Steady Mortal Path: Starting from Obtaining the Golden Core Inheritance

Chapter 406 News from the Lotus Platform

Lin Changsheng calmed himself down and his expression returned to normal as he sorted out the rumors about the 'Seven Treasures Lotus Platform'.

When Samsara True Monarch traveled with his master in his early years, he heard about this item in a high-level secret realm.

To compete for this rare treasure, countless cultivators came from far and wide. There were dozens of Nascent Soul True Monarchs and fourth-level alien experts, including some old monsters like late-stage Nascent Soul Grandmasters.

So much so that when the old master of the Samsara True Lord saw this grand spectacle, he considered it again and again. Taking into account his special physique, he believed that the accumulation and sedimentation over a long period of time was more important than a day-and-night struggle. Therefore, he decided to back down, give up participating in the competition, and choose to stay out of it and watch from the sidelines.

That time, a rare and earth-shattering struggle broke out among many Nascent Soul old monsters. After losing nearly ten Nascent Soul True Monarchs, everyone calmed down. After a series of discussions, the 'Seven Treasures Lotus Platform' finally fell into the hands of a late-stage Nascent Soul cultivator from the 'Tianxi Sect,' one of the top sects in this world.

Although the master of the Reincarnation Saint King had no chance to obtain this rare treasure, he was still very interested in this item that attracted many Nascent Soul cultivators to fight over. So, after making inquiries from various sources, he accidentally obtained news that shocked him.

Although the 'Seven Treasures Lotus Platform' is a fourth-tier treasure, in addition to its function of assisting in advancing to the Nascent Soul stage, it also has a little-known special function, which seems to involve the fifth-tier Deity Transformation realm.

It is likely that only the top few super sects in this world are qualified to master this secret.

The other Nascent Soul True Monarchs who participated in the competition probably only had a superficial understanding of the treasures and were simply trying to obtain them in order to make connections with those super sects.

"Such a precious treasure is worth trying if there is a chance, even if there are some risks."

Lin Changsheng weighed the options for a moment, making a decision in his mind.

The 'Seven Treasures Lotus Platform' from the memories of the Reincarnation True Monarch appeared in a high-level secret realm of another world. Many mid-to-late Nascent Soul stage monsters knew the treasure's purpose and competed fiercely for it.

In contrast, the cultivation world of Gunzhou is located in a remote area with scarce resources. There are very few Nascent Soul True Monarchs, with the highest being only the mid-Nascent Soul stage. There has never been a record of a Transformation Heavenly Monarch.

There is a significant information gap between the two locations.

According to the information in the list, the cultivators here seem to regard the 'Seven Treasures Lotus Platform' as a treasure to help them break through to the Nascent Soul realm.

Lin Changsheng couldn't help but get excited. If the local Nascent Soul True Monarchs were unaware of the effects of this item, they could secretly keep an eye on its movements. Even if they couldn't obtain it in the short term, they would look for a suitable opportunity when they advanced to the Nascent Soul stage.

……

"Fellow Daoist Lin, could it be that you wish to inquire about the whereabouts of the 'Seven Treasures Lotus Platform'?"

Shen Wenyao's eyes flickered, and she smiled gently.

Although she hadn't known Lin Changsheng for long, as a male cultivator who had carefully considered his decision to stay with him, she naturally had some understanding of him.

"Indeed, as I advance to the late stage of the Golden Core realm, my own magical power is gradually approaching perfection. Naturally, I need to make plans for my future breakthrough to the Nascent Soul realm."

"This auction is unprecedented in scale, and it's rare to see spiritual items that can help with Nascent Soul formation. If we don't seize this opportunity, we don't know how much time we'll have to waste later."

Lin Changsheng put down the list in his hand and said calmly.

The effects of the 'Seven Treasures Lotus Platform' are not simple and may involve many things, so Lin Changsheng did not want to appear too special and attract attention.

"I have managed the revenue of Mingling Peak for many years and have accumulated quite a bit of savings. It shouldn't be a problem for me to bid on one or two Nascent Soul Spiritual Items."

Shen Wenyao considered her words carefully, speaking softly as if she intended to persuade him.

"Although Fairy Shen has managed Mingling Peak for many years, she has relinquished control of Qingluan Peak. The revenue from that peak rightfully belongs to you."

Lin Changsheng shook his head, correcting her, and seeing that Shen Wenyao was about to speak, he continued:

"However, please rest assured, Fairy Shen, I am not a pedantic person. If I need anything, I will speak up, rather than missing the opportunity because of pride."

"Only in this way can we live up to our promise to support each other."

Seeing Lin Changsheng's composed demeanor, Shen Wenyao nodded inwardly.

Although she has a special physique that can help men advance their cultivation, she herself is unwilling to be a decorative vase dependent on male cultivators.

Lin Changsheng is excellent in both appearance and potential, and his soul is perfectly matched with hers.

When she first revealed her identity, she gifted him with the inheritance of array formations and the companionship of a third-tier great demon, the Crimson Insect. Such generosity was something that none of the male cultivators who had pursued her over the years could match.

Therefore, in addition to the crafting method of the 'Five Thunder Fan' that she had produced back then, Shen Wenyao also had a few slightly inferior Nascent Soul spiritual items passed down from her sect. She planned to take out a portion of them at a suitable time to help Lin Changsheng advance.

"That's good."

Shen Wenyao nodded and smiled slightly.

……

With Shen Wenyao's support, Lin Changsheng's gaze swept across the list and landed on a line of text that recorded the fourth-order mother ore.

