After the auction ended.
Lin Xiuyuan and Qin Suwan did not stay in Linan County for long and returned to Anan City with some regret in their hearts.
Although the auction attracted a large number of cultivators, Linan County will experience a large influx of people in the short term.
It is estimated that after the Grade A auction concludes soon, numerous smaller auctions and private transactions will likely take place in Lin'nan City, continuing for quite some time.
But Lin Xiuyuan lost interest. He had attended so many private trading sessions and two top-level auctions without any success, and continuing would only lead to more disappointment.
"There's still enough time; I can wait for a trade fair. If there's really no other way, I'll have to head to the Great Yue Kingdom."
Lin Xiuyuan looked at the formula for the Refining Essence Pill in his hand, as well as a jade slip containing a map and basic information about the Great Yue Kingdom.
I am now over twenty-nine years old, nearing thirty.
There are still 30 years until we reach the 60th anniversary!
He can wait for another auction.
If there is no solution without the poison of pills, the only option is to collect as many spiritual materials as possible for the Refining Essence Pill while traveling to the Great Yue Kingdom to seek immortality and enlightenment.
"Next, my cultivation level can still steadily improve, but I don't know if I can break through to the tenth level of Qi Refining. If I use rare and precious materials, I should be able to do it by accumulating them in large quantities!"
After considering this, Lin Xiuyuan took out an old spirit ginseng flower and slowly refined it.
Now that he has reached this level, Lin Xiuyuan's progress has become extremely slow.
I don't know if it's because of my spiritual root or because of too many impurities in my body. Whether it's absorbing spiritual energy or refining the Great Heavenly Cycle, although it's the same as before, the improvement it brings has become very weak.
Qin Suwan, for example, had already broken through to the tenth level of Qi Refining three years ago!
Currently, it is striving towards the Great Perfection.
The difference in their qualities is evident from this, as different as heaven and earth.
Even Huo Yun broke through, reaching the seventh level of Qi Refining.
While it may not seem like a high figure, it's actually quite fast for the demon race's progress. In comparison, it even surpasses Qin Suwan's.
Because the cultivation methods of the demon race are very different, they mainly improve their bloodline and demon body. Their cultivation is extremely slow compared to that of the human race, but they have the advantage of a long lifespan, even exceeding that of human cultivators in the Foundation Establishment stage.
Each has its advantages and disadvantages; you can't have your cake and eat it too.
The shop's backyard has returned to its former state, with gusts of heat emanating from it from time to time, and at other times, a vast amount of spiritual energy gathering there.
A scene of bustling activity yet peaceful harmony.
Unlike before, Wanlin Pavilion's business has improved significantly. After all, Lin Xiuyuan makes the talismans, ensuring a high success rate and relatively high quality. In particular, the insights gained from the Golden Sword Talisman's overflowing purple light directly addressed the essence of the matter, elevating the talismans to their highest quality.
This has attracted many repeat customers.
Although it is ultimately due to purchasing power and geographical location that it cannot sell out every month, it is much better than before. It takes several months to accumulate a batch, which requires a trip to Linan County.
More than half a year later, the excitement surrounding this once-in-a-decade auction gradually dissipated.
During this period, Lin Xiuyuan made two trips to Linnan County, staying for a few days each time, but naturally, he ended up with nothing.
Lin Xiuyuan took this in stride, feeling little disappointment. The general direction was already set; it was up to him to see if things would turn out as they were.
This day.
Lin Xiuyuan was making talismans when he suddenly felt a fluctuation from the communication jade talisman at his waist. Curiosity flashed through his mind, but he continued to calmly draw the spirit patterns.
Several hours later, Lin Xiuyuan put down his talisman brush, picked up the communication jade talisman, and his expression changed slightly. He said, "A meeting? Could it be that a turning point has appeared?"
Lin Xiuyuan was slightly excited. Without delay, he walked out of the study, immediately leaped up with his sword, and transformed into a light blue streak of light, flying into the air.
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Lin Nancheng, Xiangyou Hall.
Lin Xiuyuan stepped inside with curiosity and a hint of anticipation.
The shop has several counters displaying talismans, elixirs, magical weapons, and various unorthodox spiritual materials.
There was a young woman sitting lazily behind the counter. She was in the prime of her life, with a clever and nimble appearance, yellowish skin, and long, black hair simply tied up with a red ribbon. She wore an ordinary gray robe, which made her look clean and neat, with a touch of casualness.
Jian Qiong was studying a scroll of scripture when she heard the noise. She looked up and saw the person who had arrived. A smile appeared on her face, and she quickly stood up to greet him, saying, "I didn't expect Master Lin to arrive so quickly. I'm so sorry for not welcoming you sooner."
"Since it was Manager Jian who invited me, I certainly wouldn't dare to delay."
Lin Xiuyuan bowed politely, then sat down and asked, "Manager Jian's sudden invitation suggests that the matter I was investigating has been resolved?"
Jian Qiong said, "It's still uncertain. The main purpose of this trip is to invite Master Lin to explore a cave ruin."
Upon hearing this, Lin Xiuyuan frowned and immediately waved his hand, saying:
"Manager Jian, please don't joke around. As a disciple of Xiangxia Sect, it would be easy for you to invite a few fellow disciples to help you. I have only just reached the ninth level, how could I possibly be of any help to you? Let's discuss the clues in detail. Is there perhaps a connection between the two?"
He had no intention whatsoever of exploring this so-called cave ruins.
As a talisman master, I don't lack resources for the time being, so there's no need to risk my life.
Furthermore, Jian Qiong in front of us is at the tenth level of Qi Refining and is a disciple of Xiangxia Sect, a medium-sized cultivation sect in Changguo. Inviting a few fellow disciples to help her would be a piece of cake.
Lin Xiuyuan initially valued this identity and, following the old approach, would establish a business relationship with these well-connected shopkeepers in order to find out how to cure the pill poison.
Sure enough, these spirit masters earn spirit stones too easily, they're unwilling to take even the slightest risk. Jian Qiong sneered inwardly, but showed no sign of it on her face, nodding and saying:
"There is a connection, otherwise I wouldn't have sent a message to you."
Then, Jian Qiong gave a bitter smile and shook her head, saying, "I am indeed a disciple of Xiangxia Sect, but due to infighting within the sect, let alone inviting fellow disciples to help me, it's difficult for me to even go back. Otherwise, the sect wouldn't have a business association in the city, and I wouldn't be here to patronize this small shop."
Seeing this, Lin Xiuyuan couldn't help but ask, "Then please explain in detail, Manager Jian, what is the connection between the method to cure the pill poison and this cave ruins?"
Jian Qiong smiled slightly and asked in return, "I wonder if Master Lin has ever heard of the Yin Spirit White Bird?"
Upon hearing this, Lin Xiuyuan's expression shifted, and a look of joy appeared in his eyes.
This yin spirit white bird was one of the two kinds of demonic insects on the list of strange demons that Lin Xiuyuan had heard about, and they were said to be very effective in treating pill poisoning.
Immediately, Lin Xiuyuan couldn't help but ask in a deep voice:
"Manager Jian, could it be that you know the whereabouts of the Yin Spirit White Bird, perhaps within that ancient cave?"
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