Great Immortal With Boundless Mana

Chapter 109: Fire Heart Jade (Seeking Monthly Votes at 3 AM)

Five walnut-sized round balls, crystal clear like glass on the outside, with flickering red light like fire inside, and a fine and hard texture like jade.

Gao Xian had seen this thing in the inheritance of the Great Five Elements Technique: Fire Heart Jade.

It is made by polishing special jade material, sealing underground spiritual fire inside, and adding rune restrictions on the outer layer. It is a very special magical tool.

Through long-term sealing, the underground spiritual fire merges into the jade material, transforming into a special spiritual object.

Fire Heart Jade is the most important spiritual object for refining the mind in the Great Five Elements Technique, and each Fire Heart Jade is sold for one thousand spirit stones.

Moreover, even if you have money, you may not be able to buy it.

The control of Fire Heart Jade within the Lianyun Sect is very strict, in order to prevent outsiders from using it to cultivate the Great Five Elements Technique.

As a true disciple of the sect and with the support of Elder Nan Pingsong, it should not be difficult for Nan Zhengxing to obtain Fire Heart Jade, and it should not cost too many spirit stones.

Nan Zhengxing should be refining his mind, so he would carry Fire Heart Jade with him.

Gao Xian was naturally very surprised. Getting Fire Heart Jade was equivalent to earning five thousand spirit stones and saving a lot of trouble.

However, carrying such an important spiritual object with him, Nan Zhengxing's status in the Nan family should not be low.

This time, with Nan Zhengxing's death, the Nan family is unlikely to let it go.

Gao Xian believed that he had done a clean and neat job this time. Even if others suspected, they would suspect the woman who made the move first.

Once the woman is dead, the Nan family will not be able to trace it back to him.

He also secretly rejoiced that he was cautious enough and did not personally kill Nan Zhengxing. Otherwise, it would be troublesome.

Nan Zhengxing was considered wealthy. In addition to Fire Heart Jade, he had more than three hundred spirit stones in his storage bag.

The sword looked like a first-class item, and the robe looked good too. As for other elixirs, magical tools, and talismans, they were not worth much.

Amidst the mess, Gao Xian found an ancient book.

The texture of the black book was as tough as leather but had the texture of paper, making it look extraordinary.

There were five cloud patterns written on the book.

Cloud patterns originated from ancient runes and were named cloud patterns because their shape resembled flowing clouds.

Each cloud pattern had a special meaning and could carry magical power.

Whether it was spells, talisman making, weapon refining, or pill refining, these cloud patterns were indispensable.

It is said that ancient sects used cloud patterns to record their inherited secret techniques.

Any normal cultivator would learn some basic cloud patterns. Gao Xian had also studied cloud patterns seriously, so he had no problem recognizing ordinary cloud patterns.

The combination of the five cloud patterns on the cover of the book means "Crimson Dragon Swallowing the Moon Technique."

Gao Xian remembered that Nan Zhengxing had mentioned this secret technique before. He wanted to use the Crimson Dragon Swallowing the Moon Technique to absorb Zhou Yuling's cultivation!

It turned out to be an evil technique that used the Kun cultivation as a furnace.

Hmph, that needs to be criticized thoroughly!

Gao Xian quickly skimmed through the book, although it was a frivolous secret technique, the content was recorded using cloud patterns, extremely profound and complex, making it difficult for him to understand.

This secret technique was much more complicated than he had imagined, and it would be difficult to master without putting in some effort.

Gao Xian held the Fengyue Treasure Mirror in his hand, and he loved this kind of powerful yet unconventional spell.

He first put away the Red Dragon Swallowing Moon technique, and then called Qi Niang over.

When Zhu Qi Niang came over and saw the table full of magical tools, she knew that Gao Xian had gone out to kill someone again.

She casually picked up a sword and pulled it out, it was clearly a top-grade first-tier sword. She helplessly asked, "Who did you kill this time?"

Gao Xian whispered in Zhu Qi Niang's ear, "Nan Zhengxing, the great-grandson of Nan Pingsong."

"What?!" Zhu Qi Niang's face immediately became serious.

"Why did you kill him? Nan Pingsong is an elder who passes on his skills. Even if he is about to die, he still holds a high position in the Lianyun Sect. I think this person is probably a true disciple of the Lianyun Sect!"

"Well, this person had ill intentions towards Zhou Yuling, so I took action in her defense..." Gao Xian briefly explained the situation, but he kept the part about Zhou Yuling very concise, mainly focusing on Nan Zhengxing's various evil deeds.

