The Great Xia Dynasty's Longevity Begins with Connecting to the Swallowed Starry Sky

Chapter 137 Qinghe Bay, Invitation, Business Opportunity

"Brother Qin, Fuyu County is a complicated place."

Many places have been occupied.

The people here are a mixed bag; you never know which mountain lord might be behind it all.

Therefore, choosing an address requires extreme caution.

Song Fugui took out a map, unfolded it in front of Qin Hao, and then explained it to him one by one.

"This area is considered the center of Buyeo County."

It was occupied by the four major local families: the Chiang, Soong, Yuan and Jiang families.

Their specific strength, according to the strength ranking I just mentioned, is that of a powerful figure in the fourth realm.

However, it is said that the fourth-realm expert of the Jiang family has encountered some problems and has not appeared for a long time.

Song Fugui, as expected of the young master of Futong Money Shop, was extremely well-informed.

He spoke eloquently and logically about the situation in Fuyu County.

They even have information about a fourth-realm expert like the Jiang family patriarch.

However, information from such a big shot is certainly not that detailed.

Qin Hao understands this as well.

It's impossible for Futong Money House to send out a fourth-level expert to ascertain the situation of this fourth-level expert.

Not worth the candle.

Vajra Sword sighed, "As expected of Fuyu County, it's like there are no shortage of Fourth Realm experts here. Every family has one."

This is true.

For example, Shendu is the center of Qianyang Realm.

However, not every family in the capital has a powerful figure at the fourth realm.

Among the Qin family of Anyuan Earl, the strongest on the surface is actually Qin Hao's grandmother, Chu Xiuying, a dragon maiden who is a big shot in the third realm.

Therefore, Qin Zhenyuan was always ridiculed in the capital for being a kept man.

Qin Zhenyuan was never ashamed of his actions; on the contrary, he was proud of them.

He rose from humble beginnings and, through his own hard work, was even granted a noble title.

This is related to his own indomitable struggle, but it is also related to his circumstances.

Indeed, this is true; the Jiang, Song, Yuan, and Jiang families all possess a powerful figure at the fourth realm.

The family has established a stronghold here, with deep roots and numerous descendants, occupying the most central areas.

It can be said that its strength is absolutely formidable.

In other words, if it weren't for the fact that they possessed powerful figures at the fourth level...

What right or ability do they have to occupy the most fertile part of Fuyu County?
Where is that giant mine of spirit stones?

Qin Hao turned around, and Song Fugui quickly marked it on the map: "It's right here, in a no-man's-land. But nowadays, this place is a complex place, and people from all sides are guarding it, absolutely not allowing anyone to mine even a single spirit stone on their own."

This place is probably considered their private domain by everyone.

In particular, these four major families originally occupied the most fertile area here.

He was the local tyrant.

The family members all considered this place as their own territory.

They would definitely glare angrily at outsiders like Qin Hao.

Qin Hao carefully examined the map. Although he had brought along a powerful figure from the fourth realm, Crab General, he was still working hard.

But two fists are no match for four hands.

There are four fourth-realm masters from the Jiang, Song, Yuan, and Jiang families.

Even the fourth realm of these four families is only the first step, and the fourth realm expert of the Jiang family may have encountered some problems.

General Crab alone is definitely no match for the other three combined.

Moreover, there are these people, the big shots of the fourth realm. I'm afraid they would be no match for them, or even die, in one move.

Therefore, there are some things that must be taken into consideration.

Everyone looked at Qin Hao; this was a difficult decision.

This involves the risk of death.

But they still came despite everything.

Among these people, apart from Song Fugui, Xie Lingyun had the highest social standing.

The others were either independent cultivators or members of small sects.

If we don't take this gamble, it will be extremely difficult to succeed in the future.

Don't be fooled by their status as top players on the Human Ranking; to the true big shots, this ranking is nothing but child's play.

Those that grow and mature will naturally be able to give back to the list and vindicate it.

Those that fail to grow are at best like shooting stars.

Nobody cares about people like that.

