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Chapter 102: Chapter 102: The Regulars
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[Harvest: a Qi Refining Early Stage Green Jade Carp, reward: One Spiritual Energy Group!]
[Harvest: a Qi Refining Early Stage Green Jade Carp, reward: One Mid Grade Magical Artifact, the Green Carp Sword!]
[Harvest: a Qi Refining Early Stage Green Jade Carp, reward: Ten Ice Arrow Talismans, middle grade!]
Li Quanqing was maneuvering the Spirit Boat, shuttling through Fish-Dragon Pool, occasionally netting mature Green Jade Carps ready for harvest.
He was very familiar with these treasures: refining the Spiritual Energy Groups on the spot, while piling the Magic Artifacts and Talismans in the Storage Bag to sell in the Workshop.
"Hiss hiss!"
Ripples spread across the water as an Azure Water Python stuck its turquoise head out, watching him with watery eyes and flicking its delicate little tongue.
Nearby, in the waters, a number of young pythons were swimming around their mother, having grown close to two meters long, their scales pretty as jewels.
[Tipsy State]Azure Water Python: "Master, give me another cup of that delicious drink, I want more, my head feels so comfortably fuzzy~"
[Cultivation: Qi Refining Third Layer (97%)]
Seeing this, Li Quanqing immediately fetched a big-bellied gourd from the cabin, uncorking it to release an exotic fragrance.
He had concocted this beverage while idle, a delightful fruit juice mix made from Taiyin Soul Nourishing Water, Wind Spirit Leaves, Breezy Tea Leaves, and the flesh of Thunder Peach Trees.
The taste was odd—sour and sweet, crisp and tingly—perhaps because of the added Soul Nourishing Water.
Drinking it quickly went to one’s head.
"Hiss hiss~"
Li Quanqing poured a cup, and the Azure Water Python indulged in it, exuding a tipsy relaxation all over.
He realized that not only the Thunder Horn Python but also the Azure Water Python had taken a liking to this sour and sweet fruit juice; the Golden Flame Tiger preferred food with a strong aroma, and the Copper-armored Crab only loved large and hard stones.
"Seems like I have a talent for brewing? Should I try getting some Spiritual Wine Recipes to study?"
Li Quanqing then fed these young Azure Water Pythons, each and every one of them, and they started to float on the sea surface, continuously burping.
As if they were drunk.
"Ao Qing, make sure to look after the home this time!"
Li Quanqing found his favorite big fish fry and carefully spoke about many matters.
The master is going to leave home and travel far again?
Doesn’t that mean I can surf again!
Ao Qing instantly brightened up, not paying attention to the words that followed; his eyes blazed with fire.
The journey of a truly majestic fish should be through stormy waves and starry seas!
Li Quanqing helplessly stopped talking and let them be; there had never been any accidents, after all.
"Golden Flame Tiger, let’s go! I’m taking you out for a trip!"
Li Quanqing took out a piece of grilled fish, and the Golden Flame Tiger immediately came over, attracted by the scent, drooling from its mouth.
The big cat had been causing chaos on Fish-Dragon Island with the assistance of the Breeze Gourd, so it was the perfect time to take it out for some experience.
Moreover, Li Quanqing planned to buy some Spiritual Beasts from the land to keep it company.
On the entire Fish-Dragon Island, only the Golden Flame Tiger was a four-legged creature—it was too lonely and definitely needed a companion.
Li Quanqing took emotional well-being very seriously for his own kids.
"Roar!"
The Golden Flame Tiger, fish in mouth, unwillingly flapped its wings and became a mount.
"Hiss hiss~"
Then, a group of Azure Water Pythons collectively moved, poking their heads out of the water, mouths holding large and juicy green fish, preparing them as food for the journey.
Truly, they shared a deep friendship as meal buddies.
"Roar roar~"
The Golden Flame Tiger’s eyes sparkled with excitement, and from its fluffy neck, it revealed a small bell tied with a red string.
