Steady Mortal Path: Starting from Obtaining the Golden Core Inheritance

Early morning, at Lin's Medical Talisman Shop.

Su Qin removed the door panels one by one and opened for business.

The young girl, Li Suxin, lent a hand from the side.

Tian Fu walked over with his hands behind his back and his belly protruding, amidst the compliments of a group of "smugglers".

"Xin'er, move aside a little, don't delay Brother Su Qin from working."

Tian Fu glanced sourly at Su Qin, who had become increasingly handsome in recent years. He thought about how Su Qin had only reached the fifth level of Qi Condensation when he first arrived, but had now actually reached the seventh level of Qi Condensation. He felt even more resentful.

"Brother Su Qin, take out the materials that have been piling up in the shop and let them air out. These talisman papers are prone to deterioration if they are not ventilated for a long time, which may affect Uncle Lin's success rate in making talismans."

After giving his instructions, Tian Fu swaggered into the shop.

"The stockpiled talismans were dried yesterday, and I had already packed them all away before you arrived."

Su Qin leaned against the shop wall, carrying the door panel, and said in a tone that was neither too loud nor too soft.

For some reason, Tian Fu has been inexplicably finding fault and causing trouble lately.

Su Qin was very displeased with it.

As the two spent more time together...

Su Qin always thought that Tian Fu was unambitious. He had such a good relationship with Uncle Lin, but instead of seeking cultivation resources, he flattered others and wasted his time.

He acts arrogantly and haughtily in front of low- and mid-level cultivators and merchants, but he is obsequious and servile in front of Uncle Lin, showing the demeanor of a petty person.

"I'm talking about the materials for making talismans! It's not just about talisman paper, but also those buckets of spirit ink in the second-floor attic! Let the spirit ink see the sun and absorb some spiritual energy, that's the secret to the superior quality of our 'Lin Family Medical Talisman' talismans!"

Seeing that Su Qin seemed to be implying something, Tian Fu stopped in his tracks, his face contorted with rage.

"You...I understand."

Su Qin glared at Tian Fu, took a few deep breaths, and then reluctantly and angrily turned away.

He was muttering under his breath, calling someone a sycophant and unambitious.

"Brother Tianfu, it seems like the spirit ink in our second-floor attic has never been dried, right? Why are you deliberately targeting us..."

Li Suxin was a clever girl from a young age. She could tell at a glance that Tian Fu was taking his anger out on Su Qin. She couldn't help but try to persuade him, but was interrupted.

“Xin’er, you don’t know, I introduced this kid to Uncle Lin because I thought he was honest. Who knew he would cause Uncle Lin so much trouble? If my cultivation level wasn’t lower than his, I would have beaten him up.”

"In short, keep a close eye on him for the foreseeable future and give him more work. If he can't resist leaving on his own, that's none of Uncle Lin's business. If he can hold back and stay, he won't have the energy to cause trouble, and you and I can have some peace and quiet. But remember to keep an eye on this person when it comes to some important matters in the shop."

Tian Fu pulled Li Suxin aside and whispered a few words in her ear, while glaring angrily at the direction of the attic.

"Hey, is this the 'Lin Family Medical Talisman'? Where is your master? Tell him to come out and see me!"

Two men with unusual appearances arrived at the door.

One of them was tall and thin, dressed in an old-fashioned long gown, with a mustache and sharp eyes.

The words mentioned earlier came from this man with the mustache.

The other man was short and stocky, with a large head, thick neck, and dark skin, but he was wearing a flashy robe, which looked rather incongruous.

The person didn't speak, but stood to the side with a mocking smile on their face.

"Oh, these two fellow Daoists look unfamiliar. Could they be from a nearby family, here to discuss cooperation?"

Tian Fule's eyes darted around, quickly sizing up the two of them before greeting them with a smile.

Having lived in Thousand Crane Immortal City for many years, Tian Fu, though not highly skilled in cultivation, was extremely adept at reading people and situations.

