Longevity: Start Farming with Entries

Chapter 744: Chapter 585: Growing Further Apart, Tides Rising and Falling

Next, after Qin Ming crafted the Divinity Transformation Spirit Ointment.

He could also start preparing to endeavor into divinity transformation.

Now, with the Spirit Communication Treasure in hand, his body refining rivals that of a Tier Five Great Demon, boasting formidable physical strength, capable of withstanding the Celestial Tribulation.

Additionally, he has an "Red Dust Slash" entry to counter the Red Dust Tribulation.

With his current cultivation and divine techniques surpassing an ordinary Divinity Transformation Stage cultivator, there’s considerable confidence in the breakthrough.

Furthermore, after crafting the Divinity Transformation Spirit Ointment, three blossoms of Essence of Wood surprisingly formed at the bottom of the Spirit King Cauldron, an invaluable nourishment for his Lifebound Spirit Plant.

After storing them away,

Qin Ming was in high spirits, tidying up his cave mansion before exiting, feeling refreshed.

Within the Little Spirit Realm, the Heaven-Devouring Rat, Tian Ling’er, and Little Silver Fox transformed into the Golden Boy and Jade Maiden to greet him, offering their congratulations.

The Profound Water Crocodile and Silver-winged Frost Bee, meanwhile, remained asleep, undergoing secluded cultivation to advance to the Tier Four Transforming Demon Saint Realm.

"Congratulations, Master, on the great success in alchemy!"

"Joyful news! Joyful news!"

The Heaven-Devouring Rat took on the form of a chubby white boy, cheerfully clasping its hands in salute and congratulations.

Qin Ming’s face broke into a smile as he patted its head, "I’m in a good mood; let’s celebrate for three days."

He then instructed them to bring out the finest Spirit Wine and Spiritual Food from the Little Spirit Realm, hosting a grand feast in celebration.

Three days later,

The three spirit pets, bellies round and full, fell into deep slumber.

Qin Ming, however, left the Little Spirit Realm.

He went to the Cyan Wood Pavilion, summoning Hua Tianxiong to inquire about recent events. ƒгeewёbnovel.com

"Master, you have finally exited seclusion!" Hua Tianxiong greeted respectfully, bowing in salutation.

Qin Ming said indifferently, "Hm, tell me about the recent situation."

Following this,

Hua Tianxiong paused briefly before truthfully reporting, "Since your return to the Southern Wilderness, the ancient demon from Primordial Extreme Mountain seems to have vanished into thin air, quieting down for quite some time."

Qin Ming was somewhat attentive to this matter; he had already speculated that the Rock Demon had acquired the Spirit Communication Treasure and was likely refining it in secret.

Thus, it had no time for continued attacks on Human Race Cultivators.

"Additionally... Alliance Leader Wei Wuya... attempted to break through to the Nascent Soul stage years ago and ultimately failed, becoming one with the Dao at the Thunder Origin Sect’s mountain gate..."

"You were in seclusion at the time, so we didn’t disturb you. I represented our Wangyue Island to express condolences."

"Now, the position of leader in the Southern Wilderness Cultivation Realm’s Four Nations Alliance is vacant, leaving fellow cultivators undecided. They seek to follow your preference."

"Fellow Daoist Mo is still in seclusion, and whether she can successfully break through to the Nascent Soul remains unknown, alas!"

Hua Tianxiong spoke with a sigh, as Mo Lingwei was also an old partner of his.

Naturally, he hoped she wouldn’t meet the same fate as Wei Wuya, failing in her breakthrough and ending with her path extinguished...

Receiving this news, Qin Ming furrowed his brows.

He hadn’t expected Wei Wuya to fail in his attempt to reach the Nascent Soul stage and become one with the Dao.

In surrender, one is mortal; in defiance, one ascends to immortality.

The path of cultivation is like rowing upstream; to stop is to fall back, requiring perseverance through countless life-and-death tribulations. A slight mistake could render all past cultivation a fleeting dream...

Wei Wuya, considered a talented and fortuitous cultivator in the Thunder Origin Sect, ultimately fell short at this step.

From the moment of condensing the Nascent Soul, there was no turning back, even immortals couldn’t save him.

