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Chapter 794: Nine Spirit Lord, Please Meet the Alchemy Sect!
Chapter 794: Nine Spirit Lord, Please Meet the Alchemy Sect!
Inside the Inner Mansion.
Luo Chen sat cross-legged on the lotus platform, a sharp and incomparable crimson sword qi continuously spraying onto the Yuan Tu Jian on his knees as he breathed in and out.
The Thousand Heaven Thousand Transformation Sword Scripture claims not to be confined to the distinction between sword orbs and flying swords, but in reality, its cultivation methods have evolved from orthodox sword cultivation techniques.
Harboring a sharp sword qi within, it can be unleashed over thousands of miles.
This sword qi was originally to be contained within a sword orb, allowing it to transform endlessly and bring about myriad calamities with a single sword strike.
After modifying the cultivation method, it can be attached to a flying sword, achieving a similar effect.
Furthermore, this sword scripture, while ostensibly a sword cultivation technique, seems more like a one-time sword dao power to Luo Chen.
It can be consumed, with each use depleting a portion of the sword qi, but it can also be replenished.
Unlike the profound powers of understanding like the Withering and Flourishing Dao Finger, it can be practiced systematically.
Gathering the Nine Heavens Spiritual Essence and refining countless sword qi, when unleashed, it can unleash an overwhelming force.
Huff...
Luo Chen exhaled a long stream of crimson qi, which slithered like a red snake into the Yuan Tu Jian.
He slowly opened his eyes, revealing a satisfied expression.
After several months, he had finally refined another strand of Crimson Heaven Sword Qi! If he included the two strands he refined during the year of travel, that made a total of three strands.
Calculating the time, Luo Chen's initially satisfied expression faded somewhat.
Three strands of Crimson Heaven Sword Qi took a year and a half!
Ten strands would take five years?
To reach the thousand heaven count recorded in the sword scripture... five hundred years?
"No wonder this sword scripture is ranked at the fifth tier, exclusive to Divine Transformation Powerhouses. To achieve its full potential, even without any consumption, it would take five hundred years!"
"Ordinary Nascent Soul Cultivators, how could they have such a lifespan to spend on a one-time power?"
Luo Chen muttered, shaking his head, but he was not entirely despondent.
According to the sword scripture, ten strands of Crimson Heaven Sword Qi could already dominate the Core Formation Stage, and a hundred strands would be a formidable tool in the hands of a Nascent Soul Cultivator.
He did not aim for the thousand heaven count; he only sought a hundred strands of sword qi, an additional means of protection.
A hundred strands, fifty years!
"Wait a moment?"
Luo Chen seemed to recall something, his heart stirring.
A light screen appeared before his eyes.
It was the familiar attribute panel!
His gaze immediately locked onto the cultivation technique section.
[Thousand Heaven Thousand Transformation Sword Scripture: Beginner 30/100]
Seeing this, Luo Chen was momentarily stunned.
Three strands had increased the proficiency by a full thirty points!
That means refining one strand of Crimson Heaven Sword Qi represents ten points of proficiency, and ten strands could advance a level?
But that wasn't the important part!
What was important was that the cultivation techniques on the attribute panel often underwent some unique changes after reaching a certain proficiency level.
Mostly, these changes were related to the upper limits of the cultivation technique or spell.
The Thousand Heaven Thousand Transformation Sword Scripture emphasizes quantity and limits speed. If he could increase proficiency, could it possibly break the speed limit and significantly enhance the refinement speed?
"If that's the case, perhaps I won't need five hundred years to fully master this sword scripture."
At this thought, Luo Chen's heart couldn't help but race.
According to the sword scripture, when this technique is fully mastered, the thousand heavens' qi will surge to the stars, making it a formidable power even for Divine Transformation Powerhouses.
Even in the hands of a Nascent Soul Cultivator, it could pose a threat to Divine Transformation Powerhouses if used unexpectedly.
Fuchao Sheng agreed to Fu Qinglan's request to give him this powerful sword scripture because it takes too long to master, so he didn't mind.
But if he could shorten the time...
Inhale...
Luo Chen took a deep breath, suppressing his excitement.
He tenderly caressed the Yuan Tu Jian on his knees.
