Chapter 875: Heaven and Earth Fire Seed

Li Yuqian, noting Ye Mo's expression, knew he understood. “I know a place with Fire Seeds. It's on Chang Fen Hill—a Li Zhe Fire. It's lower-ranked, but a rare treasure for fire cultivators. I obtained my Li Fire Feather there, but as I'm not a fire cultivator, I left the Fire Seed untouched.”

Fire Seeds benefit both pill masters and fire element cultivators. A rare Fire Seed dramatically enhances offensive power and cultivation level.

However, obtaining rare Fire Seeds is exceptionally difficult. There are 108 types; the cultivation realm reportedly contains only 36. The Li Zhe Fire ranks 29th of those 36, near the bottom of the overall ranking.

Even the lowest-ranked rare Fire Seeds are incredibly valuable. Heaven and Earth Fire Seeds possess a unique property—growth potential. Their growth rate depends on their master's cultivation methods, fortune, and the fire element spirit items they absorb.

In other words, even the lowest-ranked Fire Seed, given sufficient cultivation, can surpass higher-ranked ones.

Pill masters also highly value Fire Seeds. A top-level pill master requires a superior Heaven and Earth Rare Fire Seed.

Ye Mo knew of Chang Fen Hill. Once a mortal city, it became the site of a devastating conflict between two powerful cultivation forces and their allies. The fighting continued until its purpose was forgotten, resulting in the city's utter destruction and countless deaths. Over time, it became a favored battlefield and, ultimately, a graveyard.

Ye Mo was surprised to learn of a Fire Seed there. This was unexpected.

Anticipating his surprise, Li Yuqian produced a jade slip, quickly sketching a map. “I found this place by chance. The Li Zhe Fire was left behind by a deceased pill master who never managed to spirit-control it.”

Ye Mo gratefully accepted the slip, understanding the Fire Seed's immense value. Its sale could yield countless spirit stones.

Li Yuqian felt relieved. She had long felt indebted to Ye Mo, and this allowed her to finally repay him, albeit partially.

…

Three days later, Ye Mo presented Zhen Xiaoshen with a cultivation-enhancing pill, eliciting an almost tearful response. She hadn’t been this excited since obtaining the Core Building Herb, knowing the difficulty of its refinement into a pill.

Ye Mo understood her feelings.

“Sister Zhen, you may form your core at China Pharmaceuticals; the spiritual chi here is excellent. Once you reach the Golden Core state, you may choose to remain,” Ye Mo offered.

Golden Core and Nascent Soul cultivators would solidify China Pharmaceuticals' position in River State City.

Composing herself, Zhen Xiaoshen said, “Brother Ye, it is my great fortune that China Pharmaceuticals has accepted me. As long as you remain, I will remain loyal to China Pharmaceuticals.”

Zhen Xiaoshen was astute. Having cultivated alone, she recognized the unparalleled opportunities this provided.

Ye Mo rejoiced, giving her an essence benefit pill. “Use this to prepare for core formation. I will provide the necessary spirit artifacts and equipment in six months.”

After Zhen Xiaoshan departed for solitary cultivation, Ye Mo examined his remaining jade bottles with satisfaction. He had concocted six cultivation-enhancing pills, leaving five after giving one to Zhen Xiaoshan—enough for Ye Ling, himself, and others until the Golden Core stage.

He used the remaining time to assist the Immortal Treasure Tower with pill concoction while also creating the stalagmite benefit pill. This pill complemented the ming yuan pill, mitigating any potential side effects during his upcoming journey to Chang Fen Hill. He planned to embark after reaching Foundation Establishment level 6.

A month later, aided by the two pills, Ye Mo reached Foundation Establishment level 6. His cultivation essence significantly increased.

Although eager to study the Illusion Cloud Sword Technique, he prioritized obtaining the Fire Seed, followed by immediately crafting the cao huan pill to aid Li Yuqian's ascent to the Nascent Soul state. This was crucial given the unresolved conflict with the All Pill Tower’s branch store owner. While Yan Zheng's interference provided a temporary reprieve, precautions were necessary.

A Nascent Soul cultivator would not tolerate the injury inflicted upon his son. Though a broken leg was insignificant in the cultivation world, any slight could be cause for retaliation.

Before leaving, Ye Mo established a teleportation formation, not underground but in Song Yangzhu and Ye Ling's cultivation chamber for discreet emergency use, accessible only via their spiritual senses.

Song Yangzhu and Ye Ling were both at Chi Gathering stage 7, progressing rapidly thanks to their excellent spiritual roots, ample spiritual chi, and pill supplies.

“Brother, are you leaving again?” Ye Ling’s concern was evident. Song Yangzhu mirrored her worry.

Ye Mo nodded. “Yes, to secure a Fire Seed and then concoct pills for your master. I’ll be away for a long time in six months, so work hard. I’m leaving you some pills and establishing a teleportation formation here.”

“A teleportation formation in our room?” Ye Ling asked, surprised.

Ye Mo confirmed, “Yes. Use it to escape if confronted by overwhelming opponents. It's linked only to our spiritual senses.”