Uncle Nine: Scattering beans to create soldiers? I'm using plants and trees to create soldiers.

"Corpse Dissection Immortal?!"

"This method is actually related to the path to immortality?!"

Lin Xuan pondered for a moment, but then a flash of inspiration struck him, and he seemed to have an idea.

Before he could figure it out, Uncle Nine spoke up again.

"The righteous path of corpse liberation is when a cultivator uses death, feigned death, or metamorphosis to detach from the physical body, allowing the spirit to transcend and gain new life."

"Although this path is extremely difficult, the original intention is still to cultivate oneself and shed one's mortal shell."

"But if the righteous method is used in the wrong way, one can use the corpse of another to refine the spirit. Using the corpse as a shell, the soul as fuel, and the power of incense and vows as a guide, one can forcibly stuff a wisp of divinity, evil spirit, or broken divine essence into the corpse."

"Then a divine embryo can be fabricated!"

Uncle Nine's cold voice rang out.

Qiu Sheng and Wen Cai felt a chill run down their spines.

"A fake divine embryo?! How sinister is that?!"

Wen Cai crossed his arms and kept rubbing the goosebumps on his arms.

"So this evil cultivator intends to use this wicked method to create powerful zombies or vengeful ghosts?"

Qiu Sheng couldn't help but ask.

"It's possible, or it's possible that this person wants to use these Yin materials for cultivation."

"Moreover, this method seems to contain elements of curse techniques."

"The array patterns on the woman's belly, the black tortoise-shaped water-suppressing stone on the skeleton, and the dark iron chains... this person likely wanted to use the corpse to suppress the water veins and then use the water veins to nurture the divine fetus!"

As Uncle Nine spoke, his expression grew increasingly grave.

Based on his deduction, this person must have a grand scheme behind setting up such a scheme!

However, his eldest disciple had thwarted this person's plans twice in a row, and had probably become a thorn in this person's side.

Thinking of this, Uncle Nine looked at Lin Xuan, who was deep in thought, and slowly clenched his hands on his lap.

His apprentice must never be targeted by this kind of person!

Therefore, he had to take action and eliminate the other party!

"You mere heretics and evil spirits, if you dare to show your face, I will make you understand the consequences, which you cannot afford to cross!"

Uncle Nine shifted his gaze from Lin Xuan to the spirit turtle statue by the well, a thoughtful look in his eyes.

Since this person has hidden these arrangements in the water veins, could we also use this to destroy his other arrangements and thus divert his attention to ourselves?

But after thinking about it, Uncle Nine shook his head.

This method is unlikely to draw the evil cultivator's hatred to oneself; instead, it might cause him to vent his anger even more on his disciple.

After all, with his current cultivation level, few evil cultivators would dare to make a move against him.

But Lin Xuan might be a different story...

It seems...

We have to find a way to lure him out!

Uncle Nine secretly plotted in his mind and quickly came up with a general plan.

He looked up at Lin Xuan, his tone softening slightly: "Ah Xuan, you must not go out alone these next few days. I have my own plans regarding that evil cultivator. Your most important task right now is to stabilize your cultivation."

"Disciple understands."

Lin Xuan nodded solemnly. He knew that in the Dharma-ending Age, the path of survival was the only way, and he would never take risks without absolute strength.

A sense of crisis lingered in his mind, making his desire to improve his strength even more urgent.

……

After chatting with Uncle Jiu for a while, Lin Xuan took the newly harvested seeds and prepared to start planting.

Lin Xuan went to the water vat, picked up the seed of the Moon Sleeping Lotus, took out scissors, and prepared to cut it open.

Qiu Sheng leaned closer for a couple of glances and couldn't help but ask, "Senior Brother, can't we just throw this thing in the water? Why do we have to cut it?"

"The lotus seed shell is too hard and relatively closed." Lin Xuan said as he found the blunt end of the lotus seed and gently cut open a layer of hard shell.

click-

A crisp sound rang out.

A small crack appeared in the outer shell of the lotus seed, revealing a bit of the light white inner skin.

