Starting as a spiritual plant master, may I eventually become the master of all lands.

Inside the wooden house, Master Kuzhuo sat cross-legged on the couch, his eyes slightly closed.

After a long while, he opened his eyes, let out a soft sigh, as if something had been put to rest in his heart.

He sized up Song Chuan a few times and said, "Well managed. Can'er managed this Canxiang Garden in the same way back then."

Song Chuan hurriedly replied, "Thank you for your praise, senior. Senior Xuan and Senior Cheng specifically instructed me to take good care of it, and I was just following their orders."

Xuan He and Cheng Tu glanced at Song Chuan but remained silent.

Master Kuzhuo looked at Xuanhe and Chengtu:

"This garden was originally not necessary. However, a few years ago, I was overcome with emotion and suddenly missed your mistress."

If I don't properly reminisce, it will be detrimental to my breakthrough to the mid-stage of Core Formation. You've certainly gone to great lengths for me."

Xuan He bowed respectfully and said:

"Master, what are you saying? Master's breakthrough to the mid-stage of Core Formation is the most important thing! If it can help Master's cultivation, my junior brother and I will of course do our best."

Upon breaking through to the mid-stage of Core Formation, Song Chuan was shocked.

It is said that the difficulty of breaking through each minor realm increases exponentially from the Foundation Establishment stage onwards.

One can imagine how arduous it is to break through a minor realm in the Core Formation stage.

Master Kuzhuo nodded and said softly:

"It's a pity that your master's wife ultimately failed to form her core, and I could only watch helplessly as her lifespan ran out and she died."

Then, looking at Xuan He, he suddenly said:

"I don't remember your exact age, but I suppose you're nearing the end of your life?"

Xuanhe remained silent for a few moments before saying, "This disciple is incompetent and I am afraid I will not be able to serve Master anymore. I hope Master will not take offense."

Master Kuzhuo shook his head slightly and said something cryptic: "The exploration of Kongsang is about to begin."

Curious about Kongsang? Song Chuan's heart stirred. He had seen a description of the Kongsang Mountains on the first floor of Yuewei Hall.

This mountain range is located at the easternmost edge of the State of Qi, and is the territory of monsters.

Xuan He and Cheng Tu suddenly glanced at Song Chuan, which made Song Chuan uneasy.

Is Teng Hua Valley trying to send those of us who came with the Spring Bud Token to the Kongsang Mountains?

Master Kuzhuo continued:

"When I was still in the Qi Refining stage, I participated in a hunt for the strange creatures of Kongsang and captured a strange creature called 'Cave Salamander' in a cave."

"Oolam?" Xuan He and Cheng Tu exchanged a glance, puzzled.

Master Kuzhuo nodded: "This creature is a completely ordinary beast, but its lifespan can reach over two hundred years, or even longer!"

"What? Is it because the spiritual energy in the Kongsang Mountains is so abundant? Otherwise, how could mortal beasts have lifespans of over two hundred years?"

Cheng Tu blurted out in disbelief.

"Could this thing possibly increase lifespan?" Xuan He asked thoughtfully.

Master Kuzhuo smiled and said, "This item, when combined with several auxiliary ingredients, can be refined into a longevity pill that can increase one's lifespan by one or two decades."

"What does Master mean?" Xuanhe stroked his long beard and asked.

Master Kuzhuo suddenly pointed at Song Chuan:

"The Kongsang Curiosity Hunt will begin in two years, and all disciples with the four spiritual roots who have obtained the Spring Sprout Token must participate."

Originally, if this boy had been given this spiritual garden to manage, he could have stayed in the sect.

However, it's best not to let outsiders know about the olm; let him make the trip.

Upon hearing this, both Xuan He and Cheng Tu stared at Song Chuan.

Song Chuan's expression changed slightly, he swallowed hard, and felt extremely uneasy!

He secretly groaned; it turned out that the Vine Flower Valley was waiting for them here.

This damned Kongsang is incredibly dangerous!

"It is said that the other elders divided up many of the disciples who came with the Spring Sprout Tokens and sent them into the mountains to collect spiritual items on their behalf."

I was focused on breaking through to the mid-stage of Core Formation and didn't want to concern myself with this matter. I never expected you'd bring in someone like this.

