Chapter 315: Chapter 307: Encountering a Bottleneck

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The idea flashed in his mind, stirring He Song’s heart.

Yes!

The time difference between his and Wei Fan’s breakthrough to the Foundation Establishment Early Stage was just nine years.

When he broke through to the Mid-stage Foundation Establishment, he spent a full four years less than Wei Fan.

And when breaking through to the Late Foundation Establishment Stage, the time he spent was eight years earlier than the ordinary Foundation Establishment Masters.

His cultivation has now reached the Late Foundation Establishment Stage.

Based on this timeline and calculation.

Under such circumstances, the mana in Wei Fan’s body is possibly quite full, and he might be experiencing the bottleneck of the Late Foundation Establishment Stage.

Perhaps, during this time he’s secluded for cultivation, he is likely trying hard to break through this bottleneck?

However, it’s uncertain how much time Wei Fan will need to spend, being blocked by the bottleneck.

When He Song himself broke through the Late Foundation Establishment Stage, he too was blocked by the bottleneck, but was only hindered for a mere two years.

According to He Song’s estimation, his own two-year period should be considered relatively short.

If other Foundation Establishment Masters were blocked by the bottleneck, the time they would likely have to spend would probably be even longer.

If it was Wei Fan.

Considering the speed Wei Fan had for his breakthrough during Foundation Establishment Realm.

He might possibly be hindered by the bottleneck for several years.

Several years have passed.

He Song had already successfully broken through to the Late Foundation Establishment Stage for several years.

Now, He Song’s cultivation has reached the Late Foundation Establishment Stage, and he has solidified his cultivation.

It can be said that He Song’s current progress in cultivation has already left Wei Fan, formerly his senior, far behind.

In the past, Wei Fan’s cultivation was much higher than He Song’s.

When He Song was in the Qi-refining early stage, Wei Fan’s cultivation had already reached the Qi-refining late stage.

However, as time passed and He Song continued to invest more into his own cultivation, he gradually caught up with Wei Fan.

When He Song was at the Qi-refining mid-stage, Wei Fan’s cultivation was still at the Qi-refining late stage.

And by the time He Song reached the Qi-refining late stage, Wei Fan’s cultivation was still at the Qi-refining late stage.

Even when both reached Foundation Establishment, Wei Fan was only nine years earlier than He Song.

It is just because of the difference in age when they started cultivation.

Therefore, it only seemed that the gap in their cultivation was not too big.

Now.

When He Song broke through to the Late Foundation Establishment Stage, Wei Fan’s cultivation was still stepping forward in the Mid-stage Foundation Establishment, hindered by the bottleneck.

From this, it can be seen that as the spirit stones on He Song increased, his investment in his own cultivation could be said to be exhaustive.

Of course, the most important thing was the fact that He Song, as an Array Path Master, could set up a better Spirit-Gathering Array Mana for himself than others.

With more dense spirit Qi.

With better spirit rice.

With more elixir.

With various treasures for daily use that enhance cultivation.

Although the value of these things was extremely high when put together, they were able to provide He Song with a faster cultivation speed.

Countless spirit stones were spent by He Song and turned into the mana in his body.

In doing so, the speed of He Song’s cultivation could surpass others.

At the same time, the spirit stones he spent on cultivation were far beyond that of an ordinary person.

He Song was a four spirits root, a talent which wasn’t considered good, but was not considered bad either.

Under such circumstances, if he wanted to quickly enhance his own cultivation, he could only rely on ample resources, which would allow him to rapidly accumulate mana.

Only in this way could he obtain a cultivation speed far beyond other cultivators.

Upon achieving a cultivation speed far surpassing other cultivators, He Song’s cultivation progress naturally left Wei Fan far behind.

Thinking about the enormous expenses he had incurred along the way, a touch of lament soon appeared in He Song’s eyes.

The cost of his cultivation.

Is much higher than Wei Fan’s.

With this prerequisite, surpassing Wei Fan in cultivation progress was only a matter of time.

Now, Wei Fan seems to be trying to break through the bottleneck of the Late Foundation Establishment Stage, and He Song is quite satisfied with his speed of cultivation.

“Now, since fellow Taoist is back, the reward you had previously offered naturally won’t continue.”

“Rest assured, this matter is clear in the heart of Master Feng Quan and myself.”

Although He Song considered a lot in his mind, it was just a moment in the external world, and Master Xuan He’s voice came at this time.

Listening to Master Xuan He’s words, He Song cast aside the thoughts in his mind and nodded.

Three months ago, before his departure, he had entrusted the profits of the trade union during his absence to Master Xuan He for discretion.

At the same time, Master Xuan He needed to cover for his absence from Heaven Power Immortal City.

Now that three months had passed and He Song had returned to Heaven Power Immortal City, the transaction naturally didn’t need to continue.

Master Xuan He was quite reliable.

After He Song’s return, Master Xuan He immediately brought up the matter and there were no disputes between them over it.

But He Song thought that was normal.

As a Foundation Establishment Master, it would be unlikely for him to ruin his reputation over trivial interests.

Master Xuan He’s actions were within reason.

