Months passed peacefully on the island, and Lu Fan's household was filled with joy when his first wife gave birth to a beautiful daughter. The moment he held her in his arms, a rush of pride and hope filled his heart. He gently tasted her blood—a practice he had read about in ancient texts that allowed cultivators to assess the potential of a child's spiritual roots. To his astonishment, he discovered that she possessed five elemental roots, with a particularly strong mid-grade Wood root.
This revelation sent waves of excitement through Lu Fan. A child with such roots was a rarity and held immense potential for the future. He recalled his earlier experiments and the ordinary Deer Blood Stone, which he had encouraged his first wife to use during her pregnancy. While mortals couldn't cultivate with graded items, pseudo-spiritual items like the ordinary Deer Blood Stone—having only a slight concentration of qi—could be utilized by them. It was a safe way to enhance their strength without overwhelming their bodies.
With this success, Lu Fan felt a sense of validation regarding his hypothesis. If his daughter had a mid-grade Wood root, it stood to reason that the ordinary Deer Blood Stone had indeed been beneficial. He understood the implications of this discovery—if other cultivators learned of the Blood Stone's effects, they would likely seek to eliminate his family to keep this secret from spreading. Protecting his loved ones and the truth behind the Blood Stone became paramount.
Determined to keep this knowledge to himself, Lu Fan decided to encourage his second wife, who was also expecting, to follow the same practice without revealing the specifics of the Deer Blood Stone's effects. He approached her with excitement, explaining that she should maintain a healthy diet to support the child's development, subtly alluding to the idea of using ordinary items to enhance their strength. She listened attentively, sharing in his enthusiasm as they discussed the possibilities for their future child.
Days turned into weeks, and soon, Lu Fan found himself in a state of anticipation as he awaited the birth of his second child. His family life blossomed alongside his cultivation endeavors, each achievement reinforcing his dedication to creating a legacy. He envisioned a lineage of powerful cultivators, each one a testament to his efforts and discoveries.
As time went on, he kept a close eye on his second wife, ready to support her in any way necessary. Finally, the day arrived, and Lu Fan's second wife gave birth to another beautiful child—a son this time. Once again, he performed the blood tasting ritual, eager to discover the nature of his son's roots. His heart raced as he tasted the blood, and a wave of excitement surged through him when he confirmed that his son also possessed a Wood root, though it was still too early to assess its grade.
With two children now showing strong Wood roots, Lu Fan felt a deep sense of accomplishment. The ordinary Deer Blood Stone had proven to be a valuable tool for his family, and he was determined to continue his research into its applications, all while keeping its secret tightly guarded. As he contemplated the future, he envisioned a cultivation family, each member blessed with exceptional potential, ready to rise in the ranks of the Qi Cultivation Realm.
As he sat with his wives, holding their hands and cherishing the warmth of their family, Lu Fan knew that he had taken the first step toward creating a legacy that would be remembered for generations to come. His journey as a cultivator and a family man was just beginning, and he looked forward to all the challenges and triumphs that lay ahead.