Chapter 374: I'm Here to Assist You

Chapter 374: I'm Here to Assist You

In the following days, Lu Xuan remained in his cave dwelling, cultivating spiritual plants and beasts as usual, dedicating the rest of his time to studying the mutated Dragon Pattern Wood.

By feeding it with various spiritual energies and demonic beast flesh, along with conducting other minor experiments, he observed and summarized the characteristics of the Dragon Pattern Wood, gaining a deeper understanding of it.

When he felt it was time, he visited Ge Pu's dwelling.

"Brother Ge, I've carefully observed this peculiar spiritual plant over the past few days and have finally found some clues."

"I consulted some spiritual plant scriptures, and based on the characteristics of this plant, I determined that its precursor was a third-grade Dragon Pattern Wood."

Atop a mountain where black and white peaks intertwined, a pair of gigantic Kun fish intertwined, embodying the unity of Yin and Yang, swimming freely.

Lu Xuan turned to Ge Pu, with his distinctive black and white eyes, and inquired.

"Dragon Pattern Wood, I've heard of it, but it seems quite different from the plant we have here, doesn't it?"

Ge Pu, looking at the mutated Dragon Pattern Wood that had become docile after Lu Xuan's 'taming', expressed his confusion.

"Brother, look here."

Lu Xuan twisted the plant a few times with his fingers, as if turning a screw.

"These patterns vaguely resemble Jiao dragons, but due to generations of mutation, they have become much thinner compared to ordinary Dragon Pattern Wood, and the shape has also changed significantly."

He straightened the mutated Dragon Pattern Wood, pointing to the faint patterns on its trunk and leaves.

"So, all the plants in that blessed land are mutated? What exactly could affect the entire blessed land's flora?"

"Perhaps it's related to some kind of flesh and blood aura, but I'm not entirely sure," Lu Xuan replied thoughtfully.

"Flesh and blood aura... Perhaps this could provide a reference for our fellow sect members in the blessed land," Ge Pu mused.

"You've worked hard, Brother Lu. To gather so much information in just under ten days is truly admirable," he said, giving Lu Xuan a respectful nod.

"It's my honor to offer even a modest help to the Core Formation elders and our fellow sect members in the blessed land."

Lu Xuan kept the uses of the mutated Dragon Pattern Wood to himself, hoping to find evidence of its origins, mutations, and potential applications without having to explain too much.

He returned the mutated Dragon Pattern Wood to Ge Pu and took his leave.

Days flew by as Lu Xuan returned to his dwelling.

There were plants engulfed in flames, plants that frosted the ground they touched, and plants that sprayed poison at the cultivators...

Each plant, similar to the mutated Dragon Pattern Wood, possessed aggressive tendencies.

With a flash of light in Ge Pu's eyes, all the plants' movements slowed or even halted.

"I leave these plants to you, hoping to hear good news soon. Identifying their weaknesses could expedite our fellow sect members' exploration of the blessed land, and discovering their uses could create immense value for our sect."

After giving his instructions, Ge Pu vanished into the mountain, leaving the cultivators looking at each other and the diverse array of plants.

"Let's start researching these peculiar plants," said a mid-stage Foundation Establishment middle-aged cultivator.

"Brother Zhong, you have the highest cultivation level, so please organize the tasks and let's cooperate," suggested Zhong Hao, shaking his head.

"Studying these plants isn't simply a matter of cultivation level; otherwise, Brother Ge Pu, as a true disciple, wouldn't have called us here."

"Everyone here is well-acquainted with each other, and without a doubt, Brother Lu Xuan has the highest proficiency in spiritual plants among us. Let's have Brother Lu arrange the tasks."

"No, no, no, Brother Zhong, I'm here to assist you."

Lu Xuan said cheerfully.

"Brother Zhong, with your cultivation level and renowned beast-taming skills, these plants, no different from demonic beasts, should be well within your expertise. I'm sure you'll easily discover their peculiarities."

"Alright, let's proceed with that arrangement. I hope everyone will work together to unravel the mysteries of these peculiar plants," Zhong Hao agreed, briefly assigning the plants to Lu Xuan and the others.

Lu Xuan received a plant that was ablaze.

Its trunk was a vibrant red, emitting a heat that could be felt from a distance, resembling charred wood that had not long been extinguished.

Its dense foliage formed a canopy, with faint red leaves' edges flickering with countless sparks. Inside, flames writhed like serpents.

As Lu Xuan approached, the fire serpents struck like lightning, the sparks on the leaves intensifying and morphing into various flame forms, attacking him from all directions.

"Next to this plant, the Flame Fruit seems almost modest."

Lu Xuan mused, focusing his thoughts. The surrounding flames gathered, forming a dark red fireball.

"I am guilty... Today, a very close relative's birthday celebration, which I couldn't decline, lasted until eleven o'clock before I could return... I apologize..."