Chapter 0002 The Known End of the World

Under the stimulation of the true essence, the purification gem emitted a rainbow of colors, connecting to Zhang Hao's forehead.

Zhang Shengde suddenly pulled Zhang Hao up and rushed outside: "Let's go, report to your mother that you are safe."

A gauzy light floated all around, and profound messages surged into Zhang Hao's mind. Zhang Hao slowed his pace and gradually became entranced by it.

The quantity of foundation-building pills is directly related to the strength and prosperity of the nation

After walking for a moment, a stone wall blocked the way. Zhang Hao gently pushed, and the stone wall shattered with a loud noise, revealing a wider path.

One can awaken from the curse of the soul on their own, not only will their understanding undergo a tremendous transformation, but they will also no longer have to fear the curse of the soul in the future

In the end, Zhang Shengde sighed: "Now, we have to spend seventy percent of our wealth each year on elixirs, yet it is still not enough!"

It can even be said that the crisis is imminent

Zhang Hao became interested and looked closely. The map was quite rudimentary, only providing a general idea; however, with Zhang Shengde's explanation, a three-dimensional picture gradually took shape in Zhang Hao's mind

Since ancient times, Western countries have continuously launched expeditions to the East, yet they have experienced more defeats than victories, which has also provoked the nations of the East

Zhangjia, located at the westernmost edge of the 'Country of Qixia', is situated in Ninghe County, Changshan Town, adjacent to the Sea of Death.

The headache has vanished, and consciousness is clearer than ever before; a practice titled "Small Zhou Tian Gong" emerges in my mind; this is the practice of the Zhang family

There is none left," Zhang Hao shook his head

At the beginning of cultivation, refining essence into qi, the cultivation of the Peiyuan Dan is indispensable. The quality and quantity of the Peiyuan Dan directly affect the foundation of the cultivator, influencing the number of cultivators in a country, and consequently impacting the fundamental essence of that nation

Zhang Shengde spread out a rudimentary map on the table: "To participate in family affairs, one must understand the environment in which the family exists"

Zhang Hao nodded, gradually releasing his aura

Continuing forward, soon another stone wall blocked the way. This time, the wall was insurmountable, as solid as an iron barrier; after several attempts to strike it, not even a fraction could be shaken.

With a loud crash, the purification gem shattered into fragments

Zhang Hao's expression also became serious, "Is there only one formula for the Foundation Establishment Pill?"

In the realm of reality and illusion, Zhang Hao embarked on a path that lies between the two.

This must be the spiritual energy between heaven and earth

Zhang Hao's gaze was resolute and stubborn, and Zhang Shengde finally nodded helplessly

The concept of the unity of heaven and humanity begins to stir, as a mysterious aura seems to flow into the body from the universe, causing one's figure to gradually become tall, majestic, and powerful

Upon arriving at Zhang Shengde's study, Zhang Hao felt a bit worried: "Father, Mother's health..."

The earlier image of the soaring immortal, riding the wind with great ambition, rises once again to the forefront of my mind

Zhang Hao slowly nodded, having gained a basic understanding of his surroundings. In summary, it can be expressed in one sentence: very pessimistic

Zhang Hao sat cross-legged in contemplation, engaged in his practice

The figure gradually approached the height of the stone wall, and with a single punch, the stone wall shattered once more

In the haze, Zhang Hao seemed to perceive a vast and surging energy, rolling endlessly between heaven and earth

In fact, Zhang Hao really wanted to ask what the 'Death Green Sea' was all about, but he was afraid of revealing his intentions

"Seventh Layer of Qi Refinement! So that's how it is." Zhang Hao smiled and gently stepped onto the new path

The expensive elixirs are draining the lifeblood of various Western countries

"Purifying gemstones." Zhang Hao seemed to be deep in thought. He turned to look at his father, only to find his father wearing a look of shock.

Deep within the eyes, there flickers a cold light—Qian family! To avoid repeating past mistakes, the Qian family must be eradicated

Zhang Hao noticed that Zhang Shengde appeared relaxed, and thus he felt relieved.

