Longevity: Starting with an infant's innate growth potential

Chapter 232 Planning and the Five Elements Natal Sword

Wang Xin didn't enjoy her lunch at all.

She was originally happy to become Zhou Ling's wife, but she never expected this to happen.

The ten-year agreement set by the Wang family will undoubtedly completely disrupt Zhou Ling's cultivation plan.

Having grown up with Zhou Ling since childhood, she was familiar with his situation, including his five elemental attributes and his cultivation of the Five Elements Qianyang True Technique.

The cultivation resources that needed to be prepared were far greater than those of other cultivators.

Now, her share must be included, and she's expected to condense her Golden Core within ten years.

This is something Zhou Ling is currently incapable of doing.

She didn't want her beloved to suffer such pressure.

However, during the meal, Zhou Ling chatted and laughed, seemingly not taking the matter of the ten-year Golden Core too seriously.

"Ling'er, you must plan carefully how to get Xin'er into the Golden Core stage within ten years?"

Looking at her son, Li Ru placed a large chicken leg on his plate and asked him in a somewhat nervous tone.

Now that Wang Xin has married into the Zhou family, this is a major event concerning her future ability to have children, so she can't help but be nervous.

"Mother, it's alright. Ten years is enough."

Zhou Ling picked up the chicken leg, started eating it, and said with a smile.

With ten years to go and breaking through to the first level of Foundation Establishment in a single year, Xin'er's Dark Fire Spirit Body would have no problem at all, as long as she had enough resources.

Wang Xin herself is an alchemist.

I am currently at the Taoist academy, so there are no problems with spiritual energy.

You can also receive offerings from the Taoist Academy, the Heavenly Crafts Bureau, and the Demon Slaying Department. In addition, you can refine more magical artifacts to earn points and exchange them for other resources.

That should be enough.

“Brother Ling, I can now refine second-tier pills. If I find more pill formulas and refine more pills regularly, it will be enough to provide the cultivation resources I need.”

"If the fire seed within my body grows faster, the quality of the pills I refine can be improved even further!"

Wang Xin said to Zhou Ling.

"No rush, Xin'er. You've just successfully established your foundation, so the priority should be stabilizing your realm. As for resources, I'll figure something out!"

Zhou Ling shook his head.

Then he added, "Accelerating the growth of the spark is indeed a good idea!"

With the attributes of the Golden Soul Burning Heaven Flame, growing up with it will greatly benefit Xin'er's cultivation level.

After all, Xin'er is a Dark Fire Spirit Body. By fusing with flames to enhance her abilities, her cultivation level will also increase.

This is similar to his natal spirit flame.

Having fused with the Golden Soul Burning Heaven Flame Spirit Soul, he also knew that the Golden Soul Burning Heaven Flame had an attribute that allowed for rapid enhancement.

That is to improve its own quality by absorbing high-level ores with gold and fire attributes.

Thinking of this, he put down the chicken leg that he had gnawed down to the bone and wiped his hands.

He took out two second-grade high-quality Golden Fire Crystals from his storage ring and handed them to Wang Xin, saying, "Xin'er, this afternoon try absorbing these two Golden Fire Crystals with the Ancestral Flame Seed and see what happens."

These materials were collected by him when he was refining magical artifacts for the Heavenly Crafts Bureau, and they are just what Xin'er needs.

Let's try it out and see how it goes.

If it works, then things will be much easier from here on out.

Xin'er's internal fire seed is currently at the second rank. Once it is raised to the fourth rank, Xin'er's cultivation speed will increase by at least 100%.

In addition to the aid of elixirs, there are other methods.

Zhou Ling felt that achieving the Golden Core in ten years shouldn't be a big problem.

For a time, they were full of confidence.

Wang Xin took the crystal and nodded.

Seeing Zhou Ling's serious attitude, Li Ru swallowed her words. She had intended to remind the two that improving their cultivation was important, but the matter of the child could not be ignored.

Otherwise, if Xin'er really becomes a Golden Core cultivator, it will be a bit troublesome for her to hold her grandson.

I was also anxious and helpless.

But looking at her son and daughter-in-law, she couldn't bear to upset them.

······.

It was evening, in the meditation room.

Zhou Ling kept a close eye on Wang Xin's absorption of the Golden Fire Crystal.

Through [Intermediate Observation], he could see the two golden fire crystals in Xin'er's hands surrounded by flames.

The metallic and fiery energy contained within it is being absorbed by the fire seed, which has noticeably strengthened the fire seed.

Similarly, Xin'er's cultivation level has also improved.

But what are the actual results?

Only Xin'er herself knows the truth.

However, seeing that it was effective, Zhou Ling felt a sense of relief.

Meanwhile, Wang Xin was intently absorbing the golden and fire energy.

After a short while, Wang Xin opened her eyes, which shone brightly.

With a look of delight, she said to Zhou Ling, "Brother Ling, this method of absorbing the Golden Fire Crystal is indeed effective."

