Why is my Hundred Lifetimes Book different?

Traveling downstream along the Tianshui River for about three hundred li, after passing through the Shanyang County Pass, the steep mountains resemble a subdued dragon, and the terrain ahead transforms into a flat plain.

As evening fell, Ren Qingshan looked down at the plains from the mountaintop and found it magnificent.

The Bailu Mountain range, stretching for hundreds of miles, ends here.

"What a poor, remote place!"

Ren Qingshan sighed.

Looking back on the journey, I searched all the way in the mountains, hoping to try my luck and see if there were any spiritual seeds. Even if there were no spiritual seeds, I would be happy to find some spiritual objects.

Unfortunately, nothing was gained.

It is said that when the immortal master Liu Yunsong first took office, he organized a group of people to kill all the tigers in the mountains.

Given this history, even if White Deer Mountain had other spiritual creatures, they would likely have been completely collected long ago.

The world will be reborn, but who knows how many more years will have to wait?

The predecessors planted trees, and the descendants took the shade.

The ancestors cut down the trees, and the descendants died from the sun.

Moreover, Shanyang County is located on the edge of the Great Qi territory, and its spiritual energy is extremely scarce, classified as Class C or below.

You have to go to places where there are fish to fish.

To seek spiritual seeds, one should go to places abundant with spiritual energy.

In the Immortal Sect's Taoist Pavilion, there is a book called "Qinghua Fengwu Zhi" that can be borrowed for free. Over the past six months, Ren Qingshan has already memorized it.

This world is truly vast and boundless.

Traveling east along the Sweetwater River for another 37,000 li, passing through 38 cities, one finally enters the main branch of the Great Qi Spiritual Vein.

That place is the heart of the Great Qi, rich in spiritual resources and teeming with cultivators.

Upon entering the main branch, there is a city that regularly issues Immortal Sect missions, called Dragon Mouth.

It has rich mineral deposits.

It is rich in spirit stones and contains rare metals.

The tasks issued by the immortal sects generally fall into a few categories: farming, mining, errand running, and combat. They're like jobs for farmers, livestock handlers, deliverymen, security guards…

The ways for low-level Qi Refining cultivators to make money are so limited.

Mining is considered a lucrative profession, with a monthly salary of thirty spirit stones.

A simple calculation shows that it would take three years of hard work, during which time one could barely buy even the worst possible Azure Lotus Seed.

Ren Qingshan was naturally very unwilling to accept this, and only considered this plan as a backup.

I hope that something special will happen on the road.

Wealth and honor are often found amidst danger!

But to take risks, one must first see wealth and fortune!

For me personally, the Spirit Seed is certainly a source of wealth and honor.

Cultivators can also be wealthy!

Whenever he thought about this and the plans that followed, Ren Qingshan felt a strong sense of déjà vu, as if he were "committing crimes on the run."

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The first stop after leaving Shanyang is called Zhulu County.

At noon, Ren Qingshan arrived at Zhuolu City.

This town, located next to the ferry crossing, is more prosperous than Shanyang. Rice shops, noodle shops, pawnshops, gold shops, gambling dens, and brothels line both sides of the street.

Without giving it another thought, Ren Qingshan headed straight for the Immortal Master's Mansion.

The mansion was tall and majestic, with several arenas in the square in front of the gate, bustling with people and merchants.

The fierce fighting on stage was as lively as a Chinese New Year celebration.

Ren Qingshan stood to the side and took a look, then casually asked a passerby, and quickly figured out what had happened.

Originally, it was: Immortal sects selected promising young immortals, and the imperial court selected martial artists.

If you can win ten consecutive matches in the arena, you will be able to receive government rations and a reward of ten taels of silver.

Fighters on stage are not allowed to carry weapons; they rely entirely on their internal energy and techniques.

Having watched several arenas with nothing of interest and nothing to learn from, Ren Qingshan shook his head and left, knocking on the vermilion gate of the Immortal Master's Mansion.

Chicks don't pee; each has its own way of doing things.

Ordinary people seek basic sustenance and official positions.

What one seeks is naturally different.

A robust, vigorous middle-aged woman opened the door, her face twitching slightly. Seeing a young man with an ethereal air, she asked suspiciously, "What is it?"

"I am traveling the world and have come here by chance to pay my respects to the local immortal masters and fellow Daoists. Please inform them of my arrival."

The strong woman looked him up and down, and was greatly surprised. She responded and went back to inform him.

Before long, four exquisitely made-up young women of varying shapes and sizes came to greet the guests. They led them to the front hall and served them more than a dozen kinds of fine tea and snacks, saying that the immortal master would be there soon and that the distinguished guests should rest for a while.

A group of musicians and dancers filed out and began their performance, their music light and lively, their dances graceful and charming.

