Gou Dao and Cultivation of Immortals, Start from Farming

Countless mysteries and subtleties about puppetry surged in Li Mu's mind, and soon he accepted the inheritance of "The Heavenly Puppetry Sutra".

Li Mu opened his eyes and woke up. There was a twinkle of starlight in his eyes, revealing a wisdom that saw through the essence of all things.

"Congratulations, Pavilion Master, for obtaining the supreme Taoist weapon!"

Feeling the extraordinary power of the Eight-Sided Puppet-Suppressing Plate, Liu Yalan looked at Li Mu with envy and congratulated him sincerely.

Only at this time did Liu Yalan realize that there were so many Tiankui Jade Tablets, and that they were fragments of a Taoist weapon. How could Li Mu have collected them all? This achievement could not be explained by mere luck. She couldn't help but feel admiration in her heart.

"Haha, Shopkeeper Liu, you have made an invaluable contribution to this matter." Li Mu smiled heartily, and with an idea, he took out several bottles of exquisite pills from the Tianxuan Ring and handed them to Liu Yalan.

"I give you these elixirs as rewards. I hope they can help you cross the threshold of the Spiritual Transformation Realm." Li Mu said with a smile, and introduced in detail: "This bottle is called the sixth-level 'Bi Luo Concentrated Spirit Pill'. It is made of Bi Luo grass as the main material, combined with rare materials such as deep-sea sand and cloud and mist spiritual dew. Taking this pill can calm your mind and stabilize your spirit. It can effectively relieve the impetuousness and anxiety caused by the agitation of spiritual power during the practice process, make your mind more peaceful, and help you to deeply understand the way of heaven and lay a solid mental foundation for the advancement to the Spiritual Transformation Realm."

As he spoke, Li Mu gently turned around and picked up another bottle: "This bottle is the 'Purple Thunder Pill'. This pill is specially designed to strengthen the body. This pill contains the power of thunder. After taking it, the power of thunder will gently temper your body, remove impurities, strengthen your physique, and make your physical strength match your spiritual power cultivation, so that when you advance to the God Transformation Stage and overcome the tribulation, your physical body will be ready for transformation."

Then, Li Mu pointed to the third green pill bottle and said, "This is the sixth-level 'Xuan Yuan Dan'. It has a mild medicinal property and is a good medicine for stabilizing the foundation and nourishing the soul. It is made of Xuan Yuan Fruit as the core, supplemented by a variety of precious medicinal materials such as thousand-year-old Ganoderma lucidum and Earth Spirit Milk. After taking it, it can penetrate into the bone marrow, nourish your soul and foundation, make your cultivation more stable, reduce the risk of breakthrough, and pave a smooth road for the road to transformation."

Following Li Mu's introduction, three bottles of elixir appeared in front of Liu Yalan one after another, emitting an alluring medicinal fragrance and containing endless vitality and power. Her eyes flashed with shock and gratitude, her hands trembled slightly, and she could hardly believe what she saw.

"Master, this... this is too precious!" Liu Yalan's voice was choked with sobs. She knew the value of these elixirs and understood Li Mu's expectations and trust in her. She had never thought that she could get such a precious reward.

"Haha, Master Liu, you're welcome. We still have quite a few of these elixirs. You'll need to sell them to exchange for more spiritual materials." Li Mu laughed, then took out a storage ring from his arms and handed it to Liu Yalan, indicating, "The spiritual objects this time, including the puppet artifacts, can be sold as soon as possible. There are quite a few. If you need more, just come back."

Liu Yalan nodded in understanding, took the storage ring, probed it with her spiritual sense, and was immediately shocked.

The space inside the storage ring is vast, with a wide variety of spiritual objects and puppet artifacts neatly arranged, each emitting a powerful spiritual light. There are several Taoist artifacts, hundreds of bottles of elixirs, and thousands of high-level talismans, which are priceless. With such a huge amount of money, even the treasure house of the Treasure Pavilion seems inferior to it. Liu Yalan felt an indescribable excitement and shock in her heart.

Every time Liu Yalan brought a large amount of high-level spiritual materials to the Pavilion Master for transactions, she would experience some shock. The Pavilion Master refined Taoist instruments, various high-level spiritual talismans, and gradually added spiritual pills and high-level puppets.

However, this time was particularly different. The high-quality puppet artifacts in the storage ring occupied a considerable amount of space. They had various shapes, some were lifelike like real people, and some were very mechanical, but they all revealed an extraordinary aura. Not only were there a large number of puppets, there were both fifth- and sixth-level ones, as many as three thousand of them, and each one was carefully refined, and both the choice of materials and the puppet formation patterns had reached an extremely high level.

"Pavilion Master, the number of these puppets is really amazing!" Liu Yalan couldn't help but speak, looking at Li Mu and asking curiously: "With such a large number and high quality, how many puppet masters did the sect recruit to refine sixth-level puppets?"

Li Mu smiled slightly and glanced at Mingyue, the seventh-level puppet beside him. At this moment, she was staring straight at the eight-sided puppet-suppressing plates, her eyes full of desire.

