If one can see through the creation's marvels, there's no need for generations of crossbreeding.
In Zhang Jian's view, this is the beginning of the mediation of creation.
After finishing everything, Zhang Jian slightly performed the Rejuvenation Technique, summoning some rain to nourish this small patch of land. Feeling some seeds start to sprout, Zhang Jian stopped the magic, giving them the chance to grow naturally instead of forcing them to mature quickly.
But Qi Yuhua could still see that this small patch of land had sprouted green shoots, which were extremely delightful.
This scene brought a joyful expression to her jade-like face.
Witnessing the sprout of life always fills one's heart with joy.
Zhang Jian at this moment put down the hoe and handed it to Zhang Fu, then stepped forward to embrace the somewhat bewildered Zhang Chang'an, saying with a laugh.
"Come on, let's make something delicious!"
When Zhang Jian mentioned something delicious, Zhang Chang'an also made a childish sound.
"Daddy, I want something delicious too!"
Upon hearing this, Zhang Jian laughed heartily.
Qi Yuhua watched this scene, a gentle smile appearing on her graceful face.
Beside them, Yu Yao and Qu Lian also quickly followed.
Under the jujube tree in the courtyard, the stone table was filled with several cleaned bamboo baskets.
The baskets were full of wild cherry tomatoes that Zhang Jian had picked in front of West Mountain Temple earlier.
"Husband, is this what you meant?"
At this moment Qi Yuhua glanced at these crimson wild cherry tomatoes.
Their appearance was indeed good, Qi Yuhua had tried them initially but after eating one, she didn't want to try again.
Because they were really too sour.
Sourness overshadowed sweetness, with a peculiar taste.
Qi Yuhua wasn't accustomed to this flavor.
Zhang Jian saw Qi Yuhua's expression and smiled slightly. In fact, these wild cherry tomatoes were indeed extremely sour as they hadn't been selectively bred or optimized, only a few were purely sweet.
But this ingredient makes a delicious tomato sauce.
Especially when added to some special dishes like hotpot.
"It's a pity the tomato sauce doesn't have chili peppers, lacking soul!"
Zhang Jian felt regret in his heart, as he didn't like pure tomato sauce but preferred adding red peppers to stir-fry.
It's actually quite simple to make this delicacy. After peeling and cleaning, adding some scallions, garlic, and white sugar, stir-frying on low heat, then simmering for a while, and drying will do.
However, due to their small size, Zhang Jian could only use his magical power to achieve this.
When the pot of fiery red tomato sauce was finally ready, Qi Yuhua looked at the scene in surprise, but she quickly shook her head when she saw the pot of red tomato sauce.
She was still somewhat unaccustomed to this flavor.
Zhang Jian chuckled at the sight, then turned his gaze to Zhang Chang'an next to him. He saw Zhang Chang'an babbling in a cute voice, reaching for the tomato sauce in the pot. His eyes lit up as he picked up chopsticks, gently dipped some into her mouth, seeing Zhang Chang'an smack her lips slightly before soon starting to fuss.
It seems she didn't like the taste very much either.
Seeing this, Zhang Jian shook his head inwardly. The unbred wild cherry tomatoes were still too sour, hard to get used to unless especially fond of it.
Later, Zhang Yi and Zhang Zhao returned from West Splendor Academy, and to Zhang Jian's surprise, Zhang Yi quite liked this sour dipping sauce, especially as a condiment with some coarse grains.
This couldn't help but make Zhang Jian feel peculiar.
"Seems he did inherit some fish-like traits, naturally fond of sour flavor!"
After planting the wild cherry tomatoes, Zhang Jian continued to open several vegetable plots in the corners of the residence, planting some cabbage and other seasonal vegetables, attempting to improve their varieties at least to increase their resistance to pests and diseases.
Zhang Jian also took the opportunity to enter Tongshan once more, seeking if Tongshan's depths had any Mysterious Technique to help him accomplish these tasks.
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Tongshan
Majestic Tongshan towers over the horizon, displaying stunning scenery on its slopes.
In Demon-slaying Peak, Zhang Jian led Zhang Yi to step inside, Zhang Jian was already familiar with the path, though Zhang Yi was entering for the first time.
Two beams of Divine Light emerged from a grand stone portal, one large and one small.
Zhang Jian looked calm, while Zhang Yi, despite his usual bold nature, instinctively leaned against Zhang Jian.
"Daddy!"
Zhang Jian saw this and merely smiled slightly, indicating he need not be nervous.
This trip, he intended to bring Zhang Yi to visit Chuyunzi and finalize the entry matter.
However, even as his offspring, if Zhang Yi wants to secure a spot as a True Disciple within the Tongshan Dao Lineage, it will still depend on his own efforts.
