Immortality begins with Becoming an Alchemy Grandmaster

The spirit entry test of the Su Ling Sect is divided into three phases.

The first phase is the most complex and general.

It consists of testing the spirit root constitution, cultivation realm, and true bone age.

Among these tests, aside from the true bone age, the other aspects do not have specific requirements mentioned.

It seems that as long as one possesses the qualification for cultivation, they can join the Su Ling Sect.

The bone age, however, is tied to realm level.

Those below Foundation Establishment must not exceed sixty years of age.

Those above Foundation Establishment must not exceed one hundred and eighty years of age.

If one exceeds these limits, it would be more difficult to join the Su Ling Sect.

Luo Chen could understand this.

Although the Su Ling Sect is known for choosing disciples based on spirit rather than talent, they must also consider practical circumstances.

One who has not reached Foundation Establishment by sixty, or has not formed Core by nearly two hundred, likely won’t achieve much on the path of immortal cultivation.

The Su Ling Sect would not invest resources in such individuals.

The second phase is relatively simpler.

The first phase can be summarized as the testing phase, while the second phase is the presentation phase.

The spirit entry assembly is aimed at rogue cultivators, most of whom have been struggling in the Immortal Cultivation World for a long time, each possessing a particular skill.

If one fails the initial test but displays a talent that impresses the Su Ling Sect in the second phase, exceptions may be made for them.

This aligns with what Huang Yuanhua once told Luo Chen.

The Su Ling Sect primarily operates in the herbal medicine industry, so if a rogue cultivator possesses proficiency in spirit planting techniques, their likelihood of being accepted greatly increases.

As for the third phase...

Liu Muchan was initially quite relaxed, but her demeanor turned serious when discussing the third phase.

”Previously, there wasn’t a third phase, but with our sect’s ancestor, the Taisu Spirit Monarch, breaking through to the Void Refining Stage, our sect’s status has naturally risen. Consequently, other sects have started placing spies among us, especially in such a mixed assembly like the spirit entry assembly. Therefore, from this time onwards, a third phase will be added to filter out those with ulterior motives, named the Heart Inquiry Gate, presided over by Nascent Soul True Masters.”

Luo Chen nodded, expressing understanding.

Small sects are often overlooked and ignored by others.

However, major powers always attract attention, and it’s common for other forces to plant spies.

The Taisu Spirit Monarch broke through to the Void Refining Stage.

In the Immortal Cultivation World, it can be said that when one achieves the Tao, all around them rise.

The sect under her command has been promoted from Divinity Transformation Power to Refining Void Power, distinguishing itself from the thousands of ordinary sects.

This period is quite sensitive.

If they’re not careful, the sect might not even have the chance to develop before internal chaos ensues.

To prevent such incidents, the Su Ling Sect likely initiated many internal reforms, with the third phase in the spirit entry assembly being just the tip of the iceberg.

Seeing Luo Chen understanding, Liu Muchan felt relieved for some reason.

”Before the assembly starts, someone will announce the details. If anyone does not wish to participate, they can choose not to early on. After the assembly ends, our sect will escort them along with the failing participants away.”

Luo Chen knowingly nodded, ”How benevolent.”

”Benevolent?” Liu Muchan questioned, then answered herself, ”It’s merely to minimize making enemies.”

Luo Chen glanced at Liu Muchan and realized she was quite perceptive.

She didn’t mention what would happen to those with malicious intent if discovered in the third phase, but it was likely not good.

An early warning might deter some, hence avoiding offending the forces backing those individuals.

However, the effect of such warnings probably won’t be substantial.

”When does the assembly start?” Luo Chen asked.

Liu Muchan gazed downwards, where a vast square accommodated over a thousand people.

She estimated briefly and provided an answer.

”Perhaps you will need to wait a little longer!”

During their conversation, the flying boat descended onto the square.

Guided by the Su Ling Sect disciples, the rogue cultivators from the flying boat began to enter the square.

Liu Muchan cupped her hands towards Luo Chen, ”I have some matters to attend to, see you later.”

”Goodbye, Senior Sister Liu.” Luo Chen cupped his hands in return.

Liu Muchan smiled, leaving with a fragrant breeze.

Luo Chen followed her with his gaze, watching where she headed.

From the square upwards, a stairway made of cyan jade ascended into the mist.

Faintly, golden light flickered at the stairway’s end.

There, Luo Chen sensed an extraordinary divine consciousness.

It looks like Liu Muchan went to meet the Nascent Soul True Master.

”Stop gazing, Xuan Luo Daoist; there’s no need for such longing. With your age and talent, joining the Su Ling Sect is assured; you’ll have plenty of opportunities to meet Senior Sister Liu then!”

Huang Yuanhua’s playful voice came from nearby.

Luo Chen smiled, not explaining further.

Following the crowd, he too stepped onto the square, roughly estimating the presence of over a thousand people.

”Are there really this many rogue cultivators attending the spirit entry assembly?”

Huang Yuanhua waved his hand, ”This is just the beginning! These individuals are likely, like us, rogue cultivators leasing cave mansions in the Immortal City under the Su Ling Sect, thus benefiting from the flying boat to arrive early. True lower-level rogue cultivators are often too poor and weak to afford renting in Immortal City. Therefore, they must travel here themselves, wait outside the sect’s gates, then enter together. Just wait, without a couple of days, the spirit entry assembly won’t start.”