Steady Mortal Path: Starting from Obtaining the Golden Core Inheritance

"It's been a long time. How have you been, Fellow Daoist Lin?"

A dignified-looking middle-aged man approached Lin Changsheng and spoke first.

It was Tie Antong who brought Jiang Tian to Changchun Peak to apologize back then.

"It's you, fellow railway worker! It's been years since we last met. You still look as dashing as ever."

Lin Changsheng's eyes flickered, and he greeted her with a smile.

"Fellow Daoist Lin, there is something I wish to discuss with you privately. Would it be convenient for us to move to my Daoist temple at the Nangong family's residence?"

After a brief exchange of pleasantries, Tie Antong got straight to the point and explained his purpose.

"Since our railway friends have extended such a warm invitation, I, Lin, will gladly accept."

After a moment's thought, Lin Changsheng agreed.

She turned back and looked at Du Hongzhou with a slightly apologetic expression.

"Haha, since Fellow Daoist Lin has things to attend to, I'll head back myself. We brothers can get together again sometime."

Du Hongzhou laughed loudly and waved his hand dismissively.

Seeing this, Lin Changsheng didn't say anything, but clasped his hands in greeting to the former.

Tie Antong also bowed to Du Hongzhou with a slight apology.

Upon seeing this, the latter immediately and solemnly cupped his hands in return.

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The Nangong family, the Tie'an Tong family.

Led by Tie Antong, the two took their seats in the reception hall.

The maidservants served her fine tea and exquisite pastries.

"Congratulations, Fellow Daoist Lin, on obtaining the inheritance of 'talisman making'. Your future is limitless."

Sitting in the main seat, Tie Antong smiled broadly and congratulated Lin Changsheng.

"Fellow Daoist Tie is too kind. Although the 'talisman treasure' is a second-tier magic talisman, it is quite special and requires the support of a real magic weapon. I, Lin, am only at the early stage of Foundation Establishment, and I have limitations in both magic power and materials. It will be difficult for me to make this talisman in a short period of time."

Lin Changsheng picked up his teacup, smelled it, and smiled faintly: "I've heard that Fellow Daoist Tie's weapon-refining skills are extraordinary. I imagine that the 'Diamond Cone' at the auction must have brought Fellow Daoist Tie a considerable profit. It seems that Fellow Daoist Tie should have a similar magic weapon in his possession."

"Hehe, not bad. The 'Diamond Cone' that was auctioned before was indeed a replica of a real magic weapon that I made. That's why I invited Fellow Daoist Lin here today."

Tie Antong chuckled and readily admitted it.

"Fellow Daoist Tie is quite fortunate to have obtained the natal magic weapon of a Golden Core cultivator."

Lin Changsheng said with a hint of envy.

Whether it's a weapon refiner imitating a fake magic weapon or a talisman master creating a talisman treasure.

Besides gathering the necessary materials, the most important thing is to have a real magic weapon.

This is also why counterfeit magical artifacts and talismans remain expensive.

Its immense power is only one aspect; the fundamental reason is the scarcity of the materials.

Only true Golden Core cultivators can nurture their natal magic treasures with their true essence, allowing their power to slowly increase over time.

Such an approach is time-consuming and laborious, and it also delays one's own cultivation and acquisition.

Only cultivators at the Golden Core stage, with a lifespan exceeding five hundred years, can unleash the full power of a magic weapon.

This is something that a fake elixir master cannot do.

Therefore, magical treasures are extremely precious to Golden Core cultivators.

It is absolutely impossible to easily replace or give it away.

"Hehe, Fellow Daoist Lin now possesses the method for creating 'talisman treasures.' I wonder if you are interested in these magical treasures?"

Suddenly, Tie Antong took out a pointed, cone-shaped object from his storage bag. It was two or three inches long and about three fingers wide, and its entire body was gleaming gold.

At the same time, a sharp, golden aura emanated from the surroundings, carrying a hint of fierceness.

Lin Changsheng's gaze was instantly drawn to what was in his hand.

