Eat as Many as There Are, as Many as You Can
In the valley.
The trees of the Marrow Cleansing Fruit Tree grow lush and leafy, arranged in an orderly fashion.
The few hundred trees in the very center are now a sight to behold, ready for a bountiful harvest.
Lu Changzhi made a rough estimate.
Each fruit tree has between a few and a dozen fruits.
This quantity is already quite large for items of this quality.
Besides, this is only the first year since the results were achieved.
In short, this will be a good outcome.
Looking at the countdown displayed on the system, Lu Changzhi waited Jingjing.
After about half a cup of tea's time, the Marrow Cleansing Fruit Tree became ready to be harvested.
At the same time, the vortex of spiritual energy above the Marrow Cleansing Fruit Tree finally stopped.
Each Marrow Cleansing Fruit gleamed with a dazzling luster, and an enticing aroma wafted from it.
"System, harvest."
Lu Changzhi spoke up.
Since the system indicates that it's ready to be picked, then it's obviously time to pick them.
Lu Changzhi's voice fell.
Suddenly, a strong wind arose between heaven and earth.
As the strong wind passed, the fruit trees were covered with Marrow Cleansing Fruit, which were blown into the air.
As the Marrow Cleansing Fruit continued to gather upwards.
The aroma of the Marrow Cleansing Fruit also spread to even more distant places.
At this moment, countless spirit beasts stirred.
The Marrow Cleansing Fruit Tree is a treasure of heaven and earth, and it holds immense appeal for all demonic beasts and spirit beasts.
Putting everything else aside, even the Iron-Armored Brown Ape was watching this scene intently, its huge eyes filled with longing.
"Roar!"
Beside the Cage Stake.
The Black Dragon suddenly opened its eyes and let out a low roar.
"You wretched ants!"
"If you hadn't trapped me here, all these fruits would surely be mine!"
This scene of reaping such a harvest did not last long.
Soon, these Marrow Cleansing Fruit fell from the sky.
They were neatly stacked into two piles.
At the same time, the system voice sounded:
"Harvest complete. Total harvest: 3672, including 331 of superior quality and 3341 of common quality."
There were two piles, one large and one small, containing Supreme-Grade Marrow Cleansing Fruit and ordinary Marrow Cleansing Fruit, respectively.
"Less than 10% chance of getting a top-tier item."
Lu Changzhi made an estimate.
Overall, however, it's very good.
The harvest was quite fruitful.
After all, this is just the beginning of the planting.
They planted more later, but there were even more.
Lu Changzhi looked around at the other Marrow Cleansing Fruit Tree.
Soon, his brow furrowed.
He noticed something was wrong.
"Why has it taken so long for these Marrow Cleansing Fruit Tree to mature?"
Lu Changzhi asked.
If he remembers correctly...
These Marrow Cleansing Fruit Tree have all been watered with the Life Spirit Spring.
This is much slower than the first batch.
The system was silent for a moment, then said:
"Reporting to Master, the growth of the Marrow Cleansing Fruit Tree requires sufficient spiritual energy from heaven and earth. With the current number of Marrow Cleansing Fruit Tree, the spiritual energy here is insufficient to sustain their growth."
Lu Changzhi raised an eyebrow:
"So, we need to find a way to increase the spiritual energy level here?"
"Yes, Master."
Lu Changzhi couldn't help but shake his head.
I thought the spiritual energy concentration here was sufficient.
However, they still underestimated the ability of these Marrow Cleansing Fruit Tree to absorb the spiritual energy of heaven and earth.
Let's think of another way later.
Shaking his head, Lu Changzhi put away the Marrow Cleansing Fruit.
There was still a pile on the ground, about a hundred of them.
Lu Changzhi looked at the Iron-Armored Brown Ape and said:
These are for you. Thank you for looking after the fruit trees.
Thank you.
The Iron-Armored Brown Ape's voice was filled with excitement.
After Lu Changzhi left, the Iron-Armored Brown Ape carefully placed the Marrow Cleansing Fruit in its usual storage place.
Subsequently, all the spirit beasts within a radius of several miles sensed the Iron-Armored Brown Ape's excited gesticulation.
For a moment, all the spirit beasts were so frightened that they didn't dare to breathe.
They were terrified that the Iron-Armored Brown Ape would come over and beat them to death for fun.
"Come, come, everyone, come over here."
Upon returning to Hidden Origin Peak, Lu Changzhi sent a telepathic greeting to the others.
In a short time, everyone except Jin Fugui rushed over.
"Master, is something the matter?"
Gu Chen asked.
Luo Ling'er reached out her small hand and offered a piece of dried meat, saying:
"Master, have a taste."
"Black Dragon meat jerky."
Lu Changzhi's eyes flickered, and he took it.
The texture of dried meat is clearly different from that of cooked dishes.
However, it has its own unique flavor.
"Good."
Lu Changzhi nodded in satisfaction and gave Luo Ling'er a thumbs up.
In this way, another snack has been added to Hidden Origin Peak.
If possible, getting some dried fruit later might be worth considering.
