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Chapter 45: Do You Think I'm Really Giving Up?
Chapter 45: Do You Think I'm Really Giving Up?
Upon noticing Lu Chen's subtle hand movements, the three cultivators exchanged knowing glances and moved to a corner of the hall.
"This young man keeps mentioning some secret technique and is obviously after spirit stones. What do you two think?"
"I say we give it a try. If his method proves effective, it would greatly benefit us. If we can truly cultivate perfect quality Spirit Glowgrass, we'll gain not only wealth but also a great reputation. Furthermore, if we can cultivate perfect quality in first-grade or even second-grade spirit plants, the rewards would be immense."
"But what if his method turns out to be useless, and we waste our spirit stones for nothing?"
"Either way, he's a fellow spirit plant cultivator from the Hundred Herbs Hall. If we're cheated, we can always find him through the Hall."
The three cultivators whispered among themselves for a while before approaching Lu Chen again.
"Fellow cultivator Lu, we're willing to offer sixty spirit stones in exchange for your method of cultivating perfect quality Spirit Glowgrass. What do you say?"
"Techniques should not be taken lightly, and cultivating perfect spirit plants involves a lot of factors. I hope you three can understand that," Lu Chen replied, his tone softening from 'secret technique not to be shared' to 'techniques should not be taken lightly.'
The implication was clear—they needed to offer more!
The three cultivators returned to their corner and argued in hushed voices once more before finally approaching Lu Chen for the last time.
"One hundred spirit stones. We really can't offer any more. Fellow cultivator Lu, as fellow freelance spirit plant cultivators, we understand how hard it is to come by spirit stones. This is the best we can do." The swarthy middle-aged cultivator spoke with a pained expression.
Lu Chen had no interest in inquiring about their backgrounds, but he knew that one hundred spirit stones was indeed a substantial sum.
After all, the price difference between perfect quality Spirit Glowgrass and other grades was not significant—only a few dozen broken spirit stones. To earn one hundred spirit stones by cultivating high-quality Spirit Glowgrass would take a considerable amount of time and effort.
"Techniques should be passed on to those with fate. The fact that I met the three of you here shows that our fate is profound. I shall now share with you the method of cultivation."
"The principle is simple. According to the growth needs of spirit plants, change the large-scale application of techniques to precise exhibitions, such as the Spirit Rain Technique, Earth Induction Technique, and Wood Birth Technique. Apply these techniques in a precise and appropriate manner to provide the best environment for their growth."
"As for the timing of these precise techniques, that's something each of you will have to figure out through your own exploration."
"I see!"
The three cultivators finally understood.
"Every spirit plant has unique demands during its growth, even if they are subtle differences. Over time, these accumulate and ultimately affect the quality at maturity."
"By cultivating spirit plants with precision, we can minimize these issues."
"Fellow cultivator, I understand!"
The three cultivators expressed their gratitude. Lu Chen's method was indeed simple and easy to grasp, yet not many spirit plant cultivators were willing to put in the effort.
After all, for most cultivators, growing spirit plants was just one of many cultivation skills, no different from pill refining or artifact crafting. Their primary focus was always their personal cultivation.
As expected, the three cultivators soon realized the dilemma.
"If we follow Fellow Cultivator Lu's method, won't most of our energy be spent on cultivating spirit plants, leaving little time for our own cultivation?" The swarthy middle-aged cultivator asked, perplexed.
"That is true," Lu Chen nodded.
"Knowing my ordinary talent, I gave up on cultivation and dedicated all my time and energy to cultivating spirit plants. That's how I achieved these meager results.
As for you three, whether you choose to focus on diligent cultivation to advance your realm further or cultivate more high-quality spirit plants to earn more spirit stones, the decision is yours."
However, Lu Chen had withheld a crucial piece of information: his ability to sense and understand the immediate state of the spirit plants, allowing him to adjust his techniques accordingly.
Without this ability, the three cultivators would have to rely on trial and error, making educated guesses that would fall short of perfection and the perfect quality spirit plants they desired.
Furthermore, by choosing to focus on refining their cultivation methods, they would essentially be giving up on their personal cultivation. Unlike Lu Chen, they didn't have the advantage of the white light or the rewards that came with it, such as precious treasures and improved cultivation.
"You think I'm just lying down and doing nothing?" Lu Chen chuckled to himself. "I'm actually setting a trap for you all."
"Not only are you skilled at cultivating spirit plants, but you also have a talent for earning spirit stones," the thin, elderly man appeared at Lu Chen's side, a wry smile on his face.
"Of course," Lu Chen replied proudly. "I got those three cultivators to spend a hundred spirit stones with just a few words. That's not too shabby, is it?"
"Earning a hundred spirit stones is impressive, but if you spread your secret method around, you'll lose out in the end," the thin man, He Guanshi, said with a hint of displeasure, as if scolding Lu Chen for revealing the method for such a meager profit.
"Don't worry, He Guanshi. It's not that simple. It's one thing to know the method, but another to actually do it. There are plenty of spirit plant cultivators out there, but how many have discovered that refining their techniques can improve the quality of their plants? And even then, how many can consistently produce perfect quality plants?" Lu Chen explained calmly.
Hearing this, He Guanshi nodded, somewhat reassured.
"Come, take these three Clearwonder Spirit Tea saplings away with you," He Guanshi said, leading Lu Chen to a side room filled with a delicate fragrance. In the center of the room was a wooden rack with three pots adorned with strange patterns.
Inside the pots were three tea tree saplings, each about five inches tall. Despite their young age, the branches were twisted and knotted, creating a striking contrast. On the branches grew a handful of tender green tea leaves, trembling slightly in the breeze, appearing fragile yet exuding a powerful vitality.
"These are the three second-rate Clearwonder Spirit Tea saplings," He Guanshi explained. "They're not like the Spirit Glowgrass, which has no rank. These are much more precious and expensive. You must nurture them carefully and ensure their survival."
Lu Chen nodded solemnly, understanding the weight of his responsibility.
"How many spirit stones are these three Clearwonder Spirit Tea saplings worth?" Lu Chen asked.
"On the market, these saplings usually go for about thirty spirit stones each. However, due to their rarity and the value of their tea leaves, they're often unavailable even at that price," He Guanshi explained.
"Since you have an agreement with the Hundred Herbs Hall, you can get them at a lower price. Take these three saplings for sixty spirit stones," He Guanshi offered.
With a discount of over thirty percent, Lu Chen felt even more grateful for his cooperative relationship with the Hundred Herbs Hall and especially toward the thin, elderly man who had brought him into their fold.
(End of Chapter)
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