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Chapter 70: Buying a House? Impossible in This Lifetime
Chapter 70: Buying a House? Impossible in This Lifetime
Half a month had passed since the grand opening of the Dao Discussion Platform.
During this time, Luo Chen broke his usual routine and did not continue refining elixirs. There were many reasons for this. He needed to familiarize himself with the people and affairs of the Broken Mountain Gang. His supply of spirit stones wasn't too scarce either; he already had 150 lower-grade spirit stones and earned another 200 from selling tickets. The Qi Nourishing Pills he had bought previously were enough to last him a month.
However, these were not the most important factors.
The most significant reason was the numerous battles he had observed, especially the life-and-death struggle among eighteen Qi Refinement cultivators. These battles had provided him with a wealth of insights.
Although they were all at the same major cultivation level, the differences in their spiritual energy reserves were merely a matter of quantity. The techniques and methods used by the more advanced cultivators did not exceed his understanding.
After observing these battles, he gained a deeper understanding of spells, magical tools, and the transition between offense and defense. This kind of insight, while not a legendary "sudden enlightenment," was still extremely valuable.
Therefore, he had to seize this opportunity to absorb and digest these insights, transforming them into genuine combat prowess. After all, Gao Tingyuan was still out there, eyeing him like a hawk.
His cultivation level couldn't be improved in the short term, so he focused on enhancing his combat skills.
Moreover, he had the logistical support for it. The Master-level Longevity Technique had an automatic spirit recovery effect, allowing him to cast a sufficient number of spells.
For half a month, he practiced daily with Qin Liangchen. While helping Qin Liangchen get a feel for his arms, his own spell proficiency also increased steadily.
Now, it was time to reap the rewards.
Lifespan: 27/75
Spirit Roots: Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, Earth
Cultivation Level: Qi Refinement 5th Layer: 16/100
Cultivation Technique: Master-level Longevity Technique: 560/1000
Spells: Perfect Fireball Spell, Master-level Soaring Technique 712/1000, Master-level Wind Control Technique 510/1000, Master-level Gravitation Technique 550/1000, Perfect Binding Technique 370/500, Perfect Spirit Sight Technique 310/500, Proficient Cleansing Technique 201/300
Skills: 1st Rank Alchemist: Master-level Fasting Powder 840/1000, Perfect Wondrous Pill 301/500
Achievement Points: 21
After reviewing his current attribute panel, Luo Chen was incredibly excited. He had finally maxed out the proficiency of a spell: the Perfect Fireball Spell!
With a single thought, a fireball appeared in his palm. It was about the size of a fist, radiating intense heat. If it exploded, it would generate a formidable shockwave.
Furrowing his brow, he wondered if the Perfect Fireball Spell had brought any changes. He released a bit of spiritual energy, and the fireball transformed into a small bird, resembling a sparrow or a phoenix, vivid and lifelike.
If a knowledgeable cultivator were present, they would likely be impressed. Such subtle transformations were only possible for disciples of the Five Elements Divine Sect, and not just any disciple, but inner disciples with the potential to reach the Foundation Establishment stage.
However, Luo Chen was still somewhat dissatisfied. This transformation was not a result of the Perfect Fireball Spell. It was a technique he had developed over the past half-month, with Qin Liangchen's guidance and his own experimentation, incorporating elements of the Gravitation Technique.
But in essence, it did not significantly enhance the spell's speed or power. It merely improved his control over spiritual energy. Oh, and it also brought the Gravitation Technique to Perfect proficiency.
However, this was not what Luo Chen had hoped for.
"So, where is the change?" Luo Chen pondered, continuously increasing the amount of spiritual energy in his hand. One after another, small fireballs appeared.
Soon, he had ten fireballs. In the past, this would have been his limit, and he could have used these ten small fireballs to create his signature move, "Flying Fire Glow."
Suddenly, Luo Chen felt something different. His limit seemed to have been broken.
With a thought, another fireball slowly appeared. His brow arched as he increased the spiritual energy output, and a twelfth fireball formed!
Again!
Thirteen! Fourteen! Twenty!
Sitting cross-legged on the bed, Luo Chen watched as twenty small fireballs danced and swirled around him, exuding a deadly aura.
Luo Chen was deeply moved, not just by the number but because he felt he could continue increasing the number. Based on his current spiritual energy reserves, he could now cast nearly a hundred small fireballs!
Although none of them were in their maximum state, the sheer number was a significant improvement.
