Record of a Demon's Cultivation-Chapter 403: Spellcraft Gathering

Translator: Cinder Translations

The white-haired elder nodded with a confident smile on his face.

"Our Myriad Treasures Pavilion has stood strong in the black market for over a hundred years, specializing in all kinds of spiritual treasures. Naturally, we have our own artifact refiners. As for their grade, it's not convenient to disclose. But rest assured, fellow Daoist, regardless of the type of spiritual treasure you need, we can craft it for you."

"Can you refine magical treasures?" Song Wen asked.

"What?! You wish to refine a magical treasure? Could it be that you are..."

The elder's eyes widened in shock as he abruptly stood up, bowing deeply.

"It is my poor eyesight that failed to recognize senior as a Golden Core cultivator..."

Before he could finish, Song Wen interrupted him.

"You misunderstand. I am not a Golden Core cultivator. My master is, and he has instructed me to commission a magical treasure."

Hearing this, the elder's expression turned skeptical.

He extended his spiritual sense, scanning Song Wen's body multiple times. After confirming that Song Wen's cultivation was merely at the late Foundation Establishment stage, the elder slowly let go of his initial shock.

"Our Myriad Treasures Pavilion indeed has the capability to refine magical treasures, but the process is time-consuming. Moreover, the materials required for such refinement are rare, making the costs significant."

Song Wen nodded in understanding.

Refining magical treasures wasn't easy; it naturally required substantial time and spirit stones.

"If I provide the primary materials, how much would it cost to refine a short-blade magical treasure?"

The elder looked troubled and replied, "Esteemed guest, this puts me in a difficult position. Every magical treasure is unique, and the required materials vary greatly. As a Foundation Establishment cultivator, I cannot arbitrarily determine the price for a magical treasure. If you're serious about commissioning one, please return three days from now at midnight. At that time, a third-grade artifact refiner will personally discuss the refinement details and costs with you."

Song Wen didn't respond directly. Instead, he asked, "May I know your name, fellow Daoist?"

"I am Tian Zhou," the elder replied.

"Greetings, Daoist Tian. I am Wu Sheng. Three days from now, I will certainly return to your esteemed shop. However, under my master's orders, I also need to purchase some third- grade spiritual medicines. Could you grant me a favor and allow me to participate in tonight's exchange gathering?"

Tian Zhou said, "Daoist Wu, I'm afraid you'll be disappointed. Our store's exchange gatherings are exclusively for Foundation Establishment cultivators, and it's rare to find third-grade materials there. If you're looking for third-grade materials, come here on the night of the tenth day of the month. I will personally take you to the 'Treasure Gathering,' where third-grade spiritual medicines will be available."

Song Wen's deep gaze locked onto Tian Zhou, his eyes contemplative.

This man, Tian Zhou, seemed to be someone who wouldn't act unless there was something in it for him.

By inviting Song Wen to the so-called Treasure Gathering on the tenth night, his true intention was to observe whether Song Wen would genuinely commission the magical treasure in three days.

Only then would he decide whether to take Song Wen to the Treasure Gathering.

"Is what you said true?" Song Wen asked.

"Our Myriad Treasures Pavilion values its reputation. Rest assured, Daoist Wu," Tian Zhou replied.

Song Wen stood up. "Very well, I'll return in three days."

The following day.

Song Wen meditated in his cave dwelling.

He consumed a Blood Spirit Pill and circulated the Corpse King Rebirth Art to refine the pill's spiritual power.

At the same time, he occasionally swallowed a drop of Yin Fiend Dew.

Over time, through extensive inquiries across Fang City, Song Wen had acquired a

compendium of spiritual medicines.

By cross-referencing the properties and appearances, he had mastered the differing names of identical medicines between the Tianyuan Continent and the Chaotic Sea. With this, he had gathered all the ingredients needed to refine Blood Spirit Pills and Beast Refining Pills.

