Immortality begins with Becoming an Alchemy Grandmaster

Chapter 1635: Chapter 603: In the Snap of a Finger, Five Years Passed, Tool Casting Master Qingyang Zi

Time flows like silk, the years falter and fade.

The waves of heaven easily dissipate, fleeting moments are hard to seize.

In the blink of an eye, five years have passed in an instant.

For the entire North Sea Cultivation World, five years are but a moment—a flicker of time where the vast ocean remains unchanged, the fields show no signs of transformation.

The so-called war between good and evil seems more like an eternal backdrop, continuing to rage fervently.

But for lower-order cultivators, five years ushers in countless changes.

Be it a small shift in one’s realm, a life-altering decision, or even the birth of a new life.

Within Longyuan Immortal City.

A man with weathered eyes was haggling endlessly over a business deal.

”Why has the price for this batch of Copper Essence changed? It’s a full twenty percent higher!”

”Daoist Zhang, let me inform you—Mount Shouyang has fallen.”

”You mean the Mount Shouyang, once deemed the richest in copper ore across the North Sea?”

”Indeed. Mount Shouyang was previously controlled by the Canghai Alliance, where large quantities of copper were steadily mined every year, with Copper Essence refined afterward. But the Mo Luo sect launched a massive invasion, coupled with Penglai Immortal Sect being drawn into the conflict on the rear flank, and Mount Shouyang, despite its fortified defenses, was forcefully taken. Without a stable Copper Essence supply, prices naturally skyrocketed.”

The cultivator sighed bitterly as he continued, ”It’s not just Copper Essence—Iron Essence, Leadwood, and even Cinnabar needed for talisman making—prices for all such foundational materials have surged due to the ongoing war.”

Seeing the fluctuating emotions on Zhang Jiadi’s face, the cultivator suddenly changed his tone.

”To be honest, your Qingyang Store isn’t that large in scale. Why demand such a massive quantity of Copper Essence?”

Zhang Jiadi frowned. ”That’s none of your concern.”

After pondering for a moment, he made up his mind.

”Fine. Supply me with three thousand pounds of Copper Essence at the price you mentioned, but the quality must be impeccable—no subpar goods allowed.”

Three thousand pounds!

Another major transaction!

Even with Copper Essence priced relatively low, at this quantity, the profits involved were already substantial.

The cultivator grinned broadly, agreeing to the deal immediately.

”Oh, by the way, before I came in, I noticed a white horse puppet displayed near your shop entrance. Consider it a bonus and give it to me!”

The other man froze for a moment. ”That’s a Second Order Puppet, capable of treading across waves and traversing the skies—a skill beyond measure. It’s valued at no less than five thousand Spirit Stones. As a free bonus...”

Yet seeing the aura of Evil Qi and intimidating presence on Zhang Jiadi—a remnant of years spent in battle—the cultivator hesitated before reluctantly agreeing.

”Fine. After all, your Qingyang Store has maintained a seamless partnership with us over the years. It’s just a puppet, after all.”

”But, Daoist Zhang, would you reconsider the proposal I made earlier?”

Zhang Jiadi waved dismissively without hesitation.

”Forget it. Right now, my Qingyang Store’s production capacity is limited. The Top Grade Magic Tools are exclusively for our shop’s sale; there’s no way I’ll wholesale them to you.”

”As for the Copper Essence, just deliver it to Wind-Ripple Pavilion near Penghu Bank on schedule. I will send someone to receive it. And as for the little white horse, I’ll take it first.”

With that, Zhang Jiadi left the inner hall and retrieved the puppet in the shop’s front yard.

Walking down the bustling street, he was filled with deep contemplation.

If he were to count the true turning points in his life, life-defining moments that changed his trajectory, there’d only be three.

The first was when he acquired Immortal Law, mastered True Skill, and embarked on the Qi Refinement path. It was then that he transcended mundane existence and became an Immortal Cultivator.

The second was when he saved the woman he loved—forming a bond with Wen Xiu. This fallen yet noble lady expanded his horizons, bringing him out of his isolated island existence into the Ten Thousand Immortals Gathering. Not only did his knowledge and experiences grow, but his cultivation level also advanced to the Late Stage Foundation Establishment.

And the third—meeting Elder Qingyang!

Since encountering Elder Qingyang, his once meager and predictable existence was suddenly infused with hope.

Not only was his baby daughter born safely, but he also established an Immortal Cultivation Clan on Penghu Lotus Picking Island. Leveraging Elder Qingyang’s reputation, he even opened a shop in Longyuan Immortal City.

This shop, named after Elder Qingyang, was the result of years of accumulated connections and marks his family’s enterprise.

Most of the shop’s resources were resales, earning only slim profits, with hardly any ambitious expectations—acting merely as a steady source of family income.

To his surprise, three years ago, Elder Qingyang suddenly handed him a Magic Tool to sell.

The tool’s rank wasn’t high—Lower Grade—but its craftsmanship was notably exceptional.

Even amongst Lower Grade Magic Tools, it was of superior quality.

Yet that wasn’t all!

As time passed, over three years, Elder Qingyang provided him with more tools—and the quantity only increased.

The quality of the tools also rose steadily!

Most notably, the most recent contribution from Elder Qingyang was a barrier-type Magic Tool. Though it was Ascendant Grade in rank, its defensive properties were extraordinarily formidable—on par with Top Grade Magic Tools!

The moment it was unveiled, it became the Qingyang Store’s most prized treasure, drawing considerable attention.

If not for the steward of Longyuan Immortal City suggesting its inclusion in the next Longyuan Auction lineup, Zhang Jiadi would have already sold it for a high price.

In conclusion, the previously unimpressive Qingyang Store had developed flagship goods thanks to Elder Qingyang’s tools.

Across the vast expanse of Longyuan Immortal City, the store gradually secured its foothold.

Consequently, the shop’s other businesses grew increasingly prosperous as well.

”Profits are steadily rising, Spirit Stones flowing in more abundantly. Combined with Elder Qingyang’s occasional guidance, perhaps one day I, Zhang Jiadi, might catch a glimpse of the Golden Core Dao.”

Laden with thoughts, Zhang Jiadi returned to his humble shop in the southern part of the city.