Steady Mortal Path: Starting from Obtaining the Golden Core Inheritance

After comforting Xiao'e, Lin Changsheng breathed a sigh of relief.

I can't help but marvel at the wonder of fate.

They all valued cultivating immortality immensely, but their talents were mediocre, and they struggled bitterly in Huangling Market.

Xiao'e was the only one who wasn't interested in cultivating immortality and wanted to return to the secular world. She was the most talented among them and entered the Qinglan Sect, which others dreamed of.

Although Lin Changsheng felt envious, he was not discouraged.

In the world of cultivation, most cultivators have only average spiritual roots and aptitude.

As one's cultivation level increases and one comes into contact with more spiritual objects of heaven and earth, there is a chance for one's spiritual root aptitude to slowly grow.

Lin Changsheng only valued the third-tier spiritual veins of the Qinglan Sect, which were more suitable for cultivation.

Since we cannot enter now, we have no choice but to find another place to cultivate.

in the afternoon.

After agreeing to keep in touch through letters, he watched Xiao'e leave.

"The next time we meet, it will be Lin Xiurong, a female disciple of the Qinglan Sect."

Watching her graceful figure disappear into the distance, Lin Changsheng thought to himself.

He knew the terrifying power of a mid-grade spiritual root; as long as his luck wasn't too bad, advancing to the Foundation Establishment stage was almost a certainty.

The Qinglan Sect would naturally not neglect the cultivation of such a talented disciple.

Perhaps it won't be long before Xiao'e's cultivation level far surpasses his own.

After reflecting on his experiences, Lin Changsheng adjusted his mindset and began his cultivation for the day.

【God rewards those who work hard】

Even if the results are not obvious, diligent daily practice will eventually pay off over time.

Circulating the "Eternal Spring of Withered Trees" technique, a pale green aura of magical power flowed through his body, full of vitality and endless life.

This state didn't last long before it was interrupted.

Lin Changsheng was somewhat surprised when he saw who had arrived.

The person who came to visit was Scholar Zhang.

"I have come uninvited and have disturbed you. Please forgive me, Brother Lin."

Scholar Zhang carried simple luggage, which seemed to be all packed.

"Brother Zhang is too kind. I would be more than happy to get closer to the disciples of Qinglan Sect."

Lin Changsheng jokingly invited Zhang Xiucai into the house.

I had some doubts about the purpose of their visit.

Of all his acquaintances, Zhang Xiucai had always been taciturn. He had never had a private conversation with him.

Unlike Liang Kang, who was self-conscious and dull.

Zhang Xiucai was simply not talkative, but he was very opinionated.

The fact that the other party was able to produce a second-tier spirit insect egg, the 'Crimson Centipede,' suggests that Zhang Xiucai may possess some unknown secrets.

"Brother Lin, to be honest, the reason I've come to visit is to request some high-quality talismans. I hope you will grant my request."

Scholar Zhang got straight to the point and stated his purpose directly.

Upon hearing this, Lin Changsheng's expression showed a slight surprise.

He secretly wondered.

He usually sells first-tier low-grade magic talismans.

The other party stated directly that they wanted higher quality; could it be that they saw through my concealment?

Impossible, absolutely impossible.

After a moment's thought, Lin Changsheng was about to decline when he saw Zhang Xiucai reach into his robes and pull out a pale yellow egg the size of a longan.

Lin Changsheng looked surprised.

He recognized at a glance that what Zhang Xiucai was holding was a 'Crimson Centipede Egg'!

"Brother Lin, actually I obtained two of these 'Crimson Centipede Eggs' in total. It's just that the life force inside this egg is slightly flawed, but not by much. I wonder if Brother Lin would be interested in them?"

As he spoke, Zhang Xiucai placed the 'Crimson Centipede Egg' in his hand on the table and gently pushed it in front of Lin Changsheng.

This action really surprised Lin Changsheng.

