Chapter 475

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Protagonist:

Xu Zhangqing

Hongfeng Valley, Xu Zhangqing's home.

Chu Qiu and Pei Mo were already seated; the three had been waiting for a long time.

Because the journey from the Rain Water Pavilion to the Spirit Field was quite far, and moreover they had changed route midway, it would certainly delay them for a bit.

For Pei Mo, he had waited ten-odd years already; he did not mind waiting a while longer.

"Junior Brother Xu, Pei Mo is about to reach Golden Core; aren't you going to prepare?"

"I'm only at Foundation Establishment Late Stage; what's the rush."

"With Junior Brother Xu's talent and aptitude, you'll definitely be ranked among Golden Core cultivators before fifty!"

"We're all our own people; let's help each other out, and work hard together when the time comes."

"Then I'll thank the two Senior Brothers in advance!"

The three sipped tea while chatting casually.

Li Lingbi broke through to an Earth-grade Golden Core before thirty, the fastest among their batch.

Chu Qiu followed close behind, breaking through to Earth-grade Golden Core two years ago.

Now, including Xu Zhangqing, people like Li Sancai, Zhang Su, Han Su, Han Xin, Hu Bugui, Zhao Ziyue, and so on, were all still at Foundation Establishment.

But they were either at Foundation Establishment Perfection or Foundation Establishment Late Stage.

Only a minority still hovered in Early and Middle Stages — Hu Bugui being a notable example.

But Pei Mo was different; his innate talent, comprehension, and aptitude were all very good.

Originally, he was the one who would have broken through to Golden Core the fastest.

It just so happened that his Spirit Roots clashed, dragging down his growth speed.

Now, watching those around him start forming Golden Cores one by one, even latecomers catching up.

To say he wasn't anxious inside would be impossible.

All those years in the Black Rust Dynasty, constantly hunting monsters — wasn't it all to accumulate resources for his own Golden Core breakthrough?

Therefore, after returning this time, he absolutely would not leave until he reached Golden Core Stage.

After another while, Xu Zhangqing sensed someone at the entrance and immediately rose and left.

Soon, he brought Ruo Qunshuang in with him.

Chu Qiu and Pei Mo hurriedly stood: "Junior Sister Ruo!"

Chu Qiu and Ruo Qunshuang had met before; the two were fairly familiar.

Pei Mo had been outside all this time and rarely returned, so he was very unfamiliar with her.

Xu Zhangqing took out the high-grade grapes he had grown himself and handed them over: "Frost Sister, eat while we talk."

Ruo Qunshuang hesitated slightly; after all, eating someone's food makes you soft-mouthed, taking someone's things makes you short-handed.

Although she and Xu Zhangqing had a very good relationship and often exchanged gifts in private.

But this time there were two extra people, and they still had designs on the Jiuqu Sect.

Therefore, not to mention eating, just being able to come was already giving face.

Xu Zhangqing smiled at the sight: "If you want to eat, help yourself."

Ruo Qunshuang didn't want to waste time and immediately looked at the two opposite: "Two Senior Brothers, what exactly are you looking for me for?"

Compared to when she first came to the Dongting Immortal Sect, she had grown now.

Before, with outsiders around — especially strangers — she simply didn't dare speak.

Xu Zhangqing, under the guise of teasing, had actually reminded her several times, and only then did she change bit by bit.

Pei Mo was just about to open his mouth: "I..."

Chu Qiu waved his hand: "You can't speak; let me do it."

Right then, he explained Pei Mo's situation in full.

Upon hearing they were going to the Jiuqu Sect to seek an item to awaken a Water Spirit Root, Ruo Qunshuang instead breathed a sigh of relief.

At least it showed these two hadn't discovered the Jiuqu Treasure Vault her father left behind.

Actually she had always wanted to go back and pay respects to her father, elders, and acquaintances, but the Turbulent Spirit Water was extremely dangerous to Water Spirit Root cultivators, so she had not acted.

Now, if she could guide the two while returning, it seemed like a pretty good choice — at least it would be very safe.

You have to know, Chu Qiu alone had reached Earth-grade Golden Core.

