Longevity: Start Farming with Entries-Chapter 306 - 288: Small Gathering

Three days later.

Qin Ming, having accepted the invitation, set off punctually towards Vast Sea Immortal City for the banquet.

When he arrived at the outskirts of the Immortal City, he found the entire city adorned with lanterns and festoons, presenting a festive atmosphere.

This must be to celebrate Master Nalan Xi’s breakthrough to the mid-stage of the Golden Core. The loose cultivators in the city spontaneously organized this citywide celebration for her.

This indirectly shows Master Vast Sea’s status among these loose cultivators.

Near the Immortal City, various Escape Lights shimmered in multicolored splendor, with cultivators coming and going in an endless stream.

Before Qin Ming even entered the city, he saw a bright blue Escape Light flying in from the direction of Vast Sea Peak, which steadily stopped before him.

As the Escape Light dispersed, the figure of a beautiful woman emerged. Nalan Xi displayed a slight smile on her face and gestured for him to proceed:

"Fellow Daoist Qin is here. The other Daoist friends have already arrived, please come in."

"Haha! Congratulations to Fellow Daoist Nalan on advancing to the mid-stage of the Golden Core, taking yet another step on the Immortal Path." Qin Ming also smiled, congratulating Nalan Xi.

He did not expect Nalan Xi to personally come out to greet him.

"I owe it to your Dust-annihilating Pill, Fellow Daoist Qin. Without it, reaching the mid-stage would still be a long way off," Nalan Xi said with a grateful expression.

With that, the two flew towards the top of Vast Sea Peak.

Below the Immortal City, many people witnessed this scene.

The cultivators began to discuss among themselves.

"The elder just now, wasn’t that Master Wangyue? To think the City Lord would personally come to greet him."

"Indeed, apart from Master Wangyue, who else could receive such a high level of reception?"

"I just saw Elder Wan of Profound Creek Valley arrive, and Master Vast Sea didn’t even come to greet him."

"This clearly shows the esteemed position Master Wangyue holds in the hearts of the Golden Core Ancestors!"

"..."

Amidst the mist-shrouded pinnacle of Vast Sea Peak, outside an ancient and elegant cave mansion.

Bamboo groves cast their shade, with streams gurgling, and the pavilions and towers arranged beautifully.

When Qin Ming and Nalan Xi arrived, three people were already seated within the pavilion, each emanating the aura of the Golden Core Stage.

Besides one whom Qin Ming didn’t recognize, the other two were old acquaintances of his—Wei Wuya of the Thunder Origin Sect, and Elder Wan of Profound Creek Valley.

Those invited by Master Nalan Xi for this small celebratory gathering were, naturally, all Golden Core Stage cultivators.

Together with Qin Ming, more than half of the Golden Core Stage in the Southern Wilderness Cultivation Realm were gathered here.

"Fellow Daoist Qin, I have long admired your name!"

"I am Luu Xiao from Wuu Country’s Beast King Valley. During your Golden Core Ceremony, I was unfortunately in seclusion and couldn’t personally attend to give my regards, a true regret!"

"Now that I see you today, Fellow Daoist Qin, you truly are young and promising. Surely, we must drink a few more cups together!"

An elder with a head full of silver hair, looking ancient yet with eyes sharp as a hawk, greeted Qin Ming warmly from beside Wei Wuya and Elder Wan.

Despite his wrinkled skin, his eyes gave one the impression of a vigorous elder.

Qin Ming quietly used the Divine Technique of the ’Yin Yang Profound Mirror’ to observe Luu Xiao, seeing that although his appearance was aged, inside his body, vibrant vitality filled the air, with at least more than a hundred years of lifespan left.

It appears he has also cultivated some longevity-extending cultivation technique.

"Fellow Daoist Luu is too kind. Thanks to Fellow Daoist Nalan, we now get to know each other, haha!" Qin Ming gave a faint smile and returned the greeting politely.

"Fellow Daoist Qin, long time no see!"

"Fellow Daoist Qin, please drink a few more cups later on."

Wei Wuya and Elder Wan also came over to greet Qin Ming.

