[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-eternal-life-from-talisman-painting":3,"chapter-eternal-life-from-talisman-painting-eternal-life-from-talisman-painting-chapter-396":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Eternal Life from Talisman Painting",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1733343,2217,"Chapter 396 - 222: One Wants to Flee, One Doesn’t Want to Fight_2","eternal-life-from-talisman-painting-chapter-396",396,"\u003Cp>This Master Li gritted his teeth and shouted, and immediately his aura exploded around him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A loud boom resounded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After escaping the array, Master Li didn’t dare to stop for a moment. He directly used a secret technique, consuming his essence blood as he fled wildly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This isn’t over!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fleeing in haste, Master Li was full of anger, yet his eyes also showed fear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He almost failed miserably this time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My Copper Armor Corpse!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The biggest loss this time was the Copper Armor Corpse. Losing such an important battle strength was akin to losing a limb.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet just as Master Li was fleeing in panic, on the original island, Lin Chang’an didn’t hesitate at all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He quickly put away the array and, with the Phoenix Cry Bird, hurriedly fled in another direction with the spoils.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let’s go quickly!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This time Lin Chang’an didn’t bother keeping a low profile. He directly stood on the back of the Phoenix Cry Bird, transforming into a golden light and rapidly escaping.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he forcibly activated the array, leaving this Master Li wouldn’t be a big problem.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But he couldn’t guarantee his own safety. If he got heavily injured, it would be to his detriment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, this location wasn’t far from Five Dragons Island. If reinforcements came, he would have nowhere to run.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, he was a Fake Pill Master in name only.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And Master Li, fleeing in panic, was also worried about being besieged and killed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, he faced a fellow cultivator of the same tier and a Tier Three ferocious bird. He didn’t dare gamble on how long he could hold out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One wanted to escape, and the other didn’t want to risk his life, which led to the current situation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both parties fled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Chang’an fled continuously for over a month.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He hid along the way, put away the Phoenix Cry Bird, and only after reaching the Heaven-Reaching Mist Sea did he find a deserted island to hide temporarily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet he didn’t know that half an hour after he fled, two escape lights flew over to the original deserted island.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Brother Long, this is the place. My Tier Three Copper Armor Corpse was harmed by this scoundrel cultivator, along with my magical treasure!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Master Li, who had brought reinforcements, pointed mournfully to the traces of their battle on the island, lamenting how much he lost for Five Dragons Island this time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And this Golden Core Early Stage cultivator frowned as he observed the surroundings, indeed sensing terrifying fire attribute spiritual energy and corpse qi.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mr. Li, can you still sense the opponent?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Master Li felt aggrieved. How could he sense anything?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Tier Three Copper Armor Corpse was gone. He hadn’t cultivated any tracking techniques, how could he sense anything?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The opponent had long escaped who knows how far away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It shouldn’t be!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, this Golden Core cultivator named Long frowned and muttered to himself:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Logically, Tier Three Array, Tier Three Spirit Pet, and he himself being a Fake Pill in name only, how could he be overpowered by your three almost Tier Three Talismans and escape...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As if realizing something, this Golden Core cultivator named Long glanced at Master Li and calmly said:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mr. Li, he was probably also worried about facing people from Five Dragons Island; you should have kept him occupied.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though it made sense, Master Li’s face turned red, seemingly embarrassed by the ridicule but internally cursing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Keep him occupied, perhaps there was a chance to capture him, but what about himself?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What if he got killed before reinforcements arrived?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His life was his own, after all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was a tributor to Five Dragons Island, but he hadn’t sold his life to them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mr. Long, you must seek justice for me; everything I did was for Five Dragons Island.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Master Li desperately explained, seemingly trying to cover up his embarrassing escape.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, this Golden Core cultivator named Long felt a disdainful sneer inside; indeed, what a waste.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And Master Li, who appeared cowardly, seemed to be full of remorse for his severe losses.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All these years, he must have been blinded by desires, to have provoked a cultivator of the same level for no reason.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He recalled how cautious he used to be, only bullying Foundation Establishment cultivators.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Reflecting on his actions over the years, he realized it was purely because he had dealt with two Fake Pill cultivators of the same tier before that made him arrogant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He swore that in future, he would only bully Foundation Establishment cultivators.