[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-immortal-cultivation-begins-with-drawing-talisma":3,"chapter-immortal-cultivation-begins-with-drawing-talisma-immortal-cultivation-begins-with-drawing-talisma-chapter-225":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Immortal Cultivation Begins with Drawing Talismans",{"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},1581196,2045,"Chapter 225 : “Peh! What Are You Showing Off For”","immortal-cultivation-begins-with-drawing-talisma-chapter-225",225,"\u003Cp>Chapter 225: “Peh! What Are You Showing Off For”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At daybreak on the second day—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Countless low-level cultivators of Yuling Island walked out trembling, gazing at the chaotic traces left behind from the night before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the edge of the island, a spirit ship was half-sunken into the seabed, and the cultivators of the Lu Clan had already begun investigating the surroundings.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The spirit ship of the robber cultivators was likely ambushed. And the one who did it seems to be a rather rare poison cultivator.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Among cultivators, those who use poison were not uncommon, but to be known as a poison cultivator was extremely rare.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because the cultivation techniques of poison cultivators would cause their own bodies to become filled with deadly toxins.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though the exact identity of their benefactor remained unknown, Madam Lu acted decisively and immediately ordered the pacification of the low-level cultivators on the island.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She even chose not to salvage the sunken spirit ship. Instead, they intended to leave it as a scenic warning to deter any future robber cultivators—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To declare: Yuling Island is no easy prey.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, outside Lin Chang’an’s cave abode—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Fellow Daoist Lin, your strength is indeed extraordinary. To have slain three Foundation Establishment robber cultivators!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lu Yujian looked full of admiration. The signs of last night's battle still hadn’t faded from his body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But seeing the corpses of three Foundation Establishment robber cultivators inside Lin Chang’an’s abode left him silently shocked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Fellow Daoist Lu flatters me. I only managed thanks to the formation and my spirit pet. Otherwise, there’s no way I could have slain them so easily,”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Chang’an replied with an expression of lingering fear and caution. Beside him stood the Azure-Horned Bull, exuding a late second-rank aura.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This scene made Lu Yujian nod inwardly. Fellow Daoist Lin, being at the late Foundation Establishment stage, combined with a late second-rank spirit pet and assisted by formations—such strength was quite reasonable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But slaying and repelling were two very different things.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Chang’an being able to achieve this much proved at least one thing: his strength was anything but ordinary.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Fellow Daoist Lin is too modest.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lu Yujian shook his head. He dared not underestimate this cultivator.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As his mother had said, a rogue cultivator who had climbed step by step without backing might fall short in terms of insight and magical artifacts, but in terms of combat experience—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were absolutely not to be underestimated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Such people were all ruthless characters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Afterwards, the two exchanged a few words, but Lin Chang’an did not invite him into the cave abode. Lu Yujian, though a sword fanatic, was well aware of the current sensitive times.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thus, they conversed outside the abode, discussing the situation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I didn’t expect so much to happen last night…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After listening to Lu Yujian’s detailed recounting of the mysterious poison cultivator who ambushed the robber cultivators' ship, causing two waves of enemies to flee in fright—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Lu Clan initially suspected it was someone with a grudge against the robber cultivators or someone bearing hatred against the forces backing them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though it wasn’t stated outright, Lin Chang’an could clearly understand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wasn’t he just referring to Five Dragon Island?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Many cultivators didn’t dare to confront them directly, but secretly attacking after hiding their identities—wasn’t that completely normal?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Fellow Daoist Hu had gone out previously. His cave abode was attacked by robber cultivators last night, so he wasn’t involved…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From start to finish, Lu Yujian never once suspected Lin Chang’an. After all, just handling three Foundation Establishment cultivators and even killing them—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Who would have energy left to do anything else?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Surviving such a battle alone already proved his formidable strength.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After Lu Yujian departed, he also reported Lin Chang’an’s encounter back to the clan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Lu Clan was stunned, and from then on held even greater respect for Lin Chang’an.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This is the mark of true strength.