Steady Mortal Path: Starting from Obtaining the Golden Core Inheritance

Two months later.

Lin Changsheng emerges from seclusion.

Looking at the pile of discarded and useless talismans on the ground, a hint of heartache appeared in his eyes.

During this period, although Lin Changsheng cherished it very much, the already limited amount of second-tier talisman paper was finally exhausted after some wasting.

In addition to first-tier high-quality spell talismans, he also successfully created several second-tier 'Lightning Strike Talismans' and 'Wind Blade Talismans'.

If one is hit head-on by either of these two spells, it is enough to seriously injure or even kill a cultivator in the early stages of Foundation Establishment.

However, Lin Changsheng knew that this was far from enough.

Foundation Establishment cultivators possess far greater magical power than Qi Condensation cultivators, and their methods of fighting enemies and protecting themselves are numerous and varied. With only a few second-tier spell talismans, they can only offer a slight resistance when facing Foundation Establishment cultivators.

It's unrealistic to expect to leapfrog major realms and condense Qi to break through the Foundation Establishment stage.

Faced with the threat from Qin Yue, a Foundation Establishment cultivator, Lin Changsheng summarized his current countermeasures.

Firstly, he should yield to the other party and agree to become Lin Xiurong's Daoist partner, thereby settling in the Qinglan Sect and enjoying the benefits of a third-tier spiritual vein.

Secondly, by consuming a large amount of medicinal resources, one can quickly raise their cultivation level to the tenth level of Qi Condensation. Combined with some secret techniques in the memories of 'True Poison Master' that stimulate potential and enhance cultivation, one can multiply their magical power in a short period of time, enabling them to contend with Foundation Establishment cultivators.

Thirdly, one can consume resources to temper their physical body or cultivate the Crimson Centipede. Once they reach the second-tier body refinement realm or advance the Crimson Centipede to the second tier, they will truly have the means to confront a Foundation Establishment expert.

Fourth, leave the Xi Danhe family and go far away to find a power no less powerful than the Qinglan Sect for protection, thus eliminating potential threats.

Lin Changsheng frowned and pondered.

First of all, becoming a Daoist partner with Lin Xiurong is basically out of the question.

Now, the former is a Foundation Establishment cultivator of the Qinglan Sect, with a dazzling aura, and is unwilling to listen to his own thoughts. The only connection between the two is Lin Xiurong's obsession with what happened back then.

The two are not on equal footing, making them far from ideal partners.

As for taking a large number of pills in a short period of time to improve one's cultivation level, that is also directly ruled out.

He inherited the memories of a Core Formation Grandmaster in this life, and from the beginning of his cultivation, he focused on honing his foundation, even willing to sacrifice his cultivation speed for it.

It's for the long-term benefit.

With Lin Changsheng's current foundation, if he continues to cultivate steadily and step by step, his success rate in breaking through to the Foundation Establishment Realm will be at least half a percent or even ten percent higher than that of others.

It can even be quite beneficial for achieving the formation of the Golden Core and Nascent Soul in the future.

This advantage can only be felt, not explained.

Just like how parents often taught their children in their past lives to study hard and lay a solid foundation, which would be of great help in the future.

However, children cannot truly empathize with this, and by the time they realize the benefits of learning years later, it is too late.

Lin Changsheng is essentially returning to elementary school with adult memories, striving to master even the smallest details.

Taking elixirs to improve one's cultivation level not only wastes the efforts of the previous twenty years, but also kills the goose that lays the golden eggs, ruining one's future. It is not advisable.

At present, the only thing that suits me is to improve other protective methods as much as possible, while staying away from the Qinglan Sect's sphere of influence.

With Lin Changsheng's current cultivation level at the seventh level of Qi Condensation, the Xi Danhe family can no longer provide him with much help, making it imperative to find a new place to cultivate.

Before leaving, Lin Changsheng still planned to earn more resources to ensure his future cultivation.

Therefore, after emerging from seclusion, Lin Changsheng reported to the higher-ups of the He family that he needed a large amount of medium and high-grade talisman paper, spirit ink, and other talisman-making materials to hone his talisman-making skills.

A few days later, Lin Changsheng received mostly low-grade materials for making talismans, with only a small number being mid-grade.

He was somewhat surprised.

