Cultivation Starts with Rejuvenation

Li Ji'an explained its uses and methods of usage to him.

"Indeed, it's a Dao Artifact!" Golden Stone True Man impatiently took it in hand to study it.

"Deal!" Without further consideration, Golden Stone True Man gave a definitive reply.

"True Man is straightforward!" Li Ji'an cupped his hands in farewell.

Now, out of the seven Fake Pill True Men, three have been secured; only the critical last one remains.

The three elderly members close to the end of their lifespans, Li Ji'an doesn't have deep connections with them, and all three have long been in a state of having no desires nor aspirations. As for Master Xuanji of the Array Hall, who was previously implicated due to the Liu Family matter, has spent years in self-reflection, his heart nature increasingly clear, making him difficult to entice.

Logically speaking, being able to win over three individuals in such a short time means Li Ji'an has done his utmost, and with Xiao Changfeng's disposition and Elder Fang's background, it's possible he has supporters. The rest is up to fate.

However, Li Ji'an did not cease his efforts and once again headed towards the direction of the main peak.

Either remain uninvolved and watch from the sidelines, or once involved in the game, he must have the assurance of victory.

Before long, Li Ji'an saw Zhao Qi in the distance on the main peak, looking furious.

Compared to his graceful demeanor when assessing the batch of incoming disciples back then, Zhao Qi now appeared somewhat ferocious.

Li Ji'an could understand his feelings.

Originally, he could have attempted Core Formation twenty or thirty years ago, but to ensure a greater chance at forming a True Pill, he waited for the Sect to accumulate the richest Core Formation Spiritual Talent for him, causing his Core Formation to be delayed by more than twenty years.

In the end, when everything was ready, someone snatched it away.

However, no one was at fault; the Immortal Path values striving forward. Xiao Changfeng had every right to compete for Core Formation resources for his advancement in the Immortal Path, and Zhao Qi had every right to his rightful Core Formation resources.

It can only be said that circumstances went awry; fate toyed with them.

After Zhao Qi left the main hall, Li Ji'an presented his Identity Token to enter.

"What brings Young Li Alchemist here?" The three elders appeared recently persuaded by Zhao Qi, all showing faces of worry.

Facing the older generation nearing the end of their lifetimes, Li Ji'an could only offer his genuine sincerity: "Greetings, three elders. The younger generation seeks nothing but the safety of my virtuous younger brother, Changfeng."

"Changfeng possesses a kind heart and deep camaraderie. If he had known Senior Brother Zhao Qi would return, I believe he certainly wouldn't have accepted the Sect's Core Formation Spiritual Talent.

And now, being esteemed by Elder Fang and having high hopes placed on him by the Sect, he must be determined to not disappoint the Sect's nurturing.

At the crucial moment of attempting Core Formation, forcibly interrupting it would likely pose a threat to his life.

What crime has Changfeng committed to deserve such misfortune?

Moreover, even if Senior Brother Zhao Qi misses this Core Formation Spiritual Talent, at least there's hope for even better Core Formation resources in the future—who knows, bad luck may turn into good fortune?

The younger generation pleads with the three elders to reconsider!"

Watching Li Ji'an kneeling on the ground, the three elders exchanged glances, becoming even more conflicted.

Much of what Li Ji'an said is true and aligns with their main considerations.

However, the only mistake is, if this Core Formation Spiritual Talent is missed, it would be difficult to gather it again within a century, and with the intensifying situation in the Two Domains, it might not be possible to gather such abundant Core Formation Spiritual Talent in the coming centuries.

Were it not for this, they wouldn't hesitate.

In fact, the situation before them is quite clear: one, let nature take its course and allow Xiao Changfeng's Core Formation. With such ample Core Formation Spiritual Talent, the success of Core Formation is practically assured, though the quality of Core Formation remains uncertain, with potential for an upper limit being Lower Level True Pill.

Two, forcibly interrupt Xiao Changfeng's Core Formation—if he is already in the magical power accumulation phase, it might cause magical power disharmony, failed Core Formation, damaged Dao Foundation, and even death or destruction of the soul.

Three, if he is not at the critical phase, then it's fine;, retract the Core Formation Spiritual Talent, and wait for the Supreme Elder to decide upon return to the Sect.

However, in that case, the Core Formation Spiritual Talent is likely to revert to Zhao Qi.

Zhao Qi, using this Core Formation Spiritual Talent to form a pill, will probably at least achieve True Pill, and may even form Middle Level True Pill.

Above Middle Level True Pill, there's hope for pursuing Nascent Soul!