Tian Lei wiped the sweat from his forehead and leaned back, admiring the glowing herb field. The air was rich with spiritual fragrance, and the once-dull garden now looked like a painting come alive.
He smiled faintly. "If I can grow herbs like this, the Alchemy Elder will have to notice me," he muttered. "And once he does, I'll get a chance to move up—maybe even become an official Alchemy Disciple."
Rolling his shoulders, he checked the soil's spiritual flow one last time. Everything was stable—balanced, even thriving. The Spirit Rebirth Technique had done more than just revive the plants; it had made the entire garden hum with gentle life force.
"Alright," he said, dusting off his hands. "Now I just need proof."
He plucked a few of the glowing herbs, placed them neatly in a basket, and started toward the collection hall. The servant disciples nearby stopped their work as he passed.
