Rising from Small Cloud Rain Technique

Chapter 244: Chapter 230: Tier-2 Celestial Essence Pear

Ji An returned to the grotto mansion, took out the jade slip of the Glaze-Gold Jade Bone Body, and recited the cultivation technique word by word, carefully contemplating it.

Magic Cultivators cultivate static skills, absorbing spiritual qi into the body, refining it into magical power stored in the dantian and ancestral acupoint.

While meditating and cultivating, the body remains motionless. Using magic techniques to ward off enemies, although spiritual qi entering the body can nourish the physique, the effect is much lesser.

Body Cultivators cultivate active skills, accompanied by breathing and movements when operating the Dharma Gate. The spiritual qi absorbed into the body is guided by the cultivation technique to nourish the internal organs and nurture the qi and blood, with only a small portion converging into the dantian.

Body Cultivators are comparable to humanoid demon beasts, cultivating the physique in the early stages and divine powers later on.

Their magical power is much less than the same tier Magic Cultivators, only enough to release some auxiliary magic techniques or unique Dharma Gates of Body Cultivators.

Though Magic and Body Cultivation can be practiced together, the latter stages see increasing divergence in philosophies.

One focuses on gathering qi to form magic, the other on dispersing qi to nourish the body.

A cultivator’s time and energy are limited, without enough time to breathe spiritual qi while attending to two Dharma Gates simultaneously.

However, certain special demon beasts or demon cultivators who refine extraordinary true blood can achieve both Magic and Body Cultivation, but the foundation of this is their abundant lifespan, which human race cultivators cannot match.

The human race has a shorter path, with a faster cultivation pace than most species, although their lifespan doesn’t compare to others, providing a balance of the Celestial Dao.

If a cultivator’s lifespan could match that of demon beasts, dual cultivation of Magic and Body wouldn’t be a luxury.

Otherwise, the Cultivation Realm would have long been the world of humans, with other races being exterminated to extinction, which may not be a blessing for humans.

As it stands, cultivators can obtain cultivation resources by hunting demon beasts. If there were no demon beasts to hunt and the number of cultivators increased dramatically, what would happen?

Internal strife would be inevitable, with low-tier cultivators becoming cultivation resources for high-tier cultivators, indistinguishable from demon cultivators.

Think about it, it’s not impossible; without external conflicts, there must be internal conflicts.

Ji An had just contemplated the essence of the cultivation technique, and the sky had already darkened.

He walked out of the grotto mansion, leaping towards the Cold Pool, feeling the wind whistle past his ears.

From afar, he could see a few streaks of light flickering by the poolside.

As he approached the Cold Pool, he saw Huang Xuan and others gathered around a Celestial Essence Pear tree.

The trunk of the spirit tree emitted a moist luster, with certain leaves also exuding spirit light.

It turned out this Celestial Essence Pear tree was undergoing a transformation, and once completed, it would become a Tier Two spirit wood.

Xia Yu Lian was the first to see Ji An’s arrival, quickly clasping her hands in salute, and said with a smile:

“Congratulations, Junior Martial Uncle, on the addition of another high-tier spirit fruit tree to Red Flame Peak.”

The other disciples also offered congratulations, the scene filled with a joyful atmosphere.

“Congratulations to everyone as well! Huang Xuan, later distribute five spirit stones to everyone as a reward.”

Ji An also beamed with joy. Celestial Essence Pears and Dragon Blood Fruits are spirit fruits favored by Body Cultivators.

Dragon Blood Fruits focus more on increasing qi and blood, while Celestial Essence Pears nurture the internal organs, repairing hidden injuries in the body.

He was about to begin cultivating the true Body Refining technique. With the Dragon Blood Tree and Celestial Essence Pear advancing to Tier Two in succession, perhaps even heaven wanted to assist his body refining?

“Thank you, Junior Martial Uncle.”

The disciples expressed their gratitude and then swiftly prepared the evening meal.

Huang Xuan poured mulberry wine from bamboo tubes into cups, its aroma softly dispersing.

Ji An took a sip of the appetizer wine, nodding in satisfaction:

“In a few more years, you will obtain Foundation Establishment Pills, and after breaking into Foundation Establishment, you’ll have to leave.

