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Chapter 988: The Grand Dao Sect's Fingertip Palace
Chapter 988: The Grand Dao Sect’s Fingertip Palace
"Of course, there's one thing I must remind you, Daoist Lu. When the True River Spirit Tide arrives, although you'll reel in more spirit fish and treasures than usual, the risks will also be much higher."
Shi Zichen said with a solemn expression.
"Those spirit fish, influenced by the spirit tide, will be much more violent than before. A slight misstep could result in the fish pulling the angler into the Thousand Treasures True River, where their mind, spirit, and soul will be washed away by the river, never to enter the cycle of rebirth."
"Additionally, some demons and evil spirits that usually hide deep in the True River will emerge. If you accidentally catch one of them, it could cost you your life."
"Thank you for the warning, Daoist Shi. I will keep it in mind."
Lu Xuan bowed and said.
He had a natural advantage over other cultivators. Before reeling in the unknown creatures from the True River, he could use his special ability to learn their basic information, allowing him to avoid most risks.
"In short, opportunities and risks coexist. Some cultivators will reel in great fortune from the True River, while others might lose their lives. It all depends on one’s destiny."
"Daoist Shi is right. If I miss such an opportunity during the True River Spirit Tide, I'll definitely regret it in the future."
Lu Xuan smiled and nodded.
After learning about the True River Spirit Tide from Shi Zichen, Lu Xuan decided to stay by the riverbank and wait for the right moment.
Three months passed quickly, and during this time, he reaped a bountiful harvest. He caught several fourth-grade spirit fish from the True River, and even after removing the parts heavily contaminated by the river water, he still had several thousand pounds of fish meat.
Such efficiency made the experienced angler, Shi Zichen, envious. He wished he could immediately become Lu Xuan’s disciple.
Lu Xuan attributed his success to luck and politely declined the request, but he gave Shi Zichen over a thousand pounds of spirit fish meat as a thank you for informing him about the Spirit Tide.
"Daoist Lu, after the Spirit Tide erupts, a large number of spirit fish and treasures will gather in certain alluvial areas. You need to be there to catch them easily."
"The best spots are already occupied by major sects and powerful forces. We, as independent cultivators, can only find a secluded spot."
The two of them quickly flew through the air, heading towards the alluvial area Shi Zichen mentioned.
"That’s not a problem. The quality of the spots is relative. Who knows, there might be more spirit fish and treasures hidden in the corners."
Lu Xuan nodded lightly.
"Hahaha, I wonder if you have such a good attitude or if you have absolute confidence in your skills."
Shi Zichen laughed heartily.
"However, you’re not wrong. Each time the Spirit Tide erupts, some ordinary cultivators manage to catch many spirit fish and rare treasures."
Half a day later, the two arrived at their destination.
Looking out, the True River stretched endlessly, with turbulent waters and steam rising from the deep, mysterious surface, as if it could suck one’s mind, spirit, and soul into its depths.
At a bend in the middle of the True River, the surging waters crashed against the riverbank and then flowed back.
Lu Xuan scanned the area and noticed that several hundred cultivators had already gathered at the riverbank bend. Most were at the Core Formation stage, with a few at the Nascent Soul stage.
Among them, some wore standardized robes, clearly indicating they belonged to the same sect.
"It seems the attraction of the Spirit Tide is indeed significant, drawing so many Core Formation cultivators and Nascent Soul True Lords."
Lu Xuan thought to himself.
"Daoist Lu, let’s secure a relatively good spot before more people arrive."
Shi Zichen said eagerly, unable to contain his excitement.
"Alright."
The two of them passed by the prime fishing spots.
"The sect occupying the central area isn’t small at all. It’s a colossal powerhouse from nearby realms, the Great Dao Sect." Shi Zichen whispered to Lu Xuan.
The Great Dao Sect had the most cultivators, numbering around fifty. Among them, there were seven or eight Core Formation True Monarchs, and a few cultivators whose exact realms were unknown, but the possibility of them being at the Core Formation realm wasn’t small.
Each of them exuded an extraordinary aura, their demeanor and actions reflecting the grandeur of a major Sect’s disciples.
"That area belongs to the Fangcun Palace, known for mastering various spatial secret techniques, second only to The Great Dao Sect in strength."
Shi Zichen pointed at a group of over thirty cultivators wearing peculiar black robes.
Lu Xuan noticed that the black robes were embroidered with many strange patterns, the patterns emitting layers of translucent ripples as if they were one with the void.
"Each disciple’s robe is a spatial magical tool, befitting the renowned Major Sects of the surrounding realms."
Lu Xuan inwardly marveled, having cultivated the Minor Spatial Technique for many years and possessing an exceptional eye technique, he could naturally see the extraordinary aspects of those robes at a glance.
"This is the Qingping Sect. It’s said that a Deity of Transformation, who has lived for thousands of years, resides within the sect, though he hasn’t appeared in the world for a long time, no force dares to underestimate them."
"That area is the Jinghai Sect, established near a sea, hence they have considerable experience in fishing for spiritual fish and treasures."
Shi Zichen continued to introduce the Major Sects occupying the favorable fishing spots to Lu Xuan.
"Though there are many Major Sects, they still leave a significant area for the independent cultivators."
Lu Xuan nodded lightly.
"Independent cultivators, though lacking the background and strength of Major Sect disciples, can still form a considerable force when united."
"If they aren’t given a chance, and even the minor sects and clans of cultivators are left with no hope, it would provoke collective anger, making it difficult for Major Sects to handle the situation. Therefore, they won’t completely cut off their chances."
Shi Zichen said calmly.
The two of them arrived at a corner spot.
"Stone Dao Friend, how about we sit together for a bit of mutual support?"
Lu Xuan suggested.
He could specially formulate fish bait to attract a significant number of spiritual fish. Rather than letting others benefit, he might as well let Shi Zichen catch a couple.
"I won’t be shy then."
Shi Zichen’s face lit up with delight.
He was almost certain that Lu Xuan possessed some special fishing technique, otherwise, it would be hard to explain how he always had such great harvests.
After Lu Xuan left, he had gone to the same fishing spot, hoping to catch a bit of good luck, but ended up sitting empty-handed for months or even a year or two.
Now, he finally had the chance to closely observe how Lu Xuan fished, and if he could stealthically learn a couple of tricks,,, it would be immensely beneficial for his future fishing career.
At the very least, he could share in Lu Xuan’s profound good fortune.
"This time, I’ll definitely watch how you fish the spiritual fish, Lu Dao Friend!"
"Same fishing spot, same time, my fishing rod is a Fifth Rank magical tool, one rank higher than yours. The fishing line and hook are also of better quality."
"The fish bait was specially purchased from the fish shop for this spiritual tide,,,, and I even bought it at a high price two years in advance to secure it."
"With all conditions superior to yours,, how could I possibly lose this time?"
Shi Zichen smiled, calmly taking out his Fifth Rank fishing rod, bait, and other treasures.
(End of Chapter)
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