Chapter 361: Jade Dew Fruit
Chapter 361: Jade Dew Fruit
The Yunshan Jade Register, refined from Yunshan Jade, possessed the ability to exorcise evil and ward off disasters. It could be used directly as a protective talisman or inscribed with talismans.
After the Jade Scale Fruit matured, Lu Chen still had two Yunshan Jade Registers in his possession, as well as a spotless jade pendant that he wore around his neck.
However, the Spotless Jade was of slightly lower grade, and since he had grown accustomed to using it, he didn't consider using it to absorb the mirage's filthy qi.
"Using a fourth-grade Yunshan Jade Register to absorb that filth..."
A hint of hesitation flashed through Lu Chen's mind, but it quickly vanished.
The Qingyun Token given to him by Su Manman had strengthened his resolve to seek the protection of a sect. It had helped him skip many tedious steps, and it was only right to repay her with a Yunshan Jade Register.
More importantly, a fourth-grade Yunshan Jade Register wasn't particularly rare to him. If he needed more, he could always plant more spiritual herbs and open another light sphere.
With that in mind, he placed the exquisite talisman next to the damaged Sword Peacock.
His spiritual sense drew the black qi surrounding the Sword Peacock towards the Yunshan Jade Register.
The black qi, which had previously shown no reaction to any method used, now seemed attracted to the talisman. A thin wisp of it slowly crept closer to the exquisite jade register.
Under Lu Chen's control, the separated black qi slowly seeped into the register, clearly visible within the translucent talisman.
Once inside the Yunshan Jade Register, the mirage's filthy qi lost its initial arrogance and stayed put obediently.
Seeing this, Lu Chen cast a Cleansing Chant towards the talisman, slowly dissipating the minuscule amount of filthy qi along with the power of the jade register.
As the filthy qi dissipated, Lu Chen keenly noticed that the translucent color of the jade register had dimmed slightly.
"First, dispel the qi around the sword, then consider penetrating the sword itself. Work from the outside in, slowly but surely."
Lu Chen thought to himself, realizing that healing the Sword Peacock was going to be a time-consuming process. However, he approached the task with patience and without a hint of impatience.
Back in his room, he recalled various information about the Peacock Sword Formation and carefully contemplated it, hoping to master it soon so he could start cultivating the fourth-grade Sword Peacocks.
Half a month passed in the blink of an eye. Lu Chen spent his days cultivating spiritual herbs and beasts, doing his best to ensure they were in their optimal state of growth within the cave abode.
The various rewards from the light spheres kept him motivated, and despite the simplicity and monotony of his farming days, he relished every moment.
Where else could one find such a good life, where cultivating spiritual herbs and beasts would bring all sorts of opportunities and treasures, without having to risk one's life exploring secret realms and competing with cultivators, demons, and evil spirits?
In his spare time, he also cultivated.
Even though he was well aware of his mediocre talent for cultivation, he would still practice the Grand Five Phases Art on a whim, seeking some psychological comfort in the meager gains in his cultivation base.
He spent a significant amount of time on the Peacock Sword Formation and the Thousand Hawk Sword Manual to better cultivate the two fourth-grade Sword Grasses.
Occasionally, he would also meditate on the Pure Yang True Fire Register, soak in a Dragon Essence Bath, and cultivate the Great Void Dragon Transformation Chapter to strengthen his physical body.
Regularly consuming an evil eye from the Hundred-Eyed Bizarre Wood, he hastened his cultivation of the Breaking Illusion Eye Technique. Once the evil qi accumulated in his body, he would use a Lotus Seed from the Earthfire Heart Lotus to purify his body and slightly enhance his spiritual sense.
He indulged in fourth-grade treasures as if they were commonplace, and with his current Mid-Foundation Establishment cultivation base, one could say he had reached the pinnacle of extravagance.
There was no other way; the rewards from the light spheres were simply too abundant, and he had to make use of them.