As for Pei Mo, bald head covered in scars, looking fierce and ruthless, not someone to provoke.

Going out with two such people, her sense of security was maxed out directly.

Therefore, the development of things went more smoothly than Xu Zhangqing had imagined.

Especially as they chatted, Ruo Qunshuang couldn't control her hands again and started taking the high-grade grapes.

When it was about time, Chu Qiu, Pei Mo, and Ruo Qunshuang stood up.

Pei Mo and Ruo Qunshuang walked out first.

Chu Qiu remained and said to Xu Zhangqing alone: "Junior Brother Xu, as the middleman for this matter, you'll definitely get benefits afterward."

Xu Zhangqing smiled: "I'm not helping for the sake of benefits."

If Pei Mo heard this, he might have left directly.

But Chu Qiu was different; he immediately waved his hand: "One thing is one thing; if there are benefits, we definitely can't forget our own people."

Xu Zhangqing saw that he really couldn't decline, so he nodded: "Fine, then I'll wait for you to return with a full load."

Before leaving, Chu Qiu chuckled: "Get me some more milk wine."

Xu Zhangqing rolled his eyes: "I knew you had another reason for staying behind alone."

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Half a month later, Xu Zhangqing finally learned the Jinzhuan Yutian Jue.

Jinzhuan Yutian Jue: First Layer

Effect 1: Perception range of Metal Spirit Qi increased to 100 zhang

Effect 2: Spells carry a trace of Gengjin aura

Consume 30 years of lifespan to upgrade Jinzhuan Yutian Jue to Full Level?

Because it is a complete Earth-grade technique, no repairs are needed.

Moreover, the lifespan consumed by techniques and that consumed by arts are completely different; the former is almost all within one hundred years, rarely exceeding fifty, while the latter is entirely different, each starting at over a hundred years.

Fortunately, what Xu Zhangqing lacked least right now was lifespan, so he decisively chose: "Yes."

In an instant, his whole person entered a state of enlightenment.

Since there wasn't much time, it didn't last long.

After a while, the Attribute Panel changed.

Remaining Lifespan: years

Jinzhuan Yutian Jue: Full Level

Effect 1: Can draw Metal Spirit Qi within a hundred li radius

Effect 2: Jin Shu mana consumption reduced by 80%

Effect 3: Gengjin Law bonus, Cultivation Speed +80%

Effect 4: Gengjin Law-buffed Jin Shu, power +50%

Effect 5: Simultaneously draw Metal and Earth Spirit Qi, forming Hunyuan Divine Light

Effect 6: Touch any metal ore in heaven and earth, and know the material, grade, and attribute

Effect 7: Resistance to Heart Demons and soul attacks +60%

Special Effect 1: Condense Jinzhuan Runes, forming a Gengjin Holy Decree before oneself; Metal Spirit Qi automatically forms Judgment Golden Blades and locks onto Wood Spirit Root cultivators of the same level

Special Effect 2: Hunyuan Divine Light can transform into Hunyuan Divine Light Escape, lasting one incense stick, penetrating any metal or earth-stone obstacle, moving at 50 zhang per breath

Special Effect 3: When using Divine Sense, the Spiritual Vein automatically transmits a vein distribution map, guiding to the nearest mineral vein

Special Effect 4: If the Flesh Body perishes, the Golden Core automatically detaches, escapes into the Earth Pulse Core, and enters a dormant state; as long as the Spiritual Vein is not destroyed and the Golden Core is not destroyed, it can slowly absorb Spiritual Energy to repair itself while dormant, eventually reviving

After reading all the effects, Xu Zhangqing couldn't help but take a deep breath: "This technique is absolutely not the original version; it contains both Metal Spirit Root content and Earth Spirit Root content, equivalent to Jin Xuanzi making his own adaptation on the original basis."

Whether transforming into Hunyuan Divine Light, or Hunyuan Divine Light Escape.

Even Jinzhuan Runes can be condensed to form a Gengjin Holy Decree.

Every effect is quite powerful, what's more all of them together.

However powerful, ultimately they must all be integrated into the Five Elements Art, becoming one of the firewood!