Chapter 664 - 525: Verification

The Profound Leaf Sword Bamboo in the little world has all reached Tier Two Upper Grade. With these sword bamboos, Ji An can easily make friends with Artifact Refiners when he travels outside in the future.

Currently, the sword bamboos are at the Top-grade level, and by the time he leaves the sect, they might reach Tier Two Top Grade.

Ji An’s gaze shifted to the Insect Tower, which shimmered with a gentle glow, and he nodded in satisfaction.

The Spirit Devouring Insect colony has completed its third metamorphosis, and he has collected a large number of Jade Cocoons. He crushed some and mixed them with the powder of discarded insect towers to use as Spirit Soil on the yellow earth.

The quality of these Jade Cocoons is much better than before, now considered Tier Two Middle-grade Spiritual Objects.

Ji An activated the Earth Vein Spirit Ascension Spell, causing yellow Spirit Light to surge, leaving a lotus pattern on the soil.

The nourishing, peaceful Magic Intent spread, making the place appear even more serene and harmonious.

A humanoid puppet took some spiritual insects from the Insect Tower and ran towards the pond.

Every few days, it would catch some spiritual insects to feed the Spirit Fish and Fire Crystal Ants; it’s the unpaid ’breeder’ here.

Ji An was quite pleased with its diligent work attitude, never shirking duties.

He rode a cloud to the black land where Celestial Essence Pears and Canglan Spirit Mist Trees were planted.

He released the Cyan Dragon Water Moon Technique, manifesting the illusion of a bright moon and a vivid Cyan Dragon, with vibrant Magic Intent rising.

Fine Spirit Rain fell silently, its nourishing Magic Intent spreading, and water mist appeared above the black land.

...

Ji An rode a cloud to the green land, casting the Cyan Dragon Water Moon Technique once again.

Here grew Jade Leaf Mulberry, Biluo Tree, Azure Dragon Wood, Bodhi Tree, Cloud-Top Jade, and Ghost Moon Cyan Jade Tree.

Among them, the Ghost Moon Cyan Jade Tree and Azure Dragon Wood had Tier Two Top-grade plants, ensuring he could enjoy high-tier Spirit Tea from his own cultivation wherever he went.

If funds were tight, he could also cut some Azure Dragon Wood for sale.

The little world had taken shape, with a buzzing sound from the hardworking White Jade Bees in the air.

Ji An rode a cloud over the red land where the buzzing continued, this time from Purple Crystal Bees harvesting the flower nectar of Pearl Blood Rice and Fire Coral.

With the spiritual vein elevated to Tier Two Upper Grade, the Spirit Fields in the little world expanded to over 120 acres.

Each Spirit Field increased by approximately five acres, with Pearl Blood Rice reaching ten acres; during harvest season, they could yield over seven thousand pounds of Spirit Rice.

The Li Fire Immortal Apricots have been nurtured to Tier Two Upper Grade and have begun bearing fruit, promising to be an excellent Spirit Fruit.

Ji An released the Azure Sky Yangming Technique, intertwining the vigorous wood element growth with the warm, spirited fire element Magic Intent, fostering vibrant vitality.

He rode a cloud away and arrived at the white soil area.

Besides Iron Wire Grass, there were two Spirit Plants: Vajra Bodhi and Copper Patterned Mulberry.

These two Vajra Bodhis were nurtured to Tier Two Middle Grade, having been planted here five years ago.

He released the Earth Vein Spirit Ascension Spell, flew to the Gathering Essence Tree, took the Wuji Xinghuang Banner, and left the little world.

...

Ji An returned to his Quiet Chamber, smiling contentedly.

For a Golden Core Cultivator, ten years is a relatively short period, but not for him.

He sat cross-legged, mind sinking into his Dantian, connecting with Upper Stone Turtle, with lines of text appearing in his Sea of Consciousness.

