I Practice Farming While the Rest Cultivates

"It really was a torturous fate..."

Lu Xuan reflected in his heart.

Initially, when the territory of the Thunder Behemoth was unexpectedly revealed, Jin Yao True Monarch had spent a lot of favors to invite two Nascent Soul Loose Cultivators. He had thought they would be able to kill the aged Green Horn Thunder Son in one fell swoop, yet he hadn't expected Lu Xuan, the human traitor, to intervene.

He had first matured the Sixth Grade Sky Origin Fruit, obtaining the Seventh Grade Tortoise-Crane Yuan Pill and allowing the Green Horn Thunder Son to extend its life by several hundred years, returning to its peak, and withstanding the onslaught of Jin Yao True Monarch and three other Nascent Soul Cultivators alone.

"I wonder what Jin Yao True Monarch would think if he knew the role I played in it."

"However, at that time, I was just a nameless Junior Cultivator, blending in among the many Cultivators drawn there, completely inconspicuous, perhaps not even leaving any impression on Jin Yao True Monarch."

Lu Xuan's mind raced, and he relaxed, with a flicker of his figure, he arrived at the entrance of the Cave Abode.

"So it is Jin Yao True Monarch, Lu Mou has long admired Daoist."

"Forgive me for not welcoming you from afar, I hope Daoist will understand."

He smiled and welcomed Jin Yao True Monarch into the Cave Abode.

"Daoist Jin, this is a Spirit Brew I personally brewed called Green Condensation Dew, it tastes quite good, please give it a try."

Lu Xuan brought over the Spirit Fruit Spirit Brew, cordially inviting him.

"Daoist Lu is too polite. Your Spirit Brew is well-known throughout the Central Continent."

Jin Yao True Monarch's majestic face revealed a hint of a smile.

The two chatted briefly.

During the conversation, Jin Yao True Monarch marveled at the speed of Lu Xuan's cultivation, without touching on the scene of their meeting at that moment.

"Jin Mou came here mainly to get to know Daoist Lu."

Jin Yao True Monarch slowly stated.

"Lu Mou has always adhered to a cultivation attitude of benevolence towards others, and it is my honor to meet Daoist Jin."

Lu Xuan said with a slight smile.

Every Cultivator was a potential customer who could bring him Spiritual Seeds, and as long as no major conflicts of interest were involved, he indeed came off as extremely friendly.

"It is also Jin Mou's honor," said Jin Yao True Monarch, pausing before continuing,

"Moreover, I would like to share a great opportunity with Daoist Lu."

"Oh? Please elaborate, Daoist Jin."

Curiosity flickered across Lu Xuan's face, though he grew slightly vigilant inside.

"It's like this."

"Jin Mou recently found an undeveloped, abandoned Blessed Land deep in the nearby Void. After investigating for over ten years, I learned the general method of entry and that it is closely linked to a fallen Great Sect from the ancient times."

"Therefore, I invited a few Nascent Soul Loose Cultivators to explore the abandoned Blessed Land together. Hearing that Daoist Lu had returned to the Liyang Region, I wanted to come and invite you to join."

Jin Yao True Monarch looked at Lu Xuan and said in a grave tone.

"Thank you for the trust, Daoist Jin."

"However, Lu Mou is puzzled. By all accounts, Daoist Jin knows no small number of Nascent Soul True Monarchs, so why would you want to invite me?"

Lu Xuan pondered for a moment, then directly asked.

"It's true that I know a few Nascent Soul Cultivators, but most of them are from Sects. Once it gets out, it might become a scenario where they monopolize that Blessed Land."

"As for inviting Daoist Lu, firstly, it is because of the trust in your character. You have lived in the Sky Star Cave for many years and have an excellent reputation; you are a great potential collaborator."

"Secondly, although you are also from the Dongxuan Sword Sect, the Sword Sect is far too distant from the Cloud Void Domain, which in some respects, makes you akin to a Loose Cultivator."

"Lastly, it is the recognition of your strength. Daoist Lu has cultivated for many years within the Sword Sect, and even though you've only just advanced to Nascent Soul, you are not someone ordinary Nascent Soul Cultivators can compare to."

Lu Xuan nodded slightly, already having made a decision in his heart, but he outwardly adopted a thoughtful pose.

"Daoist Jin might have misunderstood."

"The reason Lu Mou was able to enter the Dongxuan Sword Sect and break through to Nascent Soul with the help of the Sect has little to do with my own cultivation talent or strength; it mainly relied on my mastery in Spirit Plants."

"Thus, aside from being proficient in several Sword Sect techniques, Lu Mou is not skilled in combat."

"Moreover, I plan to return to the Sword Sect soon, so I can only apologize to Daoist."

Lu Xuan politely declined.

He didn't know how many treasures he had obtained from the Light Cluster, and he had long lost interest in exploring secret lands seeking opportunities. Besides, Jin Yao True Monarch's visit this time bore a hint of oddity, making it completely unnecessary for him to risk entering that abandoned Blessed Land.