"If the seed doesn't break open beforehand, it's difficult for moisture to get in, and germination will be much slower if it relies solely on its own strength."

As Lin Xuan spoke, he cut the lotus seed skin slightly to reveal the embryo inside, and then tossed it into the water vat where the exotic blood lotus was located.

"So there are so many intricacies to growing lotus flowers." Wencai stroked his chin.

"No wonder the plants that Senior Brother planted are growing so well. It turns out that Senior Brother really knows a lot!" Qiu Sheng flattered Lin Xuan without leaving a trace.

Lin Xuan glanced at the two of them and then picked up the lightning-struck jujube pit from the table.

The image of the jujube pit flashed through his mind.

This thing has the property of attracting lightning.

Although it's only in the seed stage right now, we still can't be careless.

Lin Xuan chose a relatively open spot in the corner of the courtyard, far away from the water tank, spiritual plants, and other vegetation.

Use a small shovel to dig up the soil, bury the lightning-struck jujube pit inside, and then gently cover it with fine soil.

The location here is relatively safe; even if struck by lightning, it won't affect other plants.

However, once the farmland is expanded, this jujube tree will have to be moved to a more open area.

Then he went to another wall.

Take out the bamboo rice and carefully scatter it into the shallow pit that has been dug.

These bamboo grains are different from ordinary bamboo species; they contain a sharp, vibrant life force.

If it can truly grow into a unique Vajra Bamboo, it will be of great use in the future, whether for refining precious scrolls, bamboo slips, or making the skeletons of plant and wood Taoist soldiers.

After sowing, Lin Xuan picked up the watering can and first watered the jujube pits struck by lightning.

Clear water falls into the soil, and a moist scent slowly spreads.

[Complete one effective sowing, Basic Cultivation Skill Proficiency +1]

[Complete one effective watering, Basic Cultivation Skill Proficiency +1]

Afterwards, Lin Xuan watered the bamboo shoots by the wall.

As the water seeped into the soil, a few bamboo grains shone faintly, like tiny points of light shining deep within the earth.

[Complete one effective sowing, Basic Cultivation Skill Proficiency +1]

[Complete one effective watering, Basic Cultivation Skill Proficiency +1]

......

Hearing the notification sound in his ear, Lin Xuan was very satisfied.

These three seeds are the most promising of all plants!

As long as we train them, we won't have to worry about improving their strength!

After tending to these three types of plants, Lin Xuan picked up the enhanced exotic gourd vine.

The gourd vine roots are still active, the vine is flexible, and several gourd buds the size of rice grains hang between the nodes, with a faint glow on their surface.

Lin Xuan dug a shallow trench near the wall and buried the roots of the gourd vine in the soil.

Qiu Sheng glanced at it a few times and immediately realized what was going on.

"Senior Brother, won't these vines need to climb the trellis?"

Lin Xuan nodded: "Yes, it's best to bring one."

Qiu Sheng turned and ran to the storage room, quickly bringing back several wooden stakes and bamboo poles.

Wencai also brought over some hemp rope.

The three of them worked for a while, inserting wooden stakes into the soil, building a frame with bamboo poles, and finally securing it with hemp rope.

Lin Xuan gently guided the exotic gourd vine onto the trellis. The vines twined around the bamboo poles, and the leaves unfurled, as if they had finally found the right spot.

After watering is complete, the system notification sounded again.

[Complete one effective watering, Basic Cultivation Skill Proficiency +1]

Next, Lin Xuan planted the Dendrobium nobile in a shady place.

Lin Xuan planted the Concentration Grass separately in a flowerpot.

He divided the water lilies into two small pots.

As for the remaining gray-quality plants, Lin Xuan did not waste them.

Plant what should be planted in the field, place what should be placed against the wall, and put what should be put in pots.

During this time, Chen Bingwen brought gifts to thank Lin Xuan for his help. After seeing Uncle Jiu return, he sat for a while and then left.

After that, Lin Xuan continued to work in the backyard.

Before long, the once spacious backyard of the mortuary was completely filled with all kinds of plants.

Water tanks, flower pots, bamboo racks, medicinal herbs, and spiritual plants... are scattered about, creating a vibrant scene.

