Free Web NovelChapter 185: Chapter 182: Shen Tingchu Arrives Again
A Cultivator’s aptitude is determined by two things:
First, their Comprehension.
Second, the breadth and unimpeded flow of their Dantian Meridians, as well as their efficiency in utilizing the Spiritual Qi they absorb.
Shen Changchuan may not have been born with heaven-defying Comprehension,
but with his progress bar panel, he could advance one step at a time. Eventually, he would be able to grind all kinds of Magic to Perfection and continuously accumulate Cultivation Experience in various schools of thought. This would allow him to quickly grasp the Entry Level of any new Magic he practiced, and even master it to Perfection.
As for his Dantian Meridians and his Spiritual Qi absorption rate,
after being tempered and enhanced by the Cyan Essence Purifying Spirit Pill and the Earth Vein Spiritual Milk,
his aptitude in this regard had long surpassed that of other Cultivators by an immeasurable degree.
Looking at Shen Changchuan’s current aptitude,
it was safe to say he had already surpassed over 95% of the world’s Cultivators.
Furthermore, as he accumulated more Magic at the Perfection Level and his Cultivation Experience with them deepened, his innate talent for "Comprehension" would also be endlessly enhanced.
In the future,
his aptitude would likely surpass 99% of them!
This improvement in aptitude, while not immediately granting Shen Changchuan a corresponding increase in combat strength, had benefits that Shen Changchuan was clearly enjoying now.
The Purple Gold Pill, which used to take over ten days to process, could now be fully digested in just five.
His absorption rate of the Medicinal Power was also higher, significantly reducing waste.
This enabled him to reach the Eighth Layer Middle Stage Peak in one fell swoop after digesting two Purple Gold Pills.
Previously, Shen Changchuan had thought that cultivating to the Qi Introduction Ninth Layer might take a rather long time.
But now, it seemed that it might not be far off at all.
After the United Trade Team arrived in Qing City,
Shen Changchuan had originally planned to visit the Ten Thousand Spirits Pavilion to purchase a few powerful techniques, something on par with the Three-Thunder Shadow-Annihilating Sword.
But after some thought, he changed his mind.
’Since the Earth Vein Spiritual Milk resolved all the hidden dangers of my Cultivation, reshaped my body, and improved my aptitude, then from this new starting point, I’m about to enter a period of rapid advancement. With the time it would take to cultivate new Magic, I’m better off raising my Cultivation Realm as much as possible first.’
’In any case, for now, my Cyan Wood Sword Light and other Perfection Level High Tier Techniques are still more than enough.’
’In fact, until I advance to Soul Emergence, the Cyan Wood Sword Light is enough to cut down anyone who stands in my way.’
And so, Shen Changchuan abandoned the idea of delving deeper into new Magic.
He had Xiaofeng fly him directly back to Dawan Village.
Everything in Dawan Village was stable and normal.
Although he had been away often and hadn’t been there to oversee things,
it was clear that the reputation of the Tian Nan Shen Clan, combined with Dawan Village’s own strength, had been enough to deter any attacks.
This allowed Shen Changchuan to breathe a small sigh of relief.
"I never imagined that, by a stroke of luck, Dawan Village would become my main source of Immortal Cultivation Resources."
"The ways of the world are truly unpredictable!"
「In the Half-Mountain Courtyard」
Shen Changchuan stood high above, his gaze sweeping over Dawan Village below. The village had expanded several times over, with tall buildings and markets popping up one after another as it rapidly urbanized. A wave of nostalgia washed over him.
’It’s only been about a year. But I suppose this is normal. After all, I managed to catch a favorable wind, so to speak. A massive influx of outside Cultivators flooded the Border Desolate Forest seeking treasure, the only marketplace, Wu Family Collection, was closed, I have the backing of the great Tian Nan Shen Clan, and the merchant guilds have moved in...’
’This was the result of a chaotic backdrop, a confluence of many factors, a result born of pure chance.’
’And what I, Shen Changchuan, must do now... is to use this opportune moment to seize as much wealth as possible, then advance to the Soul Emergence Realm, and finally break free from all constraints to roam the world at my leisure!’
After composing himself,
Shen Changchuan, having returned to Dawan Village discreetly, had no intention of making his presence known.
Instead, he planned to enter secluded cultivation quietly, intending to first raise his Cultivation Realm as high as possible.
However, just then,
a secret visitor arrived,
forcing Shen Changchuan to put his plans on hold.
"Changchuan greets you, Senior."
Shen Changchuan said, bowing respectfully to the figure who had suddenly appeared in the courtyard.
"Good heavens, kid. I can’t believe it’s only been half a year, and you’ve already come this far!"
The visitor was none other than Shen Tingchu, whom he hadn’t seen in months.
His eyes swept up and down Shen Changchuan, and he couldn’t help but exclaim in amazement, his expression clearly showing a hint of astonishment and shock.
’The last time we met, wasn’t this kid only at the Qi Introduction Sixth Layer? It’s only been a few months, and he’s already at the Eighth Layer Middle Stage? And from what I recall, a little over a year ago when he left Tian Nan City for this place, he was merely at the Qi Introduction Third Layer! In just over a year, he’s actually reached the Qi Introduction Eighth Layer Middle Stage?!’
But that wasn’t what shocked him the most.
After all, with a sufficient supply of Elixirs, using every kind of Cultivation Elixir and Breakthrough Elixir available, an ordinary genius could also go from the Third Layer Peak to the Eighth Layer Middle Stage in a little over a year.
The problem was, taking too many Elixirs to cultivate would inevitably result in mottled Magical Power, tainted with the volatile nature of the Elixirs, and give a sense of being bloated and unstable.
This was a consequence of the immense Medicinal Power in the Elixirs; while it boosted one’s cultivation, it also tainted the Magical Power with the Elixirs’ own "fiery nature"!
A Cultivator would then need to spend a great deal of time painstakingly polishing this bloated, volatile "fiery nature"—constantly refining and smoothing it out to purge the impurities—before they could fully assimilate the surged Magical Power as their own.
But what was he seeing right now?
His Magical Power was abundant and solid, yet it seemed completely natural, containing faint wisps of Spirit Charm!
Magical Power like this was on par with, if not superior to, that of a Cultivator who trained arduously without any Elixirs at all!
"Good grief, you manage to shock me every time we meet."
"I wasn’t entirely certain before, but now, I’m positive. Within the next ten years, there will be a place for you among the clan’s Soul Emergence Realm Elders!"
Shen Tingchu said with deep emotion as he looked at Shen Changchuan.
His mind reeled with thoughts.
’This is undoubtedly a genius. A raw genius that the rest of the clan hasn’t discovered yet!’
’Based on his performance, there’s a high probability he’ll advance to the Soul Emergence Realm. If I invest in him early and build a good relationship, then when he reaches the Soul Emergence Realm, he will surely be a powerful ally!’
’On the Immortal Cultivation Dao, although strength reigns supreme, connections are also extremely important.’
Having reached the Soul Emergence Realm himself, Shen Tingchu understood this point very clearly.
’It seems I might need to increase my investment to win him over...’
A new thought quietly took root in Shen Tingchu’s mind.
