Chapter 201: True and Late Friends
Chapter 201 - Real People's Former Friends
Half a year later.
At the top of Little Turtle Peak, in the pavilion by the pool.
"Big Brother Lu! This time we meet, I observed your mana fluctuation, it's not far from impacting the late stage of Foundation Establishment."
The yellow-skirted girl with a face like a beautiful jade, her voice was clear and crisp, her eyes moving brightly, as if she were an attentive concubine, pinching Lu Chang'an's shoulders and pounding his back.
"Seven years from now, the 'Green Underworld Mysterious Realm' will open once again."
"With Brother Lu's extraordinary strength, once he becomes a late stage Foundation Establishment Major Cultivator, it will be hard to find an opponent in the Secret Realm. At that time, there is a good chance of getting the chance to form a dan."
"The Secret Realm of the Green Underworld?"
Lu Changan's heart stirred and counted the time.
The last time the Green Destiny Secret Realm opened, he was only ninety-six years old, with an early Foundation Establishment cultivation.
Most of the cultivators who participated in the Green Destiny Secret Realm were young and strong at the middle to late stage of Foundation Establishment, with deep roots.
"Are you so sure that I will be able to break through the late stage of Foundation Establishment? Besides, it is not easy for a non-clan cultivator to get a spot."
Lu Chang'an said without moving.
Because of the Tian Zhi Lou prediction a few years ago, he felt that it might not be in time for the Secret Realm of the Green Underworld.
"Brother Lu has pure magic power and a solid foundation, although your cultivation progress is slow, it's not stagnant. Qingxuan not only believes that you will be able to advance to the late stage of Foundation Establishment, but even if you were to attain pills in the future, your hope would be beyond the ordinary." Zhou Qingxuan's pear vortex blossomed into a sweet smile.
Her confidence in Lu Changan mainly stemmed from the fact that the latter was able to separate himself from the Hundred Lodging Soul Compass and take control of his body.
Coming from a family of beast control, Zhou Qingxuan was well aware of the horror of the Hundred Lodging Soul Compulsion, and even the true disciples of the YuanYing Sect would most likely not be able to do so.
"As for the quota for the Green Underworld Mystic Realm. As long as Brother Lu is willing, my Zhou family can help you get one."
Compared to casual cultivators, clans and families were easier to get a place, but they also had to fight for it and pay a small price.
At the same time, each sect foundation cultivator is only qualified to enter the Green Destiny Mysterious Realm once in his life.
For example, Zhao Siyao, who had entered the Green Destiny Mysterious Realm forty years ago, would not be qualified this time.
"Miss Zhou has good intentions, Mister Lu appreciates it. If there is that day, we will discuss it in the long run."
Lu Changan glanced at the well-behaved and attentive yellow-skirted girl.
Youthful and beautiful, noble birth, excellent natural talent, extraordinary strength, take the initiative to fall on the sticker, for the king to plan......
This is how many men dream of a partner.
However, Lu Changan is clear that there is no good in the world without a reason, and there is no such perfect partner.
Zhou Qingxuan was so pleasing to the eye because of the dual shackles of the compulsion restriction and the oath of the Heart Demon.
Zhou Qingxuan's life and future are in Lu Changan's hands.
The real Zhou Qingxuan is a quirky, clever and calculating person who is never soft on people.
Back then, outside of the Bamboo Leaf Mountain Market, this girl did not hesitate to chop off her uncle's arm in order to survive.
Including selling Lu Changan a questionable elixir at a low price.
Of course, this girl's heart is not that bad.
In the past, in the Yellow Dragon Immortal City, Lu Chang'an, who was in the Qi Refining Stage, paid a visit to the door and gave the Mu Family a hand in purchasing a second-stage spirit beast. Although Zhou Qingxuan was a bit realistic in her gestures, she eventually honored the favor.
"There's a good news to tell Brother Lu."
Zhou Qingxuan smiled sweetly, snuggled up to Lu Chang'an and sat down, the fragrance coming out of her nose.
"My Zhou Family's 'Blood Spirit Pool' has a washing effect on the physique of spirit pets, and besides significantly boosting their cultivation, it can also slightly promote their bloodline."
"However, the Blood Spirit Pool opens once every many years, requiring the consumption of quite a few precious treasures, and the quota is limited and rarely open to the public. Qingxuan managed to get Grandpa to relent and consider squeezing out a quota."
"What are your grandfather's requirements?"
Lu Changan knew that Zhou Qingxuan's grandfather was the Zhou Family's False Dan Ancestor, who had been famous for a long time.
"My grandfather wants to see you once."
