[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-eternal-life-my-talents-can-refresh":3,"chapter-eternal-life-my-talents-can-refresh-eternal-life-my-talents-can-refresh-chapter-25":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Eternal Life: My Talents Can Refresh",{"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},712680,951,"Chapter 25: The Deal","eternal-life-my-talents-can-refresh-chapter-25",25,"\u003Cp>No reaction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Ning’s Accelerating Technique hit the seed, but the seed showed no response.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He wasn’t too surprised, after all, not all seeds can be easily accelerated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From his previous studies on Spirit Plant knowledge, Chu Ning already knew that some Spirit Plants were more difficult to accelerate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a gesture of the Spell, Chu Ning instantly cast the Accelerating Technique on the seed again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The seed still showed no response, but Chu Ning was not discouraged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Three times, four times, five times... ten times!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It wasn’t until the tenth use of the Accelerating Technique that Chu Ning felt the seed showing signs of cracking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Eleven times, twelve times... fifteen times!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Chu Ning continued to cast the spell, the seed gradually cracked open.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It wasn’t until Chu Ning completed the fifteenth Accelerating Technique.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only then did the seed truly sprout and grow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The slender sapling trunk was brown, with a few small leaves growing, and the leaves were entirely green.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When Chu Ning looked closely, he saw a hint of colorful hues on the backside of the leaves!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This color was extremely faint and barely noticeable unless looked at carefully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s indeed the Seven-Star Spirit Fruit!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After carefully confirming it was correct, Chu Ning cautiously placed the sapling into a Jade Box, a hint of excitement in his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although he still wasn’t clear on the exact use of the Seven-Star Spirit Fruit,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>simply judging by how much Old Man Sun treasured it and spent so many Spirit Stones to have him help cultivate it,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>it must be something good!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Spirit Stones and Divine Movement Talisman, or Golden Sword Technique are certainly good for me,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>but the real biggest gains this time are still the Nine Derivations Body Refining Technique and the Seven-Star Spirit Fruit.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Ning silently thought, \"These two things, I still need to figure out.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After assessing his gains, Chu Ning started seriously thinking about the whole situation and his next plans.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although he didn’t know where the handlebar-mustached man got the seed of the Seven-Star Spirit Fruit, Chu Ning had a vague suspicion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Perhaps the ambush on him was very likely related to this thing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It might be that the other party also knew about his use of Cyan Wood Spring Blossom Skill to help Old Man Sun cultivate the Seven-Star Spirit Fruit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the short term, it’s best to avoid the Market, as no one knows if the Tribulation Cultivator has accomplices.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Therefore, the method to cultivate the Seven-Star Spirit Fruit cannot be inquired from Old Man Sun, and he can only ask around within the Sect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Furthermore, there’s also the matter of the Nine Derivations Body Refining Technique, which Chu Ning wants to see if he can find out about.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, it seemed too easy for him to get both the Nine Tigers Body Refining Art and the Nine Derivations Body Refining Technique; perhaps there are some clues within the Sect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As for the Seven-Star Spirit Fruit, considering that the Cyan Creek Sect is quite skilled in Spirit Plant cultivation, there might be related cultivation methods available.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If not, he might consider going to the Market later.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thinking about the fact that it’s time to go to the Transmission Room in a couple of days, Chu Ning decided to inquire about it then.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fortunately, such Spirit Plant seedlings, generally when stored in a Jade Box, can last for seven or ten days without issues.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the afternoon, as usual, Chu Ning came to the mountain behind the courtyard to practice Thorn Technique, Vine Armor Technique, and other spells.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Ning’s current goal is to master Thorn Technique and Vine Armor Technique as quickly as possible, converting them into instant Talent Divine Power Techniques.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Besides these two spells, Chu Ning added two more spells to his cultivation routine, one being the Exorcism Technique and the other the Golden Sword Technique.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For the Exorcism Technique, Chu Ning practiced with the wooden sword he bought from Old Man Sun.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Perhaps because he’s using a wooden sword, Chu Ning feels quite at ease with it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Furthermore, the weight of the wooden sword gives it decent destructive power.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even without having practiced any Sword Control Technique, Chu Ning found that just using the Exorcism Technique to wield the wooden sword, he could chop down a tree the size of a fist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But currently, Chu Ning’s use of the Exorcism Technique only allows for linear movements without any Magical Power enhancement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Otherwise, Chu Ning would definitely consider incorporating the wooden sword’s strike as an important part of his cultivation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The training of the Golden Sword Technique, on the other hand, was not going smoothly and was not comparable to his cultivation of Wood Techniques.