The moonlight is like water, filling the courtyard of the sect master's mansion. The hazy silver glow adds a bit of mystery and romance to this quiet space. In the courtyard, the lights are bright, like stars, complementing the moonlight in the night sky. Together, Create a quiet and peaceful atmosphere.
Li Mu sat quietly at the stone table, with a tall and straight posture and an outstanding temperament. He held a cup of spiritual tea in his hand, and the fragrance of tea lingered.
Beside the stone table, Xueer accompanied him quietly, her clear eyes full of admiration for Li Mu. She was wearing a plain white dress, like a fairy from the Moon Palace descending to earth. Fresh and refined, her eyes never leave Li Mu. It seems that in this quiet night, he is the only one left in her world.
Li Mu took a sip of the spiritual tea, and the aroma of the tea quickly spread in his mouth, with a unique sweetness and fragrance, which was invigorating and refreshing. Li Mu closed his eyes slightly, as if savoring the taste. .
"Master Li, does it taste good?" The only Bilingmu tea tree in Tianyun Lingshan-Bishui Lingquan produces only a few kilograms every year, which is extremely precious.”
Li Mu opened his eyes, looked at Xue'er and nodded with a smile, "It's really good tea, fragrant and mellow, with endless aftertaste. Xue'er took the trouble."
"Master Li, just like it!" Xue'er heard this. Her pretty face smiled brighter and brighter, and her heart was filled with joy.
"Well, shopkeeper Liu is here, why don't you make her a drink too!" At this time, Li Mu suddenly noticed something and looked in a certain direction.
As soon as the words fell, Liu Yalan's sword-wielding figure appeared in front of the two of them. She was wearing a lavender dress, and the skirt fluttered gently in the wind, like a fairy descending to earth.
Liu Yalan landed lightly in the yard, her eyes fell on Li Mu and Xueer, with a smile on her face. "Sect Master, Xue'er, it's so nice for you to enjoy tea here."
"Sister Liu, you're here. It just so happens that Xue'er has just brewed a pot of Bi Ya Ling tea. Come and try it too." Xue'er quickly poured the tea and greeted her.
When Liu Yalan heard this, a trace of curiosity flashed in her eyes. She walked to the stone table and sat down. She took the teacup handed over by Xueer and took a sip. A look of surprise appeared on her face and she praised: "The fragrance is sweet, cleansing the soul and enhancing spiritual consciousness. It is indeed a rare good tea."
Xueer was even more happy when she saw that Liu Yalan also liked this Bi Ya Ling tea, and smiled. She added another glass.
The three of them sat around the stone table, drinking tea and chatting.
“Master, in the past few years, Yalan has lived up to his expectations and reopened the Li Family Treasure House. In order to find the Nine Yin Spirit Grass, Canghai Blue Jade and other spiritual plants, at the same time, he also found the reverse Please take a look at the clues about the dead spirit grass and several hard-to-find spiritual materials." Liu Yalan put down the teacup, took out a storage ring from her arms, and handed it to Li Mu to introduce.
Li Mu took the storage ring, and with a sweep of his mind, he saw a dazzling array of spiritual plants and high-level spiritual materials. Three Nine Yin Spirit Grasses were among them. Li Mu couldn't help but smile with satisfaction.
Among them, a green jade slip must have recorded the whereabouts of the anti-death spirit grass, the green dark sword bamboo, the time and space spirit lotus, and other dilute spiritual objects.
Li Mu quickly took out the jade slip, put it into his spiritual consciousness, and read the contents.
According to the content recorded on the jade slips, Li Mu learned about the suspected place where the anti-death spirit grass grows. It is deep in an ice field in the far north. The cold there is so cold that it is difficult for ordinary monks to approach. In a place in the ice field In the abyss, a void-refining monk accidentally discovered clues that appeared to be the appearance of the anti-death spirit grass while searching for spiritual materials.
A place where yin and yang meet at the core of the abyss. There is an aura of death and silence around it. Its leaves are dark black and emit a faint light, as if it has the power to swallow all life, and the blood is everywhere. , which is very consistent with the growth environment and mature scene required by the Anti-Death Spirit Grass.
The growth conditions of the anti-death spirit grass are extremely harsh. It usually grows in the two realms of yin and yang. It absorbs the power of yin and yang from heaven and earth, and absorbs the living soul as nutrients. It bears fruit for thousands of years and blooms for thousands of years. When the flowers bloom, the heaven and earth will appear and all ghosts will sing. , the heaven and earth show a blood-red light.
In addition to the death-defying spiritual grass, there are also several clues to sixth-level spiritual materials. However, there are no Qingming Sword Bamboo and Space-Time Spiritual Lotus that Li Mu wants, which makes him a little disappointed.
Noticing Li Mu's expression, Liu Yalan quickly said: "Master, I will try my best to collect and inquire about other spiritual creatures. Please give me more time."
Li Muwen He said, smiled and nodded, and said with relief: "It's okay. The remaining spiritual objects are really difficult to find. You can help me find the Nine Yin Spirit Grass and the clues to the Death-Reverse Spirit Grass in such a short time. I'm very satisfied, take your time with the rest!"
