Chapter 253 Illusion Sound Bamboo_l
Translator: 549690339
“They’re all the main ingredients for refining elixirs, well worthy of the spirit seeds provided by the Dan Palace.”
Lu Xuan quietly exclaimed.
His spiritual power surged and wisps of white mist emerged from his spirit field, then threads of Spirit Rain slowly fell and soaked into the Primordial Essence Herb and the Five Elements Fruit Spirit Seed.
After absorbing enough Spirit Rain, a rainbow of spiritual energy began to slowly move within the Five Elements Fruit Spirit Seed, as if it was about to burst from its shell.
The outer appearance of the Primordial Essence Herb Spirit Seed did not seem to change. Only by searching with one’s Spiritual Sense could one perceive the vigorous vitality concealed within the seed.
After planting the two spirit plants, Lu Xuan also took a look at the nearby Water Glow Grass.
The growth of more than eighty sprouts of Water Glow Grass was good. The slender azure blue leaves that were two feet long and packed closely together looked like an upside-down sky. Plus, the sparkling glow dots that were incessantly flashing on the blades made the entire grass seem as romantic and splendid as a starry sky.
Lu Xuan felt happy as these Water Glow Grasses were the keys to his advancement in Cultivation Level.
More than eighty plants, even if only three-fourths of them could provide Cultivation Level rewards, it could significantly increase his nearly stagnant cultivation level.
After taking good care of the Water Glow Grass, Lu Xuan continued to patrol his Spirit Field.
All ten Sword Grass plants growing on different parts of the peak were all straight and pointing to the sky. Eight of them had the four types of Sword Qi from “Four Seasons Sword Art” perfectly infused into them by Lu Xuan.
The other two were successfully mutated using the Nurturing Xuan Sword Sheath. One Sword Grass was nurtured by the Red Flame Sword Qi stimulated by the Red Flame Sword, while the last third-grade Wind and Thunder Sword Grass were well stimulated and nurtured by the Edge Sword of Wind and Thunder shot from his Dantian.
In the Earth Fire Stream, the Earthfire Heart Lotus was washed by the hot magma without a hitch; its irregular pale red crystal stem became even brighter.
On its fiery red leaves, it seemed like red magma was flowing in the veins of varying width. At the center, a slowly spinning red lotus that varied in shade was making sure every part of it fully enjoyed the wash of magma.
The Phoenix Wood overhead, looking as if it was charred, had a red lotus formed by a Red Lotus Flame. Though smaller in size than before, the phoenix illusion inside it became somewhat more solid, freely flying within the petals of the flower.
“It shouldn’t be long before this third-grade Red Lotus Flame will be wholly absorbed by the Phoenix Wood. Fortunately, I have planted plenty of Flaming Fruits and there are still two Red Lotus Flames inside the light cluster left to be unlocked, enough for some time.”
Lu Xuan flew out of the cave and returned to his house.
For the next dozen days or so, he stayed on the peak to cultivate Spirit Plants and nurture Spirit Beasts. He only occasionally went out to gather with fellow disciples, and specifically inquired if there were any exchange events organized by Inner Sect Disciples in the near future.
He had been thinking about the Same-heart Demon, which was extremely suitable for cultivating Holy Baby Fruits.
Fortunately, he learned from a fellow disciple not far from the cave mansion that a True Disciple would host an exchange event in a few days. It would include a session for exchanging treasures.
Lu Xuan marked the days and arrived on time at the location of the small treasure exchange event.
A towering, fiery red peak rose into the clouds. Stepping into it, a faint scent of sulfur hit his face, making Lu Xuan feel as if he had immersed himself in a warm world.
He followed a Foundation Establishment Mid-term cultivator to the front of a dark red stone gate.
Outside the stone gate, a child dressed in a bright red robe, with many lifelike patterns of ancient exotic beasts painted on it, stood in front of it. It seemed as if he was connected to the entire mountain peak, and the heavy clouds of fire overhead seemed to contract and expand in rhythm with the child’s breath.
Despite his seemingly innocent age, Lu Xuan did not dare to underestimate the child and respectfully came forward to greet him.
“Elder Brother Huo.”
“I don’t recognize this junior brother. This must be his first time visiting my mansion. May I ask your name?”
The child’s voice was remarkably calm and steady, unlike his apparent age.
His name is Fire Scale Child, born with a Fire Spirit Body. He is one of the seventeen True Disciples of the Sky Sword Sect, having a high probability to advance to Golden Core Real People.
“Elder Brother Huo can just call me Junior Brother Lu.”
“So it’s Junior Brother Lu, please come in and rest awhile.”
Lu Xuan nodded, entering the dark-red stone door.
Guided by a petite and attractive fire spirit, he arrived at a spacious hall.
The hall was extravagantly decorated, the flooring made from fire-series spirit ores, and it was adorned with various rare treasures. Some delicate young girls were wandering around, serving guests spiritual fruit and spiritual tea.
Lu Xuan chose a relatively secluded spot to sit down and carefully observed his surroundings.
Currently, there were more than twenty Foundation Establishment Cultivators in the hall, including some at the Foundation Establishment Late-term. Lu Xuan even spotted Yang Qing Feng, the one who had been cuckolded by his Ink- Scaled Jiao (Dragon Serpent), in the distance.
In addition, there were three people he had casual acquaintances with; either they lived near his mountain peak and occasionally paid a visit, or they were fellow enthusiasts like Liu Su, with whom he had exchanged experiences in cultivating spirit plants and spirit beasts.
He greeted the cultivators he recognized and then sat comfortably on the fiery red jade chair, enjoying the spiritual fruit and spiritual tea.
Once the hall had gathered more than thirty Inner Sect Disciples, a ball of fire suddenly appeared at the front of the hall, and a child dressed in a large red robe walked out of the fire.
“Alright, the time has come. Those who would honor me by attending the little gathering I organized should be all of you fellow disciples.”
The child cupped his hands and continued speaking.
“As usual, we will start with an exchange, discussing cultivation techniques, experiences in alchemy and tool refining, and any major issues in the Cultivation World.”
“Then comes the portion you all probably look forward to the most, the artifact exchange.”
“There are two fellow disciples here for the first time, so let me briefly explain the rules.”
“During the artifact exchange, we adhere to the principle of free exchange. You can voluntarily go on stage, display your treasure, and state the type of treasure you wish to exchange for.”
The only rule is to prohibit forced buying and selling, everything else is freedom.”
Having briefly stated the rules, Fire Child let the crowd began to mingle.
Small groups of three to five people gathered together, discussing and researching either based on their Cultivation Level or background resources.
Throughout the process, Lu Xuan was simply blending in, only occasionally expressing an opinion when it came to Sword Dao.
Also, when there were three people discussing cultivating spiritual plants, he said a few more words, making acquaintance with new fellow cultivator enthusiasts.
In no time, four hours passed, the discussions slowly subsided, and the Fire Child announced the beginning of the artifact exchange.
“It’s finally starting.”
Lu Xuan was invigorated, watching a Foundation Establishment First-term fellow disciple take the stage.
His main goal for coming here was to acquire spirit seeds and spirit beast hatchlings. Secondly, he wanted to see if there was an opportunity to get a Same-heart Demon, as well as other ranks or types of Strange Fires.
Not until almost the tenth person did an Inner Sect Disciple finally present the item he needed.
“Greetings fellow disciples, I have an Illusion Sound Bamboo knot in my hand. It can cultivate the rare and scarce fourth grade spirit plant, Illusion Sound Bamboo. I hope to exchange it for a third-grade attack magic artifact, or fourth-grade materials, charms, and so on.”