Chapter 482: Longevity: My Farming-Style Cultivation Is Too Steady Chapter 482 Senior Sister's Reminder

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Protagonist:

Xu Zhangqing

Xu Zhangqing saw this was such a coincidence and guessed it had something to do with the Luo River Bei Clan's three-thousand-year banquet.

Although he wasn't interested, since it was Eldest Senior Sister actively reaching out, he definitely couldn't ignore it, so he injected a wisp of his mana into it to communicate.

"Eldest Senior Sister!"

"When did you get back?"

"It's been several days!"

"As for the banquet, it's not that I didn't want to invite you, but..."

"It's fine, Senior Sister, I don't like going out anyway."

"Forget it, let's talk in person."

Afterward, Bei Qingtang actively ended the communication.

Looking at the communication talisman whose spiritual light had dimmed in his hand, Xu Zhangqing blinked: "I really don't want to go."

Although he didn't know what tricks were involved, he truly didn't care about the so-called Luo River Bei Clan, nor did he care about this banquet.

Even if your clan's three thousand years are impressive, is there an immortal sect with over ten thousand years?

Better to look forward to the Thousand Sects Dharma Assembly to be held soon!

Xu Zhangqing had already decided: before it started, he would refine pills and refine artifacts in private, and after disciples from other immortal sects and sects arrived, he would sell off everything he had stockpiled.

He didn't seek to make a huge profit; anyway, he'd clear a batch first.

But just as he was about to leave, he suddenly ran into an acquaintance.

Han Su, Li Xianglin.

Han Su's eyes lit up: "Senior Brother Xu, why didn't you tell me in advance if you came to see me?"

Xu Zhangqing made up an excuse: "Mainly wanted to give you a surprise!"

Han Su was quite moved: "Come, let's go down and talk."

Hearing they had to go down again, Xu Zhangqing couldn't hold it in, and quickly waved his hand: "It's fine, it's good up here. I noticed you haven't had any news lately—did something happen?"

Han Su and Li Xianglin exchanged a glance, then nodded: "Indeed, there's something that might need your help."

Now unlike before, Xu Zhangqing was much more composed, and immediately raised his chin: "What is it?"

Han Su told the truth: "Back then, to help me achieve Foundation Establishment, Xianglin asked many people, so we owe a lot of spirit stones."

"To pay them all off, just doing tasks isn't enough, so we're preparing to refine pills."

Xu Zhangqing understood: "So you're lacking materials for refining pills?"

Han Su helplessly nodded: "Buying materials through normal channels, with our current wealth, even putting it all in wouldn't be enough."

"We were thinking if we could cooperate with a spirit farmer—no spirit stones upfront, and after the pills are refined, even sold, both sides split the profits."

Xu Zhangqing raised an eyebrow: "Isn't that getting something for nothing?"

"The cooperating spirit farmer wouldn't earn a single cent upfront."

"The key is, how good is Li Xianglin's pill-refining skill, and can it even succeed?"

"If not, the cooperating spirit farmer is definitely going to lose out."

"Even the medicinal herbs painstakingly cultivated would have to be sold cheaply in the end."

Regarding this, Han Su opened his mouth but couldn't refute.

Precisely because of this predicament, they had never found a cooperating spirit farmer.

Xu Zhangqing pondered for a moment, then voiced his thought: "I personally think that instead of screwing others over, you should go find Senior Brother Li and have him free up one mu of spirit field to try it out with you temporarily."

Given the current situation, it's almost impossible for outsiders to cooperate.

The best way is to find an acquaintance; that way, even if you screw them over, it won't come to turning faces in the end.

Coincidentally, Li Xianglin's cousin, Li Sancai, has already reached Foundation Establishment Perfection and possesses five mu of second-grade spirit fields.

Li Xianglin gave an awkward smile: "Tried it, and then I got... scolded."

Hearing this, Xu Zhangqing wasn't surprised: "If it were me, I'd scold you too. Your behavior is indeed too much."

Han Su scratched his head: "Looks like we still have to honestly mine."

Actually, mining earns quite a bit, and if you come across rare ore stones or minerals, you can earn even more.

The problem is, the probability of striking it rich this way is really too low, far less stable than refining pills.

Xu Zhangqing thought for a moment: "First tell me what pills you refine, then I'll ask around in private to see if anyone happens to be planting the medicinal herbs."

Li Xianglin immediately said: "Body Tempering Pills!"

The two had investigated this in private.

Currently, demand for this kind of pill is very high.

First, Earth Spirit Root disciples, to withstand greater pressure, especially those switching to Body Cultivation, therefore need a large amount of Body Tempering Pills.

Second, loose cultivators, because they fight monsters year-round, so they need strong physiques, and Body Tempering Pills are also popular in loose cultivator markets.

Xu Zhangqing thoughtfully said: "I remember the materials for this pill: Blue Vein Grass, Red Iron Powder, Spirit Spring Water, Monster Blood. No wonder you don't have enough spirit stones."

The first few materials are reasonably priced, only Monster Blood is relatively expensive.

And the higher the Dao Xing of the monster, the higher the price of its blood.

Li Xianglin was surprised: "Senior Brother Xu, aren't you a spirit farmer? How do you know so much about pill refining, even the materials so clearly?"

Xu Zhangqing was very calm: "I've crossed more bridges than you've walked roads."

Han Su deeply agreed: "I still remember to this day, Senior Brother especially liked reading books."

Xu Zhangqing waved his hand: "Alright, I can help you ask about the Blue Vein Grass, but I can't guarantee success. You'd best consider another way out."

Afterward, he walked toward the other side, quickly leaving.

