Rising from Small Cloud Rain Technique

"Hmm, it’s not too harsh, but I probably won’t stay here for ten years."

Ji An said earnestly, as long as he comprehends the Divine Intent of Earth-Born Gold, he has no plans to linger here.

Judging by the time he has understood Fire Generates Earth and Gold Generating Water, comprehending Earth-Born Gold shouldn’t be difficult, because his accumulation is profound, and all he needs is an opportunity.

Wey Xianglin was stunned; he didn’t expect the negotiation to hit an impasse at the first step.

"When does the senior plan to leave?"

"It’s hard to say. You know I’m a Western Continent cultivator, and I came to this place to comprehend the Five Elements Mutual Birth Divine Intent. Once I’ve achieved that, I’ll leave."

Wey Xianglin remained silent. Unlike most talisman makers, this person still has significant room for improvement on the Immortal Path.

Compared to a breakthrough in the Great Realm, the allure of a talisman-making inheritance is not as compelling.

"Senior, you are the talisman maker I admire the most, and I really want to cooperate with you, but I must comply with the family’s requirements.

How about this, in a few days, I will return to the family to report the situation, and I will inform the patriarch about your conditions."

Ji An nodded slightly and said:

"If cooperation is reached, how can I obtain the complete inheritance?"

This is his primary concern; simply drawing a Spirit Stabilizing Talisman does not excite him that much.

"The inheritance contains Tier Three level knowledge, and you’ll need to exchange for it with Tier Two Top-Grade Materials, or purchase it with top-grade Spirit Stones.

If you choose the Spirit Stones, be prepared to pay a considerable premium."

"If I buy with Spirit Stones, what’s the price?"

Compared to using Tier Two Top-Grade Materials, he leans towards purchasing with Spirit Stones.

Wey Xianglin held up two fingers, "Eighty top-grade Spirit Stones."

"The inheritance is said to have Tier Three knowledge, but it’s not complete. There’s no method for drawing Tier Three talismans.

Eighty top-grade Spirit Stones! You might as well go rob! Lower the price a bit, and I might consider."

Ji An bargained, knowing that the price of purchasing an inheritance isn’t fixed and depends on demand.

He’s quite tempted as he learned from a Middle Continent cultivator’s merchant flying ship that there is a method for drawing Tier Three talismans, but no method for making Tier Three Talisman Paper.

Wey Xianglin shook his head, "The price is set by the patriarch, who explicitly told me not to accept haggling."

Knowledge inheritance absolutely can’t be sold cheap; these were the patriarch’s words.

Ji An gritted his teeth, realizing the seller’s market puts him at a disadvantage. He can still accept the price of eighty top-grade Spirit Stones, given his genuine interest.

However, "no haggling" sounded rather unpleasant.

"Alright, you’ve won.

If I qualify for purchase, please be prepared.

Also, when you report to your patriarch, please test my talismans."

Ji An took out a Fire Dragon Talisman, Profound Armor Talisman, and Earth Escape Talisman, placing them on the desk.

To secure cooperation, he needed to showcase his skills; strength is respected no matter the world.

Wey Xianglin nodded solemnly and said,

"Senior went to great lengths. I will definitely explain to the patriarch your contributions to the shop, and will also elaborate on the relationship between our young master and you."

The attitude of the other party clearly proves he’s a cultivator willing to pay the price.

The price of eighty top-grade Spirit Stones is, in his view, not cheap. Many talisman makers might not be willing to spend it because it’s often unnecessary.

The talisman’s scope of application is small, and without the backing of a force, it’s difficult to realize the refinement of Tier Three Talisman Paper.

...

Ji An left Wey’s Treasure Talisman Shop and returned to the grotto mansion.

A familiar face stood at the door, a clerk from Guu Tai’s shop.

The clerk saw him from afar, ran over quickly, and cupped his hands in greeting:

"Senior, on the master’s orders, I invite you to the shop. The materials are gathered and need you to confirm the refining plan."

"Haha, I’ve been waiting for this day for a long time, let’s go!"

Ji An felt delighted inside; once the Spirit Armor was delivered, his defense would be at max level.

