Symbiotic panel, I am cultivating immortality in the world of immortality

Chapter 226 Envoy to the Academy, I've Come to Deliver the Pig!

“When Kang…”

"Flower Ginseng Pig?"

When Senior Brother Su Ya heard about this, his first reaction was, "Could this be something to eat?"

When did Li Ye switch careers to become a spiritual chef?

Although most farmers also cook for themselves.

wrong.

Kang Ke couldn't eat it; he was thinking of a dish of braised ham with fish maw that he had eaten before.

"..."

"I've probably been a bit out of it from refining elixirs lately."

Su Ya shook her head.

He hadn't even left his cave during this time, spending over a decade refining pills in an effort to repay the karmic debt owed by the Nascent Soul cultivator in his clan.

Having borne the benefits that the Nascent Soul stage brought to the family, it is only natural that they should atone for the sins of their elders.

Li Ye looked at his senior brother Su Ya, who looked somewhat haggard.

There's really nothing I can say about it.

He simply asked, "How much longer until Senior Su Huan comes out?"

"That is, within the last hundred years."

"He is going to achieve the Nascent Soul stage inside."

"He said he would use the power of the heavenly tribulation to forge some kind of object as atonement for his sins."

Can one achieve the Nascent Soul stage within a century?

After thinking it over carefully, Li Ye roughly figured out what Senior Su Huan was planning to refine. Perhaps he could lend a hand when the senior was undergoing his tribulation.

However, since he wasn't sure at the moment, he didn't say much.

After a brief moment of reflection, Su Ya quickly got into the zone. In fact, Ye Tang was now more like Li Ye's subordinate, because everything he did was treated with great seriousness after Li Ye advanced to the Golden Core stage.

Even though his senior brothers and sisters were indeed of higher seniority than him, his cultivation and achievements were undeniable, and it was already extremely good that they could assist him in his work.

Other real people who want to get their juniors in don't even have a way to do it.

soon.

Several senior brothers and sisters from the Spirit Plant Hall and Spirit Beast Hall quickly arrived and analyzed the Dangkang Flower Ginseng Pig.

They stated their conclusion first:

"Dang Kang's ability to purify the land and bring about a bountiful harvest."

"The strength of this spiritual energy is not low."

"It should be possible to turn wastelands polluted by power into fertile land."

They even took out some barren black soil on the spot and had the pink pig purify it, and the effect was indeed very good.

The soil, which had been completely devoid of life due to the pollution of some complex spiritual energy, became clear at a speed visible to the naked eye. One small flower after another withered, but the soil regained its vitality.

The pink pig happily nudged around with its nose, making "squeak squeak squeak" sounds.

Finally, he collapsed inside, completely limp.

Facts speak louder than words.

Now that its capabilities have been fully demonstrated, only one question remains—

"Junior Brother Li."

"This creature, this one is a Kanghua ginseng pig, how should it be propagated?"

A truly successful spirit beast is one that is perfected, can be promoted in various places, and can reproduce on its own without the help of external forces.

If it's just a fleeting phenomenon, then this one is truly exceptional.

At best, it's a rare find, and can't be considered a new species.

Furthermore, if a lot of help is needed to reproduce and thrive, then the cost will become very high, which you all will consider more carefully.

"It's very simple."

Li Ye reached out and gently touched the pink piglet. Immediately, a ginseng sprouted from its body. The ginseng could be vaguely seen to have its rudimentary form, like a young Dangkang flower ginseng pig.

"To reproduce using this method?"

This scene reminded the cultivators of a special spirit beast called the Spirit-Bearing Rat, which would carry its undeveloped child on its back and nourish it with its own secreted spiritual fluid.

There are also mythical creatures similar to kangaroo gophers, which will even keep their offspring in their pouches to nurse them.

The problem is that at least other creatures are bred before being cared for like that, but this spirit beast can reproduce on its own—is it a yin-yang hybrid? That's really strange.

The senior students exchanged glances.

“Then we’ll report it now—speaking of which, Junior Brother Li, you’ve come at just the right time. There’s something that’s perfect for you to do, and the Sect Leader will probably be here soon.”

The second half of the sentence suddenly took on a hint of envy.

"Oh? What is it?" Li Ye became interested.

"It is the Bitter Journey Academy."

"The Bitter Journey Academy occupies the largest territory in the Central Region, but some new caves are constantly being discovered within those territories. Recently, several polluted caves have been unearthed, and they would like to invite us to take a look."

