Longevity: My Talents Are a Bit Abundant-Chapter 484: Spirit Pill of Longevity

Li Ying’an fell into contemplation.

After a while, he slowly said, "Two sets of Life-Extension Pill materials."

"In the entire Hundred Herbs Sect, there are only two complete sets of materials for the Life-Extension Pill."

"If Mr. Shen is unwilling, the deal is off."

Shen Xuan stared at Li Ying’an.

Suddenly, he smiled.

"Alright, two sets it is. Since True Master Li has asked, I, as the junior, will follow through."

Li Ying’an asked, "How shall we trade?"

Shen Xuan took out a Jade Scroll.

"The formula for the Cold Jade Pill, I have imprinted it here. And the materials for the Life-Extension Pill?"

Li Ying’an’s lips moved slightly, transmitting a message to his disciple through his Divine Soul.

Zhou Yunhe, after hearing it, clasped his fists in salute and left using his Cloud-Piercing Shuttle.

"I have sent my disciple back to the sect to fetch the materials for the Life-Extension Pill."

"However, how will you prove the authenticity of this formula?"

"Do not be anxious, True Master Li. I will naturally prove it to you." Shen Xuan explained with a smile.

He began to seek guidance from Li Ying’an on the techniques for refining the Life-Extension Pill.

Li Ying’an did not hold back.

He began from the blending of materials, controlling the fire during alchemy, the timing for opening the furnace to solidify pills, and so on.

Among them, controlling the fire was the most critical.

Many steps in alchemy are entirely dependent on experience to grasp the timing and control of the fire.

It can only be understood intuitively, not conveyed in words.

Moreover, Shen Xuan is a Water Technique Alchemist.

Which makes it even more challenging to master.

Li Ying’an took it upon himself to show off.

He explained many secrets of refining the Life-Extension Pill.

Shen Xuan listened intently as if he were enchanted.

[Life-Extension Pill: Mastery (128/400)]

Shen Xuan had refined Life Extension Pills for more than three years.

His skill proficiency for the Life-Extension Pill had increased by only slightly more than a hundred points.

Each refinement of a Life Extension Pill could only increase one to two points.

At this moment, listening to Li Ying’an’s insights into alchemy.

Only two or three hours had passed.

And his proficiency had increased by more than seven points.

Equivalent to refining three or four Life Extension Pills.

"Indeed, having an inheritance in alchemy is beneficial."

"If guided by a famous master, one advances much faster."

Even if it is Fire Technique Alchemy.

The techniques and secrets are beneficial to Shen Xuan as well.

At this time, Zhou Yunhe returned.

He handed two Jade Boxes to Li Ying’an.

"May I see Mr. Shen’s Cold Jade Pill formula, to confirm its authenticity?"

The Jade Boxes opened, and inside were two complete sets of Life-Extension Pill materials.

Shen Xuan had refined them before.

So he recognized them at a glance.

"True Master Li, please take a look."

Shen Xuan opened the restrictions on the Jade Scroll and pushed it in front of Li Ying’an.

Li Ying’an scanned it with his Divine Sense and nodded secretly.

With his top-level alchemical expertise, he naturally could distinguish authenticity.

The possibility of this being an authentic Cold Jade Pill formula was very high.

However, to be on the safe side,

Li Ying’an still asked, "Mr. Shen, how do you prove this formula is real?"

Shen Xuan said with a smile, "Today, I have gained guidance from True Master Li, for which I am deeply grateful."

"As a token of my appreciation, I present this inheritance of the Cold Jade Pill formula to True Master Li."

Shen Xuan once again handed over an Inheritance Jade Scroll.

"Oh, Fire Technique Alchemy inheritance?"

Li Ying’an scanned it with his Divine Sense and showed a smile.

Although he could deduce the Cold Jade Pill’s manufacturing method from the Purifying Foundation Pill techniques,

having this now saves a lot of effort and time, so why not?

"Indeed, this formula is genuine."

The two of them took a Heavenly Dao vow not to disclose this transaction to others.

Then, the transaction was completed.

Shen Xuan obtained two sets of materials for the Life-Extension Pill, finally able to fulfill the promise made to the Bai family’s patriarch.

Li Ying’an received the Cold Jade Pill formula and alchemy inheritance, feeling joyful.

"True Master Li, if given the opportunity, I hope to seek guidance on Golden Transformation Pill techniques in the future."

Before leaving, Shen Xuan said with a smile.

"Certainly. If Mr. Shen carries valuable spiritual objects, I would consider it."