At first glance, the place is filled with spiritual energy, giving it a feel of a small spiritual field in a blessed land.

Looking at the somewhat cramped layout of the backyard, Lin Xuan's mind began to wander.

Now that his level of the "Huangting Jing" has been improved, the area he can cover when reciting the sutra is much larger than before.

Logically speaking, he could have cultivated more farmland.

But the backyard of the mortuary is only this big.

With so many plants, it's really getting a bit cramped.

Thinking of this, Lin Xuan turned and went to the main room.

Uncle Nine was arranging talisman papers when he saw him come in. He looked up and asked, "Finished planting?"

Lin Xuan nodded: "That's about it. However, the backyard is limited in space. This disciple would like to discuss with Master whether the mortuary can be expanded further in the future?"

"You want to expand the spirit field?" Uncle Nine put down his work and asked.

"Um."

Lin Xuan said, "Now that there are more and more plants, the backyard is already a bit crowded. In a while, if the lightning-struck jujube pits, the exotic Vajra bamboo, and the gourd vines grow, the space will be even more cramped."

Uncle Nine put down the talisman in his hand and pondered for a moment.

"Expansion is an option. But you need to think carefully. With a bigger place, your belongings will be more likely to be coveted."

Lin Xuan's brows twitched slightly.

Uncle Nine continued, "The plants you used to grow were of ordinary quality, at most attracting some birds to peck at them. But now it's different. You're cultivating more and more things, and their quality is getting better and better. Sooner or later, their aura will spread."

"At that time, who knows what kind of spirits, wild animals, or even evil cultivators might target us."

Uncle Nine's tone became a bit more forceful.

"Unless you can guard the fields day and night, you'd better think carefully about the walls, formations, and defenses. There should be at least one wall to block the view of outsiders and also to keep out wild animals from spying."

Lin Xuan nodded seriously after hearing this.

Master's words make a lot of sense.

The expansion of Lingtian is definitely necessary.

However, before expansion, the protective forces must also keep up.

Otherwise, if the spiritual plants he painstakingly cultivated were eaten by wild animals, stolen by spirits, or even targeted by evil cultivators, then all his previous efforts would be in vain.

The soldiers protecting the fields are rampant!

The thought immediately popped into Lin Xuan's mind.

He needs to train the field protectors as soon as possible.

The key to raising rampaging soldiers lies in the "Spirit-Stabilizing Technique" on the exotic gourd vine.

Only by mastering the method of spirit dwelling can he stably entrust his soul to plants, objects, or even rattan armor.

With this in mind, Lin Xuan had already made his decision.

Next, resources should be piled onto the exotic gourd vines.

Quickly accelerate the development of the "Spirit Absorption Technique"!

Only in this way can he truly have the means to raise a large army.

Lin Xuan scanned the system's inventory with his consciousness.

There, a soul-collecting talisman lay quietly.

Within the talisman lies a wisp of a sorcerer's soul from his early stages.

That soul was taken from the body of the Xuan Turtle Suppressing Water Stone.

If the resentment can be washed away and the spirit refined anew, it could serve as the foundation for the first army of field protectors.

Lin Xuan came out of the main room and returned to the backyard.

He placed the water lily near himself and then sat cross-legged on the futon.

The water lily's deep blue petals gently unfurl, releasing a subtle, cool aura that soothes the mind.

Upon seeing this, Qiu Sheng and Wen Cai's eyes lit up immediately.

The two moved quickly, each taking a cushion from the house and sitting down not far from Lin Xuan.

Qiu Sheng cleared his throat: "Senior Brother, we'll recite with you."

Wen Cai nodded quickly: "Yes, yes, let's cultivate together, let's cultivate together."

Lin Xuan glanced at them but didn't chase them away.

He closed his eyes, and the Daoist Qi within his body flowed slowly as he began to recite the "Huang Ting Jing".

The clear sound of chanting rang out in the backyard.

At first, the sound wasn't loud.

But as Lin Xuan's breathing gradually stabilized, the sound of the scriptures spread outwards like ripples on water.

