Chapter 3780: The Message about the Blueprint

"Madam Wang, are you an Immortal Talisman Master?" Luo Feiyu's gaze was a mixture of surprise and uncertainty. Wang Changsheng was somewhat well-known for his formidable artifact refining skills, having even slain a True Immortal cultivator from the Heavenly Ghost Sect. Wang Ruyan, however, was not as prominent.

Wang Ruyan took out two talismans of different colors and handed them to Luo Feiyu, explaining, "These are Immortal Talismans I crafted: the Four Symbols Immortal Imprisonment Talisman and the Mother-Child Soul Chasing Talisman."

Among the relics of Immortal Maiden Seven Stars were various crafting methods for first-grade Immortal Talismans. Once the Wang family members gathered all the necessary materials, Wang Ruyan successfully crafted them. Since Wang Rumeng and Wang Yulan could also craft first-grade Immortal Talismans, Wang Ruyan's burden was significantly lightened.

"The Mother-Child Soul Chasing Talisman! Madam Wang can even craft this kind of Immortal Talisman; her talisman-making skill is truly impressive!" Feng Chuchu exclaimed in surprise. The Mother-Child Soul Chasing Talisman could be used to track enemies: a 'child' talisman was injected into the target's body, and the 'mother' talisman could then be used to locate them. The most remarkable aspect was how difficult it was for the target to detect the 'child' talisman once it was inside. The crafting of a Mother-Child Soul Chasing Talisman was quite challenging, so Wang Ruyan's ability to produce it clearly demonstrated her high level of skill.

Several True Immortal cultivators then sent mental messages to Luo Feiyu and presented items for his inspection, including Shen Liming. They were all interested in the spirit of the Golden-Backed Ghost Ape, but Luo Feiyu did not trade it with any of them.

"Fellow Daoist Luo, if I am unable to craft it, I will not keep the Golden-Backed Ghost Ape's spirit. I will continue to search for materials until I successfully craft it for you. How does that sound?" Wang Ruyan transmitted her voice.

Luo Feiyu was somewhat swayed. The orifice-opening secret technique he cultivated was rather unique; opening the fourth orifice required the assistance of a first-grade Immortal Talisman. There were not many Immortal Talisman Masters in the Tianchen Sea Area, and most hailed from major powers. They either demanded exorbitant prices or were in seclusion or away. Previously, he had sought help from other Immortal Talisman Masters, but their attempts had failed, forcing Luo Feiyu to search for materials anew. Wang Ruyan's terms were very generous; Luo Feiyu only needed to provide the crafting method and one set of materials.

Luo Feiyu pondered for a moment, then took out a golden jade slip and handed it to Wang Ruyan.

"The Nine Stars Essence Transformation Talisman!" Wang Ruyan nodded and accepted the jade slip. The slip detailed how to craft the Nine Stars Essence Transformation Talisman but did not mention its specific use. However, given that Luo Feiyu was willing to offer a true spirit's essence as compensation, Wang Ruyan speculated it was related to orifice-opening.

After completing the exchange, Luo Feiyu sat down. Other cultivators gradually rose to exchange items. Wang Changsheng acquired some artifact refining materials, and Wang Ruyan obtained some talisman crafting materials; everyone was delighted.

Someone presented a Wu Gold Divine Crystal, a core material for crafting a gold-element lower-grade Immortal Extermination Cannon, which Shen Liming then acquired through trade.

More than two hours later, the gathering dispersed, and the cultivators gradually departed. As soon as they returned to their residence, Wang Chuanming hurried over, excitedly declaring, "Old Ancestor, I have made a significant discovery!"

"What discovery? Tell me about it," Wang Changsheng asked casually.

"A True Immortal cultivator possesses the blueprints for crafting a lower-grade Immortal Extermination Cannon. I tried to trade with him, but he refused," Wang Chuanming recounted, his face clouding with murderous intent by the end. "If he won't take the polite offer, then don't blame me for being less than courteous."

"What's his background? What does he want in exchange?" Wang Changsheng continued to inquire.

"His name is Yang Hai, and he's a rogue cultivator at the mid-True Immortal stage. He's a reclusive individual who always acts alone. He wants my help to kill Venerable Feiyu, who is a late-True Immortal stage cultivator and primarily operates in the territory of the Full Moon Alliance. That's simply impossible," Wang Chuanming stated.

