Rising from Small Cloud Rain Technique

Based on my observations over the years, I’ve reached a conclusion.

Even if the level of magic techniques is high and powerful, the retention effect won’t be ideal if the tier of the Spirit Field doesn’t reach a sufficient level.

When the same kind of Tier Three Spirit Medicines are planted in a Tier Two Top Grade and Tier Three Lower Grade Spirit Field, and the same Spirit Farmer cultivates them, there’s a noticeable difference in the growth speed of the medicine age.

Cultivators in the Western Continent do not occupy high-grade spirit veins, so the upper limit of each power is capped at the Golden Core level, or even lower.

Take the Golden Spirit Sect as an example, Sunrise Peak has numerous spirit vein nodes, theoretically enough to sustain the cultivation needs of multiple cultivators.

However, to satisfy the cultivation of two Golden Core Ancestors, the spiritual qi at many spirit vein nodes is drawn away by arrays, gathering in the Ancestor’s grotto mansion.

Even if a cultivator attains a heaven-defying opportunity and breaks through to the Nascent Soul Stage, a Tier Three Lower Grade spirit vein can’t meet the daily cultivation needs.

It’s said that deep within the Ten Thousand Mountains, there are Tier Four spirit veins, which are the lairs of Transformed Great Demons.

"The sect’s situation has improved a lot compared to before; originally, the main spiritual vein was only Tier Two Top Grade, limiting the cultivation time for many fellow Chao Origin Stage cultivators."

Han Yan’s eyes were filled with reminiscence; not only was the cultivation of cultivators limited, but the growth of Spirit Medicines couldn’t fully support the sect’s disciples either.

Many outputs from the Artifact Refining Hall and Beast Taming Hall had to be traded with Luofeng Valley to exchange for pills that boosted cultivation.

Most of the time, the sect’s Treasure Pavilion was empty.

She shifted the topic slightly, chuckling:

"After saying so much, I almost forgot the main issue. I want to ask, Junior Brother, have the Longevity Peaches in your Dao Field ripened?"

She was aware of the cultivation of Tier Two Longevity Peaches within Red Flame Peak.

"Not yet; the fruit just started appearing two years ago, and they need another three years to mature.

Last time the Longevity Peaches ripened, I exchanged them with the sect for Small Merit. Senior Sister, didn’t you get any?"

The fruiting period of Tier Two Middle-grade Longevity Peaches is five years, and each tree only bears about twenty fruits to ensure sufficient medicinal effects.

Han Yan waved her hand, saying:

"The sect directly entrusted me to refine all the Longevity Peaches into Lifespan Extension Pills. I don’t have a demand for such pills at the moment, so I didn’t exchange them.

A few days ago, an old friend sought me out, wanting to obtain a Lifespan Extension Pill. I owed her a significant favor, so I agreed immediately.

Unexpectedly, upon visiting the Treasure Pavilion, I found that the Lifespan Extension Pills had already been redeemed completely by fellow sect members.

Do you have any extra Longevity Peaches on hand? If you do, I would like to trade for one; I owe you a favor, Junior Brother."

Favor debts are hard to repay, and since the old friend was in urgent need, she could only do her utmost to help.

"Yes, I do," Ji An said, taking out a Wooden Box sealed with a Sealing Spirit Talisman and handing it over.

Ever since obtaining the Grotto Void Stone pendant, he took out a portion of all his possessions from the warehouse, carrying them with him.

The Void Realm Space is so vast, it seemed wasteful to leave it empty.

Han Yan reached out with her fair and slender hands to accept the box, tore off the Sealing Spirit Talisman, and opened it to reveal a pink Longevity Peach as large as two of her fists lying quietly inside.

It looked as if carved from jade, exuding a gentle luster, and a faint fruity aroma spread, invigorating the spirit upon inhaling.

After inspecting it, she reapplied the Sealing Spirit Talisman to the box, a smile spreading across her lips, revealing her pearly white teeth:

"Thank you, Junior Brother. If you ever need help in the future, just let me know."

Having secured the primary ingredient for the Lifespan Extension Pill, assembling the other Spirit Medicines would be much easier.

"Senior Sister has vast connections; in the future, you could ask your friends to help gather various rare Spirit Seeds for me, preferably Spirit Wood Seeds."

Ji An didn’t care much about this small favor and casually suggested a way for the other party to repay it.

A favor, when transferred from another to himself, had already depreciated significantly.

Han Yan laughed, covering her mouth, "Hehe, is Junior Brother planning to turn Red Flame Peak into the most diverse Dao Field for Spirit Woods in the sect?"

She stopped laughing, her expression turning serious:

"Your actions, Junior Brother, will benefit all disciples of the sect, and I’ll mobilize friends outside the sect to assist.

Can I repay this Longevity Peach with pills in the future?"

"Of course."

...

Evening, at the stone house at the foot of Red Flame Peak.

