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Chapter 404: Luo Tian's Imminent Annihilation, Consuming the Tier 3 Dragon Transformation Pill (Part
Chapter 404: Luo Tian's Imminent Annihilation, Consuming the Tier 3 Dragon Transformation Pill (Part 2)
"Where is Tao Wan now?"
"In Qingdan Valley's shop, supposedly to inspect the operations of various Immortal City shops. However, I believe her true purpose is also related to the Immortal City's leadership rotation."
Luo Chen's eyes flashed, and he made a decision in his heart.
...
That very day!
Luo Chen disguised himself and quietly went down the mountain, heading straight for the Verdant Pill Pavilion.
After displaying his Foundation Establishment cultivation and expressing his intention to purchase a large quantity of first-tier Pulse Guard Pills, he was led into a VIP room by the Verdant Pill Pavilion's cultivators.
As soon as he entered, he took out the Tao family's guest badge, infused it with spiritual power, and closed his eyes to rest.
After a while, when he opened his eyes, Tao Wan happened to walk in.
The two exchanged glances, their eyes meeting with a smile that betrayed their thoughts.
"As expected, I knew you weren't an ordinary friend. You wouldn't have perished in the Divine Transformation Ruins."
It had been a long time since they last met, and Tao Wan's charm had only grown more captivating.
Not only was her attire more extravagant and elegant, but her demeanor now carried the air of a sect disciple, with hints of a future Sect Leader.
Especially in terms of cultivation!
Her progress was astonishing, and she was not far from reaching the Great Perfection of the Foundation Establishment stage.
Luo Chen stood up and bowed respectfully.
"These years, you've ensured a steady supply of Rising Dragon Pills for me, and I must express my gratitude."
Tao Wan smiled, extending her hand to invite him to sit.
After they were both seated, she spoke with a leisurely tone, "You've come regarding the Immortal City's rotation, haven't you?"
"Yes and no."
Tao Wan pursed her lips, her expression calm. "Then it seems the issue lies with the Flame Alliance's Golden Core Elder?"
Luo Chen smiled slightly, "You're perceptive, I can't hide anything from you."
The woman shook her head and sighed.
"I don't know much about the details, and this time, I'm just an observer. The key lies in the negotiations between the Ailao Mountain Elder and the Flame Alliance's Elder."
Luo Chen's brows furrowed, "Didn't the two major sects send representatives?"
"I'm not too clear about that," Tao Wan also showed confusion, "Even we, from the Great Core School, are finding it hard to understand the actions of the two major sects. They should be declaring a ceasefire while jointly developing the Divine Transformation Ruins, but instead, they seem ready to resume war at the slightest disagreement. They don't seem to care about the Immortal City's operations, which could bring them immense profits, leaving us to handle it ourselves."
In reality, it wasn't just Tao Wan who was perplexed.
Even Luo Chen had been increasingly baffled by the intentions of the two major sects over the years.
If it was about weakening the five major sects to make room for the Falling Cloud Sect's development, it made sense.
But it didn't make sense to stop the plan halfway.
"Could it be because I opened the Divine Transformation Ruins, leading to a leak?"
Luo Chen thought silently.
Seeing Tao Wan's confusion, Luo Chen hesitated for a moment before sharing his initial speculation with her.
"You think the Jade Cauldron Domain's internal conflict is to deplete our Great Core School's strength?"
Tao Wan appeared deep in thought, then shook her head, "The elders in our sect had similar speculations, but seeing casualties among the two major sects' disciples, it doesn't make sense."
Luo Chen reminded her, "What if it's about your Qing Dan Valley, a potential fourth-tier Spirit Land?"
"This!"
Tao Wan's face changed slightly.
She hadn't considered that possibility.
Or perhaps, even the Qing Dan Valley's upper echelons hadn't thought of it.
It wasn't a matter of intelligence but being too close to the situation, a case of not seeing the forest for the trees.
After all, that Spirit Land was only a second-tier land for now.
It would be unbelievable for a Nascent Soul Cultivator to target a second-tier Spirit Land.
But in Luo Chen's interconnected speculations, this possibility couldn't be ruled out!
"Thank you for sharing, I'll report this to our Sect Leader and Grand Elder as soon as possible," Tao Wan sincerely expressed her gratitude.
Luo Chen waved his hand, "There's no need, it might just be my unnecessary worry."
"This concerns the survival of our sect, even if it's an unnecessary worry, we must prepare," Tao Wan's expression turned solemn, and she bowed to Luo Chen again, "Thank you for the reminder, Brother Luo."
Luo Chen shook his head; after all, he was the nominal Offering to the Qing Dan Valley's Tao family.
