Chapter 327: Chapter 194: Times Have Changed, Plotting Core Formation (2)

However, this risk is not small.

“Old Hu, I’m afraid even the seemingly simplest task of hunting demon beasts involves beasts with special functions, right?”

Lin Chang’an’s eyes flickered, while Old Hu could only nod helplessly.

“That’s right, the demon beasts commissioned for hunting mostly have specific uses, whether it helps one’s own cultivation or in refining some powerful magical treasures, elixirs, etc.

These unique beasts are often difficult to find, and even if found, they are exceedingly hard to hunt. Cultivators often use arrays to lure the beasts within to have a chance.”

Old Hu sighed helplessly, saying that if getting Core Formation Spiritual Objects were that easy, there wouldn’t be so many Foundation Establishment cultivators in the Immortal Cultivation Realm.

“Many cultivators end up idling away their lives and eventually, in unwillingness during their twilight years, turn to become tribulation cultivators.”

Of course, the Immortal Cultivation Realm has never lacked exceptionally lucky individuals, who, due to opportunities, enter a secret realm and obtain exotic flowers and fruits to directly exchange for Core Formation Spiritual Objects.

“Old Hu, what do you mean?”

Lin Chang’an couldn’t help but reveal a peculiar smile, looking at Old Hu, as if seeing through his intentions.

Old Hu scratched his head awkwardly and waved his hand, saying, “Old Lin, don’t get any wild ideas. I’m definitely not that kind of person.”

“Wasn’t it during the secret realm that you got that Tier Three Array? With your methods, Old Lin, plus my Tier Two Middle Grade skills, it’s not a big deal to help you forge other sub-array discs and array flags.”

“You sly Old Hu, back then you said you only had Tier Two Lower Grade skills.”

“Old Lin, I’ve only improved my skills later on, and artifact refining is indeed time-consuming and labor-intensive.”

After saying this, Old Hu’s proposal truly tempted Lin Chang’an a bit.

After all, when they came here together, it wasn’t just to look out for each other. More importantly, it was about the Core Formation Spiritual Objects. From the very beginning, they knew it would be difficult relying on themselves alone.

“Old Lin, besides, don’t worry, the task of creating the sub-array discs and array flags is on me. When the time comes, you and I will combine our efforts for the commission rewards. It’s not impossible to give it a try.”

It’s better to join forces with familiar cultivators than with strangers and end up accidentally working for someone else’s benefit.

At least they have a foundation of trust.

“Of course, Old Lin, since you’re contributing significantly, your share comes first. If it truly doesn’t work out in the future, I, Old Hu, don’t want to waste away and would rather join the Bihai Palace.”

Old Hu was also biting the bullet and gambling on Lin Chang’an’s character. Otherwise, it would be too difficult relying only on himself.

“Old Hu, what you’re suggesting isn’t that easy.”

Lin Chang’an shook his head. Most of these commission tasks are the most time-consuming and labor-intensive, and the fast ones are inevitably fraught with danger.

“Indeed, many commissions are from cultivators who have found the whereabouts of demon beasts or spirit grass, or for organized hunts against tribulation cultivators, involving too much change.”

“That’s why your array, Old Lin, serves as our last resort. After all, my talisman treasures have limited uses.”

After some discussion, the two also reached a preliminary agreement to cooperate.

Old Hu’s proposal was good; if the right opportunity arises, working together isn’t a bad option, but he must also plan secretly for himself and not miss any chance.

They need to be prepared in both aspects.

For now, Lin Chang’an’s primary focus is to prepare for a closed-door retreat to breakthrough to the late-stage Foundation Establishment.

…

Meanwhile, on the sea, watching the shadows of the three major families’ merchant ships leaving, the cultivators of the Wang Family were full of greed but helplessly let them go.

“Madam Lu, the value of these few merchant ships is considerable.”

“Wang Daoist friend, you’re joking. They are just a few ordinary merchant ships. Even though they carry some materials, can they match the accumulation of the three families? And do you think any precious materials would be on these ordinary ships?”

After the Wang and Lu families’ fleets watched the Jade Spirit Island fleet depart, they headed towards Jade Spirit Island.

They even deliberately waited for the three families’ merchant ships to set sail so that a group of elite cultivators from the island’s three families would leave.

It would reduce the difficulty of attacking the island.

“Target Jade Spirit Island!”

Two merchant ships flying ordinary flags set sail towards Jade Spirit Island.

On the Lu family’s merchant ship, a cultivator named Lu Yujian, about thirty years old with a cold and proud demeanor, holding a Treasure Sword, said in a deep voice:

“Mother, are you worried that if we act against the merchant ships, news will get back?”

This graceful Madam Lu nodded lightly, her expression solemn.

“Indeed, and more importantly, the Wang Family’s people cannot be easily trusted. Reducing even a little loss is to add more strength to our Lu Family.”

This Madam Lu, at only the initial stage of Foundation Establishment, with her dignified demeanor, commanded respect from the five Foundation Establishment cultivators of the Lu Family.

Back then, the Lu Family faced difficulties, and it was this Madam Lu who turned the tide, or else the Lu Family might have fallen apart.

Even among them, two had reached mid-stage Foundation Establishment, yet they still respected this Madam Lu.

Although strength is paramount in the Immortal Cultivation Realm, when strengths are similar, those with a good heart and mind, under shared interests, are no fools not to listen.

…

The sun shone brightly, the traces of blood and gore from previous beast tide battles around the island had long been washed away by time, vanishing without a trace.

On this day, the sea was calm and peaceful until the moonlight reflected on the water, and a gentle mist rose.

Lin Chang’an and Old Hu, having already set out towards Five Dragons Island, aimed to sell high-tier demon beast materials.

They even encountered the Wen couple on the way. Originally, a cultivator with the surname Fang also intended to go, but he claimed to have some insights into his cultivation and decided to first enter a closed-door retreat.

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