For these independent cultivators and members of small sects, this might be the only shining moment in their lives.

So when they noticed Qin Hao's gentleness and willingness to guide them.

They naturally followed Qin Hao, coming here to try their luck.

Fortunately, Qin Hao's previous performances had earned their approval.

Or rather, it far exceeded their expectations.

Qin Hao looked around and suddenly laughed, "Then let's choose this place."

Song Fugui turned his head and immediately noticed a place.

here?

"Excellent."

Everyone else looked over and saw Qin Hao pointing his finger at a certain spot.

"Qinghe Bay?"

There is a lake in this place, but it is not as good as Luoxing Lake or Pengze Lake.

Luoxing Lake is 990 li in circumference, but it is only a tiny fraction of a thousand li in circumference.

Kanli Lake is about 300 li in circumference, which is not exactly small.

However, the environment of Kanli Lake is not very good.

Because of the presence of two malevolent forces, Kan and Li, the ecology of Kanli Lake is not very good.

Very few living creatures live here; even aquatic creatures cannot survive.

However, Kanli Lake also has several branches, one of which is Qinghe River.

This Qinghe Bay is a section along the Qinghe River.

Speaking of which, although there are two kinds of evil spirits, Kan and Li, in Kan Li Lake, as the water flows out of Kan Li Lake, the evil spirits gradually dissipate and the water returns to its original clear state.

Even because of these two evil spirits, the water quality was actually quite good after the evil spirits were removed.

The water source of Kanli Lake is a very important source of water for the survival of Buyeo County.

Qinghe Bay is only five miles from Kanli Lake, which is not too far, but its geographical location is extremely good.

"Dragon King, what is this?" General Crab seemed to have seen through Qin Hao's plan and asked.

Qin Hao nodded: "It just so happens that we need to open a branch in Pengze Lake, and I think Kanli Lake is a good choice."

Ok?
The fact that Qin Hao still had such thoughts surprised Jin Gangjian and the others.

Others come here with great caution, fearing that every step will be fraught with danger and that they may not be able to leave.

Qin Hao is still thinking of opening a branch here?

The Star Guide Boat beneath our feet was quite fast; with a turn, it headed towards Qinghe Bay.

Qin Hao spoke eloquently: "Although this place is too close to Kanli Lake, the Kanli evil spirits in the water have not been completely removed."

But there is a way. We can build a water tower to draw water from the river, purify it through an array, and then distribute it to various places.

It can be used for both drinking and watering.

We could even use pipes to deliver this clean water directly to the homes of our people.

Qin Hao was eloquent and commanding, pointing out the flaws in the landscape.

Xie Lingyun looked at him with sparkling eyes.

Song Fugui was about to bring up the water quality issue, but Qin Hao's words silenced him.

The Star Guide Boat was very fast, and two hours later, it officially arrived at Qinghe Bay.

This place is quite spacious.

Unlike other ancient trees that are common everywhere and exude fragrance in all places.

Because of the malevolent influence of Kan and Li, the plants growing here are all weeds that contain malevolent energy.

But in Qin Hao's eyes, these things were not weeds, but things that could be exchanged for wealth.

"I don't know if the people of Qianyang Realm are short-sighted, or if it's because they're blind to what's right under their noses."

Aren't these red and blue weeds the best raw materials for stripping away evil spirits and refining potions or ointments to refine and temper the body?

Qin Hao already had many plans in mind.

These items can even be brought into the world of Swallowed Star as a specialty product of the Heavenly Craft Pavilion.

The world of Swallowed Star doesn't seem to have a specific system for cultivating the physical body, but this dedication is definitely not useless.

Even after achieving immortality, spiritual power, physical strength, and other abilities are combined to form divine power.

But this absolutely does not mean that physical strength is useless.

The higher the physical strength, the lower the consumption of divine power.

It is important to know that the loss of divine power will affect the immortal combat power of the Swallowed Star World.

As for those below the Immortal level, the strength of their physical body has an even greater impact on their combat power.

As the Star Guide Boat landed, the group filed out.

