EBE Chapter 208 Preparations in Advance, Transactional Inheritance
Chapter 208 Preparations in Advance, Transactional Inheritance
The next six months.
Lin Changsheng once again completed the recruitment mission for the Nangong family.
A batch of high-quality second-tier magical runes were submitted.
However, this batch of talismans was accumulated by Lin Changsheng from his previous creations.
His astonishing success rate in creating runes meant that the probability of failure when creating second-tier runes was extremely low.
This time, it was like getting a large batch of Tier 2 talisman-making materials for free.
Its value is almost comparable to Lin Changsheng's income from making talismans over several years.
"The amount of strategic materials such as magical talismans being handed over is increasing."
Recently, Lin Changsheng inquired about the other cultivators in Thousand Crane Immortal City who possessed various skills.
As the scale of the war expanded, the burden on everyone's shoulders became heavier.
Even some cultivators whose skills were not particularly advanced spent a lot of time just trying to complete the Nangong family's task within the deadline.
It was precisely because of the large number of skilled cultivators that the Nangong family recruited them.
Strategic resources, especially elixirs, talismans, and magical artifacts, are mostly concentrated in the hands of powerful forces.
Very few are available on the market.
As a result, the prices of such items on the market have risen extremely rapidly, creating a situation where there is demand but no supply.
Lin Changsheng released a batch of first-tier magic talismans, which quickly sold out.
There is a shortage of supply, so there is no need to worry about the market.
In turbulent times, especially for independent cultivators without the support of a powerful family, who wouldn't want more means of self-defense and protection?
Lin Changsheng then released several batches of low-level spell talismans, exchanging them all for resources such as spirit stones.
At the same time, they also went on a large-scale acquisition of everything that might be useful, including materials and items.
Lin Changsheng understood that as the war escalated, his Changchun Peak might not remain peaceful forever.
He needed to be prepared for both possibilities, ensuring he had ample supplies so he could escape at any time should he be implicated.
The best approach is to take advantage of the current high prices and sell or cash out any unused talismans you have.
During this period, Lin Changsheng purchased several high-level spirit beast bags and herb pouches.
If you plan to move away from here and are unable to find a suitable temple within the next few years, you may have to wander for a period of time.
He needed several higher-quality spirit beast pouches to house his several demon beasts, as well as his new pet, the 'Bright Silver Insect'.
As for the Hundred Herbs Pouch, it is a storage treasure similar to a storage bag or a spirit beast bag. It has a huge internal space and is used in the cultivation world to store precious spiritual herbs and plants.
Considering that the spiritual tree nurtured by the seed is closely related to the main cultivation technique, Evergreen Technique, if the relocation is to take place, it is only natural that this tree will need to be transplanted.
"I wonder if transplanting the spirit tree will have any impact on it."
Lin Changsheng felt somewhat worried.
As the saying goes, a tree dies when transplanted, but a person thrives.
The sacred tree has grown here for many years and is accustomed to the local climate, soil, and water quality.
If the location changes, the temperature, soil, and water quality will change, and the spirit tree may become weak or even wither and die.
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Changchun Peak Dojo.
Lin Changsheng stood by the lake, carefully observing the sacred tree.
In recent years, the growth of the spirit tree has been slow.
Apart from the growth of branches and leaves, the growth of the main trunk has almost stopped.
But whenever Lin Changsheng approached the spirit tree, he could feel his internal magical power becoming unusually active.
One could even faintly sense a joyful feeling emanating from the spirit tree.
Lin Changsheng wasn't too surprised by this.
He has discovered a pattern.
The growth rate of the spirit tree seems to be closely related to his cultivation level.
As long as I make a breakthrough, this spirit tree will experience a period of rapid growth.
In the lake, the carp, which had grown to over ten feet long, thrashed about in the water, begging Lin Changsheng for food.
At this time, after being fed by Lin Changsheng for many years and nurtured by the spiritual veins of Changchun Peak, Hua Li's demonic power was so strong that it was almost at the perfect first level.
All the other living creatures that were raised in the lake that year were eaten up by the grown carp, leaving only this one lonely carp in the vast lake.
But it is still incredibly greedy.
Every year, before the fruits that grow on the spirit tree are fully ripe, they are all knocked into the water and eaten clean by the flower carp.
Lin Changsheng did not stop this phenomenon after discovering it. Instead, he became curious and wanted to see how far this flower carp could grow.
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A few days later.
Lin Changsheng instructed Tian Fu and the others to harvest and sell some of the spiritual plants that had reached the required age within the Changchun Peak Taoist temple, and then replant them with seeds.
He kept more than a dozen of each kind of spiritual plant, storing them in his herb bag.
When Tian Fu returned to Changchun Peak, he happened to run into Su Qin, who had come to visit him.
They then invited Su Qin into the temple and treated him well.
During the conversation, Lin Changsheng learned that Su Qin was doing very well in the battle on the front lines.
Not long ago, he was surprisingly appointed as the captain of a group of independent cultivators, managing three Foundation Establishment cultivators and ten Qi Condensation cultivators.
