As this thought crossed his mind, Su Changkong formed a hand seal, instantly sending out more than a dozen Communication Talismans flying toward the twelve peaks!
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Liuyun Immortal Sect.
Piaomiao Peak.
Ji Ruyan sat in the Elderâs Great Hall. In front of her stood a stunning woman in purple, graceful and elegantâit was Gao Ziyue.
"Ziyue... That Nephew Lin Changâsheng, to refine all Eight Great Heavenly and Earthly Qi by himself, and to be able to slay two Golden Cores at just Foundation Establishment Third Layerâthat kind of achievement is truly astonishing!"
"This also shows how powerful the Heaven and Earth Qi is... Back then, I had hoped to retrieve Lin Changâsheng and obtain a strand of Heaven and Earth Qi, to help you forge a Flawless Dao Foundation. What a pity..."
After Ji Ruyan had learned the details from Gao Ziyue about Lin Changâshengâs slaying two Golden Cores, regret appeared on her face.
"Master, Iâve already established my Foundation, so Heaven and Earth Qi is no longer that important to me. As long as Brother Lin is safe, thatâs enough."
Gao Ziyue spoke with a solemn tone.
"Mm."
Ji Ruyan nodded and continued, "Iâve just come back from the Sect Leaderâs Hall. The Sect Leader instructed me to take people to look for Nephew Lin. A talent like Nephew Lin is the bright hope for Liuyun Immortal Sectâs future and must be protected by the sect."
"And the Sect Leader has promised to bestow a Top Tier Treasure!"
"You and Nephew Lin are from the same place, and you two are familiar with each other. I plan to bring you along; hopefully, you can persuade him to return safely to the sect."
"Mm!"
"Alright, Master!"
Gao Ziyue nodded in response, but inside, she felt conflicted. She longed to see Lin Changâsheng, but deep down, she was also somewhat worried.
That day, Brother Lin changed his appearanceâhe must have used the Disguise Technique.
If it hadnât been for the White Fox and its instant teleportation, she would not have recognized that the Foundation Establishment Third Layer cultivator who slew two Golden Cores was actually Brother Lin.
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Golden Talisman Immortal Sect.
In the newly established sect quarters at the Eastern Wilderness.
A tall, refined young man sat cross-legged under a jujube tree in a spacious courtyard. Two young men and two young women stood by his side.
"Junior Brother Jin, disciples, this Lin Changâsheng thatâs causing such a stir lately in the Cultivation Realmâdo you all know him?"
Shi Hao looked at Tang Xing, Jin Yun, Su Ying, and Jiang Haixue in front of him and asked in a deep voice.
"Reporting to Junior Martial Uncle Shi, a few years ago, when we were near Demon Evil Sea, ten thousand miles from here, we were hunted down by a demon cultivator. In the end, Senior Lin Changâsheng saved us."
Jin Yun bowed to Shi Hao with a fist salute as he replied.
Currently, with the Beimu Immortal Race invading the Southern Realm, the sect had handed out all the Foundation Establishment Pills to disciples at Qi Cultivation Stage Ninth Layer. Jin Yun received one and, by sheer luck, succeeded in Foundation Establishment.
"Foundation Establishment Third Layer, and he killed two Golden Cores, plus he has a demon beast comparable to Early Stage Golden Core. I would love to meet him someday."
Jin Hao looked out to the distant sky, a trace of anticipation in his eyes.
Lately, all the Southern Realmâeven the Demon Daoâare abuzz with rumors about Lin Changâsheng.
The white fox by Lin Changâshengâs side is rumored to teleport for thousands of miles. They even say the fox is a thousand-year-old fox spirit, maybe even a Demon Race Great Power.
Shi Hao, a heavenâs pride disciple of the Golden Talisman Immortal Sect, had refined a strand of Heaven and Earth Qi. With his Cultivation at Foundation Establishment Sixth Layer, he held himself in high regard.
