Steady Mortal Path: Starting from Obtaining the Golden Core Inheritance

In their brief exchange, neither of them used their true trump cards.

However, the three people present today were not the newcomers who first embarked on the path of immortality. After a brief demonstration, they were able to discern a great deal.

Lin Xiurong's strength was not far from what Lin Changsheng had expected.

Due to the special enhancements in cultivation techniques and other aspects, it is roughly possible to unleash the strength of a late-stage Foundation Establishment cultivator.

Given time, once one advances to the late stage of Foundation Establishment, one will be able to deal with the vast majority of Foundation Establishment cultivators.

However, Lin Xiurong's skills, methods, and strength were all quite ordinary and almost completely transparent.

Without other opportunities, once one's cultivation advances to the late Foundation Establishment stage, the help provided by a mid-grade spiritual root will become increasingly limited.

Many cultivators with high-quality spiritual roots, after enjoying the extra benefits brought by their aptitude over the years, will take it for granted that they have attributed these benefits to their own efforts.

Those who superficially believe that slow progress in cultivation is simply not working hard enough.

Once the assistance from their spiritual roots becomes less noticeable, they will realize that their diligent and arduous cultivation, which they were so proud of, has lost its effectiveness.

The huge difference between before and after can be a significant blow to a cultivator's mentality.

This triggered a series of chain reactions.

Even those cultivators who usually looked down on others from a high position would often adopt a mocking attitude, kicking them when they were down.

This is also the time when your mindset is most tested.

In contrast, Lin Changsheng's expression was indifferent.

Lin Xiurong looked visibly downcast.

Although I have been practicing cultivation for many years, some of the past events have gradually been buried deep in my heart.

However, when her proud sect identity and her superior cultivation and magical power were caught up with by Lin Changsheng, and even showed signs of surpassing him.

She lost her sense of superiority in front of "Brother Lin".

This is an extremely complex and indescribable feeling.

Lin Xiurong took a deep breath, her delicate brows furrowing slightly.

He secretly made up his mind.

This time, heading to the front line of the fourth-tier spiritual vein, she needs to work even harder to kill enemies, gain more sect contributions, advance to the late stage of Foundation Establishment as soon as possible, and then begin to prepare for her future Core Formation.

After the two finished their exchange, Zhang Xiucai smiled wryly and refused to continue the exchange.

Having observed the previous battles, he had already discerned the strength of his old friend, Lin Changsheng.

Its foundation is so solid that it is extremely rare even among sects.

Combined with a variety of ever-evolving spells, powerful wood-attribute magic that comes easily to his fingertips, a stable mindset, and rich and experienced combat skills.

Such a concentration of advantages in one person is something even a late-stage Foundation Establishment cultivator could not match.

Zhang Xiucai had a clear understanding of his own strength. Even if he used some of his trump cards accumulated over the years, he could at most exert the strength of a top-tier cultivator in the mid-Foundation Establishment stage, barely enough to entangle with a late-Foundation Establishment cultivator.

In a mere sparring match, he was no match for Lin Changsheng.

……

Half a day later.

Lin Xiurong and Zhang Xiucai voluntarily resigned.

As the first batch of disciples to rush to the front line, they were under strict management and were not suitable to stay outside for a long time.

Lin Changsheng did not try to stop him, and instead got up to see him off.

Before parting, Lin Changsheng took out two exquisite wooden boxes that he had prepared beforehand.

Each of them contained three exquisite magical talismans.

Lin Xiurong is in the mid-Foundation Establishment stage, and her magical power is at a higher level.

He prepared three 'quasi-third-tier' spell talismans for him: one for attack, one for defense, and one for escape.

Even without Golden Core cultivators participating in the battle, three 'quasi-third-tier' talismans would offer a high probability of survival, even against a Pseudo-Golden Core cultivator.

However, Zhang Xiucai's cultivation level was slightly lower, and he did not have special divine sense. Forcibly activating the 'quasi-third-order' talisman would easily cause backlash against himself.

Lin Changsheng prepared two top-tier second-order cultivation techniques and defensive talismans, as well as a near-third-order escape talisman for him.

In this way, even if one encounters a late-stage Foundation Establishment cultivator and is unable to defeat them, one can still calmly save one's life.

Seeing that Lin Changsheng could actually produce a 'quasi-third-tier' talisman, the two were once again greatly shocked!

Lin Xiurong hesitated for a moment, then accepted the wooden box and took out the corresponding number of spirit stones to pay for it.

Lin Changsheng smiled gently and gladly accepted it.

On the other hand, Zhang Xiucai, who had just received the wooden box, looked embarrassed and awkward.

"Brother Lin, I left in a hurry and only brought some spirit stones for emergency use. I'll have to make up for it next time."

"Hehe, Brother Shangwen, you flatter me. We have known each other for several years, and a few spirit stones are nothing to us."

Lin Changsheng smiled and said nonchalantly.

Through last night's long talk, Lin Changsheng understood Zhang Xiucai's plans.

He took the initiative to rush to the front line to protect his wife and daughters within the sect.

He even prepared for his own death, leaving most of his resources behind in the sect, except for some necessary measures.