"Whether I can succeed depends on the changes after the first stage; I must not be overly ambitious."
"For now, I must follow the plan I set out earlier."
"Fu Lao should be arriving soon!"
...
Two days later!
A large group of people entered the Windflower Realm.
This scene immediately alarmed the various forces within the Windflower Realm.
Especially the Core Formation Sects began to panic.
They feared this group was coming for the Windflower Realm territory, which would mean a conflict with the Glory Palace.
Regardless of the outcome, the smaller factions would suffer.
But unexpectedly, this group, led by a Nascent Soul True Cultivator and comprising fifteen Core Formation Cultivators, did not head to the Glory Palace.
Their destination...
"Is Hundred Mile Green River!"
The valley master of the Blazing Wind Valley, who had once attended Luo Chen's Nascent Soul celebration, stood on a mountain peak, carefully observing and concluding this result.
A nearby Golden Core Sect leader, a friend of the valley master, was puzzled.
"Hundred Mile Green River, Luo Tian Sect? Why would so many people go to the Luo Tian Sect in such a grand manner? Could they be seeking revenge?"
The Blazing Wind Valley Master shook his head, "Luo Tian's prestige is currently very strong, and it's rumored they have good relations with the Glory Palace and the White Crane Sect. Who would be so foolish as to cause trouble for them in the Glory Palace's territory?"
After some thought, he instructed, "They're not coming for us. Let the disciples return first, and we'll follow to see the situation."
"You're right, Master of the Valley. The situation is ever-changing, and if we can get first-hand information, we'll be better prepared."
Soon, the leaders of the two major Golden Core factions dismissed their disciples and followed the massive group ahead of them.
Along the way, many other factions received the news and joined the pursuit.
Even the Skyscraping Cliff, which was entrenched around the outskirts of Glory Palace, was alerted and sent people to inquire about the situation.
Upon learning that the group was headed towards Hundred Mile Green River, the Skyscraping Cliff cultivators quickly returned to report to their ancestors.
...
"It's the Divine Symbol Sect!"
The Skyscraping Old Devil, hidden in the void, gazed from afar at the team stationed on the Black Water Riverbank, ready for battle, and immediately recognized them.
However, he was puzzled as to why Fu Lao had brought so many Golden Core cultivators to the Luo Tian Sect.
"Could it be..."
He thought of a possibility, and his face changed uncontrollably.
He clenched his teeth, refraining from acting rashly, and quietly waited.
After about half a day, he saw Fu Lao, that old fellow, flying out from Great Green Mountain, looking solemn.
But within his solemn expression, his eyes were filled with joy!
Just then, Fu Lao lifted his head and glanced in his direction.
"This old fellow is so sharp that he could see through my concealment technique!"
The Skyscraping Old Devil's face darkened, not because Fu Lao had discovered him, but because of the other party's actions.
That Luo Chen, after half a year, had actually refined the required pills for the Divine Symbol Sect!
And it was very likely a fourth-tier breakthrough-class pill that would aid in Incarnation! Otherwise, Fu Lao wouldn't have made such a grand display, leading almost all the elite members of the sect to the Luo Tian Sect.
He was afraid that something might happen to the pills on their way back! Fifteen Golden Core cultivators, if coordinated well and supplemented with other means, would be no less powerful than any early-stage Nascent Soul cultivator.
Especially since these people were from the same sect.
In his sight, the Divine Symbol Sect cultivators showed no hesitation. After Fu Lao returned, they immediately left Hundred Mile Green River without rest.
The Skyscraping Old Devil hesitated for a while but ultimately did not follow them.
Without the support of the Skyscraping Cliff, he couldn't handle Fu Lao, let alone the fifteen Golden Core cultivators.
He stood in place, unable to resist glancing at Great Green Mountain.
"According to rumors, Luo Chen boasts of his ability in pill refinement. Now it seems it's not just talk."
"In the future, who knows how many fellow cultivators will seek him out for pill refinement. But if that's the case, my grudge against him for destroying my true artifact..."
Thinking of the future, the Skyscraping Old Devil's face grew even darker.
Clang!
Suddenly, a sword's roar reverberated through the void.
On Great Green Mountain, a crimson sword qi soared into the sky!
