Rising from Small Cloud Rain Technique

Master Qingfeng slightly shook his head imperceptibly and said in a low voice:

”I didn’t expect you to be interested in the Body Cultivation Technique, but Buddhist Cultivation Techniques emphasize enlightenment, which is very profound.”

He felt that if one wanted to dual cultivate body refinement, it would be better to buy a decent second-rate Body Refining Technique from the Divine Elephant Sect.

Why buy a second-rate technique? Because first-rate techniques are sect legacies and are not sold externally.

Wan Jinrong smiled faintly and said:

”I know a bit about Buddhist cultivation. Their cultivation mainly divides into two types. The first is somewhat similar to our Daoist cultivation, relying on various rules and precepts to restrain one’s mind, following step-by-step meditation visualization. The realm division is similar to ours.

What Fellow Daoist Qingfeng mentioned should be the Zen cultivation lineage, which focuses on enlightenment and personal insight, with vague realm divisions, as different realms are parallel rather than hierarchical.

If one achieves sudden enlightenment, they can reach a realm normally attained after years of regular cultivation. Some monks reach the strength of the Nascent Soul level in three to four hundred years of cultivation, indeed very profound.

However, when it comes to body refinement, Buddhist cultivation techniques are quite good.”

The few of them exchanged a few words and quietly watched the cultivators present their trade items.

Wan Jinrong exchanged for a piece of Tier Three Middle Grade Geng Metal, grinning from ear to ear.

Moments later, it was their turn to go on stage for transactions. Master Qingfeng presented two Talismans, one fiery red like fire, the other warm like Yellow Jade.

”Tier Three Upper Grade Bing Fire Divine Thunder Talisman and Wu Earth God Thunder Talisman, seeking to exchange for beast hides and Demon Beast Essence Blood at or above Mid-stage Golden Core level.”

A cultivator stepped forward, bringing out a massive dark red beast hide, and after some bargaining, they completed the trade.

Wan Jinrong took the stage, warmly saying:

”I am a Tier Three two-star Artifact Refiner affiliated with the Ten Thousand Treasures Pavilion, skilled in customizing Magical Treasures, repairing Magical Treasures, and refining ore, and also purchasing Middle Grade and above Earth, Metal, and Fire elemental Spiritual Objects, guaranteed to satisfy with pricing.”

After speaking, he stepped down, knowing interested cultivators would naturally contact him.

Ji An walked onto the stage, smiling:

”I am purchasing various Spirit Plant Seeds capable of growing to Tier Three. If any fellow Daoists happen to have them, you may trade with me.”

The crowd displayed various expressions, but no one stepped forward, as the value of Spirit Plant Seeds is difficult to estimate. Even high-tier seeds, if not cultivated to a certain level, have little value.

Spirit Plant Seeds typically sell for just one or two pieces of Top-grade Spirit Stone; whoever obtains them usually trades them quickly without holding onto them long.

Ji An was not surprised by this, thinking that seeking Tier Three Spirit Fruit might be easier than acquiring Spirit Plant Seeds.

He was the last cultivator to present, and as he stepped down, it signaled the official end of the trade meet.

San Shan Daoist Master stepped forward with some ceremonious words, and everyone gradually departed.

Exiting the Grotto Mansion, Ji An suggested:

”It’s a rare occasion for everyone to gather; why not have a few drinks at the restaurant? My treat.”

Wan Jinrong clapped in approval and said:

”Great! However, as Fellow Daoist Ji is a guest from afar, I should be the one to treat this time.”

Qingfeng remarked, ”I’m most yearning to drink Fellow Daoist’s Spirit Tea.”

Ji An returned the smile, ”We can also enjoy my tea leaves at the restaurant. Today, let’s have Tier Three Lower Grade Jade Dew Golden Bud Tea, how about it?”

”Excellent!”

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Tripod Fragrance Pavilion, Heavenly Room No. 2.

The setting sun quietly streamed through the window lattice, casting orange-red flecks on the wall, looking like tiny flowers blooming.

The round table was full of various Spiritual Food, with tea and wine aroma wafting through the air.

After drinking to the full, Wan Jinrong put down the wine cup and asked:

”Are you purchasing Spirit Plant Seeds to plant them back in the Western Continent?”

Ji An gently shook his head, ”I rented a Grotto Mansion in the Red Ridge Mountain area, including ten acres of Spirit Field, planning to reside long-term.

I will return to the Western Continent in the future but should return afterward.

However, the future is uncertain; if my cultivation stagnates with no hope of reaching the Nascent Soul Realm, I would choose to return to my roots.”

He did not hide his ambition to attain the Nascent Soul Realm, as every Golden Core Cultivator inevitably has had such ambitions, although most changed over the years.

Master Qingfeng put down the teacup and added:

”Fellow Daoist Xuanqing’s Planting Technique is the strongest I’ve ever seen in my life. The Azure Dragon Wood growing at his Grotto Mansion entrance is thriving.

Although I’ve never entered the Divine Wood Sect’s mountain gates, I reckon their Golden Core Cultivators are at about this level.”

He keenly sensed the Magic Intent of the technique, actually feeling that many fellow cultivators of similar tiers in the Divine Wood Sect couldn’t match Ji An.

For a Western Continent cultivator to master planting, alchemy, and talisman making, one has to admit it’s a marvel.

It’s not to disparage Western Continent cultivators; the foundation there is too thin. In the eyes of Central Continent cultivators, the Western Continent is just a Barbaric Land.

Thousands of years ago, maybe the Western Continent could buffer a Demon Calamity outbreak, but now Demon Calamities have faded from the view of Central Continent cultivators.

Wan Jinrong’s eyes showed a glint of interest, ”In the future, if there’s a chance, I must visit Fellow Daoist Ji’s Grotto Mansion.”

Friendship means developing connections through comings and goings.

Ji An laughed heartily, saying:

”My Grotto Mansion is located at a certain place in the Red Ridge Mountain range, full of black stones, without even a name before, which I named ’Blackstone Mountain.’

Better to act than daydream; once we’re full on food and drink, both of you fellow Daoists can visit my Grotto Mansion.”

He had already reported the name change of Blackstone Mountain to the rental management of Immortal City, and he would gradually spread the fame of Blackstone Mountain in the future.

Reputation is a double-edged sword. He doesn’t need much for now but will need a greater reputation in the future.

Once his cultivation reaches the Late-stage Golden Core, he will plan for breaking through to Nascent Soul, as a good reputation brings more intangible benefits.