Longevity: My Talents Are a Bit Abundant-Chapter 421: Reaping the Benefits

True Master Cold Jade inquired.

Since she was to make an appearance, the spiritual objects presented must not be of inferior grade.

Otherwise, it would damage her reputation as a True Master.

"Disciple still has some good items."

Having said that, a large pile of items flew out from Shen Xuan’s Storage Pouch.

Over a thousand Thunder Spirit Pearls, shining brilliantly.

These were recently exchanged from Gu Jinqin and the Wu sisters using Cold Jade Pills.

Even for his junior sisters, he wouldn’t give away Cold Jade Pills for free.

He understood the principle of resentment from excessive generosity.

The Wu sisters thought they had gotten a great bargain.

They sweetly called him "Third Senior Brother", sounding particularly affectionate.

In truth, the two of them laboriously refined Thunder Spirit Pearls.

Quite a portion of the profits flowed into Shen Xuan’s pocket.

"Just these?"

True Master Cold Jade was unimpressed.

Thunder Spirit Pearls, as single-use thunder explosion magical treasures, were limited in power.

At her level, they naturally did not attract much interest.

"Master, please be patient."

The Thunder Spirit Pearls were retracted.

In their place, one by one, exquisite [Nine Heavens Divine Thunder Talismans] appeared.

Ninety-nine, forming a Thunder Talisman Spirit Array, flickering with azure lightning, emitting an intimidating rumble of thunder.

"This is a Thunder Talisman Spirit Array created by the disciple, capable of attacking a single target at once."

True Master Cold Jade’s Divine Sense swept over them, subtly nodding in approval.

"This is not bad. It has the power of a top-grade magical treasure."

Shen Xuan was secretly pleased.

In addition to Alchemy, he hadn’t neglected his talisman making skills.

These exquisite [Nine Heavens Divine Thunder Talismans] were all meticulously crafted by himself.

In fact, a Thunder Talisman Flying Array formed from ordinary [Nine Heavens Divine Thunder Talismans] could already threaten Foundation Establishment Perfection.

"Is there more?"

"There is more."

A chillingly sharp top-grade Flying Sword floated before Shen Xuan.

This sword was obtained from Fake Pill True Master Lu Zhanpeng.

As a Fake Pill True Master, without a spiritual artifact, he could only use top-grade magical treasures.

Lu Zhanpeng’s Lifebound Flying Sword was quite sharp and had a water attribute.

If it weren’t for the Ice Soul Divine Sword being nurtured for a long time with True Master Cold Jade’s Elixir Core, its potential limitless,

Shen Xuan would have been reluctant to bring out this top-grade Flying Sword for trade.

"The Flying Sword is passable."

To True Master Cold Jade, a "passable" was considered high praise.

"The final item would be Master’s masterpiece!"

In front of Shen Xuan, several Spirit Pill bottles flew out, all containing Cold Jade Pills.

"Master, the Core Formation seeds from other sects are in much need of this."

Shen Xuan said with a smile.

Even though the formula for Cold Jade Pills had been offered up.

Those sects still needed time to purchase herbs and have their Pill Masters carry out trials, among other things.

Even if they managed to refine them, they would need to be exchanged based on sect contributions.

Undoubtedly, supply would not meet demand.

Core Formation seeds would similarly compete fiercely.

Gaining a step is like gaining miles.

These Cold Jade Pills are currently the most sought-after cultivation spiritual objects for Core Formation seeds, with no worry about finding buyers.

The Thunder Spirit Pearls, exquisite Thunder Talismans, top-grade Flying Sword, and Cold Jade Pills that Shen Xuan brought forth were all strategic religious objects of the sect.

Without the right connections, even with an abundance of Spirit Stones, they couldn’t be bought.

"Master, your disciple also has two Demon Cores that can be brought out for trade."

The Demon Cores from the Invisible Demon Shark and the Ice Mountain Bear King, respectively Tier Two Upper Grade and Tier Two Top Grade.

These can be used as raw materials for many rare Spirit Pills.

There was one more treasure, yet Shen Xuan did not bring it forth.

That was the corpse of a sacred tortoise, with thirteen pieces of tortoise shell.

Those are Tier Three materials.

Shen Xuan was reluctant to trade them away.

True Master Cold Jade smiled, agreeing to Shen Xuan’s request.

She holds high expectations for this disciple in whom she has invested so much.

As long as it does not damage her reputation as a True Master, she is willing to lend support.

...

Returning to the Cave Mansion, Shen Xuan pondered again about the Gan River Secret Realm.