[Master: Ji An]

[Dao Rhyme: 0]

[Spiritual Mechanism: Kan Spirit 6.6, Gen Spirit 9182.4, Zhen Spirit 736.6, Xun Spirit 725.4, Kun Spirit 465.2, Qian Spirit 28.4, Dui Spirit 4938.7, Li Spirit 508.5]

[Magic Technique: Spirit Sealing Technique (Perfection 24%)

Spirit Roar (Great Success 56%)

Silk Thread Spell (Perfection 1%)

Earth Vein Spirit Ascension Spell (Perfection 11%)

Cyan Dragon Water Moon Technique (Perfection 25%)

Azure Sky Yangming Technique (Perfection 12%)

Metal Divine Thunder (Perfection 2%)

Melt Gold Divine Fire Technique (Minor Achievement 39%)

Yi Wood Spirit Stealing Skill (Entry 1%)]

Over the years, Ji An felt the challenge of enhancing magic techniques.

With his high comprehension, the help of a Top-grade Dao Seed, and the Upper Stone Turtle, the fastest improvement in ten years was the Cyan Dragon Water Moon Technique, which only increased by 20% in effect.

It seems like it will take a long time to further enhance the magic techniques.

Others without his conditions would naturally feel it inefficient to practice magic techniques.

Ji An’s mind left the Upper Stone Turtle and began cultivating the Five Elements Reincarnation Scripture.

Spiritual Qi flowed through the Immortal Veins along specific paths, like flowing rivers.

The Five Elements Divine Mansion glowed, with starry light shimmering on the Dao Seed’s surface.

...

Three days later.

Ji An rode a cloud to Sunrise Peak, landing in a concealed spot, then threw the Upper Stone Turtle to the ground for spiritual communication:

’Old buddy, you wouldn’t want to see my cultivation progress so slow, right? This time, it’s up to you.

If you can absorb the Dao Rhyme, we’ll prosper.’

The Stone Turtle’s eyes showed a faint pride, and with a flash on its shell, it disappeared into the earth.

Ji An felt somewhat anxious, taking several deep breaths before riding a cloud away.

From above, he spotted his two senior brothers’ positions and dived down.

’Junior brother, come sit,’ Daoist Master Zhengyang said with a smile through voice transmission:

’I have good news; according to the report from Red Copper Mountain, the Star Tree is undergoing a transformation to Tier Three. In a few years, we will have a second Tier Three Treasure Plant.’

Ji An was taken aback, then joyfully said:

’That is indeed good news.’

In Red Flame Peak, both the Phoenix Wood and Pure Water Lotus have been nurtured to Tier Two Top Grade, and in a few years, there will be seeds for two more Tier Three Treasure Plants.

The lotus seedpods of the Cyan Leaf Red Lotus are already half-goldened, and the estimated maturity time for the Cyan Lotus Heart-Burning Flower is within ten years.

Master Yuxiao interjected:

"The Star Tree has begun its transformation, and I estimate the Canglan Mist Pine is not far from its metamorphosis either.

Haha, with three Treasure Plants, the Sect’s foundation should surpass Luofeng Valley!"

Inside Red Flame Peak, there is a large number of Tier Two Top-grade Spirit Plants; in the future, there will be even more additions of Tier Three Spirit Plants.

In terms of the number of Tier Three Spirit Plants, no other forces in the Western Continent combined can compete with them.

Daoist Master Zhengyang smiled, "I’ve never doubted that."

The Sect boasts the only Golden Core Stage Spirit Farmer in the Western Continent, coupled with the accumulation of several thousand years, leading to its current prosperity.

This kind of foundation cannot be faked; it either exists or it doesn’t.

Ji An used his Magical Power to isolate all surrounding auras and spoke in a low voice:

"Senior Brothers, I estimate the Cyan Lotus Heart-Burning Fire will mature within ten years. Once it condenses into a Fire Seed, I want a portion."

He paused for a moment and then explained:

"I am currently an Alchemist, proficient in the refinement of Pills below the Chao Origin Stage level."

Daoist Master Zhengyang nodded, "No problem, cultivating and offering the Cyan Lotus Heart-Burning Fire is quite challenging, so taking a Fire Seed is well-deserved compensation."

...

Ten days later, a Cyan Dragon illusion appeared on the east side of Sunrise Peak, while on the west, a mighty White Tiger emerged. Instantly, the sound of dragon roars and tiger howls echoed, and Daoist Master Yuxiao, with joy on his face, said:

"Lin Jiuxiao has successfully broken through to the Golden Core Stage, and once he withstands the Thunder Tier, the Sect will welcome another Golden Core Stage colleague."

