"You needn't envy my Golden Crow Soul, as Soul Cultivation, Magic Practitioner, and Body Cultivation are different. Although the power of Divine Soul Transformation is important, versatility is of utmost significance. The White Feathered Crow you use for transformation is known for being a common demon beast that is renowned for its agility and versatility, which matches perfectly with Illusion Techniques, Emotion Control, and even later Sleep Witch Dreams among other Divine Skills. Solely in terms of potential, my Golden Crow Soul may not surpass your soul crow," said Xi Ying.

"So, you're saying that the White Feathered Crow is an excellent choice for Divine Soul Transformation, then why have I hardly seen any other Soul Cultivators assume its form?" Yuan Ming curiously asked.

"After transforming into the White Feathered Crow, the Divine Soul becomes agile and versatile, but the White Feathered Crow's strength is too weak, and its innate foundation is shallow, which makes it difficult to achieve great accomplishments later on. That's why hardly anyone chooses it. You are different, however, because the Stealing Heaven Tripod constantly nurtures your Divine Soul, giving you a strong foundation. Even transforming into a White Feathered Crow won't have much impact," explained Xi Ying.

Yuan Ming, having heard this, understood and slowly nodded.

The two chatted for a bit longer but did not stay in the Stealing Heaven Tripod Space for too long before quickly leaving.

Xi Ying, excusing himself to return to his room to cultivate, stood up to take his leave.

Yuan Ming sat quietly inside his room, his Divine Sense continuing to delve into the Jade Scroll, searching for a suitable island.

After a good hour, his eyebrows suddenly twitched, and he muttered to himself, "This place seems quite suitable."

Yuan Ming did not act immediately. He continued to check the Jade Scroll until the end and found no better island at which point he made up his mind.

He only sent a message to Xi Ying, and just like when he arrived, he left Dragon King City silently and flew into the vast East Sea.

Time flew, and half a month passed.

Yuan Ming arrived at a third-class island in the northwest area of the East Sea, Evergreen Island.

Just as its name implied, Evergreen Island was lush with trees, abuzz with birds and fragrant with flowers, reminiscent of a paradise.

This was precisely the place he had carefully chosen, planning for his parents to settle down for their later years.

Underneath Evergreen Island, many coal and sulfur deposits were buried, and the climate was warm with spring lasting all year round. Moreover, the island was close to the mainland, with few storms and tsunamis, and the Cultivation forces on the island were unusually low-key. With no significant resources worth vying for, almost a century had passed without conflicts among Cultivators, making it very suitable for mortals to live.

Yuan Ming, having altered his appearance, purchased a secluded courtyard in a small mortal town on the island named Gu Town.

"Father, Mother, is this place passable for living in?" After everything was settled, Yuan Ming asked.

"It's lovely. The air is clear, the water is Blue, and the environment is more conducive to cultivation and nurturing than the Capital," Yuan Mu, who hailed from the Shengye Sect and had a fondness for arranging various gardens and flowers while in Yuan Mansion, was very satisfied with everything here.

Yuan Zuochong had no great demands for accommodation, and already quite admired the East Sea, so he was also very satisfied with the situation here.

Seeing this scene, Yuan Ming was also very happy. He arranged the household items brought from Yuan Mansion, and though the area was smaller than Yuan Mansion, it regained much of the old home's ambience.

Although Gu Town was far from being as prosperous as Da Jin Capital, it was not lacking in full-time and part-time labor. Yuan Ming hired two house servants, two cooks, and a maid to serve his parents.

The sudden appearance of a new family in Gu Town initially sparked the curiosity of nearby residents. However, the next day, people in the town interacted with the Yuan Family as if they had been neighbors for years, no longer pointing and inquiring, as if the Yuan family had lived there for many years.

At night, Yuan Ming used the Empty Gloves to alter the memories of everyone in the town, making them remember that the Yuan family had been living there for over a decade.

"Ming'er, is Soul Cultivation really so miraculous that one can easily alter others' memories?" Yuan Mu curiously asked.

"Soul Cultivation is different from Magic Practitioner, and it's more mysterious. Only when one has cultivated to a very profound realm can they edit another person's memories. I can't do it now; I need to rely on this Soul Cultivation magic treasure." Yuan Ming took out the Empty Gloves and briefly explained how they worked.

Yuan Mu curiously held it in her hand, flipping it over to examine.

"Mother, you don't have a Spirit Root, so you can't practice Magic Practitioner or Body Cultivation, but you could try Soul Cultivation. Although this method doesn't extend life, if you cultivate to a certain realm, I have ways to let you continue living in this world in an alternative form," Yuan Ming said.

If Yuan Mu could reach the first level of the Moonlight Technique, he would be able to use the Night Parade of Hundred Demons to refine her and transform her into a Ghost Spirit Body.

The ghost spirits from the Night Parade of Hundred Demons might not promise immortality, but living an extra two to three hundred years was still feasible.

"Ming'er, your intention is well-received, but I have no regrets in my life. Maybe in my youth, I might have wanted to venture into the world of Cultivators. Now, I no longer have that ambition; I just want to live out the rest of my days in peace," Yuan Mu returned the Empty Gloves and said.

"Ming'er, your mother and I have already discussed it. Being able to raise a Core Formation Stage cultivator like you, we have no regrets. You needn't spend too much effort on us," Yuan Zuochong said.

"Father, you possess a Spirit Root. With my current abilities, I'm fairly confident, if not in Core Formation, then at least in helping you to establish your foundation. If Mother can achieve success in Soul Cultivation, our family could enjoy another two hundred years together," Yuan Ming looked at his father and encouraged.

