130: Chapter 130 Time to go out and cause some trouble, no, I mean go out for a walk.

Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, another half a year has passed.

The situation in Qinghe Prefecture has gradually stabilized under the joint governance of the Four-Sect Alliance.

The trade route opened with Pingling Prefecture has also begun to take shape; the interaction between the Cultivators of the two prefectures is becoming increasingly frequent, presenting a scene of prosperity.

Over the past half year, the Su Family has become an emerging force in Qinghe Prefecture that no one can ignore.

With Su Yunling as a backer in the Tiangang Sect, the Four Seas Chamber of Commerce and Zhenpin Pavilion providing protection in business, and the management skills of Su Yunhao and his father.

The Su Family has not only taken control of Qinghe County, but its influence has also radiated to several surrounding counties.

The strength of the Family is improving at an astonishing speed every day.

And Su Cheng, the mastermind behind all this, still lives a secluded life.

Inside the secret room, Su Cheng looked at a palm-sized mirror (referring to a mirror here, not a water vessel) floating in front of him, made entirely of an unknown green metal, with a satisfied look on his face.

This was the prototype of the wanbao mirror that he had spent half a year exploring and refining.

Of course, he had asked Lin Feng from the Prefecture City to have someone craft the mirror into this shape.

The back of the mirror was engraved with dense and complex Formation patterns, its complexity far exceeding that of an ordinary high-grade magic tool.

The Formation was drawn based on his study of the hundred soul banner, applying what he learned to new contexts.

The mirror surface was as smooth as water, with a faint treasure light flowing through it.

In the past half year, he had fed most of the Heaven And Earth Treasures scavenged from that demonic Cultivator's Storage Pouch to this mirror.

Now, the wanbao mirror had successfully incorporated the Origin spirituality of more than a dozen Materials, including second-rank spiritual Materials: Profound Yin Heavy Water, Scarlet Flame Crystal, and Essence of Gengjin.

With a thought, Su Cheng injected a wisp of creation spirit liquid into the mirror.

Hum!

A flash of light rippled across the green mirror surface.

The next moment, a flame Flying Sword composed entirely of scarlet crystals shot out from the mirror, circling and dancing within the secret room, bringing with it a wave of scorching heat.

He performed another hand seal, and the flame Flying Sword instantly dissipated, turning into specks of firelight that merged back into the mirror.

Immediately after, a shield composed of black heavy water emerged from the mirror, emitting a heavy and solid aura.

"Offense and defense in one, changing at will. Not bad."

Su Cheng nodded.

Although the current wanbao mirror was still just a semi-finished product, its power was probably no less than that of any supreme grade Magical Artifact.

More importantly, it had infinite growth potential.

As long as it could continuously incorporate new Heaven And Earth Treasures, its power would continue to increase.

"However, it would be better to find more rare spiritual Materials and Ores," Su Cheng said somewhat helplessly.

To allow the wanbao mirror to continue growing, he had to find more and more Advanced Heaven And Earth Treasures.

Relying on the Four Seas Chamber of Commerce to slowly collect these resources and then send them to him was too inefficient.

He had to go to the Prefecture City to directly or indirectly interface with the chamber of commerce to promote this matter more efficiently.

More importantly, even with the help of supreme-grade pills, the share was too small; his Su Family had three Foundation Establishment members.

The current quantity of second-tier spiritual herbs and Spirit Pills was simply not enough.

Moreover, relying solely on closed-door cultivation, it would take at least five to eight years to achieve a Breakthrough to Foundation Establishment Mid-stage, which was too slow.

He needed a broader world to seek Opportunities and speed up his cultivation.

There was also a pressing problem before him: he could already refine supreme grade second-rank pills. Once the business of Zhenpin Pavilion expanded to Tianlan Province City, with the huge profits brought by second-rank pills, the Four Seas Chamber of Commerce and the Lin Family might find it difficult to hide his identity.

At that time, his existence would inevitably attract attention from a higher level.