With that thought in mind, Lu Changzhi waved his arm.
Instantly, the table was piled high with Supreme-Grade Marrow Cleansing Fruit.
"Hiss--"
Gu Chen glanced at it, and his eyelids twitched suddenly.
These are all Marrow Cleansing Fruit.
And they're all top quality!
This is outrageous!
Thinking back to the joy he felt when he signed in at the Spirit-Gathering Pool and received the Marrow Cleansing Fruit, Gu Chen couldn't help but sigh.
My initial assumption was correct.
Even with the help of the system, there can be no slackening.
Having been by my master's side for so long, I understand more and more.
What does it mean to say that there are always people more capable than you, and that there is always something beyond your understanding?
"Isn't this a bit of an exaggeration?"
Mu Fan swallowed hard, his expression filled with utter disbelief.
Qin Li was much calmer.
After all, she had already experienced Lu Changzhi's strategy of providing abundant resources.
Only Luo Ling'er, clearly unaware of the value of the Supreme-Grade Marrow Cleansing Fruit, was currently beaming with excitement:
"Great! The fruit is finally ripe!"
Lu Changzhi glanced at the group and smiled:
"You all divide these among yourselves. Remember to write down the quantity and effects of each serving, and let me know later."
The four split into two groups, each with their own ideas.
In Gu Chen and Qin Li's view, this was an incredibly valuable cultivation resource.
Mu Fan and Luo Ling'er, on the other hand, tend to...
This fruit must taste delicious.
After some polite refusals, the four of them finished dividing the Marrow Cleansing Fruit.
"Oh, right, Ling'er."
Lu Changzhi turned his head to look.
Can it be used to brew wine?
All eyes turned to that direction.
Luo Ling'er blinked, thought for a moment, and said:
"It seems like it could work."
Upon hearing this, Lu Changzhi handed over a storage ring.
"Let's use this to brew wine."
After finishing all that, Lu Changzhi went to see Jin Fugui alone.
"Master."
Jin Fugui immediately tried to get up.
Lu Changzhi waved his hand and said:
"The fruit trees in the backyard are ripe, I've come to bring you some."
After speaking, Lu Changzhi placed two portions of Marrow Cleansing Fruit on the table and reminded him:
"Eat the larger portions first, then the smaller ones."
Jin Fugui looked over, hesitated for a moment, and said:
"Master, is this the legendary Marrow Cleansing Fruit?"
"You recognize him?" Lu Changzhi raised an eyebrow.
"It was mentioned in some books I had read before," Jin Fugui said, paused, and shook his head.
"Master, this fruit is far too valuable..."
Before he could finish speaking, Lu Changzhi interrupted him:
"This is a unique test of Hidden Origin Peak. You only need to remember one sentence:"
With that, Lu Changzhi turned around with his hands behind his back:
Eat as much as you can, and if you can't finish, try your best to eat more. Once you've finished, go find your master.
As soon as he finished speaking, Lu Changzhi drifted away.
Jin Fugui bowed deeply in the direction Lu Changzhi had left and said earnestly:
"Master, rest assured, Fugui will definitely cultivate diligently and eat well."
The spatial rift issue has been resolved.
The harvesting and distribution of the Marrow Cleansing Fruit have also come to a temporary end.
Lu Changzhi leisurely lay back down on the recliner.
In the afternoon, Cang Wenyu arrived.
Lu Changzhi's expression shifted, and he smiled:
"There's still over an hour before lunch; Sect Leader, you've arrived way too early today."
Upon hearing this, Cang Wenyu coughed lightly and said:
"I'm not here just for the food; I'm here on serious business."
"What important matter is it?"
A hint of curiosity appeared on Lu Changzhi's face.
"Do you still remember the Lin Shan you mentioned on Flame Sun Peak last time?" Cang Wenyu asked.
"Certainly."
Lu Changzhi nodded.
A blacksmith who is also a skilled musician is hard to forget.
"I had someone take him for a trial these past couple of days, but the results have been somewhat unsatisfactory."
Cang Wenyu shook his head, and then briefly recounted Lin Shan's battle record.
Because of his strength, the piano he was using as a beginner broke down three times.
The breath control was indeed impressive, but it was too strong; the flute only produced a whooshing sound.
As for singing, it's basically shouting, quite like a blacksmith's stance.
After explaining, Cang Wenyu hesitated for a moment and said:
"Changzhi, did you misjudge the situation last time? Why don't you go and take another look?"
As soon as he finished speaking, a system update popped up:
"Cang Wenyu is questioning the host's judgment and abilities. What do you choose?"
"One: I'm so angry, I'll beat him up. [Reward: Saint Rank Mid Grade 'White-Eyed Wolf Heart Art' *1.]"
"II. Bravely admit your shortcomings. [Reward: Saint Rank Peak Grade Special Effect Medicine - Origin-Nourishing Spear-Revitalizing Pill *1]"
"III. Stand firm in your opinion. [Reward: Saint Rank High Grade instrument - Heaven-Collapsing Suona *1.]"