I Practice Farming While the Rest Cultivates

"Of course, I wouldn't deceive you, brother."

Lu Xuan smiled slightly.

"At the moment, I am still exploring, so I can only say that I have some confidence."

"About how much?"

True Sword Master asked urgently.

Lu Xuan stretched out a hand.

"Fifty percent?!"

"Junior Brother Lu truly deserves the title of Spirit Plant Master! To have a 50% confidence in developing a new variety of Sixth Grade Sword Grass."

Jian Huanzhen couldn't stop praising, If the development were successful, Lu Xuan's Huanzhen Sword Peak would benefit considerably, and in the next Sword Peak competition, they could move up a few ranks.

Lu Xuan laughed without saying a word.

With the Nurturing Xuan Sword Sheath and the special environment of the Sword Tomb, along with his unique Spirit Plant skills, he was absolutely confident about improving the Sixth Grade Sword Grass, it was merely a matter of time.

Thus, when True Sword Master enquired, he gave a very conservative response.

But in Jian Huanzhen's eyes, this was already a huge, pleasant surprise. Once successful, Lu Xuan could be compared to historical greats of the Sword Sect.

"Fifty percent..."

"Junior Brother, rest assured, I still hold some sway in the Sect, and I will ensure that the Eighth Grade Sword Grass Spirit Seed will ultimately end up in your hands," Jian Huanzhen promised gravely after a moment's contemplation.

"Thank you, Senior Brother."

Lu Xuan nodded and gave thanks.

With Jian Huanzhen's promise, the likelihood of obtaining the Eighth Grade Sword Grass increased significantly. However, the most crucial thing was to rely on his own abilities. As long as he could develop a new variety of Sixth Grade Sword Grass before the gestation of the Spiritual Seed, everything else would fall into place naturally.

Chongxu Sword Peak.

"Brother Yan, have you returned from the Outer Domains?"

A Nascent Soul "Cultivator" with a transcendental aura entered a secluded cave abode and addressed a young man.

The youth's eyes were sharp as lightning, and his demeanor was cold—his surroundings laden with an oppressive, killing aura, indicating the countless slaughters he had endured.

He was one of the strongest Primordial Infant True Monarchs of Chongxu Sword Peak, named Yan Yishen, at the Mid Nascent Soul Stage Realm, possessing a once-in-a-millennium talent for Sword Dao, having spent most of his time exterminating Monster Demon and Evil Haunted Wills, thus creating a tremendous reputation in the Cultivation World and making countless contributions to the Sword Sect.

"I just returned less than two days ago."

Yan Yishen stated expressionlessly.

The transcendent "Cultivator" was used to this and continued,

"What have you gained from this trip?"

"I killed five Nascent Soul Level demonic beings, and countless others of lesser levels."

Yan Yishen stated casually, as though such feats were as simple as drinking water.

"As expected of Brother Yan."

The nearby "Cultivator" was secretly impressed.

"By the way, have you returned this time for that yet unbloomed Eighth Grade Sword Grass Spirit Seed from Dongxuan Realm?"

"Yes."

Yan Yishen nodded slightly.

He had been at the Mid Nascent Soul Stage for many years, and coincidentally lacked a suitable Sword Implement. If he could obtain that Eighth Grade Sword Grass and cultivate it to maturity, he would be well-prepared with a powerful weapon for the Late Nascent Soul Stage Realm.

"With your talent and strength, plus the numerous Monster Demon and Evil Haunted Wills you've hunted over the years, the Sect will surely consider you the top candidate."

"Hopefully," Yan Yishen's gaze drifted toward the distant sky filled with Sword Qi, his expression confident.

Qingwei Sword Peak.

"Junior Brother Xia, what brings you to see your Senior Brother?"

A crisp phoenix cry came from afar, and a shadow of a flaming phoenix instantly crossed the vast distance, landing in front of the deep green figure.

An elderly man, with white hair and beard and a profound aura, revealed his form and slightly bowed to the Qingwei Sword Master's incarnation.

