novelraw Chapter 116 Water Elemental Spirit Body, Resources Acquired
Chapter 116 Water Elemental Spirit Body, Resources Acquired
Chapter 116 Water Elemental Spirit Body, Resources Acquired
Chen Yi no longer hesitated and immediately began cultivating.
He flipped his hand and took out ten drops of the treasured "Ocean Water".
These spiritual liquids, taken from the bottomless abyss, gleamed with a faint blue light in the jade bottle, each drop containing pure water-based spiritual power.
With the help of the system, he began to extract the spiritual essence from the heavy water to comprehend the key points of the cultivation technique.
Wisps of blue mist rose from the bottle's mouth, manifesting as mysterious chains of runes in Chen Yi's consciousness.
In less than half a day, the sound of flowing water could be heard in the quiet room—a crystal clear water element had condensed in his dantian and was slowly circulating with the rhythm of his breathing.
Water element is the cultivation unit for refining the body using the Profound Water Incarnation Technique.
He was surrounded by mist, and wisps of ethereal blue light emanated from the jade bottle, condensing into fine water droplets in the air before slowly seeping into his skin.
As the "Mysterious Water Incarnation Technique" was activated, the "water element" within his body became increasingly condensed, and the spiritual energy flowing through his meridians gradually transformed into a trickle.
Wherever it passes, muscle fibers stretch out like seaweed, and the surface of bones gleams with a crystalline luster.
"Truly worthy of being called the Water Technique Body Refining Miracle!" Chen Yi thought to himself.
At that moment, he seemed to merge with the surrounding moisture.
As his divine sense quietly spread with the mist, he was able to perceive the subtle sounds of night dew condensing in the courtyard through the walls of the quiet room.
Even more mysteriously, as he deepened his cultivation, his entire demeanor subtly changed—his originally hard features were softened by the mist, his breathing carried a rhythmic quality like the tides, and even his eyes became as deep and unfathomable as a still pool.
"Water benefits all things without striving, yet it can wear down stone with its dripping water..."
With a thought, Chen Yi lightly raised his fingertips, and the water droplets suspended in the quiet room suddenly trembled, transforming into dozens of fine water arrows that shot out, leaving deep holes in the bluestone wall before mysteriously flowing back into his palm.
He closed his eyes and looked inward, discovering that the surface of his skin, flesh, and bones was covered with a light blue film of water, and even the flow of blood had become long and deep.
Most astonishingly, when he deliberately held his breath, his pores could autonomously absorb moisture from the air to maintain a little spiritual power—a talent that only aquatic monsters possessed!
All of this is transforming into a water elemental spirit body, controlling water, transforming water, and eventually even becoming a water spirit body!
A day has passed.
"Splash—"
As the last elemental water returned to its place, Chen Yi suddenly opened his eyes, his pupils blazing with blue light.
At this moment, he had already condensed more than fifty water elements within his body.
Chen Yi didn't rush to consume the water elemental energy; instead, he used it to refine his body.
He doesn't need to cultivate his body towards the direction of a water elemental spirit body for the time being.
His main purpose in creating this water-based body-refining technique was to unify the five elements and fuse them to create the golden radiance of the five elements.
He gazed at the five orbs of spiritual light floating before him—the Azure Spirit like a newly sprouting spring bud, the Earth Spirit like a heavy mountain, the Golden Radiance like the dazzling sun, the Yang Flame like boiling lava, and the Water Spirit like the deep blue of the ocean.
"The difficulty of unifying the five elements will probably far exceed that of unifying the four elements."
His gaze was solemn, and lightning flashed at his fingertips as he precisely shattered the five orbs of spiritual light simultaneously.
In an instant, his body shone brightly, and five-colored spiritual power poured out like a galaxy.
Chen Yi closed his eyes slightly, and three hundred strands of third-order divine thoughts surged out from his sea of consciousness, attempting to guide these energies to merge under the harmonization of the earth spirit stone milk.
"Freeze!"
With a low shout, five-colored spiritual light began to slowly intertwine.
However, just as it was about to take shape, a sudden change occurred—the water element went berserk, the yang flames expanded abruptly, and the opposing forces of the five elements erupted instantly.