"The fire seed has increased by about three percent, and my cultivation level has also increased significantly."

"Good, it works!" Zhou Ling nodded with a smile.

Achieving 3% was much better than he had expected.

In this way, we can first use metal and fire attribute ores to upgrade Xin'er's Golden Soul Burning Heaven Flame Seed to the third grade, making it a Spirit Flame.

That would greatly enhance the support for Xin'er's recovery.

As for the ores with the attributes of metal and fire, I can easily obtain them at the Dao Academy or the Heavenly Crafts Bureau.

"Xin'er, here is my arrangement for your future cultivation plan. Do you think it's suitable?"

"In the coming period, try to upgrade the Golden Soul Burning Heaven Flame Seed to the third grade as soon as possible, which can assist you in alchemy and cultivation."

"In addition, I will provide you with materials to refine second-tier Qi-enhancing pills every month, ensuring that you have enough Qi-enhancing pills to assist your cultivation each month."

"Thirdly, you also need to improve your cultivation technique as soon as possible. You are currently cultivating the Wang family's Nine Transformations Spirit Flame Technique. If there is anything you don't understand, you may ask your master!"

Zhou Ling told Wang Xin about his three plans for the short term.

This can also be considered a requirement for Wang Xin this year.

If Wang Xin can reach the second level of Foundation Establishment by the end of the year, then we will continue on this path next year.

If it doesn't work, we'll revise it again at the end of the year.

"Brother Ling, I'll listen to you."

"However, you should also hurry up and improve your cultivation."

Wang Xin looked at Zhou Ling with tender eyes and nodded.

As she spoke, she leaned gently against Zhou Ling, not wanting to put too much pressure on him because of her own affairs.

At worst, she could leave the Wang family; whether or not she could become a deity was not a big deal to her.

If she had a choice, she would naturally follow Li Ru's advice and get pregnant with Zhou Ling's child as soon as possible.

That's what makes a perfect family.

Zhou Ling gently embraced his wife, his mind also calculating his next plan.

Undoubtedly, this ten-year agreement to achieve the Golden Core stage also greatly increased the pressure on him.

Given the current situation, he was confident that achieving the Golden Core stage in the future would not be a problem.

But time may not be so fast.

But now it has to be brought forward.

However, he naturally wouldn't let this disrupt his rhythm.

Next, we still need to forge the Five Elements Natal Sword.

Then they had to pass the Heavenly Craftsmanship Bureau's assessment.

Becoming a Celestial Guardian of the Heavenly Works Department will greatly alleviate the pressure on resources.

At this moment, Xin'er's warm body involuntarily pressed against her.

Zhou Ling took the opportunity to pull her into his arms. They were newly married, why was he thinking so much?

······.

As the year draws to a close.

Guests arrived one after another, mostly cultivators from various aristocratic families in Qingyun Immortal City.

They were mainly representing their respective factions, extending an olive branch to Zhou Ling, hoping that he would join them.

Of course, these forces also know that the chances are slim.

But we should give it a try. Besides, even if it doesn't work out, at least we can befriend Zhou Ling.

After all, given the potential Zhou Ling has shown so far.

They are definitely worth befriending.

At such a young age, he is already a third-rank steward of the Heavenly Crafts Bureau, with unlimited potential.

Given this situation, Zhou Ling naturally didn't have much time for socializing.

Right after the New Year, he had collected the five elements-attribute sword-forging materials, so he decided to take Xin'er back to the Taoist academy first.

He announced that he would go into seclusion to refine his sword skills.

Avoid unnecessary social engagements that waste time.

······.

Time flies, and a month has passed in the blink of an eye.

Inside the meditation room, Zhou Ling sat cross-legged on a futon.

Five swords surrounded him, radiating five-colored light.

The five swords are all different in style and color, but the sword aura they exude is extremely powerful.

"The Five Elements Natal Sword is finally complete!"

Looking at the five third-tier swords before him, Zhou Ling's face lit up with joy.

At this moment, he could clearly feel that the five swords were one with him.

It was as if it were an extension of his body.

These five precious swords.

They are the Fire Cloud Sword, which has the fire attribute.

A water-attribute wave sword.

Metallic Dragon Sword.

Woody genus *Murraya paniculata*.

There is also the Earth Elemental Sword, a third-tier Earth-attribute weapon.

These are all precious swords that are perfectly suited to his spiritual flame.

Moreover, they are all third-tier swords.

Of course, the process of refining the natal sword is extremely arduous and dangerous, after all, it is a fifth-order third-tier sword.

Even a Foundation Establishment cultivator would find it difficult to refine just one.

But with the help of the Five Elements Spirit Flame and the [The More Setbacks, the Stronger You Become] talent, he finally succeeded.

As for the hardships and dangers of the process, that is to be expected.

After being forged into a natal sword, the power of the three swords also increased.

Furthermore, it can be absorbed into the body's Qi Sea and nurtured with one's own spiritual power and spiritual flames to gradually improve its quality.

