Digging a Basement, Foundation Establishment Pill Prices (2/3)

"What?"

"Senior brother, you 'Foundation Establishment?"

When did this happen?

At this moment, Han Su felt his head buzzing.

It's only been a few days since I last saw them, and they've already Foundation Establishment.

Moreover, he did not get stuck at the Qi Refining Perfection and broke through very smoothly.

It's true what they say: comparisons are odious, and goods are worthless.

Xu Changqing retorted, "Haven't you heard?"

Han Su shook his head, looking completely bewildered, and said, "Where would I have heard that?"

Xu Changqing chuckled, "I broke through at the thirty-eighth level of the Earth Vein."

Han Su was stunned, then thought carefully and finally realized, "I remember now, when we first arrived there, people were indeed discussing how someone with a Wood Spirit Root had successfully Foundation Establishment. I didn't expect they were talking about you, Senior Brother!"

Xu Changqing nodded slightly. "That's right, you're talking about me."

Han Su, somewhat flustered, said, "This... I... I didn't prepare a gift either."

Xu Changqing didn't seem to care much, waving his hand and saying, "Your breakthrough is the greatest gift you could give me."

Upon hearing this, Han Su's eyes welled up with tears, and he choked with emotion.

If it weren't for Senior Brother Xu's timely reminder, I wouldn't have been able to break through this barrier.

Although Yellow Qi rises from the Earth Vein, this happens only once in a while.

However, it doesn't always cause the Spirit Stone vein to collapse and release attribute-less Spiritual Qi.

To some extent, this is a unique fortuitous opportunity or serendipitous encounter for those with Earth Spirit Root.

Unfortunately, Han Su only managed to grasp the elemental Spiritual Qi this time, without capturing a trace of Yellow Qi.

Otherwise, they could take this opportunity to become core disciples and cultivate more advanced Law Technique.

Only then did Han Su notice the extra acre of Spirit Fields on the other side, and he couldn't help but regret, "That's right, when the Spirit Farmer breaks through to the Foundation Establishment Early Stage, an extra acre of Grade-Two Spirit Field will be added. I actually missed loosening the soil!"

Seeing the other person's guilty expression, Xu Changqing comforted him, "So what if you missed it? It's not a big deal. In the early stages of clearing the land, there were disciples with Earth Spirit Root who infused the soil with Earth Qi while loosening it."

Han Su still felt bad about it. "But, I should at least do something for you, shouldn't I?"

Xu Changqing pondered, "Here's what we're going to do: I'm planning to build a basement for storage. If you're feeling particularly energetic, why don't you do it?"

Han Su's eyes lit up. "Okay, leave it to me."

After reaching the Qi Refining Perfection, his control over Earth Spiritual Power became even more refined.

Therefore, it can handle tasks such as loosening soil, building houses, and digging basements.

Next, the two began to plan the depth and scope of the basement.

In fact, Xu Changqing had already planned it out, so he made the arrangements very quickly.

Open an entrance to the basement right where the kitchen is located.

In this way, all the ingredients for brewing alcohol can be put into it.

Bang~

Bang bang~

As the ground continued to shake, the basement gradually took shape.

The Pearl Chicken Wangwang were lying in their nest, were so frightened by the noise that they immediately ran out and didn't dare to stay near the wooden house. They quickly ran to the edge of the field.

Looking at the startled dog Wangwang and the terrified guinea Pearl Chicken, Xu Changqing grinned wickedly, seemingly gloating.

Time quickly passed and it was noon.

Thanks to Han Su's efforts, the basement began to take shape.

The distance from the kitchen floor to the bottom of the basement is about three meters, and the overall space is a 7-meter by 7-meter square, which is enough to store things.

While Han Su was resting, Xu Changqing started preparing lunch.

Considering that the disciples with Earth Spirit Root eat a lot, a large pot of Supreme-Grade Spirit Rice was specially steamed.

The dishes were all home-style fare.

A plate of top-quality chili stir-fried with spirit beast meat.

A pot of top-quality winter melon and pork rib soup.

Add a plate of premium chili-fried Pearl Chicken.

This was Han Su's first time eating Xu Changqing's cooking, and he was very much looking forward to it.

Even though I haven't eaten yet, just looking at it makes my mouth water.

The dish, made with premium chili peppers and stir-fried spirit beast meat, is glossy and reddish-brown, with a fragrant and spicy aroma.

This premium winter melon and pork rib soup features a clear broth, translucent winter melon flesh, and tender, melt-in-your-mouth pork ribs.

