A Druid Also Can Cultivate-Chapter 402 - 355: Drinking and Happy Conversation (Encountering the Lucky Wealth Bug!)
"Alright, since you’ve made up your mind, brother, I’ll definitely support you with all my might! Although I’m not in good health, I can still help you plant trees!"
The little girl’s pale face broke into a smile, her eyes filled with encouragement for her brother.
...
The next day, the little boy arrived at Old Man Zhou’s mountain peak.
At this moment, within Old Man Zhou’s courtyard, still appearing as an old man, Old Man Zhou sat on the purple bamboo lounge chair, sipping wine, as he usually did when not cultivating. Beside him was an old mountain monkey with an imposing aura.
The little boy was used to this scene. The old mountain monkey seemed powerful and fierce in appearance, but in reality, it was quite nice. It occasionally gave him a spirit fruit or two, which allowed his sister to hang on for so long.
The only thing that somewhat undermined its image as a strong creature was that this old mountain monkey loved to recount trivial stories from when it was a young mountain monkey, such as fights with the golden monkeys next door... but this, in fact, made it feel especially approachable.
"Senior Zhou, Senior Mountain!"
Upon entering the courtyard, the little boy respectfully bowed towards Old Man Zhou and the old mountain monkey.
But what puzzled the boy was the presence of a young man in black, whose aura he couldn’t perceive.
This young man in black had an indescribably unique temperament.
Yet this wasn’t the strangest part, as Old Man Zhou was known to be sociable and would sometimes invite people over for a drink; the boy was accustomed to this. 𝑓𝑟ℯ𝘦𝓌𝘦𝘣𝑛𝑜𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝑐ℴ𝓂
However, unlike in the past, where those people would generally show respect to Old Man Zhou, today’s young man in black seemed different—especially since the old mountain monkey appeared to hold him in high regard!
This discovery caused a great wave of shock in the boy’s heart!
This old mountain monkey is a Golden Core Level great demon!
Except for the strong individuals from Cyan Origin Academy and some Golden Core Great Cultivators from outside, who wouldn’t be respectful to this Golden Core great demon?
But who exactly is this young man in black?
He could command such respect and submission from a great demon like the old mountain monkey! It was like the reverence one would have for a master, and wholehearted at that!
This young man in black must be a giant!
Upon realizing this, the little boy immediately bowed respectfully!
"Chang Qing greets the Senior!"
"You’ve come, Xiao Qing? I’ve already helped you rent the spirit field you wanted; it’s in Zone D, not far from here. The formalities will be delivered in a couple of days, and you can go then..." Old Man Zhou said cheerfully.
He wasn’t saddened by Chang Qing’s departure but instead was very supportive!
He could tell that Chang Qing seemed to have something that compelled him to do this, yet since he didn’t express it, it wouldn’t be appropriate to forcibly inquire.
In the years Chang Qing had served as his assistant, he was diligent, earnest, and extremely diligent, always meticulously completing whatever tasks he could to help him.
Moreover, most importantly, Old Man Zhou was currently cultivating a carefree Dao heart. Having a comprehensive view of both entering the world and exclusion from worldly matters, the varied mortal experiences he encounters continue to deepen his understanding of the carefree state he seeks.
This carefree Dao heart wasn’t completely free from all restraints but rather a true realization of his own heart.
Such as not being confined by worldly views, not being troubled by attachments of the realm...
It entailed the ability to serenely accept death for the sake of a loved one but also live life to its fullest until the end...
"Thank you, Senior Zhou. I shall never forget your kindness until my dying day!"
Upon hearing Old Man Zhou had resolved the spirit field issue for him, Chang Qing was so moved that he kowtowed on the ground repeatedly, his forehead bruised with blood, indicating his great excitement.
This startled Old Man Zhou, who quickly lifted him up.
"You silly child, I’ve already told you, no need to be so courteous with me!" Old Man Zhou said helplessly.
After lifting Chang Qing up, Old Man Zhou turned to introduce him to Qi Ping:
"This is Chang Qing, whom I mentioned to you. He and his sister, Chang’e, came from the Outer Realm more than two years ago. At the time, he was severely injured. Seeing their plight, I brought them back... Chang Qing is a good kid, and with his help these past years, managing this mountain peak has been much easier for me..."
