chsdbacks Chapter 66 The Refining Cauldron Takes Shape
Chapter 66 The Refining Cauldron Takes Shape
Qin Xiao's figure flickered, and he arrived at the eighth floor.
He then reached out and pressed down lightly, releasing a slight amount of spiritual energy.
With a soft "click," a floor panel slid open automatically, revealing a hidden compartment about a foot square underneath.
In the hidden compartment, there was only a warm-colored jade slip with a faint shimmering light.
A glint of light flashed in Qin Xiao's eyes.
Jade slip!
This is the kind of information recording tool commonly used in the cultivation world!
He took out the jade slip and probed it with his divine sense.
"Shui Yuan Jue".
This is a complete water-attribute basic cultivation technique that leads directly to the Great Perfection of the Qi Refining stage!
Although it's just a basic technique.
But compared to the fragmented exploration of those animal hide books, this "Water Element Technique" is undoubtedly much more formal.
It includes detailed methods for cultivating spiritual energy perception, the circulation of Qi throughout the body, and several basic spells such as water control, ice freezing, and water shield.
At the end of the jade slip, there was a message in flowing, elegant handwriting: "I have been traveling here and found a faint trace of spiritual energy, which I find quite strange. I leave this method for those with the right affinity, but the spiritual energy of this world is depleted, and the Great Dao is hard to find. If you gain even a little supernatural power, do not entertain any vain thoughts. If there are truly exceptionally talented individuals in the future, they may use this method to build their foundation, and perhaps there will be a slim chance to break through the boundary and seek the true path of immortality. Be careful and strive diligently."
The signature reads: "Bibo Sanren"
Qin Xiao withdrew his divine sense, understanding dawning on him.
This "Azure Wave Hermit" is an unknown cultivator who happened to pass through this realm and discovered that there was a sparse spiritual energy here. He then left behind this jade slip containing the basic cultivation techniques.
The royal family of Yu Kingdom somehow obtained this jade slip and those crude animal hide books.
Yu Qingyi was able to cultivate to the sixth level of Qi Refining and become the strongest "mage" in the Yu Kingdom by relying on this jade slip of "Water Element Technique".
She had clearly also seen the warnings at the end of the jade slip about "exhaustion of spiritual energy" and "difficulty in finding the Great Dao," so she was not optimistic about the prospects of the path of cultivation.
He also did not fully reveal the more crucial contents of the jade slip to Yu Fengling.
As for Yu Fengling, she was probably only allowed to read those rudimentary animal-skin books. Relying on her own three spiritual roots, she cultivated haphazardly and only reached the first level of Qi Refining, and her understanding was full of errors.
"Spiritual energy depleted...this realm..."
Qin Xiao held the jade slip, lost in thought.
Bibo Sanren mentioned that "the spiritual energy of this world is exhausted".
Since his transmigration, he has indeed felt that the spiritual energy of heaven and earth is pitifully thin, far from what is described in those cultivation novels.
My ability to quickly cultivate to the mid-stage of Core Formation was entirely due to the assistance provided by the system.
"It seems that this world is not a proper cultivation world, but more like a desolate land where spiritual energy is almost dried up. No wonder that apart from the meager legacy of the Yu Kingdom's royal family, we have no news of any other cultivators."
"What Bibo Sanren said, 'Breaking through the boundaries to seek the true path of immortality,' is probably the real way out."
Qin Xiao put the jade slip away.
The "Water Element Technique" was useless to him.
But for Yu Qingyi, it is the highest level of inheritance she can currently access.
The divine sense continued to scan the library, but no further discoveries were found.
"Very well, the purpose of this trip has been achieved. The cultivation foundation of the Yu Kingdom, or rather, the foundation of this world, is nothing more than this."
"Next, it's time to return to Jinyang Prefecture to check on the progress of the weapon-refining cauldron. And while we're at it, it's also time to get Yu Qingyi started exploring the path of cultivation."
Qin Xiao's figure flickered, transforming into a streak of light, and he silently left the library.
