Chapter 691: Hundun Qinglian
Chapter 691: Hundun Qinglian
"Since Brother Chen has broken through and greatly enhanced his cultivation, we can gather more resources on this hunting expedition."
Fengxing Shenjun suggested to Chen Mu.
So far, they had already hunted down eight Monster Beasts on this expedition, and according to past hunting customs, eight was usually the limit. Continuing further would mean a higher risk with less reward, so they often returned to the city to divide the spoils after hunting around seven or eight.
However, Chen Mu had now broken through to a new realm and concealed his Perfect Divine Body, attaining the strength of a Dual Pulse Full Perfection. With his presence, the hunting team's risk tolerance had significantly increased, as evidenced by their ability to escape the Bug Wave. In such a situation, it was natural to consider hunting more prey, even aiming for fourteen or fifteen.
Nevertheless,
In the past, the specific number of hunts was decided by Fengxing Shenjun after discussions with the group. But this time, both Fengxing Shenjun and the others from the Fengxing Association, including Guanglie Shenjun, were looking to Chen Mu for guidance, clearly intending to follow his lead.
Chen Mu pondered briefly before asking, "In your opinion, how many Monster Beasts should we hunt?"
Since he had already revealed his Dual Pulse Full Perfection strength and had no plans to leave the Fengxing Association, Chen Mu saw no reason to hold back. The more Monster Beasts they hunted, the better.
Source Stones were always in high demand, regardless of their quality. A large quantity of Source Stones could be used to purchase rare and exotic plants in Wuxiang City, which also aided in comprehending the Dao and often yielded better results.
"With Brother Chen here, hunting fourteen or fifteen Monster Beasts should be manageable. But since we encountered the Bug Wave, we should be cautious and hunt four more," Fengxing Shenjun suggested after some thought.
It was common knowledge that the more Monster Beasts they hunted, the greater the risk. They faced various dangers, from natural disasters to human-made threats, and there was a higher chance of attracting powerful Monster Beasts, like the Black Snake Beast they encountered earlier.
With Chen Mu's Dual Pulse Full Perfection strength, the team could probably handle the risks associated with hunting fourteen or fifteen Monster Beasts. However, as this was their first time witnessing Chen Mu's abilities, there was no need to rush. They could take their time and assess the situation.
"Alright," Chen Mu agreed with Fengxing Shenjun's suggestion.
Others like Guanglie Shenjun naturally had no objections, as Chen Mu had already secured the majority of the resources. The more they hunted, the more resources they could potentially obtain.
Soon,
The group left the rugged terrain eroded by flowing water and headed back towards the Wuxiang River.
In this area of Wuxiang City, hunting or seeking other opportunities typically followed a pattern. The closer they were to the Wuxiang River, the more Monster Beasts they could hunt and the easier it was to gather resources, but the danger also increased. Conversely, the further they ventured from the river, the safer it became, as most Monster Beasts seemed to stay close to the river.
However, the further they went from the river, the less likely they were to find any resources, so the risk and reward were always present.
After experiencing the Bug Wave, the group proceeded with caution, taking a wide detour to avoid the area affected by the wave.
Just as they completed the detour and approached the Wuxiang River again,
At the front of the team, Chen Mu's gaze flickered towards a spot in the distance.
"Hmm?"
"Oh?"
Fengxing Shenjun, walking alongside Chen Mu, also looked in the same direction. At that moment, they both noticed a marshland about a thousand zhang away, just beyond their range of perception. It seemed to have appeared out of nowhere.
The marshland was approximately thirty zhang from the Wuxiang River, and at its center, a mysterious glowing light flickered intermittently.
"A treasure?"
Guanglie Shenjun and the others at the back also noticed the distant marshland, and their eyes lit up.
Along the Wuxiang River, there were things more valuable than Monster Beasts—rare and exotic plants that fetched high prices in Wuxiang City. Even the most ordinary exotic plant could be worth tens of thousands of Source Stones!
Finding such a treasure during a hunt could be worth more than dozens or even hundreds of hunts.
"Indeed, fortune and calamity go hand in hand."
Fengxing Shenjun smiled as he gazed at the mysterious marshland. The group had just survived the Bug Wave, and now they had stumbled upon a valuable resource.
Everyone was delighted, and they immediately made their way towards the marshland.
"It seems to be the Hundun Qinglian!"
As they drew closer to the marshland, the group could clearly see a strange plant growing in the center—a blue lotus platform emitting a flickering mystical light. Upon seeing it, everyone rejoiced.
The Hundun Qinglian, one of the most precious spiritual plants, is valued at an exorbitant price in Wuxiang City, with each flower costing several hundred thousand Source Stones. However, it is often unavailable, making it extremely difficult to purchase even if one has the means.
