Rising from Small Cloud Rain Technique

Chapter 211: Chapter 205: Bloodline Harmonization (2)

“It really was me who cultivated them.”

Ji An recounted the battle at Mingfeng Mountain from years ago.

“That’s how it went. I felt that this gourd magical artifact was very effective against large groups of weak targets, which is why I asked Senior Brother Zhong Yue for a few seeds.

Then I experimented with planting them at Red Flame Peak, and surprisingly, growing top-grade gourds wasn’t as difficult as I imagined.”

He valued the Purple Fire Gourd because it consumed very little magical power when activated, due to the work being done at ordinary times.

Zhang Yuanshan grimaced, shaking his head in silent admiration.

Not that difficult? Why were the top-grade Purple Fire Gourds the sect produced in recent years so rare? It seemed only one or two would appear every few years.

Zhao Mengyao accepted the gourd from his hand, smiling as she said:

“I didn’t expect there to be so many hidden treasures in Red Flame Peak; I’ll take the magical artifact.”

Ji An took out a blank jade slip, copied the manipulation technique into it, and passed it to her with a pinch of the spell.

Zhao Mengyao pressed the jade slip to her forehead, familiarized herself with the technique, and then practiced it a bit.

Seeing the blue flame and feeling the scorching temperature, she was increasingly satisfied.

She cheerfully took out twenty middle-grade spirit stones, speaking in a soft, gentle voice:

“I really like the gift, thank you so much, Senior Brother.”

She also took out a few red jade bottles, saying:

“In the end, I gained the upper hand. These few bottles of Fire Element Demon Beast Essence Blood are a small token of compensation for Senior Brother.”

The gourd was already filled with flame, saving a lot of effort.

He said the flame was nurtured for three years, which should not be an exaggeration. The color of the flame verified this claim.

If she only paid twenty spirit stones, it would seem rather rude.

“Thank you, Junior Sister. I’ll accept them.”

Ji An didn’t decline and accepted the gifts generously.

Zhang Yuanshan pondered:

“Senior Brother, could you sell me some top-grade gourds? I want to learn how to refine such magical artifacts.”

Purple Fire Gourds are considered a type of spatial magical artifact, and he wanted to practice how to refine spatial prohibitions into the materials.

“No problem, but you’ll have to wait until next year. This year, all the gourds at Red Flame Peak have been reserved by Senior Brother Zhao Lei. Are you planning on venturing into the Purple Fire Gourd business as well?”

Ji An asked, as he and Zhao Lei only had a verbal agreement and hadn’t signed any contract.

Once the Purple Fire Gourds were cultivated, he could sell them to whoever he wished.

This could pose a risk, as if he suddenly reduced his supplies drastically, it might cause resentment.

Of course, that would depend on Zhao Lei’s temperament.

“That’s my intention. Would it inconvenience you?”

Zhang Yuanshan spoke softly. He understood that this move would directly create competition with Zhao Lei, possibly affecting their relationship, but there was no rule that said a business could only be run by one person.

“Not at all. I’ll inform Senior Brother Zhao when he comes to collect materials this year.”

Ji An held the supply rights and didn’t have to regard others’ expressions.

“How much longer until your gourds mature?”

“Probably another seven to eight months or so.”

Zhang Yuanshan nodded slightly, knowing that in half a year he would return to the sect and then he would visit Senior Brother Zhao Lei to make his acquaintance.

Both being cultivators from the Artifact Refining Hall, they should not let competition strain their relationship.

…

Early morning, around 7:00 AM.

The morning glow was magnificent, as if reflecting the mountains and sea in the sky.

Golden mountains and gray seas blended into one.

At the Spirit Ship docking platform, Wei Songnian cupped his hands:

“Take care, Senior Brother.

If there’s anything you need to do but it’s inconvenient for you to come, you can send someone with a letter; don’t hesitate.”

The breeze blew softly, ruffling his robe sleeves.

Ji An patted his shoulder, smiling as he said:

“Thank you for seeing me off, Junior Brother. If I need help, I’ll make sure to let you know.

If you come across odd seeds, spend some extra to purchase them.”

Every few months, Mingfeng Mountain held an auction, presenting a greater chance to acquire rare seeds.

“Even if you didn’t mention it, I’ve been constantly collecting such things.”

Wei Songnian replied, noting that it was by chance he acquired the Soul Nourishing Wood.

“I always trust you with tasks, Junior Brother.”

