My Golden Core is a Star, do you call this cultivating?

Chapter 95: This is Called Foundation Establishment!

Hearing about the Black Chicken Old Demon, Qi Yuan's heart tightened.

One could say that the Black Chicken Old Demon had always been like a sword hanging over Qi Yuan's head.

A mid-stage Nascent Soul cultivator, suspected to be on the verge of breaking through to the late-stage Nascent Soul, the Black Chicken Old Demon had given him immense pressure.

Since killing Chu Tianxiong and destroying the Black Mountain Sect, Qi Yuan had always felt a thorn in his side—the Black Chicken Old Demon.

Now, seeing nine Nascent Soul cultivators in the room, Qi Yuan had an exciting guess.

He then heard the old man with the cane say, "The Black Chicken Old Demon is a demonic cultivator, wreaking havoc in our Great Shang cultivation world, wantonly slaughtering our fellow cultivators.

The Black Mountain Sect has been tyrannical, committing heinous crimes.

Now, we have located the Black Chicken Old Demon. We must strike swiftly to kill him!"

The Black Chicken Old Demon was one of the few mid-stage Nascent Soul cultivators in the Great Shang cultivation world, only a step away from the late-stage Nascent Soul.

Additionally, the Black Chicken Old Demon had no sect, was skilled in escape techniques, and was unpredictable, so the major sects in the Great Shang cultivation world were reluctant to provoke him.

However, now that the Black Chicken Old Demon’s lair had been found and he was in seclusion to break through, they had gathered together to eliminate him.

Of course, Qi Yuan believed that the main reason was that the Black Chicken Old Demon was about to break through to the late-stage Nascent Soul.

Once he did, the balance of power in the Great Shang cultivation world would truly change.

These great cultivators did not want another tyrant above their heads.

"Eliminate the Black Chicken Old Demon and uphold justice for all cultivators!"

"We must kill the Black Chicken Old Demon!"

The nine Nascent Soul cultivators voiced their agreement.

The other Core Formation cultivators standing by were also excited.

Qi Yuan felt the same.

With so many Nascent Souls present, the Black Chicken Old Demon was sure to die.

A voice transmission reached Qi Yuan's ears.

"The Black Chicken Old Demon has many disciples and followers, including Core Formation and Foundation Establishment cultivators.

No matter what method you use, as long as you kill a Core Formation cultivator, you will pass my test.

This mission to eliminate the Black Chicken Old Demon is very dangerous, even for Core Formation cultivators. You can still back out now."

"No need," Qi Yuan replied. He would not back out.

In the Heavenly Dragon Immortal Realm, he had already killed many Core Formation cultivators.

To him now, Core Formation cultivators were nothing special.

And with nine Nascent Soul cultivators targeting the Black Chicken Old Demon, Qi Yuan felt no fear.

"Good. As long as you kill a Core Formation cultivator, you pass the test.

Then, I will discuss a matter with you. If you agree, I will grant you a great opportunity; if you refuse, I will give you another opportunity." Kumu Zhenjun said.

Qi Yuan agreed via voice transmission, having no objections.

After the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, the nine Nascent Soul cultivators finished discussing their plan to kill the Black Chicken Old Demon.

The group signed an agreement.

Qi Yuan and the other Core Formation cultivators did not sign.

"Let's go," the old man with the cane said, waving his hand.

All twenty-plus cultivators present were cast with a concealment spell and flew toward the depths of the Ten Thousand Demon Ridge.

Not long after, the old man with the cane stopped.

"This place is called the Six Demon Caves, with six entrances.

We will enter from the central cave and head straight for the Black Chicken Old Demon!"

The nine Nascent Soul cultivators had no objections. Disguised, they entered the central cave entrance.

At this time, a Core Formation cultivator said, "There are five other entrances. We have thirteen people, so we can form five teams."

Quickly, five teams formed.

Qi Yuan, a Foundation Establishment cultivator, was alone, as no one wanted to team up with him.

After all, this mission was extremely dangerous, and no Core Formation cultivator wanted to be dragged down by a Foundation Establishment cultivator.

Moreover, a Foundation Establishment cultivator participating in such a mission was definitely a talent valued by the sect leaders.