Qin Hao and General Crab were naturally the first to come down, followed by Song Fugui and the others.

Xie Lingyun frowned; clearly, this environment was quite demanding on the plants.

Whether it's Xie Lingyun's physique, her cultivation techniques, or the Life Contract technique, all of them have certain environmental requirements.

It's not that she lacks fighting ability in this environment.

Instead, it will affect her combat effectiveness.

The others also frowned to varying degrees.

This feeling is like being in the Flaming Mountains.

Hmm, they're not the same.

This malevolent feeling is extremely complex, like experiencing both ice and fire.

But a smile appeared in Qin Hao's eyes.

At this moment, the geomancers from Futong Money Shop, who had come with Song Fugui, also filed down the river.

“Go and level the land around here, and we’ll build a temporary palace first.”

Imperial palaces were generally the residences of emperors when they were away from home.

However, here, the imperial palace also has branches, which are said to be places for cultivation.

The relics of some of the great masters of the past may very well have been their palaces.

This is what geomancers are best at; as for construction, that's a whole different group of people.

Qin Hao nodded and with a wave of his hand, ten five-colored warriors were summoned.

"this?"

The Five-Colored Warrior is considered one of the core secret techniques of Taoism.

This secret technique is widely passed down, but not every lineage can receive the true transmission.

Qin Hao's ten five-colored warriors are indeed very authentic.

Indeed, this is a true disciple of the Heavenly Refinement Valley, and his master, True Person Yunhua, is a newly promoted expert in the fourth realm.

It is only right that we should be able to inherit this authentic secret method.

"I have only recently trained these Five-Colored Warriors, and I don't know enough yet. You can send them to do some work, and you can also give these Five-Colored Warriors some training."

In the Taoist sect, the Five-Colored Warriors are responsible for doing odd jobs.

It seems that the Five-Colored Warriors can do anything.

However, the newly created Five-Colored Warriors are actually quite blank in terms of both strength and professional skills.

They inherited some of their master's knowledge, depending on what their master initially instilled in them.

However, these five-colored warriors were not finalized after they were forged.

These five-colored warriors can also be learned.

It's as if the Mother Talisman is their central processing unit, and the Five-Colored Warriors are puppets controlled by artificial intelligence.

They possess the ability to learn. The geomancers, upon seeing the ten five-colored warriors, also showed expressions of delight.

The Five-Colored Warriors possess immense strength, making them the best choice for doing odd jobs.

Moreover, these ten five-colored warriors are all several meters tall, and their colors are extremely pure.

"These five-colored warriors are at least at the second stage of the second realm. Moreover, their combat strength is extremely high."

The geomancers felt a great sense of security and all nodded in unison: "Yes."

They knew all too well that Song Fugui was their young master.

But right now, the young master has followed this young grandson of the Earl of Anyuan to this place.

Clearly, this one holds a higher position.

Listening to Qin Hao was absolutely the right thing to do.

The geomancers each had their own organizers who led them to level the land and build the palace.

The others first set up an array, using mud and stone magic to build several quiet rooms to settle everyone in.

Xie Lingyun said, "I will go and take a look around to see if I can improve the soil quality."

This land has a vast expanse; if the soil quality could be improved, spiritual fields could be cultivated.

Then the Diancang School will have a lot more business.

This territory naturally belongs to Qin Hao.

However, the spiritual fields here can be contracted out to the senior brothers and sisters of the Diancang Sect for management.

All you need to do is hand over a certain number of spiritual plants.

This is a principle that is accepted by all factions in the Qianyang Realm.

Song Fugui also looked around, trying to see what he could do to make money.

This is the method of his spiritual practice.

Qin Hao smiled and said, "Diamond Sword, you should lead everyone down to cultivate first."

These are things the Vajra Sword and the others don't need to think about too much. They should focus on their cultivation, as there are still many challenges ahead.

Qin Hao can't go on stage by himself every time; he also needs some of his own people.

Then, Qin Hao turned to Song Fugui and said, "Brother Song, do you feel that this place is too barren and you can't find a place to start?"