With the Mixed Gold Profound Armor Spell and Pan Mountain Technique, the Daoist Robe and Spirit Armor, Wuji Xinghuang Banner, plus physical defense comparable to Chao Origin Stage Demon Beast, he had confidence to face any cultivator of the same tier.

This is called "being armed to the teeth." Once he acquires the Body-Stabilizing Talisman, he will have a 360-degree defense without blind spots.

A classic saying from previous gaming experiences is that you must survive to deal damage; he deeply agreed.

Insufficient firepower causes insecurity, and too fragile a frame is even more unsettling.

He rarely ventured into the wild, but possessing such formidable defense was crucial for when it was needed.

Ji An unleashed his long-unused Wind Control Technique, sprinting like the wind, while the clerk gritted his teeth to keep up.

It’s not that he’s harsh; this technique can only be applied to oneself.

Upon reaching Divine Fire Street’s shop, the clerk plopped on the ground, gasping like an ox.

"Little Zhang, you, take the senior inside to find the master."

He was merely a Ninth-Layer Qi Cultivation junior cultivator, fatigued from the sprint, feeling his throat burn like smoke, with painful fiery breathing.

Ji An tossed a Middle-grade Spirit Stone, "It’s been hard keeping up, take this as a reward."

The clerk caught the Spirit Stone, grinning widely:

"Thank you, senior."

Suddenly, he felt his throat less sore, his body revitalized with strength.

Ji An followed the clerk to the Earth Fire Chamber, where Guu Tai had waited patiently. After brief pleasantries, they got down to business.

"The regular Celestial Soaring Armor is half-armor, protecting only the upper body, but it can be made into full-body armor. Do you have this need, friend?"

Ji An’s eyebrows raised; isn’t this the Immortal Realm’s version of Iron Man?

"Even if I want to refine full-body armor, do you have the materials, friend?"

This should have been communicated earlier, bringing it up now seems late.

"Haha, it doesn’t affect us, as it’s inherently Spirit Armor, split into several components. Most cultivators simply choose the chest armor.

We prioritize refining the chest armor. If needed, we can custom-make leg armor and head armor.

If you’re willing to purchase full-body armor, I’ll continue procuring materials."

"I see, if only refining half-armor, how long will it take?"

"Two months, because refining involves many processes."

Guu Tai replied, though this was partly due to being overwhelmed with orders.

"Then let’s first refine the half-armor, after delivery, I’ll decide whether to make other components."

He had to sit down and test the defense of Tier Two Top-Grade Spirit Armor. If the effect was satisfactory, he’d opt to refine other parts.

"Of course, during this time, I’ll continue stockpiling materials, so when you place an order, I can proceed with refining immediately.

If you’re not planning on refining, the materials could still be used for crafting Spirit Armor for others."

Guu Tai understood the other party’s concerns, though he was confident in his craftsmanship.

Next, he began measurements; the Celestial Soaring Armor is tailored to fit closely, with the chest armor including arm protection.

He needed to create a physical model for the customer, accounting for every circumstance to avoid impeding movements.

"Friend, observe my actions, move your body a little.

Yes, just like that, hold it."

Half an hour passed, and he compiled a series of data.

"It’s done, mission accomplished.

You need to pay an additional one hundred and fifty top-grade Spirit Stones, and settle the remaining balance upon refining completion."

Because spirit armor is custom-made, it’s challenging to resell, hence the additional fee.

Ji An took out Spirit Stones and handed them over, asking:

"How much for leg armor and face armor?"

"Leg armor needs two hundred top-grade Spirit Stones, while face armor only needs forty."

Ji An took a sharp breath, "Adding it up, a full set of armor requires five hundred top-grade Spirit Stones?!

Moreover, if the armor is damaged, must I rely on you to repair it?"

His Wuji Xinghuang Banner cost only two hundred top-grade Spirit Stones and could protect nearby allies.

"Haha, quality matches the price, friend; what you’re custom-ordering is a Top-Grade Spiritual Artifact, which can be kept in the Dantian for nurturing."

Guu Tai paused and said proudly,

"The Earth Element Spirit Armor has a pinch of Transforming Essence Divine Mud. Unless it’s a catastrophic destruction, ordinary penetration or cutting damage can be self-repairing as the Spirit Armor is nurtured."