Longevity: Starting with an infant's innate growth potential

Chapter 229 Arrangements for Disciples and Their Gathering

Nestled on the mountainside of Chunyang Peak, there is a small courtyard.

Zi Ling was leisurely drinking her wine, while Zhou Ling stood to the side.

Bai Ji and Song Yue stood respectfully behind him.

After accepting the two as his disciples, he brought them to the small courtyard where his master lived.

This is also a way to let the master take a look and see what the two of them are like.

After all, this is also a task that Master is fulfilling for the Taoist academy, so it's necessary to know a little about it.

"Tell me the situation! Do you think there's any need to change your cultivation method?"

Zhou Ling spoke to the two of them.

Of course, his "Five Elements Qianyang True Technique" is not suitable for them to cultivate, but Zhou Ling now has a lot of points that he can exchange with the Dao Academy.

If all else fails, you can give them a single technique from the Five Elements Qianyang True Technique.

"This disciple possesses superior fire and wood spiritual roots, is at the ninth level of Qi Refining, and primarily cultivates the family's Azure Flame Technique."

Song Yue spoke first.

At the same time, a faint blue flame condensed in his hand.

"Ninth level of Qi Refining, condensing a second-grade flame, not bad!"

Zi Ling smiled and nodded.

They also acknowledged Song Yue's cultivation level.

"This disciple possesses superior-grade metal and fire spiritual roots, is at the seventh level of Qi Refining, and primarily cultivates the Fire Condensation Technique."

Bai Ji then spoke up.

This Fire Condensation Technique is only a mid-grade Yellow Rank technique; it is very difficult to advance to the Foundation Establishment stage.

However, this is the best cultivation method he has been able to find so far.

Originally, after entering the Dao Academy, he wanted to exchange for other techniques, but even a high-grade Yellow Rank technique required several hundred points to exchange for.

He simply couldn't earn that many points.

He usually assists other senior brothers in refining weapons in their workshops to earn some spirit stones, which is only enough for him to buy pills to aid his cultivation.

"His aptitude is alright, but the quality of his Fire Condensation Technique is too low!"

"But if you continue cultivating like this, it will be very difficult for you to reach the Foundation Establishment stage in the future!"

Zi Ling continued.

Upon hearing this, Bai Ji couldn't help but show a look of worry on his face.

He had actually anticipated this kind of thing.

However, they didn't dare to ask any questions.

The stunningly beautiful woman before him was Zhou Ling's master, and also his grandmaster.

The fact that they were able to cultivate a genius like Zhou Ling speaks volumes about their exceptional abilities.

"Master, Bai Ji has good comprehension and is also a top-grade spiritual root. As long as the resources can be supplied, Foundation Establishment shouldn't be too difficult!"

Zhou Ling asked with some doubt.

Bai Ji's cultivation level is not low now. If he switches to cultivating techniques, he should be able to reach the eighth level of Qi Refining within a year.

Building a foundation in two or three years shouldn't be too difficult!

"His aptitude is good, but once he enters the seventh level of Qi Refining, the spiritual energy he has condensed in his body is already quite considerable, but it is too mottled. It will be quite difficult for him to switch to other cultivation methods."

"If it's the mid-stage of Qi Refining, then it's easier to handle."

Zi Ling spoke up.

Upon hearing this, Zhou Ling finally understood that he had also switched to cultivating the Five Elements Qianyang True Technique when he was at the sixth level of Qi Refining.

However, with the aid of the spiritual flame, the purity of his spiritual energy is not low.

"Grandmaster, what should I do?"

Bai Ji, looking worried, cupped his hands in a gesture of respect to Zi Ling and asked her a question.

I originally thought that my luck had turned around and that becoming Zhou Ling's disciple would surely lead to great achievements in the future.

Countless disciples in the entire outer academy must envy him.

From an unknown Qi Refining Level 7 disciple, he rose to become the number one genius disciple of Xuan Yuan Dao Academy.

Regardless of whether I can become Zhou Ling's personal disciple in the future, I will definitely have more resources and a different reputation in the academy.

