Chapter 37

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Protagonist:

Xu Zhangqing

Li Lingbi went to the Central Region 【Black Rust Dynasty】 to hunt a thousand-year-old demon.

This would take at least over a year's time.

Even when he would return was uncertain.

Regarding this, Xu Zhangqing did not mind.

Time held no meaning for him.

A few rounds of farming and it would pass.

The only thing that made Xu Zhangqing doubtful, even somewhat surprised, was this:

Since Li Lingbi lacked no people by his side.

Why did Li Sancai still bring him along?

Even making him a so-called "one of our own"?

After all, if Li Lingbi lacked Spirit Rice or any spirit plants, he only needed to find Lu Yuanyuan to settle it.

Failing that, he could still have Li Sancai spend time planting.

In contrast, Xu Zhangqing had only just joined the Spirit Field Core for barely a year.

He had merely completed a single transaction of eight hundred catties of Second-grade Spirit Rice.

Yet he had become a member of Li Lingbi's Team — this was simply too absurd.

To put it harshly.

There are so many Formal Disciples in the Spirit Field.

Even a large number of Foundation Establishment Stage spirit farmers.

How did it come to Xu Zhangqing, someone who merely appears to be at Qi Refining Middle Stage?

Therefore, this gave rise to suspicions in his heart toward Li Sancai, and even Li Lingbi.

But asking directly was definitely out of the question.

He could only take it one step at a time.

"Go on, I'll send you back first," Li Sancai called out.

Xu Zhangqing had originally planned to find Bai Ling'er and agree on a time for rain with her.

But it was too late; he reckoned she was already resting.

He could only give up on that idea, then board the Flying Paper Crane together with Li Sancai.

All along the way the two were silent; neither spoke a word.

Xu Zhangqing dared not be careless, and was even vigilant in his heart.

While Li Sancai seemed to have something on his mind, head lowered, thinking continuously.

In the night, a sky full of stars kept twinkling.

One could occasionally see a meteor flashing by in an instant.

【Zhuqi Peak】 was the same as ever.

Whether day or night, fireballs kept falling.

【Ling Beast Valley】 was much quieter.

Only occasionally would a beast's roar resound.

Finally, the two returned once more to the Spirit Field Core.

Li Sancai was very responsible; he first sent Xu Zhangqing home.

Then he controlled the Flying Paper Crane and flew toward his own Spirit Field.

Watching the other's figure gradually disappear into the dark night, Xu Zhangqing's gaze was deep.

"Why me?"

"Why choose me?"

"What exactly does Senior Brother Li intend to do?"

He was not a foolish person.

After witnessing just how outstanding Li Lingbi was, and how many followers he had around him.

Only then did he realize that his becoming a member of the other's Team was truly absurd!

Although, this certainly had a great deal to do with Li Sancai.

But this stroke of luck made Xu Zhangqing not excited at all; on the contrary, he was very vigilant.

Just like the principle that pies don't fall from the sky for no reason.

Others cannot possibly be so well-intentioned toward an outsider for no reason.

The fear is that the spirit stones won't be easy to take.

The fear is that being "one of our own" won't be easy to do.

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Time flew by; several days passed with nothing happening.

One could see the temperature rising higher and higher.

Watching the Temperature climb higher and higher.

Summer was approaching.

Therefore, Xu Zhangqing used a Communication Talisman to notify Han Su.

Asking him to find a time to come loosen the soil.

Having learned from the spring experience, he decided to start from yield.

Of course, because there was a small plantable area below Stone Mountain.

He would definitely also cultivate some Lingti on the side.

But openly, he would still plant spirit rice.

"Senior Brother Xu!" Han Su arrived at noon.

Xu Zhangqing went out the door to welcome him: "You came so fast."

Han Su grinned: "As long as Senior Brother notifies me, Junior Brother will never delay."

Compared to Lin An and the others being unreliable.

The one before him was more "fragrant."

Although fifty jin of second-grade spirit rice wasn't much, at least the source was stable enough.

So there wouldn't be the awkward situation of having it this time and none the next.

Xu Zhangqing didn't stand on ceremony, pointing to the Spirit Field: "Then let's begin."

However, Han Su waved his hand: "Before starting, let me show Senior Brother something good."

