Immortality Begins With The Alchemical Master Chapter 464: Debating Dao with Hong Ling, Sky-High Conditions, Bridal Chamber, Spirit Pill as Dowry - Novel Cool

Chapter 464: Debating Dao with Hong Ling, Sky-High Conditions, Bridal Chamber, Spirit Pill as Dowry

Chapter 464: Debating Dao with Hong Ling, Sky-High Conditions, Bridal Chamber, Spirit Pill as Dowry

The grand ceremony officially begins!

Although the highlight of the ceremony has never been during the event itself, but rather before it.

Nevertheless, the proper procedures must be followed.

The light and graceful dance, accompanied by ethereal music, filled the air.

Wine glasses clinked, and cultivators exchanged insights.

Time flowed by in this manner.

From start to finish, Luo Chen maintained a composed and dignified demeanor, not resembling someone from a loose cultivator background in the slightest.

This was naturally due to the efforts of Sima Huiniang and the others.

Having attended numerous Core Formation ceremonies of others, they were already quite familiar with such etiquette and customs.

Additionally, with the guidance of Absolute Emotion Fairy, Luo Chen was able to avoid any faux pas.

However, despite his calm and unhurried demeanor, someone couldn't help but speak up.

"I've long heard that Fellow Daoist Luo Chen claimed to be unmatched in combat during the Foundation Establishment stage, earning him the title of the first in Jade Cauldron."

"I wonder if, after achieving Core Formation, your combat skills have improved?"

With these words, the lively atmosphere in the hall suddenly quieted.

All eyes turned to the woman in the red robe.

Jade Cauldron Golden Core Sword Cultivator - Hong Ling!

Luo Chen knew this was coming. After all, it was common for someone to test the strength of the celebrant after a breakthrough ceremony.

This was a way to confirm if the person had the strength to become a fellow cultivator.

In such debates, the outcome wasn't as important.

After all, it was normal for someone who had just broken through to be unfamiliar with their new realm's techniques.

However, performing poorly would still leave a less favorable impression.

It was clear that Hong Ling was taking the initiative today.

"Fellow Daoist Hong Ling, today is a joyous occasion for Fellow Daoist Luo. How could we resort to fighting? Moreover, Fellow Daoist Luo is a prestigious Pill Master. Engaging in violence would truly spoil the atmosphere. Why not discuss pill refinement with him instead? It might even become a beautiful tale for the ages."

Qu Xiabai spoke in a conciliatory tone, eliciting a chorus of agreement.

Even several Golden Core Venerables from the five great sects eagerly volunteered, offering to spar with Luo Chen on his behalf.

Only Elder Ye Xiang from Divine Talisman Sect, Feng Hua Palace's Feng Yue, and Jin Bubuqian from Five Elements Divine Sect remained silent, observing the scene with interest.

Facing the gazes and conciliatory challenges, Hong Ling's face turned cold, her eyes still fixed on Luo Chen.

"Fire Spirit Lord, you are the host today. If you don't want to fight, I won't force you!"

Luo Chen smiled.

Not force? If it weren't for the presence of representatives from the four great sects, your first action upon arriving at the mountain would have been to challenge me!

It's admirable that you've managed to hold back until now.

Moreover...

Even his title of Fire Spirit Lord was mentioned, and such goading was hard to ignore.

Oh well!

The procedures must be followed, after all.

This woman had a desire to fight but no apparent hostility.

It seemed that despite her unfriendly appearance, she merely wanted an explanation.

Pang Renxiong's demise in Dahefang, and Luo Chen's emergence from there, were secrets that couldn't be hidden from those who cared to know.

Even though Luo Chen had no direct involvement, as Pang Renxiong's direct disciple, she likely had a grudge against him.

Debating and sparring today might be the best way to remove that thorn from her heart.

He readily agreed, extending his palm.

"If it's your wish, I, Chen, dare not refuse!"

Hong Ling's eyes lit up, and she immediately leaped into the air.

"To avoid ruining your ceremony, let's battle in the sky?"

Luo Chen shook his head, "As the fellow cultivators said, fighting would indeed spoil the atmosphere. Moreover, this ceremony also signifies the union between me and my two wives. Therefore, I will not agree to an all-out battle."

"Hmm?" Hong Ling's eyebrows furrowed.

Seeing her displeasure, Luo Chen raised a finger.

"One move!"

"You and I will use the same move, and regardless of the outcome, we'll call it a truce!"

This wasn't a negotiation but a decision.

Considering it was her home ground, Hong Ling couldn't insist otherwise.

She took a deep breath, "Fine, I'll do as you say. I also want to see what you're capable of, to have snatched the title of Jade Cauldron's Foundation Establishment first from my senior martial brother Lin Qingxuan!"

