Eternal Life from Talisman Painting-Chapter 91: Li Huo Palace’s Huang Family

Two months later.

"This peaceful time will always be broken."

Lin Chang’an stepped out of his cave dwelling, gazing at the bustling Celestial Profound City, and couldn’t help but feel wistful, shaking his head in reflection. The hidden dangers lurking beneath made him feel unsafe.

As the auction drew near, the flow of people into Celestial Profound City increased daily, especially with many Foundation Establishment cultivators from neighboring countries flocking in.

"Let’s go."

With an impending storm, now whenever Lin Chang’an left his cave, he would carry his Cyan-Horned Bull in a Spirit Beast Bag wherever he went.

"The auction is set to be held in three sessions, each three months apart. The most captivating and the reason why Foundation Establishment cultivators from distant lands are drawn here is the Core Formation Spiritual Object at the final auction."

Core Formation Spiritual Objects were still too distant for him; not only was he unable to obtain them, but even if he did, they would only gather dust in his Storage Bag.

"I’m not asking for much—just to purchase a top-grade Flying Needle magical artifact at the auction."

With over eleven hundred middle-grade spirit stones in his Storage Bag, Lin Chang’an sighed; he always thought he wouldn’t have to worry about spirit stones.

When the time came, he realized he was still a poor man.

"This auction even includes a Tier Two Array."

A powerful array can reverse the situation at a critical moment.

However, an array needs to be set up in advance and does not have the practicality of a magical artifact.

"Arrays are more suitable for dealing with demon beasts; for me, a top-grade Flying Needle magical artifact is far more practical than an array."

Lin Chang’an pondered quietly, essentially because he was strapped for cash; if he had over ten thousand middle-grade spirit stones in his Storage Bag, he would grab both the magical artifact and the array.

"Mr. Lin."

"Ah, it’s Mr. Chen."

In the bustling market street, Lin Chang’an happened to meet Chen Qing, who was accompanied by his grandson; they greeted each other, smiled, and parted with a nod.

Among cultivators, the biggest taboo is casually inquiring what others are buying.

Especially with the auction opening soon, even if encountering acquaintances, they do not walk together.

But Lin Chang’an didn’t go straight to the auction; instead, he first went to the Gathering Immortals Tower.

The Gathering Immortals Tower was bustling with business, yet only Shen Lie was busy running back and forth; seeing Lin Chang’an arrive, he hurried to greet him.

"Brother Lin, I’ve already arranged it; Qingqing is at home with the two children."

One of the children was obviously Wei Buyi’s, and unexpectedly, Wei Buyi, who walked with an iron crutch, was also present.

"It’s a troubled season; it’s necessary to be cautious."

Seeing the arrangements, Lin Chang’an nodded solemnly.

Beneath Celestial Profound City’s prosperity lay unknown dangers, but one thing was common knowledge.

On the day of Master Lu’s disciple’s Core Formation, Celestial Profound City would be unsettled.

Because these forces absolutely wouldn’t sit idly by while Master Lu’s disciple formed their core.

"During this period, we’ll also be careful; if anything seems amiss, we’ll immediately return home."

Lin Chang’an nodded lightly, while Shen Lie, smiling widely, took out a Spirit Stone Bag, which Lin Chang’an didn’t refuse.

After all, some of Gathering Immortals Tower’s business over the past two years was his doing, and taking a share was only right.

...

Just then, suddenly a commotion came from outside.

"Look quickly, it’s Huang Tianxiao from Li Huo Palace!"

"It’s rumored that this person has already reached Foundation Establishment Perfection, a genius among the young generation most likely to advance to Golden Core from Li Huo Palace."

"Oh my, using three Tier Two demon beasts to pull the carriage."

Looking from Gathering Immortals Tower, on the street, a high-profile entourage from Li Huo Palace attracted myriad cultivators’ attention.

Seeing such a luxurious carriage, accompanied by three large Tier Two demon beasts walking side by side, exuding powerful aura ahead.

