Mythical Cultivation

Chapter 211 Contribution Value

Wu Ming and the others around him continued to enthusiastically discuss the various details and related matters regarding the Qingmu Secret Realm. Suddenly, as if remembering something important, Wu Ming slapped his forehead and spoke again, "Oh, by the way, I called you all here for another important matter. Here, these are the letters from your families. Li Fei, this package is specially for you. It was handed over to you by the village chief."

After saying this, Wu Ming reached into the storage bag hanging from his waist and carefully took out several letters and a bulging small package, handing them to Li Fei. The package contained the precious items that his grandfather, Wu Tianlong, had painstakingly brought all the way from Lijia Village, including a large number of spirit stones.

The men hurriedly took the letters from Wu Ming's hands, as if they were long-awaited treasures. They eagerly unfolded the envelopes, scanning the words with eager eyes, their gazes thick with longing. Wu Ming, standing nearby, silently gazing at the scene, couldn't help but think of his grandfather.

He thought to himself: "I must go see grandpa later. It's been more than half a month since I last saw him." As he thought about it, his eyes became softer.

At this time, Wang Xiaohu, Li Fei, and Ishikawa looked up at Wu Ming with gratitude, and said in unison: "Brother Ming, Wu Ming, thank you so much for bringing us the letters from our families! If it weren't for you, I don't know how much longer this pain of missing them would have lasted. Otherwise, I'm afraid it would have taken twenty years for us to have the chance to see them again."

Back when they first entered the sect, they were all arrogant and full of confidence. They naively believed that with their talent and hard work, they would be able to successfully break through to the Foundation Establishment stage in less than twenty years. At that time, they would be able to return to the village in glory to visit their families.

However, after several years of arduous cultivation, they gradually realized that achieving the goal of foundation building was far from as easy as they had imagined. Forget about whether they could reach the peak of Qi Refining within twenty years. Even if they did reach that level, they might not have the financial resources to purchase the incredibly expensive foundation-building pills.

Hearing the sincere words of the three people, Wu Ming just smiled slightly and responded calmly: "We are all good friends, and we are brothers from the same village. How can such a small thing be worthy of you thanking me so politely?" After that, he gently patted the shoulders of the three people to express his comfort.

"But, Wu Ming, how did you get letters from my family?" Li Fei asked with a puzzled look on his face, thinking to himself that he didn't think Wu Ming had returned to the village recently. Wu Ming smiled slightly and explained, "Actually, my grandfather came to visit, and he brought these letters to you specifically."

Wang Xiaohu, who was standing by, became interested upon hearing this and quickly interrupted, "Uncle Wu is here? When was that? And where is he now? We really need to go and pay him a visit!"

Wu Ming listened to Wang Xiaohu's words, thought for a moment, and felt they made perfect sense. After all, since Grandpa arrived at Qingyun Market, he had only met him once. Taking this opportunity to visit him with Li Fei and the others would not only allow Grandpa to explain the village's current situation but also strengthen their relationship.

Wu Ming smiled and replied, "My grandfather now lives in Qingyun Market and has opened a shop called 'Heshengtang'. If you need to buy some spiritual items in the future, you can go there and have a look. I happen to be visiting my grandfather today, so why don't you come with me so you can get to know the place."

"Great, then let's go visit Grandpa Wu!" Ishikawa nodded without hesitation, indicating his full agreement with the proposal. Everyone's faces lit up with joy, full of anticipation for the upcoming visit.

The four of them rode their flying swords to Qingyun Market and met Wu Ming's grandfather, Wu Tianlong. They asked him about their families' situations and had a pleasant conversation. After thanking him for the letter, the three of them left. Wu Ming, however, stayed behind, planning to rest for the night before returning.

Early the next morning, Wu Ming left Qingyun Market and returned to his residence in Qingyun Sect.

Just yesterday, the sun was shining brightly and the breeze was gentle. Filled with joy and excitement, Wu Ming couldn't wait to run to his grandfather and solemnly tell him, "Grandpa, I have now successfully advanced to the eighth level of Qi Refining!"

Upon hearing this good news, Grandpa's face lit up with a gratified smile, a smile as heartwarming as the warm spring sun. After all, once Wu Ming could break through to the Foundation Establishment stage and become a true Foundation Establishment cultivator, Grandpa wouldn't have to worry about his safety anymore.

Wu Ming not only made progress in his cultivation, but also in his alchemy and talisman-making skills. On this return trip, he specially brought back dozens of first-grade high-level talismans that he had meticulously crafted, as well as several unused mid-grade magical instruments. These treasures might not be of much use to Wu Ming at the moment, but if they were sold in his shop, they would surely bring in a considerable income for Heshengtang.

After finishing his family matters, Wu Ming rushed back to the sect without stopping. However, instead of heading straight back to his own residence as usual, he hurried straight to the Deacon's Hall. Zhao Xiaohai and the others had previously mentioned in a communication that a series of new missions would be announced soon. While some of these missions were quite dangerous, the corresponding rewards were extremely generous—all based on sect contribution points.

Sect Contribution Points are no ordinary thing. They only exist in missions issued by the sect or by highly respected elders. After all, they are the only ones who hold large amounts of Contribution Points to distribute. In comparison, even for ordinary missions, ordinary fellow disciples would never be able to offer such precious Contribution Points as rewards. Even the highly regarded True Disciples have limited Contribution Points at their disposal and are naturally reluctant to use them for mission rewards. As a result, Wu Ming and his companions have only a pitiful few, only a few dozen points.