Chapter 1134: A Gift of Fruit
The Purple Cloud Divine Thunder was a high-rank divine thunder spoken of in legends, possessing the might to tear through space and destroy heaven and earth. The Purple Cloud Sword Talisman in hand, however, had a faint connection to it, demonstrating its rarity and exceptional value.
"I just don't know if it's possible to obtain the methods for crafting two sixth-grade Sword Talismans from the light cluster."
"If that were possible, then in the future, we could make them one of the treasures of the shop."
Among talismans of the same grade, Sword Talismans had the strongest offensive capabilities but were also the most difficult to inscribe. He had previously obtained the "Sword Talisman Commentary" and many experience packages, giving him profound expertise in crafting Sword Talismans.
It was just that the "Sword Talisman Commentary" did not include the methods to craft the sixth-grade Faceless Ice Soul Sword Talisman or Purple Cloud Sword Talisman, therefore, for now, they could only be obtained from the light cluster.
"Initially, through rounds of stimulation and nurturing, I refined a total of seven Thunder Abyss Sword Grass Spirit Seeds. Three were handed over to the Sword Palace, and I still have four."
"The remaining three Thunder Abyss Sword Grass plants aren't far from maturity, but there's no rush to harvest the light cluster yet. I still need to use the Thousand Thunder Sword Grass Seed Condensation Method as a prototype and explore to develop the Thunder Abyss Sword Grass Seed Condensation Method."
Lu Xuan thought to himself.
The two types of Sword Grass were related in lineage, and there was much to reference from their Seed Condensation Methods. Plus, with Lu Xuan able to constantly monitor the minute states of the Spiritual Plants, he didn't have to worry about encountering difficulties during the Seed Condensation process.
He put away the Purple Cloud Sword Talisman and the Thunder Abyss Sword Grass and returned inside his house.
That day, while cultivating in his cave abode, a clear voice came from outside.
"Uncle Lu, are you in your cave abode?"
Lu Xuan's divine sense swept out and immediately noticed Ge Pu standing quietly outside the cave abode.
"This monkey has been so preoccupied with fighting that he didn't even realize we had a visitor."
Lu Xuan's divine sense swept past the White Ape, which was in a deadlock with the Thunder Dragon Behemoth and the Green Mountain Scale. With a thought, his divine sense transformed into an invisible fist and knocked thrice on its head.
"Brother Ge, it has been a while since we've met."
Lu Xuan greeted Ge Pu with a smile when he saw him.
After advancing to the Nascent Soul Realm, he always felt uncertain about how to address the other party. Calling him a Daoist felt somewhat distant, so he continued with the previous address.
Ge Pu and others like Fire Scale Child insisted on adhering to Sect rules, addressing him as Uncle Lu.
The two sides stood by their own terms.
"Eh, Brother Ge, have you broken through to Golden Core Completion?"
Lu Xuan keenly noticed the robust spiritual power emanating from Ge Pu and asked aloud after a sweep of his divine sense.
"I went into closed-door cultivation for several years and had some insights, and luckily, I broke through to Golden Core Completion."
A smile appeared on Ge Pu's face.
"Congratulations, congratulations. Now all that's left is for you to successfully break through to the Nascent Soul."
Lu Xuan Laughed as he welcomed him into the cave abode.
"It's not that easy; not everyone can do it as effortlessly as Uncle Lu."
Ge Pu shook his head and sighed softly.
In comparison to Lu Xuan, who was like a peerless gem, Ge Pu didn't feel the slightest bit complacent after his breakthrough to Golden Core Completion. His mindset remained exceptionally stable.
"This time, I came to consult Uncle Lu about some of the issues I might encounter during my Nascent Soul breakthrough."
After achieving Golden Core Completion, what followed was a long preparation for the Nascent Soul breakthrough. Ge Pu, planning ahead, had decided to pay a visit to Lu Xuan.
Given the friendship between the two, Ge Pu was naturally able to gain much experience from Lu Xuan.
"Alright, then let me share my personal experiences as a reference."
Everyone's preparations for breaking through to the Nascent Soul were different, and Lu Xuan couldn't simply say he brute-forced his way to the Nascent Soul Realm with a few Infant Formation Spirit Objects.
If he were to divulge everything candidly, he might plant a seed in Ge Pu's heart, leading to a great explosion during the Heart Demon Tribulation.
