Easy Way of Cultivation: Power Harvesting

Wei Fan sat back down, and Gu Qingshan curiously looked at Zhou Shen, wondering what else he had to discuss with Wei Fan.

Zhou Shen leisurely took a sip of tea, "It’s nothing too crucial, just some news about the follow-up Cultivation Technique for the Golden Bell Shield you offered a bounty for."

News about the follow-up Cultivation Technique for the Golden Bell Shield?

Wei Fan couldn’t help but feel delighted, even more than obtaining a Martial Emperor Technique. From the first time he noticed changes in the Golden Bell Shield, he had been yearning for the follow-up Cultivation Technique, and today there was finally news.

Gu Qingshan stared at Wei Fan, "You’re the one who spent five hundred thousand Spirit Crystals, offering a bounty for the Golden Bell Shield across the entire Eastern Domain. Why spend so much on such a low-level Martial Arts?"

After issuing the bounty, Wei Fan hadn’t paid attention to its impact within the Demon Hunter Organization, as he was constantly on the move. But the bounty caused a huge stir within the organization. Five hundred thousand Spirit Crystals is no small amount; even a Cultivation Technique that takes you from the True Qi Realm to the Saint Realm might only auction for one to two million Spirit Crystals.

The Golden Bell Shield, a Martial Arts only practiced by those at the lower levels, warranted such a high bounty. Many Demon Hunters speculated about who spent so much to offer a bounty for such a Martial Arts.

Moreover, the bounty stated that the five hundred thousand Spirit Crystals wasn’t the final price, indicating that other terms might be negotiable if this amount wasn’t satisfactory.

Even a Great Saint like Gu Qingshan couldn’t help but take note of this situation. It was unexpected that Wei Fan was the one offering the bounty, considering that even for him, five hundred thousand Spirit Crystals isn’t trivial.

"Just offering it for fun, got too many Spirit Crystals with nowhere to spend them."

Wei Fan rolled his eyes, unable to explain further.

These people, if they knew he had developed something terrifying from the Golden Bell Shield, a power rivaling the so-called Imperial Soldiers, they might be willing to offer their entire fortune for it.

"So, does the other party have any additional requirements?"

Zhou Shen nodded, "Indeed, the other party is in Jiangzhou, but they don’t want Spirit Crystals. They want you to meet with them in person."

Wei Fan frowned slightly. Refusing Spirit Crystals might mean they don’t care for such a small amount, or they may have other needs, or it might involve secrets about the Golden Bell Shield. If it’s the latter, that could be troublesome.

But it didn’t matter much. Apart from the Ten Thousand Spirits Bell, Divinity-Sealing Seal, Divine Silkworm Nine Transformations, Nine-Nine True Skill, and Five Emperors Fist, he’d be willing to copy the Scripture of the Three Emperors for the other party. He also had some Holy Skills.

If an exchange is possible, do so; if not, continue to wait. Since someone still possesses the follow-up Cultivation Technique for the Golden Bell Shield, it’s unlikely only one person has it. Worst case, after reaching the Main Hall in Holy City, he can increase the bounty and spread it across the entire Five Great Domains.

"If you’re willing to negotiate with them, I’ll notify the Demon Hunter Sub-Hall in Jiangzhou to contact the other party. You and Li Jianchen, on your way to Holy City, will pass through Jiangzhou, where you can meet with them without much delay."

Wei Fan nodded. That arrangement was perfect, without delaying the trip to Holy City.

"Old Zhou, please help me contact them. I will go meet them in person."

He thought for a moment, then took out the Communication Jade Token and ledger he acquired in the Black Netherworld and handed them to Zhou Shen.

Zhou Shen took them, looking at Wei Fan with curiosity, "What are these?"

"I accidentally stumbled upon the Black Netherworld’s lair in Beiding Continent, killed their Killing Saint Elder, and wiped out the place. These are ledgers and a Communication Jade Token I found on him. I think they might be useful to you."

The ledger records countless assassination missions undertaken by the Black Netherworld over the years. Among those killed, many were members of the Demon Hunter Organization, turning numerous cases into unsolved mysteries. Though the members of the Black Netherworld were slain by him, those who hired assassins should also be dealt with.

Since he’s leaving Beiding Continent, he might as well hand these over to the Demon Hunter Organization.

"What, you destroyed the Black Netherworld’s branch in Beiding Continent?"

Zhou Shen and Gu Qingshan stood up in astonishment. To the Demon Hunter Organization, Black Netherworld was also considered a Demon, a target to be struck down. However, the Black Netherworld’s secrecy made it impossible for even the Demon Hunter Organization to find them.

The Demon Hunter Organization usually doesn’t intervene in Jianghu grievances. Even if hundreds or thousands are killed, as long as it’s not used for cultivation, the organization won’t interfere. But Black Netherworld is treated as a Demon due to the countless evil deeds they have committed over the years.

Indeed, in some ways, the Black Netherworld is no different from Demons. Demons devour people to enhance their cultivation, while the Black Netherworld kills not for Spirit Crystals or resources, but rather to prove themselves in the Killing Dao, which is akin to using human lives for cultivation, not much different from those practicing Demon Skills.

They never imagined that Wei Fan didn’t just eliminate open forces like Celestial Profound Sect and Fire Cloud Cave, but even wiped out a branch of Black Netherworld. Even in revenge, Black Netherworld couldn’t escape, which is truly terrifying.

The two looked at Wei Fan in shock, unsure whether he genuinely stumbled upon the Black Netherworld’s lair or if there was an extremely formidable intelligence network behind him.

"Useful, extremely useful!"

Zhou Shen’s face was full of joy. With this account book, they could settle some old scores now.

