Chapter 200: Chapter 198: For the Sect, a Little Sacrifice is
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“For instance, if you plant Sword Grass in a spiritual environment rich in Fire spirit, and nourish it with intense fire sword intent, the matured Sword Grass could possibly contain burning effects.”
“After repeated experiments over generations, the Sword Grass species can be improved.”
Shen Ye’s expression softened a bit as he continued:
“However, the improvement of Sword Grass is much more difficult than that of ordinary Spirit Plants. After all, during the planting process, the normal Sword Grass requires Sword Qi for nourishment and stimulation. If you are trying to improve the species, the Sword Qi and Sword Intent used for experimentation might damage the Sword Grass plants.”
Lu Xuan nodded, his expression filled with doubt.
“Brother Shen, according to what you have said, why didn’t the Sword Grass I cultivated a long time ago, which was nourished by the Golden Sword Technique, show any abnormal state after maturation?”
“There are many factors in play.”
“Firstly, Junior Brother Lu, you cultivated in the Loose Repair Market, where even the most basic pure spiritual power cannot be guaranteed, let alone a special spiritual environment.”
“Secondly, the Sword Qi used by you to cultivate Sword Grass is the Golden Sword Technique, which is a first-grade technique, pretty strenuous to use for cultivating two-grade Sword Grass.
Apart from that, if my guess is correct, Junior Brother Lu, your mastery of the Golden Sword Technique in the cultivation of Sword Grass had not reached the current grandmaster realm, therefore affecting the final quality of the Sword Grass.”
“Of course, it’s not entirely without effect. If I remember correctly, the Sword Grass in your hand is even sharper and sturdier than ordinary Sword Grass, probably influenced by the Golden Sword Technique.”
Lu Xuan nodded lightly, indicating understanding.
What Shen Ye said was true, his Golden Sword Technique at the grandmaster level was indeed achieved through continuous absorption of Experience Packages.”
“By the way, Junior Brother Lu, apart from mastering the Golden Sword Technique, have you practiced any other sword techniques?”
“After advancing to the Foundation Establishment realm, I chose the ‘Four Seasons Sword Art’ in the Scripture Treasury Pavilion.”
Lu Xuan answered truthfully.
“Four Seasons Sword Art… is a somewhat superior Sword Art, full of unending variations, hard to guard against, and it’s quite suitable for cultivating Sword Grass.”
The gentle Cultivator affirmed.
“With Junior Brother Lu’s talent in Sword Dao, I believe you could quickly practice that Sword Art to a profound realm. By then, you will be able to cultivate higher quality Sword Grass.”
Shen Ye looked at Lu Xuan with anticipation.
“I appreciate Brother’s high regard, but my talent in Sword Dao isn’t much in the Sect.”
Lu Xuan forced a smile.
“Junior Brother, you’re too modest. To practice a first-grade Sword Technique to the grandmaster level during the Qi Practicing Stage isn’t an easy task anywhere.”
“That’s because I absorbed quite a lot of Experience Packages…”
Lu Xuan was at a loss for words. This was the first time someone had definitively stated that he had outstanding talent in Sword Dao.
“Let’s just accept the Sword Dao genius title. After all, I’m growing Sword Grass and nurturing Sword Gourd now, the reward from the light cluster will definitely have something to do with the sword. It should be able to produce some Sword Art Experience Packages… maybe?”
He was a bit nervous in his heart. He had to plant the Sword Grass he had promised, whether he liked it or not.
Luckily, he still had the third-grade Sword Dao treasure, the Sword of Wind and Thunder Pellet in his Dantian, which was completely capable of dealing with the current situation.
While Shen Ye was leisurely chatting with Lu Xuan, he was also introducing him to the layout of Sword Hall and its rules.
“Since Junior Brother, you’ve already broken through to the Foundation Establishment realm, I will formally introduce you to the Sword Hall. Are you willing, Junior Brother Lu?”
After strolling around for a while, Shen Ye asked Lu Xuan in a gentle voice.
“I’d be delighted.”
Being able to gradually access the core secrets of Sky Sword Sect and cultivate the rare Spirit Plants like Sword Grass and Sword Peacock, Lu Xuan naturally had no objections and agreed on the spot.