Qiu Sheng and Wen Cai recited a few lines along with him, and their initially unsteady minds were quickly brought into focus by Lin Xuan's rhythm.

Their breathing gradually slowed down, and the distracting thoughts on their faces lessened considerably.

System notifications kept appearing before Lin Xuan's eyes.

[You have completed one effective recitation of the sutra, and your "Huang Ting Jing" experience points have increased by 1.]

[Plants absorb the meaning of scriptures and teachings, thus increasing their maturity.]

[You have completed a valid recitation of the sutra. Due to the influence of the Water Soul Flower, your understanding has deepened. Your experience points for the "Huang Ting Jing" have increased by 2.]

[Plants absorb the meaning of scriptures and teachings, thus increasing their maturity.]

[You have completed a valid recitation of the sutra. Due to the influence of the Water Soul Flower, your understanding has deepened. Your experience points for the "Huang Ting Jing" have increased by 2.]

[Plants absorb the meaning of scriptures and teachings, thus increasing their maturity.]

......

The scriptures drifted away on the wind.

The leaves of the exotic blood lotus shimmered with a faint red light, and its underwater roots extended outward, gently enveloping the three blood soul stones.

A large amount of medicinal power is drawn out by the roots and flows along the lotus root into the lotus seedpod.

Each lotus seed, nourished by the medicinal properties and influenced by the scriptures, turned an increasingly deep crimson.

In another water tank, the Corpse Soul Vine quietly coiled.

The yin energy and dark aura on the vines were washed away by the scriptures again and again, slowly dissipating.

The chilling and eerie feeling gradually faded, replaced by a calm and composed aura.

In the corner, in a ceramic jar, Xiao Jin was originally soaking in the medicinal liquid.

Upon hearing Lin Xuan's chanting, it slowly poked its head out.

A pair of small eyes first looked around warily, then became drawn to the scriptures.

It jumped onto the edge of the jar, its little head swaying gently with the scriptures, and a dreamy look gradually appeared in its eyes.

After listening for a while, Xiao Jin seemed to finally lose his temper.

It lowered its head and quickly licked the medicine off its body, then jumped off the pottery jar.

pat-

The tiny body landed on the ground.

It hopped over to Lin Xuan's side, lay down beside his legs, its eyes half-closed, as if it were about to fall asleep.

As the chanting of scriptures reached his ears, Xiao Jin felt a warm sensation throughout his body.

The medicinal power that had not been fully absorbed was now rapidly penetrating into the flesh and blood.

Its yin energy is also gradually weakening.

Little Gold was so comfortable that it spread its paws out and made a very soft gurgling sound in its throat.

At the entrance of the main room.

Uncle Nine was standing there at some point.

He didn't say anything, but just quietly looked at the backyard.

Lin Xuan sat cross-legged on a futon and chanted scriptures.

Qiu Sheng and Wen Cai then entered a meditative state.

Water spirit flowers sway, exotic blood lotuses turn red, corpse spirit vines dispel yin energy, and gourd vines gently stretch along the bamboo frame.

Even the little toad that originally carried an eerie aura gradually calmed down under the baptism of the scriptures.

The entire backyard of the mortuary seemed to be enveloped in a layer of gentle vitality.

A complex look appeared in Uncle Nine's eyes.

This natural Dao is truly profound and mysterious.

Others chanting scriptures are merely cultivating themselves.

But when Lin Xuan chanted the scriptures, it seemed as if he could inspire the surrounding plants, trees, and spirits to cultivate as well.

Plants and trees benefit, and so do spiritual beings.

Conversely, these plants and spiritual substances nourish Lin Xuan himself.

This is a path of cultivation that is extremely suitable for the Dharma-ending Age.

Uncle Nine looked for a long time, then finally let out a soft breath and turned back into the house.

Time flies by.

The next day, in the morning, Uncle Nine found Lin Xuan with a stack of talismans.

"Ah Xuan, here is the talisman you requested."

"Thank you, Master." After receiving the Golden Light Talisman, Lin Xuan let out a long breath, his eyes sparkling with excitement.

Next, it's time to enlighten those Corpse Soul Vines!