Longevity: My Talents Are a Bit Abundant

True Master Changsheng is the only Pill Master in the Cyan Cloud Sect capable of refining the Golden Transformation Pill.

It is crucial for the Foundation Establishment disciples in Cyan Cloud Sect to attempt Core Formation.

Even the current Shen Xuan.

The sect’s status is higher than that of True Master Changsheng.

Before refining the Golden Transformation Pill.

True Master Changsheng’s sect status is as steady as Mount Tai.

In the ranking of Cyan Cloud Sect’s Outer Peak, second only to True Master Ling Xiao.

Shen Xuan finds it difficult to directly clash with him.

A Tier Three Alchemist capable of refining the Golden Transformation Pill is a vital cornerstone for the sect.

No sect can bear such a loss.

As for sneak attacks and assassinations, they are a major taboo in the sect.

Shen Xuan disdains to do such things.

"No rush. One day, I will make True Master Changsheng pay the price."

"First improve the technique for the Golden Transformation Pill, and marginalize True Master Changsheng."

Shen Xuan has planned his revenge.

Repay kindness with kindness, seek revenge for grievances.

Only with a clear conscience can one’s mind be free.

True Master Changsheng conspired with Xiao Jinsong with the intention of taking his life.

This matter cannot be treated as if it never happened.

The reason for his patience is because the timing has not yet arrived.

Once his alchemy skills are accomplished, and he takes the position of Alchemy Hall Master.

After True Master Changsheng is marginalized, he will naturally reveal his weakness.

The sect’s management outwardly speaks of fairness and justice.

In reality, it’s about weighing gains and losses, prioritizing benefits.

Direct disciples of True Masters receive far more attention than ordinary disciples, getting more support and resources.

In this regard, the Cultivation Realm is not very different from the secular Mortal World.

On this day, Li Jing’an came to visit.

"Fellow Daoist Profound Ice, Sect Leader Tong Yuan has just returned to the sect. Hearing about your presence here, he is very delighted and has ordered me to bring you to meet him quickly."

...

Inside the Grotto Heaven Blessed Land at Tong Yuan Peak.

"Fellow Daoist Profound Ice, it’s rare for you to have the time to visit our Hundred Herbs Sect. I apologize for any lack of hospitality, and I hope you can overlook it."

True Master Tong Yuan has a dignified face, his gaze sharp as a sword.

His aura is as deep as an ancient well, unfathomable, and clearly he is in the Late Stage of Golden Core.

Shen Xuan clasped his fists in greeting: "Profound Ice greets True Master Tong Yuan. Fellow Daoist Li should have informed you of my purpose."

"I am willing to serve as an Honored Guest for your sect and focus on refining the Golden Transformation Pill for three years."

True Master Tong Yuan smiled slightly.

"Fellow Daoist Profound Ice, you are a wonderful person, truly eloquent!"

"You wish to use the resources of our Hundred Herbs Sect to refine the Golden Transformation Pill. What benefit would I gain, and how could I explain to my fellow disciples?"

Shen Xuan calmly replied: "True Master Tong Yuan, feel free to mention your conditions."

"Three years is too short, at least seven years."

"Impossible."

Shen Xuan firmly refused.

"I have other important matters, and can only commit to three years; there is no room for negotiation."

True Master Tong Yuan shook his head, somewhat helplessly saying: "The Hundred Herbs Sect has a matter, and we ask Fellow Daoist Profound Ice to fully assist once."

Shen Xuan inquired: "I am only in the Early Stage of Golden Core. With so many talents in your sect, why is this necessary?"

True Master Tong Yuan stroked his beard and chuckled: "Fellow Daoist Profound Ice underestimates himself. Among the new generation talents in Song Country, you rank high, and your future potential is boundless. This is merely our sect’s attempt to build a good relationship."

Shen Xuan nodded: "As long as it doesn’t violate the Cyan Cloud Sect’s rules and is within my capabilities, I can assist your sect once."

"Excellent! I discussed with Junior Brother Li, and he is willing to impart his Golden Transformation Pill inheritance entirely to you. As you study the Pill, you may have two of our sect’s Water Technique Alchemists by your side as apprentices."

"Agreed."

Shen Xuan accepted without much thought.

"Upon leaving, Fellow Daoist Profound Ice will imprint a Water Technique Golden Transformation Pill inheritance as a gift to the Hundred Herbs Sect."

Upon hearing this, Shen Xuan understood.

This was the benefit exchange True Master Tong Yuan desired.

As Shen Xuan researches the Golden Transformation Pill with the Hundred Herbs Sect, Li Jing’an provides the inheritance.

