[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-steady-cultivation-starting-with-the-perk-work-h":3,"chapter-steady-cultivation-starting-with-the-perk-work-h-steady-cultivation-starting-with-the-perk-work-h-chapter-89":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Steady Cultivation: Starting With the Perk “Work Hard, Rest Hard”",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},601529,849,"Chapter 90: A New Entry for Homebodies!","steady-cultivation-starting-with-the-perk-work-h-chapter-89",89,"\u003Cp>The conference concluded smoothly in the end.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yuan later shared some alchemy insights, and during his lecture, everyone listened with unprecedented attentiveness, far surpassing their focus during previous sessions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yuan spent three hours imparting alchemy knowledge before gracefully departing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He left behind a crowd displaying expressions ranging from restless excitement to wistful melancholy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These attendees soon dispersed from the Seven Extremes Sect, and news quickly spread throughout the cultivation world.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yuan's reputation expanded at lightning speed!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A Void Refining elder!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nearing lifespan's end!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The pinnacle of alchemy!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When True Monarch Nocturnal Chill publicly revealed the effects of the pill on his child, it created another wave of astonishment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A mediocre Foundation Establishment cultivator with merely low-grade spiritual roots had actually advanced to a sixth-grade Golden Core!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though only sixth-grade, given his original aptitude, he should have barely reached first-grade at most. While first-grade could potentially reach Nascent Soul, sixth-grade not only secured Nascent Soul but even offered a glimmer of hope for Divine Transformation - this was incomparable to his original prospects.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In Cave Dwelling No.6.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yuan lounged comfortably while listening to system notifications.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Ding, Fame Points +88]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Ding, Fame Points +1]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Ding, Fame Points +24]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Ding, Fame Points +3]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Fantastic!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yuan felt utterly content.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Several days had passed since the Alchemy Conference, and the growth of his fame points had gradually slowed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He opened his system panel to review:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Name]: Su Yuan\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Region]: Green Vine Continent\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Rank]: Renowned (1,285,000\u002F10,000,000)\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Realm]: Peak Foundation Establishment (99\u002F100): Peak Golden Star Realm\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Entry 1]: Work-Life Balance: Current rest duration: 18 days\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Entry 2]: Daoist Techniques Naturally\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Entry 3]: Seven Stars Shine Bright\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Entry 4]: Mind Echo\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Entry 5]: Great Master's Bearing\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Entry 6]: To Be Selected\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Indeed, taking that risk was worth it - earned 800,000 fame points in one go!\" Su Yuan mused delightedly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His confidence in taking this risk stemmed largely from the [Great Master's Bearing] entry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This entry served two purposes: first, it granted him Void Refining-level pressure, preventing others from probing his actual condition (or daring to try);\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>second, it detected hidden threats, virtually eliminating the possibility of being ambushed. If any Void Refining expert tried sneaking in, he would automatically project Body Unity-level pressure rather than just Void Refining pressure!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Each entry proved immensely useful, so selecting this sixth one required careful consideration.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Little Cai, come sprinkle some colorful lights for me!\" Su Yuan called to his frolicking Nine-Colored Celestial Fish.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My name is Su Si!\" The fish floated over, pouting in displeasure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Right, right, force of habit. I'll remember next time!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He gazed at her expectantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a puff, Little Cai released a radiant glow that enveloped Su Yuan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Golden, wooden, watery, fiery, and earthy Dao rhythms swirled around him, prompting Su Yuan to marvel at the sight - this fish truly possessed remarkable bloodline traits, having naturally comprehended all five elemental concepts immediately upon reaching third-tier!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was practically cheating!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Perhaps the breakthrough conditions at Silver Spirit Waterfall were simply too favorable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Surrounded by these five conceptual rhythms, Su Yuan felt profoundly at ease as he activated his system.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Three lines of text materialized before him:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Know When to Stop]: You easily identify valuable items. Each discovery and collection slightly increases your negligible fortune.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Perilous Duty]: You readily detect dangerous situations. Each identified and resolved crisis slightly extends your negligible lifespan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Emulate the Virtuous]: You effortlessly spot talented individuals. Each genius recruited allows you to appropriate a portion of their cultivation to supplement your own.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Three entries appeared before Su Yuan, still catching him by surprise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Treasures, dangers, talents?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Corresponding to fortune, lifespan, and cultivation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yuan fell into deep contemplation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Each of these entries offered substantial temptation - any choice would be valid, but only one could be selected.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yuan analyzed carefully:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fortune held great importance for cultivators. Without it, progress became arduous;\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>with it, treasures might literally fall from the sky.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cultivation seemed simpler - selecting this entry meant he could lie at home while his power grew, with more and stronger disciples accelerating his progress.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, recruiting geniuses carried karma. Each additional disciple spun more karmic threads, extending even to their disciples' disciples - endless troubles once begun. Compared to this, the cultivation gains seemed insignificant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Choosing the third entry would make his cultivation path fraught with anxiety.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thus Su Yuan's gaze finally settled on the second entry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The latter half promised lifespan extension.