Cultivating Immortality Begins with Rejuvenation

Since Li Ji'an came to the Immortal City, he had been diligent and hardworking for the past ten years. His alchemy skills had improved rapidly, and he was calm and steady, able to calm his mind. He had never caused trouble. Apart from initially asking Zhao Shuyao for a favor, he had never troubled the Chamber of Commerce.

Therefore, Tong Xiangyu was very satisfied with this junior, Li Ji'an.

That's why she gave him face and allowed him to come upstairs.

Seeing that he still remembered the Yan family's kindness and was not an ungrateful person like most cultivators in the cultivation world, she thought even more highly of him.

Sixty-six years ago, the reason she valued Zhao Shuyao was also because she didn't possess the cold-heartedness and ingratitude of most cultivators. The current Li Ji'an was also like this.

Proactive, with noble character, humble and polite, and not causing trouble, who wouldn't like such a junior?

"Just keep this matter in mind, you don't need to ask too much. It won't have much impact on you in essence, it mainly concerns the upper echelons. You can have the other party wait for a while, there should be results in another month or so," Tong Xiangyu's tone and attitude improved a lot.

"Thank you, Proprietress," Li Ji'an cupped his fist in thanks.

Tong Xiangyu smiled and shook her head: "Don't be so polite, in the future, just call me Sister."

"..." Li Ji'an raised his eyebrows slightly, suddenly recalling Zhao Shuyao's warning, seemingly because of the cultivation technique she practiced.

He also remembered the rumors about Tong Yaoyao's biological father. After holding his breath slightly, Li Ji'an cupped his hands again: "Thank you, Sister Yu."

If calculated according to the true years lived, not counting the thirty years of life on Earth before transmigrating to this world, Li Ji'an had already lived for one hundred and ninety-three years, not much different from Tong Xiangyu's actual age. Calling her sister was also appropriate.

It's just... the generations are messed up.

How should Tong Yaoyao conduct herself in the future?

Fortunately, in the cultivation world, there aren't many generational distinctions among those without close blood relations, and cultivation realm is the main factor.

However, after this incident, he decided to heed Zhao Shuyao's warning and never wander under Tong Xiangyu's nose unless absolutely necessary. He still preferred to rely on his own efforts.

After going downstairs, Li Ji'an did not reveal the secrets Tong Xiangyu told him, but persuaded him to wait for some time as instructed.

Yan Kongyi's visit this time was on behalf of the five families of the Wasteland, wanting to purchase a batch of Tier 2 strategic resources. This type of resource is relatively sensitive in Cangyun Prefecture, and transactions between local forces are not easy.

Only foreign forces like the Nine Cauldrons Chamber of Commerce can do it more easily, but the Nine Cauldrons Chamber of Commerce also needs to be mindful of the Biyun Sect to establish itself here. With the current uncertain situation, this type of transaction needs to be cautious.

Compared to not even getting a meeting himself, Yan Kongyi was already very satisfied that Li Ji'an could bring a message down.

At the same time, he had a new understanding of Li Ji'an's status and position in the Immortal City.

Subsequently, Yan Kongyi and Yan Qing stayed at an inn in the city, waiting for good news.

During this period, Li Ji'an also successfully refined his first top-grade pill in his life.

A top-grade Ningbi Pill in the late stage of Tier 1, which can greatly refine the mana in the dantian, laying a solid foundation for the Foundation Establishment stage.

At the same time, the birth of the first top-grade pill also signified that Li Ji'an's alchemy skills had the possibility of aspiring to become a Tier 3 Pill King.

The hundred arts of immortal cultivation, the higher you go, in addition to the requirements for mana and divine soul, the more demanding it becomes on comprehension and talent. Even if an ordinary Tier 1 alchemist's mana and divine soul meet the requirements for Tier 2, even if they are given the Tier 2 alchemy inheritance, they may not be able to comprehend the refining method of Tier 2 pills.

Tier 2 pills are targeted at Foundation Establishment stage cultivators, and their medicinal properties and effects are vastly different from those of the Qi Training stage, even worlds apart.

And if an alchemist can refine high-quality Tier 1 pills, then once their mana and divine soul meet the requirements, they can basically advance to Tier 2 alchemist. If they can refine top-grade pills, then they have the hope of advancing to Tier 3 alchemist.

In Cangyun Prefecture, and even the entire Tiancang Region, Tier 3 alchemists are known as Pill Kings.

