Chapter 908: Profound Ice Flame's Refinement Conditions, the Roar atop Nine Heavens Peak

Chapter 908: Chapter 375: Profound Ice Flame’s Refinement Conditions, the Roar atop Nine Heavens Peak

“Yin Bone Ghost Fire, ranked twenty-fifth on the Heaven and Earth Spirit Fire List.”

Chu Ning’s Divine Sense swept over the Jade Scroll, which recorded the Heaven and Earth Spirit Fire List, and discovered that the last rank on this list was the twenty-fifth.

Inwardly, he couldn’t help but feel a slight surprise.

“There are actually twenty-five types of these Heaven and Earth Spirit Fires?”

Saying this, Chu Ning began to read further, memorizing the names of each Spiritual Fire one by one.

When he had read halfway, he finally came across a familiar name.

“Earth Vein Essence Fire, ranked twelfth on the Heaven and Earth Spirit Fire List.”

Though Chu Ning had seen the introduction to this Earth Vein Essence Fire before and even understood the method of refinement,

he had seen it elsewhere, but now he had refined the Earth Vein Essence Fire,

so at this moment, he began to seriously study it.

According to the introduction on this Jade Scroll, the Earth Vein Essence Fire generally requires a Nascent Soul Cultivator to refine it.

But if a Golden Core Cultivator’s Magical Power is strong, and they master a special Secret Technique, they can also refine it.

After refinement, its attack power is immense, and its potency can vary based on one’s own cultivation level.

After refinement by a Golden Core Cultivator, the strongest power it can exert is equivalent to the Samadhi True Flame of an Early Stage Nascent Soul Cultivator.

However, if a Nascent Soul Cultivator drives it with the Samadhi True Flame, its power is even greater.

“So I haven’t truly unleashed the full power of this Earth Vein Essence Fire, no wonder it didn’t feel that strong during combat.”

Chu Ning muttered to himself while continuing to read the subsequent content introductions.

As he understood, the strongest application of the Earth Vein Essence Fire is not in combat, but in Artifact Refining.

The world is filled with various Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures, and there are many materials that even a Nascent Soul Cultivator’s Samadhi True Flame cannot refine.

But if combined with the Earth Vein Essence Fire, it can refine them for use in crafting various Magical Treasures.

“The reason Ancient Treasures are called Ancient Treasures, and why the Refining Methods haven’t been passed down,

is likely due to the disappearance of this Earth Vein Essence Fire.”

As he read the introduction regarding the Earth Vein Essence Fire, Chu Ning mused.

Initially, Ancient Cultivators utilized the Earth Vein Essence Fire to create many potent Ancient Treasures.

Later, as cultivator numbers increased, leading to extensive use of Earth Fire, the Earth Vein Essence Fire gradually became scarce.

This resulted in some Ancient Treasures being impossible to refine even with known Refining Methods.

Gradually, these Refining Methods themselves were lost as well.

After reading about the Earth Vein Essence Fire, Chu Ning continued looking at the few Heaven and Earth Spirit Fires ranked above it.

Before long, he discovered the existence of the Profound Ice Flame.

“Profound Ice Flame, ranked sixth on the Heaven and Earth Spirit Fire List.”

Chu Ning’s eyes lit up slightly when he saw the name of the Profound Ice Flame and immediately began to study it closely.

Regarding this flame, Chu Ning could infer a thing or two merely from its name.

This Spiritual Fire contains powerful Ice and Fire Powers, with great potency if used against enemies.

However, what truly drew Chu Ning’s attention was the introduction about the refinement method for this Heaven and Earth Spirit Fire.

“Nascent Soul Cultivator, possessing Ice Spirit Root!

If there is no Ice Spirit Root, refining this fire requires at least a Middle Stage Nascent Soul cultivation.”

After reading, Chu Ning inwardly sighed in relief.

He had indeed considered refining this Profound Ice Flame before, but back then, he reckoned his cultivation was insufficient.

According to the Jade Scroll’s introduction, refining the Profound Ice Flame surprisingly requires an Early Stage Nascent Soul Cultivator, preferably with an Ice Spirit Root.

Without an Ice Spirit Root, one would need a Middle Stage Nascent Soul cultivation.

Thinking about how he was fortunate not to impulsively attempt refining the Profound Ice Flame, Chu Ning began contemplating the matter of the Ice Spirit Root.