After years of management, Lin Changsheng's position in Qianhe Immortal City is secure, and he is not afraid to reveal his trump cards.

He didn't bring out these talismans to earn spirit stones; he simply hoped to help his two friends in any way he could.

……

Three months later.

Thousand Crane Immortal City, Fengling Chamber of Commerce, Branch.

"Master Lin really knows how to give me a hard time. It took a lot of effort to collect all these materials."

Zhao Wanning complained in a sweet voice.

As she spoke, the woman flipped her jade-like hand and took out a bulging storage bag.

They opened it and took out some feed and other items that emitted a strong woody aroma.

Meanwhile, a blue jade slip was held between Zhao Wanning's slender, jade-like fingers.

"The advanced techniques for controlling Gu worms, as well as the feed made from various spirit woods, are quite rare and contradict the mainstream insect control methods here. I commissioned a foreign merchant guild to search for them and then ship them over."

As if seeking praise, Zhao Wanning introduced the contents of the storage bag to Lin Changsheng one by one.

Lin Changsheng nodded, his gaze sweeping over the items before finally taking the jade slip from Zhao Wanning's hand.

Without any hesitation, he unleashed his divine sense to probe into it.

A sophisticated method for controlling Gu worms entered Lin Changsheng's mind.

With his eyes slightly closed, Lin Changsheng closed them again after a dozen or so breaths of contemplation, revealing a look of joy.

"Indeed, this is exactly what I need!"

After being used once, the contents of the jade slip were automatically destroyed, but Lin Changsheng still put the jade slip and the feed sample into a storage bag and put them away.

These things are all prepared for the Silver Insects.

These are the few bright silver insects we seized after we wiped out Wu Xin of the Yu Ling Sect a few years ago.

Two years ago, I finally shed quite a few seeds.

After it came into Lin Changsheng's hands, the newly bred 'second generation' Bright Silver Insects were much stronger than the original first generation Bright Silver Insects.

However, due to the genetic influence of the 'first generation' insects separating from their original owners, they remain weak.

So in the following years, Lin Changsheng specially added a 'breeding room' to his cave and instructed Tian Fu to feed them carefully.

They then bred the 'third generation' and 'fourth generation'.

After removing some naturally weak or deformed larvae, the strong ones are selected to continue breeding.

The quality of the silver worms in the insect chamber is now very close to that of the original species that Wu Xin had back then, only the quantity is much smaller.

Therefore, Lin Changsheng specifically commissioned Zhao Wanning of the Fengling Chamber of Commerce to purchase high-quality feed and methods for controlling insect swarms.

Given time, perhaps we can replicate the power this insect possessed in Wu Xin's hands.

Lin Changsheng wasn't greedy. Even if he couldn't reach the power of 'Wu Xin's' insect control, as long as he could reach six or seven points, it would be a trump card.

"We really have to trouble Fairy Zhao this time!"

Lin Changsheng was in a good mood and, unusually, offered a compliment.

"Master Lin is really good at dealing with people. He calls people 'Fellow Daoist Zhao' when he has nothing to do. He knows how to be sweet-talking after receiving a favor."

"However, since I have gone to such lengths to satisfy Master Lin this time, I wonder if Master Lin will be able to satisfy me in the future as well?"

Zhao Wan Ning let out a charming laugh, her clear eyes sparkling with moisture, and her words were full of provocation.

"Of course, when has Lin ever disappointed Fairy Zhao?"

Lin Changsheng also took out a storage bag and handed it to the other party.

These were a batch of high-level magical talismans that Zhao Wanning had previously asked me to create.

As the influence of the fourth-order spiritual veins expanded, the Fengling Merchant Guild also profited immensely from the war.

Items like magical talismans, which can directly enhance strength, naturally became war reserve resources, causing their prices to skyrocket.

It was only because of the 'recruitment order' issued by the Nascent Soul True Lord of Shangqing Palace that independent craftsmen like Lin Changsheng mostly cooperated with various forces, and their tasks were heavy.

If it weren't for his personal relationship with Zhao Wanning, which was mutually beneficial, Lin Changsheng wouldn't have easily agreed to her request.

However, he remained indifferent to the woman's advances, neither paying attention nor taking them seriously.

We have maintained a long-term partnership with the Fengling Chamber of Commerce.

Lin Changsheng and Zhao Wanning were also quite familiar with each other.

We can be considered friends.

I also occasionally learn about some of this woman's private affairs.

Although this woman is exceptionally beautiful, she has always been indifferent to male cultivators with ulterior motives.

On the contrary, he has an "unusual" relationship with the fake Dan Zhenren 'Feng Baiying' of the Fengling Chamber of Commerce.

Therefore, although the two occasionally joked around, Lin Changsheng was always clear-headed and never took the jokes seriously, nor did he have any improper thoughts about Zhao Wanning.

It was precisely Lin Changsheng's calm and collected personality that Zhao Wanning greatly admired, and the two got along easily and harmoniously.

This woman would often privately ask Lin Changsheng to refine additional high-level talismans.

Similarly, Lin Changsheng would also ask this woman to inquire about some information or to collect materials.