Half a month later, Yan Kongyi couldn't bear it any longer and finally came to find Li Ji'an, wanting to see with his own eyes what level his current talisman skills had reached.

The talisman skill explanations left by Li Ji'an when he left the clan ten years ago made Yan Kongyi more and more shocked as he read them. His understanding and knowledge of that talisman inheritance far exceeded what Li Ji'an had shown before, and many insights even made Yan Kongyi feel enlightened, and his talisman skills had improved somewhat.

However, it's easier said than done. Yan Kongyi wasn't sure if Li Ji'an's theory was good, but what about his practice?

"Little Fan, come, let this old man see if your talisman skills have improved at all," Yan Kongyi looked at Li Ji'an with some anticipation.

Li Ji'an shook his head sheepishly: "I've disappointed the Grand Elder. In order to settle down in the Immortal City these years, most of my energy has been spent on alchemy, and I'm really unfamiliar with the talisman path."

"Hmph! This old man doesn't know you, little brat. You're young but have a deep mind. There are no outsiders here, and we're in the Immortal City, don't hide it."

Li Ji'an repeatedly apologized, determined not to reveal anything: "Grand Elder, I know your expectations for the talisman path, but unfortunately, my energy and talent are really limited. I've failed you in this life. However, if I have children in the future, I promise you that I will definitely let them do their best to carry forward the talisman path you taught me."

Yan Kongyi frowned, looking disappointed, and finally could only sigh: "Alas, forget it."

This was about what he expected. After all, a person's energy is limited. To specialize in alchemy and still be able to live and work in the Immortal City, in addition to his extraordinary alchemy talent, he must go all out.

"Since you've said this, then this old man will believe you one more time, and also tell you a secret. This old man's talisman skill inheritance is definitely extraordinary. It was accidentally obtained by our ancestor three hundred years ago during reclamation, and there may be even higher inheritances there, but the clan has always lacked someone with talisman talent, which has been delayed, causing it to be covered in dust for so many years.

If your descendants can master this Tier 1 inheritance, they can go to the depths of the Fallen Dragon Ridge. There is an inconspicuous ancient tomb there. The outer layer has already been excavated and cleared by us, and the inner layer requires a special Enlightenment Talisman from this inheritance to open it."

Before he finished speaking, Yan Kongyi had already taken out a jade slip that he had prepared in advance from his storage bag: "This contains the analysis of the Enlightenment Talisman in that inheritance, as well as the location of that tomb."

Li Ji'an instantly became solemn and looked up at Yan Kongyi.

At this moment, he finally knew the reason why Yan Kongyi had been studying talismans all these years, and also understood why he valued himself so much back then and even wanted to forcibly keep him in the clan.

An ordinary Tier 1 talisman inheritance is not valuable, but an ancient Tier 2 talisman inheritance is enough to create a powerful Foundation Establishment family.

Unfortunately, the Yan family had not produced a talisman genius for more than three hundred years, and it was also because there were not enough resources to train a senior talisman master, failing to master this Tier 1 inheritance. In fact, most of the clansmen have given up except for Yan Kongyi, who still has this long-cherished wish.

Now, the situation in the Wasteland is tense, and the Yan family's ending is unpredictable. Yan Kongyi is probably a little desperate and unwilling to let this talisman inheritance be lost, so he came to place his hope on Li Ji'an.

"If my descendants have this opportunity, I will definitely have them pass on the inheritance within to the clan!" Li Ji'an solemnly promised.

Yan Kongyi nodded, without much reaction. With the current situation in the Wasteland, he was not even sure if there would be a Yan family in the future, otherwise he would not have told this secret to an outsider.

After explaining the matter that had been weighing on his mind, Yan Kongyi suddenly felt relaxed, as if an invisible burden had been lifted.

Immediately afterwards, he dismissed Li Ji'an, drank Tier 2 spiritual tea, used Li Ji'an's alchemy room, held the talisman brush he had given to Li Ji'an, and cast aside all distracting thoughts, beginning to draw talismans.

He hadn't been in this state since the Wasteland became chaotic.

Li Ji'an opened the restriction formation for him and came to the courtyard.

Yan Qing was cultivating quietly in the courtyard.

Since the Wasteland became chaotic ten years ago, he had spent most of his time on standby at the front line. Most of the time, his cultivation was fragmented. This time, coming to the Immortal City, he could finally cultivate in peace.

