[{"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-80":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},2331953,4560,"Chapter 80: Five-Color Rice and Red-Silver Yellow Hemp","eternal-life-starting-with-farming-to-refresh-my-chapter-80",80,"\u003Cp>Qin Ming arrived at Juxuan Pavilion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was immediately greeted by Shopkeeper Liao and escorted to a private suite on the seventh floor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Qin Daoist, please have some tea,” Gu Qingzhao said gently, pouring it for him herself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qin Ming lifted the Lingwu tea, took a small sip, and the fragrance permeated his heart and soul.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Gu Daoist, I’ve come here to purchase some spirit seeds from your pavilion.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing this, Gu Qingzhao’s starlike eyes instantly brightened. “May I ask what spirit plants Qin Daoist plans to cultivate this year? Our inventory of spirit seeds is quite comprehensive.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qin Ming stated plainly: “Second-rank low-grade spirit plant, Five-Color Rice, and second-rank low-grade spirit plant, Red-Silver Yellow Hemp.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Qingzhao’s faint smile vanished the moment she heard these two spirit seeds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She froze, her expression slackening.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Long moments passed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finally, Gu Qingzhao regained her composure and asked uncertainly: “Qin Daoist, are you certain? You truly intend these two second-rank spirit plants?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qin Ming nodded without reply.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Aren’t you no longer cultivating Beast-Tooth Rice?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Jumping straight to second-rank spirit plants carries great risk—isn’t this somewhat unwise?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Qingzhao had never expected Qin Ming, having just become a high-grade spirit cultivator, would immediately attempt second-rank spirit plants.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She knew full well how difficult second-rank spirit plants were to cultivate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not to mention distant examples—even ordinary second-rank spirit cultivators from Lingyu Sect would likely struggle with these two.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These two spirit plants are among the most difficult in the low-grade second-rank category.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qin Ming nodded seriously: “I’ve made my decision.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing this, Gu Qingzhao’s expression grew complex; though she found Qin Ming’s spirit cultivation talent astonishing,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>she still doubted he could successfully grow second-rank spirit plants.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then Gu Qingzhao ordered someone to bring two different spirit seeds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To preserve their spiritual essence, the seeds were sealed in two exquisite jade boxes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qin Ming opened the boxes: one held multicolored spirit rice, the other dark green seed grains.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He nodded—these seeds were sufficient for cultivating five mu of spirit fields.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Second-rank Five-Color Rice is said to greatly enhance the magic power of Qi Refining cultivators and even offers some benefit to Foundation Establishment cultivators; its yield is extremely low, nearly priceless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Its maturation cycle is three years, and its growth conditions are exceedingly demanding.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As for second-rank spirit plant Red-Silver Yellow Hemp, its outer bark is a primary material for crafting high-grade talismans, fetching a high price; its leaves and ripe fruit can be used in medicinal elixirs—truly invaluable throughout. Its maturation cycle is also three years.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though Red-Silver Yellow Hemp’s growth requirements aren’t as extreme, its wood-scented emissions during growth attract a particularly troublesome spirit insect, one even the Advanced Spirit Rain Technique cannot repel.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If mishandled, it will lead to pest infestation or the death of the spirit plant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Gu Daoist, how many spirit stones for these seeds?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Qingzhao smiled faintly: “Second-rank spirit seeds are rare. Our pavilion holds only these two boxes—originally intended for auction.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Since Qin Daoist has need, we shall prioritize you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“After an eight-tenths discount—”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The spirit seeds of second-rank Five-Color Rice are priced at fifteen hundred spirit stones.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The spirit seeds of second-rank Red-Silver Yellow Hemp are priced at two thousand spirit stones.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Qin Daoist, consider carefully: if cultivation fails, you won’t just lose this large sum of spirit stones—you’ll waste time and energy too.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Qingzhao advised gently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qin Ming smiled slightly and swiftly pulled out spirit stones from his storage bag to pay her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Qingzhao accepted the spirit stones, then asked suddenly: “If Qin Daoist truly succeeds in cultivating these two second-rank spirit plants, might you sell us a portion?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Of course, but I’m merely experimenting—don’t expect too much,” Qin Ming replied, sipping his spirit tea.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The transaction concluded. Qin Ming did not rush to plant the seeds in his spirit fields.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before deciding to cultivate these two plants, he had already studied every available spirit cultivation text, memorizing every step and critical detail.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before planting Five-Color Rice, the spirit seeds must be soaked for a time in a specially prepared cultivation solution.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The materials needed to brew this solution were not hard to obtain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qin Ming purchased them from several nearby shops.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Returning to Qingliang Cottage,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qin Ming prepared the cultivation solution and carefully placed only a few grains of Five-Color Rice seed into it—he had never brewed it before and didn’t know if he’d succeeded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The results would reveal themselves in a few days.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Having completed this,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qin Ming went out again, heading to the southern district of Qingyang Marketplace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He wound through alleys until he reached a shop.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Spirit Beast Pavilion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qin Ming stepped inside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The hall was spacious, furnished in ancient elegance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The shop was thriving; several cultivators already waited at the counter to reserve spirit beasts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A young female cultivator with a sweet face stepped forward politely, her voice clear as a bell: “Welcome, Daoist. Are you here to purchase a spirit beast?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qin Ming cleared his throat lightly and asked: “I’m not here to buy a spirit beast. Do you sell manure from Black-Maned Dragon Brown Horses?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment he spoke,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>the cultivators in the hall turned to stare; several smirked knowingly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Who comes to a Spirit Beast Pavilion not to buy a beast, but to buy manure? Just then,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>a middle-aged cultivator in fine robes emerged from the inner chamber. The receptionist beside Qin Ming immediately bowed: “Shopkeeper.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Oh my, if it isn’t Qin Daoist! Please, come right in!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Xiao Qin, why are you standing there? Go brew Qin Daoist some spirit tea at once!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The shopkeeper clearly recognized Qin Ming and greeted him warmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qin Ming waved his hand: “I won’t drink tea. I just asked about—”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The shopkeeper paused, then laughed: “Of course we have it. As much as you need. This small matter—no spirit stones needed. Consider it a goodwill gesture, hehe!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No, business is business. If you do this, I’ll go elsewhere,” Qin Ming said, unwilling to owe a favor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The shopkeeper chuckled awkwardly: “Then… just give me a few spirit stones, then.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qin Ming sought Black-Maned Dragon Brown Horse manure for a clear purpose.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before planting second-rank Red-Silver Yellow Hemp, the spirit field must be prepared by mixing ash from burned plant stalks with horse manure and several other spirit materials to enrich the soil.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To lay a solid foundation for the spirit plant’s growth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, the cultivators in the hall, having observed Qin Ming’s conversation with the shopkeeper, began recognizing him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They approached to greet him: “Qin Daoist, hello!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Qin Daoist, hello!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ah, it’s Qin Daoist—I thought so.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Qin Daoist buying manure must be for spirit cultivation—that makes perfect sense, right?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Who was laughing just now?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>(End of Chapter)\u003C\u002Fp>",1122,"2026-06-20T20:44:51.995Z",1,"Qwen3-Next 80B","3bf0239805e2ac5de83900a414c49b8262abad846069a0f2609a60eeb6487ac0","eternal-life-starting-with-farming-to-refresh-my-chapter-81","eternal-life-starting-with-farming-to-refresh-my-chapter-79",755,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Feternal-life-starting-with-farming-to-refresh-my-cover.jpg"]