With this, the feeding problem of the Sacred Gu and Song Wen's cultivation issues were both resolved.

Back when his cultivation was still at the Foundation Establishment stage, consuming a Blood Spirit Pill always brought intense abdominal pain.

The pill's strain on his body was so severe that he could only consume one every three days.

However, after advancing to the Golden Core stage, such concerns would no longer exist.

At the same time, the effects of the Blood Spirit Pill on his cultivation growth were no longer

as significant as during his Foundation Establishment days.

In the Chaotic Sea, relations between righteous and demonic cultivators were relatively harmonious.

Although the Xing family was a righteous faction, it was common to see demonic cultivators within Fang City.

Thus, Song Wen's cultivation of the Corpse King Rebirth Art didn't attract much attention.

Moreover, his cave dwelling was protected by several arrays. Unless a Nascent Soul cultivator deliberately probed, was almost impossible for anyone to detect corpse aura within.

Suddenly.

Song Wen sensed movement within his storage ring-a communication jade slip was faintly

trembling.

After slowly concluding his cultivation, Song Wen retrieved the jade slip.

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It was a message from Xing Zhang, inviting him to meet at the Listening Wind Pavilion.

The message didn't specify the reason for the meeting.

Before long, Song Wen arrived at the Listening Wind Pavilion.

In a small courtyard, Song Wen met Xing Zhang.

"Daoist Xing, you invited me here-may I ask what it's about?" Song Wen inquired.

Xing Zhang didn't respond directly. Instead, he frowned, his tone carrying a hint of reproach. "Wei Ding, I've been waiting here for half an hour. I don't want this to happen again."

Song Wen quickly apologized, his face filled with remorse.

"My apologies, Daoist Xing. I was delayed by some matters earlier. From now on, I won't dare

to keep you waiting, no matter the circumstance."

Xing Zhang nodded, seemingly satisfied.

"This time, I've summoned you to teach me thunder techniques," Xing Zhang declared with

an air of entitlement, showing no trace of a request.

Song Wen looked puzzled. "I lack a strong talent in thunder techniques, and their power is mediocre. I fear I may not be qualified to teach you."

Xing Zhang replied arrogantly, "While your talent in thunder techniques is average, mine is extraordinary. It's just that in the past, I never focused on cultivating thunder techniques, so I haven't even grasped the basics yet."

"Given your outstanding talent, you should seek out a master to guide you. Having me teach you might delay your progress," Song Wen suggested.

Xing Zhang retorted, "Under normal circumstances, I wouldn't let an amateur like you teach me. However, the Spellcraft Gathering is approaching, and many Xing family members are eager to showcase their skills. Renowned masters in Fang City, including those skilled in thunder techniques, have all been sought out. I missed the opportunity to invite a master due to my recent training outside the city. My mother has already sent people to search elsewhere, and once they find someone, you won't need to teach me anymore."

Hearing this, Song Wen's curiosity was piqued. "Spellcraft Gathering? I've never heard of it."

Xing Zhang tilted his head slightly, his expression filled with pride.

"Of course, you haven't heard of it. The Spellcraft Gathering is being held for the first time, initiated by my elder brother, Xing Li Ren. He has invited all cultivators in the Chaotic Sea to Fang Island to explore the mysteries of Spellcraft."

"The gathering adopts a 'friendship through techniques' format, where cultivators are grouped based on their cultivation stage and spell types. They'll compete to determine the strongest spell user at each level, with generous rewards for the winners."

"My elder brother's purpose for organizing the Spellcraft Gathering is twofold: to promote exchange among cultivators and to enhance the prestige of the Xing family."

"When the time comes, a large number of cultivators from various factions, as well as many rogue cultivators, will flock to Fang City. The city will undoubtedly be bustling, an unprecedented spectacle."

Xing Zhang's face was filled with pride, as though he alone had masterminded the entire

Spellcraft Gathering.

(End of the Chapter)

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