There are definitely plenty of people who would like to have you refine weapons.

The quality of the accommodations will be upgraded in the future.

"Let's try cultivating the first level of the Qianyang Fire Technique and see how it goes!"

"However, this process not only requires the aid of herbs, but also involves greater pain!"

Zi Ling thought for a moment and said.

"Thank you, Grandmaster!"

Bai Ji hurriedly knelt down and thanked Zi Ling.

Judging from his master's tone, he still has hope.

As for pain, he was naturally not afraid of it.

Hearing his master's words, Zhou Ling knew that his master wanted to help Bai Ji.

However, thinking back to the pain he endured when cultivating the Five Elements Qianyang True Technique.

Now that Bai Ji needs to temper his magical power, the difficulty is even greater.

However, since his master believes he is capable of cultivating the Qianyang Technique, there should still be a chance.

Zhou Ling didn't want Bai Ji's talent to go to waste.

Moreover, they have now become his disciples.

If I can help, then of course I'll lend a hand.

However, he also knew the pain of cultivating the Qianyang True Technique.

Moreover, this concerns Bai Ji's entire path to enlightenment, so after thinking for a moment, he said, "Now you are my disciple."

"This Qianyang True Technique is quite difficult, and the pain endured during its cultivation is indeed not easy, but it has follow-up techniques that are sufficient to cultivate to the point of Core Formation."

"In addition, I can exchange a relatively mild cultivation method for you at the Dao Academy. Although it cannot guarantee the formation of the core, I think there should be no problem with the foundation establishment."

After speaking, Zhou Ling took out a jade slip and placed it on the stone table.

After listening, Bai Ji hesitated for a moment, then a decisive look appeared on his face.

“Master, I originally thought that being able to establish my foundation would be good enough, but now that I have become your disciple, I am not willing to be mediocre.”

"And no matter how great the pain, this disciple can endure it!"

Bai Ji said decisively.

Upon hearing this, Zhou Ling nodded. Although obtaining cultivation resources was not easy, those of them who were born into independent cultivation should strive for them with all their might.

"Alright, since that's the case, then let's cultivate this Qianyang True Technique."

"There are some of my cultivation insights inside. Go back and study them slowly. If there's anything you don't understand, then ask me."

"If you cannot withstand the training process, you must not force yourself to continue."

Zhou Ling handed the jade slip to Bai Ji and solemnly gave him instructions.

"Disciple understands!"

Bai Ji accepted the jade slip with utmost respect, his eyes filled with excitement.

A cultivation technique that can help one form a core—this was something he had always dreamed of.

His gratitude towards Zhou Ling was beyond measure.

"Here are some cultivation aids such as Fire Cloud Grass. Take them first."

Zhou Ling then took out a storage bag from his person, which contained some first-tier medicinal herbs that he had obtained from the Ancient Cloud Rank.

Once his cultivation reached the Foundation Establishment stage, these herbs became of little use to him.

"Thank you Master!"

Bai Ji accepted the storage bag and thanked him respectfully once again.

"Grandmaster, should I switch my cultivation method from the Azure Flame Technique?"

Seeing Bai Ji being treated like this, Song Yue couldn't help but ask with envy.

"You've already reached the ninth level of Qi Refining, so there's definitely no need for you to switch cultivation methods. The Azure Flame Technique isn't bad either."

"At the ninth level of Qi Refining, you can condense a second-grade flame, which is enough for you to cultivate to the Nascent Soul realm."

Zi Ling shook her head.

"All right!"

Song Yue nodded helplessly.

"Alright, now that you've met your grandmaster, come with me to the workshop."

Seeing Zi Ling pick up the wine pot and drink again, Zhou Ling said to the two of them.

After becoming an instructor at the Taoist academy, Zhou Ling was assigned to his own workshop, but due to the tight schedule...

He hasn't visited the workshop yet.

There's no time to manage it either.

Now that we've taken in two disciples, it's a good time to let them manage things.

Anyway, Bai Ji is still working in other workshops, so it would definitely be better for him to manage his own workshop.

