[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-immortality-cultivation-i-can-increase-my-stats-":3,"chapter-immortality-cultivation-i-can-increase-my-stats--immortality-cultivation-i-can-increase-my-stats--chapter-1696":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Immortality Cultivation: I Can increase My Stats Using Clansmen's Qi-Blood",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},1160084,1501,"Chapter 1694 - 834: Theft? Hidden Secrets?","immortality-cultivation-i-can-increase-my-stats--chapter-1696",1696,"\u003Cp>They knew this mission could be very dangerous, so they made some preparations in advance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s necessary, and it’s also considered taking responsibility for their own lives.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Near the Alliance, there are many Cultivator Markets.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Among them, only a few are larger in size and scale.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This time, Luo Chen and Qing Shuang are heading to a Cultivator Market called White Mist Mountain Market.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>White Mist Mountain Market is one of the larger markets nearby, known for its high daily trade volume.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, the items in this market are often of good quality and reasonably priced.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That’s why Luo Chen chose to come to this market.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Outside of White Mist Mountain Market.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Chen and Qing Shuang silently walked forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although they had not yet entered White Mist Mountain Market, they could still feel the market’s grandeur.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even outside the market, there were quite a number of cultivators coming and going.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hey, you two look unfamiliar!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Newcomers?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A man with a fierce scar on his face squinted slightly, watching Luo Chen and Qing Shuang.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We are here to purchase some necessities.\" Luo Chen calmly replied, his gaze passing over the man without a trace of fear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qing Shuang smiled slightly and nodded politely, knowing that in such a place, keeping low-key and polite is the best way to avoid trouble.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh? In that case, you better be careful; all kinds of people are in the market.\" The man seemed satisfied with Luo Chen’s response and spoke with a hint of warning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Chen and Qing Shuang didn’t say much, just nodded and continued to walk into the market.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The entrance of White Mist Mountain Market was bustling, with various stalls filled with items from Spirit Grasses to Spiritual Medicine and Magic Artifacts to Magical Treasures.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let’s check out the Spirit Grass area first.\" Luo Chen suggested, needing some special Spirit Grasses to concoct elixirs for restoring True Qi.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qing Shuang agreed with a nod, and the two headed towards the Spirit Grass section.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The stalls in the Spirit Grass section were filled with a variety of rare Spirit Grasses, and many cultivators were selecting and haggling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The quality of these Spirit Grasses is good. It seems the market’s supply is quite rich.\" Qing Shuang whispered, her knowledge of Spirit Grasses no less than Luo Chen’s.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Chen carefully selected at a stall, his gaze finally resting on a Spirit Grass emitting a faint glow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This ’Blazing Sun Grass’ is top grade, just suitable for concocting a ’Blazing Sun Pill.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The stall owner, a middle-aged woman, saw Luo Chen’s interest in the Blazing Sun Grass and enthusiastically introduced it: \"You have a good eye, Young Master. This Blazing Sun Grass was freshly picked from the deep mountains, and its potency is excellent.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Chen nodded, and after some bargaining with the stall owner, he bought the Blazing Sun Grass at a reasonable price.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qing Shuang also selected some other Spirit Grasses, and the two then visited a few more stalls, purchasing some necessary materials.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After completing their purchases, Luo Chen and Qing Shuang found a relatively quiet corner to sort through their items.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"With these materials, we’re almost ready to concoct the elixirs.\" Luo Chen said contentedly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qing Shuang agreed with a nod, knowing Luo Chen had a notable expertise in Alchemy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We still need to prepare some defensive Magical Treasures.\" Qing Shuang reminded him, aware that the upcoming mission is fraught with unknowns and dangers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Chen nodded understandingly, and the two headed back into the Magic Artifacts section.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The stalls in the Magic Artifacts section were filled with various Magical Treasures, from defensive armors to offensive Flying Swords.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Chen’s gaze was caught by an ancient Longsword; he stepped forward to examine the sword closely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sword’s blade was engraved with complex patterns, emitting a faint cold light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This sword seems unusual.