Chapter 326 - 224: Magical Treasure Embryo, Body Refining Treasure (Part 2)
Chapter 326: Chapter 224: Magical Treasure Embryo, Body Refining Treasure (Part 2)
It was an irregularly shaped piece of metallic Ore, a deep blue all over, with what looked like sparkling stardust shimmering within.
Only after all eyes were drawn to it did he finally speak, his voice sharp and piercing:
"Everyone, this is an extremely rare but rather famous Spiritual Material called Yulan Star Iron. I’m sure you’ve all heard of it, yes?"
Seeing the crowd react, he raised his voice a few notches. "This iron is born within a River Cold Vein, scoured by both Earth Fiend and the Power of the Stars for a hundred years before it can take form. It is a peak Tier Two Material for refining Water and Ice Attribute Flying Swords or Defensive Spiritual Artifacts, and can even bestow a hint of the Power of Star Illusion upon the Spiritual Artifact. I wish to trade it for one Jade Liquid Pill—something that can help a Late Stage Foundation Establishment Cultivator quickly stabilize their Realm and purify their Magical Power. A satisfactory amount of Spirit Stones would also be acceptable."
The moment this item appeared, the eyes of many Cultivators in the hall who practiced Water Attribute Techniques lit up. A few Sword Cultivators, in particular, stared intently at the deep blue metal.
However, the Jade Liquid Pill was one of the finest among Tier Two Upper Grade Elixirs. It was difficult to refine, and its value was no less than that of the Yulan Star Iron—in some cases, it was even greater. The hall fell silent for a moment. It was unclear if the crowd was weighing the options or had already decided the trade wasn’t worth it.
Lin Changheng did not speak either.
He was currently incapable of refining Tier Two Upper Grade Elixirs.
But this was still a good opportunity to understand the needs of Late Stage Foundation Establishment Cultivators and get a feel for the situation.
In the end, the man didn’t get his Jade Liquid Pill. Someone chose to trade with Spirit Stones, which was an acceptable outcome. Once the transaction was complete, he flew off the stage and returned to his seat.
As soon as he stepped down, another Cultivator flew up to take his place.
They took out an item, began their introduction, and stated what they wished to trade for.
If someone was tempted and happened to have what the other party needed, they would negotiate via voice transmission, and a successful trade would be made.
However, sixty to seventy percent of the Cultivators who went up on stage returned empty-handed.
But none of them left. They returned to their seats and continued to wait.
After all, such an opportunity was rare. Until the very end, you could never be sure what might happen.
...
「After a long while.」
An elderly Cultivator in a black robe stood on the stage, pointing at a piece of Iron only half the size of a baby’s fist that he had taken out. He said with a smile:
"I have no hope of breaking through, so I no longer have a use for this Iron, which I had prepared for refining a Magical Treasure Embryo. Though it’s not large, it’s still an excellent supplementary Material. What I want in exchange is either a Tier Two Upper Grade Spiritual Medicine over a hundred years old, or a Masterpiece Foundation Establishment Pill, or perhaps two or three rare items like Foundation Establishment Spiritual Objects. If any Fellow Daoists are interested, please make your offers."
After saying his piece, the Black Robe Cultivator stroked his long beard, scanned the crowd, and fell silent. He waited for offers with a smile, seeming extremely confident in the item he had presented.
Just as he expected, everyone in the hall looked up at his words.
The very phrase "refine a Magical Treasure Embryo" was simply too stunning.
The Late Stage Foundation Establishment Cultivators in attendance were especially tempted. Owning this Material meant they had a chance to begin planning for their own Magical Treasure Embryo.
Someone couldn’t help but stand up and ask, "Fellow Daoist, must your requirements be so rigid? Would other Treasures not be acceptable?"
This question voiced the thoughts of many, who now stared intently, awaiting the old man’s reply.
Feeling the many gazes upon him, the old Cultivator in the black robe chuckled. "If other Treasures were acceptable, it would mean I haven’t yet reached the end of my Immortal Dao. Even seniors who have just entered Core Formation would be moved by a Material like this Iron. Why would I possibly take it out for trade?"
"So, Fellow Daoists, no need to say more. Only those three will do. Everything else is off the table."
His words were direct and resolute, leaving no room for negotiation.
Immediately, many people shook their heads and sighed, forced to give up.
Seated among the crowd, Lin Changheng remained as still as a mountain, slowly pouring and drinking his wine with no intention of speaking.
He seemed like an outsider, but he felt several gazes sweep over him without leaving a trace.
Although there was no strong malice, they were definitely contemplating something.
For example, how to obtain Masterpiece Foundation Establishment Pills from him.
