Chapter 410: Jindan Celebration

"Yes, Ninth Uncle," Wang Qingqi and Wang Qingjun replied in unison.

"Qingjun, you may step down first. I have something to discuss with Qingqi."

Wang Qingjun acknowledged him and bowed before withdrawing.

Wang Changsheng took out a red jade slip. With a flick of his wrist, the jade slip flew out and landed steadily in Wang Qingqi's hand.

"This Profound-grade cultivation method, the 'Heavenly Flame Scripture,' can be cultivated to a higher level, much better than the one you are currently practicing. These are the cultivation incantations for the first three layers. After you've memorized the content, destroy the jade slip, then go to the Scripture Pavilion to copy the cultivation methods for the fourth to sixth layers."

Both immortal cultivation families and sects maintain strict control over their cultivation methods. Wang Changsheng had killed many Foundation Establishment cultivators in his lifetime, but only when he eliminated Long Sudai and two others did he acquire two Profound-grade and one Yellow-grade cultivation methods, which unfortunately only allowed cultivation up to the Foundation Establishment stage.

To obtain cultivation methods, one typically either destroys an immortal cultivation force or participates in an auction. The former is quite difficult, while the latter offers a relatively higher chance.

Wang Qingqi was at the second layer of Foundation Establishment. As the only second-tier alchemist in the family, Wang Changsheng naturally hoped that Wang Qingqi could progress further on his cultivation path.

It was still easy for Wang Qingqi to switch cultivation methods now; it should take him five or six years to reach the corresponding realm.

"Thank you, Ninth Uncle," Wang Qingqi said with a joyful expression.

Wang Changsheng nodded and smiled, "By the way, you're not young anymore; you should find a companion. Immortal cultivation isn't about being heartless and uncaring. The character 'immortal' contains the radical for 'person'; first, one is a person, then an immortal. If you fancy a girl from any family, just tell Ninth Uncle, and I will make the arrangements for you."

He was now a Core Formation cultivator, and his words carried weight.

"Nephew doesn't wish to marry yet, but thank you for your kindness, Ninth Uncle."

Wang Changsheng didn't force him. He asked about Wang Qingqi's cultivation progress, urged him to cultivate diligently, and then dismissed him.

Wang Changhuan and Wang Qingshan were still in secluded cultivation, and Wang Changsheng did not disturb them.

During the expedition to Han Country, the Wang family acquired a large sum of wealth, and Wang Changhao's contribution was indispensable. Wang Changsheng rewarded him with 10,000 contribution points and 10,000 spirit stones.

Three days later, the Wang family officially held its Core Formation celebration.

Wang Changsheng was seated in the main seat, with Song Hefeng and Guang Dongren seated on either side below him. Dozens of representatives from other immortal cultivation families stood below them, each with an exceedingly respectful expression.

For this Core Formation celebration, the Wang family had sent invitations to all strong immortal cultivation families in Wei Country, in addition to those with whom they had existing relationships.

"Congratulations to Senior Wang on successfully forming his Golden Core!" the representatives exclaimed in unison.

Wang Changsheng nodded and smiled, "It was thoughtful of you to travel such a long distance to attend this Core Formation celebration."

"Senior Wang jests," Chen Hu stepped forward, beaming, "We owe much to Senior Wang's care in our daily lives; this is simply what we should do."

"Our Chen family presents two 300-year-old Jade Spirit Grasses to congratulate Senior Wang on his Core Formation."

"Our Li family congratulates Senior Wang on his Core Formation and presents two mid-grade second-tier demon cores as a token of our sincerity."

"Our Huang family presents one 400-year-old Six-Leaf Lotus and two pieces of 300-year-old Purple Gold Wood to congratulate Senior Wang on his Core Formation."

The representatives presented their congratulatory gifts one after another. The Wang family had split, so there were two groups of Wang family representatives offering gifts.

Wang Changsheng's father-in-law presented two top-grade second-tier spirit fish and three 400-year-old spirit herbs, while the other group of Wang family representatives presented five 400-year-old spirit herbs.

