Novelink Chapter 199: For the Sect, Sacrifices Are Nothing
Chapter 199: For the Sect, Sacrifices Are Nothing
Chapter 199: For the Sect, Sacrifices Are Nothing
"Take, for example, planting Sword Grass in an environment rich in Fire Spirit Qi, then nourishing it with the intense sword intent. The mature Sword Grass might develop a burning effect."
"After generations of experimentation, this continuous process can lead to the improvement of Sword Grass varieties."
Shen Ye's expression softened, and he continued:
"However, improving Sword Grass is much more challenging than ordinary spiritual plants. During the cultivation process, normal Sword Grass needs the stimulation of sword qi. If you try to improve the variety, the sword qi and intent used for experimentation may harm the Sword Grass plants."
Lu Xuan nodded, a hint of confusion in his expression.
"Shen Senior Brother, according to what you said, the Sword Grass I cultivated long ago has been nourished with the Golden Sword Technique, but why didn't it show any abnormal state after maturing?"
"There are many factors."
"Firstly, Junior Brother Lu, you cultivated it in the miscellaneous market, where basic pure spiritual power cannot be guaranteed, let alone a special spiritual environment."
"Secondly, the sword qi you used to cultivate Sword Grass is the Golden Sword Technique, only at the first-grade level. It's somewhat strained to use it to cultivate second-grade Sword Grass."
"Moreover, if I'm not mistaken, Junior Brother Lu, in the process of cultivating Sword Grass, your mastery of the Golden Sword Technique has not reached the current grandmaster level, which also affects the final quality of Sword Grass."
"Of course, it's not entirely ineffective. I remember that the Sword Grass in your hands is sharper and sturdier than ordinary Sword Grass, likely influenced by the Golden Sword Technique."
Lu Xuan nodded slightly, indicating his understanding.
What Shen Ye said was true; his grandmaster-level Golden Sword Technique was achieved through continuous absorption of experience points.
"By the way, Junior Brother Lu, besides mastering the Golden Sword Technique, have you also practiced other sword arts after reaching the Foundation Establishment stage?"
"After advancing to the Foundation Establishment stage, I selected a technique called 'Four Seasons Sword Art' from the Scripture Pavilion."
Lu Xuan replied truthfully.
"The Four Seasons Sword Art... it's a high-grade sword art with endless variations, hard to defend against. Moreover, it's quite suitable for cultivating Sword Grass."
The mild-mannered cultivator affirmed.
"With Junior Brother Lu's talent in the path of the sword, I believe you can quickly elevate that sword technique to a profound realm. By then, you can certainly cultivate higher-quality Sword Grass."
Shen Ye looked at Lu Xuan with hopeful eyes.
"I appreciate Senior Brother's acknowledgment. My talent in sword cultivation is nothing remarkable within the sect."
Lu Xuan forced a smile.
"Junior Brother is too modest. It's not an easy task to advance a first-grade sword technique to the grandmaster level at the Qi Refinement stage, no matter where you are."
Lu Xuan was momentarily stunned, somewhat not reacting.
"Spending Sword Seals to ask me to cultivate Sword Grass and rewarding me with light clusters? Where can you find such a good thing?"
He solemnly accepted the ten Sword Grass spiritual seeds, saying each word with deep affection.
"For the sect, this sacrifice is nothing."
At Shen Ye's words, a sense of respect arose in his heart. Lu Xuan seemed particularly pleasing in his eyes.
He had a strong interest in planting Sword Grass, but sacrificing cultivation time to cultivate spiritual plants was absolutely impossible for him. Therefore, he admired Lu Xuan's choice.
After Lu Xuan toured the Sword Hall and received ten Sword Grass spiritual seeds, Shen Ye personally escorted him out of the Sword Hall's large array, watching him ride a spiritual crane into the clouds.
Back at the foot of the mountain, with a thought, faint threads of fine lines appeared and disappeared. Lu Xuan opened the flowing light formation and entered the mountain peak.
After a few breaths, he returned to the courtyard.
Getting ten Sword Grass spiritual seeds for free made him extremely happy. As he walked, his steps became much lighter.
Entering the house, Lu Xuan took out the ten Sword Grass spiritual seeds and placed them on the table.
"Never thought that one day, cultivating spiritual plants could bring such generous rewards."
Although the matured Sword Grass had to be returned to the Sword Hall, at least the light clusters that appeared during the cultivation process belonged entirely to him.
Considering his experience in cultivating so many spiritual plants, the rewards from light clusters were usually higher than
the value of the plants themselves.
"I must perform well and strive to obtain more and higher-grade Sword Grass spiritual seeds."
Lu Xuan silently made up his mind.
"During the cultivation process, I can try using different sword qi to nourish and stimulate Sword Grass, attempting to cultivate variant Sword Grass."
"Compared to other Sword Hall members, I have a natural advantage. With my immediate understanding of the state of Sword Grass, I can stimulate the plants without causing damage during the process."
"So, I can ensure that all Sword Grass matures completely. During cultivation, I can continuously make subtle adjustments, increasing the probability of Sword Grass mutation."
"The only problem now is that the comprehension of the 'Four Seasons Sword Art' is not deep enough."
Thinking to himself, Lu Xuan suddenly had a flash of inspiration in his mind.