Hearing that Lin Changâsheng could decapitate Golden Cores at only Foundation Establishment Third Layer, he felt compelled to witness it for himself.
"Go on, then!"
Shi Hao waved his hand to Jin Yun and the others, saying, "If you have any news about Lin Changâsheng, report to me immediately."
"Yes!"
Jin Yun nodded, fist saluting Shi Hao, then left with Su Ying, Jiang Haixue, and Tang Xing.
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Southern Domain Cultivation Realm.
Giant Whale Immortal City.
Inside an opulent manorâs great hall.
"Kid, I thought youâd already died."
"Didnât expect you not only survived, but youâre thriving. Foundation Establishment Third Layer and able to slay two Golden Coresâthatâs the magic of refining eight Heaven and Earth Qi, huh?!"
A beautiful and graceful young woman in purple stared at the Communication Jade Scroll in her hand, surprise lighting her beautiful eyes.
"Hmph, you had the gall to spank my ass for several hours? Weâre SO settling this account!"
Wan Wushuangâs face flushed with shame and anger as she recalled Lin Changâsheng spanking her for hours in the brothel.
At the time, sheâd only endured it to avoid pursuit from a few genius disciples of the Righteous Daoâhad she not, sheâd have beaten the hell out of that brat.
She remembered, back then, Lin Changâsheng was just at the Qi Cultivation Stage.
Whoâd have thought that in such a short time, his cultivation would reach Foundation Establishment Third Layerâand heâd become powerful enough to kill two Golden Cores and even command a demon beast at Golden Core Early Stage!
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Jiuyuan Immortal City.
Joyful Tower, second floor.
A middle-aged man of medium build with a short mustache cuddled a beauty in his arms, his eyes half closed as if drifting between worlds.
"Hmm? Lin Changâsheng?"
Suddenly the short-mustached manâs eyes snapped open, shock sparkling within. He muttered, "That bratâs not dead? Hahaha, I KNEW ITâheâs not one to drop dead so easy!"
"Stole all eight Heaven and Earth Qi, Foundation Establishment Third Layer and he still managed to kill two Golden Cores! Damn impressive!"
Cao De roughly shoved the beauty away, his figure vanishing in a flicker.
The next moment, he appeared in the restaurant next door.
Just now, his divine sense swept the restaurant and overheard some cultivators gossiping about the current state of the cultivation worldâand just happened to catch the rumors about Lin Changâsheng.
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At the border of the Southern Domain Cultivation Realm and Beimu Immortal Race.
On a remote cliff, thick vines shrouded a rocky wall, hiding a secret cave entrance.
This was where Lin Changâsheng secluded himself for cultivation.
"Never thought this Celestial Radiance Flame Bow was actually an Ancient Treasure!"
"With this Celestial Radiance Flame Bow, my long-range attack power is covered. Now if I can find a Bow-type magic to fuse with it, the power of the Celestial Radiance Flame Bow will get thirty percent stronger!"
Lin Changâsheng sat cross-legged on a stone pillow, running a hand over the heavy Celestial Radiance Flame Bow, anticipation in his eyes.
According to what he knewâ
Ancient Treasures were different from Magical Treasures.
Ancient Treasures were treasures refined by Ancient Cultivators. Their power was equal to Magical Treasures, but couldnât be stored within the body.
This bow and arrow was an Ancient Treasure.
It had three layers of restrictions.
If the first layer was refined, it could unleash the power of Early Stage Golden Core!
If the second layer was refined, it could display the power of Golden Core Middle Stage!
If the third layer was refined, it could unleash the might of Golden Core Late Stage, even Peak!
Currently, Lin Changâsheng had refined the first two layers.
"I wonder if that Corpse King Sectâs Golden Core Peak is still chasing me?"
Lin Changâsheng violently expanded his divine sense. His cultivation, having just broken through from near Foundation Establishment Fourth Layer to Sixth Layer, allowed his divine sense to extend an additional one hundred li, reaching seven hundred li!