"If we could spend more time together, of course it would be ideal. However, your mother and I lack the ambition to traverse the world and witness the wonders you have. We simply desire a tranquil life. To us, the length of our lifespan doesn't really matter anymore; we just don't want to become too much of a burden. You needn't work too hard for my Foundation Establishment," Yuan Zuochong said with a carefree smile.

Yuan Ming looked at his father and then at his mother, and after a long silence, said, "You two just settle down here comfortably, and make sure to keep this jar of Spiritual Wine."

A green shadow flashed on the table next to him, and a light green wine jar appeared, about three feet tall.

Despite the sealed mouth of the jar, wisps of an invigorating scent still wafted out.

"What kind of wine is this?" Yuan Zuochong always appreciated fine liquor, and upon smelling this fragrance, the wine bug in his stomach began to stir.

Yuan Mu gave Yuan Zuochong a look, and he quickly suppressed his greedy appearance.

"This is a jar of Spiritual Wine I brewed with several types of Spirit Grass. Not only does it taste excellent, but it also has the effect of dredging the meridians and prolonging life," Yuan Ming said.

"This is really good stuff," Yuan Zuochong said as he picked up the jar and examined it closely.

"Ming'er has brought us Spiritual Wine, don't be careless and break it," Yuan Mu said reproachfully.

"Don't worry," Yuan Zuochong said nonchalantly, taking a large bowl, filling it, and draining it in one gulp.

"It really is good wine," Yuan Zuochong said with an intoxicated expression, unable to resist pouring himself another bowl.

"Father, this wine packs a strong punch, and the Spiritual Power within it is also very abundant. Drinking too much is actually not beneficial. You and mother should be fine with just a bowl each half-month," Yuan Ming hastily interjected.

The jar of Spiritual Wine might look unremarkable, but it was carefully brewed by him using Spirit Grasses that were hundreds of years old from the Shura Palace's Medicine Garden. Ordinary people and low-level cultivators couldn't consume too much, or they'd risk being overwhelmed by its potency.

"Only one bowl every half a month, that's not satisfying at all," Yuan Zuochong said with a look of disappointment.

"Evergreen Island has an abundance of grains and produces several fine liquors. If you're craving a drink, Father, you can try the excellent wines here, but you shouldn't drink too much of this jar of Spiritual Wine," Yuan Ming said with a smile.

"Alright," Yuan Zuochong agreed reluctantly.

"Mother, you should have a cup too. I remember you can hold your liquor quite well," Yuan Ming said, pouring a cup for his mother.

Yuan Mu didn't decline, and she took a small sip.

A surge of warmth rose from her lower abdomen and spread through her limbs, making her body feel much lighter.

The family, in high spirits, chatted merrily for much of the day.

Feeling a bit tired, Yuan Mu went inside to rest.

Curious about Evergreen Island, Yuan Zuochong went out to explore.

"Ming'er, we've settled in nicely here, and the townsfolk are simple and honest. There shouldn't be any trouble. If you have important matters to attend to, there's no need to stay here just to keep us company," Yuan Zuochong said.

"It's no trouble; I don't have any pressing matters lately. Moreover, I haven't been home for many years, and I've always felt guilty about it. Now that I finally have some free time, let me spend more of it with you two," Yuan Ming said.

"Ming'er, your filial piety is clear to your mother. However, if you truly want to do something for us, bring us a daughter-in-law and give us the joy of hugging a grandchild," Yuan Mu said with a smile.

At the mention of this, Yuan Ming was taken aback, his mind unwilfully flashing with the image of Xi Ying.

"Matters of marriage are not to be taken lightly. I'm still considering it, and besides, it also requires the other party's consent."

"So you do have someone in mind? What kind of girl is she?" Yuan Mu's eyes sparkled as she sat up excitedly.

Yuan Ming forced a wry smile and somehow managed to calm his mother's enthusiasm.

He stayed with his mother for a while, waiting until she fell asleep, then rose to go to the side hall.

Though Yuan Father and Yuan Mu seemed to have accepted moving to Evergreen Island, he could sense an underlying lack of comfort in them.

He had made a promise to Xi Ying for a year later. Yuan Ming planned to accompany his parents for a year, to fulfill his filial duties.

In this year, he naturally wouldn't neglect his cultivation.

First, Yuan Ming went through his routine practice of the Incense Xiang Bone Forging Skill, then he took out a stack of Array Flag Array Plates and laid them out in various spots in the room, forming the Five Elements Illusion Destruction Array.

Though Evergreen Island was but a small island in the East Sea, as it concerned the safety of his parents, he didn't want to leave any flaws exposed.

After setting up the Five Elements Illusion Destruction Array, Yuan Ming sat cross-legged on the bed, took out the Stealing Heaven Tripod, and began to refine Desire Power.

Owing to the Yan sisters, everyone in Hundred Pills Square had now become followers of the Moon Sect. There were six at the Foundation Establishment Stage, more than thirty in the Qi Refinement Realm, and although their levels of devotion varied, overall, the Desire Power transmitted to him had increased significantly.

Furthermore, with the investment of resources, Xu Che's efforts in recruiting followers were going smoothly. Alongside ordinary believers, several cultivators had joined the faith. Unfortunately, the distance from the East Sea to the Black Wind Desert was too great, and a lot of the Desire Power dissipated during transmission.

If Yuan Ming could successfully cultivate to the later stages of being a Love Witch, and then strive for a few more years to reach the peak, he could attempt to break through to the Sleep Witch Realm.

As long as he could reach the Sleep Witch Realm and combine it with the Desire Power within the White Jade Lotus Platform inside the Stealing Heaven Tripod, he was confident he could face anyone on the Yunhuang Continent!

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