Qing Chen's gaze was deep as he slowly said, "Changsheng, you must understand that cultivation in this world is often trapped by comfort, while few achieve success through hardship.
"Hatred is like a tempering hammer. It can forge a person's character into something incomparably resilient, and it is also the fiercest aid on the path of cultivation.
"These children and youths possess spiritual roots and fine root bones. With their hearts full of hatred as well, they are like sharp blades yet to leave their sheaths. With a little polishing, they will become rare talents for cultivation.
"I have my own arrangements. They will not join the Demon Lotus Sect and will have little to do with you. Just manage the Demon Lotus Sect's affairs properly. There is no need to ask about anything else."
Hearing this, Lin Changsheng's heart tightened. He hurriedly bowed and cupped his fists. "My lord, your foresight is profound, and your plans leave nothing unaccounted for. This subordinate admires you greatly and will follow your instructions to the letter."
Qing Chen nodded slightly, then asked, "Changsheng, take a look. Are there any outstanding individuals among this group whose spiritual roots and root bones are both exceptional?"
Lin Changsheng hurriedly took the Jade Slip and studied it intently. A short while later, he raised his head and cupped his fists to report, "My lord, according to the register, four people stand out.
"The first is called Lie Feng. He possesses a peak high-grade spiritual root and superior root bones, and comes from the Lie Household, a Foundation Establishment aristocratic clan on Xuanchi Island;
"The second is named Bu Jingyun. He also possesses a peak high-grade spiritual root and superior root bones, and comes from the Bu Clan of Buyi City on Xuanchi Island;
"The third, Duan