Xue'er echoed: "Yes! Sister Liu, you have worked very hard, there is no need to rush, you will find it if you take your time. ”
"Well, you can stay in the sect for the time being." Li Mu looked at Liu Yalan and gently invited: "In half a month, Qixuan Sect will hold a grand sect ceremony, and many experts will come to watch the ceremony. You By staying here, you can not only witness this grand event, but also take this opportunity to make some like-minded friends."
Hearing this, Liu Yalan's eyes flashed with excitement, and she happily agreed: "Understood, Master. There will definitely be many seniors coming to you for this sect ceremony. Don’t worry, I will do my best to entertain them and take the opportunity to expand Li’s Zhenbao House’s network.”
Li Mu. After listening to Liu Yalan's words, she opened her mouth slightly, trying to explain that she didn't mean it. However, after thinking about it, it seemed that this was indeed the case. With the countless spiritual treasures he has refined for Xuantian Sword Sect over the years, it is difficult for him not to become famous. Several elders of Qixuan Sect anxiously asked him to attend this ceremony, and they seemed to have this idea.
Thinking of this, Li Mu smiled helplessly and did not defend himself.
Half a month passed in a blink of an eye, and the day of the sect's grand ceremony finally arrived. On this day, Qixuan Sect was very lively, and guests from all over the world came in droves to witness this grand event.
For half a month, everyone in Qixuan Sect was immersed in a busy and joyful atmosphere. Inside and outside the sect, both the elders and disciples are busy preparing for the upcoming sect ceremony.
Every corner of the sect has been cleaned and spotless. The originally simple and elegant building now glows with new brilliance, as if every stone and tile is telling the history and glory of the sect.
The garden inside the sect is even more decorated with colorful flowers. Various spiritual flowers and herbs are blooming, exuding a faint fragrance, which makes people feel relaxed and happy. And those spiritual beasts and birds were also carefully dressed up. They danced gracefully or spread their wings and flew high, adding a touch of vivid color to the entire sect.
In addition to these, the spiritual energy in the sect has also become more abundant. This is because the elders of the sect deliberately spent a large amount of spiritual stones to run the Yin and Yang Five Elements Spirit Gathering Formation with all their strength, gathering the spiritual energy of the surrounding heaven and earth into the sect. The seven main peaks of the sect not only make the environment in the sect more pleasant, but also add a sense of solemnity and sanctity to the upcoming ceremony.
As the bells of the sect's grand ceremony rang, visitors from all over came riding spirit boats, Dharma chariots, spirit birds, or swords. The scene was spectacular and solemn. They came from different sects and cultivators. Some of the families were famous elders, and some were powerful overlords. Their arrival made the entire Qixuan Sect excited.
"Taiyi Immortal Sect, Elder Hu has arrived!" Following a loud voice, an old man with white beard and hair and an immortal spirit descended slowly. He was wearing a green robe, holding a jade sword, and he was majestic. It was Hu Tianyi from Taiyi Immortal Sect who arrived in person and immediately attracted everyone's attention and respect.
Immediately afterwards, another voice sounded: "Beiming Mansion, the Master of the Palace has arrived!"
I saw a middle-aged man with a burly figure and a majestic face. The man came riding a huge spiritual beast through the air. The Grand Master of the Northern Underworld Palace was one of the overlords of the northern region of the Zhongzhou Spiritual Domain. His arrival made the atmosphere of the ceremony even more lively.
Subsequently, Elder Qiu of the Xuantian Sect, Master Kunyuan of one of the eight major families, Master Shangguan Hongzun of the Shangguan family, and others also arrived one after another. They either rode spirit boats or drove spirit birds. , or flying with a sword, each showing their magical powers, which is dizzying.
Li Mu, together with the elders of Qixuan Sect, personally welcomed the arrival of the distinguished guests.
"Little friend Li, I haven't seen you for many years. How are you?"
Hu Yiming looked at Li Mu, who was wearing the uniform of the head of Qixuan Sect, and greeted him with a complicated expression.
"Senior Hu!" Li Mu returned the favor with a sincere smile on his face: "It's true that we haven't seen each other for many years, and it's really gratifying that the senior's style is still the same."
"Little friend Li, back then I Quanquan invited you to join our Taiyi Sect, but now you have joined the Xuantian Sword Sect. This has disappointed me for a long time!" Hu Yiming said resentfully as he looked at Li Mu but couldn't help laughing.
When Li Mu heard this, he felt helpless. Of course he understood what Hu Yiming meant. He did receive an invitation from Taiyi Sect, but in the end he chose to stay in Xuantian Sword Sect. This was not because he looked down on the Taiyi Sect, but because he was forced to join the Xuantian Sword Sect by chance.
At this time, an old man in red brocade robe walked out of the crowd, it was Qiu Yuanhong of Xuantian Sword Sect.
