Chapter 100: Chapter 100: The Situation in Celestial Profound City

Celestial Profound City.

“Foundation Establishment Cultivators who leave a mana imprint can collect an Identity Jade Token.”

“Master Lu himself has issued the order that any tribulation cultivators daring to cause chaos in Celestial Profound City will be severely punished. Even if they manage to escape, they will be wanted.

Cultivators of the world, whether loose cultivators or sect cultivators, can receive rewards for killing or capturing and returning to Celestial Profound City.”

Lin Chang’an, who had just received his Identity Jade Token, heard this voice from afar, and couldn’t help but nod in approval.

The hearts of the people in Celestial Profound City have been settled.

The number one loose cultivator in Yue Kingdom, with mid-stage Core Formation cultivation, and a late-stage Tier Three Profound Water Turtle, who would dare to cause trouble?

Not to mention the rewards offered, even if one is lucky enough to snatch something valuable, they would immediately face countless greedy cultivators.

“Cultivator clans are responsible for the inner city; if anyone causes trouble and implicates clan members, loose cultivators with family members are responsible…”

As the third auction approached, anxiety stirred in Celestial Profound City, with some considering retreating to nearby small markets to avoid any trouble.

The result was that each Foundation Establishment Cultivator left behind a mana imprint and began to manage a designated area, immediately stabilizing the wavering hearts of the people.

“Brother Lin, I didn’t expect we could receive cultivation insights so soon.”

Chen Qing was full of excitement, all Foundation Establishment Cultivators who left a mana imprint could receive a Cultivation Insights Jade Scroll in advance.

Whether it’s cultivation techniques, spells, or skills, one can choose a piece.

“Indeed, although it’s basic, for us loose cultivators, it’s already a rare opportunity.”

Receiving a Talisman insight, Lin Chang’an couldn’t help but nod, realizing that Master Lu’s methods are truly flawless.

As Lin Chang’an raised his arm, with the infusion of mana, a transparent disc appeared before his eyes.

The countless red dots began to increase, indicating just how many cultivators participated in this mission.

“Brother Lin, if anything happens unexpectedly, I hope you can lend a hand.”

Chen Qing lowered his posture with a face full of smiles, to which Lin Chang’an also responded with a smile:

“Brother Chen is too polite, we are both Foundation Establishment Cultivators, such words are unnecessary.”

Despite Lin Chang’an’s courtesy, Chen Qing’s smile carried a hint of envy.

Yes, they are both Foundation Establishment Cultivators, but Lin Chang’an is a Tier Two Rune Master.

Not to mention that Lin Chang’an previously used the forelimb of an Iron-Backed Demon Mantis to upgrade the Cyan Bamboo Sword to a Top-Grade Magical Artifact (Spiritual Artifact).

It is known that even a lower-grade Tier Two Rune Master needs almost ten years without eating or drinking to afford one.

Furthermore, the expenses of Foundation Establishment Cultivators are substantial, and someone like him, a Foundation Establishment Loose Cultivator without skilled crafts, owning a Spiritual Artifact could take fifty years.

Some cultivators try their luck, and with good fortune, they might acquire one sooner.

However, once they establish a foundation, the entire clan depends on their protection, forcing many cultivators to give up despite their intentions.

…

Gathering Immortals Tower.

“I didn’t expect this area to be under Brother Lin’s responsibility. Qingqing, Wei Buyi, and I were all prepared to close the shop and return to Cyan Bamboo Mountain Market to avoid trouble.”

Shen Lie, who was initially ready to close up, now spoke with a beaming smile.

Seated at the window table on the top floor of Gathering Immortals Tower, Lin Chang’an had a perfect view of the area he was responsible for.

“It was just luck that this area didn’t have anyone in charge, so I took it.”

Lin Chang’an nodded with a smile. Naturally, he would choose a familiar place if given the choice.

Plus, it was a location where he could look after acquaintances.

More importantly, the industries around Gathering Immortals Tower, though valuable to Qi Refining Cultivators, didn’t hold much worth for Foundation Establishment Cultivators.

Therefore, this area posed little danger to him.

He, a dignified Foundation Establishment Cultivator, wanted to see which Qi Refining Cultivator dared to cause trouble.

“Brother Lin, you truly have an elegant taste.”

Chen Qing, responsible for the adjacent area, rode a flying sword to Lin Chang’an, envying his relaxed and leisurely demeanor.

“I greet you, senior.”

