Chen Sheng looked at them for a few seconds, then waved his hands. The magic weapons fell into his sleeves and disappeared.

Afterwards, he turned his eyes to the classics and picked up a nearby one to read, but it was not a book on alchemy, but a secret method of immortality.

"Mist Shadow Technique."

This is a second-level escape technique, different from the Golden-Winged Roc Technique. It emphasizes moving in a small space and is extremely ghostly.

After just a quick glance, Chen Sheng was not very interested and put it back. He thought it was nothing magical or special.

Chen Sheng read through all the books in Shangbaotang, but they were all about immortal secrets and skills, but no books on alchemy, so he went out and looked for it somewhere else.

Xiao Jian is a third-rank alchemist. Although the layout of this villa is casual, he does not believe that there are no alchemy classics in the third-rank field.

“It’s still a secret book.”

After searching two palaces in a row, the layout of both palaces was similar to that of Shangbao Hall. After thinking for a moment, Chen Sheng felt that he could not look for it nearby, so he walked straight towards the inner circle.

At the same time.

Dakan Mountain.

Two immortal cultivators flew by and sensed the fluctuations of the formation hidden in the surroundings. It was very slight, but because they were formation cultivators, they were still able to sense it.

"Could it be that some kind of secret realm is about to be opened?"

This kind of thing is not uncommon. A magic circle that conceals a secret realm has been abandoned over the passage of time, and the forgotten opportunity will be revealed.

Perhaps, today they were lucky enough to encounter the emergence of a mysterious secret realm.

"This place, Dakan Mountain, seems to be true to the rumors of the past."

The other person thought of something, and a bright light flashed in his eyes. It was rumored that Xiao Jian was a Jindan Zhenren. If this was really the opportunity he left behind, then his destiny would be changed.

"open!"

After figuring out the source of the secret realm, the two formation repairers were very happy. They searched for the gradually disappearing formation energy, threw out a portal, and slowly opened a hole.

The shadow of Xiao Jian's villa appeared again until it was fixed in the void and could not escape.

"This kind of opportunity must not be known to outsiders."

After forcing the secret realm out, the two stepped in and stood on the edge, ready to remove the door and take the opportunity for themselves.

"Hahaha, it's time for my good fortune to come."

At this time, an old man with a perverse and unruly face came over like a tiger smelling blood. He had a high level of cultivation and a fierce aura, and had already surpassed the realm of Qi Refining.

"It's too late, let's go first."

The two formation cultivators were startled and did not dare to provoke. They gave up the plan of closing the portal and went deep into the secret realm.

This old man is very strong, definitely a master of the Foundation Establishment Stage. If the two of them dare to make any unusual movements, they will most likely be killed first.

I don't know if the old man was proud of his status or just didn't care, but he rushed into the secret realm without taking care of the finishing touches.

As a result, over a period of time, many cultivators discovered the opportunity to be reborn and flocked to Xiao Jian's villa.

"Someone's coming in."

Chen Sheng sensed that there was the aura of a cultivator appearing in this secret realm, but he did not pay too much attention to it. His eyes were fixed on the current temple.

The name of the hall is Danyun. It is magnificently built and has a sense of dominating all directions. The plaque is black with light gold ink, exuding a natural and elegant charm.

"This handwriting was written by Xiao Jian."

Chen Sheng felt a spirit on the plaque, a pale gold that was immortal and flowed naturally, combining the energy of a Golden Elixir True Man and a third-rank alchemy master into one. It had lasted for more than two thousand years, and its true color had not changed.

His anticipation for Danyun Palace suddenly soared. He walked over the steps and threshold and went into the room.

Sure enough, this temple was very different. There was no brilliance of magical instruments, no extra embellishments, only rows of wooden bookshelves with various classics on them.

"Yun Xi fire control technique."

Mr. Chen started from the first row, picked up a paper book and started flipping through it. It was a book on fire control, and it was indeed well written. With long-term practice, one could obtain the essence of fire control.

He took a look and let it go. He thought that the eight methods of controlling fire that he had practiced were also quite good.

He has his own understanding of the fire control, or practice, of the Dao of Alchemy. Various methods have their own emphasis, but they all lead to the same goal. If the practice is too mixed, it will become confusing.

"Spiritual herbal properties."

Chen Sheng took a step forward. This time it was a jade slip of inheritance. When his mind touched it, all kinds of spiritual herb knowledge flashed through his mind.

