Rebuilding the Immortal Cultivator Clan Chapter 1819: 1378: Turning Point (2)

Capítulo 1819: Chapter 1378: Turning Point (2)

Upon finishing his mental tallies, however, he realized that their supply of Pure Lotus Seeds was still insufficient, falling far short of what was required.

“Under these circumstances, we have no other choice but to proceed this way.”

Following a brief moment of internal conflict, Li Liangxiang eventually resolved to employ a Secret Technique. This would force the premature ripening of every lotus seed across the three hundred miles of ponds the family had established, even the ones that had not yet reached maturity!

The original purpose behind creating these vast lotus ponds was twofold: to refine the Spiritual Energy within Mount Wanxian to a higher level of purity and to attempt the cultivation of superior grades of Bai Lian.

Though the loss pained him deeply, he had to sacrifice them early to shield more Spirit Veins from the encroaching corruption.

Hardly had Li Liangxiang sent out the order when the Clan Leader of the Yumen He Family sought an audience.

“Hmm?”

Detecting a sudden pulse from his Storage Magical Treasure, he retrieved the device and found it was the jade token required to operate the Eight-direction Heavenly Pillar Array.

He initially assumed a major power was broadcasting an emergency to the entire Immortal Tao, but a closer inspection revealed that the Yumen He Family was reaching out to him through a private channel!

This caught Li Liangxiang off guard; he couldn't fathom why the He Family would contact him personally at such a moment. Nevertheless, acknowledging their long-standing trade partnership, he chose to take the call.

“Fellow Daoist Li, the situation is dire, so I shall dispense with the formalities.”

The strained voice of Patriarch He came through, “I must ask—has your family discovered a way to deal with the Demonic Qi pollution?”

“Where would Patriarch He hear such a thing? As you may know, Ancestor Rui is currently absent from the Primal Spirit Realm, leaving us quite helpless against this catastrophe!” Li Liangxiang replied with a frown, calmly dismissing the inquiry.

However, his very composure—the lack of visible panic or distress—allowed the shrewd Patriarch He to sense something beneath the surface. “Fellow Daoist Li, we are both part of the Immortal Tao, and our families have been allies for years. Is there truly no information you can share with me?”

“If your family is willing to provide aid, we are prepared to meet any demands you might have!”

Seeing that the other party had already guessed the truth, Li Liangxiang took a moment to reflect before deciding to be honest. “Patriarch He, it is not a matter of being unwilling to help, but our current method is simply not something that can be applied on a large scale.”

“It involves petitioning the Shuo Ancestor and Sheng Ancestor, who have ascended as Star Gods. Their cooperation is required and it consumes a massive amount of time; that is why I hesitated to speak of it. I hope you can understand, Patriarch He.”

“In that case, would you be willing to disclose how the two Star Lords are handling the purification?”

“There is no reason to keep it secret.” Li Liangxiang told him the method plainly, noting that finding a Cultivation expert specializing in the Path of Ultimate Yang alongside one master of the Purification Principle was a rare feat.

Furthermore, having secured a future favor, he openly described how to utilize Pure Lotus Seeds to inhibit the expansion of the Demonic Qi.

“I thank you, Fellow Daoist! The He Family is profoundly grateful for your generosity!”

The He Family leader offered his sincere thanks, adding, “Should the two Star Lords succeed in purging the corruption from Shanhai State, I beg you to extend an invitation for them to visit the Yumen He Family.”

“Very well, I shall convey your request to the two Ancestors when the time comes.”

“Fellow Daoist Li might also consider making these methods public, so that the entire world might owe the Li family a debt of gratitude.”

Before ending the transmission, the He Family Clan Leader added, “Once more, my thanks to you and your kin! I will leave you to your duties.”

Li Liangxiang had actually contemplated broadcasting the information earlier, but he knew the two Ancestors were exhausted and overwhelmed. He felt he needed their consent before acting, which had caused his delay.

Prompted now by Patriarch He, he produced a Thousand-Mile Transmission Talisman, inscribed the details, and dispatched it to Li Mingyao.