"boom!"
With a muffled thud, the chaotic flow of spiritual energy exploded in all directions.
Chen Yi's sleeves fluttered as he promptly erected a spiritual barrier, preventing the meditation room from being destroyed.
Fine beads of sweat appeared on his forehead, and his face was slightly pale.
Two days later, Chen Yi still hadn't succeeded.
"This is the seventh time."
Chen Yi stared at the remaining spiritual energy residue in his palm, his brows furrowed.
The milky white aura of the Earth Spirit Stone Milk appeared so thin amidst the conflict of the Five Elements, like trying to tether five enraged spirit beasts with a thin rope.
He took out the last drop of Earth Spirit Stone Milk. The milky white liquid flowed slowly in the jade bottle, radiating a gentle earth-attribute spiritual power.
"Three elements combined are still in good condition, four elements combined are already a stretch, and now all five elements are gathered."
Chen Yi stroked the jade bottle, sensing the little spiritual energy remaining within it. "It seems that relying solely on the Earth Spirit Stone Milk is indeed insufficient to control the power of the five elements' mutual generation and restraint."
Outside the quiet room window, the moonlight was like water. Chen Yi looked towards the Jade Dragon Sect, his eyes flashing with a sharp light:
"Could it be that we really need the Azure Dragon Jade of the Jade Dragon Sect?"
Legend has it that the Dragon Jade is the most prized treasure of the Jade Dragon Sect, containing the power of ancient Azure Dragon Jade Marrow, best suited for harmonizing the five elements. Perhaps the spiritual energy within this object can help me achieve unity of the five elements.”
On the other side,
Lake and Sea Immortal City, the residence of the Jade Dragon Sect.
Inside the living room, the air was filled with the fragrance of sandalwood incense and the aroma of fine tea.
The fake alchemist Xu Tianyue sat in the main seat, dressed in a green robe, with a dignified face, his fingertips lightly tapping the armrest as he looked at the guest.
Qin Chengcheng sat in the guest seat, her expression calm, and her simple white dress accentuated her ethereal beauty.
She picked up her teacup, took a small sip, and her gaze inadvertently swept over Liu Jinjin, who was standing beside her—the former deputy head of the Miaoyin Pavilion, who now could only serve tea and water to the elders with her early Foundation Establishment cultivation.
Liu Jinjin lowered her head and respectfully offered the spiritual fruit, but couldn't help glancing at Qin Chengcheng out of the corner of her eye.
She was filled with mixed emotions. If only she had chosen to follow Qin Chengcheng and Chen Yi back then, instead of relying on Xu Shixian...
Will I be able to sit on equal footing with the sect elders today, just like Qin Chengcheng, or even have the opportunity to stand alongside the nine great prodigies?
Unfortunately, things don't always go as planned. She, who once served as Qin Chengcheng's deputy, is now relegated to serving her tea and water.
They don't even have the right to listen to what's being said.
Xu Tianyue waved his hand, and Liu Jinjin tactfully withdrew, leaving only the two of them in the hall.
"Miss Qin, have you come today because of Xu Jiu?"
Xu Tianyue spoke first, his tone tinged with a hint of probing.
Afterwards, Qin Chengcheng revealed his intentions, recounting part of what he had discussed with Chen Yi, and mentioning that he had brought out five magnetic thunder beads, not three.
Upon hearing this, Xu Tianyue's eyes lit up:
"Haha, it seems that bald Xu Jiu is more sensible than Miss Qin."
They actually took out five Thunder Magnetic Beads.
Alright, we'll go with his price, 6000 spirit stones per stone. My Jade Dragon Sect isn't one to bully its own rogue cultivators.
This is a list of resources he can exchange for. Miss Qin can take a look and select resources worth 30,000 spirit stones to take back.
Xu Tianyue tossed a jade slip to Qin Chengcheng.
Qin Chengcheng took the jade slip, scanned it with her divine sense, and her brows furrowed almost imperceptibly.
Over 95% of the items in the catalog are common resources of the lower-middle tier of the second level, with only a handful reaching the upper tier of the second level, and their value is only a few thousand spirit stones.
She sneered inwardly. The Jade Dragon Sect was indeed stingy. They pretended to be generous on the surface, but in reality, they were unwilling to give away even the truly good things.