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Chang’an had revealed his strength while still concealing his trump cards and identity—no one suspected him in the slightest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The attack on Yuling Island by robber cultivators left nearby islands in a state of unease.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By midday the next day, the patrol cultivators of Five Dragon Island finally arrived.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Fellow Daoist Rong, three people attacked my cave abode last night. Fortunately, I had a formation at hand, and with the help of my spirit pet, I barely survived…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The same words, but this time, the visiting Five Dragon Island patrol included a familiar face—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rong Qing wore a scholarly expression. Upon hearing the account, he couldn’t help but scowl in anger:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Those robber cultivators are truly vile.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Chang’an nodded in agreement, though inwardly he sneered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Had he not known beforehand that this Fellow Daoist Rong Qing was colluding with the robber cultivators, he might have believed that face of his.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With that expression—who would doubt him?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Still, Fellow Daoist Lin, your abilities are indeed impressive.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Chang’an waved humbly, saying,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Fellow Daoist Rong flatters me. If not for the formation and my spirit pet, I would have been doomed.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To this, Rong Qing did not doubt him. On the contrary, he nodded gravely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Many thanks to Fellow Daoist Lin for speaking truthfully. If you hear anything about robber cultivators in the future, do inform me immediately. I won’t let them run rampant.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Many thanks, Fellow Daoist Rong.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Chang’an put on a grateful face. Watching the two of them act—who could ever guess what they were truly doing behind the scenes?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Five Dragon Island patrol visited not just Lin Chang’an—they also investigated the Lu Clan and questioned some low-level cultivators.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They looked to be doing their utmost, diligent and thorough.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The low-level cultivators were visibly moved and trusting, believing that with Five Dragon Island’s patrols around, they were now safe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But only Foundation Establishment cultivators understood—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With these robber cultivators running rampant across Five Dragon Island’s territory, who would believe they had no backing?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After every raid, the robber cultivators always got away?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sure, some robber cultivators were eliminated by Five Dragon Island patrols, but Lin Chang’an suspected—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Those were probably the ones without a patron.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Or, perhaps, the ones who had outlived their usefulness and needed to be “cleansed.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It would even earn them a little credit on the official record.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What a chaotic world this has become…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Watching the cultivators from Five Dragon Island leave, Lin Chang’an narrowed his eyes, a cold glint in his gaze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He didn’t want to get involved in such messes—they were nothing but a waste of time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Core Formation! Only after reaching Core Formation can one become a player at the table, no longer forced to hide and run.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At least, in a small place like Five Dragon Island’s sea region, a Golden Core cultivator could finally sit at the table openly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Time passed. Three months later—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The attack on Yuling Island seemed to have faded into the past. Countless low-level cultivators returned to their daily routines.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, in the Sea Abyss of Beasts, turmoil was commonplace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>People still had to survive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Damn it! My entire cave abode was turned upside down! Even the flowers and grass were burned to cinders! Those damned robber cultivators!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Old Hu had returned—but he was furiously slapping the table, ranting about the devastation to his cave abode.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Who else had it worse than him? Out tracking demon beasts, only to come home and find his place trashed?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing this, Lin Chang’an chuckled and teased:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Alright, Old Hu. At least you managed to avoid that disaster.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“If I’d been there, with the formation we crafted together, I’d have killed a few for sure. No way I’d let that go!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Old Hu was clearly stifled. Though the Lu Clan had arranged for someone to help clean his cave abode, many items had been lost.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even though he normally carried most of his valuables with him, having your own abode ransacked would anger anyone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the pavilion, Lin Chang’an laughed and shook his head, then brought up the matter of the robber cultivators.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After venting, Old Hu didn’t leave. Instead, after downing a few cups of spirit tea, his expression suddenly grew solemn.