In the cultivation realm, strength is revered. Ever since Qin Ming single-handedly eliminated two Golden Core members of the Lingyun Sect,

his status among the Golden Core circle rose swiftly, hence the Golden Core Ancestors from several countries treated him with considerable respect.

"Daoist friends, don’t all just stand there, please sit down to eat and drink."

Nalan Xi invited them to be seated.

Next, the city’s attendants served a table full of delicacies.

Nalan Xi took out a jar of Spirit Wine and lifted the seal, releasing a captivating and rich aroma of Jadescent Nectar.

The few ancestors present brightened up, their eyes glimmering.

"Haha! Let’s taste the Jade Qilin Wine brewed by Fellow Daoist Qin."

"This is just a humble offering, having spent no small price to acquire this jar from the Mirror Snow Pavilion."

Wei Wuya was naturally familiar with this Spirit Wine, considering it the finest brew in the Southern Wilderness Cultivation Realm.

"As expected, the Spirit Wine brewed by Fellow Daoist Qin excels in every aspect!"

"I am truly impressed," Elder Wan remarked.

Then, the five clinked their cups together and drank the Spirit Wine in their hands in one go.

Displaying an intoxicated expression.

"What remarkable wine!"

The clinking of cups followed, rounds of drinking passed.

Subsequently, Wei Wuya was the first to produce a brocade box, handing it to Nalan Xi and saying:

"This is a small gift from me, a Life Reviving Talisman, to congratulate Fellow Daoist Nalan on reaching the Golden Core mid-stage, may your Immortal Path be boundless."

The others, seeing Wei Wuya present such a high-end item,

although they maintained a calm exterior, were inwardly astonished.

The Life Reviving Talisman is a Tier Three Middle-Grade talisman, primarily used for protection.

As long as it’s not an instantly fatal injury, this talisman can heal most wounds in a short time and restore one to peak condition.

Its rarity is evident.

The intricacies of social interaction in the cultivation world were well arranged by him.

"Thank you so much, Fellow Daoist Wei." Nalan Xi’s eyes brightened as she accepted the gift with a beaming smile.

Next up was Elder Wan, who presented twenty pieces of High-Grade Spirit Stones and one piece of Tier Three Middle-Grade refining material.

Luu Xiao from Wuu Country’s Beast King Valley took out a delicate porcelain bottle and handed it to Nalan Xi, saying:

"Congratulations to Fellow Daoist Nalan on your great advancement in cultivation. This Tier Three Low-Grade Beast Soul Pill can enhance the cultivation of Spirit Beasts, a small token of my intentions."

They all knew that Nalan Xi had a Tier Three Spirit Turtle Beast Pet, so Luu Xiao’s congratulatory gift was quite fitting for her.

"Thank you, Fellow Daoist Luu."

Nalan Xi’s appearance showed rare cheerfulness, indicating her strong affection for her Beast Pet.

Next, it was Qin Ming’s turn.

Everyone’s attention focused on him.

The several ancestors were curious about what kind of gift Qin Ming would offer; after all, besides being a Tier Three Alchemy Grandmaster, his mastery in Spirit Plants was also noteworthy.

Good items were naturally not scarce.

Qin Ming appeared with a smile, calmly took out a delicate jade bottle, and handed it to Nalan Xi.

"Congratulations to Fellow Daoist Nalan on your great advancement in cultivation. This Longevity Fruit Pill is a token of my intentions."

High-Tier Longevity Pill!

Upon his words, the other Golden Core Ancestors held their breaths in astonishment!

The fame of Tier Three Middle-Grade Longevity Fruit Pills was known to them, though they had only heard of such a pill and never seen it, let alone consumed it.

It can extend lifespan by eighty years! Which Golden Core Ancestor wouldn’t yearn for it?

"This... Unexpectedly, within a short period, Fellow Daoist Qin has ascended to the Tier Three Middle-Grade Alchemy Grandmaster Realm!"

"This is truly worth congratulating!" 𝗳𝚛𝗲𝕖𝕨𝕖𝗯𝚗𝚘𝕧𝕖𝗹.𝗰𝗼𝕞

Once they snapped back to reality, they praised Qin Ming.