"Master Xu".
She raised her eyes, her tone calm yet sharp, "The scarcity of these resources seems somewhat disproportionate to the Magnetic Thunder Bead, doesn't it?"
Xu Tianyue's smile faltered, a hint of displeasure flashing in his eyes: "What do you mean by that, Miss Qin?"
"Master Xu should know better than I do how much the Magnetic Thunder Beads are worth on the market."
Qin Chengcheng said unhurriedly, "If your sect is only willing to exchange these ordinary resources, then Xu Jiu will probably have no choice but to send the Magnetic Thunder Pearl to the Royal Chamber of Commerce or the Qingfeng Chamber of Commerce's auction in the future."
Qin Chengcheng is now confident and not afraid to negotiate with the Jade Dragon Sect.
However, given Qin Chengcheng's current strength and reputation, Xu Tianyue overlooked Qin Chengcheng's rudeness.
Instead, they grasped the meaning behind her words.
"What Miss Qin means is..."
His voice trembled slightly, and he leaned forward involuntarily. "This magnetic lightning bead can actually provide a continuous supply?"
"It didn't say it was impossible."
Qin Chengcheng said calmly.
Xu Tianyue slammed his hand on the table, making the teacups clink loudly.
"Hahaha! Why didn't you say so sooner, Miss Qin!"
With a flourish of his sleeve, he declared with boundless pride, "If the supply can truly be guaranteed, I will immediately request permission from the sect leader to upgrade the exchange list to a higher level!"
"What if Xu Jiu were willing to become a nominal disciple of your Jade Dragon Sect?"
Qin Chengcheng continued calmly as he asked.
"A nominal disciple?"
Xu Tianyue frowned, looking puzzled. He had never heard of such a statement before.
Qin Chengcheng sipped her fragrant tea and explained slowly and deliberately:
"Nominally, you're considered disciples of the Jade Dragon Sect, but you don't participate in sect affairs on a regular basis. However, when engaging in activities outside the sect, such as treasure hunting in secret realms or competitions among prodigies, you can claim to be disciples of the Jade Dragon Sect."
Qin Chengcheng explained according to Chen Yi's words; in fact, it was the first time she had ever heard this term either.
It feels more like a collaborative relationship than a master-disciple relationship.
"this"
Xu Tianyue's pupils contracted sharply. He suddenly realized something and blurted out:
"Such a good thing?!" As soon as the words left his mouth, he realized he had misspoke and quickly covered his face with his sleeve and coughed lightly twice.
It's important to know that Xu Jiu is someone who can easily defeat Long Xitian, the current top disciple of the Jade Dragon Sect, and is practically on par with the nine great prodigies.
Currently, there are nearly twenty or thirty Core Formation sects and forces in the entire Qi Kingdom's cultivation world.
However, there are only six forces that can possess nine disciples of exceptional talent.
If the Jade Dragon Sect could cultivate such a disciple, no matter what kind of reputation they made in the secret realm,
All of these will greatly benefit them in recruiting talented disciples and enhancing the reputation of the Jade Dragon Sect in the future.
In the cultivation world, sects also need to accumulate reputation. Those with true celestial spiritual roots, extraordinary spiritual roots, or even innate treasure bodies must choose their sects and forces.
"If Xu Jiu is willing to do so, then this elder can now make the decision to upgrade his trading resources to a higher level."
Upgrades regular exchangeable resources to Tier 2, Superior quality, and allows exchange of a small amount of Tier 2, Top quality resources.
"Oh? If that's all, then we can only use ordinary magnetic lightning beads from Xu Jiu's side."
Xu Jiu might have even higher versions of the Magnetic Thunder Bead, or some valuable resources he might obtain in the secret realm in the future.
Your clan won't be able to get it.
Qin Chengcheng spoke little by little, following Chen Yi's instructions.
At this point, Qin Chengcheng's ears turned slightly red.
This was the first time in her life that she had to bargain with someone, and every time she was put under pressure, her heart raced.
She quietly touched her burning cheeks and muttered to herself: Isn't this a bit too shameless? But then she thought about it again and found it quite amusing.
