Eternal Life from Talisman Painting-Chapter 171 - 132: At the Age of Seventy (Part 2)

He began to pay more attention to managing the family, which might keep the family prosperous for a hundred years, but also slightly dampened their enterprising spirit.

Take Chen Qing for instance; just after reaching Foundation Establishment, he got stuck in Celestial Profound City, not daring to adventure outside, and unfortunately lacking any skill to support his cultivation.

This led to his cultivation stagnating.

Of course, there are some families with extremely strong foundations that can provide the abundant resources needed by a Foundation Establishment Cultivator.

"This is also why, after reaching Foundation Establishment, some loose cultivators gradually catch up."

Lin Chang'an smiled and shook his head, as there are, of course, also more loose cultivators who choose to enjoy their remaining years.

He, Old Hu, and that cultivator surnamed Jia were among the few who still maintained a diligent practice after Foundation Establishment.

Just as Lin Chang'an stretched lazily, the cheerful bellow of a Cyan-Horned Bull resounded outside the cave, and he knew that Bingyun had arrived.

Because today was the agreed-upon day to deliver the materials needed for the Spirit Pet.

By the pond outside the cave.

"Moo moo!"

The Cyan-Horned Bull affectionately rubbed against Zhou Bingyun, and, after receiving some Spirit Grass, contentedly wagged its tail.

"These scars."

While lovingly stroking the Cyan-Horned Bull, Zhou Bingyun couldn't help but nod secretly upon noticing these scars.

She had noticed the added scars on the Cyan-Horned Bull over the years but was wise enough to keep silent about it.

After all, no cultivator likes being spied upon.

As Lin Chang'an stepped out of the cave, Zhou Bingyun couldn't help but praise him.

"Brother Lin, your Cyan-Horned Bull is being raised so well; even our Zhou Family doesn't have many that are so well-raised."

As a member of a beast-taming family, Zhou Bingyun could clearly sense how dense the demonic energy of this Tier Two Cyan-Horned Bull had become, already at a critical point.

Yet, hearing Zhou Bingyun's praise, Lin Chang'an just smiled and shook his head, saying:

"Your Zhou Family's Clan Guardian Spirit Beast is at the Tier Two Late Stage; my Niu'Er can't compare."

Upon mentioning the Zhou Family's Clan Guardian Spirit Beast, Zhou Bingyun showed a proud expression.

The foundation of the Zhou Family's standing, besides their beast-taming techniques, relied heavily on this Clan Guardian Spirit Beast, thanks to the foresight of their ancestors.

It was this Spirit Beast that helped the Zhou Family through several periods of weakness.

"Brother Lin, here are this year's materials."

After Zhou Bingyun handed over the materials, Lin Chang'an couldn't help but smile, simultaneously sensing her cultivation realm.

"Miss Zhou, your cultivation has now reached Qi Refining Perfection; you must be preparing for Foundation Establishment soon, right?"

"Not at all; isn't it being rumored outside that I failed at Foundation Establishment?"

Bringing up this topic, Zhou Bingyun couldn't help but smile.

These external rumors were mostly released by her family since it can sometimes be better to develop in a low-profile manner.

"But one shouldn't rush Foundation Establishment. The family is stable now; if possible, I'd like to refine myself for another two or three years, so the Foundation Establishment will be more assured, and I can go further afterward."

Lin Chang'an agreed wholeheartedly on this point.

When he was undergoing Foundation Establishment, he felt that although he thought he had reached Qi Refining Perfection, further refinement could bring more improvement.

But this may not suit the average loose cultivator because, for them, age becomes a factor while planning for Foundation Establishment, and continued refinement only increases age,

which may not be a good thing.

However, the situation is different for sects with strong foundations and large families.

For instance, the current Zhou Bingyun.

"Yes, many people understand this principle, but how many actually have the time?"

For a cultivator, thirty-seven-year-old Zhou Bingyun is in her prime, and spending another two or three years refining wouldn't impact her at all.

The spiritual energy at Cyan Bamboo Mountain Market was incomparable to that of Celestial Profound City.

Later, Zhou Bingyun inquired about some Foundation Establishment questions, and Lin Chang'an could feel her earnestness and seriously advised her.

Over the years, Zhou Bingyun had been secretly involved in some of the Zhou Family's business, gaining a lot of experience.

Lin Chang'an quietly assessed that with her middle-grade Spirit Root aptitude, along with her good temperament, knowledge of her needs, and patient refinement,

there was an eighty to ninety percent chance of success in this Foundation Establishment.

"Thank you for your guidance, Brother Lin."

As someone who had experienced it personally, Zhou Bingyun naturally knew whether Lin Chang'an was earnest in his teaching, so she showed a look of gratitude.

Lin Chang'an waved his hand with a smile, saying:

"Your aptitude isn't bad, and the Zhou Family is not lacking in Foundation Establishment insights; I am just embellishing."

Then Zhou Bingyun bade farewell and left, while Lin Chang'an lightly nodded, seeing her off as she left the field.

However, just after stepping outside, the scene before him made Lin Chang'an frown.

...

Outside the cave.

At this time, a large group of people had gathered next door, all members of the Chen Family, each beaming with joy.

It was a small celebration hosted by the Chen Family for a Foundation Establishment.

But right as Zhou Bingyun had just left Lin Chang'an's cave, she happened to meet Chen Wen, whose face was glowing after just completing his Foundation Establishment.

"Fairy Zhou."

Faced with the enthusiastic Chen Wen, Zhou Bingyun was momentarily stunned, then she displayed the appropriate courtesy, bowing respectfully and saying:

"So it's Senior Chen."

In Qi Refining, it's reasonable to address Foundation Establishment Cultivators as seniors.

However, when Chen Wen approached, his expression showed ambition and a bit of pride, along with a feigned consolation, as he said:

"Fairy Zhou, I heard you failed at Foundation Establishment not long ago. I was in seclusion and only just found out, truly sorry."

At that moment, Chen Wen's demeanor left Fairy Zhou a bit astonished.

This person really took the rumors seriously, but his posturing made her sigh inwardly, realizing that this was a person who wore their emotions openly, not one to accomplish great things.