The reason for this lies in the plant's extraordinary properties. The WuDao Qinglian Zi it nurtures can significantly enhance one's understanding of the Prime Source Dao within a short period. When combined with Source Stones for Dao comprehension, the effect is truly remarkable.
It is common knowledge that many cultivators strive for the Nine Heaven Perfection because comprehending the entire Prime Source Dao is incredibly challenging. After countless years of effort, they often find themselves making little progress, leading them to settle for other paths like Dual Pulse Full Perfection or San Mao Da Wan Yuan.
In essence,
The ultimate goal of all cultivators is the same: to embark on the path of the Grandmasters and attain the title of Dao Grandmaster. Yet, this final step is incredibly difficult. Even after years of refining Source Stones, progress is barely noticeable. However, with the WuDao Qinglian Zi produced by the Hundun Qinglian, one might take a significant step forward.
At this moment,
Even Fengxing Shenjun's eyes lit up with a fiery intensity. Since entering Wuxiang City and enduring arduous training over the years, this was the most valuable treasure he had ever encountered.
Just as everyone was about to rush towards the marshland, a distant shout echoed from the opposite side of the marsh, where a large number of dark figures had suddenly appeared on a nearby hill.
"Hundun Qinglian!"
"Grab it!"
A loud voice rang out, and the numerous figures on the hill surged towards the marshland.
At that very moment, Fengxing Shenjun's expression changed, and as they noticed the Fengxing Association, they were also spotted by the other party. Furthermore, they instantly recognized the identity of the approaching figures. Leading them was a man in a black robe, none other than the Blackstone Shenjun, a long-standing rival of the Fengxing Association, who had raided them on multiple occasions.
"It's the Blackstone Association!"
Fengxing Shenjun's eyes narrowed with a sharp glint.
The other Grandmasters of the Fengxing Association, including Imperator Guanglie, also glared at the intruders with cold eyes.
Normally, if they encountered the Blackstone Association and had a few monster beast corpses snatched away, they would let it slide, as the Blackstone Association was a formidable force. However, in the face of such a rare treasure as the Hundun Qinglian, they would not back down, even if they were at a disadvantage.
Moreover,
The current Fengxing Association was not what it used to be. With the presence of Chen Mu, a Dual Pulse Full Perfection cultivator, they were not to be underestimated.
Without hesitation, as the Blackstone Association members rushed towards the Hundun Qinglian in the marshland, the Fengxing Association members also charged forward without yielding.
"Oh, it's the Fengxing Association. Hahaha, this Hundun Qinglian belongs to us, the Blackstone Association. Brothers of the Fengxing Association, please step aside and let us have this treasure. We won't bother with your monster beasts today!"
Blackstone Shenjun, leading the charge, had recognized the Fengxing Association members and relaxed, breaking into a wide grin.
When he first spotted the Hundun Qinglian from a distance, his attention was entirely focused on the flower, and he had not immediately identified the Fengxing Association members. He had even worried about encountering a formidable force.
The Hundun Qinglian was incredibly valuable, and even if they faced the hunting squad from the Suiyue Temple, they would still fight for it. They would never give up easily. But to their surprise, it was the Fengxing Association, which was not a cause for concern.
Recently, the Fengxing Association had made some progress, but it was still no match for the Blackstone Association. Trying to compete with them for the Hundun Qinglian was out of the question.
Swish!
Blackstone Shenjun was the first to reach the Hundun Qinglian. As he extended his hand towards the flower, it suddenly swayed, emitting a chaotic spiritual light.
This spiritual light instantly summoned a vast Dao power, forming a light barrier around the flower, preventing Blackstone Shenjun from getting closer. The barrier seemed incredibly resilient, infused with Hydromatic Power, making it impossible to break through in a short time.
"As expected, it can't be taken directly."
Blackstone Shenjun was not surprised by this, as extremely valuable treasures often possessed spirituality and self-protection abilities. Otherwise, they would have been destroyed and devoured by monster beasts long ago.
The Hydromatic Power enveloping the Hundun Qinglian hinted at four types of mystical energy, reaching the level of High-Rank Hydromatic Power. It was not something that could be broken through in a short time, meaning the Blackstone Association would have to defeat the Fengxing Association first before slowly breaking this Hydromatic barrier and claiming the Hundun Qinglian.
"Blackstone!"
Fengxing Shenjun flashed and appeared beside Hundun Qinglian, his cold gaze fixed on Blackstone Shenjun.
