The Transmigrator’s Cultivation

Arc 25: Tempest Field | Chapter 468: Meteorite Mountain

Once he finished speaking, all the sword cultivators present, filled with righteous indignation, voiced in unison, “They must be killed.”

Li Qingyuan was taken aback but then smiled, saying, “Indeed, I need not worry about this any longer.” A glimmer of ruthlessness flashed in his eyes as he continued, “If I die, it will be the end of it. But since I am alive, once I return to my family and clarify the matter, even a branch lineage scion who intends to harm the direct descendants of the clan will face the death penalty!”

This was simply the law of cause and effect; if one harms others and survives, they must swallow the bitter fruit of their actions.

With the unpleasant matters settled, the Wind Beast meat was now cooked.

Two stunning young women brought it over with smiles, placing it in front of several benefactors, and serving tea and water with attentive hospitality.

The Li family, being wealthy, had exquisite dining utensils that were meticulously crafted, making them exceptionally beautiful. Paired with the young women’s delicate appearances, it was even more pleasing to the eye. A whiff of the fragrant meat brought a refreshing sense of joy.

Thus, everyone ceased their conversations and quietly enjoyed the meal, occasionally sharing a few jokes to deepen their bonds.

Later, when discussing how the Li family hunted wind beasts and could supply so many businesses, Li Qingyuan did not hide anything. He stated, “We use medicinal powder…” He paused for a moment, “It is the same type as the one the branch lineage used against me. Normally, if we do not encounter wind beasts of sufficient rank for a long time, we have to use a small amount to lure some to us. The amount used is very strict. If too much is used, it would attract more and stronger wind beasts, leading us to end up in the dire situation we are in today.”

Now, having set aside the matter of being framed, he spoke openly, showing a broad-minded attitude.

Xu Ziqing had observed similar traits in Li Xinglong and Li Xiuzhu; it was indeed a testament to their family heritage, showcasing the demeanor of military leaders, unlike the ordinary cultivators.

Even the sword cultivators present expressed some admiration.

Li Qingyuan continued, explaining that once the wind beasts were drawn in, various methods were employed to capture them. If they faced difficulties, they could retreat into nearby meteorite mountains, avoiding encirclement and preserving their lives. As he became more animated, he took out some of the powder and distributed a little to the cultivators, saying, “Since you brothers have come to this desolate region, I’m sure it’s also for the wind beasts. If you use this, it should be of some assistance.”

The other cultivators were slightly curious about the powder and accepted it. However, once they brought the powder to their noses to sniff, expressions of surprise appeared on their faces.

Xu Ziqing remarked, “This is… the Chaotic Wind Flower?”

Li Qingyuan was astonished, saying, “So you are familiar with the Chaotic Wind Flower as well.”

There were many Chaotic Wind Flowers in the Gale of Fury, often guarded by wind beasts. Years ago, the members of the Li family brought this flower back to their clan, crushed it, and combined it with various herbs to create a powder that could attract wind beasts even more effectively.

Xu Ziqing chuckled, “I came here with my companions not only for the wind beasts but also for the Chaotic Wind Flower.”

Now it was Li Qingyuan’s turn to inquire.

His two younger sisters looked over, equally curious.

Since it wasn’t a difficult matter to discuss, Xu Ziqing glanced at Tu Jin and the other two, seeing them nod in agreement, and recounted the gambling fight to Li Qingyuan and the others.

Upon hearing this, Li Qingyuan shook his head, saying, “Those cultivators from the lower realms acted too recklessly… As far as my Li family knows, everyone who comes from the lower realms aims to cultivate hard in the Sword Pagoda. Even those few other cultivators are here to escort their companions. These individuals not only stirred up trouble but also delayed the cultivation of the other two companions, and they themselves have made no progress… What a wasted opportunity!”

Isn’t it just looking for trouble? Xu Ziqing sighed inwardly.

However, there will always be those who have taken the wrong path and are deceived by their inner demons in this world. It’s hardly surprising that they encounter a few more of them now.

After this reflection, Li Qingyuan added, “Therefore, everyone must gather more Chaotic Wind Flowers in this desolate realm to win this gambling match, so we can be forced to lower our own cultivation level, correct?”

Xu Ziqing nodded in agreement, saying, “Exactly. Unfortunately, there are only a little over a hundred flowers at present, which probably won’t guarantee our victory.”

Hearing this, Li Qingyuan pondered for a moment before saying, “If we want to gather more Chaotic Wind Flowers… I actually have some methods.” As soon as he said this, Tu Jin and a few other sword cultivators looked over curiously.

Seeing their eagerness, Li Qingyuan didn’t keep them in suspense: “You brothers already know that the beast-attracting powder used by my Li family is made from Chaotic Wind Flowers. Over the years, we’ve found a few places where these flowers gather.”

At this point, Tu Jin asked, “Where are these gathering spots located?”

Li Qingyuan smiled and replied, “We can rest for the night, and tomorrow I will lead you all there.”

Xu Ziqing pondered for a moment and then asked, “Since the Chaotic Wind Flower is a medicinal material you need, if we go and gather it, will it harm Brother Li’s family? Will Brother Li be able to explain to your family when we go?”

Upon hearing Xu Ziqing’s concerns, Li Qingyuan’s expression brightened: “Brother Xu need not worry. Although the Chaotic Wind Flower is excellent for making that powder, only a small amount is used, and the family has a considerable stockpile. Even if we use it for three to five years, it will still be sufficient. By the time that passes, the Chaotic Wind Flowers will have already regrown, so we can come back to gather them then. As for me… you brothers saved the lives of three of my direct line; in this small matter, I can certainly make the decision. Even if the family knows, they will only praise me for being grateful and will not blame me.”

