Chapter 336: Chapter 298: Third Layer Flame_2

A simple sealing array has been arranged here to isolate interior and exterior energy.

Ji An opened the Dharma Prohibition, and a wave of heat mixed with thick Fire Element Spiritual Energy surged forward.

Ge Ying felt slightly uncomfortable as the Spiritual Qi clashed with her cultivation method.

Ge Luoying’s expression remained unchanged; the environment here did not stir him, while the others all looked content and refreshed.

The group stirred their Magical Power and floated above the Lava Pool, with the verdant lotus leaves particularly catching the eye in the fiery surroundings.

The lotus leaves and stems emitted a cyan radiance, pulsating with vibrant life; the lotus seedpods were dark green with faint red flame patterns on them.

Upon closer inspection, one could see these lines gently moving.

At that moment, a candle-sized flame emerged from the middle of the lotus seedpod, flickering briefly before disappearing.

"Hey, did you see that?"

Han Yan’s tone was filled with joy; she felt her heartbeat suddenly accelerate, her chest rising and falling.

Jia Yu’s eyes were wide open:

"Of course I saw it!"

Ge Ying whispered, "I saw it."

There was a unique gentleness in her voice, as if fearing that loud noises might disturb something.

Ji An was equally excited, his breath quickening, "It’s my first time seeing a flame leap out!"

The flame that flickered earlier divided into three layers: the inner flame was emerald green, the middle layer was crimson and crystal-like, and the outer flame was faintly white.

This Heaven and Earth Spirit Plant had clearly lived its third life, thus able to nurture the three-layer flame known as Cyan Lotus Heart-Burning Fire, the best of the best.

Each life cycle of the Cyan Leaf Red Lotus can accumulate nine hundred years of Dao, meaning it was close to accumulating two thousand seven hundred years.

Ye Changqing and Ge Luoying exchanged glances; they did not know much about this spirit plant and couldn’t understand why everyone was so excited.

Ge Luoying transmitted sound:

"Granduncle, why are the martial uncles so pleased?"

Ge Ying briefly described the Cyan Leaf Red Lotus, leading to a visible change in Ge Luoying’s complexion.

Han Yan stared unblinkingly at the Cyan Leaf Red Lotus and asked:

"Junior Brother Ji, when did the lotus wither?"

"About four years ago. I remember discovering the wilting lotus after I reached the Ninth-Layer Foundation Establishment."

Han Yan quickly calculated in her mind, then smiled dreamily:

"Now that Junior Brother is cultivating the Chao Origin Stage planting techniques, maybe it’ll only take over two hundred years to mature the Treasure Lotus."

Two hundred years later, the orthodox Chao Origin Stage cultivators in the sect would either advance to Golden Core Stage or fade away.

By then, she would be over three hundred years old, undoubtedly among the most senior cultivators in the sect.

Heavenly Spirit Fire is highly beneficial for both Alchemists and Artifact Refiners, but the Cyan Lotus Heart-Burning Fire is more suitable for Alchemists.

There is a very high chance of receiving a quota to absorb the Cyan Lotus Heart-Burning Fire.

Definitely won’t take over two hundred years... Ji An rubbed his chin, his gaze fixed deeply on the lotus seedpod.

The patterns on the lotus seedpod flowed quietly, like rising flames.

Ge Ying felt the Fire Element Spiritual Energy growing stronger, the Immortal Vein began transmitting burning sensations, and she said:

"I’m a bit uncomfortable; I’ll wait for you outside first."

Ji An returned to his senses, "We’ve seen the spirit plant; let’s go together."

He opened the Dharma Prohibition, and they all flew out of the Lava Pool.

Han Yan was the last to leave. She turned back to look at the cave entrance with deep affection.

She resolved to cultivate even more diligently and continuously improve her alchemy techniques, ensuring greater chances of securing a quota in the future.

...

The flying ship headed west around Red Flame Peak. The setting sun was orange-red and round, the gold-red mist at the mountain top had settled in a special tranquil atmosphere.

Jia Yu pointed downward and said:

"Growing Iron Birch Wood here seems careless; it should be replaced with more valuable Spirit Wood."

Ji An replied with a smile:

"This side is on the shady side of the mountain; planting other spirit plants may affect their growth.

The southern area planted with Purple Sun Wood and Profound Yang Wood can be swapped with other tree species, but Red Flame Peak is the sect’s primary Spiritual Charcoal production site. We can’t change it lightly."

Both Qi Refining Stage Elixir and a considerable portion of Foundation Establishment Stage Pill require Spiritual Charcoal.

Without finding a better alternative in the sect, he can’t change the tree species either.

Enjoying the sect’s benefits—this is the responsibility.

The sect hadn’t found someone like him as a quality "supplier" before and won’t find them later either.

