Refining Third-Rank Pills

The Zhao Kingdom, the Hundred Ghosts Sect.

In a secluded black manor, a gaunt old man in black robes, Chen Chi, and Xu Yuyan sat in a Cyan Stone Pavilion, talking about something.

"Your attempt to break through to the Golden Core Realm has attracted two bolts of Two-Colored Divine Lightning; that's quite impressive."

The old man in black robes praised.

True Man Profound Yin, Core Formation Mid Stage.

"Thanks to my great-grandfather's cultivation, when he broke through to the Golden Core Realm, he attracted five three-colored divine lightning bolts, which were even more powerful than my own."

Chen Chi said modestly.

"You were able to summon Two-Colored Divine Lightning, which means the Heavenly Dao recognizes your Foundation Establishment Realm strength. You are currently in the Golden Core Realm. How far you can go depends on yourself. The past does not represent the future. True Monarch Golden Crow is an example. Yu Yan, you should also consider breaking through to the Golden Core Realm."

True Man Profound Yin spoke earnestly, then took out a Cyan Porcelain Bottle and handed it to Xu Yuyan.

"Thank you, Great-Grandfather!"

Xu Yuyan accepted the Cyan Porcelain Bottle with both hands and expressed her gratitude.

True Man Profound Yin gave them a few instructions and then dismissed them.

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Half a year passed quickly.

Qin Kingdom, Spirit Control Sect.

In the Green Lotus Garden, the door to a secret room opened, and Shen Long walked out with a smile on his face.

He had consolidated his cultivation level and planned to come out to handle some trivial matters.

Shen Long has entered the Golden Core Realm. According to the sect rules, he can move to a cave with more abundant Spiritual Qi and receive a sum of cultivation resources.

He walked out of the Green Lotus Pavilion, where dozens of Foundation Establishment Cultivator, including Qian Dafu, Lin Shan, Ye Yuqing, and Ye Yutang, had been waiting for him for a long time.

"Disciple greets Uncle-Master Shen."

Qian Dafu and the others bowed respectfully, their expressions solemn.

Shen Long is now Core Formation Cultivator, and his status is vastly different from before, so they dare not be negligent towards him.

"You don't need to be so polite. Just be the same as before, and continue to be the same as before."

Shen Long said in a friendly tone.

"Yes, Uncle-Master Shen."

Qian Dafu and the others agreed in unison, their expressions respectful.

"Uncle-Master Shen, Senior Uncle Lin sent Senior Sister Chen to say that you have emerged from seclusion and need to go to Senior Uncle Lin's residence."

Lin Shan said.

Shen Long nodded; that was exactly what he was thinking.

"Uncle-Master Shen, we've gathered some Spirit Stone, not much, but to congratulate you on advancing to the Golden Core Realm."

Qian Dafu stepped forward, took out a Cyan Storage Bag, and handed it to Shen Long.

Shen Long took the Storage Bag, scanned it with his Divine Sense, and said with some surprise, "Two hundred thousand Spirit Stone, so much."

"It's nothing, just a small token of our appreciation. Please don't think it's too little, Uncle-Master Shen."

Qian Dafu said cautiously.

Since Shen Long had advanced to the Golden Core Realm, they couldn't leave without a gesture. After discussing it, they decided to pool their Spirit Stone and give them to Shen Long Shen Long to congratulate him on his Golden Core Realm.

"Business matters are still your responsibility. Don't act recklessly under my name. However, you can still use my name if necessary, understand?"

Shen Long said.

Qian Dafu and the others can help Shen Long with trivial matters and collect cultivation resources, allowing Shen Long to focus more on cultivation.

"Yes, Uncle-Master Shen."

Qian Dafu and the others readily agreed.

Qian Dafu suddenly remembered something and said, "Oh right, Uncle-Master Shen, Liu Yuruo Junior Sister Liu has been transferred back to the General Headquarters."

Liu Yuruo joined the Spirit Control Sect and, with the Spirit Control Sect's help, achieved Foundation Establishment. She then worked in the Intelligence Hall.

"She doesn't know I've advanced to the Golden Core Realm?"

Shen Long asked.

"I know. She specifically asked me to deliver these two 500-year-old Crimson Moon Ganoderma to you. She has been dispatched on a mission."

Qian Dafu took out two red Jade Box and handed them to Shen Long.

Shen Long opened two red Jade Box, each containing a crimson Ganoderma lucidum with flame-like patterns on its surface.

"If she comes back, let her come see me. I haven't seen her in a long time."

Shen Long gave the order.

"Yes, Uncle-Master Shen."

Qian Dafu agreed.

Shen Long gave them a few instructions and then dismissed them, letting them go about their own business.

He arrived at Ice Silkworm Valley and sent out a Sound Transmission Talisman.

Not long after, Chen Bing came out.

"Junior Brother Shen, you've finally emerged from seclusion! Master has been talking about you all this time."

Chen Bing greeted him with a smile.

She and Shen Long shared the same master, so regardless of their difference in cultivation level, they addressed each other as equals. If they didn't share the same master, their relationship would be based on their cultivation level; the one with the higher cultivation level would be considered an elder, regardless of age.

"Senior sister, where is senior brother?!"

Shen Long continued to ask.

"My eldest brother went out on business. He's stuck at a bottleneck and is looking for things to do, hoping to use this opportunity to break through it."

Chen Bing explained and invited Shen Long inside.

Xu Xin tried many methods to break through the bottleneck.

