I will teach you how to cultivate immortality

Chapter 113 Biology of the Mythical World (55)

"I have no idea……"

With his eyes wide open in confusion, Xiao Yue remained silent for a long time before answering softly.

In an era where illiteracy is the norm, Li Boyang's thoughts and remarks were far ahead of their time.

Even Xiao Yue, who had spent some time with Li Boyang, found it difficult to fully understand the meaning behind his words.

"Never mind, there has never been a perfect system in this world."

"The 'common monarchy' system has been implemented in your country for so many years, so it must be in line with your national conditions."

"What I just said was purely out of personal curiosity."

Seeing this, Li Boyang also changed the subject.

After all, throughout Earth's history, the question of what kind of system is the most suitable and perfect system for humanity has always been a matter of much debate.

In the humanities, the answer to this question is essentially equivalent to the "unified theory" pursued by science students.

"Speaking of which, your current situation is somewhat similar to that of these bamboos."

“I just used a slightly gentler method, allowing these talismans to grow naturally on these bamboos.”

"And the meridians in your body were forcibly fixed into the form of 'talismans,' which is why you have all sorts of powers that surpass those of ordinary people."

Seeing that the topic had turned to him, Xiao Yue immediately forgot about the previous discussion.

"So those wild boars were in the state of these 'curses' after they were activated?"

"But those wild boars I saw were missing arms or legs, so they can't be compared to the curse on me, right?"

With a competitive spirit that even Xiao Yue himself couldn't quite put his finger on, he asked somewhat uncertainly.

"Their initial goals were different, so how can they be compared?"

He rolled his eyes quickly, and then calmly explained.

"My initial intention in cultivating these 'bamboo talismans' was simply to save some materials and effort, and to popularize the 'tooth pig' farming tool."

“Otherwise, I could simply make ‘witchcraft artifacts’ by hand, just like your witches do.”

"Just think about it, all you have to do is plant these bamboos..."

"In a month, you'll be able to harvest a 'toothed pig' that can automatically till the land and cultivate crops. Isn't that a good thing?"

"Even if these 'toothed pigs' can only be used as disposable tools, the time and effort required is only about one month before the start of spring each year."

At this point, Li Boyang couldn't help but sigh.

"Unfortunately, I overestimated my abilities and underestimated the destructive power of these 'toothed pigs'."

"Most of the 'talismans' that grow through planting are incomplete, and very few can be used directly."

"Moreover, these 'toothed pigs' are far from being as docile as I imagined, and are simply not suitable as tools for plowing."

Aside from the difference in material, Xi Luo's [Dang Kang's Fang] also contains the spirit of Dang Kang, who was tamed by the Huaijiang witch.

This is the fundamental reason why [Dang Kang's Fang] is so docile.

In contrast, the "toothed pigs" cultivated by Li Boyang were nothing more than a collection of crudely made talismans in every respect.

"Your idea...is truly brilliant..."

After thinking for a long time, Xiao Yue still couldn't think of a way to describe Li Boyang's actions, and could only come up with this sentence.

This is the kind of approach that doesn't strive to be the strongest or the best.

Instead, the idea of ​​how to achieve automation and popularize it was completely beyond the comprehension of the natives of this era.

Especially for those capable sorcerers, isn't creating a unique artifact that can never be replicated their lifelong dream?
"You came to see me, not to discuss these things, right?" Li Boyang casually stuffed the bamboo section into his pocket, first straightening his red leather coat, before turning his gaze to Xiao Yue.

"So you're here for that fox after all?"

Faced with Li Boyang's question, Xiao Yue hesitated for a moment before nodding in response.

"Yes, the longer that fox stays in one place, the more creatures it bewitches and controls, and the greater the destruction it causes."

"If you want to stop that fox, you have to let me leave here first."

Li Boyang merely raised an eyebrow slightly, without pressing Xiao Yue for details about where he got the confidence to find and stop the fox.

"First of all, you must understand one thing: you are just a prisoner."

"Secondly, this is the Hundred Mountains, not your Central Plains Great Xia..."

"You and that fox are both unwelcome outsiders."

"Last and most importantly, you don't have the power to stop that fox."

Li Boyang was not threatening or intimidating Xiao Yue; he was simply stating a fact.

“I told you before that I could make you stronger, and I wasn’t just making empty promises.”

"Your bones have just fully healed, which is perfect for you to enter the second stage of treatment."

"However, this second phase of intensive treatment may be somewhat painful for you, it depends on whether you are willing to accept it."

Li Boyang paused again at this point.

"Of course, I don't deny that I'm very interested in your 'battle-hardened body'..."

"If we can fully tap into the potential of this 'battle-hardened body,' it would be a very interesting research direction for me."

For some reason, Xiao Yue felt as if he could detect a chilling fanaticism in Li Boyang's words.

"If I am willing to accept treatment, what are your plans for treating me?"

Without realizing it, he used an honorific title, and Xiao Yue felt the hairs on his body stand on end.

Have you heard of forced colonization and artificial bodies?

"It's okay if you haven't heard of it, you can at least understand the concept of 'prosthetic limb', right?"

"Your skin has amazing strength, and your muscles contain terrifying power, but your bones are relatively fragile."

"This is because your sorcerers can modify your skin and flesh, but they cannot reach the deeper meridians and bones."

“But I have a way to modify your meridians and bones, which can make up for your shortcomings…”

The ominous feeling in his heart materialized, and Xiao Yue asked in a low voice, his voice trembling slightly.

"You... want to replace all the bones in my body?"

Li Boyang glanced at Xiao Yue with some surprise, but his tone made Xiao Yue realize the danger once again.

"how is this possible?"

"That's too troublesome, and I can't handle the body's rejection reaction for the time being."

"In comparison, strengthening bones little by little through surgery, supplements, and Qi cultivation is a relatively safer approach."

With trembling hands, Xiao Yue opened his mouth and keenly caught some of the subtext in Li Boyang's words.

"You mean...you also know some relatively unsafe shortcuts?"

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