Immortality Cultivation: I Farm in the System Space

"Shopkeeper, do you have any booklets specifically on talismans? I'd like to take a look," Lin Jing asked. "Of course, we do. Please wait a moment," replied the shopkeeper. With that, the shopkeeper took out a booklet from under the counter and handed it to Lin Jing. Lin Jing took the booklet and began to flip through it. It contained records of various talismans, all very detailed, including how to use them, their range of power, and the taboos associated with their use. Lin Jing didn't even look at the first-rank talismans and went straight to the last pages, beginning with the various second-rank talismans. After a while, Lin Jing closed the booklet and handed it back to the shopkeeper. Smiling, the shopkeeper asked, "Have you decided, Daoist friend? Which talismans would you like?" "Mm," Lin Jing responded. "Shopkeeper, I'll take three Five Thunder Talismans, two Golden Body Talismans, and an Invisibility Talisman," he said. These were all carefully selected by Lin Jing. The Golden Body Talisman provided protection for half an hour, able to withstand a full-force strike from a Foundation Establishment Cultivator. Lin Jing bought it precisely for those unexpected situations, to be prepared for emergencies. The Invisibility Talisman could conceal himself for half an hour, eluding detection by the divine sense of those below the Foundation Establishment Stage. Needless to say, it was excellent for stealth attacks. However, the Invisibility Talisman had a fatal flaw: one cannot move while invisible, as the airflow caused by any movement could easily be detected by others. Therefore, Lin Jing only asked for one. As for the Five Thunder Talisman, there was no need to speak of its power; Lin Jing had used it himself and knew its formidable strength. The shopkeeper began, "Daoist friend, I must inform you, due to the recent uprising of Demonic Beasts, the price of talismans has gone up, and the ones you're asking for are not cheap." "I'm well aware of that," Lin Jing nodded in acknowledgment. The shopkeeper nodded, took out several talismans, turned around, retrieved a wooden box from the shelf behind him, and neatly placed the talismans inside. Turning back around, the shopkeeper addressed Lin Jing: "Daoist friend, each Five Thunder Talisman and Golden Body Talisman cost 150 Lower Grade Spirit Stones, and since you're taking five in total, that will be 750 Lower Grade Spirit Stones. The Invisibility Talisman is a bit cheaper, at 100 Spirit Stones each." "Altogether, that comes to 850 Lower Grade Spirit Stones," the shopkeeper concluded, passing the wooden box over. "Alright," Lin Jing said. He received the wooden box, took out 850 Spirit Stones from his Storage Bag, and handed them to the shopkeeper. He had already saved up 2000 Spirit Stones, and these few talismans took away a small portion of that sum. Lin Jing couldn't help but lament, "Spirit Stones really do burn a hole in the pocket..." Actually, the price of these talismans was quite fair, considering they were second-rank talismans meant to deal with Foundation Establishment Cultivators. Ordinary Qi Refinement Cultivators couldn't afford to use them under normal circumstances. After purchasing the talismans, Lin Jing went to look at the area selling Magical Treasures. Unfortunately, there were no suitable Magical Treasures for his current level of cultivation. Afterward, he took another tour around Fang Market before returning home. Once home, to thank Wei Zhengqing and Ning Yue for their help the previous day, Lin Jing invited them over and hosted a feast. Of course, the little girl Luo Luo was not absent from the banquet. During the meal, Wei Zhengqing told Lin Jing that in two days, he would take him to the black market. After the meal, when the three guests had left, Lin Jing tidied everything up and then went to cultivate. ...... Soon, two days passed. Early this morning, someone knocked on Lin Jing's door. When Lin Jing opened the door, it was Wei Zhengqing standing at the doorstep; Lin Jing hurriedly invited him inside. Lin Jing asked with curiosity, "Brother Wei, are we setting off now?" "Brother Lin, there's been a change of plan," Wei Zhengqing spoke. "I have to go out today to deal with some matters with a friend. It's somewhat dangerous, so I cannot take you with me." Lin Jing said, "No worries, Brother Wei. You go ahead with your urgent matters. The trip to the black market isn't pressing; it can happen anytime." "No, you misunderstand," Wei Zhengqing shook his head. "I have to visit the black market; after this, I might need to leave, and it will probably be a very long time before I can return." "Tonight, at Zi Time, you go to Shiyu Lane, wait for me there. I will be there before Zi Time and will take you into the black market with me." "I imagine you don't know the location of Shiyu Lane. Here, take this map and look it over." As he spoke, Wei Zhengqing took out a map and handed it to Lin Jing. "Uh... Okay." Lin Jing was somewhat taken aback; Wei Zhengqing had arranged everything decisively without any hesitation or delay. "Also, there's more..." "Here is a Godspeed Talisman and an Invisibility Talisman. It can be quite unsafe to go out at night. When you go out, use the talismans to avoid drawing any unnecessary attention." After he took out the two talismans, Wei Zhengqing promptly took out another purple talisman. "A Teleportation Talisman!" Lin Jing exclaimed in surprise. "Exactly, it is a Teleportation Talisman," Wei Zhengqing nodded. "Take it." Wei Zhengqing's tone was firm and brooked no argument. "Brother Wei, this..." This Teleportation Talisman was a Second Rank talisman as well, but its intricate patterns made it extremely difficult to craft, which consequently made it very valuable. It was on sale at Yuebaolou for 500 Spirit Stones a piece; Lin Jing hadn't even dared to buy one, and yet, Wei Zhengqing was giving it to him. Lin Jing always disliked being in debt to others. The previously mentioned Godspeed and Invisibility talismans were still manageable, as they weren't worth much and it would be easy for him to compensate for them. But this Teleportation Talisman... Lin Jing hesitated. "Take it," Wei Zhengqing spoke again. "You are a friend whom I, Wei Zhengqing, recognize. Friends need not have so many concerns." Lin Jing looked up, meeting Wei Zhengqing's determined gaze, and hesitated no longer. "Alright, Brother Wei. Since you put it that way, I will accept it." "Mm...!" Wei Zhengqing nodded. "This Teleportation Talisman will enable you to instantly teleport to any location within a kilometer if you're in danger." "It should be enough to get you out of harm's way." "Thank you, Brother Wei, I understand," Lin Jing said. "Since it's settled, I will take my leave now. Be cautious tonight." "I understand." Afterward, Wei Zhengqing bid farewell and left. Once Wei Zhengqing had gone, Lin Jing opened the map to memorize the location of Shiyu Lane, then he began to meditate and cultivate. He continued his cultivation until evening before stopping. During this period of cultivation, Lin Jing felt his Divine Sense becoming more consolidated and his mastery of the Controlling Fire Technique had improved from before. He believed it wouldn't be long before he could make another breakthrough. Looking out the window, Lin Jing saw the moon hanging over the treetops; judging by the time, it was almost ready. Lin Jing packed up briefly and headed out. However, just after Lin Jing had left... In the courtyard opposite, Zhang Lin hurried back into the house. "Big Brother... Big Brother..." "He's gone out, he's gone out..." Zhang Lin was incredibly excited, speaking in a suppressed voice. Zhang Sen, who was meditating, opened his eyes and looked towards Zhang Lin. "Did he leave on his own?" "Don't worry, Big Brother, I saw it clearly; he was alone." "Big Brother, should we make a move?" Zhang Lin asked. Zhang Sen's eyes narrowed as he said: "Opportunity knocks but once. Let's go, we'll follow him."