"No, the origin of these puppets is indeed due to some special reasons. However, I cannot tell you for the time being." Li Mu smiled apologetically and said, "Get rid of them as soon as possible. If you have the means, exchange them for some high-level spiritual wood or spiritual ore suitable for refining high-level puppets."

"Yes! Pavilion Master, I will handle it as soon as possible and try my best to search for the high-level spiritual wood and spiritual minerals you need." Liu Yalan nodded in understanding without any unhappiness.

"Well, go and do your work, and call that kid Maoshan in." Li Mu smiled and gestured.

Liu Yalan retreated in response. Although she had many questions in her mind, she understood that Li Mu had his own considerations and it was inconvenient to ask more questions.

After watching Liu Yalan leave, Li Mu turned to look at Mingyue and asked with a smile: "Why, do you want this?"

"Well! Master, can you give it to me?" Mingyue nodded and spoke coquettishly to Li Mu, her eyes fixed on the eight-sided puppet-suppressing plate, as if it was not only a spiritual object, but also the key to an unknown world.

Li Mu narrowed his eyes and hesitated slightly. The valuable "Heavenly Puppet Casting Dao Sutra" contained in the eight-sided puppet-suppressing token had been collected and passed down by him. It was not impossible to give the eight-sided puppet-suppressing token to Mingyue to drive it. However, giving an eighth-level puppet Taoist weapon containing a powerful weapon spirit to Mingyue to use might harm her instead. She would not be able to fully control it and might even suffer from the backlash.

Mingyue is a seventh-order puppet spirit that Li Mu created by using a large amount of high-level spiritual materials and combining 1,500 divine patterns. Her wisdom and spirituality are extraordinary. Not only is she proficient in combat skills, she also displays amazing talent in puppet construction and spiritual power control. Her existence has long surpassed the scope of ordinary puppets, and she is Li Mu's most trusted right-hand man, especially in assisting in refining fifth- and sixth-order puppets.

For a hundred years, Li Mu has been preparing for the coming depletion of spiritual energy and the end of the Dharma era. The birth of the puppet Dao Mingyue is one of them.

Li Mu combined the technological civilization of his previous life with the puppetry of this world to create an unprecedented fusion and innovation, bringing the puppet-making technique to a new level. Combining the power of divine patterns, he incorporated the concept of intelligence into the puppet, allowing puppet spirits like Mingyue to possess more complex and flexible thinking and decision-making capabilities.

Under Li Mu's careful design and guidance, Mingyue not only mastered traditional puppet combat skills, but also learned to use modern scientific and technological means such as data analysis and strategy planning to optimize the combat process and improve combat efficiency. He was able to quickly analyze the enemy's weaknesses, formulate the most effective attack plan, and flexibly adjust strategies in battle to achieve the greatest victory at the lowest cost.

In addition, Mingyue also demonstrated her outstanding ability in assisting in the refining of high-level puppets. She was able to accurately control the flow of spiritual power, ensuring that each divine pattern was perfectly integrated into the puppet's body, making the puppets she refined not only of superior quality, but also with more unique performance and characteristics.

The Eight-sided Puppet-Suppressing Plate is an eighth-rank Taoist weapon, and its spirit is still in the process of awakening. It is both powerful and dangerous. Contained within it is not only the powerful power of puppets, but it is also likely to cause unknown changes.

However, looking at Mingyue's eyes full of expectation and desire, Li Mu's heart could not help but soften. "Master, with this, I can help you refine more puppets and control more puppet armies!" Mingyue seemed to see Li Mu's hesitation, and her eyes flashed with endless enthusiasm and desire for the Eight-sided Puppet Suppression Card. She added eagerly: "Moreover, I will practice harder and live up to the master's expectations, so that this spiritual card can play the greatest value in my hands, and I can use the power of this card to advance as soon as possible."

"The weapon has just been fused, and its spirit has not yet fully awakened. If you come into conflict with it, I'm afraid you will be hurt." Li Mu frowned and said worriedly.

Although Mingyue is strong, he is only a seventh-level puppet spirit. Facing an eighth-level Taoist weapon spirit that has not yet fully awakened, the danger he faces is difficult to estimate.

"No, Master. It and I are both puppet spirits. We are of the same path. Not only will it not hurt me, but it will help me." Mingyue's words were filled with unquestionable confidence. Her bright eyes seemed to be able to see through everything. She said seriously, "I will use my puppet heart to sense its pulse and use my wisdom to guide it, so that it will become a sharp sword in my hand instead of a hidden danger."

Hearing this, Li Mu's eyes flickered slightly, and he pondered in his heart. He knew that although Mingyue was a puppet spirit, her wisdom and spirituality were far beyond ordinary, and she had unique insights and talents in the way of puppets. Perhaps, as Mingyue said, there was indeed some special connection between her and the eight-sided puppet-suppressing card, which allowed her to control this power more easily.

