Chapter 854: Longevity: My Farming-Style Cultivation Is Too Steady Chapter 854 Brotherly Conversation!

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Protagonist:

Xu Zhangqing

By the time the inspection ended, the sun had already slanted westward.

Golden afterglow spilled over the spirit fields, gilding the lush spirit rice with a layer of gold.

Li Sancai gazed at the endless spirit fields, a trace of worry on his face; after a moment of silence, he slowly spoke, his voice carrying a hint of unease: "Junior Brother, there's something I've kept in my heart for a long time."

Today, taking the opportunity of inspecting the spirit fields, I want to ask."

Xu Zhangqing sensed his oddness: "Senior Brother, just say it directly."

Li Sancai's voice was slightly hoarse: "You know, ever since my parents passed away, I've had no one to rely on."

It was the Linghe Sect and the spirit fields that gave me a place to settle and make a living.

For so many years, I've regarded this place as home.

I've regarded this spirit field as my own root.

But now, underground instability factors occur frequently, fewer and fewer disciples join, and the spirit fields are not what they used to be.

I... I'm afraid that one day, this spirit field cannot be preserved.

If something happens to the Linghe Sect, there will be nowhere to go."

Saying this, he raised his head, gazing pleadingly at Xu Zhangqing, his voice carrying a trace of hope: "Junior Brother, you are now honored as Spirit Field Cultivator and Qingmu Peak Acting Peak Master."

What exactly is the attitude of the Linghe Sect High Level toward the spirit fields?

Do they plan to properly reorganize, or... do they not care about our safety at all?"

Seeing his frightened look, Xu Zhangqing felt a trace of sourness in his heart: "Senior Brother, to be honest, I don't know the High Level's true intentions either."

Nowadays, whether it's the Sect Master or the Great Elder, their thoughts are all on cooperating with... outsiders.

Privately, they have never revealed to me the future planning of the spirit fields, nor mentioned any solution to the underground instability factors."

He paused, then softened his tone to comfort: "But, don't worry too much."

At least for now, the spirit fields are still safe.

The Linghe Sect wants to maintain cooperation with the outside world, and cannot do without the supply of spirit plants.

And the spirit fields are the main source of the Linghe Sect's spirit plants.

Therefore, in the short term, the High Level will definitely not neglect them.

As for what happens later, I can't say for sure; we can only take it one step at a time."

Li Sancai, hearing this, had the unease on his face ease somewhat: "Actually, my cousin Ling Bi has invited me many times over the years to return to the Central Region Li Family."

He says that nowadays the Li Family has a solid foundation in the Central Region and has firmly secured their position.

Moreover, there are large areas of first and second grade spirit fields, letting me return to help manage affairs, and the treatment is no worse than the Linghe Sect."

Previously I always refused, first because I couldn't bear to leave this spirit field and the Linghe Sect.

Second, I'm also grateful to Junior Brother for giving me a chance to settle and make a living when I was at my lowest.

But now with this situation, I have to plan for my own future.

If the Linghe Sect spirit fields really get worse and worse and can no longer hold on.

I might... might consider returning to the Central Region Li Family."

During Foundation Establishment, the people there didn't take it seriously, and didn't care much either.

Now that I'm at Golden Core, that treatment and attitude will naturally change.

Xu Zhangqing nodded slightly: "Senior Brother, I can understand your thoughts."

In fact, the reason I had Frost Sister establish Lingqu Sect was also for this reason.

If the Linghe Sect spirit fields really become untenable in the future, at least there will still be a place to go, a home to return to."

Li Sancai nodded: "Of course, Junior Brother, the Lingqu Sect you established is actually within my consideration as well."

If Junior Brother doesn't disdain me, after I leave the Linghe Sect, I will prioritize seeking refuge with you."

Apart from my cousin, the Central Region Li Family no longer has anyone I care about."

Xu Zhangqing smiled: "I certainly welcome you!"

In a trance, he recalled the time before his promotion.

Although relying on system assistance, he could still cultivate spirit plants and finally complete the assessment.

But no matter what, the other party had ultimately helped him, giving him a nudge.

Moreover, in the days after promotion, it was also because of Li Sancai's pulling in that he was able to join Li Lingbi's team.

To put it bluntly, being able to achieve today's accomplishments relies not only on his own efforts, but also on system assistance, and even more on the strong support of those around him.

So far, Xu Zhangqing is most grateful to only three people.

The first is Senior Brother Zhu, his guide.

The second is Senior Sister Yu, who gave him the warmth of home.

The third is Li Sancai, who supported him in his humble days and now assists him.

Underground instability factors are worse than any disaster event.

Past disasters only damaged spirit plants and spirit fields, and could still be remedied.

But now the anomalies not only affect the spirit fields, but also shake the foundation of the Linghe Sect.

Low and mid-level members, especially diligent spirit cultivators like Li Sancai, are now starting to seek an exit; one can imagine how severe the impact is.

This is also one of the reasons why the Linghe Sect implemented the Entering the World Plan back then.

Li Sancai let out a breath, speaking in a deep voice: "As long as you understand, that's fine. Nowadays in the Immortal Sect, the only person I can confide in is my junior brother."

Hu Bugui left.

Zhao Ziyue went home.

Pei Mo went to the Central Region.

Chu Qiu doesn't know what he's doing.

The former group of six now has only two left.

Xu Zhangqing said seriously: "Senior Brother, whatever decision you make, I support you."

Hearing this, a glimmer of gratitude flashed in Li Sancai's eyes: "That's good!"

Xu Zhangqing glanced at the sky: "It's getting late. I'll trouble Senior Brother to take care of the Spirit Field here, and I should return to Qingmu Peak."

Li Sancai quickly made a guarantee: "Junior Brother, rest assured. With me here at the Spirit Field, nothing will go wrong."

Xu Zhangqing said no more. His figure flickered, transforming into a streak of green light, flying toward Qingmu Peak at extreme speed.

Li Sancai stood on the Spirit Field Ridge, watching the direction he had departed, then looked at the Spirit Field before him. His heart was filled with countless thoughts, and he finally sighed lightly.

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Not long after, Xu Zhangqing returned to Qingmu Peak.

The lingering glow of the setting sun, passing through the barrier of the Gathering Stars Array, fell upon the seedlings in the Spirit Field. The seedlings of Star Core Zichen grew even sturdier, and the purple light at their tips grew even richer.

The glow of the Flowing Glow Star Heart Grass also became fine and bright at this moment.

As for the Splitting Universe Star Pupil Flower and the Ten Thousand Calamities Star Marrow Wood, they remained listless, showing no improvement.

Xu Zhangqing stepped forward, controlling Wood Spirit Qi and starlight to continue watering the Star Core Zichen Seed and the Flowing Glow Star Heart Grass. His movements became increasingly skilled.

But as he watered, a hint of surprise gradually rose in his heart.

Calculating by time, Second Disciple Lin Feng should have returned to Dongyu by now.

But until now, there hasn't been a bit of news. This is too strange.

"This child Lin Feng has always been steady and never makes mistakes!"

"Could it be that he encountered trouble again on his way back to Dongyu?"

"It seems I'll have to let Jiuyou go look for him!"

His mind settled, Xu Zhangqing's thought moved, and he immediately summoned the Spirit Plant Puppet.

The next second, Xu Jiuyou's figure appeared out of thin air: "Master!"

Xu Zhangqing immediately ordered: "Go outside and look for Feng'er. He still hasn't returned until now; perhaps he encountered some trouble!"