sinovels Chapter 10 The Chen Family
Chapter 10 The Chen Family
The cultivation world is vast. Once separated, it may be difficult to meet again in this life. Even with a thousand-mile communication talisman, people will reduce contact in order to save spirit stones. In addition, the distance between them will inevitably cause their relationship to become distant.
As for the medium-grade magic weapon he gave to Wan Xiaoshan, he made it himself.
Over the past four years, he has known that Wan Xiaoshan has his own ideas and difficulties, and that Wan Xiaoshan's help to him is genuine. He cannot deny Wan Xiaoshan's help because of some minor misunderstandings. Wan Xiaoshan is a good friend who witnessed his growth from scratch, and he cannot forget the person who once had a sincere friendship with him.
"If Fujishima can protect his life in the future, then it will have been worth it."
Now that he has made a name for himself, it will be difficult for him to make friends like Wan Xiaoshan in the future. All they will see is Lin Changqing standing in the distance, sometimes near, sometimes far, seemingly unapproachable.
As for Wang Yi, unlike Wan Xiaoshan, although they had been together for four years, their relationship had always remained at the level of nodding when they met. They had no ill intentions towards each other, and would inform each other when there was something to discuss, and otherwise they would not bother each other. They were just nodding acquaintances with some affection, but they could not talk about the future or discuss the Dao of alchemy and artifacts like they did with Wan Xiaoshan.
He went to the Chen family's land for two reasons: first, to end the spirit field contract, and second, because Chen Fu invited him. As for Li Zhijing's supply, he had already submitted the last batch, and Li Zhijing would handle the rest himself. He needed to start planning for Foundation Establishment Pills, and even the most basic Meridian Protection Pills needed to be planned in advance.
Half an hour later, Lin Changqing, having finished dealing with the matter of the spirit fields, arrived at the Chen family's territory, or more precisely, a continuous mountain range.
The Chen family's territory is located near Huangfeng Valley, built along the high-level spiritual vein of Huangfeng Valley. It is situated in a valley and is protected by mountains on all sides.
The valley is treacherous; without mastering the art of wind manipulation, one cannot descend to the bottom. Even if one reaches the bottom, without the Heavenly Eye technique, one cannot find the entrance.
A large number of spiritual fields have been cultivated in the valley, and many spiritual plants and spiritual grains have been planted there.
The core of the Chen family's territory is located on a Peach Lake in the middle of the valley. On the Peach Lake is an island called Chen Family Island, which is the true core area of the Chen family.
The island of Chenjia is inhabited by cultivators in the Foundation Establishment stage, occupying the area with the richest spiritual energy. Of course, talented members of the Chen family can also come to the island to start cultivating from a young age.
As for cultivators at the Qi Refining stage like Chen Fu, they were settled in various locations around the lake, living along the scattered spiritual veins on the island.
However, Chen Fuxiang did not invite them here, but to Peach Blossom Market, which is further away from Peach Lake and located on the edge of the valley. The residents here are all sons-in-law who have joined the Chen family.
The residents of Peach Blossom Village are all sons-in-law who have descendants with spiritual roots. They are not qualified to go to the island or the lake. Only after three generations can they enter the center of the valley and become true members of the Chen family. As for the large number of spiritual fields and lands, they are basically cultivated by these sons-in-law.
Entry to Peach Blossom Village is not strict; as long as you have a letter from someone in the Chen family, you are welcome to enter.
As for why Chen Fu sought him out, it was probably because he had something important to discuss. After all, in the past few years, Chen Fu had mainly been helping him deal with some magical artifacts in Qingzhufang Market and had not come to this Peach Blossom Market. However, Chen Fu was his guide, and they had a good relationship over the years, so Lin Changqing could not refuse.
"I wonder what happened?" Lin Changqing muttered, completely baffled.
To be honest, he didn't really want to enter the Chen family's valley, but fortunately it was only an open area on the edge, not inside the family's main formation.
......
Half an hour later.
Lin Changqing, dressed in a green robe, arrived at Peach Blossom Market, where peach trees were in full bloom.
In Peach Blossom Village, he encountered many cultivators who cast eye-catching glances at him and even whispered behind his back, as if saying that another son-in-law had arrived.
Following the messenger, they arrived at the foot of a towering pavilion.
"Peach Blossom Pavilion, this should be it." Lin Changqing glanced at the plaque above.
The interior of Peach Blossom Pavilion is very spacious, as if it contains a universe within.
"Young master, please come in."
A melodious, youthful voice reached Lin Changqing's ears, guiding him into the pavilion.
Upon entering the pavilion, one sees Chen Fu brewing peach blossom tea, his demeanor elegant and serene, quietly awaiting Lin Changqing's arrival.
