Chapter 137: Chapter 124: Jiang Ningxue Pledges Allegiance, Ma Wu Presents a Treasure! (Double Chapter)
Dragon-Binding Wood?
This is indeed the spiritual material Gu Yuan urgently needs.
But he still shook his head: "Not enough!"
A single piece of Spirit Wood can only cultivate a single Dharma Seal, its value cannot compare to a living Foundation Establishment Cultivator.
"What does Senior Brother intend to do?"
Bian Chuyao was not surprised by this result, and asked again.
"I want to forge good relationships and recruit a following."
Gu Yuan smiled lightly.
"Does Senior Brother intend to have this woman serve you?"
"To be honest, Senior Sister, Senior Brother Luu Guan from Azure Firmament Peak has already exchanged a strand of Spiritual Qi with me. His newly appointed Foundation Establishment underlings will serve me for fifty years. Moreover, all his Qi Refining Cultivators are at my disposal for the conquest of Red Moon River."
Bian Chuyao fell silent for a long while before she smiled wryly and said, "If it’s ordinary cultivators, serving Senior Brother is no issue. But this woman is exceptionally talented, a prized member of Ruyi Peak. Having her as a fighter for Senior Brother might be..."
"What does it matter to me? Does Junior Sister wish to aid the enemy? In the Daoist School, there are many under a hundred years old in the Foundation Establishment stage. The True Inheritance Position is not set in stone. Is such a prodigy not a fierce tiger beside my bed?"
Gu Yuan waved his sleeve and spoke indifferently.
He’s actually not afraid of so-called prodigies, just another round of Magical Combat.
To aid the enemy to grow and then become an obstacle again is truly a foolish endeavor.
He’s not the type to raise a formidable enemy to temper himself.
"In that case, let Senior Sister Shen discuss with Senior Brother herself!"
Bian Chuyao couldn’t make the decision. After all, her role today is merely a broker.
Thinking of this, she waved her hand and directly released a Sound Transmission Talisman, which flew toward Ruyi Peak.
"Please wait a moment, Senior Brother. Senior Sister Shen will arrive shortly."
Bian Chuyao released the talisman and then requested Gu Yuan.
Gu Yuan naturally didn’t mind.
The time to conquer Red Moon River is running out, and he hopes to finalize this matter soon to gain the utmost support.
"How does Senior Brother plan to allocate the subsequent Spiritual Qi?"
During the wait, Bian Chuyao didn’t remain idle and asked about Gu Yuan’s thoughts.
"Just seeking those with pure heart and who can assist me."
Gu Yuan simply replied.
But he was already planning to release news after tomorrow for a Spiritual Qi competition.
Those who could connect with him have probably visited in recent days. The rest can compete among themselves.
However, the competition method may not only involve combat or wealth. If there are those skilled in the Hundred Skills of Cultivation, Gu Yuan intends to nurture a few.
From today’s cultivation practice, he already understood that future cultivation might require external assistance.
Among the many Qi Refining Cultivators of the Daoist School, he has already seen their aptitude at the Flowing Cloud Banquet. In terms of combat, there doesn’t seem to be anyone exceptionally talented, so it might be better to cultivate several Foundation Establishment Cultivators skilled in Alchemy and Artifact Refining to become his foundation and pave the way for his cultivation.
"You might consider Ma Wu of Three Flames Cave, Senior Brother."
Bian Chuyao suddenly recommended someone.
"Oh?"
Gu Yuan looked at her curiously.
"Senior Brother, don’t misunderstand. I haven’t received any benefits from this person. However, he had a peculiar opportunity. During the Flowing Cloud Banquet, he used what should be the ’Fire-Devouring Celestial Seal,’ which I’ve seen mentioned in our clan’s Secret Manual. It’s a Secret Seal once passed down by a Golden Core Sect named ’Red Mist Sect.’
"This sect specialized in Fire Technique, with numerous Fire Seals within, especially the Fire-Devouring Celestial Seal, renowned for its profound mystery. It can devour all Spirit Fire into the stomach. If cultivated to the extreme, not only is one immune to all fire, but one can also forge the body with it, enhancing the Root Bone."
"That day, if I hadn’t consumed the Flowing Flame Golden Fruit, I might not have been able to overcome him."
"Senior Brother doesn’t cultivate Fire Technique, so this seal is useless to you. However, since this person is able to cultivate this seal, he might have obtained the legacy of the Red Mist Sect. The Red Mist Sect was once a Golden Core Sect, and he, a Qi Refining Cultivator, might not have fully uncovered its secrets. If Senior Brother takes him in, you might gain his opportunity!"
"Moreover, even if you don’t obtain his opportunity, the Red Mist Sect excelled in Fire Technique, and there’s also profound mystery in Alchemy, which might assist Senior Brother."
Bian Chuyao smiled, then took out a transcribed Secret Manual and handed it to Gu Yuan.
The Secret Manual contained records of the Red Mist Sect.
This sect was glorious a millennium ago but later waned due to a disconnect in inheritance within the sect, leading to the fall of Golden Core and subsequent internal strife. This turmoil was extensive, ultimately leading to the collapse of the entire sect into ruins. The Secret Realm within also disappeared without a trace.
"During the Flowing Cloud Banquet, you specifically asked this person’s name. Were you intending to recruit him?"
"My Spiritual Qi must naturally be given to the clan, leaving none to share. But I know Senior Brother’s strength is unparalleled, and surely extra Spiritual Qi to spare; if there truly is a Secret Realm, I can serve in advance, just hoping Senior Brother won’t mind..."
Bian Chuyao blinked and smiled slyly.
She shared this information with Gu Yuan, naturally intending to gain some benefits. However, she didn’t force the issue, merely playing out her ’gentle maiden’ persona. If she gains something, she gains it; if not, so be it.
"That’s a matter for another time. There may not even be a Secret Realm for us to explore. However, this person indeed deserves some attention..."
Gu Yuan put away the Secret Manual and nodded slightly.
Ma Wu’s strength was evident during the Flowing Cloud Banquet. His Top-Grade Spiritual Sense and exceptional encounters, if not confronted with the Bian Chuyao who consumed the Flowing Flame Golden Fruit, would have undoubtedly secured a slot, and an Upper Seventh Grade one at that.