The two people in front of me may not look particularly impressive, but they possessed a very strong aura of magical power, at least at the ninth level of Qi Condensation. Although their words were not very respectful, they were full of confidence.

To avoid causing trouble for Uncle Lin, Tian Fu subconsciously ignored the man's unfriendly tone.

"Hehe, Master Wu is truly a hidden talent. Back then, that little Lin only learned a few basic skills, yet he was able to accumulate such a great reputation here."

The short man joked.

"That bastard, he's managed to thrive in Thousand Crane Immortal City without making a sound, yet he's never once offered me any thanks in all these years..."

The man with the mustache spoke with a sour tone.

……

Thousand Crane Immortal City, western part of the city.

Fulin Garden Courtyard.

Lin Changsheng is making preparations for his trip in a few days.

Although neither Nangong Qingtan nor Su Xuyan are ordinary rogue cultivators, there should not be much risk in going out together.

However, to be on the safe side and prepared for any eventuality, Lin Changsheng still needs to make ample preparations.

A moment later, Tian Fu rushed in, looking very anxious.

After a while, two special guests arrived at Lin Changsheng's courtyard.

"Master, Alchemist Hu, I never expected it to be you two..."

Lin Changsheng, with a strange expression, welcomed the two in.

These two people were none other than 'Master Wu,' whom I had apprenticed under when I first entered Huangling Market to conceal the source of my talisman-making memories, and his neighbor, Master Hu.

It was unexpected that the three of them would meet again under such circumstances after so many years.

After exchanging pleasantries for a while, Lin Changsheng instructed Tian Fu to go out and order a table of delicacies made with spiritual ingredients.

Upon confirming the way Uncle Lin addressed the two men, Tian Fu was shocked. He quickly recalled that he seemed to have done nothing negligent during the journey, and after secretly breathing a sigh of relief, he respectfully withdrew from the courtyard.

"Indeed, I saw in you back then that you were down-to-earth, had a clear mind, and had lofty aspirations. Now, not only have you reached the ninth level of Qi Condensation, but you have also established yourself in a prosperous place like Thousand Crane Immortal City. Your future is limitless."

Master Hu Dan congratulated him with a smile.

At the same time, he glanced at Wu Fushi, whose face had darkened considerably, with an expression of great interest.

"Master Lin is truly remarkable. This humble talisman master from a small place greets Master Lin."

Wu Fushi's expression was extremely complex at this moment, a mixture of sighs, lamentations, heartache, and bitterness.

"Master, what are you doing now... I'm still your disciple in name only..."

Lin Changsheng was truly at a loss for words regarding this Lin Fushi's personality.

This person was a first-class high-grade talisman master in his early years, but he was stingy and miserly.

In his view, learning the art of talisman making from him was tantamount to stealing his skills and wealth.

As Lin Changsheng later advanced to a first-tier low-grade talisman master, Wu talisman master felt deeply at a loss.

Now that he knows he has gained such fame in Thousand Crane Immortal City, he probably feels he has suffered a great loss.

"Hmph, Master Lin, you flatter me. I am not worthy of being your master."

Seeing that Lin Changsheng was still willing to acknowledge this relationship, Wu Fushi was clearly pleased, but he still snorted and said sarcastically.

Regardless, these two had been of great help to him when he first embarked on the path of immortality, so Lin Changsheng hosted a banquet to entertain them.

After a conversation, Lin Changsheng finally learned why the two elders had appeared in Thousand Crane Immortal City.

It turned out that he was a senior brother of Master Hu Dan's sect. Half a year ago, he was ambushed by a thief while training outside and suffered severe injuries.

Now, after being bedridden for months, his wives, concubines, and children are not only not helping him seek medical treatment, but are also fighting fiercely over the family property and resources.

The senior disciple secretly asked someone to send a message to Master Hu, hoping that this junior disciple could take charge of the overall situation.

Hu Danshi and Wu Fushi, though neighbors, were also longtime friends who enjoyed arguing.

After some discussion, the two decided to come to Thousand Crane Immortal City to develop together, and to make one last effort to build their foundation in the future.