Seeking Fortune and Avoiding Evil in the Cultivation World Chapter 1219 - 560: Another Destiny Hint, Yunhe Demon Cave (2)
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He was curious to discover the immense transformations that had occurred within his physical form.
[Name: Jiang Fan]
[Life Chart: Heavenly Blessings, Attribute: Indomitable Against Calamities, Fortune Magnet]
[Lifespan: 10 million years]
[Spirit Root: Celestial Spirit Root]
[Luck Points: 600 million]
[Wealth: 230,000 Immortal Stones]
[Cultivation Technique: Soaring Serpent Method, Void Refining Chapter (Tier Seven, Early Stage)]
[Cultivation Technique: Mixed Element Talisman Scripture, Seventh Layer]
[Innate Divine Techniques: Emperor’s Gaze, Shrinking Earth into Inches, Palm Wind, Water Control, Soul Devourer, Seeing Me as Heaven, Annihilate Nine Clans, The Emperor’s Wrath]
[Life Talisman: Heaven-Suppressing Ring Talisman (Adept), Heaven-Covering Wheel Talisman (Adept), Heaven-Destroying Sword Talisman (Adept), Heaven-Dominating Blade Talisman (Adept), Heaven-Transforming Staff Talisman (Adept), Heaven-Dependent Spear Talisman (Adept), Heaven-Reaching Bridge Talisman (Adept), Heavenly Glory Bracelet Talisman (Adept), Celestial Respect Crown Talisman (Adept), Celestial-Fighting Axe Talisman (Adept), Celestial-Filling Furnace Talisman (Adept), Heaven-Stealing Claw Talisman (Adept), Heaven-Sealing Lock Talisman (Adept), Heaven-Stealing Ladder Talisman (Adept), Heaven-Crashing Blade Talisman (Adept), Heaven-Time Talisman (Adept), Heaven-Transforming Armor Talisman (Adept), Heaven-Shaking Bell Talisman (Adept), Heaven-Supporting Pillar Talisman (Adept), Heaven-Collecting Gourd Talisman (Adept), Heavenless Umbrella Talisman (Adept), Heaven-Devouring Cauldron Talisman (Adept), Heaven-Hiding Robe Talisman (Adept), Heavenly Concealment Talisman (Adept), Void Heaven Hook Talisman (Adept), Celestial Bow Talisman (Adept), Celestial-Breaking Arrow Talisman (Adept), Heaven-Sealing Bead Talisman (Beginner)]
[Realm: First-Layer Integration (23%)]
[Profession: Tier Seven Low Grade Talisman Master (34%)]
It was undeniable that his attributes had undergone momentous alterations compared to before.
The most significant change, naturally, was the extension of his lifespan.
Previously, his lifespan had already reached an astonishing five million years.
But now, with his cultivation progressing to the Integration Stage, his lifespan soared once more, attaining a staggering ten million years—a truly formidable duration.
Undoubtedly, his lifespan was now drawing closer to that of the ancient True Spirits.
Even those demons, renowned for their exceptional longevity, could not match him.
He could now rightfully be considered a member of the true Longevity Species.
Furthermore, his wealth had also swelled to 230,000 Immortal Stones.
Having expended a substantial amount of Luck Points beforehand, he was left with only six hundred million Luck Points.
However, the expenditure proved worthwhile, as it significantly enhanced the proficiency of his Life Talismans.
It was anticipated that, in due course, their skill level would ascend to the Mastery realm.
"My cultivation progress has advanced so significantly!"
Jiang Fan mused, stroking his chin.
He had not foreseen his progress within the initial layer of the Integration Stage reaching 44% so swiftly; it was truly remarkable.
Yet, this rapid advancement was not attributable to superior cultivation efficiency.
It was entirely a consequence of the Heavenly Dao's bestowal.
He had previously endured the Five Elements Thunder Tribulation specific to the Integration Stage. Surviving such a monumental tribulation had naturally yielded substantial boons, thus explaining his accelerated cultivation.
However, such a fortuitous event could only occur once.
For his cultivation to continue its ascent, diligent practice remained essential.
Nevertheless, the pace of cultivation during the Integration Stage was incomparably slower when contrasted with the Void Refining Level.
At times, even after centuries or millennia of arduous cultivation, the cultivation realm might see but a marginal improvement.
This is precisely why the majority of Integration Stage cultivators within the Great Xuan Dynasty currently remain in the Early Stage of Integration.
Achieving advancement to the Mid-stage of Integration is sufficient to be recognized as a formidable cultivator in the Great Xuan Dynasty.
As for those who have attained the Late-stage of Integration, they are exceedingly rare, akin to mythical relics.
"Additional cultivation resources are imperative to expedite my cultivation speed."
