Clan Cultivation: Starting from Foundation Establishment on Mount Luoxia

On this day, Li Xiangping led a team to clear out a place located in the southwest of the rift valley.

When they reached the large nest of the "Rockfire Lizard" hidden in the crypt, they encountered quite fierce resistance.

Deep within the lair dwells a "Rockfire Lizard King" that has reached the pinnacle of Qi cultivation and has one foot in the Foundation Establishment stage.

Deep within its lair is a small, extremely active "branch of the earth fire vein".

During the fierce battle, the lizard king was exceptionally ferocious, igniting the earth's fire and spewing out scorching molten streams, putting considerable pressure on the team.

Li Xiangping took the lead, using his agile movements to dodge the molten flow, his Crimson Flame Blade swirling with layers of flames.

Together with Scar Wolf's sword energy and Iron Bow's cold arrows, they relentlessly entangled the Lizard King.

Finally, after suffering minor injuries to several of his clansmen, Li Xiangping discovered a flaw!

The Crimson Flame Blade, imbued with all of his magical power, unleashed a "Flame Slash" that slashed fiercely into the Lizard King's relatively vulnerable neck, severely injuring him. Scar Wolf then finished him off with a fatal blow.

During the post-war cleanup of the battlefield and exploration of the depths of the underground caves.

On the scorching rock wall near the core of the earth's fire vein, they discovered several strange crystals embedded within it.

The crystal is about the size of an egg, dark gold in color, and seems to contain flowing crimson magma inside.

It was warm to the touch, emanating a pure and domineering fire-attribute spiritual energy, mixed with a heavy, malevolent aura unique to this place.

After carefully examining the object, Xu Laoquan, a wandering cultivator accompanying the group, spoke with a trembling voice:

"This... could this be 'Earthly Flame Flowing Gold'?"

"No, it feels even purer and more violent... somewhat like the 'Molten Gold Essence' described in records!"

"This is a second-grade... at least a lower-grade second-grade, possibly even a mid-grade, fire-attribute rare treasure!"

"A rare treasure of heaven and earth?"

Upon hearing this, Li Xiangping was shocked.

He knew the value of this item.

When a cultivator breaks through to the Foundation Establishment stage, they can use a rare and precious object from heaven and earth that matches their own attributes as a catalyst.

The immortal foundation forged will be far more stable and powerful than that forged using Foundation Establishment Pills, with additional bonuses to both potential and combat strength.

My father and second uncle are the best examples.

He himself has a fire elemental root (pseudo) and mainly cultivates "fire".

If he can properly collect these pieces of "Molten Gold Essence", they will be his top choice for advancing to the Foundation Establishment stage in the future!

He suppressed his excitement and ordered his men to carefully chisel off the crystals along with the surrounding rocks, seal them properly, and strictly forbid anyone present from revealing the matter.

Upon returning to Houtu Jinya, he immediately reported the matter to his father and second uncle.

Li Mutian and Li Xiaoyao personally examined it and confirmed that this "Molten Gold Essence" was indeed a second-grade, lower-middle quality fire-attribute rare treasure.

Although it is not as miraculous as the "Golden Fiery Heart Ore" that Li Xiaoyao used back then, it is still an extremely rare opportunity for Li Xiangping.

"Alright! Xiang Ping, this item is compatible with your attributes, so be sure to keep it safe."

"Once you have completed your Qi cultivation and are ready to attempt the Foundation Establishment stage, you can use it as the main material for forging your Immortal Foundation!"

Li Mutian patted his son on the shoulder with satisfaction.

"With this item in hand, your chances of successfully establishing your foundation in the future will be much greater, and the quality of your immortal foundation will also be promising."

Li Xiaoyao also laughed:

"Not bad, not bad, Xiang Ping's lucky!"

"This 'Molten Gold Essence' is of superior quality. If it is properly nurtured, the immortal foundation it will forge in the future will surely be extraordinary."

"Our Li family might be about to gain another powerful henchman!"

The development of Houtu Jinya can be described as changing rapidly.

Under the protection of the array, the first batch of stigma-resistant crops in the newly cultivated spiritual fields have sprouted and are growing well.

The introduced low-level spirit insects also began to reproduce.

One of the species, the "Devouring Beetle," has a slight effect on purifying the negative energy in local soil, which is why Li Tongya is paying close attention to it.

The cultivation of the family's members has also gotten on track, especially Li Chijing.

With ample resources and Li Xiaoyao's guidance, his cultivation steadily progressed towards the sixth level of Qi Refining.

The "Lesser Yin" magical power cultivated by his "Autumn Lake Reflecting the Moon Technique" is pure and gentle.

This creates a subtle balance and conflict with the turbid and malevolent energy of this place, allowing for faster progress than in a normal environment.

Everything seemed to be moving in the best possible direction.

The family cohesion is unprecedented, resources are gradually increasing, and the growth of the younger generation is promising.

Even the foundation for the future core members has been laid with a better foundation.

However, just as Li Mutian and Li Xiaoyao were discussing whether it was time to try again to make limited contact with the mysterious gatekeeper priest, or to explore further to complete the beacon mission.

An unexpected message, sent through a special communication talisman that maintained contact with the Azure Sky Immortal Sect, suddenly arrived at Thick Earth Golden Cliff.

The communication talisman lit up, but it wasn't the voice of any of the deacons that Li Mutian was familiar with.

Instead, it was a gentle, calm, yet undeniably authoritative voice from a stranger:

"C-749 Expansion Point, Li Family Leader, listen to my command: I am the Inspector of the External Affairs Hall of the Qingxiao Immortal Sect, ordered to inspect the progress of the newly expanded planes under my jurisdiction."

"It is reported that you have been developing this area for some time. We hereby arrange to personally visit your place in sixty days to conduct an on-site inspection and assess the results of your development, resource potential, and family governance."

"We hope you will make proper preparations and report truthfully at the time. Specific details and accompanying personnel will be sent in documents later."

After the message was transmitted, the talisman's light dimmed.

The council chamber was completely silent.

Li Mutian and Li Xiaoyao exchanged a glance, both seeing the seriousness in each other's eyes.

The Immortal Sect's Inspector General has personally come to investigate?

This is by no means a routine inspection.

The Inspector of the Foreign Affairs Office wielded considerable power.

The evaluation results directly relate to the Immortal Sect's resource allocation, policy support, and even... future tribute quotas for this pioneering site!

Is it a blessing or a curse?

"Sixty days..."

Li Xiaoyao stroked his chin, his eyes gleaming.

"Time is neither too tight nor too loose."

"Looks like we need to get ready."

"We need to show this 'leader' from the upper clan the best 'spirit' and 'work results' of our Li family."

Li Mutian nodded slowly and said in a deep voice:

"Notify all core clan members and external cultivators that the clan is now on Level 1 alert status."

"All matters must be clearly sorted out within fifty days, and significant achievements should be highlighted."

"We must also be prepared to explain our shortcomings and difficulties."

"In particular, everything related to the Sanctuary is classified as top secret and must not be leaked to the outside world in the slightest."

"besides."

He looked at Li Xiaoyao.

"Since we're going to showcase our achievements, the discovery of 'Molten Gold Essence'... perhaps we could reveal it appropriately as evidence of this world's resource potential."

"As for the specific details and how to handle things properly, Xiaoyao, you should discuss it with Xiang Ping and Tongya."

The Immortal Sect's gaze finally crossed the distant void.

They officially joined this family that was struggling to survive and quietly taking root in the turbid world.

It is both an opportunity and a test.

The lights on the thick, golden cliffs seemed to burn even brighter and more alarming against the dim sky.