\" Luo Chen whispered, his intuition telling him the sword might harbor unknown secrets.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The stall owner, an elderly man, saw Luo Chen’s interest in the Longsword and introduced it: \"This sword is called ’Ice Sword,’ left in the market by a master. It’s said the sword contains Ice Element Spiritual Power, and its might is exceptional.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Chen nodded, attempting to inject True Qi into the sword, and the Ice Sword immediately let out a crisp sword cry, the air around the blade seemingly freezing into frost.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Good sword!\" Luo Chen praised, deciding to buy the Ice Sword.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qing Shuang, on the other hand, selected a piece of defensive armor, made from special materials, capable of resisting powerful attacks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two completed their purchases and left the Magic Artifacts section.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before leaving, Luo Chen also purchased some special talisman paper and cinnabar for use during the mission.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"With these preparations, we can set off.\" Luo Chen stated, his eyes gleaming with determination.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qing Shuang nodded, knowing the upcoming mission would be challenging, but believing that as long as she and Luo Chen were together, nothing would be impossible.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But just as they were about to leave White Mist Mountain Market.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly, there was a commotion inside the market.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Stop him, stop him!\" An urgent shout came from the other side of the market, and the crowd began to stir.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Chen and Qing Shuang exchanged a glance, knowing the sudden commotion might not be related to them, but as cultivators, they understood that staying alert was necessary in such an environment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Shall we check what’s happening?\" Qing Shuang proposed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Chen nodded, and the two headed in the direction of the commotion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Through the crowd, they saw a man in a black robe running desperately, pursued by several cultivators.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Stop right there!\" A pursuer shouted, holding a talisman paper glowing with golden light, clearly preparing to attack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The black-robed man seemed exhausted, stumbled while running, and fell to the ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The pursuers quickly surrounded him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Chen and Qing Shuang stood at a distance, observing the scene.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They didn’t intend to intervene easily but also didn’t want to miss any possible clues.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You thief, how dare you steal the market’s prized treasure!\" A pursuer berated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The black-robed man gasped for air, raising his head to reveal a pale and youthful face, eyes filled with despair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’m not a thief, I just... I just...\" He tried to explain, but his words were filled with helplessness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Chen and Qing Shuang exchanged a glance, sensing there might be an unknown story behind this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let’s first see what the situation is.\" Qing Shuang said softly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Chen nodded, and the two approached the crowd slowly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What happened?\" Luo Chen asked a nearby onlooker cultivator.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The cultivator noticed Luo Chen and Qing Shuang’s exceptional demeanor and explained in a low voice: \"This kid stole a treasure from the market, and the market guards caught him.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What kind of treasure?\" Qing Shuang curiously asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s said to be an ancient Magic Artifact that can enhance a cultivator’s Spiritual Power.\" The person replied.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Chen and Qing Shuang felt a sudden interest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They knew such a Magic Artifact is priceless to a cultivator, no wonder it caused such a stir.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, the black-robed man suddenly took out an item from his arms, an amulet made of special materials.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The necklace was in black and white; it looked ordinary but was in fact extraordinary.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Look, it’s this!\" The black-robed man panted, his voice carrying a hint of despair and determination, \"I... I’m not stealing; I’m just reclaiming what belongs to me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The pursuers looked at each other, seemingly surprised by this sudden turn.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Chen and Qing Shuang also found themselves intrigued by the necklace, sensing it might hide unknown secrets.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What do you mean by that?\" A pursuer frowned and asked, evidently dissatisfied with the man’s explanation.\u003C\u002Fp>",1298,"2026-06-03T12:44:57.024Z","2026-06-03T12:44:57.054Z",1,"novelbin.me","9002652dbd6fdbfb10183f3133633c581425a1496013df1aaf371c0f39fae8ab","immortality-cultivation-i-can-increase-my-stats--chapter-1697","immortality-cultivation-i-can-increase-my-stats--chapter-1695",2094,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fimmortality-cultivation-i-can-increase-my-stats--cover.jpg"]