Ultimately, he shook his head.

Shen Xuan considered himself to be among the top in the Cyan Cloud Sect’s Core Formation seeds.

If it were only about cultivation and Daoist techniques, Shen Xuan might be slightly inferior.

After all, he was only at the sixth level of Foundation Establishment.

However, he had many cards up his sleeve.

Purple Gold True Water Seal, River and Sea Map, Ice Soul Divine Sword, Golden Light Staff, Thunder Talisman Flying Array, Thunder Spirit Pearls, and more.

The real trump cards were the Divine Thunder Treasure Talisman and the True Spirit Transformation.

Fake Pill True Master Lu Zhanpeng, caught off guard, fell at Shen Xuan’s hands, thanks in no small part to these two major trump cards.

However, among the seven major sects of Song Country, Cyan Cloud Sect was originally in the third tier.

Profound Celestial Sect and Golden Sun Sect were far ahead.

Divine Sword Sect and Beast Emperor Pavilion held a slight edge.

Cyan Cloud Sect, Medicine God Valley, and Thousand Mechanism Sect made up the last tier.

In terms of sect strength, the overall strength of Cyan Cloud Sect’s Core Formation seeds was slightly stronger than those of Medicine God Valley and Thousand Mechanism Sect in Song Country’s seven sects.

Currently, the strength of Cyan Cloud Sect vaguely surpasses Medicine God Valley and Thousand Mechanism Sect, and it’s catching up with Beast Emperor Pavilion and Divine Sword Sect.

Even if Shen Xuan holds a leading position among the Cyan Cloud Sect’s Core Formation seeds, it’s still not secure.

The treasures of Gan River Secret Realm were not something Shen Xuan didn’t want.

He just didn’t want to risk his life to acquire them.

He now possesses substantial wealth.

With his talisman making skills at hand.

His main requirement is still Tier Three Water Demon Essence Blood.

Yet, the Gan River Secret Realm is merely a Tier Two secret realm, with a very low possibility of harboring a Tier Three Demon King.

Other treasures, such as Tier Two Top Grade Water Demon Essence Blood, Core Formation Spiritual Objects, longevity treasures, and the like, are needed.

But it hasn’t reached the point of risking life for them.

He is now a Tier Two Top Grade Pill Master.

With Li Ruyi, a former Tier Three Pill Master, by his side.

She has recalled most of her Tier Three Pill Master inheritance.

Even by following standard procedures, Shen Xuan could advance through grinding the Alchemy Dao, refining Spirit Pills, and trading various cultivation resources.

Steadily cultivating to reach Foundation Establishment Perfection should pose no major issue.

In thirty years, the Dao-Demon war will erupt once more.

As part of the new batch of Core Formation seeds, whether in alchemy or slaying demons, Shen Xuan is confident he can rank among the top for sect achievements.

Theoretically, he is assured of obtaining a Golden Transformation Pill reward.

Thinking this way, Shen Xuan still decided to play it cautiously.

As long as Cyan Cloud Sect stands and True Master Cold Jade remains alive.

Breaking through Core Formation is a sure thing for him.

If he’s lucky, there’s hope for a Golden Core as well.

There’s no need to take risks.

...

A month later.

The True Masters’ conference made a decision.

The candidates for training in the Gan Shui Secret Realm were announced.

There are twenty spots, most of them are direct disciples of True Masters.

Among the ordinary disciples, there are three.

"One from each of the seventeen peaks, and three ordinary disciples, is this a coincidence?"

Shen Xuan glanced at the Intelligence Jade Scroll and then tossed it aside.

In this world, how many coincidences are there really?

It’s clearly pre-determined.

If Shen Xuan participates, one of the three ordinary disciples will be reduced.

He walked out of the cave mansion and went to the alchemy room.

Li Ruyi was diligently refining Cold Jade Pill.

While refining, she explained to Liu Bingyu beside her.

Two alchemy apprentices, Ding Qing Feng and Shangguan Ming Yue, listened in a trance.

Although they didn’t understand at all, they could only rote memorize.

"Senior Brother, you’re here!"

Liu Bingyu came forward to greet him.

Shen Xuan smiled and said, "How is it, have you learned to refine the Cold Jade Pill?"

Liu Bingyu’s pretty face blushed slightly, with a hint of resentment in her tone.

"Sister Ruyi said she’s a Fire Cultivator, so what she teaches might not be entirely correct. If you teach me, it would work better!"

