Clan Cultivation: Starting from Foundation Establishment on Mount Luoxia

The flying boat broke through the murky clouds, and the familiar outline of the thick earth and golden cliffs gradually became clear.

Standing at the bow of the boat, Li Xiaoyao looked down at the busy figures and the houses and courtyards that were beginning to take shape, and the fatigue from traveling for days was swept away.

"I'm finally back. It's always been so reassuring to be home."

Li Chijing nodded beside him and said:

"Second Uncle is right. No matter how lively and bustling it is outside, I always feel like I'm missing a sense of belonging."

Li Xiaoyao smiled and patted his shoulder:

"You're not that old, but you have a lot to say. You've seen the world on this trip, what are your thoughts?"

"My nephew thinks..."

Li Chijing paused:

"Our Li family has just gained a foothold in Bing-749. It seems stable, but in reality, our foundation is still shallow."

"The cultivators coming and going at Chuixing Post Station and the vast system of the Immortal Sect all made me realize that we still have a long way to go."

"If you could think of this, then the trip I took with you was worthwhile."

Li Xiaoyao praised, "Cultivation is not just about working behind closed doors to improve one's cultivation level."

"You also need to broaden your horizons and perspective; you need to see more of the world to know how vast the sky is and how thick the earth is."

The airship slowly landed on the platform at the top of the cliff.

Some of the clansmen had already spotted the outline of the flying boat and reported it to them.

When Li Xiaoyao and his companion stepped off the gangway, Li Mutian was already waiting on the platform with Li Changhu, Li Tongya, Li Xiangping, and others.

"Big brother."

Li Xiaoyao stepped down the gangway and approached with a smile.

Li Mutian sized him up, noticing his smooth aura and the faint blue light flickering in his eyes, and a thought struck him:

"It seems this trip was quite fruitful."

"There are indeed some opportunities."

Li Xiaoyao smiled and then looked at his nephews, "Are they all alright?"

"That's fine."

Li Changhu answered on behalf of the brothers, "Second Uncle has had a long and arduous journey."

"Come on, let's go inside and talk."

Li Mutian turned and led the way, saying as they walked, "While you were away, all six new neighbors sent people to greet us."

"The An family and the Xuange Alliance were quite polite. Su Wan, a female cultivator from the Baicao Group, gave us some locally cultivated anti-kill grass seeds as a gift."

"Wan Yongnian from the Wan family directly asked us if we had any extra gold mines to sell."

Li Xiaoyao raised an eyebrow: "What did you say, brother?"

"I said the mineral vein is only in its initial exploration phase, and the yield is unknown. We'll talk about it later."

Li Mutian said calmly, "As for Xiao Chuhuan, he sent a gift, saying it was to congratulate us on being granted the title of autonomous territory."

The gift wasn't expensive, but the words implied an attempt to probe.

The group entered the main hall.

Li Xiaoyao sat down at the head of the table on the left, while Li Chijing stood beside his elder brothers.

"I brought everything back."

Li Xiaoyao took out several storage bags from his storage bag and placed them on the table.

"This is the list of purchased supplies. Changhu, take this and register it for storage."

Li Changhu took the supplies, scanned them with his divine sense, and his face lit up with joy: "So many basic supplies? And standard magic swords, armor..."

"Hmm, enough for two years."

Li Xiaoyao nodded, "In addition, I also prepared gifts for Scarface and the other hired workers."

"The Sharp Gold Ointment, the Demon Tendon String, the auxiliary materials, and the illustrations were all prepared according to their respective methods."

Li Mutian nodded: "Well done. If we use these people properly, they will be a great help to us."

Li Tongya couldn't help but ask, "Second Uncle, do you have any books on array formations?"

"have."

Li Xiaoyao tossed him a jade slip.

"Basic Five Elements Formation Solution" includes both first and second order forms, and includes seventeen case studies on breaking formations.

Li Tongya was overjoyed.

"Xiang Ping."

Li Xiaoyao looked at his third nephew.

"Have you kept that piece of molten gold essence you found before?"

"Uncle, it's been kept in the warehouse all along," Li Xiangping said earnestly.

"That's good."

Li Xiaoyao said solemnly, "That is your opportunity to establish your foundation. You must keep it safe. You will rely on it to establish your foundation in the future."

Li Mutian also said, "Cultivate diligently and don't waste this opportunity."

Li Xiangping nodded emphatically.

"alright."

Li Xiaoyao clapped his hands.