Next was the Huang family, who presented three 400-year-old spirit herbs. The smallest gift offered was 1,000 spirit stones.

Song Hefeng, as the representative of the Song family, presented a bottle of Purple Jade Spirit Water and two 400-year-old spirit fruits, and also announced the marriage alliance between the Song and Wang families.

Guang Dongren had already presented a Foundation Establishment Pill, but he still presented a bottle of Purple Jade Spirit Water in front of everyone.

What Wang Changsheng never expected was that Li Qingshan of Huang Sheng Palace had sent someone to deliver a Foundation Establishment Pill.

Li Qingshan's granddaughter-in-law, Wang Ruyue, was Wang Ruyan's cousin. By seniority, Wang Changsheng would have to address Li Qingshan as his grandfather.

The Core Formation celebration hosted by the Wang family showcased the extensive network of the Wang family to other immortal cultivation families. Many families sought to curry favor with the Wang family, while some others had to attend simply because they received an invitation.

The Core Formation celebration lasted only one day. After Wang Changsheng exchanged some polite remarks, he announced the start of the banquet.

Wang Changsheng, Song Hefeng, and Guang Dongren did not dine with the other Foundation Establishment cultivators. Instead, they went to a quiet courtyard.

"In-law, you must upgrade your spirit vein! Otherwise, cultivating here will yield half the results for twice the effort," Song Hefeng sincerely advised.

Wang Changsheng nodded. "Thank you for the reminder, in-law. I understand the matter."

The Wang family only had Wang Changyue, a second-tier formation master. To upgrade their spirit vein, they would still need Guang Dongren's help.

"In-law, three years from now is the century-long Guangyuan Dharma Assembly. Many Core Formation cultivators will attend. The Guangyuan Dharma Assembly is a grand event jointly organized by the Four Sects of Yu Country, and only Core Formation cultivators participate. Many good items will appear there, such as magical treasures, third-tier spiritual items, and so on. You must not miss it."

Song Hefeng kindly reminded him. He wasn't sure if Wang Changsheng had a magical treasure, so he decided to bring it up.

Wang Changsheng readily agreed. The three then exchanged cultivation insights. Although they practiced different cultivation methods, they could learn from each other's methods for breaking through bottlenecks.

Guang Dongren was already at the sixth layer of Core Formation, and his insights into breaking through bottlenecks greatly benefited Wang Changsheng and Song Hefeng.

Three hours later, Song Hefeng took his leave. He was eager to return to Han Country to dispatch his clansmen to occupy the earth-fire spirit vein. Wang Changsheng sent Wang Changhao along to guide them and retrieve the formation array.

"Master, your disciple would like to request your help in upgrading the spirit vein of Qinglian Mountain to a third-tier spirit vein. Of course, we won't ask for your help for free; we will provide compensation," Wang Changsheng sincerely said. He was, after all, Guang Dongren's registered disciple, so if he asked for help in the tone of a disciple, Guang Dongren should not refuse him.

Guang Dongren chuckled. "I knew you would ask that. I already sent someone to invite our Hundred Spirits Sect's formation master. He calculated that your Wang family has three second-tier spirit veins. If they are merged, they should be able to upgrade to a low-grade third-tier spirit vein. The cost is not low: 400,000 spirit stones for the array materials, 350,000 for materials, and 50,000 for labor fees. This is the most favorable price."

"400,000!" Wang Changsheng's mouth twitched. This was a substantial amount. Although he had obtained some wealth from the trip to Han Country, he still owed 200,000 spirit stones. Even if he sold all his current wealth, it wouldn't amount to 600,000 spirit stones. It seemed he could only gradually accumulate spirit stones to upgrade the spirit vein.

"Master, can we pay on credit? This amount is too large for our Wang family to produce all at once," Wang Changsheng said, looking troubled.

Guang Dongren shook his head. "That won't do. 400,000 spirit stones is a considerable expense even for our Hundred Spirits Sect. However, seeing as you call me master, I can allow you to cultivate at the Hundred Spirits Sect until the Heavenly Wolf Secret Realm opens."

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