Legacy of the Spirit Stone

Chapter 7 – Spirit Liquid Distribution

Half an hour later, under the rich infusion of spiritual energy, Yang Lingqing successfully entered a meditative state and completed the Qi induction after another hour.

Yang Linghu didn't take much longer, achieving Qi induction in two hours.

By midday, all three children of the Yang Clan had successfully drawn Qi into their bodies.

This outcome far exceeded the expectations of Yang Guanfeng and Elder Yu.

"Back in the day, it took me a full three days to finally draw Qi into my body," Yang Guanfeng remarked with emotion as he arrived at the pavilion.

Elder Yu chuckled, "The clan leader was already over twenty back then, past the prime age for cultivation. Moreover, the children's quick Qi induction this time is largely thanks to the presence of the Spirit-Gathering Stone."

He pointed to Chen Yang as he spoke.

Chen Yang nodded inwardly, agreeing silently: Indeed.

"This item fills the pavilion with rich spiritual energy, allowing one to calm their mind and better enter meditation.

This spiritual treasure will be a major contributor to the rise of our Yang Clan. If there's a chance in the future, we must use secret methods to properly nurture and refine it."

Chen Yang expressed his agreement: Brother, your idea is spot on, I support it.

***

Four hours later, as dusk approached, Elder Yu stopped infusing Chen Yang with spiritual energy.

The three children also gradually awakened from their meditative state.

On this first day of cultivation, Yang Lingrui had completely opened the first Qi node and was working towards the second.

Yang Lingqing was about to open the first node, just a bit more effort needed.

Yang Linghu had completed half of the first Qi node.

This result left Yang Linghu somewhat dejected, and he returned to the forbidden zone's room with a downcast expression.

"Hey! Linghu, why are you so downcast here!" Yang Lingqing keenly noticed this and stepped forward to pat him on the back.

Yang Linghu, looking dispirited and worried, said, "I'm falling too far behind you all, what am I going to do in the future...

Look at you, it's a good thing Lingrui has already gone back to his room, otherwise, seeing you like this, where's the dignity of being an elder brother?"

Yang Linghu shook his head and sat on the doorstep, propping his chin with his hand.

"Lingqing, you're right, I understand, but there's just something blocking my heart, it's uncomfortable."

Seeing this, Yang Lingqing sat down beside him, and the two looked up at the sky together.

"Linghu, have you forgotten what Elder Ancestor said?

The path of cultivation is long for us, and the speed at one moment won't determine the final achievement.

There are many influencing factors along this path. Besides aptitude, there's also bone structure, comprehension, luck, and even the elusive fate."

Saying this, Yang Lingqing patted Yang Linghu's shoulder.

"Linghu, Lingrui is different from us, I think you can see that too.

Just like the Ancestor said, we are all striving for the Yang Clan. Look at our fathers, even though they don't have the method of cultivation, they can still help the Ancestor by managing the household affairs well.

We all have our own roles and responsibilities. As long as we do our part and do our best, there's no need to worry too much."

After Yang Lingqing's guidance, the gloom in Yang Linghu's heart was swept away.

He looked at the clouds in the sky as if enlightened, murmuring the words Elder Yu had said before.

"Be diligent, be hardworking."

"Looks like you've figured it out," Yang Lingqing smiled.

"Hahaha."

At this moment, Yang Linghu returned to his usual cheerful self, "You always so articulate, truly impressive!"

After being praised, Yang Lingqing felt a bit proud, tossing her little braid.

At this moment, her face finally showed the pure and beautiful look of her age.

***

From this day on, the three of them began to reside permanently in the forbidden zone.

All daily necessities and meals were provided by Elder Yu, who also guided their daily cultivation.

Chen Yang's task was simple: clock in at the pavilion every day to gather spiritual energy.

When the time was up, he would clock out, then be taken by Yang Guanfeng to his room for spiritual power nurturing.

In the pavilion, he was already absorbing and exhaling without consumption, and back in the room, he had someone transmitting power to him. The accumulation speed of spiritual power in his body was even faster than when he had the assistance of Spirit Liquid.

Speaking of Spirit Liquid, the Spirit Field in the forbidden zone was still an unopened area.

The existence of the Four-Leaf Spirit Grass was known only to Yang Guanfeng and Elder Yu.

In their current view, the value of this spirit herb even surpassed that of the Spirit-Gathering Stone.

Of course, this was because they were unaware of Chen Yang's true nature, just like they previously thought Chen Yang was nourished by Spirit Liquid to become sentient.

Therefore, they had to keep it a secret.

As for the future allocation of Spirit Liquid, Elder Yu suggested that Yang Guanfeng should take it first to advance to the late Qi Condensation stage.

Then, the Spirit Liquid could be given to the younger generation.

But this idea was rejected by Yang Guanfeng.

"I'm already at this age. If I break through from the fifth to the sixth layer of Qi Condensation, it can still be explained, but if I reach the late stage in just a few years, it will inevitably arouse suspicion. This method is inappropriate."

With his reminder, Elder Yu also realized.

After all, these treasures were obtained from the Secret Realm. If people noticed that the head of the Yang Clan was making breakthroughs at an old age after the Minor Secret Realm of Earth Treasures emerged, how could it not raise suspicions?

"The clan leader is right, I was indeed muddle-headed," Elder Yu said. "Then, this Spirit Liquid should be..."

"Give it to Lingrui. Once he establishes his own path, our Yang Clan must have a Core Formation Realm cultivator to ensure long-term stability."

Upon discovering that Lingrui had the potential for Core Formation, Yang Guanfeng had already decided to do everything possible to help the child grow.

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"Yes, I understand," Elder Yu replied.

***

Ten days later, it was the day when the Four-Leaf Spirit Grass would produce Spirit Liquid.

During these ten days, many things happened.

First, within the forbidden zone.

Yang Lingrui had already opened five Qi nodes, and the sixth was within reach, progressing at an impressive speed.

At this rate, it seemed that within a month, the child could form a spiritual vortex.

Yang Lingqing had opened three Qi nodes and was breaking through the fourth.

Yang Linghu had just opened the second Qi node.

Here, the difference in aptitude among the three was evident.

However, after Yang Lingqing's guidance, Yang Linghu's mindset was no longer an issue. Facing such differences, he no longer felt troubled but was instead motivated to train harder.

Outside the forbidden zone, due to the opening of the Secret Realm, Willow Leaf Town had become bustling.

Many small vendors came from other places to set up stalls at the town entrance.

Occasionally, cultivators visited the town mayor, but they were mostly low-level rogue cultivators seeking lodging in the town.

Yang Guanfeng also kept an eye on the surrounding activities, ensuring that no one noticed the Yang Clan within ten days, which put his mind at ease.

That day, he went to the Spirit Field in the forbidden zone, took out a small jade bottle, and extracted the drop of Spirit Liquid from the center of the Four-Leaf Spirit Grass.

Yang Lingrui, who was cultivating in the pavilion, was awakened from meditation by Elder Yu and sent to Yang Guanfeng's room.

"Lingrui, greet the Ancestor," Yang Lingrui bowed upon seeing Yang Guanfeng.

Yang Guanfeng secretly praised him upon seeing him.

Indeed, the difference between the immortal and the mundane was clear. The aura around Yang Lingrui had changed significantly in just ten days.

This was the subtle change that occurred after spiritual energy entered the body.

The youthful face now bore a hint of clarity and transcendence.

"Good, sit down," Yang Guanfeng pointed to the mat in front of him and took out the jade bottle.

"Drink this, then meditate and cultivate. I will protect you."

"Thank you, Ancestor!"

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