An Alchemist who can refine supreme grade second-rank pills is valuable enough to make a Nascent Soul great Sect take notice.

Cowering in the small Qingyang Town would not lead to any of this.

The Su Family's Foundation in the county is now stable, and his father's cultivation is also slowly improving with the help of second-rank pills.

His sister has the protection of her mentors in the Sect and the investment of Zhenpin Pavilion; her status is solid, and her cultivation speed is faster than his.

It seemed he had no more worries.

At least for a short time, the Su Family, his father, and his sister would be very safe.

More importantly, he needed a brand new identity.

An identity that would allow him to walk openly in the light, show his Alchemy talent, and not invite death.

The identity of Su Yunling's younger brother was fine in Qinghe Prefecture, but once he left this area, it would be nothing.

That night, Su Cheng found his father, Su Chengyuan.

"Dad, I want to go out for a walk."

The candlelight flickered in the study, reflecting the faces of the father and son.

Su Chengyuan was processing the Family's files and replied casually, "Mm, go ahead."

Su Cheng repeated, "Dad, I said, I want to go out, for a walk."

Only then did Su Chengyuan pause slightly, his gaze falling on his son.

"Have you made up your mind?"

"I have." Su Cheng's answer didn't hesitate at all.

Su Chengyuan was silent for a moment, put down his brush, and sighed deeply.

"That's fine," Su Chengyuan's voice carried a hint of reluctance.

He asked subconsciously, "Do you want me to go with you? The world outside is complicated; having one more person always means more support."

Su Cheng shook his head and smiled, "Dad, you should stay and oversee the Family. You know my strength!"

Su Chengyuan was first startled, then a trace of bitterness flashed across his face.

The father is not as good as the son; all these years have been lived in vain.

"The student surpasses the master." He sighed softly, walked up to Su Cheng, adjusted his somewhat wrinkled collar, his tone full of affection, "Outside is not like home; be careful in everything. If you encounter any difficult matters that cannot be solved, remember to send a message back."

"I understand." Su Cheng smiled.

"When are you leaving?" Su Chengyuan asked.

"In three days," Su Cheng replied.

Then he took out two Storage Pouches filled with Medicinal Pills, placed them on the table, and said, "Father, this one contains the top-grade qi gathering pills, body tempering pills, and qi recovery pills I've refined over the past half year. It's enough to supply the sales of Zhenpin Pavilion in both Qinghe Prefecture and Pingling Prefecture for a year.

Take the Spirit Stones and Medicinal Pill resources scavenged from that demonic Cultivator and give them to the Family when the time is right.

As for the monthly Spirit Stone dividends from Zhenpin Pavilion, just keep them.

Then, arm yourself and the Family more. Don't be afraid to spend Spirit Stones. You know your son finds it very easy to earn Spirit Stones."

Su Chengyuan was shaken in his heart; this son always arranged everything properly in an inadvertent manner.

"Okay, I understand. Where do you plan to go first?" Su Chengyuan's voice was a bit strained.

"I plan to go to the Tiangang Sect first to see my sister," Su Cheng replied. "After that, I will head to the Prefecture City. Once I reach the Prefecture City, I will appear as the contact person for the Mister, and externally say that you introduced me to him."

Su Chengyuan listened, feeling no worry in his heart.

He knew his son was much more powerful and clever than him; such a plan must have been carefully thought out.

"Mm, that's fine. However, the Prefecture City is a place of crouching tigers and hidden dragons. You must be careful in everything you do. Even regarding the Four Seas Chamber of Commerce and the Lin Family, you should be more cautious with your external identity."

"I know, Dad. Don't worry."

The father and son talked all night.

[The matters in the Prefecture City are not over yet, but the protagonist needs to head out now.]

[However, he will still be causing trouble behind the scenes, and he will also appear more in the spotlight. I must give the protagonist some opportunities to show off; the Family will definitely have a role to play in the future.]

[Thank you all for your support. I will work hard to write well and strive not to let the story fall apart.]