Zhou Qingxuan glanced at him and immediately added, "This is not Qingxuan's intention, it's just my grandfather's personal thoughts. If you don't want to go, no one is forcing you."
"When will the Blood Spirit Pool open? There is only one quota?"
Lu Changan naturally didn't want to go to the Zhou family. When he sees if he can be flexible, as long as the price is enough, he may as well buy a place and not have to take advantage of the Zhou Family.
"Probably within a year or two." Zhou Qingxuan replied.
"Competition within the Zhou Clan is fierce, and there is only one quota. Qingxuan suggests that the Xuan Shui Turtle of the Earth Grade bloodline go."
......
Three days later, Zhou Qingxuan left Little Turtle Peak on a flying bird.
Before parting, she mentioned that a large auction would be held in Prairie Immortal City two months later.
This auction will be the first of its kind in ten years, and there will be an auction of pandanus-forming items.
Lu Changan declined the invitation to attend the auction with Zhou Qingxuan on the grounds of cultivation.
About this auction, more than one friend mentioned it to Lu Changan.
One month later.
A late stage Foundation Establishment female cultivator with a cool posture and flowing fairy dress arrived as promised.
"Fellow Daoist Zhao is here."
Lu Changan smiled and welcomed Fairy Zhao to the poolside pavilion.
Zhao Siyao smelled the fresh lotus scent, glanced at the large blooming lotus flowers, as well as the Xuan Shui Turtle lazily floating in the pool, and couldn't help but be in a soothing mood.
She smiled and said, "Whenever I return to Little Turtle Peak, I will feel extra relaxed and have a peaceful state of mind." Zhao Siyao was preparing to attend the auction in Prairie Immortal City, which wasn't really a side trip, but just a trip to Little Turtle Peak as promised.
"If Fellow Daoist Zhao likes it, you can be a guest at Little Turtle Peak for a few days."
Lu Changan wasn't just saying pleasantries.
He wouldn't stay for the night with a normal female cultivator.
Zhao Siyao was his most trusted cultivator in this life, having known each other since his youth, all the way to today.
"Thank you, Taoist Lu, for your kindness." Zhao Siyao politely declined.
In over a hundred years of passing years, she had never stayed at Lu Chang'an's residence.
"Fellow Daoist Zhao has already cultivated to the peak of Foundation Establishment and is preparing for JieDan, is there any progress in the near future?"
After a few moments of small talk, Lu Chang'an got to the point.
"Among the Foundation Establishment Cultivators in Golden Cloud Valley, Siyao's qualifications are not outstanding, not to mention not having the backing of a True Dan Stage Elder. If you want to exchange the Crystal Condensation Pill within the sect, there's no hope in ten years. Even if you wait in line for more than ten years, you may be cut in line......"
Zhao Siyao mentioned the current situation in Golden Cloud Valley.
It was Lu Changan's relationship that made her pour out her heart and vent her bitterness.
In the eyes of outsiders, she is still the same Yao Yue Fairy who is so cool that she doesn't enter the mud.
Lu Changan knew that Zhao Siyao had once refused subterfuge during her first few decades in Golden Cloud Valley, especially at the Foundation Establishment Stage.
And now, at the level of conjugation.
The chance of attaining dan is a top strategic resource in Golden Cloud Valley.
Those beautiful female cultivators, even if they are willing to sacrifice their lives, it is very difficult to get what they want, and it is very likely that they will be cheated.
"Only 30% of the materials for the Crystal Condensation Pill have been collected. The most crucial main drug for the formation of the Pill, the 'Seven Core Xuan Yue Flower', including two rare auxiliary drugs, can't be found."
"More fortunately, two years ago, I paid a small price to get a common conjugation spirit, which can slightly increase the quality of the conjugation."
Nowadays, Zhao Siyao didn't have the luxury of exchanging the crystal condensation pills in the sect, and wanted to replicate the thought process she had when she was building her foundation with the help of external forces.
Lu Changan knew very well that Zhao Siyao's qualifications and age could not afford to wait for more than ten years.
Going forward, the success rate of the Condensation Pill would become lower and lower.
"For this large-scale auction in Prairie Immortal City, Siyao is prepared to go over and try her luck. If you are interested, you can go with me... Tan'er and the others will be arriving soon."......"
Zhao Siyao invited.
"I've already gotten the late stage Foundation Establishment breaking pills, so I won't go to the auction."
Lu Changan said, pulling out a brocade bag and handing it to Zhao Siyao.
"This spirit stone is a token of Mister Lu's appreciation, I hope that Fellow Daoist Zhao can get something at the auction."
In his last reply, Lu Chang'an mentioned that he could not help much, so he could only borrow a few thousand spirit stones as a token of his appreciation.