Zhu Qi Niang didn't believe in the concept of defending others, she knew that Gao Xian and Zhou Yuling had a close and ambiguous relationship, so it was normal for Gao Xian to help Zhou Yuling.

But killing Nan Zhengxing was a bit troublesome. Fortunately, Gao Xian still had a way out and didn't personally take action.

With that female wandering cultivator blocking the way, it would indeed be difficult to trace them.

"When it comes to the life and death of a true disciple, the Lianyun Sect will never let it go easily."

Zhu Qi Niang carefully inspected the sword and robe, but didn't find any hidden marks on them, so she breathed a sigh of relief.

"The Dazzling Sword and the Vast Wave Robe are both top-grade first-tier items. Together, they can be sold for 1,600 spirit stones. But these things are a bit eye-catching, so we'll have to wait for a while before selling them separately..."

Zhu Qi Niang couldn't help but sigh. It was indeed easy to make money this way, but it wasn't the right path.

She regretted bringing Gao Xian along to kill people in the first place.

Originally, she wanted to help Gao Xian build up his courage, but now, she had inadvertently turned Gao Xian into a killing maniac!

Zhu Qi Niang was also a bit confused about how Gao Xian could possess both cowardice and ruthlessness, two opposite traits!

Seeing Zhu Qi Niang's hesitant expression, Gao Xian knew what she was thinking. He held Zhu Qi Niang's hand and said, "Don't worry, I know what's important. If it weren't for this person's malicious intentions, I wouldn't have taken action. I'll be honest and stay at home from now on."

"Don't go out for the next few months."

Zhu Qi Niang took out a jade slip from her storage bag and handed it to Gao Xian. "You have successfully condensed your lung aperture, and the sharp gold qi is at its peak. This Gengjin Sword Shield is a top-grade first-tier spell that I specially found for you."

Gao Xian forced a smile, "Top-grade first-tier, Qi Niang, you really think highly of me."

"Even ordinary cultivators at the ninth level of Qi Refining would find it difficult to cultivate the Gengjin Sword Shield. You are a genius in spells, so this shouldn't be a problem for you."

Zhu Qi Niang had always felt that Gao Xian had unparalleled talent in spells. Although the Gengjin Sword Shield was extremely difficult to cultivate, it was perfect for Gao Xian.

Gao Xian could only nod in agreement. He would practice slowly, and even if he couldn't succeed, Zhu Qi Niang wouldn't blame him.

The next day at noon, after Gao Xian finished lunch, he was lying in bed with his eyes closed, resting. He heard someone pushing the door open.

The footsteps of the other person were as light as a cat's. Gao Xian didn't open his eyes to look, but he naturally constructed the graceful posture of the other person in his mind through the sound of footsteps, the rustling of clothes, and the floating fragrance.

This was not a scan of divine consciousness, but rather a comprehensive judgment based on the keen senses of the ears, nose, and skin.

The person who came in was Zhou Yuling. She quietly entered, intending to scare Gao Xian.

Before Zhou Yuling could make a move, Gao Xian naturally reached out and embraced her slender waist, then skillfully brought his mouth close to hers, silencing her startled voice.

"Ah, mmm..."

Zhou Yuling was captivated for a moment but suddenly remembered the matter at hand. She abruptly opened her eyes and pushed Gao Xian's face away. When she saw the mocking smile in Gao Xian's eyes, she felt somewhat embarrassed and kicked his leg.

"You're becoming more and more shameless. I wonder who you learned it from."

"Isn't it all because of your teachings?"

Gao Xian smiled and said, "Besides, you came to me willingly, so don't blame me."

Zhou Yuling's delicate face showed a hint of confusion. "You seem to be in a good mood?"

"Hmm?"

Gao Xian looked puzzled. "Of course I'm in a good mood when I see you. What's the problem?"

Zhou Yuling suddenly lowered her voice and asked nervously, "Brother, did you kill Nan Zhengxing?"

"Ah?"

Gao Xian looked surprised. "Nan Zhengxing is dead?"

He then said happily, "Good, saves me the trouble. Haha..."

Zhou Yuling looked at Gao Xian suspiciously. His reaction seemed normal. However, she couldn't shake the feeling that something was off. Gao Xian had just told her that he wanted to kill Nan Zhengxing, and a few days later, Nan Zhengxing was dead. It was too coincidental.

She asked in a low voice, "Are you really not the one?"

Gao Xian mysteriously lowered his voice and said, "To tell you the truth, I killed him. Don't tell anyone!"

"Pfft!"