Zhang Hao spoke for quite a while, only leaving when his mother began to feel a bit drowsy

Zhang Hao held his mother's hand and spoke words of concern, "Mother, do not worry, look, the child is already well. Instead, you should pay attention to your health."

Uncertain how much time has passed, the world sways like light smoke, gradually retreating and disappearing

There are indeed many formulas. However, the few main ingredients required for the foundation-building elixir remain fundamentally unchanged.

There is also the critically important Foundation Pill. In the East, the Foundation Pill only requires 100 spirit stones; whereas here, it easily exceeds a thousand

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However, Xuan Tie is ultimately a type of spiritual material, and the smelting technology is the core. The Qian family will stop at nothing, all for the sake of the Zhang family's smelting technology

Since the rise of the era of nation-states thousands of years ago, the countries of the East have monopolized trade routes, leading to a continuous increase in the price of medicinal materials, while the price of black iron has been declining year after year

Zhang Shengde stuttered a bit: "Refining Qi ... ... seven layers?"

Feng Xu rides the wind, wielding his sword in the rivers and lakes, wishing to compete with the heavens in height

Recalling it once again, Zhang Hao was immensely surprised that he actually understood it! The core of the technique is 'the unity of heaven and man'; and a certain great nation has been proclaiming this idea for thousands of years

It is nothing, just take some time to recuperate. After all, your mother is also at the Foundation Establishment stage.

Zhang Hao's heart stirred: Qi Refining Level 6

The known end of the world

Two memories gradually merge, and the soul completely aligns with the body

The location we are in is considered the end of the known world

The cultivation method operates autonomously, with the spiritual energy of heaven and earth surging into the body

For instance, ingredients such as Pure Flower, Soul-Settling Herb, Century Ginseng, Blood Ginseng, Muscle and Bone Herb, and Golden Snake Herb are required in almost all Foundation Establishment Pills, and these are predominantly controlled by the East

Zhang Hao slowly opened his eyes, only to find that the previously radiant purification gem was now filled with cracks, its brilliance completely lost

Zhang Shengde watched from the side, his face displaying a radiant smile. Only after losing do we come to cherish; the scene before him was both precious and heartwarming

Only when the mother recovers will the child be happy

Picking up the purification gem from the table, he said to Zhang Hao: "To completely eliminate the curse, we should purify it once more."

Having finished speaking, Zhang Shengde inquired: "Are there any questions?"

Zhang Hao slowly closed his eyes, and in the haze, it seemed as if a rainbow of colors flowed deep into his soul, bringing light and warmth, dispelling darkness, chaos, and chill; his soul gradually became transparent and pure

Mother's complexion was somewhat pale, but it was due to Zhang Hao's issue that she fell ill; to be precise, she was on the verge of losing her sanity.

Taking the 'Peiyuan Dan' as an example, which is used to replenish qi and nourish blood, as well as to strengthen the foundation and cultivate the essence. In the East, one Peiyuan Dan requires only three to five spirit stones, or even fewer; here, however, we need 20 spirit stones

The country of Qixia is mountainous, with particularly abundant reserves of black iron ore, but the Zhang family does not have exclusive rights to it

In this world of cultivation, more precisely known as the 'Known World', there are seven continents; located in the northwest direction is the Continent of Fertile Soil. In the far west of the Continent of Fertile Soil, there is a 'Country of Qixia', also referred to as 'Qixia Nation'

Zhang Hao was dragged by his father, floating to the North Courtyard like a kite

The country of Qixia is mountainous, with relatively barren land and scarce medicinal herbs

Zhang Shengde gradually broke into a smile, and finally burst into loud laughter: "Good! Good! Good!"

Alright, alright, mother will definitely get better soon

The Country of Qixia is adjacent to the 'Sea of Death', here lies the end of the known world, the place where the evening glow returns, hence the name 'Qixia'

Zhang Shengde nodded slightly, his tone somewhat heavy: "Next, let's talk about the trade route"

Hehe... Zhang Hao chuckled foolishly: My situation... is approximately not quite in line with what you mentioned