Grand Procurement

I watched the elegant and serene female array mage depart into the distance.

Lan Chang'an recalled Shi Manrong's information.

This Fairy Shi is a genius of formations. In just a few decades, her mastery of formations has reached the threshold of the Second-Order High-Grade.

The art of formations is profound and obscure, even more difficult than Talisman and alchemy, and requires extremely high talent.

Talisman and formations actually have some commonalities.

In his Previous Life, Lan Chang'an had some knowledge of formations and possessed the skills of a second-tier formation master, but he was not an expert.

Lan Chang'an knew a little about Shi Manrong's background.

This woman comes from a vanished immortal cultivation Lineage in the Liang Kingdom.

Due to an arranged marriage, she was adopted by the Chen Lineage Chen Family; later, the relationship broke down, she broke away from her husband and Lineage, and successfully Foundation Establishment outside.

Chen Sheng, the middle-aged man who was previously driven away, is Shi Manrong's ex-husband.

Lan Chang'an was unaware of the nature of the conflict between the two parties.

Judging from Shi Manrong's elegant demeanor and conversation, she should be a virtuous and kind wife. I wonder why the relationship broke down and she started her own business outside.

Lan Chang'an surveyed the terrain at Small Turtle Peak and had a general plan in mind.

First, a Mountain Protection Array is essential.

When it comes to one's own safety, one cannot entrust it entirely to others.

The next step is to renovate the cave dwelling, plant rare and exotic flowers and herbs, and raise pets.

The best herbs to cultivate are those that become more valuable the older they are.

Several days later.

Lan Chang'an left Wuqi Mountain and flew to Yellow Dragon Immortal City.

Wuqi Mountain is located roughly halfway between Golden Cloud Valley and Yellow Dragon Immortal City in a straight line.

This time, the speed was slightly improved, and it only took a little over half a month to reach Yellow Dragon Immortal City.

Inner city, Water Moon Residence.

"Brother Lu, you're back."

A graceful young woman dressed in a traditional Chinese dress came out to greet them, her sweet voice slightly choked with emotion.

After half a year apart, Guan Qiaozhi's delicate and bright face was tinged with melancholy and longing, making her even more pitiful to behold.

Lan Chang'an released the Mystic Water Turtle.

This turtle seemed to Guan Qiaozhi well; it adorably stuck out its head and rubbed against Guan Qiaozhi skirt and calves.

"It itches so much." Guan Qiaozhi smiled through her sorrow.

"Brother Lu, the Mystic Water Turtle grows so slowly, when will it be able to become a mount? I read in ancient books that the High Antiquity giant turtles were enormous, capable of supporting an entire Immortal City."

Guan Qiaozhi asked curiously.

"As a mount? I reckon it'll be many years from now."

Lan Chang'an glanced at the Mystic Water Turtle, which was as big as an iron pot.

A tortoise shell would need to be at least half a zhang wide (approximately 1.3 meters) to be comfortable for someone to sit on, right?

As for those giant turtles that can carry an entire Immortal City, they are mostly descendants of True Spirit Bloodline; the Mystic Water Turtle with Earth Grade Bloodline don't even qualify.

That day.

With the skillful assistance of his concubine, Lan Chang'an enjoyed a comfortable bath.

The next day, Lan Chang'an went to the Golden Cloud Valley camp and met with Zhao Siyao.

"Congratulations, Daoist Zhao, on advancing to the Foundation Establishment Middle Stage."

Today, upon meeting you, Fairy Zhao is exceptionally beautiful, with stunning looks and a calm, confident demeanor.

She finally broke through the gloom and took a solid step forward in the Foundation Establishment Realm.

Considering Zhao Siyao's qualifications, this progress is quite good.

Zhao Siyao's Spirit Root was close to the superior grade, and Foundation Establishment twenty-six or twenty-seven years earlier than Lan Chang'an.

She remained at the third level of the Foundation Establishment for ten years before breaking through two months ago.

While in the sect, they did not follow the established procedures, but went out to hone their skills and seek fortuitous opportunity.

