bookbashuk Chapter 28 Opening Up the Cave Heaven, Dragon Tooth Treasure Rice
Chapter 28 Opening Up the Cave Heaven, Dragon Tooth Treasure Rice
"Little Cliff, slow down, you're making it look like a starving ghost reincarnated."
It really can't be slow; it's been almost twenty days since we've eaten or drunk anything, and we're only surviving on pills.
Abstaining from grains and eating only dew and wind is something that can be done after reaching the sixth level of Qi Refining, when the physical body has been sufficiently refined and can be accomplished.
As each spiritual meal was consumed, the physical body was replenished, and the extraordinary phenomena that had been born were even more eager to be fed, devouring as many as they could.
"Little Cliff Brother, Auntie said you've received a great opportunity. What do you mean by that?"
Li Ya naturally wouldn't reveal everything, but instead told his senior brother Lingji about a strange phenomenon.
"I have obtained a physical body with a unique form called the Body Without Leakage. It is naturally not the legendary golden body without leakage of immortals. It is just that it can lock the spiritual energy of the whole body and prevent it from leaking out, and close the skin membrane of the whole body."
"That's it?" Senior Brother Lingji sounded helpless, his tone filled with unbearable bitterness. "You should be grateful for this physical supernatural power!"
"What is the attainment of the Golden Elixir? It is the condensation of the three treasures of the human body into a single point, thus attaining that wisp of golden nature."
"Although I don't know what the golden nature is, my aunt once said that only when the golden elixir is attained can a human body become a flawless treasure vase, where the energy of the three treasures and spiritual energy cannot leak out even a little bit."
"Even if we have some secret techniques now, and it is the natural order to enter and exit in moderation, we still cannot stop the loss of spiritual energy."
I originally thought it was a useless thing, but it turned out to be an extremely useful supernatural power.
Of ten portions of spiritual energy, an ordinary cultivator would take in five or six portions. However, after refining them into true energy, not all five or six portions could be refined. Half would be sufficient, and the rest would dissipate within the body.
With this physical supernatural power, one can absorb as much as one needs, and even if one cannot refine it immediately, it will accumulate in the body and prevent it from escaping.
The remaining two physical manifestations, Golden Skin and Jade Bones, saved a lot of effort compared to the third level of Qi Refining.
As for the five internal organs absorbing qi, it now seems to have only the function of strengthening the five internal organs, absorbing the spiritual energy of the five elements on its own, and nourishing the five internal organs.
This effect alone is already incredibly miraculous; I'm afraid that once one's skill is sufficient, breaking through to the fourth level in one go will not be a problem.
As the Azure Mist True Qi circulated, it surged like a raging river, with the faint sound of rushing water.
Li Ya estimated that he now had nearly four thousand strands of true qi, more than double that of other cultivators at the same level. This was only after entering the third level; once his realm was completely stable, he could gain another thousand strands.
"Whether those so-called prodigies possess my level of cultivation at the same cultivation level is unknown!"
Li Ya only stopped when the hunger pangs in his body subsided.
The Longya rice that I asked Wanbaolou to buy on my behalf has arrived. I can pick it up with just the Huotongtianxia brand card.
The Dragon Tooth Rice produced here is unique to the Fallen Dragon Valley. The grains are long like dragon teeth and are as white as jade.
This product has remarkable effects on strengthening the body's foundation, nourishing qi and blood.
Even now, with a low cultivation level, I can still purchase some Sumeru magic artifacts from the Thousand Gold Pavilion. But after all, finding bargains isn't something that happens every day. Once my cultivation level is higher, what use will the wealth inside these low-level Sumeru magic artifacts be?
You can't be a robber who kills and steals every day. If you walk by the river long enough, you're bound to get your shoes wet eventually.
"Ya is a righteous cultivator, how could he engage in such demonic practices?"
Moreover, when one's realm is profound, which of their Sumeru artifacts wouldn't have some hidden tricks up their sleeve?
We must hurry up and expand the Ling Shu Cave Heaven; it will be too late when we need it.
In spiritual practice, one should maintain a balance between exertion and relaxation, and not be impatient for quick results.
Li Ya personally went to Wanbaolou, and after showing his "Goods Selling Throughout the World" badge, he was invited to the backyard by a Wanbaolou steward.
There is a pond in the courtyard, with a spiritual spring flowing into it. In a corner of the pond, there is a bamboo frame with clusters of dragon tooth spirit rice seedlings neatly arranged inside.
The seedlings are about a foot tall, with green stems that gleam with a faint bluish light. Dewdrops cling to the tips of the leaves, and the roots are fine and dense, with aquatic roots penetrating deep into the pond water to absorb its spiritual energy.
The steward smiled and said, "Honored guest, these Dragon Tooth rice seedlings are all made by Baicao Garden using the mother rice from Fallen Dragon Valley as the base and grafting it with insect rice unique to Southern Xinjiang. They can be harvested once a season."
"It is vigorous and easy to grow. This rice prefers spring water and is extremely susceptible to pests."
If we're worried about insect infestations, what kind of insects could there be in the Ling Shu Cave Heaven?
They took it into the Spirit Pivot Cave Heaven and purchased several fine iron spirit picks for splitting mountains and cracking rocks.
If this spirit pickaxe were to fall into the mortal realm, wouldn't it be a divine weapon?
Imagine saying to an enemy: "Eat my invincible pickaxe!"
Isn't that ridiculous?
On his way back to Qingmu Pavilion, Li Ya found a secluded spot, and with a flicker of his body, the world changed.
