Chapter 175 Secluded Forest Residence
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With everything in disarray and numerous affairs to be rebuilt, even Yi Potian, a Heavenly-level expert, cannot enjoy the same comforts as other Heavenly-level experts from other aristocratic families. He cannot enjoy the leisure of seclusion or sitting in charge of the family; he must constantly travel between the upper echelons and various aristocratic families to pave the way for the Yi family's resurgence.
Yi Dao and Yi Fei were left in Chengdu, while Yi Potian and Yi Yang left by plane that same day.
If you don't care about the price, there are plenty of suitable rentals available.
Lin Yao and his two companions only visited one small real estate agency before finding a suitable place to rent. It was a detached farmhouse near the second section of the East Third Ring Road, less than two kilometers from the Zhang family compound where their father, Luo Jimin, had been held after the kidnapping.
In this place called Baijialiyuan, there is a Lijia Pond, which is almost a stagnant pond with a poor environment. The smell emanating from the pond is also unpleasant, filled with the "fragrance" of the countryside, as if it is being fertilized at all times.
There are very few residents here, with only one solitary two-story farmhouse built next to the pond, which perfectly suits Lin Yao's needs.
The rent in the remote area wasn't expensive, only 1,000 yuan a month, payable annually, with a 1,000 yuan deposit. Lin Yao paid the money without hesitation and had the real estate agent lead him there.
After going through two real estate agencies, I finally found a relative of the homeowner who took me to see the house and sign the agreement. After that, I officially moved in.
There were only three simple wooden beds, with slatted headboards at both ends, which reminded Lin Yao of the oldest kind of structure from his childhood. Each room had an old-fashioned solid wood wardrobe, and besides that, there was only an old small wooden table and a few backless stools.
The abandoned wood-burning stove was covered in a thick layer of dust, and the stove, blackened by the charcoal fire, emitted a smoky smell. A single liquefied gas stove and a rusty liquefied gas cylinder were all the cooking utensils available; there wasn't even a cutting board or knife, let alone bowls and chopsticks. It seemed the homeowner's relatives had done a thorough clean-up, removing all the necessary items.
Adding a few sets of bowls, chopsticks, and cooking utensils would basically meet his living needs, so Lin Yao didn't buy any other furniture. He was quite content living like this.
The air in the countryside is fresh and clean, far from the hustle and bustle of the city. If it weren't for the smells and mosquitoes, it would be a very nice place to live. The scenery is also beautiful, with crisscrossing vegetable fields and orchards making the whole view look like a beautiful painting.
Lin Yao, who lives here, only occasionally returns to the Dynasty Mansion to accompany Xiao Guli on weekends. The rest of the time he stays at the Yantang Villa. This farmhouse, temporarily named "Yinlinju", has become the Yi family's place of hope.
Yi Fei took the "Dragon Tiger Pill" as soon as he settled in, and advanced to the mid-stage of the Earth level a day later.
Having completed his advancement mission, Yi Fei did not leave. With 45 days of vacation, he planned to stay by Lin Yao's side. The words he had heard earlier, that they could help him break through to the peak of the Earth level, kept echoing in his ears. For martial artists, higher abilities are their lifelong pursuit, so how could he miss such a good opportunity?
Yi Dao and Yi Fei took turns protecting Lin Yao and retrieving the medicinal herbs from the airport. As a result, Lin Yao refined more than fifty "Dragon Tiger Pills." Yi Potian personally came to Chengdu to collect such precious pills, and also brought a titanium alloy safe weighing half a ton.
With the support of top-quality materials, Lin Yao's alchemy attempt progressed rapidly. Half a month later, a top-quality pill named "Heavenly Fragrance Bone-Regenerating Pill" was produced. This repair pill, which was personally made by Xiao Cao to target the "Tendon Changing Technique", was far more effective than the "Heaven-Mending Pill" that the Fan family had long lost. Of course, the cost was also higher. Fortunately, the mental cultivation method provided by Xiao Cao was quite efficient, so not much medicinal material was wasted.
Having taken this elixir, Yi Dao successfully advanced to the peak of the Earthly Realm, causing a local celestial change that resulted in a half-day downpour near the East Third Ring Road. After the rain, Yi Dao walked around "Hidden Forest Residence" for a full two hours, looking every bit the part of a master, slightly venting his excitement over his advancement.
Yi Fei also achieved his goal of advancing to the top level of the prefecture. This tough man who had been working in Zhongnanhai couldn't help but burst into tears after advancing. You have to know how much pain and pressure he had endured for this day, and how many blows and humiliations he had suffered from other scions of powerful families because of his work.
"Sir, if there are any orders in the future, Xuanlang will not dare to disobey." Yi Fei addressed himself by his courtesy name, expressed his gratitude with the most solemn junior ceremony of a noble family, and made a martial artist's promise.
"No need for such formalities. Go back to Yanji and spend some quality time with your loved one. You only get one family visit leave a year, don't waste it all here." Lin Yao looked at Yi Fei, who looked more than ten years younger, and felt quite comforted. If nothing unexpected happened, this resolute man would also become a Heavenly-level master in the future. Just looking at his bones that were on the verge of breaking, one could tell how Yi Fei forced himself to continue practicing while enduring immense pain.
On the path of cultivation, talent is certainly a very important condition, but perseverance, tenacity, and an unwavering belief in the face of danger are the keys to success. Yi Fei is truly a person with great faith.
“It’s alright to take leave to visit relatives, there will be another one next year. Xuanlang wants to stay with you for a few more days.” Yi Fei insisted on staying. He was well aware of Lin Yao’s value. Secrets between aristocratic families are hard to keep for long, especially when living in an ordinary environment. Other aristocratic families would soon know of Lin Yao’s existence, and then danger would come. He wanted to do his part for Lin Yao’s safety.