Its sharp intent rushed towards the Skyscraping Old Devil's hiding place.
He was startled and quickly retreated, escaping without a trace.
"Did Fu Lao notify him, or did Luo Chen discover me himself?"
...
In Great Green Mountain, Luo Chen pressed his left hand on his right forearm, and the crimson sword shadow gradually subsided.
The three strands of Crimson Heaven Sword Qi were far from reaching the point of qualitative change through quantitative change.
The reason he could repel the Skyscraping Old Devil with a single sword was also due to the Soul Butcher Sword's body.
Luo Chen stroked his right forearm where the Soul Butcher Sword resided, deep in thought.
"The Soul Butcher Sword is inherently peerlessly sharp, a top-tier weapon in the world, second only to a true Sword Dao Spirit Treasure."
"Using this sword as a medium to cultivate Crimson Heaven Sword Qi, its might may be far more powerful than the effects recorded in the sword scripture."
"Before, I didn't notice this point."
After this thought, Luo Chen left his Inner Mansion and headed towards the hall where the Black Ape Puppet was located.
As soon as he arrived, the Black Ape Puppet, which was guiding Qu Jiu in drawing talismanic scripts on a beast symbol, suddenly froze.
"Master?"
Qu Jiu was taken aback.
Then, a faint light flew out from the top of the Black Ape Puppet's head and entered the heavenly crown of the white-robed Daoist who had just arrived.
Seeing the face that was both young and extremely dignified, Qu Jiu instantly understood everything.
He bowed, "Qu Jiu pays respects to Master!"
Luo Chen waved his hand, "No need for excessive courtesy."
Then, he walked to a table.
After a moment of silence, he suddenly moved.
He picked up a brush, dipped it in ink! On a dark red symbol skin, he swiftly outlined talismanic runes, and spiritual power flowed from his brush tip, threading into the symbol skin.
Qu Jiu watched this scene, not daring to breathe.
The Black Ape Puppet itself didn't possess spiritual power, and the high-grade spirit stones embedded in its body were mostly for daily activities.
Therefore, these days were spent mainly on theoretical research, without practical application.
Most of the time, he was guiding Qu Jiu in talisman crafting, while also verifying certain ideas.
Now that the main body had arrived, there was no need for unnecessary talk.
After just one incense stick's worth of time, Luo Chen swiftly stopped.
He extended his hand and beckoned, and the already formed talismanic script on the table gently flew up.
"Little Jiu, give me your assessment of this Blazing Sun Charm. At what level do you think it is?"
Qu Jiu swallowed his saliva and carefully examined the charm.
Over the past few months, his foundation in Talisman Craft had been thoroughly solidified under Luo Chen's guidance.
Just like when Luo Chen taught Qu Lingjun to refine pills, his teaching style initially focused on imparting knowledge, and only later would he gradually introduce practical applications.
Although Qu Jiu's ability to craft talismans might still be average, his understanding of Symbolic Script had already taken shape.
He studied the charm intently for a while, and finally, with great caution, he spoke, "According to my observation, Master, this Blazing Sun Charm you crafted has a force that penetrates three parts. The talisman runes are as if they were naturally formed, and the inner essence of Great Spell Power has almost reached the limit of this charm's skin. If we were to grade it, it would be a high-quality second-tier charm. As for its power, it's comparable to the full-strength strike of a late-stage Foundation Establishment Great Cultivator!"
Upon hearing this answer, a smile appeared on Luo Chen's face.
"Very accurate assessment, well done!"
On the attribute panel, the proficiency of the Blazing Sun Charm had just reached the Master level.
The reason it hadn't reached the Great Perfection level was due to the charm skin he had used earlier, which had restricted him.
"Little Jiu, go and pick out a few more second-tier fire-attributed charm skins for me. While we have some free time, I'll draw a few more Blazing Sun Charms."
"Yes, Master!"
Qu Jiu hurried to select suitable charm skins.
Luo Chen stood by the desk with his hands behind his back, a smile on his face.
The news of him helping the Divine Symbol Sect refine the Incarnation Pill would soon spread throughout the Windflower Realm and even the Heavensoaring Five Realms!
Next, it was certain that some people wouldn't be able to resist coming to ask him to refine pills, constantly disturbing his quiet cultivation.