Upon hearing this, Zhou Yuling became even more skeptical. "Stop lying! Nan Zhengxing was killed by the seductive woman from Feihua Courtyard. It's already spread..."

"I instructed her to do it," Gao Xian said seriously.

"Shh, don't say that randomly. It'll be troublesome if someone overhears."

Zhou Yuling covered Gao Xian's mouth and said earnestly, "Nan Zhengxing is a true disciple of Lianyun Sect and holds an important position in the Nan family. It is said that the Patriarch himself is coming over to personally handle this matter. We can't get involved!"

Gao Xian's heart skipped a beat. The Patriarch Zhou Yuling mentioned was undoubtedly Nan Pingsong, a Foundation Building cultivator and the elder responsible for transmitting techniques in Lianyun Sect.

This guy was almost three hundred years old and had countless great-grandchildren. He was actually personally intervening for Nan Zhengxing. Gao Xian had to be more careful.

Zhou Yuling had heard about Nan Zhengxing's death and hurriedly came to confirm it with Gao Xian. She felt that this matter had nothing to do with him and finally breathed a sigh of relief.

She instructed, "Stay at home obediently these days and don't go out or come find me. I'll come find you after the Patriarch leaves. Be good..."

When Zhou Yuling was about to leave, she took the initiative to kiss Gao Xian again and gave him a seductive look, saying, "Be obedient and there will be a reward, oh."

Gao Xian knew that Zhou Yuling was just talking. She had strong self-control and wouldn't do anything reckless for temporary pleasure.

After seeing Zhou Yuling off, Gao Xian sat on the bed and recalled last night's events. The only flaw was the body of Nan Zhengxing.

Used pills might leave some traces. The Passion Pill and Yin-Yang Harmony Pill must be hidden.

However, it wouldn't be easy to find residual traces of pills from a dead body.

Apart from that, there was nothing else that could be linked to him.

This was also the reason why he didn't tell Zhou Yuling the truth. Although Zhou Yuling was clever, she was too young and had a connection with Nan Zhengxing, which would inevitably raise suspicions.

Zhou Yuling didn't know anything, which was the best way to protect her.

It was different for Qi Niang. He needed Qi Niang's help to handle the stolen goods. If Qi Niang didn't know anything, it would be easier to encounter problems.

Gao Xian treated them differently not because of their closeness, but out of practical considerations.

Zhou Yuling was right. He should stay at home and not go out in the future.

He took out the jade slip of the Gengjin Sword Shield and used his divine sense to read the spells recorded in it.

The Gengjin Sword Shield was indeed a very complex metal-based spell that required the condensation of thirty-six Gengjin Sword Lights to form a shield.

Condensing a Gengjin Sword Light and throwing it out was only a first-grade inferior spell.

The difficulty increased tenfold when condensing a stable three-foot Gengjin Sword Light. It increased another tenfold when condensing thirty-six Gengjin Sword Lights.

Forming a stable structure of a sword shield with thirty-six Gengjin Sword Lights increased the difficulty another tenfold.

By learning the Gengjin Sword Shield from the jade slip, Gao Xian could remember all the incantations, but it would still take time to understand them and master them thoroughly.

Gao Xian studied the Gengjin Sword Shield for an afternoon, feeling dizzy and not making much progress.

He looked at the front of the Fengyue Mirror and realized that he hadn't truly mastered it yet since he didn't have the Gengjin Sword Shield.

"It's a bit difficult..."

Gao Xian flipped through the Fengyue Mirror and suddenly had an idea. The Nine Layers of Ice and Fire could be used in conjunction with Flame Bullet and Ice Arrow. The Yin-Yang Wheel could be used with the Geomagnetic Wheel.

He could find a spell that could be used in conjunction with the Gengjin Sword Shield.

Gao Xian thought of a spell called the Golden Rope in the "Dongbin's Secret Essentials," which was a low-grade metal-based spell.

Hmm, it used metal-based mana to condense into ropes to bind people or be used as a whip to lash people.

This small spell's condensed golden rope was very unstable and could only be used for games.

He had only practiced it to the entry level before and hadn't paid much attention to it. The main reason was to save human spiritual light.

There were still 19,200 human spiritual lights on the Fengyue Mirror, and it would take less than ten days to reach 20,000.

Gao Xian hesitated a bit when he thought of this. Learning the Gengjin Sword Shield wouldn't be of much use, so he decided to endure it a little longer.

When the Great Occult Art reached the level of Grandmaster, maybe he would have the qualifications to compete with Foundation Building...

(End of this chapter)