Cultivation Starts with Rejuvenation

It’s said that attempting Core Formation without a Core Formation Spirit Treasure has a ninety-nine percent chance of failure. Even reaching Foundation Establishment Perfection might be extremely difficult.

Instead of struggling so hard, why not relax and enjoy this life?

Or, if Fan’Er truly has the ambition for the Great Dao, he should recognize reality and perhaps follow in his father’s footsteps.

Accumulate more, and with your current connections with the Upper Sect, seek benefits for the next generation, paving the way for them.

If the next generation could have Upper Grade Spirit Roots and the support of a Sect, perhaps they would have a chance at Core Formation.” After some pondering, Yan Qingwan advised sincerely.

Words like these would only be spoken by a close elder like her; others would certainly just flatter outwardly no matter how much they agree inwardly.

And in her opinion, Li Ji’an’s achievements in this life have far exceeded expectations, counting as a success.

With over two hundred years left, he can live freely and without worry.

Li Ji’an nodded slightly, understanding her good intentions, but did not explain anything further.

That night, Li Ji’an shared some of his understanding and insights on the Alchemy Dao over the years with Yan Qingwan.

However, it was apparent that Yan Qingwan had reached her limit in comprehending the Alchemy Dao.

Without ample Second Tier Spirit Medicine to practice and distracted by clan duties, Yan Qingwan rarely performed alchemy since she trained a few apprentices with alchemy talent.

When she occasionally practiced alchemy, it was just a way to relieve stress.

And her intention to delve into Alchemy Skill with Li Ji’an tonight was merely for remembrance and nostalgia.

The next day, Yan Qingwan, being busy, couldn’t accompany Li Ji’an all the while.

Li Ji’an then concealed his aura, leisurely strolling within the clan.

When he approached the outside of Zhang Tiezhu’s residence, he happened to hear joyful laughter inside.

Zhang Tiezhu was now living with three generations under one roof.

His eldest son, Yan Jue, had advanced to the Late Qi Cultivation stage during the early Desert campaign, and has since held a responsible position within the clan. Nowadays, as the Yan Family prospers overall, his life is quite satisfactory.

”Ruofan, your Grandpa Li gave this to your father, who in turn gave it to you. You must cherish it well.” Listening to Zhang Tiezhu advising his eldest grandson Yan Ruofan, Li Ji’an’s Divine Sense swept over the familiar object.

It was a Qi Nourishing Jade Token!

That was something he heard about and bought with a Spirit Stone for Yan Jue when he returned to the United Marketplace with Yan Qingwan in his past life, after hearing that Zhang Tiezhu had a son.

”You little scoundrel, if you lose this Jade Token, I’ll beat you to death! This came from today’s Upper Sect Honored Guest Elder, Foundation Establishment Stage Alchemist Li’s father!” Unlike Zhang Tiezhu’s gentler approach, Yan Jue issued a direct threat.

Standing outside the courtyard, Li Ji’an couldn’t help but smile.

After the conversation shifted inside, Li Ji’an knocked and entered.

”Uncle Zhang, Brother Jue, please be seated.”

Zhang Tiezhu, originally from the Immortal Dynasty, could accept Li Ji’an’s change in status; however, Yan Jue, like Yan Qing, wasn’t comfortable accepting it.

Seeing his discomfort, Li Ji’an felt discomfort as well. After briefly inquiring about the Red Stone Wanderer from Zhang Tiezhu, he called the four or five-year-old Yan Ruofan over.

Silently using Wood Magic Power, he nourished the Qi Nourishing Token, then infused it with a sliver of Spirit Flame, enhancing its Qi Nourishing ability while adding a layer of protective effect.

On parting, he used Wood Magic Power to treat some of Zhang Tiezhu’s hidden injuries.

”Amnesia?” After saying farewell to Zhang Tiezhu, Li Ji’an returned to the Core Dao Field, raising an eyebrow slightly.

According to Zhang Tiezhu, the Red Stone Wanderer claimed to have amnesia, unable to recall anything from the past.

”I wonder if he remembers the five Second Tier Breaking Ban Talismans I owe him?” Li Ji’an found it hard to believe; it’s not easy for a Foundation Establishment Stage cultivator to have amnesia.

Fortunately, Zhang Tiezhu claimed to now have a good relationship with the Red Stone Wanderer, and they even exchanged Communication Talismans, agreeing to meet after Yan Qingwan’s birthday celebration.

A few days later, Yan Qingwan’s centennial birthday banquet took place.

Li Ji’an and Xiaoqiao were seated in the place of honor.

It was also this day that Li Ji’an first saw the Yan Family’s rising star, Foundation Establishment Yan Xiao.

”Junior Yan Xiao greets Alchemist Li.”

Yan Xiao, a great-grandson of Yan Kongyi’s, was only a little over ten years younger than Li Ji’an in this world. Tall, dark-skinned, exuding an aura of malice, with piercing eyes.

Even while greeting Li Ji’an, his emotions did not fluctuate much.

”Fellow Daoist Yan, there’s no need to be formal. Please, have a seat,” Li Ji’an replied with a smile and a nod.

During the subsequent Spirit Banquet, the Foundation Establishment Ancestors from the three other Desert families frequently offered toasts to Li Ji’an, aiming to build a good relationship.

However, Yan Xiao remained relatively detached, treating not only Li Ji’an but others similarly.

After congratulating Yan Qingwan, he excused himself to Li Ji’an and left early.

Having been stationed at the Spirit Vein Clan Land of the Qingshui River Li Family, Yan Xiao was caught up by an elder Foundation Establishment Ancestor of the Yan Family upon leaving the clan territory.

”Yan Xiao, I urged you repeatedly, why do you still behave this way?” The elder had a displeased look.

Yan Xiao responded earnestly, ”Elder, I’ve done what was required. As per your instructions, I paid my respects. Do you expect me to kneel?”

”Alas, why don’t you understand? You know when you established your Foundation...” The elder was somewhat exasperated.

Yan Xiao directly interrupted, ”Elder, please stop with such words. That Foundation Establishment Pill was acquired through Spirit Stone trades, even at a premium, which makes it merely a transaction.

Moreover, without the Yan Family’s refuge back then, how could he have nurtured a Middle Grade Spirit Root?

Had it not been for our Yan Family’s passing down of the Alchemy Inheritance, how could he achieve his current accomplishments in Alchemy Dao?”

In this life, after Li Ji’an returned from the Biyun Sect trials, indeed, many within the Yan Clan were dissatisfied with Yan Zongsheng’s decision at that time.