368: Chapter 369 Registered Offering!

She paused for a moment, took out a jade-green jade slip from the Storage Pouch at her waist, stirred her Divine Sense slightly to imprint some content onto it, and then handed it to Ye Changge:

"If Fellow Daoist Ye does not mind, here are some insights on Spirit Plant cultivation that I have accumulated over the years. A few sections happen to cover the cultivation methods for the raw Materials of second-rank talismans."

"I noticed you mentioned Talismans earlier, so I assume the Ye Family also operates a Talisman business."

"If you can cultivate stable Green-Veined Spirit Hemp and Red Flame Grass on a large scale in this spirit field, you can save on the costs of purchasing from outside and become self-sufficient."

"As for those few high-grade Spirit Medicines used as auxiliary ingredients for the foundation establishment pill, it would be best to set up a small Spirit-Gathering Array to concentrate the Spiritual Qi from within a few miles into the medicine garden. Otherwise, given the concentration of Spiritual Qi in this area, I fear it would be difficult to support their normal growth."

She spoke a great deal in one breath, her logic clear and well-founded. Every suggestion hit the nail on the head, clearly demonstrating a very solid foundation and rich practical experience in the Dao of Spirit Plant cultivation.

Ye Changge took the jade slip, pressed it against his brow to browse through it quickly, and then looked up, his eyes filled with pleasant surprise.

"This generous gift from Fellow Daoist Xiao is truly like sending charcoal in snowy weather for I, Ye! My Ye Family was just worrying about having no one to guide us in Spirit Plant matters. With these suggestions from Fellow Daoist Xiao, I now have seventy percent confidence in the planning of Muling Cliff."

Ye Changge carefully put away the jade-green jade slip, and his gaze toward Xiao Qingxue held a few more shades of respect.

Xiao Qingxue shook her head slightly, her tone humble:

"Fellow Daoist Ye, you are too kind. These are just some superficial experiences and cannot be considered a generous gift. On the contrary, Fellow Daoist Ye is already at the Foundation Establishment stage at such a young age and manages such a large family business; that is truly worthy of admiration."

The two walked slowly along the edge of the spirit field. Ye Changge's heart stirred, and he took the opportunity to ask:

"Fellow Daoist Xiao, to tell you the truth, although I, Ye, started my career through the Dao of Talismans, I am a complete layman when it comes to the Dao of Spirit Plant cultivation. Hearing your words today, I only now realize that the knowledge within is so profound."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Qingxue smiled slightly, her gaze falling on the newly reclaimed spirit field, her tone gentle yet carrying a hint of seriousness:

"The Dao of Spirit Plant cultivation, strictly speaking, does not have a high threshold. One only needs to learn a few basic techniques, such as the 'Rain Transformation Technique' to regulate the humidity of the spirit field, the 'Lesser Cloud and Rain Technique' to gather water vapor for irrigating the Spiritual Plants, the 'Spring Breeze Technique' to stimulate the growth of the Spiritual Plants, and the 'Catalysis Technique' to accelerate the maturation cycle of the Spiritual Plants. Then, one can barely be considered a Spirit Plant Husbandman."

She paused for a moment and continued:

"But if you want to go a step further and promote from a first-rank Spirit Plant Husbandman to a second-rank Spirit Plant Master, it is not as simple as just being proficient in the techniques. You need to master these techniques thoroughly and execute them with extreme precision."

"For example, the size, falling speed, and uniformity of the raindrops when casting the 'Rain Transformation Technique' will all affect the absorption efficiency of the Spiritual Plant's root System. If the Spiritual Qi frequency of the 'Spring Breeze Technique' aligns with the breathing rhythm of the Spiritual Plant, the growth-promoting effect can be increased by thirty percent."

Ye Changge listened attentively, nodding from time to time.

Seeing that he was listening intently, Xiao Qingxue continued:

"And the most crucial thing is to learn how to 'Observe the Land.' Different spirit fields, the composition of the soil, the permeability of Spiritual Qi, the direction of underground hidden veins, and even the trace elements contained in the soil, all determine what kind of Spiritual Plant is suitable for that plot of land."