One day, Guan Yun arrived at Lu Chen's cave abode to deliver some seeds.
Their previous collaboration had been very pleasant. Not only had all the Vitality-Concealing Grass that Lu Chen cultivated survived, but some of their qualities had exceeded her expectations. As a result, the Elixir Hall was willing to continue this cooperative model of entrusting Lu Chen with the cultivation of spiritual herbs.
"Next time, if you wish to cultivate more spirit herbs like the Hiding Root Grass, please let me know in advance," Guan Yun said, changing the subject. "This time, I've brought even more spirit seeds than last time. There are thirty Hiding Root Grass seeds and, additionally, ten Jade Dew Fruit seeds, both of which are primary ingredients for the Foundation Establishment Pill."
After witnessing Lu Chen's impressive display of skill in spirit herbology, the Elixir Palace had an even higher regard for him and was willing to entrust him with cultivating more high-grade spirit seeds.
"Thank you, Sister Guan," Lu Chen said, his heart filling with joy. Third-grade spirit herbs were within the Foundation Establishment realm, and being the main ingredients for refining Foundation Establishment Pills, obtaining such a large quantity was indeed a fortunate turn of events.
"Here are all the spirit seeds. Please have a look, Brother Lu," Guan Yun said, causing forty spirit seeds to appear in front of her and slowly float towards Lu Chen.
Thirty of the seeds were Hiding Root Grass seeds—long and slender, with a grayish-brown hue. They appeared ordinary, like seeds from common roadside weeds. However, Lu Chen knew that within each seed lay an extremely pure and rich essence of flora, hence the name 'Hiding Root Grass.'
The other ten seeds, at first glance, resembled ten drops of silvery-white dew, shimmering with a moist luster and exuding a refreshing aura.
"With more spirit seeds this time, in addition to the Five Elements Fruit from before, your task is even more challenging. I appreciate your hard work, Brother Lu," Guan Yun said with a smile as she watched Lu Chen receive all the spirit seeds.
"It's not hard work at all. It's an honor for me, Lu Chen, to be able to do something, no matter how insignificant, for the many alchemists like Sister Guan in the Elixir Palace," Lu Chen replied, a smile tugging at his lips as he gazed at the forty spirit seeds in his hands, envisioning the forty glowing orbs that would soon take shape.
With thirty Hiding Root Grass seeds, he could cultivate the Foundation Establishment Elixir, absorb the Spirit Grass Pearl, and even gain the Foundation Establishment Elixir formula. Add to that the ten Jade Dew Fruits with their unknown rewards, and it was like the Elixir Palace was paying him to absorb the glowing orbs! How could he feel anything but excitement?
As soon as Guan Yun left, Lu Chen hurried to his spirit fields. With his spiritual sense, he created a tiny fissure in the spirit soil and carefully placed a Jade Dew Fruit seed within it.
He focused his mental energy on the seed, which resembled a drop of morning dew.
Jade Dew Fruit, third-grade spirit herb. Requires extremely high-quality spiritual energy during growth and must be vaporized to properly promote the herb's development.
The Jade Dew Fruit absorbs and condenses the morning dew, storing it within its plant or fruit. Upon maturity, it contains pure spiritual power and is a primary ingredient for refining Foundation Establishment Pills. It can also be directly consumed as a spirit fruit.
When the golden autumn breeze meets the jade-like dew, it surpasses all the wonders of the mortal world.
"Jade Dew Fruit, Jade Scale Fruit—just one word different, yet their cultivation methods and effects are vastly contrasting," Lu Chen mused. He had previously cultivated a spirit fruit called the Jade Scale Fruit, which grew in areas with spiritual mineral veins and was used to enhance one's physique and refine body-tempering pills.
On the other hand, the Jade Dew Fruit required vaporized spiritual energy for its cultivation and focused more on enhancing a cultivator's spiritual power.
(End of Chapter)
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