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Chapter 811: Yellow Millet Dream Tree
Chapter 811: Yellow Millet Dream Tree
Upon hearing Yao Qingyue's words, Lu Chen was taken aback.
"Why does Fellow Yao say this?"
"I, Lu Chen, am merely a solitary cultivator with a deep fondness for rare and exotic spirit herbs. I've managed to achieve a little success in this field."
"Finding a place of residence in Tianxing Cave is already a stroke of great fortune."
Lu Chen hastily added.
"Hahaha, Fellow Lu is too humble," Yao Qingyue laughed heartily.
"When you saved that Xuankui cub in the Dao Sect, it was evident that you possess extraordinary skills in spirit herbs and beasts."
"After reporting this to the sect elders, they were impressed and wished to recruit you into our sect."
"The Liuyang Dao Zong holds an exalted status within the Liuyang territory. If you were to join, aside from other benefits, you'd have access to countless high-grade spirit seeds and top-tier spirit fields."
"It's a far more promising prospect than remaining in Tianxing Cave."
Yao Qingyue explained with a smile, his words carrying a hint of persuasion.
"So, you wish to recruit me into your sect," Lu Chen muttered to himself, a puzzled expression on his face as he turned to Yao Qingyue.
"Fellow Yao, aren't the main candidates for sect recruitment those at the Qi Refining stage?"
"I, Lu Chen, have already been fortunate enough to form my Golden Core, so joining a sect now might not be appropriate."
At this, Yao Qingyue nodded gently, pondering for a moment.
"That is usually the case. Typically, the sect inducts genius cultivators at the Qi Refining stage from various regions through periodic assessments."
"However, for a top-notch spirit herb master like yourself, who is one in a million, exceptions can be made."
"Once inducted, you would be an inner disciple of the Dao Sect."
"Of course, given your Foundation Establishment stage, you won't remain an inner disciple for long. After passing a few tests, you can immediately become a true disciple of the Dao Sect, enjoying benefits that others can only dream of."
"As for becoming a Dao Child, it holds an extraordinary significance within the sect and requires meeting stringent conditions. For someone like you, joining the sect midway, it's impossible to attain that status."
Yao Qingyue provided a detailed explanation.
"I understand," Lu Chen replied, cupping his hands together as he thoughtfully considered Yao Qingyue's proposal.
He hadn't expected that decades after leaving Tianjian Zong, he would have another opportunity to join an even larger sect.
"If I were to join the Dao Sect, while I may gain access to more high-grade spirit seeds, the process certainly won't be easy."
"As an outsider, it's challenging to gain the sect's trust without any connections or foundation."
"Starting as an inner disciple, as Fellow Yao mentioned, reflects the status of an outsider within the sect."
"Moreover, I would also have to give up my position as a guest advisor for the Hailou Commerce Guild."
With these thoughts in mind, Lu Chen's inclination became clear.
The Hailou Commerce Guild held a prestigious position in Liuyang, second only to the Liuyang Dao Zong. After spending decades within the guild, the high-grade spirit seeds he had obtained had already left him deeply satisfied.
Not to mention, he had cultivated deep friendships with the high-level artifact spirits within the guild.
He also hadn't forgotten about the promised incomplete Heaven Cave they had offered!
Once he gained control of the cave, there were spirit herbs that the artifact spirits had specifically requested him to cultivate.
For an artifact spirit to make such a request, the spirit herb must be of great importance, likely a seventh-grade herb or possibly even higher.
Weighing his options, Lu Chen preferred to remain with the Hailou Commerce Guild.
Additionally, he felt more at ease residing in Tianxing Cave.
The cave housed several seventh-grade spirit herbs, including the Lone Jade Vine, Eightfold Palace Flower, and Red Scarlet Immortal Jade, which, if transplanted to the sect, might face cultivation restrictions or even attract unwanted attention.
The same went for the bizarre spirit herbs in the Fengyuan Xingdong; they would be equally challenging to manage.
