201: Chapter 200 The Token of Qingyun Tower

The primary task was to find spirit condensing dew.

Qin Changsheng knew clearly that he had already collected all the other Materials for crafting his Lifebound Treasure through various channels; only the spirit condensing dew had eluded him for a long time.

spirit condensing dew is the core primary material for crafting auxiliary-type Lifebound Treasures. It can nourish the spirituality of the treasure, allowing it to perfectly align with one's own Divine Soul. Without it, even if all auxiliary Materials are gathered, one cannot begin crafting the Lifebound Treasure.

“Chen Erniu has a bottle in his hands.” Qin Changsheng instantly remembered that Chen Erniu possessed a bottle.

However, other than the qiankun token, Qin Changsheng had no treasures that could entice Chen Erniu.

Secondly, he needed to continue searching for heavenly dao fragments and qiankun tokens.

Qin Changsheng already understood the function of the heavenly dao fragment deep in his heart.

It could strengthen his own Golden Traits into Heavenly Dao Entries.

Only by continuously searching for heavenly dao fragments could he further enhance his own strength.

As for the qiankun token, it was a treasure that could grant Divine Abilities.

Finally, he needed to prepare for Core Formation.

Now that Qin Changsheng had reached the seventh level of Foundation Establishment, he should start preparing for Core Formation.

On the path of immortality, after Foundation Establishment comes the Golden Core. The Golden Core is a major watershed for Cultivators. Only by breaking through to the Golden Core Stage can one truly establish a foothold in the cultivation world and gain a sliver of hope for survival during the great tribulations of heaven and earth.

Qin Changsheng knew that Core Formation was no easy task; it required not only sufficient accumulation of spiritual power but also the preparation of Medicinal Pills and auxiliary Materials needed for Core Formation, and most importantly, overcoming the Heart Demon tribulation during the process.

...

Qingyun Tower.

Qin Changsheng controlled Hu Nan's figure to appear inside Qingyun Tower.

Because today was the annual Foundation Establishment Gathering for Cultivators.

Qin Changsheng sent Hu Nan here to listen for the major events of the year.

Then, he would scout for Intelligence regarding heavenly dao fragments and Materials for Lifebound Treasures.

Finally, during the free trade session, he would see if there were any treasures he needed.

When Hu Nan arrived at the fourth-floor private box, many Foundation Establishment Cultivators had already gathered there.

Most of these people were Cultivators who had successfully reached Foundation Establishment in the last two years.

Qin Changsheng noticed that most of them were discussing Li Hu and the Dragon Abyss Sword.

“How did Li Hu die so suddenly?”

“The Danxia Spirit Stone Mine encountered a Yao Beast!”

“Li Hu is truly pitiable. To protect the Sect's property, he was killed by a Yao Beast!”

“What kind of Yao Beast could even slay Li Hu?”

“It seems it was a Green-Striped Toad!”

“Aren't Green-Striped Toads in Qingyun Lake? How did one end up at the Danxia Spirit Stone Mine?”

Listening to everyone's discussion, Qin Changsheng was also somewhat startled.

Qin Changsheng was very clear about Li Hu's death.

That Li Hu had died from a backlash because he was attempting a Possession of Hu Nan.

He didn't expect the rumor spreading now to be that he died due to a Yao Beast raid.

And that it was slain by a Green-Striped Toad from Qingyun Lake?

“Who took the Dragon Abyss Sword?”

“Unclear. There has been no news of the Dragon Abyss Sword for a whole year!”

“I wonder who has such great ability!”

“The Dragon Abyss Sword is a Low Grade Earth-Grade Magical Artifact!”

“If only I had a Low Grade Earth-Grade Magical Artifact!”

Listening to the crowd start discussing the Dragon Abyss Sword, Qin Changsheng showed no expression.

Because the one who seized the Dragon Abyss Sword was Qin Changsheng.

Furthermore, Qin Changsheng had already finished refining the Dragon Abyss Sword long ago.

Half an hour later, as more Foundation Establishment Cultivators arrived, Jiang Lijuan stood up and said, “Today is the annual Foundation Establishment Gathering!”

“Let us all exchange our cultivation insights and discuss the major events that occurred in the cultivation world this year, so we may learn from one another.”

Jiang Lijuan's proposal immediately received a response from the crowd, and the atmosphere in the private box became lively once again.

Several Cultivators nodded one after another and spoke up, sharing their cultivation realizations from the past year. Their words were full of sincerity, and occasionally they would discuss difficult points in their Cultivation Techniques; the atmosphere was quite harmonious.

As the exchange of insights concluded, the topic of conversation gradually shifted to the major events of the year in the cultivation world, their tones filled with emotion and sighs.

“If we're talking about the biggest event this year, it's the death of Li Hu.”

“Senior Brother Li is truly a pity!”

“I wonder who took the Dragon Abyss Sword from Sword Villa last year!”

“I heard it was a Cultivator at the fifth level of Foundation Establishment!”

“That person's luck is really good!”

Among them, the most discussed topics were the death of Li Hu and the whereabouts of the Dragon Abyss Sword.

They all greatly envied the person who seized the Dragon Abyss Sword.

After all, the Dragon Abyss Sword was a Low Grade Earth-Grade longsword Magical Artifact.

Whether it was for crafting a Lifebound Treasure or keeping it for personal use, it was excellent.

“Everyone, there is another major event. Have you forgotten?” At this moment, Jiang Hui suddenly stood up and spoke.

“What major event?”

“Jiang Hui, tell us quickly?”

Everyone turned their gaze toward Jiang Hui.

