After glancing at Zhang Liang’s panel, Ye Lin, though puzzled, continued walking towards the deepest part.
The presence of a Spiritual Fruit within the medicinal field was something he couldn't comprehend.
Furthermore, a Spiritual Fruit capable of propelling Zhang Liang from Qi Training Stage - Level 3 past the fourth level and into Qi Fifth Level would, at minimum, have to be a Yellow Rank Medium Grade.
Yet, this medicinal field only cultivated Yellow Rank Low Grade medicinal plants; more precious plants certainly wouldn't be grown in the Outer Sect.
Upon reaching the back, Ye Lin began searching for the Spiritual Fruit's location while gathering medicinal plants.
“Found it.”
After a few minutes of searching, Ye Lin’s face lit up with joy.
Looking at the golden-yellow fruit before him, Ye Lin glanced around, quickly dug the Spiritual Fruit out from the half-buried soil, and tucked it into his chest.
Then, he diligently resumed digging for medicinal plants.
“Don’t let me catch any of you slacking off! If you dare to be lazy, I’ll break your legs!”
At this moment, Zhang Liang entered the medicinal field, hands clasped behind his back, scolding as he walked and surveyed the area.
Whether by coincidence or not, Zhang Liang happened to walk towards Ye Lin’s direction.
Seeing Ye Lin diligently digging for medicinal plants, he nodded in satisfaction and continued walking forward.
“Why is there a pit here?”
Zhang Liang squatted down, looking at the pit before him. The Spiritual Plants in this medicinal field were all accounted for.
And digging Spiritual Plants didn’t involve pulling them directly from the roots; instead, they were cut at the soil surface, leaving the roots to regrow next year.
Looking at the small pit before him, Zhang Liang cast a murderous glance at Ye Lin in the distance, then reached his hand into the pit.
The next moment, Zhang Liang seemed to touch something and pulled it out.
“A Spiritual Fruit?”
Looking at the golden-yellow Spiritual Fruit before him, Zhang Liang’s face lit up with joy.
However, this Spiritual Fruit was much smaller compared to the one Ye Lin had just dug up.
“A Yellow Rank Low Grade Spiritual Fruit? If I consume it, it will definitely deepen my Qi Training Stage - Level 3 Foundation.”
Looking at the Spiritual Fruit before him, Zhang Liang’s eyes were already clouded by greed.
Because the value of a Spiritual Fruit was vastly different from medicinal plants; medicinal plants needed to be refined into Medicinal Pills before consumption, and direct consumption was not very effective.
But a Spiritual Fruit was different; it could be consumed directly, and its amplification was immense.
“My luck is as good as ever.”
Looking at the Spiritual Root in his hand, Zhang Liang murmured, then tucked the Spiritual Fruit into his bosom and began patrolling the medicinal field.
This scene was coincidentally witnessed by Ye Lin.
“I didn’t expect it to be a companion Spiritual Fruit; one on top, and another one below,” Ye Lin murmured.
The situation of companion Spiritual Fruits was rare, because once companion Spiritual Fruits appeared, only one would survive.
Because the other one would have already been absorbed.
Clearly, Zhang Liang’s Spiritual Fruit had been largely absorbed by the one he had just dug up.
Time passed quickly; in the blink of an eye, it was afternoon, and the scorching sun beat down on everyone’s backs, causing them unbearable pain.
Everyone was still a Mortal and had not yet begun to Cultivate; being able to endure until now was already impressive.
“Alright, that’s it for today. Go back and rest.”
At this moment, Zhang Liang roared. Hearing this, everyone felt relieved and stood up, placing their baskets in front of Zhang Liang.
“Now scram.”
Zhang Liang waved his hand, and everyone dispersed.
Ye Lin also felt unwell. He stumbled back to his living quarters, collapsed onto his small bed, and immediately, a sharp pain shot through him, making him stand up at once.
He carefully took off his clothes, revealing large areas of redness and swelling on his back, making him grimace in pain.
“Damn it.”
Feeling the pain in his back, Ye Lin cursed under his breath.
Then, Ye Lin looked at the golden-yellow Spiritual Fruit in his hand, a smile appearing on his face. It was worth it.
Ye Lin sat cross-legged on the bed and, without hesitation, swallowed the Spiritual Fruit. Immediately, the Spiritual Fruit transformed into streams of pure Spiritual Qi that began to spread throughout Ye Lin’s body.
“Comfortable.”
Feeling himself getting stronger bit by bit, Ye Lin was filled with joy.
But the next moment, accompanied by a sharp pain, Ye Lin’s expression instantly changed.
