Eternal Life from Talisman Painting

"In this case, I can only go to Five Dragons Island to find a suitable piece of Spirit Land."

Lin Chang’an pondered silently, he had an idea on his mind for years now.

That was the Profound Sound Pavilion, the weakest power on Five Dragons Island.

With the protection of an array, and precisely because the Profound Sound Pavilion is the weakest, it absolutely cannot afford any missteps with customers. Otherwise, if its reputation goes bad, it’s over.

After all, the main resource income of Profound Sound Pavilion relies entirely on the commerce association.

Secondly, that would be to hide his identity, absolutely unable to reveal he was a Foundation Establishment Cultivator.

Otherwise, even though he was at Foundation Establishment Perfection, having a Tier Three Spirit Pet about to breakthrough, it would only invite trouble.

Might even cause Profound Sound Pavilion to become greedy.

Unless there was a significant background, one could act with ease.

"If I am to go to Profound Sound Pavilion, I must disguise as a Fake Pill Cultivator."

Lin Chang’an was confident in this regard, as the years of cultivating the Refining Spirit section had stabilized his Divine Sense at the Fake Pill Realm.

He could even forcefully activate the ’Sword Shadow Following Heart Technique’, exuding the aura of a Fake Pill Cultivator.

"A Sword Cultivator Fake Pill Cultivator, with a Tier Three Spirit Pet about to breakthrough, would still be acceptable."

Thinking of this, Lin Chang’an couldn’t help but turn his head towards the Phoenix Cry Bird, ultimately shaking his head helplessly.

Although Demon Beasts and human cultivators are different, some Core Formation Spiritual Objects could still be used, but their effect would be greatly reduced.

"Right now, the only Core Formation Spiritual Object I can provide is this little more than half a bottle of Profound Water Liquid, and as for this Tier Three Yin Attribute Demon Pill, it’s quite a tonic for the Phoenix Cry Bird too."

The Phoenix Cry Bird, is not only facing a breakthrough but also an evolution.

"If it were only breaking through to Tier Three, it wouldn’t be a big problem. But according to the Record of Exotic Beasts, each evolution of this kind of Exotic Beast is a cycle of fiery rebirth, surviving through nine deaths."

Lin Chang’an had previously heard of this during his time with the Zhou Family.

Every kind of ancient exotic beast possesses extremely unique Divine Techniques, the more powerful and rare, the more difficult the evolution.

The heavens are just, with powerful bloodlines comes exceptional strength in the same tier.

Correspondingly, the evolution difficulty is high to a divine level, with rather strict conditions.

"It’s a matter of timing and destiny, I’ve prepared as much as I can, I am limited in capacity to provide even more advanced Yang or Fire Attribute Spiritual Objects."

Lin Chang’an sighed deeply, yet somewhat consoled as even if the evolution failed, the bird would still leave behind a Tier Three Demon Pill.

Recalling this record, a peculiar look crossed Lin Chang’an’s face.

"If the evolution succeeds, I gain greatly. Even if it fails, there’s a safeguard, it won’t be difficult to exchange this Demon Pill for a Core Formation Spiritual Object by then."

The Phoenix Cry Bird on his shoulder, though drowsy, understood these words, looked at its master with wide eyes.

Why can’t he hope for something good for it?

It’s tough enough having followed such a penny-pinching master, even the resources for Core Formation evolution were all accumulated through its own efforts over the years.

Too unfair to the bird.

"Alright then, it’s time to prepare for your breakthrough."

Lin Chang’an shook his head, and as his mana almost fully recovered, he began to take down the array to leave the place.

As for the spoils, this Yin Spirit object only had value at Tier Three, the rest didn’t even have a hair’s worth.

With the array cleared away, once his figure vanished on the island, the aimless Yin Spirits surrounding still didn’t know what happened.

Just instinctively sensing the absence of a powerful Yin Spirit at the Spirit Vein in the island’s center, they instinctively began gathering there.

Perhaps it might attract other powerful Yin Spirits, or perhaps a new Yin Spirit Beast King might be gradually born here, but all this was of no concern to Lin Chang’an anymore.

...

Jade Spirit Island.

"Finally back."

Just upon returning, he encountered the Lu Family’s Sword Fool, Lu Yujian.

"Mr. Lin, did you just come out of seclusion?"

Lu Yujian, looking hurried, couldn’t help but ask upon seeing Lin Chang’an feign a look of just coming out of his abode.

Lin Chang’an, nodding, said: "I’ve stayed secluded for a while, I wonder what makes Mr. Lu appear so hurried?"

Lin Chang’an was somewhat curious, as although he had used the excuse of a secluded practice, he had covertly gone hunting at Heaven-Reaching Mist Sea but never completely ceased inquiring about outside information.