“The Flowing Fire Sect's Trial Tower will open next year!” As soon as Jiang Hui's words fell, a significant commotion broke out in the private box. Everyone showed expressions of surprise and joy, and the previous discussions were instantly replaced by the topic of the Trial Tower.

The Flowing Fire Sect was a major Sect like the Azure Cloud Sect and Heavenly Sword Sect, with deep foundations. Its Trial Tower was famous in the surrounding areas, a place of Opportunity dreamed of by countless low-level Cultivators.

“This Trial Tower only opens once every ten years, and each opening lasts only one month. The last time it opened was ten years ago. I didn't expect it to be opening again in the blink of an eye!”

“I heard that the Trial Tower not only has abundant Spirit Stones and Cultivation Techniques but also many Heaven And Earth Treasures. If one can obtain an Opportunity inside, their cultivation will surely increase significantly.”

“Furthermore, the Trial Tower is divided into nine floors, each with different tests. The higher you go, the richer the opportunities, but the greater the danger. It is said that during the last opening, a Cultivator obtained an Earth-Grade Cultivation Technique inside and broke through directly from the Early Stage to the Late Stage of Foundation Establishment, reaching the heavens in a single step!”

Everyone chimed in, discussing the rumors of the Trial Tower with tones full of expectation and longing.

Some spoke of the dangers within the Trial Tower, while others speculated on what kind of opportunities would appear this time. The atmosphere in the private box became even more heated than before.

Qin Changsheng did not have much interest in this Trial Tower of the Flowing Fire Sect.

After all, what he wanted was nothing more than heavenly dao fragments and Materials for crafting his Lifebound Treasure.

But just then, someone suddenly said, “You only know about the opportunities in the Trial Tower, but you don't know that this Trial Tower also has a strange phenomenon.”

“Every night of the full moon, the top of the Trial Tower will glow with a faint red light, and that red light even forms the shape of a full moon.”

This sentence was not loud, but it was like a clap of thunder, instantly entering Qin Changsheng's Sea of Consciousness.

“Full moon night, red light phenomenon?”

Hearing these words, Qin Changsheng immediately thought of the heavenly dao fragment.

After all, only heavenly dao fragments had such phenomena.

Whether it was that heavenly dao fragment in Qingyun Lake or the heavenly phenomenon at the top of the Ascending Heaven Ladder, they were all like this.

“I'll send Wang Cheng to the Flowing Fire Sect to take a look!” Qin Changsheng instantly made a decision in his heart.

Wang Cheng had been sent to the Flowing Fire Sect by Manager Ma Yingjie and was currently lurking there; it was the perfect time to see if there were any heavenly dao fragments within the Flowing Fire Sect.

If that heavenly dao fragment was indeed inside the Trial Tower, then Qin Changsheng would look into the challenge rules of the Trial Tower.

Then he would also see if there were any treasures like spirit condensing dew within the Flowing Fire Sect.

Shortly after, Jiang Lijuan slowly stood up and asked everyone to begin trading, bringing out treasures they didn't need for exchange.

As soon as Jiang Lijuan's proposal was made, it received an active response from the crowd, and the atmosphere in the private box became lively again.

When Cultivators travel the world, it is inevitable to have idle treasures or Materials they cannot use. Trading with one another for what they need is common practice, especially since they were gathered here as like-minded Cultivators, making the trading process more reassuring.

“Good proposal! I have some Spiritual Plants I cannot use!” A Cultivator was the first to agree, and with a wave of his hand, several Spiritual Plants of decent quality appeared in his palm.

With the first person leading the way, the other Cultivators also began to act.

Some took out idle Magical Artifacts from their Storage Pouches—ancient short swords, jade pendants for defense, and even incense burners to assist in cultivation;

Some brought out Cultivation Technique manuals, mostly basic or niche techniques suitable for low-level Cultivators;

Others brought out various cultivation Materials—Spirit Stones, Ores, beast bones—a dazzling array that filled the long table in the center of the box.

Everyone spoke up, introducing their treasures, inquiring about prices, and negotiating. Their tones were eager but not chaotic, and the trading process was very smooth.

Some exchanged Spiritual Plants for Spirit Stones, some exchanged Magical Artifacts for Cultivation Techniques, and others exchanged Materials for Medicinal Pills. Each got what they needed, and their faces showed satisfied smiles; no disputes or unpleasantness occurred.

Qin Changsheng also scanned the treasures brought out by everyone with his Divine Sense.

However, Qin Changsheng soon shook his head slightly; he found that these treasures were all ordinary.

They were not the treasures he required at all.

It was at this moment that a Junior Brother Wang suddenly stood up: “Senior Brothers and Sisters, I accidentally discovered a token in an abandoned Secret Realm a few days ago!”

As his voice fell, Junior Brother Wang brought out a token.

Everyone's gaze was instantly drawn to this token.

“Isn't this the same kind of token as in the Grand Competition?”

“What use does this token have?”

“Junior Brother Wang, how many Spirit Stones do you want?”

Hearing the crowd's words, Qin Changsheng's gaze also fell upon that token.

With just a single glance, Qin Changsheng's mind suddenly jolted.

Because Qin Changsheng discovered that this token was actually a qiankun token.

Qin Changsheng did not act rashly; instead, with a thought, he silently summoned the Heavenly Dao Trait: Intelligence.

As Qin Changsheng entered the words 'qiankun token',

A piece of information appeared on the attribute panel.

[qiankun token: Special Treasure]

[Gather four qiankun tokens to enter the Qiankun Pavilion and learn Divine Abilities]

[Holder: Junior Brother Wang]

[Location: Fourth floor of Qingyun Tower, under the jurisdiction of Heavenly Sword Sect]

Looking at the information on the panel, a flash of joy crossed Qin Changsheng's eyes.