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Time passed slowly.

Another three years went by.

On this day, Chen Sheng, along with his concubines, opened a jar of Tiger Power Treasure Wine.

The cost of this jar of wine is not low, selecting the essence of a Qi Cultivation Perfection Exotic White Tiger.

Complemented with various Spiritual Medicines, the potency is fully released in a short period.

For a Body Refining Cultivator like Chen Sheng, it is considered a treasure medicine.

The moment the silk cover was pulled away, a strong aroma of wine filled the air!

After drinking, the girls' cheeks flushed.

Chen Sheng also felt a bit tipsy, his body hot, immediately pulling the girls to the bed, using the Joyful Cultivation Technique to quickly sober up and digest the medicinal power.

The next day.

Chen Sheng got up from the waterbed full of energy.

Feeling full of vigor, he quickly took out the Profound Iron Cold Furnace to begin today's body refining.

The practice chamber was filled with a chilling air!

Chen Sheng took a Top Grade Spirit Marrow, slowly circulating his cultivation technique, and soon his body appeared like cold jade, radiant with treasured light, indicating he was nearing perfection in his Body Refining Technique.

After an hour.

Chen Sheng finished his cultivation, the anomalies in his body faded.

He slightly smiled at the corner of his mouth:

"This jar of wine saved three months of arduous cultivation."

"In at most two months, I will achieve Tier One Body Refining Perfection, and then move on to Foundation Establishment."

"However, body refining treasures are hard to come by…"

Chen Sheng slowly pondered in his mind.

Such body refining treasures are available in the Sect Treasure Vault, requiring contribution points for exchange, but such treasures are rarer than equivalent Qi Refining treasures, and the exchange price is quite high.

Chen Sheng shook his head:

"The Sect Treasure Vault is only a last resort."

He sighed:

"Body Cultivation is like a gold-devouring beast, and resources for cultivation are hard to find, no wonder Qi Cultivation is the mainstream in this world."

This becomes even more evident at the Core Formation stage!

Core Formation Spiritual Objects are already scarce, and effective ones for Body Cultivators are nearly unheard of.

The Three Sects' Golden Core Ancestors have no Body Cultivators.

At this moment, a message arrived.

Chen Sheng's Spiritual Sense swept across it, and his eyes lit up.

"Speak of Cao Cao, and Cao Cao appears!"

...

A few days later, in the main hall of the Heart Inquiry Hall.

He Manlou entered the courtyard with a rosy complexion, accompanied by a robust elder dressed in a Cloud and Water Trigram Daoist Robe.

As the elder walked, the dust on the ground was undisturbed, his aura was extremely stable, subtly carrying a hint of Geng Metal Sharpness.

This person was none other than Wu Qingshan, the Grand Elder of the Xuan Ying Wu Clan, a Late-Stage Foundation Establishment Cultivator and a Tier Two Lower Grade Refiner.

The Xuan Ying Wu Clan is quite renowned.

Prosperous through generations!

The family's ancestral land, Xuan Ying Mountain, is rumored to have a Pseudo-Third Rank Spiritual Vein, several Tier Two Spiritual Ore Veins, as well as vast Spirit Fields and Clam Fields, forming the foundation of the clan's business.

The clan has seven or eight Foundation Establishment Cultivators.

The clan leader is even a Foundation Establishment Perfection powerhouse, a Tier Two High Grade Refiner, and the Vice Alliance Leader of the Artifact Alliance, well-connected and influential.

He Manlou warmly introduced:

"Brother Chen!"

"This is Elder Wu Qingshan, whose clan's Artifact Refining Workshop's 'Xuan Ying Thousand-Machine Box' is something all sect disciples hold as an honor!"

Chen Sheng cupped his hands in salutation:

"Elder Wu's reputation precedes him."

Wu Qingshan smiled warmly, his voice robust:

"Alchemist Chen is the one whose fame is widespread in the city."

"I am a few years older; if you do not mind, call me Brother Wu, and I will call you Brother Chen."

"The purpose of this visit, I believe Brother He has already discussed with you."

"I wonder what your thoughts are, Brother Chen?"

He was direct and straightforward, without the slightest hesitation.

Chen Sheng chuckled as he replied:

"Brother Wu is indeed forthright."

"I have no other objections to this matter, only the remuneration needs to be discussed."

He tapped the table with his fingers:

"Spirit Stones and Magical Artifacts, I currently do not lack."