Lin Changsheng was slightly surprised by this, but not entirely unexpected.
Contrary to his need for a relatively stable and quiet cultivation environment.
Since he began cultivating, Su Qin has always followed the path of killing and warfare.
In thrilling and life-or-death struggles, unleash your potential and seek improvement.
The increasingly turbulent cultivation world of Yue Kingdom is not suitable for Lin Changsheng, but it is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Su Qin.
Before long, the two began to discuss their views on the war on the front lines.
"The cultivation world of Yue Kingdom reacted quickly to the war. The 'True Lord' of Shangqing Palace had a clear mind and was good at planning and strategizing, mobilizing various forces in a timely manner to actively participate in the front-line battle."
"But in comparison, the cultivation world of the Great Zhou seems to be better prepared. It has not launched a large-scale frontal battle yet, but it has been constantly infiltrating with some small forces, keeping many forces in the Yue Kingdom busy. Even Qingyun Zhenren, who was stationed at the front line, had to go back to appease the rear."
Su Qin offered a very insightful analysis of the current battlefield situation.
"I wonder which side you think has a better chance of winning, and how long the war will last, Fellow Daoist Su?"
Lin Changsheng looked at Su Qin, who was becoming more and more mature and composed, and asked the question that had been bothering him.
Based on his understanding of Su Qin, he naturally knew that Su Qin was no ordinary Foundation Establishment cultivator, and that Su Qin's vision and perspective were far superior to those of others.
"Firstly, the Great Zhou Kingdom has a vast territory, and the average quality of its spiritual veins is slightly higher than that of the Yue Kingdom. This means that the base number of cultivators born is larger, and the number of high-level cultivators is greater. This is an objective fact."
"Secondly, the cultivators of the Yuling Sect are the main force of the Great Zhou Dynasty. Their sect is located closer to the Wanfeng Mountains, which is a natural advantage. Moreover, their methods are unpredictable and varied, and they have a wide variety of magical treasures, making them very difficult to deal with. In contrast, the cultivators of the Shangqing Palace have relatively simple attack methods. Although their strength is not weak, they are very easy to target."
"Thirdly, the Great Zhou Kingdom is suspected of cooperating with the Man Kingdom and constantly harassing the Yue Kingdom from the rear, leaving the Yue Kingdom besieged on both sides."
"In summary, Yue needs to consolidate its forces as soon as possible, unite all forces into one, and end the war quickly! The longer it drags on, the more disadvantageous it will be for Yue."
When it came to analyzing the battlefield situation, Su Qin's tone was low, and his eyes were full of solemnity.
Upon hearing this, Lin Changsheng nodded, slightly amazed.
Su Qin's analysis was comprehensive and pertinent, covering the national conditions of the two countries, their geographical locations, and the strengths and weaknesses of their respective sects.
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"Uncle Lin left a message earlier saying that there was a deal to discuss. I wonder what the deal is?"
Soon after, Su Qin couldn't contain himself and took the initiative to ask.
"I've heard that Fellow Daoist Su Qin urgently needs to find a foundation-building opportunity for his clansmen. Is that true?"
Upon hearing this, Lin Changsheng smiled slightly.
"Indeed, being stationed in the clan all this time is a kind of torment for me, but unfortunately no other Foundation Establishment cultivators have been born in the clan, which is a cause for concern."
"Judging from Uncle Lin's words, could it be that there is a path to obtaining a Foundation Establishment spiritual object?"
Su Qin was initially troubled, but then his eyes gradually brightened, and he couldn't help but feel anticipation.
He is skilled in warfare and spends most of his time on adventures and gaining experience.
Although I have accumulated a lot of resources, I still have no way to get access to high-quality resources like Foundation Building resources, which are strictly controlled.
Having cultivated for many years, he only managed to obtain a low-quality 'Foundation Building Pill' from the belongings of a raiding cultivator after a single extermination.
No new Foundation Establishment cultivators were cultivated for the family.
With a smile on his face, Lin Changsheng raised his hand and flipped it over, revealing an exquisite porcelain bottle in his palm.
Su Qin's face lit up with joy. At Lin Changsheng's prompting, he carefully reached out and took the porcelain bottle, opened the stopper a crack, and began to examine it.
"Genuine Foundation Building Pill!"
"Two left!"
A few breaths later, Su Qin put the stopper back on the bottle, his face showing joy.
He then asked calmly, "In these turbulent times, even the core disciples of major sects are fiercely competing for Foundation Establishment Pills. To be able to produce two genuine Foundation Establishment Pills at this time, it seems Uncle Lin has quite a grand plan."
“Indeed, I, Lin, would like to exchange the remainder of Fellow Daoist Su’s puppet inheritance from back then.”
Lin Changsheng smiled gently, his tone resolute, his face showing anticipation.
Judging from the contents of that inheritance from back then, Lin Changsheng was certain that the expert behind Su Qin had a very high probability of possessing the subsequent puppet inheritance.
Su Qin possessed both advantages and disadvantages: he had the support of a master behind him and the opportunity to obtain the memories of the "Heavenly Poison Master".
