CHAPTER 186: CHAPTER 186: PREPARATIONS FOR BATTLE, NEW THREE-STAR PRODUCT

Lu Changfeng listened attentively, already aware of the gap between himself and Lu Yuanshan, Lu Zhiwei, feeling a sense of ambition.

"Father, I will work hard, and I will not disappoint your expectations!"

In the future, I need to spend more time learning arrays and cut down on some unnecessary recreational activities, such as fish farming and wandering idly in the sect.

At this age, it’s time to strive hard.

"Mm, it’s good that you understand my painstaking intentions."

"Go ahead, feel free to ask me if there’s anything you don’t understand."

Lu Changfeng nodded slightly and walked away alone.

After Lu Changfeng disappeared from sight, Lu Ping calmed his thoughts and brought up the system panel, focusing his gaze on the last item [Two-star - Resource Optimization].

Supporting sect development still needs to continue.

Choosing which resource to optimize, it’s without question, still the sect’s medicinal garden.

Thinking of this, Lu Ping recalled that the last time the sect’s medicinal garden was optimized was not long ago.

At that time, Zhiwei was sent to oversee, allowing the pest problems that arose post-optimization to be resolved promptly.

Days have gone by, and the medicinal garden has been peaceful, apparently, the worries were unfounded.

Now, continue optimizing the medicinal garden.

[Medicinal Garden Optimizing...]

Once triggered, the system prompted a dialog box.

[Optimization Successful: The tier of spirit medicine planted in the medicinal garden has been upgraded to Tier Two Middle Grade, excluding the Spiritual Peach Tree, Cyan Jade Bamboo, and Spirit Void Vine]

Then, below is the detailed display of resources.

[Medicinal Field Eight Acres: Tier Two Middle Grade Medicinal Field]

[Estimated Income: 9230 Spirit Stones/Year (Stable Production)]

...

Luck is on our side.

This optimization raised the grade of the medicinal garden by one grade, reaching Tier Two Middle Grade.

The annual income of the garden increased from the original 5390 spirit stones to 9230 spirit stones.

If [Two-star Resource Optimization] is obtained again shortly, I can try optimizing the Cyan Jade Bamboo.

The grade of Cyan Jade Bamboo is currently Tier One Top-Grade; after optimization to Tier Two, it can be refined into Tier Two Cyan Bamboo Swords.

In the medicinal garden, it’s essential to produce more Tier Two Spirit Void Pills and various elixirs, aiding in the disciples’ strength growth.

Most importantly, it is to assist Lu Yuanshan in growing his strength.

After completing the medicinal garden optimization, only 54 Reputation Points remain.

For the moment, I won’t worry about the Reputation Points; Lu Ping checked some affair rewards.

A free refresh in the system mall.

Three Blazing Fire Talismans.

Ten Merfolk Tears.

The Blazing Fire Talisman is a Tier One Middle-grade Spirit Talisman with a fire attribute, similar in tier to the water sword talisman rewarded earlier.

These talismans, Lu Ping can directly use, without relying on others, intending to save them.

The ten Merfolk Tears don’t need much explanation, valued at around ten thousand spirit stones, to be passed on later.

A free refresh in the system mall, this is a valuable thing, worth 20 Reputation Points. Lu Ping immediately opened the system mall to use this feature.

The system mall interface appeared with a jump, changing, and new products appeared.

[Three-star - Lethal Block].

[Two-star - Array Master Upgrade], [Two-star - Nine-Curves Ganoderma Seed], [Reishi Powder Formula], [Two-star Qi and Blood Recovery].

This refresh resulted in five new items, luck is quite good.

The Nine-Curves Ganoderma Seed and Reishi Powder Formula are paired, similar to Moon Grass and Crescent Pill.

The effect of Reishi Powder is to enhance the cultivation of late-stage Qi cultivators, a bit similar to the Qi Cultivation Pill, but only effective for late-stage Qi cultivators.

This Reishi Powder could be used for Zhang Nianchuan, Song Minghui, and other Foundation Establishment seeds, helping them reach the peak of Qi cultivation sooner and establish a solid foundation.

The price of Nine-Curves Ganoderma Seed is 150 Reputation Points, with a maturation period of one year.

The Reishi Powder Formula costs 300 Reputation Points.

Not considered expensive.

Additionally, the feature [Two-star - Array Master Upgrade] refreshed, which surprised Lu Ping a bit.

Previously arranged for Lu Changfeng to study the Path of Array, and now related items are refreshed, it’s quite coincidental.

However, this feature cannot directly upgrade Lu Changfeng to a Tier One Lower-Grade Array Master, the prerequisite for its use is that the subject already possesses array expertise.

For instance, after reaching the level of a Tier One Lower-Grade Array Master, using this feature will be effective; otherwise, it is ineffective.

Lu Ping is well aware of this, so it cannot be used on Lu Changfeng yet. He needs to study hard and step into the ranks of a Tier One Lower-Grade Array Master, becoming a true array master.

Then, there’s [Two-star - Qi and Blood Recovery].

The same kind of item, Lu Ping encountered a One-star level Qi and Blood Recovery before, using it for Zhiwei, recovering her magical qi and blood, enabling her to kill Hengyue Sect’s Lei Yajing, Wei River, and Wei Heng.

Now, this item’s star level has reached two stars, and its effect has improved, not just being limited to restoring magical power.

[Qi and Blood Recovery: Two-star]

[Effect: Select a sect member to restore their qi and blood, magical power, divine soul, and spirit to peak condition]

[Reputation: 100]

...

Added restoration of divine soul and spirit.

Finally, there’s [Three-star - Lethal Block].

[Lethal Block: Three-star]

[Effect: Select a sect member to receive the effect of blocking physical attacks for half a minute, capable of withstanding attacks from Golden Core stage cultivators]

[Reputation: 200]

...

Far better than the previously refreshed [One-star - Lethal Block], with increased block duration, lasting for half a minute instead of just one time.

These two items arrived very timely.

Just as Lu Yuanshan is heading to Celestial Saint Palace, they might come in handy.

To be prepared is always wise.

Concerning Celestial Saint Palace, Lu Ping is not assured with Lu Yuanshan going alone, planning to accompany and support him.

Considering supporting him, the Reputation Points cannot be in short supply, so more should be prepared.

Looking at the remaining dozens of Reputation Points, it is clear that there’s not enough left to shop in the mall again, at least not right now.

The External Affairs in the system showed some tasks available.

[External Missions: Bandits have been appearing near Liangwang Peak, disturbing the local people. Please send disciples to eliminate the bandits near Liangwang Peak.]

[Bandit Numbers: 56]

[Combat Power: Qi Cultivation First Layer to Fifth Layer]

[Status: The bandits have newly appeared near Liangwang Peak, disturbing the peace of the local area by harassing the local population.]

Reputation Reward: 3 points.

[External Missions: Recently, in Jingyang Town among the Liu Family, a cat demon has been sighted harming residents. Please dispatch disciples to arrest or slay the cat demon.]

[Cat Demon Number: 1]

[Combat Power: Sixth-Layer Qi Cultivation]

[Status: Lurking near the Liu Family in Jingyang Town, active during the night]

Reputation Reward: 5 points.

[External Missions: A fox demon is harming scholars traveling to take exams in the Earth God Temple by the official road outside Shanghe Village.]

[Fox Demon Number: 1]

[Combat Power: Seventh-Layer Qi Cultivation]

[Status: Skilled in Illusion Technique, currently transformed]

Reputation Reward: 5 points.

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