Daqin arrests alchemists, what does it matter to me as a qi refiner?

The group stayed in the Dragon Vein Land for several days, immersing themselves in cultivation and enlightenment each day. Only when they felt they could no longer draw more power from the Dragon Vein did they reluctantly leave this mysterious and beautiful place.

When they emerged from the cave, the world outside had undergone a complete transformation. The once barren valley was now lush and vibrant with life! They understood that this was a miraculous change brought about by the power of the dragon vein. Gazing at this revitalized land, their hearts were filled with emotion and joy—for they were fortunate enough to witness the birth of such a miracle!

After leaving the Dragon Vein Land, the group was awestruck by the completely transformed valley before them. The valley, which was already shrouded in mist and filled with exotic flowers and plants, was now teeming with life, filled with the fragrance of flowers, and where cranes soared.

"Is all of this the power of the dragon vein?" Yang Ling asked in astonishment.

“Indeed, dragon veins are the convergence of the spiritual energy of heaven and earth, possessing the ability to nourish all things. What we saw before was merely the tip of the iceberg of the power of dragon veins,” Ziya explained.

Ying Zheng took a deep breath of fresh air and exclaimed, "With the help of the dragon vein, my Great Qin will surely prosper for ten thousand generations!"

Xu Fu, however, looked worried: "Your Majesty, the power of the dragon veins is strong, but it cannot be abused. We must act cautiously to avoid incurring divine retribution."

“Xu Fu is absolutely right. The power of the dragon veins is beyond human control. We must hold them in awe in order to ensure their longevity,” Li Si echoed.

Just as everyone was discussing this, a lucky cloud suddenly drifted in from the horizon, and on the cloud stood an old man with a dignified and otherworldly air.

"It is truly remarkable that you mortals were able to find the dragon vein and break the barrier." The old man's voice was loud and clear, like the tolling of a bell.

Upon seeing this, Ying Zheng and the others immediately bowed and said, "We are juniors and we pay our respects to our seniors. We were unaware of your arrival and have failed to greet you properly."

The old man stroked his beard and smiled: "There's no need for such formalities. I am an envoy from the Heavenly Realm, here to inspect the dragon veins. I am very pleased to see that you have not abused their power."

Yang Ling asked curiously, "Senior, what are the mysteries of the Dragon Vein's power? Why does our cultivation level increase so much after we touch it?"

The celestial messenger explained, "Dragon veins are the essence of heaven and earth, gathering endless spiritual energy. Touching a dragon vein is like communicating with heaven and earth, naturally leading to rapid advancement in cultivation. But remember, don't bite off more than you can chew; excessive reliance on external forces is of no benefit to cultivation."

Xuanzhenzi cupped his hands and inquired, "Senior, how should we properly utilize the power of the dragon veins so as not to fail the bounty of heaven and earth?"

The celestial messenger smiled slightly: "Follow the natural order and act within your capabilities. Only by integrating the power of the dragon vein into your daily cultivation, progressing step by step, can you truly benefit. Furthermore, by harboring good intentions and taking responsibility for the world, you can bear the weight and blessings of the dragon vein."

Upon hearing this, everyone nodded in agreement.

The celestial messenger further warned, "The land of the dragon veins is where heavenly secrets reside. Now that you know its secrets, you must keep them sealed and never divulge them. Otherwise, endless calamities will surely follow."

Ying Zheng solemnly promised, "Senior, rest assured, we will certainly follow your teachings and never reveal the secret of the dragon vein."

The celestial envoy nodded approvingly: "Excellent. I'm off!" With that, he transformed into a golden light and vanished into the horizon. Gazing in the direction the celestial envoy had disappeared, the crowd remained silent for a long time. They knew that this trip to the Dragon Vein had not only greatly increased their cultivation but also allowed them to comprehend the true essence of cultivation.

"Your Majesty," Li Si broke the silence, "how should we deal with this valley?"

After a moment of contemplation, Ying Zheng said, "Since this place is the location of the dragon vein, it naturally cannot be revealed casually. In my opinion, it would be better to designate this place as a forbidden area, guarded by designated personnel. At the same time, a barrier should be set up around the valley to prevent outsiders from intruding."

Xu Fu added, "We can also select some disciples with pure hearts and exceptional intelligence to cultivate here and inherit the power of the dragon vein."

Ziya nodded in agreement: "This method is excellent. However, the selection of disciples must be carefully considered to avoid leaking secrets."

After some discussion, the group decided to follow Ying Zheng's suggestion. They set up multiple barriers and formations around the valley and selected a group of disciples with pure hearts to cultivate there.

Years later, these disciples, nourished by the dragon vein, greatly increased their cultivation and became the backbone of the Qin Empire. The land of the dragon vein also became a legend, its mystery and power spreading throughout the world.

However, secrets never stay hidden forever. As time went on, the legends about the dragon vein intensified, attracting countless explorers and greedy individuals. They flocked to this mysterious valley, attempting to find traces of the dragon vein.

Faced with external harassment and invasion, Ying Zheng and his allies decided to strengthen the valley's defenses. They not only enhanced the strength of the barriers and formations but also dispatched more experts to guard it.

At the same time, they also realized that the power of the dragon veins was not omnipotent. On the path of cultivation, only by being down-to-earth and working diligently can one go further. Therefore, while utilizing the power of the dragon veins, they paid more attention to their own cultivation and the improvement of their mental state.

By chance, Ziya discovered an ancient book. The book recorded a secret technique called "Divine Demon Transformation," which was said to allow one to enhance their cultivation by drawing upon the power of gods and demons. However, this technique was extremely dangerous; a slight mishap could lead to demonic possession.

Ziya shared this discovery with everyone. After a heated discussion, they decided to try cultivating this secret technique. Nourished by the dragon vein, their cultivation had reached a bottleneck. To advance further, they needed to find a new breakthrough.

Under Ziya's guidance, the group began to cultivate the "Divine Demon Transformation" secret technique. They supported each other and progressed together, comprehending many unprecedented mysteries and powers in their cultivation.

However, the path of cultivation is not always smooth. During their cultivation, they encountered countless difficulties and challenges. Sometimes they even faced interference and temptations from gods and demons. But they all persevered through unwavering faith and perseverance.

Finally, one day, when they reached a crucial moment in their cultivation, a divine light suddenly descended from the sky. This light contained boundless energy and wisdom, allowing them to instantly grasp the true essence of cultivation and the mysteries of the universe. Their cultivation advanced by leaps and bounds, reaching a completely new realm.

When they awoke from their cultivation, they found themselves in a mysterious space. This space was filled with endless spiritual energy and divine light, as if it were the abode of gods.

"Where is this?" Yang Ling asked in surprise.

"If I'm not mistaken, this should be the Realm of Gods and Demons," Ziya said, taking a deep breath. "When we were practicing the 'Transformation of Gods and Demons' secret technique, we inadvertently triggered the entrance to the Realm of Gods and Demons and were teleported here." (End of Chapter)