A leisurely life in the world of cultivation

Chapter 219 Miserable!
Given the vastness of the spirit world, its population in the hundreds of millions, and the aid of profound cultivation methods, could science emerge from it?
Li Weizhou believes that it will not.

Even though he presented many industrial products, he still believed it wouldn't work.

Because science is systematic, it is based on mathematics and then develops into various fields such as physics and chemistry.

The invention and widespread use of various scientific tools, including computing tools, are the foundation upon which science can develop.

These are two completely different approaches.

When people in the spirit world encounter difficulties, they generally don't think about developing a tool to solve them. They only believe that their own cultivation is insufficient and their spiritual power is not deep enough.

Therefore, they continuously cultivate themselves, bringing the power of heaven and earth into their own bodies.

Although they also refine some magical treasures and artifacts, they ultimately believe that Taoist practices are fundamental.

Are spiritual power and magical artifacts useful?

it works.

However, for humanity as a whole, this approach is unlikely to give rise to scientific civilization.

Even if they achieve something, they would never publish their findings in a paper to inform the world, unlike humans on Earth who accumulate knowledge in basic disciplines such as mathematics, physics, and chemistry from generation to generation to form a verifiable and iterative theoretical system.

The closest ones are probably the arithmetic calculators who help the array masters with calculations.

The strategist is also a highly specialized field with extremely high barriers to entry. The fact that there is mutual distrust between the various sects, large and small, is an understatement; in fact, many are hostile to each other.

Because competitors are enemies.

Under such a broad foundation, science has no fertile ground for systematic development.

This ensures that Li Weizhou's business will be an exclusive business for a very, very long time.

Qi Erniang, who had real business experience, said to Li Weizhou, "In the end, we still have to cooperate with the three major merchant alliances?"

Li Weizhou gave her a thumbs up and said with a smile, "That's right. Our purpose in doing business has never been to dominate a region and become a powerful force like the three major merchant alliances. We do business to prepare enough cultivation resources for ourselves and our children. So, having a basic foundation, like the Five Elements Sect, is enough. Once we've earned enough spirit stones in the future, we'll buy five Heavenly-level spirit veins and upgrade our home."

Furthermore, each of our individual supernatural abilities is a spirit-devouring beast. Once we have enough spirit stones, we can continuously upgrade our respective supernatural abilities. Even if innate supernatural abilities cannot kill enemies beyond a higher realm, they at least provide the foundation for a life-or-death battle with anyone within a major realm.

Once the five of us become True Monarchs of the Immortal Realm, hehe, the Spirit Realm will be our backyard!

……

The impact of this battle will not dissipate or subside in just a few days.

On the contrary, after seven days, as various messages spread throughout the Northern Spiritual Domain, the prestige of the Five Elements Sect and its leader, Li Weizhou, grew stronger and stronger.

Relying on the grand formation and borrowing the power of the ancestor, killing several sinful cultivators at the Spirit God Realm with a single sword strike was already quite astonishing.

But how can this compare to a man single-handedly storming into the already fallen Qingshui City with a sword, rescuing numerous righteous cultivators, slaying three sinful cultivators at the Spirit God Realm, and defeating the Immortal Spirit True Monarch?
This is no ordinary achievement; even the most outstanding talents in Zhongzhou would not be able to achieve such a feat.

Hou Haikun was the happiest of all. The market in the Five Elements Sect had been so bustling these past few days that it was almost impossible to keep up with the crowds.

What was originally a small, newly established business in the western part of the Northern Spirit Region has now become famous!

On the eighth day, all traces of the battle had been completely wiped away.

Before dawn, people began to arrive at the mountain gate one after another. There were rogue cultivators carrying sword pouches, couples of cultivators leading children, and some small vendors. They crowded on the not-so-wide mountain road, all heading towards the market.

As the sun rose higher, every alley in the market was packed with people, filled with shouts and laughter, even more lively than during the New Year.