But that’s already terrifying.
What does this mean?
A high-grade first-rank talisman like the Meteor Shower only contains a hundred Fireball spells.
And high-grade talismans are typically used for offensive techniques by cultivators in the late Qi Condensation stage.
"Seems like the changes don’t stop here?"
Luo Chen hesitated, bringing two Fireballs close to each other.
Sizzle.
Sparks flew, and the two Fireballs fused without any resistance.
The size also doubled.
"Not just two, but more!"
Luo Chen is usually cautious, especially in combat, which is why he recently agreed to spar with Qin Liangchen to get used to fighting.
Unlike the previous two times when he had to kill for treasure, which were more about passive retaliation.
But Luo Chen is also bold.
This is evident in his approach to alchemy and magic, where he doesn’t need to compete with others.
He dared to risk everything to refine the All-Wonder Pill, and he dared to practice the dangerous Spirit Eye Technique without any guidance.
Now, facing another transformation of the Fireball spell.
He began the fusion process, being both cautious and daring.
After two, three, four, five Fireballs,
Luo Chen stared wide-eyed at the massive Fireball, which looked like a small sun.
The next moment, his Master-level Free Roaming and Master-level Wind Riding Technique instinctively activated.
Whoosh!
A figure shot out.
Behind him, the small sun became unstable and slowly expanded.
A blazing sun suddenly erupted!
Boom!
"Damn you, Luo Chen, what are you doing?"
Qin Liangchen stared in shock at the house, half of which had collapsed and was engulfed in flames.
"Big Brother Qin, if I say I accidentally blew up the house while refining a pill, would you believe me?"
Luo Chen had somehow appeared beside him, looking innocent.
Qin Liangchen stared at him, then spoke slowly.
"Do you think I’m an idiot?"
Luo Chen chuckled, not bothering to explain further.
Suddenly, he remembered something and shouted.
"Fire! Help with the fire!"
Some of his belongings were still inside.
In the end, they didn’t let outsiders help with the fire.
Qin Liangchen, who possesses Earth, Metal, and Water spiritual roots, usually uses Metal-type magical artifacts and spells in combat but also knows a few Water spells.
A Small Cloud Rain spell sent down a drizzle, protecting the half-collapsed house from the fire.
As the flames died down, Luo Chen rushed inside.
A moment later, he emerged with a copper furnace.
"Phew, that’s a relief."
"The prepared herbs weren’t destroyed, just a bit dirty. They can still be used after cleaning."
"Sister Xiu’s plants, which were outside during the day, were all unharmed."
"My most cherished Purple Cloud Copper Furnace is also fine."
The small sun had exploded in the bedroom.
The bedroom, naturally, suffered the most damage.
But it only contained a bed, a wooden table, and a few clothes.
Not worth much.
When they came out, they found an old man jumping and cursing.
"Fine, you must pay a fine!"
Qin Liangchen sighed, "Old Sun, it was just an accident during alchemy, no need to pay spirit stones!"
"What do you mean an accident? These houses were specially built by cultivators from Mount Ailao, harmonizing the five elements. They’re grand and beautiful. Now the house is destroyed; you have to compensate us." Sun Shou cursed, looking heartbroken.
Qin Liangchen smiled apologetically, "I’ll have my subordinates repair the house immediately, and we’ll restore it to its original state."
Sun Shou sneered, "Your subordinates can’t match the cultivators from Mount Ailao."
"Five! Five spirit stones!" Luo Chen gritted his teeth.
"Deal, hand over the spirit stones!"
Sun Shou’s sneer vanished, his expression becoming as warm as a spring breeze.
Luo Chen, heartbroken, handed over five spirit stones. This old man’s face changes faster than a dog’s!
After receiving the spirit stones, Sun Shou added as he left.
"The next quarter’s rent is due, remember to pay me on time."
"Oh, and Little Qin, you also need to pay spirit stones. I suggest you buy this West Wing. It’s not expensive, only a few thousand spirit stones."
"Old Sun, take care!"
"Old Sun, be careful not to trip as you leave!"
Luo and Qin hurriedly saw the old man off.
Then, they stood dejectedly looking at the smoking, collapsed house.
Qin Liangchen: "Buy a house? No way in this lifetime! If we have to buy, we’ll buy near the Luo Yun Sect, closer to my son."
Luo Chen: "My house, what a disaster!"
(End of Chapter)
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