Crow Immortal: I Can Duplicate Infinite Resources

Chapter 185: The Successor

After Han Yu displayed the wooden bracelet, Sect Leader Qi and the Elders examined it carefully. After exchanging a few words, they dismissed him to consolidate his new cultivation base at the Ninth Layer of Qi Refining.

Han Yu bowed to the Sect Leader and the Elders, then returned to his residence to adapt to the leap from the Seventh to the Ninth Layer of Qi Refining.

His Spirit Breath had surged, his body had strengthened, and his lifespan had increased—these were the direct improvements.

With Han Yu’s breakthrough, his Beast Heart Psychic Pact could now contract more crows, his Star Luo Threads could condense in greater numbers, and the number of times he could use his Spirit Breath to activate Foundation Establishment talismans had also increased.

Moreover, his daily replication ability had improved slightly.

This meant that, aside from replicating two Qi Refining Spirit Boosting Pills daily for cultivation, Han Yu finally had the surplus capacity to slowly accumulate replications of the Thousand-Year Sunkwood Heart, Ancestral Tree Spirit Liquid, Sword Heart Spirit Crystal, and Talisman Treasures.

He could also spare the effort to resume cultivating the Blood Refining Technique.

Unnoticed, night fell. Han Yu walked into the courtyard, preparing to cultivate the seventh Star Luo Thread under the bright stars, when Elder Lü walked out with a smile.

“Disciple, come here. Let me tell you about Foundation Establishment.”

After Han Yu approached, Elder Lü did not discuss Foundation Establishment. Instead, he talked about the deliberations between the Sect Leader and the Elders after Han Yu left the hall.

Han Yu’s favor from the Ancestral Tree, along with the additional Spirit Infusion Power that brought him to the Ninth Layer of Qi Refining—making Foundation Establishment achievable within two to three years—not only brought glory to Elder Lü but also proved Han Yu’s future potential and trustworthiness.

If such a talented disciple, who had passed the Ancestral Tree Earth Vein, gained the Ancestral Tree’s recognition, undergone trials, and rendered merit, was not reliable, then which disciple could be?

For this reason, Sect Leader Qi proposed a contingency plan, circulated only among the Elders and not to be disclosed to other Deacons or disciples.

If, in twenty-five years, Wanchun Valley truly could not withstand the Myriad Phenomena Sect from the Central Heaven Domain and was wiped out, the next generation would be entrusted to Han Yu.

Upon hearing this, Han Yu was astonished. “Master, how could I shoulder such a heavy responsibility as inheriting Wanchun Valley’s legacy?”

“If not you, then who?”

Elder Lü said with a smile, “Setting aside the numerous recognitions, merits, and trials you’ve undergone, just your ‘Universal Comprehension’ talent and your role as an instructor at the Battle Hall are universally acknowledged among the disciples. Which disciple can compare to you now?”

“You’ve also practiced the Spirit Root Refining Art. At the Foundation Establishment realm, you’ll effectively have Dual Spirit Roots; at the Golden Core realm, you’ll have a Single Spirit Root.”

“Even aptitude won’t hinder you. Once you reach Foundation Establishment, you’ll only progress more smoothly. You are the best candidate to entrust with Wanchun Valley’s future legacy.”

Han Yu was deeply moved and said sincerely, “Master, since childhood, I’ve suffered bitterly. When I first entered the sect as a Novice, I trusted few others and only cultivated for self-preservation. Being young and weak in cultivation at the time, I could only protect myself.”

“Now, having received your and the sect’s generous nurturing, how could I refuse any command from the sect in the future?”

Having been under Elder Lü’s tutelage for two years, Elder Lü had naturally inquired about his past. Hearing him mention it, Elder Lü comforted him.

“You have no home outside. From now on, consider the sect your home.”

“If that day truly comes and you become Wanchun Valley’s successor, you’ll become the patriarch of everyone.”

Afterward, Elder Lü returned to the topic of preparations before Foundation Establishment.

“As I said in the hall today, when Body, Spirit, and Mind are fully nourished, you can attempt to break through to Foundation Establishment.”