The most bustling area was the toy stalls.

Most of the stall owners were tenants in the rental area, and they were quite shrewd. They used to make a living by hunting in the wilderness, but now they were "supplying" goods to the Five Elements Sect. Their stalls were filled with colorful items. There were snow-white moon rabbits that would jump when you pressed a switch, small flying swords with wings that could flash fluorescent light and would "buzz" and fly when you pressed a button, and soft rag dolls embroidered with spirit bird patterns.

A couple of wandering monks, dressed in rough Taoist robes, were standing in front of the stall with a girl who looked about five or six years old.

They had come here seeking refuge, and today was their last day of free accommodation at the Five Elements Sect. Hearing that the place was bustling, they brought their children to take a look.

The little girl stared at the moving rabbit, her eyes shining brightly, her little hands clutching her mother's clothes, but she dared not speak.

They have to be careful with even the rice they eat, let alone buy toys for their children.

"How much...how much is this moon rabbit?"

After hesitating for a long time, the mother still asked in a low voice.

The stall owner smiled and waved his hand, saying, "This little trinket isn't expensive! It's just a low-grade spirit stone!"

The couple were stunned, thinking they had misheard.

The spirit realm isn't without toys, but even the cheapest spirit wood sword costs three low-grade spirit stones, while this moving rabbit only costs one?
After confirming that everything was correct, a smile immediately appeared on the mother's face. She quickly took out a spirit stone and handed it over.

After receiving the moon rabbit, the little girl was no longer shy. Following the vendor's suggestion, she pressed a switch, and the moon rabbit bounced up and down, making a "chirp" sound. The child burst out laughing and ran through the crowd, hugging the rabbit, so happy.

The couple of independent practitioners followed behind, their hearts filled with mixed emotions.

The stall owner was a kind man, and pointed out the way: "The Five Elements Academy of the Five Elements Sect, in addition to self-enrollment, also recruits talented young girls. The academy does not charge tuition fees, and I heard that those who study well will receive rewards."

The male homeowner smiled wryly, "My wife and I are just ordinary people, and Qin'er..."

The stall owner scoffed, "Go ahead and get tested, it won't cost you any spirit stones. Besides, besides cultivation aptitude, there's also array formation aptitude, calculation aptitude, and talisman aptitude. If you're proficient in any one of these arts, you have a chance. Joining the Five Elements Sect is like a fish leaping over the dragon gate. I don't have a daughter, but if I did, I'd definitely stay here. See? These past few days, even cultivators from tens of thousands of miles away have brought their families. Tell me, how many times in a lifetime can a lowly cultivator like us have a chance to change our fate? You, as the father, have to seize it!" Upon hearing this, the couple bowed deeply in gratitude.

The stall owner, having done a good deed, was in a good mood. His gaze fell on a clothing stall not far away, where a crowd of female cultivators had gathered.

Amazing! The Five Elements Sect really put their heart into making all kinds of high-level robes so lifelike that, apart from lacking spiritual power, there was really no difference between them.

Various brightly colored and dazzling "spirit stones" adorn the majestic and magical scene.

Seeing the customers in front of the stall following his gaze, he smiled and struck up a conversation with them: "See? These clothes are absolutely exquisite! Look at that pink and white one, with silver moon patterns embroidered on the collar and ribbons hanging down to the waist. When the wind blows, it looks like it's carrying the glow of the sunset. Isn't it just like the 'Moon Soul Light Silk Skirt' from Danxian Pavilion? And that black short shirt, with round buttons on the shoulder armor that resemble ink spirit stones, has a crisp cut, and even the folds on the cuffs are exactly the same as the 'Xuanlei Armor' worn by the disciples of Xuanlei Sword Sect! Hehehe, I wonder what the people of Xuanlei Sword Sect will think when they see it."

A female cultivator nearby was intrigued and squeezed to the front of the clothing stall. She picked up a sky-blue robe, ran her fingertips along the fabric, and exclaimed in surprise, "Isn't this the 'Azure Clouds Robe' of the Qingping Sect?"