Picked up?
Qi Ping couldn’t help but find it amusing upon hearing this. Wasn’t he too picked up by Old Man Zhou when he was on the brink of death back then?
This Old Man Zhou!
However, Qi Ping didn’t mind such matters, as long as Old Man Zhou was happy!
These past years, he had been busy with cultivation, sometimes going into seclusion for years or even decades at a time. It wasn’t until he had handled all matters this time that he had the luxury of visiting Old Man Zhou, checking on his cultivation progress along the way.
Two years might as well be a blink of an eye for Qi Ping; the time it takes to comprehend a magic spell would pass by.
"He seems to be a good seedling indeed!" Qi Ping praised.
This little boy named Chang Qing indeed seemed quite decent.
With this thought, Qi Ping took out a small bottle of a white liquid-like substance from his storage ring and, controlling it with spiritual power, brought it before Chang Qing.
"This is Earth Spirit Milk, consider it a greeting gift. It can enhance physical constitution and heal bodily injuries; I can see you still have unhealed wounds. Earth Spirit Milk is potent in repairing hidden body injuries..."
"Thank you, Senior!" Chang Qing initially felt uneasy about accepting it, given that it was their first meeting and how could he simply accept such a valuable thing?
But upon hearing about the effects of the Earth Spirit Milk, his eyes widened instantly!
Isn’t this one of the supreme spiritual medicines that could temporarily relieve his sister’s problem?
Concerned with his sister’s safety, how could he refuse!
"This gift is of great use to me now, I beg to know Senior’s name so that Chang Qing may remember the benefactor!" Chang Qing spoke earnestly, masking his inner excitement.
Today’s surprises were indeed many; not only was the issue of the spirit field resolved, allowing him and his sister to cultivate spirit wood without worry, but he also unexpectedly obtained a top-notch spiritual medicine capable of healing the body, critically signifying his sister’s lifeline!
"My name? When you have the chance to break through to the Golden Core, you may come to ask this question again." Qi Ping said nonchalantly.
Breaking through to the Golden Core stage just to qualify to know the name!?
This statement left Chang Qing shocked, dumbfounded at the spot.
What terrifying identity does this young man in black possess? How could Senior Zhou, a Foundation Establishment cultivator, know such a dignified presence?
Chang Qing felt he had met someone extraordinary today.
However, little did he expect that the revered grandee before him, when Old Man Zhou had picked him up, was in a downtrodden state far worse than his own.
...
After obtaining the Earth Spirit Milk, Chang Qing hurried home as quickly as possible.
Upon giving his sister, Chang’e, just one drop, her previously pale face instantly regained some color, the worsening injuries on her body were immediately suppressed, and even her physique became notably stronger.
"Brother, what kind of spiritual medicine is this, that even one drop has such an effect?" Chang’e asked in utter surprise.
"It’s called Earth Spirit Milk, given by a friend of Senior Zhou, though I don’t know his name. He said I need to reach the Golden Core Stage to be eligible to know that senior’s name..."
"What? You need to reach the Golden Core Stage just to know the name?" Chang’e’s eyes widened instantly.
...
Subsequently, under Chang’e’s urging, Chang Qing also took a drop of the Earth Spirit Milk, before returning to assist Old Man Zhou at the mountain peak.
Meanwhile, Qi Ping and Old Man Zhou had already shifted to other topics, with too many subjects to chat over drinks about after such a long time apart.
Qi Ping was unaware that the casual meeting gift he had given would mean so much to Chang Qing, a treasure he would want even at the cost of his life and soul.
To Qi Ping, Earth Spirit Milk was merely an insignificant low-level resource, something he could effortlessly obtain several dozens of and wouldn’t even count as a drop in the ocean. It was merely a trifle he handed over because he found Chang Qing quite likeable.
Yet, this small gesture turned out to be the life-saving spiritual medicine for Chang’e, becoming a pivot of critical importance in their lives.
