253: Refining the Heaven-Breaking Pill

Uncle Lingshan's words were like a huge stone thrown into a calm lake, stirring up ripples in the side hall of the ancestral shrine. The Elders exchanged glances, their faces showing shock and deep thought.

"Mortal clan territory? The Lin Family of Dakang City?"

Elder Lin Yuanshan stroked his beard and pondered:

"Lingshan, is this matter... too risky? Immortals and Mortals are separate. Suddenly introducing a large group of Mortals, not to mention the long journey, how can we ensure their unwavering loyalty?

Furthermore, they do not possess Spiritual Roots. In this place rich with Spiritual Qi, they might not even be able to adapt to ordinary labor. Wouldn't that just create extra burdens?"

Uncle Lingshan's tiger-like eyes were bright, and his voice was steady and powerful, carrying an undeniable resolution:

"How could I not be aware of the Elders' concerns? However, in extraordinary times, we must take extraordinary measures!

Although the Mortal branch of our Lin Family lacks Immortal fate, they have passed down martial arts for generations, valuing loyalty, righteousness, filial piety, and fraternity. They have never disobeyed the orders of our Immortal Clan. Their loyalty is far superior to that of Loose Cultivators whose origins are unknown!"

He stood up, his sturdy figure casting a long shadow in the candlelight, his tone growing more impassioned:

"As for the adaptation issue, it is nothing to worry about! Top-tier Mortal Martial Artists possess vigorous Qi and blood, and strong bones and muscles, far surpassing ordinary people.

They only need a little conditioning, supplemented by secret medicine, to withstand the Spiritual Qi here. More importantly—"

His gaze swept over everyone, finally resting on Jingyu's calm, placid face, and he spoke clearly, word by word:

"Jingyu has promised to open the furnace and refine the 'heaven-breaking pill'! This Medicinal Pill is a Tier 2 Spirit Pill, capable of helping Mortal Martial Artists Break through the Innate barrier, cleanse their Marrow and Qi, and greatly stimulate their potential!

Once they step into the Innate realm, it is equivalent to touching the threshold of Qi Refining. Although they lack Spiritual Roots and cannot directly absorb Spiritual Qi to Cultivate advanced Cultivation Techniques, their physique, five senses, and lifespan will all greatly increase. They will be more than capable of serving as guards or engaging in mining and farming!

If there are those among them with extraordinary talent and willpower, they might even be able to enter the Dao through martial arts, using the power of Medicinal Pills and Spiritual Materials to forcefully 'Awaken their Spirit,' adding another layer of combat strength Foundation to our Lin Family!"

"The heaven-breaking pill?"

Another Elder exclaimed in surprise, his face filled with disbelief.

"This Medicinal Pill is extremely difficult to refine, requiring rare medicinal ingredients. It is seldom circulated even in the cultivation world. Is the cost of refining it just to enlighten a few Mortal Martial Artists... too great?"

Jingyu, who had been sitting quietly with his eyes closed, slowly opened them now. His eyes were as deep as a sea of stars, and his voice was calm but carried the power to stabilize the world:

"Resources, when used correctly, are not wasted. The rise of a Family depends on people. Reliable manpower is more important than Spirit Stones or Magical Artifacts.

Although the heaven-breaking pill is precious, if it can secure dozens or even hundreds of loyal Innate Martial Artists whose strength rivals the Early Stage of Qi Refining, thus solidifying the Foundation of our Lin Family, then it is worthwhile. My decision on this matter is final."

The certainty and foresight in his words shocked everyone present, and no one raised any further objections. Jingyu's prestige in the Lin Family now far exceeded the limits of his age and cultivation base; no one dared to slight his judgment.

"Good!" Uncle Lingshan nodded heavily, his face glowing with excitement. "Since that is the case, we must not delay! I will immediately select personnel and set off tonight!"

Jingyu nodded slightly and added:

"Uncle Lingshan, this trip must be kept secret. The people you select should prioritize Heart-Nature and loyalty, followed by Foundation and potential.

You can take the 'Spirit Testing Stone' from the Family treasury; it can roughly sense their Qi and blood Foundation and the patency of their Meridians, serving as a reference.

If anyone possesses a Spiritual Root, bring them along, provided they are not too old.

In addition, take more 'Concealment Talismans' and 'Swift Travel Talismans' to help you hide your tracks and speed up your journey."