The Crimson Centipede is a second-tier spirit insect with both fire and earth attributes, and it also possesses extremely strong venom.

It is quite popular among cultivators who love beast taming. If properly trained, it is equivalent to having an extra capable helper.

Once an adult insect reaches maturity, it can grow to the second stage, which is equivalent to the Foundation Establishment stage for humans.

"Brother Lin, as a disciple of Master Wu, you should be able to obtain some first-tier mid-grade or higher talismans, right? I am not very capable, but I would like to exchange these insect eggs for them."

Seeing Lin Changsheng's puzzled expression, Zhang Xiucai took the initiative to explain.

"If I were to ask my master for some, it wouldn't be difficult to get a few high-quality spell talismans. But the value of just a few mid-grade first-tier spell talismans is probably far less than that of this second-tier insect egg."

After a moment's hesitation, Lin Changsheng shook his head and refused.

Although making mid-grade spell talismans is not difficult for him, it would probably take hundreds of first-grade mid-grade spell talismans to replace this second-tier spirit insect egg.

Given Wu Fushi's stingy nature, it's impossible for him to give so many talismans to his disciples.

Moreover, making talismans is extremely mentally and physically demanding, and I couldn't make that many mid-grade talismans in a short period of time.

"This second-tier spirit insect egg is extremely rare. Why don't you hatch and raise it yourself, Brother Zhang?"

Lin Changsheng then voiced his doubts.

"It's not that I don't want to raise them, it's just that these spirit insects require a lot of resources in the early stages, and their growth is rather slow. It would be better to use methods that directly improve strength. I've heard that the competition for resources within cultivation sects is extremely fierce, unless one possesses the spiritual root aptitude of Sister Xiao'e..."

"Among us, only Brother Lin possesses the skill of talisman making. He may be relatively well-off in the future and qualified to cultivate this kind of spirit insect."

"I know that Brother Lin has not been learning talisman making for long and his savings are not as great as those established first-tier talisman masters. So I will give you this second-tier spirit insect egg first and ask you to help me accumulate some high-quality talismans in the future."

Zhang Xiucai's sincere expression and his words moved Lin Changsheng, who began to ponder them silently.

Firstly, it was unexpected that Scholar Zhang would have the courage to give away a second-tier insect egg so readily.

Secondly, since he is not good at fighting others after practicing the "Eternal Spring of Withered Tree" technique, raising such a second-tier ferocious insect can be considered a way to make up for his lack of protective means.

As for the resources required to raise spirit insects, it is not difficult for a first-tier talisman master to afford.

After some consideration, Lin Changsheng agreed.

The two established a cooperative and mutually beneficial relationship.

Afterwards, Scholar Zhang left behind the 'Crimson Centipede Egg' and went to report to the disciples of the Azure Mist Sect.

……

Lin Changsheng then picked up the spirit insect egg in front of him and examined it.

He closed his eyes and silently extended his divine sense, and soon sensed a trace of life contained within the spirit insect egg.

However, upon closer inspection, it is not difficult to find that the signs of life inside the insect eggs are somewhat weak.

It appears to be a congenital defect.

This is quite normal; the Red Emperor Centipede can lay hundreds of eggs in a single litter, most of which are defective.

Of these, very few are able to successfully grow to the second tier.

Lin Changsheng's requirements were not high. As long as he could cultivate the spirit insect to the first-grade superior level, it would be enough to fight against human cultivators in the late stage of Qi Condensation.

……

In the evening, Lin Changsheng was still planning how to cultivate spirit insects.

Another friend, Xu Qinghuan, suddenly showed up at the door.

"Brother Lin, good news! The owner of our shop is from the Xi Danhe family. They heard that a new first-level talisman master has emerged in Huangling Market and they want to meet you!"

Xu Qinghuan rushed over, panting heavily.

Upon seeing Lin Changsheng, he licked his chapped lips and spoke with great enthusiasm.