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Chapter 1001: The Tree Mother's Plea
Chapter 1001: The Tree Mother's Plea
After breaking through to Perfected Core Formation, Lu Xuan displayed his Golden Silk Thunder Robe Mystic Technique, adding an extra layer of protection to his body while concealing his spiritual energy.
"The remaining two Primordial Spirit Ginsengs can wait a while longer before harvesting their Radiant Orbs."
"Once they've matured, we can start mass cultivation, and that's when we'll be able to rapidly enhance our cultivation."
He then inspected the other Spirit Plants in his Mystic Mansion.
The Pure Yang Golden Lotus, Five Elements Illusionary Fruit, Dragon Transformation Grass, and the rare Sixth Stage Yellow Rice Wood had all entered a phase of rapid growth, while the Cloud-Shattering Bamboo and Crimson Flame Persimmon were thriving.
After tending to all the Spirit Plants, Lu Xuan recalled Guo Bingqiu's invitation from some time ago and decided to visit his Mystic Mansion.
"Welcome, Lu Daoist friend," the gathered Core Formation True Men greeted Lu Xuan, rising to their feet with eager smiles, their words carrying a hint of flattery.
Before becoming an Inner Sect Disciple of Cave Profound Sword Sect, Lu Xuan was a loose cultivator and Spirit Herb Master, and although he had some status as a guest of the merchant guild, the attitude of others towards him could only be described as equal and respectful.
However, after becoming an Inner Sect Disciple, the attitudes of all the familiar cultivators had changed dramatically, and their words and actions now exuded friendliness.
"Please forgive my late arrival, fellow Daoists," Lu Xuan said with a smile, bowing his hands.
"Don't say that, Lu Daoist friend, we've only just arrived ourselves," one of them replied.
"Besides, as a disciple of the Sword Sect, you must be diligently cultivating, and with the added task of cultivating Spirit Plants, you're surely busier than us loose cultivators," another added.
About a dozen Core Formation Cultivators gathered, tasting Spirit Fruits and Spirit Brews, exchanging cultivation insights, and discussing the latest happenings in the cultivation world.
"Fellow Daoists, have you heard of any new developments in the Tree Realm within the Azurewood Star Cave?" Lei Zheng suddenly asked.
Lu Xuan paused, holding his jade cup, and listened intently.
"I heard that the Tree Realm Gateway, after years of development, has become completely stable, significantly reducing the difficulty for cultivators to enter. Even Foundation Establishment Cultivators can now venture into the Tree Realm to seek opportunities," Guo Bingqiu said casually.
His injuries from helping clear the Celestial Star Cave of demons had mostly healed, and as the cultivator with the highest cultivation among them, he held great prestige.
"Daoist Guo, that's not what I'm referring to," Lei Zheng said.
"According to rumors, a Primordial Spirit True Monarch accidentally discovered a tree spirit in the center of the Tree Realm, a spirit with profound strength, rivaling even that of a Nascent Soul. It can possess countless Plant Demons within the Tree Realm."
"It's said that if one can subdue it, it can be fused into a Magical Tool, becoming its tool spirit, greatly enhancing its spirituality and potentially allowing it to advance to a High-Rank Magical Tool."
"Alas, that's beyond our reach," the cultivators discussed among themselves.
"Could this tree spirit, capable of possessing countless forms, be the Profound Apex Tree Mother?" Lu Xuan wondered silently.
"Even without the thought of capturing the ancient tree spirit, the Tree Realm is still worth a visit."
"In the past, only a handful of people have entered, making the cultivation resources within extremely abundant."
"Various Wood-type Treasured Artifacts, exotic Plant Demons, and hundreds, if not thousands, of Spirit Herbs are readily available."
A tall, young cultivator spoke slowly.
"With the Gateway now stable, it's the perfect opportunity to explore," Lei Zheng chuckled.
The cultivators were intrigued by the mysterious Tree Realm, and they discussed the possibilities of exploration.
"I wonder if the Profound Apex Tree Mother can escape this fate," Lu Xuan thought to himself.