Ji An infused his magical power, walking slowly through the void, stepping aboard the Spirit Ship and waving:

“Please, head back now.”

After a while, the Spirit Ship raised a transparent magical power barrier and then slowly ascended, turning eastward and speeding away.

…

Three days later, the Spirit Ship landed at Luoxia Mountain of the sect, and Ji An piloted the flying shuttle towards Cui Bamboo Peak.

He released the bear cub from the storage bag, and the little creature happily scampered around on the flying shuttle.

The flying shuttle landed at the Beast Taming Hall, and Ji An quickly walked in, addressing the disciple on duty:

“I wish to see Senior Sister Li Minghui; is she here now?”

“The Hall Master is in the back hall. May I ask where Junior Martial Uncle is cultivating so I can announce it?”

“Red Flame Peak, Ji An.”

“Please wait a moment.”

The disciple went to announce and quickly returned, inviting Ji An to the back hall.

Upon entering, Ji An walked forward and respectfully cupped his hands:

“Greetings, Senior Sister. I have come today seeking advice.”

Li Minghui returned the salute and said:

“Please, take a seat and tell me. Everything I know, I will definitely share without reservation.”

She was just wondering why the other had spare time to come here, but it turned out there was a purpose.

Ji An presented the bear cub, handing it to Senior Sister:

“I happened to obtain a Rock Armor Bear from Mingfeng Mountain, but it possesses both Earth and Fire elemental attributes. I’m worried that, as it grows, it could affect the purity of its bloodline.

I seek your guidance on whether the sect has any secret techniques for harmonizing bloodlines?”

Li Minghui accepted the cub, sensing its internal condition.

The little bear squirmed uneasily, letting out a whimpering growl.

“Junior Brother, you’re quite lucky to acquire a cub with an Earth Grade Bloodline on a single trip.”

Li Minghui’s eyes flickered with odd light. Although the bloodline had flaws, it was still considered an Earth Grade Bloodline. When had cubs of this level become so easy to acquire?

She returned the cub, glancing up and down at Ji An, then added:

“Such situations are rather common, and there are two solutions.

The first is to focus on cultivating one of the bloodlines. Over time, the other bloodline will gradually be suppressed, its power weakening. Those with conflicting bloodlines often choose this method.

The downside is it takes a long time, and success isn’t guaranteed.

Bloodlines are everything to demon beasts, and even if only the slightest trace of a bloodline manifests, removing it presents numerous challenges.

The upside is it carries little risk, offering a higher chance to preserve the Earth Grade Level Bloodline.”

“The second option is to harmonize the bloodlines.

This cub is aligned with Earth and Fire. By using the power of Fire to nurture the Earth, it can retain its ability to wield Fire Element Techniques while enhancing the prowess of its Earth Element Magic.

The downside is it carries more risk. Simultaneously nurturing both bloodline powers may create a situation where it’s neither one nor the other.

In the end, it might all be in vain, with the bloodline falling from Earth Grade to Top Grade.”

The little bear curiously looked around from Ji An’s arms, completely unaware they were discussing decisions that would determine its future.

Ji An thought for a moment and said:

“I’ll choose the second option.”

While the first option was safer for the cub, Ji An’s purpose for raising spirit beasts was clear – he intended to use them for combat.

Quickly nurturing a spirit beast would require significant resources and future investment would surely be substantial.

He needed a powerful asset, not a side role.

With the help of a Stone Turtle and personal effort, Ji An’s understanding of his cultivation technique grew deeper, and he was becoming increasingly confident about breaking through to the Chao Origin Stage.

He didn’t want to nurture spirit beasts again after breaking through, thus he held high hopes for the bear cub.

“If choosing the second option, Junior Brother may visit the Inheritance Hall to consult the ’Spirit Beast Five Elements Mutual Aid Theory’.

This secret technique is derived from the cultivation techniques of Chao Origin Stage cultivators and is somewhat obscure; Junior Brother should peruse it if possible.

It contains records on configuring medicine pills, allowing you to configure them yourself with the Fire-Earth mutual aid Chapter.

If you require related array maps, Junior Brother can entrust the sect’s array masters to refine them for you.”

Li Minghui advised, and if she faced this choice, she would select the first method as the second option involved more gambling.

However, the spirit beast wasn’t hers, and she had no authority to dictate his decision.

It was understandable for Junior Brother to take a big gamble.