The stall owner immediately chimed in, “No, no, no! It’s just similar, nothing more. Look, there are still differences in the clouds. This fairy, if you ask me, this suits you perfectly. Look, this one with cloud patterns, the subtle embroidery is so similar to the ‘Cloud Pattern Elegant Robe’! Although it doesn’t have the energy-gathering effect of a real robe, it’s still quite respectable to wear! Real robes are so expensive, even with spirit stones, they’re hard to buy. A proper ‘Azure Cloud Flowing Robe’ costs at least five hundred mid-grade spirit stones, and the ‘Cloud Pattern Elegant Robe’ is barely eight hundred. How can ordinary cultivators like us afford that? Look at this, it’s only five low-grade spirit stones. You can wear it out and just buy a new one without feeling bad!”

The female cultivator nodded repeatedly, agreeing completely!

Although it doesn't contain any spiritual energy, it's not only beautiful, but most importantly, it's cheap!!

The female cultivator haggled for a long time, thoroughly enjoying herself, and finally bought seven or eight items.

Being rich feels so good!

The female cultivators around them also joined in, some wanting battle skirts in the style of the "Crimson Flame Burning Heaven Robe" from the Fire Spirit Cave, and others wanting light blue jackets in the style of the "Water Cloud Soft Silk Robe" from the Central Plains Flowing Cloud Sect. The stall owner was busy and flustered, but his face was beaming with joy.

This deal was so satisfying!
Li Weizhou led Zhou Yueniang and the others to watch the spectacle. The women laughed uncontrollably, and Feng Biwu even said, "I reckon that some sects will definitely come knocking on our door in the future."

Li Weizhou chuckled, "The details are still different. Besides, these clothes are either top-tier robes or robes for elite disciples. These sold here are obviously fake. It's fine to show respect. Su Wan can collect some pictures of divine artifacts later and sell even higher-level ones!"

Several women laughed heartily, enjoying his irreverent nature.

Just as they were chatting and laughing, Lan Gu suddenly came over, her face solemn, and said, "Sect Leader, people from the Xuanlei Sword Sect have arrived, and they are wearing mourning clothes! The person who came is an old friend of the Sect Leader from the lower realm whom we met last time."

Li Weizhou raised an eyebrow slightly upon hearing this, but he wasn't too surprised.

Qi Zhenkun, that kid, seems to have some luck; he won't die so young.

As for those who came to report the death...

He knew it was only a matter of time.

Seven days is enough time for the news to travel thousands of miles.

With two powerful Immortal Spirit Realm criminal clans launching a sneak attack and the True Monarch of the Xuanlei Sword Sect being transferred away, it's easy to imagine that the Xuanlei Sword Sect will suffer heavy casualties.

Li Weizhou laughed with Zhou Yueniang and the others, "Those old ghosts originally planned to use my Five Elements Sect as bait, waiting for the Sin Clan True Monarch to attack us, and then attack after being weakened by my Five Elements Grand Formation. Unexpectedly, the Sin Clan resented the Xuan Lei Sword Sect for slaughtering innocents, so they used the Five Elements Sect as a decoy, and instead gathered two True Monarch Venerables and several Spirit God Realm True Person experts to launch a surprise attack on the Xuan Lei Sword Sect. If such a force had truly fallen on my Five Elements Sect, the Five Elements Grand Formation would probably have been half destroyed. The Xuan Lei Sword Sect was caught off guard, and the casualties were unimaginable."

Feng Biwu sneered, "In these people's eyes, my Five Elements Sect is only worth as bait. Even if we all die, as long as we can catch the Sin Clan Immortals, that's fine. For us few, death is better than life. The Six Sects think so, and the Xuan Tian Pavilion thinks so too. Hmph!"

