Eternal Life from Talisman Painting

Lin Chang’an quickly waved his hand as he spoke. Although he is now a Core Formation Cultivator as well, and not weak in strength, he is not someone who casually courts trouble.

But that doesn’t necessarily mean he likes to provoke disputes.

As he said this, he did not forget to glance at Fairy Ni Chang.

However, Fairy Ni Chang seemed as if she had not heard, her head slightly lowered, her eyes calmly resting on the swirling steam of the tea, her cherry lips gently parted, exhaling lightly as if a spring breeze brushed the surface of a lake, soft and lingering.

This sight left Lin Chang’an speechless. This Spirit Tea seemed to be savored like a blooming flower.

Meanwhile, among the crowd, Meng Xinghai also had a smile on his face. Though he was clearly being excluded by Xu Lingfeng, a gentle smile lingered at the corners of his mouth.

Dressed in a green robe, with a handsome face and clear eyes, his demeanor gave a feeling of being bathed in the spring breeze when he spoke.

At the very least, when Lin Chang’an looked at him for the first time, his impression was favorable.

"Mr. Meng, your vast knowledge is truly eye-opening."

During the discussion among everyone, one had to admit one thing, which was that Meng Xinghai was indeed knowledgeable.

After all, residing in the Heaven-Reaching Mist Sea with parents who established a Core Formation Late Stage legacy, how could he not have some foundation?

Faced with Lin Chang’an’s praises, Meng Xinghai, a scholarly gentleman, humbly cupped his hands.

"Brother Lin, you are too kind. I am merely shining in my parents’ glory, nothing compared to you all."

He did not shy away from acknowledging the advantage of his family background.

The group enjoyed tea and discussed the Tao in the pavilion, talking about various strange and unusual events, as well as cultivation issues.

During this, Meng Xinghai spoke with elegance and broad knowledge.

Even Xu Lingfeng, who was extremely wary of Meng Xinghai, had to admit in his heart that this person was indeed not merely riding on the glory of his parents.

Until the discussion ended, and everyone cupped their hands to say goodbye, Fairy Ni Chang, however, slightly lowered her head, showing no sign of standing up.

Seeing this, Xu Lingfeng’s mind turned, and he showed a smile, cupping his hands to Meng Xinghai:

"Mr. Meng, today we’ve met as though we’ve known each other. Last time I didn’t really walk around Bibo Island much, let’s go together."

"Absolutely, indeed Brother Lin has walked all over Bibo Island for the Island Protection Array. Unlike us uncultured folks."

At this scene, Meng Xinghai did not get angry, but instead, gently smiled and cupped his hands, as if not noticing the intentions of the three.

"Then I will take you three to properly appreciate the scenery of Bibo Island."

Though smiling, a chill emerged in Meng Xinghai’s heart.

Don’t let me, the Young Master, find an opportunity!

...

Until everyone left, still sipping Spirit Tea in the pavilion, Fairy Ni Chang looked at Lin Chang’an and, without waiting for him to speak, slightly opened her lips and apologized:

"Mr. Lin, please don’t mind. Between the two forces on Bibo Island, a choice must be made eventually."

Given the two forces on Bibo Island, Lin Chang’an, as a Tier Three Array Master with decent strength, was naturally a target for recruitment.

As for neutrality? That would not please either side.

Neutrality also requires strength.

Lin Chang’an understood well. Being an Elder of the Profound Sound Pavilion and closer to the Seven Kingdoms Alliance, it also fit his interests.

"However, this Mr. Meng seems quite unusual."

Lin Chang’an slightly squinted his eyes. Though Meng Xinghai gave him a good impression, he always felt he was holding back.

Just like himself, naturally, he wouldn’t reveal his thoughts easily.

"This person’s deep schemes, although usually discreet, coupled with the prior actions of Mr. and Mrs. Meng, this does not fit the previous style of these two Daoists."

Fairy Ni Chang pondered for a moment, then finally set down the teacup, revealing a serious expression as she slowly voiced her suspicion.

Lin Chang’an was also startled upon hearing this.

"Daoist, are you implying that whether it was previously siding with True Monarch Lu or selling the Core Formation cultivators on the island to True Monarch Chi Huo, this person had a hand behind it all?"