Shen Ye was highly appreciative of Lu Xuan, accompanying him all the way, and managing all the procedures for him at the fastest speed.
“Welcome Junior Brother Lu to join the Sword Hall.”
“The Sword Hall holds a supreme status, presided over by two Core Formation Elders. Although I hold the position of the Sishen Hall Master, I also bear the responsibility of being the deputy head of the Sword Hall. If Junior Brother Lu needs anything in the future, feel free to contact me.”
“Thankyou, Brother Shen.”
Lu Xuan quickly thanked him, growing more fond of Shen Ye.
With control over the Spirit Seeds and formation methods of the Agricultural Department Hall, a key position in the Sword Hall – a critical part of the sect – and a Foundation Establishment Late-term Cultivation level, Shen Ye’s status had dramatically risen in Lu Xuan’s heart.
Second only to the Little Luan Bird and the White Jade Monkey.
“Junior Brother Lu, these are ten Spirit Sword Grass Seeds, it’s the number of Spirit Seeds every newcomer to the Sword Hall can get.”
“You can cultivate them in the Sword Hall, or plant them in your own Spirit Field, but once matured, they need to be handed over to the Sword Hall. Of course, the Hall wouldn’t ask you to work for nothing; they will offer you some Sword Marks as a reward.”
“Based on the number, quality, and improvement effects of the Sword Grass submitted when mature, the Sword Hall will decide the number of Spirit Seeds you can receive next time, and whether they will teach you the cultivation methods of higher-ranked Sword Grass.”
“Cultivating ten stalks of Sword Grass can interfere with your regular cultivation, so I’m sorry you’ll have to go through this.”
Ten long grey-black seeds shaped like swords floated in front of Lu Xuan.
“What?”
Lu Xuan was stunned for a moment, unable to react.
“Paying with Sword Marks to have me cultivate Sword Grass, and get a Light Cluster reward?”
“Where can I find such a great opportunity?”
He solemnly accepted the ten Spirit Sword Grass Seeds and, with deep veneration, declared.
“For the sect, these small sacrifices are nothing.”
Upon hearing this, Shen Ye couldn’t help but feel a profound respect for Lu Xuan. Seeing his choice just made him look more agreeable.
Shen Ye was quite interested in cultivating Sword Grass, but there was no way he would sacrifice his own cultivation time to cultivate spiritual plants.
Therefore, he admired Lu Xuan’s decision.
After a stroll around the Sword Hall, Shen Ye personally escorted Lu Xuan out of the Sword Hall Formation once he had received the ten Spirit Sword Grass Seeds, and watched as he flew away on a Spirit Crane.
Back at the foot of the mountains, Lu Xuan slightly moved, and threads of wisps appeared and disappeared. Lu Xuan activated the Flowing Light Formation and entered the peak.
Several breaths later, he was back in his courtyard.
Obtaining ten Spirit Sword Grass Seeds for free put him in a good mood, making his steps feel a lot lighter.
Lu Xuan entered the house and placed the ten Spirit Sword Grass Seeds on the table.
“I never thought that one day, cultivating spiritual plants could result in such generous rewards.”
Even though the mature Sword Grass needed to be returned to the Sword Hall, at least all light clusters that appeared during the cultivation process belonged to him.
With his cultivation experience of many spirit plants, the Light Cluster reward was generally more valuable than the Spirit Plants themselves.
“I must show outstanding performance to strive for more higher-ranked Sword Grass Spirit Seeds.”
Lu Xuan made a firm resolution in his heart.
“During the cultivation process, I can try to nourish and stimulate the Sword Grass with different Sword Qi, striving to cultivate Variant Sword Grass.”
“Compared to fellow disciples of Sword Hall, I have a natural advantage – by understanding the immediate status of Sword Grass, I can stimulate the plant without harming the spirit plant.”
“Therefore, I can guarantee that all Sword Grass will mature intact. During the cultivation process, I can continuously make fine adjustments, increasing the chance of Sword Grass variation.”
“Right now, the only issue is that my comprehension and training in ‘Four Seasons Sword Art’ is not profound enough.”
Lu Xuan thought to himself when suddenly, a bright idea flashed across his mind.