Chapter 8: Ling Qingzhu

"Shape Creation Realm Advanced!"

Feeling his current strength, Lin Langtian's lips curved into a slight smile, expressing satisfaction.

In fact, he had the opportunity just now to break through to the Qi Forming Realm, but advancing in cultivation too quickly wasn't always beneficial. If one's foundation became unstable, it would lead to significant losses.

In less than a month, he had progressed from the Primordial Spirit Realm's Consummation Stage to the Half-Step Energy Creation Realm, which was a huge leap. But excess can be harmful.

"This Golden Spirit Wheel Mirror is truly remarkable..." Thinking of its terrifying suction power, Lin Langtian couldn't help but marvel.

He hadn't expected to finally enjoy some protagonist treatment himself...

After breaking through, Lin Langtian didn't immediately leave the clan's treasury. Instead, he chose to stay inside and consolidate his realm.

Another three days passed, and when Lin Langtian opened his eyes again, he had firmly mastered the powerful aura within him. He felt as if he had shed all impurities, making it impossible for even Nirvana Realm experts to detect his current strength.

"Alright, I can leave now..." Concealing his breakthrough aura, Lin Langtian muttered to himself with a faint smile.

Half a month ago, he had just achieved Shape Creation Realm Initial Stage. If his breakthrough to Form Realm Perfection was discovered so soon, it would inevitably arouse speculation within the clan. Although he was currently the strongest among the younger generation of the Lin Clan, familial bonds were often overshadowed by self-interest.

To prevent such situations, Lin Langtian had spent a few extra days in seclusion in the clan's treasury to conceal his breakthrough aura.

Outside the treasury, with Lin Langtian's emergence, the tightly closed stone door that had been shut for almost half a month slowly opened with a rumble.

"How did it go, Langtian? What grade of spiritual treasure did you obtain?" As the stone door opened, Lin Zhi and several others quickly approached, then turned to the young figure that slowly emerged.

"Hehe, not disappointing at all. I acquired a ground-grade spiritual treasure, the 'Spirit Wheel Mirror.'" When mentioning the Spirit Wheel Mirror, Lin Langtian's eyes flashed, clearly choosing not to disclose the changes that had occurred.

Naturally, Lin Zhi and the others didn't inquire further. Instead, they congratulated him, "Congratulations, Langtian. To possess a earth-grade spiritual treasure at such a young age places you among the top talents of the younger generation in the Great Yan Empire. One day, you will surely become the number one genius of the Great Yan Empire."

Despite their praise, Lin Langtian merely smiled faintly, not taking their words to heart.

What was the Great Yan Empire compared to his goals? His sights were set much higher.

However, just as Lin Langtian was about to bid them farewell, Lin Zhi suddenly remembered something and stopped him, saying, "Oh right, Langtian, I had something to inform you earlier, but I was too overjoyed with your breakthrough to remember it. The person is about to arrive."

"Oh, who is it?" Hearing this, Lin Langtian asked in confusion.

"A disciple sent by a super sect to the Great Yan Dynasty. Her name seems to be... Ling Qingzhu," Lin Zhi said slowly.

"Ling Qingzhu?"

Hearing this name, Lin Langtian was momentarily stunned, then a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes.

He was certainly not unfamiliar with this name. She was the female protagonist from the original timeline, the lover of Lin Dong. Not only did she have a strong background, but her talent was also astonishing, making her the dream goddess of many young men.

Recalling the memories in his mind, it was likely that at this moment, Ling Qingzhu, the beloved daughter of heaven, was about to arrive in the Great Yan Empire, and under the manipulation of fate, she would have a fateful encounter with Lin Dong...

"Yes, this Ling Qingzhu seems to be from a super sect, with a strong background and talent. About half a month ago, the imperial family began preparing a welcoming ceremony. Even a grand auction will be held in the imperial capital in a month, inviting all the elites of the empire, including you, Langtian. If you have the time, it's a good opportunity to visit. After all, if you successfully pass the Hundred Dynasties Great War's challenge, you will probably join these super sects eventually. It's good to establish a connection with this disciple from a super sect in advance," Lin Zhi suggested.

Upon hearing this, Lin Langtian frowned slightly, but he didn't agree with Lin Zhi's suggestion.

Who was Ling Qingzhu? She was the next successor of the Nine Heavens Taiqing Palace, a super sect. With her background and talent, she probably viewed the Great Yan Empire as insignificant, and the so-called geniuses of the Great Yan Empire were nothing more than talented ants in her eyes.

With his current strength, even though he was considered top-notch in the Great Yan Empire, he still fell far short of Ling Qingzhu's standards.

Therefore, Lin Langtian had no intention of seeking her out, even though she was Ling Qingzhu.

However, although he had no interest in attending Ling Qingzhu's welcoming ceremony, Lin Langtian decided to go to the imperial capital.

After all, the auction hosted by the imperial family presented an opportunity. He believed that the imperial family would bring out some rare treasures to welcome Ling Qingzhu. If they couldn't present something impressive, it would be embarrassing in front of someone like her.

With this in mind, Lin Langtian decided to see if he could find some useful items at the auction.

"Well, thank you for informing me, Elder Lin. I'll prepare myself and head to the imperial capital." Lin Langtian thanked Lin Zhi with a slight bow.

"Hehe, no need to be polite." Lin Zhi smiled and waved his hand.

When Lin Zhi mentioned Ling Qingzhu, Lin Langtian suddenly remembered something and asked Lin Zhi, "Is there a healing pill in the clan that can restore the body's vitality damaged by elemental energy, preventing one from cultivating?"

"Oh, the body being damaged by elemental energy and unable to cultivate?" Hearing this, Lin Zhi was surprised and looked at him with astonishment, then pondered, "If this person's strength is below the Primordial Spirit Realm, the clan's Green Wood Spirit Pill can help them recover.

But if this person's strength is above the Primordial Spirit Realm, only the imperial family would have such a pill."

"Below the Elemental Dan Realm, the Green Wood Spirit Pill..." Hearing this, Lin Langtian murmured softly, then a hint of joy flashed in his eyes. If he remembered correctly, Lin Xiao, Lin Dong's father, was at the Heavenly Spirit Realm, not surpassing the Primordial Spirit Realm.

Thinking of this, Lin Langtian said to Lin Zhi, "I have a favor to ask, Elder Lin. Could you help me find someone within the clan who has a significant relationship with the Lin family branch in Flame City?

Elder Lin, please find this person for me. I need to instruct them to do something for me."

"Flame City branch?" Hearing Lin Langtian's strange request, Lin Zhi was puzzled, giving him a curious glance before nodding.

Although he didn't know the reason behind it, since Lin Langtian had given an order, as a member of his faction, Lin Zhi naturally wouldn't refuse.

"Alright, leave it to me..."