Once Shen Xuan completes his cultivation, he will leave his Water Technique Golden Transformation Pill inheritance to the Hundred Herbs Sect.

After Shen Xuan leaves, the Hundred Herbs Sect can cultivate a Water Technique Golden Transformation Pill Alchemist on their own.

"True Master Tong Yuan, you’re a clever strategist!"

Shen Xuan couldn’t help but sarcastically comment.

"Fellow Daoist Profound Ice, why be angry? It’s difficult for everyone!"

True Master Tong Yuan, unaffected, continued to smile.

When important interests are at stake, neither side is willing to let go.

Shen Xuan pondered for a moment.

"If that is the case, the prior condition of assisting your sect once is now void."

True Master Tong Yuan thought for a moment.

"Agreed!"

True Master Tong Yuan’s expression turned serious, nodding slowly.

"Old fox!"

Shen Xuan cursed in his heart.

Evidently, True Master Tong Yuan wasn’t concerned about Shen Xuan assisting the Hundred Herbs Sect.

All that talk of being a new generation talent with boundless potential.

Was merely commercial hype.

When faced with practical interests, it is insignificant.

"For three years, I will open the furnace once every two months, totaling eighteen times. Your sect must provide the best materials for the Golden Transformation Pill."

"The two apprentice alchemists must follow my instructions and cannot leave the Alchemy Room without permission."

"Of course, I will teach them the method of Water Technique Golden Transformation Pill sincerely. How much they learn depends on their own abilities."

"After the three-year term, I will leave behind the Water Technique Golden Transformation Pill inheritance and depart freely; your sect must not impede."

Regarding Li Jing’an’s Golden Transformation Pill inheritance, Shen Xuan did not mention it.

After collaboration, it is merely icing on the cake.

If progress goes well, Shen Xuan may reward the Hundred Herbs Sect a bit.

The Water Technique Golden Transformation Pill inheritance left behind may be slightly refined.

If not, the content will be obscure, causing the sect’s alchemists to take many detours.

"Fellow Daoist Profound Ice, rest assured. Our Hundred Herbs Sect is reputed for treating you well."

With his goal reached, True Master Tong Yuan spoke cheerfully.

Li Jing’an took out the Hundred Herbs Sect’s Honored Guest Spirit Contract, cast spells, and imprinted the corresponding terms.

After Shen Xuan confirmed them, he and True Master Tong Yuan signed and infused spiritual power.

Thus, Shen Xuan, under the name of independent alchemist Shen Lang, became a True Pill Honored Guest of the Hundred Herbs Sect.

The Cave Mansion was set next to Li Jing’an’s.

The two could hence exchange alchemy techniques conveniently.

...

Spring goes, spring returns.

In the blink of an eye, three years have passed.

Shen Xuan dedicated himself to the refining of the Golden Transformation Pill for three years at the Hundred Herbs Sect.

Inside the alchemy room.

Two Water Technique Foundation Establishment Perfection cultivators stood respectfully by his side.

"Condense!"

A stream of refined Ice Spiritual Power shot towards the pill furnace, merging into the Spirit Pill liquid.

Even before the furnace was opened, the rich aroma of the elixir permeated the entire alchemy room.

Shen Xuan extended his hand.

The furnace opened, and two golden, shining Spirit Pills sped towards him, floating before Shen Xuan’s eyes.

Each had eight pill patterns on its surface, with a fragrant scent, both were of high quality,

Shen Xuan sighed.

"The mysteries of the Alchemy Dao are profound and deep. After three years, this is as far as I can achieve."

Beside him, the two attendant alchemists from the Hundred Herbs Sect had eyes full of admiration.

Both were at Foundation Establishment Perfection, soon to break through to Core Formation.

They had been nurtured since childhood by the Hundred Herbs Sect as Water Technique Alchemists.

This time, fortune smiled upon them, selected to aid Shen Xuan in Water Technique refining of the Golden Transformation Pill.

Three years.

They had witnessed firsthand Shen Xuan’s progress from exploding furnaces, to stable pill production, then one furnace yielding two pills.

The advancement of his alchemical skills was astonishing, comparable to the sect’s elder alchemist Li Ying’an.

Such pace broke the records held by the Hundred Herbs Sect over the years.

Yet, Alchemist Shen seemed somewhat dissatisfied.

This filled the two with envy and longing.

Indeed, Shen Xuan was truly unsatisfied.

On the Mysterious Jade Talisman.

[Golden Transformation Pill: Mastery (18/400)]

[Dao Rhyme: 1612818]

Over three years, he had refined twenty-four batches of Golden Transformation Pill materials, consuming a million Dao Rhythm.

The skill in making the Golden Transformation Pill had grudgingly advanced to mastery.

