Witch Clan Spy
Shangguan Yunfei wholeheartedly agreed, saying, "That's right. When encountering Witch Clan cultivators, the best course of action is to kill them as quickly as possible, without giving them a chance to cast spells. If we engage in a war of attrition with the Witch Clan Witch Clan, even if they are no match for us, they might use themselves as a medium to unleash powerful spells and perish together with us Human Race cultivators. There are many such examples."
After chatting for more than an hour, Shangguan Yunfei proposed exchanging cultivation resources, and none of the cultivators objected.
Shen Long had participated in similar exchange meetings many times. The cultivators brought out a lot of things, but not many of them caught Shen Long.
Shen Long traded a bottle of Vajra Bone Tempering Pill for a bottle of Blood Python Pill from Shangguan Yunfei; both pills could strengthen the physical body.
Shen Long took out several Yin Bead from the Golden Core Realm Ghost Creature and exchanged them for the Poison Sac of Third Rank Nine-Rosy Beast and some Demon Core from Third Rank poisonous insects and beasts.
"Fellow Daoist Shen, if I may ask, did you go to the Mysterious Yin Grotto-Heaven? And how did you manage to produce so many high-grade Yin Bead?"
Chu Shan asked curiously.
Shen Long nodded and said, "I almost didn't make it back. There are indeed many Ghost Creature in the Mysterious Yin Grotto-Heaven. I encountered a Nascent Soul Realm stage Ghost Creature, but luckily I ran fast."
"To escape from the Nascent Soul Realm Ghost Creature, Fellow Daoist Shen is truly remarkable."
Chu Shan said with admiration.
"Fellow Daoist Chu misunderstands. I didn't encounter the Nascent Soul Realm Ghost Creature. It was annihilating other cultivators, so I fled immediately. If I had encountered the Nascent Soul Realm Ghost Creature, I wouldn't have been confident of escaping unscathed."
Shen Long said.
His Divine Sense was approaching the Great Perfection of the Core Formation stage, thanks in no small part to the Spirit-Nourishing Pendant.
Chu Shan suddenly understood and said with a smile, "I see. However, it's already quite remarkable that Fellow Daoist Shen was able to come out of the Mysterious Yin Grotto-Heaven alive."
More than an hour later, the exchange ended, and Shen Long and the others left one after another, leaving Shangguan Yunyu and Shangguan Yunfei behind.
"This Fellow Daoist Shen's physical body is much stronger than mine; it seems he has consumed quite a few body-tempering elixirs and pills."
Shangguan Yunfei praised.
"Cousin, Fellow Daoist Shen actually held back. His Qi and Blood are much stronger than yours. If he had gone all out, you wouldn't have just been forced to take two steps back. He gave you face."
Shangguan Yunyu said solemnly.
"You're not mistaken, are you?"
Shangguan Yunfei asked in surprise.
Shangguan Yunyu shook her head and said seriously, "The Cultivation Method I practice is quite special. It allows me to sense the strength of a cultivator's Qi and Blood. I don't know exactly how strong he is, but I'm certain that he held back just now."
"I hope to spar with him again sometime in the future."
Shangguan Yunfei's face showed anticipation.
Back at his residence, Shen Long went into the Cultivation Room and sat cross-legged on a Red Prayer Mat.
He took out a Golden Porcelain Bottle and poured out a blood-red pill with nine Pill Pattern on its surface. This was the Blood Python Pill.
He put the Blood Python Pill into his mouth. The pill melted instantly upon entering his mouth, and soon, a massive energy rose in his abdomen and spread rapidly.
Shen Long quickly circulated his internal energy to refine it, guiding it towards the golden core in his Dantian.
Red Dragon Scales slowly grew on his body, and a Red Rosy Clouds emerged, protecting his entire body.
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In a secluded Blue-tiled Courtyard, Lu Xin and Xu Tong sat in a Cyan Stone Pavilion.
"Fellow Daoist Shen actually killed a cultivator from the Witch Clan. I wonder who he killed? If we report this, the Witch Clan might not punish us."
Lu Xin suggested.
"I hope so! This man is quite Divine Ability, but I'm afraid the Witch Clan will send us to deal with him."
