[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-eternal-life-starting-with-farming-to-refresh-my":3,"chapter-eternal-life-starting-with-farming-to-refresh-my-eternal-life-starting-with-farming-to-refresh-my-chapter-739":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","Eternal Life: Starting with Farming to Refresh My Stats",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},2332612,4560,"Chapter 739: Storms, the Spirit Lord","eternal-life-starting-with-farming-to-refresh-my-chapter-739",739,"\u003Cp>Inside the Green Wood Pavilion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All the Nascent Soul cultivators, along with the four demonic beast elders who had come to pay their respects, stepped forward to offer congratulations and presented gifts to Qin Ming.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These items were originally meant for the Devouring Rat; Qin Ming had no choice but to accept them on its behalf.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the saying goes: raise a rat for a thousand days, use it for but a moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now was the time for its repayment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The treasures offered by those present were dazzling, each a rarity unseen beyond the outer realms.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The top-tier cultivators in attendance spoke to Qin Ming with exceptional courtesy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, one fourth-rank transformed demonic beast, plus a Nascent Soul True Person of considerable strength.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Such combat power was not to be underestimated anywhere in the cultivation world.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ordinary Nascent Soul cultivators could never afford a fourth-rank spiritual pet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not only is cultivation difficult, but raising such a fourth-rank demonic beast requires vast resources—enough to drain an entire major sect’s reserves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only a Nascent Soul True Person like Qin Ming, whose expertise in spirit plant cultivation and alchemy were both peerless, possessed the wealth to nurture such a heavenly beast.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And mastery of beast taming demanded even higher standards.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Congratulations, Brother Qin! You’re not still a fourth-rank beast tamer, are you? You’ve kept this hidden from us well!” said Tianji Zi, his tone dripping with envy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They had all witnessed it plainly: the Devouring Rat unleashing its might, slaying two demonic sect Nascent Souls single-handedly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This made the cultivators present even more wary.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Devouring Rat’s ability to devour Nascent Souls was unforgettable. Of course, some genuinely celebrated, while others burned with envy—but out of face, none voiced it aloud.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qin Ming had no fondness for this old man, Tianji Zi.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When everyone fled from Longyuan Island, who had betrayed the team fastest? But just then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The black-feathered demonic beast cultivator who had come with Gu Shan and the others spoke with noticeable displeasure: “I’ve long heard of Brother Qin’s name, and I know you’re close to Brother Gu Shan and Silver Moon.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Here, the black-feathered cultivator paused, then continued:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Though the Devouring Rat King was once your tamed spiritual pet, he has now ascended to the rank of demonic saint—shouldn’t you let him go?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“After all, a fourth-rank demonic saint serving under human hands brings shame upon our demonic race.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At these words, the previously cheerful atmosphere in the hall shattered; everyone’s expressions froze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Silence fell instantly, so profound not even a pin could be heard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Nascent Soul elders’ faces turned strange, yet none dared speak.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For the black-feathered cultivator before them was Hei Feng, patriarch of the Riftwind Eagle clan, a fourth-rank mid-stage demonic saint.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though his strength fell short of human Nascent Soul late-stage cultivators, he still held a slight edge over ordinary mid-stage Nascent Soul cultivators.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once human cultivators reached late-stage Nascent Soul, they were called Great Cultivators of the Mortal Realm—their abilities matched those of late-stage fourth-rank demonic beasts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thus, at this level, whether human or demonic, one’s power depended entirely on their magic treasures and techniques.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing this, Gu Shan demonic saint said nothing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For as Hei Feng had said, it was indeed awkward for a demonic saint of Beast Cry Mountains to serve as a human Nascent Soul’s pet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From the demonic race’s standpoint—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was a matter of demonic reputation; he could not speak further, and even partly agreed with Hei Feng’s view.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, a fourth-rank demonic saint could sway the balance of power across all factions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“That’s not right, Brother Hei Feng. What’s on your mind, do you think I don’t know?