Nevertheless, since he did have practical experience, even if he omitted the few Infant Formation Spirit Objects, there were other aspects that he could discuss.
"Thank you, Uncle Lu, for not sparing your teachings. Ge Someone has benefited immensely."
After a long time, Ge Pu deeply bowed and expressed his gratitude.
In the Sword Sect, there were also some experiences left by predecessors on how to break through to the Nascent Soul Realm, but they were far from being as comprehensive and detailed as Lu Xuan's approach.
"By the way, Brother Ge, I have a Sixth Grade Spirit Fruit that is somewhat related to the Yin Yang Dao. Perhaps it will offer you some insights."
Lu Xuan suddenly said.
Ge Pu was born with Yin Yang eyes and was skilled in various Yin Yang secret techniques. Even his Spirit Beast was a Yin Yang Koi Fish. The Upside-Down Yin and Yang Fruit in his possession could perhaps be of great benefit to him.
The Upside-Down Yin and Yang Fruit was of Sixth Grade, and only of average use to him, but gifting it to Ge Pu could maximize its effectiveness.
He had previously received many favors from the other party, and with his substantial family wealth, he could afford to give away the Spirit Fruit without hesitation.
Soon after, a Spirit Fruit, cleverly merged with black and white hues, appeared in front of Ge Pu.
"Uncle Lu, this is..."
A hint of confusion flashed through Ge Pu's black and white eyes.
"This Spirit Fruit is called the Upside-Down Yin and Yang Fruit. After consuming it, it can produce Yin Yang Two Qi within the body, assisting a 'Cultivator' in comprehending the changes of Yin and Yang."
Lu Xuan briefly explained.
"This is... too precious."
Ge Pu hesitated, then said.
"Our brotherhood in the Sect means there's no need to fuss over such matters."
"If Brother Ge feels embarrassed to accept it, then you can repay me with a rare High-grade Spirit Seed in the future."
Lu Xuan laughed as he spoke.
"Alright, if I have the chance to obtain any rare Spirit Seeds, I will definitely fight to secure one for Uncle Lu."
Ge Pu said resolutely.
To him, the value of the Upside-Down Yin and Yang Fruit was not less than some Seventh Grade Treasure Items. He secretly resolved to find a Seventh Grade Spirit Seed for Lu Xuan.
Three months later, the remaining three plants of the Thunder Abyss Sword Grass all succeeded in Condensing Seed.
Since it was his first time condensing such a type of Spirit Seed and much was still in the exploratory stage, the number of Spirit Seeds produced was not very high, totaling only eleven.
"I wonder how the three plants of Thunder Abyss Sword Grass are doing at the Sword Palace."
"The Method of Seed Condensation I initially provided was just theoretical—though the general direction was correct, some details could still be adjusted."
"It's the perfect opportunity to bring the second edition of the Condense Seed Technique to them, along with five newly condensed Spirit Seeds."
Lu Xuan pondered privately.
He immediately went to the Sword Palace, entered the Spiritual Plant Hall, and looked for Li Xuanchen.
"Junior Brother Lu, what brings you here today?"
After the auction, the relations between the two had rapidly improved, and they would occasionally enjoy a drink of Spirit Brew together, discussing their cultivation insights regarding Cultivating Spiritual Plants.
"Elder Li, how are the three Thunder Abyss Sword Grass plants that I gave to the Sword Palace progressing?"
"Quite well. They were entrusted to a Nascent Soul Elder in the Sword Palace, who is both adept in Thunder Method and Sword Dao, and especially skilled in Cultivating Sword Grass."
"They are nearing maturity now, and there are also several people currently studying the Method of Seed Condensation that Junior Brother Lu left behind."
Li Xuanchen pondered for a moment, then slowly said.
"I've also been fortunate enough to improve upon and produce a few Thunder Abyss Sword Grass Spirit Seeds, which I have just recently condensed. I've brought a few to the Sword Palace."
Five Spirit Seeds of Silver White Sword Grass, wrapped in lightning, appeared in Lu Xuan's hand.
"Also, during the condensation process, I have gained a deeper understanding of certain details, which I would also like to share with the Sword Palace."
He spoke sincerely.
"Junior Brother Lu truly lives up to his reputation in the Sword Sect for being renowned for Cultivating Spiritual Plants. You've managed to cultivate mature plants and successfully condense the Spirit Seeds before us."
Li Xuanchen couldn't help but express his admiration.