Longevity: My Talents Are a Bit Abundant-Chapter 360: Alchemy Dao Genius

Late night.

In the sect inn.

Shen Xuan sat cross-legged.

Looking at the ancient mysterious water pill furnace before him, he felt a rare surge of excitement in his heart.

Pill talisman array, among the hundred arts of cultivation, alchemy ranks first.

Shen Xuan did not reject the idea of delving into alchemy.

However, alchemy, talisman making, artifact refining, array formation, sword training, spirit plants, etc., each cultivation technique requires talent and resources.

Shen Xuan possessed a mysterious jade talisman, capable of seizing the innate talent skills of demon beasts, providing significant support to his talisman dao techniques.

This advantage led to his talisman dao techniques advancing rapidly, soaring to tier two top grade.

He could create powerful thunder talismans and the secretive divine thunder treasure talisman, which became his ace protection methods.

As for array dao, it remained at tier one top grade.

The reason was not just the short time spent; talent limitations were the main cause.

"However, I have a golden finger. As long as I’m willing to consume Dao Rhyme Points, early entry is fairly easy."

As for after entry, how much one achieves is another matter.

Initially, Dao Rhyme Points can be used to boost skill level, but mid to late stages won’t allow that method.

Therefore, the pill success rate determines the potential in alchemy.

Moreover, Shen Xuan currently had no extra Dao Rhyme Points.

In essence, realm cultivation is the foundation.

All cultivation techniques are limited by realm cultivation.

Similarly.

To achieve higher accomplishments in cultivation techniques, one must elevate realm cultivation.

With Shen Xuan’s spiritual power, divine soul, and divine sense equating to foundation establishment perfection, advancing to tier two pill master was only a matter of time.

"First, let’s get familiar with water technique refining!"

Shen Xuan placed a set of Essence Nourishing Pill materials into the ancient mysterious water pill furnace.

These are merely spirit pills used during the Middle Stage of Qi Cultivation.

Theoretically, a perfect refinement yields eight pills from one set of materials.

"Transform!"

Shen Xuan summoned the River and Sea Map.

A stream of spirit water was poured into the ancient mysterious water pill furnace, immersing all materials within.

"Rinse!"

Water spiritual power repeatedly washed the materials in the pill furnace, removing impurities.

"Seal!"

He closed the lid of the ancient mysterious water pill furnace, commencing the formal alchemy process.

"Cook!"

Abruptly, another clump of spirit water enveloped the ancient mysterious water pill furnace from the River and Sea Map, slowly increasing the temperature.

"Simmer!"

Shen Xuan focused his spiritual power, maintaining high heat for a full hour.

"Nourish!"

Subsequently, he lowered the temperature, heating at low temperature for two hours.

"Brew!"

According to the water technique refining inheritance, the longer the duration, the better,

Shen Xuan naturally didn’t linger unnecessarily here.

In the future, when there’s an opportunity, he should find a suitable venue for long-term preservation.

He merely used some spiritual power, slightly compressing the time to one hour, hastily finishing the step.

"Ignite!"

Shen Xuan once more cast a spell, using a particularly essence-rich spirit water as a guide to merge and transform the materials in the pill furnace.

"Pour!"

Quickly, the materials transformed into a liquid rich with spiritual power.

Shen Xuan utilized the True Ice Heart Technique to rapidly cool the liquid.

"Steep!"

This was the final step.

Equivalent to the solidifying pill step in fire technique refining.

Shen Xuan condensed the liquid into crystals using profound ice cold qi.

"Oh?"

He was stunned seeing the four Essence Nourishing Pills emitting a fragrant aroma before him.

Four pills!

Among them, one was of a distinct, crystalline quality, obviously of fine grade.

His first attempt at water technique refining achieved such results, meeting the standards of a tier one middle grade pill master.

Could it be, he’s the legendary alchemy genius?

However, Shen Xuan soon mocked himself!

What alchemy genius?

It’s more like a high school student tackling middle school problems, an overwhelming advantage, simply scoring well.

His strength is comparable to foundation establishment perfection.

The pill furnace is tier two lower grade.

He used the essence spirit water from the River and Sea Map, employing the top-order True Ice Heart Technique.

If he couldn’t meet the tier one middle grade pill master standards, that would truly be a wonder!

Nevertheless, Shen Xuan was still pleased.

At least, he had potential in alchemy.

Having talent makes things easier.