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Had it not been for Brother Qin’s resources poured into him, the Devouring Rat King wouldn’t have reached even third-rank late-stage, let alone become a fourth-rank demonic beast.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Now that he’s achieved demonic saint status, you come to pluck the fruit he’s spent years cultivating—is that fair?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yue Lingyan spoke with deep implication.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hei Feng’s face turned ashen at her words—he hadn’t expected Yue Lingyan to defend Qin Ming, a human, so openly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘Silver Moon, what are you implying?’ he secretly sent a thought-message to her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But before Yue Lingyan could reply—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qin Ming smiled innocently, gazing at Hei Feng with a pleasant expression:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“When the Devouring Rat first entered my sect, we signed a blood-binding divine pact for only two sixty-year cycles.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“That term has long expired—his departure or stay rests entirely on his own will.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“But my affairs are none of your concern as an outsider.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“If Brother Hei Feng believes this shames your demonic race, you may challenge me to a duel. Win, and I’ll consider your words.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qin Ming’s tone was overwhelmingly dominant, showing no regard for Hei Feng whatsoever.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His own younger brother, Da Heitian demonic saint, had been soaked in wine by him—why should he fear threats?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though Hei Feng might not yet know Qin Ming was responsible, Qin Ming held no affection for the Riftwind Eagle clan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even the mighty Qi Shang Demon Lord of Xuehuan Realm was no match for him—what chance did Hei Feng stand?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If necessary, he’d burn him into a lesson in demonic humility!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Qin Ming spoke, Hei Feng’s face turned livid, and even the human Nascent Soul elders were stunned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They hadn’t expected Qin Ming to speak so boldly to Hei Feng.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Either he had absolute confidence in his strength, or he relied on the presence of so many allies to dare such threats.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, Hei Feng was a fourth-rank mid-stage cultivator, stronger than most mid-stage Nascent Soul humans.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They did not believe Qin Ming could truly defeat Hei Feng.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seated in a green robe, Han Ya Shangren, seeing the situation spiral out of control, quickly stood to mediate: “Hehe! Brother Qin, Brother Hei Feng—”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Today is a joyous occasion; let’s not spoil the harmony.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“With demonic sects invading at this critical moment, our human and demonic races must continue cooperating—don’t you agree?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing this, Gu Shan demonic saint nodded and turned to Hei Feng:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hei Feng, let this matter end here.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Brother Qin has said the divine pact with the Rat Saint has expired. We can simply ask the Rat Saint’s opinion once he emerges from seclusion.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hei Feng, insulted and seething with resentment, suppressed his rage under Gu Shan’s counsel.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He merely coldly spat:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hmph! I merely warn you, don’t bring ruin upon yourself! If you anger the Spirit Lord, don’t blame me for not warning you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His dark green, bean-like pupils flicked coldly at Qin Ming, then he fell silent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qin Ming’s expression remained utterly calm, serene as a still lake.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This work is compiled and uploaded by Liuji Book Bar~~\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This only deepened the astonishment of the Nascent Soul True Persons present.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Could this fellow truly not fear a fourth-rank mid-stage demonic cultivator? Han Ya Shangren, aware of some of Qin Ming’s strength, could not help but secretly send a thought-message: “Brother Qin, do you truly believe you can handle that old bird, Hei Feng?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Isn’t there you and the others here? We’ll just swarm him together—how could we lose?” Qin Ming replied deliberately, leaving Han Ya Shangren speechless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qin Ming could plainly see that, aside from Yue Lingyan and Han Ya Shangren,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>every other elder present wore expressions of eager anticipation, hoping he and Hei Feng would clash.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For the Devouring Rat’s ascension to fourth-rank transformed demonic saint had major implications across the cultivation world.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not to mention: how many top-tier resources, over centuries, must a major Nascent Soul sect expend to produce even one Nascent Soul True Person?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And even then, only if they find a disciple with supreme talent and fortune.