Chapter 194 - Arc 12: Ruyi Xianzhuang | Chapter 194: Immortal Fruit
Translator: Lynn
In an instant, all the cultivators present had their attention fixed on Yun Lie.
They were aware that individuals on the Tianlong list held great potential, but they didn’t anticipate Yun Lie being equivalent to the worth of hundreds of thousands of people!
Naturally, people were astonished.
However, several powerful entities hidden in the void nodded in approval. From their perspective, Yun Lie surpassed everyone in terms of his quick reflexes, ingenious technique, and keen observation. It was reasonable for him to claim a significant portion. However, they didn’t expect Yun Lie not only to claim a significant portion but for it to account for half of the total number of seeds, surprising them.
The female cultivator was also in a daze for a long time before she continued reading the numbers.
There were one or two with several thousand, but with Yun Lie ahead, they seemed overshadowed, unable to capture everyone’s attention like those in the front.
When the recitation concluded, Mu Wuxin’s phantom reappeared in the air.
She delicately raised her hands, and eighteen beams of light shot out and landed in the hands of some cultivators.
All the cultivators knew what this was, and they hastily looked up, eager to see.
But the object fell so swiftly that no one could clearly see it.
Yun Lie extended his hand and caught one in time. His hand was cool, and it was a jade box.
They heard Mu Wuxin say, “The Immortal fruit goes to eighteen young heroes, and the other people’s Immortal Sacred Tree seeds are their own. It’s a way of conveying the goodwill of Ruyi Xianzhuang.”
Many cultivators felt happy upon hearing these words.
Most of them obtained some godwood seeds, and they knew these godwood seeds wouldn’t be taken back by the Immortal Village. It was just a tacit understanding. Hearing the explicit meaning of the owner’s words now, they felt more at ease.
Many people quickly stowed away the Immortal Sacred Tree seeds, while some were trying to locate the whereabouts of the Immortal fruit.
Some naturally wanted to gather more information, but others aimed to clearly identify the target, either planning or laying ambushes, attempting to snatch it.
Such behavior wasn’t allowed in the Immortal Villa, but once outside, it was acceptable—even if this move was a bit sneaky. After all, the Immortal fruit was extraordinary; one couldn’t easily give up! So all the cultivators scanned with their spiritual senses, and they knew who had the Immortal Fruit in their hands. Just looking at it made them quite frustrated.
In this Immortal Fruit Conference, the biggest winner was undoubtedly the Wuling Immortal Sect.
They came with twelve Golden Core Daoists, and ten of them acquired Immortal Fruits. One sect claimed over half of them. However, being the second-rank immortal sect with the highest status in the Eastern Territory, they had many capable individuals in the sect. Although others were jealous, they were convinced.
Following them was the Xiaoshui Immortal Sect, obtaining three Immortal Fruits.
Five fourth-rank sects, each acquired one.
By this calculation, none fell into the hands of casual cultivators, and no small sects stood out to snatch one. However, this made it difficult for others to get involved.
Hence, those with nefarious intentions could only harbor resentment in their hearts. Regardless of how they plotted, they put it aside.
However, the sect that obtained such a rare item couldn’t be stingy. Many Golden Core Daoists either displayed or maintained a good attitude, and they opened the jade boxes one after another, allowing other real people who came to observe a look.
Xu Ziqing was also very curious, but he didn’t need to join the crowd. He simply moved closer to his senior brother.
Soon, many male and female cultivators formed groups, and numerous real individuals graciously interacted with the Twelve Ruyi Envoys. They offered the Immortal Sacred Tree seeds or some magical treasures they had acquired, making them smile.
If the enchanting ladies accepted, they allowed the individual to accompany them. If they offered a gift in return, they were willing to establish a friendship. If the two got along well, they could discuss marriage. A delightful scene indeed.
The Yunu Envoys maintained an air of aloofness, their interactions with people reserved, yet they clandestinely cast glances, seeking out someone they were interested in.
On the contrary, the Sunu Envoy displayed charm and graciousness, readily accepting any gift presented to her. If she took a liking to someone, she would lean in, her laughter chiming sweetly at the sight of those handsome real individuals blushing.
Both of them embodied an exquisite aspect of femininity, a sight that many Golden Core Daoists hadn’t encountered even among their senior and junior sect sisters. This rosy-hued atmosphere was a novelty.
With so many enchanting Ruyi beauties present, it was likely that not all would remain unaffected upon seeing them; they were captivating.
Observing the increasingly ambiguous ambiance, Xu Ziqing felt a touch of awkwardness. Although he admired his senior brother, he only held unrequited love in his heart, making him feel somewhat uncomfortable. After pondering, he glanced around, but his gaze didn’t settle on his senior brother.
Yet, in his scrutiny, he noticed several of the twelve Ruyi Envoys were fixated on someone.
They were gazing at his senior brother.
Xu Ziqing paused. He understood that many Golden Core Daoists had vied for the god tree seeds just now, and these Ruyi Envoys were keenly observing everyone’s performance.
Among these cultivators, his senior brother was a top-notch candidate, possessing a sharp physique and formidable strength. It was no wonder they were taking him seriously. However, even though he knew this well, he couldn’t find happiness.
In a mix of sourness and self-deprecation, Xu Ziqing was momentarily taken aback, only to hear his senior brother’s voice.
“Ziqing, come with me.”
Xu Ziqing snapped back to reality and saw his senior brother, dressed in white, walking toward him. His sleeves billowed, shielding him from all those prying eyes. A sense of relief washed over him, and he promptly replied, “Yes, Shixiong.”
Yun Lie advanced, heading straight for a secluded spot where no one else was.
Xu Ziqing followed closely and arrived there with him shortly.
Amidst the sacred tree’s presence, many male and female cultivators were forming friendships, warming up to each other. Meanwhile, the two siblings chose to remain in a quiet space, separate from the rest.
Xu Ziqing stood silently, feeling a deep sense of peace within.
Yun Lie raised his hand and placed something into Xu Ziqing’s palm.
Xu Ziqing was taken aback and looked down—it was a storage ring, evidently brimming with god tree seeds. This surprised him once more. “Brother, this?”
Yun Lie replied, “This holds no use for me. You once absorbed the essence of Yimu and have the Qi of Yin Wood within you. These are Yang seeds, aiding in harmonizing Yin and Yang.”
A warm feeling filled Xu Ziqing’s heart. Useless to his senior brother? Not at all. Even if it couldn’t be utilized personally, it held substantial value for exchange with other treasures. He thought to himself: how can I not admire senior brother when he treats me with such kindness? Even if his senior brother harbors no romantic intentions, such benevolence is deserving of his affection.
With these thoughts, Xu Ziqing stored the ring away and was about to say something.
But in the next moment, a pungent scent of blood reached his nostrils.
Startled, Xu Ziqing turned around suddenly!
Simultaneously, Yun Lie’s gaze bore straight ahead, a trace of coldness in his eyes.
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