At times like these, it wasn't suitable to continue refining Crimson Heaven Sword Qi.
Instead, he could take this opportunity to improve his Talisman Craft!
His Third-Stage Talisman Craft had some water in it, primarily because his attainment in spells was too high, so his starting point was already advanced.
If he wanted to solidify this skill, he would have to learn a large number of fundamental things, just like when he practiced pill refinement and formation techniques.
This wouldn't be difficult for him!
Various basic spells were second nature to Luo Chen.
Now, he had an ample supply of charm skins, and he also had a Green Mane Brush, a treasure-level talisman brush.
Even the most lacking ingredient, the Charm Ink Cinnabar, he had obtained a batch of it earlier when he exchanged a bit of his experience with refining the Incarnation Pill with Fu Lao.
The Divine Symbol Sect had a large-scale operation, and these small items were in abundance.
On the contrary, the experience and insights that aided in pill refinement were priceless. This was also Luo Chen's subtle compensation to the Divine Symbol Sect after deducting the Incarnation Pill.
Luo Chen offered the peach, and Fu Lao wouldn't be stingy; instead, he reciprocated with a large batch of Charm Ink Cinnabar.
With this, Luo Chen could freely practice Talisman Craft.
"In the path of cultivation, every skill is closely related to one's cultivation."
"Although my heart doesn't lie in Talisman Craft, if I can cultivate it alongside my main path, it may help me in ways I can't predict. Just like how pill refinement enhances my cultivation, formation techniques assist me in refining treasures, and even help me perfect the Netherworld Flame Hell technique."
"If I can cultivate a hundred skills, I can complement each other and use the strengths of one to overcome the weaknesses of another. I'll be able to face any situation without hindrance!"
"In the past, I didn't have the conditions, but now with my extended lifespan, profound cultivation, and the proficiency panel as an external aid, it's time to pick up the various skills I've neglected."
As he pondered, he heard Qu Jiu's hurried footsteps returning.
Luo Chen smiled slightly and released a Soul Fragment, which he infused into the Black Ape Puppet.
"Grind the ink for me!"
"Little Jiu, lay out the charm skins!"
"Today, I'll indulge in drawing talismans!"
...
Just as the Skyscraping Old Devil had anticipated, and as Luo Chen had expected.
When the Divine Symbol Sect made a grand spectacle of their journey to and from Hundred Mile Green River, many onlookers understood the truth behind it.
The Supreme Elder of the Heavenly Origin Dao Sect, Luo Chen, had indeed helped the Divine Symbol Sect refine the desired fourth-tier pill!
With this, the boast he once made about his ability as a Grand Master of Pill Refinement was now completely substantiated.
The name Dan Shi Luo Chen instantly resounded throughout the Windflower Realm.
Furthermore, at an unstoppable pace, his fame began to spread across the Heavensoaring Five Realms.
Those with low cultivation marveled and revered him, filled with admiration.
Cultivators with profound cultivation, like Nascent Soul Cultivators, began to stir with anticipation.
Among those who had attended Luo Chen's Incarnation Ceremony, one of them couldn't contain himself any longer.
He first went to the Divine Symbol Sect's residence in the Hundred Beast Region, attempting to pay a visit to Fu Lao and inquire about the inside story.
However, the Divine Symbol Sect kept their mountain gates tightly shut, not allowing any disturbances.
Instantly, he understood that the rumors were true.
Fu Lao had obtained a fourth-tier pill that aided in breaking through cultivation barriers, and without delay, he had a certain cultivator who had been stuck at the Golden Core stage for a long time consume the pill. Amidst the turbulent and chaotic times, this cultivator was forcefully pushing for a breakthrough to the Nascent Soul stage.
Without further hesitation, he rushed to the Windflower Realm.
On this day, outside Hundred Mile Green River, a middle-aged man in a nine-colored robe with an imposing aura descended from the Lawful Cloud.
Amidst the curiosity of the Heavenly Origin Dao Sect's cultivators and the prying eyes of his fellow cultivators, he swept his wide sleeves.
A hundred miles apart, he spoke loudly, "Nine Spirit Lord, please meet the Alchemy Master!"
(End of Chapter)
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