"Of course."

After saluting Li Ying’an, Shen Xuan nodded towards Zhou Yunhe.

He pointed to the Grand River behind him.

"Open!"

The river split open, forming a passage.

Shen Xuan leaped down.

The river closed once more.

Zhou Yunhe looked towards the Grand River.

There was no trace of Shen Xuan.

"Such impressive Water Escape Technique and Water Repelling Technique, could it be perfection?"

From behind, Li Ying’an’s voice came.

"Not just that! If I haven’t guessed wrong, this person has additional protective means, enough to handle the two of us master and apprentice."

"No way!"

Zhou Yunhe asked in disbelief, "Master, aren’t you a True Pill True Master?"

"This person is merely a late-stage Foundation Establishment cultivator."

Li Ying’an scolded with a cold voice.

"Do not speak recklessly!"

"This person came prepared, surely with one or two ways to protect himself and ensure survival."

"If I am not mistaken, this person’s flesh body is extremely powerful; he should have achieved Body Refining Great Success and advanced to a Dharma Realm Body Refining Master."

Zhou Yunhe gasped.

"A Dharma Realm Body Refining Master, Water Technique Alchemist, proficient in Ice Techniques, Master, this person in the future..."

Zhou Yunhe glanced at his master’s expression before cautiously continuing, "This person, in the future, can condense a True Pill?"

"True Pill?"

Li Ying’an sighed deeply.

"Not to mention a True Pill, it’s likely there is a chance for a Golden Core too!"

Upon hearing this, Zhou Yunhe was greatly shaken.

It was the first time he heard his master suggest that a Foundation Establishment cultivator might condense a Golden Core.

"Cyan Cloud Sect’s Shen Xuan."

Zhou Yunhe quietly memorized the name of Shen Xuan in his heart.

...

Spring Breeze Island, the warmth of the Alchemy Room still lingered.​

Shen Xuan cast a spell to solidify a pill.

Threads of refined Ice Spiritual Power were injected into the Spirit Pill Liquid.

"Solidify!"

After opening the furnace, the fragrance of the medicine was overwhelming.

Shen Xuan beckoned with his hand.

Two Life-Extension Pills, emitting a brilliant multicolored Spiritual Light, flew into his palm.

The patterns on the surface of the pills were clear. The Spiritual Light emitted subtly transformed into an aura of auspiciousness.

This is the unique phenomenon of the Life-Extension Pill.

"Ultimately, I still couldn’t refine a high-quality Life-Extension Pill."

Shen Xuan sighed softly.

More than a year had passed since he returned from Lu Country.

He carefully prepared, fasted and bathed, avoided greasy food, nurtured his body, bathed in incense, and dressed neatly.

Make all necessary preparations.

Refine the materials for two sets of Life-Extending Pills.

Two pills per set, yielding four Life-Extending Pills.

The quality is much better than those refined at the Wei Family on White Crane Island back in the day.

Yet there is still quite a gap from high-quality.

"The ten-year agreement is nearing; it’s about time to visit Bai Family Stronghold."

Glanced at the lifespan.

[Lifespan: 146/380]

This period, the practice has been too intense, costing another two years of lifespan.

Shen Xuan walked out of the Alchemy Room.

At the door, the maid Bai Xiao Meng presented a greeting card.

"Pill Master Zheng has returned home."

Shen Xuan thought for a moment.

"Xiao Meng, make a trip for me. Go to Pill Master Zheng’s residence and say that I will visit tomorrow."

"Yes, Master."

Bai Xiao Meng bowed and quickly left.

Shen Xuan strolled behind the Cave Mansion to the courtyard.

Chen Hui Xue was cultivating, her whole body’s Spiritual Power was harmonious and flowing smoothly, her delicate figure emitting waves of Profound Ice coldness.

At this moment, she was only twenty-five years old, already at Qi Cultivation Sixth Layer.

Shen Xuan shook his head.

Comparisons are odious.

Looking at Chen Hui Xue’s progress, in two more years, she’ll break through to the Late Stage of Qi Cultivation.

This is the result of deliberately restraining her progress.

If everything goes smoothly.

Chen Hui Xue could achieve Qi Cultivation Perfection and build a Dao Foundation before turning forty.

Moreover, the possibility of an Upper Grade Dao Foundation is high.

"Master Shen!"

After completing her cultivation, Chen Hui Xue saw Shen Xuan arrive and smiled sweetly, calling out endearingly.

Her joy was heartfelt.

"Cultivate well. Build a solid foundation, don’t just seek speed."