"Haha! I was merely lucky."

Even Nalan Xi accepted the jade bottle with heartfelt gratitude towards Qin Ming, visibly moved in her Heart Spirit.

Lifespan’s importance to her was self-evident.

"Fellow Daoist Qin, with such a generous gift, I express my sincere thanks!"

"If Fellow Daoist Qin needs anything in the future, feel free to ask."

The other ancestors looked at this scene with deep envy.

Qin Ming had refined four Longevity Fruit Pills this time. He consumed one, leaving three pills.

Excluding the one promised to Elder Yuheng, two pills remained; he thought of reciprocating a favor.

Back when Nalan Xi attended Qin Ming’s Golden Core Ceremony, she had gifted him with a lavish present, so his returning gift shouldn’t fall short.

With his gesture, Qin Ming’s status in their hearts soared considerably.

Even in the Great Jin’s Nascent Soul Sect, Alchemy Grandmasters capable of refining Tier Three Middle-Grade Spirit Pills were exceedingly rare.

Moreover, longevity-related pills are recognized as the most difficult high-tier pills to refine.

With the gift exchange completed, the Golden Core Masters present raised their cups and began to interact.

After all, these ancestors were usually occupied with sect affairs and rarely had opportunities like this to gather.

"By the way, Fellow Daoist Qin, after achieving the Golden Core, what are your plans?" Wei Wuya suddenly asked after putting down his wine cup.

"I heard you refused Lihuo Palace’s invitation. Are you really planning to cultivate tirelessly on Wangyue Island?"

Upon hearing this, Qin Ming pondered briefly before replying, "Yes, my initial plan was to travel across the Great Jin Immortal Dynasty, not only to gain knowledge but also to seek opportunities for Nascent Soul Formation."

"However, I heard Lihuo Palace is currently battling a formidable enemy. Now is not a good time to visit the Great Jin, so I temporarily set it aside."

"Therefore, next, I plan to travel across the four countries, though the timeline has yet been decided."

At this moment.

Luu Xiao from Beast King Valley cautiously raised his hand to cast a barrier before speaking, "Indeed, Fellow Daoist Qin is correct."

"Based on my information, the Upper Sect’s battle situation is extremely unfavorable. If it weren’t for our Southern Wilderness Cultivation Realm being too impoverished in resources, with few High-Tier Cultivators, and undesired by Nascent Soul Influences, we might have all been forcibly conscripted into the war."

"When immortals fight, the innocent suffer."

"Such examples throughout history are countless."

"Alas, for vassal cultivation realms like ours, it’s impossible not to comply with orders from Nascent Soul Sects."

"Luckily, Lihuo Palace hasn’t interfered in the affairs of the Southern Wilderness Cultivation Realm for thousands of years."

"Now, the ghost disaster in Liang Country is worsening."

"I hope the Upper Sect’s conflict is resolved soon. It’s indeed a turbulent time!"

The ancestors present showed rather somber expressions upon hearing this news.

If their subordinate sects became embroiled in Nascent Soul Sect wars, it would certainly not bode well.

After speaking, Luu Xiao seemed to notice the atmosphere wasn’t quite right for the day’s occasion.

Thus, he changed the topic, smiling as he said:

"Fellow Daoist Qin, if you visit Wuu Country, be sure to inform me. Beast King Valley will undoubtedly welcome you!"

"Liang Country awaits you too! Haha, though... now isn’t the best timing." Elder Wan responded with a bitter smile.

Qin Ming thanked them one by one. Then, after some contemplation, he addressed everyone present:

"Fellow Daoists, recently, Qin Ming acquired some information after slaying Duanmu Saint from Lingyun Sect."

"Decades ago, Jin Country had been infiltrated by the ’Primordial Demon Sect’ of the Six Demonic Sects, forming secret alliances, and their invasion of Wei Country was a long-planned scheme."

"Even the unsealing in the depths of the Tai Lake Ruins in Liang Country had their involvement."

"The Demon Sect has grand ambitions and must be vigilantly guarded against."

Qin Ming reminded the sect ancestors present.

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