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"You can't put it that way; I'm just making reasonable use of the legal provisions," the Eighth Elder asserted confidently.
"Moreover, I didn't expect that the other party would rather expose their identity as a rogue cultivator from the demonic path than to report me to the authorities!"
Lu Yang was curious about how the Eighth Elder had deceived the other party to the extent that they would disregard their identity as a rogue cultivator and still report him.
Normally, cultivators from the demonic path would fear any contact with the authorities the most.
The Sixth Elder didn't dwell on this issue: "Alright, I didn't come here to discuss who you've deceived. I need your help with something related to talismans."
Tao Yaoye looked innocently at Lu Yang, and he understood the meaning behind her gaze:
See, it's not my fault that I have the impression the Eighth Elder is all about trickery and deceit; he admits to being a swindler the moment we meet.
"If you had said so earlier! I'm most familiar with talisman matters!" The Eighth Elder laughed heartily, proud of his achievements in talisman crafting.
"What type do you need, attack talismans or defense talismans? How many? Just say the word, Sister, and I can make it happen!"
"Tribulation Crossing and Semi-Immortal talismans are challenging, but I can make Body Fusion talismans."
The Sixth Elder shook her head: "We don't need talismans of such high grades. My disciple has an idea that requires your expertise with talismans."
The Eighth Elder looked at Tao Yaoye with interest: "Let's hear it?"
Tao Yaoye repeated the conversation she had with Lu Yang.
The Eighth Elder's eyes sparkled with excitement, and he found Tao Yaoye more and more pleasing: "What a novel idea. How about it, interested in becoming my disciple?"
"Since you don't seem to be researching your Immortal Fairy Body, there's probably no point in staying under your current master's name. Your illusion technique is perfect for scamming with me."
Such quick-witted individuals are suited to be his disciples.
He also knew that Lu Yang was sharp-minded, but he didn't have the guts to snatch him from Yun Zhi.
Tao Yaoye was startled and silently vowed to delve into researching the Immortal Fairy Body as soon as she returned, lest her master have a change of heart and make her become the Eighth Elder's disciple.
"Enough, Eighth Junior Brother, stop scaring her. Let's talk about the talismans. Can you make them?"
The Eighth Elder stroked his chin and chuckled: "Sister, you're doubting my abilities. There's no difficulty in creating such talismans; I can draw them with ease."
Lu Yang added two more requirements: "It would be best if they could be mass-produced, and they need to be affordable."
"They must not harm mortals."
Too sophisticated illusions can leave mortals confused even after escaping the illusion, unable to distinguish between fantasy and reality.
The Eighth Elder showed a troubled expression: "It's easy to make them harmless to mortals, but mass production is more complicated."
"You may not be aware, but talismans have never been successfully mass-produced to date, not even the most basic Strength Talismans."
"A few fellow Daoists and I have studied this issue. Our initial idea was to use engraving like printing banknotes, which would significantly reduce the cost of talismans."
Those who could discuss talismans with the Eighth Elder were naturally top-notch experts in the field.
"But we found that it didn't work. Every stroke of a talisman must be infused with spirit, energy, and mind. This stumped 99% of cultivators aspiring to be talisman masters. The requirements for engraving talismans are even higher, demanding one's spirit, energy, and mind to be infused into the template's gaps simultaneously."
"It's not that no talisman master can do it, but the number of masters capable of this is too few for large-scale production."
"We also considered whether puppets could make talismans, but since puppets lack spirit, energy, and mind, they can't craft talismans at all."
"In short, we've tried many methods without success, so the matter was shelved."
"Tao Yaoye's illusions last between half an hour to an hour, which is considered large-scale. High-grade talismans can achieve this, but they can't be mass-produced."
Lu Yang fell into deep thought. He had no prior knowledge of talismans and didn't realize there would be such difficulties. Suddenly, he had an idea: "I remember formations can also trap people in illusions, right? What if we combine talismans with formations?"
The Eighth Elder hummed in surprise, quickly calculating and finding this method might be feasible.
"Great idea! If we simplify both the talismans and formations to Qi Refining level and then combine them, it can be done!"
"After simplification, Qi Refining cultivators could produce them!"
"I'm not skilled in formations, so I need to consult with Second Brother. You go back and wait; we'll inform you once we have a conclusion!" The Eighth Elder, eager to act, dashed toward the herb garden.
At that moment, Lu Yang received a transmission from his eldest senior sister.
"Come back, the cultivation method is ready."
Lu Yang was delighted; his eldest senior sister's efficiency was as high as ever—it had only been half a day, and she had already finished.
Lu Yang cautiously approached the foot of Tianmen Peak, making sure the puppet wasn't blocking his way before he felt safe to ascend.
All the way up, he was on guard for a puppet ambush, but fortunately, everything went smoothly, and the puppet didn't trouble him.
Reaching the summit of Tianmen Peak, his eldest senior sister sat quietly at a stone table sipping tea, the puppet dutifully serving her, a stark contrast to its treatment of Lu Yang.
On the table lay a brand-new cultivation method, the Golden Elixir chapter of "Insight into the Heart and Nature."
"Try cultivating it. I've modified some parts based on the method you originally wrote."
Lu Yang treasured the gift; his eldest senior sister was truly reliable, far more so than the Immortal Fairy who kept pestering him to learn the art of feigning death. Unlike the Immortal Fairy, his senior sister provided him with a cultivation method.
Her handwriting was a reflection of her—neat, beautiful, and cool.
Since it was written according to Lu Yang's ideas, he quickly got the hang of it. After reading it through twice, he had memorized it and was ready to circulate his energy.
Following the method's theory, Lu Yang focused his intention on a stream of spiritual energy, guiding it to circulate methodically within his body.
He soon completed a full cycle, indicating he had entered the threshold of the cultivation method.
Lu Yang was brimming with confidence: "I truly am a once-in-an-eon genius, the strongest there is!"
He felt that cultivation came naturally to him, and no one could match his talent.
His gaze fell on his eldest senior sister, who was delicately savoring her tea.
Even she was no match for him!
"Wait, that's not right!" Lu Yang suddenly realized, even with his slow reaction, that something was amiss.
He would have to be incredibly reckless to conclude that "even my senior sister is no match for me," a thought completely devoid of logic.
"It's the Invincible Pill. The Invincible Pill has given me unshakable confidence, but I've always been able to suppress such thoughts with logic. 'Insight into the Heart and Nature' has amplified the Invincible Pill's confidence, making me feel invincible!"
Lu Yang, unable to control his body, charged at his senior sister, while the Invincible Pill incessantly warned him against such behavior.
【Please commit suicide immediately to maintain a 100% win rate】
【Please commit suicide immediately to maintain a 100% win rate】
The Invincible Pill relentlessly urged Lu Yang to maintain a perfect win rate.
The eldest senior sister raised an eyelid, realizing she had overlooked this aspect of the Invincible Pill when writing the cultivation method.
Fortunately, Lu Yang was experienced in handling crises and quickly reacted.
"Summon Soldiers from Beans!"
Lu Yang handed control of his body over to the Immortal Fairy, who was enjoying the spectacle.
"Eh? Eh??"
The Immortal Fairy was shocked, having been merely a spectator, and now she was suddenly part of the commotion.
She controlled Lu Yang's unruly body, attacking the senior sister, only to be flicked away with a finger.
Lu Yang successfully maintained his undefeated record.