...

It wasn't long before Li Mingyao, who was accompanying Li Chengsheng and Li Chengshuo, caught the talisman.

“Sheng Ancestor, Shuo Ancestor, what are your thoughts on this?” He shared the message with them as they traveled toward the next Spirit Vein.

“Agreed!” Li Chengsheng consented without a second thought.

The logic was simple: they craved actions that earned the merit of heaven and earth!

Their only current frustration was that their limited power made the cleansing process too sluggish.

“However, the Clan Leader must clarify that our strength is limited and the process is slow. We will prioritize the regions surrounding the family and will not waste time traveling to distant lands.”

This distinction was vital. The East Continent was immense; if they were summoned to far-off borders, they would waste too much time in transit.

Such a delay would ruin their strategy to accumulate significant Merit.

“Understood, I will relay this.” Li Mingyao quickly recorded the condition and sent a reply via the Transmission Talisman.

With the personal approval of Li Chengsheng and Li Chengshuo, Li Liangxiang did not hesitate to trigger the Eight-direction Heavenly Pillar Array, broadcasting the Li family’s findings to all the forces of the Immortal Dao.

“Our thanks to you, Fellow Daoist! Our thanks to the Li Family!”

“Your clan truly represents the height of righteousness; the Three Fire Sect shall not forget this!”

“This is a great virtue. If we survive this disaster, we will repay this kindness with all our strength!”

...

A multitude of powers voiced their thanks to the Li family, though many were simply offering polite words; few would likely show up if actual help was needed.

Naturally, there were those who felt a pang of jealousy, resentful that the Li family possessed the means to clean the corruption but chose to focus on their own lands first, viewing the grateful sects as sycophants.

Regardless of private opinions, the Li family's reputation was bolstered immensely across the Immortal Dao.

“The Li family truly lacks the resources to help everyone directly, so each of you must do your utmost to endure.”

After delivering this message, Li Liangxiang deactivated the array.

He had said all that was necessary. Once Li Chengsheng and Li Chengshuo finished purifying Shanhai State, they would move to assist the neighboring territories.

As for the lands far beyond, they were left to their own devices for the time being.

...

As the days passed, Li Chengshuo’s command over the Purification Principle grew, increasing the speed of the operation.

Even so, despite her best efforts, the corruption spread faster than she could cleanse it!

Consequently, Li Chengsheng stopped staying by her side at all times. Instead, he began scouting ahead, using True Sun Fire to incinerate upcoming sites to slow the Demonic Qi’s advance.

Supported by the family’s massive deployment of Pure Lotus Seeds and other Purifying Spiritual Objects, they managed to save a significant portion of the land from being tainted.

After a period of grueling labor, they finally purged every trace of pollution from Shanhai State!

Following a very brief intermission, the two of them prepared to board a Spirit Boat to venture beyond the family borders.

“Two Star Lords, His Majesty the Heavenly Emperor has urgent matters and requests your immediate return to the Heavenly Court.”

Surprisingly, a messenger from Ziwei arrived at that moment to recall them.

“Did His Majesty mention what this business is?” Li Chengsheng frowned, reluctant to leave his task.

“I have a Jade Slip from His Majesty for the Star Lords. The details are within.”

Taking the Jade Slip, the pair scanned it with their Divine Sense, their expressions quickly shifting to shock and amazement.

“Ming Yao, it seems we must indeed return to the Heavenly Court. His Majesty has devised a rapid solution for the Demonic Qi pollution, but it requires both of us to oversee it.”

After a moment of thought, Li Chengsheng added, “If you wish to elevate your authority and Divine Position, this next phase could be a massive opportunity for you.”

“Indeed, whether you can break through your current grade barrier depends on what happens next,” Li Chengshuo noted.

“Hmm?” Li Mingyao was baffled, wondering how this involved him.

But since both Ancestors had spoken, and he knew they had his best interests at heart, he nodded. “I understand, Sheng Ancestor, Shuo Ancestor. I will not let the opportunity pass!”