"Asking me to go to the Full Moon Alliance's territory to kill a late-True Immortal cultivator... Even if I knew Venerable Feiyu's whereabouts, which I don't, finding an opportunity to kill him wouldn't be easy. What if Venerable Feiyu chose to cultivate in seclusion in a market town for ten thousand years? Would I have to stay there for ten thousand years too? When True Immortal cultivators from the Sun family and the Heavenly Ghost Sect appeared in the Nine Immortals Sect's territory, the Nine Immortals Sect immediately organized True Immortal cultivators to encircle and suppress them. If I were discovered by the Full Moon Alliance, it would be troublesome."

"Going to the Full Moon Alliance's territory to kill a late-True Immortal cultivator? Does he have a profound hatred for this person? Why didn't he ask the Nine Immortals Sect, Hundred Refinements Island, or the Snow Crystal Clan?" Wang Ruyan asked curiously.

"According to him, Venerable Feiyu killed his Dao companion. Yang Hai approached the Nine Immortals Sect and Hundred Refinements Island, but they ignored him. After all, it's just the crafting method for a lower-grade Immortal Extermination Cannon, and they possess it too," Wang Chuanming replied.

It was no surprise that the Nine Immortals Sect, Hundred Refinements Island, and the Snow Crystal Clan, with their long-standing heritage, possessed the crafting methods for lower-grade Immortal Extermination Cannons. The real challenge lay in actually crafting one, as merely gathering a single set of materials was difficult enough.

"Did he only tell you about this, or many people?" Wang Changsheng inquired.

"Many people know about this matter, and I suspect Venerable Feiyu has also caught wind of it. Yang Hai is desperately seeking help, which will only increase the difficulty, so no one has agreed to him," Wang Chuanming said. "Killing Venerable Feiyu won't be easy, but eliminating Yang Hai would be relatively simpler."

"Besides killing Venerable Feiyu, are there no other acceptable conditions? For example, an orifice-opening secret technique? Or a complete set of Immortal artifacts, first-grade Immortal Talismans, or Immortal formations?" Wang Changsheng continued to ask.

Wang Chuanming shook his head. "I've tried everything. He's not interested in anything else, claiming that the hatred for his murdered wife is irreconcilable, and he simply *must* kill Venerable Feiyu."

If there were another way, he wouldn't even consider murder.

"Chuanming, don't act recklessly. This person has cultivated to the mid-True Immortal stage; he's likely not an ordinary individual and might possess hidden trump cards, such as a second-grade Immortal Talisman or an exotic beast," Wang Ruyan cautioned. She knew Wang Chuanming's personality—he was unscrupulous in achieving his goals. If Yang Hai genuinely refused to trade, Wang Chuanming would resort to other means.

"There's always someone better, and you shouldn't underestimate others. Even if you've opened three orifices, Yang Hai might not be weaker than you. First, send someone to investigate the information Yang Hai provided, as well as Venerable Feiyu's situation. There will always be a way; it's not necessary to kill Yang Hai," Wang Changsheng instructed.

"Yes, Old Ancestor," Wang Chuanming agreed.

After a few more words of caution, Wang Changsheng dismissed Wang Chuanming.

"Chuanming is too extreme. If one path is blocked, his first thought is to kill for treasure," Wang Ruyan said with a frown.

"He is indeed extreme, but if he were to actually act and eliminate Yang Hai, I believe he would have a high chance of success. However, there's no need to resort to that. If we want the blueprints for the Immortal Extermination Cannon, there are other ways. Even if we don't get them, it's not a big deal; Yang Hai isn't the only one with those blueprints," Wang Changsheng said dismissively.

"When the auction begins, I hope we can bid on some good items," Wang Ruyan said, a look of anticipation on her face. Their journey had yielded many valuable items and significantly expanded their network of connections, resulting in great gains.

Wang Changsheng nodded. After a brief chat, he entered a guest room, sat cross-legged on a meditation cushion, and began to meditate and regulate his breathing.

Over the next half-month, Wang Changsheng and Wang Ruyan frequently attended gatherings of True Immortal cultivators, forging new connections and exchanging cultivation resources. They dispatched Wang Moxin to gather materials for crafting the Nine Stars Essence Transformation Talisman. This upcoming auction was set to be very large-scale, making it easier to acquire materials, provided one was willing to spend Immortal Essence Stones.

Early one morning, a long queue had formed outside a towering structure that shimmered with red light. Above its entrance hung a golden plaque with three large red characters carved into it: "Lihuo Tower." This was the auction venue.