'Crimson Gold Stone Mother Ore' is a rare fourth-order mother ore in the cultivation world. It can be refined into fourth-order 'Crimson Gold Stone' using special methods. It has a wide range of uses and can also be used to create fourth-order puppets.

Although Lin Changsheng now possesses a fourth-tier demon king and has mastered a special secret technique with power comparable to a fourth-tier spell, both of these methods have limitations. If he could re-refine the three corpse puppets in his hands by infusing them with a fourth-tier mineral like 'Crimson Gold Stone', their power would be even greater, allowing him to directly contend with even a true Nascent Soul True Monarch.

He had originally abandoned this item and planned to concentrate his resources on bidding for resources related to Nascent Soul, but with Shen Wenyao's help, Lin Changsheng was unwilling to miss this fourth-order red gold stone mother mine.

Unfortunately, the puppet inheritance in his hands is incomplete. Even with the Nascent Soul level divine sense, he may not be able to fully utilize the Crimson Gold Stone. It will be difficult for him to make any breakthroughs in this area in the short term.

However, the auction list also includes a third-tier puppet inheritance of the 'Thousand Machine Puppet Technique'.

However, judging from the description, it is somewhat crude compared to the puppetry inheritance that Lin Changsheng has mastered, and it covers a limited range of areas. Although it is one of the popular items in this auction, it is not of any interest to him.

As time went on, the auction proceeded as planned.

During this period, any spiritual items that involve breaking through the rank or resources that assist in the Nascent Soul stage always attract most Golden Core cultivators to compete for them.

Among these people were cultivators from various sects or powerful families. These people were generous and determined to obtain the spiritual items.

Although Lin Changsheng has accumulated considerable wealth over the years, his personal savings are still somewhat meager compared to the clan's accumulated wealth.

In the end, he spent a huge amount of spirit stones to bid on two inferior Nascent Soul spiritual items at a premium.

"The gall of the curved red snake and the six-fold soul-enhancing incense are two inferior scraps among the Nascent Soul spiritual items, yet they are being sold at such outrageous prices. The Blood Extreme Demon Palace certainly knows how to create hype and amass wealth."

"Forget it, we're already here. We can still earn more spirit stones. High-level resources are always rare and hard to find."

Looking at the Golden Core cultivators around him bidding wildly, Lin Changsheng felt a pang of heartache, but he tried to console himself.

The auction continued, and Lin Changsheng held back for the time being. After more than half an hour, the auction for the 'Seven Treasures Lotus Platform' finally began.

"Fellow Daoists, the details of the 'Seven Treasures Lotus Platform' are all clearly stated in your lists, so I won't go into them here. I will only emphasize one point: the effect of this treasure in assisting Nascent Soul Formation is no less than that of a genuine Nascent Soul Formation Pill, and it can be reused. If any fellow Daoist is interested in this, please raise your hand. This information was personally obtained by True Monarch Blood Shadow of our sect and is true and reliable."

As soon as he finished speaking, the Golden Core cultivators in the room began whispering among themselves, discussing the matter.

"Blood Shadow True Monarch personally controls it? Since this treasure can be reused and he knows about it, why would he sell it?"

Lin Changsheng felt a sense of doubt, and his eyes gleamed.

Just as he was hesitating, seven or eight more Golden Core cultivators expressed their interest in the news.

At this moment, Shen Wenyao, who was standing beside her, suddenly paused, her eyes showing a look of confusion and bewilderment.

Raising his eyes to look at the figure not far away, the Demon Light True Man, shrouded in a black robe, slightly turned his head as if giving a signal.

"Fellow Daoist Lin, the Ghost Valley True Monarch of the sect has brought news that the Blood Shadow Old Monster is not to be trusted. It concerns the 'Seven Treasures Lotus Platform.' He will tell you everything after we return to the sect after the auction."

He heard Shen Wenyao's telepathic instructions in his ear.

Lin Changsheng was slightly taken aback, but quickly regained his composure and nodded almost imperceptibly.

It seems that there are still calculations between Guigu Zhenjun and Xueying Zhenjun, and they are not as harmonious as they appear on the surface.

Lin Changsheng thought to himself.

……

Inside the fourth-order spiritual vein dojo of the Guigu Sect.

A young man dressed in an exquisite black robe with gold patterns, with a handsome face and a dignified bearing, sat quietly suspended in mid-air in the main hall.

In the center of the main hall stood a massive, dark cauldron, several meters tall, resembling a small hill. The cauldron was made of an unknown material, yet it seemed to dim the surrounding light. At the center of the cauldron's mouth, it resembled a black hole, constantly emitting a chilling aura.

The surface of the giant cauldron is engraved with various strange and bizarre figures. Although their shapes are unrecognizable, they are lifelike. A sense of ferocity, coldness, and death permeates the air, adding to the eeriness of the entire black cauldron.

Before long, a deep rumble came from inside the pitch-black cauldron. A half-solid ghost with horns on its forehead and a ferocious face slowly crawled out of the cauldron, absorbing the desolate death energy within. The ghost let out a long sigh, looking satisfied, and a fourth-level chilling aura spread outwards.

"The Yin Spirit Cauldron is indeed mysterious and extraordinary. In less than a hundred years, it can cultivate a fourth-order puppet ghost. No wonder those old guys value this treasure so much."

Guigu Zhenjun examined the brand-new fourth-tier puppet ghost before him and revealed a satisfied expression.