Even if Qin Ming had been present, he would have been powerless.

Wei Wuya, who primarily cultivated the Sword Dao, was known for his integrity and unyielding character, and was also an acquaintance of Qin Ming.

Qin Ming planned to personally pay his respects.

Unexpectedly,

A few days later,

Information came from Supreme Yang of the East Sea Cultivation Realm.

It stated that True Monarch Cangwu of the Penglai Sect also failed in his attempt to reach divinity transformation. But thanks to his profound cultivation foundation and numerous sect treasures, he barely escaped with his life.

However, he suffered damage to his origin, and considering his advanced age, future attempts would likely be futile.

The Penglai Sect has already started training other divinity transformation seed candidates for cultivation.

Upon exiting seclusion, Qin Ming received these unfortunate news and sighed deeply:

"The Great Dao is arduous indeed!"

Even prodigious talents cultivated with abundant sect resources fell before the divinity transformation abyss.

Not to mention the countless ordinary cultivators.

Originally, Qin Ming was in a good mood after completing his alchemy, but receiving such news in succession served as a solemn reminder for his own divinity transformation endeavor.

After all, when he attempted the Nascent Soul stage, he encountered the unexpected strengthening of the Celestial Tribulation.

...

Five days later,

In a green robe, Qin Ming visited the spirit tablet of Wei Wuya to pay his respects.

His old acquaintances, Nalan Xi, Gu Qingzhao, Huangfu Qii, and Fang Han were all present.

These people all felt deep regret over Wei Wuya’s passing.

After all, they weathered the storms of the Southern Wilderness Cultivation Realm together.

Now, with Qin Ming’s current cultivation status far surpassing theirs, the days of easy camaraderie have long gone.

In the Immortal Dao path, those who can’t keep up will only drift further apart.

Meanwhile, at the Thunder Origin Sect, a new Golden Core cultivator has emerged, the Earth Spirit Rooted Wu Wangfeng, ensuring the emergence of new talents.

"For now, let Fellow Daoist Nalan temporarily assume the position of Alliance Leader."

Qin Ming casually finalized the decision, as he controlled the Southern Wilderness Cultivation Realm, and none would dispute it.

After the condolences, he returned to Wangyue Island.

Nalan Xi and Gu Qingzhao watched Qin Ming’s departing figure, their emotions gradually drifting into the distance...

...

Half a year later.

Above Wangyue Island, a vast cloud of spiritual qi gathered, pouring like a funnel towards a certain cave mansion on the Spirit Island, as if a giant whale was sucking water.

The Spirit Farmers busy working the fields on Wangyue Island were stunned by this sight, stopping their tasks to look up.

"What is happening?"

"Such a heavenly phenomenon, could it be...?"

Hua Tianxiong transformed into a yellow escape light and flew out, his expression stern as he looked towards Mo Lingwei’s cave mansion, commanding the Spirit Farmers below:

"Stop everything for now, and evacuate the Spirit Island."

"Manager Mo is breaking through to Nascent Soul."

Hiss!

Upon hearing this, the Spirit Farmers quickly ran away, fearful they couldn’t escape in time.

The impending Nascent Soul Celestial Tribulation descending was no joke; low-tier cultivators like them could be obliterated in an instant if caught in it.

After settling the people of the Spirit Island, Hua Tianxiong came to report to Qin Ming.

"Hmm, you should also go outside and watch." Qin Ming instructed calmly.

"Yes!"

Mo Lingwei was also a person of strong will and great perseverance. From her initial escape from the Spirit Nest Islands with her family to cultivating to her current realm, it had been a journey of many twists and turns.

The resources needed for advancing to Golden Core and Nascent Soul were also acquired through her own merits in battles against the devilry path.

Qin Ming merely offered her a chance to start over, and Mo Lingwei seized it well.

Days later.

The vast celestial phenomenon drew the attention of surrounding cultivators, who stopped to watch.

"This... this is the Nascent Soul Celestial Phenomenon!"

"In just a century, is there to be another Nascent Soul True Monarch emerging from Wangyue Island?"

"True Monarch Wangyue has deep foundations, known as a peerless great cultivator in the human realm."

"The scene of him slashing the Divinity Transformation Demon Venerable is still vivid in our memories."