This slightly accelerated the progress.

"If I don't strive harder, I'll have no hope of the Golden Core Realm Formation in this lifetime. If I slack off even slightly, I might be overtaken by Daoist Lu in the future."

Zhao Siyao has bright, intelligent eyes, a graceful figure, and a charming smile; she possesses the aura of an unparalleled beauty.

For ordinary Foundation Establishment cultivators, only by reaching the Foundation Establishment Late Stage before the age of one hundred can they hope to advance to the Golden Core Realm in this lifetime.

"Not at all, I, Lu, would be content if I could even catch a glimpse of Fairy Zhao's back in this lifetime."

Lan Chang'an jokingly remarked modestly.

Zhao Siyao glanced at him with a smile, neither confirming nor denying.

"By the way, I have some news for Daoist Lu. Fu Xuemei's younger brother, Fu Dong, successfully Foundation Establishment a few months ago."

Upon hearing this, Lan Chang'an was taken aback.

Even if Inferior Spiritual Root obtains Fine Foundation Establishment Pill, their chances of breaking through to the Foundation Establishment Realm are not very high.

A normally graded Spirit Root, even Low-Grade Spiritual Root, might not be beneficial for breaking through to the Foundation Establishment, but it certainly won't seriously hinder the process.

Inferior Spiritual Root are those that are not classified as graded. Taking Foundation Establishment Spirit Root reduce their effectiveness by at least half.

It was later learned that, in addition to the Fine Foundation Establishment Pill, Fu Xuemei had also obtained a rare treasure from her master True Person Yellow Dragon, for assistance.

"This is a thank-you gift that Miss Fu asked me to give to you."

Zhao Siyao took out a Jade Box.

Another thank-you gift?

Lan Chang'an thought to himself, "Is Fu Xuemei in such a good mood because her long-cherished wish has come true, and she's sending me a little something extra?"

Upon opening the Jade Box, a spirit peach was found sealed inside, its exotic fragrance stirring Evergreen Mana.

"Five Longevity Peach, Fu Xuemei is quite thoughtful."

Lan Chang'an was moved.

This magical peach can extend one's life by five years.

At the bottom of the Jade Box is a silver token engraved with Yellow Dragon Immortal City.

"This is VIP Token from the Yellow Dragon Pavilion. It grants discounts on purchases at shops under the jurisdiction of Yellow Dragon Immortal City, and also allows the purchase of certain restricted resources."

Zhao Siyao recognized the item and exclaimed in surprise.

Yellow Dragon Pavilion is the official business of Yellow Dragon Immortal City, with many shops under its jurisdiction, selling high-quality goods at high prices.

"Fu Xuemei, what does this mean?"

Lan Chang'an accepted the gift, returned to Water Moon Residence, and pondered.

Given Fu Xuemei's status and position, she wouldn't need to curry favor with him, or be afraid of offending a Foundation Establishment cultivator in his seventies.

This woman is considerably younger than Zhao Siyao.

He advanced to the Foundation Establishment Middle Stage two years ago, but that was because he was being held back by his younger brother.

Judging from the public opinion in Yellow Dragon Immortal City, Fu Xuemei is just aloof and has no history of evil deeds. It is said that she once helped orphans in the outer city.

From Lan Chang'an's perspective, setting aside the enmity of being blocked from the road, Fu's second daughter was still considered honest.

So far, the gifts I've given have been worth at least as much as that Fine Foundation Establishment Pill, not even counting the favors I owe.

There are two possibilities.

"First, I'll position myself on the moral high ground and show it to outsiders. If I cause her trouble in the future, in the eyes of those who don't know the truth, it will just look like I'm ungrateful and treacherous."

"First, this woman exchanged my Foundation Establishment for her brother's sake, going against her own conscience. Perhaps she feels a little guilty and is offering some compensation."

Lan Chang'an leaned towards the first possibility.

But human nature is complex; perhaps it contains both.

This tactic is meaningless to Lan Chang'an.

He wasn't the kind of hot-blooded youth who liked to seek revenge openly and honestly.

