Eternal Life from Talisman Painting

Chapter 626: Chapter 314: First Secret Realm of the Demon Beast Abyss

Celestial Spring Peak.

"I must congratulate Mr. Lin in advance; you’ve astonishingly achieved Tier Three Middle Grade in the path of array formations. This time, I come bearing a grand opportunity for you, Mr. Lin."

Inside the pavilion, Lin Chang’an served Spirit Wine and Spiritual Vegetables to entertain Master Tan.

However, with a face full of smiles, all Master Tan spoke of were grand opportunities, causing Lin Chang’an quite a headache.

He dreaded such opportunities mentioned by outsiders, for if they weren’t traps, they were fraught with peril.

Otherwise, if it truly were such a grand opportunity, how could it fall upon him?

"Mr. Tan, you know, Lin is merely a Loose Cultivator with limited strength, truly not adept in combat."

Raising his wine cup, Lin Chang’an wore a look of embarrassment, cutting the other off before he could speak, claiming his lack of strength.

The implication was clear: even if there were any opportunities, it was best not to bring them up.

Lin was just a Loose Cultivator seeking to cultivate peacefully.

Unexpectedly, upon hearing Lin Chang’an’s words, Master Tan not only didn’t take offense, but instead lifted his wine cup with a broad smile and downed it, then laughed heartily:

"Mr. Lin, you’re overthinking. Since I dare to come, I’m confident Mr. Lin won’t refuse, and this opportunity requires not your combat skills but your expertise in arrays."

"Array formations!?"

Lin Chang’an silently breathed a sigh of relief; if it was merely about arrays, that would be easy to discuss.

But judging by the other’s attitude, it seemed likely they had discovered a Secret Realm or a relic requiring his skills.

Countless thoughts flashed through his mind, and it wasn’t easy to refuse.

Under the circumstances, if the invitation was to solve arrays at a relic, he could just focus on that and then withdraw.

Forsake any benefits, and the other party surely couldn’t impede his departure.

On this thought, Lin Chang’an hesitated slightly but finally nodded, gritting his teeth:

"If that’s the case, Mr. Tan may speak freely. Lin promises not to seek any benefits this time, but I’ll only handle breaking the array; I won’t involve myself with any relics..."

Seeing Lin Chang’an in this manner, Master Tan burst into laughter.

Indeed, Mr. Lin was exceptionally cautious, preferring to forsake all benefits rather than take unwarranted risks.

That, he could understand—these Loose Cultivators were exceedingly cautious, yet when the moment of truth came or their lifespan waned, they were recklessly fierce.

It summed up in one phrase: Loose Cultivators shouldn’t be aggrieved; if aggrieved, ensure to eliminate them.

Otherwise, these Loose Cultivators bore grudges above all else.

Facing forces beyond their reach, nearing life’s end with nothing to lose, they’d resort to wild antics.

"Rest assured, Mr. Lin, it’s not I who invite you, but the Sixth Elder of Bihai Palace..."

When Master Tan mentioned the Sixth Elder of Bihai Palace with a full smile, Lin Chang’an’s face changed repeatedly.

"I’m merely a Core Formation Cultivator, skilled somewhat in arrays, yet how do I compare with the foundation of Bihai Palace? Mr. Tan, please don’t jest."

Upon learning it involved a Nascent Soul Cultivator, Lin Chang’an’s face turned pale.

He was well aware of his own abilities.

Moreover, the foundation of Bihai Palace, let alone a Tier Three Array Master; even Tier Four they would surely possess.

How could it possibly come to him; something must be amiss.

Seeing Lin Chang’an’s anxious appearance, Master Tan realized the misunderstanding and began explaining with a smile and a wave.

Once Master Tan clarified, Lin Chang’an’s expression shifted several times.

"It’s the first Secret Realm of the Demon Beast Abyss, where the Sixth Elder will require five Tier Three Upper Grade Array Masters, and they can’t be weak!"

After hearing, Lin Chang’an became numb.

"Mr. Lin, though this Secret Realm is famed as the first in the Demon Beast Abyss and exceedingly dangerous, as long as you don’t enter the final layer of the Secret Realm, you’ll discover.

It’s not that perilous, plus our Bihai Palace will have Nascent Soul Cultivators entering for protection..."

Listening to Master Tan, Lin Chang’an fell silent; but wouldn’t that make it equally perilous?

Protection by Nascent Soul Cultivators didn’t equate to safety, it rather confirmed the Secret Realm’s deadly nature.

"Mr. Lin, it’s been over fifty years now at Celestial Spring Peak, hasn’t it? The century-long term isn’t far off."

Apparently noticing Lin Chang’an’s discomfort, Master Tan realized the core issue, revealing an awkward smile.

He’d been too carried away, forgetting Mr. Lin wasn’t part of Bihai Palace; just a Loose Cultivator, unlikely to risk for them.

Master Tan then shifted topics while drinking, glancing toward the picturesque Celestial Spring Peak.

Lin Chang’an naturally heard his implication: after forming his Core, he signed a century-long Spirit Contract with Bihai Palace.

After a hundred years, Celestial Spring Peak would naturally not belong to him any longer.

"Mr. Lin, with determination as firm as yours, a willingness to reincarnate and cultivate anew, I was deeply moved upon hearing. It’s precisely for this reason I believe Mr. Lin won’t forfeit this chance."

"If Mr. Lin agrees, we have detailed Tier Three Array legacy records, as well as internal privileges from Bihai Palace.

You must be familiar with the Baoguang Pavilion in Sea Abyss City; rare resources aren’t open to outsiders..."

With a full smile, Master Tan began mentioning benefits, then tapped the storage bag, producing a Jade Scroll.

"Of course, regardless of whether Mr. Lin agrees or not, Bihai Palace is willing to befriend Mr. Lin. The Sixth Elder, having heard of you, is particularly appreciative."