You practice immortality, I farm 2

Chapter 1286 The Return of the Thunder Rhinoceros
The two exchanged their treasures. Shi Jiuyin, being of special status, did not linger near the Sword Sect and bid farewell to Lu Xuan before departing in haste.

"Nine Netherworld Lotus, an eighth-grade spiritual seed, requires only one Tortoise-Crane Essence Pill."

"It seems that those old fogies in the cultivation world still have a lot of potential to be tapped."

Lu Xuan felt the extremely yin and cold aura emanating from the lotus seed in his hand, and a smile appeared on his face.

"It's a pity that eighth and ninth grade spirit seeds are extremely rare. It's already quite lucky to have been able to collect these few in such a short time."

He sighed in his heart.

As for the legendary innate spiritual roots and Dao fruits, it is absolutely impossible to obtain them with this seventh-grade Tortoise and Crane Yuan Pill.

"This time, exchanging for high-grade spirit seeds, spirit liquids, and other treasures has already consumed ten Turtle-Crane Yuan Pills. I have very few left, so the treasure exchange event should be temporarily put to an end."

Lu Xuan thought to himself.

The Turtle and Crane Essence Pill is, after all, a seventh-grade pill. Although I managed to find a suitable reason, if I took out too many, it would attract too much attention and inevitably arouse suspicion from Nascent Soul cultivators and even fellow disciples.

Furthermore, eighth-grade or even ninth-grade spiritual seeds are extremely rare in the cultivation world. He had already plundered quite a few from the Sword Sect and other Nascent Soul cultivators this time, so obtaining more would be much more difficult.

"Most importantly, we must not exploit the Radiant Crane and the Dragon Turtle too much."

Lu Xuan smiled.

The most important materials for refining the Tortoise and Crane Elixir must be collected from the Radiant Crane and the Dragon Turtle. The Radiant Crane is completely obedient to him, and the Dragon Turtle has also signed a contract with him. However, he cannot exhaust the resources and must ensure sustainable development.

Although both are seventh-grade demonic beasts with incredibly strong vitality, if their life essence is extracted too frequently, their origin will be greatly damaged, and even the Myriad Trees Spring Life Seal will not be able to fully restore them.

Inside the portable space, the dragon turtle lying by the lake seemed to sense something. Its huge body couldn't help but tremble, and it transformed into a black light and instantly dived into the depths of the lake.

Two and a half years passed quickly.

After Lu Xuan intentionally reduced the presence of the Turtle-Crane Elixir, the number of cultivators coming to exchange for or buy the elixir decreased rapidly, both within the Sword Sect and from other sects in the cultivation world. He also returned to his previous quiet, farming-oriented cultivation routine.

Inside the cave.

The grass puppet remained faithful to its duty, walking between the ridges of the field, its empty eye sockets scanning the vicinity of the spirit field.

After absorbing that drop of Grade 8 Taiyi Azure Spirit Liquid, its intelligence was greatly enhanced, and it became more agile and free in its movements, with a faint sense of natural essence.

With a thought, Lu Xuan caused the clouds above the spirit field to surge, and wisps of spiritual rain fell down, silently merging into the hundreds of Yuanling Ginseng plants.

"After so many years of cultivation, the Yuanling Ginseng has begun to enter a rapid growth phase."

"If we continue planting on this scale, breaking through to the late Nascent Soul stage will be just around the corner."

"But the further you go, the less cultivation reward you get from the light orb, so we need to find a better alternative."

The path of cultivation is boundless. To go further and break through to the Nascent Soul stage or even higher, one must find or improve high-level spiritual plants that bring rich cultivation rewards.

After carefully nurturing each Yuanling Ginseng, he came to the front of more than thirty Tianyuan Fruit seedlings.

The seedlings were about three inches long, with thick white mist condensing around their slender, emerald-green leaves. The mist billowed and swirled, making the entire spiritual field seem as if it were shrouded in a thin white veil.

Once the Heavenly Origin Fruit matures, one can obtain finished Turtle-Crane Origin Pills, pill formula experience packs, and Ten-Thousand-Year Spiritual Milk with a powerful ripening effect from the light cluster. Among the countless spiritual plants he cultivates, although its grade is average, it holds an extraordinary position and cannot be allowed to be damaged in any way.

