Chapter 24: Refining Qi Requires Dispelling Miasma

Chapter 24: Refining Qi Requires Dispelling Miasma
Sun Zhang glanced at Su Changyu and patiently explained, ”If a mortal wants to cultivate, he needs to get rid of the miasma in his body. You mortals who have returned from the land of exile, the concentration of miasma in your body is even far beyond that of ordinary people. So without getting rid of the miasma in your body, it is impossible to cultivate.”

Su Changyu frowned and said, “We have known about this matter for a long time. I wonder how this miasma can be removed?”

Sun Zhang said, “There are multiple ways to remove the miasma. One is the body purification spirit pool in that island. After immersing in the spirit pool for a day and a night, the miasma can be removed from the body. Unfortunately, the materials needed to open the spirit pool are amazing, although our Liuli Island is rich, it can only be opened once every three years. Let’s see, the last time it was opened was a year ago, which means it will be almost two years before the Spirit Pool opens.”

“Furthermore, the number of spots that can enter the Spirit Pool is limited, and the competition is fierce. You outsiders don’t have roots, so how can you possibly snatch them over the people on the island.” Sun Zhang shook his head and said.

“What about the other methods?” Su Changyu continued to ask.

“The second is practicing the Xuan Huang Qing Xin Mantra, along with specific medicines and diets, which can accumulate over time and change one’s physique, ultimately removing the miasma from the body completely. Although this method is time-consuming and often requires five or six years of effort, it is superior in that it is stable. There was also no need to pay any special price. The Xuan Huang Qing Xin Mantra and the corresponding elixir can be purchased in the island’s pharmacy.”

“Five or six years ……,” Su Changyu murmured in a low voice, then asked undeterred, “And?”

“The third method is to go as an experiment.” Speaking here, Sun Zhang’s face became a bit ugly, as if there was some uncontrollable fear. However, he still spoke out to answer Su Changyu.

“Experimental body?” Su Changyu was a bit bewildered.

“That’s right. Some Immortal Masters are interested in the miasma in our mortal bodies. Every year, they would select volunteers from the mortals on the island to serve as experimental subjects. The Immortal Masters will use special means to constantly draw out the miasma within the experimental body for research. It won’t take more than a few months to pump the miasma within the experimental body clean.”

Seemingly thinking of something, Sun Zhang’s face turned a little white, “It’s just that this process is really too painful. It can be said to be begging for life and not being able to die. Often, the vast majority of people don’t last until the moment the miasma is completely pumped out, and are completely tortured and driven mad.”

“I don’t recommend that you use this method. It’s really not something that normal people can endure.”

Su Changyu didn’t know if he had listened to Sun Zhang’s advice or not, he was just silent for a moment before asking again, “Are there any other methods left?”

Sun Zhang shook his head, “It is said that the direct mortal descendants of those Immortal Masters can, with the help of genius treasures, reshape their bodies, so that not only can they no longer have to worry about miasma, but they can also improve their cultivation qualifications at the same time. However, this kind of means is not something you and I can imagine anymore. Even our Liuli Islander doesn’t have this kind of treatment.”

“That’s all I know, if you really want to cultivate, you guys should think about it in the next few days.”

Saying so, Sun Zhang also saw Su Changyu’s somewhat disoriented appearance, and couldn’t help but persuade, “I know that you all returned from the land of banishment after a thousand hardships, and all of you have a heart towards the Dao. Who wasn’t in the beginning?”

“It’s a pity that the immortal path is really difficult, even if you can get rid of the miasma all over your body, the ones who can sense the aura of the heavens and earth and draw qi into the body after this are few and far between. Why bother yourself? There’s nothing wrong with being a mortal.” Sun Zhang seemed to be comforting Su Changyu, and also seemed to be comforting himself.

“With the invisible nourishment of heaven and earth aura, even if you can’t cultivate, you guys can still live longer than in the land of banishment. It’s not in vain that your families spent a huge price to send you out.”

“Instead of painstakingly pursuing the Immortal Path, it’s better to enjoy life, indulge in it, and live in the present.”

