Immortality and Cultivation: I can extract entries from all things.

early morning.

Fang He opened her eyes, waking up from her cultivation.

The true energy in his dantian became even more abundant.

But he was more concerned about the changes in his sea of ​​consciousness.

[Sharpened spiritual senses] had a more pronounced effect than he had expected.

Fang He closed his eyes and extended his divine sense outward.

Previously, his divine sense could only perceive a radius of about three zhang.

Now, the range of perception has expanded to nearly four zhang (approximately 10 meters).

It appears to have increased by one zhang (approximately 3.3 meters).

But for cultivators, it could be the difference between life and death.

More importantly, my spiritual senses have become much sharper.

He could clearly hear the rustling of leaves outside the thatched hut and could vaguely sense the movement of Old Man Lin getting up.

Fang He was very satisfied.

Although it's just a grayed-out entry, it represents a real improvement.

……

Fang He walked out of the thatched hut and came to the edge of the spirit field.

The two acres of spiritual fields have been harvested, leaving only bare ridges.

The spirit array is still operating, maintaining the flow of spiritual energy in preparation for the next round of planting.

He walked around the field ridges to check the status of the spirit array.

everything is normal.

Fang He stood by the field, his gaze fixed on the path in the distance.

There were quite a few pedestrians walking around there, much more than usual.

He noticed that these pedestrians looked hurried, were dressed simply, and many of them were carrying bags and luggage.

Refugees from the outer islands.

There were even more unfamiliar faces at the market yesterday today.

Fang He frowned slightly, a vague unease creeping into her heart.

……

morning.

Fang He decided to go to the market to buy some daily necessities and check on the situation.

He walked along the path toward the market, encountering more and more refugees along the way.

Some of these people brought their families, while others traveled alone.

He looked exhausted, with sunken eyes, as if he had just finished a long journey.

They supported each other, talking in hushed tones, their faces showing unease and confusion.

Fang He didn't go up to talk to her, but just observed silently.

He gleaned some fragmented information from their conversation.

"Qingshi Island is finished..."

"Sea monsters washed ashore, destroying everything..."

"Luckily I ran fast and survived..."

"I wonder if it's safe here..."

Fang He felt heavy-hearted.

He had heard of Qing Shi Island.

That's a small island east of Qing'ao Island, only a two or three-day voyage from here.

If Qing Shi Island is destroyed, the threat from the sea monsters will be more serious than he imagined.

……

More refugees gathered on the edge of the market.

They gathered in small groups, some sitting, some standing, occupying the open space on the outskirts of the market.

Some people huddled in a corner, resting with their eyes closed.

Some people huddled together, talking in hushed tones, their expressions anxious.

As soon as Fang He entered the market, he heard a familiar voice.

"Fang He!"

He turned his head and saw Zhao Haisheng standing in front of a stall, waving at him.

"Brother Zhao."

Fang He walked over.

Zhao Haisheng's expression was somewhat serious, unlike his usual cheerful demeanor.

"Have you heard? Qing Shi Island was washed ashore by a sea monster."

Zhao Haisheng lowered his voice, "A lot of people died."

"I just heard it from the people who were fleeing."

Fang He nodded.

Zhao Haisheng sighed, looking worried: "I haven't dared to go out to sea for the past two days. The day before yesterday, I went for a walk in the nearshore waters and saw the shadows of several sea monsters, which scared me so much that I came back immediately."

He shook his head and added, "At this time of year, sea creatures usually stay in the deep sea and never come near the shore. I don't know what's wrong with them this year, but these beasts are running towards the shore like they've gone mad."

Fang He's heart skipped a beat: "Brother Zhao, what do you think is going on?"

"Who knows?"

Zhao Haisheng lowered his voice, "I've heard from some old fishermen that this kind of thing has happened before. Every time it's a harbinger of a major catastrophe, either something is stirring up the seabed, or... someone is pulling the strings behind the scenes."

"A trick?"

"I don't know either, I've just heard about it."

Zhao Haisheng waved his hand, "Anyway, be careful, and try to avoid going to the beach lately. By the way, is the Zhou family going to recruit rogue cultivators to participate in the sea monster cleanup?"

How did you know?

"Everyone in the neighborhood is talking about it."

Zhao Haisheng said in a low voice.

Fang He nodded, his expression calm.

The two chatted for a few more minutes before Zhao Haisheng had to go back to take care of his family and left.

Fang He walked through the crowd, observing everything.

"The entire Qing Shi Island was swept away by sea monsters, and more than half of the island's inhabitants died."

The middle-aged hermit monk sat by the roadside and spoke to the people around him.

His voice was hoarse, and his eyes were filled with fear.

"Those sea monsters rushed ashore like madmen, and there was no way to stop them."