Master Kuzhuo looked at Song Chuan and said calmly.

He didn't release any aura, yet Song Chuan felt like he was being pricked by thorns.

Song Chuanqiang smiled and said, "It is an honor for this junior."

Master Kuzhuo said with a half-smile:

"Since you're already there, I'll make a list, and you can look for any spiritual items you can find on it."

"If you survive and do well, and you're close to breaking through to the late stage of Qi Refining, I'll bestow upon you a Foundation Establishment Pill."

Upon hearing this, Song Chuan could hardly believe his ears and quickly replied, "This junior will certainly live up to your expectations, senior!"

Foundation Establishment Pill! If Master Kuzhuo's words are true, I'll give it my all, no matter what.

This Foundation Establishment Pill is the primary elixir to assist Qi Refining cultivators in establishing their foundation, and it is a priceless treasure that Qi Refining cultivators dream of.

However, this elixir is not only expensive, but also unavailable.

Master Kuzhuo seemed to have remembered something again, and said:

"During this adventure in Kongsang, there is something else that is extremely important to you Qi Refining cultivators: the appearance of the Emperor's Essence!"

You'll find out about this sooner or later, but if you delay the tasks I assigned you because of this, you should know the consequences.

"Senior, rest assured, I know what's important. For the sake of the Foundation Establishment Pill, I know how to make the right choice," Song Chuan said solemnly.

But in his heart, he wondered, "Imperial Dew?" It seemed he'd have to investigate what this was later. If he could avoid missing out, he'd want it all.

After giving his instructions, Master Kuzhuo got up and walked outside.

In just a few steps, he reached mid-air and vanished as a streak of light.

Inside the room, a voice echoed: "Xuanhe, tell him about the wonders of Kongsang."

It was as if the person speaking was still there.

Although Master Kuzhuo had left, Song Chuan's mind was not at ease at all.

"In three years, you've broken through from the fourth level of Qi Refining to the sixth level. Your four spiritual roots have truly impressed me."

Xuan He stroked his long beard and suddenly spoke.

"Kid, do you have some kind of powerful spirit body?" Cheng Tu asked in amazement.

"You two seniors are too kind to this junior. I am actually from a Foundation Establishment family, and my elders gave me a lot of pills when I came here."

The Canxiang Garden is full of spiritual energy. Later, I learned that the pond in the garden is actually a small spiritual eye, which is even more helpful for cultivation.

Furthermore, thanks to the trust of the two seniors, I have been undisturbed here, allowing me to focus wholeheartedly on my cultivation and reach this level.

Song Chuan immediately chimed in, feigning a hint of excitement on his face.

However, what he said about the pond being a spiritual eye was true.

This was, after all, the place where Master Kuzhuo and his Daoist companion cultivated. Back then, that person was able to break through to the Core Formation stage, so it's not surprising that he had a small spiritual eye.

Xuan He looked at Song Chuan, smiled, and the wrinkles on his face trembled a few times: "That makes sense."

"Kid, you're not like me, reaching Foundation Establishment in your thirties, are you? But with your four spiritual roots, one Foundation Establishment Pill might not be enough. Hehe."

"Senior Cheng is too kind. I would be satisfied if I could break through to the late stage of Qi Refining in this lifetime. As for Foundation Establishment, I dare not even think about it," Song Chuan said with a wry smile.

Xuan He sighed softly: "Who can say for sure what will happen in this world? My master's wife had dual spiritual roots, while my master had triple spiritual roots. Now my master is a Core Formation cultivator, but my master's wife is already a handful of dust."

Song Chuan was shocked. Dual spiritual roots? He had never heard of anyone with dual spiritual roots before.

Unexpectedly, the owner of this Canxiang Garden is the same person, and he actually lost to the master Kuzhuo, who has three spiritual roots, in the Core Formation stage!

This really baffled him! It seems that spiritual roots don't determine everything; opportunity, comprehension, and diligence are all indispensable!

One can glean some insight from the Taoist name of this master, Kuzhuo.

Xuan He's expression turned serious: "Now I'll tell you about the strange things happening in Kongsang."

"Hey! My Foundation Establishment is so fast, I've never caught up. I'd like to hear about it too," Cheng Tu said with a chuckle.