Record of a Demon's Cultivation-Chapter 568: The Unexpected Nascent Soul Cultivator

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"Since Fellow Daoist does not have the Purple Ginseng, I'm curious what pill you intend to refine by inviting me here?" Song Wen asked.

He had heard from Chu Lingyun that there was no Purple Ginseng, which made him feel a hint of disappointment. However, learning that the Illusory Spirit Valley, controlled by the Two-Element Sect, held this herb, he felt there was still some gain in the information.

At this moment, Song Wen's heart began to stir with a growing sense of murderous intent.

Chu Lingyun was only about ten feet away, and with such close proximity, Song Wen felt confident he could strike with a killing blow if he chose to.

However, just as Song Wen was about to make his move, Chu Lingyun spoke, and his murderous intent immediately dissipated.

"As for the refining of the pill, I was entrusted by a senior, and it would be better if this senior personally explained the details to you."

Upon hearing this, Song Wen's pupils contracted slightly, and he had a bad feeling rising in his heart.

From Chu Lingyun's words, it was clear that there was another person on this island—a Nascent Soul cultivator.

Chu Lingyun then turned to one of the walls and quickly performed a series of hand seals.

A formation on the wall activated, and a stone door slowly revealed itself.

The stone door opened, leading to another hidden chamber.

"Senior Cui Yan, the third-grade alchemist has arrived. Please show yourself."

As the stone door opened, a figure flickered, and an elderly man, with a gaunt and shriveled appearance, appeared.

Song Wen quickly bowed and greeted the elder.

"I am Ji Yin, paying respects to Senior."

Song Wen recalled that when he was on Yaotai Island searching for Xu Geng's soul, he had purchased some intelligence about the Cui family, which mentioned Cui Yan as a Nascent Soul cultivator in his early stages.

Song Wen was confused as to why Chu Lingyun, an inner elder of Wu Ji Island, would privately interact with a Nascent Soul cultivator from the Cui family.

Cui Yan's gaze scrutinized Song Wen.

"You're only at the early stage of Golden Core?"

His tone held clear skepticism, and he was evidently displeased with Song Wen's cultivation level.

Song Wen responded, "Yes, my cultivation is indeed at the early stage of Golden Core."

Cui Yan turned to Chu Lingyun and said, "With his cultivation level, it seems unlikely he can refine the 'Hundred Flowers Detox Pill.'"

Chu Lingyun reassured, "Senior, please rest assured. Since I invited Ji Yin, I have full confidence in his alchemical skills."

Cui Yan nodded slightly and then turned to Song Wen.

"Since Chu Lingyun trusts you, I will give you a chance. You've heard, I am refining the 'Hundred Flowers Detox Pill.' Do you have confidence in it?"

The Hundred Flowers Detox Pill was a rare pill with a very narrow use; it could only detoxify the poison of Nether Fire. As such, it was very hard to find in any alchemy markets.

"I can give it a try." Song Wen replied.

He knew clearly in his heart that although Cui Yan appeared polite, if Song Wen failed to refine the pill, Cui Yan would surely turn hostile.

The difficulty of refining the Hundred Flowers Detox Pill was not very high among third-grade pills. Even though Song Wen had never refined it before, he had the refining techniques from Yu Jiao and was confident he could succeed.

TL/N: Yu Jiao, refer to Chapter 497.

"Good, then you may begin refining. But if you fail, do not blame me for being harsh." Cui Yan said, handing Song Wen a storage bag filled with ingredients for the pill. Then he disappeared back into the stone house, likely returning to the adjacent room.

The storage bag contained the three essential herbs needed for refining the Hundred Flowers Detox Pill.

"Please refine the pill as soon as possible. It is extremely important to both me and Senior Cui." Chu Lingyun said.

"Rest assured, Daoist Chu, I will do my best." Song Wen replied.

"Thank you. I leave it to you." Chu Lingyun said.

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Seven days later.

Song Wen emerged from the leftmost stone house, holding a jade bottle in his hand.

Approaching Chu Lingyun's house, he loudly announced.

"Daoist Chu, I am pleased to report that I have successfully refined the Hundred Flowers Detox Pill as ordered."

The stone door of the room opened, and Chu Lingyun and his son walked out.

Song Wen was surprised to see that much of the demonic qi on Chu Lingyun had been dispelled.

"Given Chu Lingyun's cultivation level, it's unlikely he could dispel the Gui Yuan Qi so quickly unless someone is helping him. Could it be Cui Yan?" Song Wen speculated to himself.

Chu Lingyun asked, "How many pills did you refine in total?"

Song Wen handed over the jade bottle in his hand, "Ten pills."

With the three sets of spiritual herbs, Song Wen managed to refine two batches, with five pills in each batch.

After checking the pills in the jade bottle, Chu Lingyun smiled broadly.

"As expected, as my son said, your alchemy skills are impressive."

He then took out a storage bag from his sleeve.

"Here are five hundred medium-grade spirit stones, as compensation for your efforts."

As soon as Song Wen received the storage bag, Cui Yan emerged.

Without hesitation, he took the jade bottle from Chu Lingyun and examined it. After a moment, he nodded in satisfaction and put it away.

Cui Yan turned to Chu Lingyun, "Now that the pills are ready, let's set off for Misty Island immediately."

He then turned to Song Wen, "Just in time, we are short on hands. You should come with us as well."

There was an undeniable tone in Cui Yan's voice, making it clear that it was not a suggestion but an order.

Song Wen naturally did not want to get involved.

After all, even Cui Yan, a Nascent Soul cultivator, felt the need to prepare detoxification pills before going to Misty Island, which suggested that the mission they were undertaking would be highly dangerous. freёweɓnovel.com

Song Wen hesitated, his face showing reluctance as he spoke.

"Senior Cui, I have other matters to attend to, so..."

Before Song Wen could finish his sentence, he noticed Cui Yan glaring coldly at him.

His tone suddenly changed.

"It is an honor to serve Senior Cui. I will do my best and not disappoint your trust."

Cui Yan's expression softened somewhat.

"By the way, I have a question. As an alchemist, you must know many others around Wu Ji Island. Do you know of any third-grade alchemists who specialize in raising spirit Gu?"

As soon as Cui Yan asked this, Chu Lingyun's gaze also sharpened, clearly waiting for Song Wen's answer.

It was apparent that Chu Lingyun and Cui Yan had communicated beforehand, and both were looking for someone who could control the Shadow Gu.

After some discussion, they had concluded that the person they were looking for was a late-stage Golden Core alchemist.

What they didn't realize was that the person they were looking for was standing right in front of them.

After all, Song Wen had only revealed himself to be at the early stage of Golden Core, which made it unlikely for him to be the same person they were searching for.

Song Wen replied, "I prefer solitude and am not skilled in socializing, so I don't know many alchemists. However, I have heard of a third-grade alchemist who raises spirit Gu."

Cui Yan, hearing this, looked a bit disappointed but didn't press further.

He raised his hand and summoned a flying ship, which then descended to the ground.

"Everyone, board the ship."

Song Wen took to the air and boarded the ship.

Chu Lingyun and his son also followed and boarded.

The flying ship was fast, and after half an hour, they arrived at Misty Island.

It was the middle of the day, with the sun shining brightly.

However, Misty Island was still shrouded in fog, and everything on the island appeared hazy.

(End of the Chapter)

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