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Devouring Rat’s strength had been witnessed by all present; for any Nascent Soul sect in the Southern Wastes, to see such a beast arise was to feel envy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From now on, the cultivation world’s apex would gain another powerful force capable of shifting the balance—everyone would tread carefully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Had it not been for the current crisis of the descending realm, Qin Ming and Hei Feng would have already clashed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With Qin Ming and the Devouring Rat as two Nascent Soul-level combatants, the Southern Wastes cultivation world could now compete with other great cultivation nations for resources, standing on equal footing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was precisely what they feared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But they did not know: Qin Ming had no interest in these resource struggles whatsoever.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As long as he kept farming, he would eventually reach higher realms.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When he cultivated a Soul Transformation True Lord, every one of these elders would bow and offer treasures without daring to give him orders.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After this brief interlude—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qin Ming calmly retrieved a jar of Lingxi Jade Liquid and addressed the gathering: “Since today is a joyous occasion, let us raise a cup.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You’ve all traveled far—Qin Mou invites you to taste this fourth-rank spirit wine I brewed myself: ‘Lingxi Jade Liquid.’”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Drinking it enhances Nascent Soul magic power and cultivation base.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing this, the Nascent Soul elders forgot all prior tension.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their full attention fixed on the spirit wine in Qin Ming’s hands.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When Qin Ming poured each of them a full cup, they stared at the flowing nectar within their goblets, utterly speechless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When it came to Hei Feng, Qin Ming’s jar was completely empty. He feigned embarrassment: “Oh dear, I misjudged the quantity—the spirit wine is all gone.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I can only offer Brother Hei Feng another kind of spirit wine.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Saying this, he pulled out a jar of Foundation Establishment wine, poured some for Hei Feng, then walked away without looking back—leaving Hei Feng with a face full of stunned outrage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With the Lingxi Jade Liquid in hand, no one cared for anyone else—they immediately raised their goblets and drank.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Excellent wine! Brother Qin truly masters this art—this wine belongs only in heaven!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Such celestial brew—no wonder it’s called Jade Liquid. This is the finest spirit wine I’ve ever tasted in my life.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I declare this the number one spirit wine in the mortal realm.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Brother Qin, do you have any extra Lingxi Jade Liquid? I’m willing to trade a priceless treasure for it.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hehe! That was the last jar—I have none left.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>More than half a day later.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a long exchange of toasts and clinking cups, the guests took their leave one by one, bidding farewell to Qin Ming.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before leaving, Qin Ming called Yue Lingyan aside and handed her a jar of Lingxi Jade Fluid.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Qin Daoist, what is this?\" Yue Lingyan’s beautiful eyes flickered with slight surprise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qin Ming smiled faintly. \"A few days ago, thank you, Lingyan Daoist, for helping me train the Sky-Devouring Rat. Without you, he could never have transformed so quickly.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s just a small token of my gratitude.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If that’s the case, then I won’t refuse—honestly, your spirit liquor is very useful to me,\" Yue Lingyan took the spirit wine from Qin Ming’s hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then she revealed a breathtaking smile: \"Thank you, Qin Daoist.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Lingyan Daoist, no need to be formal,\" Qin Ming immediately whispered secretly: \"By the way, that 'Spirit Lord' mentioned by the Black Wind Demon Saint—could it be?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yue Lingyan hadn’t expected him to ask this. After a moment’s hesitation, she answered: \"Yes. Bai Lin, the Spirit Lord, is an elder among our demonic race. His origins are ancient, his cultivation base unfathomable—at least a Fifth-Rank Lord.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The Blood Serpent Green Rice spirit seed you received at your Nascent Soul ceremony was exchanged directly from the Spirit Lord.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Qin Daoist, rest assured. Since the Spirit Lord did not intervene today, it means he has no interest in this matter and won’t trouble you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>(End of Chapter)\u003C\u002Fp>",1951,"2026-06-20T20:44:53.817Z",1,"Qwen3-Next 80B","619dee742a5413fbd6df701ba0c19c01a6911192adafa7c0e40df9609b0ba5aa","eternal-life-starting-with-farming-to-refresh-my-chapter-740","eternal-life-starting-with-farming-to-refresh-my-chapter-738",755,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Feternal-life-starting-with-farming-to-refresh-my-cover.jpg"]