If such a talent died near them, they feared the wrath of Nascent Soul elders.

Better safe than sorry.

Qi Yuan did not mind being alone.

Just then, an old voice called out.

"I will team up with this young man," an old man in a black robe said, walking towards Qi Yuan.

The others looked at the old man without comment.

"Since that's settled, let's enter the caves."

The five teams entered their respective cave entrances.

Qi Yuan and the old man entered their cave.

The view turned dim.

The cave was large, with a diameter of twenty meters. The terrain inside was unique, with extremely solid rock.

Facing Qi Yuan, the old man was very courteous. "This old man’s surname is Liu, a mid-stage Core Formation cultivator. If we encounter danger, we should help each other."

His words were very polite.

A mid-stage Core Formation helping a Foundation Establishment cultivator?
No, it was entirely the Core Formation cultivator taking care of the Foundation Establishment cultivator.

The old man, Liu, spoke this way to make connections with Qi Yuan.

Qi Yuan nodded. "Alright."

Liu's face showed respect.

He was a rogue cultivator, struggling to reach the Core Formation stage. In the Great Shang Kingdom, he was a strong cultivator.

But compared to the three major sects and medium-sized sects with Nascent Soul elders, he was nothing.

Now older, with many children, he wanted to make connections with talented cultivators.

So, he risked teaming up with Qi Yuan.

He had decided to protect Qi Yuan no matter what.

Of course, this was a gamble.

If this talent was ungrateful or vicious, Liu's gamble would fail.

They flew through the cave.

"Who dares trespass in the Six Demon Caves?"

A cold shout came from ahead.

Three Foundation Establishment cultivators with magical tools blocked Qi Yuan and Liu's path.

The leader's face was fierce, filled with murderous intent and thick blood aura, indicating many killings.

Liu observed without attacking, watching Qi Yuan's reaction.

Foundation Establishment cultivators were nothing to this young talent.

He couldn't steal the spotlight from this talent.

Qi Yuan stepped forward, shouting, "Your grandpa!"

He punched, barehanded. In one move, the three Foundation Establishment cultivators turned to dust before they could react.

Qi Yuan acted swiftly and decisively, not wasting words.

Liu's eyes widened.

Three Foundation Establishment cultivators?

One punch killed them?

Even as a mid-stage Core Formation, he couldn't do it so easily.

This wasn't just talent; it was a prodigy!

Even the Great Shang Ten Heroes weren't this strong.

Liu's heart raced.

He had gambled right—this was a prodigy.

"Your strength is terrifying, even I am ashamed!" Liu praised.

He was humble. A Core Formation cultivator's strongest weapon was their Golden Core.

Once deployed, a Foundation Establishment cultivator stood no chance.

Qi Yuan sighed. "It's nothing. I know a sister, her Foundation Establishment is much stronger."

He was referring to the Ice Mountain Overlord.

She was a true master.

Liu was baffled.

If this was nothing, then the Great Shang Ten Heroes were worthless.

He couldn't describe Qi Yuan's strength.

He continued to praise, "Your friends must all be extraordinary."

After cleaning up, Liu said, "Their deaths have alerted the cultivators inside. We must hurry to prevent them from preparing."

They quickly moved deeper.

Suddenly, Liu stopped, seeing a cage ahead, looking regretful.

"The Black Chicken Old Demon deserves to die!"

In the cage were hundreds of young, naked men and women.

Their eyes were dull, suffering unknown horrors.

Even seeing Qi Yuan and Liu, they showed no reaction, having lost hope.

Qi Yuan's expression was complex.

Just then, Liu slapped his forehead, eyes flashing with fear. "This cave is guarded by Zuyuan Zhenren!

He imprisons men and women here. It must be him!
Zuyuan Zhenren, a late-stage Core Formation, the Black Chicken Old Demon's favorite disciple, with deep Daoist skills and incredible combat power!"

Liu felt impending doom.

Zuyuan Zhenren guarded this cave, they had to escape.

"Let's go quickly!"

Survival was paramount.

Without a Nascent Soul elder, Zuyuan Zhenren was invincible.

"Heh, some knowledge, but too late," a contemptuous voice said. Zuyuan Zhenren in a green robe, looking immortal.