Xu Tong looked worried.
"Let's take it one step at a time! I never expected this person's physical body to be so strong; even Shangguan Daoist Shangguan is no match for him."
Lu Xin's expression was solemn.
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In a three-story black pavilion, Chu Shan sat in the main seat, while Qin Tianhe Chu Shan the situation to him.
"That's all I know. As for how Senior Shen joined the Spirit Control Sect and how he formed his core, I have no idea."
Qin Tianhe said.
Chu Shan suddenly inquired about Shen Long's situation, but Qin Tianhe didn't know much about it.
"Did your bottleneck loosen up at this Auction?"
Chu Shan asked.
"After exchanging ideas and practicing with many fellow Daoists, I feel that my bottleneck has loosened somewhat. I plan to go into Secluded Cultivation for a period of time to cultivate in the hope of resolving this bottleneck."
Qin Tianhe said.
"Alright, if you can advance to the Great Perfection of Foundation Establishment, I will provide you with the resources to break through to the Golden Core Realm. Whether you can advance to the Golden Core Realm depends on yourself."
Chu Shan promised.
Qin Tianhe was overjoyed, bowed deeply, and said gratefully, "Thank you for your guidance, Master."
"I hope you can advance to the Golden Core Realm! Go and cultivate!"
Chu Shan gave the instructions.
Qin Tianhe acknowledged and bowed as he withdrew.
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Two weeks passed quickly.
Shen Long was cultivating in his secret chamber when a Sound Transmission Talisman flew in.
He quickly stopped his practice, opened his eyes, flicked two fingers, grabbed the Sound Transmission Talisman, and squeezed it hard. The Sound Transmission Talisman spontaneously combusted, transmitting Lin Yutong's voice. "Senior Brother Shen, Aunt Du wants us to go to a meeting."
Shen Long got up and went outside, where he saw Lin Yutong standing at the door.
"Senior Brother Shen!"
Lin Yutong gave Shen Long a sweet smile.
Han Yuwei and Master Ice Silkworm have reconciled, and Lin Yutong has accepted Master Ice Silkworm.
"Junior Lin, is Master alright?"
Shen Long asked.
"Father has been recuperating for a while and is much better now. Let's go over there first! Don't keep Aunt Du waiting."
Lin Yutong suggested.
Shen Long nodded and came to a secluded courtyard with Lin Yutong. Du Yinyin sat next to Zhang Qing stone table, while Xu Yang, Master Ice Silkworm and Han Yuwei stood to the side.
Master Ice Silkworm's complexion has improved a lot, and Han Yuwei is radiant, as if she has been nourished.
Shen Long bowed and said, "Disciple greets Aunt Du, Master, and Mistress."
"Nephew Shen, we plan to return to the East Hua Cultivation World. What are your plans?"
Du Yinyin asked.
"This disciple plans to remain in the Southern Border Cultivation World for the time being, and try to find a way to overcome this bottleneck."
Shen Long said.
He was stuck at a bottleneck and had originally planned to travel around anyway, so there was no need for him to return to the East Hua Cultivation World now.
"Since that's the case, then you can stay here! Be careful, this isn't the East Hua Cultivation World."
Du Yinyin gave her instructions.
"Yes, thank you for reminding me Aunt Du."
Shen Long agreed.
"Shen Long, be careful! Once you've overcome this bottleneck, return to the East Hua Cultivation World!"
"Master Ice Silkworm gave instructions."
Shen Long nodded. "Yes, Master."
"Let's set off! Let's return to the East Hua Cultivation World as soon as possible."
Du Yinyin said.
The six people left their lodgings and headed down the mountain.
Upon reaching the foot of the mountain, Du Yinyin summoned a Red Flying Boat and boarded it, with the four members of the Master Ice Silkworm following closely behind.
"Take care, Senior Brother Shen."
Lin Yutong said.
Du Yinyin made a hand seal, and the Red Flying Boat emitted a dazzling red light, soaring into the sky and quickly disappearing into the horizon.
After a moment's thought, Shen Long stomped his right foot on the ground, transforming into a Escape Light and disappearing into the void, leaving the area.