"Master, this disciple will take his leave now!"

Zhou Ling then bowed to Zi Ling and took his leave.

"Grandmaster, this disciple takes his leave!"

"Grandmaster, this disciple takes his leave!"

Bai Ji and the other person also bowed to Zi Ling.

Zi Ling waved her hand.

The three of them left immediately.

Upon arriving at his own workshop, Zhou Ling wore a satisfied expression.

The workshop is quite large, covering an area of ​​about a hundred square meters.

There are two refining furnaces, and the earth fire used is of the third rank. A fire-gathering array is set up for them.

"From now on, the two of you will assist in managing this workshop."

Zhou Ling spoke to the two of them.

He has a refining furnace and the Qianyang True Fire, so he doesn't really need this workshop.

But this is a benefit offered by the Taoist academy, so why not take it?

It's just right to hand it over to two disciples to manage now.

Then, he took out some first-tier ore materials and handed them to the two of them, saying, "These ores are for your use in refining weapons."

These first-tier ores were obtained by killing several cultivators from the Blood Beast Sect in the Ancient Cloud Rank.

Now, he has no use for it either.

Bai and Ji, on the other hand, are a perfect match.

"Thank you Master!"

Bai Ji and the other person bowed and thanked him.

Zhou Ling nodded, gave them a few more instructions, and then left the workshop.

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Three more days passed, and the disciples of the Taoist temple began to gradually begin their holiday.

In the morning, Zhou Ling slept in, which was a rare occurrence.

When I woke up, the sun was already high in the sky.

These past few days, Qingyun Immortal City has entered the cold winter season.

It's rare for the weather to be sunny today.

However, the courtyard where Zhou Ling now lives is equipped with a spring-like magic array, so no matter how cold it is outside, the courtyard is always warm and cozy, so it doesn't have much of an impact.

I had just gotten up and stepped out of my room when I saw a familiar figure.

He rubbed his eyes, paused for a moment, and asked, "Xin'er, why are you back?"

Inside the hall, Wang Xin, dressed in a lake-blue dress and with a tall figure, sat gracefully.

"Brother Ling, you're awake!"

Upon seeing Zhou Ling, Wang Xin stood up and rushed towards him.

Zhou Ling immediately reached out and pulled her into his arms.

After scanning the house with his divine sense and finding no one there, Zhou Ling embraced Wang Xin and spent some time with her.

At this moment, Wang Xin's aura was completely different.

The Heavenly Rank Foundation Establishment made her aura appear incredibly profound.

"Xin'er, congratulations on reaching the Heavenly Rank Foundation Establishment! Let's celebrate properly!"

Zhou Ling said with a smile.

"Brother Ling, how should we celebrate?"

Wang Xin said softly.

As soon as she finished speaking, she felt a heat on her red lips.

Zhou Ling lifted her up.

After a long while, the two finally parted ways.

"Brother Ling, you haven't eaten yet!"

"I'm keeping some spiritual porridge warm for you in the kitchen!"

Wang Xin said with a blush on her face.

"Xin'er, how did you get in?"

Zhou Ling walked to the courtyard, washed up briefly, and then asked with a smile.

“I went to the winery to find Aunt Ru, and she gave me the key.”

Wang Xin brought out a large bowl of spirit porridge from the kitchen, along with steamed buns, spirit eggs, and other items.

Zhou Ling walked to the dining table, picked up a steamed bun and started eating, then asked, "Didn't Patriarch Wang tell you to stay in the Wang family?"

"That's what the Wang family means, but I don't want to stay there. Besides, I'm your wife, and this is my home!"

"Besides, I don't want to be the head of the Wang family. If Sister Qingshang wants to be, then let her be."

Wang Xin served Zhou Ling a bowl of spiritual porridge and said with a smile.

Hearing this, Zhou Ling was delighted and asked, "Since you've only recently entered the Foundation Establishment stage, and the spiritual energy in the Wang family's ancestral land is so abundant, you should consolidate your foundation for a while longer."

"I've stabilized, and there's no longer any impact!"

Wang Xin said with a smile.