"Since you are so confident, I will not say any more." Li Mu finally gave in, nodded, and said, "This eight-sided puppet-suppressing token is not only an auxiliary Taoist tool, but also the essence of puppetry. What I am worried about is not that its value will be wasted by you, but whether you can truly control it and not let it become a burden to you."

"Master, I!" Mingyue wanted to say something.

Li Mu waved his hand, signaling it was unnecessary to say more. Then, he grabbed the eight-sided puppet-suppressing cards and invested a trace of his spiritual consciousness, leaving a trace of his soul in the array just in case.

Li Mu handed the eight-sided puppet-suppressing plaque to Mingyue and reminded her, "I'm handing this plaque over to you, but remember, you must do everything within your ability and not rush for quick success. If something goes wrong, I will take it back."

"Thank you, Master. I will use it with caution."

Mingyue took the eight-sided puppet-suppressing cards with both hands, her eyes sparkling with excitement, and she thanked happily again and again.

After saying that, Mingyue tightly grasped the Eight-Sided Puppet-Suppressing Plate with both hands, closed her eyes and concentrated, eagerly refining the Eight-Sided Puppet-Suppressing Plate. As spiritual power was slowly injected, the surface of the Eight-Sided Puppet-Suppressing Plate began to emit a faint fluorescence, as if it had been activated. Ancient spiritual patterns emerged, gradually becoming vivid, releasing endless power.

Li Mu's mind moved, and he discovered something. He waved his hand and put the bright moon and the eight-sided puppet-suppressing cards into the treasure house of the painting world.

At this moment, Lin Maoshan took small steps and respectfully walked up to Li Mu, knelt down and saluted solemnly, saying: "Disciple, I pay my respects to the Master!"

"Well! Get up!" Li Mu nodded with a smile.

Lin Maoshan quickly stood up, feeling a little nervous as he faced Li Mu's scrutinizing gaze. For a moment he didn't know how to say what he had prepared before.

The master had a peaceful personality and was not very strict with them, but they had very few opportunities to meet each other, and before they knew it, the last time they met was ten years ago.

During the past ten years, Lin Maoshan has been exploring the path of cultivation alone. Although he has made some progress, he knows that he is still far from meeting his master's expectations. At this moment, facing his master's familiar yet slightly unfamiliar face, he feels mixed emotions, including the joy of reunion and the shame of his lack of progress in cultivation.

Seeing this, Li Mu smiled gently, as if he saw through Lin Maoshan's thoughts, and said with a gentle smile: "Maoshan, don't be nervous. The Qixuan Sect is handed over to you for management. You have done a good job. As for the progress of cultivation, the simultaneous cultivation of the five elements is slow. The fact that you can have today's cultivation is enough to prove your hard work. Your teacher has neglected to teach you, so I will not blame you."

"Master! I am unworthy of your praise." Lin Maoshan bowed hurriedly, his tone full of humility and gratitude. "I know that my cultivation is still shallow, and I have many shortcomings in managing the sect. Fortunately, the sect has worked together to maintain its stability. Master, I am really unworthy of your praise."

"No need to be polite, I already know why you are here, but I'm afraid I can't satisfy you." Li Mu smiled slightly, looked at Lin Maoshan meaningfully, and revealed.

A trace of disappointment flashed across Lin Maoshan's face, but he still wanted to say something respectfully.

Li Mu waved his hand and summoned a five-color ring device. He smiled and said, "This device is for you. Use it to assist in your cultivation. The effect should not be too bad."

"Master, this..." Lin Maoshan looked at the five-colored ring suspended in the air, with a flash of shock and disbelief in his eyes. The ring was emitting colorful light, and each color contained the powerful power of the five elements. It was obviously an extremely precious Taoist device.

"This is the 'Five Elements Spirit Ring', which is your master's protective treasure. Although it is not a top-notch magic weapon, it can help you gather the power of the five elements and speed up your practice. Since you have already practiced all five elements, this ring is the most suitable aid for you." Li Mu explained with a smile and encouraged.

Lin Maoshan took the Five Elements Spirit Ring with trembling hands, and felt the majestic power of the Five Elements contained in it. His heart was filled with great excitement and gratitude: "Master, I will never forget your kindness! I will live up to your high expectations, practice hard, and strive to advance as soon as possible!"

Li Mu nodded with satisfaction and reminded: "The road of cultivation is long and arduous. Remember not to rush for quick success. Although it is difficult to cultivate all five elements at the same time, once you achieve great success, its power is incomparable to that of a single attribute. Since you have this determination and talent, you should persevere, so that you can make a name for yourself in the world of cultivation."

"Disciple will remember the master's teachings!" Lin Maoshan bowed again and carefully put away the Five Elements Spirit Ring.

"Go, the sect still needs your care. If you have any questions, you can come to me." Li Mu waved his hand, indicating that Lin Maoshan could leave.

"Thank you, Master!" Lin Maoshan bowed to Li Mu again to express his gratitude, then turned around and walked away slowly. (End of this chapter)