Shen Xuan said sternly.

With hands behind his back, he leisurely walked out of the backyard.

Behind him, Chen Hui Xue stuck out her pink tongue, making a playful face at him.

Her face was full of a self-satisfied look. 𝕗𝐫𝐞𝕖𝕨𝐞𝗯𝚗𝕠𝘃𝐞𝚕.𝐜𝗼𝚖

Not long ago, Shen Xuan quickly mentioned his Foundation Establishment at eighty.

The intent was to use it as a warning to Chen Hui Xue, advising her to slow down, practice prudently.

However, Chen Hui Xue’s focus left him quite helpless.

"Ah, Master Shen, doesn’t that mean you are over a hundred years old?"

Shen Xuan glanced at Chen Hui Xue.

Chen Hui Xue didn’t fear at all.

She had long found out that this Master Shen, though appearing serious, was indeed a nice person.

This could be seen in Bai Xiao Meng.

"Master Shen, how old exactly are you? Are you over one hundred fifty?"

"Approximately."

"Ah, Master Shen, you are so old!"

Chen Hui Xue pretended to be shocked.

Shen Xuan left angrily.

He was only one hundred forty-six years old.

Is that really old?

Compared to his lifespan of three hundred eighty, he was merely middle-aged.

Moreover, with the breakthrough in Realm Cultivation, he could increase his lifespan.

Plus, Life-Extending Pills he could still take.

Upon Foundation Establishment Perfection, even with practicing Dragon Blood Boiling, losing some lifespan, he could surpass four hundred years.

"This girl, really speaks without reservations!"

...

The next day.

Shen Xuan visited Pill Master Zheng.

They discussed tea and the Alchemy Dao.

Currently, Pill Master Zheng had already known from Chen family’s ancestor that Shen Xuan was an outstanding Water Technique Alchemist.

No longer haughty in attitude.

Humbly seeking advice on various alchemy doubts.

"This humble one is merely a Water Technique Alchemist, not adept at Fire Technique Refining."

"In front of Elder Zheng, Shen can speak freely, let’s just consider it mutual exploration."

Shen Xuan said modestly.

"No, Master Shen is too modest!"

The conversation flowed easily.

One with heartfelt guidance.

One with humble inquiries.

Their exchange in Alchemy Dao was pleasant and insightful.

Shen Xuan’s thoughts were free-roaming.

Many ideas left Pill Master Zheng impressed and gained greatly.

When explaining alchemy experiences, Shen Xuan occasionally had sudden inspirations and achievements.

It felt like revisiting old knowledge and summarizing improvements.

"Therefore, among peers, there should be more exchange!"

One’s companions are like mentors and friends.

Communicating and practicing together.

Opening up new ideas, breaking barriers.

Especially for Pill Master Zheng.

His alchemy skills were self-taught.

Many methods were merely mimicry.

Understanding the results but not the reasons.

Through interaction with Shen Xuan, he developed a systematic understanding.

"I am fortunate to meet someone like Master Shen!"

Pill Master Zheng sighed.

"Elder Zheng overpraises! I felt we hit it off instantly, a meeting of minds. We are each other’s opportunity."

"Ha ha!"

Pill Master Zheng softly chuckled.

Seeing it was late.

Shen Xuan finally broached the topic of Mu Ling’Er.

"Elder Zheng, I and Immortal Mu are considered close friends. I want to ask if she is well?"

Shen Xuan’s attitude was sincere and genuine.

"Master Shen, don’t worry about Ling’Er. The Mu family’s ancestor has resurfaced, under his guidance, Ling’Er’s marriage with the Xu family was amicably annulled."

"Ling’Er follows the ancestor, diving into secluded cultivation."

Pill Master Zheng spoke with a somewhat meaningful tone.

"That’s good."

Shen Xuan said with a smile: "Regardless of what the future holds, I still hope Immortal Mu can live as she wishes."

"Certainly."

Pill Master Zheng nodded with a smile.

Achieving his purpose, Shen Xuan took his leave.

Before departing, Shen Xuan informed Pill Master Zheng that he would be going on a long journey.

Duration possibly three to five months.

Asked Pill Master Zheng to occasionally look after Chen Hui Xue and Bai Xiao Meng.

Ensure they won’t be bullied.

Pill Master Zheng readily agreed.

...

Late night.

Practice Room.

Shen Xuan refined a small piece of Demon Flood Dragon Demon Core, gently completing his cultivation.

[Talent: Dragon Blood Boiling Great Success (1518/1600)]