Just as he finished speaking, rumbling thunder rolled across Sunrise Peak, and cyan thunder tribulation clouds began to gather above the mountain, indicating the first lightning strike is a Wood Element thunder tribulation.

Ji An quietly asked:

"Is the sequence of thunder tribulations different for each cultivator?"

His first thunder tribulation cloud appeared red, signifying a Fire Element thunder tribulation.

Daoist Master Zhengyang nodded, "Indeed, the Five Elements thunder tribulation that manifests first corresponds to the deepest comprehension of a cultivator in their respective element."

Half an hour later, the cyan thunder tribulation cloud expanded over dozens of acres, and the first thunder strike crashed down, commencing the final spectacle.

Master Yuxiao softly remarked:

"Judging from the thunder’s intensity, Lin Jiuxiao has a great chance of surviving this thunder tribulation."

In his heart, he thought, ’The intensity of this thunder tribulation is much weaker compared to when Ji An broke through.’

Six hours later, purple thunder tribulation clouds gathered over Sunrise Peak, and brilliant light pierced through the void, shone brighter than the sun itself.

The thunderbolt echoed far and wide, reverberating continuously.

A prolonged sword hum rang out, reminiscent of standing amidst a battlefield with flashing swords, symbolizing the refining of a Spiritual Artifact into a Lifebound Magical Treasure.

The shadow of Taiyin appeared in the sky, its cold light illuminating a specific area on Sunrise Peak akin to a spotlight.

Daoist Master Zhengyang stood up, laughed a few times, and said:

"Brothers, let’s go have a look."

The three flew upon the clouds, escaping to Sunrise Peak to find Lin Jiuxiao.

His appearance seemed a bit haggard but better compared to Ji An’s situation after his breakthrough.

A Fire Dragon coiled around him, its flames swirling, yet its scales had a muted metallic luster.

Daoist Master Zhengyang laughed and said:

"From now on, I should call you Junior Brother Lin."

Lin Jiuxiao cupped his hands, "You have always been an ancestor in my heart."

He earnestly cupped his hands to Ji An and the others, solemnly saying:

"Senior Brothers, I seek your guidance in the future."

Daoist Master Yuxiao returned the gesture, saying:

"It’s not about guidance; rather, we will explore cultivation together in the future."

He felt quite pleased, for more cultivators breaking through to the Golden Core Stage heralded prosperity for the Sect!

Ji An returned the gesture:

"Congratulations, Junior Brother."

He broke through to the Golden Core Stage earlier than Lin Jiuxiao, now becoming the Senior Brother.

...

Ji An first took the teleportation array from Sunrise Peak to Ningcui Cliff and then back to Red Flame Peak,

immersed his mind into the Dantian to connect with the Upper Stone Turtle, where a line of words emerged in his Sea of Consciousness.

[Master: Ji An]

[Dao Rhyme: Gold 16.4, Water 15.8, Wood 15.2, Fire 14.9, Earth 16.2]

"Great, I’ve struck it rich!"

Ji An clenched his fists and swung them several times. The Stone Turtle can absorb Dao Rhymes during others’ breakthroughs, and he thought he had found a bright path.

"Refine all Dao Rhymes, elevate the Little World’s tier."

At his command, the Stone Turtle flew from the Dantian, swallowed the Gourd Stone whole.

Its carapace shimmered, the Eight Trigrams patterns glowing and radiant.

Once all Dao Rhymes were refined, Ji An eagerly entered the Gourd World.

Glancing around, he shook his head with disappointment.

The Spiritual Veins of the Little World had not been enhanced, he needed to wait patiently.

The Spiritual Veins reached the Second-Level Upper Grade; to continue utilizing the Magic Array for refinement, he needed to prepare Tier Two Top-Grade Spirit Soil.

This type of Spirit Soil is very rare, seldom seen circulating on the market.

He pressed his hand against his chest, muttering to himself:

"Junior Brother Lin Qiu Bai, it’s up to you now; reach the Five Qi Chao Origin Realm soon!"