"If you truly want to search for an abandoned Blessed Land, you could entirely enter the East Wasteland to find those left by the Sky Sword Sect."

He quietly thought to himself.

"That would be a pity."

Jinyao True Monarch shook his head and did not elaborate further.

After a casual conversation, he stood to take his leave.

Lu Xuan saw him out of the Cave Abode, watching until his figure had completely disappeared, then a pure white flower stealthily emerged in his hand.

In the center of the flower, the Flower Charm Slave transformed into a shadow and merged into the Void.

On the petals, the scene it had observed was revealed.

Jinyao True Monarch was extremely fast, covering hundreds of miles in just a few breaths.

As Lu Xuan was about to call back the Flower Charm Slave, his movements suddenly froze.

He saw an old man with white hair and a youthful face emerge from a flash of lightning, meeting up with Jinyao True Monarch. After a few exchanges of Divine Sense between them, they left together.

"It's a pity the Flower Charm Slave couldn't find out what they talked about."

Lu Xuan said regretfully.

"Regardless of what Jinyao True Monarch's intentions are, as long as I stay out of the game, it won't affect me."

"As for ambushes in the Void, not to mention whether they could discover my tracks or keep up with the Giant Sword Boat, if they really intercept me mid-way, I'll show them the might of an Ordinary Spirit Plant Master."

He silently reflected.

Even when he was still at the Condensing Pill Realm, he was confident he could escape from the hands of a Primordial Infant Cultivator. After ascending to the Nascent Soul Stage, both his Divine Sense and internal mana had greatly improved, and with the continuous addition of various high-rank treasures and Divine Secret Skills, he felt confident facing several Early Nascent Soul Stage cultivators together.

"It's time to return to the Sword Sect."

Lu Xuan stayed a little over a month longer, instructed the ghost-like enemy named Thunder and the Grass Puppets to guard the Cave Abode well, then quietly left the Cloud Void Domain, entering the endless Void.

The anticipated ambush did not occur, which reassured Lu Xuan but also gave rise to some regret.

After drifting in the Void for over a month, he finally reached the perimeter of the Ten Directions Annihilation Sword Array.

"Master! You're back! I've missed you so much!"

Upon entering the Cave Abode and hearing the familiar, shrill voice of White Ape, Lu Xuan felt completely relaxed.

"It feels safer to stay within the Sword Sect."

He looked at White Ape, Fat Bird, Thunder Dragon Behemoth, and other Spirit Beasts gathering around him, pulling various Spirit Fruits and Spirit Grasses from his Storage Bag.

"Come, come, I've brought some delicious treats for you!"

The Spirit Beasts excitedly gathered around, with more than ten Tree Mothers surrounding Lu Xuan, chirping their affection and respect.

After settling the Spirit Beasts, Lu Xuan did not rest and immediately headed to the center of the Spirit Field.

"Good, good, the Inch Wood hasn't created enough spatial cracks to escape."

Seeing the three Inch Woods, Lu Xuan finally felt at ease.

He used his Pupil Skill and with the help of Divine Sense, the fine spatial cracks spreading around immediately had nowhere to hide. Then, drawing on the spatial force within the Inch Wood, he eliminated all the spatial cracks one by one.

After nurturing the Inch Wood, Lu Xuan then moved to the Ten Thousand Forged Spirit Wood and used a forging technique furiously to refine the spirit wood, thoroughly satisfying its masochistic tendencies.

Finally, arriving at the center of the Sword Grass Spirit Field where the Unlimited Freedom Sword Grass and Frosted Soul Light Sword Grass were planted, he carefully examined the state of the two Seventh Grade Sword Grasses, nurturing them meticulously.

"High-grade Spirit Seeds of the Seventh Grade are really scarce, it looks like it's time to prepare for a new auction by gathering the efforts of various Cultivators to see if it can bring some Seventh or even Eighth Grade Spirit Seeds or the Method of Seed Condensation, and other related Spirit Plant treasures."

Seventh Grade Sword Grass Spirit Seeds, born from Heart Sword Lake and the Sect Cave Heaven, were not common, and he also faced competition from other formidable sect members.

He had already obtained two seeds; obtaining the next one would be much harder otherwise it would be difficult to stop the incessant criticisms.

"There are quite a few Seventh Grade Spiritual Medicines and even some Seventh Grade Spirit Plants available; however, obtaining Spirit Seeds or saplings will be the most challenging in the short term."

"After collecting so many treasures and advancing to the Nascent Soul Realm, I can host an even larger private auction."

"Otherwise, holding onto so many treasures without a use for them, it would be somewhat wasteful."

Lu Xuan thought, indulging in a bit of extravagance.

"In my personal capacity, invite some fellow disciples from the Sword Sect and Primordial Infant Cultivators from the surrounding sects."

"Also, I could utilize the Sea Tower Chamber of Commerce, whose reach extends across various realms, to promote the treasures at the auction and attract as many Condensing Pill and Nascent Soul Cultivators as possible."

He quickly made plans in his mind.