Rebuilding the Immortal Cultivator Clan

Chapter 58: Experience (Investment Bonus)

”When we left,” said the cultivator sent by Yuanming Sect, ”they told us to return to the Marketplace in five days.”

”Five days?” Li Shiqing nodded, the timing was quicker than he had expected, which seemed to indicate that the Yuanming Sect still placed great importance on Yunqing Marketplace.

Li Shiqing then inquired about the condition of Li Zhirui and the other clan members, and, knowing that apart from Li Zhirui, nearly all the other members had recovered, he couldnʼt help but breathe a sigh of relief.

”If thereʼs nothing else, everyone can go back.”

Just as everyone was about to rise, Li Shiren said, ”Clan Leader, after this battle at the Marketplace, Iʼve found that our clansmen couldnʼt fully utilize their strength. I think we should all go through some hard training to enhance our abilities.”

If everyone were a little stronger, there would have been no need for Li Zhirui to endure the intense pain of his damaged meridians while protecting the other clan members.

”Do you think the strength of those clan members in the Marketplace was too weak?” Li Shiqing smiled and said, ”Have you ever considered what these clan members do?”

Although the Li family did not assign fixed duties to its members, in practice, this had already been happening; for instance, Alchemists specialized in Alchemy, and Spiritual Plant Cultivators focused on nurturing Spirit Plants, and so on.

The clan members at the Marketplace were Shopkeepers, Assistants, and Spirit Chefs; although they were still cultivators, they had essentially moved away from the identity of a cultivator, and naturally, their strength wasnʼt very formidable.

Of course, Li Zhiruiʼs intentions were good, to enhance their strength and improve their risk resistance, but he overlooked one thing: they didnʼt have the time to undergo such training!

Even if they forcefully carved out the time to train, it would be forgotten amidst their daily busyness, not making a significant difference in their lives.

”You can organize family members who are willing to train and lead them yourself to cultivate in the nearby seas,” Li Shiqing shared his views on the matter.

From this, it was evident that Li Shiqing supported Li Shirenʼs idea, but he was more level-headed, considering all aspects.

Moreover, Li Shiqing also saw this as an opportunity to change the familyʼs atmosphere, and the easiest to influence were clearly the youngest members of the Li family! They were the clan members he referred to who were willing to participate in the training.

These youngsters, having almost suffocated from boredom on the island, would be eager to sign up for the chance to venture out, especially since the expedition involved training, and they would have Li Shiren, a Foundation Establishment Uncle to oversee it.

Li Shilian and several Elders looked thoughtfully at Li Shiqing, but seeing that he did not intend to explain further, each withdrew their gaze, pretending to be unaware of the affair.

”Alright.” Li Shiren understood Li Shiqingʼs intention, but he did not grasp the deeper meaning, simply thinking it was to take the clan members out to sea for training and strength improvement.

”Then letʼs all go back.” With that, Li Shiqing stood up and entered the inner hall. He had already handed over all affairs to the Elders and no longer needed to hustle about all day like before.

Furthermore, to increase the success rate of Core Formation, Li Shiqing had been focusing on refining his Mana and practicing Visualization Skills, seldom leaving the inner hall.

As of today, Li Shiqing had reached the stage of Divine Turtle Entering the Sea in his cultivation, only one step away from the perfect stage of Divine Turtle Calming the Sea!

Though the difficulty of cultivating the Visualization Skill decreases after initial mastery, it does not mean reaching the stage of perfection is easy.

Apart from Li Shiqing, among the other family members practicing the Visualization Skill, Li Shilian and Li Shiting were at the third stage of the Divine Turtle Emerging, while Li Zhirui and Li Shiren were at the second stage, Visualizing the Turtle Egg.

Why was Li Zhiruiʼs stage not much different from Li Shirenʼs? Apart from Li Shirenʼs lack of diligence, Li Zhiruiʼs Spiritual Soul was stronger than cultivators of the same level, and there were reasons even Li Zhirui himself did not know.

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Li Zhirui, faithfully staying in the small courtyard to nurse his injuries, suddenly received a Communication Talisman. Drawing it to him with mana, he muttered, ”Uncle Shiren is actually planning to lead the clan members on a training expedition?”

Li Zhirui was greatly moved. The main characters of this training expedition would undoubtedly be them, the Qi Cultivators. Under normal circumstances, Li Shiren would not take action, but in case of any danger, he would certainly step in to protect everyone.

As such, the peril associated with this expedition was greatly reduced, unless they were unlucky enough to encounter a beast tide, several second order Water Devils, or even a third order Water Devil—otherwise, everyone should be able to return safely.

”What a pity,” Li Zhirui sighed, feeling the frustration of willing spirit and weak flesh. His actual words described his current state. Going on an expedition with his battered body would only cause trouble for others.

”I donʼt know how long it will last. I just hope that when my wounds are healed, Uncle Shiren will still be leading people on the expedition,” Li Zhirui whispered to himself.

As for his previous declaration of ”not leaving Da Rong Island until Foundation Establishment,” Li Zhirui conveniently forgot it.

On that day, the skies were clear—a perfect weather for travelling. Thus, Li Shiren chose this day to lead a dozen clan members on a sea vessel, departing from Da Rong Island to undergo training in the distant seas.

Li Zhirui, whose body had recovered slightly, stood on the shore, his eyes filled with envy as he watched the clan members leave.

Most of those people were of Li Zhiruiʼs generation, with only a few younger members who had more hopes in the Shiren generation.

It is widely known that stimulating oneself through battle can accelerate a cultivatorʼs training pace and even play a certain role in breaking through bottlenecks.

Like Li Zhirui—although he was currently in a pitiful state, he hadnʼt come out of it without gains. His cultivation level had maintained a relatively quick growth rate over these days.

”Letʼs all go back. They will return safely,” Li Shiqing said, his eyes hiding a barely noticeable concern, clearly not as confident as he appeared.

Hearing this, Li Zhirui withdrew his gaze following the departing sea vessel. His injuries would be completely healed in another month or two, and then he would also be able to join the clan members on their sea expedition. There was no need to envy them.

Li Zhirui had already asked Li Shiren and knew that although this matter had not been completely settled, there was no rule stating this was a one-time opportunity. Moreover, Li Shiqing seemed to tacitly agree with the idea.

As long as this training expedition went without mishap, even if there were no significant gains, they would not have to worry about it being called off.

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Meanwhile, on the distant sea vessel that had left, Li Zhihao appeared extremely excited, exclaiming, ”Weʼve really left Da Rong Island and started our own training journey!”

”Perhaps this time, I might come across a very precious Spiritual Object!”

Li Zhiming gave Li Zhihao a disdainful look and retorted, ”Do you think Spiritual Objects are that easy to come by? Even if we do encounter one, it will definitely be mine.”

Seeing the two about to argue once again, the eldest of the Zhi generation, Li Zhizhun, hastily interjected, ”Thatʼs enough, both of you cut it out!”

As the eldest brother, Li Zhizhun held a certain level of prestige in the hearts of his brothers and sisters. After all, he was the eldest. Figures like Li Zhiming and Li Zhihao had been cared for by him when they were young, and besides, he was one of the only two Qi Cultivators in the late stage among the Zhi generation.

Li Zhirui, on the other hand, had never been looked after by him. As a transmigrator, even when young, he had been capable of taking care of himself in daily life.

Hence, the relationship between Li Zhizhun and Li Zhirui wasnʼt as close as the bond he shared with other brothers and sisters.