Inside Fengming Palace, Yu Qingyi remained seated, gazing at the rising sun outside the window, her heart churning with emotion, unable to find peace for a long time.
The desire for immortality, like a spark, quietly ignited in her heart.
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Ziyan Pavilion in Jinyang Prefecture.
In the workshop in the backyard, which was surrounded by high walls, the fire in the furnace had already gone out.
The smell of cooking still lingers in the air.
A three-legged round cauldron, about five feet tall and dark gold in color, stands quietly in the center of the workshop.
The lines of the cauldron are simple and heavy, and there is a faint flow of light on the outer wall, but it is difficult to see it when you look closely.
The cauldron has a rounded belly, with dragon-shaped handles holding rings on both sides. Its three legs are as solid and stable as elephant legs, firmly planted on the ground.
The lid of the cauldron fits perfectly, and a lifelike Qilin (a mythical creature) with its head raised towards the sky is cast on top.
The entire tripod was crafted by ordinary artisans.
However, with the spiritual ore materials provided by Qin Xiao and his secret use of spiritual power to stabilize the furnace fire, it also exuded an extraordinary aura.
Mu Yunshan circled the refining cauldron several times, his face a mixture of exhaustion and excitement, his beard covered in dust. "It's done! It's finally done!"
He rubbed his hands together and said to Mu Ziyan, who also looked tired but had bright eyes, "Yan'er, look at this cauldron...tsk tsk, I've lived half my life and never seen such a spiritual object! Touching it, it even has a faint warm feeling, unlike the coldness of ordinary iron!"
Mu Ziyan nodded gently, her beautiful eyes fixed on the refining cauldron.
She could sense a faint resonance between the cauldron and the meager spiritual energy within her body.
She spoke slowly: "Father, the craftsmen have worked hard. Double their pay and prepare generous gifts so they can get some rest. We must still remind them to keep this a secret."
"Don't worry, don't worry, I understand!"
Mu Yunshan readily agreed and was about to say something more.
Suddenly, he caught a glimpse of something out of the corner of his eye and quickly turned to look at the workshop entrance.
A figure had appeared there unnoticed, exuding a calm and composed aura; it was Qin Xiao.
"Your Majesty...Young Master Qin!"
Mu Yunshan's eyes lit up, and he quickly went to greet him, pointing to the forging cauldron, his voice filled with barely concealed excitement: "Look, we have fulfilled our mission! The craftsmen worked day and night, and finally managed to forge this cauldron according to your design and requirements! Are you satisfied?"
Qin Xiao's gaze fell on the refining cauldron, and his divine sense swept over it.
The tripod has a stable structure.
Although limited by the craftsman's skill level, it can only be considered the lowest grade of low-grade refining cauldron.
However, it was used for preliminary weapon-making attempts.
Especially for practicing before refining one's natal magic weapon, it is sufficient.
"Good job, thank you for your hard work."
Qin Xiao nodded slightly, his tone full of approval.
Mu Yunshan immediately beamed with joy.
Mu Ziyan walked to Qin Xiao's side, naturally took his arm, looked up at him, and said softly, "Young Master, you're back."
Qin Xiao's gaze was gentle: "Yes, you're back. You've worked hard supervising the construction these past few days."
"It's no trouble at all. I'm very happy to be able to help you, young master."
Mu Ziyan smiled sweetly, then looked at the refining cauldron and transmitted her voice, "Young Master, can this cauldron... really be used to refine immortal magical treasures?"
"We'll see when we try."
Qin Xiao replied telepathically, then said to Mu Yunshan, "President Mu, now that this matter is settled, you are in charge of handling the subsequent rewards and appeasement. Ziyan and I are leaving here."
"leave?"
Mu Yunshan was stunned for a moment, then his eyes lit up. They were going to bring his daughter into the palace!
Immediately, he hurriedly asked solicitously, "Where is the young master going? Would you like me to arrange for a carriage and escort?"
"No need."
Qin Xiao shook his head, looked at Mu Ziyan, and said, "Ziyan, pack your things and come with me."