Red Flame Peak will need to find new disciples to manage it; search for individuals of honest character.

My requirement is that new disciples must serve Red Flame Peak long enough, preferably at least thirty years.

Do you understand what I mean?”

Liang Hill, Huang Feihu, and the current four disciples had all stayed at Red Flame Peak for just over ten years.

Once he got accustomed to a disciple, he disliked switching to another.

Yet, after reaching Foundation Establishment, the disciples had to leave, a source of his headaches.

“Understood, we will diligently seek trustworthy candidates.”

Huang Xuan replied, understanding Junior Martial Uncle’s intentions.

In recent years, the number of disciples recruited within the sect has increased significantly, ensuring suitable candidates can be found upon careful searching.

Ji An nodded slightly:

“Put some extra thought into it, and choose carefully.”

He was uninterested in meddling with many trivial matters unrelated to cultivation.

After finishing the evening meal, he left to cast spells on the spirit fields, while the disciples gathered together to discuss.

Xia Yuhuan said softly:

“According to Junior Martial Uncle’s intentions, it seems he wants to find those late-stage Qi Refining disciples who’ve lost hope of Foundation Establishment.

No nearby disciples raise spirit fish, so we’ll need to go to Jade Water Lake to select some.

Yu Lian, we should split up and finalize the personnel as soon as possible.”

She had already reached perfection in the Qi Refining Stage, sensing her magical power becoming increasingly harmonious, and with some top-grade Jade Dew Golden Bud Tea to drink, she was quite confident about making the breakthrough to Foundation Establishment.

“Agreed, one of us will stay on Red Flame Peak, and the other will go to Jade Water Lake for the search, but we’ll need to borrow Junior Martial Uncle’s Flying Shuttle.”

Xia Yu Lian agreed. It took at least a year or two to select and train new personnel for their roles.

If something needed to be done, it should be done beautifully to satisfy Junior Martial Uncle.

The disciples they had to choose didn’t need high breeding demands, as Red Flame Peak already possessed a mature breeding operation system; they only required suitably prepared feed.

But the candidates must possess extremely high spirit chef talents, making it somewhat challenging to find replacements for them.

“I have errands to run tomorrow, a perfect chance to visit Jade Water Lake, so you should stay on Red Flame Peak, sister.”

“All right.”

Li Cheng laughed and said:

“The selection of Spirit Farmers is much easier; there are many Spirit Farmers nearby, and quite a few meet the criteria.”

Huang Xuan slightly nodded, “We had previously done a count, thinking it might be useful when our Junior Martial Uncle selects new disciples.

But now that the selection criteria have changed, we need to re-screen.”

The original candidates they chose were similar to Huang Feihu’s selection criteria, never expecting the Junior Martial Uncle now sought stability.

However, the base number of Spirit Farmers is large; it just requires spending time to search again.

…

The next day, in the afternoon.

Ji An found a secluded place to formally begin the cultivation of the Glaze-Gold Jade Bone Body.

He adopted a posture, adjusting his breathing rhythm, and Spiritual Qi was drawn into his body, traversing along specific pathways.

As the blood and qi surged, Spiritual Qi gently permeated into his organs.

He was now mid-stage Foundation Establishment, able to inhale and exhale more Spiritual Qi, and coupled with cultivating the Qi Refining Stage’s Dharma Gate, he quickly felt something.

His body warmed tenderly, somewhat similar to the state when cultivating Evergreen Wood Skill after the sun rises.

Sweat streamed out from his pores, and a faint mist arose.

Ji An felt a joy in his heart; Evergreen Wood Skill gave him an unexpected additional feedback.

The intense cultivation persisted for over half a double hour before he felt slightly fatigued.

As dusk fell, Ji An finished his cultivation, returned to his grotto mansion, and cast the Small Cloud Rain Technique to rinse off, feeling refreshed and invigorated.

This refreshing sensation was different from cultivating Evergreen Wood Skill, pleasant in another sense.

…

After dinner, Xia Yuhuan took out a storage bag and said:

“Junior Martial Uncle, here are the purchased herbs; it cost 50 Spirit Stones.”