"Junior brother, isn't your spirit beast just like a pillow delivered to a sleepy person?"

After hearing what they said...

Li Ye wasn't particularly moved. This was indeed a good thing, but since it involved the sect's reputation, it probably wouldn't be so easy or comfortable.

Moreover, the Confucian scholars of the Bitter Journey Academy should also know how to farm, and there are various special spiritual plants and beasts nurtured by literary energy and righteous spirit there.

It's definitely not easy for them to ask for help like this.

Will the sect leader really choose him?

……

after a while.

Li Ye boarded a cloud boat.

Beside him was a group of disciples dressed in a very solemn manner.

Almost everyone was wearing brand-new Taoist robes, the floral and vine patterns on them shimmering in the sunlight, making them appear both ethereal and otherworldly.

Su Ya and Li Ye looked at each other in bewilderment.

He rubbed his temples and asked in confusion:

"So you're going to deal with the pollution of the cave, why do you want me, an alchemist, to come along?"

"Uh." Li Ye thought for a moment and said, "I only told the sect leader that you came with me to relax because you seemed so distracted while you were refining pills."

"We're heading to the Bitter Journey Academy in the Central Region."

Shortly after he submitted the Kanghua Ginseng Pig to the sect, the sect leader personally came and asked him to lead a total of eighteen cultivators to the Bitter Journey Academy to help the friendly sect solve the problem of cave pollution.

The sect leader promised that if he did well this time, he would be given a chance to enter Dusu Mountain.

In fact, Li Ye didn't quite understand why he was only asked to bring a total of eighteen Foundation Establishment cultivators from the various halls, including those with arrays, spirit beasts, and spirit plants, to solve the pollution problem of the cave heaven. Was this really a serious matter?

Su Ya also had some doubts.

He lowered his voice and asked Li Ye, "I've heard that the pollution problem there is quite serious. Is it really okay to take these disciples there?"

"Don't worry."

"With me here, what do you have to worry about, senior brother?"

Although Li Ye had some doubts, as the leader of this team, he was in charge of making all decisions after leaving the sect.

He must not show weakness.

As for the rest, let nature take its course.

So he waved his hand nonchalantly and looked at the rapidly changing clouds and mist beside him, in which there seemed to be shimmering flowers, as well as the illusory images of books and characters.

A pleasant and warm spring breeze greets us.

The wind blew through his hair and Taoist robe, which inexplicably gave him a sense of exhilaration and high spirits.

The route to the Central Region Bitter Journey Academy is not via a teleportation array, but rather through a "Azure Cloud Road" personally opened by the Bitter Journey Academy.

It is said that this is where every Confucian scholar leaves a wisp of divine thought when advancing to the Golden Core stage, which corresponds to the "Condensation of Intent" realm in Confucianism. This wisp of divine thought can connect to any region of this world.

Of course, permission from the other party is required. Proceeding along the path to success like this is naturally very fast.

It only takes about half a cup of tea.

Li Ye could already see the academy built amidst green hills and clear waters, surrounded by lush greenery.

You can vaguely see countless students and scholars walking freely inside, discussing all sorts of books and knowledge.

Their faces were full of relaxed smiles, completely unlike the rigid and serious atmosphere of the academy that Li Ye had imagined.

The soaring righteous energy made the entire sky clear and bright, like a mirror, quietly reflecting the myriad aspects of human life within the academy.

wrong.

That mirror, that sky, seemed to be another world altogether.

The world depicted in the painting...

With the Jianmu tree in his possession, Li Ye quickly realized that although this place seemed to be directly exposed to the sky.

But in fact, it had long been a special cave world.

He wondered if the world in the painting in the sky was related to the great master of painting he knew.
……

The flying boat landed steadily inside the academy via Qingyun Road.

A young man dressed in a traditional Chinese robe was already waiting there.

He smiled at Li Ye and Su Ya: "It's been a long time. You two fellow Daoists are still as charming as ever!"

This person was none other than Lü Qingge, a cultivator surnamed Lü who had already advanced to the Golden Core stage.

In twelve years, it seems that he is not only at the early stage of Golden Core, but his cultivation has advanced even faster than mine.
What a joke.

"Fellow Daoist Lü is still as charming as ever."

Li Ye returned the smile.

"I am acting on orders from my sect to help your academy resolve the pollution of your grotto. We'll have plenty of time to catch up in the future, so why don't we first take a look at the condition of that grotto?"