At the same time, a surge of violent Spiritual Qi entered his body. His previously blocked Meridians were instantly cleared by this violent Spiritual Qi, becoming incredibly smooth.
His entire skeletal structure was shattered under this violent Spiritual Qi, then reformed under the nourishment of the Spiritual Qi.
Gradually, Ye Lin began to lose his ability to withstand the pain. He closed his eyes and lay on the bed, completely fainting from the agony.
At this moment, black substances were oozing out of Ye Lin’s skin through his pores, looking incredibly disgusting.
Meanwhile, on the other side, on a luxurious bed, Zhang Liang sat cross-legged with joy, looking at the small and exquisite Spiritual Fruit in his hand.
“Whether I can reach Qi Refining Fourth Level depends on you.”
After saying that, Zhang Liang swallowed it directly, chewed a few times haphazardly, and then swallowed it down forcefully.
Three minutes, five minutes, ten minutes.
Ten minutes passed, and Zhang Liang’s expression became increasingly strange. Why was there no reaction?
“Could it be that this Spiritual Root is too high-grade, and it takes longer to take effect?”
Ten minutes passed with no reaction, which made Zhang Liang a bit puzzled. But the next moment, Zhang Liang’s expression changed, and he clutched his stomach, running towards the latrine.
Immediately, a foul odor spread throughout the surroundings, drawing countless angry curses.
Five hours later…
Zhang Liang stood in the courtyard, pale-faced and trembling, his face full of anger.
“Damn it, what a piece of trash Spiritual Fruit, ugh!”
Zhang Liang immediately cursed. He had been suffering from diarrhea for five whole hours, and it was the kind that wouldn’t stop.
He was lucky he was at Qi Training Stage - Level 3, otherwise he would have been directly diarrheas to death.
Looking at the other side, Ye Lin, who had been unconscious for five hours, slowly opened his eyes. He raised his arm, preparing to habitually cover his eyes, but the next moment, he widened his eyes.
“What happened?”
Looking at his completely black arms and body, combined with the foul odor occasionally emanating from him, Ye Lin was filled with confusion.
Then he lowered his head, and instantly, a transparent panel appeared before him.
Name: Ye Lin
Cultivation: Qi Training Stage - Level 3
Fate: Black (Plagued by Misfortunes)
Destiny: 【Ill-Fated】 【Divine Comprehension】
Fate: Half a month later, he will participate in the Utility Disciple Grand Competition. In order to compete for the position of Utility Disciple Supervisor, he will fight Zhang Liang. Unexpectedly, he will be ambushed by Zhang Liang with Bone-Melting Powder and die.
Recent Opportunities: None
【Ill-Fated】: Poor luck, for example, you will definitely trip when walking, and you will definitely be cuckolded if you marry.
【Divine Comprehension】: Extraordinary Comprehension Ability, extremely fast in comprehending various Cultivation Techniques. For the same Cultivation Technique, others need three months to comprehend, while you only need a few days.
“Qi Training Stage - Level 3?”
Seeing his Cultivation, Ye Lin excitedly clenched his fists, his face beaming with joy.
He could feel that not only had his strength increased, but his own defense had also greatly improved. At the same time, a mass of Spiritual Qi floated within his Dantian.
The Spiritual Qi contained within this Spiritual Fruit was simply too much for Ye Lin, who was previously at Qi Refining First Level. After helping him cleanse his Meridians and marrow, a considerable amount remained, now floating within his Dantian.
“If this Spiritual Qi is slowly refined, it will be enough to reach Qi Refining Fourth Level.”
Ye Lin murmured.
Then, upon seeing his Fate, Ye Lin thought to himself, Qi Training Stage - Level 3 is still not enough. However, this time, he already had the strength to contend with him.
However, this time, the panel clearly showed a change: he already had the strength to contend with Zhang Liang, but he would still be ambushed and killed by Zhang Liang.
“No, there’s still half a month. Now that I’ve reached Qi Training Stage - Level 3, if I exchange for another Cultivation Technique, with the aid of Spirit Stones, and refining that mass of Spiritual Qi, half a month will be enough to reach Qi Training Fifth Level.”
Ye Lin murmured. Qi Training Fifth Level, his Cultivation would already be at a crushing level, more than enough.
Qingyun Sect has five levels: Utility Disciple, Outer Sect Disciple, Inner Sect Disciple, Elder’s direct Disciple, and Sect Saint.
And most of the Outer Sect Disciple are at Qi Training Fourth Level or Qi Training Fifth Level.
“First, I need a bath.”
At this moment, Ye Lin came to his senses. A foul odor wafted into his nostrils, making him feel incredibly nauseous.