……

After Sun Zhang finished his speech, he left.

Some of the people present were elated, deeply impressed with Sun Zhang’s words, and seemed to have found an excuse to indulge; some were unable to accept that cultivating Immortality was so difficult, and lost their voices for a while; and some were filled with sadness, not knowing what to do ……

Only Su Changyu’s face was resolute, as if he had vaguely made some sort of determination.

Looking at the reactions of the people one by one, Li Fan sighed in his heart, all beings in the world have different attitudes.

And everyone’s choices determined a completely different fate in the future.

Not minding his own business, Li Fan took advantage of the crowd’s lost concentration and quietly left.

Making inquiries along the way, he found the place on the island where he received his free residence.

Li Fan presented the spirit talisman and was then led by a special person to the northern part of Liuli Island within the residential area.

There were an unknown number of houses densely situated here, some of which were empty, while others were already inhabited.

Most of these houses had only one room, but fortunately, they all had small courtyards separated by walls, so they wouldn’t look too shabby.

“Six vertical seventh room, this is it.” Impatiently handing over the key to Li Fan, the man left in a hurry. Li Fan opened the courtyard door and walked in, casually closing the door behind him.

The house was very simple, with only a bed and a few tables and chairs, making Li Fan quite uncomfortable.

However, he didn’t care about these external objects, and after simply cleaning it up, Li Fan rested down and pondered on his plans afterward.

“It was a lucky start, it didn’t take much effort to settle down. It’s also thanks to the blessings of those who left the realm. It’s a pity that apart from one Su Changyu, the rest of this group seem to be mediocre people who have no heart for the Dao, so it’s hard to become great.”

“This place of residence is actually a bit humble, but there is always no need to worry about safety. I’ve already inquired about it before, there are immortal masters on Liuli Island, so there hasn’t been any daring people committing crimes for a long time.”

“The next primary goal is to get rid of the miasma in the body. Although the quota to enter the Body Purging Spirit Pool is precious, I have countless treasures scavenged from within my Tai Yan Boat, so it must not be difficult to force a quota. The disadvantage is that it is too ostentatious, so-called wealth is not exposed to the public. I’m a foreigner with no foundation, and I’m bound to get prying eyes when I suddenly show up with so much wealth. I still need to plan well.”

……

Suddenly, a knock on the door interrupted Li Fan’s thoughts.

“Who?” Li Fan was instantly a little wary.

“Me.” The voice was a little low and sounded a little familiar.

Li Fan did not move and took out the Tai Yan Boat, from which he took out a dagger and hid it in his sleeve.

Opening the door a crack, Li Fan saw the appearance of the visitor.

Surprisingly, it was the fat man who had tried to accost him earlier.

Li Fan decisively chose to close the door.

“Wait ……,” the fat youth hurriedly blocked it with his hand and said quietly, “You’re not one of us in the Leaving Realm, are you.”

“What?” Li Fan froze.

The fat man took the opportunity to drill in.

He sized up Li Fan and said wistfully, “Who exactly are you, and what is your purpose for mixing into this Liuli Island?”

“How do you know that I’m not from the Leaving Realm?” Li Fan asked in return.

The fat man looked disdainful, “When I fell into the water, I vaguely saw your sneaky figure. At first, I thought it was an illusion, but after seeing your behavior last night, the more I thought about it, the more wrong it became, so I kept an eye out. Seeing you impatiently seeking the residence, I secretly and quietly followed over to test the waters.”

“Sure enough, the moment I tried you, Little Master, you revealed your horse’s foot.” Fatty was a bit smug.

“In that case, it seems that you are somewhat shrewd with a fine and delicate mind.” Li Fan nodded.

“Of course, apart from me, none of those idiots actually realized that they were mixed in by strangers.”

“Is it true that no one else found out about this besides you?” Li Fan asked.

“That’s for sure! How can those idiots be compared to little master me ……”

Halfway through his words, the fat man could no longer speak.

Because a sharp dagger had already pierced through his chest.

Looking at the fat man who fell to the ground, Li Fan was expressionless.

(End of chapter)