Eternal Life as False Emperor-Chapter 79 - 63: The Death of King Yan

Without spirit root, is it really impossible to cultivate?

He didn’t voice this question aloud.

Zheng Yi lacks root bone, unable to cultivate.

Though somewhat regretful, he wasn’t discouraged.

He possesses the Yin Yang Treasure Mirror and Innate Yin Yang Qi, even if unable to cultivate, he can reach the Realm of Longevity.

Even if it takes a thousand or ten thousand years, he refuses to believe he can’t find a cultivation method without spirit root.

Moreover...

The Yin Yang Treasure Mirror still holds many secrets he hasn’t fully unearthed.

For instance, what effect would result from using ten sources of Pure Yin Qi to birth ten daughters?

Or, what if Pure Yang Qi is used to sire sons?

These are waiting for him to explore.

Perhaps among them lies the secret to cultivating without spirit root!

Additionally...

Yue Chan of Nanyue County!

The Baiyue Tribe of Nanyue County presented a woman named ’Yue Chan,’ who possesses a talent for cultivation.

This talent... is it spirit root?

"Huh..."

He exhaled deeply, and with a thought, a Blood Moon Gu crawled out from his sleeve.

Beside him, Zhao Xizheng’s eyes widened, wanting to approach yet daring not, he could only watch Zheng Yi eagerly.

Zheng Yi declared, "Elder Celestial Master Zhao, answer my last question satisfactorily, and it’s yours!"

"Alright, ask away!"

"Where exactly is the current cultivation realm?"

Zheng Yi earnestly asked, "Where do cultivators hide?"

"The cultivation realm, overseas~"

Zhao Xizheng casually replied, "Over three thousand years ago, the celestial path was severed. Some cultivators, to seize the final resources, wreaked havoc, utilizing fellow practitioners’ strength to compensate for their own depletion."

"After all, better them than me dying, hehe."

"Others, however, either took their disciples or ventured alone to the distant Endless Sea to find islands with spiritual qi for temporary residence."

"After over a thousand years of exploration and search, many cultivators finally found sparsely spiritual qi islands to settle down."

"Yur Country?"

"No, even farther than Yur Country."

Zhao Xizheng said, "I’ve heard back then cultivators had the ability to fly, and they flew for as long as three years. Your Majesty, don’t entertain the thought of heading to the cultivation realm."

"Overseas cultivation realm is so remote, let alone here."

"However, according to what I know, the environment around these small islands is particularly poor, spiritual qi is increasingly sparse, and high-tier cultivators are few. It’s maintained mostly by low-tier cultivators."

"Low-tier cultivators don’t even dare engage in spells outside, fearing their magical power might deplete with no spiritual qi replenishment."

Zhao Xizheng plucked a chicken leg, saying, "The overseas archipelago is somewhat decent; there are sparsely populated islands where some spirit herbs and medicines might survive, perhaps even finding spirit sand."

"However, it’s hard to say on the mainland; spiritual qi is very sparse, rarely do cultivators exist."

"Even if there are, they mostly hide deep in secluded mountains and rivers, meditating in isolation."

"Some, however, hide within arrays set by ancestors, barely hanging on."

"Elder Celestial Master, are you acquainted with Fire Spirit?"

"Vice Tower Master of Mayfly Tower, of course I know. Suling said he rebelled and was repelled by Your Majesty?"

"Indeed, what is his cultivation level?"

"Late-stage Qi Cultivation, in today’s cultivation realm, a giant figure."

Zheng Yi suddenly asked, "Is Elder Celestial Master Zhao a cultivator?"

"Is that another question?"

"Not really, just curious."

Zheng Yi casually tossed the Blood Moon Gu to Zhao Xizheng, causing him to clumsily catch it.

"Elder Celestial Master, this Blood Moon Gu I have only the refining method, no control method, and it was refined using my essence blood."

Zheng Yi said, "You’ve obtained it, keep it safe, otherwise if it escapes, it’s not my concern."

Zhao Xizheng took out a peculiar jade bottle, storing it away, then contentedly said:

"A mere spirit insect, how could an old Daoist let it escape?" 𝒇𝙧𝙚𝓮𝔀𝓮𝒃𝙣𝓸𝒗𝒆𝒍.𝙘𝒐𝒎

"Let me tell you, I’m one hundred fifty-seven years old, late-stage Qi Cultivation."

Zhao Xizheng lamented, "In this life... Foundation Establishment is hopeless!"

Zheng Yi’s eyes flickered, "Elder Celestial Master, why not descend the mountain to assist me? I’m willing to offer you the position of National Preceptor."

Zhao Xizheng rolled his eyes at him, "No, I still want to live a few more days."

"In my Daoist sect, we cherish serenity and freedom."

"Descending the mountain to serve, inevitably tainting oneself with earthly qi, would hinder cultivation. Little Emperor, find someone else."

Zheng Yi followed up tactically, "Then why not introduce some cultivators to serve as officials?"

"I reckon over the years, many cultivators must be tired of such a life, they might as well come to me, and I guarantee them endless prosperity!"

"Master literature and martial arts, trade them to the Emperor’s house!"

"I think, no matter how noble cultivators are, they need food, drink, restroom breaks, and enjoyment. Whatever exists in the mundane world, I can provide, how’s that?"

"This..."

Zhao Xizheng hesitated but ultimately shook his head, "This matter is improper; cultivators have varying interests and temperaments. If they commit unlawful acts, endangering Your Majesty..."

"Why not introduce those with mild temperament and non-combative nature?"

Zheng Yi insisted, "If Elder Celestial Master could introduce even one, I’m willing to gift a Blood Moon Gu!"

Ordinary Blood Moon Gu, as long as he has infinite lifespan, he can infinitely refine them, not a big task.

But if he could bring in one or two cultivators, that would be beneficial.

Moreover, his request is for those with mild temperament and good character, not inclined toward conflict, causing no major trouble.

Besides, according to Zhao Xizheng’s account, today’s mainland cultivation realm comprises mostly low-tier cultivators. Fire Spirit, being among the elite, was even defeated by Xu Mujun.

Now, within the Imperial Palace, there are two Innate Realm Martial Artists, along with the presence of five strands of Pure Yin Qi, certainly more Innate Realm Martial Artists will appear in the future.