Rising from Small Cloud Rain Technique

The growth cycle of Pearl Blood Rice is three years. Of course, this time is influenced by various factors, such as the quality of the Spirit Field, the level of Planting Technique, and so on.

Spirit Rice belongs to the Tier Two level, theoretically it can only grow robustly in a Tier Two Spirit Field.

The Spirit Field in the Gourd World is only Tier One Top Grade, which affects the maturity time and yield of the Spirit Rice.

Fortunately, there are several Planting Techniques at the Great Perfection Level. The soil here is also different from the outside world, which can compensate for the shortfall in the Spirit Field tier.

The time thereafter will be used to verify whether the soil here is suitable for the growth of Spirit Rice.

Ji An took off his Storage Bag, found the pouch containing the Red Flame Sand, a special Spirit Soil containing Fire Spiritual Power. The grains are extensive, appearing smooth on the surface, but feel rough when rubbed with fingers.

If you grip it tightly, you will feel a burning sensation after a moment, as if holding a bunch of heated iron sand.

Bypassing the lava zone with flowing magma, he spread the Red Flame Sand as evenly as possible on the ground.

Just like the area of black soil, this plantable land area is about one-third less than other regions.

After completing all this, he used the Yellow Dragon Essence Enhancement Skill. A rumbling sound came from the depths of the earth, and the Red Flame Sand rapidly seeped into the soil.

He flew to the side of the Fire Coral, finding its surface crystals vibrant and its growth condition excellent.

However, there were already Fire Crystal Ants wandering nearby, evidently eyeing the Spirit Plants.

Ji An drove away the Fire Crystal Ants and took out a few Array Discs to seal the paths reaching the Spirit Plant, thus making it necessary to swim through the magma or take an aerial route to reach the Fire Coral location.

Currently, the quantity of Fire Coral is too limited to be wasted. Only when there are dozens to a hundred plants will he consider lifting the seal.

He activated the Magic Array, and a yellow light screen rose and slowly disappeared.

After completing all this, Ji An successively scattered White Condensed Soil, Black Moisture Soil, Cyan Splendor Soil, and Earth Yellow Crystal into their respective areas.

He adjusted the position of the Spirit-Binding Stakes, reloaded Spirit Stones into the Magic Array, and activated the array.

From the central hub, the Spirit-Binding Stakes lit up in succession with a softly glowing pale yellow light.

The Magic Array consumes over a hundred Middle-grade Spirit Stones annually, which is quite a substantial expense.

In the future, obtaining a spot to comprehend the Metal Technique Divine Intent will also require Spirit Stones, which is reportedly costly.

Ji An stood in the center of the Little World; by now, the Spirit Devouring Insects had already reconstructed a nest over two feet high, which was impressive in its efficiency.

Obviously, these Spiritual Insects greatly favor this environment, and he hoped in his heart to see their population expand upon his next visit.

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The next day, Ji An began processing the outer skin of the Molten Armor Lizard in his Grotto Mansion, carefully peeling off the armor plates, separating the fragmented from the intact ones.

These scales can be used to make Defensive Spiritual Artifacts; the scales of Demon Beasts at the Chao Origin Stage are quite suitable for crafting Defensive Spiritual Artifacts.

After dealing with the scales, he simultaneously released the Small Cloud Rain Technique to wash away and scraped off the residual meat from the beast hide.

Once everything was settled, Ji An tightened the beast hide using tools and released the Flame Fire Spell to bake it, evaporating the residual moisture within.

Three days later, Ji An left the Immortal City, taking a tour in the surrounding area.

The purpose of doing so was to create an illusion of meeting with ’friends,’ using ’Friendship from Nothingness’ to purchase the Spirit Soil for cultivating the Spirit Field.

Half a month passed quickly, and this evening, Ji An finished drawing the Fire Dragon Talisman, according to his routine, leaving the Grotto Mansion to head to the inn for dining.

He stepped out, finding Li Zhonghe standing not far away, holding a half-human-high wooden barrel.

"Senior, today was lucky; I entrusted a friend to acquire six Treasure Dragon Fish."

He had been waiting here for over a double hour, feeling very anxious; if by evening the other party still didn’t come out, it would be difficult for him.

The Spirit Fish in the wooden barrel absolutely wouldn’t last through the night, but he also lacked the courage to make noise outside the Grotto Mansion, or fifty Spirit Stones would be wasted.

"Excellent," Ji An smiled, walking closer, and peering into the barrel.

The Spirit Fish were two inches long at the smallest, not longer than a palm at the largest, with oval-shaped scales, shimmering with a pale golden glow.

The Treasure Dragon Fish had two pairs of whiskers at the corners of their mouths, one long and one short; the short whiskers were two inches, while the long ones were about as long as the body.

As the Spirit Fish swam, their movement was gentle and smooth, and the water in the barrel swayed as if sunlight was illuminating within.

"Six Spirit Fish, according to our original agreed price, you need to be paid one hundred and twenty Spirit Stones, plus I’ll add ten more as a commission."

Ji An said, cheerfully taking out Spirit Stones to hand over to the other party.

Li Zhonghe’s smile was wide enough to reach his ears; within just half a day, he earned eighty Spirit Stones, far surpassing his regular day’s income.

He received the Spirit Stones with both hands, putting them into his Storage Bag, then offered the wooden barrel while saying earnestly:

"Senior, do you need me to acquire another four?"

Purchasing a few more could earn at least fifty more Spirit Stones!

Ji An gently waved his hand, "No need."

Whether or not Spirit Fish could be raised in the Gourd World, he would no longer purchase Treasure Dragon Fish.

Li Zhonghe showed a look of disappointment, cupping his hands and saying:

"Alright, if the senior needs anything, you can contact me anytime. The junior takes his leave."

After the other party left, Ji An returned to the Grotto Mansion, connecting with the Upper Stone Turtle.

"Enter the Gourd World."

He once again treaded upon the yellow earth, each time entering at a location near the Gathering Essence Tree.

He picked up the wooden barrel, riding the cloud to the center of the black land, where the pond was, and poured the water and Spirit Fish into it.

When the Treasure Dragon Fish fell into the water, they joyfully swayed their tail fins without showing discomfort.