Luo Chen's eyebrows rose.

So, there was more to this than met the eye!

He knew of Lin Qingxuan, who had been ranked among the top ten in the Heaven's Pride List of the Debate Dao Platform years ago.

He could be considered the undisputed first in Jade Cauldron's Foundation Establishment stage.

However, when the two major sects clashed, Lin Qingxuan began his seclusion to break through to the Core Formation stage.

It was during this time that Luo Chen, through numerous real battles, claimed the title of Jade Cauldron's Foundation Establishment first.

This woman...

Luo Chen smiled, and his outstretched right hand suddenly lifted!

"Pay attention!"

With a light shout, his right hand began to form intricate seals.

Streams of spiritual power flowed and gathered at his fingertips.

His movements were unhurried, but his posture was ancient and majestic.

Seated atop, he was as immovable as a mountain, and his red robe fluttered without a breeze, making a rustling sound.

Spell!

As he gathered his energy and formed the seals, everyone realized Luo Chen's technique.

It wasn't a treasure but the spell he was renowned for.

Was it a fire spell?

The next moment!

Luo Chen's palm abruptly halted and pressed downward.

Hum! A humming sound reverberated.

In the sky, a massive azure handprint suddenly appeared.

Initially, it was faint, but with the infusion of spiritual power, it quickly became incredibly solid.

Between the fingers, even the fingerprints and knuckles were vividly lifelike.

Azure spiritual energy surged and rippled, yet it didn't stir up wind or clouds, indicating that the power was condensed to its peak.

It wasn't a fire spell.

It was a wood spell!

Jin Bubuqian from Five Elements Divine Sect's eyes narrowed, and he exclaimed, "Primal Breath Great Palm Seal!"

At that moment, the giant handprint shot forward.

Wherever it passed, the void rumbled.

In mid-air, Hong Ling had already transformed her sword into a sword orb, and her entire body floated in the air, exuding sharp sword qi.

She gracefully waved her sword, creating a beautiful display.

Indeed, she moved like a graceful dragon and a startled swan! As the azure handprint descended, she shouted.

"Break!"

A sword beam, with an unstoppable momentum, pierced through the sky.

In an instant, the two collided.

Hiss! The giant palm seal instantly shattered a black dot.

The sword energy was weakened, but it still flew towards Luo Chen.

"Be careful, Chen!"

"Husband!"

Two worried voices sounded in his ears.

Luo Chen smiled slightly, and the unrecalled right hand was instantly enveloped in a blue, shimmering light.

He gently clenched his hand.

The sword energy was crushed in his palm.

Jin Buque stood up in astonishment, exclaiming, "Crystal Sky Curtain! The most intricate and complex defensive water spell among the second-rank spells, and you've cultivated it to the point of instantaneous activation."

Luo Chen nodded at him and then looked at Hong Ling.

"As expected of the Jade Cauldron Sword Cultivator, known for having the strongest combat power. This sword move, breaking through all techniques, forced me to use two moves. I admit defeat."

In mid-air, Hong Ling's clothes were in disarray, as if she had been swept by a fierce wind.

She smoothed her hair, her face flushed with embarrassment.

After a moment, she shook her head vigorously.

"No, I lost!"

"Your palm strike, although I countered it with a breaking point, still had lingering power and a powerful binding force. I couldn't dodge it."

"But you were able to instantly withdraw your spiritual power without causing me any harm."

"If it were a real battle, my weakened sword would be harmless to you, but you would have restricted my movements, and the subsequent attacks would have severely injured me."

"My momentum was seized, and the initiative was taken. For a sword cultivator, this is already a defeat."

In the path of the sword, the emphasis is on the momentum of breaking through all techniques, and the priority is on the initiative of the sword originating from the heart and predicting the enemy's moves.

From this perspective, she had indeed lost.

Moreover!

She had achieved Core Formation before Luo Chen!

This exchange was brief, and the time passed quickly.

In the blink of an eye, the Foundation Establishment Cultivators couldn't see clearly.

But the Golden Core Cultivators knew who had won and who had lost.

Luo Chen smiled slightly, "I won the initiative and momentum, and you forced me to use my second move. So, let's call it a draw!"

Hong Ling looked at him in surprise, ready to concede.

But under the watchful eyes of the crowd, she decided not to argue further.

Today, she represented the Jade Cauldron Sword Sect, and while others might not care about winning or losing, the Sword Sect certainly did.

Since Luo Chen had given her an out, she could gracefully accept it.

So, after a bow, she returned to her seat.

The atmosphere in the hall became lively again.

Although Jin Buque sat down, he continued to praise Luo Chen.

"Before coming, I heard that your fire techniques were exquisite, and now it seems the rumors fell short!"