Ding ding! Ding ding!
The bell rang, producing pleasant sounds, and the big green fish in the mouths of the Azure Water Pythons suddenly vanished, stored inside the bell.
This was a Storage Magical Artifact specially customized by Li Quanqing to store the Breeze Gourd, but it had devolved into a fish storage.
"Hiss hiss~"
"Roar roar~"
The tiger and the group of pythons kept calling out, as if communicating, satisfied with the tradeoff.
Li Quanqing, not understanding, vaguely sensed through the Slave Beast Seal something about "I’ll catch big fish for you out there."
He couldn’t help but be amused and slightly exasperated.
"Let’s go, you bunch of gluttons."
Li Quanqing grabbed the two round fluffy tiger ears, steering the Golden Flame Tiger into flight, its golden fur waving, exuding a warm and pleasant flame aura.
Rising from the sea surface, the man and tiger, wrapped in the breeze, left Fish-Dragon Island, passing through the Array towards Whale Emperor Fang.
"Roar!"
Departing from its warm bed, the Golden Flame Tiger was a bit downcast at first but was soon captivated by the boundless sea.
Excited, it flapped its wings, weaving through the waves, curiously gazing deep into the water, wanting to catch fish but afraid of wetting its beautiful fur.
Squeak squeak!
A flock of pristine seagulls chirped overhead, tilting their heads to gauge this odd newcomer.
The creatures living in the sea had never seen a tiger before.
The Golden Flame Tiger, upon seeing the birds, approached them as if seeing family, and eagerly flew over to them.
Squeak!!
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The seagulls scattered and suddenly nosedived down to the gathered school of fish, ready to start their hunt.
The ocean surface churned, and waves splashed about as silver fish with tiny scales leaped and emerged from the water in a dense and abundant swarm.
Never having seen such a scene before, the Golden Flame Tiger was instantly stunned and couldn’t help but spit out a golden-red fireball from its throat.
The firestorm exploded on the sea surface, and for a moment, the seagulls were startled into flight, and the fish scattered, leaving only a feast of roasted silverfish floating on the water.
The Golden Flame Tiger was immediately delighted and stashed them away in the Storage Bag.
Li Quanqing didn’t stop it, letting the tiger cub cause a ruckus, and he roasted a few sea fish with Sky Blue Fire until they were golden on both sides, then seasoned them.
Crispy and fragrant, they were incredibly delicious.
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Baoqing Square.
"Greetings to Elder Quanqing!"
"Good day to the Elder!"
Li Quanqing, leading the Spiritual Tiger, walked on the streets of the Workshop while the Elder Jade Token at his waist shone brightly, prompting clan members to greet him wherever he went.
He arrived at his family’s shop, Quanqing Pavilion, which was still doing brisk business, constantly frequented by Cultivators.
As his status rose with the tide, naturally, Cultivators with varied intentions sought ways to present him with gifts.
Furthermore, the quality of the goods he sold was genuinely good, after all, they were produced by the Light Group and were excellent for the price.
"Shopkeeper, everything has been arranged."
Li Quanfu hurried over upon seeing him and had actually begun sprouting a small mustache on his mouth.
Dressed with a plump and wealthy face, he did appear somewhat dignified and mature.
After all, Li Quanqing wasn’t managing affairs.
With Li Quanfu overseeing the shop and concerned about the development of the Golden Marrow Jade Mine, he had brought in two clerks upon consultation, effectively becoming the second shopkeeper.
Environment molds character, and prestige was gradually emanating from him.
Instructing the two clerks to keep an eye on the shop, Li Quanfu led his clan brother towards the Workshop docks.
"How is the business at the shop these days?"
Li Quanqing spoke up, always inquiring about the state of affairs.
"Every month we can sell two Green Carp Swords, which accounts for over 160 Spirit Stones. The Green Scale Shield is too expensive; we’ve only sold one piece after such a long time."