“Based on my experience, cultivating the Ninth Layer of Qi Refining until your Spirit Breath can no longer increase—reaching absolute Perfection—means ‘Spirit’ is ready for Foundation Establishment. Keep your body uninjured, preferably consuming some body-nourishing spirit medicines, so ‘Body’ can also meet the requirements for Foundation Establishment.”

“Similarly, taking pills and spirit medicines like the Clear Heart Qi Gathering Pill can help ‘Mind’ meet the requirements for Foundation Establishment.”

“However, this is the most ordinary method for Foundation Establishment. Success largely depends on luck; moreover, a poor Foundation Establishment is like a spirit herb seedling soaked in sewage instead of spiritual spring water—it will result in limited efficacy or even unusable impurities.”

“With your aptitude, I’d rather you take it slow than hastily gamble on luck. To go far, you must eat your fill first. Rushing to break through hastily will only lead to failure.”

Han Yu listened to his master’s teachings and nodded seriously. “Master, I’ll follow your arrangements.”

Seeing Han Yu neither arrogant nor impatient, but calm and steady, Elder Lü was even more satisfied.

“Then listen to me.”

“Starting tomorrow, while cultivating your Spirit Breath, practice two additional arts: one to train your body, making your flesh and blood robust; one to train your spirit, making your soul strong.”

“When your Spirit Breath is sufficient, and your flesh, blood, and soul are all powerful, Foundation Establishment will not only become much easier but also allow you to forge an excellent foundation for Cultivation, promising great future prospects.”

Han Yu listened carefully, nodded, then pondered and asked, “Master, Senior Brother Li Tonghai gifted me the Soul-Condensing Sword Technique, saying it can condense the soul and break illusionary body techniques. Can I use it to strengthen my soul?”

Elder Lü nodded. “From the description, it should work.”

“Try cultivating it tomorrow. I’ll help you see how this Soul-Condensing Sword Technique compares to our Wanchun Valley’s soul-nourishing techniques.”

Han Yu asked further, “The Blood Talisman in my dantian already has seven patterns. Can I use this method to enhance my flesh and blood, making my body robust?”

Elder Lü paused, his tone hesitant. “This… can it work?”

“No one has ever cultivated a Demonic Art’s Blood Talisman like you without any cost or adverse effects… Personally, I’d rather you not continue cultivating this Blood Talisman. It might be hard to explain, or it could be exploited by Demonic Cultivators.”

Han Yu said earnestly, “Master, when the Saint Blood Perfected One came to Wanchun Valley and used a blood pill to cause those in our sect practicing the Blood Refining Technique to lose their minds and fall into chaos, I already had the Blood Talisman and wasn’t affected in the slightest.”

“I’m certain outsiders cannot activate my Blood Talisman.”

Elder Lü was surprised. “You had it back then—oh, right, you knew Zhu Sanyuan earlier than when you became my disciple.”

“That wretched Zhu Sanyuan, causing trouble so early!”

“Fortunately, you are blessed by heaven and exceptionally talented, or you truly would have been harmed by him.”

Elder Lü reached out to carefully examine Han Yu’s physical condition, then said thoughtfully, “Thanks to the Blood Talisman, your body’s vitality is endless and extremely vigorous.”

“But no matter how vigorous, it’s still not like specialized body refinement techniques that make your skin and flesh tough, with strength surpassing nine oxen and two tigers.”

“I’m not sure if relying solely on the Blood Talisman is suitable for Foundation Establishment. To be safe, spend more time externally training your body. That should give you more confidence in breaking through to Foundation Establishment.”

Han Yu acknowledged his understanding.

Since his master said so, starting tomorrow, he would practice an additional body refinement technique and the Soul-Condensing Sword Technique to prepare for future Foundation Establishment.

The next morning, Elder Lü went to the Technique Pavilion to select a suitable body refinement technique for Han Yu, while Han Yu took his three crows to the Battle Hall for his teaching duties.

Upon entering, he saw Bai Shiqi, Qi Feiyan, Hua Qi, and several others, along with a few new Novice disciples, all present. Han Yu’s steps paused slightly before returning to normal.

Let’s see what you’re really up to.