"What a grand spectacle!"

Even Lin Chang’an couldn’t help but feel envious at this scene.

His cherished Tier Two Spirit Pet was being used by another’s family disciple just to pull a carriage; at this moment, he realized he was only considered exceptional among loose cultivators.

But still had some gap with these true second-generation immortals.

"But it doesn’t matter; my journey is still long, and I might not be inferior in the future."

At this time, Lin Chang’an’s heart surged with confidence; in the future, he definitely wouldn’t be worse off than these people.

"This must be the beloved grandson of Li Huo Palace’s Huang Patriarch, with earth-grade spirit root talent; it won’t be long before he forms his core."

"Look at the person driving the carriage; even they’re a Foundation Establishment cultivator."

While others were exclaiming, Lin Chang’an in Gathering Immortals Tower also squinted his eyes seeing the entourage outside, for outside the carriage was none other than Huang Shaohai, looking ready to serve at any moment.

"This person didn’t die on the front lines."

While Lin Chang’an lamented inwardly, Shen Lie beside him also glanced at the Li Huo Palace entourage outside and whispered:

"Brother Lin, I’ll inquire about the news inside the tavern later."

Lin Chang’an nodded lightly upon hearing this.

...

Meanwhile, the ostentatious Li Huo Palace entourage within the city.

"Big brother, this is Celestial Profound City; those three distant peaks are the dojo of the three Core Formation cultivators in the city, and that building is Celestial Profound City’s Fengle Auction House..."

Once arrogant Huang Shaohai, now spoke respectfully to the figure inside the carriage.

Huang Shaohai was merely a collateral disciple of the Huang Family, while in the carriage was the true young master of the Huang Family.

"Hmm, Celestial Profound City, really impressive."

Inside the carriage, Huang Tianxiao gazed at Celestial Profound City indifferently, yet upon seeing the three Immortal Peaks, frowned and showed a hint of dissatisfaction.

Such Spirit Land, if not for Divine Sword Sect’s past influence, Li Huo Palace would have taken Celestial Profound City long ago. Why split it with Profound Sound Pavilion, and even benefit a loose cultivator whose lifespan is ending?

"Remember this, our task this time—do not cause trouble for me, or you know the consequences!"

The indifferent tone echoed in ears, causing cold sweat on Huang Shaohai’s forehead, who quickly nodded, saying, "Rest assured, young master, my father and I will follow your arrangements for this action."

The person inside, although also a Foundation Establishment cultivator, exerted enormous pressure on him.

Even Huang Shaohai felt a bit envious; had he possessed such talent, he wouldn’t be in this position.

From inside the carriage, Huang Tianxiao’s gaze lingered on the other two peaks, contemplating plans secretly.

"The patriarch already broke through to late-stage Golden Core and has secretly joined forces with Divine Sword Sect, preparing to eliminate others first. This time, we must disrupt Master Lu’s disciple’s Core Formation."

Aside from the Three Major Sects, Master Lu represents another force in the Yue Kingdom.

This time, Li Huo Palace’s plan is to join forces with Profound Sound Pavilion, disrupt Master Lu’s disciple’s Core Formation, and eliminate this top loose cultivator.

Next would be Profound Sound Pavilion!

"The patriarch rightly said Yue Kingdom is only so big and cannot accommodate too many forces."

Reflecting on the plan, Huang Tianxiao smiled.

With the top two in Yue Kingdom competing, the third and fourth must be eliminated first, avoiding undeserved advantages.

...

As the entourage passed by, Lin Chang’an at Gathering Immortals Tower felt surprised.

The oppressive feeling from Li Huo Palace’s genius was intense in that fleeting moment of sensing.

"However, Huang Shaohai’s aura seems injured."

Lin Chang’an squinted his eyes in thought, secretly scheming.

Huang Shaohai’s aura was evidently off, likely injured; if the opportunity arose, he might not let it slip.

Of course, if the situation permits.