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It could even be said that among all the various spells Chu Ning is currently practicing, the Golden Sword Technique is the hardest for him to cultivate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Ning could only continue practicing with the mindset of giving it a try, but if he finds it impossible to master, he might have to give it up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a strenuous half-day of cultivation, Chu Ning felt that time seemed much tighter than before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No wonder Shi Yao in the Transmission Room was always reluctant to teach him more spells, because practicing too many would inevitably lead to distraction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If it wasn’t for his Yin Wood Spirit Body, which gives him a fast talent and progress in Wood Technique cultivation, he wouldn’t be able to spare time for other spells.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To Chu Ning’s surprise, before he could even wait for the day to go to the Transmission Room, someone came looking for him the next day.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Junior Brother Chu, this courtyard is well-arranged.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhuang Yunde, the plump Service Disciple, stepped into Chu Ning’s courtyard and couldn’t help but compliment it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This Iron Wire Vine is quite suitable for practicing Thorn Technique, but transplanting so many mature and quality Iron Wire Vines must have taken you quite some effort, Junior Brother.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even though it’s common, ones with good appearance are actually quite rare.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After hearing him, Chu Ning replied:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Senior Brother, you overpraise. I just brought some for decoration.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I’m a simple person, not very fond of other flowers and plants, but these overlooked Iron Wire Vines feel quite relatable.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Ning hadn’t interacted much with Zhuang Yunde before, so he naturally spoke conservatively.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhuang Yunde smiled and didn’t continue the topic, instead shifting the conversation to ask:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Junior Brother Chu, you’ve been cultivating Ink Spirit Bamboo for almost two months, right? How’s its growth? Would it be convenient to take a look?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Ning was slightly taken aback by the question, unsure of Zhuang Yunde’s intentions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, remembering that two months ago Zhuang Yunde had asked if he was interested in Talisman Making and mentioned checking the growth of the Ink Spirit Bamboo,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Ning felt a spark of insight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He believed Zhuang Yunde’s visit was related to this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So, Chu Ning immediately said:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course, it’s convenient. Having Senior Brother come to provide guidance would be greatly appreciated.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With that, Chu Ning led Zhuang Yunde to his High Level Spirit Field where the Ink Spirit Bamboo was planted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As soon as they reached the edge of the Spirit Field, Zhuang Yunde’s eyes immediately showed interest, and he walked faster to the Ink Spirit Bamboo.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing the bamboo trunks gradually turning from green to black, his face flashed with surprise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Junior Brother Chu, your Ink Spirit Bamboo truly grows well. In just two months, it has reached this quality.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He looked at Chu Ning meaningfully as he spoke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It seems that Junior Brother Chu has indeed mastered the Cyan Wood Spring Blossom Skill.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Senior Brother, you’re too kind,\" Chu Ning maintained a calm expression.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I seem to have a slightly stronger understanding of the Cyan Wood Evergreen Technique and Cyan Wood Spring Blossom Skill, so I’ve mainly focused my efforts there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As for other spells, my cultivation is quite average.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While speaking, Chu Ning casually performed a Ganlin Technique.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Ning had spent minimal time and effort on this spell, and his talent in Water Technique was quite ordinary.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Therefore, the Ganlin Technique he cast was no better than that of many new disciples, perhaps even worse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhuang Yunde saw this, and the depth in his eyes lessened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Recalling Chu Ning’s consistently strong grasp of Wood Techniques from the start, he didn’t think much of it and smiled:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No need to worry, Junior Brother. I’m not questioning your cultivation progress, but rather suggesting that we might proceed with our transaction.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Transaction?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Ning, who was secretly contemplating whether he should continue to be low-key, was a bit surprised by this statement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He looked at Zhuang Yunde in confusion, while the latter smiled and said:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Junior Brother Chu may recall that two months ago, I discussed Talisman Making with you.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The reason I didn’t continue was due to concerns that if your Ink Spirit Bamboo wasn’t of good quality,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>any harvest might have to be fully given to the Sect, leaving you with little.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But seeing the current quality of your Ink Spirit Bamboo, if it continues to grow like this, after submitting to the Sect, you could keep about half.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He paused, and upon Chu Ning’s nod, continued:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"According to Sect rules, you’re free to handle this half of the Ink Spirit Bamboo as you wish.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>You could sell it to the Sect for Spirit Stones, sell it to others, or use it to make Talisman Paper yourself.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Smiling at Chu Ning, Zhuang Yunde suggested:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So I’d like to make a deal with you. I provide you with the technique to make Talisman Paper.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In return, you give me ten percent of the remaining Ink Spirit Bamboo, as a reward. What do you think, Junior Brother?\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1631,"2026-06-02T10:18:59.501Z",1,"novelbin.me","3f070fd74794141194b52e8207dfecdfcc28322899402b94bba400171d3d2d0e","eternal-life-my-talents-can-refresh-chapter-26","eternal-life-my-talents-can-refresh-chapter-24",514,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Feternal-life-my-talents-can-refresh-cover.jpg"]