"That’s why cultivating on Wangyue Island and producing one or two Nascent Soul Great Powers isn’t surprising."

"Ah! That Tier Four Top-Grade Spiritual Vein is truly enviable!"

As everyone discussed.

Qin Ming watched as a crimson Fire Phoenix enveloped Mo Lingwei, and inside, her Golden Core shattered. She took out the Nascent Condensation Pill and consumed it, beginning the transition from shattered core to Nascent Soul.

This woman had faced countless trials in her life.

But it’s these experiences that tempered her mana and divine techniques, surpassing ordinary Golden Core cultivators.

Moreover, with a special spirit body as protection, the process of forming the Nascent Soul was smooth and effortless.

Next was the Heart Demon Tribulation and the Celestial Thunder Tribulation of the Nascent Soul Stage.

Boom! Crack!!

Thunder and lightning erupted over Wangyue Island, the terrifying celestial tribulation pouring down in succession with immense heavenly might.

Finally.

Mo Lingwei, like the Fire Phoenix behind her, was reborn from the flames, successfully passing the tribulation.

A Nascent Soul phantom, a hundred feet tall, appeared briefly amidst the clouds above the Spirit Island, then returned to her Purple Mansion Spirit Platform.

In an instant, countless rays of auspicious light enveloped Wangyue Island, adding an extraordinary sense of sanctity.

An aura belonging to the Nascent Soul Stage was suddenly released, causing all cultivators to submit.

"She actually succeeded in breaking through to Nascent Soul!"

"Our Southern Wilderness Cultivation Realm has another newly promoted Nascent Soul True Monarch after True Monarch Wangyue. Truly something to celebrate!"

"I wonder which senior it is this time."

"We’ll surely find out in a few days, just wait."

Soon after.

The celestial phenomenon above the Spirit Island faded away, and Wangyue Lake returned to tranquility.

Hua Tianxiong flew over, enviously saying to Qin Ming, "Heh heh! Master, who knew Fellow Daoist Mo would attain Nascent Soul True Monarch status in just one morning, truly times have changed! I’ll have to call her senior from now on."

Seeing his comical appearance, Qin Ming smiled faintly and remarked, "Instead of envying others, why not strive yourself? Maybe you still have a chance?"

Hua Tianxiong pointed to his nose, asking, "Me? A chance?"

"Hmm, even Wu Jiang could establish his foundation in his old age. As long as you give it your all, what’s impossible?" Qin Ming said, patting Hua Tianxiong’s shoulder.

"Hasn’t that also broken the rules of the cultivation world?"

Qin Ming’s words of encouragement might have truly spurred him on, as Hua Tianxiong earnestly went back to his cultivation.

Months later.

Mo Lingwei fully solidified her Nascent Soul cultivation, transforming into an escape light to visit Qin Ming in the Cyan Wood Pavilion.

"Mo Lingwei pays respects to the Lord Island Master."

Qin Ming glanced at her Nascent Soul, its aura stable and her foundation fairly strong.

However, the gap between early-stage Nascent Soul and Nascent Soul Great Perfection was like worlds apart, especially since Qin Ming now possessed the strength to slay Divinity Transformation cultivators.

Even within the Nascent Soul Stage, there was a vast difference in their status and authority, which Mo Lingwei understood well.

Thus, she maintained her respectful demeanor towards Qin Ming, never overstepping her bounds.

Her way of dealing with people showed remarkable sophistication.

Yet, standing before Qin Ming again, now as a Nascent Soul cultivator, she couldn’t help but reminisce about the past...

Back then, when Qin Ming first arrived at the Spirit Nest Islands, with nowhere to settle, he wanted to co-rent a Spirit Island with her, but she refused...

Ironically, fate led her to become Qin Ming’s grand steward of the Spirit Island...

And now she had even broken into the Nascent Soul Stage here.

The events of the past made her feel as though it was all a dream recently.

"Hmm, not bad, not bad."

"Qingxia Fairy, now that you’ve also achieved Nascent Soul, you’re part of the upper echelon of the cultivation realm. You can’t always be doing chores for me now."

"What plans do you have next?"

Qin Ming took a sip of spirit tea, asking lightly.

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