From Lu Yujian’s expression, something had indeed happened, otherwise why would even a Sword Fool be so stirred?

"Mr. Lin, something has happened recently, Spirit Snake Island was raided by Tribulation Cultivators, and the residences of the four family clans on the island were breached, all materials and treasuries looted entirely.

Not to mention that many cultivators were captured, directly leading to the extinction of the four family clans."

Hearing Lu Yujian’s words, Lin Chang’an’s expression became stern.

This Spirit Snake Island was not far from them, who would’ve thought such a significant event occurred during his time away?

"These Tribulation Cultivators are too rampant, are they not worried about attracting the attention of the Five Dragons Island patrol team?"

Lu Yujian spoke angrily, but upon hearing this, Lin Chang’an sighed inwardly.

It’s likely because Five Dragons Island was indulging them, perhaps even secretly encouraging them.

Considering the Tribulation Cultivators killed after the trade fair three years ago, and the previous incidents with the Wang Family, he was quite aware of the hegemonistic behavior of the Long Family on Five Dragons Island.

"With such peril, it seems we must be even more cautious and prudent during our outings in the future."

Feigning shock, Lin Chang’an nodded gravely.

Lu Yujian echoed this sentiment: "Indeed, Mr. Lin should also be careful these days."

Saying this, Lu Yujian hesitated briefly then spoke in a lowered voice:

"Mr. Lin, my mother received news, among the raging Tribulation Cultivators lately are remnants of the Ping, Feng, and Li three clans.

Though Mr. Lin wasn’t involved back then, it’s best to be cautious now, our Lu Family has already upped its guard."

Faced with Lu Yujian’s well-meant reminder, Lin Chang’an nodded quietly, thinking him sincere.

"Thank you, Mr. Lu, for the reminder. I endeavor solely in cultivation and have no interest in these so-called power struggles."

Lin Chang’an also transmitted a message, expressing gratitude for the kind warning, yet he explained he had no desire to meddle in these affairs.

The two chatted for a while, and Lin Chang’an took the chance to inquire about recent events.

Sure enough, Tribulation Cultivators have been menacing the seas, and although Five Dragons Island had sent out patrols, their numbers were too sparse to effectively protect.

This caused significant anxiety among many Cultivator Clans, prompting them to raise their vigilance.

...

After Lu Yujian left, Lin Chang’an also returned to his abode.

This time his outing took quite a while, nearly half a year, mainly because he encountered a freshly advanced Tier Three Yin Spirit Yaksha.

Not wanting to miss the chance, he spent over a month using an array to wear it down before finally eliminating it.

The yield was quite substantial, a rare profit for eliminating a Yin Spirit.

"About Old Hu though."

Looking at the Sound Recording Jade Talisman left inside the abode’s array, Lin Chang’an chuckled, shaking his head.

[Old Lin, I’m telling you, I found traces of a Tier Three Demon Beast this time. Based on my observation, this Demon Beast is injured, wait for my good news.]

The jade talisman echoed with Old Hu’s excited voice, prompting Lin Chang’an to nod inwardly.

The biggest issue with Tier Three Demon Beasts is their difficulty, as most of them from the Demon Beast Abyss are social creatures.

However, this also leads to territorial disputes.

"An opportunity arises with an injured Tier Three Demon Beast, yet the Phoenix Cry Bird’s breakthrough remains the priority."

Lin Chang’an sighed lightly, knowing that a successful breakthrough for the Phoenix Cry Bird would make hunting Tier Three Demon Beasts much easier.

On one hand, there was an opportunity to hunt an injured Tier Three Demon Beast; on the other, a Tier Three Spirit Pet with a breakthrough pending.

Everyone knew the better choice.

"A Tier Three Spirit Pet protector would significantly enhance my chances for Core Formation."

Lin Chang’an could even fully practice the Three-Turns Condensing Pill Formulas.

With this realization, Lin Chang’an’s eyes sparkled. He previously considered the high price of Tier Three Demon Pills, noting the dangers and difficulties in finding suitable prey.

This might lead to practicing only the first or second turn of the Three-Turns Condensing Pill Formulas.

But the Phoenix Cry Bird’s breakthrough provided him hope.

"If I practice the full Three-Turns Condensing Pill Formulas and possess upper-grade Core Formation Spiritual Objects, forming a True Pill isn’t impossible."

Previously, Lin Chang’an contemplated forming a Fake Pill if needed, to later plan for Pill Formation.

"First, I’ll make a visit to Profound Sound Pavilion."

With this thought, Lin Chang’an tidied up inside his abode and then turned to leave.

However, he first made a quick stop at Old Hu’s abode, leaving behind a Sound Recording Jade Talisman.

Stating that he recently had insights from his cultivation, and if he couldn’t catch up in time, it would be a pity.