Chapter 144 - 121: Immune to Miasma Poison

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Inside the cave dwelling.

[Cultivation Technique: Evergreen Skill (Proficient: 38/500), Nascent Condensation Formulas (Mastery: 203/1000), Evil Essence Sword Formulas (Mastery: 856/1000)]

Looking at his list of cultivation techniques, Lin Chang’an nodded silently.

The main cultivation technique is the most difficult, and the progression is relatively slow, which is understandable.

"No wonder it’s a Demonic Cultivation Technique; as long as you can withstand the side effects, rapid progression is not an exaggeration."

Lin Chang’an sighed, it had to be these Demonic Cultivation Techniques, they have low entry barriers and rapid progression.

The last secret technique he cultivated, ’Evil Essence Sword Formulas’, unexpectedly took the lead and progressed the most deeply.

"However, without this ancient cultivation technique, any other secret techniques no matter how strong, are just rootless duckweed."

Lin Chang’an understood clearly, the ’Evergreen Skill’ is the foundation, without the self-healing body brought by the ancient cultivation technique, he couldn’t have cultivated this demonic secret technique.

"Now with the boost from this demonic secret technique, my strength is no less than that of an average Mid-stage Foundation Establishment Cultivator; added with the Tier Two Spirit Pet, Cyan-Horned Bull, I can still have a chance of escaping even against a Late-stage Foundation Establishment Cultivator."

Lin Chang’an pondered silently, he already had the idea of exploring the Cloud Mist Mountain Range.

If it really turned out to be extremely dangerous, he would rather slow down his cultivation than take such a risk.

At worst, he’d wait until the Mid-stage Foundation Establishment and then try again after his strength improves another notch.

"In fact, the poisonous miasma of the Cloud Mist Mountain Range that everyone fears is like a fish in water for me; it might even be more advantageous."

He had this idea because when he tried to refine a Tier Two Antitoxic Pill to exchange for cultivation materials, he naturally had to test the power of the poisonous miasma first.

In the market, some people stored portions of poisonous miasma in items like jade bottles for sale.

"Let’s try this bottle of poisonous miasma from the deeper parts of the Cloud Mist Mountain Range again."

Just in case, Lin Chang’an took out the poisonous miasma he specially bought today.

As the jade bottle was opened, a wisp of deep purple miasma wafted out slowly, Lin Chang’an dared not be careless, he cast a spell to confine it around him.

He didn’t want the many Spirit Plants adorning the cave dwelling to wilt.

In the next moment, the deep purple miasma swirled around him.

The poisonous miasma, which other Foundation Establishment Cultivators feared like a tiger, had no effect on him.

After waiting for a long time, he felt no abnormality, instead, he had a feeling of mental clarity, nodding silently.

"In this way, the poisonous miasma from the depths of the Cloud Mist Mountain Range has no effect on me."

"However, I still need to try again next."

Whatever Lin Chang’an thought of, it brought a smile to his face, and he stood up and walked outside the cave dwelling.

Outside the cave dwelling, the Cyan-Horned Bull was lazily sunbathing in the pool.

Upon seeing its owner walking out with a beaming smile, the Cyan-Horned Bull immediately showed a pleasing look, excitedly climbing out of the pool.

"Moo moo."

Under the gentle mooing of the bull, water splashed everywhere, making Lin Chang’an’s heart bloom with joy; after raising the bull for so many years, it’s now time to put it to use.

The depths of the Cloud Mist Mountain Range is rampant with poisonous miasma, and the Demon Beasts produced are mostly poisonous insects.

Once the poison is removed from these insects, their strength becomes much weaker. A demon beast like the Cyan-Horned Bull, known for its strength, only needs not to fear poison to hold an advantage most of the time.

"Good Niu’Er, obediently absorb some, this is a good thing."

When Lin Chang’an took out the jade bottle, the Cyan-Horned Bull immediately showed a pleasing look, excitedly mooing.

However, as soon as the jade bottle was opened, under the beast’s instinct, the Cyan-Horned Bull immediately widened its eyes, the previous excitement had disappeared.

In its place was panic, its large copper-bell eyes looked at its owner in confusion and pitifully, mooing incessantly.

It seemed to say, "Master, you can’t really stew me, can you?"

Seeing this scene, Lin Chang’an nonchalantly slapped the bull’s head and glared, saying:

"You spineless stupid bull, what’s there to fear with me around."

Although Lin Chang’an had Antitoxic Pills, those are expensive to consume frequently, it’s better to first test whether his Evergreen Mana can help the Cyan-Horned Bull resist the poisonous miasma.

"Moo!"

The Cyan-Horned Bull showed a pair of pitiful eyes, but unable to argue, it had to suppress its natural fear. Without sniffing it, it closed its eyes and directly rolled its tongue around the bottle, swallowing it in one gulp.