Song Fugui turned around and nodded with a wry smile: "Yes, I'm also very troubled by this."

We previously reached a cooperation agreement with Qin Hao, and we have already begun to see some returns.

Pengze Lake, with its 800-li (approximately 400 km) water area, is also suitable for developing spiritual fields.

In water, vertical farming can also be carried out.

The area of ​​two hundred li on land is the outer ring of a huge circle.

This is far more than the area of ​​a circle that is two hundred miles in circumference.

This is enough to lay a very solid foundation for Song Fugui.

But Song Fugui still needs to worry about the future of building high-rise buildings.

So wherever he went, Song Fugui wanted to see where there was something to make money.

Qin Hao kicked a red and blue flower at his feet and said, "Isn't this ready-made?"

Song Fugui's eyes flickered, then he shook his head and said, "Actually, these weeds and flowers here that contain the evil spirits of Kanli, this kind of thing called Kanli Flower, is not something that no one has thought of."

However, purifying the Kan and Li evil spirits requires a great deal of effort.

In addition, a master alchemist is needed to refine the body-refining ointment.

The reward for refining this body-refining ointment is far greater than what an alchemist earns from refining other elixirs.

So it's not that no one has thought about it.

Rather, the input and output here are disproportionate.

So everyone gave up eventually.

Admittedly, in the second stage of cultivation, both magical power and physical body need to be tempered by the Earthly Fiends.

The spiritual energy concentration in the Qianyang Realm is extremely high. Although the Earthly Fiends are relatively rare, it is easy to find substitutes.

This Kanli evil spirit contains some evil qi that is extremely difficult to refine.

To refine the Body Refining Paste, one must first remove and purify this malevolent energy.

This isn't the clear water; it's just been tainted.

The evil energy within evil spirits is tightly bound together, making purification extremely difficult.

This significantly increased costs.

In addition, alchemists are rare, and it takes an alchemist to refine body-refining ointment.

With the same amount of time and energy, alchemists can refine other elixirs and reap greater rewards.

This makes the situation of the grass standing on the embankment somewhat awkward.

However, this was no challenge for Qin Hao.

To be honest, in the world of cultivation, individual martial arts strength is indeed stronger.

But the world of technology also has its advantages, namely its scientific and assembly-line nature.

Many processes can be handled using an assembly line approach, which can greatly reduce the need for manual labor.

The subsequent alchemy process, however, cannot be done on an assembly line.

Alchemy is a very profound art that requires a high level of technical skill.

Moreover, the entire process must be carried out inside the alchemy furnace.

This requires the alchemist's skill.

But Qin Hao could try a different approach.

Who says that body-refining paste has to be refined like a pill?
Why can't we just treat it as a finished medicine, or refine it as an ointment?

Moreover, if we work a little harder, we can transform the fire-based alchemy process into a water-based one.

Then this thing can be transferred to the alchemy room inside the Primordial Mirror.

Once Qin Hao completes it once, he can continuously refine it thereafter.

The alchemist is not required in this process.

This is essentially a new way to exploit loopholes.

However, there's no need to tell Song Fugui this.

Qin Hao simply said, "Do you think it's possible for us to transform the method of alchemy into medicine refining?"

Song Fugui's eyes lit up: "That's right, that way we won't need alchemists. Alchemy apprentices can also do it, but that would be a bit of a waste."

Qin Hao laughed and said, "Look at this vast area, spanning thousands of miles, how many Kanli grasses are there? Do we need to care about such a waste?"

Song Fugui was taken aback for a moment, then became somewhat excited: "Now that you mention it, it does seem feasible."

Then, he added with some annoyance: "However, this also requires a senior alchemist to handle."

Otherwise, the process would be very difficult.

In fact, if it could really be transformed into an ointment that even an alchemy apprentice could make.

There is still a lot of room for maneuver in this matter.

Futong Bank has a considerable number of alchemists, but they all need to refine pills daily to supply Futong Bank's customers.

However, the number of alchemy apprentices is quite considerable.

Alchemy is a profession that requires extremely high knowledge and has high requirements in all aspects.