The light on the Teleportation Array flickered, and after a burst of brilliance, Ji An appeared on it, activating the Dharma Prohibition as he exited the stone house.

As he habitually cloud rode towards the Cold Pool, he suddenly noticed that the atmosphere felt different from usual, and the sky was brighter than before.

Puzzled, he turned around and saw that half of the setting sun had sunk behind the Yuan Mountain, yet the golden-red mist above Red Flame Peak continued to billow.

After a brief moment of surprise, he laughed heartily. Normally, the flourishing Gold and Fire Spiritual Mechanism would have dissipated half an hour ago.

This was a sign that the enhancement of Red Flame Peak’s spiritual veins was nearing completion, ahead of Senior Brother Chu Huai’ge’s estimate by four or five years.

With the Spiritual Vein’s grade raised, those Spirit Plants with potential to advance to Tier Two Top-Grade should soon be cultivated.

He immediately took out several Communication Golden Swords, recording this good news within, and then activated them to respectively notify Zhuu Xiangrong, Jia Yu, and a few Senior Brothers like Zhang Zizhao, as well as Senior Sister Ge Luoying and Zhengyang Ancestor.

If Red Flame Peak erupts, Zhuu Xiangrong and Jia Yu would attend. After the spiritual vein enhancement, the calculation of spiritual objects handed over for sect Spirit Field rental needs to be revised, so Diligence Hall must be informed.

...

Half a month later.

The gold and red mist on the summit of Red Flame Peak soared to twenty zhang, accompanied by billowing black smoke, with sparks scattering.

At the foot of the mountain, the Cold Pool’s bubbling sounds were incessant, with bubbles rising one after another, as if the water was boiling.

The usually clear water was now turbid, with black mud and various decaying substances churning, emitting a somewhat fishy stench.

Ji An reflected inwardly, wondering what kinds of sordid secrets were hidden beneath the apparent prosperity.

A Spirit Ship descended, and Zhuu Xiangrong and Jia Yu were the first to leap out, followed by a dozen disciples.

Zhao Lei’s eyes flashed with complexity; when he first came to Red Flame Peak, Ji An’s cultivation was far below his.

Now, he had just broken through to the Ninth-Layer Foundation Establishment, while the other had already become a Chao Origin Stage Cultivator, standing on the same level as his own master.

After exchanging greetings with the group, Ji An stated:

"Senior Brothers, shall we move to that bamboo grove over there? The smell here is a bit bothersome."

The stench wasn’t overwhelming, but its persistent assault was quite discomforting.

Jia Yu nodded, holding up a Wine Gourd, saying:

"Let’s go quickly; it’s really dampening my drinking mood!"

Zhuu Xiangrong waved his hand, instructing the disciples:

"Spread out along the mountain and wait for the volcanic eruption."

This morning, Chu Huai’ge came to inspect the earth veins and informed him that Red Flame Peak’s eruption time was slated between tonight midnight and morning tomorrow.

Better early than late, so he brought the disciples ahead of time.

"Yes, sir," the disciples responded, dispersing with their Magical Artifacts.

...

The three arrived at the bamboo grove, where the air was much fresher, carrying the unique aroma of Clear Spirit Bamboo.

Jia Yu took a sip of liquor, remarking contentedly:

"Once Red Flame Peak’s spiritual vein tier is enhanced, the nearby dozens of li’s earth vein nodes will benefit, and the concentration of spiritual qi will significantly increase."

He lowered his voice, speaking mysteriously:

"Junior Brother, the Ancestor has already ordered that once the spiritual vein here is elevated, Diligence Hall will send personnel to survey the spirit vein nodes, proceeding directly to the next round of enhancements.

The Ancestor intends to elevate the main spiritual vein nodes and several secondary ones at Red Flame Peak to the Tier Two Top-Grade level!"

The flourishing scene at Red Flame Peak filled the Ancestor with determination to elevate the spiritual vein tier, not ruling out the possibility of upgrading it to Tier Three in the future.

Ji An’s eyes glistened with excitement as he smiled, saying:

"The Ancestor’s favor won’t be in vain."

Tier Two Top-Grade spirit vein nodes can barely support the daily cultivation of Early-stage Golden Core cultivators!

Zhuu Xiangrong sighed with envy, saying:

"The Ancestor’s expectations for you, Junior Brother, are very high, no less than for Junior Brother Li Haoran."

Jia Yu tilted his head back, taking another swig of his drink:

"What sighs are you sighing about, Senior Brother? You should be happy instead. With Red Flame Peak erupting, Junior Brother Lin won’t come here to compete for resources."

Lin Qiu Bai was busy expanding his Divine Mansion and hardly ventured out, unaware of Red Flame Peak’s impending eruption.

Zhuu Xiangrong grinned, saying:

"Haha, that’s indeed good news!"

Before his voice had even faded, Ji An saw a silver streak emerge from the clouds on the horizon, followed by the thunderous roar of sword humming.