"Brother Qingwei, I have come specifically for that Eighth Grade Sword Grass Spirit Seed."

"My lifespan is not much longer, and I have abandoned any hope of further advancement. I only wish to secure a heritage treasure for future generations, so they can continue within the Sword Sect."

The old man was Xia Qingdu, at the Late Nascent Soul Stage, who also possessed exceptional talents in Sword Dao, with an extraordinarily high aptitude; he had even improved a Fourth-Rank Sword Technique of the Sect during the Core Formation Realm.

"Eighth Grade Sword Grass Spirit Seed..."

"Would you like me to help you manage it, brother, and increase your chances?"

The Qingwei Sword Master's incarnation gently swayed and asked.

"Yes."

"I will do my best."

The deep green figure spoke softly.

"Brother, I didn't seek your help without a sure plan, please see..."

Xia Qingdu spoke gravely, and before he finished, a ghostly gray white jade slip slowly floated in front of the deep green figure.

"Hmm? Is this a new Fifth-Rank Sword Technique?"

The Qingwei Sword Master's incarnation uttered softly.

"Yes, after years of contemplation, I have finally created a new Fifth-Rank Sword Technique."

Xia Qingdu said proudly.

A Fifth-Rank Sword Technique, for smaller sects, could completely serve as a treasure of the sect and even within the Sword Sect, it held extremely high value.

"Not bad, with this, the likelihood of obtaining that Eighth Grade Spirit Seed has significantly increased."

The Qingwei Sword Master smiled and nodded.

"However, the competition is still extremely fierce."

"You must understand, even within the Sword Sect, an Eighth Grade Sword Grass Spirit Seed is rare in a century, and there are no fewer than a few among your fellow disciples who wish to obtain such a precious treasure."

The Qingwei Sword Master explained to Xia Qingdu about his competitors in detail.

"Wait, Lu Xuan? Is it that one from Huanzhen Sword Peak?"

Xia Qingdu frowned slightly.

"Yes, it is indeed Junior Brother Lu from Huanzhen Sword Peak."

"He's only just advanced to Nascent Soul; how could he also be interested in the Eighth Grade Sword Grass Spirit Seed?"

The old man couldn't help but inquire.

"To be more precise, Junior Brother Lu is interested in all rare high-grade Spirit Seeds, and naturally, that includes the Eighth Grade Sword Grass Spirit Seed."

"Even though Junior Brother Lu has only just advanced to Nascent Soul, it would be hard for him to compete against those in the Mid or Late Nascent Soul Stage, right?"

"Do not underestimate him, Junior Brother Xia. The likelihood of Junior Brother Lu obtaining that Eighth Grade Spirit Seed is absolutely among the highest."

The deep green figure spoke mysteriously.

"His talent in cultivating Sword Grass is unmatched; even during the Core Formation Realm, he won top ranking twice consecutively at the Sword Peak competition."

"As mentioned by the elders who scored the event, Junior Brother Lu earned the top ranking purely because the highest score available was the top ranking, which speaks volumes about his terrifying expertise in Spirit Plants; therefore, he has a natural advantage in cultivating Sword Grass."

"Moreover, many years ago, he improved the Fourth Grade Xiao Dongxuan Sword Gourd and Thousand Thunder Sword Grass, and later even developed the Fifth-Rank Thunder Abyss Sword Grass. Based on these alone, his contributions to the Sword Sect are not less than yours."

"It is said that a Divinity Transformation Elder highly favors his potential future achievements in improving Sword Grass."

The deep green figure spoke slowly.

"Therefore, even if Junior Brother Lu has the lowest Cultivation Level among you, he is undoubtedly not to be overlooked."

"Thank you for the reminder, brother; I will be more cautious."

"Nevertheless, even if improving a Fifth-Rank Sword Grass is stronger than creating a new Fifth-Rank Sword Technique, the difference isn't vast, and I still hold full confidence."

The elder spoke with a smile.