He had enjoyed many benefits from the pills over the years.
The Luo Tian Association had produced five or six new Foundation Establishment Cultivators in recent years, partly due to the Qing Dan Valley's specialty, the Pulse Guard Pill.
He was clear about reciprocating favors.
But today's visit had a different primary purpose.
He proceeded to explain the current predicament of the Luo Tian Association and the potential future war.
After listening, Tao Wan frowned.
"I'm sorry, but I might be powerless in this matter."
"Hmm?"
Seeing Luo Chen's displeasure, she forced a bitter smile, "The Luo Tian Association is an Ice Fortress affiliate, you should seek help from the Ice Fortress."
She wasn't wrong.
As an affiliate, they should turn to the Ice Fortress for help.
But with the Immortal City's affairs, Heartless Immortal had returned to the Ice Fortress, leaving the Sect Leader's lineage in charge.
Luo Chen's relationship with the Sect Leader's lineage, led by Yin Xiuhua, wasn't exactly amicable.
They wouldn't willingly come to their aid.
Unless Luo Chen betrayed Heartless Immortal and begged Yin Xiuhua.
Perhaps the current situation of the Luo Tian Association was a result of their indifference, allowing it to escalate.
For Luo Chen, neither betraying Heartless Immortal nor begging for help was an option.
For a moment, the matter seemed stuck.
Seeing Luo Chen's distress, Tao Wan smiled and offered comfort.
"The Flame Alliance's Golden Core Elder hasn't arrived yet, so there's still some time."
Luo Chen shook his head, "That only delays the crisis."
Tao Wan's smile faded, and she spoke seriously, "I can't help with the Luo Tian Association, but as your Offering, if things go wrong, I'll protect you! Please rest assured, Brother Luo."
Luo Chen's expression shifted, and he stood up to bow respectfully.
"With this promise, this trip won't be in vain."
After Luo Chen left, Tao Wan immediately took out a jade pendant to send a message, and soon, two Golden Core Elders appeared in the shop.
When she shared her suspicion about Han Zhan Zhenren of the Falling Cloud Sect coveting the Qing Dan Valley's Spirit Land, the two elders' faces changed.
"Senior Brother Long, I'll take care of this matter on my side, I'll return to the sect to inform Qing Danzi Senior Brother!"
"Alright, go and come back soon! Whether it's possible or not, early preparation is never wrong."
With a few words, the matter was settled.
After his junior left, Senior Long looked at Tao Wan, sighing, "We've been too focused, forgetting that our Qing Dan Valley possesses a great treasure, attracting covetous eyes. It's good this didn't happen suddenly, or we'd have failed our ancestors. It's fortunate an outsider reminded us."
Tao Wan comforted him, "It's not your fault, Senior Brother."
(End of Chapter)...After all, the Jade Cauldron Domain only had that one Sword Sect Immortal in the past, and they already had a Tier 4 Spirit Land. Why would they look twice at a Dan Valley that's just a budding Tier 2 Spirit Land?"
"That's why I said it's a case of being blinded by a single leaf!" Elder Long sighed, then said, "I never thought that Dan Chenzi, aside from his exceptional pill refinement skills, would also have such a formidable mind. This time, he's done us a favor."
Tao Wan smiled slightly, "Doing a favor is fine, after all, he does have some connection with my Qing Dan Valley. Moreover, to return the favor, there might be an opportunity soon."
"Oh?" Elder Long was curious.
"At that time, we might have to trouble Elder Long to lend a hand."
"Who's the enemy?"
"The Golden Core Senior of the Flame Alliance."
Elder Long's eyebrows furrowed, "That might be a bit troublesome. The cultivators of the Flame Alliance are extremely combative. With just me, I'm afraid I can't protect too many people."
"Just do your best, Elder Long. As long as you protect Luo Chen, this favor will be considered returned." Tao Wan said.
Elder Long thought for a moment and nodded slightly.
...
Regarding the crisis the Luo Tian Association might face in the future, Luo Chen's preparations weren't limited to Tao Wan's side.
Crimson Cloud Peak, Benevolent Heart Hall.
Sima Hui looked at Xu Xiaoliu and nodded slightly.
"Not bad, after four months, your current realm has stabilized."
Xu Xiaoliu smiled from the heart.
He had thought about Foundation Establishment, about using the power of the Ice Fortress to achieve Foundation Establishment.
But he had never thought that he would achieve Foundation Establishment within the Luo Tian Association, and in such a short time.
He had only joined the Luo Tian Association a decade ago.
Now, he had achieved Foundation Establishment, and he had the confidence to face Shi Lan.
