[{"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-239":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},1581210,2045,"Chapter 239 : Finally Reaching Sea Abyss City","immortal-cultivation-begins-with-drawing-talisma-chapter-239",239,"\u003Cp>Chapter 239: Finally Reaching Sea Abyss City\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the deck.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This time, all the cultivators had come out, and the Long Clan’s cultivators did not stop them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“This...”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After exiting the cabin, they saw the countless supplies aboard the Long Clan’s spirit vessel being moved away, box by box, by the cultivators of the demonic sect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As for the cultivators being taken away, they too were being escorted onto the demonic sect’s spirit vessel one after another.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If there had still been many complaints in the hearts of cultivators before, at this moment, every one of them now silently patted their chests in lingering fear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fortunately, the Long Clan had been ruthless enough this time, bringing so many goods. Otherwise, they might not have been able to satisfy this group from the demonic sect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As for the small loss on their own part?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was nothing compared to the Long Clan’s supplies.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at the scene, the Long Clan’s cultivators all wore gloomy and unpleasant expressions—far worse than anyone else.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon witnessing this, Lin Chang’an sneered inwardly. If he hadn’t known the truth, he might have even sympathized with them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But now! He only wanted to repay this great favor from the Long Clan properly in the future.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“These goods are probably the resources meant to purchase Nascent Soul insights. These ordinary Long Clan cultivators may not know, but the leading ones definitely do.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hidden among the crowd, Lin Chang’an maintained a calm expression, showing the same post-crisis relief as the other cultivators.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Please convey this to the Island Lord of the Long Clan: the Mystic Yin Sect sincerely thanks him for this generous gift.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once all the goods had been emptied, a cold and aloof voice came from atop a hideous, enormous flying vessel of the demonic sect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing this voice, Lin Chang’an was stunned for a moment. He immediately pretended to act naturally and looked up with the crowd.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Descending in flowing white garments—it was indeed Yun Yao.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Long Clan’s Core Formation cultivator aboard the spirit vessel had a dark, ugly expression. Others might not understand, thinking it was a mockery, but he knew all too well what was truly meant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Very well! The Long Clan sincerely thanks the Mystic Yin Sect for this great kindness and will not forget it.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To outsiders, it seemed as if the Long Clan was bowing its head, which instantly balanced out the emotions of the other cultivators who had suffered losses.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some even felt sympathy for the Long Clan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their losses were far worse than anyone else’s.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That’s just human nature.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the demonic sect’s spirit vessel was about to set off, He Yan from the demonic sect respectfully approached and whispered a message.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After hearing it, Yun Yao’s beautiful eyes trembled slightly, and she glanced back with the corner of her eye, spotting Lin Chang’an among the crowd.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two exchanged a brief glance, then looked away calmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As if nothing had happened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But their years of mutual understanding had already conveyed the meaning between them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Take care!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They could only watch helplessly as the giant flying vessel of the Mystic Yin Sect departed. Many hot-blooded cultivators on board, unaware of the truth, had bloodshot eyes and clenched teeth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Elder! This is outrageous—they took all the goods on our entire ship!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Exactly! We gave offerings even to sect forces we passed by, but none were this vicious!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing all these indignant Long Clan cultivators, the False Core Cultivator leading them, who clearly knew the inside story, suddenly barked in a low voice:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Silence!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You call this bravery? What? You think with that little bit of hot-bloodedness, we should’ve all died here today?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though it sounded like a reprimand, this False Core Cultivator was inwardly somewhat comforted—at least some in the Long Clan still had fire in their bones.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These people were the future of the Long Clan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Many thanks, Elder Long.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yes, many thanks to the Long Clan.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the deck, many cultivators who had originally been distressed and angry about their own losses now came forward to console the Long Clan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, some were sincere, while others were just putting on a show.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Watching this scene from within the crowd, Lin Chang’an, though he acted no differently than the rest, sneered in his heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Long Clan truly had remarkable tactics.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They struck from behind the scenes, yet gave face publicly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he hadn’t known the truth, he’d have thought they were helping him even as they sold him out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Fellow Daoist Lin, are you all right?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon stepping onto the deck this time, Lin Chang’an encountered Madam Lu and Lu Yujian. Upon seeing them, he forced a strained smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“At least I’m doing better than those who were taken.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lu Yujian had clearly seen the earlier scene and was visibly enraged, though helpless to act.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the side, Madam Lu sighed helplessly and secretly sent a voice transmission:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Fellow Daoist Lin, my son and I were fortunate enough to escape inspection this time only because of Yushu’s master’s background.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Madam Lu explained in this manner to show Lin Chang’an that she truly had limited ability—it wasn’t that she didn’t want to help.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Chang’an naturally understood and gave her a nod to express his acknowledgment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The following days were peaceful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since there were no more goods on the spirit vessel, everyone was allowed to move freely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet many cultivators wore bitter expressions. The price of this voyage had nearly emptied their coffers, and the demonic sect had taken from them yet again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now, many cultivators had already been drained of all their spirit stones.