Cultivation Starts from Farming-Chapter 825 - 372: Dragon Blood Fruit Ripens; Qi and Blood Enhancement 3
Among the cultivators of the Wind Origin Realm, those with a Fourth-rank Upper Grade of blood energy and physique can likely be counted on the fingers of one hand.
At this level, it would take at least two or three Late-Stage Nascent Soul Cultivators to kill him.
As long as he doesn’t provoke the True Dragon Hall in the outer seas, he should be able to ensure his own safety.
However, this enticing thought did not linger long in Xu Ping’s mind before it quickly dissipated.
Mainly because this matter is too difficult.
Whether it be purifying True Dragon blood or breaking through to Fourth-rank Upper Grade, both are out of reach for him and the Golden Spirit Mouse.
Yet, it doesn’t mean there’s absolutely no chance. 𝑓𝑟𝑒𝘦𝓌𝑒𝑏𝑛𝑜𝘷𝑒𝘭.𝒸𝘰𝑚
Currently, as Golden Spirit Mouse has formed connections with the Young Master of the Golden Spirit Mouse clan, there might be an opportunity.
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After Xu Ping broke through in blood energy and physique, he added one more task to his daily routine: refining Fourth Rank Puppets.
However, he felt no urgency about it; everything continued methodically.
Blood Bone Island remained tranquil.
But as time passed, the outer seas gradually became tumultuous due to the imminent emergence of the Ancient Demon Hall.
Only about ten years are left until the projected opening date, which might be a mere moment for Nascent Soul Cultivators.
But for countless cultivators longing for opportunities, especially those stuck at Late-stage Core Formation, eagerly awaiting a chance for Nascent Soul Formation.
These ten years serve as a countdown to destiny.
The prices of all kinds of materials for survival, combat, and exploration of Secret Realms, like wild horses off the reins, skyrocketed.
Magical treasures, Array Plates, Pills... prices doubling become commonplace.
The price of Fourth-rank talismans, in particular, soared significantly.
Fourth-rank talismans are beneficial to Nascent Soul Cultivators but offer even greater help to Golden Core Cultivators.
When the Ancient Demon Hall opens, numerous Golden Core Cultivators will venture forth for a chance.
So, at this time, strategic resources like Fourth-rank talismans are bought by Golden Core Cultivators even if they have to sell everything they own.
Xu Ping was naturally delighted about this.
Therefore, Xu Ping decisively increased the number of talismans provided to Liang Ming and his wife.
Driven by immense profit, Liang Ming and his wife operated at full speed, swiftly striking off list after list of rare materials.
Xu Ping was raking in profits, and his refinement of Fourth Rank Puppets was nearing completion day by day.
The tranquility of Blood Bone Island contrasted sharply with the external madness.
As time passed.
Xu Ping had been in the outer seas of the Wind Origin Realm for over fifty years.
On this day, Liang Ming, and his wife, Lei Jingyan, arrived once again.
Having traded numerous times, the exchange of Spirit Stones and materials went smoothly, the atmosphere in the cave felt casual and cordial due to many years of cooperation.
While sipping Spirit Tea, the conversation naturally drifted to the Ancient Demon Hall that was stirring the entire outer seas.
"Fellow Daoist Xu, if you calculate the days, there are only ten full years left until the Ancient Demon Hall opens!"
Liang Ming set down his teacup, his expression carrying a hint of solemnity, though it was more eager, "Ten years, for us, is merely a short seclusion."
Lei Jingyan chimed in, her voice crisp yet alluring: "Fellow Daoist Xu, my husband and I have come here not just for a trade but also to extend an invitation."
"Though the Ancient Demon Hall is fraught with danger, the opportunities there are unparalleled."
"Our Mystic Water Sect has explored this hall more than once; we have unique insights into its outer regions, known Restriction changes, and some relatively safe opportunity points."
"If a powerful ally like you joins, we can surely achieve great things in the Ancient Demon Hall."
"Not to mention ordinary treasures, we might even find mystical objects that can help Nascent Soul Cultivators break through their bottleneck."
"The opportunities we gain, we are willing to share evenly with you."
Such conditions are undeniably generous.
Information sharing, risk sharing, and benefits split evenly.
Especially the insider information from the Mystic Water Sect, invaluable to a first-time explorer.
If it were any other Early-stage Nascent Soul Cultivator facing such temptation of breakthrough and the assurance of powerful allies, they would’ve likely been tempted.
However, Xu Ping merely listened quietly, his eyes deep like an abyss, revealing no ripple of emotion.
He had no interest in exploring the Ancient Demon Hall. At this stage, selling talismans and accumulating materials for Fourth Rank Puppets was more suitable for him.
"Fellow Daoist Liang, Fairy Lei."
Xu Ping raised his teacup, his tone calm but with an unquestionable firmness, "I appreciate your kindness, but for this journey to the Ancient Demon Hall... I currently have no plans and fear I must decline your generosity."
Hearing Xu Ping’s straightforward refusal, the eager smiles on Liang Ming and his wife’s faces froze slightly.
They had thought that the friendship and the generous conditions coupled with the massive temptation of the Ancient Demon Hall would be enough to sway this enigmatic fellow Daoist.
Yet they didn’t anticipate that Xu Ping’s resolve was so steadfast and unmoved.
Lei Jingyan wanted to persuade him further: "Fellow Daoist Xu, opportunities shouldn’t be missed; some spiritual objects inside the Ancient Demon Hall are long extinct in the outside world. Missing this chance, it might be another hundred years..."
"I understand Fairy Lei’s good intentions."
Xu Ping raised his hand, "The path is long, and each seeks different things. My mind is made up, let’s not discuss this further."
With these words, Liang Ming and his wife knew further persuasion would be futile and might even strain their friendship.
This Fellow Daoist Xu was not just an important source of talismans for them, but his hidden strength seemed unfathomable.
Straining the relationship would be too costly.
"Haha, alright, we were indeed being presumptuous."
Liang Ming quickly adjusted his mindset, laughing off the matter, diverting the conversation naturally, "Everyone has their ambitions, and I admire Fellow Daoist Xu’s steadfast resolve."
Under Liang Ming’s skillful redirection, the atmosphere in the cave quickly regained its harmony.
The three of them chatted about interesting events in the outer seas and insights into cultivation.
An hour later, Liang Ming and his wife took their leave.
Xu Ping escorted them to the edge of the Blood Bone Hall’s restriction.
Before leaving, Liang Ming seemed to remember something, turned around, and cupped his hands, "Fellow Daoist Xu, with the imminent opening of the Ancient Demon Hall, my wife and I must fully prepare for the entrance in the coming decade."
"For future talisman transactions and material collection, I will assign a capable sect steward to liaise with you, ensuring we do not delay your affairs."
"No problem."
Xu Ping’s expression remained calm, "As long as the material collection goes smoothly, it doesn’t matter who liaises. I await good news."
