Chapter 335 - 229: Youthful Appearance Trade, Treasure Talismans Acquired
Chapter 335: Chapter 229: Youthful Appearance Trade, Treasure Talismans Acquired
A fresh, fragrant wave of Wood Spirit Qi, brimming with vibrant life, washed over him, refreshing his mind and spirit.
Lin Changheng looked out. The peak wasn’t precipitous; instead, it was graceful and gentle. Its slopes rose and fell softly, covered in a lush, dripping green. Countless strange flowers and exotic grasses he couldn’t name grew in dense profusion.
A winding stream flowed down from the mountainside like a jade belt, its gurgling waters pleasing to the ear. With Spirit Deer appearing and disappearing among the trees and mountain birds roosting, the scene was one of peace and tranquility.
"This way, please."
Xiang Yuanshan led the way.
"Alright."
The two had already landed on the peak. Ahead of them, exquisite pavilions and halls were scattered in a well-ordered arrangement. They were built primarily in simple, elegant white and natural wood colors, blending perfectly with the surrounding scenery to create a secluded yet refined atmosphere.
Occasionally, Female Cultivators in light, elegant dresses moved about, some tending to Spirit Plants, others watering Spirit Fields, adding to the tranquil, immortal charm of the place.
’They must be the attendants or disciples of the beautiful woman in purple.’
Lin Changheng took in the scene with a calm expression, but his pace didn’t slacken. Soon, he arrived at a hall.
Inside the hall, there were exactly two people.
One was none other than the master of this place, Elder He.
She wore a deep purple silk dress that clung to her alluring, curvaceous figure. With a single glance from her captivating eyes, she could steal one’s soul.
She was seated in the host’s chair.
In a seat below her sat a Middle Stage Foundation Establishment Cultivator.
He had the appearance of a middle-aged man, with a square face, dark skin, and a weathered look in his eyes.
’He’s probably here to request a Talisman.’
’And from his expression and demeanor, it seems things aren’t going too well.’
"Elder He, I..."
The Middle Stage Foundation Establishment Cultivator was still unwilling to give up and wanted to plead his case, but just as he started to speak, the sound of footsteps came from outside the door.
He had no choice but to fall silent and follow Elder He’s gaze toward the entrance.
A man and a woman walked in.
He had naturally seen the woman before, as she was the one who had led him in as well.
The man, however, wore a green robe. He had a dignified bearing, a handsome face, and a steady demeanor, looking to be only about twenty-four or twenty-five.
’So young!’
But the aura he emanated made the man’s eyebrows twitch. He was also at the Middle Stage of Foundation Establishment!
HISS. ’This person...’
Lin Changheng noticed the man’s stare and gave him a slight nod. He then looked toward the beautiful woman in the host’s chair, who was also staring at him with surprise, and cupped his hands in greeting. "Elder He, it has been a while."
"Tsk tsk, how long has it been? Alchemist Lin has already broken through to the Middle Stage of Foundation Establishment and possesses Tier Two Middle Grade Alchemy skills. Your path forward is truly wide open. You can now associate with me as an equal."
"Just call me Fellow Daoist He."
He Yunshu was indeed surprised, but she quickly composed herself, her red lips parting as she spoke directly.
This was the judgment she had made.
Lin Changheng didn’t object, merely nodding slightly.
At that moment, the square-faced Male Cultivator to the side took on a thoughtful expression. "Alchemist Lin? Could you be... the famous Alchemist Lin from Floating Immortal City, whose skill in refining Foundation Establishment Pills has achieved Entering Transformation?"
"The Fellow Daoists in the Immortal City are just being generous with their praise."
Lin Changheng hadn’t expected his reputation to have traveled this far—it was a distance of three thousand li, after all. He gave a simple reply, then asked, "And might I ask who this Fellow Daoist is...?"
"I am..."
The square-faced Male Cultivator was about to answer when He Yunshu cut him off. "Just a Fellow Daoist who came to request a Talisman."
Then she glanced at the square-faced Male Cultivator again. "I have already stated my conditions. Mr. Zhao, please consider them on your own. If you have no other business, you may see yourself out."
Her words were a clear dismissal.
The square-faced Male Cultivator sighed softly, having no choice but to rise and take his leave.
On his way out, he didn’t forget to say "Farewell" to Lin Changheng.
Xiang Yuanshan also left with him, escorting the square-faced Male Cultivator off the magnificent peak.
Now, only the two of them remained in the hall.
"Mr. Lin, have you brought the item we agreed upon?"
He Yunshu exchanged a few pleasantries with Lin Changheng and invited him to sit before getting straight to the point.
"Of course."
Lin Changheng disliked dawdling as well. He reached out and took out a Pill Box containing an Elixir.
He opened it to reveal a perfectly round and full, bluish-green Youthful Appearance Pill.
Seated in the host’s chair, He Yunshu’s beautiful eyes immediately lit up. Her Divine Sense silently spread out to inspect the Elixir.
"Not bad."
After a basic confirmation, He Yunshu pinched her fair, delicate fingers together, and five palm-sized Talismans shimmering with a brilliant green light appeared between them.
She passed them directly to Lin Changheng with her Magical Power.
They were five genuine Treasure Talismans.
Compared to the semi-finished Treasure Talismans from before, the difference was enormous and recognizable at a glance.
Lin Changheng gave them a quick inspection. After confirming there were no issues, he passed the Youthful Appearance Pill over as well.
"Fellow Daoist He’s Talisman Making Skills are profound. I am impressed."
With the items traded and both parties satisfied, Lin Changheng sighed in admiration.
"The Youthful Appearance Pill refined by Alchemist Lin is countless times more condensed and pure in its Medicinal Power than the one I saw at an Auction years ago."
"Hahaha..."
After a round of mutual flattery, Lin Changheng finished laughing, rose to his feet, and took his leave.
He Yunshu personally saw him out.
On the way, taking in the surrounding scenery, Lin Changheng couldn’t help but remark, "Fellow Daoist He, not only are you peerless in Cultivation, Skills, and appearance, but even your eye for choosing a Dao Field is exceptional. This is truly a fine piece of land."
Hearing this, He Yunshu’s lips curved into a knowing smile. She didn’t feign modesty but accepted the praise openly. Her gaze drifted over the mountain scenery she had so carefully cultivated, her tone carrying a subtle, almost imperceptible note of pride and affection:
"You flatter me, Mr. Lin. When I was searching for a Dao Field back then, I came across this beautiful peak by a stroke of luck. At first glance, I felt that while the Spiritual Qi here wasn’t the most abundant, it was rare to find a place so full of life, so serene and tranquil. It suited my tastes perfectly."