Finally, he arrived at the Sword Grass Spirit Field area.

After successively harvesting the Boundless Sword Grass and the Silent Extinction Sword Grass, the number of high-grade sword grasses in the spirit field decreased significantly. Only the Ice Soul Cold Light Sword Grass and the Netherworld Blood Transformation Sword Grass, which was cultivated for his fellow disciples, remained at the seventh grade level.

Among them, the Ice Soul Cold Light Sword Grass has entered the mature stage. The sword energy surrounding the sword grass is even more sharp, and the chilling aura spreads everywhere. A flash of ice crystal world condenses nearby. Even with Lu Xuan's mid-stage Nascent Soul realm, his physical body, soul, and even his Nascent Soul cannot help but tremble when he enters it.

Another Netherworld Blood-Transforming Sword Grass also entered a rapid growth phase. As countless tiny sword energies moved about, they drew out thin, blood-red lines. These lines exuded a faint bloody aura and were filled with an extremely strong killing intent.

"It's a pity that the growth of high-level sword grass spirit seeds in the very center of Heart Sword Lake is a bit slow. Otherwise, I could cultivate all the high-level sword grasses in the entire Dongxuan Sword Sect."

Lu Xuan smiled slightly. With his reputation as the strongest logistics plant master in the history of the Sword Sect, anyone who obtains a high-grade sword herb would consider asking him to cultivate it for them.

Near the two Grade 7 sword grasses, there were also many Grade 5 sword grasses that he had improved, and even some Grade 6 Killing Prison Suppressing Sword Grasses.

After tasting the benefits of improving high-level sword grass, he never gave up on this path and continued to conduct various experiments.

It's just a pity for the scabbard; it can't even remember the last time a great sword entered its body.

After cultivating all the spiritual plants in the cave, Lu Xuan instructed the white ape to guard the cave well before entering the spiritual flower space.

Compared to the initial scene, the small world within the spirit flower has expanded immeasurably. With its own rich spiritual energy, coupled with the nourishment from the dragon veins that Lu Xuan had specially buried, the Nine Heavens Thunder-Guiding Stele, and other high-level treasures, it has become a veritable grotto-heaven.

Lu Xuan flew into the void, and with a thought, he instantly found the Void-Containing Immortal Vine, which seemed to be integrated with the void.

This innate spiritual root has been planted for nearly a hundred years, but unfortunately its growth rate is extremely limited. He can only sense something mysterious spreading out from the plant and into the depths of the endless void, seemingly drawing some special nutrients from the end of the void.

After successfully cultivating the Void-Containing Immortal Vine, Lu Xuan arrived in front of the ninth-grade Xuanhuang Tree.

After absorbing the blessed land essence obtained from the Heavenly Sword Sect in the Cloud Void Domain, the Xuanhuang Tree's growth rate was greatly enhanced. The Xuanhuang and Xuanhuang spiritual energies intertwined and flowed, hanging down in wisps, creating a magnificent spectacle.

"The Blood Nether Thunder Gourd is growing quite well after receiving sufficient nurturing conditions."

"Although it is still a long way from being fully mature."

"In addition, since I have mastered the Minor Teleportation Technique and the Universe in My Sleeve, two spatial supernatural abilities, I have considerable expertise in the Dao of Space, and the growth rate of the Sumeru Seed is within an acceptable range."

"Only one drop of true spirit blood remains on the Nine True Spirit Leaves. The other eight leaves are growing at different rates. The first two or three leaves have almost reached maturity."

Lu Xuan arrived in front of the Nine True Spirit Leaf that he had nurtured for the spirit of the pagoda. Gazing at the illusory figure of the true spirit that seemed to be breaking free from the world within the leaf, he sighed inwardly.

"Speaking of which, it's been a long time since I've heard from that little spirit. I miss it quite a bit."

Lu Xuan smiled slightly and continued to cultivate the other high-level spiritual plants.