Only by killing someone behind their back can one avoid revealing their identity directly.

Inside the room, Lan Chang'an took out the Five Longevity Peach.

After confirming there were no problems, I ate it in a few bites, and the fresh, sweet taste lingered in my mouth.

"May his life be extended by eight years."

A smile appeared on Lan Chang'an's lips.

Spirit Longevity Peach, including Five Longevity Peach, are the main ingredients for refining Longevity Pill.

Lan Chang'an had taken First-Order Longevity Pill, so he did not achieve double the lifespan extension, but the effect still exceeded expectations.

"All things considered, during the Foundation Establishment Realm stage, my maximum lifespan is three hundred and ninety years."

Lan Chang'an felt relieved.

Yellow Dragon Immortal City will hold its next large-scale auction in six months.

Lan Chang'an planned to go to Wuqi Mountain after attending the auction.

The next six months.

Lan Chang'an was busy procuring supplies.

Firstly, the defensive formation of Small Turtle Peak.

Lan Chang'an configured a Mountain Protection Array from his Previous Life.

Secondly, purchase some Spirit Grain of medicinal herbs and plants, including seedlings.

Thirdly, the materials used to Puppet.

In the art of Puppet, Lan Chang'an possessed considerable talent, and due to the advantage of his Divine Sense, he was even more suited to it than Talisman.

He set a goal for himself: to become a second-tier Puppet Master within twenty years.

The above three types of procurement are not difficult to obtain in Yellow Dragon Immortal City.

Lan Chang'an obtained VIP Token from "Yellow Dragon Pavilion," which allows him to purchase some restricted resources.

Lan Chang'an needs to put some thought into the other three resources he desires.

They are, respectively Second-Order High-Grade spirit wood, top-grade Law Artifact, Longevity Pill.

Fortunately, with the grand auction approaching, various shops in Yellow Dragon Immortal City have put out many rare items.

The two weeks leading up to the auction.

As Lan Chang'an walked out of the large Law Artifact shop under the jurisdiction of the Yellow Dragon Pavilion, the Foundation Establishment Realm shopkeeper warmly saw him off.

Lan Chang'an returned home satisfied.

Back at Water Moon Residence, he took out a five-foot-long Golden Bell- shaped magical Law Artifact.

The "Supreme Magical Law Artifact," the Diamond Bell, can form a transparent golden shield to protect the body from all directions. It can also transform into a large bell to trap enemies, and the sound waves it emits can shake the Qi and Blood of ordinary Foundation Establishment cultivators.

The Diamond Bell is geared towards defense and trapping enemies, possessing the effect of sonic intimidation, making it a powerful and top-grade magical Law Artifact.

The price is higher than the top-grade attack magic Law Artifact that was auctioned at Bamboo Leaf Mountain back then.

Lan Chang'an spent more than two thousand Spirit Stone on this.

It's not easy to buy without VIP Token from "Yellow Dragon Pavilion".

Lan Chang'an privately tested the "Diamond Bell" and was quite satisfied with it, except for the large amount of Law Power it consumed.

A top-grade magic Law Artifact, as long as it remains undamaged, can sustain him until the Foundation Establishment Late Stage.

In the final days leading up to the auction.

Lan Chang'an concealed his identity and frequented various shops in Yellow Dragon Immortal City, participating in private trading events organized by Foundation Establishment Rogue Cultivator within the city.

Unfortunately, Lan Chang'an failed to find Second-Order High-Grade spirit wood.

However, he managed to acquire two First-Order Longevity Pill, each under different identities.

Previously, Lan Chang'an had taken three Longevity Pill, which extended his life by ten, eight, and six years respectively.

The two stones collected this time will extend lifespan by a total of five years.

The lifespan limit during the Foundation Establishment Realm stage reaches 395, approaching 400 years!

"All that's missing is the Second-Order High-Grade spirit wood bark."

Lan Chang'an's large-scale procurement went smoothly, with the remaining supplies also progressing relatively well.

The Treasure Talisman Plan, which has been cherished by two lifetimes, is now pinned on the upcoming large-scale auction.