"Take Red Flame Grass, for example. It can grow better fire attributes when planted in sandy spirit soil, whereas it would wither and droop if planted in humus spirit soil."

She crouched down, picked up a pinch of soil, rubbed it between her fingertips, brought it to her nose to smell it, and then said:

"Like the soil here at Muling Cliff, the texture is loose, and the Spiritual Qi permeability is good, but the water retention capacity is slightly weak. It is suitable for planting Spiritual Plants with well-developed root Systems like Green-Veined Spirit Hemp, but it is not very suitable for planting Orchid Grass, which has higher requirements for moisture."

Ye Changge listened to her coherent analysis and nodded inwardly.

As expected, of the hundred arts of the Cultivation World, every single one requires deep cultivation and meticulous work.

The Dao of Talismans has its own mysteries, and the Dao of Spirit Plant cultivation also has its own knowledge.

Although he had risen quickly thanks to the Talisman Legacy rewarded by the System, when it came to true depth, compared to these Cultivators who had been immersed in the Dao for many years, he was ultimately still lacking somewhat.

"Hearing these words from Fellow Daoist Xiao today is truly better than ten years of study," Ye Changge said sincerely.

Xiao Qingxue stood up, brushed the soil off her hands, and smiled:

"Fellow Daoist Ye, you flatter me. However, if you truly intend to cultivate Spiritual Plants on a large scale at Muling Cliff, there are still some details that need attention."

She then brought up a few more specific suggestions.

How to divide different cultivation areas according to the terrain, how to arrange Spirit-Guiding Channels to channel the Spiritual Qi from the mountains into the core area of the medicine garden, and how to plant several rows of Spirit-Gathering Bamboo around the spirit field as a natural barrier to both gather Spiritual Qi and prevent the aura of the Spiritual Plants from leaking and attracting Yao Beasts.

Ye Changge noted them down one by one, feeling more and more that this woman was capable of great tasks.

When Xiao Qingxue had finished explaining the basic direction of the spirit field planning, Ye Changge pondered for a moment, then suddenly stopped, turned to look at her with a serious expression, and said in a solemn tone:

"Fellow Daoist Xiao, today's conversation has truly opened my eyes. I wonder if you have any interest in coming to my Ye Family to serve as a Spirit Plant Guest Elder?"

Xiao Qingxue was slightly stunned.

Ye Changge continued:

"My Ye Family of Longmai Mountain was established not long ago. In our medicine fields and spirit fields, there is at most only a first-rank Spirit Plant Master stationed there, and we are almost completely blank regarding high-grade Spiritual Plants. I have seen your attainments in the Dao of Spirit Plant cultivation with my own eyes today, and I truly admire them. If you are willing to condescend, my Ye Family is willing to treat you with the courtesy of a Guest Elder, with preferential treatment."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Qingxue was slightly stunned at first, then a look of contemplation flashed in her eyes.

She did not agree immediately, but instead weighed her words before saying gently: "Fellow Daoist Ye, I appreciate your kindness. However, I currently serve as a deacon in the medicine fields of the Lingxiao Sect, responsible for managing a batch of second-rank Spiritual Plants for the Sect. Although my daily duties are not heavy, I cannot leave the Sect at will."

She paused and added: "However, Fellow Daoist Ye, you need not be disappointed. My Lingxiao Sect does not object to Sect Disciples earning a living outside or taking on some private work, as long as it does not affect the completion of the duties assigned by the Sect. After all, there is an old saying in the Cultivation World: 'Wealth, Companions, Location, and Method'—with wealth ranking first. As long as one is cultivating, one cannot avoid burning money, and indeed, quite a lot of it."

Upon hearing this, Ye Changge's heart suddenly brightened a little.

He naturally understood what Xiao Qingxue meant. A Cultivator like her, who is proficient in the art of Spirit Plant cultivation, may be valued within the Sect, but the monthly Spirit Stone stipend she receives is likely limited. If she could secure a position as a Guest Elder outside, she could earn extra income without affecting her main job, so why not?

Ye Changge immediately laughed and said: "That makes it easy. To be honest, I am not asking you to reside in the Ye Family, Fellow Daoist. You only need to hold the title of Guest Elder at Longmai Mountain."