"Oh?" Hearing this, Xu Zhangqing couldn't help but size him up.

Han Su leaned in close, then pulled something out of his Small Storage Bag: "Senior Brother needs spells, doesn't he? This is what I got from the Loose Cultivator Market a few days ago."

Xu Zhangqing took it, a thin booklet.

There were several blurred characters on it.

【Iron Wood Armor Technique】

He immediately flipped through it, discovering it was still a high-rank spell.

But upon reaching the end, he was stunned.

It was actually incomplete, a Fragmented Edition.

Han Su scratched his head: "I do have a few low-rank spells, but I thought Senior Brother would prefer high-rank."

"Although it's a Fragmented Edition, the seller said the First Layer effect is also very powerful."

Xu Zhangqing didn't get angry, but nodded: "You've worked hard, Junior Brother."

Having it was already good.

After all, he had gone to the Loose Cultivator Market at risk of danger.

Therefore, he himself had no need to be picky.

Seeing this, Han Su sighed in relief, then started rummaging in his Small Storage Bag again: "After buying this Fragmented Edition, there are still ten jin of second-grade spirit rice left..."

Xu Zhangqing stopped him with one hand: "The rest counts as your hardship fee."

"Ah?" Han Su was very surprised, even somewhat moved.

Although it was only ten jin of second-grade spirit rice.

But at current market rates.

Whether selling it or exchanging it for first-grade spirit rice, it was actually profitable.

Xu Zhangqing put away the 【Iron Wood Armor Technique】, then smiled: "Start your performance."

Han Su didn't waste words, immediately taking off his shoes.

Having learned from last time, this time he made full preparations.

But strangely, the yin cold underground was not strong now.

Although it could still be felt, the time he could endure was longer than the first time.

Just like that, Han Su loosened the soil in the Spirit Field while Xu Zhangqing supervised above.

Drink water when thirsty.

Rest when tired.

Finished loosening the soil after half an hour.

Xu Zhangqing took out a Contract Talisman: "Same as before, after summer ends you'll receive fifty jin of second-grade spirit rice as remuneration."

Han Su hurriedly said: "I trust Senior Brother, so there's no need to sign a Spirit Talisman Contract."

Xu Zhangqing knew the other wanted to draw closer, but still insisted: "This is a guarantee for you, in case my summer yield is low."

"Then..." Hearing this, Han Su was very moved, and could only agree: "Fine!"

After signing the Spirit Talisman Contract.

He left this place.

But the direction was not to walk out of the Spirit Field.

He actually still had to loosen soil for others, just that he came to Xu Zhangqing's place first.

In the following days.

Xu Zhangqing had been cultivating the Fragmented Edition of the high-rank spell 【Iron Wood Armor Technique】 that Han Su brought from the Loose Cultivator Market.

Even if he could only refine to the First Layer, it was worth it.

After all, this was a defensive spell.

According to the meaning inside.

Even if only reaching the First Layer, it could cover his body with a layer of iron wood armor.

Can withstand several hundred jin of piercing force.

There are even effects such as fire resistance and metal resistance.

But it must be said, high-rank spells are learned very slowly.

Want to complete it at the fastest speed.

Best paired with expert-grade Spirit Rice Wine.

Therefore, Xu Zhangqing began brewing wine.

This time what was used was not First-grade Spirit Rice, but one hundred jin of Second-grade Spirit Rice.

The quality will therefore improve.

Very quickly, only three days' time.

Spirit Rice Wine had already begun to be produced.

Although the amount is not much, this is only a beginning; afterward it will continuously be produced.

Xu Zhangqing took a small sip, and immediately stared wide-eyed.

【Second-grade Spirit Rice Wine (Expert) ↑】

(Effect One: Within one hour, increase Spiritual Qi Absorption Speed by 30%)

(Effect Two: When Wood-element spells are cast, Spiritual Power consumption -20%)

(Effect Three: In a tipsy state, increase Low Rank spell comprehension speed by 25%)

(Effect Four: In a tipsy state, increase High Rank spell comprehension speed by 10%)

(Negative Effect One: Long-term drinking will continuously lower Reaction Speed)

(Negative Effect Two: Long-term drinking will cause injury to the Internal Organs)

With the negative effects unchanged, all positive effects are enhanced!!!