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Old Lin, do you still remember what I told you before?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What are you talking about?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Chang’an looked puzzled, but seeing Hu Jin’s expression darken, he seemed to recall something.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Old Hu, don’t tell me you actually found that demon beast?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hu Jin had previously mentioned using a secret family tracking technique. Though he’d lost the trail, he remained unwilling to give up. This last outing was a continued pursuit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“That’s right!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hu Jin’s grave expression couldn’t hide the fiery glint in his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“That creature was cunning. It hid beneath a lake on an island, secretly licking its wounds. From my observations—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That third-rank demon beast is aged, likely waiting for death there. Returning to the sea would only make it prey for other demon beasts.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though demon beasts were powerful, they had always been suppressed by human cultivators. The greatest reason was that they fought individually.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Among demon beasts, the aged and the injured were easy targets—after all, to a demon beast, the flesh of another beast was just as nourishing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The law of the jungle had always been this way.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing Hu Jin’s words, Lin Chang’an couldn’t help but reveal a look of surprise—this time, it wasn’t for show.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>An aged and injured third-rank demon beast—that was no small matter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Old Hu, you really found it!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After his exclamation, Lin Chang’an couldn’t help but feel a deep sense of admiration.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Indeed, no one should be underestimated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hu Jin, too, revealed a rare trace of pride as he raised his chin and nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Of course. But it’s still no small matter. That’s why I only came to you with this.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When he said this last part, Hu Jin couldn’t help showing a meaningful look, which Lin Chang’an naturally understood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The distribution of profits needed to be discussed in advance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The credit for tracking down the target was unquestionably Hu Jin’s.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Heh, Old Lin, it’s not that I’m being stingy…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though the two shared basic trust, they still needed to clarify the distribution of profits.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Naturally, the share would also be adjusted based on each one’s contributions during the hunt.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But since Hu Jin had discovered and tracked it on his own, he rightfully held the power of initiative.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“But don’t worry, Old Lin. This third-rank demon beast is a Blue Crocodile Turtle. Its shell and flesh are both immensely nourishing—especially that shell. Its value is not much less than a demon core.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Old Hu explained—different types of demon beasts had vastly different values. Some could be worlds apart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For example, compared to a Sinister Spirit Beast King, which yielded only a single Sinister Spirit Core and nothing else after a hunt, this was far superior.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Among demon beasts, those like flood dragons—or any with dragon blood—were the most valuable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From a single drop of blood to their scales, tendons, horns—each part was a priceless treasure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Any demon beast with “dragon” in its name was at least twice as valuable as others of the same rank, if not more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After hearing this, Lin Chang’an took out the Beast Compendium of the Sea Abyss.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Blue Crocodile Turtle. A demon beast native to the Sea Abyss. Fierce in temperament and highly combative…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Reading the entry, Lin Chang’an nodded quietly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Old Lin, what do you say—shall we join forces for this hunt?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hu Jin looked eager. The reason he came back was precisely because he didn’t feel confident going alone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Having an extra person meant a greater chance of success.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hunting a demon beast and fighting one were two entirely different things.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Faced with Hu Jin’s invitation, Lin Chang’an didn’t hesitate. He directly asked in a low voice:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“How many people know about this?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I swear, just the two of us! I haven’t told anyone else!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once he confirmed it was just the two of them, Lin Chang’an pondered briefly before nodding in agreement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though he had a third-rank spirit pet, the Wind-Chirp Bird, hunting a demon beast of the same rank was never easy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This time, they had finally found a vulnerable one—injured and aged. He also had a trump card in his spirit pet. If he still didn’t dare to go after it—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then what had he cultivated for?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, there was another reason: the allure of the demon beast’s materials.