Among them, there is knowledge about third-level spiritual herbs. Although it is not much and only occupies a small amount of space, it also makes him happy.

Continue reading...

His interest was very high, without any sign of impatience. Even if he encountered first-level alchemy knowledge, he would spend some time to learn about it.

This was completely different from the time when he collected spiritual herbs and watched the secret techniques. In his view, those were all external objects that could be obtained as long as he had precious knowledge of elixirs and the skills to make elixirs.

Outside.

It's already quite noisy.

When those independent cultivators and the sects saw the spiritual herbs in Xiao Jian's villa, their eyes widened and soon a bloody storm broke out.

There were also some strong characters who had the same idea as Chen Sheng. They followed the ground's energy and went straight up. However, when they reached the end, they almost vomited blood because the most essential part had been completely taken away.

Gradually, the classics in the palace were discovered, and powerful men or sects directly occupied them and refused to let go.

So, the fight started again.

"Resolve towards the golden elixir."

Mr. Chen was in the Yundan Hall, concentrating on reading the books on alchemy. He ignored the outside world and walked around for an unknown number of times, stuffing a lot of alchemy knowledge into his head.

He felt that his understanding of the second-level alchemy had reached a limit, and he had even dabbled in the third-level alchemy, but not much.

Now, what is trapping him is his cultivation realm.

Then he saw a page of gold foil, the size of two palms, with very small fonts, as small as mosquitoes, and densely packed.

He was attracted at once, especially when he read it in depth, he realized that this was an article about the transition from the second-level alchemy to the third-level alchemy, as well as the experience of the transition between the foundation-building realm and the golden elixir realm.

This was extremely precious. He opened his eyes wide, not missing a single word, striving to understand Chao Jindan thoroughly.

In Xiao Jian's understanding, the second-level alchemy has no "spirituality", while the third-level alchemy has spirituality.

As long as the elixir refined has spirituality, it is the third-level alchemy. If the whole elixir is full of spiritual light, it has entered the realm of the fourth-level alchemy.

According to rumors, high-level elixirs can transform into living beings, allowing them to cultivate and attain enlightenment like humans. The reason for this is that they possess spiritual powers that can reach the sky.

In terms of cultivation, Xiao Jian also explained the Golden Elixir Realm. Gold represents immortality, locks vitality, and can slow down the passing of life.

Instead, to break this limitation, a person's essence, energy and spirit must be vigorous, like firewood, burning to the utmost, in order to forge a wisp of golden elixir energy and successfully form the elixir.

“It’s worth the trip…”

Chen Sheng benefited a lot after reading it. Xiao Jian had already said a lot in his explanation of the Golden Elixir, which gave him a general understanding of the third-level alchemy and the Golden Elixir realm.

When his cultivation reaches the great perfection of the foundation-building stage, it will be much easier for him to climb upwards and he will succeed in one fell swoop.

"Hmm? Someone got there first."

At this time, a middle-aged man with a strong aura walked into the Yundan Hall. He was delighted to see the many classics, but when he saw Chen Sheng, his expression suddenly became gloomy and he asked, "Who are you?"

His eyes were extremely hostile, but he did not take any action. The person who could get here so quickly did not seem like a simple person.

"I am a casual person and have nothing to do with you. Please get out of the way."

After Chen Sheng finished reading Chao Jindan's explanation, he knew that there was nothing worth staying in Yundan Palace, so he stood up and walked out.

"Hand over what you took here."

The middle-aged cultivator blocked his way and stepped on the ground. A pressure from the early stage of foundation building spread out layer by layer like heavy water. As long as Chen Sheng showed any instability, he would be subjected to a more fierce attack.

He summoned up his magic power, his eyes sharp, like a patient leopard, choosing the right opportunity to attack.

Then……

He didn't see any flaws. Chen Sheng's steps were steady, frighteningly steady, as if he didn't feel the pressure of the early Foundation Establishment Stage. He walked closer step by step.

When he met her face to face, he suddenly felt insignificant. The feeling came so suddenly that he couldn't stop it at all.

"Make way."

Chen Sheng said this calmly, and with a wave of his hand, the middle-aged monk's figure was moved to the side like a ball of floating cotton.

Then, he walked out without looking back.

"This person...is unfathomable."

The middle-aged monk was stunned on the spot, his face suddenly turned into one of fear, his heart beating violently, and he wanted to shout, to express the boiling emotions in his heart, but he suppressed the impulse tightly and did not dare to speak, for fear of attracting Chen Sheng's attention.