Yin-Yang Thunder Wood, Crimson Dragon Fruit, Evergreen Divine Wood, True Qi Mystic Gourd, Nine-Aperture Ginseng Fruit, Three Corpse Wood...

"There are just too many eighth-grade and ninth-grade spiritual plants, and even innate spiritual roots and Dao fruits. If we want to cultivate them successfully under normal conditions, who knows when it will take?"

He wanted to quickly obtain the light clusters of high-level spiritual plants as rewards, so naturally he couldn't wait for them to mature normally.

Therefore, even though he possessed treasures that could accelerate growth, such as the Divine Wood Green Pot, Taiyi Green Spirit Liquid, Creation Spirit Dew, and Ten Thousand Year Spirit Milk, Lu Xuan still craved more.

"Once the Xuanji Tree Mother is moved in, I wonder if it can provide these high-level spiritual plants with a more suitable spiritual environment for growth."

Thinking of his promise to the mysterious Xuanji Tree Mother in the Tree Realm, Lu Xuan felt much more at ease.

Since I already have the ancient beast, the Azure Horned Thunder Rhinoceros, in my personal space, I wouldn't mind having another mysterious and ancient Xuanji Tree Mother. "Everything is ready. I just need to break through to the late Nascent Soul stage. I hope the Tree Mother will be safe and sound before I go to fulfill my promise."

Lu Xuan had planned a space for the Xuanji Tree Mother in his mind and was about to leave his personal space when he suddenly sensed a slight disturbance coming from the living area of ​​the Thunder Hou Beast clan.

A lightning mark flickered with a faint silver-white light. When Lu Xuan approached, the light became noticeably brighter, as if something in an unknown space was calling to him.

"Senior Qingjiao Leisi has finally returned?"

Lu Xuan was overjoyed.

After offering up the seventh-grade longevity spirit item, the Tortoise and Crane Yuan Pill, the Azure Horned Thunder Rhinoceros, which had been dormant for many years, had a change of heart. Taking advantage of its strength returning to its peak, it went alone to a mysterious cave to find high-grade spirit seeds for Lu Xuan.

This departure lasted for several years.

Finally, news about it has arrived.

This instantly put Lu Xuan, who had already become close friends with Lei Si despite their age difference, at ease.

This lightning mark was left by the Thunder Rhino when it left. It can respond to Lu Xuan within a certain distance so that Lu Xuan can go to the void to meet it.

After all, the Dongxuan Sword Sect is a large and powerful organization, and it is impossible for them to allow a ten-thousand-year-old spirit beast to roam around the Sword Sect. If they want to return to the Sword Sect and enter the Spirit Flower without being exposed, Lu Xuan will have to go and meet them.

"It's good that you've returned safely. I wonder if you brought back any high-level spirit seeds for me."

When the Azure Horned Thunder Rhino left, it was full of ambition, looking like a ten-thousand-year-old spirit beast still struggling hard, which made Lu Xuan look forward to its journey.

He put away the Thunder Mark, passed through the Ten Directions Annihilation Sword Formation, and sped off in the direction indicated by the mark.

With numerous high-level treasures protecting him, especially various escape techniques, magical artifacts, and talismans, coupled with his trust in the Azure Horned Thunder Rhino, he was not worried about encountering any risks.

"Hmm? Something seems off."

Even when they were still a hundred miles away, Lu Xuan spotted the Azure Horned Thunder Rhino, but he also noticed that the Azure Horned Thunder Rhino was not in good condition.

A faint black light flashed within the protective lightning. At first glance, the elusive black light exuded an endless aura of filth and evil, clinging to the body like a persistent, insidious ailment.

Qingjiao Leisi's expression also revealed a weariness that had never been seen before.

Even when it was besieged by three Nascent Soul cultivators in the Thunder Sea of ​​Cloud Void Domain, it never showed such a dilapidated state.

He immediately became alert, his sleeves billowed without wind, and a faint phantom of a lotus platform flashed beneath his feet. He held the Silent Extinction Law Sword Grass in one hand and the Myriad Mile Instant Shadow Talisman in the other. At the same time, the Divine Firmament True Thunder deep within his sea of ​​consciousness stirred restlessly.

