Chapter 491 - 288: Second Identity, Unexpected Gain

Chapter 491: Chapter 288: Second Identity, Unexpected Gain

In the Celestial and Earth Pavilions, in particular, powerful auras surged uncontrollably. It was clear the Cultivators within were so emotionally stirred that they failed to restrain their presence, causing it to leak out.

"Coiling Phoenix Grass!"

An Elixir Formation Auxiliary Medicine used to refine the Dust-Reduction Pill, an Elixir that improves the quality of one’s Core Formation!

Lin Changheng had once obtained the roots of a Treasure Medicine called Dragon Sting Grass from the Qiu Family Ancestor. It was also a key auxiliary medicine for the Dust-Reduction Pill. He had long since revived and planted it, and was now continuously cultivating it.

’If I can get this Treasure Medicine, I’ll have two of the auxiliary medicines for the Dust-Reduction Pill in hand. The puzzle for a Success Pill will be one step closer to completion.’

Furthermore, Lin Changheng had also obtained the Gui Water Essence. As one of the auxiliary medicines, it could be used to refine a precious Elixir that increases the chances of Core Formation—the Returning to Truth Core!

’I can’t let this go!’

Lin Changheng’s gaze sharpened as he made his decision.

He had once again accumulated a large sum of Spirit Stones, enough to win the bid.

Although he was used to a hard life and was quite frugal, he also understood the principle of when to save and when to spend.

Why had he shown some interest in the Astronomy Skill Inheritance and made a bid, only to withdraw decisively once the price became too high?

It was because it was merely an interest!

He currently possessed multiple Skills. Besides his core and most reliable Alchemy Skill, which he had to prioritize above all else, he also had his minor in Array Skill, which was approaching Tier Two, as well as the Puppetry Skill and Insect Control Skill that he had yet to begin studying.

Besides, for Puppetry Skill, he had Yan Mingyi. Her Talent and progress were both greater than his own, and she could provide him with finished Puppets. Why should Lin Changheng bother with it? He wouldn’t consider learning it for a long time.

The same went for the Talismanic Skill. With Tantai Feiyue around, he wouldn’t be short on Talismans, so it was naturally impossible for him to delve into it.

For a group, it’s important to concentrate their strength to achieve great things. For a single individual like Lin Changheng, it’s important to concentrate his Energy to do things meticulously and well.

As for the Beast Taming Skill, Lin Changheng had only formed contracts with three Spirit Beasts. He hadn’t delved deeply into the Beast Taming Dao, focusing mainly on practical application, which was more akin to "pet-keeping."

So it couldn’t be considered true study. He hadn’t systematically or theoretically grasped and improved his knowledge of the relevant Skills.

The same was true for the Spirit Plant Skill. He learned it piecemeal, only targeting specific problems in order to grow Spirit Medicines properly.

The Insect Control Skill was worth studying, but the problem was the lack of suitable Exotic Insects, which made practical application impossible. Lin Changheng planned to postpone it. However, the practicality of this Skill was off the charts. The previous "Insect Demon" had terrified all the Cultivators in the Song-Jin Lands relying on Insect Control alone.

Its benefit to Magical Combat was easy to imagine!

Alchemy, Arrays, and Insect Control were the Skills Lin Changheng had decided to focus on after careful consideration, and they required long-term dedication.

He would learn other Skills selectively, with a focus on utility.

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But now, with an Elixir Formation Auxiliary Medicine right in front of him, Lin Changheng had no intention of backing down.

He had to fight for it!

On one hand, he was strong enough. It wasn’t as if he had never killed a Late Stage Foundation Establishment Cultivator before. Wielding the Dark Radiance Profound Flame, he even had a chance of causing an upset against a Fake Core Cultivator.

On the other hand, Lin Changheng’s identity was concealed.

His current identity was no longer "Alchemist Lin." Instead, he was the survivor of a fallen family, wiped out overnight by their enemies. But not long after, those same enemies were also annihilated by their own foes.

Later, this person was robbed and killed by a desperate outlaw within the Immortal City.

This was an unacceptable occurrence in the famously stable Floating Immortal City. The Law Enforcement Team was immediately deployed in full force and killed the outlaw.

Because the case was so rare, it landed on the desk of Bai Hengwan, who was in charge of such matters.

The full story of the case, including the past experiences and identities of both individuals, was laid out with perfect clarity.

Then, using the convenience of her position, she easily erased the records of the deceased’s history and death, stashing away this clean identity.

She kept it for future use.

The person’s connections were all clearly known, and with all leads to their origin and subsequent life cut off, no one could find any flaws. It was a perfect "sock puppet."

As it happened, Lin Changheng needed just such an identity. So Bai Hengwan personally handled the arrangements, and the name and history of the Cultivator "Li Feiyu" fell upon Lin Changheng’s shoulders.

Afterward, they deliberately added subsequent experiences to the story to match Lin Changheng’s current Cultivation.

The story was that after his family was destroyed, he endured great hardship, leaving the Song Territory filled with a burning desire for revenge. He traveled through various lands and finally returned with a Foundation Establishment Stage Cultivation.

However, his old enemies were all dead, so his hatred dissipated, and he settled down to focus on reaching Core Formation.

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The reason for doing this was that Bai Hengwan, after deciding to cooperate fully, had Actively proposed it. She wanted to prevent Lin Changheng from having to act with too many reservations while using his public identity.

It could also have brought some negative repercussions, which might have even affected her in turn.

After all, his fame was too great. He easily attracted attention, and even small matters could be blown out of proportion.

But wearing another identity was different. He could act more freely and without restraint.

At the same time, she mentioned that she was about to be embroiled in some trouble and didn’t want Lin Changheng to get involved. She gave him a batch of Medicinal Materials and Pill Formulas, hoping he could focus on performing Alchemy for her in peace.

After a moment of thought, Lin Changheng readily accepted.

Who in the surrounding region didn’t know Alchemist Lin’s personality? He was a homebody, incredibly cautious.

It was perfectly normal for him to be at Jade Belt Lake, in seclusion and performing Alchemy. Now, if he went out to do a few things, he had a sock puppet to take the blame, allowing him to stay completely clear of it.