Now that the three acres of spiritual fields are fertile enough, it is the perfect time to plant spiritual plants.
However, since I'm managing it myself now, it takes a lot of effort.
One must be extremely cautious on the path of spiritual practice, and the same applies to farming!
In my past life, I followed my grandfather to plant rice and harvest it when I was young. Now, in this great world of cultivation, I never thought I would be of any use.
He patiently and carefully tended to the spiritual field.
Before long, the three acres of spiritual fields had been neatly prepared.
Looking around, the three acres of spiritual fields are arranged in a neat and square manner, with three-foot-wide ridges made of blue stones along the edges for future inspection and maintenance.
"Aside from being a bit pricey, Wanbaoge has no flaws!"
The dragon tooth seedlings had leaves that were fully extended and roots that were plump. Even after being away from the spiritual spring for a while, they did not wilt.
Li Ya had long studied the planting method and dispersed the earth spirit into the spiritual spring so that the spiritual spring could soak all the seedlings.
As he circulated his Azure Mist True Qi, the Dragon Tooth seedlings visibly began to flourish.
Then, they were planted according to the density and spacing of the seedlings, so that the seedlings would not compete for nutrients.
Now that my true energy is abundant, I don't need to bend over or use my hands.
Enveloping the roots with Azure Mist True Qi, standing on the ridge of the field, the seedlings fell like raindrops, landing precisely in their respective spots.
One line, two lines...
One row, two rows...
He strolled leisurely along the ridges of the fields, and before he knew it, the three acres of spiritual fields were already planted with rice seedlings.
The once lifeless Ling Shu Cave Heaven was suddenly filled with lush greenery, and the spiritual energy absorbed by the Fang Cun Snail over the past few days slowly gathered towards the spiritual field.
The ethereal glow emanating from the square field grew even stronger, enveloping the rice seedlings like a layer of soft, ethereal mist.
"Who can say for sure that these three acres of spiritual land won't one day grow into thousands or even tens of thousands of acres?"
"I just need to find someone skilled at tending the spirit fields. If I spend all my time on this, how will I have time to cultivate?"
"Those powerful and wealthy families must have a way, otherwise they would have to arrange manpower in every spiritual field, how could that be possible?"
"Low-grade spirit fields are fine, but those high-grade spirit fields are not something that ordinary servants can handle."
Li Ya stood quietly on the ridge of the field, watching the green rice seedlings and the swirling mist, his mind becoming increasingly tranquil and clear.
"The spirit of farming from our ancestors is truly remarkable; it burns so brightly even across the world."
With a thought, Li Ya turned and left the Ling Shu Cave Heaven, finding no one outside.
With a swift movement, he appeared in the forest.
The heavy snow outside has stopped, and the time flow within the cave is the same as outside. If one day outside is equivalent to one year in the cave, then the spiritual plants will be produced in an endless stream, and monopolizing the spiritual plant business in the Green Lotus World will not be a problem.
"Li Ya, you're dreaming!"
Putting aside how much it would take to manipulate time, it is said that even the Dao Ancestor could not manipulate time, but could only affect the flow of time.
Having the Spiritual Pivot and the Square Inch Conch is already an immense opportunity for enlightenment; to be greedy further would be going too far.
Li Ya straightened his clothes, walked leisurely, and headed straight for the herb garden cottage.
Only after the maid Qingluan reported on his behalf was Li Ya allowed to enter the inner hall.
"Why are you coming to me instead of consolidating your cultivation level?"
Master Xie Daoyun's words showed no reproach, and Li Ya replied calmly and without arrogance.
"Reporting to Master, this breakthrough is all thanks to your great kindness, and I have come to express my gratitude."
After speaking, he bowed deeply.
Xie Daoyun's voice remained languid: "Show me your cultivation."
Li Ya closed his eyes lightly and began to circulate the "Azure Mist Condensing Wood Nourishing Yuan Technique," causing the 1,081 hidden acupoints and 365 visible acupoints throughout his body to circulate automatically.
True energy surged like a rolling river, flowing eastward, and spiritual energy from the outside world slowly gathered here.
He made no attempt to conceal it, and the three different physical manifestations shone with spiritual light.
He used to be a poor, menial servant, but now his back is straight as a solitary peak, his eyes are clear as the sea, and his temperament is refined and otherworldly.
It lacks any sharp edge, but instead exudes a gentle and serene aura.
He certainly looked like a Taoist immortal.
"Alright, put it away!"
Li Ya replied, "Yes."
The strange phenomena around his body slowly receded into his muscles, and his true energy returned to calm.
With such ease in sending and receiving, it's clear that the gains from this breakthrough have been fully absorbed.
"I misunderstood you. Your aura is restrained yet profound, and your physical body possesses a clear and vibrant spiritual essence!"
"Among those at the second level of Qi Refining, I have never seen anyone with such a solid foundation as you."
"The more this is the case, the less one can afford to slack off in one's spiritual practice."
After saying that, he raised his hand to the prayer mat next to him: "Sit down and talk, there's no need to stand."
Li Linfeng sat down as instructed, and Qingluan poured him a cup of spiritual tea.
The tea soup is clear and green, with wisps of steam rising from it. The aroma of the tea carries a subtle spiritual quality. It is slightly bitter upon entering the throat, followed by a sweet aftertaste.
"Master, there is still something I don't understand. I hope you can enlighten me."
Xie Daoyun didn't stand on ceremony and changed her position, continuing to lean against the couch, supporting her full curves.
"Speak!"