Clan Cultivation: Starting from Beast Taming

"Protection Pulse Pill, Nourishing Pulse Pill, and Golden Spirit Qi Balming Powder, as long as these three things are prepared in advance, letting the main meridians adapt to the impact of Golden Qi, the chances of successfully forging the Golden Cauldron later would greatly increase!"

"Since there have been senior cultivators of the Zhou Family who succeeded in cultivating the 'Golden Cauldron Profound Art' through this method, then I definitely can too!"

In the room, Zhou Chun's eyes flashed with a sharp light, and his heart surged with boundless confidence.

When he had initially cultivated 'Xinjin Sword Qi,' he had already experienced the agony brought about by the infusion of Golden Qi into his body.

But from this, he also knew that although the infusion of Golden Qi was dangerous, it was not an insurmountable challenge.

Moreover, the power of 'Xinjin Sword Qi' was completely worth the suffering he had endured at that time.

Although the 'Golden Cauldron Profound Art' was very difficult to master, Zhou Chun believed that as long as he could successfully cultivate this technique, then in the future, unless he encountered another cultivator who also practiced a top-tier cultivation technique, it would be hard for anyone of the same rank to be his match!

With such plans in mind, Zhou Chun went to see the Clan Leader, Zhou Daoyi, and subsequently proceeded to the cave dwelling of the Supreme Elder, Zhou Mingde, at the summit of Pagoda Peak to pay respects.

What the cave dwelling of a Purple Mansion Phase Cultivator looked like was something Zhou Chun had always been curious about.

This time, following Clan Leader Zhou Daoyi into the cave dwelling of the Supreme Elder Zhou Mingde, his curiosity was satisfied.

Zhou Mingde's cave dwelling was located about fifty feet below the summit of Pagoda Peak and was a typical example of an inlaid cave dwelling.

An inlaid cave dwelling is one where cultivators use great Mana to carve into the mountain, excavate an expansive space within and then partition it into stone chambers for different purposes.

This type of cave dwelling had many advantages: firstly, it was safe and concealed, being deep within the mountain, and reinforced with layers of Formations, making it difficult for outsiders to discover, let alone threaten the cultivator within unless they could split mountains and crack the earth.

Secondly, it facilitated a cultivator's absorption of the Spiritual Energy emitted by the Spirit Vein.

After all, Spirit Veins were usually underground, and the nodes of Spiritual Energy convergence were also typically below the surface.

Thirdly, it was extremely private, shielded by thick mountainsides and heavy stone doors. Even a Golden Core Stage Cultivator outside could not penetrate the thick mountainside and stone doors with their Divine Sense to see inside the cave dwelling.

The stone door of Zhou Mingde's cave dwelling was three feet thick and was carved from a hard stone known as 'Heavy Profound Stone.'

Entering through the main door led to a corridor that branched out to various stone chambers, each with its own thick stone door for added protection.

This arrangement somewhat resembled the secret underground bases that Zhou Chun had seen in science fiction movies from his previous life.

The lighting inside the dwelling wasn't from 'Sun Glow Stones' but from even higher-grade 'Sun Luminescent Pearls,' special Magic Artifacts capable of autonomously absorbing stray Spiritual Energy to produce light.

Zhou Chun also noticed that the air inside the dwelling was very refreshing, indicating that there were ventilation ducts leading to the outside, invisible to him, to cycle fresh air from outside into the interior.

After walking a distance along the corridor of the cave dwelling with Clan Leader Zhou Daoyi, Zhou Chun subsequently entered a stone chamber with its big door wide open.

Inside the chamber, various tables, chairs, and benches were arranged, and green potted plants were even placed around, suggesting it was likely a reception room.

The Supreme Elder Zhou Mingde was seated on the primary chair at this moment.

Upon seeing this, Zhou Daoyi and Zhou Chun simultaneously bowed and paid their respects, saying, "The younger generation pays respect to the Supreme Elder."

"No need to be so formal, please take your seats," said Zhou Mingde, gesturing for them to sit down with a wave of his hand.

Following this, they expressed their gratitude, saying, "Thank you, Supreme Elder, for granting us a seat."

