A Year Later, a Heaven and Earth Spirit Fire Appears!

A year later.

Zhang Xuanchen arrived beside the acre of First-grade Mid-tier spirit field he had opened up.

He had specifically prepared this spirit field to plant Fire Fluff Grass.

Those seventeen Fire Fluff Grass plants had indeed produced quite a few seeds, enough to plant an acre of spirit field.

Three months had now passed, and seedlings had already sprouted. Not bad at all.

Over the past year, Zhang Xuanchen's cultivation had successfully broken through to the Qi Refining Eighth Layer, while his success rate in refining First-grade Top-tier pills had stabilized at eighty percent.

Their quality was basically Standard Grade, with low-grade pills appearing only rarely.

As for Fine Grade, not a single one had appeared yet.

Besides that, his Spirit Planter cultivation had also advanced to First-grade Mid-tier.

It could only be described as slow progress.

But there was nothing he could do about it. Without a Wood Spiritual Root, he simply was not cut out to be a Spirit Planter.

He had also cultivated the first level of the Second Stage escape technique, Wind Chasing Escape, which the Lineage had given him, to the perfected realm.

Its speed rivaled that of a Foundation Establishment Early Stage cultivator.

It was an exceptional escape technique.

The reason he had achieved so much was naturally because he possessed an Innate Divine Soul and extraordinary comprehension.

Perhaps because he retained the memories of his previous life, his divine soul was now already comparable to that of a Qi Refining Peak cultivator.

Looking at the thriving Fire Fluff Grass, Zhang Xuanchen nodded in satisfaction.

In nine months, he would be able to begin the Warm Velvet Chicken advancement experiment.

[Immortal Fate Information (Grade A-Low): In the Dragon Mountain Range, at the Earth Vein Volcano, an infant Heaven and Earth Spirit Fire—the Earth Vein Profound Sun Fire—will be born at midnight three days from now.

Note: The Earth Vein Profound Sun Fire is supremely firm and supremely yang, the nemesis of evil things, and the best possible choice for refining into one's natal flame!]

After the voice faded, the location where the Earth Vein Profound Sun Fire would be born surfaced in Zhang Xuanchen's mind.

"Spirit Fire! It's actually a Spirit Fire!"

"Damn it, no opportunity prompt had appeared for an entire year—I thought my Golden Finger had vanished!

Who knew it had been holding back for something huge!"

Heaven and Earth Spirit Fires were wondrous objects born from the fire element between heaven and earth.

They were treasures of a higher level than even Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures.

Treasures born from the powers of other elements were likewise Heaven and Earth wonders.

Such as Spirit Fire, Earth Core, Gold Essence, Water Soul, Wood Origin, Lightning Crystal, Wind Amber, Light Radiance, Dark Marrow, Void Jade, Time Sand, and other special lifeforms born from the various elements.

As their strength continuously increased, every one of them could awaken intelligence.

Any one of them could bring endless benefits to cultivators. Forget Golden Core cultivators—even Nascent Soul True Lords could not resist the allure of these special lifeforms!

If Zhang Xuanchen refined the Earth Vein Profound Sun Fire while it had only just been born, he would reap enormous benefits.

Tempering spiritual energy, increasing the power of spells, aiding alchemy and artifact refinement, purifying impurities within the body—every single one was a temptation he could not refuse!

"Since I know beforehand, I cannot miss it! I must obtain it!

This place is a full million kilometers from the Dragon Mountain Range. Flying there would be far too late.

The only way is to take a teleportation array!

Back to Xuanxiao Mountain!"

The emergence of a Heaven and Earth Spirit Fire would inevitably cause a massive stir. Moreover, they were extremely weak at the beginning of their birth; even Qi Refining cultivators could refine and absorb one if they came prepared.

Thus, few Heaven and Earth Spirit Fires ever grew to the point of awakening intelligence.

He had to reach the Earth Vein Volcano as quickly as possible and make arrangements in advance!

As for Fire Maple Mountain, he could only have other clansmen come and guard it!

With that thought, Zhang Xuanchen returned to the wooden house, erased the restrictions he had left on the Array Plate, then directly brought out his First-grade Top-tier Flying Boat and flew toward Xuanxiao Mountain.

Over the past year, the demonic beasts between the Spirit Vein territories had long since been cleared out by the Monster Hunting Teams.

There were no accidents along the way.

Upon returning to the Lineage, Zhang Xuanchen rushed without stopping toward the Clan Leader's Small Courtyard.

When he encountered clansmen along the way, he merely nodded hurriedly in greeting.

"What's wrong with Xuan Chen? Why is he in such a panic?"

"Wasn't he guarding Fire Maple Mountain? Why did he suddenly return to the Lineage?"

"Judging from how flustered he looks, he must have run into something."

"Could Fire Maple Mountain have been taken by someone?"