In front of Lin Chang’an’s acquaintances, Shen Lie could call him Brother Lin, but he dare not be cavalier in front of outsiders.

Shen Lie respectfully stood up to greet him, ordering others to prepare an extra set of tableware, spirit wine, and spirit flesh.

“I have no such elegant taste; it’s just not wanting to waste such a splendid time.”

Lin Chang’an raised the Jade Scroll in his hand, feeling sentimental: “We loose cultivators can’t compare to those major sect disciples, so we must seize every moment.”

Hearing this, Chen Qing couldn’t help but respectfully clasp his hands: “Well said, Mr. Lin’s words truly capture the hardships of us loose cultivators.”

At the same time, Chen Qing couldn’t help but admire, realizing why Lin Chang’an could become a Tier Two Rune Master. It’s his constant diligence and perseverance in cultivation that earned him today’s achievements.

Lin Chang’an chuckled, shaking his head, his eyes revealing a peculiar expression as he looked at the Jade Scroll in his hand.

For others, these basics might seem mundane. But for him, every focused effort brought new insights.

[Tier Two Rune Master +2 (Proficiency 38/500)]

Seeing the increase in proficiency, Lin Chang’an couldn’t help but smile with satisfaction.

It’s this sense of achievement that keeps him ceaselessly exploring and yearning for knowledge.

Of course, all of this stems from his talent.

“It must be Master Lu. Look at Celestial Profound City; it returned to its former prosperity in less than a day.”

Gazing at the bustling scenery outside the window, Chen Qing couldn’t help but express admiration.

Lin Chang’an also couldn’t help but nod approvingly:

“Assigning the inner city to these Foundation Establishment clans is indeed the most secure choice.”

Celestial Profound City already has many Foundation Establishment Cultivator clans, with numerous family members here. Who would dare to cause trouble?

Of course, unless driven by extreme temptation, like that of Core Formation Spiritual Objects, perhaps.

But how many have reached the peak of Foundation Establishment in the entire Celestial Profound City now?

If real turbulence arises, those eyeing would focus on Celestial Profound Peak, while Celestial Profound City remains as stable as a mountain.

…

In a dimly lit room within Celestial Profound City.

“What a good tactic, Master Lu truly deserves the title of the number one loose cultivator.”

“I, for one, deeply admire him. Regardless of the struggles above, it seems Celestial Profound City will not descend into chaos.”

“Nonsense, who would dare to create chaos at this juncture? There are hundreds of Foundation Establishment Cultivators maintaining order in Celestial Profound City; causing trouble now is just asking for it.”

Each Foundation Establishment Cultivator from the Profound Yin Divine Sect spoke with complex emotions, but most were filled with admiration.

After all, they were also of loose cultivator origins and naturally understood the importance of having a stable place to cultivate.

“Enough, stop arguing,”

Ghost Three Blades frowned impatiently, waving his hand:

“Celestial Profound City descending into chaos doesn’t benefit us much. This time, Protector Xiang sent word that Li Huo Palace secretly sold out the whereabouts of Profound Sound Pavilion’s Golden Core Elder…”

Mentioning Li Huo Palace, Ghost Three Blades’ eyes revealed a deep-seated animosity.

“Among Yue Kingdom’s Three Major Sects, Profound Sound Pavilion is the weakest, with only two Core Formation Cultivators; now one is severely injured. Clearly, Li Huo Palace and Divine Sword Sect are preparing to join forces.”

It wasn’t lost on everyone that the Divine Sword Sect and Li Huo Palace realized continued fighting would be mutually destructive, opting to join forces to eliminate the weakest power first.

Once they’ve both secured resources and territory, they could enjoy at least a hundred years of stability.

“So our mission this time is simple: protect Master Lu’s disciple during Core Formation.”

Despite being outlaws of the Demon Cult, they had no objections now to protecting someone, each Foundation Establishment Cultivator silently compliant.

“Only with Master Lu’s faction remaining can Profound Sound Pavilion avoid isolation.”

At this, Ghost Three Blades couldn’t help but reveal a hint of madness.

Meanwhile, He Yan remained more composed, aware that the Divine Sect’s plan was to let Yue Kingdom’s Three Major Sects fight tooth and nail.

After Li Huo Palace and Divine Sword Sect divide Yue Kingdom, they wouldn’t engage in further conflict until they fully digest these gains, which doesn’t fit with their Divine Sect’s plan.

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