One hundred alchemy apprentices might not produce even one qualified alchemist.

The requirements for high-level, experienced alchemists are even higher.

Qin Hao smiled gently: "Don't worry about that. I will take care of that part of the work."

However, what if we take over this place?

Going forward, if we're going to introduce more people, we'll need to consider bringing in various professions, such as alchemy apprentices.

Pengze Lake Dragon Palace also needs development.

Although there are many aquatic creatures, the number of each profession is actually not that many.

The development of Pengze Lake Dragon Palace is not healthy; in fact, it is somewhat unbalanced.

However, considering the situation of aquatic creatures, their preference for water-related species is understandable.

However, as the master of the Dragon Palace in Pengze Lake, Qin Hao still needs to consider this aspect.

Moreover, he intends to use this as his base to advance into all the heavens and myriad worlds.

All kinds of logistical work should be involved.

I'd rather do more and earn less.

We can't wait until we need it and then not have it.

Just like this time when he encountered the Black Death Curse, if it weren't for the fact that he had previously managed the Spirit Herb Garden and had the World Ring, which contained a large number of spiritual plants that gave him endless vitality, he would have been in danger.

With the help of the Butterfly Wing Clan, and the replenishment of the Great Alpinia Tree and the Tree of Life.

This time, he's probably going to be in big trouble.

Forewarned is forearmed, without prejudging the waste.

Whether it's useful or not, let's prepare it first.

Just like in my previous life on Earth, my homeland was the only country with a complete industrial base.

This can avoid a lot of trouble.

That's what Qin Hao is going to do too.

Song Fugui nodded: "Futong Money Shop has a solid foundation in all aspects, so it can be of help."

He wasn't worried that Qin Hao would abandon him after helping him.

In this process, Fortis Bank can make a lot of money.

Song Fugui has also accumulated a lot, and naturally, his wealth will rise accordingly.

Both sides would benefit from this cooperation. Qin Hao isn't stupid; he won't go back on his word or betray his benefactor.

Song Fugui felt that he was quite good at judging people, and he had reaped considerable rewards from his numerous investments.

"The construction of the palace is not something that can be done in a day. Moreover, we also need to build array formations, water towers, and other things, all of which will take time. Let's go back first..."

Before Qin Hao could finish speaking, he turned his head and looked in a certain direction.

Before him, General Crab had already done the same thing.

Three seconds later, Song Fugui looked in the same direction.

Then, a black cloud flew in from afar.

"Who could this be? A demon?"

The art of riding the clouds and mist is not exclusive to the Taoist school.

However, Taoist sects mostly use auspicious clouds, creating a good light and shadow effect that makes it immediately clear that these are Taoist practitioners.

Buddhist and Taoist practitioners are always enveloped in golden light when they go out, and the light and shadow effects are even more attractive.

This is to inspire faith.

But the northern barbarians and the Ten Thousand Mountains don't have this problem; every time they go out, they are either shrouded in dark clouds or plagued by Gu worms.

It's terrifying to look at.

This is also due to the different needs of the two parties.

Of course, this is also due to its own methods of cultivation.

The function of auspicious clouds is not as simple as light and shadow.

“The dark clouds are filled with demonic energy and abundant moisture; they must be inhabited by aquatic creatures,” said General Crab.

Qin Hao nodded: "Then it must be someone from my great-grandfather's side."

The aquatic creatures came openly and brazenly, so they must be from the Dragon Palace of Falling Star Lake.

It's 5,000 li from here to Falling Star Lake, which isn't too far.

For ordinary people, it might be a distant place they've never been to in their entire lives.

But for cultivators, especially those who possess large flying vehicles.

Five thousand li is just a short distance.

However, Qin Hao still needs to be wary of what needs to be done.

Crab General followed Qin Hao seemingly casually, but he could suddenly attack at any moment, and could defeat anyone within a radius of 100 square meters.

As a guard, he was very dutiful.

This is especially valuable.

This is a master of the fourth realm.

"Halt, you intruder. State your name."

(End of this chapter)