"Understood!" Uncle Lingshan clasped his fists in acknowledgment. Acting swiftly and decisively, he immediately turned to arrange the selection of personnel.

Uncle Lingshan carefully selected four core Lin Family disciples whose cultivation bases ranged from the Qi Refining Fourth Layer to the sixth layer. They were meticulous, agile, and absolutely trustworthy.

They were Lin Dashan, Lin Xiaohu, Lin Xuan, and a female cultivator named Lin Qingyu who specialized in tracking and concealment.

"Uncle Lingshan, please be careful. If you encounter irresistible force, preserving yourselves is paramount. The Family... cannot afford any more unnecessary losses."

Jingyu looked at this Elder, who had worked tirelessly for the Family for half his life, his tone carrying a trace of imperceptible concern.

Uncle Lingshan's tiger-like eyes were slightly red, and he patted his chest hard: "Jingyu, rest assured! I understand! I will not fail the mission!"

Having said that, the five people wasted no time. Activating the Concealment Talismans, their figures silently merged into the shadows of the night and left Lin Family Village.

They summoned a fast, shuttle-shaped low-grade Flying Magical Artifact obtained from a demonic cultivator in a Secret Realm. It transformed into a barely perceptible streak of light and sped toward Dakang City in the southeast direction.

Inside the pill room, the three yang furnace stood quietly. The furnace body had three legs and a round belly, and the three Golden Crow patterns carved on it seemed ready to take flight under the faint light.

With a wave of Jingyu's hand, several Spiritual Plants of varying shapes and vibrant Spiritual Qi floated in the air. These were the main medicinal ingredients required for refining the heaven-breaking pill, obtained from that Secret Realm, with ample medicinal age and excellent quality.

The supplementary ingredients were purchased in bulk at the Southeast Market Town.

He held his breath and focused his attention, forming a hand seal. A wisp of pale gold Pill Fire shot out from his fingertip and accurately landed at the bottom of the furnace. "Buzz..." The three yang furnace emitted a low hum, the furnace body rapidly heated up, and the Golden Crow patterns on it faintly turned red.

Adding the medicine, tempering, melting the liquid, condensing the pill... Jingyu's movements were smooth and flowing, possessing a unique rhythmic beauty.

His Divine Sense was highly concentrated, like the most precise instrument, meticulously controlling every subtle change and Fusion of medicinal power inside the furnace. Sometimes he used a gentle flame to slowly simmer and extract the essence; other times, he used a fierce flame to quickly urge out the Impurities.

The pill room was filled with medicinal fragrance, sometimes clear and cool, sometimes rich and mellow. The various scents skillfully blended, refreshing the heart and mind. The furnace fire illuminated his calm and focused profile. Fine beads of sweat seeped from his temples but were instantly evaporated by the Spiritual Power circulating around his body.

After the time it takes for one stick of incense to burn, brilliant multi-colored light suddenly erupted in the pill room, and a strange fragrance assaulted the nostrils!

"Open!" Jingyu shouted softly, and the furnace lid lifted in response.

At the bottom of the furnace lay four Spirit Pills the size of longans. The Medicinal Pills were round and flawless, their surfaces flowing with profound cloud-patterned pill halos. The precious light was contained within, and the strange fragrance assailed the nostrils. They were exactly High Grade heaven-breaking pills.

After resting for a while, Jingyu continued to open the furnace and refine Medicinal Pills... Dakang City, located about five hundred miles southeast of the Black Mountain Range in a Mortal plain area, was a prosperous major city with a population of several hundred thousand.

The forces within the city were intricate and intertwined, yet the Lin Family, relying on its century-old martial arts Legacy and its subtle connection to the main cultivation branch of the Family.

Was also considered a local magnate, occupying a large area of residences in the west of the city and boasting numerous descendants.

It was afternoon, and shouts echoed continuously across the Lin Family training ground. Dozens of Lin Family descendants, young and old, were diligently practicing martial arts. Fists whistled, and blade light flashed, presenting a scene of thriving prosperity.

The current Clan Chief of the Mortal Lin Family, Clan Leader of the Mortal Branch, was about fifty years old, stout, and ruddy-faced. His cultivation base had reached the Acquired Peak, only one step away from glimpsing the Innate realm.

He stood on the side with his hands behind his back, supervising the disciples' training, yet a hint of persistent worry clouded his brow.