Then, they sat down together at the guest seats.

After they were seated, Zhou Daoyi turned to Zhou Mingde and saluted, "Reporting to the Supreme Elder, Zhengchun has now chosen his main cultivation technique. I have brought him here this time to pay his respects to the Supreme Elder, in hopes that he can listen to the Supreme Elder's teachings."

Of course, those words were just formalities; after all, one could hardly say that we were there to ask for things from him.

Zhou Mingde was well aware of this.

However, he was not in a hurry to hand over the items to Zhou Chun, but instead looked at him and said, "Daoyi has also mentioned to me a few days ago that you have chosen to cultivate the 'Golden Cauldron Profound Art.' I must say, your ambition is grand, and you are quite bold!"

Hearing this, Zhou Chun's eyebrows twitched slightly, but he did not speak.

Zhou Mingde's words merely reflected his own view of him and did not require a response.

Seeing that he did not reply, Zhou Mingde seemed to understand his intention.

He nodded and said, "Rest assured, since you have made your choice and are willing to bear the consequences, no one will obstruct you from walking your own path."

At this point, he added with a serious tone, "However, I still suggest that you study thoroughly the cultivation insights left behind by the senior member of our clan. Focus on collecting a great amount of Golden Qi needed for the Golden Cauldron, even if it takes ten or eight years, it will be worth it!"

"During this preparatory period, you can take over Daoyi's responsibilities, allowing him to concentrate on his cultivation and making a breakthrough to the later stages of Foundation Establishment."

So, this was the condition for bestowing upon me two second-order Magic Artifacts?

Zhou Chun listened to Zhou Mingde's words and soon understood their deeper meaning.

Clearly, Zhou Mingde was also worried that if Zhou Chun failed and died during the dangerous cultivation of the 'Golden Cauldron Profound Art,' it would cause a tremendous loss to the Zhou Family.

The loss would not just stem from the death of a Foundation Establishment Cultivator, but it would also be a significant hindrance to Clan Leader Zhou Daoyi's attempt to break through to the Purple Mansion Phase.

If Zhou Chun, the carefully groomed Vice Clan Leader, were to perish prematurely, then Zhou Daoyi would have to continue leading the clan, focusing his energy primarily on managing the family affairs.

This, in turn, would greatly impede his progress toward the Purple Mansion Phase.

In comparison to Clan Leader Zhou Daoyi, whose lifespan isn't exceptionally long and cannot afford to wait too many years,

Zhou Chun, who is only thirty-six years old now, could afford a delay of ten or eight years and still be considered young, not significantly affecting his future path.

To be honest, if it were for anyone else, Zhou Chun would certainly be extremely reluctant at the moment, perhaps even preferring not to accept the two second-order Magic Artifacts.

However, Clan Leader Zhou Daoyi had shown him great kindness and favor, and no one in the Zhou Family could match the grace Zhou Chun owed him.

To delay his own progression for ten or eight years for the sake of Zhou Daoyi's cultivation path, Zhou Chun was willing deep down, and therefore not as resistant.

Thus, after giving Clan Leader Zhou Daoyi a glance, he replied softly, "Yes, junior will definitely heed the advice of the Supreme Elder and diligently manage the family affairs!"

"Very well, with your words, I am reassured!"

Zhou Mingde nodded in satisfaction, pleased with Zhou Chun's response.

He then reached into his Storage Pouch with a wave of his hand, and two streaks of spiritual light flew out, hovering in the air before him.

They were a golden-glowing nail and a yellow-glowing token, two second-order lower-grade Magic Artifacts designed for offense and defense, respectively.

"These two Magic Artifacts are spoils of war I acquired from defeating enemies," Zhou Mingde said, "their powers are quite good, so I bestow them upon you as protective items!"

With a wave of his sleeve, he pushed them towards Zhou Chun.

"Yes, junior thanks the Supreme Elder for his generous gift."

Zhou Chun respectfully acknowledged and stowed the two Magic Artifacts into his pouch with no hesitation.

After listening to a few more encouraging words from Zhou Mingde, he left the cave residence together with Clan Leader Zhou Daoyi.