Reversing the Milky Way

Lu Xuzi: "For example, if I want to forge a spiritual weapon, besides the materials themselves, I also need to inscribe runes on it. These runes are mostly spells, whether offensive or defensive, and can be activated instantly as long as they can be inscribed. Each inscription is a test of the forger's array formation skills. This kind of inscription imprinting is hundreds of times more difficult than imprinting on talismans or arrays. It not only has to match the spiritual power attributes of the weapon itself, but also consider the functionality. Once the inscription imprinting fails, the spiritual weapon will become an ordinary spiritual weapon, without any other functions, only possessing its own power. Once this happens, some people will choose to reforge the spiritual weapon, but reforging a spiritual weapon is not without its costs. Once reforged, there will be a loss of materials, and the reforged spiritual weapon will have the same attributes as the original weapon, which is difficult to change. Moreover, the reforged weapon will become smaller and smaller."

Upon hearing this, Bai Cheng lowered his head and began to ponder.

'That's a real shame. Including the Fire Spirit Ring, this compass is already my second magical artifact. I was originally planning to reforge it and forge a suitable weapon, but now it seems I'll have to sell it.'

Then, Bai Cheng took out the strange stone pillar again.

Bai Cheng: "Elder Lu, I have something else here that I don't know what it is."

After receiving the stone pillar, Lu Xuzi carefully examined it and then infused it with spiritual power. Suddenly, the stone pillar changed; its head popped open like a pen cap, and an indescribable aura wafted out from within.

Bai Cheng looked down and found that it contained some unknown transparent liquid.

Bai Cheng: "What is this?"

Lu Xuzi: "This substance is called Mountain Spirit's Tears."

Bai Cheng: "What is 'Mountain Spirit Tears'?"

Lu Xuzi: "The Mountain Spirit is a peculiar demon beast, and the Mountain Spirit Tears are naturally its tears. Its function is very simple: as long as you drip it into your eyes, you can see things that you cannot normally see for a period of time, such as a person's soul and the origin of some material souls. These things are energy bodies that cannot be seen with the naked eye. Only when you open your soul meridian can you discover these secrets without the help of external forces."

Bai Cheng: "So mysterious?!"

Lu Xuzi: "That's right. If it's a soul, it's easier to deal with. As long as the material energy of the soul itself can be activated, it can manifest in front of people. But if the origin of those material souls is not activated, they can only rely on this so-called Mountain Ghost Tears. This thing is extremely precious, and its value is no less than that of a low-grade spiritual artifact."

At this point, Lu Xuzi's words clearly showed surprise.

Lu Xuzi: "Even if you were in the Bai family, you wouldn't be able to easily obtain these two items. Moreover, if someone with ulterior motives were to find out that you possess such treasures, even if you are a disciple of the Bai family, your life would be in danger. In my opinion, you should never take these things out in front of others."

Bai Cheng: "Thank you for the reminder, Elder Lu."

Lu Xuzi: "By the way, have you thought about what you wanted to do about forging weapons?"

Bai Cheng: "No, to be honest, I haven't actually decided what kind of weapon I want to forge."

Lu Xuzi: "By the way, I remember you took out a blueprint before. Could it be that you wanted to forge a weapon like the one in the blueprint?"

Bai Cheng did have this idea, but because Xuanlong Spirit Gold requires the temperature of spirit fire to be melted, he never brought it up again.

Seeing Bai Cheng's reaction, Lu Xuzi frowned slightly.

Lu Xuzi: "Well then, if you have the chance to go to Shitie City, you can seek out the Lu family clan."

After saying that, he took out a white token and handed it to Bai Cheng.

Lu Xuzi: "With this token, you can go to any of the properties within the Lu family's territory and have them forge an artifact, the grade of which cannot exceed that of a low-grade spiritual artifact."

After receiving the token, Bai Cheng examined it carefully and found that it was engraved with the words "Lu Family Forging Token," but there was nothing else special about it.

Bai Cheng: "Then thank you, Elder Lu!"

After saying goodbye to Lu Xuzi, Bai Cheng returned to the shop and happened to see some newly installed counters displaying alcoholic beverages.

Upon seeing Bai Cheng return, Cui Yuanfang stepped forward to explain the matter.

Cui Yuanfang: "It's a pity. After what happened yesterday, the area within a five-mile radius has become much quieter. Today, fewer than twenty people have passed through here. If this continues, well..."

Bai Cheng: "It's alright. If they don't come to our door, we'll provide delivery service."

Cui Yuanfang: "Huh? Home delivery?"

Bai Cheng: "That's right, let me explain it to you..."

Three days later, Du Mingchun arrived at Shangguan's house for a follow-up consultation as scheduled.

Du Mingchun: "Congratulations! The toxins in Young Master Shangguan's body have been cleared."

Shangguan Zhi: "Hmph! Don't let me find out who that person is! Otherwise, I'll dig three feet into the ground and grind him to dust!"

