[{"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-5":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},1733552,2217,"Chapter 5: State Lock! Permanent Certification!","eternal-life-from-talisman-painting-chapter-5",5,"\u003Cp>Since the last time Old He borrowed a talisman, it has been more than half a month without any news.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Chang’an also felt a pang of concern for Old He, hoping everything would go smoothly, as he had once benefited from his kindness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, as Lin Chang’an sat before a table full of exquisite Golden Light Talismans, he fell silent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Skills: Golden Light Talisman (Mastery 8\u002F1000), Divine Movement Talisman (Proficiency 358\u002F500)]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Why does the success rate of creating talismans feel a bit off?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Chang’an regarded the freshly crafted Golden Light Talisman in his hand with a peculiar expression.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"There’s nothing wrong with the quality of the talisman, the success rate is fine too, but I seem to be overlooking something...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>An experienced Talisman Master, after adjusting to the optimal state, usually produces three or four exquisite talismans out of ten, which is quite normal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But this adjustment is the biggest challenge, requiring a series of preparations like calming the mind and concentrating the spirit; managing two or three times a month is already quite good.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, this state invariably declines as mental energy is consumed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Could it be!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As if realizing something, Lin Chang’an took a deep breath, his hand trembling a bit as he picked up the pen, his anxiety preventing him from concentrating fully as he plunged into action.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Swish swish!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When a light-golden exquisite Golden Light Talisman succeeded, Lin Chang’an’s heart thumped violently, prompting him to continue experimenting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Most were ordinary Golden Light Talismans, with only a few being exquisite ones.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But neglecting the usual need for calming and concentrating, he pressed on until his spiritual power was nearly exhausted before stopping.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Huff... huff!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, he was breathing heavily, seemingly confirming something, and eyed the panel with a mix of astonishment and delight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This is state locking!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Chang’an couldn’t hide his excitement, smiling unconsciously as he finally understood everything.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Even the best Talisman Master can only achieve a brief peak in their craft under calmness and concentration. Once their mental energy is depleted, they must pause to rest and recover.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But I don’t need to do that at all; as long as I break through to this state, I can maintain it indefinitely.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, Lin Chang’an’s face was flushed with excitement; he wanted nothing more than to burst into laughter under his covers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>State locking means that as long as his mana doesn’t deplete, he can achieve optimal talisman success rates without the tedious calming and concentrating.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One word! Just go for it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Damn it, how many Spirit Stones have I wasted before!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, Lin Chang’an felt a twinge of regret, realizing that his earlier caution in avoiding waste by resting after painting a few had kept him from discovering this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only today did he notice something amiss.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The future is promising!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With joy written all over his face, Lin Chang’an finally discovered the strongest talent he could rely on in the Immortal Cultivation Realm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once proven, forever proven!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A typical newly-advanced Talisman Master might produce four or five exquisite Golden Light Talismans a month in optimal condition, but he doesn’t need to stop there; if he goes all out, he could achieve the equivalent of ten.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, setting aside the tedious calming and concentrating time, painting talismans also consumes mental energy and mana.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A tenfold difference, doesn’t this mean I can earn forty to fifty Spirit Stones a month!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The thought of this made Lin Chang’an not only reveal an expression of excitement, but he had never dared to dream of so many Spirit Stones before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No, wait! This could easily expose my secret!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly realizing something, Lin Chang’an felt as if cold water had been poured over him, instantly calming him down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Three to four exquisite Golden Light Talismans a month are within normal range; even five or six would be seen as talent after breaking through. But dozens a month would clearly be suspect!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This would practically be announcing to others that he had fortuitous encounters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Realizing this, Lin Chang’an took a deep breath. The Immortal Cultivation Realm is ever-changing, and having the strongest talent means being more cautious to ensure longevity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I can’t miss the opportunity to earn Spirit Stones, but I must proceed with caution.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After taking a deep breath, Lin Chang’an set down the Spiritual Brush and sat on the bed in a meditative posture, preparing for cultivation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, within moments, he couldn’t help but fling the blanket over his head, and his bed began to shake violently, accompanied by muffled laughter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A month later, after nearly exhausting his talisman materials, Lin Chang’an arrived at the familiar True Treasure Tower to see Shopkeeper Miao.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Tsk tsk, Mr. Lin, your craftsmanship is truly impeccable.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing six exquisite Golden Light Talismans, Shopkeeper Miao’s old face almost broke into a flower of joy as he traded talisman paper and cinnabar with Lin Chang’an while teasing him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mr. Lin, in the Hundred Skills of Cultivation, before you break through, no matter how hard you try, you see no results. But once you break through, it’s like a whole new world opens up.