He had met the Profound Apex Tree Mother on several occasions and even obtained the Luminous Ancient Grass Spirit Seed from her as a reward for nurturing the Tree Maidens.
"Having experienced the life-threatening situation with the Azure Horn Thunder Beast, I'm hesitant to take risks by prematurely maturing the Spirit Plant to solve its problem."
"Fellow Daoist Lu, are you interested in entering the Tree Realm?" Guo Bingqiu suddenly turned and asked during Lu Xuan's contemplation.
"I've heard that there aren't many demonic beasts or evil spirits inside, so it should be relatively safe."
Lu Xuan was deep in thought when Guo Bingqiu's question interrupted him.
"If it's not too dangerous, I'm a bit curious. If given the chance, I'd like to take a look and see if I can find some rare Spirit Herbs."
Lu Xuan's expression showed a hint of curiosity.
The topic of the Azurewood Star Tree Realm was just a brief interlude, and soon the group moved on to other subjects.
After the gathering, Lu Xuan returned to his Mystic Mansion.
Although he was concerned about the safety of the Profound Apex Tree Mother, he didn't feel the need to interfere.
After all, this involved the Primordial Spirit realm, and even if he offered assistance, it wouldn't significantly impact the situation.
He adjusted his mindset and focused on nurturing Spirit Plants and raising Spirit Beasts.
Two months passed in the blink of an eye.
One day, as Lu Xuan was cultivating Spirit Plants, he suddenly sensed something unusual within his Mystic Mansion.
Wisps of Pure Spirit Qi emanated from numerous Spirit Plants, converging around one of the Little Tree Maidens.
As the Little Tree Maiden absorbed more and more Pure Spirit Qi, emerald green patterns appeared on her snowy white skin.
The emerald patterns spread rapidly, soon covering her entire body, and an incredibly fresh and natural aura emanated from within her.
"Is this a breakthrough?" Lu Xuan's heart filled with joy.
During their growth, Tree Maidens needed to absorb the spiritual energy from Spirit Plants, and they could also alter the surrounding spiritual environment, which was highly beneficial for the cultivation of Spirit Plants. They could even channel the absorbed spiritual energy back into the plants.
Lu Xuan's Mystic Mansion was filled with Sixth Stage Spirit Plants, and he had also cultivated many Seventh Stage Spirit Plants in the past. Currently, he had two types: the Ethereal Wood Thunder Vine and the Azure Dragon Wood. In such an environment, the Tree Maiden's growth rate was exceptionally fast.
Just as Lu Xuan was about to approach and calm her, reaping a Radiant Orb as a reward, a profound and mysterious aura suddenly surged from within the recently-advanced Tree Maiden.
Although the aura was faint, it exuded a sense of profundity and sanctity.
At that moment, within Lu Xuan's Sea of Consciousness, the Contract Seal he had formed with this Tree Maiden transmitted a soft murmur, as if awaiting his consent and response.
Lu Xuan's brows furrowed slightly as he sensed a hint of familiarity in the aura emanating from the Tree Maiden. He agreed to the request conveyed by the murmur.
As soon as he agreed, the profound aura intensified, and the once-innocent eyes of the Little Tree Maiden deepened, her small body radiating a maternal glow as if capable of nurturing all things.
"Thank you, Friend Lu, for allowing me to possess the Tree Maiden's body."
A gentle female voice emanated from within the Tree Maiden.
"Senior Tree Mother?" Lu Xuan's expression remained calm as he asked softly.
"Indeed, it is I. The Tree Maiden's body contains the essence of the Tree Realm, and during her breakthrough, the aura underwent a drastic change. I sensed it from within the Azurewood Star Cave's Tree Realm, so I sent a Divine Thought to seek your assistance, Friend Lu."
The Little Tree Maiden spoke softly.
"If there's anything I can do to assist Senior Tree Mother, I will do my utmost."
"However, before that, shouldn't Senior explain something to me?"
"I've nurtured this Tree Maiden for many years, investing countless efforts and blood, sweat, and tears. Now that she's a Perfect Form, you possess her body, which seems inappropriate for both the Tree Maiden and myself."
Lu Xuan's expression remained calm as he spoke slowly.
(End of Chapter)
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