Compared to the fact that he possessed all the memories of a Golden Core cultivator, the expert on the other party was only barely alive and naturally could not reveal all his memories.
However, after years of observation, it became clear that the master had been guiding Su Qin's cultivation, a treatment no less than that of a direct disciple of a major sect.
It all depends on whether the other party agrees to your request.
"The continuation of the legacy?!"
Upon hearing Lin Changsheng's words, Su Qin was shaken and showed a slight wariness.
But seeing that Lin Changsheng's expression was normal and he seemed to have no other thoughts, they were not so wary.
But as soon as he finished speaking, Lin Changsheng suddenly felt a powerful threatening aura rising from Su Qin.
The next moment, Aoki Ohcho's cold reminder rang in his ears:
"Don't blame me for not warning you, this kid has the aura of a human Nascent Soul. If you don't want to cause trouble, don't test him anymore."
"A human's... Nascent Soul!"
Lin Changsheng's expression changed slightly, and he was surprised.
The senior expert behind Su Qin was actually a Nascent Soul level cultivator!
Although the Aoki King Butterfly is a transformed demon king, she rarely interacts with outsiders and has a simple mind, so she does not hide her thoughts.
Lin Changsheng detected a hint of apprehension in her tone.
A faint, pure demonic power leaked from Lin Changsheng's body.
The next moment, Su Qin's expression also froze.
"Be careful, this person has the aura of a Nascent Soul, which seems to be the scent of a transformed demon king's infant."
A sudden voice, like a thunderclap, resounded in Su Qin's mind.
For a moment, Lin Changsheng and Su Qin looked at each other simultaneously, their eyes meeting.
Both of them looked on with amazement and curiosity.
The scene fell into silence.
……
"Uncle Lin, the young man does indeed possess a subsequent puppet inheritance. Although it's incomplete, it still involves parts related to a third-tier Golden Core cultivator, making it incredibly valuable. You probably can't find many like it in the entire Yue Kingdom's cultivation world. Just the value of two Foundation Establishment Pills alone is probably..."
After a long pause, Su Qin took the initiative to speak, and after a moment's hesitation, he admitted that he possessed a third-tier inheritance.
This alone is enough to demonstrate Su Qin's trust in Lin Changsheng.
The third-tier inheritance is extremely precious, and any force in the entire cultivation world of Yue Kingdom would be interested in it.
If word gets out, Su Qin, with his current early Foundation Establishment stage, will likely get into big trouble.
Hearing Su Qin's words, Lin Changsheng breathed a sigh of relief and felt much more at ease.
The real concern is that the other party is unwilling to take the risk and refuses to acknowledge it.
After all, with only the initial stage of Foundation Establishment cultivation, revealing that one possesses an opportunity far beyond their current level is a major taboo in the cultivation world.
Fortunately, Lin Changsheng had never pried into Su Qin's privacy since he took him in, and he had made two deals with Su Qin at crucial moments. He was a reliable and trustworthy person.
This dispelled the concerns of Su Qin, or rather, the senior behind him.
Having confirmed that both parties were willing to exchange, Lin Changsheng took out a storage bag that had been prepared in advance, seemingly having anticipated this.
Su Qin took the storage bag and examined it with a curious expression.
Before long, the former withdrew his divine sense in shock, and his face revealed a look of intense joy!
Clearly, they were very satisfied with the items in the storage bag.
Seeing this, Lin Changsheng smiled faintly, completely at ease.
He was well aware of the value of the third-tier inheritance, and he spared no expense to facilitate this transaction.
Therefore, a complete set of second-tier mid-grade, high-grade, and top-grade magic talismans were prepared in advance.
The variety is very complete, including all kinds of spells for attack, restraint, defense, healing, support, escape, and breaking restrictions.
In addition, there is a powerful second-tier exquisite spell talisman, and a talisman treasure!
It also includes a complete set of 'quasi-third-tier' spell runes!
There were even three low-grade, third-tier talismans for attack, defense, and escape. Their power had surpassed the level of a pseudo-core cultivator and was comparable to that of a Golden Core cultivator.
Looking around, nearly a hundred talismans were neatly arranged, their various colors of spiritual light reflecting off each other, resembling an extremely exquisite work of art.
It's no exaggeration to say that, apart from Lin Changsheng, there is no other talisman master in the entire Thousand Crane Immortal City who can produce such a complete range of talismans!
It is already extremely difficult to pass on such skills and fully understand the content of the inheritance.
However, Lin Changsheng possesses the talent of "Heaven rewards diligence" and has the superb talisman-making skills of "Heavenly Poison Master" as a foundation. He has immersed himself in the way of talisman making for eighty years, reviewing the old and learning the new, and has already comprehended his own unique insights into the way of talismans.
Su Qin's cultivation path is fraught with danger. With these talismans, he can at least deal with three dangers at the level of a pseudo-core cultivator!
Even if they encounter a Golden Core cultivator, they have a high chance of escaping unscathed.
To avoid excessive consumption of the nascent soul essence of the senior behind him.