Chapter 1260: 1257: The End of Cultivation

Chapter 1260: Chapter 1257: The End of Cultivation

“I have no problem with it, I can help you cultivate this Netherworld Blood Transformation Sword Grass, Brother Zhou.”

Lu Xuan readily agreed.

“Great, thank you, Junior Brother Lu.”

“Cultivating Seventh Grade Sword Grass requires a lot of time and effort, and it might delay your usual cultivation, Junior Brother.”

Zhou Yuanshan said solemnly.

“There’s no other way, I am just too obsessed with rare Spirit Plants. It’s my first time cultivating Netherworld Blood Transformation Sword Grass, and I can’t resist the temptation of this Seventh Grade Sword Grass.”

Lu Xuan laughed helplessly.

“Junior Brother Lu is so enthusiastic, it’s embarrassing for me as your senior brother.

Here are three High Grade Spirit Stones as your initial compensation for helping to cultivate the Sword Grass. There will be additional rewards once it matures.”

Zhou Yuanshan said, and thirty shining Spirit Stones slowly floated towards Lu Xuan.

“Alright, I won’t be polite then.”

Lu Xuan’s goal was the Light Cluster reward after the Sword Grass matured, but the unexpected gain of thirty High Grade Spirit Stones wasn’t bad either, so he gladly accepted them.

One High Grade Spirit Stone is equivalent to ten thousand Low-Grade Spirit Stones. Due to their rarity, they can often be exchanged for even more. The value of these thirty High Grade Spirit Stones definitely exceeds that of three hundred thousand Low-Grade Spirit Stones.

After discussing the cultivation details with Lu Xuan, Zhou Yuanshan left without staying long.

Lu Xuan entered the center of the Sword Grass Spirit Field, found an empty spot, and planted the Netherworld Blood Transformation Sword Grass Spirit Seed.

He had already obtained three Seventh Grade or higher Sword Grass Spiritual Seeds from the Sword Sect. It was expected that the new Spiritual Seeds would end up in his hands again due to his reputation in Spirit Plant cultivation. He could look forward to another decent Light Cluster reward.

“Speaking of which, it’s time to visit the Fire God Palace again.”

Lu Xuan remembered the aging Fire God Ape.

Back then, he had obtained an Eighth Grade Enlightenment Bodhi from the Fire God Ape, which greatly enhanced his comprehension once it matured. He quickly mastered a remnant high-rank divine skill, Universe in the Sleeve.

He also gained a Ninth Grade Lotus Platform from the Light Cluster, which was a bountiful harvest.

When he received the Spirit Seeds, Lu Xuan had promised to occasionally send some Spirit Fruits and Spirit Brew that the Fire God Ape loved, to satisfy its cravings.

It had been several decades since he last visited, so Lu Xuan decided to go again.

He entered his Personal Spatial space, and the White Lotus Avatar quietly left the Sword Sect, navigating the Giant Sword Boat through the void, arriving for the second time at the magnificent Fire God Palace.

“Daoist Lu, I heard you broke through to the Mid Nascent Soul Stage, congratulations.”

An imposing elder with a crimson face sensed Lu Xuan’s presence and quickly came out to greet him.

The elder exuded a fiery aura with every breath; he was Elder Yan Liuquan of the Fire God Palace, at the Mid Nascent Soul Stage. He had visited the Sword Sect with the Fire God Ape and had hosted Lu Xuan during his first visit to the Fire God Palace.

“Just barely, my true strength is far below Elder Yan’s.”

Lu Xuan said with a smile.

“Did you come this time to see the Fire God Ape Senior?”

Yan Liuquan asked.

“Yes, I brought some Spirit Fruits and Spirit Brew that Senior likes.”

Lu Xuan nodded.

“Since you’re here, make sure to stay a few days to experience the unique customs of our Fire God Palace.”

Yan Liuquan said enthusiastically.

During Lu Xuan’s first visit to the Fire God Palace, he had a minor conflict with a Primordial Infant Cultivator over a White Ape. However, after so many years, any minor grievances had long since dissipated and did not affect the relationships between cultivators of the two Sects.