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Issue a bounty; if this person is found in future, let him regret it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This Golden Core cultivator named Long shook his head and was about to prepare to return.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mr. Long, what about my Tier Three Copper Armor Corpse? I was doing this under Island Master’s name...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Master Li lamented, though he was bleeding inwardly over his monumental losses.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Having hidden in the Heaven-Reaching Mist Sea for two months, after thoroughly checking there were no tracking marks left on him, Lin Chang’an secretly returned to Jade Spirit Island.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Finally, back.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Returning to his cave abode, Lin Chang’an sighed with relief.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He placed the Cyan-Horned Bull outside the cave and, with the Phoenix Cry Bird, entered the abode.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Cyan-Horned Bull remained outside, looking forlornly at its owner.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This haul is substantial!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a satisfied smile, Lin Chang’an examined the water attribute magical treasure bead covered in cracks. Though of low quality, it was still a magical treasure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He also disposed of the Copper Armor Corpse’s body, posing as a Fake Pill cultivator at the marketplace in the Heaven-Reaching Mist Sea.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although the materials were rare, keeping them was always a hidden danger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course, the biggest gain this time is the Phoenix Cry Bird reaching Tier Three.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Turning to the Phoenix Cry Bird perched on his shoulder, Lin Chang’an smiled contentedly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A Tier Three Spirit Pet meant hunting Tier Three Demon Beasts in the future would be no problem.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A Tier Three Spirit Pet is akin to having a Golden Core cultivator wholeheartedly assisting in preparing for Core Formation.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mas...master, I want to eat.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just then, the Phoenix Cry Bird on his shoulder uttered a childish voice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Surprised initially by the Spirit Pet speaking, after some understanding, he realized it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Generally speaking, demon beasts only after reaching Tier Four and the Nascent Soul Realm, referred to as Transformed Great Demon, speak human language normally.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a Tier Three Demon Beast to speak wasn’t unheard of; it was just rare.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some specific Spirit Pills or Exotic Fruits could aid a beast in refining voice cords earlier and allow early speech.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"They say deep in the Sea Abyss, there’s a Tier Two Demon Beast that can mimic female cultivators’ voices to lure and deceive cultivators.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Chang’an nodded silently. As an Exotic Beast of high intelligence, the Phoenix Cry Bird speaking wasn’t surprising.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Master...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The young, crisp voice echoed, and though intelligent, the Phoenix Cry Bird was still awkward at speaking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Still want to eat?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing the greedy Phoenix Cry Bird staring at his Storage Bag, Lin Chang’an glared playfully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"To help you evolve into Core Formation, do you know the cost? I gave you my Core Formation Spiritual Object and even got pursued by a Golden Core cultivator, offending Five Dragons Island...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Chang’an displayed a \"for you, I lost big\" demeanor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So the Phoenix Cry Bird lowered its head slightly, a hint of awkwardness in its eyes, and chirped:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ma...master, then I’ll eat later.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No way, this Tier Three Corpse Pill is invaluable. I’m considering trading for a wood attribute demon core soon.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Chang’an claimed the Phoenix Cry Bird’s trophy without hesitation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ma...master, don’t worry. From now on, I’ll catch sea beasts for you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Phoenix Cry Bird, with a flattering expression, perched on his shoulder and flew around the abode handling the Spirit Tea with mana.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing this, Lin Chang’an looked pleased.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No matter whether it’s a Tier Three Great Demon or primeval species, it must behave obediently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This time’s nine-death-one-life ordeal made the bird fiercely loyal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Phoenix Cry Bird knew through bloodline inheritance that each Great Realm needs the trial of rebirth through fire, to eventually become the Golden Flame Divine Phoenix.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leaving, freedom?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>How important is life? Following its owner ensures each evolution will be a lifesaver.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Still, the favor from Profound Sound Pavilion is noted.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Chang’an pondered silently; if there’s an opportunity with little difficulty, he didn’t mind paying back the favor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But he also kept the grudge from Five Dragons Island in mind, for forcing him to flee so long.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"First cultivate steadily, then venture out to find Core Formation Spiritual Objects.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Chang’an, full of determination, now had newfound confidence with a Tier Three Phoenix Cry Bird.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next trip to Heaven-Reaching Mist Sea, surely there are valuable items on the islands of those Tier Three Yin Spirit Beast Kings.\u003C\u002Fp>",1487,"2026-06-06T16:18:31.860Z",1,"novelbin.me","bf11baeef0752c632a32901b01f28aed88a05828e9120896d554dd0453661ab0","eternal-life-from-talisman-painting-chapter-397","eternal-life-from-talisman-painting-chapter-395",514,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Feternal-life-from-talisman-painting-cover.jpg"]