31: Chapter 31: Hong Fu's Talisman Treasure!

"A trade? What kind of trade do you wish to make with your Revered Master?"

Hong Fu was surprised by Zhao Changsheng's stated purpose, and the Second Senior Sister, the Girl in Green Dress behind her, was also quite astonished.

The gazes they directed at Zhao Changsheng became somewhat peculiar.

"This Disciple has achieved some success in his cultivation and wishes to go out for some tempering. However, as I lack life-saving items, I would like to ask Revered Master for a few life-saving Magical Artifacts and treasures."

"Of course, this Disciple will not ask for them for nothing. This is a thousand-year spirit medicine I obtained by chance before joining the School. Because it is too precious, I did not dare to use it recklessly for fear of wasting such a heavenly treasure. Thus, I have come specifically to offer it to Revered Master, hoping Revered Master will graciously accept it and grant me a few life-saving items."

Before he had even finished speaking, the Girl in Green Dress widened her eyes in surprise, as if she had heard something incredible.

Then, Zhao Changsheng was seen taking out an exquisite jade box, intricately carved with patterns, from his Storage Pouch.

A Talisman was affixed to the jade box to ensure that the Spiritual Qi would not dissipate.

As for Hong Fu, her eyes also flickered with surprise, but she did not lose her composure, instead focusing all her attention on the box.

After all, even for a Core Formation Stage Cultivator like her, a thousand-year spirit medicine was of significant use.

In the next moment, Zhao Changsheng was seen carefully peeling off the Talisman from the box.

Once it was removed, the box was opened.

Immediately, a refreshing and rich medicinal fragrance wafted out, filling the entire hall with a scent that gladdened the heart and refreshed the mind, making everyone feel extremely comfortable.

But if one smelled closely, they would find that this rich medicinal fragrance seemed to carry a hint of a bloody scent, yet it was not pungent at all.

However, the gazes of the three people present fell upon the blood-red ginseng inside the box, which was the size of a baby's arm.

"A thousand-year Blood Origin Ginseng. I didn't expect you to have such an Opportunity. This is a Spirit Medicine that can replenish a Cultivator's blood energy and Origin Qi, and it can also be used to refine the Blood Sun Pill, a longevity-extending Medicinal Pill. It indeed has a significant use for your Revered Master."

Upon seeing the blood-colored ginseng, a rare look of excitement appeared on Hong Fu's face, yet she still did not lose her composure, speaking as calmly as possible.

Because this was indeed what she needed; although Hong Fu was already a Late Core Formation Stage Cultivator, her remaining lifespan was also quite limited.

As long as this Medicinal Pill was refined, it could extend her life by at least twenty to thirty years.

Don't underestimate those mere twenty or thirty years; for a Core Formation Stage Cultivator, it could potentially play a Heaven-Defying role in changing their fate.

Of course, this Medicinal Pill was only useful for Core Formation Stage Cultivators; it was of little use to Nascent Soul Stage Cultivators, at most replenishing blood energy and Origin Qi.

Unless it was a ten-thousand-year grade Spirit Medicine, it might have a tiny bit of effect, but even then, it would only extend life by five or six years at most.

This amount of lifespan wasn't even enough for a single secluded meditation session of a Nascent Soul Stage Cultivator, so it was basically useless to them.

"This Disciple knew that this Spirit Medicine would be useful to Revered Master, which is why I came to offer it. I hope Revered Master will graciously accept it."

Zhao Changsheng nodded and continued, maintaining a very humble attitude.

"You are indeed a sensible Disciple. Good."

It could be said that Hong Fu rarely smiled at Zhao Changsheng; she nodded slightly, her tone softening considerably.

"As long as Revered Master is satisfied, this Disciple is content."

Zhao Changsheng immediately nodded again and said respectfully.

"Alright, regardless, you have performed a great service this time. Since that's the case, it wouldn't be right for your Revered Master not to give you something. This is a talisman treasure I refined personally; it should be a fair exchange for your Blood Origin Ginseng."

As she spoke, Hong Fu took out a palm-sized Talisman emitting a red glow from the red Storage Pouch at her waist.

This sight caused the bright eyes on the pretty face of the Girl in Green Dress behind her to fill with envy.

But even so, she could only watch helplessly as this red talisman treasure, refined by Hong Fu herself, fell into Zhao Changsheng's hands.

At the same time, the Blood Origin Ginseng in Zhao Changsheng's hand, along with the jade box, passed into Hong Fu's hands.

With this, the trade between the Revered Master and Disciple was concluded.

"Thank you, Revered Master, for the treasure."

Obtaining such a talisman treasure was naturally an extremely exciting matter for Zhao Changsheng.

Yet he still did not lose his composure, honestly bowing to Hong Fu and expressing his gratitude.

In this way, he had gained another life-saving trump card.

Killing the Sect Master of the Black Fiend Cult would be even easier now; at the very least, his chances had significantly improved.

"There is no need for that. Just be extra careful during your travels. Do not think that because you have a talisman treasure personally refined by your Revered Master, you can act recklessly."

The joy on Hong Fu's face faded quite a bit as she spoke to remind him, or rather, to warn him.

"This Disciple understands. Please rest assured, Revered Master, I will definitely not act recklessly. My main hope for this trip is to find an Opportunity for further progress. If so, perhaps I will have the chance to condense a Golden Core before the age of a hundred."

"If I can become a Core Formation Stage Cultivator before a hundred, then I will have the chance to go one step further and reach the Nascent Soul Stage in the future."

Zhao Changsheng straightforwardly stated his thoughts and plans. After hearing what he said, a hint of joy and satisfaction appeared on Hong Fu's face, but she still said solemnly:

"It's easy to say, but in reality, in the entire Yue Country Cultivation World over the past few centuries, only one person has successfully condensed a Golden Core before the age of a hundred. Reaching that stage is no easy feat. Remember not to be careless, nor too hasty, lest you suffer from Qi Deviation and lose more than you gain."

"This Disciple is aware. Please rest assured, Revered Master. I definitely won't be too hasty and will certainly Cultivate diligently."

Zhao Changsheng immediately gave his assurance.

"It's good that you understand. How about this: why don't you go out for your tempering with your Second Senior Sister? With her Late Stage Foundation Establishment cultivation, her Divine Abilities and Spells, and the talisman treasure in your hand, I believe that even if you encounter a Core Formation Stage Cultivator, the two of you working together could retreat safely. This way, I can be more at ease."

Hong Fu looked at Zhao Changsheng, then turned to look at the Girl in Green Dress beside her. Her words gave Zhao Changsheng a start, and he abruptly looked toward the Girl in Green Dress.

Contrary to him, a look of pleasant surprise appeared on the face of the Girl in Green Dress, and she was about to open her mouth to agree when Zhao Changsheng interrupted her:

"Reporting to Revered Master, this Disciple is accustomed to acting alone. Moreover, if Senior Sister is by my side, how can I achieve the purpose of tempering? Therefore, I feel it is better for me to go alone."

These words were effectively a refusal.

As soon as his refusal was voiced, the surprise on the Girl in Green Dress's face vanished instantly, and a fierce look appeared in her bright eyes as she glared intently at Zhao Changsheng.