"I have long heard of the renowned Qianyang Mother Fire, and I seek one strand of Child Fire."

Wu Qingshan frowned upon hearing this.

The Qianyang Mother Fire, a Tier Two Top Grade treasure, is the Wu Clan's prized treasure, with many uses, the most famous being the Child Fire.

One strand of Child Fire is produced every twenty years, a rare treasure of Tier Two Middle Grade, useful in both alchemy and artifact refining.

With this flame, the Wu Clan has solid connections in the Alchemy Alliance and Artifact Alliance.

Of course.

Chen Sheng values another benefit even more.

This flame can be used as a one-time refining item, with the effect of refining one's foundation for Body Cultivators.

It can assist in Physical Foundation Establishment, completing the Body Refining Fourth Layer, a true treasure!

The He Clan also has similar treasures, but in terms of efficacy and duration, they fall far short, unable to satisfy even their own clan.

Therefore, Chen Sheng did not consider the He Clan.

Seeing Wu Qingshan hesitate, He Manlou patted his shoulder and spoke with a smile:

"Brother Wu, Brother Chen is currently in the Qi Cultivation Realm and has this need, only exchanging for a strand of Child Fire."

"When he reaches the Foundation Establishment Realm, even if you give the Mother Fire to Brother Chen, it might not fulfill him."

His words were like a soft blade, but each cut to the point.

Chen Sheng's potential and current situation made the Child Fire seem precious.

Wu Qingshan's expression changed several times, quietly cursing He Manlou for getting a good deal while being sly; the He Clan could settle matters with Spirit Stones while the Wu Clan had to use such rare treasures.

However, Wu Qingshan understood the importance of timing, he pondered for a moment, figuring out where to obtain this strand of Child Fire, then looked at Chen Sheng, gritting his teeth:

"I agree to this matter."

"In a few days, I will deliver the Child Fire."

"Regarding the matter of lending seeds, I trouble Brother Chen to take care."

Upon hearing this, Chen Sheng's smile became more sincere, quickly assuring:

"Brother Wu is straightforward!"

"I have experience in organizing this matter!"

...

A few days later.

Ten Female Cultivators in matching Moon White Cloud Silk Dao Skirts entered the Heart Inquiry Hall, their hair elegantly coiled, with hairpins and rings made from the "Water Rhythm Jade," a special product of Xuan Ying Mountain.

All possessed exceptional looks.

Their temperaments varied from serene as the moon to strikingly valiant…

Each had a stable aura, all at Mid-stage Qi Cultivation or above, clearly having good aptitude.

This aligns with the Wu Clan's philosophy.

Excellent parents raise excellent offspring!

These Wu Clan Female Cultivators were prominent members of each branch, each with resources, wealthy and powerful, they directly purchased the Heart Inquiry Hall and the two adjacent cave dwellings.

These were connected to form a whole.

At this moment.

The newly rebuilt Heart Inquiry Hall had more abundant and majestic Spiritual Qi flowing inside, with an open and intricate layout, surrounded by Spirit Plants amid pavilions and corridors.

Chen Sheng was quite satisfied upon seeing it, finally not having to worry about the cave dwelling being too small to accommodate him.

Leading them was a Wu Clan Female Cultivator with eyes like a cold pool and Qi Cultivation Perfection, her figure graceful, exuding a cold and beautiful demeanor.

At this moment, she stepped forward and gracefully saluted Chen Sheng, who was leisurely admiring the view under the corridor, her voice clear and melodious:

"Wu Clan woman Lingshuang greets Lord Chen."

"This garden was remodeled by the clan's craftsmen overnight. Now that it's completed, we gift it to Lord Chen. If it disturbs in any way, please forgive us."

Wu Lingshuang's courtesy was thorough and flawless.

Presenting a cave dwelling worth tens of thousands upon meeting.

Truly a noble family style!

Chen Sheng smiled:

"How could it be a disturbance?"

"I should thank all the ladies for solving my concern of a cramped cave dwelling."

...

In the evening, in the practice chamber.

A sharp flame flickered at his fingertip.

It was the Qianyang Seed Fire!

Chen Sheng's eyes lit up:

"Two uses from one stone."

"First, absorb the aura of this flame to gain insight into my cultivation technique. After mastering Body Refining Perfection, use this flame for Physical Foundation Establishment."

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