She inwardly clicked her tongue, realizing that Alchemists and Artifact Refiners indeed involve the highest expenses in cultivation crafts.

The purchased herbs were mostly Huang Jing and ginseng under twenty years old, along with several bags of Yellow Sprout Rice.

Both Huang Jing and ginseng are mortal herbs, and what’s refined were the most ordinary Qi Refining Stage elixirs, yet it consumed so many Spirit Stones.

If one doesn’t have a certain status, they shouldn’t even attempt alchemy.

Ji An took the storage bag and smiled:

“In the future, I plan to try refining pills, and once refined, you all can help sell them.”

“No problem, what kind of pill will Junior Martial Uncle be refining?”

“The pill I dislike the most—Fasting Pill. The technique for refining this type is less demanding, making them most suitable for alchemy apprentices to practice.”

Being able to refine an edible pill with low toxicity signifies one has entered the realm of alchemy.

Huang Xuan scratched his head, acknowledging within his circle, the market for Fasting Pills was limited.

Everyone was a Qi Refining Stage Spirit Farmer, without the need for long-term seclusion to comprehend mysteries.

Normally, steaming a few bowls of Yellow Sprout Rice solves dining issues; those living frugally mix Spirit Rice and mortal rice together in the pot.

The most precious pills assist in breaking realms, and those that enhance cultivation have the best market, being consumed in large quantities.

Next are healing-type pills, which everyone keeps a few of.

Then, there are pills with special purposes; Fasting Pills are the least valued.

Ji An observed everyone’s expressions and said:

“All inferior pills will be directly destroyed; any pills from my hand will at least be of genuine grade.”

Matters concerning pills are not to be taken lightly; his reputation cannot be tarnished, as he wants to maintain the high-end image of Red Flame Peak.

…

After supper, as the sun completely set and the bright moon rose eastward.

Ji An began his evening studies, walking to the Cold Pool and casting the Spring Breeze and Rain Skill.

The Celestial Essence Pear was enveloped in hazy drizzle, raindrops etched silvery threads, shimmering under the moonlight.

The moist fragrance pervaded the air, with Spirit Fish gathering near the pond’s edge, occasionally leaping out, causing rippling circles.

Ji An then proceeded to the Fire Element Plants orchard, casting the Thick Earth Returning Origin Spell, letting its nurturing Magic Intent spread, covering the black soil with warm yellow Spirit Light.

He transformed his Dharma Seal, layering orange-red brilliance over the yellow light, causing Spirit Tree leaves to emit a faint red glow.

The Dragon Blood Tree leaves were the most brilliant, the fire trees exceptionally enchanting under the moon.

Wood Element spirit plants occupied the largest piece of the Tier Two Mid-grade Spirit Field but to Ji An, finishing the release was merely a matter of three Magic Techniques.

The yellow Spirit Light gradually faded, and as the emerald green brilliance fell like raindrops, the Mulberry Field’s sky looked like a celestial river descending, with leaves whispering and life singing its echo.

Ji An cast the Spring Breeze and Rain Skill, with rolling white mist like cloud dragons hidden within, where dots of crystal clarity emerged from the fog.

From above, it seemed no countless pearls and gems were hidden within.

Small raindrops fell on the leaves of the Ghost Moon Cyan Jade Tree, producing the crisp sound of jade stones colliding, the sound endlessly intertwined like a heavenly melody.

He then invoked the Flying Shuttle and proceeded onward; not far, the Red Cloud Pine Forest resembled a swirling sea of fire, with branches swaying in the evening wind like flickering flames.

Ji An cast the Thick Earth Returning Origin Spell and the Flame Fire Spell in the Red Cloud Pine Forest, then moved to the Profound Leaf Sword Bamboo area to perform magic.

After circling Red Flame Peak once, he returned near the Cold Pool under the Ghost Moon Cyan Jade Tree to rotate Evergreen Wood Skill, withdrawing at midnight.

Ji An took some Spiritual Charcoal from the warehouse back to his grotto mansion; having received the herbs today, he wanted to open a furnace and assess the results.