He wasn't in the mood for leisurely strolling around before completing his mission, but if things went smoothly, he would be happy to experience the local customs and culture of the Bitter Journey Academy.

The premise is to do the right thing first.

Su Ya nodded slightly. He knew nothing about this matter, so he simply listened to Li Ye's decision.

Lü Qingge naturally had no objection.

He nodded: "Then please come with me, Fellow Daoist Li. As for the other fellow Daoists, we have arranged courtyards for you to rest for a while."

Ok?
Am I going alone?
Li Ye felt something was strange; could things be complicated?

After thinking for a moment, he agreed:

"Alright, let's go then."

As he spoke, he winked at Senior Brother Su.

Senior Brother Su immediately understood and would contact the sect as soon as he arrived at his residence.

Lu Qingge casually tossed out two chess pieces, and in an instant, black and white light formed a gate.

He gestured for him to proceed.

The two entered the gate one after the other.

then.

What appeared before Li Ye was a black and white world.

A world depicted in ink wash painting.

—The heavens and earth, and even the people and livestock living in them, are all depicted in ink wash painting, yet they seem oblivious to the fact that they are still living their lives, and at first glance there seems to be no problem.

But the fact that these people made of ink and wash can live like this is actually a bit strange.

Li Ye narrowed his eyes.

The panel is not working.

This means that these people are really human, not some bizarre mythical beasts or plants created from ink paintings.

A person who paints in ink and wash style?

"This place does look rather strange, but does it differ from what your academy said about the land being polluted and uncultivable?"

Completely baffled, Li Ye simply asked.

Lü Qingge replied, "Fellow Daoist, please don't be anxious. The situation here is indeed complicated, and these ink paintings are also a form of pollution."

pollute?

Li Ye bent down and touched the ground.

The ink, like a persistent affliction, clung to his fingertips before being completely dispersed by his immense magical power.

A brief moment.

He felt his life force being devoured, his flesh and magic power becoming withered, as if... about to turn into paper.

Unknown pollution.

Li Ye suddenly felt somewhat helpless. No wonder he had to ask the Four Seasons Sect for help. Although he had expected it wouldn't be easy, he hadn't expected it to create such a difficult problem for him.

It's likely that the sect leader's uncle had anticipated this.

In situations like this, if you can find the root cause and address it accordingly, things will be much simpler; otherwise, they will be much more complicated—it's not something that can be solved by sheer numbers; you have to use your wits to get to the bottom of it.

After he figured it out, he began to examine the earth.

Centered on him, the Earth Wish Technique was immediately activated.

However, to his surprise, the earth here resisted the Earth Wish Technique and had no effect whatsoever.

"interesting."

"Xiaohua, why don't you give it a try?"

When he took out the Dangkang Flower Pig, the pink pig started rooting around everywhere, and the flowers on its body fell like rain.

It does work when each flower bursts open.

But the next moment, the land that had been purified was eroded by the surrounding ink and water, and was polluted again.

Xiao Hua looked up at him with some difficulty and called out twice.

"Ah."

"I know."

Li Ye patted its head. "You did a great job."

After comforting Xiaohua, Li Ye put her away and asked Lü Qingge, "I'd like to take some soil with me, is that alright?"

“Of course.” Lü Qingge nodded: “The appearance of this place is indeed strange. Our academy has also collected a lot of spiritual energy data. You can take a closer look when you go back later.”

"I assure you, fellow Daoist, that this place appeared half a year ago and has no connection with the various supernatural powers and techniques in our academy. We will not intentionally conceal anything."

"We really don't know either."

His tone was very sincere.

Li Ye could tell that this was the truth, and that he wasn't lying.

If you try to ask someone for help and then try to hide something, it can easily cause trouble. When both parties are of equal ability and have a good relationship, it is unlikely that they will deliberately hide something.

"I know."

"I really can't figure out what's going on here right now. Let me take a look."

Li Ye bent down and dug up a clump of soil.

As he was digging, his movements paused slightly, as if he sensed something, but it was only for a fleeting moment.

He then acted as if nothing had happened and walked outside with Lü Qingge.

Before leaving, he casually glanced back at this grotto-heaven world, his expression unchanged, but a sense of enlightenment had already dawned on him.

perhaps…

It really was that supernatural power.

I haven't practiced in a long time.

The scene in my mind is a mirage.

(End of this chapter)