Seeking Fortune and Avoiding Evil in the Cultivation World Chapter 1142 - 553: The Primordial Talisman Sect Three Years Later, Immortal Destiny—Union of Ten Thousand Fires

Three years have passed.

While Jiang Fan dedicated himself to secluded cultivation, the Primordial Talisman Sect experienced steady development.

However, the sect held no immediate plans for territorial expansion.

The existing territories, encompassing the Southern Continent and the Black Dragon Sea Region, were already sufficient to meet the sect's current needs.

Acquiring more land risked a deficit in population to effectively occupy and manage it.

Consequently, the Primordial Talisman Sect focused on consolidating its current holdings, fostering growth in cities across the Southern Continent and on islands within the Black Dragon Sea Region.

This strategic focus led to a dramatic surge in the number of cultivators affiliated with the Primordial Talisman Sect.

Cultivators seemed to emerge from every corner.

At this particular juncture, a solitary figure materialized near a volcano on the Southern Continent.

This individual was none other than Shen Yanci, a distinguished True Disciple of the Primordial Talisman Sect.

Formerly a Loose Cultivator hailing from the Southern Continent, his journey took an unexpected turn when he stumbled upon an ancient teleportation array leading to the Western Continent. There, he fell captive to Demonic Cultivators, enduring a period of imprisonment.

Fortunately, a twist of fate saw him rescued by the Primordial Talisman Sect, leading to his natural integration as a disciple.

His rapid ascent to the status of True Disciple was undeniably a testament to his extraordinary innate talent.

He possessed a rare Immortal Destiny known as All-Fire Harmonization.

This unique Life Chart granted him unparalleled proficiency in controlling various Spirit Fires and Anomalous Fires with remarkable ease.

This gift profoundly enhanced his capabilities in the art of Alchemy.

Presently, he had not only achieved the Golden Core stage but had also ascended to the rank of a Tier Three Alchemist.

“Haha, I have finally captured another Anomalous Fire! This is truly magnificent,” Shen Yanci exclaimed, his voice brimming with pure elation.

He had departed from the sect specifically to venture to this volcano, intent on capturing the Earth Flame Fire believed to reside there.

His efforts were rewarded; he had successfully subdued the Anomalous Fire.

With this latest acquisition, he had now subdued a total of nine Anomalous Fires, granting him an formidable mastery over flame power, making his every action seem imbued with fiery essence.

For any cultivator other than himself, subduing an Anomalous Fire would be an insurmountable feat.

Anomalous Fires possessed an intensely volatile nature, and the slightest misstep could result in tragic self-immolation.

Throughout history, countless cultivators had met their demise in the perilous pursuit of subduing Anomalous Fires.

Yet, Shen Yanci’s Immortal Destiny, All-Fire Harmonization, rendered him uniquely capable.

Anomalous Fires were, to him, akin to extensions of his own being, easily brought under his dominion.

The greater the number of Anomalous Fires he subdued, the more his power burgeoned, suggesting a trajectory of nearly limitless growth.

It was unfortunate, however, that Anomalous Fires remained relatively scarce in the world.

Even when they did manifest, they were often fiercely contested by other cultivators, leaving him with few opportunities.

Thus, over an extended period, he had only managed to acquire nine.

Nevertheless, this number was quite sufficient for his current needs.

Even in the presence of more Anomalous Fires, his Golden Core cultivation might not have been adequate to wield them with perfect control.

“Your innate constitution is indeed remarkably special,” a voice resonated.

“For cultivators in general, subduing even a single Anomalous Fire presents immense difficulty.”

“Acquiring two or three would invariably lead to catastrophic self-destruction.”

“You, however, possess the incredible ability to allow multiple Anomalous Fires to coexist harmoniously. It is simply astonishing.”

“Mastering the essence of flame will undoubtedly elevate your Alchemy Cultivation significantly.”

The speaker was none other than Shen Yanci’s Lifebound Magical Treasure – the Qiantian Fire Spirit Pearl.

It was this very treasure that had ensured his survival upon his arrival in the Western Continent.

A relic from the Ancient Era, the Qiantian Fire Spirit Pearl contained an unimaginable reservoir of flame power.

Recognizing Shen Yanci’s singular aptitude, it had willingly bonded with him as its master.

Observing his progress, it was clear Shen Yanci had not disappointed its trust.

In the comparatively short span of his cultivation journey, he had effortlessly reached the Golden Core stage.

“Enhancing my Alchemy Cultivation holds limited appeal,” Shen Yanci stated.

“Without the necessary Spirit Medicine, even the most refined alchemy techniques are mere fantasies.”

“The cultivation of Spirit Medicine forms the bedrock upon which an Alchemist’s skills are built.”

Shen Yanci spoke with a profound sense of realization.

He was increasingly conscious of the inherent limitations within the path of an Alchemist.

Alchemists, by their very nature, were profoundly reliant on the availability of Spirit Medicine.

Devoid of Spirit Medicine, an Alchemist's efficacy was severely curtailed.

Only when resources were abundant did Alchemists truly command widespread admiration.

Therefore, in this current era marked by resource scarcity, Alchemists found it necessary to also engage in the practice of Spirit Plant Masters.

“There is little alternative, given the extreme scarcity of Spirit Medicine in the Void Realm during this era,” the Qiantian Fire Spirit Pearl conceded.

“Compared to the Ancient Era, the decline is quite substantial.”

The Qiantian Fire Spirit Pearl echoed with a tone of reluctant acceptance.

Within its ancient consciousness resided a vast collection of Elixir Recipes from bygone eras.

These recipes were incredibly valuable during the Ancient Era, impossible to acquire even with vast riches.

The issue now is that in this present age, these recipes have become entirely obsolete.

After all, the Spirit Medicine detailed within the recipes has long been extinct, completely vanished from existence in the current era.

This highlights the significant disadvantages of being an Alchemist, being heavily dependent on the surrounding environment.

"Even during the Ancient Era, most major powers acquired Spirit Medicine through cultivation,"

"Given the Void Realm's many years of development, wild Spirit Medicine has already been thoroughly harvested."

"Even a lone Spirit Grass found outdoors is already claimed by someone."

"At the present moment, the Primordial Talisman Sect should be progressing towards this location."

The Qiantian Fire Spirit Pearl articulated.

"This is indeed the case."

"Depending on wild Spirit Medicine is not efficient, yielding minimal results."

"It necessitates large-scale cultivation efforts by humans to obtain a plentiful supply of Spirit Medicine."