Seeing that he had no reservations, Xu Ziqing felt relieved.

Afterward, everyone resumed their tea and meat, and their confidence in winning the gambling match grew even stronger.

The next morning, the group awoke from their meditations and had breakfast prepared by the two young women and their subordinates before discussing their trip to the Chaotic Wind Flower gathering spot.

Li Qingyuan said, “There is a place about twenty miles from here. However, that area is not only treacherous but also guarded by a seventh-level wind beast. If we want to gather all the Chaotic Wind Flowers, it will require considerable effort.”

Xu Ziqing inquired, “What do you mean by that?”

Li Qingyuan recounted how the family’s team had approached that area in previous years and how they had conducted themselves.

It turned out that the shen cultivators always had to cover themselves with a thick layer of divine power before daring to enter that dangerous place. Even so, the shen cultivators of the Gathering Origin realm could only maintain their divine power there for about three sticks of incense before they had to leave and recuperate before attempting a second time. Additionally, once the shen cultivators used their power for protection, they could not engage in battle with the wind beasts. Previously, at least one cultivator at the Entering Tribulation realm would restrain the wind beast, or a Tribulation Transformation Realm cultivator would simply slay it. Once it was dead, another seventh-level wind beast would naturally occupy that spot, allowing the remaining Gathering Origin cultivators to gather flowers without fear.

However, this time, there were no cultivators from the Entering Tribulation or Tribulation Transformation realms accompanying them, making the situation undoubtedly more difficult.

Although Li Qingyuan knew that the cultivators were powerful, he was still uncertain about the exact extent of their strength. Thus, he wanted to clarify the risks before leading them, to avoid putting his benefactors in danger.

Upon hearing this, the cultivators pondered among themselves.

Tu Jin said, “I’m not afraid of the wind; I have treasures to protect myself.”

As for the seventh-level wind beast… it was comparable to a cultivator at the Spirit Severing stage. Tu Jin was at the late Spirit Severing stage, wielding a strong sword technique, and with several companions by his side, defeating that beast should be no problem.

The other cultivators calculated briefly and agreed, “This trip should be fine.”

Seeing their confidence, Li Qingyuan smiled, realizing that their cultivation levels were likely even higher than he had imagined. “Since that’s the case, there’s no time to waste. I will lead you all there now!”

Before long, the members of the Li family were fully prepared and ready to set off with them.

Li Qingyuan opened the Meteor Mountain, and everyone walked out from within.

As soon as they reached outside the mountain, they felt an overwhelming gust of wind howling toward them, causing their clothes to flap wildly.

However, since it wasn’t a malevolent wind, the group didn’t mind and quickly followed Li Qingyuan as he led them northward.

Twenty miles wasn’t far, and despite the strong wind, it was manageable.

Li Qingyuan indeed had a good understanding of the surrounding routes. Under his guidance, they were able to avoid the most violent winds, saving the cultivators a lot of energy.

In less than half an hour, they gradually came into view of a valley, surrounded by a wall of wind. The colors were vibrant, as if many types of wind were intertwined, forming a cohesive whole.

These winds seemed to have formed a kind of balance, exuding a faint sense of danger.

It felt as though remaining still would ensure safety, but disturbing them… would be like a thunderstorm striking down—terrifying beyond measure!

Xu Ziqing was deeply shocked upon seeing this.

Truly worthy of the realm of raging winds, the various types of winds were beyond his expectations.

He couldn’t fathom how such a phenomenon had formed here. In the vast Nine Thousand Worlds, different types of winds could only form in specific regions and usually remained unrelated. Yet, in this desolate realm, such a sight could be seen, revealing boundless mysteries that were hard to explore!

Seeing this place, Li Qingyuan breathed a sigh of relief and said, “This is the spot.”

Snapping back to reality, Xu Ziqing asked, “How do we enter?”

Li Qingyuan smiled, “The wind wall has three weak points, shaped like a ‘pin’ character, and is extremely sturdy. If we want to get inside, we must enter through each weak point with the same number of people simultaneously to avoid disrupting the balance and provoking an attack.”

The cultivators thought it over and nodded, saying, “You can allocate us as you see fit.”

Upon hearing this, Li Qingyuan didn’t hesitate and quickly divided them into three groups: Li Qingyuan and Tu Jin, Yin Xiu and Xun Liang, and Xu Ziqing and Yun Lie, each entering through one of the three weak points. The other ten or so cultivators would distribute themselves at each weak point to guard and protect.

The cultivators readily accepted.

Li Qingyuan further reminded them, “The seventh-level wind beast can pounce out from any part of the wind wall, so everyone, be cautious!”

After that, the six of them dispersed and quickly entered through the weak points!

Xu Ziqing and Yun Lie walked side by side, remaining vigilant.

Among the three groups, their cultivation was the weakest, making them more likely to attract the attention of the wind beasts.

At that moment, Yun Lie activated the sword spirit, infusing it with sword intent that enveloped both of them. He also unleashed the two treasures they had slightly refined earlier, creating a protective barrier of spiritual light around them.

Indeed, even at the weak points, the strength of the wind was far greater than outside, with winds intertwining in a terrifying manner.

They kept moving, crossing through the wind wall.

The spiritual light of the two treasures was almost completely depleted in just a few breaths!

By the time they stepped inside the wind wall, the treasures had already been damaged, consuming Yun Lie’s sword intent!

Xu Ziqing looked up at this moment and scanned the surroundings with his spiritual sense. Sure enough, he saw a valley filled with swaying Chaotic Wind Flowers.

Translator: Lynn

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