With the mysterious jade talisman and Dao Rhyme adding points.

As long as he can get started, a certain pill success rate can be ensured.

Unfortunately, he bought too many Essence Nourishing Pill materials.

In the following month.

Shen Xuan focused on refining Yellow Dragon Pills.

He refined once daily.

A month later, the success rate of Yellow Dragon Pills reached eighty percent, yielding six to seven pills each time. Among them, two to three were of fine grade.

This success rate and fine grade percentage far surpassed a tier one top grade pill master.

During this period, Shen Xuan didn’t use the mysterious jade talisman or Dao Rhyme points.

He achieved it entirely through his own talent and comprehension.

This way, continuing to practice with tier one spirit pills had already become unnecessary.

...

In Divine Sword Pavilion.

Wei Yafei finished a business transaction with a smile.

In her heart, she was calculating the commission amount.

"A bunch of paupers, couldn’t even earn a single spirit stone from a deal."

Wei Yafei felt a bit listless.

"Niece Wei, hasn’t Shen Changsheng come by yet?"

The voice of Shopkeeper Hu sounded from behind.

"No!"

Wei Yafei asked curiously, "Uncle Hu, do you think Shen Changsheng might really succeed in water technique refining and not return the pill furnace?"

"Possible."

"But unlikely."

Shopkeeper Hu’s voice carried a trace of sentiment.

"Water technique refining, it’s not that easy! Shen Changsheng is a Foundation Establishment Cultivator, he wouldn’t care for a tier one pill master."

"Becoming a tier two pill master, and moreover a water technique alchemist, is extremely difficult. In our Divine Sword Sect, there’s only one tier two water technique alchemist."

"Ah, only one!"

Wei Yafei mumbled under her breath, "No wonder the sect’s spirit pills are so expensive!"

"Expensive?!"

"The price has been stable for years, don’t speak carelessly, it’s hard to be a pill master now."

"You should know, the price of refining materials has risen by forty percent!"

Shopkeeper Hu spoke painfully, "Sometimes, look at your own shortcomings, have you worked hard to earn spirit stones all these years, have you diligently completed the sect missions?"

Wei Yafei was scolded into silence.

"Sigh!"

Shopkeeper Hu sighed.

"It’s difficult for the sect too. Many spirit pills, all of which require the sect to provide materials, pay fees, and entrust Cyan Cloud Sect for refining."

"If Shen Changsheng achieves Tier Two Pill Master status, the sect will invite him to be an Honored Guest Elder."

"Treat him well when he arrives. Remember, retrieve the pill furnace at seventy percent of the price."

Shopkeeper Hu instructed.

"Don’t worry, Uncle Hu, Yafei knows what to do."

Shopkeeper Hu glanced at the store, only a few cultivators, all at the Qi Cultivation Realm, not a single Foundation Establishment Realm.

He shook his head and hurriedly returned to the inner room.

After Shopkeeper Hu’s figure disappeared, Wei Yafei made a funny face, stuck out her pink tongue, then returned to the counter, staring blankly at the shop’s shadows, drowsy.

At this time, a figure in blue walked in.

Wei Yafei’s eyes lit up.

Isn’t this Shen Changsheng, the Foundation Establishment Loose Cultivator that Uncle Hu instructed to treat well?

Wei Yafei quickly stood up, showing a smile, cheerfully welcoming him.

Shen Xuan just entered the Divine Sword Pavilion.

A fragrant breeze swept through.

Wei Yafei hurried over.

The small waves on her chest were still trembling.

"Fellow Daoist Shen, you’re here."

"How’s your pill refining going?"

Wei Yafei asked with a playful smile.

"Not bad. Do you guys here recycle materials and spirit pills?"

Shen Xuan felt a bit embarrassed: "Bought too much last time."

He’s not lacking in spirit stones.

It’s just a habit of frugality.

High-quality materials and Tier One Spirit Pills, no need to waste.

"Fellow Daoist Shen, rest assured, our Divine Sword Sect highly respects Pill Masters. That pill furnace, Uncle Hu said it can be retrieved at seventy percent price, just to make friends."

Wei Yafei said with a smile.

However, just as those words finished.

She suddenly realized something was amiss.

"Fellow Daoist Shen, you’re not here to return the pill furnace?"

"Yafei didn’t hear wrong? You successfully refined pills and are here to sell spirit pills?"

Wei Yafei stared at Shen Xuan in surprise, her eyes full of doubt.