The question of whether Yi Fei would stay or leave was decided by the Yi family the day after his breakthrough: Yi Fei would stay, and Yi Dao would return.
After Yi Potian's efforts, the Yi family was fortunate enough to participate in the annual exchange meeting held by the ten great families. This exchange activity, in name only, was actually a grand event for the great families to display their martial prowess. The strength of the younger generation determined the higher-ups' assessment of the families' strength, and at the same time, it determined the benefits that each family could obtain in the upcoming annual job evaluation and profit distribution.
As the only Earth-level peak expert in the Yi family, Yi Dao naturally had to participate in this exchange meeting. The Yi family's techniques have the best attack power in the world, and Yi Dao, who has reached the Earth-level peak, can be considered the number one person below the Heaven-level.
A martial artist's ability is reflected in two aspects: their realm of cultivation and the quality of their techniques and experience. Yi Dao now possesses both; his realm has been elevated by Lin Yao, and his decades of diligent cultivation experience are beyond question. Therefore, it is foreseeable that Yi Dao will shine brightly at the exchange meeting.
"Elder Yi Dao, you should go back to Yanji today. Make some preparations so that everyone can see the splendor of the Yi family." Lin Yao was very happy with this news. The Yi family has risen again and its status will become higher and higher in the future. Minhong Pharmaceutical, which cooperates with them, will naturally receive more benefits, and his family's ideals can be realized as soon as possible.
"Wuwei will certainly live up to your guidance, sir. I will strive to perform well at this exchange meeting and not bring shame to the Yi family or to you, sir." Yi Dao respected this unpretentious guest elder more and more. Although Lin Yao always said to treat him as an equal, he always remembered Lin Yao's contributions to the Yi family. His respect for Lin Yao was second only to that of the Grand Elder Yi Potian.
"Once the elders assigned by the patriarch arrive at 'Hidden Forest Abode,' I will immediately set off back to Yanji," Yi Dao continued, his attitude still very respectful.
"I need to take a break from alchemy here. I can't keep going, I need to rest for a while." Lin Yao smiled, put his arm around Yi Dao's shoulder and walked out of his room. "We're leaving today, going back to Chengdu. Take the 'Life-Giving Pill' and a few bottles of 'Bigu Pill' with us. You should go back today. Your realm is still unstable after your advancement, you need the Grand Elder's personal guidance and practice. It's alright here, I've already cultivated the 'Tendon Changing Technique' to the seventh level of the Human Realm, I can protect myself now."
Yi Dao was speechless with amazement. This guest elder was a true genius. It would take seven or eight years for a member of the Yi family to reach the seventh level of the human realm, but Lin Yao had already reached this level in just over two months. He had hardly ever practiced or strengthened his body before.
"Sir's safety is of utmost importance, and I dare not decline first." Yi Dao insisted on staying, for Lin Yao's safety was more important than his own stable cultivation level.
“I told you it’s alright.” Lin Yao shook his head and held up a jade bottle. “Here are four ‘Heavenly Fragrance Bone-Regenerating Pills.’ There are also one hundred ‘Life-Giving Pills’ in the room. Take them to Yanji and bring Yi An with you. I’ve been staying with my parents for the past few days. With Yi Fei’s protection, we’re fine. Let’s see if Elders Yi An and Yi Gong can also break through to the peak of the Earth Rank. Patriarch Yi Yang will definitely be able to advance. He’s waiting for these pills.”
Yi Dao hesitated, thinking to himself that if the Yi family could have four more people at the peak of the Earth level, this exchange meeting would definitely bring the greatest benefit to the family. You should know that the peak Earth level of the Yi family can be compared with the peak Earth level of other family heads. As for himself, a peak Earth level person, he would be invincible below the Heaven level if nothing unexpected happened.
After consulting with Elder Yi Potian, they left behind an empty titanium alloy safe. The three returned to Chengdu city, took Yi Dao and Yi An to the airport, and Lin Yao and Yi Fei rushed back to the Dynasty Mansion. After a short stay, they went directly to Minhong Pharmaceutical Factory.
"Yaoyao, when are you going to enter the world to cultivate on your own? It's no use just refining pills all day long. I don't think your mental state has improved at all." Xiaocao scolded Lin Yao in a reproachful tone, "Refining pills is important. It can improve your proficiency and accuracy in controlling true qi, but your mental state is more important. If you don't improve your mental state, you will not make any progress."
"Little Grass, what exactly is worldly cultivation? I've already reached Chengdu, doesn't that count as worldly cultivation?" Lin Yao was a bit of a headache. His cultivation had stagnated again recently. After improving in Chongqing, there was no further progress. Did worldly cultivation necessarily mean fighting and killing?
“Of course not,” Xiaocao said directly. “Your current goal of engaging with the world is to achieve a state of mind where you can act freely. But this state of mind requires you to experience the world firsthand, not to live a comfortable life under the protection of others. Now you even have bodyguards. How can you truly engage with the world if you always hide behind others?”
"Oh..." Lin Yao fell into deep thought, "Let me think of a way."
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Chapter 176 Tiered Pricing
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"Yao'er, how could you forget your grandparents who have doted on you since you were little? You have no conscience!" Lin Hongmei carefully played with the exquisite little box in her hand, her eyes shining, a satisfied smile on her face, but she was uttering words of reproach, and while admiring the jewelry, she took the opportunity to glare at Lin Yao.
"Mom, how could I forget Grandma and Grandpa? I've just been busy." Lin Yao replied obediently, thinking to himself that he really shouldn't have done that. He had said he was going to visit his grandparents in Hanwu City, but he had been delayed by various things. "I'll go to Hanwu in a few days and let Grandpa take care of his health."