After making his harsh remarks, Shangguan Zhi finally looked at Du Mingchun.

Shangguan Zhi: "These past few days, the clan has been preparing for the Xue family's Tonghai banquet. Today, only I have come to receive the physician. Physician, why don't you come with us to Shangguan tomorrow?"

Du Mingchun: "Hehe, Young Master Shangguan, you are too kind. It's just that I am old and my cultivation level is too low to enter such a place. Moreover, although you have recovered, in my opinion, you still have some lingering ailments."

Shangguan Zhi: "What!?"

Upon hearing this, Shangguan Zhi's recently relaxed mood immediately turned tense.

Shangguan Zhi: "I wonder what kind of lingering illness I have?"

Du Mingchun: "According to my observation, although your eyes appear bright and spirited, there is actually a hint of dullness in the depths of your eyes, and your face appears weak and your vital energy is easily depleted."

Upon hearing this, Shangguan Zhi's face turned deathly pale. His younger brother was already dead, and if he were to be affected by this matter, he would be truly finished in the Shangguan family.

The thought of this made him extremely anxious.

Shangguan Zhi: "Doctor, what... what should we do?"

Du Mingchun: "Young master, rest assured. You are a cultivator, and although you will recover in the future, the time required is self-evident. I do have a miraculous pill here. After taking it, you will see immediate results within a day."

After saying that, Du Mingchun took out a grayish-white pill that emitted a spiritual light.

After receiving the pill, Shangguan Zhi's eyes widened in surprise. He then smelled the pill and found nothing except for a strong medicinal fragrance.

Shangguan Zhi: "What kind of pill is this? I've never seen it before?"

Du Mingchun: "This pill is called Ziling Buyang Pill. It is my proud creation after decades of medical practice. However, there are certain conditions required when taking it."

Shangguan Zhi: "Hmm? What are the conditions!?"

Du Mingchun: "We need to find a secluded place to refine it, without being disturbed. Moreover, during the pill's effect, do not circulate your spiritual energy, otherwise the effects will have irreversible consequences depending on the changes in your spiritual energy. In addition, during the pill's effect, even the slightest external fluctuation may cause some changes. Therefore, I need to go to your secluded cultivation place to investigate."

After listening to Du Mingchun's words, Shangguan Zhi felt a strange sense of awe towards the person in front of him.

'No wonder he's a renowned miracle doctor in the medical field; he takes such good care of his patients!'

Shangguan Zhi: "Then I'll have to trouble Doctor Du. Please follow me."

Although the Shangguan family mansion was not as prosperous as the Bai family mansion, the prosperity of every inch of its land was beyond the imagination of ordinary people.

The two arrived at the back mountain of Shangguan Zhi's residence, where they happened to meet Shangguan Lan.

Shangguan Zhi: "Cousin, are you here to see me?"

Upon seeing the two, Shangguan Lan said with a disdainful look, "You've come at the right time. I've come to convey Grandpa's orders."

Shangguan Zhi: "What orders?"

At this moment, Du Mingchun watched the scene between the siblings and quickly thought about something. He could tell that the internal relationships within the Shangguan family were not harmonious.

Shangguan Lan: "Tomorrow is the Tonghai Realm banquet hosted by the Xue family patriarch. The patriarch has ordered you to stay at home and not to go!"

Shangguan Zhi: "What!? This is impossible!"

Shangguan Zhi's expression immediately turned fierce.

Shangguan Lan: "Nothing is impossible. Who told you that you couldn't even beat the spirit puppet in the Trial Tower that was at the same level as yourself? It would be a disgrace to take it out with you. My Shangguan family can't afford to lose face."

After saying that, she suddenly released her aura, which startled even Du Mingchun, who was watching the show from the sidelines.

Shangguan Zhi: "You! You actually broke through to the late stage of Qi Condensation Realm?!"

Shangguan Zhi's surprised eyes were filled with disbelief.

Shangguan Lan: "Hehe, do you think everyone is like you? I have already delivered the message. I advise you to stay at home and cultivate peacefully. Don't make your second uncle worry about you anymore. After all, you are his only son."

After saying that, Shangguan Lan flew away on his sword.

Shangguan Zhi: "Damn woman!"

With a loud bang, Shangguan Zhi punched the rock wall of the artificial hill.

Shangguan Zhi: "You all just wait. When I rise to power, I will never let you go!"

That fierce gaze made Du Mingchun, who was standing to the side, appear much more reserved.

Du Mingchun: "Young Master Shangguan, it seems that your relationship with your cousin is not very harmonious?"

Upon hearing this, Shangguan Zhi was about to blurt out, "What's it to you?" but seeing Du Mingchun's dismissive look, he held back.

Shangguan Zhi: "I'm sorry to have made Dr. Du laugh at me."

The two arrived at the place where Shangguan Zhi usually cultivated. The place was surrounded by spiritual energy and filled with third- and even fourth-grade spiritual plants. Du Mingchun even saw a giant spider that was about waist-high to him.

