Chapter 1297 Resolution
As Chen Yang slowly explained about cultivators, spirit stones, and cultivation, no one, including the He family father and daughter, was surprised. He Lingyu hadn't practiced martial arts before, but after He Fengyun returned, with Zhou Zeyao's help, He Lingyu had also begun cultivating. Gong Renli, in particular, was the fastest among them to improve. Although Zhou Zeyao hadn't personally taught him, he was already nearing the peak of the Grandmaster realm.
The first time Chen Yang saw Gong Renli, he couldn't help but sigh at such rare talent without much external assistance. Most people, even if they weren't martial artists, were aware of the various events happening in the manor. It was Lin Yueyu, however, who, despite being part of the company and having known Chen Yang for some time, was completely unaware of spiritual energy.
"So, from now on, we all have to cultivate?"
No one laughed at Lin Yueyu's question. They all understood the benefits of cultivation and therefore wouldn't ask such a thing. But Lin Yueyu was different; she had always worked in the forefront and naturally had no understanding of these matters.
However, before Chen Yang could explain, Lin Xichen quickly chimed in, "If your cultivation realm is high enough, you can even maintain your youthful appearance indefinitely!" She paused, then added, "But I've heard that cultivation and martial arts are actually different. And it requires a lot of precious medicinal ingredients!" As the young lady of the Lin family from Modu, Lin Xichen naturally knew more. She was even clear about the distinctions between martial arts and cultivation.
Chen Yang nodded slowly. "The reason I'm telling you all this is not to prepare you for anything. I just want you to live longer after you start cultivating."
Chen Yang had made himself clear. To expect the people before him to deal with matters of the Earth Realm? Some could help, but the majority present could not. Moreover, Chen Yang didn't aspire for everyone to become powerful; that was limited not only by individual talent but also by personal pursuits.
The first to grasp the underlying meaning of his words was Song Wanrong. Song Wanrong had been handling the matter of pharmaceuticals, and the so-called superhuman project bore a striking resemblance to what Chen Yang was discussing. More importantly, there was a hint of reluctance in Chen Yang's tone.
"Chen Yang... are you already very strong now?"
This sudden question drew everyone's attention. Chen Yang's current realm was indeed a matter of great concern to everyone.
"I'm at the fifth level of Core Formation. After the Core Formation realm, breakthroughs become very difficult. However, there are already more than five people among humans who have broken through to the Core Formation realm." He continued, "The academy established in the Land of Hope is specifically for teaching cultivation. Of course, if you all wish to cultivate, you can do so here; there's no need to go to the Land of Hope. However, my help and guidance won't be extensive."
In an instant, everyone understood. Chen Yang's current cultivation level was surprisingly high, and his lifespan would naturally far exceed theirs. This difference might not be apparent at first, but over time... the time spent with them might be a lifetime for them, but for Chen Yang in the future, it could be but a fleeting moment.
"I want to cultivate!" Song Wanrong's firm voice drew everyone's attention. Seeing their gazes upon her, Song Wanrong didn't falter. She said, "If I live longer, my research has a chance to succeed." She then turned to Lin Yueyu, "Yueyu, haven't you always asked me if there's a way to stay young forever? I can't do it currently, but the cultivation Chen Yang just mentioned might make it possible. Don't you want to try?" Song Wanrong not only wanted to cultivate herself but also wanted to bring Lin Yueyu along.
Upon hearing Song Wanrong's words, Lin Yueyu immediately raised her hand and smiled, "Of course! Let's do it together! I want to reach the Core Formation realm too!"
Chen Yang couldn't help but smile at this. "Good, I'll help you."
Not a single person present declined. Everyone raised their hands. In a matter with only benefits and no drawbacks, no one would refuse.
After everyone dispersed, Chen Yang, Song Wanrong, Gong Renli, and others gathered in the conference room to discuss matters concerning pharmaceuticals. Although Gong Renli's research direction differed from Song Wanrong's, both were dedicating their lives to solving the issues within the human bloodline. Under Zhou Zeyao's arrangement, Song Wanrong's research institute had gathered over a hundred professional researchers to tackle bloodline inheritance.
"Currently, we can remove the bloodline inheritance obstacles for an individual, but it requires a series of procedures. The efficacy can only be tailored for each person. Gong Renli's proposed inhibitor shows some promise, but it's still under development."
Upon hearing Song Wanrong's report, Chen Yang was not annoyed. To have reached this stage in just a few months was a testament to their efforts. Furthermore, the methods concerning bloodline power were developed by the Yao Capital Prefecture. Before this, even Chen Yang was unaware of such things.
"Alright, speed things up. Don't worry about funding."
As soon as Chen Yang finished speaking, Song Wanrong coughed and said with some hesitation, "Actually... our biggest problem right now is funding."
Chen Yang was taken aback. Yangyangyang Company was currently a veritable money-making machine. Moreover, their previous collaborations with noble families and sects had involved substantial financial contributions. Otherwise, how could the Sword Sect have allowed them access to the Earth Realm? The spirit stones Chen Yang had provided were not given for free. Although few families and sects had the capability to cooperate with the Sword Sect, they were all top-tier existences. For them, money was already a low-level currency.
"Old Zhou didn't mention this to me?" Chen Yang asked. "Tell me more."
Under Chen Yang's inquiry, he learned just how dire Yangyangyang Company's current situation was. They were almost stifled in their development! Zhou Zeyao had discovered some clues, but due to the financial nature of the problem, his progress was slow.
"Old Zhou isn't having an easy time either. These people put on a show in front of others, but they're plotting behind their backs. Unless they're caught red-handed, it's difficult for Old Zhou to act." Song Wanrong, who frequently reported research progress to Zhou Zeyao and had interacted with him for some time, understood his difficulties.
Chen Yang grunted, helpless. "Old Zhou... it's not that it's difficult for him to act; he probably doesn't care about these things at all." Zhou Zeyao was a cultivator, and not an ordinary one. If it weren't for the bloodline research, he wouldn't have taken on this responsibility. The affairs of Yangyangyang Company were too complex, and he truly had no effective way to help.
"I'll resolve this matter," Chen Yang stated. "Old Zhou has been too gentle with them."