He spent a while in Master Xuan He’s residence.

After sitting, drinking tea and chatting with him.

He Song quickly departed from Master Xuan He’s residence and headed for the Treasure Pavilion in Heaven Power Immortal City.

During this trip to Cloud State.

Though nearly everything was helped by Master Yun Jing, He Song thought the person with the greatest merit was the Subordinate Treasure Pavilion Master of Heaven Power Immortal City, Master Luo Jing.

If it were not for Master Luo Jing, he wouldn’t be able to obtain the auction catalog for the Cloud State auction from Master Yun Jing’s hands.

Without knowing whether the Cloud State auction has what he needs, it’s very likely he wouldn’t make the long trip to Cloud State to participate in the auction.

Instead, there’s a great likelihood that he would continue to stay in Heaven Power Immortal City, patiently waiting for other auctions held in other Immortal Cities.

As such, whether he could still buy ‘Purple Sky Meditation Formulas’ , he could only leave it to fate.

Even if he were to find something similar, it would probably take a long time.

It can be said that Master Luo Jing saved him a lot of time.

Meanwhile, if it had not been for Master Luo Jing.

His trip to the Cloud State Mansion auction probably wouldn’t have been smooth.

Without getting to know Master Yun Jing, as a golden elixir disciple, Master Yun Jing wouldn’t likely have too much contact with him.

Since there isn’t any contact, naturally he couldn’t help He Song like he did before at the Cloud State Mansion, helping He Song retrieve ‘Purple Sky Meditation Formulas’ from the consigner.

Without Master Yun Jing mediating, it would have been difficult for He Song to even meet Master Chang Kong, let alone buy ‘Purple Sky Meditation Formulas’ from him.

It can be said.

If it weren’t for Master Luo Jing, He Song wouldn’t likely have easily obtained ‘Purple Sky Meditation Formulas’.

Perhaps, while attending the auction, he could have been entangled in all sorts of troubles that would have caused him many twists and turns.

It wouldn’t likely be as peaceful as it is now.

And that’s precisely why.

Upon returning to Heaven Power Immortal City, He Song, fulfilling his promise to Meng Guan, decided to check on Wei Fan on his behalf as the first thing after his return.

The second thing was to go to the Treasure Pavilion in the Heaven Power Immortal City and express his gratitude to Master Luo Jing.

However, seeing that Wei Fan was still practicing cultivation in seclusion and had not come out yet, He Song had to visit Master Xuan He’s residence for information.

Knowing that Wei Fan is still in seclusion, he had to give up.

But after leaving Master Xuan He’s residence, He Song promptly headed to the Treasure Pavilion in Heaven Power Immortal City.

Treasure Pavilion.

As soon as He Song appeared…

Master Luo Jing seemed to have been waiting for him for a while.

When they saw each other, their eyes met.

Before He Song could say anything.

Master Luo Jing was the first to speak.

“Congratulations on accomplishing your wish sir. ”

Master Luo Jing, with a full smile on her face, slightly bowed to He Song.

No doubt, during the one and a half month that He Song rushed back to Heaven Power Immortal City.

She must have learned from Master Yun Jing that He Song had retrieved ‘Purple Sky Meditation Formulas’.

Knowing that He Song’s goal had been achieved and the next time they met, naturally, her first words were to congratulate him.

To this, He Song felt no surprise.

Master Yun Jing could understand his overall character from Master Luo Jing.

And Master Luo Jing naturally could learn from Master Yun Jing that he fulfilled his wish and bought ‘Purple Sky Meditation Formulas’ from Master Chang Kong.

The two of them shared almost all information between them.

“My accomplishment this time would not have been possible without the great help of Master Luo Jing.”

“I came here today to present a big gift as a token of gratitude.”

“But after careful consideration, I feared that a being like you might not look favorably upon my gift.”

“Therefore, I brought some spirit stones and hope that you won’t mind.”

With that, he took out a storage bag containing ten thousand spirit stones and offered it with both hands, intending to give it to Master Luo Jing.

He Song did this out of compulsion.

The fact was like he said, Master Luo Jing’s role in the whole affair was substantial, substantial enough for He Song to present her with a generous gift.

But Master Luo Jing happened to be a disciple of the golden elixir master; whatever He Song gave would appear stingy.

If so, then he shall gift spirit stones.

Though ten thousand spirit stones aren’t that many, they’re not few either.

For a master at the Foundation Establishment stage, ten thousand spirit stones could barely be considered a generous gift.

After all, ‘Purple Sky Meditation Formulas’ from Master Chang Kong’s hands. which could be auctioned, were sold for just over ten thousand spirit stones.

The elders of the Thick Earth Sect only have an annual salary of three thousand spirit stones.

By this measure, ten thousand spirit stones were quite a lot.

He Song giving away such a gift to thank Master Luo Jing, wasn’t being cheap after all.

However, while this was what He Song thought and did, Master Luo Jing didn’t even look at the storage bag. Instead, she just kept waving her hands at He Song.

Afterwards, with a hint of embarrassment, she started to speak.

“Sir, please take back this item….”