Cultivation Spells have casting targets, and different plants yield different proficiency.
To increase the proficiency of 【Vigorous Growth】, it's best to find a plant with a short growth cycle to practice on.
And what Zhao Xing saw now was a plant named 【Toothed Grass】.
“Under natural conditions, Toothed Grass can go from seedling to maturity, flowering and fruiting, in less than a month.
It’s usually used to feed cattle and sheep, but it’s rare in the south, so Old Steward Farmer’s courtyard really is a treasure chest.”
Zhao Xing immediately ran to the Toothed Grass.
His Origin Qi was released, enveloping the Toothed Grass, and the 【Vigorous Growth】 Spell glowed faintly.
Immediately after, the Toothed Grass grew at a visible rate.
【You cast 'Vigorous Growth' on Toothed Grass, the plant entered its growth phase from its seedling phase, Spell proficiency +50】
【You cast 'Vigorous Growth' on Toothed Grass, the plant entered its mature phase from its growth phase, Spell proficiency +150】
His Origin Qi was rapidly decreasing, but the proficiency of Vigorous Growth was soaring.
Early-stage Spells are not high-ranked; choosing the right practice target allows for rapid improvement.
Of course, this is also related to his innate Comprehension Ability.
If he hadn't consumed the Dao Embryo Pill before, Zhao Xing wouldn't have gained so much proficiency.
“Using Five Elements Observation, I can make this Toothed Grass grow even faster.” During the casting process, Zhao Xing had a faint realization.
The Toothed Grass in front of him appeared in a semi-transparent way, with its internal roots and veins clearly visible.
Where should the Origin Qi go to make the Toothed Grass grow faster and more smoothly… This is the function of Five Elements Observation!
With ‘Five Elements Observation,’ it’s like prescribing the right medicine; the Vigorous Growth Spell becomes more effective, and cultivation efficiency greatly increases.
【You cast 'Vigorous Growth' on Toothed Grass, the plant entered its growth phase from its seedling phase, Spell proficiency +50】
【You cast 'Vigorous Growth' on Toothed Grass, the plant entered its mature phase from its growth phase, Spell proficiency +150】
A feeling of emptiness came over him, and Zhao Xing stopped casting because his Origin Qi was almost depleted.
This patch of ground in front of him was already completely covered with Toothed Grass, even spreading to the side.
“Gulp, gulp~”
Zhao Xing drew some well water, drank several large gulps, relieved his fatigue, and sat by the well, quite satisfied.
【Vigorous Growth: Low Grade Spell】
【Progress: (3210 / 9999)】
【Effect: Accelerates nutrient absorption, shortens plant life maturation time.】
“Vigorous Growth has reached the third turn; it has climbed two ranks, and the morning is only halfway over.”
“Let’s try this old locust tree.”
Zhao Xing pointed, and a golden light made three swirls in the air before merging into the old locust tree.
The old locust tree didn't even tremble, indicating that his meager Spell power was not enough to make a difference.
The panel also showed no reaction.
“The old locust tree is deeply rooted; Five Elements Observation can see its annual rings and veins, like a bronze wall and iron fortress.
My little Origin Qi simply cannot help it break through its growth shackles.”
Cultivation is inherently a gradual process, and Zhao Xing was not surprised.
“I’ll still honestly Cultivate Toothed Grass.
I’ll set a small goal: before the Autumn Equinox assessment, I’ll practice Vigorous Growth to the ninth turn!”
Time passed, and soon it was the day before the Autumn Equinox assessment.
For these six days, Zhao Xing did nothing but deal with Toothed Grass.
He planted it, pulled it out, and when the soil fertility was insufficient, he moved to another spot.
He even utilized the nighttime hours.
【Vigorous Growth: Low Grade Spell】
【Progress: (9010 / 9999)】
【Effect: Accelerates nutrient absorption, shortens plant life maturation time.】
“Finally, the ninth turn.”
Zhao Xing felt a release in his heart; as the joy receded, a deep fatigue set in.
He didn’t care about anything else and simply found a bamboo mat in the back courtyard's wing room and collapsed to sleep.
Xue Wenzhong came to the back courtyard, looked at the weeds piled all over the ground, and the soundly sleeping Zhao Xing, and nodded slightly.
Then he waved his hand, and a gentle breeze swirled around Zhao Xing.
Although the movement was small, the force was not insignificant; it directly lifted Zhao Xing.
Unbeknownst to him, Zhao Xing was carried by Xue Wenzhong into his own bedroom.
Waking up again, Zhao Xing felt an unprecedented sense of refreshment.
While he was sleeping, it felt as if a gentle breeze had been continuously blowing, and despite it being the height of summer, he had the sensation of sleeping in spring.
“Ugh~” Stretching, Zhao Xing noticed something was off.
He wasn't sleeping outside, was he? How did he end up in bed?
“It looks like Teacher carried me in, but my clothes are still covered in dirt…”
Looking at the dirty mat he had messed up, Zhao Xing wanted to find something to wipe it clean.
He looked up and saw a painting hanging on the wall.
Instantly, Zhao Xing’s gaze could no longer move away.
The painting emanated a faint glow, as if it had magic.
He unconsciously walked to the mural, as if his entire Soul was being drawn into it.
In the painting, clouds and mist dispersed, green shoots emerged from the earth, and countless plants, like bamboo shoots after rain, broke through the soil.
The Origin Qi, difficult to capture in reality, seemed to take on a tangible form in this world, clearly visible.
From underground came unique frequencies, like breathing.
“That is… the Earth Vein?” Zhao Xing had an epiphany.
Life and Origin Qi intertwined at this moment, the Yin and Yang of Heaven and Earth Origin Qi converged, and one plant after another clearly appeared before him, from seedling to maturity, flowering and fruiting…
“Buzz~”
After an unknown amount of time, Zhao Xing emerged from this illusion.
The painting in front of him was still a painting, but it no longer possessed its magical appearance.
“So this is a ‘Myriad Growth Diagram,’ a classic work of our sect.” Zhao Xing immediately reacted.
“But this Concept is simply too powerful. How Advanced of a rubbing must it be?”
He checked his panel, and sure enough, there was a record:
【You discovered ‘Myriad Growth Diagram Rubbing’ (Fourth Tier Low Grade)】
【This treasure is a Dao-imparting work, remaining uses: 1】
【You observed ‘Myriad Growth Diagram Rubbing’ (Fourth Tier Low Grade), Vigorous Growth has reached max level.】
【You comprehended the Mid Grade Spell ‘Savage Growth.’】
【You comprehended the Low Grade Spell ‘Earth Vein Integration.’】
“Whoosh~”
The painting hanging on the wall suddenly spontaneously combusted, disappearing in the blink of an eye.
“Eh?” Zhao Xing quickly reached out to grab it, but it was too fast, burning to ashes in almost a second.
“The Dao-imparting painting only had 1 remaining use, and I used it up.” Zhao Xing felt a little uneasy.
A Fourth Tier treasure was not some common commodity, let alone a relatively rare ‘Dao-imparting painting.’ How should he explain it to Old Steward Farmer?
As he was pondering, Old Steward Farmer’s voice came from outside: “It’s getting late, dinner is ready.
Eat before you leave.”
“Yes, Teacher.” Zhao Xing nervously sat at the dinner table.
Facing Xue Wenzhong, he said with some trepidation: “Teacher, I just woke up and accidentally saw a painting in your study, and then it spontaneously combusted.”
“A painting? What painting?” Xue Wenzhong narrowed his eyes, glanced at Zhao Xing, and said, “I don’t know what you’re talking about.
Eat.”