As they flew over the Iron Birch forest, the group witnessed a sea of silver and golden floating islands, carried by the evening breeze exuding light metallic chimes.

Ji An pointed ahead with a profound sense of purpose:

"The silver-leafed ones are Copper Patterned Mulberry, 195 Tier Two Lower Grade Spiritual Mulberry trees and 7 Middle Grade Spiritual Mulberry trees.

I heard from Wu Yan at the Beast Taming Hall’s sub-palace that two percent of the sect’s high-tier Golden Silk Worms are nourished here."

"The glimmering area grows Profound Leaf Sword Bamboo, 158 Tier Two Lower Grade Spiritual Bamboo trees and 8 Middle Grade Sword Bamboo trees.

Though not yet comparable to the sect’s medicinal garden, it holds the potential for future surpassing."

The one responsible for medicinal garden’s Profound Leaf Sword Bamboo cultivation is Lin Mao, at late-stage Foundation Establishment, who has mastered Thick Earth Returning Origin Spell to perfection.

Furthermore, the Sword Bamboo is planted in Tier Two Upper Grade Spirit Fields, possessing an unmatched advantage.

Currently, Red Flame Peak’s Spirit Fields have been upgraded to Tier Two Middle Grade, with his Perfection-Level Yellow Dragon Essence Enhancement Skill, bridging the gap in the Spirit Field’s grade is no problem.

Jia Yu took a sip from his gourd, chuckling:

"I often hear Senior Brother Zhuu saying that after the sect planted Profound Leaf Sword Bamboo, it significantly accelerated nurturing Gold Element Spiritual Artifacts’ spiritual nature, making the crafted flying sword-class magical artifacts even more popular among disciples.

Our development is less constrained by Luofeng Valley now."

Previously, the sect had to purchase a large number of spiritual resources every year from Luofeng Valley; now, the variety and quantity of the resource gap have reduced—this is a promising sign.

Ye Changqing nodded in agreement, "The number of high-tier Spirit Farmers in the sect already restricts the development of the Artifact Refining Hall and Beast Taming Hall. I heard from the Hall Master that the sect plans next to establish a dedicated hall to train Spirit Farmers."

Jia Yu nodded and looked at Ji An, smiling mysteriously:

"The ancestor has already approved, planning to establish an Agricultural Hall, equating its status with Pill Cauldron Hall.

Preparations are underway; once clear direction forms, Spirit Farmers will independently be separated from each hall."

Ji An was taken aback—this was a sign of work coming.

If the sect establishes such a hall, he will undoubtedly have to assume a position there.

Even if not as Hall Master, he would hold a Vice Hall Master title.

No choice—the only Chao Origin Stage Spirit Farmer can’t stay out of the Agricultural Hall.

He grinned, hoping future trivial matters wouldn’t accumulate too much.

A clear cry resounded from above as the Golden Feathered Eagle swooped down, circling the flying ship.

The beast’s crest feathers stood upright, glossed faintly by the setting sun.

Ji An stretched his hand out of the flying ship, stroking the feathers on its neck, which made the Golden Feathered Eagle chirp in comfort before soaring into the high sky.

Han Yan’s lips curled slightly, saying:

"The Golden Feathered Eagle is indeed the most popular flying tamed beast in the sect.

I raised one as well; back then, to obtain an egg, I made Senior Sister He refine over a dozen batches of pills."

...

The flying shuttle returned to the Cold Pool, with Jia Yu shaking the gourd, showing a regretful expression:

"The Spirit Wine is running low."

"I’ll add some for Senior Brother."

Ji An didn’t dare to say fill completely; who knew how large the capacity of the other’s wine gourd is!

"No need to be shy," Jia Yu naturally handed over the gourd.

"Fellow Daoist Ye, pass your wine gourd to me as well."

Ji An said; he wouldn’t favor one over another.

Ye Changqing joyfully handed over the gourd, laughing:

"I’m very straightforward; I won’t say ’sorry’ or such niceties."

Jia Yu jokingly scolded:

"You old leaf! Defying heavens, you actually mock your Martial Uncle."

The group chuckled, the air full of joyous atmosphere.

Ji An handed the gourds to Wei Songtao, transmitting sound:

"Fill two hundred catties of Tier Two Lower Grade Pine Nut Wine each, then add two small jars of Tier Two Middle Grade Spirit Wine."

Wei Songtao respectfully took the gourd, hurried toward the warehouse.

Ji An transmitted sound again:

"Cuihua, go to the orchard and gather thirty Dragon Blood Fruits, packing them in gift boxes with four pieces in two boxes, the others with two pieces each."

Gift boxes with four fruits are for Master and Senior Brother Ye, while others and two Chao Origin Stage cultivators receive the boxes with two fruits.

Zhang Cuihua slightly curtsied and walked toward the orchard.