Especially after seeing Li Ji'an's current cultivation at the peak of Qi Training Layer 9, his somewhat complacent mentality in the clan was impacted.

"Buzz~" At this moment, the message talisman in his arms vibrated.

It was Xiao Changfeng, who had not been heard from since they parted last year.

"This foolish brother is fortunate to have been blessed by the heavens and has successfully established his foundation. I specially invite Brother Li to come and gather on the fifteenth of next month."

"Foundation Establishment!" Li Ji'an was a little surprised.

Last year, during the Spring Breeze Relief, he spoke his true feelings after drinking, saying that he had almost saved enough resources for Foundation Establishment, but the resources within the sect suddenly became scarce, and his master told him to wait a few more years, saying that it wouldn't be a bad thing to hone himself well.

He never expected that he would succeed in Foundation Establishment so quickly.

Once an inner disciple of the sect establishes their foundation, they can have their own cave dwelling and have the qualifications to invite friends from outside the sect to gather.

Within Cangyun Prefecture, whenever a family cultivator successfully establishes their foundation, they will celebrate for seven days and seven nights, with the intention of announcing their foundation to the world and displaying their heritage.

When Yan Qingwan successfully established her foundation back then, the Wasteland was lively for half a month.

In the case of the Biyun Sect, a disciple's Foundation Establishment is also a joyous event, but it will not be too ostentatious, and the disciple will be allowed to host a banquet in their own cave dwelling to entertain relatives and friends.

"Who established their foundation?" Yan Qing, who was cultivating, asked quickly upon hearing this.

Li Ji'an came back to his senses and told him what happened.

"What! An inner disciple of the Biyun Sect established their foundation and even invited you to celebrate?" Yan Qing's eyes widened instantly upon hearing this.

The inner disciples of the Biyun Sect had already made him feel a distance.

And the Foundation Establishment Daoists within the sect were even super figures he dared not look directly at.

The sect's Foundation Establishment cultivators were a cut above their family's Foundation Establishment ancestors, whether in terms of status or identity.

After all, the Wasteland's Foundation Establishment ancestors had almost no potential and hope, while the sect's Foundation Establishment cultivators had the possibility of becoming True Persons.

In his daze, Yan Qing recalled the scene of the Qingwan Ancestor's Foundation Establishment celebration that he had personally experienced back then.

He was only six years old at that time, and it was the most times he had ever seen Foundation Establishment experts in his life.

It was also the most glorious moment for the Yan family.

Coming back to his senses, he looked at Li Ji'an and felt very unfamiliar.

In just ten years, he and Li Ji'an were both in the middle stage of Qi Training. He never expected that after leaving the family and coming to the Immortal City, he would actually have such status and position.

A Chamber of Commerce guest elder, personally received by the Proprietress, and also had connections with the sect's disciples, and even now had the qualifications to go to the sect to participate in the celebration of a Foundation Establishment expert...

Seeing Yan Qing's state of mind change drastically, Li Ji'an hurriedly chanted a Cleansing Heart Mantra and pointed at his brow.

"Brother Qing, calm your mind and focus your spirit. Everyone has their own opportunities, there's no need to compare."

Touched by the Cleansing Heart Mantra, Yan Qing's state of mind gradually calmed down, but there was still some incredulity in his eyes.

In the days that followed, his attitude towards Li Ji'an was no longer as casual as before, and there was a hint of hidden awe in his words and actions.

And Yan Kongyi, after experiencing a few days of clear mind, became anxious again because of the clan's messages, and became more and more tormented in the Immortal City.

Until this day half a month later.

A piece of news exploded in the Immortal City like a bolt from the blue.

"The Biyun Sect is selling the century-long control of Golden Radiance Immortal City!"

"Limited to local forces in the Tiancang Region, a one-time payment will grant full control for a century."

"Public auction in three days, the highest bidder wins!"

For a time, almost all topics in the Immortal City were related to it.

When Li Ji'an received the news, although he had already guessed it nine years ago and had even received Tong Xiangyu's guidance last month, he still felt incredible.

"What exactly is the Biyun Sect trying to do?"

"Raising a massive amount of spirit stones so urgently?"

When he started ordering a large number of Spirit Replenishing Pills nine years ago, Li Ji'an guessed that they might have major external actions.

When he took Granny You away later, Li Ji'an guessed that it was related to breaking the formation.

Now... it should be revealing its hand.