Just like when Bai Xianyin introduced him, Zhang Jian is also prepared to first conduct a detailed measurement of Zhang Yi's Spirit Root.
But before this, Zhang Jian first took Zhang Yi to visit the Second Senior Brother Chuyunzi.
"Junior Brother, is this your eldest son Zhang Yi? He seems to have excellent aptitude!"
In the Shoujing Residence, Chuyunzi also met Zhang Yi. At a glance, his eyes slightly brightened.
Both father and son are here using the talisman of the Heaven and Earth Profound Sect, arriving with their Yin Spirit and soul.
At this moment, Zhang Yi's state is no different from when Zhang Jian first entered the Heaven and Earth Profound Sect.
The ethereal soul emits a unique radiance that is clearly superior to the nearby cultivators; this is innate aptitude.
Chuyunzi had already heard from True Monarch Zhanmo that Zhang Jian's eldest son had remarkable potential, and seeing it himself now brought a smile to his face.
Zhang Jian at this moment patted Zhang Yi's shoulder. The mischievous little fellow was a bit nervous, but followed Zhang Jian's teachings and respectfully bowed, saying:
"Disciple Zhang Yi pays respects to Master!"
Chuyunzi laughed heartily and then stepped forward to lift him up, saying, "Stand up!"
He then took out a few small Dharma Artifacts prepared earlier and gave them to Zhang Yi as a welcoming gift.
Immediately, Chuyunzi inquired:
"Fifth Junior Brother, have you measured Yi'Er's Spirit Root?"
Zhang Jian nodded slightly and said, "His grandfather tested him with the Dragon Race's Secret Technique. He possesses four types of Spirit Roots: wind, water, thunder, and ice. The first three are upper middle, and the ice Spirit Root is upper lower!"
Upon hearing this, Chuyunzi's eyes widened in surprise as he looked at Zhang Yi.
Zhang Yi's aptitude is already comparable to those talented True Disciples in the sect; he is a natural cultivation seed as a cultivator.
"Truly, a tiger father produces no dogs!"
Chuyunzi was delighted; having Spirit Roots does not mean everything, but it provides an advantage when cultivating corresponding attribute cultivation techniques.
Any cultivator naturally prefers a disciple to inherit their teachings, as a disciple with strong foundation can avoid many obstacles.
Unless there's ulterior motives.
Chuyunzi asked another question.
"How about root bone?"
"Root bone has not been measured, we need to conduct a mapping." Zhang Jian smiled slightly. He knew Zhang Yi had strong Innate Qi, possibly inheriting one of his Innate Dao Bodies, but without professional Secret Technique mapping, there might be discrepancies.
Chuyunzi smiled slightly and suggested, "Then let's go to the Spirit Testing Residence for a comprehensive check!"
Zhang Jian nodded in agreement.
The two then took Zhang Yi into the Spirit Testing Mountain Residence.
As it was years ago when Zhang Jian came, it was just as bustling.
Many disciples wearing sky-blue Zhi Family Robes were busy inside, led by the steward named Yang Town. Upon seeing Zhang Jian and Chuyunzi arrive, he paused briefly, quickly came forward to greet them, and then gathered disciples to help with registration and arrange the queue.
Zhang Jian and Chuyunzi were in no rush.
Soon, it was Zhang Yi's turn.
With Zhang Jian's slightly encouraging expression, Zhang Yi stepped forward into the Spirit Testing Array.
The results were as Zhang Jian expected; the Dragon Race's Spirit Testing Technique was very accurate.
Indeed, Zhang Yi possessed four types of Spirit Roots, and the quality was quite outstanding.
Seeing this, Chuyunzi pondered slightly and then smiled, "It seems this is inherited from Yi'Er's mother; his water attribute Spirit Root is particularly exceptional, which is great for cultivating the Tongshan Lineage's Daoist Technique!"
Zhang Jian nodded in agreement.
Though the Tongshan Dao Lineage has various magic, it excels particularly in Water Techniques.
When practicing magic, it is known in the cultivation realm for its enduring magical power and tenacity of techniques.
It has distinct characteristics.
After mapping the Spirit Roots, Zhang Yi followed Yang Town into another room.
Soon, good news arrived.
"Congratulations, Junior Brother Zhang, Brother Chuyunzi, Young Master Zhang has mapped out an Innate Dao Body, an Innate Purity Dao Body!"
Yang Town's face was filled with undisguised compliment.
Though the Innate Purity Dao Body is not particularly strong and is quite average among Innate Dao Bodies, it is nonetheless an Innate Dao Body, giving a fundamental advantage over other cultivators.
The future is bright!