He respectfully said, "Everything I have is thanks to the cultivation of the Luo Tian Association! In the future, I will repay this great favor with my utmost efforts."
Sima Hui waved her hand, "It's not necessary to go to such extremes, but I have a task that only you can accomplish."
As Sima Hui's curiosity grew, she took out a letter.
"You will represent the Luo Tian Association and go to the Ice Fortress to meet the Ice Immortal. Personally deliver this letter to her."
Xu Xiaoliu was surprised as he took the letter.
What could be so important that he had to travel so far?
Soon, he realized the reason.
It must be related to the various troubles the Luo Tian Association was currently facing!
Carefully, he stored the letter in his storage bag and said solemnly, "I will definitely complete the task!"
Sima Hui nodded, then took out a flying sword.
"This is for you!"
A magical artifact, a flying sword!
Xu Xiaoliu's eyes lit up.
After Xu Xiaoliu left, Sima Hui rubbed her forehead and gently knocked on the table.
A charming figure appeared behind her.
"Mingyue, make the arrangements. I want to see Luo Feng, Chen Xiuli... Also, dispatch the merchant team immediately to Taishan Fang, Xue Lian Fang, Feiyun Fang, and other places. Carry my letters and visit the Foundation Establishment cultivators there who have business dealings with us."
...
After meeting with Tao Wan, Luo Chen entered seclusion once again.
The large number of high-grade Rising Dragon Pills sent by the other party had resolved his urgent need.
Not only that, Sima Hui also instructed the Luo Tian Association to collect high-grade cultivation pills from the black market, not just Tier 2, but even Tier 3 pills. No matter the price, they must be obtained!
Three months later.
In Room Seventeen of the Ethereal Wave Cave Mansion, Luo Chen closed the attribute panel and carefully took out a pill from his storage bag.
The pill had a light green color with seven cloud patterns on it.
The number of cloud patterns was the most intuitive way to categorize the tiers of pills.
One to three clouds indicated Tier 1.
Four to six clouds indicated Tier 2.
When the number of cloud patterns exceeded seven, it became a Tier 3 pill!
The symbol of the Qing Dan Valley was nine cloud patterns, representing their ability to refine Tier 3 Superior pills, truly extraordinary!
The Tier 3 pill in Luo Chen's hand was also from Qing Dan Valley.
Dragon Transformation Pill!
In the Dragon Phoenix Tribulation Essence Formation Secret Technique, when used with the Ice Phoenix Pill, it could challenge the Golden Core realm.
Obtained from the Ice Immortal's lineage!
At this moment, Luo Chen took out this pill, not to challenge the Golden Core realm, but to use it extravagantly to challenge the late Foundation Establishment stage.
If this was known, it would surely shock many.
Using such a precious item for a minor realm in the Foundation Establishment stage was indeed a waste of resources.
"With my current physique, there might be risks in taking a Tier 3 pill for a higher realm, but as long as it succeeds, the gains will be enormous."
"Perhaps, I can even use this to leap over the long time needed to challenge the late Foundation Establishment stage in one go."
"Moreover, since Foundation Establishment Great Perfection cultivators can use this pill to challenge the Golden Core realm, why can't I do the same now?"
"In terms of physique and meridian strength, I'm confident I'm not weaker than those at Foundation Establishment Great Perfection!"
Luo Chen opened his mouth and took a deep breath.
A dragon made of spiritual energy was instantly absorbed into his body.
His sleeves fluttered, and his muscles expanded, resembling a giant.
After making these preparations, Luo Chen carefully swallowed the Dragon Transformation Pill.
The moment the pill entered his body, an unimaginably vast and powerful spiritual energy burst forth.
His body trembled violently, and a crackling sound reverberated within.
Luo Chen grunted, suppressing his body's instinctive fear, and desperately circulated the Eternal Youth Scripture.
Once, twice...
The medicinal power within the Tier 3 pill was truly terrifying.
Especially since this pill wasn't an ordinary Tier 3 cultivation pill, but one that could be used to challenge the Golden Core realm.
At this moment, Luo Chen could only rely on his formidable willpower and a body as terrifying as ancient beasts to absorb the pill's power.
In his Sea of Qi.
It seemed to be stimulated.
Within the first six layers of the Sea of Qi, spiritual energy churned, and countless drops of pure and refined Spirit Essence seemed like a vast ocean, forming towering waves.
There was also a tiny vortex, spinning clockwise.
When the vast spiritual energy surged in, the vortex began to spin frantically.
Not only did it absorb external spiritual energy, but it also stirred Luo Chen's refined spiritual power, causing the vortex to expand.
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