This spider, named the Netherworld Spider, is a mid-level demonic beast. Its silk is extremely tough; if woven into a dense web, it can even withstand high-grade magical artifacts. It is one of the main materials for making certain ropes and even clothing.

An adult Nether Spider is about two meters tall, while the one Du Mingchun saw was clearly only in its growth stage.

Seeing Du Mingchun hesitate, Shangguan Zhi then began to explain.

Shangguan Zhi: "Doctor Du, don't be afraid. This beast has been tamed by me and will not easily harm people."

Du Mingchun remained indifferent and did not reply, but simply tossed a memory stone into the nearby cluster of spiritual plants.

Immediately afterwards, Du Mingchun, under the pretext of surveying the cultivation environment, circled around Shangguan Zhi's cultivation platform and took the opportunity to place three recording stones among the spiritual plants, pointing them at the cultivation platform from three different angles.

Shangguan Zhi: "Doctor Du, how is my cultivation environment?"

Du Mingchun nodded slightly, a forced smile on his face.

Du Mingchun: "Very good, very good. Young master, please remember, no matter what you feel after taking the pill, do not circulate your spiritual power. I will wait for you outside for two hours and then come in to observe the effect."

After saying that, Du Mingchun left the cultivation chamber, leaving Shangguan Zhi alone.

After seeing Du Mingchun leave, Shangguan Zhi's expression immediately turned cold. He first took out the white pill and examined it with his divine sense. Only after confirming that it had no poisonous effects did he take it.

Du Mingchun glanced at the two guards at the door as he stepped out of the secret room.

Du Mingchun: "If your young master makes any strange noises later, neither of you should go in."

The two guards were completely baffled by what they heard.

Guard 1: "Old man, you can't do this. My master has just gone through the pain of losing his son. He can't bear another one."

Guard Two: "That's right! Now that you've finished your examination of my young master, you shouldn't stay here!"

Hearing this, Du Mingchun could only shake his head helplessly, but he could not leave because he had to go in two hours later.

After taking the pill, Shangguan Zhi immediately felt a warm current flowing through his body.

Shangguan Zhi: "It really is a good pill! I immediately feel like I have inexhaustible strength all over my body."

As soon as he finished speaking, he felt a strange heat rising within his body, in addition to the strength he had gained. Somehow, after this heat circulated through his body, his nerve sensations seemed to be amplified dozens of times. With just a shallow breath, he felt a strong stimulation that was immediately transmitted to his brain.

Immediately afterwards, this heat made his bones feel as if they were under a kind of depression. Although it didn't itch, it made him feel extremely uncomfortable all over, and he wanted to move around all the time.

Shangguan Zhi: "What's going on?! Could this pill be poisonous?"

Thinking of this, he immediately began to circulate his spiritual energy throughout his body. However, he did not feel any negative effects. Instead, he found that after the spiritual energy circulated throughout his body, every cell in his body became unusually excited. Just the friction against his clothes almost caused his vital energy to loosen.

At this moment, every capillary in his body exuded an unparalleled aura, a unique scent that even attracted the attention of the Nether Spider not far away.

As a mid-level demon beast, besides developing a basic sliver of intelligence, it also deeply retained the habits it had as a species. Especially when the opposite sex emitted this unique courtship signal, despite the different species, the scent emanating from its body, amplified dozens of times, would attract females. In particular, the pill also contained the scents of many other spirit beasts, causing Shangguan Zhi's unique aura to immediately explode in his cultivation cave.

At this moment, Shangguan Zhi was overwhelmed with desire, his face flushed like a monkey's bottom, and the scene before him began to blur. His breathing became rapid, and an indescribable desire surged through his entire body.

Shangguan Zhi: "Damn it! What's going on?! Could it be because I used my spiritual power?"

In fact, Du Mingchun's claim that Shangguan Zhi should not circulate his spiritual energy was just nonsense. Because after taking a pill, cultivators almost always subconsciously circulate their internal spiritual energy; after decades of this daily cycle, it has long become a natural bodily function, as natural as eating and drinking.

Making Shangguan Zhi stop circulating his spiritual energy is like making an ordinary person stop breathing—it's unbearable.

Shangguan Zhi could only try to suppress his emotions and focus his attention on one point, but even so, he was already sweating profusely all over his body.

Just then, a slender hand suddenly landed on his shoulder. He turned around abruptly and found a stunningly beautiful woman completely naked, looking at him with a dazed and lustful expression.

The ground around him began to soften like cotton wool. Shangguan Zhi's mind was now dominated by desire. He didn't care that he didn't know the strange woman in front of him, and he even forgot to think about the fact that she had six arms. He just wanted his body to take the lead.

Woman: "Young...Young Master...Young...Young Master...!"

The alluring woman in front of him waved her six arms, tearing off his lower body clothes layer by layer.

Shangguan Zhi: "Oh my, beauty!"