Chapter 105

Chapter 105

Inside an unknown cave

Lin Jiang lay on the ground, his body twitching in pain. His clothes were soaked with sweat and his teeth were grinding together, but he held back and didn't scream.

After some time, the pain eased and Lin Jiang took a deep breath. He struggled to reach into his pocket and grabbed a pill, which he then put in his mouth.

"In the cultivation world, countless Alchemists have failed to develop an anesthetic. They are all considered garbage."

Feeling slightly better, Lin Jiang began ranting. In the cultivation world, Alchemists could create pills that could bring the dead back to life or turn bones white, but they still hadn't invented an anesthetic. It was truly a big failure.

Three days later, Lin Jiang was fully healed and he took out a pill called True Spirit Pill. He swallowed it and started practicing cultivation. After ten hours, the pill was completely absorbed by his body.

"My talent has improved twice as much as before, thanks to the Plastic Bone Pill. It really lives up to its reputation."

With joy in his eyes, Lin Jiang opened his eyes. It was worth the high price he paid to buy the Plastic Bone Pill. It was worth the excruciating pain he endured to reshape his bones. After using the Plastic Bone Pill, Lin Jiang's talent had doubled compared to before.Upstodatee from n(0)/ve/lbIn/.(co/m

From Lin Jiang and Cao Ying's conversation, he learned that being a genius in the cultivation world depended on three indicators, rather than the two he previously understood.

The first indicator is Spiritual Root. According to the mainstream theory in the cultivation world, it is better to have fewer Spiritual Roots. Having fewer Spiritual Roots means that less spiritual energy is needed for cultivation, which leads to faster progress. The second indicator is Comprehension. Some martial arts or secret techniques can be easily understood by people with high comprehension, while those with low comprehension may struggle even after reading them many times. The difference between them is quite significant.

The third indicator is Bone Quality, which refers to the physical fitness. For example, if two people take the same medicine, one person's body may absorb 70% of its efficacy while another person can only absorb 30%. Naturally, the one with better absorption has higher talent. Such cases are not rare among ordinary people as well. Even with the same food, some people become strong after eating it, while others remain weak. This is the difference in bone quality.

"I don't understand how the Plastic Bone Pill works, but the regular people, especially the poor ones, don't know anything about it. The poor people are really isolated."

Lin Jiang sighed again, thinking about how hard life is for the poor people. They face difficulties in every aspect of life and can never succeed unless they try their best. Otherwise, they can only hope for the next generation to have better opportunities.

"Do we need to use the remaining Plastic Bone Pills?"

Lin Jiang considered whether he should endure the hardships again for a second or third time. Cao Ying had mentioned that the Plastic Bone Pill might not always have a positive effect and could even be harmful. So, those with good talents would definitely not take it. It was intended for those who were not as talented.

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Yuntuo River originates deep in the Wilderness of Yun State in the west, and it stretches from east to west for an unknown distance. However, it is known to be several hundred thousand miles long within the territory of the human race.

Over this long distance, numerous tributaries join the Yuntuo River. The Cang River is the largest tributary, and at the confluence of the Cang River and Yuntuo River, there is a city called Cang City, known as a cultivation city.

Cang City was established by the Five Elements Sect, one of the three powerful sects in Yun State. The Five Elements Sect owns all the rights and shares of Cang City.

Cang City is also known as Medicine City because it is the largest hub for medicinal herbs in all of Yun State. This is all thanks to the Five Elements Sect, which has the best Spiritual Farmers, the best spiritual veins, and spiritual lands in Yun State. They earn a lot of money by selling spiritual medicines.

"The medicine in Medicine City is truly remarkable. The variety of medicinal ingredients is unmatched, even compared to Yunzhong City, the largest city in Yun State. However, the water is a bit deep. If someone who doesn't understand enters, their bones will be swallowed."

Lin Jiang stayed in Medicine City for several days and gained some understanding of the city. He learned just how deep the water of the medicine in Medicine City was.

As time went by, Lin Jiang's spiritual talismans slowly gained popularity and business in the shop improved significantly. He would not be left with empty hands.

The neighbors in the surrounding streets gradually became familiar with Lin Jiang, and he began to blend into the life of Medicine City.

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"Brother Lin Hua, you finally came!"

Three years later, in a house in the south of Medicine City, Lin Jiang walked in and a big man warmly greeted him.

"Brother Zhong, am I late? Has the banquet started?"

"No, we've been waiting for you."

The big man had a big smile on his face. Today was a special day for his Zhong family, as his son was getting married.

"Haha, that's good, that's good."

"Brother Lin Hua, please take a seat."

The big man led Lin Jiang to a large round table. There were already several independent cultivators of the Building Foundation Period sitting here, all familiar faces. Lin Jiang exchanged a few simple greetings.

In Medicine City, Lin Jiang's alias is Lin Hua, and this big man is one of his suppliers, specifically providing him with talismans. They have known each other for over two years and have become quite familiar.

The big man's name is Zhong Xuanming. His family has been established in Medicine City for three generations. With three generations supporting him, Zhong Xuanming's son, Zhong Lin Yu, was accepted as a disciple by the Five Elements Sect. This is what they call a clean background. Even the cultivation world has political examinations, huh?

Lin Yu spent many years practicing diligently. With the financial support from his family, he broke through the Building Foundation Period at the age of thirty-six. A bright future awaited him. Less than six months later, he caught the attention of a steward from the Five Elements Sect and was married to his daughter. Today was a day of great joy for Lin Yu.

After three generations of hard work by the Zhong family, the time had finally come for them to enjoy the fruits of their labor. Therefore, Zhong Xuanming went all out to celebrate his son's wedding. They invited their neighbors, business partners, and friends. They even prepared more than thirty banquet tables. Today, Lin Jiang was here to attend the feast.

"The bride is coming!"

After a while, a child screamed in surprise. Lin Yu and his new wife appeared, followed by many disciples from the Five Elements Sect. The wedding was about to begin.

For the newlyweds, a wedding might be the most important moment in their lives. But for the guests, their focus was mostly on the food and treating it as a social event.

Lin Jiang, of course, didn't want to miss out. He kept eating with his chopsticks while chatting and joking with several disciples from the outer sect of the Five Elements Sect. Forming a good relationship might come in handy in the future.

Adult socializing can be quite mundane. It starts early when there's no benefit. If it's not motivated by self-interest, then it's considered ineffective socializing.

"Oh, too bad. There weren't any scenes of people fighting over the bride or canceling the marriage."

Two hours later, the feast ended. Unfortunately, there were no dramatic scenes of people fighting over the bride or canceling the marriage. Lin Jiang felt that something was missing from the fun.