Chapter 1013: Reunion After a Long Separation
Chapter 1013: Reunion After a Long Separation
Sea Pavilion Commerce Guild.
"Senior Mu, Cold Moon True Monarch has come to visit," a charming young girl said softly as she entered an elegant room, bowing respectfully towards the tall elder inside.
"Cold Moon True Monarch? Is she here to pave the way for her incompetent niece?" Mu Daoren chuckled.
Ever since he learned about the Foundation Establishment Cultivator recruited from the general store, numerous Core Formation True Men had visited him recently, all with a simple purpose—to find a retirement place for their younger generation who had given up on cultivation.
Mu Daoren, of course, chose to reject them all.
Lu Xuan had entrusted this matter to him, showing his utmost trust, and he couldn't let him down.
"I've said it countless times; we need Loose Cultivators or those from minor families. Some have Core Formation elders or even Sect disciples trying to get in on the action."
"If you want to find people from your Mu family, we could easily fill those spots, and there wouldn't be a need for others."
Mu Daoren chuckled and continued examining the pile of jade slips on the table.
Inside the jade slips were the profiles of the Foundation Establishment Cultivators who had applied, including but not limited to their backgrounds, cultivation levels, ages, and the cultivation techniques they practiced.
These were the results of his initial screening.
There were no fewer than a thousand Foundation Establishment Cultivators who had applied, and many had traveled from faraway realms, all for that one-in-a-million chance.
Although the stated requirements were limited to background, cultivation level, and temperament, there were also numerous hidden conditions.
Among them, the most crucial factor was age.
Foundation Establishment Cultivators over two hundred years old were mostly eliminated by Mu Daoren.
Having a lifespan of two hundred years and still being at the Foundation Establishment stage indicated limited potential, and their years of service to the store would be significantly fewer compared to others, making them less cost-effective if chosen.
As for Foundation Establishment Cultivators with a lifespan of less than a hundred years... Such young talents would be considered cultivation prodigies even within Sects, and naturally, they wouldn't give up their future for the store's benefits.
Additionally, the cultivation techniques practiced by the Cultivators were also essential.
Those who cultivated unorthodox or Left Path Secret Arts were also rejected by Mu Daoren.
Keeping these Cultivators would be a hidden danger, and in the long run, they might bring trouble to the store and Lu Xuan.
Furthermore, the Cultivators' external conditions were another critical screening criterion.
After all, once selected, they would represent the store's image, and those with congenital deformities or defects caused by cultivation techniques were firmly rejected by Mu Daoren.
He preferred those with well-proportioned features and a more amiable demeanor.
As for temperament, it was relatively easy to judge.
Over the years, he had collected countless unusual treasures, including those related to illusion techniques, which could be used to initially test the character of numerous Cultivators.
Even if they were prepared with secret methods or treasures to resist illusion techniques, a general understanding of their character shouldn't be a problem.
"This is quite a task, and there will be at least two or three rounds of screening. In the final round, I'll hand over the decision to Lu Daoyou for the final say."
"After working so hard, it's only right to treat me to some high-quality Spirit Brews like Green Dew and True Sword Essence."
Just thinking about the delicious Spirit Brews made Mu Daoren instantly feel more energized.
"Bai Li Jian Qing, with a lifespan of one hundred and fifty-six years, is at the Mid Foundation Establishment stage, and his cultivation is quite standard."
"His external conditions are decent, and I'd rate him as above average."
"His cultivation technique... is quite orthodox, unlike the miscellaneous practices of ordinary Loose Cultivators."
Mu Daoren picked up a jade slip and scanned it with his Spirit Perception, carefully examining the information within.
(End of Chapter)"As expected, our backgrounds are indeed a little different."
"I'm from the Eastern Wilderness, and I was once a cultivator from a small family who had the opportunity to join the Heavenly Sword Sect."
"The Heavenly Sword Sect?" Wood Daoist's eyes narrowed in focus.
"If I recall correctly, the Heavenly Sword Sect is a branch of the Cave Profound Sword Sect. Fellow Daoist Lu, you also originated from the Heavenly Sword Sect before being noticed by the True Sword Master and returning to the Cave Profound Sword Sect."
"In that case, this cultivator named Bai Li Jian Qing might have a significant connection with you, Fellow Daoist Lu?"
Wood Daoist made a mental note and picked up another jade slip.
Thunder Star Cave.
Countless fine rays of lightning danced chaotically in the air, all blocked by the array outside.
Within the Spirit Fields, everything was peaceful and harmonious, like a secluded paradise.
Lu Xuan was carefully examining the detailed conditions of each Spirit Plant in the fields.
Just then, a faint tremor echoed from outside the cave abode.
He swept his Spirit Perception and summoned a messaging talisman to his side.
"Fellow Daoist Lu, I've narrowed down the options for you, and each one is exceptional. However, I still need your final decision, and I've compiled all the detailed information about each cultivator for you."
"By the way, there's one cultivator with a unique background. He's also from the Heavenly Sword Sect in the Eastern Wilderness, and his name is Bai Li Jian Qing. I wonder if you know him."
Wood Daoist's deep voice resonated.
"Bai Li Jian Qing..."
Hearing this familiar yet distant name, Lu Xuan couldn't help but feel a sense of daze.
Not only did he know him, but they were also like brothers, sharing a deep bond.
The two of them joined the Heavenly Sword Sect together, and in Giant Sword Town, Bai Li Jian Qing even provided Lu Xuan with valuable information about joining the sect.
After entering the sect, they often interacted, and their compatible personalities made them the closest of friends within the entire Heavenly Sword Sect.
"Junior Brother Jian Qing, I never thought we'd have the chance to meet again after so many years."
A surge of joy filled his heart.
After entering the Liyang Realm, he had inquired about his fellow disciples, but with little success, so he eventually gave up.
Later, he mostly stayed in the Thunder Star Cave, rarely interacting with outsiders, and the number of times he left the Liyang Realm could be counted on one hand, so the longing in his heart gradually faded.
Unexpectedly, he heard news of his junior brother today.
He immediately activated the array and transformed into a streak of silver-white lightning, rushing towards the Star Snatching Tower at full speed.
Sea Pavilion Commerce Guild.
After rigorous screening, fifty Foundation Establishment Cultivators made it to the final round.
Due to the limited space in the general store, Lu Xuan made his choices in a separate building of the Sea Pavilion Commerce Guild.
Each cultivator's heart was filled with both anticipation and nervousness.
Bai Li Jian Qing sat in a corner, his heart still unable to calm down.
After reaching the Star Snatching Tower, he was incredibly lucky to make it to this final stage. His companion, Xiong Feng, had been rejected early on due to his cultivation of a Left Path Secret Art.
Unlike the other cultivators, his anticipation was primarily driven by the prospect of meeting the senior brother who had once taken such good care of him.
"I wonder what Senior Brother Lu's reaction will be when he sees me again."
When submitting his information, he had meticulously recorded every detail on the jade slip, including his identity as a Heavenly Sword Sect disciple.
With this, he was quite confident that he would get to see Senior Brother Lu.
"Jian Qing, it's been a long time."
As he was lost in his thoughts, a gentle voice suddenly reached his ears, causing him to freeze in place.
Then, a refined and handsome young man appeared before him out of thin air, a smile on his face.
End of Chapter.
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