"Changhu, go register the supplies. Tongya, while studying the formation, don't forget to reinforce the clan's defenses. Xiangping, go to the mines to familiarize yourself with the metal and fire evil energy. Everyone, get busy. Chijing, go too."

The nephews acknowledged and withdrew. Only Li Mutian and Li Xiaoyao remained in the hall.

Li Xiaoyao set up a soundproof barrier and his expression became serious.

"Big brother."

He took out four newly printed jade slips and placed them on the table.

"I have made rubbings of all four chapters of the Four Symbols Heavenly Will True Scripture."

Li Mutian looked at the jade slip but didn't immediately take it. Instead, he asked, "Do you really want all four chapters for simultaneous cultivation?"

"I possess all four spiritual roots, making this cultivation method perfectly suited for me."

Li Xiaoyao nodded.

"I have already comprehended the Qi Refining Scroll of the 'Azure Emperor's Longevity Chapter' while traveling through the void, and now I only need to forge the foundation of immortality."

He took out a palm-sized jade box from his pocket and opened the lid.

A rich sense of vitality immediately spread out, and inside the box lay a section of lush green vine core with textures like dragon scales, its surface shimmering with a warm luster.

"Second-tier superior grade, Zhalong vine core."

Li Xiaoyao said, "I exchanged it at Chuixing Post Station, and it's perfect for forging the foundation of the [Eternal Life Palace] Immortal Foundation."

Li Mutian looked at the vine core, sensing the abundant wood-elemental spiritual energy within it, and slowly nodded:

"Since you already have a plan, I won't say any more. However, cultivating four chapters simultaneously will likely consume too many resources..."

"Don't worry, brother."

Li Xiaoyao smiled and said, "I know what I'm doing. I'll proceed step by step and won't be greedy or reckless."

He pushed the four jade slips in front of Li Mutian: "I'll leave the cultivation technique to you, brother. You can switch to the Purple Mansion Scroll of the Summer Chapter."

"Although your foundation for immortality is already established, the cultivation method is compatible with yours, which will greatly benefit your progress in perfecting your path and comprehending the Purple Mansion Realm."

Li Mutian picked up the crimson jade slip, sensed it with his divine sense for a moment, and then a flash of understanding appeared in his eyes: "A good cultivation technique."

"The Foundation Building Scroll of the Summer Chapter, for Xiang Ping."

Li Xiaoyao pointed to another, slightly smaller, red jade slip.

"He specializes in the Fire element and will use the molten metal essence to build his foundation in the future. Combined with this text, he can forge the immortal foundation of the Purple Capital Guard."

"As for Changhu Lake, Tongya Cliff, and Chijing..."

Li Xiaoyao paused for a moment, "Their spiritual root attributes are different, so these few chapters are not needed for now."

"When they reach the Foundation Establishment stage in the future, we will find suitable cultivation methods for them based on their circumstances."

Li Mutian put away the jade slip: "The matter of the cultivation method is only known to us brothers. I will give it to those children when needed."

"That's exactly right."

Li Xiaoyao nodded, "My seclusion this time will last at least three months, and possibly as long as half a year. I'll leave the clan affairs to you, elder brother."

Li Mutian looked at him and said in a deep voice, "Focus on your seclusion. I'll take care of things outside."

The two brothers discussed some family matters until dusk fell.

That evening, the Li family hosted a simple family dinner.

Scarface, Iron Bow, and other hired rogue cultivators were invited to attend, and Li Xiaoyao presented them with gifts one by one. The guests and hosts enjoyed themselves immensely.

After the banquet, Li Xiaoyao returned to his cave on the east side of the cliff.

He sat down cross-legged and placed the piece of Zhalong vine core in front of him.

The Four Seasons Mirror floated in the air, its mirror surface shimmering and rotating, a hint of blue already appearing within its crimson hue.

The text of "The Green Emperor's Longevity Chapter" flowed through my mind.

"The Green Emperor governs spring, presides over growth and development, and controls both flourishing and decay..."

He had thoroughly comprehended the technique while traveling through the void, and now everything was ready.

As he channeled his magic power, the abundant wood-elemental spiritual energy within the core of the Zhalong Vine was slowly drawn out, transforming into wisps of azure light that merged into his limbs and bones.

Inside the cave, countless tender shoots broke through the soil in the cracks of the rocks, the corners of the walls, and even the edges of the prayer mats, growing and stretching at a speed visible to the naked eye.

The air was filled with the fresh scent of grass and trees.

The blue hue on the Four Seasons Mirror grew stronger and stronger, gradually rivaling the crimson light.

As spring arrives and trees sprout, the foundation for immortality is about to be established.