My Fairy Growth System

The Deep Sea Profound Ice Pine Nuts were, without a doubt, an extremely tempting reward for Qing Tan. Although Taoist instruments were valuable, Yu Qingtan did not lack them, but the Deep Sea Profound Ice Pine Nuts could help her to comprehend the Origin of Water faster, a rarity indeed.

Previously, the Mimicry Octopus King, Chapter Elder Three, had attempted to lure Yu Qingtan to the territory of the Emperor Penguin tribe with the Deep Sea Profound Ice Pine Nuts, planning to rely on the Fifth Stage Emperor Penguin Sea Venerable stationed there to eliminate Yu Qingtan. However, Yu Qingtan didn't believe Chapter Elder Three's nonsense at all, so she hadn't seriously considered plotting for the Deep Sea Profound Ice Pine Nuts.

Unexpectedly, just when things seemed bleak, a new opportunity arose; the Deep Sea Profound Ice Pine Nuts were added to the additional rewards for ranking first on the Nascent Soul Cultivators' temporary contribution points leaderboard. Although Yu Qingtan had many temporary contribution points, she could only rank sixth or seventh among the Nascent Soul Cultivators. Currently, the one who should be at the top was Invincible True Monarch, meaning the Deep Sea Profound Ice Pine Nuts were actually meant for Invincible True Monarch.

Of course, in order not to make it too obvious, the Cangqiong Sword Sect had added quite a few rewards last minute, justifying it as a means to better thank the cultivators for their contributions in battle.

Atop the grand ceremony of the Cangqiong Sword Sect, stars shone brightly as cultivators from various sects gathered together, creating an atmosphere that was warm yet solemn. After True Monarch Ne Min, who had already stabilized his injuries, announced the latest list of exchanges and rewards, the verification and confirmation of temporary contribution points began.

This was because some cultivators' temporary identity tags were damaged during battle, and some cultivators, like Yu Qingtan, would sometimes conceal their true capabilities and temporarily put away their identity tags.

Under the surprised gazes of many, Yu Qingtan, dressed in a blue gown, approached True Monarch Jing Xi in charge of the verification, and took out a pile of Sea Clan inner cores, including more than a dozen Fourth Stage and over a hundred Third Stage, as well as some Sea Clan materials like teeth and claws, all emitting astonishing auras.

"Senior Jing Xi, these are the spoils of war I obtained from slaughtering the Sea Clan at the Blood Sword Sect's mountain gate. Could you help me calculate how many temporary Contribution Points these are worth? Also, I'd like to enter the Nascent Soul Cultivators' ranking!" Yu Qingtan said casually, as if talking about an insignificant matter.

Her words quieted the somewhat noisy hall, and everyone looked at Yu Qingtan in shock. Everyone knew that the Sea Clan lurking within the Blood Sword Sect's mountain gate had been wiped out, which had caused quite a stir and discussion.

Since nobody knew who was responsible, there were various speculations. Some guessed it might be Yu Qingtan, as she had gone to investigate the Blood Sword Sect's mountain gate alone, but eventually, they thought it unlikely. Based on some auras felt by nearby cultivators at the time of the incident and subsequent investigations, everyone learned that the deed was done using the Blood Fiend Sword Prison Formation.

What Yu Qingtan had displayed was only the skills of a Third Stage Array Master, while the Blood Fiend Sword Prison Formation was a Fourth Stage formation.

"It was you who did this great deed! Are you a Fourth Stage Array Master?" True Monarch Jing Xi asked what was on everyone's mind.

"Yes, the Sea Clan indiscriminately slaughtered our Human Race cultivators, and I was merely collecting some interest from them," Yu Qingtan admitted openly and straightforwardly.

"As expected of Fairy Qingtan, a genius of our times, well done, well done!" True Monarch Ne Min also stepped forward to praise her without being able to hold back.

"Sect Master Li flatters me!"

After all the contribution values were verified, Yu Qingtan undoubtedly became the first on the Nascent Soul Cultivators' temporary contribution points leaderboard, leading by a large margin over the second-ranked Invincible True Monarch.