"This is... the natal magic weapon of a Core Formation cultivator?"

Lin Changsheng asked in surprise.

"Indeed, this is a magic weapon that Master Nangong used in his early years, called the 'Diamond Bracelet'. Over the years, I have also used this magic weapon to create some counterfeit magic weapons called 'Diamond Cones'."

Tie Antong was quite pleased with Lin Changsheng's surprised expression and explained with a smile.

"Master Nangong's natal magic weapon is a rare metal-type weapon, an excellent offensive magic weapon. Unfortunately, it has several damaged parts that have affected its origin, and its original energy has been severely lost, making it difficult to repair."

Lin Changsheng carefully examined the 'Diamond Bracelet' and spoke with great regret.

"Hehe, Fellow Daoist Lin, you are mistaken. If there were no problems, True Person Nangong would not have allowed this treasure to fall into the family's hands. Moreover, I used this treasure to create several fake magic treasures, greatly increasing the strength of many Foundation Establishment cultivators in the Nangong family. It can be considered making use of waste. Now, the original energy inside this 'Diamond Bracelet' has been depleted, and it is not enough to support the creation of fake magic treasures. It is no longer of any use to me. However, I have heard that the requirements for the original energy of magic treasures are not high when making 'talisman treasures'. I would like to resell this magic treasure to Fellow Daoist Lin. What do you think?"

Tie Antong's eyes gleamed, and he spoke to Lin Changsheng with a hint of seduction in his voice.

As a weapon refiner, he has personally created more than one replica of a magical artifact.

Tie Antong was well aware of the allure of this incomplete magical artifact.

Especially for a talisman master like Lin Changsheng, who has just obtained the method of making 'talisman treasures', it is absolutely irresistible.

"It seems that Fellow Tie is not only proficient in the art of weapon forging, but also has the ability to understand other people's psychology in business."

Lin Changsheng chuckled and said frankly, "I'm afraid any talisman master who has mastered the method of creating 'talisman treasures' would find it impossible to refuse a Golden Core cultivator's natal magic weapon. I just wonder, Fellow Daoist Tie, how you intend to sell it?"

"With 30,000 spirit stones, this natal magic weapon of True Person Nangong will belong to Fellow Daoist Lin. This 'Diamond Bracelet' is renowned far and wide. It was True Person Nangong's signature magic weapon back then, and it killed many fake Core Formation True Persons. There is no other one like it in the entire Yue Kingdom."

Tie Antong invoked the name of Master Nangong to raise the price of this magical artifact.

"What Fellow Daoist Tie said makes sense. The magic weapon used by True Person Nangong was worth far more than this in its prime. Unfortunately, I am not wealthy enough to own such a magic weapon. I can only ask the Fengling Chamber of Commerce to purchase a damaged magic weapon in the future to make do with it."

Lin Changsheng chuckled lightly, speaking with a leisurely air.

Although he didn't expose Tie Antong's true intentions, he did point out that the 'Diamond Bracelet' was now just a broken magic weapon, far from its former power.

At the same time, they also used the reputation of the Fengling Chamber of Commerce to show that they had other ways to obtain magical treasures.

"Ahem... Fellow Daoist Lin also mentioned that this is a rare metal-attribute magic weapon, and it would be a real pity to miss it. If you really like it, I can offer you a discount. The problem is that I've been preparing to break through to the Core Formation stage in recent years. Although I'm quite confident, I still need a lot of resources."

Tie Antong also felt that the price quoted all at once was a bit excessive, so he said something roundabout.

This also indicates that he is preparing to attempt to reach the Core Formation stage and is quite confident in his success, which seems to be an implication.

Lin Changsheng found it amusing.

Tie Antong hasn't even advanced to the Core Formation stage yet, but he wants to profit from transactions in advance by claiming to be a 'future' Core Formation True Person.

Lin Changsheng naturally wouldn't give him that kind of face.

After some haggling, the two finally agreed on a price of 12,000 spirit stones for Master Nangong's "Diamond Bracelet".