"However, I currently hold the position of guest advisor for the Hailou Commerce Guild, and they have shown me much care over the years. It would be inappropriate for me to become entangled with another power."
"My apologies." Lu Chen expressed his regrets sincerely.
"So, Fellow Lu is already a guest advisor for the Hailou Commerce Guild," Yao Qingyue said with a slight smile.
"It was my mistake for not investigating thoroughly beforehand. Given your expertise in spirit herbs, it would be strange if other sects and powers didn't show interest."
Hearing this, Yao Qingyue suddenly realized the situation and no longer pursued the topic.
"By the way, Fellow Lu, here's the spirit seed I promised you earlier."
He took out a peculiar spirit seed from his storage bag and presented it to Lu Chen.
The spirit seed's surface was adorned with bizarre patterns that flickered in and out of sight, creating ever-changing landscapes that blurred the line between reality and illusion.
"This spirit plant is called the Yellow Millet Dream Tree. Although it's only a sixth-grade herb, its extreme rarity and unique effects make it nearly as valuable as a seventh-grade herb to some high-level cultivators."
"Once it matures, it can nourish yin souls, harbor spiritual thoughts, and enhance divine souls. There's even a possibility of entering the legendary Yellow Millet Dreamland with the help of this spirit tree."
Yao Qingyue introduced the spirit seed to Lu Chen, his finger pointing at the peculiar plant.
"Such a rare and precious spirit seed—I'm afraid I don't deserve it," Lu Chen said humbly, his eyes never leaving the Yellow Millet Dream Tree.
"This is what you deserve, Fellow Lu," Yao Qingyue insisted. "If it weren't for your timely intervention, the Xuankui cub we encountered in the Leiqi Cave secret realm might have met with disaster."
"The Xuankui is our sect's guardian beast, and its fully matured form possesses strength comparable to a Nascent Soul cultivator. If it had perished accidentally, it would have been a tremendous loss for the sect."
"A sixth-grade Yellow Millet Dream Tree is insignificant compared to the Xuankui," Yao Qingyue added gravely.
"Well, then I'll gladly accept it," Lu Chen said with a nod, storing the spirit seed in his own storage bag, his heart filled with joy.
He never expected that the strange beast he had saved on a whim in the Thunder Sea would bring him such abundant returns.
A sixth-grade spirit seed, and a rare variety akin to the Heaven-Defying Fruit—one could only imagine the rewards that awaited him when the spirit plant matured and blossomed into a radiant light orb.
After presenting the spirit seed, Yao Qingyue didn't linger and bid Lu Chen farewell.
"Fellow Lu, I still have matters to attend to, so I must take my leave."
"This talisman is unique to me. If you have time, Fellow Lu, please come and visit the Liuyang Dao Zong."
He took out a white jade talisman, luminous with spiritual light, and handed it to Lu Chen.
"Certainly, I'll pay you a visit when I have the chance," Lu Chen agreed, nodding. He also presented three white jade flasks filled with spirit brew to Yao Qingyue.
"Fellow Yao, your gift of the Yellow Millet Dream Tree is deeply appreciated by me."
"I don't have much else to offer, but I do have plenty of spirit brew. These three flasks contain three different types of fourth-grade spirit brews."
"They are the Hundred Fruit Spirit Juice, Jade Washing Spirit Dew, and Ice Marrow Spirit Brew, each with its unique flavor and excellent quality."
"You can taste them during your journey, Fellow Yao."
"Thank you for your generous gift, Fellow Lu. Farewell."
Having tasted the spirit brews earlier, Yao Qingyue was left with a deep impression and accepted the three flasks without hesitation.
In an instant, he transformed into a green light and disappeared into the horizon.
Lu Chen watched until Yao Qingyue's figure vanished from sight before hurrying to his core spirit field with eager anticipation.
"A sixth-grade Yellow Millet Dream Tree, hehe."
(End of Chapter)
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