Everyone was stunned.

But his next sentence cleared their confusion.

"Not just fire techniques, but water spells as well, executed with ease. And this Primal Breath Great Palm Seal is a technique that encompasses all five elements. You released it with wood-attributed spiritual power, focusing on the path of binding."

"I believe you have a good grasp of suppressing earth, dominating fire, the sharpness of metal, and the slowness of water."

"Tsk tsk, such skill in spellcasting is top-notch, even within our Divine Talisman Sect."

The layman enjoys the spectacle, but the expert sees the essence.

Jin Buque's words provided the best commentary, revealing the hidden intricacies of that brief clash.

Luo Chen smiled, "You flatter me, my friend."

"It's not flattery!"

This time, the speaker was Wu Fu Qi.

"You are indeed formidable. Daring to challenge Golden Core Cultivators during the Foundation Establishment stage, and now, at the Core Formation Stage, your strength surpasses that of the past. It's a waste to remain here in Crimson Dusk Hall."

Others savored his words, sensing the unspoken meaning.

Ignoring the thoughts of others, Wu Fu Qi continued, "I've formed an alliance with Jiang Yu, establishing the Wind and Rain Manor. We aim to make our mark in the upcoming territorial expansion wars. Luo Chen, are you interested in joining us and claiming a Tier 3 Spirit Land in the Howling Moon Mountain Range?"

This blunt invitation instantly stirred up the crowd.

If the three Golden Core Cultivators` formed an alliance, wouldn't their combined strength rival that of an ordinary Golden Core Great Sect?

However, before Luo Chen could respond, Feng Yue Immortal, who had been silent, spoke up, "Luo Chen, our Cauldron Institute at Feng Hua Palace still lacks a vice-dean. Join us, and you'll never lack spirit veins or alchemy."

As soon as she spoke, Wu Fu Qi immediately closed his mouth.

The Wind and Rain Manor had Feng Hua Palace as their backer.

How could he dare compete with Feng Hua Palace for talent?

To be honest, he never expected Feng Yue to show up today; otherwise, he wouldn't have made such a blunder.

"Haha!"

Jin Buque laughed heartily, addressing the crowd, "You all seem to have forgotten about Luo Chen's Luo Tian Sect."

"From what I know of him, he's not the type to abandon his sect for personal gain."

"Therefore, your invitations lack consideration."

Feng Yue was taken aback.

Wu Fu Qi also frowned.

If Luo Chen joined the Wind and Rain Manor alone, it would be fine.

But if the Luo Tian Sect joined as well, it would directly overshadow his and Jiang Yu's power. If the three of them united, should the alliance be called the Wind and Rain Manor or the Luo Tian Sect?

Jin Buque didn't mind their discomfort and laughed heartily, "Luo Chen, why not join our Divine Talisman Sect?"

"Then, there's no need to risk your lives in territorial wars. I'll send people to help relocate your entire Luo Tian Sect."

"In the vast Quintessence Domain, we can surely allocate a Tier 3 Spirit Vein for you!"

Upon hearing this, everyone's expressions changed.

What outrageous conditions! The Five Elements Divine Sect had the audacity to offer such an unimaginable proposal.

Suddenly!

Someone recalled Jin Buque's words upon his arrival.

They remembered his specific mention of Luo Chen's talent.

A Five Elements Primordial Root!

In the cultivation world, this was commonly considered a useless talent.

Within the Five Elements Divine Sect, there was a prevalent rumor that this talent was no less remarkable than the Heavenly Primordial Root!

Could it be that they were attracted to this aspect, which was why they offered such an incredibly generous condition to Luo Chen?

In reality, Luo Chen himself was also deeply shaken by this condition upon hearing it.

If he joined the Five Elements Divine Sect, he would undoubtedly have access to unparalleled pills like the Five Elements Divine Pill.

Moreover, they even considered his needs comprehensively, offering to provide a Tier 3 Spirit Vein for the Luo Tian Sect.

Such a massive temptation was presented before him, causing Luo Chen's mouth to go dry.

Jin Bubuqian looked on with satisfaction at this scene, feeling certain that no one could refuse such a grand enticement.

Especially for Luo Chen, who had a background as a wandering cultivator.

However, the outcome was beyond his expectations.

"Today's ceremony, let's set aside other matters."

"Everyone, continue the festivities and drink!"

Luo Chen calmly raised his glass again.

Wufu Qi heaved a sigh of relief.

Tao Wan's tension gradually eased.

Absolute Emotion Fairy looked at Luo Chen in surprise, never expecting him to refuse.

Feng Yue Immortal's beautiful eyes shifted between Luo Chen and Jin Bubuqian, as if she had realized something.

Only Jin Bubuqian frowned, perplexed by Luo Chen's decision.