When he refreshed his Ren Water Spirit Body, Chu Ning acquired its Hidden Divine Talent:

cultivating with Water Attribute Cultivation Techniques has a certain probability of awakening an Ice Spirit Root.

The Five Elements Chaos Technique he practices naturally includes Water Attribute Cultivation Methods.

Based on his past experience, Chu Ning had basically determined the potential for a refresh, though the timing remained unknown.

At this moment, Chu Ning glanced at his cultivation progress.

[Five Elements Chaos Technique (Celestial Tier Middle Grade), Third Layer (33400/200000)]

[Nine Derivations Body Refining Technique, Volume Two, Second Layer (67040/90000)]

[Refining Spirit Technique, Fourth Layer (64000/64000)]

“Maybe it’s when the Five Elements Chaos Technique reaches Third Layer Perfection, or when the proficiency reaches 100000.

Perhaps, the probability is greater at 100000 proficiency?

After all, after reaching Perfection, the next time the talent refreshes.”

Chu Ning murmured to himself.

He had previously experienced talents refreshing midway through proficiency.

For now, since he couldn’t yet achieve either the Ice Spirit Root or the Early Stage Nascent Soul, Chu Ning wasn’t in a hurry.

Chu Ning continued curiously to read further.

The Profound Ice Flame was already so difficult to refine, yet it was only ranked sixth.

What about the top five, then?

“Ranked fifth, Nether Demon Flame.

Ranked fourth, Black Tortoise Thunderfire.

Both require a Nascent Soul Late Stage to refine, and neither has documented Refining Methods.”

When Chu Ning continued reading, he was slightly taken aback.

The fourth and fifth ranks simply lacked Refining Methods.

Yet the top three flames were entirely blank, not even names were recorded.

“It seems that previous elders of the Jiuhua Sect had collected some information on the Heaven and Earth Spirit Fires, but it was incomplete.”

Though Chu Ning felt a touch of regret, he immediately replicated the whole Jade Scroll anyway.

For him, the greatest usefulness of the Heaven and Earth Spirit Fire List was clear, as it contained the Refining Method for the Profound Ice Flame.

With the replicated Jade Scroll, Chu Ning left the Alchemy Pavilion and went straight back to his Celestial Mist Peak without greeting anyone else.

Seeing Cen Zijin still cultivating, he returned to his own Cultivation Room and began to study the newly acquired Pill Formula.

Chu Ning was already quite adept at modifying Pill Formulas.

However, after examining the Pill Formula he possessed, he found it required fewer modifications than his previous one.

After spending several days going over it, Chu Ning determined a few Spirit Medicines to substitute, then started testing the refining process.

With fewer Spirit Medicines replaced, this took considerably less time compared to Chu Ning’s previous attempts at Pill Formula modifications.

Additionally, with abundant materials in the Alchemy Pavilion, Chu Ning completed the Elixir refining in one month.

Walking out of the cave mansion’s alchemy room, Chu Ning was preparing to enter the cultivation room.

He saw Cen Zijin slowly walking out of her cultivation room. Originally, her refreshing face now seemed even more captivating due to the presence of a faint smile.

Seeing this, Chu Ning smiled and asked, “Is the cultivation of the Profound Water Divine Technique going smoothly?”

Cen Zijin slightly nodded.

“The cultivation and transformation of Magical Power have been completely accomplished; indeed, this cultivation technique is much stronger than the one I practiced before.

Coupled with the aid of the Jade Bed, the advancement in Magical Power has been much quicker compared to before.

Within three years, I should be able to promote to the Middle Stage of Golden Core.”

“That’s good news!” Chu Ning’s eyes lit up slightly after hearing this.

“If there are Spirit Pill and Wondrous Medicines to assist, this time can definitely be greatly shortened.”

While speaking, Chu Ning extended his hand and took out several Jade Bottles from the Storage Bag and handed them over.

“What are these?”

Cen Zijin took them in hand, her face showing a hint of confusion.

“I’ve specially refined Spirit Pills for use with the Profound Water Divine Technique, which should be suitable for you to take during this phase.”

Chu Ning explained.

During this time, he had been consistently researching the refining of Elixirs, and aside from what he needed, he certainly hadn’t forgotten what Cen Zijin needed.

Although Chu Ning hadn’t cultivated the Profound Water Divine Technique himself, he had previously pondered it together with Cen Zijin.

He had a rough understanding of the technique’s characteristics, and by slightly modifying some existing Elixirs, he managed to develop a new one.

