Xu Chuan temporarily set aside the idea of Foundation Establishment.
He continued honing his foundations. He had a vague feeling that repeatedly battering the barrier to Foundation Establishment would bring about a change.
If he attempted Foundation Establishment, it would be best to succeed on his first try!
In August, the Xu Household held its Clan Assembly.
All its cultivators were present.
There was little to discuss, and the meeting was about to end before even half a cup of tea had passed.
But at the very end, Xu Chuan said, "Wu Er, Wu San, Wu Zhen, Lu Feng, and Luo Qianshan, put your current assignments on hold and undertake the task of collecting the five qi."
As soon as he finished speaking, everyone turned toward Xu Chuan.
Yet his expression remained calm, his gaze deep and unfathomable, betraying no change.
"This is the Five-Qi Collection Method."
Xu Chuan swept his sleeve, sending a manual flying into each of their hands. Each person was assigned one of the five elements.
Wu Zhen nodded. "Grand Elder, how many portions should we collect?"
"Five portions for now. Sorry for the trouble. Once you finish, you will receive suitable resources as payment."
Wu Zhen said, "This isn't difficult, Grand Elder. There is no need to stand on ceremony. If you can achieve Foundation Establishment, it will benefit both the entire Xu Household and all of us."
Lu Feng, Luo Qianshan, and the others also cupped their fists. "This is part of our duty."
Xu Chuan nodded slightly. "That concludes today's Clan Assembly. Everyone, return to your work."
"Yes, Grand Elder."
Xu Mingwei and the other four, along with Xu Dezhao, remained seated.
Only after everyone else had left did Xu Mingwei speak. "Father, are you preparing to attempt Foundation Establishment?"
"Elder Wu is