Cultivation Begins with Skill Points
Chapter 296 - 295 Heavenly Soul Wood

Chapter 296: Chapter 295 Heavenly Soul Wood

"Is it actually Heavenly Soul Wood, Junior Brother Gu, where did you get it from?"

Gu Chen casually pointed to the street outside the building and said, "When I just arrived, I bought it from a stall on the road, it cost me one Spirit Stone. Senior Brother Xu, what is this thing?"

"One Spirit Stone?"

Xu Youde’s slit-like eyes instantly widened a bit, and he said with envy, "Tsk tsk, Junior Brother Gu truly has good fortune, to have picked up such a treasure on this street. This item is called Heavenly Soul Wood, a spiritual wood that grows in Extremely Yin Lands, growing exceedingly slowly at a rate of only an inch per decade. For this piece, it would take at least five hundred years of age to grow.

Because it grows in the Extremely Yin Lands, it is formed by being eroded by Yin energy, but the wood element is full of vitality. The combination of these elements gives rise to the name ’Heavenly Soul’. Carrying this item around for long periods can subtly increase one’s Divine Soul. It is said that some Martial Arts masters in the Yunling Realm can even entrust their Divine Soul to this wood, making it an extremely precious treasure."

Seeing Gu Chen’s somewhat confused expression, it was clear that he wasn’t very familiar with the various realms of the Transcendent Realm.

Xu Youde explained in a straightforward manner, "About twenty years ago, a piece of Heavenly Soul Wood appeared in the Heaven Pavilion on Island Thirty-Six, which was slightly smaller than yours. In the end, it was bought for fifty thousand Spirit Stones."

This time, Gu Chen understood, and he was utterly delighted in his heart.

He had picked up a treasure for one Spirit Stone, and by selling it, he could earn fifty thousand Spirit Stones. This earning speed was insanely fast.

"Can this item replace Red Treasure Gold?"

Xu Youde chuckled bitterly and said, "Replace? You could buy ten pieces of Red Treasure Gold, which would be more than enough. Forget it. If Junior Brother Gu truly doesn’t want to owe me a favor, send three thousand Spirit Stones later. As for this Heavenly Soul Wood, I don’t recommend selling it. Elder Zhong has already condensed a Spiritual Body and is about to open the Soul Palace to nourish the Divine Soul. This item is just what he needs."

Gu Chen was overjoyed upon hearing this, especially knowing that this Heavenly Soul Wood would be beneficial to his Master. He instinctively grasped the Heavenly Soul Wood in his hand.

"In that case, many thanks to Senior Brother Xu."

"No problem, no problem, just hope Elder Zhong can be promoted to Sixth Grade Alchemist soon."

"That is certain, Master will definitely succeed."

Gu Chen was brimming with confidence.

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At the peak of Fire Cloud Palace, the mountain breeze blew gently, and the world was silent.

Ouyang Daoyong had long led a group of disciples to guard outside the door.

Ouyang Daoyong sat steady at the main gate of Fire Cloud Palace, while the First Disciples guarded the surroundings. The entire Flowing Cloud Peak was under lockdown; no one was allowed in or out. Even a fly or a mouse that came within a hundred zhang would be crushed.

The key is that no one in the entire Purple Cloud Sect was dissatisfied with such a movement. On the contrary, they felt it wasn’t strict enough. Some disciples even suggested locking down the entire Purple Cloud City or even Island Eighty-One, but this was eventually rejected by Zhong Lin.

Ouyang Daoyong and Wan Pu stood like statues, waiting silently outside.

The liquid Spiritual Origin surrounding the two of them was held back, but if it were to move, it could strike with the force of collapsing mountains.

They were here to protect Zhong Lin, and anyone wanting to disturb Zhong Lin had to pass through them first.

Throughout several days, there was still no news from within Fire Cloud Palace, and both began to grow anxious.