"Fengxing, your association has grown significantly, but if you want to engage my Blackstone Association in a full-scale battle, you'll likely suffer heavy losses. You can't take the Hundun Qinglian either, so it's best to back off quietly."
Blackstone Shenjun turned to Fengxing Shenjun and slowly spoke.
Unless absolutely necessary, he didn't want to clash with the Fengxing Association at this moment. Although the Blackstone Association had brought thirty-seven Lords for this hunting expedition, nearly double the number of the Fengxing Association, only two Dual Pulse Full Perfection Lords had come, including himself.
While their overall strength still completely suppressed the Fengxing Association, it wasn't an absolute dominance. Engaging in a full-scale battle would result in some losses, and if it dragged on too long, it might attract other forces, making the situation extremely complex.
"Hmph! Just a few words and you expect me to back down? Blackstone, I've long wanted to face you. If you want to take the Hundun Qinglian, let me test your strength first!"
Fengxing Shenjun heard Blackstone Shenjun's words and coldly laughed, showing no sign of retreat. He even raised his hand, and his lifeblood divine weapon, the Seal, immediately appeared in his palm. With a mighty flip, he sent a devastating attack towards Blackstone Shenjun.
"Hmm!"
Blackstone Shenjun responded with a cold snort, but he remained unfazed. "If you want to challenge us, I'll test your abilities!"
Facing Fengxing Shenjun, Blackstone Shenjun showed no sign of backing down. The only thing that surprised him was Fengxing Shenjun's boldness, as he started with a grand opening move. Compared to his previous cautiousness towards the Blackstone Association, this time he seemed to have gained inexplicable confidence. It was worth noting that although the Blackstone Association hadn't sent their entire force, they still had two Dual Pulse Full Perfection Lords present.
Apart from himself, there was also the Hei Shui Shenjun nearby. With Fengxing Shenjun's aggressive stance, if Hei Shui Shenjun joined the attack, the two of them together could severely injure Fengxing Shenjun without much effort!
However, at this moment, the Lords didn't have the leisure to think too much. After all, Fengxing Shenjun was also a Dual Pulse Full Perfection ancient Lord, and his strength was no less than Blackstone Shenjun's. His moves were extremely exquisite.
Boom!!
Blackstone Shenjun raised his hand, and a black blade appeared, drawn from his back. He slashed forward, meeting Fengxing Shenjun's attack with a mighty strike. The two surging powers collided in the void, tearing it apart with black lines.
The battle between two Dual Pulse Full Perfection Lords was extraordinary. Even if a Single Pulse Full Perfection Lord like Guanglie Shenjun used all their strength, the damage they could inflict on the void was minuscule, at most a few feet. But the clash between Blackstone Shenjun and Fengxing Shenjun was far more powerful, tearing the void for several yards and exploding above the Hundun Qinglian.
At the same time,
The Blackstone Association's numerous Lords, who had swarmed in, were also engaged in battle with the Lords of the Fengxing Association. For a while, the entire swamp was filled with the continuous roar of fierce combat.
"As expected, nothing motivates like personal gain. With the Hundun Qinglian at stake, even the Fengxing Association dares to engage in battle..."
Amidst the chaos, a black figure lightly hummed. It was Hei Shui Shenjun of the Blackstone Association, who had entered the Yuan Jing together with Blackstone Shenjun, both from the Origin Void Domain and the same realm.
Seeing that all parties were embroiled in battle, he scanned the battlefield and then fixed his gaze on Fengxing Shenjun. His figure quietly slipped into the darkness, sneaking towards Fengxing Shenjun's back, planning to join forces with Blackstone Shenjun to launch a surprise attack.
However,
Just as he was about to reach Fengxing Shenjun's back, a figure quietly blocked his path.
The figure wore a simple robe—it was Chen Mu. Holding the Ji Mie Chang Dao, he stood tall in the swamp, his body floating about three feet above the ground, his gaze calm as he looked at Hei Shui Shenjun.
Chen Mu didn't immediately take action; instead, he observed the Hundun Qinglian. In truth, he didn't have an intense desire for this rare treasure. With the system panel, even the most ordinary hunting expeditions and source stone refinements could gradually accumulate experience, allowing him to eventually comprehend the complete Void Dao and step into the realm of the Daoist Lord.
Although the Hundun Qinglian was a rare treasure for others, it was dispensable to him. At most, it would only speed up his cultivation progress.
However,
Since the rare treasure was already within reach, and the Fengxing Association had already clashed with the Blackstone Association, Chen Mu naturally wouldn't stand idly by. After all, his strength had already been revealed, and there was no need to hide anymore. By seizing the Hundun Qinglian, he could also save some effort.
(End of Chapter)
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