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After experiencing this incident, many were filled with worry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But curiously, no one seemed to suspect the Long Clan. After all, their losses appeared to be the greatest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As for the dozens of missing fellow cultivators—no one mentioned them again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this time, within the ship’s cabin, Lin Chang’an was calmly facing a visitor from the Long Clan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He knew that since he wasn’t taken away, someone would definitely come to see him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Talisman Master Lin, this journey was a grave oversight on our Long Clan’s part—we truly offer our deepest apologies.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the very first meeting, this False Core Cultivator from the Long Clan apologized with utmost sincerity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One had to admit, his attitude was impeccable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Lin Chang’an understood all too well what they were really wondering about. With a bitter smile and a sigh, he replied:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“This time, I was simply lucky. Fortunately, I once served in Tianxuan City under True Lord Lu, and through talismans made a few connections.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The message embedded in this statement made the Long Clan’s cultivator appear enlightened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tianxuan City had ties with the Mystic Yin Sect—this information was not unknown to them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As for the probing from this False Core Cultivator, Lin Chang’an didn’t withhold anything. There was no need to hide He Yan’s identity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Besides, He Yan sparing him had been witnessed—there was no hiding it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“My nephew happened to join the Mystic Yin Sect, which helped me avoid this disaster.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“So that’s how it is.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After hearing this, the False Core Cultivator eased his wariness by a bit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Among cultivators, such connections to people from the same hometown weren’t uncommon—understandable, really.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, there was no need to create further conflict aboard the ship over Lin Chang’an alone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Take care, senior.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Talisman Master Lin, do rest well—we’ll be arriving at Sea Abyss City in just a few days.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After seeing the guest off, Lin Chang’an maintained his facade the entire time, appearing exactly like someone who had narrowly avoided disaster thanks to an acquaintance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mystic Yin Island.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A gloomy island shrouded in sinister ghostly fog.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As a massive flying vessel descended from the sky, the cultivators on the island looked upon it with respectful expressions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aboard the vessel—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“He Yan, do you admit your guilt?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Please spare me, Saintess! I admit my guilt! But this person is the uncle of a hometown acquaintance who once saved my life. I willingly accept punishment!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Under the watchful eyes of all, He Yan confessed swiftly and decisively.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing this, many of the accompanying demonic cultivators couldn’t help but glance over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some sneered, while others had complicated expressions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a person like He Yan who valued old ties, few could truly dislike him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even among evildoers, they hoped to befriend such a person—just in case one day they found themselves in danger and needed a helping hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thus, quite a few people actually pleaded on He Yan’s behalf.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But most of these people were either opportunistic or hypocritical cultivators.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, aside from these surface reasons, who didn’t know that He Yan was under the Saintess?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He Yan himself wasn’t stupid either. A bunch of fools—did they really think he was a simpleton?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the one in charge of this operation, Yun Yao swept her indifferent gaze across the crowd and said calmly:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“In that case, this vacancy must be filled within three months.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yes!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing this, everyone was stunned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She didn’t even bother to pretend—she clearly meant to tell everyone that He Yan was her subordinate, and this was how she punished him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Who had a problem with it?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Naturally, no one dared to speak.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Yun Yao looked at Mystic Yin Island before her, a trace of cold frost flashed through her eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Big Brother Lin, I hope your Core Formation goes smoothly this time.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he failed in forming his core, Yun Yao sighed inwardly—perhaps she would advise Lin Chang’an to return to the Yue Kingdom.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, comparatively speaking, the Yue Kingdom was a small, stable place—far better than the harsh life in the Sea Abyss of Beasts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“All prepare to disembark.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The dozens of Foundation Establishment cultivators with specialized skills who had been taken away had long since become utterly hopeless, filled with bitter hatred toward the Long Clan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Well, to put it plainly, you were sold off by the Long Clan for a good price. But it’s not all bad to be in the Mystic Yin Sect—get used to it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Our sect also runs proper marketplaces and business channels.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This group consisted of second-rank skilled cultivators, and they weren’t treated too roughly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, they might be useful in the future.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Long Clan! Damn it...”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hmph, let’s see how far the Long Clan can go.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Exactly. There are no secrets under heaven. Just wait, Long Clan, we’re not done yet.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One after another, these Foundation Establishment cultivators who had been sold looked furious and stifled. They had clearly paid to travel to Sea Abyss City—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet they had ended up paying to be sold right into the demonic lair of Mystic Yin Island.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing their outcome, Yun Yao shook her head indifferently. She had no power to change it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She just wanted to live on.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mystic Yin Island.