This is quite a spectacle...

Ren Qingshan was dumbfounded.

It only felt luxurious and decadent.

The local guardian immortal master actually knows how to enjoy life?

In comparison, Liu Yunsong's soup was bland and uninteresting!

After the dance ended, a beautiful dancer gracefully came over, offering wine and toasting him. Ren Qingshan waved his hand to refuse, and if he hadn't been cultivating his mind during this period, he probably would have blushed by now.

This joy of listening to music is something I'm experiencing for the first time in both my past and present lives!

I'm ashamed!

"Fellow Daoist, thank you for waiting!"

"My concubine just gave birth, and I was busy in the backyard."

"Young friend, your arrival is an honor. I apologize for not greeting you properly."

A fair-skinned, beardless, middle-aged man in a purple robe came in a hurry. When he first saw Ren Qingshan, he was surprised. This fellow Daoist who came to visit was actually a child.

However, he didn't show it on his face and instead focused on his work.

"Not at all, I'm sorry to bother you. Congratulations on the addition of a new member to your family, Immortal Master."

Ren Qingshan exchanged pleasantries with him.

Each of them reported their name.

They talked to each other.

The immortal master guarding Zhuolu County is named Lu Jing'an, and he has been guarding this place for more than 30 years.

Zhuolu County, also known as Bingshang County, boasts vast fertile fields, favorable weather, and a population free from famine.

"Young friend, where are you headed?"

Lu Jing'an asked with a smile, still wondering: This young man possesses spiritual energy, so he is undoubtedly a cultivator. He has already been ordained at such a young age and travels alone. His family is obviously not weak. He speaks with propriety and his upbringing is excellent.

They were very tight-lipped and didn't say which company they came from.

They came to my door without any reason, and I have no idea what they wanted to do with it.

"I traveled far and wide, visiting learned friends and seeking opportunities."

"Brother Lu, I wonder if there are any unusual, mysterious, or dangerous places within your Zhu Lu territory?"

"Or, is there any news about the spirit seed?"

Ren Qingshan asked with a smile.

My divine sense has already secretly investigated and found that this person is ranked 8124th on the Qi Refining Ranking, with a Qi Refining Level 2 cultivation, the same level as Liu Yunsong, and their rankings are not far apart.

As for their strength and background, that remains unknown.

The Nine Realms of Qi Refining, each realm a new heaven!

When you reach the first level of Qi Refining, you have nothing, but when you reach the second level, you may become a Celestial Master who guards a place!

Although Shanyang County and Zhuolu County are both classified as Class C, it is still considered a leap to the top!

Upon hearing this, Lu Jing'an immediately understood and felt relieved. She secretly wondered if he was someone without family support.

However, we should not be careless.

After all, it's better to bully the old than the young.

"My Zhuolu County is located at the edge of the spiritual vein, a hundred miles of flat land. There is plenty of grain, but the spiritual energy is almost exhausted."

"Alas, it's all because I, Lu, am incompetent; otherwise, I wouldn't have been banished to such a godforsaken place."

"My Lu family ancestor was a Foundation Establishment cultivator, and the family is thriving. Most of my brothers are stronger than me. I am ashamed to admit that I have made you laugh."

Ren Qingshan nodded thoughtfully.

"Not at all, not at all. A person may have lofty ambitions, but without good fortune, they cannot achieve them. Brother Lu, perhaps your opportunity has not yet arrived. Just patiently lie low."

"To be honest, I'm currently in dire straits. Having come this far, I'd like to ask Fellow Daoist Lu for a loan of some spirit stones. Is that possible?"

Lu Jing'an was slightly taken aback.

This young man is truly... shameless!

Complete strangers, on their first visit, yet they asked to borrow spirit stones!

"Why……"

"Logically speaking, since you have asked, I should help you."

"To be honest, I'm afraid my fellow Daoists will laugh at me if I say this, but my son was just selected as a seedling of immortality this year, and he has not yet been granted the ordination. He needs a large sum of money, and I am worried about this matter. I just wrote a letter to the family to ask the other branches for help."

"However, since you've asked, I'll try my best. I really don't have any spirit stones, but I do have some gold and silver. I'll also give you two beautiful maids as a token of my appreciation."

Upon hearing this, Ren Qingshan immediately stood up, smiled, and cupped his hands in greeting.

"Brother Dao, your kindness is truly admirable! I thank you in advance! One day, when I rise to prominence, I will surely repay you handsomely!"

I felt a mix of amusement and exasperation.

That's how they secured their first round of "financing."

However, doing this at the age of nine is barely considered taking advantage of one's young age, and the timing is just right.

I'm just a kid, setting out bowls all the way here, is it easy for me?

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