Chapter 715: Longevity: My Farming-Style Cultivation Is Too Steady Chapter 715 Three-Party Cooperation

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Protagonist:

Xu Zhangqing

The clamor within the Nine Mountains Nine Curves Secret Realm had nothing to do with Xu Zhangqing.

Dongting Immortal Sect and Hongfeng Valley remained peaceful as ever.

Crimson maples covered the mountains like fire; as the wind stirred the leaves, they rustled softly.

The spirit fields within the valley were lush and verdant, with spirit plants of all colors growing vigorously.

Crystal-clear dewdrops hung on the leaves, refracting a gentle spiritual light.

Xu Zhangqing squatted on the ground, teasing Wangwang, who had obtained the Lingquan Dog Bloodline.

In the past, it would surely have lain on the ground basking in the sun, barely moving.

Now it was different; ever since obtaining the new bloodline, its energy was exceptionally vigorous.

As for stamina, though it could not match its son's level, it was far stronger than before.

Xu Zhangqing threw a tree branch.

Wangwang immediately ran to fetch it back.

Occasionally Wangzai barged in, and the scene instantly turned chaotic.

Not far away, three disciples were watering rare spirit plants.

Sun Shangxiang and Lin Feng were fine; after so many years, they had long grown accustomed to it.

Only Qingyao was different, her movements somewhat clumsy.

Moreover, she would occasionally steal a glance at Xu Zhangqing.

She looked cautious and careful, as if afraid of being "scolded."

But she was overthinking it.

Backed by the three-thousand-year-old Immortal Maiden Qingyue, how could Xu Zhangqing dare to provoke her?

Outwardly, although he was Qingyao's master.

But in private, if the two of them met.

Although Xu Zhangqing did not kneel, he still had to respectfully call out: "Master-Mother!"

And her little tricks, Xu Zhangqing, a Golden Core Late Stage cultivator, had long sensed: "When watering with spirit spring water, let it seep slowly along the roots and stems; never pour it on forcefully."

Sun Shangxiang sighed: "Only when watering can I touch the spirit plants!"

Lin Feng chuckled: "Eldest Senior Sister is harder to please than these spirit plants!"

Sun Shangxiang glared, raising her hand as if to strike: "You brat, you're itching for a beating again."

Lin Feng laughed and immediately hid behind Qingyao, and the three of them scuffled together.

Seeing this scene, Xu Zhangqing not only did not get angry, but smiled with satisfaction.

Of these three disciples, in terms of aptitude, Sun Shangxiang should rank first.

It was a pity that her constitution was special; she could not cultivate spirit plants, and whatever she raised died.

As for Second Disciple Lin Feng, despite having both wood and wind spiritual roots, his aptitude was actually rather poor.

Fortunately, he was diligent and practical, never impulsive.

Whatever was taught, he learned; whatever he learned, he mastered—the most reassuring of all.

As for Third Disciple Qingyao, who had been taken in less than a year ago, she had only a wood spiritual root.

In terms of aptitude and comprehension, perhaps Immortal Maiden Qingyue's influence played a part.

Therefore she learned quickly, almost on par with Eldest Disciple Sun Shangxiang.

The sun gradually slanted, gilding Hongfeng Valley with a layer of warm gold.

At this moment, Ruo Qunshuang walked to the gate.

Today she wore a white dress that made her skin appear whiter than snow.

A Hongfeng wood zan was slanted in her hair, making her look gentle and charming.

Though she was nearly forty, she actually looked as fresh as a twenty-year-old.

"It's getting late; time to cultivate!"

"You few, hurry up and clean up."

"Qing Ge, taste and comment on the lingfan I made~"

Though called lingfan, it was actually no different from home cooking.

The difference was that these were all made from spirit plants and contained spiritual energy within.

Moreover, the higher the grade of the lingfan, the stronger the effects it carried.

Carefully cooked spirit rice.

Stir-fried spirit vegetables.

Stewed spirit beast meat until mushy.

And a pot of valuable milk wine.

Xu Zhangqing did not comment, but instead took her hand.

Their fingertips touched, and warmth flowed in their hearts.

Only the sound of wind blowing through leaves could be heard; everything was understood without words.

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After five days of leisure, Xu Zhangqing looked at the spirit plants in the Spirit Field growing more and more lush, feeling it was about time.

He took out a communication talisman, infused it with magic power, and the next second spiritual light lit up.

After a while, a voice came from the opposite side.

At first it was not very clear, with some noise.

After a while, the voice of Earth Pulse Steward Yang Zhenyue finally sounded.

"Who is it?"

"It's me, Xu Zhangqing!"

"Xu Sikong, you busy person, do you have business with me?"

Upon hearing it was Xu Zhangqing, Yang Zhenyue's attitude softened considerably.

No way, the other side was the head of the Spirit Field, while he himself was the second-in-command of the Earth Pulse.

In terms of status and background, he was indeed inferior, so he could only lower his posture.

Xu Zhangqing said in a deep voice: "Old Yang, I want to discuss cooperation with you."

Yang Zhenyue was stunned: "Cooperation?"