"Fellow Daoist Hu, you are in trouble." Qiu Yuanhong sighed softly, walked to Li Mu, and comforted him: "Elder Li joined Qixuan Sect by chance and in compliance with destiny. We will practice as well. People should follow nature and should not force it. What's more, after Elder Li joined the sect, he became prosperous and made extraordinary achievements. Why should Fellow Daoist Hu be obsessed with this? "
" said It's so easy, who knows if there is something unspeakable about Li Xiaoyou joining the Xuantian Sword Sect!" Hu Yiming smiled coldly, looked at Li Mu and said, "Li Xiaoyou, if you have any difficulties, just tell me, in this Zhongzhou Spiritual Realm, I am Taiyi! Zong Ye still has some weight and can make decisions for you."
Li Mu felt helpless, knowing that Hu Yiming still had grudges about joining the Xuantian Sword Sect, so he could only persuade him nicely: "Senior Hu, Thank you for your concern. My choice to join the Xuantian Sword Sect is a coincidence and a right choice. I have met many like-minded sect members and there is nothing you are worried about.”
"Really!"
Hearing this, Hu Yiming felt unwilling and stared into Li Mu's eyes, as if he wanted to see something from them. However, Li Mu's eyes were firm and calm, making it impossible for him to find any flaws.
At this moment, the ceremonial bell suddenly rang nine times in a row, the sound was loud and melodious, echoing throughout the hall. Immediately afterwards, a burst of singing came from the disciples of the Qixuan Sect as the distinguished guests arrived. The sound was clear and powerful.
"Shang Zong - Xuantian Sword Sect, Sword Master Feng, Sword Master Chen are here!"
As the chant fell, there was a "buzz" in the hall, and the originally bustling crowd suddenly It was as if his neck had been strangled, and his voice suddenly stopped. Everyone's eyes were looking outside the hall, looking forward to the arrival of the two distinguished guests.
Hu Yiming, Qiu Yuanhong, and the crowd at the scene stood up one after another, straightened their clothes, and bowed in salute. They knew that the arrival of these two sword masters not only showed respect for Qixuan Sect, but also recognized and encouraged them as practitioners.
After a while, I saw two middle-aged men wearing green robes and yellow brocade robes walking slowly into the hall. They had extraordinary temperament and calm demeanor. One had a sharp temperament, and the other was restrained and heavy. It is Sword Master Feng and Sword Master Chen of Xuantian Sword Sect who give people an otherworldly feeling.
Their appearance immediately attracted everyone's attention, and everyone stepped forward to salute to express welcome and respect.
Looking at the two sword masters, Hu Yiming was even more shocked. They never expected that the two sword masters, who were busy with everything, would show up in person at a sect ceremony of a mere sect. They must be aiming for it. It’s because of Li Mu’s face.
Sword Master Feng and Sword Master Chen smiled and nodded in response to the crowd. They glanced at Hu Yiming, and then their eyes locked on Li Mu who was surrounded by the crowd.
"Junior Brother Chen, this is Elder Li. Maybe one day you can ask him to refine Tao weapons for you." Sword Master Feng looked at Sword Master Chen beside him with a smile and recommended Li Muchao to him.
Sword Master Feng looked at Li Mu and introduced Sword Master Chen to him. He smiled kindly and introduced: "Elder Li, this is Chen Qingxuan, one of the seven sword masters of our sect. The spiritual seed of Qingming Sword Bamboo that you requested, Just ask him yourself."
Li Mu quickly bowed his hands to Chen Qingxuan and implored: "Junior Li Mu, I have met Sword Master Chen. I would be grateful if I could get Sword Master Chen to help me."
"Haha, Elder Li is too polite. I got the two Green Underworld Sword Bamboos in the Xuanling Secret Realm. However, it may not be easy for you to obtain the spiritual seeds of these bamboos! The Xuanling Secret Realm requires virtual cultivation to be safe. However, opportunities like Lingzhu breeding only come once in a thousand years, so you must be mentally prepared." Sword Master Chen laughed, then took out a jade slip and threw it to Li Mu: "This is a clue to the Xuanling Secret Realm. Send it. You should have met."
Li Mu took the jade slip, feeling excited and thanked him gratefully: "Jianzhu Chen, I will always remember your great kindness. No matter what the outcome is, I owe you a favor."
"Haha, I will remember this favor!" Sword Master Chen laughed loudly, patted Li Mu on the shoulder and promised happily: "Elder Li will help me refine a Taoist weapon in the future, and I will definitely be rich in reward. "
"Don't worry, Sword Master Chen. If this junior can one day refine a Taoist weapon, he will do his best." Li Mu was surprised by Sword Master Chen's directness, but he also responded respectfully.
Sword Master Chen laughed and didn't take it to heart. Refining Taoist weapons was not that simple. He came here at Sword Master Feng's invitation just to give Li Mu some face.
However, Li Mu was interested in refining Taoist weapons. Liu Yalan submitted three Nine Yin Spirit Grasses this time, and paired with the Nine Yang Spirit Grass, the spiritual energy was further improved, and the weapon was upgraded. With this technique, the period for refining seventh-level Taoist soldiers is not far away. (End of this chapter)