Chapter 466: Growing Reputation
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In the vast expanse of the cosmos, a deep and enigmatic rift spread across the firmament, silently stretching into the distant heavens. Even after five hundred years of observation and contemplation, Lin Yuan remained captivated by its mysteries.
The rift, shrouded in gray mists, emanated profound fluctuations of the spatial-temporal fusion law, each moment bringing new insights and revelations.
"For five hundred years, half of my attention has been focused on comprehending the spatial-temporal fusion law, and now I've finally reached the pinnacle of the sixth level," Lin Yuan mused with a sense of awe. "If it weren't for this Grade A cave, it would have taken me five or even ten times longer to attain this level of understanding."
Prior to his eleventh traversal, Lin Yuan's comprehension of space-time had reached the middle stage of the sixth level. Now, he had attained the pinnacle.
The path ahead would lead him to the seventh level of spatial-temporal fusion law.
It was already an unprecedented feat for Lin Yuan to reach the pinnacle of the sixth level within two to five millennia. According to the information left by the Emperor of Mystery and the Master of the Magic Jade Tower, comprehending the seventh level of spatial-temporal fusion would require one to reach the pinnacle of the 'Path Opening' realm.
And even then, many who had attained the pinnacle of 'Path Opening' still found themselves unable to progress beyond the pinnacle of the sixth level in their understanding of spatial-temporal fusion.
"If I can reach the seventh level, I will surpass the ultimate twelfth-stage beings of the main universe in terms of comprehension of the spatial-temporal fusion law," Lin Yuan thought to himself. "Even if I remain at the eleventh stage, I will be able to protect myself with ease."
Just like the Primordial Mystery Realm, the level of this realm was not particularly high. The strongest eleventh-stage beings, armed with their clan's most powerful artifacts, could easily break through the realm. However, the Primordial Mystery Realm was integrated into the deepest reaches of space-time in the main universe. While the power of the twelfth-stage ultimates could easily destroy it, they were unable to pinpoint its exact location.
Without the coordinates of the Primordial Mystery Realm, even the twelfth-stage ultimates were helpless, unless they possessed the ability to annihilate the entire universe. Otherwise, they could only watch as the realm opened and closed time and time again.
The same would be true if Lin Yuan were to attain the seventh level of spatial-temporal comprehension.
Perhaps in terms of raw power, he would still fall far short of the twelfth-stage ultimates. However, with his seventh-level comprehension, Lin Yuan would be able to easily ensure that those twelfth-stage beings could never locate his true self.
"I can sense that advancing from the pinnacle of the sixth level to the seventh level will require me to overcome numerous bottlenecks and restraints," Lin Yuan said, his expression thoughtful. "With another thousand and five hundred years of dwelling time, I can take it slow."
Lin Yuan's thoughts turned inward, "It's a pity that, up to this point, I still haven't gained much insight into the chaos law."
Over the past five hundred years, Lin Yuan had devoted the other half of his attention to other endeavors, such as perfecting the eleventh stage of the martial arts manual, comprehending various other pillar-level fusion laws, and exploring the chaos law, among other things.
"The origin of the Immortal Realm," Lin Yuan gazed once more at the irregular rift that stretched across the heavens above.
But this time, instead of focusing on the fluctuations of the law that emanated from it, he directed his attention to the rift itself.
The rift served as a connection to the origin of the Immortal Realm, hence the significant manifestation of the law's fluctuations.
Other Jade Immortals who contemplated this rift would only sense the overwhelming pressure of the heavens and the earth emanating from within, and they would never dare to entertain any other thoughts or aspirations.
Even the founder of the Immortal Path, who had forcibly breached this realm and established a 'passage', could not provide any further insights to the Jade Immortals attempting to comprehend it.
But Lin Yuan was different.
Having reached the pinnacle of the sixth level of spatial-temporal fusion, Lin Yuan's gaze penetrated the rift, reaching towards the vast origin of the Immortal Realm that lay beyond.
"Simply by comprehending the fluctuations of the law emanating from the origin, I've gained so much in my understanding of the rules," Lin Yuan's heart raced with excitement. "If I could directly enter the origin to cultivate and comprehend, then..."
The prospect of entering the very core of any world was tantalizing, as it was there that one could witness the most fundamental truths of that world.
The Immortal Realm existed on a similar plane to the main universe, and observing its most essential nature would undoubtedly bring about unimaginable benefits in the comprehension of numerous laws.
"However, the origin of the Immortal Realm has long been occupied by the founder of the Immortal Path," Lin Yuan's gaze penetrated deep into the distance, sensing the presence of the founder within the origin.