Just now, wasn’t it said by Uncle that Water Technique Alchemy is difficult?

In merely a month’s time.

This Foundation Establishment Loose Cultivator succeeded in Water Technique Refining, coming to the Divine Sword Pavilion to sell?

Seeing Wei Yafei’s expression, Shen Xuan smiled slightly, calmly nodded.

"You didn’t hear wrong. I’m here to sell Yellow Dragon Pills."

"How many?"

Wei Yafei’s heart shook fiercely.

Yellow Dragon Pill is a Tier One Top Grade Spirit Pill.

"Not many, just about two hundred."

"However, eighty are of average quality."

"This isn’t much?"

Wei Yafei’s small mouth opened wide in surprise.

After a while, she covered her mouth.

The next moment.

Wei Yafei swiftly ran to the inner room of the shop.

"Fellow Daoist Shen, please wait, I’ll go invite Uncle Hu!"

...

In the VIP room.

Wei Yafei was chased out.

Shopkeeper Hu personally brewed tea for Shen Xuan.

"Please have some tea, Pill Master Shen."

Shopkeeper Hu said with a smiling face.

"This is Mist Shadow Spirit Tea, grown in Tier Three Spiritual Land, quite precious."

"It’s said that this tea has a slight enlightening effect, helping cultivators increase a bit of perception."

Shen Xuan smiled: "Oh, so miraculous? Shen can taste it well!"

Taking a sip, the tea aroma seeped into the abdomen through the teeth, soothing the heart, bringing a slight peaceful, refreshing effect.

"Good tea!"

Shen Xuan exclaimed.

"Fellow Daoist Shen likes it, take a can back later!"

"How embarrassing!"

Shen Xuan waved to refuse.

"Such spirit tea is of great value, Shen doesn’t want to take advantage of others."

"Why be so courteous with old me, Fellow Daoist Shen! A mere can of Mist Shadow Spirit Tea, old me can still gift!"

"Then, many thanks to Shopkeeper Hu!"

After exchanging a few pleasantries, they entered the main topic.

"Pill Master Shen, I have been presiding here at Divine Sword Pavilion for years."

"Let me be straightforward. How is your success in refining the Yellow Dragon Pill, Pill Master Shen?"

"Eighty percent success rate, among them, average quality is about thirty to forty percent.

Shen Xuan straightforwardly responded.

Upon hearing this, Shopkeeper Hu nearly jumped.

With an intake of cold air.

On the opposite side.

Shen Xuan leisurely drank the spirit tea.

Shopkeeper Hu had a solemn face.

"Fellow Daoist Shen, would you consider joining Divine Sword Sect? I am willing to recommend you!"

Although only a Tier One Top Grade Pill Master.

But such a high pill success rate in such a short time.

Sufficiently proves this person’s talent in Alchemy Dao.

Moreover, an exceptionally rare Water Technique Alchemist.

The spirit pills refined by Water Technique Alchemist, the medicinal properties are more gentle, of same quality, the price can increase by ten percent.

Shopkeeper Hu subconsciously glanced at Shen Xuan leisurely drinking tea across, a touch of admiration and a bit of excitement rose in his heart!

If he can introduce such talent into the sect, surely he’d earn considerable merit rewards.

Furthermore, this person can become his network within the sect.

Mutual cooperation can earn a large amount of spirit stones.

"Sorry! Shen has special reasons, it’s inconvenient to join a sect."

"Ah!"

Shen Xuan’s refusal caught Shopkeeper Hu off guard.

The plan for wealth creation hasn’t even begun, and it’s gone.

Shopkeeper Hu sighed deeply.

"That really is a pity!"

Though unable to recommend into the sect.

Shopkeeper Hu still collected the materials and Yellow Dragon Pill at nine-tenths of market price.

Meanwhile, he sold one hundred sets of Spirit Gathering Pill materials at a ten percent discount.

Only charged Shen Xuan thirty-six thousand spirit stones.

Such deeds by Shopkeeper Hu would reduce the profit of Divine Sword Pavilion.

However, he regards this as a long-term investment.

Wishing to cooperate with Pill Master Shen long-term, first let him see his sincerity.

"Shopkeeper Hu, pleasant cooperation!"

"Pill Master Shen, pleasant cooperation!"

The two exchanged fist salutes.

When leaving, Shen Xuan seemed to suddenly recall something.

"By the way, Shopkeeper Hu, could you help inquire something?"