With Shen Xuan’s rise in the skill of the Golden Transformation Pill, Li Ying’an’s attitude toward him grew more respectful.

He absorbed and integrated Li Ying’an’s Golden Transformation Pill inheritance into his own alchemical Dao within a month.

The fifth batch produced qualified Golden Transformation Pills.

The twelfth batch began producing two pills per furnace.

The swift progress in alchemy made Li Ying’an doubt himself.

He had never seen a Water Technique Alchemist like Shen Xuan.

It was generally believed that Water Technique refining was more complex and time-consuming than Fire Technique.

Yet, Shen Xuan utterly overturned this notion.

The most time-consuming phases in Water Technique alchemy—’boil’, ’simmer’, ’nourish’, ’brew’—were expedited by Shen Xuan using refined Ice Spiritual Power.

In this manner, Shen Xuan’s Water Technique refining was faster than Fire Technique.

Each furnace only required a little over twenty days, a fraction of the time for Fire Technique refining.

The Hundred Herbs Sect supplied more Golden Transformation Pill materials than specified in the contract, eighteen batches.

Shen Xuan considered the timing.

Three years about up.

Twenty-four batches yielded thirty-three Golden Transformation Pills.

The Hundred Herbs Sect made a slight profit.

He engraved the method for Water Technique Golden Transformation Pill into an empty Jade Scroll.

After handing it to Li Ying’an, he gracefully departed.

The Water Technique Golden Transformation Pill inheritance he left was genuine.

And he did not purposely write it to be obscure.

However, for others to craft the Golden Transformation Pill following the inheritance,

the prerequisite was possessing his refined and robust Ice Spiritual Power.

Estimate that the entire Hundred Herbs Sect could not find one such individual.

"So, it’s not that I schemed against the Hundred Herbs Sect; it’s the sect’s cultivators who are incompetent."

Shen Xuan thought to himself.

...

After leaving the Hundred Herbs Sect, Shen Xuan went to Liang Country.

Concealing his form, he flew westward, arriving at the western region of Liang Country.

Stopping in the depths of a desolate black desert.

This was where the Nether Realm space he had previously entered with Li Ruyi and Wan Meng the Demon Lord is located.

Shen Xuan found the thousand-zhang-deep sky pit, flying to its bottom.

A red flash in his eyes.

"Lucky, the Nether Realm space is still intact."

Three years ago, when Shen Xuan left the island, Li Ruyi asked him to collect some Nether Orbs and Nether items.

Back then, Shen Xuan thought of this Nether Realm space within Liang Country.

Now, his power had surged, fearing not the remnant soul of the Bone-Shadow Demon Ancestor inside.

Shen Xuan performed a spell, his fingers like a sword, emitting an Ice Soul Divine Light, revealing the floating space dark portal.

Subsequently, his figure flashed, darting inside.

The Nether Realm space was unchanged, the sky murky, saturated with dense nether energy, eroding life force.

Shen Xuan flew to a branch of the Nether River, releasing Golden Core aura.

"Bone-Shadow Demon Ancestor, appear before me!"

The voice echoed throughout the Nether Realm space.

Countless nether creatures fled in panic.

Resentful souls in the Nether River sunk deeply.

"Shen Xuan! What do you want again!"

The remnant soul of the Bone-Shadow Demon Ancestor fashioned into an old cultivator emerged from the Nether River branch.

"Oh. I was passing by, remembered you my old friend, hence came to visit."

Shen Xuan laughed: "Old Ancestor, you look well."

"Shen Xuan, stop being insolent! This is my sacred ground."

"So what? The matters from last time, our account isn’t settled yet!"

Shen Xuan suddenly turned hostile.

"Believe it or not, I could blow up this broken space of yours!"

The Bone-Shadow Demon Ancestor stared at Shen Xuan, enraged white hair flying, nether robe flaring, rustling.

After a long while, he managed to contain his anger, forced out a smile.

"Fellow Daoist Shen, there’s no need for this. We have no grievances nor hatred. Last time was my fault, I apologize to you."

"You speak lightly! Want to dismiss it with a few words?"

"What do you want! Shen Xuan, don’t bully people too much!"

Shen Xuan was too lazy to reason with him.

He directly summoned the Ice Soul Divine Sword, pointed towards the Bone-Shadow Demon Ancestor.

"Forget it, I’m afraid of you! Shen Xuan, what do you want, just say it."

"You said an apology; first compensate me with a dozen Tier Three Nether Orbs."

The Bone-Shadow Demon Ancestor’s eerie eyes rolled: "Don’t ask for too much, where would I have a dozen Tier Three Nether Orbs! Tier Two is about right!"

"No, I only want Tier Three Nether Orbs!"