"We're still being too cautious. We're already in the Sword Sect's territory. Even if there are any powerful demons, they won't be able to cause any trouble."

After a subconscious reaction, Lu Xuan belatedly realized what was happening, smiled and shook his head, and after confirming that there was nothing unusual, he headed towards the Azure Horned Thunder Rhinoceros.

"Senior Lei Si, what's wrong with you?"

He sent his greetings from afar.

"Young Master Lu, it's you."

Upon hearing Lu Xuan's familiar voice, the Azure Horned Thunder Rhino dispelled its protective lightning, a hint of relief flashing in its eyes.

"I was besieged by demons and accidentally attacked by demonic energy that I couldn't dispel. Fortunately, I'm not seriously injured. I'll go back first."

"Alright, I will take you back to the Sword Sect and treat you there."

Lu Xuan said in a deep voice.

He possesses the special ability to grasp detailed information about spirit beasts, the Divine Firmament True Thunder which has a natural restraining effect on demons, the extremely powerful healing supernatural power Myriad Trees Spring Life Seal, and numerous healing treasures, making him extremely confident in healing the Azure Horned Thunder Rhinoceros's injuries.

A few dozen breaths later, he led the Azure Horned Thunder Rhinoceros back to the area where the Thunder Hou beast clan was located.

"It is indeed a kind of demonic energy pollution called the Nine Sons Black Heaven Demon."

Lu Xuan casually fed the Azure Horned Thunder Rhinoceros a Thunderstorm Lotus seed and then nodded.

"However, I, Lu, am perfectly capable of solving this problem of demonic energy for you, senior."

"There may be some pain during the treatment, please bear with it."

He spoke gently, and then with a thought, the golden lightning mark deep within his sea of ​​consciousness instantly appeared, and countless tiny divine lightning bolts surged out like fish, vying to surround the black light hidden within the Thunder Rhino's body.

As if disturbed by the Divine Firmament True Thunder, the black light surged wildly into the depths of the Thunder Rhino's body, leaving behind traces of varying depths and foul odors wherever it went.

"Hmph, a desperate struggle."

Lu Xuan snorted coldly. Under the control of his divine sense, the Divine Firmament True Lightning transformed into countless pale golden lightning threads, as if condensing into a fine lightning net on the surface and inside the Thunder Rhino's body. Even when the black light split into sizes that were indistinguishable to the naked eye, it had nowhere to hide. With a slight crackling sound, it turned into wisps of black smoke and completely dissipated in the air.

After a while, he withdrew the countless pale golden divine lightning bolts that were wandering within the Azure Horned Thunder Rhino's body. Then, he unleashed the Myriad Trees Spring Life Seal, and a faint, vibrant green light silently covered the Thunder Rhino's massive body, slowly nourishing every part of its body and restoring it to normal.

"Alright, senior's injuries have fully recovered."

He smiled and said to Qingjiao Leisi.

"You're truly amazing, kid. You actually possess such a divine thunder technique."

"The Green Horned Thunder Rhino said in a muffled voice, as if thunder were exploding in Lu Xuan's ears."

It was already proficient in thunder magic and naturally had some understanding of the Divine Firmament True Thunder. However, having spent so much time with Lu Xuan and witnessed countless of his amazing techniques, it was no longer surprised.

"I learned it by chance, and I practiced a lot in my spare time when cultivating spiritual plants, which is why I have achieved what I have today."

Lu Xuan said modestly.

"Alright, I know you too well, kid."

Even with its millennia-old composure, the Azure Horned Thunder Rhino couldn't help but roll its eyes upon hearing Lu Xuan's words, as streaks of deep azure lightning poured from its mouth and nose.

"Let's get down to business."

"Although we encountered several waves of demons during this trip for some unknown reason, we successfully found the cave that is closely related to our clan, and thus found the high-level spiritual seed hidden deep in our memories."

"Here you are, young Lu, this is the ninth-grade spirit seed I found for you."

Qingjiao Leisi seemed unconcerned about the previous demonic invasion, his tone carrying a hint of pride and self-satisfaction.

A spirit seed shimmering with a faint blue light floated in front of Lu Xuan.

(End of this chapter)