"A few years ago when I came back from the battlefield of Beacon Country, Siyao had no way to repay. This spirit stone......"
Zhao Siyao took the bag, biting her lower lip and looking ashamed.
Lu Changan thought of that time.
Outside the Golden Cloud Valley, the two had a private chat and almost broke the windowpaper.
"Lu Chang'an, how do you want me to repay such a great favor?"
At that time, Zhao Siyao, gazing at him, had said this.
Lu Chang'an naturally understood the implication.
That was the closest the two of them had gotten to each other, but they didn't take that step after all.
"Fellow Daoist Zhao, there's no need to be upset. This is the spirit stone that I borrowed from you, and I will have to return it in the future."
Lu Changan affirmed.
"If Siyao fails to congeal pills in the future and unfortunately perishes, I'm afraid that you, Fellow Daoist Lu, will have to do a losing business."
Zhao Siyao turned to smile.
Lu Changan heard her jest and leisurely said:
"If Fellow Daoist Zhao can't pay it back, I believe Zhao Tan'er will take on the debt for her benefactor. With her potential, a few thousand spirit stones should not matter."
Zhao Siyao was speechless.
The risk of a few thousand spirit stones is nothing to Lu Chang'an's current worth.
"Fellow Daoist Zhang doesn't plan to go to the auction this time?"
Lu Chang'an changed the topic and said.
He had a few interests in Zhang Tieshan's progress in conjugating dan.
"Senior brother Zhang is almost done preparing the items for the formation of the dan, and is only waiting to exchange for the crystal condensation dan. He doesn't intend to leave Golden Cloud Valley before the Condensation Pill." There was a hint of envy in Zhao Siyao's eyes.
Lu Changan was secretly surprised, not expecting Zhang Tieshan to progress so quickly.
The two entered the Golden Cloud Valley at the same time when they were teenagers.
Zhang Tieshan was not as good as Zhao Siyao except that he was the first in the Illusory Heart Pass and had a great heart.
He had also entered the Green Underworld Mysterious Realm and participated in the Immortal Cultivation War.
However, Zhang Tieshan's rewards often exceeded those of ordinary cultivators in one opportunity after another.
Including all kinds of training and actual battles.
With more than a hundred years of cultivation, the gap widened without realizing it.
Thinking about it, Lu Chang'an didn't find it surprising.
Moreover, he had speculated early on that Zhang Tieshan might have a chance on him.
......
At Little Turtle Peak, Lu Changan sent Zhao Siyao away and likewise declined the invitation to attend the auction together.
Half a month later.
Lu Chang'an quietly left Wu Qi Mountain, disguised his identity through the Hundred Illusion Mask, and traveled to Prairie Immortal City.
This auction was large in scale and had more business opportunities.
Lu Changan wanted to act privately and sell those practicing puppets and pills.
Dispose of a batch of obsolete talismans of low quality.
Acquire a lot of resources as well.
For example, life-extension pills, materials for quasi third-order puppets, talisman drawing materials, and so on.
If there is a chance, third-order talisman materials will not be rejected.
When he was promoted to the late stage of Foundation Establishment, Lu Changan's Divine Sense would still be able to grow a bit.
At that time, with the effects of the Immortal Mist Tea, he would have the opportunity to try to refine third-order talismans.
"One hundred and thirty-eight years old."
Lu Chang'an arrived at the Prairie Immortal City, and realized the flow of age on his body.
His cultivation career in this life reached one hundred and twenty years.
The auction is still a few days away.
The major inns in Liaoyuan Immortal City were full, gathering cultivators from all over Liang.
All the stores have shelved some high-end items.
At this time, the prices of ordinary goods are cheap, but the rare resources are more expensive.
Lu Changan disguised his identity and sold puppets, talismans, and pills in batches.
Among them, the puppets, because they had saved up a lot, sold the most spirit stones, more than 20,000 yuan.
Lu Chang'an only kept two good second rank top puppets.
Before the auction, Lu Changan acquired a batch of puppet painting materials, and only got a small amount of quasi third-order ones.
Third-order materials, with his status, could only be purchased at the auction at his discretion.
......
A few days later.
Lu Chang'an left the Prairie Immortal City, his heart palpitating.
"In the middle of this auction, there was actually a late stage JieDan major cultivator who temporarily joined in and bought away a superior JieDan spirit item like that, and no one dared to compete for it."
Lu Chang'an thought back now, at that time, although there was no thrill, the theoretical risk was there.
In the past, the auctions in this place would have seen at most mid-period JieDan.
With his Evergreen Kung Fu level, as well as his Hundred Illusion Mask disguise, there was no certainty that he would be able to evade the deliberate probing of a late JieDan stage.