Having lived in the He family for over a decade, this was the first time he had compromised on the materials he used for making talismans.

"Uncle Lin, these past few days there have been rumors that... the He family has a new talisman-making master..."

Seeing Lin Changsheng's surprised expression and Tian Fu's strange look, he stammered.

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Day two.

Lin Changsheng received news that he had been summoned by the clan chief.

"Little Lin, how have you been lately?"

Clan chief He Wenbin stood outside the courtyard to greet them. When he saw Lin Changsheng coming over, he waved to him from afar.

"You're too kind, clan chief. I'm doing well thanks to the He family's care."

Lin Changsheng smiled and clasped his hands in a polite gesture.

"Young Master Lin, my He family has recently received some rumors, seemingly concerning you, Master Lin." After exchanging pleasantries, the He family patriarch approached Lin Changsheng and lowered his voice, saying, "We've heard that Young Master Lin has some conflict with a Foundation Establishment cultivator from the Qinglan Sect. Is this true?"

"Clan Chief He, you flatter me. I am but a casual talisman master. How could I possibly have any conflict with a Foundation Establishment cultivator from the Qinglan Sect? I wonder where such rumors came from?"

Lin Changsheng remained calm upon hearing this, glanced at Clan Chief He, and then chuckled.

"To be honest, Master Lin, these words seem to have been spoken by that Foundation Establishment cultivator from the Qinglan Sect."

Seeing Lin Changsheng's relaxed expression, Clan Chief He hesitated for a moment before truthfully saying, "I presume that Young Talisman Master Lin already knows about the new Fellow Daoist Tong Yuanping in the clan. Although he is a rogue cultivator, he has some connection with the Qinglan Sect. Today, I would like to take this opportunity to introduce you two to each other."

"Tong Yuanping..."

Lin Changsheng silently repeated the person's name, his expression calm.

Following Chief He into the courtyard, in the reception room, there was a middle-aged man dressed in gorgeous clothes, closing his eyes to rest with an indifferent expression, his aura clearly at the ninth level of Qi Condensation.

"Master Tong, this is Master Lin, who was previously a retainer of my Lin family. Today, I would like to take this opportunity to introduce you two so that you can work together in the future."

Chief He spoke very politely to the middle-aged man in front of him.

"You're that Forest Talisman Master?"

Tong Yuanping slightly opened his eyes and looked around, but did not get up on his own initiative. He said lazily, "The cooperation is simple. I heard that Master Lin's skill in making first-grade high-quality talismans is not good and he is still losing money. Since I am here, I will take on the tasks of making high-quality and fine talismans in the future. As for the trivial matters of medium and low-quality talismans, don't bother me. Leave them to Master Lin to practice."

"Of course, high-grade and fine-quality talisman materials are precious, and the production process is complicated. It is easy for laymen to understand but difficult to master. In his spare time, Lin, the talisman master, would be better off helping to control the process of making talisman paper, spirit ink and other materials. It would be a way for him to do his part for the He family."

The talisman master remained calm and composed, speaking with an arrogant tone.

However, the other party does have reason to be proud. According to Clan Chief He, this person is already a first-tier high-quality talisman master, and can even create 'quasi-second-tier' talismans at any cost.

Compared to Lin Changsheng's outward display of a mere first-tier high-grade talisman master, this is not even in the same league.

Although Chief He looked somewhat embarrassed, he did not stop the talisman master's suggestion.

Instead, she cast a reassuring look at Lin Changsheng.

It was clear that they intended to comply with the wishes of this talisman master.

After all, on one side was Tong Yuanping, a first-tier exquisite talisman master at the ninth level of Qi Condensation, and on the other side was Lin Changsheng, who had offended a Foundation Establishment cultivator from the Qinglan Sect. Clan Chief He had his own decision on which was more important.

"I am of dull talent and lack skill, and I feel ashamed. Now that Master Tong is in charge of the He family, someone can finally take on the responsibility of making talismans. After I finish making the talismans I have in hand, I will hand over the talisman-making work and voluntarily resign."

Lin Changsheng's expression was slightly cold, and his tone was somewhat stiff.

From Chief He's behavior, Lin Changsheng had already seen through the other party's thoughts.

Since that's the case, it's better to take this opportunity to suggest leaving.