Qin Feng's question was just a normal thing, nothing secret.
Manager Qian said slowly:
"From the Emperor Realm to the Great Emperor, one has already created one's own small world, transcending the scope of the Grotto Heaven, and can actually be called an Immortal."
This is equivalent to an ordinary person breaking through the acquired and entering the innate realm, thus gaining the qualification to seek the Dao.
The Great Emperor is the most basic level of immortal, also known as a human immortal or a spirit immortal.
After the Great Emperor, when power is raised to its limit, it reaches the upper limit that the lower realm can contain. A lightning tribulation will descend to build an unparalleled immortal foundation. From then on, one transforms from a mortal to an immortal, becoming a Xuanxian (mysterious immortal).
Yuan Huan reached this level.
Don't underestimate the difference between a Mystic Immortal and a Spirit Immortal; it's like the difference between Qi Refining and Foundation Establishment—two different levels of power.
After reaching the Mysterious Immortal realm, one arrives in the Immortal Realm. However, the spiritual energy there is insufficient to meet the requirements for cultivation. One must complete the transformation from spiritual essence to immortal essence, and upon completion, one becomes a True Immortal.
True immortals can be considered genuine immortals, possessing immortal essence and controlling immortal power, completely distancing themselves from mortals.
After True Immortal comes Celestial Immortal. Celestial Immortal is a very crucial transitional period. While accumulating and transforming immortal essence, it needs to prepare for the transformation of the Golden Immortal's soul.
I am ashamed to say that I am currently only at this level.
Qin Feng listened attentively, and he finally understood why he was powerless against Yuan Hong, who was at the Golden Immortal Realm.
It turns out that above the Emperor Realm are the Mysterious Immortal, True Immortal, and Celestial Immortal, before finally reaching the Golden Immortal.
According to Manager Qian, a cultivator who has reached the Great Emperor realm and become a Spirit Immortal is merely a minor Qi Refining cultivator. How could he possibly contend with a Golden Immortal who is several major realms above Foundation Establishment?
That's like an ant trying to shake a tree—ignorant and laughable. It's already a miracle they weren't instantly killed.
Qin Feng continued, "Is the Golden Immortal realm really that difficult? Even Elder Qian is stuck at that level."
Manager Qian shook his head and sighed.
"It is difficult. The path to enlightenment is more difficult with each step, especially as one ascends."
Golden Immortals require the sublimation and transformation of their divine soul, but the divine soul is often difficult to improve as directly as immortal essence.
Even in the immortal realm, there are very few ways to enhance one's soul, whether it's items or cultivation techniques. Even if they exist, they are kept secret.
Many cultivators who are stuck at the Celestial Immortal realm are also at a loss and can only grow slowly over time.
On another note, didn't you just ask if cannibalism was a fetish or for some other purpose?
Qin Feng had already guessed what was going on, but still respectfully said, "I would be grateful if you could enlighten me, senior."
Manager Qian said calmly:
"Young friend, you should have heard of the saying 'like cures like,' which means you should supplement what you lack."
Some people then conceived the idea of "replacing one soul with another," attempting to transform their own soul by consuming the souls of others, thereby achieving a metamorphosis and spiritual elevation.
Qin Feng frowned. "Does it really work?"
Manager Qian nodded, then shook his head.
"Well, I guess it's effective."
While it is true that one's spirit can be enhanced by consuming the souls of others, other side effects may also occur.
If one cannot clear away the lingering resentment of others, it can lead to mental confusion, even personality splits, and a loss of focus.
Qin Feng continued, "Has anyone truly advanced to the Golden Immortal realm by devouring the souls of others?"
Shopkeeper Qian smiled and said, "The Grand Master of the Black Fiend Immortal Palace advanced in this way."
Qin Feng frowned.
"No wonder the Black Fiend Immortal Palace went to such great lengths in the lower realm; it turns out it was for cultivation. That makes sense now."
It seems they won't easily give up on the Heavenly Desolate Continent.
Shang Ziming said earnestly:
"That's for sure. It's probably not just the Black Fiend Immortal Palace; the Yuan family will likely send people as well, since you destroyed a wisp of the Yuan family's ancestor, Yuan Hong."
Qin Feng had anticipated this, and with his will, he severed the connection between Yuan Hong's divided soul and his main body. Yuan Hong should not notice for the time being, which would buy him some time.
"Could you tell me about the Black Fiend Immortal Palace and the Yuan Family, as well as their strength, so that I can be mentally prepared?"
Shang Ziming gestured to Manager Qian, who nodded slightly and slowly said:
"We've had more contact with the Black Fiend Immortal Palace, so you should be able to guess what kind of people they are."
Their methods are no different from those of the Dark Temple, and are even more domineering and cruel.
They once captured cultivators in the Immortal Realm, incurring public wrath and being attacked by a united force, nearly leading to their annihilation.
This is one of the reasons why they reach their hands down to the lower world.
They're like rats in the shadows; they'll do anything, no matter how dirty, as long as the price is right.
As for their specific strength, they have three hall masters. The eldest hall master is at the Golden Immortal realm, and presumably still is. The other two hall masters should be around the same level, and there are quite a few True Immortals and Celestial Immortals among them.
Qin Feng continued, "What about the Yuan family?"
Manager Qian recalled for a moment.
“The Yuan family has very little contact with us. We only know that their family is located on Duoxin Peak and occupies a certain area.”
I know a bit about Yuan Hong. He is a renowned swordsman who wields the Jinghong Sword and dominates all directions.
His strength is probably far above that of the Grand Master of the Black Fiend Immortal Palace.
This old man estimates that the Yuan family's strength is probably also above that of the Black Fiend Immortal Palace. Young Master Qin, you must not be careless.
Qin Feng remained relatively calm, thinking that having a lot of debts was nothing to worry about.
He then remembered something else, "Is the Yuan family on good terms with the Black Fiend Immortal Palace?"
Shopkeeper Qian shook his head. "I'm not quite sure, but I guess it's not good. The forces in the Black Rope Immortal Realm are in disarray, and the relationships between them aren't very good."
Qin Feng found this strange. "Oh, if that's the case, why would Yuan Huan enter the Dark Hall of the Black Fiend Immortal Palace and even become its master? That's interesting."
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