Currently, the demon fiends in Beiding Continent were mostly suppressed, and barring any unexpected events, the human race in Beiding Continent would be stable for several hundred years. With external forces dealt with, it was exactly the time to focus on cleaning up internal corruption, and this account book would be the best breakthrough point.

"For this merit, you can obtain a few top-notch Holy Skills."

Zhou Shen said, "Now at the Sub-Hall, I can still take care of you a bit. Once you reach the Main Hall, even if I want to look after you, I can’t. In the future, use your merits there to exchange for cultivation resources. As for those Cultivation Techniques you’re fond of, I’ll make the decision today and grant them to you."

Wei Fan was delighted, such a good thing: "Thank you, Elder Zhou."

Speaking of favored Cultivation Techniques, it’s mainly about Condensing Dao in the Saint Realm, and the speed of Condensing Dao is related to the Great Dao one perceives.

The broader the involvement between one’s own Dao and the Great Dao, the faster the condensation of Dao would be. Although one could increase understanding of new Great Dao, this method is time-consuming and laborious, unlike cultivating techniques which is quicker.

Every Holy Skill reflects the Dao the creator has perceived. Cultivating their methods is a process of understanding their perceived Dao, much more convenient than comprehending it by oneself.

Zhou Shen laughed heartily, "Although you come from the Wilderness, it’s now under the jurisdiction of Beiding Continent. You are considered a part of Beiding’s lineage. Once you grow, if there are any difficulties in Beiding’s lineage, would you really turn your back?

The other continents do the same; if a prodigy is selected as a Town Territory Envoy, they are provided with ample Cultivation Techniques, supporting the prodigies that emerge from their locality.

You shouldn’t feel guilty or think you owe me something. Just assist whenever Beiding’s lineage encounters difficulties in the future."

While it’s true that the Demon Hunter Headquarters in the Holy City manages all affairs related to combating demon fiends in the Eastern Domain, many times, even if your region lacks manpower and you request assistance from the Headquarters, it doesn’t mean they’ll send experts over.

In all the Five Great Domains, manpower is scarce everywhere, but with our own people in the Headquarters, things become much easier. Even if we can’t obtain experts from the Headquarters, our own people can still bring in experts for support.

Wei Fan shook his head, "Of course not, if Beiding Continent is in trouble, I will return even without being asked."

Gu Qingshan glared at Zhou Shen: "Old man, don’t play around. It’s quality over quantity when it comes to Cultivation Techniques. Learning too many things and getting entangled with too many Great Daos is not a good thing. Wei Fan still doesn’t know which path to take right now. If he messes around now, it will be very troublesome when he later tries to break through to the Martial Emperor, which is not the same as you, since you’ve stopped at the Saint Realm.

He’s aiming to break through to the Emperor Realm or even higher in the future, and must think long-term. Don’t let present convenience affect future Dao paths."

It’s true that the more one’s Dao involves with the Great Dao, the faster the speed of Condensing Dao, but if there weren’t any drawbacks, why would Li Jianchen only let his Dao involve with the Sword Dao? He understands that the more Great Daos one comprehends, the faster one’s Dao condenses.

The reason is related to the path to take during Martial Emperor Realm.

While a broader involvement of Dao speeds up Condensing Dao, it could potentially affect breaking through to the Martial Emperor Realm in the future, thus becoming a loss instead of a gain.

Zhou Shen broke into a cold sweat: "I hadn’t considered this carefully, forgetting that prodigies like him need to worry about the Martial Emperor Realm."

Gu Qingshan looked at Wei Fan: "Stop thinking about Main Cultivation Techniques for now. When you reach the Headquarters, there will be Emperor Level Heart Methods for you to cultivate.

As for Martial Techniques, your current techniques seem sufficient. Eight Desolates and Six Harmonies Demon Suppression Fist, Four Symbols Heaven-Sundering Slash, and Mountain and River Seal are all top-notch Martial Techniques, and even in Beiding Continent’s Skill Library, it’s hard to find techniques that match these three. There’s no need to learn more for now.

You don’t have a clear path for the future yet; don’t waste your energy on Martial Techniques. Wait until you reach the Great Saint Realm, when you have a clear decision for your future path, and then learn more Martial Techniques, unless it’s unparalleled Martial Arts like the Five Emperors Fist."

Wei Fan nodded; he hadn’t realized this before. It turns out that once reaching the Saint Realm, solely pursuing the speed of Condensing Dao isn’t always beneficial, as it could affect the choice of "path" when breaking through the Martial Emperor Realm in the future.

Gu Qingshan continued: "I’ve noticed from your battles, although you’re Body Ascended to a Saint, you haven’t practiced any Body Refining Martial Technique and are only using Martial Techniques of the Primordial Spirit path, failing to unleash the true power of your Holy Body."

"Does the Hall Master have any Body Refining Martial Arts to recommend?" Wei Fan’s interest was piqued.

He indeed didn’t possess a Body Refining Martial Technique; even the Great Sun Shattering Fist wasn’t purely a Body Refining Martial Technique, and was a Martial Technique with its heritage stopping at Martial Venerable. The Four Symbols Heaven-Sundering Slash and the Eight Desolates and Six Harmonies Demon Suppression Fist have nothing to do with Body Refining, unable to unleash the true power of his body when used.

He always had a premonition that the Nine-Nine True Skill was evolving into a terrifying Martial Technique, but even after refining it to fifty-seven diagrams and his body becoming a Saint, this evolution process hadn’t resulted in a new technique, seeming to continue its sublimation with the ultimate kill move yet to emerge.

"You wouldn’t be suggesting Wei Fan cultivates the Nine Dragons Nine Elephants Skill, would you?" Zhou Shen suddenly said.