Especially with the Sword Sect’s strength far surpassing that of the Fire God Palace, the latter certainly harbored no grudges.

Under Yan Liuquan’s warm hospitality, Lu Xuan followed a Fire God Palace cultivator to the Fire God Ape’s lair.

The two passed through numerous mysterious Formation Restrictions, entering a fiery forest.

Countless large crimson branches stretched upwards, forming a mystical nest where the Fire God Ape lay lazily, its aura restrained, like an ordinary old monkey.

“Junior Lu Xuan pays respect to Senior.”

Lu Xuan respectfully bowed and greeted.

“Haha, you’ve come, young one!”

The Fire God Ape became spirited at the sight of Lu Xuan, its crimson eyes gleaming.

“Oh, you’re at the Mid Nascent Soul Stage? Faster progress than I expected.”

“The Sword Sect has a deep foundation.”

A flicker of surprise flashed in its eyes.

“Thanks to the Sect and the Sword Master for their nurturing.”

Lu Xuan modestly replied.

The Fire God Ape didn’t dwell on Lu Xuan’s cultivation, yawning: “How is that old serpent now?”

“The Sword Serpent Senior is doing well. Knowing I was coming, specifically asked me to send his regards.”

Lu Xuan embellished what the Old Sword Serpent had said.

However, knowing they had known each other for over a thousand years and deeply understanding each other, the Fire God Ape glanced at Lu Xuan, sneering:

“Regards? Probably just wondering when I’ll die.”

Lu Xuan fell silent for a moment, then took out a large array of Spirit Fruits and Spirit Brew from his storage bag.

“These are the Spirit Fruits and Spirit Brew I prepared for you, Senior, including two new varieties. Please have a look.”

Lu Xuan said, trying to change the subject.

Immediately, over twenty Pure Yang Golden Lotus Seeds, over twenty Thunder Evil Spirit Lotus Seeds, five Red Flaming Pears, ten bottles of Heart Flame Wine, ten bottles of Ape Demon Wine, and five bottles of Green Lotus Wine appeared before him.

“These Lotus Seeds are from the Thunder Evil Spirit Lotus, containing rich Thunder Qi, which is more stimulating than Pure Yang Golden Lotus Seeds.”

“This Spirit Brew is called Green Lotus Wine, so named because it looks like a blooming green lotus. It’s a Sixth Grade Spirit Brew that can temper the flesh body and nourish the divine soul. I spent quite some effort brewing this, so the quantity is limited.”

“Haha, a Sixth Grade Spirit Brew! Rare to have it! Five bottles are enough!”

The Fire God Ape laughed heartily.

Then, a bottle of Green Lotus Wine flew before it, and the brew turned into a thin stream, flowing into its mouth.

“Good, I am quite satisfied.”

The Fire God Ape squinted its eyes, looking very content.

Its eyes swept over the remaining four bottles, showing a hint of regret over its previous comments.

“Next time you come, bring more Green Lotus Wine with you.”

“If I find any suitable spiritual seeds, I’ll keep them for you.”

It knew Lu Xuan’s preferences and said lazily.

The nearby Fire God Palace cultivator stared intently at his feet, afraid that looking any longer might break his Dao heart.

Seeing Lu Xuan bring out such a large number of rare treasures, especially the precious Sixth Grade Green Lotus Wine, made him realize the disparity between cultivators.

“Alright, I will remember this well. I will definitely brew more Green Lotus Wine after I return and bring more for you next time, Senior.”

Lu Xuan was filled with motivation and eagerly promised.

The Fire God Ape before him possessed strength far beyond the Late Nascent Soul Stage. Any spiritual seeds it offered would certainly be extraordinary.

Before leaving, he took one last look at the Fire God Ape in its red nest, reminding him of the Old Sword Serpent confined deep within the Sword Peak.

“Both are approaching their limits. To slow down the loss of vitality, one is willing to be confined to this nest, while the other stays deep within the Sword Peak.”

“Is this the end of the path of cultivation?”

Lu Xuan felt a surge of emotions.

“With the Light Clusters, I will not let myself end up like this.”

He thought to himself.