Xu Zhangqing continued: "I want to take the Spirit Field as the core, unite the Earth Pulse and the Water Pavilion."

The Earth Pulse circulates qi, the Water Pavilion spreads rain."

On the other end of the communication talisman there was silence for a moment, Yang Zhenyue's voice carrying a hint of hesitation: "Xu Sikong, I hear no difference from before?"

Previously, everyone released and accepted tasks from the Sect side.

This way, not only could they make connections through this, but also harvest points.

Now hearing it, it was exactly the same as what the other party was saying now.

Xu Zhangqing said seriously: "Yes, and a big one."

I plan to abandon tasks and use a brand new system."

Upon hearing this, Yang Zhenyue was shocked: "Xu Sikong, doing this is a bit bold."

Previously, the Sect would only act on this kind of collaboration after clearly defining responsibilities and point rewards.

Your kind of union is equivalent to bypassing the Sect's task system.

How are points calculated?

Will there be disputes later?

Everything is unknown!"

Xu Zhangqing dared to circulate qi at this time, surely he had considerations, and immediately said: "Regarding points, Steward Yang need not worry."

As for the Water Pavilion side, I have already discussed it properly with Lord Mo Zhenjun.

As for the Spirit Beast Valley, Valley Master Mu has also agreed.

As for points, I will personally negotiate with the Sect.

Now only the Earth Pulse and the Earth Fire District have no results."

Yang Zhenyue asked in surprise: "Why didn't you go to the Earth Fire District first?"

Xu Zhangqing said helplessly: "The alchemists of the Earth Fire District have always thought highly of themselves.

They feel alchemy belongs to one of the five great arts, and look down on spirit farmers.

I once expressed my thoughts, but was refused.

Therefore I want to first set up the Earth Pulse, Water Pavilion, and Spirit Field."

Yang Zhenyue fell into deep thought upon hearing this, and only spoke after a long while: "Such a major matter, I cannot decide."

I need to first request instructions from Lord Yuan.

But even if Lord Yuan agrees, this matter involves multi-party cooperation, and cannot bypass the nod of the Sect Management; only if they agree can I let the Earth Pulse disciples fully cooperate."

Xu Zhangqing nodded slightly: "Good!"

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Deep in the Earth Pulse, no sky or sun was seen.

Only the earth marrow embedded in the rock walls emitted a pale yellow glow.

The earth qi here was both heavy and condensed.

And the place where Lord Yuan Shi Yuan was located was the deepest part.

Stalactites formed over ten thousand or a thousand years were seen everywhere.

Water drops fell for a long time, smashing countless pits on the ground.

The sound rang out ding dong, sounding crisp and pleasant to the ear.

Yang Zhenyue bowed with clasped hands toward a zhang-tall stone statue ahead: "Lord Yuan!"

Shi Yuan's voice, low like underground rumbling: "What is it?"

Yang Zhenyue quickly reported Xu Zhangqing's cooperation plan truthfully.

Shi Yuan, upon hearing this, was thoughtful: "Back then, Senior Brother Zhu favored Xu Zhangqing greatly."

Yang Zhenyue, though not responding, silently nodded.

Everyone in the Sect knew that back then Valley Master Zhu held Xu Zhangqing in extremely high regard, and everyone thought he would become a disciple under that person's door, but in the end he actually became one of the Direct Disciples of Mu Ji Peak Master.

You must know, Mu Ji was not only a newly advanced Spirit Transformation Venerable of the Sect.

He was also the Peak Master of Qingmu Peak, and the former Spirit Field Sikong.

After Shi Yuan finished analyzing the pros and cons, he couldn't help but sigh: "This kid, although he has a Wood Spiritual Root, is not confined to planting techniques."

Not only is his mind agile, but he also knows how to borrow momentum to act.

Yang Zhenyue hesitated for a moment: "Abyss Master, this matter is ultimately somewhat risky..."

Shi Yuan gave a half-smile: "Risky?

The Immortal Sect's task system is certainly steady and safe, yet it is also rigid.

Spirit Field, Spiritual Vein, and the Water Control Pavilion originally complement each other, yet they have been torn apart into fragments.

Xu Zhangqing's actions and thoughts appear bold, but in reality he has touched upon the root of the problem."

Yang Zhenyue was stunned for a moment: "Then what is your meaning?"

Shi Yuan laughed: "As for the matter of points, since he dares to guarantee it, then let us give it a try.

If it succeeds, we profit steadily.

If it fails, we do not lose.

Only by breaking convention can one go further.

Clinging to old rules and refusing to let go instead leads to stagnation."

Hearing this, Yang Zhenyue understood completely in his heart.

Unexpectedly, the Abyss Master also regards Xu Zhangqing quite highly.

Shi Yuan's voice resounded once more: "You go and reply to Xu Zhangqing, just say I agreed.

Moreover, the subsequent negotiations with the Sect Management, I will personally step forward."

Yang Zhenyue bowed and replied: "Yes, Abyss Master!"

Shi Yuan's gaze was deep, and he murmured: "If Senior Brother Zhu Shi were here, he would presumably be extremely gratified!"