Eternal Life from Talisman Painting-Chapter 194 - 141: Starting a Black Market

Gathering Immortals Tower.

"Brother Lin, you're really living the good life, a Tier Two Middle Grade Talisman Master, and having connections with Master Lu's talented disciples, truly enviable."

At the wine table, Hu Jin said with envy, but Lin Chang'an just smiled and shook his head.

"Old Hu, you're hiding pretty well yourself, with your artifact refining skills, and yet you still go out to hunt demon beasts."

"Brother Lin, please don't tease me."

When this was mentioned, Old Hu had a helpless look on his face, waving his hand repeatedly:

"With my skills, regular cultivation wouldn't be a problem, but you and I both have determined Dao hearts, seeking the great Dao, naturally unwilling to stop here. These resources aren't enough."

Lin Chang'an smiled and nodded; he indeed agreed on this point.

Old Hu's Tier Two Lower Grade artifact refining skills seemed impressive, but for a Mid-stage Foundation Establishment cultivator like him, it could make life comfortable, but if there was still a desire for advancement—

The spirit stones gathered weren't sufficient.

"Ever since Old Ning left, Old Jia's cultivation hasn't broken through in these two years, and his spirit has dimmed, leaving only me, Old Hu, and demon beast hunting has become challenging."

Hu Jin, usually carefree, had an exceptional determination in the pursuit of Dao, extremely resolute.

In all these years of conversations, at least Lin Chang'an had never seen Old Hu being negative even once.

His catchphrase was 'Old Hu here struggled to reach Foundation Establishment, isn't it a loss if I don't strive for that Golden Core Dao?'

"Brother Lin, you invited me for a drink today, you must have a favor to ask, just speak your mind, but as for a Tier Two wood attribute demon core, I truly don't have any, I've been recuperating these past two months."

Old Hu, a robust man, spread his hands with an innocent look, indicating it's not reluctance, but Tier Two demon beasts are difficult enough, not to mention wood attribute ones.

Difficult!

Upon seeing this, Lin Chang'an found it quite amusing, raised his glass for a toast, and then spoke:

"Old Hu, as you said, you and I are people unwilling to stop here, so today I invited you for a business deal."

"Business? Old Hu here doesn't quite get that stuff."

"Celestial Profound City is in turmoil, a beast tide is impending, and I, along with three to five friends, rely on networking..."

As Lin Chang'an explained the business to him, Old Hu's eyes lit up.

"Brother Lin, you really have a sharp mind; I almost forgot you have connections with Master Lu's two disciples in Celestial Profound City.

No one else dares to sell black goods, and who would dare trouble us in Celestial Profound City? Besides, we are buying them at a clearly marked price."

Compared to hunting demon beasts, fighting for life and death, running a business in the markets of Celestial Profound City is much safer, especially if it grows stably.

The profits from spirit stones would vastly surpass those from hunting demon beasts.

"It's just that this business is somewhat risky; things could go badly, resulting in total loss."

"Brother Lin, as you said, us loose cultivators always take risks when hunting demon beasts. What's the big deal?"

The more Old Hu listened, the more he became interested; in the end, he even patted his chest, candidly accepting that this risk was minor compared to fighting for survival.

Old Hu's straightforwardness made Lin Chang'an smile.

"Alright, in a few days, let's gather again to discuss the profit sharing."

Friendship is one thing, business is another, these are two separate matters.

Especially since he has connections in Celestial Profound City, naturally he should take a larger share.

"As for Old Jia, he's trustworthy, but as you know, he has a family with descendants, so he certainly can't risk too many spirit stones."

Lin Chang'an, hearing this, couldn't help but smile, waving his hand:

"The amount doesn't matter, what's important is dependability."

This Jia-named cultivator, he had also dealt with, a veteran Foundation Establishment cultivator.

Now, with Old Hu, Old Jia, and himself, there were already three Foundation Establishment cultivators, plus Yun Yao and her two friends.

Lin Chang'an calculated silently; six Foundation Establishment cultivators would be a formidable force outside.

Intimidating rogues wouldn't be a problem.

However, he still needed to visit Mr. Song, and even though Mr. Su was in seclusion, as well as Wu Yan, with whom he wasn't very familiar.

Unfamiliar as they might be, none of Master Lu's three disciples could be left out.

...

Treasures Tower.

"Tsk tsk, Brother Lin, aren't you being a bit distant? As long as the business follows the rules, rest assured."

Song Tingfeng patted his chest in assurance, while Lin Chang'an smiled and bowed.

These words might be true, but he couldn't offer them less than what was due.

In all interactions, there must be reciprocity.

In future business dealings, gifts would be sent monthly, fostering social connections.

They might not care about this, but it allowed him to maintain these connections.

After all, it had been two years since helping Celestial Profound City eliminate the tribulation cultivator and he had received compensation.

Past rapport would gradually fade with time.

"Mr. Song, it's not just for myself; it involves several friends, including a small token of respect for Seniors Wu and Su."

Upon hearing Lin Chang'an's words, Song Tingfeng was all smiles.

Profit isn't important; the key is the attitude and intention.

"It seems Mr. Lin has great faith in my Senior Sister Su's ability to reach Core Formation."

Song Tingfeng teased, Lin Chang'an's actions were almost like betting on Celestial Profound City's stability.

Mentioning Su Miaoyin, Lin Chang'an nodded seriously, looking a bit solemn.

"The array insights Mr. Su shared with me previously were invaluable. As a mere loose cultivator, having a stable place like Celestial Profound City for cultivation offers security."

Lin Chang'an expressed earnestly, and his words were indeed sincere.

The spiritual energy concentration in Celestial Profound City was dense; not just in Yue Kingdom, but even among the surrounding Seven Kingdoms, areas with such spiritual energy were controlled by powerful sects and clans.

Loose cultivators would find it difficult to locate a place with such rich spiritual energy as Celestial Profound City even if they cracked their heads.