Shen Xuan chuckled, "That’s just Fellow Daoist Li being modest. How can my alchemy accomplishments compare to Fellow Daoist Li’s!"

Shen Xuan didn’t refuse to teach Liu Bingyu.

It just takes too much time and effort.

Liu Bingyu doesn’t have any foundation in alchemy.

Jumping straight to Cold Jade Pill refinement, there are countless mistakes and misunderstandings.

Alchemy is a meticulous task.

Especially special Spirit Pills like the Cold Jade Pill.

Ten steps, over a hundred spells, even one mistake or ineffectiveness leads to failure.

This is why special Spirit Pills aren’t suitable for Giant Furnace Refining.

Giant Furnace Refining can only produce standardized, common goods.

"Senior Brother is busy lately. I’ll teach you when I have time."

Shen Xuan said perfunctorily.

Then, he informed Li Ruyi of his purpose.

"Fellow Daoist Li, my master and I will be going out for a while."

"You and Junior Sister stay inside Cold Jade Peak, don’t leave for any reason."

Shen Xuan advised solemnly.

Cold Jade Peak has a protective array.

Even True Masters in the sect can’t break in quickly.

"I understand," said Li Ruyi with a smile, bowing in salute.

She and Shen Xuan are in a collaborative relationship.

Compared to True Masters’ direct disciples in the Spirit Pill Hall, Shen Xuan is very easygoing.

Li Ruyi can cultivate when she wants, refine pills when she feels like it.

Shen Xuan never interferes.

They have privately confessed to each other.

Shen Xuan emphasized that he values the joint research in Alchemy Dao, growing together.

Hoping they can become true partners.

Rather than superficially harmonious while secretly engaging in deceit and trickery.

His goal remains unchanged, to achieve Core Formation, ensuring at least a True Pill, striving for a Golden Core.

Given Li Ruyi’s understanding of Shen Xuan.

With Shen Xuan’s strong statement, he must have confidence.

Thus, Li Ruyi also held nothing back, giving her all to Shen Xuan.

"How long will you be away?"

"At most half a year."

Shen Xuan smiled and said, "When I come back, I’ll need to prepare for the Foundation Establishment Pill. By then, I’ll be troubling Fellow Daoist Li again."

Li Ruyi smiled sweetly, "Then my debt can be reduced somewhat, no?"

"Naturally."

They shared a knowing smile.

Li Ruyi has also come to accept it.

The more you owe, the more valuable you are.

"By the way, my master and I plan to visit the newly discovered Gan Shui Secret Realm."

"Do you need anything? Perhaps I can trade Cold Jade Pill for it."

"In that case, I’ll write you a list."

Li Ruyi took out a blank Jade Scroll, imprinting some item information.

Those items are all supplies for Nether Cultivators.

Shen Xuan glanced at it briefly and put it away.

Liu Bingyu asked from the side, "Senior Brother, and for me?"

"You?"

Shen Xuan laughed, "Junior Sister, stay on Cold Jade Peak and protect your Sister Ruyi."

"When Senior Brother returns, he’ll have a surprise for you!"

Liu Bingyu’s face turned a rosy hue, "Senior Brother, you said it. If there’s no surprise, Bingyu won’t accept it!"

"There definitely will be!"

Shen Xuan replied offhandedly.

"Fellow Daoist Shen."

Li Ruyi pondered for a moment, then spoke, "Can I accompany you?"

"Accompany? Fellow Daoist Li, don’t worry. With Junior Sister on Cold Jade Peak, no one dares trespass."

Shen Xuan assumed that Li Ruyi was concerned about her safety.

"No, I just remembered that the name Gan Shui Secret Realm sounds familiar."

Shen Xuan was surprised, "The secret realm that appeared in Gan Shui County under the jurisdiction of the Profound Celestial Sect, you’ve been there before?"

Li Ruyi furrowed her brows, pondering for a long while.

Ultimately, she let out a soft sigh.

"I can’t fully recall. However, the Gan Shui Secret Realm does ring a bell."

Shen Xuan contemplated for a moment.

"Alright, I’ll report to my master. If he agrees, you can join us."

If Li Ruyi could recover more memories, it would be beneficial to him as well.

Shen Xuan left the alchemy room and went to the Grotto Heaven Blessed Land, receiving True Master Cold Jade’s approval.

He informed Li Ruyi of the news, advising her to get ready.

Returning to the cave mansion, Su Xue’Er approached, handing him a note of visit.

"It’s him?"

"What business does he have with me this time?"

Looking at the name on the note, Shen Xuan was slightly taken aback.