"The sales of the Nourishing Spirit Mud have declined a bit, but now, the best sellers are the Water Arrow Talisman and Ice Arrow Talisman, after all, they’re cheap in bulk."
Li Quanqing understood very well; after all, those living by the Workshop were mostly Qi Refinement early and middle stage Loose Cultivators and small family Cultivators.
A single Green Scale Shield could cost several hundred Spirit Stones, which was too pricey.
"How is the development of the Golden Marrow Jade Mine going?"
"Reporting to the Shopkeeper, we have roughly unearthed about ten percent of the ore veins, and our share is guaranteed to be seventy percent, valued at around 1,400 Spirit Stones."
Li Quanqing listened and nodded slightly; the total value created by the complete development of the entire Jade Mine would be roughly 20,000 Spirit Stones.
That was worth almost half a Foundation Establishment Pill.
"And there is also..."
Li Quanfu continued: "Because of the large amount of Golden Marrow Jade entering the market, the recent prices have been somewhat low. The family suggests postponing the mining and storing it in the treasury for now, waiting for the price to rise before selling it batch by batch."
Li Quanqing squinted: "Is someone jealous and trying to play tricks?"
"That’s not the case."
Li Quanfu quickly shook his head: "Recently, the Third Elder just led the Supreme Elder for an inspection, and those people at the mine now treat me even better than their own fathers!"
Hearing this, Li Quanqing also couldn’t help but laugh: "Although we have the Supreme Elder to rely on, we cannot be careless. Store it in the treasury according to the family’s intentions, and have Quanmo and the others keep a close watch. Quanshu and you three are still counting on this batch of Jade Mine to purchase Tonghua Pills!"
"Thank you, shopkeeper!"
A warm current surged in Li Quanfu’s heart; he was currently at Qi Refining Fifth Level and should consider the significant bottleneck of the Qi Refining Late Stage.
Changqing Chengzong, Kunyuan Quanjin.
Yongan Jishi, Ancestor’s Virtue Endless Green.
Nowadays, as the older generation of the Kun generation aged, many clan members over a hundred years old began to pass away one after the other.
It was officially the turn of the younger Quan generation to ascend to power and get involved in the core of the family’s authority.
As the only Family Elder of the Quan generation, Li Quanqing naturally took charge without many reservations.
He unabashedly appointed Quanmo, Quanshu, and Quange as Family Stewards.
He then unanimously stationed them in the most lucrative post at the Golden Marrow Jade Mine.
The three, one after the other, garnered the support of many side line family members, turning the Jade Mine into an iron bucket in terms of management.
With the support of the Artifact Hall and meddling in essential joints of the family, they gradually built their network.
They could be said to have immense power!
Although he mostly stayed at Fish-Dragon Island, Li Quanqing’s name had become more and more famous on the Green Jade Islands over the year.
There were faint calls of him being the foremost person of the Quan generation and the future lineage Foundation Establishment True Seed of the family.
"By the way, clan brother."
Li Quanfu remembered something else: "Your brother Li Quanzhu has refused the arrangement to go to the Jade Mine, saying he only wants to help the old master manage the two fish ponds and stay at home, which is also convenient to care for our mother."
Li Quanqing paused, pondered for a moment, and then said: "Tell him for me, if he can break through to Qi Refining Sixth Level before the age of thirty, I will send him a Tonghua Pill and give him the fish ponds, too." 𝘯𝑜𝘷𝘱𝘶𝘣.𝘤𝘰𝑚
"Having the peace of mind to rear fish is indeed rare; let’s fulfill his wish."
After all, he was now wealthy and had a mine; he had no worries.
Hearing this, Li Quanfu felt envious, the shopkeeper was really a sentimental person.
At the docks, a large Spirit Boat stood quietly in the deep-water area, headed straight for Whale Emperor Fang City, which was now the liveliest place within tens of thousands of miles of this sea domain.
The two had already purchased their boat tickets, and with the status of Elder to boot, they were promptly allowed onboard.