Upon hearing Chu Ning’s words, Cen Zijin looked over with gentle affection in her bright eyes.

Without saying much, she took them from Chu Ning and placed the Elixirs into her Storage Bag.

Then, she said softly, “Would you like some Spirit Tea?”

“That would be delightful!” Chu Ning immediately smiled.

“Ever since coming to Jiuhua Sect, I’ve been busy. I haven’t had the chance to taste the Spirit Tea brewed by Fairy Cen.

By the way, I obtained a kind of Spirit Tea called Mandarin Duck Flower Tea in the Northern Cold Land. Its appearance and taste are both superb.

Why not brew this tea and give it a try?”

While speaking, Chu Ning took out the Mandarin Duck Flower from the Storage Bag.

“Mandarin Duck Flower Tea,” Cen Zijin softly repeated the name, her bright eyes gently blinking.

“The name of this tea is rather poetic; was it given to you by some Immortal?”

Chu Ning’s expression remained calm.

“I’ve always been a Loose Cultivator in the Northern Cold Land, who would gift me any tea?”

Hearing this, Cen Zijin pursed her lips and smiled, reaching out to take it from Chu Ning. She took out the tea set and began preparing the tea.

At that moment, Chu Ning lifted his head and uttered a light “Hmm”.

Upon hearing Chu Ning’s reaction, Cen Zijin’s actions slightly paused.

“What’s wrong?”

“Senior Sister Cheng is here!”

Cen Zijin immediately said:

“Previously, she mentioned using a Communication Talisman to discuss something important with me. I think she has decided to join the Sect.

Chu Ning nodded, then reminded:

“By the way, the elixirs I just gave you were refined using a special method and might not be suitable for other cultivators.

If your Senior Sister Cheng or others need elixirs, I can refine more separately. These elixirs shouldn’t be shared with them.”

It’s not that Chu Ning was reluctant, but because these elixirs were specifically refined for Cen Zijin, he used the Spirit Refining Method.

Chu Ning was also concerned that if these elixirs fell into others’ hands, they might inadvertently cause trouble.

Cen Zijin nodded slightly, indicating she understood.

While they were speaking, Cheng Qinghui arrived, and Chu Ning welcomed her into the cave mansion.

Cheng Qinghui saw them and didn’t hesitate to speak up:

“Elder Chu, Junior Sister Cen, over the past two months, we have gained a rough understanding of Jiuhua Sect.

Everyone highly appreciates Jiuhua Sect. After much discussion, we have decided to formally join Jiuhua Sect.”

“That’s wonderful!”

Chu Ning smiled upon hearing this.

“Each of Senior Sister Cheng’s group possesses Divine Techniques, and the entire sect will surely welcome you warmly.”

Cheng Qinghui then smiled and said:

“When it comes to being welcomed in Jiuhua Sect, none surpasses Elder Chu.

Walking through the sect, praises and discussions about you can be heard everywhere.”

Cheng Qinghui’s words were not exaggerated.

After returning, Chu Ning made appearances in the Artifact Refining Pavilion, Array Pavilion, and Alchemy Pavilion consecutively.

His accomplishments in artifact refining, arrays, and alchemy have greatly impressed the cultivators in these pavilions.

These three pavilions are frequently engaged with by the sect’s cultivators, spreading praises throughout the sect.

“That’s all thanks to the love from fellow sect members.”

Chu Ning responded, then suggested:

“Senior Sister Cheng, since that’s the case, why don’t we go directly to find the Sect Leader and discuss this matter?”

“Sounds good,” Cheng Qinghui nodded slightly.

Immediately, Chu Ning couldn’t wait for Cen Zijin to brew tea, and the three of them flew towards Nine Heavens Peak.

“Ah!!”

The moment before they left Celestial Mist Peak, a pain-laden shout suddenly echoed above Jiuhua Sect.

The three were drawn to this loud shout and instinctively looked toward the source of the sound.

Chu Ning’s brow furrowed slightly.

“From the sound, it seems to be in the direction of Nine Heavens Peak, this sound…”

Before Chu Ning could finish, another shout echoed.

“Ah!”

This time, the shout carried even more madness compared to the previous pain.

In the next instant, a figure shot straight up from the direction of Nine Heavens Peak.

“Master Tang?”

Seeing this figure, Chu Ning’s expression tightened.

This figure was none other than Tang Xuan, the Supreme Elder of Jiuhua Sect.