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Longevity represented one of cultivation's fundamental goals - selecting this entry would undoubtedly prove worthwhile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>More crucially, the danger detection capability addressed cultivators' greatest fear: unforeseen perils. This early warning system would provide critical risk alerts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Forewarned, he could choose whether to confront or avoid dangers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The entry's first half ensured safety during cultivation, while the second extended his cultivation lifespan - combined, they might truly lead to immortality!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With sufficient lifespan, gradual cultivation would eventually succeed!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Life presented many choices - who could always select optimally? Obtaining what one desired sufficed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Resolute, Su Yuan mentally selected [Perilous Duty]!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Instantly, an inexplicable power surged through him, invigorating his spirit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Ding, Lifespan +10]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Ding, Lifespan +8]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Ding, Lifespan +5]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Ding, Lifespan +4]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yuan blinked in surprise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Lifespan: 18\u002F327]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He raised an eyebrow - the theoretical lifespan limit for Foundation Establishment was 300 years, yet his had increased to 327!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When the lifespan notifications appeared, images flashed through his mind - Zhuge Jian, Nangong Huoyu, and their two companions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Activating the entry had retroactively calculated his earlier rescue of these four from peril, granting him 27 bonus years!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yuan's eyes sparkled with excitement!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Twenty-seven free years of lifespan!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This entry's effects proved truly remarkable!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He immediately set out to conduct experiments.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Returning half a day later, he wore a thoughtful expression.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Results matched expectations: saving a rabbit from mortal danger yielded no lifespan gain;\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>venturing beyond the sect to rescue a drowning child similarly produced no notification.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Examining the [Perilous Duty] entry, he considered its literal meaning - the danger likely referred to threats against himself or those connected to him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Presumably, only crises involving Seven Extremes Sect disciples or his own family would trigger lifespan rewards.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Understanding this, Su Yuan remained unperturbed - such events occurred frequently. As long as lifespan gains exceeded consumption, this entry essentially granted him immortality!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With ample lifespan, he could cultivate peacefully;\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>when running low, he could remotely mete out celestial punishment to replenish it - perfectly balanced.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His heart settled into complete tranquility.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now he needn't debate whether to seek adventures or resources.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With this entry, he could comfortably remain sequestered in the sect indefinitely!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However splendid the outside world, he'd content himself with a cup of tea!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Paired with [Work-Life Balance], this created perfect synergy - accumulating more rest time for exponentially greater cultivation effects!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This aligned perfectly with his original cultivation aspirations. Previously concerned about lifespan, he'd needed to take risks for fame;\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>now he could simply relax.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yuan happily cast a fishing line into his cave dwelling's stream - though rich in spiritual energy, most fish remained ordinary unless fate intervened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he fished contentedly, free from cultivation concerns, Little Cai would inevitably appear whenever he hooked a spiritual fish, flipping the line to grant escape.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sticking out her tongue playfully, the fish spirit teased him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unfazed, Su Yuan chuckled, \"There are countless fish in the world - you can't protect them all!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I don't care! You can't eat spiritual fish in front of me! They're developing intelligence!\" Little Cai nestled against him coquettishly. \"Promise not to eat them?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What about ordinary fish?\" Su Yuan asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Those don't matter - big fish eat little fish, that's nature!\" With a tail flick, she scooped a mundane fish from the water. \"Roast this for me! Make it tasty!\" she demanded sweetly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yuan laughed helplessly. \"Fine, fine, I'll grill it for you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The aromatic roasting soon attracted Xiao Li, who plopped down beside them expectantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yuan suddenly realized he'd become their personal chef!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Noticing the thirty-five spiritual fish showing traces of Nine-Colored Celestial Fish heritage, he produced five pills.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Su Yuan, what pills are these? They smell amazing!\" Little Cai asked eagerly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not for you - they wouldn't benefit you,\" Su Yuan waved her off before addressing Old Qian: \"Can you refine these into equivalent liquid medicine?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not with just five - I'd need a hundred,\" Old Qian replied.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Another time then.\" Su Yuan tossed the pills to the thirty-five fish.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Little Cai watched curiously as the fish scrambled for the pills.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After intense competition, five emerged victorious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon consuming the pills, their auras surged dramatically!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two hours later, five third-tier monster auras erupted!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yuan promptly taught them transformation arts based on Seven Extremes techniques.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, several child forms appeared by the stream. With a wave, Su Yuan clothed them in miniature robes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Three boys and two girls stood proudly before him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The newly transformed children immediately prostrated respectfully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We thank our master!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"From now on, you shall be Su Da, Su Er, Su San, Su Lan, and Su Ju,\" Su Yuan bestowed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two girls responded brightly: \"Su Lan\u002FSu Ju thanks master for the name!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Satisfied, Su Yuan thought two more would complete the set nicely with Su Mei and Su He.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The three boys froze momentarily, slow to react.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank your master for the names!\" Little Cai scolded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finally comprehending, they bowed: \"Su Da\u002FSu Er\u002FSu Su thanks master for the names!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Exchanging glances as they knelt, the boys' eyes conveyed silent lament - why were their names so... simplistic?\u003C\u002Fp>",1589,"2026-05-30T17:32:16.605Z","2026-06-01T04:31:47.954Z",1,"novelbin.me","82838587160da74e13ec7d6104f9bab099592f05cf32bd1992a63d1266e34269","steady-cultivation-starting-with-the-perk-work-h-chapter-90","steady-cultivation-starting-with-the-perk-work-h-chapter-88",640,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fsteady-cultivation-starting-with-the-perk-work-h-cover.jpg"]