The fact that the founder had been able to establish a connection between the origin and the outside world meant that they could naturally enter the origin themselves.
Given the abundant cultivation environment that the origin provided, it would be surprising if the founder, who was no fool, had not taken up residence there.
While Lin Yuan's current strength allowed him to forcibly enter the origin, he would undoubtedly be detected by the founder.
In the five hundred years that had passed, Lin Yuan had made significant progress in various aspects of his strength, but he was still no match for a twelfth-stage ultimate being.
Especially with the body he had descended with into the Immortal Realm, which was not as meticulously crafted as the one he had in the main universe.
"As long as I can comprehend the seventh level of space-time, even if I'm right under that founder's nose, they won't be able to find me, let alone stop me from entering the origin," Lin Yuan thought to himself.
The seventh level of spatial-temporal fusion would at least ensure that Lin Yuan remained undefeated at the 'Path Opening' realm. While the founder's strength was indeed that of a twelfth-stage ultimate being, it was unlikely to surpass the boundaries of the 'Path Opening' realm.
"The eleventh stage of the martial arts manual is already mostly complete," Lin Yuan said as a series of characters appeared before him, each one a representation of the intricacies of the eleventh stage.
Perfecting the eleventh stage of the manual was not just about helping Lin Yuan establish a path of evolution for martial arts to spread to others, but also about reaffirming and deepening his understanding of his own path.
Only by thoroughly understanding oneself could one continue to move forward, and with a solid foundation, the future held boundless possibilities.
"Now, I can send out an incarnation to spread the path of martial arts evolution on a small scale," Lin Yuan thought. The Immortal Realm was vast and expansive, its inhabitants innumerable. Lin Yuan had no intention of forsaking such a prime location for spreading his teachings.
As for whether or not he would be detected by the founder? Lin Yuan intended to keep the spread of his teachings localized.
In truth, within the vast Immortal Realm, there existed other cultivation systems besides the mainstream Immortal Path, but they were far inferior and could not compare to the prominence of the Immortal Path.
The Grade A cave mansion was the top-tier cultivation cave in the Cangwu Immortal City, divided into numerous areas. The place where Lin Yuan usually secluded himself to comprehend the irregular rift was just one of his cultivation areas.
Apart from the cultivation area, there were many other sections, such as the reception area, resting quarters, and more.
In the grand hall, Lin Yuan's figure appeared out of thin air, seated atop the majestic throne.
"Master," a figure below immediately greeted Lin Yuan respectfully.
This figure was none other than Yun Zhenzi, the consciousness of a Jade Immortal contained within the purple jade slip that Lin Wu had obtained from the worry-free opportunity.
Yun Zhenzi had fallen during the Immortal-Demon War nearly a thousand millennia ago, leaving behind a means of resurrection. When Lin Yuan examined the jade slip, it was activated, and Yun Zhenzi attempted to seize Lin Yuan's body.
The outcome was obvious.
Yun Zhenzi was easily suppressed by Lin Yuan, and his identity was even borrowed by Lin Yuan to take control of this Grade A cave mansion.
Since he needed to maintain Yun Zhenzi's identity at all times, Lin Yuan didn't completely erase his consciousness. Instead, he rehabilitated Yun Zhenzi, helping him reconstruct his physical body and putting him to work.
Yun Zhenzi was originally a senior Jade Immortal, and with Lin Yuan holding his life in his hands, he had no choice but to obey Lin Yuan's orders if he wanted to survive.
Over the past five hundred years, Lin Yuan had spent most of his time in seclusion. During this period, Yun Zhenzi was in charge of handling trivial matters.
For example, the procurement of various cultivation resources—the cultivation resources that Yun Zhenzi had prepared for himself were all exhausted by Lin Yuan over four hundred years ago.
If he wanted to continue acquiring resources for his cultivation, he would have to trade with the outside world, and Lin Yuan naturally didn't bother with such matters, leaving them to Yun Zhenzi.
"What has happened recently?" Lin Yuan asked casually.
Among the tasks Lin Yuan had entrusted to Yun Zhenzi was the task of keeping an eye on the major events occurring in the Immortal Realm.
"Master," Yun Zhenzi promptly reported the various pieces of intelligence he had gathered.
"It seems that a new Immortal-Demon War is about to begin," Lin Yuan mused to himself.
Every few million years or so, the consciousness of the Demon Abyss Ancestor would revive partially, causing the demons in the depths of the abyss to stir and invade the Immortal Realm without regard for the consequences.
This was the origin of the Immortal-Demon Wars.
"Yes, it seems that way. The various immortal cities, including Cangwu Immortal City, and some other forces are preparing for the upcoming war," Yun Zhenzi replied in a low voice.