"What?!" Xu Tianyue sat bolt upright, ripples spreading across the teacup in his hand. "There are even more advanced magnetic lightning beads?"
"It's possible, it's possible, it depends on the sincerity of the Jade Dragon Sect," she said, not giving a definitive answer.
"What exactly does that kid want?" Xu Tianyue asked through gritted teeth.
"Azure Dragon Jade, White Dragon Jade"
Qin Chengcheng parted her red lips slightly and slowly uttered the last three words in Xu Tianyue's wide eyes, "...and the Purple Dragon Jade."
"wishful thinking!"
Xu Tianyue slammed his fist on the table and stood up abruptly, his beard and hair bristling.
"The Dragon Jade is the most precious treasure of our sect!"
Even the lowest grade of Azure Dragon Jade is a third-grade low-level jade, capable of nourishing magical power, harmonizing the five elements, and accelerating the cultivation of special techniques!
He trembled with rage. "Even the elders of our sect have to accumulate years of contribution points to exchange for one, how dare an outsider like him ask for one?!"
Xu Tianyue said angrily.
"Master Xu, Xu Jiu is not a rogue cultivator from outside the sect; he is a nominal disciple of your Jade Dragon Sect."
Since you've been credited with his name and are enjoying his fame, shouldn't you also contribute some resources in return?
Moreover, Xu Jiu didn't buy it with spirit stones, but rather exchanged it for resources of the same level.
You should know that last time he only went to the Medicine Valley, he obtained a Crystallization Fruit.
"No matter how precious your Azure Dragon Jade is, how does it compare to the Crystallized Fruit?"
"It's still a bit inferior to the Crystal Fruit."
Xu Tianyue hesitated before speaking.
"Let me think about it. If it's an exchange of the same level, it's not something we can't discuss."
However, this only applies to Azure Dragon Jade; he can forget about White Dragon Jade altogether.
As for Purple Dragon Jade
hum,
Even our Jade Dragon Sect has only produced two pieces in the past hundred years: one for the sect leader and one for the deputy sect leader. I, as an elder, have never even seen one!
"Okay. Let's settle this for now."
"Please, Master Xu, provide me with the subsequent techniques of the Vajra Skill and a new list of resources."
Xu Tianyue nodded, and a streak of green light flew out from his sleeve.
Qin Chengcheng scanned the list with his divine sense and found that there were indeed more than ten kinds of second-tier high-grade resources, and even three second-tier top-grade spiritual materials marked with cinnabar.
She smiled slightly and immediately selected 30,000 spirit stones worth of five-elemental resources for Chen Yi—although she didn't understand why that guy would abandon cultivating the metal element and insist on collecting these mutually reinforcing and mutually restraining five-elemental spiritual objects.
Before leaving, Xu Tianyue seemed to remember something and hurriedly asked:
"Miss Qin, Xu Jiu is acting under the guise of a nominal disciple of our Jade Dragon Sect. Won't he cause trouble outside and bring disgrace to our sect?"
"Master Xu is joking. Xu Jiu is a cautious person and would never provoke others, much less do things like treacherous cultivators or evil cultivators, which are universally condemned in the cultivation world."
"What if he makes an enemy he shouldn't?"
"Xu Jiu is just a Bone Refining Warrior. How strong can the strongest enemy he can provoke be?"
"The prestigious Jade Dragon Sect has three members who have reached the Core Formation stage; do they really lack even this much confidence?"
Provoked by Qin Chengcheng's words,
Xu Tianyue immediately breathed a sigh of relief and nodded repeatedly.
"That's true. I was overthinking it. How much trouble could a mere nominal disciple at the Bone Refining level cause?"
I've agreed to this on behalf of the sect leader; you can have Xu Jiu do it.
By the way, it's not just limited to him acting outside as a disciple of the Jade Dragon Sect.
"If my Jade Dragon Sect ever needs him, and it is his turn to act, then he must cooperate."
Xu Tianyue emphasized this point again.
Upon hearing this, Qin Chengcheng smiled, because Chen Yi had even foreseen this.
She replied, "Xu Jiu said that as long as the appearance fee is right, he can do whatever he wants when it's his turn to perform."