Mutual benefit.

In reality, Lin Changsheng had already regarded the Fengling Chamber of Commerce as a fallback plan.

The Fengling Chamber of Commerce's branch in the cultivation world of Yue Kingdom is not large, but its overall influence is still very widespread.

It spans almost several surrounding countries, and its true strength should not be underestimated.

If this place truly becomes embroiled in a prolonged battle due to a fourth-order spiritual vein, Lin Changsheng's Changchun Peak will naturally not be spared.

If one does not wish to be affected by the war, the only option is to change the location of the temple.

In this way, we can prioritize areas covered by the Fengling Chamber of Commerce.

Of course, this approach is the worst possible choice.

Changing the temple is a matter of great importance.

It not only concerns his cultivation in the late stage of Foundation Establishment, but also his future formation of the Golden Core.

Factors such as the location and quality of the spiritual vein, the surrounding environment, and the distribution of power must all be taken into consideration.

Since moving to Changchun Peak, Lin Changsheng's cultivation has been almost smooth sailing for many years.

Aside from a few setbacks, the overall situation has been stable and improving.

If we rashly change our dojo, I wonder if this 'good luck' will continue.

In the world of cultivation, there are also many cultivators who have bad luck and whose fortunes change by changing their cultivation sites, and everything goes smoothly for them.

There are also some examples of cultivators who were originally doing well but encountered bad luck and setbacks after changing to a better training ground.

In short, as one's knowledge and experience increase, the 'mystical arts' that are passed down among cultivators may not be without profound meaning.

……

Return to Changchun Peak Dojo.

Lin Changsheng returned directly to his cave dwelling and entered the 'breeding room' where the bright silver insects were cultivated.

Above the central stone platform, hundreds of bright silver beetles are now kept.

In fact, in recent years, the number of silver worms bred has exceeded several thousand.

However, in order to cultivate superior larvae, Lin Changsheng eliminated more than 90% of them, keeping only the strongest part of the same batch as breeding stock.

In this way, although the number of insects increases slowly, their quality becomes higher and higher.

As Lin Changsheng arrived, the silver worms that had been freely scattered on the stone platform instantly sensed his presence.

They flapped their wings and flew towards Lin Changsheng's direction in a rush.

Unfortunately, there was a faint barrier around the stone platform, which kept the bright silver insects out.

Lin Changsheng seemed to have long been accustomed to this.

This isolation barrier was specifically prepared by him to imprison these bright silver insects.

He had firsthand experience of the ferocity of the insect swarm.

We naturally dared not be careless during the breeding process.

Moreover, his arrival caused a disturbance among the insect swarm. Although it seemed like they were interacting, in reality, these insects were coveting the Everlasting Spring Technique power within him.

Lin Changsheng discovered that these bright silver insects seemed to be very 'greedy' for the magical energy within his body.

Long-term consumption of the Everlasting Spring Technique's power will imbue this insect with a part of its inexhaustible life force, making its recovery ability increasingly abnormal. As long as it is not instantly killed, it can always recover in a very short time.

The essence of the Bright Silver Insects is a group of demonic insects with extremely low intelligence, driven only by instinct.

Therefore, the method of control is not as gentle as that of controlling ordinary monsters.

After carefully observing the condition of hundreds of bright silver worms, Lin Changsheng fed them some newly acquired feed.

After they had eaten most of the food, they made a small attempt to establish a connection with the silvery insects using insect control methods.

……

half a month later.

Suddenly, a beautiful female cultivator in the early stage of Foundation Establishment flew into Changchun Peak.

Ignoring Tian Fu's obstruction, they forcibly activated the mountain-protecting formation.

Soon, a young man in white flew out of the cave.

"Master Lin, when we were escorting supplies across the border, we were ambushed and attacked by bandits at the border. Sister Wan Ning sent me to ask for help!"

Despite her own chaotic aura, the female cultivator in the early stages of Foundation Establishment spoke urgently.

Lin Changsheng recognized the female cultivator.

Ning Jing is a newly appointed deacon of the Fengling Chamber of Commerce in this area.

Sometimes when Zhao Wanning was too busy, this woman would take over the task of collecting and delivering resources.

"Fellow Daoist Ningjing, please don't be anxious. Approximately how many of the Jie cultivators were attacked at the border? What was the highest cultivation level of the enemy? If even Fellow Daoist Zhao couldn't handle the enemy, then even if I, Lin, were to intervene, it would be useless. Why don't you seek help from True Person Feng?"

Lin Changsheng remained calm and composed.

After calming the female cultivator down, he then asked her several key questions in sequence.

"Our Chamber of Commerce's Senior Feng was invited yesterday by Master Tie of the Nangong family to go to the Wanfeng Mountains to annihilate a small team led by a fake Core Formation cultivator from the Great Zhou Kingdom. He also took away several powerful Foundation Establishment deacons. Now that we are short of Foundation Establishment deacons, Sister Wan Ning said that Master Lin is also considered half a member of the Chamber of Commerce, so we ask Master Lin to lend a hand!"

The female cultivator, Ning Jing, anxiously shed tears and pleaded.