"Hongguang, are you blind? Xuan Chen's clothes are not even damaged. He clearly does not look like he has fought anyone.

Enough, enough. Stop guessing. If it is something we should know, we will naturally be told. Hurry back and cultivate."

The moment Zhang Xuanchen arrived at the Small Courtyard, he saw Zhang Hongzhan standing at the entrance, looking at him.

Clearly, he had long sensed his aura and had deliberately waited for him.

"Xiao Chen, you weren't hurt, were you?"

Although Zhang Hongzhan saw no injuries on his son, his first words were still ones of concern rather than questions about Fire Maple Mountain.

Suppressing the emotion in his heart, Zhang Xuanchen quickly stepped before his father. "Father, let's talk inside."

Seeing the serious look on his son's face, Zhang Hongzhan also realized that something extremely important must have happened.

He nodded, entered the room, activated the Soundproof Array, and looked at his excited younger son.

Feeling his father's gaze, Zhang Xuanchen asked, "Father, do you believe me?"

"You are my son. If I do not believe you, then who else could I believe?"

At those words, Zhang Xuanchen took a deep breath.

"I have news of a Heaven and Earth Spirit Fire!"

This was the result of careful consideration. He knew perfectly well how his father had treated him over the years.

No matter what Heavenly Materials or Earthly Treasures they were, his father would always think of every possible way to obtain them for him.

If his father also wanted this Heaven and Earth Spirit Fire, Zhang Xuanchen would choose to give it up.

Though he would miss an opportunity, with the prompts from Immortal Fate Information, he might not be unable to encounter another one in the future.

Boom!

Upon hearing Zhang Xuanchen's words, Zhang Hongzhan abruptly rose to his feet!

His face was flushed with excitement, and even his breathing quickened. "Is this true?"

Though Zhang Hongzhan was excited, there was no desire in his eyes to claim it for himself.

The concern in Zhang Xuanchen's heart vanished with it.

It seemed that even a wondrous object like a Heaven and Earth Spirit Fire could not affect the father-son bond between them.

"I am certain!"

"Hahaha! Heaven bless the Zhang Family! Heaven bless my son!"

Upon receiving Zhang Xuanchen's confirmation, Zhang Hongzhan threw back his head and laughed.

"Tell me, what do you need? Your father will support you with all his strength! You must obtain this Heaven and Earth Spirit Fire!"

He knew that since his son had brought this matter up before him, he must be confident of obtaining the Heaven and Earth Spirit Fire.

Otherwise, he would never have told him.

"That Heaven and Earth Spirit Fire is at the Earth Vein Volcano in the Dragon Mountain Range. It has not yet fully formed.

I need a Third-grade Mid-tier Array Plate capable of concealing my aura, as well as a Ten Thousand Mile Teleportation Talisman. I will take a teleportation array there and make arrangements in advance."

"Fine! Wait here!"

Without the slightest hesitation, Zhang Hongzhan vanished from the room, not even intending to ask any further questions.

A moment later, he reappeared before Zhang Xuanchen.

He held several items in his hands.

"A Third-grade Mid-tier—Still Yuan Breath Concealment Formation! A Third-grade Low-grade Teleportation Talisman, capable of instantly transferring a cultivator to any location ten thousand miles away! Do not use it unless absolutely necessary!

A Third-grade Mid-tier Azure Edge Sky Splitting Talisman! Three Second-tier Top-grade Burning Fire Talismans! Three Second-tier Top-grade Profound Earth Shield Talismans!

A Second-tier Top-grade Bone Shifting Disguise Mask!

A Second-tier Top-grade Profound Ice Pearl, and one thousand Mid-grade Spirit Stones! Take them. If you encounter danger, do not be stingy—just throw the Spirit Talismans!

Remember, your life is the most important thing. If it truly comes to it, give up.

As long as the green hills remain, there will be no shortage of firewood."

The fewer people who knew about this matter, the better. He also knew that Zhang Xuanchen intended to leave quietly and act alone, making himself less conspicuous.

A Foundation Establishment cultivator following him would not be of much use and would only make the target larger.

Evil Cultivators were running rampant now, and Ancestor needed to remain behind to guard the Lineage. It was even more impossible for him to leave at such a time.

A lone Qi Refining Stage cultivator leaving would be like a stone sinking into the sea. If he kept a low profile, no one would pay attention to him at all.

Thus, the items Zhang Hongzhan had brought were all things that could be used in a life-or-death crisis. He had no intention of sending anyone along.

Looking at the treasures on the table, Zhang Xuanchen was deeply moved.

Dad really understands me.

He put away the treasures and smiled. "Don't worry, Father. Wait for my good news.

I'll leave Fire Maple Mountain to you."

With that, he walked out of the Small Courtyard, leaving Zhang Hongzhan with a carefree silhouette.

Everything that needed to be said was left unspoken.