Han Su and Li Xianglin looked at each other, both seeing a trace of hesitation in the other's eyes.

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Hongfeng Valley.

Because of the Mutual Aid Association founded by Miao Huayu, Xu Linshan, and others, Xu Zhangqing didn't need to ask around one by one; finding one person in charge was enough.

Not long after, from Miao Huayu's mouth, he learned that in their circle, there were indeed Spirit Farmers planting Blue Vein Grass, and the yield was quite large.

The reason was that this grass's medicinal properties were very gentle, its Spiritual Energy stable, and it could neutralize dryness.

Besides being able to refine Body Tempering Pills, it could also be used to refine Spirit Nourishing Pills and Calming Spirit Pills.

Demand was high, so naturally there were people planting it.

Especially recently, many people were cultivating it.

As for whether they were willing to cooperate with Han Su, that was currently unclear.

Actually, whether it succeeded or not, Xu Zhangqing didn't care at all; this kind of behavior wasn't encouraged in the first place.

Next, he shifted his attention elsewhere.

When it was nearly evening, Eldest Senior Sister Bei Qingtang arrived.

Xu Zhangqing hurriedly led her into the valley, even specially pouring a cup of good tea.

Bei Qingtang sized up the Junior Brother before her; a long while passed before she spoke: "Actually, the reason I didn't invite you was mainly because Junior Brother, you're in a very awkward position right now, so it's better not to go."

Xu Zhangqing froze: "I'm in an awkward position?"

Bei Qingtang nodded: "You're currently at Foundation Establishment Late Stage, then you're the Spirit Field's only Spirit Nurturer, and also a Core Disciple of Qingmu Peak — too many identities."

Xu Zhangqing still didn't understand, asking in puzzlement: "But what does that have to do with attending your clan's banquet?"

Bei Qingtang explained: "It's simple. Foundation Establishment Stage has no qualification to attend.

The Spirit Nurturer identity qualifies, but you can't just leave the Spirit Field.

A Qingmu Peak Core Disciple has this qualification, but you're too busy."

The Luo River Bei Clan has been inherited for three thousand years; therefore, this isn't an ordinary banquet, but a very major one.

At that time, the people coming will be very numerous.

Among them are Immortal Sect Core Disciples, some Sects' Direct Disciples.

Even many Cultivation Clans' and powers' middle and high levels.

It's just that Xu Zhangqing is different — too many identities.

Originally a Qingmu Peak Core Disciple, yet he insists on staying in the Spirit Field.

This led to the result that even if she wanted to invite him, in the end she still gave up.

Only then did Xu Zhangqing understand what was going on, and he said with a wry smile: "Eldest Senior Sister, actually there's no need to take it so seriously. I already said before, I have no intention of attending your clan's banquet at all."

Bei Qingtang appeared slightly surprised: "But Bei Qinghui didn't say that."

At that time, the other party actively used a Communication Talisman to contact me.

Saying that Xu Zhangqing wasn't invited, so he got angry.

This is also why she put down the matter in her hands and actively came to find me — one of the reasons.

Xu Zhangqing knew at once where the problem lay, and hurriedly said: "At that time I had other matters to go to the Spiritual Vein, then she stopped me and asked whether I'd attend the Luo River Bei Clan's banquet……"

Bei Qingtang's face darkened after hearing this: "This little girl actually dared to lie to me."

Xu Zhangqing could also understand, and smiled: "She also meant well."

Seeing it was just a misunderstanding, Bei Qingtang stood up preparing to leave, but before leaving she reminded again: "Sixth Junior Brother, I'll still say the same thing — your current identities are too many."

Watching Eldest Senior Sister's departing back, Xu Zhangqing carefully pondered the last sentence she said: "Could it be that someone on Qingmu Peak has developed dissatisfaction toward me?"

Recalling earlier, Hua Lao specially talked to me about realm, identity, and status, and combining that with Eldest Senior Sister's reminder just now.

At this, he more or less understood.

It seems the dual identities of Core Disciple and Spirit Nurturer have blocked some people.

Although no one has come to make trouble yet, Hua Lao and Eldest Senior Sister definitely heard rumors.

Both of them are hinting now, showing that someone wants to stir up trouble.

Xu Zhangqing took a deep breath: "Looks like I need to be careful for a while."

Qingmu Peak — although the Master is the "Peak Master," with the highest status.

There are still the Vice Peak Master and several Elders.

To put it bluntly, although everyone has the same Spiritual Root, they're not of one mind.

Factions, relationships — each one complex to death.

Anything that can involve interests won't be just one person.

Therefore in the following days, Xu Zhangqing became even more low-profile.

Basically, if there was no business he absolutely wouldn't go out; if he could stay home he stayed home.

Either educating Xiao Linglong to read and recognize characters.

Or teasing Wangwang and Wangzai.

Whenever he had free time he delved into spells, or refined pills, or refined artifacts — life was very fulfilling.

Originally thought it could continue like this forever, but unexpectedly half a month later, trouble still came knocking.

Of course, the one being sought wasn't Xu Zhangqing, but the Qing Alliance organized by Miao Huayu, Xu Linshan, and others.

The one at the head was none other than Ji Mingxuan, whom he had not seen in a long time and had not contacted.

These former disciples of the Linghe Sect, along with those who had merged into the Immortal Sect from the Canglan Sea Region, had also privately formed a Mutual Aid Association called the Linghe Association.

Although its scale was not large, its influence was not small, especially occupying a place in the Flower Sea Market.

Coincidentally, the spiritual plants and medicinal herbs sold by Xu Zhangqing's Qing Alliance clashed with those sold by the Linghe Association, causing trouble that escalated increasingly!