If true, Lin Chang’an should indeed be more cautious.

This person’s ruthless methods are certainly not those of a simple character.

"Mr. Lin, are you familiar with my cultivation technique?"

Rarely did Fairy Ni Chang mention her cultivation technique, and upon hearing it, Lin Chang’an was taken aback, then solemnly said:

"Last time while healing you, I had some insight, but not specifically aware."

The two had fought alongside many times, plus having close contact during healing, he was only aware that Fairy Ni Chang practiced a Demonic Cultivation Technique related to the Divine Soul.

However, he didn’t know why she would reveal her cultivation technique.

"I practice the Six Desires Demon Skill!"

The calm voice of Fairy Ni Chang echoed, yet Lin Chang’an was shocked upon hearing it.

He could hardly be unaware of the fame of this technique, especially with the taboo records of it found in various Yin Soul Sect records.

The "Six Desires Demon Skill" is renowned as the first Demon Skill by righteous cultivators, a dreaded one among the Demonic Dao.

Legend has it that thousands of years ago, the Six Desires Demon Sovereign mastered this skill and became a legendary Divinity Transformation Cultivator, shocking the Immortal Cultivation Realm.

Though it’s a Demonic Cultivation Technique, it also restrains most demonic cultivators.

The common knowledge is that Demonic Cultivation Techniques are famous for rapid advancement and great power, but they also easily distort the cultivator’s mindset.

The means of the Six Desires Demon Skill to capture the mind could just restrain such mind-related deficiencies in demonic cultivators.

"Mr. Ni Chang, I didn’t expect you to cultivate this technique."

However, knowing Fairy Ni Chang’s cultivated technique, Lin Chang’an wasn’t envious at all, instead filled with seriousness and admiration.

Seeing Lin Chang’an’s gaze, Fairy Ni Chang simply smiled calmly.

"At the time, when the Sect was facing a crisis of annihilation, Ni Chang couldn’t stand by and watch. Only by cultivating this extremely powerful technique could I have the power for self-preservation."

On this point, Lin Chang’an clearly understood.

Back then in the Yue Kingdom, Profound Sound Pavilion was jointly attacked by Li Huo Palace and Divine Sword Sect, suffering massive losses leading to the brink of destruction.

At that time, Fairy Ni Chang had no choice.

"This technique is known in the Demonic Dao, but rarely practiced. It’s said that cultivators of this technique face doubled Heart Demons when forming a Nascent Soul!"

This is why it’s known as the first Demon Skill and called taboo.

Demonic cultivators inherently have strong Heart Demon Tribulations, and now it’s doubled.

Additionally, for a Core Formation cultivator to change to this technique, they must also face temptations of six desires from their hearts, easily plummeting into deviation.

Fairy Ni Chang, after her Core Formation, chose to change to this technique, evidently after careful deliberation.

"Fairy Ni Chang’s righteousness is admirable to Lin."

Now Lin Chang’an couldn’t help but feel emotional, as he never joined a sect, unable to comprehend Fairy Ni Chang’s feelings of growing up in one since childhood.

But this didn’t prevent his admiration for her.

Being a Celestial Spirit Root Cultivator inherently makes one a Nascent Soul seed, but for her sect, she chose this Demonic Cultivation Technique, not eliminating the path to Nascent Soul, yet losing all Celestial Spirit Root advantages.

Simultaneously, Lin Chang’an suddenly realized why Fairy Ni Chang once reminded him about tempering the state of mind on Celestial Spring Peak.

"With this technique, I can sense some malice or goodwill from fellow cultivators of the same tier."

Suddenly, Fairy Ni Chang looked at Lin Chang’an, her face blooming with a smile.

She sensed intense greed and malice from Meng Xinghai, which led her, combining existing information, to deduce that he probably intends to use her as a Furnace.

In contrast, this Mr. Lin has always maintained a steadfast Tao Heart, sensed only goodwill.

"The Six Desires Demon Skill, this Immortal Cultivation Realm is indeed fascinating. But I believe with your will, you will surely emerge reborn one day."

"Then I’ll take your word for it."

The two exchanged looks, both smiling.