After all, this was a Sixth Grade Elixir, and once successfully refined, it could propel Zhong Lin into the ranks of Sixth Grade Alchemists, making him the second on the Luoxing Islands. Purple Cloud Sect could rise with him, and though still incomparable to the Seven Stars Sect, it would certainly rank among the top in these one hundred and eight islands.

An opportunity like this must not be allowed to be disrupted by external forces.

Suddenly, Ouyang Daoyong felt a stir in his brow, and his tightly closed eyes suddenly opened.

Beside him, Wan Pu also excitedly looked up at Fire Cloud Palace.

Unbeknownst to everyone, a faint elixir fragrance wafted out from the palace atop the summit.

The master and disciple exchanged a glance, their hearts rising with anticipation.

Gu Chen sat idly to the side, wanting to speak but holding back, resorting to squatting and counting ants instead.

Finally, with a clear sound, the long-closed doors of Fire Cloud Palace opened slowly under their expectant gazes.

Woosh, woosh, woosh!

The sound of breaking wind, the guards Qiu Ju, Mu Qing, Lei Jun, and Xu Youde all appeared before the door, their eyes intently fixed forward.

As the doors opened, Zhong Lin’s figure appeared before them.

Everyone held their breath, their eyes fixed firmly on Zhong Lin’s face.

"Elder Zhong, was the elixir formed?"

Even Ouyang Daoyong’s voice was a bit shaky.

Zhong Lin smiled serenely, "Everything went smoothly. This is the Purple Mansion Pill. Please, Sect Master, inspect it."

As he spoke, Zhong Lin flipped his wrist, producing the Jade Bottle containing the Purple Mansion Pill. A rich elixir fragrance wafted out, hundreds of times more intense than what drifted from Fire Cloud Palace earlier.

"Excellent."

Ouyang Daoyong loudly praised, bursting into laughter, "Elder Zhong, you have worked hard."

With Wan Pu leading the way, the numerous disciples all cupped hands in salute, "Congratulations to Elder Zhong on your promotion to Sixth Grade Alchemist."

Everybody wore bright smiles, sharing in the glory.

After all, a Sixth Grade Alchemist was a rarity, with only two on the entire Luoxing Island, and now one had emerged within Purple Cloud Sect.

The status of an Alchemist is inherently above that of a Martial Artist. Even a Yunling Realm warrior can’t match a Sixth Grade Alchemist, who could even stand on equal footing with Xuandan masters.

By rounding up, Purple Cloud Sect gained a new Xuandan master.

How could this not excite them?

"Congratulations and best wishes to everyone."

Zhong Lin laughed heartily, waving his right hand, and into each person’s hand flew a Fifth Grade True Essence Pill.

"Wan Pu."

Ouyang Daoyong suddenly called out loudly.

"Disciple is here."

"Immediately inform the islands of Luoxing Island that I will host an Alchemist’s Banquet for Elder Zhong in a month."

Wan Pu also wore a broad smile, responding loudly, "Yes, Disciple will go now."

Hosting an "Alchemist’s Banquet" is not just for celebration but also an announcement.

Zhong Lin didn’t refuse, just as when he broke through the Innate Realm on Xuan Gui Continent, and Yu Jinglei wanted to host a "Grandmaster’s Banquet."

The so-called wealthy not returning home is like wearing brocade at night.

Being a Sixth Grade Alchemist allowed more contact with powerful figures and better resource collection.

After conversing for a while, everyone gradually dispersed, each excitedly spreading the news of the Sixth Grade Alchemist.

"Congratulations, Master, congratulations."

After everyone left, Gu Chen finally had a chance to speak, happily offering congratulations.

Zhong Lin glared at him playfully, laughingly scolded, "You rascal, others may not know, but don’t you?"

Gu Chen grinned, knowing that Master was referring to the fact that he had long since advanced to a Sixth Grade Alchemist, only slowly revealing it now.

"Congratulations are still in order. Besides, I secured a treasure today, just right to present to Master."

"A treasure? What treasure could you have?"

"Please have a look, Master."

"Heavenly Soul Wood?"