"Young friend Changqing, come and try the spiritual tea that I brewed myself." Chen Fu's face was warm and gentle, just like an elder in the family.
"Since it's Elder Chen's spirit tea, then I won't stand on ceremony." Lin Changqing picked up the jade cup and took a sip. The tea was rich and sweet, with a lingering sweetness in the aftertaste, like a divine elixir.
"What wonderful tea! This is the first time I've ever tasted tea like this. After drinking it, I even felt a slight increase in my magical power."
"It seems that Elder Chen has something important to discuss with us today, as he has brought out such a miraculous tea."
Lin Changqing was also curious and wanted to know why Chen Fu had invited him.
Seeing Lin Changqing's question, Chen Fu stopped keeping it a secret and revealed the answer discreetly.
"Young friend Changqing, do you know anything about the Foundation Establishment Pill?"
"Foundation Building Pill?" Lin Changqing's heart trembled. How did Chen Fu know that he was planning to establish his foundation? He knew him so well.
"Of course I know. If a Qi Refining cultivator wants to break through to the Foundation Establishment stage, he/she needs to take a Foundation Establishment Pill to establish his/her foundation. Otherwise, if he/she fails to establish his/her foundation, he/she will risk death."
"Alas, this is just one piece of information. Legend has it that those with a Heavenly Spiritual Root can establish their foundation on their own without using Foundation Establishment Pills. Even those with a Different Spiritual Root have a high probability of success without Foundation Establishment Pills. Even those with a slightly inferior Dual Spiritual Root have a certain probability of success, but they still need to use Foundation Establishment Pills to establish their foundation."
"Those with three spiritual roots need Foundation Establishment Pills to ensure their survival, since the probability of them establishing their foundation on their own is too small and the risk is too great. If they fail, their physical body will dissipate and their meridians will be severed, leading to death."
"As for pseudo-spiritual roots, there's no need to elaborate..."
"I originally had three spiritual roots when I started my foundation building. Fortunately, the pills my family obtained saved my life; otherwise, the outcome would have been unimaginable."
Then, changing the subject, she casually asked...
"I wonder what your spiritual root is like, young friend. Judging from your intelligence, your spiritual root must be quite good."
"..." Lin Changqing was speechless for a moment, unsure whether he should speak or not, and only vaguely said something.
"My spiritual root is not good; I just have exceptional comprehension."
Then, he took out the spirit-testing stone that Chen Fu had placed on the table, and the stone immediately flashed with four-colored spiritual light.
Lin Changqing didn't want to deceive Chen Fu. After all, Chen Fu had helped him a lot over the years. Although he vaguely felt that Chen Fu had a certain purpose in helping him, he had helped him and had never made him feel annoyed. He had always taken care of him, a mortal who had just entered the world of cultivation.
"Pseudo-spiritual root!!!"
Chen Fu was dumbfounded. Besides the disappointment at his failed prediction, there was also a complex mix of emotions.
"Great-grandfather! I don't want this... I don't want my husband to be a cultivator with a pseudo-spiritual root."
The voice came from behind the jade curtain, and a girl in a purple dress appeared. Her features were exquisitely sculpted, her appearance was gentle and beautiful, and her eyes were swirling like smoke and mist.
Upon seeing that Lin Changqing was a pseudo-spiritual root cultivator, he blushed and objected to Chen Fu.
"Yan'er, how can you be so rude? Has that girl Qiaoqian corrupted you again, making you ignorant of manners?" Chen Fu's face was full of anger, it was unclear what he was dissatisfied with, whether it was with that girl Qiaoqian or with Chen Ziyan in front of him.
Chen Ziyan, who was angrily rebuked by Chen Fu, trembled slightly and stopped speaking. Her eyes were red, and even when she cried, her eyes were full of tears, making her look weak and touching.
Seeing the girl's frail appearance and thinking of her parents, Chen Fu couldn't help but feel sad. He calmed down and forced himself to speak.
"Fellow Daoist Changqing, it was Yan'er who was rude. I apologize to you on her behalf."
"If that doesn't work, I'll have Yan'er come over right now to apologize to you."
"Yan'er!!"
Chen Ziyan was still young, and when she cautiously looked into Lin Changqing's eyes, her face was still flushed and she had a stubborn look on her face.
Even if Lin Changqing was slow to realize, he understood where the Foundation Establishment Pill came from, and it must be related to Chen Ziyan and Chen Fu.
However, since Chen Fu had done him a favor, Lin Changqing didn't want to make things difficult for Chen Fu, nor did she want to argue with a teenage girl, so she decisively ended the conversation.
"Mr. Chen, I still have plans, so I won't bother you any longer."
Lin Changqing, filled with apology, got up and hurriedly left.
Only the grandfather and grandson remained.