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Heh heh, that Long Clan boy really is going all out... Too bad Nascent Soul isn’t so easily achieved.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In a hoarse voice, within a sinister hall deep inside the island, a gaunt figure revealed a faint smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“We’ve arrived!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a shout of astonishment, countless cultivators on the deck turned to look in shock at the distant sight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Towering peaks reaching into the clouds, an enormous island, and a vast, majestic immortal city radiating with overwhelming might came into view.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even Lin Chang’an, who had visited once before, couldn’t help but marvel again upon seeing it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Sea Abyss City, finally arrived!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Lifespan: 134\u002F294】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Realm: Late Foundation Establishment (93\u002F100)】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This time, due to the detour taken by the Long Clan’s flying vessel, the journey had taken more than half a year.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Chang’an looked at his cultivation and let out a quiet sigh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He could already feel his bottleneck. If he attempted a breakthrough now, it would be reckless and wasteful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I still have a few third-rank pills that aid in cultivation. First, I need to find a cave abode and go into closed-door cultivation for a few years. Once everything is ready—then I’ll form my core!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thinking of this, Lin Chang’an glanced sideways at Madam Lu and couldn’t help but feel a bit envious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lu Yushu was truly blessed—he had a Core Formation master as his teacher, and the clan gave him full support.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unlike Lin Chang’an, who had to rely entirely on himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Big Brother Lin, is this Sea Abyss City? It’s huge!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Beside him, Lu Yujian was already dazed, completely awestruck by the scene before him—just like Lin Chang’an had been on his first visit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Mother, have you been here before?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I... This is my first time too.” Madam Lu was also stunned, but her thoughts were more occupied with the matter of Core Formation for the family.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So she quickly composed herself, wearing a solemn expression as she watched the flying vessel approach the dock.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he stepped off the vessel and left the Long Clan’s domain, Lin Chang’an finally relaxed the tension he had been holding inside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Patriarch Lu, Fellow Daoist Lu, you two have important matters. I shall take my leave first.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once disembarked, Lin Chang’an cupped his hands and bade farewell to the Lu family members.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, Madam Lu understood Lin Chang’an’s intention—after all, she had come here for her clan’s Core Formation business.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“In that case, I wish Fellow Daoist Lin eternal success on the path of immortality.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“May your immortal path be everlasting!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After parting at the docks, Lin Chang’an donned a bamboo hat and calmly headed toward Sea Abyss City.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As for whether the Long Clan was tailing him—he didn’t believe they would dare cause trouble here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as he had expected, on the flying vessel, the Long Clan’s managing mid Core Formation Elder silently watched Lin Chang’an leave, then gently shook his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Don’t stir up trouble. According to our investigation, this person is cautious by nature. Even if he suspects us, he wouldn’t dare spread rumors recklessly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These rogue cultivators may not have other skills, but their ability to stay alive and use their brains is unmatched.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Besides!” At this point, the elder paused, then sighed deeply.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Besides, it’s no longer necessary. The Clan Patriarch is already preparing to break through. If successful, everything else becomes meaningless.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he failed...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This elder with little lifespan left could only smile bitterly in his heart. The Long Clan had taken a huge gamble this time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But did they have any other choice?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After dominating the Five Dragon Sea Region for over a hundred years, the Long Clan had grown used to limitless resources—offending too many in the process.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Long Clan had long since been forced onto the fire!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now, they could only stake the entire clan in one final gamble.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If successful, the Long Clan would soar to new heights.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Fellow Daoist Lin, here is your Permanent Residence Identity Jade Token.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Thank you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Outside the massive city gates, Lin Chang’an had applied for a permanent residence identity jade token.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, he had come here to enter seclusion and then break through to Core Formation—not for anything else.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seven days wouldn’t be enough.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Three thousand low-grade spirit stones.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Chang’an handed over the spirit stones and received his identity jade token, his face finally showing a smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His identity was clean, so of course he used his real name.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The only downside was—if the token was lost, it had to be reissued from scratch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’ve finally returned here again!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon stepping into Sea Abyss City and feeling the thick spiritual energy in the air, Lin Chang’an couldn’t help lifting his bamboo hat, revealing a rare expression of relaxation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At last, the constant vigilance of his journey could ease.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I wonder how Old Hu has been these twenty-two years—has he already formed his core?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Walking down the wide street, Lin Chang’an gazed upon the vast immortal city with a sigh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now that he had arrived, he took out the voice-transmission talisman he had exchanged with Old Hu back then. He sent a message, and seeing no reply, he put it away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, he headed straight for the direction of cave abode rentals.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He didn’t want any more unexpected incidents—first, find a cave and go into seclusion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then—form his core.\u003C\u002Fp>",2706,"2026-06-06T08:45:32.907Z",1,"novelbin.me","7383a821225c883413d0f6f3929f9a3c3f3a6355d92c1ca0aa65506bd0d41395","immortal-cultivation-begins-with-drawing-talisma-chapter-240","immortal-cultivation-begins-with-drawing-talisma-chapter-238",242,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fimmortal-cultivation-begins-with-drawing-talisma-cover.jpg"]