Afterwards, the two ate and chatted, and after not seeing each other for many days, their relationship seemed to have become even closer.

After finishing her meal, Wang Xin cleared away the dishes and took them to the kitchen to wash.

The sound transmission jade on Zhou Ling's body vibrated.

"Zhou Ling, let's get together this afternoon!"

Zhou Ling heard He Zijian's voice.

"Brother He, come over to my house. Xin'er is back too, let's celebrate properly."

Zhou Ling replied.

Some time has passed since He Zijian informed him that he had successfully established his foundation, and it should have been consolidated by now.

"it is good!"

After putting away the communication jade, Zhou Ling asked Wang Xin, "Xin'er, what kind of spiritual food is in the kitchen?"

"Brother He and the others are coming over for lunch!"

"Aunt Ru has already prepared a lot of spiritual food in the kitchen."

Wang Xin replied with a smile.

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"Come on, everyone, let's have a toast to congratulate Brother He and Xin'er on successfully establishing their foundations."

At noon, Zhou Ling raised his wine glass and laughed with He Zijian and the other two.

"Dry!"

"Dry!"

"Dry!"

The other three people each took a glass of wine.

"Sigh, all three of you have reached the Foundation Establishment stage, but I haven't!"

He Lingyun took a big gulp of wine and said in a rather depressed tone.

Unexpectedly, she was the last of the four to reach the Foundation Establishment stage.

Moreover, both Zhou Ling and Wang Xin are at the Heavenly Rank Foundation Establishment stage.

My eldest brother is a Foundation Establishment cultivator of Earth Rank.

I'd be lucky if I could even reach the Foundation Establishment stage.

"Take your time, Foundation Establishment isn't something that can be done as quickly as possible!"

Zhou Ling said with a smile.

He could sense that He Lingyun was already at the peak of Qi Refining, and her internal energy was extremely profound, meaning she was ready to establish her foundation at any time.

Moreover, she is a beast tamer, and her future cultivation will be closely related to her natal demon beast.

Having fused with the Haoyang Bird Beast Fire, he was fully aware of the Haoyang Bird's potential.

That day, my blood was fully unleashed.

He Lingyun's cultivation level might have improved by leaps and bounds.

Wang Xin also inquired about He Lingyun's preparations for foundation building.

"I plan to try my luck next June. If I can get the Heavenly Grade Foundation Establishment Pill from the Dao Academy, I'll try to break through to the Heavenly Grade Foundation Establishment stage. If not, I'll just have to prepare for Foundation Establishment!"

Although He Lingyun said she would give it a shot, she was clearly still somewhat lacking in confidence.

But that makes sense, considering she belongs to the Tianxia Dao Academy.

Talented individuals emerge in abundance, and it is common for disciples to fight each other across levels.

He Lingyun lacked other skills besides controlling beasts.

It's simply impossible for Haoyang Bird to win the championship on its own.

However, the other three were powerless to help in this competition.

All I could tell her was some foundation-building experience.

"Xin'er, I'll need your help to refine some Blood Beast Pills for me these days, so I can activate the Haoyang Bird's bloodline as soon as possible."

He Lingyun then spoke to Wang Xin.

Wang Xin nodded.

The four then chatted about everyday things.

Because she needs to prepare for next year's Foundation Establishment Seed Assessment Competition, He Lingyun does not plan to return to Lingxia Immortal City.

He Zijian was working in the Demon Slayer Department and did not return.

Zhou Ling also invited them to his home for a gathering during the Chinese New Year.

The group then discussed their future plans.

He Zijian's main focus is on the Demon Slayer Division.

He Lingyun, on the other hand, was considering the matter of Foundation Establishment.

Wang Xin didn't think too much about it; after all, she was already Zhou Ling's fiancée.

From now on, wherever Zhou Ling goes, she will follow.

Zhou Ling, of course, needs no introduction. He will be assessed by the Heavenly Guards of the Heavenly Crafts Bureau next March, and there will also be the competition among the four major academies in June.

These things are enough to keep him busy.

(End of this chapter)