Longevity through Upgrading Buildings

Chapter 847 - 346: Ji Yuan’s First Battle, the Might of the Core Formation Elder Demon!

Brother Wen inviting me to join the Black and White Divine Hall?

Is this his own idea, or the intention of the Black and White Divine Hall?

Ji Yuan thought for a moment and made a decision in his heart; this is likely Brother Wen’s invitation. As for the Black and White Divine Hall... they have always been aloof, it’s unlikely they would invite an unknown individual like me.

"I can only appreciate Brother Wen’s kind offer."

Ji Yuan smiled somewhat apologetically.

"I am used to being free and unrestrained, and cannot bear being confined, so I can only decline Brother Wen’s good intentions."

"That’s nothing, I actually envy Brother Li for his freedom."

Brother Wen raised his wine cup to clink with Ji Yuan’s, contemplating in his heart... To not be tempted by the Black and White Divine Hall is not typical; either one already has some influence and doesn’t want to join another,

or as Tingtai Li said himself, doesn’t like to be restrained, although this possibility seems too unlikely.

Brother Wen would rather believe the former, which makes it seem that Li Changshou might really be from the Tingtai Li clan.

Soon, the feast was gradually brought to the table.

This Core Formation Cultivator hosting wouldn’t be careless, each dish not only was delicious, but also beneficial to cultivation.

Ji Yuan also tasted the delicacy Brother Wen mentioned.

It was actually the dragon tendon of a Tier Three Spirit Fish, with exquisite taste. More importantly, after eating, it also increased cultivation slightly, which was indeed rare.

According to the restaurant owner when serving, this dish, named "Progressing by Steps," was available only once every ten days.

All these details highlighted the rarity of Brother Wen’s feast.

After eating and drinking their fill, the two became more familiar with each other, and their conversation turned more genuine, no longer filled with overly formal pleasantries.

Brother Wen also mentioned that Ji Yuan could ask him for help if needed.

"Speaking of which, there is indeed something I might need Brother Wen’s assistance with."

Ji Yuan took the opportunity, albeit smiling somewhat embarrassedly while saying this.

"Oh? What is it? Brother Li, feel free to tell me."

Brother Wen didn’t mind at all.

Having someone ask for your help is a good thing. Favors are about reciprocity, and with time, this will lead to familiarity.

"Nine Yao Stones."

Ji Yuan didn’t beat around the bush and stated it directly.

"Oh? Brother Li needs the Nine Yao Stones?"

Brother Wen’s eyebrows furrowed subconsciously upon hearing this immortal material.

Not knowing how easy it is to obtain, but judging from his reaction... it seems difficult to get.

"I need two pieces to refine my Lifebound Magical Treasure, but it’s fine. If Brother Wen finds it difficult, I’ll think of another way."

Ji Yuan did not insist and spoke the truth.

For him, this matter was more like taking a chance whether it bore fruit or not.

"It’s not that."

Brother Wen waved his hand, smiling freely: "Since it is needed for refining Brother Li’s Lifebound Magical Treasure, I will certainly help you acquire it."

"This..."

Ji Yuan was somewhat delighted, but still said, "If it’s too troublesome for Brother Wen, let it be. Having befriended Brother Wen is already my fortune."

"Brother Li, you are being too polite."

Brother Wen said with a hearty laugh: "For outsiders, this item is indeed hard to get, but for us at the Black and White Divine Hall, it is not too difficult, just requires some resources."

"If there’s anything needed, just send me a message, Brother Wen."

If these Nine Yao Stones could be obtained, then the materials to upgrade the Celestial Craft Square would only lack the final Frostfire Lotus.

"Alright, then Brother Li, just keep an eye on the messages."

Since Brother Wen agreed to help obtain these Nine Yao Stones, regarding the Frostfire Lotus... Ji Yuan wouldn’t ask for it now.

Moreover, even if he wanted to ask, now isn’t the time.

He must at least wait until Brother Wen procures those Nine Yao Stones before talking about it.

After discussing this matter, the two indulged in casual conversation about various topics, and only then did Ji Yuan stand up to take his leave.

Brother Wen graciously tried to persuade him to stay a bit longer, but then they parted ways.

As Ji Yuan rarely went out, he strolled around the east district of West Border City for a few days before returning to his Cave Mansion.

However, upon returning, he received a message from Liu Yuan saying that his friends had all returned to West Border City.

He asked if Ji Yuan had time to meet.

Ji Yuan naturally agreed.

Three days later, Ji Yuan met Liu Yuan and his Core Formation friends in the south district.

A pair of a man and a woman with a rather subtle relationship.

The man known as "Zhenren Jinghong," quite handsome, gave off the vibe of a mature man in his prime.

In terms of cultivation, he was at Mid-stage Core Formation.

The woman known as "Kunyu Zhenren," in contrast, had only a mild appearance, but seemed to have a good nature, always smiling whenever Ji Yuan looked at her.

Her responses were consistently prompt, too.

She was at Early-stage Core Formation, but with a long and stable aura, which Ji Yuan speculated she might be close to a breakthrough.

Another was the Loose Cultivator known as "Cyan Furnace Wanderer," also a Pill Cultivator, appeared like an elderly man of fifty or sixty.

His cultivation was also at Mid-stage Core Formation; according to Liu Yuan’s introduction, this Cyan Furnace Wanderer was quite well-known among Core Formation Cultivators in West Border City.

Many would seek his services for alchemy.

Moreover, Liu Yuan mentioned that inviting Cyan Furnace Wanderer was meant to give Ji Yuan a surprise.

A surprise?

Ji Yuan instinctively felt it was likely related to the Frostfire Lotus, as this item was an exceptional alchemy ingredient.

Now Liu Yuan invited a Pill Cultivator friend and spoke of a surprise at this time, and Ji Yuan, pondering over it, thought only of the Frostfire Lotus as the possibility.