"I saw with my own eyes a sea monster three zhang long (approximately 10 meters) that smashed down a house..."

Those around were horrified; some sighed, others shook their heads.

Fang He stood not far away, listening silently.

A sea beast three zhang long is at least a mid-grade or even high-grade first-order beast.

Ordinary Qi Refining cultivators simply cannot withstand sea beasts of that level.

He recalled the destroyed spiritual fields he had seen in the east, the claw marks left by the sea beast, and the rogue cultivator who had been bitten to death.

At the time, he thought it was just a coincidence.

In retrospect, that was just the tip of the iceberg.

Fang He bought some daily necessities at the market and then hurriedly returned to Lingtian.

……

Back in Lingtian, Fang He noticed a group of people approaching from a distance.

The leader was a middle-aged man wearing a blue robe with a jade pendant hanging from his waist.

He was followed by two guards, both of whom were at the late stage of Qi Refining.

Fang He recognized her.

Zhou Mingyuan is the steward of the Zhou family.

His heart tightened; he wondered what Zhou Mingyuan was doing here.

Zhou Mingyuan walked straight toward Fang He's spirit field, his expression serious.

Fang He stood by the field, waiting for him.

"Fang He." Zhou Mingyuan walked up to him and got straight to the point, "The Zhou family has given orders."

Fang He cupped his hands in greeting: "Steward Zhou."

Zhou Mingyuan nodded, his expression grave: "Recently, sea monsters have been active frequently, so the Zhou family has decided to strengthen the defenses of the coastline."

"Recruiting Qi Refining stage cultivators to participate in the sea beast cleanup mission."

"You previously applied for a recall deferral, which, as a condition, means you must participate."

Fang He's heart sank.

really.

The delay in conscription is not something that can be done for nothing; it will have to be paid for sooner or later.

"I wonder what the specific mission is?" Fang He asked.

Zhou Mingyuan explained, "The mission is divided into two types: coastline patrol and marine animal removal."

"Initially, the focus will be on patrolling to familiarize ourselves with the terrain and mission procedures. If we encounter sea monsters, we will cooperate with the escort team to clear them out."

"The rotation happens every ten days, and there are contribution points as a reward."

Fang He silently made a note of it.

Contribution points are part of the Zhou family's merit system.

Contribution points can be exchanged for resources such as cultivation techniques, talismans, and elixirs.

For a low-level independent cultivator, this is a rare opportunity to acquire resources.

Of course, the premise is that you can survive.

"How are contribution points calculated?" Fang He asked.

Zhou Mingyuan said, "Patrol missions earn two contribution points daily. Reporting the discovery of sea monsters will earn you extra rewards. Participating in the killing of sea monsters will be rewarded according to your contribution."

"Contribution points can be used at the Zhou Family Exchange Center in the market to exchange for cultivation techniques, talismans, pills, and more."

Fang He nodded.

The system is reasonably sound.

Zhou Mingyuan continued, "Report to the Zhou family office in Fangshi tomorrow morning."

"Someone will arrange for you to join the patrol team."

"Remember, this is an additional condition for the draft delay, and you cannot refuse."

Fang He nodded: "I understand."

Zhou Mingyuan nodded, somewhat satisfied with his attitude.

"Prepare well and report on time tomorrow."

After saying that, Zhou Mingyuan turned and left, taking two guards with him towards other spirit fields.

Fang He stood there, his mind churning with thoughts.

The threat of sea monsters has finally come to our doorstep.

I applied for a recall delay, which temporarily saved me from this ordeal, but what's coming will come sooner or later.

Now, here are the additional conditions.

Fang He gave a wry smile, turned around and went back to the thatched hut.

……

Inside the thatched hut.

Fang He sat on the edge of the bed, contemplating his current situation.

The threat from sea monsters has escalated, prompting a recruitment mission.

It is both a crisis and an opportunity.

The crisis needs no further explanation.

Opportunities are where contributions can be made.

Contribution points can be exchanged for cultivation techniques and talismans, which are all cultivation resources.

If it weren't for this incident, the Zhou family wouldn't have opened up to independent cultivators.

However, since Fang He transmigrated, his cultivation level has improved, but he has never experienced a real battle.

Without practical experience, they have no idea how to deal with danger.

……

into the night.

Fang He began packing her things for tomorrow.

Several talismans.

Fireball talismans and protective amulets are both low-level items.

A bottle of pills.

The hemostatic pills used for treating wounds, though not very effective, are better than nothing.

There are still seventeen spirit stones left, which should be enough for a while.

Fang He put away the items and sat cross-legged on the bed.

After reporting for duty tomorrow, I wonder what task I will be assigned.

We must be prepared.

He activated the Azure Wood Technique and began cultivating...