Boarding Life

Ming Lan explained carefully, "This Land of Overflowing Spirits is a treasure land where the spiritual energy is several times, even more, dense compared to ordinary places!"

"In such a treasure land, the growth speed of those Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures will be exponentially increased!"

"So, once a Land of Overflowing Spirits is discovered, it undoubtedly means discovering a considerable number of Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures, according to the family intelligence reports."

"Within this Land of Overflowing Spirits, there are likely quite a few Spirit Grass plants that have grown for thousands of years!"

Qin Qi was stunned, "The Secret Realm has only been created for barely a thousand years, so how can these thousand-year-level Spirit Grass plants exist?"

Ming Lan sighed, "That’s the amazing thing about the Land of Overflowing Spirits. Normally, the age of a Spirit Plant indicates its growth time, but as I just said, the Land of Overflowing Spirits can accelerate the growth of these Spirit Grass plants. What you see as thousands of years could actually grow in hundreds or even tens of years within the Land of Overflowing Spirits."

"With this explanation, Junior Brother Qin Qi should understand the rarity of the Land of Overflowing Spirits!"

Upon hearing this, Qin Qi naturally understood, "In that case, when the four powerful families discover a Land of Overflowing Spirits, they will undoubtedly fight over it intensely, leading to strong competition!"

Ming Lan showed a bitter smile, "The problem is that if the four powerful families send out their strongest members, it will inevitably lead to a bloody battle for the Land of Overflowing Spirits!"

"There’s a good chance that the disturbance will be so great it may affect the frontline battle. Therefore, the four great families can only retreat and instead send their younger generation to compete for the Land of Overflowing Spirits!"

Qin Qi gradually understood, "That’s why you’ve been called back to the family!"

Ming Lan responded gently, "That’s right. If it were just a usual recall to the family, that would be fine; in previous years, for family competitions or ancestor worship activities, young members from outside would also return."

"But the family’s focus on this Land of Overflowing Spirits far exceeds that of previous times; the family has set clear regulations!"

"Whoever excels in the competition for the Land of Overflowing Spirits will surely receive generous rewards from the Ming Family. At that time, the head of the Ming Family will personally present the reward!"

"But if one performs poorly and fails to bring enough benefits to the family, they might be marginalized or, worse, even face expulsion from the Ming Family!"

Qin Qi paused after hearing this.

Expulsion from the Ming Family? This punishment seems overly harsh.

But upon careful consideration, the stakes of the Land of Overflowing Spirits are so high they could potentially change the current balance among the four powerful families.

If the punishment weren’t so severe, it wouldn’t motivate these young disciples to fight fiercely.

As it stands, being a young talent from the four prominent families isn’t an easy role.

Qin Qi couldn’t help but comfort Ming Lan, "Senior Sister Ming, there’s no need to be too pessimistic. Even if you can’t perform outstandingly, finding a way to maintain your place in the Ming Family shouldn’t be too difficult!"

Ming Lan smiled bitterly, "You may not know, Junior Brother Qin Qi, my father was a member of the Ming Family, but he passed away early; only my mother is alive!"

"My status in the Ming Family has never been high, and the resources I’ve received have been scarce. My cultivation level is at the bottom among the family’s descendants!"

"When people outside hear my surname is Ming, they think I’m a Ming Family princess, but in reality, my status in the Ming Family is almost negligible."

"Plus, there’s another fatal condition for the competition within the Land of Overflowing Spirits!"

Qin Qi asked in confusion, "What condition?"

"Everyone can invite two friends to join them. In other words, people from other forces, as long as they receive an invitation from a descendant of the four great families, can enter the Land of Overflowing Spirits too!" Ming Lan spoke with a despairing expression.

Qin Qi naturally understood the situation.

The four powerful families discovered the Land of Overflowing Spirits; other forces will surely be envious.

Allowing their younger generation to invite others to participate naturally avoids other forces being envious.

But this rule is fatal for Ming Lan.

Firstly, Ming Lan’s cultivation level isn’t high, so even if she invites someone, their cultivation level won’t differ by much.

In this way of competing, her disadvantages will only become more apparent.

"Why, do you want to help?" A mysterious woman’s voice suddenly sounded.

Qin Qi replied, "Yes, I’m considering it. After all, it’s also an opportunity to meet the head of the Ming Family!"

The mysterious woman said, "It’s entirely feasible to help this young girl. After all, there aren’t many opportunities to enter the Land of Overflowing Spirits."

"If there’s a chance to obtain one or two valuable Spirit Grass plants inside, it would greatly improve your chances of advancing to the Core Formation Stage in the future!"

"Moreover, since this young girl’s combat strength isn’t strong, it’s likely many of the Spirit Grass she acquires will end up with you!"

After hearing this, Qin Qi was indeed tempted.

He stroked his chin and looked at Ming Lan, "Senior Sister Ming, have you found anyone to invite yet?"

Ming Lan sighed lightly, shook her head with a bitter smile, "Not yet. Although some senior brothers and sisters are willing to help, unfortunately their cultivation is lacking!"

"Moreover, those with stronger cultivation levels clearly don’t want to get involved in my troubles!"

Qin Qi pondered for a moment, then said, "If I were to be Senior Sister Ming’s teammate, what would Senior Sister Ming think?"

Upon hearing this, Ming Lan paused suddenly.

She obviously hadn’t expected Qin Qi to say such a thing.

She was stunned, then opened her mouth in surprise and delight, "Junior Brother Qin Qi, are you serious?"

It should be known that Qin Qi’s achievements are already famous.

Taking on an Elite Demon alone—that feat alone is unprecedented, if not unparalleled.

Such a talented individual, willing to help her?

Even though Qin Qi’s cultivation technique restrains demons, its killing power against human cultivators of the same level isn’t as great!

Qin Qi smiled, "Do I look like I’m joking, Senior Sister Ming?"

Ming Lan was overjoyed, "Junior Brother Qin Qi, if you’re willing to help, I would naturally be thrilled. But... I just don’t know what I can offer you in return!"

"Given your status, Junior Brother Qin Qi, I don’t have anything of worth to repay you!"

Qin Qi scratched his nose.

He actually thought that if Ming Lan couldn’t find a way, offering herself wouldn’t be a bad option.

After all, while Ming Lan might not be a stunning beauty, she is indeed a rare gem.

Plus, her cultivation level isn’t low, also at the Foundation Establishment Stage, Tier Six. Truly conquering this situation would have its benefits.

However, such things are not meant to be spoken plainly, "Don’t worry about it, Senior Sister Ming. I’m just curious, how much of the Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures obtained within the Land of Overflowing Spirits need to be submitted to the family?"

"About half needs to be submitted." Ming Lan spoke softly, "If Junior Brother Qin Qi is willing to help, the remaining Spirit Plants can be split between us, each getting two and a half parts!"

"Besides, if Junior Brother Qin Qi has any other requests, feel free to let me know!"