Moreover, the five swords each possess different attributes, enabling them to provide warnings, cultivate skills, and gain insights, among other things.

It has already possessed a certain degree of spirituality.

Zhou Ling felt that if he continued to cultivate like this, he might be able to nurture a sword spirit before even reaching the Golden Core stage.

Of course, this was just wishful thinking on his part.

Creating a sword spirit is no easy task.

Once a sword spirit is born, the sword's power will increase significantly.

Of course, like other natal treasures, once destroyed, it will have a significant impact on Zhou Ling.

With a thought, Zhou Ling unleashed a dazzling sword light from all five swords.

The five-colored sword light condensed into a five-colored sword rainbow, its aura extremely astonishing.

Five sword rainbows circled around Zhou Ling, like five ever-flowing sword wheels.

Zhou Ling, who was at the center of the sword wheel, exuded an aura as sharp as a sword being drawn from its sheath.

Sharp and vast.

If other sword cultivators were to witness this scene, they would surely be greatly shocked.

It should be noted that Zhou Ling is currently only at the second level of Foundation Establishment.

Even if one is at the Heavenly Rank Foundation Establishment stage, their magical power is only comparable to that of a mid-Foundation Establishment cultivator.

To control a third-tier sword, one must at least be at the peak of the Foundation Establishment stage.

The reason why Zhou Ling was able to control five swords so easily at the same time.

On one hand, these five third-tier swords are his natal swords, making them easier to control.

He also has the powerful support of his divine soul.

In addition, there are the Five Elements Thunder Body and the Five Elements Spirit Flame for assistance.

Surrounded by sword energy, Zhou Ling appeared extremely mysterious.

With a slight thought, five-colored sword light flashed, and wisps of sword energy roared out.

These sword energies were uniform, but each had a different aura.

Some sword auras are sharp and graceful, some are fierce and powerful, and some have a long and continuous flow of energy...

It seemed to coalesce into five sword-like dragons, roaring and swirling around Zhou Ling.

"If condensed into the Five Elements Sword Formation, its power would be enough to deal with Golden Core cultivators!"

"However, given the power of this sword energy, it will probably consume a lot of energy."

"Fortunately, with the [Meticulousness] talent assisting, I am also able to unleash the three swords."

"Dealing with a Foundation Establishment Peak cultivator shouldn't be a problem."

"If it is a Golden Core cultivator, it is best not to provoke them."

Looking at the five dazzling sword energies and feeling the immense power they contained, Zhou Ling thought to himself.

Becoming his natal sword is a completely different kind of control from when he first wielded the Fire Cloud Sword.

After it became his natal treasure, he felt it was an extension of his body, and his spiritual energy and thoughts moved instantly without any hindrance.

"I wonder how effective it will be to condense a sword seal using the Five Elements Sword Qi?"

Zhou Ling then thought of using the Five Elements Sword Qi to condense the sword seal.

After all, the most crucial element in refining a third-tier sword seal is the sword intent seal within it.

Once the natal sword is formed, the sword energy it generates can also assist in forging the sword seal.

Of course, Zhou Ling can also use sword energy to refine pills.

Perhaps, with the help of sword energy, we can even refine second-grade high-quality pills now.

Immediately, he took out third-tier spirit paper from his storage ring as material for drawing the sword seal.

Zhou Lingbian channeled his spiritual power and inscribed a sword mark on the spiritual paper.

At the same time, with a thought, wisps of sword energy from the Fiery Cloud Sword fell onto the spirit paper.

Using spiritual power to draw sword seals.

Wisps of sword energy shimmered on the sword imprint, emitting fiery sword light.

Time passes quickly.

After a long while, a burst of fiery sword light flashed on the spirit paper.

A sword imprint resembling a fiery cloud condensed and emerged.

"That's right. By using sword energy, the sword imprint condensed not only has a high success rate, but its power can also be increased by 20% to 30%!"

Zhou Ling's face lit up with joy.

Two or three tenths of that power is already quite significant.

Having reached the level of a third-grade weapon refiner, he knew in his heart that every step forward would be extremely difficult.

A 10% improvement indicates a significant improvement in skill level.

With the help of sword energy, some people can improve by 20% to 30%.

This gave Zhou Ling even more confidence in the upcoming assessment by the Heavenly Crafts Bureau's Heavenly Guards.

Previously, he didn't feel much pressure regarding these assessments.

But now, with Wang Xin's ten-year Golden Core agreement, he is determined to secure this spot in the Heavenly Guard of the Heavenly Craftsmanship Bureau.

With Tianwei's resources, the pressure on him was greatly reduced.

Then, with a thought, the five swords transformed into five streams of light and entered his body.

They converged into the Qi Sea, like five orbs of light, echoing the five spiritual flames, quietly circling within it.

"She's been in seclusion for over a month now, it's time for her to come out. I wonder how much her cultivation has improved in this past month?"

Zhou Ling pondered to himself, then got up and left the cultivation room.

(End of this chapter)