“Blood Slaughter Red Sun Array!”

After Yun Yao left, Lin Chang’an became lost in thought.

It’s important to guard against others, and Yun Yao’s caution is not wrong.

Similarly, he must also prepare, not to guard against Yun Yao, but because this Tier Three Array is extremely dangerous. Preparing more won’t hurt.

[Tier One Upper Grade Array Master (Grandmaster 4965/5000)]

Seeing his understanding of arrays was on the verge of reaching Tier Two, Lin Chang’an nodded silently.

“It seems I should seize the opportunity while the situation in the Yue Kingdom is chaotic, and many resources are open to the public. I’d better find a chance to purchase a set of Tier Two array inheritance.”

Tier Two array inheritances are not usually available, but with the current turmoil in the Yue Kingdom, and unknown numbers of forces in neighboring countries watching from the shadows.

This group of people stirring up trouble will naturally reveal things.

Even the internal strife within Yue Kingdom has pushed many families to the brink of destruction, and inheritances that are usually treasured have become less valuable in these troubled times.

“If I can advance my array skills to Tier Two, it would be of great help in exploring cave estate ruins.”

It seems array training must be prioritized in the coming days.

“As for water attribute spells, Huang Shaohai’s memories are indeed vast, and he had some of the Five Elements Basic Techniques, so there’s no need to buy them again.

But I should prepare some water attribute and yin-cold spiritual objects whenever possible.”

Lin Chang’an carefully pondered. Although these things relate to exploring cave estate ruins in the future, they are also greatly beneficial for his own future.

After all, if he wants to form a Core, given the Seven Kingdoms’ scarcity, he truly needs to make a trip to the Demon Beast Abyss.

He really needs to learn some water attribute spells in advance, especially the Water Escape Technique and Water Shield Technique.

Moreover, his Wood Attribute Technique makes it easier to learn water attribute spells.

[Water Shield Technique +32 (Beginner 63/100)]

[Water Escape Technique +21 (Beginner 52/100)]

In the courtyard of the cave estate, as waves of water splashed around, the Cyan-Horned Bull in the pool had a puzzled look. Did its master also like to play in the water?

The Phoenix Cry Bird chirped fretfully, clearly disliking water very much.

Watching the steadily advancing proficiency of his spells, Lin Chang’an couldn’t help but smile.

“These basic spells are quicker to cultivate.”

These basic spells consume little mana during cultivation and are extremely low in difficulty, making them very easy to pick up.

Unlike the Giant Sword Technique, which already belongs to the category of minor divine techniques, ordinary Foundation Establishment cultivators run out of mana after just two or three uses.

It’s simply not possible to quickly upgrade spells like these basic ones.

…

Months later, the terrifying aura of Tier Three Demon Beasts emanated from the Cloud Mist Mountain Range, throwing Celestial Profound City into panic.

“Brother Lin, something big has happened! It’s said that traces of two Tier Three Demon Beasts have appeared in the Cloud Mist Mountain Range…”

One day, Old Hu appeared with a grave expression. Tier Three Demon Beasts are completely on a different level.

Even a Core Formation Master does not want to face these Tier Three Demon Beasts.

“Is the news reliable?”

Lin Chang’an frowned upon hearing this. If it were true, could Master Lu, with his dwindling lifespan, withstand it?

Old Hu, with a grave expression, whispered:

“Brother Lin, there’s something fishy about this news; it seems someone is deliberately spreading rumors. I suspect the involvement of two major sects.”

Examining Old Hu, Lin Chang’an’s expression also turned serious.

Old Hu may appear carefree, but beneath his boisterous demeanor, he is extremely meticulous. Otherwise, he wouldn’t have survived this long.

“But, Old Hu, you don’t seem worried at all?”

“Brother Lin, you’re joking. With Tier Three Demon Beasts roaming, a little Foundation Establishment cultivator like me fretting is useless.”

Old Hu shrugged helplessly and poured himself a cup of spirit wine before continuing:

“Moreover, Celestial Profound City has a Tier Three Upper Grade Mountain Protection Array and a Late-stage Tier Three Profound Water Turtle; let others be worried.

I actually came today to ask you, Brother Lin, whether you’re interested in a business deal.”

Seeing Old Hu here to drink his spirit wine, Lin Chang’an shook his head with a smile.

It’s true that when the sky falls, it’s the tall ones who prop it up, and if Celestial Profound City falls, everyone will scatter.

But for these loose cultivators, they may not find such a good place for cultivation again.

“Old Hu, what’s this business deal you mentioned?”

“Brother Lin, you really are forgetful, have you forgotten what you mentioned when we established the Black Market?”

Old Hu teased, but there was a heavy expression on his brows.

“With Master Lu nearing the end of his lifespan, the appearance of two Tier Three Demon Beasts, and no new Core Formation emerging, rumors are rampant in Celestial Profound City.

Many cultivators are considering retreat, and some are already preparing to sell shops and spirit fields in the city. However, there are also war refugees, family cultivators intending to gamble on Celestial Profound City’s future…”

Listening to Old Hu, Lin Chang’an’s eyes glimmered.

There is never a shortage of gamblers among loose cultivators.

“This time, Mr. Yun still has some Spirit Stones, while Old Ghost and Mr. He are completely broke; whatever resources they have have been used for cultivation.

As for Old Jia, after Old Ning’s incident, he’s become cautious. We get it, with descendants, he doesn’t dare risk anymore—this time he might only take a small chance…”

Listening to Old Hu, Lin Chang’an couldn’t help but smile.

“Well, Old Hu, it turns out you’ve saved up quite a few Spirit Stones.”

They’ve earned a lot from the Black Market over the years, but betting everything again after winning once—a prospect most are reluctant to face.

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