Li Weizhou laughed and said, "This only shows that their interests have been suppressed by us, and the further it goes, the more they will be suppressed. The Seven Sects Martial Arts Tournament is not long away, and they are not confident that they can push us to the Demon Suppression Cave again. The Xuan Tian Pavilion is even easier to understand; just look at its prosperity. Of course, understanding is one thing, keeping accounts is another."

Qi Erniang asked in bewilderment, "Why would the Sin Clan send three powerful Spirit Gods to destroy Qingshui City?"

As Li Weizhou walked, he laughed and said, "Do you think the identities of so many sinners who can't cultivate were exposed? Xuan Tian Pavilion played a big role in it, selling the information to Xuan Lei Sword Sect. By the way, Yue Niang is coming with me to the Xuan Lei Sword Sect to pay our respects this time."

The group was slightly startled upon hearing this. Situ Qingyue frowned slightly and said, "The Sin Clan has lost two Venerables at once. It's hard to guarantee they won't lose their minds and ambush you halfway. You have spatial abilities, so you're safe. Although Yue Niang's golden body is strong, it may not be able to withstand attacks from a Spirit God Realm expert."

Li Weizhou laughed and said, "My spatial magic has improved again, and I can now protect one person. From now on, I can take you out for a stroll in turn."

The women were immediately delighted, even the usually aloof Feng Biwu smiled and said, "I thought you had to cultivate to the Immortal Spirit Realm before you could go out."

Li Weizhou said happily, "We originally had this plan. We are few in number, but our business is growing bigger and bigger. As a result, more and more people will be eyeing us, and their strength will become stronger and stronger. Right now, it's just the Northern Spirit Region, but in the future, there will definitely be experts from the Central Region as well. Not to mention you, even I, who usually don't go out unless necessary, should go out more often now. We can't let the years and scenery go to waste."

Zhou Yueniang laughed and said, "Anyway, it's all your fault. But husband, the Xuanlei Sword Sect is in such a bad state, should we just treat it as a sightseeing trip? Although they may be secretly gloating, at least on the surface, they are still sending people to help."

Li Weizhou chuckled and said, "It's nothing, it's just putting on an act with them. I'll go see Ah Kun first, and we'll set off tomorrow."

……

Seeing Qi Zhenkun's gloomy expression after losing his left arm, Li Weizhou didn't know what to say for a moment.

All I could say was, "Fatty, perhaps it's your destiny to be a one-armed hero."

In that kind of battle, even half-step Immortal Spirit Realm experts perished, and countless Spirit God Realm and Spirit Origin Realm experts were killed or injured. It was truly remarkable that Qi Zhenkun, a mere shrimp at the fourth level of Spiritual Movement, was able to survive.

In accordance with the rules, an elder should be sent to announce a death in person.

Now they've only sent a nobody, and even though this nobody has a past relationship with Li Weizhou, it still shows how terrible the casualties of the Xuanlei Sword Sect have been.

Hearing Li Weizhou's teasing, Qi Zhenkun gave a bitter laugh, his expression a mixture of laughter and tears, still tinged with fear. He said, "Brother Li, you don't know how terrifying that day was. Two True Monarch Venerables attacked together, along with more than twenty Spirit God Realm experts and hundreds of Spirit Origin Realm experts... The Xuanlei Sword Sect! So many grandmasters, uncles, and so many talented disciples were slaughtered at will. I could only watch helplessly as my fellow disciples were beaten to death with bone staffs and then drained of their blood and essence by those beasts. I survived only because of the protection of the sect elders, who allowed me to hide in a broken formation. Plus, my strength was too weak, and my aura was concealed by other blood and energy..."

After a moment of silence, Li Weizhou asked, "How many people are left in the Xuanlei Sword Sect?"

Qi Zhenkun: "..."

He's already in such a terrible state, and instead of offering him some precious medicine to comfort him, this bastard immediately asks for confidential information.

Do you think he hasn't suffered enough?!
……

(End of this chapter)