After a long gaze, he took a deep breath and suppressed the restlessness in his heart.

He hadn't anticipated that someone could remain steadfast in the face of such temptation.

But!

Luo Chen only said that he wouldn't discuss it today, not that he wouldn't consider it in the future.

He believed that Luo Chen would not be able to refuse the condition he had offered!

...

The grand ceremony concluded with the guests thoroughly entertained.

The news of the five major sects jointly celebrating Danchenzi quickly spread.

From then on, Luo Chen secured a place among the high-level cultivators in the Jade Cauldron cultivation world.

During the celebration, various parties tried to recruit him, especially the Five Elements Divine Sect, whose extravagant offer to invite Luo Chen sparked heated discussions.

However, Luo Chen had no time to pay attention to these matters.

Because he was in the bridal chamber!

After a passionate night.

Luo Chen, who rarely experienced such pleasures, lay on the bed with a furrowed brow.

Gu Caiyi lay on his chest, drawing circles with her fingers.

Sima Hui Niang sat in a chair, combing her hair, observing Luo Chen's worried profile.

"Is it appropriate to ignore them?"

"It's not appropriate, but it's even less appropriate to rush into contact with them," Luo Chen replied.

Sima Hui Niang couldn't help but ask, "What do you think of Jin Bubuqian's offer?"

"I can't see through it, but I don't think it's a good thing."

Luo Chen spoke as he sat up.

Gu Caiyi murmured and gently draped a robe over him.

A colorful pill landed in Luo Chen's hand.

It was the Five Elements Divine Pill!

Looking at the pill, Luo Chen felt a heavy weight in his hand.

The other party had offered such a substantial benefit, far exceeding the usual recruitment range.

It was as if a pie had fallen from the sky, hitting him on the head.

A normal person would have been knocked unconscious.

Even Luo Chen found it hard to believe.

But after calming down, the more he thought about it, the more he felt something was amiss.

After a while, he said softly, "It's better to refuse."

"Will it anger the Five Elements Divine Sect?" Gu Caiyi asked casually.

Luo Chen shook his head, "There's no need to worry about that. My reputation is currently at its peak, and they won't dare to do anything to me. Moreover, the Five Elements Divine Sect is far from the Jade Cauldron Domain, and their influence doesn't reach this far. The most important thing is..."

Sima Hui Niang smiled slightly, "During the period of opening up the cultivation world, humans must not kill each other!"

"Yes, that's right. With the Sacred Abyss Sect's decree, the Five Elements Divine Sect wouldn't dare to go against the world and target me."

Gu Caiyi muttered, "That's true. If a sect were to kill people for refusing recruitment, they would lose all credibility."

The higher the cultivation level and status, the more rules and restrictions one is bound by.

Otherwise, the cultivation world would descend into complete chaos.

The Divine Transformation Sacred Land desires a well-ordered cultivation world, not a chaotic and unruly one.

If it were the latter, it wouldn't be called the cultivation world; it might as well be called the demon cultivation world!

"What about other forces?" Sima Hui Niang asked again.

Luo Chen thought for a moment, "Those who genuinely want to cooperate with me will wait for me. Those who wish to establish a connection won't rush it either."

The two women understood.

They had witnessed the events during the day.

Naturally, they were aware of their man's current status.

His popularity was soaring, and he didn't lack friends.

It's good to take a step back and filter out those who aren't sincere.

"Let's not talk about this anymore."

Luo Chen flipped his wrist, and two jade boxes fell into his hand.

"These are the betrothal gifts I've prepared for you!"

The two women took the boxes and instinctively opened them, revealing a round pill inside.

"What is this?"

"I can sense a terrifying medicinal power within it!"

Facing their curious gazes, Luo Chen smiled slightly.

"Dark Essence Pill, a Tier 3 Boundary-Breaking Pill."

"Since you've followed me, I won't let you suffer. Fortunately, Yao Mingyue and Yuan Xiaoyue have also reached the Foundation Establishment stage, which can share your burden and leave more time for cultivation."

"One day, I also hope to see you both form your Golden Core and hold another grand ceremony."

He spoke casually.

But the two women were not ignorant.

If such a pill were to spread, countless Foundation Establishment cultivators would scramble for it, causing a storm of bloodshed.

Yet, Luo Chen gave it to them so easily.

For a moment, the two women's hearts were filled with overwhelming emotions.

Luo Chen smiled and shook his head, gesturing to Sima Hui Niang.

"Come here!"

"It's still early, let's indulge in pleasure today!"

After thirty years of secluded cultivation, it was time to let loose.

Sima Hui Niang gave him a sidelong glance and gracefully walked over to the soft bed.

Before this, soft moans had already begun to echo.

(End of Chapter)

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