He himself had fallen in the previous Immortal-Demon War, so he paid close attention to this type of war, which affected the entire Immortal Realm.
Countless immortals perished in each Immortal-Demon War, and even Jade Immortals were not spared. Powerful Jade Immortals like Yun Zhenzi were no exception, not to mention the ordinary ones.
"Master, a few days ago, someone from the Nine Dragons Merchant Guild requested an audience and expressed their hope that you would refine a batch of Nine Revolutions Golden Pills for them," Yun Zhenzi said.
"Nine Revolutions Golden Pills?"
Lin Yuan stroked his chin thoughtfully.
The Nine Revolutions Golden Pill was an unparalleled life-saving pill for the Golden Immortal stage. No matter what kind of injury one sustained, as long as their true spirit remained, consuming a single pill would instantly heal them.
Even Jade Immortals could recover from most of their injuries by taking this pill.
For any force, the Nine Revolutions Golden Pill was a strategic pill, especially with the imminent threat of the Immortal-Demon War.
Over the past five hundred years of secluded cultivation, Lin Yuan had consumed an unimaginable amount of cultivation resources.
But where did all these resources come from? Plunder?
The volume of cultivation resources Lin Yuan required was enormous. If he relied solely on plunder, one or two instances might not raise any eyebrows.
However, if he continued to do so, he would undoubtedly arouse the fear of all the Jade Immortals and attract the attention of the Dao Ancestor.
Before he became powerful enough to defy such obstacles, Lin Yuan wouldn't dare to act so ostentatiously. Thus, the only way to obtain resources was through trade with other Jade Immortals or forces.
In the Immortal Realm, immortal pills were undoubtedly a hard currency, sought after by everyone from the mundane to the Jade Immortals. They were indispensable for cultivation and other purposes.
Moreover, since Yun Zhenzi himself was a skilled alchemist, Lin Yuan had specifically studied the art of pill refinement for a period of time.
At its core, pill refinement involved the manipulation of various subtle medicinal forces, and with Lin Yuan's heart will that had transcended the twelfth stage, he was naturally gifted in this art.
Coupled with his heaven-defying comprehension ability, it only took him a few days to surpass Yun Zhenzi, a master alchemist, in the art of pill refinement.
Therefore, during his spare time from cultivation, Lin Yuan had Yun Zhenzi sell some of the pills he refined.
With Lin Yuan's heart will and control over subtle medicinal forces, the quality of the pills he refined and his success rate were unbelievably high.
It was through the constant sale of these pills that Lin Yuan was able to sustain his terrifying cultivation expenditure over the past five hundred years.
For Lin Yuan, refining a rare pill could bring him dozens or even hundreds of times the profit.
This was far more efficient and risk-free compared to plunder.
For hundreds of years, most of the pills Lin Yuan sold were traded secretly.
Only on a few dozen occasions did he sell pills openly, and even then, his reputation as a master alchemist began to spread.
"Refine a batch of Nine Revolutions Golden Pills? What kind of compensation is the Nine Dragons Merchant Guild offering?" Lin Yuan asked with interest.
The Nine Revolutions Golden Pill was not only difficult to refine but also required several extremely rare main ingredients. However, these were not concerns for Lin Yuan.
Since the Nine Dragons Merchant Guild wanted him to refine this strategic pill, they would undoubtedly prepare all the necessary materials.
The real question was whether they could afford his price.
"The Jade Immortal from the Nine Dragons Merchant Guild wishes to discuss the compensation with you in person, Master," Yun Zhenzi promptly replied.
The Nine Dragons Merchant Guild was a Jade Immortal-level force with nine Dragon Clan Jade Immortals presiding over it. They were quite renowned in the Thirty-Three Immortal Domains.
"Very well, let him come and see me," Lin Yuan nodded and agreed.
"Yes, Master," Yun Zhenzi immediately began contacting the Jade Immortal from the guild.
In less than a moment, a dignified man clad in a golden scaled robe and with a pair of green horns on his forehead appeared outside the cave mansion.
"Greetings, Master Yun Zhenzi," the Jade Immortal from the Nine Dragons Merchant Guild greeted politely. Although Lin Yuan had only sold pills openly a handful of times in the past few hundred years, each pill he offered was of exceptional quality. Thus, the outside world unanimously believed that Master Yun Zhenzi possessed the ability to refine the Nine Revolutions Golden Pill.
"Greetings, Qinglong," Lin Yuan said.
The Nine Dragons Merchant Guild was presided over by nine Dragon Clan Jade Immortals, and the one standing before him was Qinglong, one of the most powerful among them. He was known for his domineering demeanor in dealing with outsiders.
(End of Chapter)
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