Longevity through Upgrading Buildings Chapter 814 - 338: Qiu Qianhai Returns to Cangluo

Feeling the surge of blood Qi within his body, Ji Yuan cast a glance at his hand injury, which had now fully healed.

Regarding his internal injuries, Ji Yuan’s robust physique, a result of the Muscle Forging Realm and prolonged consumption of Profound Sun Blood Amber, presented a formidable defense against any lingering hidden ailments.

He first assessed the newfound strength of his powerful body.

At the mid-stage Muscle Forging Realm, his power, reaction speed, and defensive capabilities were significantly amplified compared to his previous state.

After all, when directly comparing cultivation realms, a warrior in the mid-stage Muscle Forging Realm could contend with opponents in the mid-stage Core Formation realm.

For a fleeting moment, Ji Yuan felt an even greater anticipation for the strength he would possess after achieving Magic Power Core Formation.

He was certain a qualitative leap forward would occur then.

This was especially true considering he had obtained a Miracle Treasure like Zhudian and mastered techniques such as the Yin Corpse Demon Fire.

Regardless, upon departing the Fallen Immortal Gully, his immediate priority would be to find a suitable location for secluded cultivation and, after locating Du Wanyi, proceed to form his core!

The world was vast, but the formation of his core was the most critical task!

Subsequently, Ji Yuan inquired with Tu Yue, discovering that his period of secluded cultivation had spanned nearly a month.

With this information, he resolved to first inform Yu Yuan, offer reassurance, and ask if there was any method to extract the stones.

Otherwise, Ji Yuan mused, painstakingly chipping away at the stones himself might consume an extensive amount of time.

He believed in always hoping for the best and starting by seeking assistance.

With this resolution, Ji Yuan withdrew from the Mountain of Mind and Heart, effortlessly summoning his Lifebound Magical Treasure into his Dantian with a simple gesture.

He then surveyed the surrounding stone walls, lost in thought, before summoning the Yin Corpse Demon Fire once more, allowing its flames to engulf every part of the cave.

Regrettably, no familiar inscription appeared.

This indicated that the sole opportunity presented by this location was the Miracle Treasure Zhudian.

After ensuring there were no further issues in his vicinity, Ji Yuan approached the entrance. He first utilized his Divine Sense to ascertain the conditions outside the sea gully.

"Excellent, all is safe!"

Ji Yuan created a small opening in the door, slipped through, secured it behind him, and swiftly navigated the sea gully. He returned to the cave of the Merfolk Race, traveling safely along the established passage.

Upon his reunion with Yu Yuan, the elder Merfolk was visibly overcome with emotion.

Ji Yuan observed that Yu Yuan appeared to have aged considerably during his absence.

"Brother Ji, you have finally returned."

Yu Yuan embraced him, his voice tinged with a slight tremor.

"Has something occurred?" Ji Yuan inquired as he settled down nearby.

"Not precisely, it's just that your prolonged absence caused me great unrest. If something unfortunate had befallen you, how could I possibly face my tribe?"

Yu Yuan let out a deep sigh.

"It is a blessing that you have returned, a true blessing."

"As for the sea beast, if it cannot be resolved, then so be it. We can devise a solution in the future; at worst... we may have to abandon our ancestral land!"

Yu Yuan uttered these words through gritted teeth.

One could not discern if his resentment was directed at the sea beast or his past self.

Ji Yuan then leisurely crossed his legs.

"Worry not, the matter of the sea beast has been resolved."

"What... what did you say? Resolved?"

Yu Yuan exclaimed, his disbelief palpable.

"Otherwise, why would I have remained in the ancestral land for such an extended period?" Ji Yuan replied, letting out a few coughs. "The sea beast presented a considerable challenge, and I sustained severe injuries. I later recovered thanks to the Spirit Liquid found within."

"There are no worries, no worries. The Spirit Liquid has served its highest purpose by aiding you, Senior."

Yu Yuan displayed considerable astuteness.

Regardless of whether Ji Yuan had been injured, the Spirit Liquid was now under his own control.

It was impossible for him to demand its return.

Under these circumstances, he naturally resorted to uttering words of flattery.

"On that note, those stones within the ancestral land, the very ones you used to store the Spirit Liquid... is there any method to extract them? I attempted it, but it proved exceedingly difficult."

Ji Yuan did not linger on the subject of the Spirit Liquid.

After all... he had already thoroughly cleaned out the stones, making further discussion on the matter somewhat inappropriate.

He swiftly steered the conversation in a new direction.

"Yes, there is a method."

Yu Yuan exhibited a touch of pride when addressing this particular subject. "An ancestral technique was passed down, involving the application of a concocted juice onto a blade, which makes cutting stone as effortless as slicing through tofu."

"Oh? So there is such a juice?"

Ji Yuan responded with genuine curiosity.

"Indeed. Inform us of your requirements, and we shall certainly provide it."

"Hmm..."

Ji Yuan offered a sheepish smile. "The more, the merrier."

Yu Yuan's smile faltered slightly, a subtle shift he quickly masked.

He had already relinquished the Spirit Liquid; what was the harm in providing an additional, albeit unpaid, stone?

Ji Yuan then proceeded to detail his specific requests.

Firstly, he desired the recipe for the juice. Upon realizing he could not procure the ingredients himself, he requested that Yu Yuan concoct it for him.

Secondly, he required assistance with the stone extraction: five stones of coffin size, and one colossal stone equivalent to the size of a house.

With the juice in hand, he would be able to shape them to his needs later.

Ji Yuan's primary goal involved those coffin-sized structures, envisioning them as his ultimate escape route during dire situations. His plan was simple: excavate a pit, position himself within the coffin, don his conical hat, and await burial.

Absolutely perfect!

Upon hearing Ji Yuan's peculiar request, Yu Yuan readily agreed, swiftly dispatching the robust and youthful members of the Merfolk Race to commence the task.

Ji Yuan then retreated to his secluded Cave Mansion.

After dedicating several more months to rigorous closed-door cultivation, the moment would arrive for his journey to the esteemed Immortal Sect.