The prisoners showed immense fear, trembling at the sight.

Liu's face was grim.

Escape... was impossible.

He bit his lip, telling Qi Yuan, "I'll hold him off, you go!
I'm Liu Guan, from Wuxue City."

This way, at least one could live.

Running alone, Zuyuan Zhenren wouldn't let him go.

Qi Yuan, a Foundation Establishment, couldn't stop Zuyuan Zhenren.

So, he revealed his name, hoping Qi Yuan would help his family if he escaped.

As for revealing his identity.

If he died, Zuyuan Zhenren would find out.

Liu Guan bit his lip, charging Zuyuan Zhenren to die heroically.

Zuyuan Zhenren smiled contemptuously, releasing his Golden Core.

The situation changed, it needed a quick battle.

Qi Yuan panicked seeing this.

"Old Liu, that's not fair, stealing my kill!"

Sect Leader Kumu said he must kill a Core Formation cultivator.

Only Zuyuan Zhenren in this cave, Qi Yuan wouldn't let Liu have him.

He drew his cleaver.

"Kill!"

He moved faster than Liu could react, reaching Zuyuan Zhenren first.

Liu's eyes widened.

How could a Foundation Establishment be this fast?
Seeing Zuyuan Zhenren's Golden Core, he shouted, "Don't touch the Golden Core!"

The biggest difference between Core Formation and Foundation Establishment was the Golden Core.

Golden Core formed with Golden Core spiritual items, condensing solidified spiritual power.

Foundation Establishment had liquid spiritual power in the dantian.

Golden Core solidified on the Golden Core spiritual item.

Indestructible, among other features.

"Humph, a mere Foundation Establishment dares enter the Six Demon Caves, courting death!"

The Golden Core emitted intense light.

Each ray was potent spiritual power.

One ray could burn a Foundation Establishment.

But Qi Yuan's cleaver ignored the light, slashing the Golden Core.

"Your Golden Core is poor quality, can't withstand my cleaver!" Qi Yuan smiled.

The indestructible Golden Core cracked.

With a snap, it shattered.

Immense spiritual energy fell like rain.

Zuyuan Zhenren's eyes widened in horror, clutching his chest. "How... how..."

His hard-earned Golden Core, shattered by a cleaver?

By a Foundation Establishment!
"Poof." He spat blood, a cleaver flash, and he was dead.

Qi Yuan wiped the blood from the cleaver.

Liu Guan, watching, was stunned.

What did he see?
A cleaver shattering a Golden Core?
This is a Foundation Establishment?

The Great Shang Ten Heroes were nothing!
This was a supreme prodigy!

He swallowed, shocked yet excited. He gambled right.

He approached Qi Yuan, even more flattering.

Suddenly, a great roar echoed.

"You won't take my Nascent Soul!"

With the roar, a tremendous explosion shook Liu Guan's soul.

His face turned pale, and he collapsed.

Qi Yuan, holding his cleaver, glared around. "Who farted so loud?"

He heard a loud fart.

No response.

Seeing Liu Guan unconscious, he muttered, "Knocked out by a fart."

…

Deep in the Six Demon Caves.

Nine Nascent Souls, tattered, in poor condition.

The cane elder had a large chest wound, bleeding.

"The Black Chicken Old Demon lives up to his name, severely wounding three of us before dying!"

"If not for Daoist holding the final soul attack, at least four of us would have died." The hunchbacked woman admired Kumu Zhenjun.

His soul strength reached late-stage Nascent Soul.

Among them, only his soul strength surpassed the Black Chicken Old Demon.

"Thank you, Daoist!"

"Thank you, Daoist!"

The others thanked Kumu Zhenjun.

He remained composed. "We should rest and leave together."

They agreed.

They couldn't separate.

Or the injured might be killed.

They didn't trust each other.

"The Black Chicken Old Demon is finally gone. The Great Shang cultivation world will have a century of peace," an elder sighed, excited.

The great cultivators were emotional.

This battle not only killed the Black Chicken Old Demon but also secured his treasures.

Meanwhile, Qi Yuan saw Liu Guan would take a while to wake.

He turned. "That fart was ridiculous, knocked out a man, and revived a dead one!"

He saw Zuyuan Zhenren revived.