Longevity: My Talents Are a Bit Abundant

Forcibly merging spirit fires of different attributes is far beyond the current fire control techniques.

Looking again at the Jade Talisman in the sea of consciousness, there was a new change:

[Talent: Spirit Flame Fire Bird Entry Level (10/100)]

The original [Silver Flame Fire Bird] had transformed into the more inclusive [Spirit Flame Fire Bird].

Moreover, the bold attempt and failure just now seemed to have been recognized by the Jade Talisman as experience, and the skill level actually increased by 4 points!

Shen Xuan’s lips curled slightly, revealing a hint of a satisfied smile.

"Very good. The experience grows quite fast, just as I intended."

Compared to the ice techniques he had already mastered with their subtle changes and fine control, his fire technique divine power was relatively simple and crude, relying more on the grade and power of the Spirit Fire itself.

Until this moment, after refining the Separation Fire Silver Carving Inner Core, and truly beginning to practice this [Spirit Flame Fire Bird] technique, he finally took a solid first step in the path of fire techniques and their variations.

...

The stone door of the secret chamber slowly slid open, and Shen Xuan stepped out.

The maid, Fragrance Grass, was waiting outside. Seeing him emerge, she reported softly, "Master, True Master Miao Lian has arrived and is waiting in the parlor."

"Mm."

Shen Xuan acknowledged calmly.

Counting the days, it had already been two years since he accepted the commission to refine a Tier Three Puppet for True Master Miao Lian.

Two years, a long time for mortals, but just a fleeting moment for the Cultivation Realm where seclusion for tens or hundreds of years is common.

Refining a Tier Three Puppet was never an easy task, requiring countless efforts and precious materials.

Moreover, Shen Xuan intended to meticulously craft it, extending the process.

After two years, this puppet was only beginning to take shape.

This progress, in the eyes of others, was already extremely fast, even regarded as efficient.

He walked steadily toward the parlor.

Inside the hall, True Master Miao Lian rose gracefully upon seeing Shen Xuan.

She had changed into a cyan Immortal Skirt, well-tailored, elegantly accentuating her graceful figure.

The hem lightly swayed, complementing her snowy skin, and with a smile in her eyes, she exuded a charming aura.

"True Master Guo."

True Master Miao Lian’s voice was clear and delightful, filled with smiles.

Shen Xuan nodded slightly and walked directly to the main seat, picking up the Spirit Tea prepared by the maid, and took a light sip.

"Fellow Daoist Miao Lian, what brings you here today?"

The tone had a faint sense of detachment.

For this direct disciple of True Monarch Red Lotus, Shen Xuan treated her with respect but kept his distance.

Avoiding provocation, not getting close, maintaining distance.

One day, if he turns against True Monarch Red Lotus, there would be no need for concerns.

True Master Miao Lian, long accustomed, took no offense and instead covered her lips with a light laugh, her gaze flowing: "Fellow Daoist Guo, you truly are a person who easily forgets. Some days ago, it was you who personally reminded me not to forget to remind you."

"Tomorrow is the Sect’s quinquennial Golden Core True Master trade conference."

"Oh?"

The hand holding the cup paused slightly, as if just recalling.

"Indeed, there is such a thing. Had Fellow Daoist Miao Lian not reminded me, I might have nearly forgotten."

Within the Bright Flame Sect, every five years, a small trade conference exclusive to Golden Core True Masters is held.

Participants are naturally Golden Core Cultivators within the sect.

Though not everyone attends, there are usually more than a dozen.

Even if one does not attend personally, they often have friends post buying or selling information on their behalf.

Now that the front-line battle remains at a stalemate, many Golden Core True Masters have rotated back for rest, often accumulating considerable gains.

Perhaps there will be rare Tier Three Demon King Inner Core Essence Blood of the fire attribute.

This is precisely what Shen Xuan needs.

"Tomorrow, Fellow Daoist Miao Lian happens to be free, and will take Fellow Daoist Guo to attend."

True Master Miao Lian smiled brightly, her tone light and cheerful.

"Although the location is within the sect, one still needs an introduction to enter."

Her eyes looked at Shen Xuan expectantly.

Shen Xuan put down the tea cup, nodded: "In that case, it will be a bother to Fellow Daoist Miao Lian."

...

The next day, at dawn.

Under the guidance of True Master Miao Lian, Shen Xuan arrived at a mountain peak shrouded in Spiritual Qi.

This peak, towering a thousand feet high, enveloped in mist, is a Tier Three Upper Grade Fire Spirit Vein location.

True Master Miao Lian took out a scarlet-patterned Token and infused it with magical power.

The token shot out a red light, landing on an ordinary-looking mountain wall ahead.

The air rippled like water, and a subtle Illusion Array dispersed silently, revealing a clear and open scene.

Amidst ancient trees and exotic flowers, pavilion towers with flying eaves and interlocking ridges were hidden.

Clear springs trickle, Spiritual Birds chirped softly, making it extremely tranquil and elegant.

It was evidently a secluded gathering place within the sect, reserved for the high-tier cultivators.

The most majestic pavilion in the center was the venue for today’s trade conference.

Upon entering, there were already more than a dozen Golden Core True Masters gathered in small groups.

The air was lightly fragrant with tea.

Several smooth jade tables were arranged in a ring, each exhibiting several jade boxes or jade bottles, either open or sealed.

The treasures within emitted a faint glow, all being rare Tier Three Spiritual Materials: Elixirs, Talismans, Array Plates, Magical Artifacts, Flying Swords, Spirit Plants...

Varied and abundant.

Underneath each jade box or jade bottle lay a small Jade Scroll, briefly describing the name, characteristics, and what the owner wished to exchange for the spiritual objects.

A few had their prices marked in Sect Contribution Points.

Before entering, True Master Miao Lian had already informed quietly.

This type of small trade conference was hosted in turns by several veteran Golden Core True Masters within the sect.

This time, the host was True Master Muyang, a direct disciple under True Monarch Wan Huo.

As True Master Miao Lian entered, several gazes turned her way, and familiar cultivators nodded and smiled, to which she responded with smiles and exchanged a few pleasantries.

Taking advantage of this moment, Shen Xuan quietly stepped away from her side, wandering alone among the jade tables, his gaze calmly sweeping over each spiritual object.