He had never felt so powerless as he did just now. The opponent's magic power was too strong, like a vast ocean. The moment the two sides touched, he was directly washed away like a small hill.

"Go to the deepest part of Xiao Jian's mansion and see what's written on the monument. What's on the staircase avenue?"

After receiving the Chao Jindan Jie from Xiao Jian's villa, Chen Sheng was already very satisfied. He did not conflict with the others to snatch the spiritual herbs and scriptures, but walked towards the deepest part where no one had ever set foot.

As he wished, he saw the long stele. There was no secret recorded on it, nor was there anything surprising. It just had the three words "Inheritance Road" written on it.

“Could it be that this road, leading to the main hall, contains Xiao Jian’s true inheritance?”

Mr. Chen narrowed his eyes slightly and looked towards the stairway, but he couldn't see clearly. Everything around him was hazy and blurry, as if a thick fog had risen.

What is certain is that there are about a hundred steps in the stairway, and restrictions have been set up at each step, controlled by a large formation that covers the entire area.

"clatter"

Chen Sheng took a step forward, and the restriction was triggered, and the power of the formation was deployed.

In a trance, his mind entered an empty world, where there was an old man with a dignified demeanor and warm eyes. He raised his hand and was rehearsing something.

"This is a sophisticated illusion array. Only after the restrictions are lifted as required can we continue to move forward."

Mr. Chen realized that this old man might be Xiao Jian, and what he was practicing was the method of controlling fire. The other party was teaching him, or testing him.

Only after passing and breaking the restriction can one continue to move forward and truly come into contact with the inheritance of the third-level alchemist.

"Buzz"

After understanding this, Chen Sheng followed the drill. There was a flash of fire, and the Danhuo in his hands was very obedient. He completed the test in an instant.

The restriction on the first step suddenly dissipated, proving that Chen Sheng's guess was correct.

He did not stop and went straight to the second step. Being able to communicate with a third-level alchemist across time and space was something worthy of attention and joy.

The test this time is to identify the highest quality spiritual herbs from the one hundred kinds of spiritual herbs.

Chen Sheng was not stumped. When he was laying the foundation in the medicine house, he cultivated the land and planted spiritual herbs, so he still had this ability.

Second level test, passed.

The scene changed again, Xiao Jian took out a pill and asked Chen Sheng to write an article about his thoughts.

Mr. Chen wrote 800 words, starting from the pharmacology and then to the techniques of refining elixirs, from the perspective of improvement, and the writing was very fluent.

Even though it was just a shadow and not the real Xiao Jian in person, the old man's expression changed slightly, with a look of appreciation and surprise.

…

"One step, one scene; one step, one restriction. Xiao Jian has put in a lot of effort. You can see that he is really selecting a successor."

Chen Sheng walked up the stairs one step at a time. He was not weak in the art of alchemy. Although his rank as a top-level second-class alchemist was not as good as Xiao Jian's, it was enough for him to cope with the test.

He also learned a lot and benefited a lot from the trial. The test was carefully arranged by a third-level alchemy master, and many things were eye-opening.

At this time.

In the secret realm of Beppu, the medicinal herbs in the medicinal garden and the classic books in the palace have gradually been occupied.

Some of those who ran fast or were interested in finding Xiao Jian's inheritance went straight to the deepest part, but they saw a hazy figure on the steps, who had already walked a long way away.

When they saw the words on the stele, they were excited and wanted to catch up, but they were stopped at the first step.

“Boom…”

Some cultivators were unwilling to give up, so they used their magic power to break the illusion with their minds. They then charged forward like demons and ferocious beasts, regardless of the rules, but they were directly repelled by the power of the formation.

Time is too hurried.

If the news of Xiao Jian's birth was allowed to spread, it would attract a large number of alchemists, but the suddenness of the news caused a swarm of stragglers to gather around, leaving everyone at a loss.

Even if there were one or two alchemists standing on the first step, they looked like they were new to this and very immature.

"That is where Xiao Jian's true inheritance lies. We can't let him get it."

Among the first few people who came in, the eccentric old man was among them. He saw Chen Sheng making rapid progress while he was stopped at the threshold, and he couldn't help but get angry and wanted to pull him down.

This proposal attracted a lot of support, as no one wanted to see such a great opportunity slip away.

(End of this chapter)