Chapter 440: Longevity: My Steady Farming Cultivation — Chapter 440: Missing!

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Protagonist:

Xu Zhangqing

Seven days later, the snow stopped.

Hongfeng Valley was covered by a layer of accumulated snow, appearing both tranquil and pure.

Occasionally a breeze brushed past, the branches swayed lightly, and fine snowflakes fell rustling down.

The distant spirit fields, the earth, the mountain ranges — all were draped in a layer of gradually melting snow, and newborn tender shoots were emerging bit by bit.

As Xu Zhangqing watched silently, his heart also relaxed in relief.

As long as the snow stopped, the disaster brought by this Cold Abyss Snow would count as weathered.

Actually he himself didn't mind; after all, there was no planting in winter, and moreover the Five Elements Four Seasons Array was protecting them, so there was fundamentally no need to worry about losses.

The key was the other spirit farmers, especially Miao Huayu and Xu Linshan who had just been promoted — for these people, this kind of disaster event would certainly bring major pressure, even psychological shadows.

"Lao Xu, we're here!"

At this moment, Hu Bugui's voice came from the entrance.

Not only him; beside him was also Zhao Ziyue, whom he hadn't seen for a long time.

Xu Zhangqing's figure flickered, vanishing from the spot as if teleporting; when he appeared again, he was already at the entrance, and then he said with a light laugh: "You've finally come."

Now Hu Bugui has reached Foundation Establishment.

Zhao Ziyue has found a backer.

Plus the disaster event has just passed.

That counts as three happy events, worth a celebration.

Hu Bugui was still the same as always, bringing many things.

If it were the old Zhao Ziyue, he would certainly have come empty-handed; now it's truly different.

Ever since finding a backer, his identity and status have both risen, and plus he's not short of money, so he also bought a pile of things.

Xu Zhangqing laughed while sizing up Zhao Ziyue.

In terms of cultivation realm, he's certainly still in the Foundation Establishment Stage — that's beyond doubt.

After all, if he had broken through to Golden Core Stage, tribulation clouds and turbid thunder would definitely have appeared.

But for some reason, this was the first time he couldn't fathom the other's depth, and he kept having a sense of déjà vu — this was too strange.

Zhao Ziyue spoke: "This period of time made you all worry."

Xu Zhangqing nodded lightly: "As long as you know."

After entering the house, Zhao Ziyue continued: "Right now, I still have one Dragon Fish in hand, and I plan to let Lao Hu also become a disciple."

As soon as these words came out, Hu Bugui stared speechless, hurriedly waving his hands: "This is a rare Dragon Fish, containing a trace of Dragon Bloodline — how can it be given to me?"

Zhao Ziyue said in a deep voice: "Given the current environment, having a backer means more security; Lao Xu should understand my meaning."

Xu Zhangqing was first stunned, then nodded slightly: "Lao Zhao's words are correct."

No matter where, having a backer and not having a backer are completely two different situations.

People with a backer have more confidence and more hidden cards.

People without a backer are cautious and timid, with hands and feet bound.

To put it bluntly, that's the biggest difference between sect disciples and loose cultivators.

Judging from the current situation, Lao Zhao has obviously held something back.

Five Dragon Fish — he used one himself; by rights there should still be four left.

But from his willingness to take out another Dragon Fish to help Hu Bugui change his situation, it can be seen that he still has his two friends in his heart.

Some people, as their identity, status, cultivation realm, abilities and so on change, will expose their original personality.

From the current look, Lao Zhao is still that same Lao Zhao — at least this point hasn't changed.

Hu Bugui thought it over, and finally took a deep breath: "Although what you say is correct, I have a Gold-Fire Spiritual Root — even if I become a disciple of that person, what could I learn?"

That Golden Core Stage fishing expert himself has a Water Spiritual Root.

Zhao Ziyue also has a Water Spiritual Root, so there's no problem at all.

But I have a Gold-Fire Spiritual Root — even if I become a disciple, I wouldn't learn anything.

Xu Zhangqing patted his shoulder: "Lao Zhao's meaning is very clear — even if you learn nothing, having this layer of disciple relationship is equivalent to having a backer; the key is you can also get in touch with more connections."

Zhao Ziyue affirmed: "Right, that's exactly what I mean."

Only then did Hu Bugui suddenly realize: "So that's how you two are thinking."

Xu Zhangqing stood up: "I'll go cook; you two chat properly."

After he left, Zhao Ziyue said seriously: "As a friend, I certainly won't harm you."

Hu Bugui stared at him blankly for a long time before nodding: "Alright."

Half an hour later the meal was ready.

A plate of Ice Soul Grass Sprouts tossed with honey.

A whole piece of fire-roasted spirit venison.

A pot of live-water carp stew.

A basin of Three Elements Harmony Soup.

The rice was still top-grade spirit rice.

The wine was still top-grade spirit rice wine.

These dishes are enough for three people to finish.

After all, everything inside contains spiritual energy.

"Old Xu's cooking keeps getting better!"

"You can already make Lingfan?"

"No, seems still a bit off!"

The three ate while chatting idly.

As they chatted, they began discussing their current environment.

Xu Changqing felt strange inside.

You must know, Old Zhao used to not care much about the outside world, thinking only of fishing.

But after returning from the Canglan Sea Region, his attitude and thinking changed, and he inexplicably felt urgent.

Between the lines, he kept reminding Xu Changqing and Hu Bugui to prepare as soon as possible.

Actually Xu Changqing was fine, after all he was the only Spirit Field Spirit Cultivator, and he was also highly favored by Hua Lao and Hezhu, so he had strong backing.

The key was Hu Bugui; although he met many people while selling manure, they were only cooperative relationships and might not help when problems arose.

After eating and drinking their fill, the celebration ended.

Zhao Ziyue said he had other matters, so he left first.

Hu Bugui held the huge Dragon Fish given by the other party, his expression quite complex.

Not long ago, this fellow who needed to be pulled and dragged to fit into the circle was now increasingly beyond his understanding.

Regarding this, Xu Changqing felt the same and immediately comforted him: "Old Zhao means well for you; hand over the Dragon Fish early, and take a master early."

Hu Bugui was about to say something when suddenly a streak of green light spread from the void.

Then it transformed into the illusory form of a spirit rice plant.

Seeing this scene, the two in Hongfeng Valley were stunned.

Soon, a familiar voice sounded from opposite: "It's me."

Xu Changqing quickly bowed with clasped hands: "Hezhu!"

Hu Bugui reacted and hurriedly imitated him.

Zhu Fuxian's voice sounded again: "Xiao Xu, come over."

Xu Changqing quickly answered: "Yes."

The words had just fallen when the green light shrank back and vanished in a blink.

This time Hu Bugui couldn't take it anymore, as if ten thousand ants were crawling in his heart, holding the Dragon Fish he walked out: "I... I'm going to take a master."

Xu Changqing watched the other's gradually receding back and thought: "Usually Hua Lao contacts me with the Spirit Cultivator's token; now Hezhu personally appears, something major must have happened."

Thinking of this, he immediately summoned Broken Moon Flowing Frost, then flew toward Zhu Fuxian's Spirit Field.

Just as he landed, before he could shout inside, the Fence Gate opened automatically.

Seeing this, Xu Changqing walked into the Bamboo Hut in doubt and surprise, and at a glance saw Zhu Fuxian drinking wine while waiting for him.

Seeing someone arrive, the other waved his hand, gesturing for him to sit.

Xu Changqing couldn't help but ask before sitting: "What happened?"

Zhu Fuxian put down his wine cup and said with a stern expression: "Qin Baili is missing!"