Since the Deep Sea Profound Ice Pine Nuts had to be consumed within a quarter of an hour after being picked, the God Transformation Honorables of the Cangqiong Sword Sect only brought them back from the Emperor Penguin tribe's territory after almost everyone else had received their rewards. Venerable Shenfeng then handed them to Yu Qingtan.

Before that, Yu Qingtan had already acquired the Taoist Instrument Seven-Star Saber and had exchanged her temporary Contribution Points for a pile of cultivation resources, mainly materials for refining instruments, making talismans, and items related to the Innate Five Elements.

"Well done!" Venerable Shenfeng also complimented Yu Qingtan. Then, Yu Qingtan entered seclusion in a luxurious cave abode provided by the Cangqiong Sword Sect, where Spiritual Energy converged.

Yu Qingtan sat cross-legged, swallowed the chilly Deep Sea Profound Ice Pine Nut, and began to slowly comprehend its mysteries.

Time passed slowly in Yu Qingtan's seclusion, and it seemed as if everything in the outside world had nothing to do with her. She immersed herself in the profound state brought about by the Deep Sea Profound Ice Pine Nut.

Gradually, Qing Tan began to feel the powerful force contained within the Deep Sea Profound Ice Pine Nut. This force was like a clear spring, flowing through her meridians, nourishing her body and soul. She could clearly sense the fluctuations of the Origin of Water; it was like the heartbeat of the ocean, resonating deep within her heart.

In the process of enlightenment, Yu Qingtan's cultivation level also slowly improved. Her body became lighter, and her soul purer. She felt as if she had merged with the sea, becoming one with the water element, effortlessly controlling it.

Three days later, Yu Qingtan finally comprehended the Origin of Water; the progress of her spells and Dao techniques related to water greatly increased.

Moreover, her cultivation level reached the pinnacle of the Golden Core Stage, and her lifespan reached a thousand years.

[Age: 18/1000]

[Spirit Root: Innate Five Elements of Celestial Grade]

[Cultivation Level: Late Stage of the Golden Core 1,000,000/1,000,000, Body Refinement Late Stage of the Golden Core 1,000,000/1,000,000]

When Yu Qingtan emerged from seclusion, most of the cultivators who had come to support Cangqiong Sword Sect had already left. However, the cultivators from Wendao Sect were waiting for Fairy Qingtan.

"How did it go?" Venerable Shenfeng arrived promptly.

"Mission accomplished!" Yu Qingtan replied with a beaming smile.

"That's good, let's return home!" Venerable Shenfeng was also very satisfied.

After saying goodbye to the people of Cangqiong Sword Sect, Venerable Shenfeng took the disciples of Wendao Sect on board the "Tianwen No. 2" to return to Wendao Sect.

This support mission resulted in no losses among the Nascent Soul cultivators from Wendao Sect, but seven Golden Core cultivators perished, and one hundred and seventy Foundation Establishment Cultivators fell, so the atmosphere on the return trip was quite somber.

"Thank you, miss, for taking revenge and upholding justice for the Blood Sword Sect and the Jias!"

Inside the cabin of the Flying Boat, Jia Siwen directly knelt before Yu Qingtan to express his profound gratitude. Yu Qingtan had slain the Sea Clan occupying Blood Sword Sect's mountain gates, most of whom were involved in the attack on the sect. Additionally, Yu Qingtan had previously killed a large number of Sea Lizards and members of the Deep Sea Giant Lizard Tribe, thus avenging the Blood Sword Sect.

"Mhm, rise. There's no need for such formalities. Follow me well from now on!"

"Yes, miss!" Jia Siwen responded loudly.

...

At Cangqiong Sword Sect, Venerable Invincible stood on a high place, gazing toward the direction in which "Tianwen No. 2" was departing.

"Brother, you wanted to bring down the seeds of the Deep Sea Profound Ice Pine as a gift for Fairy Qingtan, but she insists on obtaining them herself!

Tsk tsk, having single-handedly slaughtered more than a dozen Fourth Stage and over a hundred Third Stage Sea Clan members, with such talent, are you truly confident that you can defeat her in nine years?" Ah Ji's voice echoed in Venerable Invincible's mind.

"Of course, only a female cultivator like her is suitable for me," Venerable Invincible said leisurely.