Premium chili pepper stir-fried with Pearl Chicken, the egg yolks are fluffy and the chilies are bright red.

After setting the bowls and chopsticks down, Xu Changqing called out, "Let's eat!"

Han Su didn't touch his chopsticks immediately. Instead, he waited until Xu Changqing picked up a piece of slightly browned spirit beast meat and put it in his bowl before he started eating.

He liked to eat meat, so he chose to stir-fry spirit beast meat. He picked up a piece, put it in his mouth, chewed it a few times, and then his eyes widened.

Although the outer layer of the spirit beast meat is slightly crispy, the inside is firm and chewy, and the spicy flavor has a strong aftertaste. After only a few bites, you'll start to "sizzle and crackle".

At this moment, Xu Changqing said, "Junior Brother Han, I suddenly remembered."

Han Su scooped a spoonful of pork rib soup to relieve the spiciness, then asked, "What?"

Xu Changqing continued, "I've heard from others that if you're stuck at the Qi Refining Perfection stage, you need Foundation Establishment to break through."

He then remembered that Flower Elder and Zhang Su had mentioned it before.

However, Foundation Establishment are extremely rare and expensive, making them difficult for ordinary disciples to obtain.

Furthermore, different attributes require different Foundation Establishment.

For example, if you Earth Spirit Root, you need to add the [Earth-Spouting Lotus], which is rare in the Earth Vein, as the main ingredient to the Foundation Establishment.

If I remember correctly, one of these plants costs eighty Mid-Grade Spirit Stone.

Of course, these were the previous prices.

As the [Formal Disciple Grand Competition] draws ever closer, the prices of all sorts of things are skyrocketing.

Xu Changqing put down his chopsticks, took out the Spirit Light Mirror that Li Sancai had given him, and then infused it with Wood Spiritual Power.

Soon, the prices of various Spirit Plant appeared on the screen.

Seeing this, Han Su also put down his chopsticks and stepped forward with a face full of curiosity.

Xu Changqing quickly located [Earth-Spouting Lotus] and immediately checked today's transaction price.

When they saw that one flower required one hundred Mid-Grade Spirit Stone, both of them were stunned.

If a single Earth-Spouting Lotus costs so many Spirit Stones, one can imagine how expensive Foundation Establishment.

However, this Spirit Light Mirror can only display the price of Spirit Plant; it cannot display prices for elixirs or similar items.

This function was originally present, but it was canceled after a collective protest from the Alchemist of the [Elixir Alliance].

Han Su was dumbfounded. "One hundred Mid-Grade Spirit Stone would take me at least five years of mining to collect, unless I work tirelessly, loosening soil for others, which would speed things up."

Xu Changqing thought for a moment, put away the Spirit Light Mirror, and then took out Bai Ling'er's Communication Talisman.

As the Wood Spiritual Power was injected, the connection was quickly established.

"Hello?"

"I am Xu Changqing!"

"It's lunchtime, are you going to treat me to lunch?"

"I'm not looking for you. Is your sister home?"

"Uh... why do you want to see my sister?"

"I have something I'd like to ask you."

"All right."

You could tell Bai Ling'er was a little disappointed.

But she didn't throw a tantrum; instead, she obediently handed the Communication Talisman to her sister.

"Xu Changqing is looking for me?" Bai Zhuer was quite surprised.

Her first reaction was that the other party had messed up and failed to pass Yu Caiqing's test.

Otherwise, why would they proactively contact me at this time?

Nine times out of ten, they are seeking help in this regard.

After confirming the change of personnel, Xu Changqing cut to the chase without any pleasantries. "What is the current price of an Earth-Spirit-Root Foundation Establishment Pill as its main ingredient, the Earth-Spouting Lotus?"

Upon hearing that it had nothing to do with Senior Sister Yu, Bai Zhuer breathed a sigh of relief, then retorted irritably, "You've already Foundation Establishment, why are you asking this? And it's Foundation Establishment exclusive to Earth Spirit Root?"

Xu Changqing glanced at the anxious Han Su beside him and replied, "I asked for a friend."

Bai Zhuer thought for a moment and said, "In the current pill market, Foundation Establishment for Water, Wood, and Fire Spirit Root are relatively cheap, costing around two hundred Mid-Grade Spirit Stone. However, those for Metal and Earth Spirit Root are much more expensive, costing at least three hundred Mid-Grade Spirit Stone!"