After Qin Chengcheng left, Xu Tianyue cursed inwardly: "Xu Jiu can't stop talking about fees and resources. He's such a mercenary!"
Even a naive girl like Qin Chengcheng has been corrupted!
Soon, Qin Chengcheng summoned Chen Yi for a meeting.
After casually tossing all the resources and the subsequent techniques of the Vajra Skill to Chen Yi, she hurriedly began to check her belongings.
She categorized the healing pills and packed them into jade bottles, then carefully checked the spiritual energy fluctuations of her personal magical artifacts and array plates, making thorough preparations for her next adventure into the secret realm with the nine prodigies of the Qi Kingdom.
This time, the target is the third floor of the Inheritance Hall—it is said that the true core inheritance of the Thunder Soul Sect is hidden there.
You must know that this is the legacy of the ancient Nascent Soul sect. Not to mention Foundation Establishment cultivators, even those Core Formation cultivators are all envious and eager to possess it.
If it weren't for the laws of the secret realm restricting high-level cultivators from entering, and the fact that the path of Core Formation cultivators is already set, the sect leaders would probably have already been unable to hold back and personally intervened.
Before leaving, Qin Chengcheng specifically asked Chen Yi:
Chen Yi,
Even Qi Wuba, whose cultivation level is similar to yours, was able to reach the second level.
With your true cultivation level, breaking into the second level should be a piece of cake.
The inheritance that each person receives upon entering the Hall of Inheritance is different, and even if you go now, you will still gain something.
and"
She bit her lip, finally whispering her thoughts: "The depths of the secret realm are fraught with danger. You... really won't come with me?"
Qin Chengcheng ultimately hoped that Chen Yi would be with her, after all, the secret realm was full of dangers.
"cough-,"
Chen Yi coughed lightly, "Now that the fairy has joined the ranks of the nine great prodigies, her array formations and soul-path abilities are arguably the best among the Foundation Establishment stage cultivators in the Qi Kingdom. There's no need to worry too much about the mere inheritance of the Thunder Soul Sect."
Even if I don't become a fairy, I'll still be able to protect myself.
Chen Yi comforted him.
Qin Chengcheng looked at Chen Yi with a resentful gaze. Was that what she meant?
She wanted Chen Yi to go in with her.
With Chen Yi around, she could focus on her mission to break through to the advanced inheritance of the Thunder Soul Sect without any worries.
Even when facing critical dangers or crucial inheritances,
With Chen Yi by her side, she dared to completely disregard her own safety.
To strive for inheritance, in pursuit of that slim chance of restoring memory.
"Fairy, it's not that I don't want to go, but with my current strength, I can't even get to the top floor of the Thunder Soul Sect's Inheritance Hall."
Once I advance further in body refinement and enhance my abilities related to the Thunder Path and Soul Path,
If I can make it to the last step, I'll go in and take a look.
Chen Yi had his own plans. He roughly understood the strength of the nine prodigies, including the witch's strength.
If even they can't get into the third level, then Chen Yi probably won't be able to get into the fourth or fifth level either.
It would be better to stay home and cultivate diligently, and then go after you've improved your relevant abilities.
Moreover, he doesn't lack cultivation resources at the moment.
With so many resources from the Jade Dragon Sect, he could exchange them at will; it would be a waste not to use them.
In any case, the Thunder Magnetic Beads are crucial for these people to venture into the secret realm right now, making it the perfect time to sell them at a premium.
"Alright, it's settled then. If I need anything at the last moment, don't forget to come over."
Qin Chengcheng said her last words to Chen Yi, and then followed the others into the secret realm.
Under pressure, the prodigies of Qi Kingdom began their assault on the last three levels of the Secret Realm Inheritance Hall.
Chen Yi then diligently cultivated at home.
The 30,000 spirit stones he exchanged from the Jade Dragon Sect, when converted into Five Elements resources, would be enough for him to use for some time.
Unfortunately, he failed to condense the five elements of golden light. If these resources only formed four colors of golden light, it would be too inefficient for refining the Jade Bone.
Chen Yi did not rush to use it.
He took out the follow-up techniques of the Vajra Skill that Qin Chengcheng had brought back and began to study them.
(End of this chapter)