The effect of the Hundred Illusions Mask is linked to divine sense.
Fortunately, there were many cultivators on the field, and the late JieDan sect elder didn't probe an inconspicuous foundation cultivator for no reason.
Lu Chang'an didn't dare to compete with the "Heavenly Pure Water", even if that late-stage Pillar Elder didn't show up, there were still dozens of real people on the field.
The main purpose of the Pill-forming Spirit Item is to increase the quality of the Pill, or to have special effects.
Theoretically, different attribute types can be used on top of each other.
Lu Chang'an gained something from this auction.
Before that Late Stage JieDan stage appeared, he bought a Life Extension Pill and a Third Grade Middle Grade Spirit Wood.
There were many other tantalizingly rare resources that Lu Chang'an was too wealthy to bid on.
Otherwise, it would be easy to attract the attention of a JieDan Realist.
Many acquaintances at the auction, such as Zhao Siyao's master and disciple, Li Congren, and the Zhou Family's cultivators, Lu Chang'an did not greet them.
......
Returning to Wu Qi Mountain.
Lu Chang'an sealed the third rank middle grade Spirit Wood and saved it for future use.
Afterwards, he took the Life Extension Pill that he had won in this auction. This was the fifth Second Stage Life Extension Pill that Lu Chang'an had taken.
"Eight years of life extension."
A moment later, Lu Chang'an opened his eyes and felt that the effect of the Second Order Life Extension Pill was continuously decaying.
When he took the first Life Extension Pill, his life extension was as high as twenty-three years.
The last Life Extension Pill extended his life by eleven years.
However, compared to other cultivators, the effects of life extension pills of the same grade cannot be stacked, which is already rare.
At this time, Lu Chang'an's lifespan came to 469.5 years.
It was a pity that Lu Chang'an had never taken a high-quality Life Extension Pill.
"Taking multiple Longevity Extension Pills has indeed been effective. Coupled with the increase in lifespan, the quality of my current mana has increased slightly compared to the middle stage of Foundation Establishment."
Lu Changan cultivated on his knees for half a day and compared to thirty years ago, he felt the gap.
General cultivators, within the same small realm, mana is mainly a quantitative accumulation of growth.
As Lu Changan's Evergreen Mana increases, the Foundation Establishment Spiritual Flame that it breeds, and even the ability to heal wounds, will also rise.
The speed of cultivation would likewise increase slightly.
This was why, after Lu Changan was promoted to Foundation Establishment, his cultivation speed was instead comparable to that of a Medium Grade Spiritual Root.
Of course, this was only measured at a normal speed.
If a medium grade Spiritual Root was given superior resources, their cultivation speed would significantly exceed that of Lu Chang'an.
......
After half a year.
Lu Changan felt that his cultivation level would vaguely touch the upper limit of the middle stage of Foundation Establishment.
It is predicted that at the age of one hundred and forty, he can impact the late stage of Foundation Establishment.
After completing the routine cultivation and the precious talisman warming, Lu Changan walked out of the cave.
Zee!
The Ground Rock Rat delivered two letters to Lu Chang'an.
To be exact, one of them was an invitation.
Both came from Golden Cloud Valley.
Lu Chang'an looked at the invitations and the name that was written on them - "Tian Feng Zhen Zhen".
Strange name, familiar handwriting.
In the center of the invitation, there are four big hot gold characters:
"JieDan Little Celebration!"
Lu Changan's face was slightly shocked, very surprised.
For one, Zhang Tieshan's speed of conjugating dan was much faster than expected.
Lu Changan even felt slightly rushed.
With Zhang Tieshan's style of behavior, even though he had obtained the Crystal Condensation Pill, he should have polished it a little more and adjusted his state to its fullest.
Secondly, the description of the invitation was too modest.
JieDan Xiaoqing?
If one achieves true dan, it will 100% be a great celebration of the completion of dan.
Most False Pill real people organize a ceremony to invite friends.
Lu Changan opened another letter, it was from Zhao Siyao.
"Senior brother Zhang obtained an inferior crystal condensation dan, began to condense dan not long ago, and eventually achieved a gray dan, taking the Taoist name 'Tianfeng Zhenran'......."
In her epistle, Zhao Siyao mentioned Zhang Tieshan's dan condensation.
"Zhang Tieshan condensed a false dan?"
With Zhang Tieshan's qualifications, this should be a good achievement, but Lu Changan had a feeling that it was not expected.
"There is something fishy......"
Lu Chang'an frowned and fell into deep thought.
He and Zhang Tieshan had been friends for more than a hundred years, and his intuition told him that something was wrong with this conjugation.
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