Jiang Fan clenched his fists.
To be candid, resources capable of accelerating the cultivation of an Integration Stage cultivator were exceptionally scarce.
Currently, the Void Realm possessed few such items; otherwise, he would not have journeyed to the Spirit Ruins Realm in pursuit of a breakthrough.
However, even within the Spirit Ruins Realm, Tier Seven cultivation resources were exceedingly limited.
One could not merely label them as rare like treasured relics; they were, in truth, exceptionally uncommon.
Were this not the case, the cultivation speed of Integration cultivators would not be so sluggish.
Normally, elixirs and spirit medicines of the seventh tier are exceedingly rare in the marketplace. Their acquisition often surpasses the capacity of spirit stones, with bartering being the primary method of exchange. A single seventh-tier elixir represents immense wealth, much like a seventh-tier spirit medicine, which, after over ten thousand years of maturation, possesses formidable medicinal potency capable of accelerating the cultivation of Integration stage cultivators. For these powerful individuals, spirit medicines under ten thousand years old are akin to mere snacks, offering negligible benefits to their cultivation.
Suddenly, a profound message resonated within the depths of his sea of consciousness.
"Destiny's hand often intervenes unexpectedly. Recently, the demons have intensified their assaults on the Great Xuan Dynasty, plunging the realm into peril as they aim to expand their dominion into human lands. However, this dire situation presents a significant opportunity for you; crises often conceal blessings. Consider venturing to the Cyan Stone Demon Cave."
"Destiny shall illuminate your path."
"Destiny Hint One: Despite the demons' superior overall strength compared to the Human Race, their engagement on multiple fronts necessitates combating both humans and other demonic races. This strain on their forces leads to manpower shortages, leaving certain demon caves vulnerable and sparsely guarded. This presents an ideal moment to strike these hollowed-out caverns, with the Cyan Stone Demon Cave being a prime example. By noon tomorrow, you can reach the Cyan Stone Demon Cave, where only a single Combined Demon of the Integration Stage will be found guarding its core. Overcoming this guardian will enable you to obliterate the Cyan Stone Demon Cave."
"Destiny Hint Two: Nevertheless, swift action is paramount. You must eliminate this Integration Stage Combined Demon within ten minutes. Exceeding this timeframe will trigger reinforcements, with numerous Combined Demons teleporting from other locations, inevitably leading to your encirclement and a perilous nine-death, one-life scenario."
"Destiny Hint Three: Should you succeed in eradicating the Cyan Stone Demon Cave, a hidden treasury awaits, brimming with countless treasures that will significantly bolster your cultivation."
Absorbing this vital information, a spark of anticipation ignited in Jiang Fan's eyes. He had been contemplating methods for acquiring substantial wealth, and now, a message from destiny had arrived. In this world, what method of enrichment could possibly rival pillaging? Especially when the targets were demons, not fellow human cultivators. For the Human Race, plundering and slaying demons is not only justifiable but righteous. Furthermore, demon caves are reputedly filled with untold riches. The rewards for destroying a demon cave are truly beyond comprehension.
"This is a golden opportunity, a chance of a lifetime," Jiang Fan declared, clenching his fist. He recalled a previous instance where the Cyan Stone Demon Cave was left vulnerable due to a significant demon deployment elsewhere, rendering it unoccupied. The current situation mirrors that past event. Upon reflection, this phenomenon is quite logical; the demons' extended frontlines and finite troop numbers mean that concentrating forces in one area inevitably leaves other locations depleted.
The critical aspect is that this internal demonic vulnerability is a closely guarded secret, information inaccessible to the Human Race through conventional means. Only through the guidance of destiny's hints could he so easily uncover the demons' weaknesses and exploit them. Moreover, after the successful destruction of a demon cave, he might even receive boons from the Heavenly Dao of this Spirit Ruins Realm, undoubtedly propelling his cultivation forward.
"Cyan Stone Demon Cave? Could this be located within the Yunhe Kingdom?"
"Is this the very place where Li Changsheng, with his legendary Seven-Colored Life Chart, resides?"
"It appears this young man's fortune is quite favorable."
"If the Cyan Stone Demon Cave is eliminated, it's estimated that the Yunhe Kingdom will experience a period of relative peace."
Jiang Fan's mind raced, recalling details about Li Changsheng, particularly the exceptional nature of an individual possessing a Seven-Colored Life Chart. He had encountered many cultivators who could display their Life Plates, but the number of those who manifested a Seven-Colored Life Chart was so minuscule that it could be counted on a single hand, denoting an almost unimaginable rarity. In some vast realms, a Seven-Colored Life Chart might appear only once, or perhaps not at all, which is entirely commonplace. After all, such an extraordinary life chart is not a phenomenon encountered casually.