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"By the way, we’ve recently had a batch of Golden Marrow Pills come in at the shop. Why not try one? You might break through your cultivation right away.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at Mr. Miao, the shopkeeper, who seemed to have cornered a fat sheep, Lin Chang’an was tempted but soon shook his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let’s save up enough for the duty tax first.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"True, lately there’ve been many external loose cultivators at the market, waiting for the big spring cultivation recruits next year.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mr. Miao’s sales pitch was habitual, and seeing Lin Chang’an was not interested, he smiled and chatted about the recent market situation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Chang’an also noticed there were many unfamiliar faces at the market.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Cyan Bamboo Mountain Market, under the jurisdiction of Li Huo Palace, was preparing to expand significantly, naturally attracting a large number of external loose cultivators.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Twenty years ago, when Lin Chang’an first arrived at the market, he too was enticed by the various benefits of cultivation expansion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’ve heard the effort from above is substantial this time, releasing as many as five Foundation Establishment Pill slots.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mr. Miao’s casual remark sent a shiver down Lin Chang’an’s spine.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s this big this time!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This reminded him of his first market experience, with only two Foundation Establishment Pill temptations, and it was a real battlefield.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So, be careful recently. These external loose cultivators have no rules. They don’t understand that most opportunities come with life-threatening risks.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mr. Miao cautiously advised, especially shaking his head at the mention of external loose cultivators, seeming to suggest unrest was coming to the market.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mr. Miao, one Golden Marrow Pill, plus a Storage Bag.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly, Lin Chang’an clutched the Spirit Stones, just earned, still warm in his hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mr. Miao, seeing five Spirit Stones, beamed with joy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Golden Marrow Pill, two Spirit Stones each; Storage Bag, three Spirit Stones.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright, Mr. Lin, don’t worry. This time I’ll select the highest quality elixir for you and throw in a stack of Talisman paper. With your solid cultivation and the renowned slow but steady progress of the Chang Chun Skill, you’ll definitely make a breakthrough.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And here’s the Storage Bag.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With Mr. Miao’s face full of smiles, Lin Chang’an walked out of the shop carrying a beautifully crafted Storage Bag along with a jade bottle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing the market bustling with people, as a cool breeze blew through, recalling Mr. Miao’s smiling face, Lin Chang’an seemed to understand something.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"In the market, you earn money to spend money. Don’t dream of taking a penny home.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this, Lin Chang’an couldn’t help but laugh and cry, but was grateful for Mr. Miao’s reminder, even though it was a sales pitch for him to spend Spirit Stones.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But he knew these cultivation-enhancing elixirs have always been hot commodities, especially with so many external loose cultivators arriving at the market recently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Walking through the market streets, observing the bustling crowds and so many unfamiliar faces, Lin Chang’an grew increasingly tense.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That intense cultivation drive twenty years ago was still vivid in his mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Countless loose cultivators pouring in meant not only opportunities but chaos.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Looks like the stable atmosphere of the market is about to be disrupted.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although external loose cultivators come from time to time, never in such numbers, not enough to disturb the market’s atmosphere.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only those with experience know what this represents, and Lin Chang’an felt a sense of urgency.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He must quickly enhance his cultivation, breakthrough to the middle stage of Qi Refining, to have the power to protect himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Chang’an walked, silently lamenting, and unwittingly passed a resplendent pavilion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two large red lanterns hung at the entrance, the pinkish glow emitted an ambiguous aura, particularly in broad daylight with lights still on inside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two young female cultivators yawned as they exited, brightening visibly at the sight of a familiar patron.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh, isn’t this Mr. Lin? After you left last time, the sisters were so tipsy we couldn’t stand straight the next morning. This time we’ll give you a discount, come in for a cup of hot tea before leaving.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Right, we heard Mr. Lin can now produce quality Golden Light Talismans. The days of bitter cultivation can’t compare to the joys here, come enjoy with us sisters...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two female cultivators wore red palace gowns, as thin as cicada’s wings. Perhaps just awakened, their faces carried a lazy fatigue.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With charming faces, graceful figures, and enchanting auras, they exuded tempting allure, especially brightening at the sight of Lin Chang’an.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That look, identical to Mr. Miao’s.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ahem, today isn’t convenient, another day, another day.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Chang’an smiled awkwardly at this dreadful cultivation routine, with recent days of frustration leading him to drink here, a blend of work and relaxation, knowing one must unwind when needed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But it truly wasn’t convenient lately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don’t leave, Mr. Lin, a cup of tea won’t cost you Spirit Crystals.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The voice from behind, reminiscent of a Heart Demon, but Lin Chang’an, resolute in spirit, quickly departed from there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now, he was eager to return home and test the Storage Bag. These alluring charms won’t shake his resolve.\u003C\u002Fp>",1709,"2026-06-06T16:18:31.580Z",1,"novelbin.me","7ebeae6663b02bb9f01b438bfcc1f4815b222be1a3ee6472e56129f37ed37441","eternal-life-from-talisman-painting-chapter-6","eternal-life-from-talisman-painting-chapter-4",514,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Feternal-life-from-talisman-painting-cover.jpg"]