’It’s only natural, given my reputation.’
Lin Changheng’s expression remained indifferent, as if he hadn’t noticed. He simply watched the column of wine pouring from the spout of the pot before him, all while committing the auras of those watching him to memory.
...
After a short wait, still no one spoke. The Black Robe Cultivator showed no sign of disappointment. Unhurried, he decisively waved his hand, stored the Iron from the tray, and stepped down from the stage.
When the man took his seat, Lin Changheng, like everyone else, followed him with his gaze.
He saw that the Black Robe Cultivator was also looking at him.
Their eyes met. Lin Changheng offered a slight smile, raised his wine cup, and made a toast from a distance.
The old Cultivator’s face twitched slightly, and he returned the gesture from across the hall.
But neither of them moved their lips to send a voice transmission.
This left the interested parties who had been watching them both somewhat bewildered.
...
「Time passed.」
The Treasure Exchange Meeting continued.
Most of the attendees had already gone up on stage.
Lin Changheng also made a move, trading a rare Pill Formula—one given to him by someone begging for pills—for a Body Refining Spiritual Material.
It was recorded in the supplementary Body Refining Technique section of the *Evergreen Body of the Ancient Wood*.
The material was a peculiar, one-foot-tall Spirit Grass.
It was scorched black all over, yet faint silver threads of electricity leaped and flickered along the veins of its leaves, instantly capturing Lin Changheng’s gaze.
The black-faced Cultivator introduced it, "...This Thunderstruck Grass was a lucky find on a mountaintop perpetually wracked by thunderstorms. It contains some of the residual might of Celestial Thunder, yet it was not destroyed. It is an Exotic Treasure for those who cultivate Thunder Attribute Techniques."
Generally speaking, Cultivators did not dare use "thunder" for Body Forging, as its power was too violent, chaotic, and difficult to control, making it easy to injure oneself.
The only exceptions were Thunder Cultivators.
But among the many Foundation Establishment Cultivators present, very few practiced Thunder Techniques, and none could provide what the man wanted.
So, after he stated his desired item, almost no one made an offer. Only Lin Changheng’s calm voice transmission echoed in the man’s ear.
"I have one of the Pill Formulas you’re looking for. How about we trade for your Thunderstruck Grass?"
Upon hearing this, the black-faced Cultivator on the stage was stunned for a moment, then his face flooded with immense surprise!
This Pill Formula was useful to his family. It could be used in conjunction with his clan’s inherited Cultivation Technique to produce incredible results.
He had been searching for it for a long time without success. To think he would obtain it here, settling a major concern—how could he not be overjoyed?
This was something that could be passed down as a family Inheritance! Its value far exceeded that of a Thunderstruck Grass with such a niche use! He had only intended to try his luck and never expected such a wonderful surprise!
"A trade! I’ll trade!" he agreed almost impatiently, afraid that something might go wrong.
Seeing this, many Cultivators glanced over. Alchemist Lin was clearly an expert in his field; his collection was vast, truly beyond what outsiders like them could imagine.
Some also wondered, though the Thunderstruck Grass was rare, its uses were narrow. Could it be that Alchemist Lin also cultivated a Thunder Technique?
The transaction was completed swiftly.
The Jade Scroll recording the Pill Formula flew into the hands of the Cultivator on stage, while the Thunderstruck Grass, flickering with faint arcs of electricity, landed on Lin Changheng’s table.
Lin Changheng picked up the Spirit Grass. With his fingertips, he could feel a faint, numbing tingle and the power of celestial thunder, now restrained after its initial violence. A look of satisfaction appeared in his eyes.
’This is exactly what I needed!’
The *Evergreen Body of the Ancient Wood* he had obtained was a Wood Element Body Refining Technique, focused on vitality and resilience.
The supplementary technique happened to record a related method: drawing Thunderbolt Power into the body to stimulate the Wood Element Vitality, causing it to flourish with even greater vigor amidst destruction. This achieved the miraculous body-tempering effect of "like Thunderstruck Wood, not destroyed but thriving," which could greatly accelerate the Body Refining process and enhance his physical strength.
And this Thunderstruck Grass was the perfect catalyst and supplementary material for this kind of tempering. The violent nature of the Thunder Spiritual Power within it had already been mostly purified, resisted, and worn down, which would reduce the risks of Body Refining.
’To think I’d run into this here. What an unexpected surprise.’
Lin Changheng carefully placed the precious Thunderstruck Grass into a Jade Box and applied a Spirit-Sealing Talisman to preserve it.
Acquiring this item was of great importance to him.
His path of Body Refining would most likely take a great leap forward because of it.