"Crunch! Crunch!"

The sound of the jade bottle being chewed echoed, making Lin Chang’an chuckle: "You stupid bull."

Though he scolded, Lin Chang’an felt a tinge of emotion in his heart.

It’s no wonder many cultivators, despite being selfish, are extremely fond of their spirit pets.

In this brutal Immortal Cultivation Realm, perhaps a Spirit Pet is the last companion a Cultivator can truly trust.

"Moo moo!"

After even swallowing the bottle, the face of the Cyan-Horned Bull visibly turned green, its eyes red, clearly poisoned.

"Don’t worry."

Seeing this, Lin Chang’an nodded secretly. As expected of a Demon Beast, it was naturally partially immune to poison mists, far surpassing human Cultivators.

Relying on the Demon Beast’s constitution, it should pull through without much issue, although the quantity he gave was indeed small.

He then reached out his palm, and as his Evergreen Mana, filled with life energy, poured in, the visible signs of poisoning in the Cyan-Horned Bull started to fade.

"As expected, my guess was right."

Seeing that his Evergreen Mana, filled with life energy, could detoxify, Lin Chang’an smiled in satisfaction.

Earlier, he discovered that his Mana had healing effects, so he believed this detoxifying ability should also have some effect.

Though it wasn’t as effective on himself, it was still impressive.

"No wonder it’s an Ancient Cultivation Technique; it’s a pity that in the Immortal Cultivation Realm, few can let go of their defenses to let others infuse Mana."

Lin Chang’an smiled and shook his head, even between married Dao Companions, there’s a lot of mutual guarding in the Immortal Cultivation Realm.

This Ancient Cultivation Technique, with its excellent healing effects and remarkable results against poisons, made him even more satisfied.

In this way, when venturing deep into the Cloud Mist Mountain Range, even Cultivators of the same Tier, including Late-stage Foundation Establishment Cultivators, would have to be cautious.

But he was not afraid at all; deep in the Cloud Mist Mountain Range, he could instead unleash his full powers.

While human Cultivators’ powers were weakened by the poisonous mists.

The most threatening poisons of the Poisonous Insect Demon Beasts were ineffective against him.

With this advantage, regardless of encountering hostile Cultivators or Poisonous Insect Demon Beasts, he could hold the upper hand.

His safety capabilities were greatly enhanced.

"In this way, deep in the Cloud Mist Mountain Range, it’s actually to my benefit. Even against Late-stage Foundation Establishment Cultivators, I could easily retreat."

Seeing the effects of his Cultivation Technique, Lin Chang’an couldn’t help but smile with satisfaction.

Just then, after the poison dissipated, the Cyan-Horned Bull let out an excited mooing sound.

"Here’s your reward."

In a great mood, Lin Chang’an laughed and retrieved a Spirit Fruit from his Storage Bag, tossing it directly to the Cyan-Horned Bull.

The Cyan-Horned Bull eagerly opened its mouth, happily munching away, completely forgetting about the earlier poison test by its owner.

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"Deep within the Cloud Mist Mountain Range, it might truly be a treasure land for me."

Thinking of this, Lin Chang’an, seated in the Pavilion, couldn’t help but smile in satisfaction.

"But I can’t be careless; I still need to prepare more means."

Insect-type Demon Beasts often have greater value than those of the same Tier, with equally mysterious abilities.

As for being noticed in the Market in the future, he was not afraid.

Although he earned a stable income relying on his Tier Two Middle Grade Talisman Master skills, his Spirit Root aptitude was inherently poor, prompting him to take risks hunting Demon Beasts.

To outsiders, this seemed utterly normal, as not every Cultivator would be like Chen Qing, satisfied and without the desire to break through.

To progress, one needs to seek resources through continuous adventure.

Fighting can hone one’s will, and Tier Two Demon Beasts also bring ample materials.

Risk and reward are always proportional.

His actions would not arouse suspicion.

In fact, this is the path of a true Ascetic.

"In this way, I can also conceal my secret usage of Elixirs to quickly enhance my Cultivation. Regular cultivation materials can be openly used."

After all, Wood Attribute Techniques progress slowly, relying on accumulating energy for a breakthrough.

"There are many benefits, and whether I rapidly enhance my strength or produce precious materials in the future, I won’t be suspected."

Engaging in the hunting of Demon Beasts, someone might be either dirt-poor or equipped with several Spiritual Artifacts, with cultivation resources rivaling the true disciples of prominent sects.

"But caution comes first; for now, I will only target early Tier Two Demon Beasts, leaving the mid and late stages untouched."

Just as Lin Chang’an was contemplating any overlooked details, the voice of Zhou Bingyun came from outside his cave dwelling.