Chapter 87
The appearance of the Hidden Spirit Robe and the Xun-Lei Sword Pill boosted Lu Xuan's confidence considerably, providing ample energy for cultivating spirit plants.
One day, a gentle voice suddenly echoed outside the courtyard.
"Is Lu Dao-you here?"
Lu Xuan opened the courtyard door to find two advanced cultivators standing outside. The leader was an elegant scholar with a warm smile, while the other had a scar resembling a centipede on his face, emitting a faint malevolent aura.
"Are you Lu Xuan, Dao-you?" the scholarly man asked with a smile.
"Yes, I am," Lu Xuan confirmed.
"You are younger than I expected, yet your expertise in cultivating spirit plants is profound for your age. Your future is limitless," the scholar praised.
"And who might you both be?" Lu Xuan inquired, puzzled.
"I am Wang Ruhai from the Lin Yangfang Wang Family, and this is Li Jianfeng, a guest cultivator of our family."
"We've come with a request. We'd like to invite you to visit a newly discovered hidden realm," the scholar said with a smile.
Lu Xuan furrowed his brow upon hearing this. "I usually keep to myself. How did you find me?" he asked.
"You're being modest. With your expertise in cultivating spirit plants, it's hard to remain hidden," the scholar replied. "The Wang Family sought out plant cultivators in the market and learned about your skill from an alchemist at the Hundred Herbs Hall. So, we came to extend the invitation directly."
Upon hearing this, Lu Xuan sighed inwardly. It seemed the alchemist from the Hundred Herbs Hall either wanted to impress the Wang Family or saw some benefit in recommending Lu Xuan. But regardless of the motives, it contradicted his initial intentions.
"I've heard the Wang Family already has a good grasp of that new hidden realm. Is there a need for a plant cultivator?" he asked.
"Our family discovered a peculiar area in the realm, where exotic second-grade spirit plants grow alongside some sinister flora. It's challenging to distinguish them from the outside. Additionally, there are parasitic insects. Hence, we require higher-level plant cultivators to identify, separate, exterminate the pests, and harvest," Wang Ruhai explained.
Lu Xuan nodded, feigning contemplation, displaying a hint of hesitation on his face.
"I'm grateful for the Wang Family's regard, but I'm merely an independent cultivator with humble abilities. I'm afraid I might not be up to the task," Lu Xuan replied hesitantly.
With advanced Qi cultivation, the Golden Sword Technique, the Red Thread Needle, the Crimson Scale Armor, Sword Grass, talismans, and various other treasures, Lu Xuan felt confident.
"So, I'll go as a renowned plant cultivator from the Lin Yangfang market," he decided.
In the spirit field, he quickly harvested the remaining ninety-five Glowfire Grass.
He wasn't concerned about being seen, concealing the resulting talismans and elixirs covertly into his storage bag. His cultivation surged, masked by the Hidden Spirit Robe.
As it wasn't the ideal time for harvesting, the quality of the Glowfire Grass ranged from ordinary to good. Nonetheless, not knowing when he'd return, he preferred enhancing his strength in advance.
Ninety-five orbs granted him over a decade's worth of cultivation rewards, propelling Lu Xuan to the eighth Qi cultivation level.
Moreover, he acquired dozens of first-grade talismans, various experiences in botanical techniques, and elemental cultivation.
The remaining third-grade spirit plants were too valuable to move. Hence, Lu Xuan transplanted the Dragonvine and Illusory Smoke Fruit into his life-sustaining pouch to maintain their vitality.
The Pure Snow Lotus and Copper Bone Bamboo, among other first and second-grade plants, remained in the spirit field.
"Do you want to come with me? You might need to stay in the life-sustaining pouch during the journey," he asked the Cloud-Stepping Lynx at his feet.
Without hesitation, the Lynx nodded and allowed itself to be placed in a grey-black pouch, feeling uncomfortable.
"During my absence, take good care of the spirit field, especially ensuring the Iron-Clawed Crabs don't escape," he instructed while embedding three spirit stones into the Grass Puppet's massive tumor-like head.
Using a telepathic symbol, he instructed the Grass Puppet repeatedly.
Slightly reassured, he sent a voice-transmission symbol to Steward He, asking him to check the courtyard frequently.
Opening the Mist Concealment Formation, dense white mist enveloped the courtyard.
Lu Xuan walked out, nodding lightly to Wang Ruhai and his companion waiting outside.
"Please take care of me, both of you," he said.
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