Not long after, Shen Long followed Chen Bing to the Ice Silkworm Pavilion and met the Master Ice Silkworm.

"Disciple greets Master."

Shen Long bowed respectfully.

The Master Ice Silkworm treated him very well, Shen Long respected the Master Ice Silkworm from the bottom of his heart.

"You've advanced to the Golden Core Realm, but you still don't have a Life-Bound Dharma Treasure Life-Bound Dharma Treasure. Have you considered it?"

Master Ice Silkworm gets straight to the point.

Even among Core Formation Cultivator practicing the same Cultivation Method, their Life-Bound Dharma Treasure vary greatly, depending on the individual.

Shen Long had researched the Core Formation Cultivator of the Spirit Control Sect who practiced the Nine Transformations Dragon Transformation Technique, and their Life-Bound Dharma Treasure varied greatly. Some had gauntlets, some had knives, some had axes, and some had giant clubs.

"I have considered it, but my knowledge is limited. I would appreciate your guidance, Master."

Shen Long spoke the truth.

"Have you considered changing your Cultivation Method? Our sect only has the first seven levels of the <Nine Transformations Dragon Transformation Technique>, which requires the Third-Rank Flood Dragon Essence Blood to refine into Blood Flood Dragon Pill to aid in cultivation. The conditions are very restrictive. However, this Cultivation Method is indeed powerful. I heard that someone in the North Sea Cultivation World has cultivated this technique to the ninth level and can withstand Law Treasure. If you continue to cultivate this Cultivation Method, you can make a trip to the North Sea Cultivation World and perhaps find the subsequent Cultivation Method. If you intend to change your Cultivation Method, you can choose a Cultivation Method that can be cultivated to the Nascent Soul Realm."

Master Ice Silkworm spoke slowly.

"This disciple does not plan to change Cultivation Method for the time being. If I cannot find a suitable Cultivation Method after making a trip to the North Sea Cultivation World, I will then change my Cultivation Method."

Shen Long said.

The Nine Transformations Dragon Transformation Technique is the Five Dragons Sect Sect's most treasured Cultivation Method, and its accompanying Divine Ability are indeed quite impressive. The higher the level of cultivation, the stronger Shen Long's physical body becomes.

"It's good that you think that way, but have you considered the timeframe? A hundred years, two hundred years, three hundred years? I'm afraid you'll become obsessed with this Cultivation Method, and by the time you realize it, you'll have missed the optimal time for cultivation, thus hindering your Dao Path. There are many such examples in the cultivation Immortal Realm. Some cultivators with great Divine Ability or extraordinary talent become obsessed with a certain skill, Cultivation Method, or treasure, delaying their own cultivation. By the time they realize it, they've already missed the optimal time for cultivation."

Master Ice Silkworm patiently instructed him.

"This disciple is not yet a hundred years old, and has more than five hundred years of lifespan remaining. If I cannot find a successor Cultivation Method within a hundred years, I will switch to another Cultivation Method."

Shen Long said.

He naturally made two preparations; he couldn't possibly go down a dead-end path.

"That's good. Now, back to your Life-Bound Dharma Treasure. Since you cultivate this Cultivation Method, your physical body and strength are already very strong, so a heavy magic weapon would be more suitable for you. However, weight alone is not enough. There are some defensive Divine Ability or magic weapons that are specifically designed to counter heavy magic weapons. I have listed a few weapons for you to consider."

Master Ice Silkworm took out a white Jade Slip and handed it to Shen Long.

Shen Long took the Jade Slip, immersed his Divine Sense into it, and a thoughtful expression appeared on his face.

"Master, you can forge magical Law Treasure, right?"

Shen Long said.

"Of course, but different treasures require different materials. You should first decide on the style of your Life-Bound Dharma Treasure, and I will help you choose suitable materials."

"Master Ice Silkworm said."

"Thank you, Master."

Shen Long expressed his gratitude.

"By the way, I'm planning to go to the Wang Clan in Begonia Valley to attend the Ancestor of the Wang Clan's birthday celebration. There will be many high-level cultivators going, which is a great opportunity to expand your network and social circle. Why don't you come with me? Get to know some fellow cultivators; they might be able to help you in the future."

"Master Ice Silkworm said."

"Master, when do we depart?"

Shen Long asked.

"Six months from now, before the birthday celebration, you've just advanced to the Golden Core Realm. Focus on consolidating your cultivation."

"Master Ice Silkworm said."

"Yes, Master."

Shen Long agreed.

After chatting for the time it takes to drink a cup of tea, Shen Long took his leave.

He made a trip to the Scripture Depository, using his Merit Points to exchange for three kinds of Third Rank Pill Formula, as well as a batch of spirit medicine, to refine Third Rank pills.

Back at the Green Lotus Garden, Shen Long entered a secret room, took out the Crimson Crow Cauldron and alchemy materials, and closed his eyes to rest.

After sitting in meditation for half an hour, Shen Long adjusted his state to its best, his mind free of distractions, and began refining pills.

He opened his mouth and spewed out the Red Lotus True Flame, which landed at the bottom of the Crimson Crow Cauldron. Soon, the Crimson Crow Cauldron turned crimson red, and the temperature in the room rose rapidly.

He threw the ingredients into the Crimson Crow Cauldron one after another and then closed the lid.

Before long, a faint medicinal fragrance wafted from the Crimson Crow Cauldron, filling the entire secret chamber.

Shen Long dared not be careless and kept a close eye on the situation inside the cauldron with his Divine Sense.