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as Hu Jin had said—if the shell of the Blue Crocodile Turtle was intact, it could rival a demon core in value.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With both of them working together, they could essentially obtain materials equivalent to a demon core’s worth—plus flesh, claws, and other parts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was nothing like his three years of hunting Sinister Spirits, where he could only watch them dissipate day after day, without even getting a hair in return.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No time to waste. The longer we delay, the more variables arise. Let’s set out now.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Agreed!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both were decisive men. Lin Chang’an and Hu Jin didn’t hesitate. After a quick bit of packing, the two left Yuling Island together.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Over the years, they had often traveled together to Five Dragon Island or other marketplaces to trade, so no one found anything unusual.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Outer Seas.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A small yet extravagantly luxurious spirit ship drifted slowly across the ocean.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The formation engravings on the ship’s hull were actually third-rank.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For context, ordinary spirit ships with second-rank formations were already rare.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Third-rank—that wasn’t something just any power could afford.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Young Master, we’ve been out here for over two months. Is what that man said really true?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Onboard, a proud young cultivator lazily stroked the halberd in his hand, not even raising an eyebrow at the words spoken beside him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Senior Brother, you’ve cultivated for over a hundred years. Do you not even have this bit of patience?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The light remark made the senior brother bow his head awkwardly and say:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yes, Young Master is right!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This senior brother was none other than Rong Qing of the Five Dragon Island Patrol, who now had to act as a bodyguard simply because of one word from this Young Master of the Long Clan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Rong Qing’s respectful demeanor, the Young Master of the Long Clan, Long Changfeng, secretly shook his head in disdain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This Rong Qing Senior Brother—always pretending to be righteous. Isn’t he tired?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Long Changfeng let out a soft chuckle, then turned to ask another cultivator onboard—a figure held in high regard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Elder Li, where are we now?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This cultivator was a False Core Realm guest elder surnamed Li—the same one who had battled Lin Chang’an and lost his third-rank Copper-armored Corpse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“We’ve already entered the Outer Seas.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Elder Li’s rugged exterior concealed a meticulous mind. After his previous defeat, all his arrogance had vanished.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Young Master, Elder Li—this humble one swears! I really did find an injured third-rank Blue Crocodile Turtle with my teammates. I’ve even left a tracking mark on it…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A pudgy, middle-aged cultivator in the mid Foundation Establishment stage hurriedly entered, groveling as he swore loyalty, insisting he wasn’t lying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Young Master Long Changfeng simply waved his hand with a careless smile:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Alright, keep looking. But if you waste my cultivation time, I won’t mind teaching you the meaning of the word consequences.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he uttered “consequences,” a vicious glint flashed across his brows.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The rotund Foundation Establishment cultivator was immediately terrified, bowing repeatedly in assurance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The others acted as if nothing had happened. Clearly, here on this ship, it was the late Foundation Establishment Long Changfeng who was in charge.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“But we’re getting farther and farther from Five Dragon Island. The Young Master’s safety is a serious matter. Should we call another guest elder to join us?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The cautious voice came from Elder Li, the False Core cultivator—prompting a twitch of Long Changfeng’s eye.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Coward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He truly wondered how this man had even cultivated to such a level.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Elder Li, this spirit ship has third-rank formations. With you piloting it, even a mid Core Formation cultivator wouldn’t be able to stop us.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Besides, we’re not far from one of our Five Dragon Island bases.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a calm tone, Long Changfeng made it clear—there was no need for another elder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Elder Li said no more, appearing dutiful on the surface, but inwardly, he cursed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Showing off, huh? If my surname were Long, I’d have been a real Core Formation cultivator already. You’re just coasting on your background.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Peh! Only reason I’m here is because Five Dragon Island pays well.\u003C\u002Fp>",2758,"2026-06-06T08:45:32.907Z",1,"novelbin.me","f2628de2a0cc1b615ea061a5e39b041c1e8e4ec148a35582b2382ca807a04bb2","immortal-cultivation-begins-with-drawing-talisma-chapter-226","immortal-cultivation-begins-with-drawing-talisma-chapter-224",242,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fimmortal-cultivation-begins-with-drawing-talisma-cover.jpg"]