Eternal Life from Talisman Painting-Chapter 130 - 116: Breakthrough
After all, given the current situation, he has no mind to drink.
However, looking at Chen Qing with a face full of smiles, with young talents like Chen Wen and Chen Feng able to break through to late-stage Qi Refining at this age.
No wonder he is happy.
Both being loose cultivators, the gap between having and not having resources is very evident, especially in the early stages.
Cultivators with resources progress remarkably in cultivation early on, while those without resources can only engage in arduous cultivation, hoping one day for breakthrough in skills or sudden wealth.
Accumulating strength slowly is common in the Immortal Cultivation Realm, but more often, it’s those utilizing resources from the previous generation who grow rapidly.
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Inside the cave abode.
Lin Chang’an concentrated intensely, holding a Tier Two Upper Grade Spiritual Brush, his strokes following the infusion of mana onto the talisman.
"Swipe!"
A faint spiritual light flickered, on the light golden talisman, mana converged to form a rune slowly gathering a ’Burst’ character at the center.
[Tier Two Middle Grade Talisman Master +1 (Mastery 1/1000)]
With the change on the attribute panel, it showed his talisman skills had finally broken through.
Lin Chang’an then immersed himself in an enlightened state for a long moment before coming to his senses, revealing a look of realization.
"So this is Tier Two Middle Grade Talisman Master."
Looking at the Tier Two Middle Grade Bursting Talisman on the table, Lin Chang’an couldn’t help but smile with satisfaction.
Finally breaking through, bear in mind two months ago, he began preparing, exchanging Spiritual Brushes, Cinnabar, and even talismans for high-level materials.
All for this day.
"As a Tier Two Middle Grade Talisman Master, in the future, at the trades held with Fellow Daoist Song, I have skills to stand my ground."
Lin Chang’an nodded secretly, among common loose cultivators, his Tier Two Lower Grade Talisman Master status is naturally prominent, yet in trades held by Fellow Daoist Song, it seems ordinary.
The difference of one tier makes Lin Chang’an sigh deeply.
After all, the value of a Tier Two Middle Grade Talisman is different.
"A Tier Two Lower Grade Talisman is priced between 1-2 Middle Grade Spirit Stones, whereas a Tier Two Middle Grade Talisman doubles, priced between 3-5 Middle Grade Spirit Stones."
Now, his talisman earnings are twice what they used to be.
For a typical Tier Two Middle Grade Talisman Master, it is not hard to earn a dozen Middle Grade Spirit Stones a month without affecting cultivation, over a hundred a year.
"Though it might not be shocking, it won’t be underestimated. After all, I’m a Tier Two Middle Grade Talisman Master."
More importantly, his talent, in the eyes of others, holds great potential to break through and become a Tier Two Upper Grade Talisman Master.
For a moment, Lin Chang’an couldn’t help but nod. Now he has a foothold.
"Currently, the Tier Two Talismans I know include Vajra Talisman, Divine Speed Talisman, Firebird Talisman, Ice Talisman, and Bursting Talisman. In terms of Talisman, I’m fully equipped, unquestionably qualified as a Talisman Master.
But in the strength of Foundation Establishment Cultivators, I can only bully common loose cultivators, after all, the methods under my control are still too few."
Considering the turbulent situation, Lin Chang’an pondered his current means.
Blood Spirit Spike, although powerful, excels at ambush and requires close range. If one shot fails, it’s difficult to succeed again.
The Ancient Cultivation Technique, renowned for potent mana, yet his cultivation time is still insufficient to surpass others.
"Compared to common loose cultivators it’s not lacking, but in contrast with cultivators of well-inherited sects, the foundation gap remains very evident." 𝑓𝘳𝑒𝑒𝓌𝘦𝘣𝘯ℴ𝑣𝘦𝑙.𝘤𝑜𝑚
These Foundation Establishment cultivators from sects and major families practice high-level cultivation techniques, all accompanied by divine techniques and measures for victory.
While his Ancient Cultivation Technique is strong for the future, presently the cultivation of his Lifebound Spirit Plant is somewhat lagging.
"Compared to those Foundation Establishment cultivators from sects and major families, in terms of pure combat strength, I’m still somewhat lacking. At the upcoming auction, it would be best to acquire one or two divine power spell measures to enhance my strength if possible."
One knows their own circumstances. He won’t blindly assume he can completely overwhelm cultivators at the same realm.
Just like Yun Yao practicing Gui Water Demonic Skill, he might not know the divine measures it carries, but each time he can feel the chilling threat.
Definitely not weak.
"I’ve accumulated some Spirit Stones, now unsure if they’re enough."
Initially, he gathered quite some Spirit Stones with plans for the auction, besides acquiring a Tier Two Pill Furnace, to check for high-level Spirit Liquid.
Never thought, given the current turbulent situation, he must first prepare defense measures.
Thinking back to before Foundation Establishment, struggling in cultivation, and even after, continuing in the same way.
Simply too unfair.
Lin Chang’an resolved secretly, one day, upon becoming a Core Formation Cultivator, he’ll thoroughly enjoy experiencing the scenery of the Immortal Cultivation Realm.
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Lin Chang’an’s breakthrough to Tier Two Middle Grade Talisman Master, many cultivators from major families came offering congratulations.
Yet the outside world remains unaware.
Even neighboring Chen Qing does not know Lin Chang’an has become a Tier Two Middle Grade Talisman Master.
After all, for an ordinary Foundation Establishment Loose Cultivator like Chen Qing, a single Tier Two talisman nearly costs a thousand Lower Grade Spirit Stones, genuinely unaffordable.
Buying several can add up to half a Foundation Establishment Pill’s price.
As the auction approaches, Celestial Profound City becomes increasingly bustling.
Meanwhile, in the courtyard of the cave abode.
"Do you really think Brother Lin doesn’t desire anything? Can rigorous cultivation daily truly become addictive?"
By the pond, Zhou Bingyun cocked her head, holding a Spirit Grass, teasing the Cyan-Horned Bull.
This Tier Two Spirit Beast Cyan-Horned Bull, eager to please the human cultivator, cooperatively mooed and joined the fun.
