“If we can awaken the Primordial Spirit of this Ginseng King, it might not be impossible to help it Undergo Tribulation!”
Just as Li Mu felt disappointed, the Seventh-Order True Spirit - Azure Thunder Beast of Purple Firmament suddenly spoke.
“Of course, as long as I replenish this Ginseng King with Yi Wood essence, I have a way to awaken it. Senior, do you know how to help it Undergo Tribulation?” Li Mu’s spirits lifted, and he asked the Purple Azure Thunder Beast with concern.
If the Qingyu Ginseng King could successfully Undergo Tribulation, the Five Elements Beast Controlling would be complete. Then, helping Little Gold and Little Wa transform and advance to the sixth tribulation, they could use six-tier spirit treasures to set up the Five Elements Grand Formation. Coupled with his sword Formation, even against multiple Void Refining cultivators, or even Body Integration cultivators, they would have the strength to contend, greatly enhancing his safety.
Whether the Qingyu Ginseng King could successfully Undergo Tribulation was very important to Li Mu.
“The spirits of plants and trees have pure minds. Heart Demon Tribulation and Dao Tribulation are not as difficult for them! However, plant and tree Apes have several obvious weaknesses when Undergoing Tribulation: their plant bodies are not strong enough, and they are afraid of fire and thunder. Therefore, Body Forging Tribulation and Thunder Fire Tribulation, these ordinary Lightning Tribulations, are fatal to their bodies!” The Purple Azure Thunder Beast looked at Li Mu and explained in detail.
At this moment, Venerable Lei Hong thought of something and looked at Li Mu, interjecting, “Indeed, usually only plant Spiritual Roots with extraordinary Aptitude have the possibility of spiritual transformation. The True Spirit Tribulation Lightning they Undergo is generally Earth-Grade or Heaven-Grade, requiring them to endure a large number of thunderbolts. However, due to the weakness of their Physical Body, they are often unable to withstand multiple Lightning Tribulations.”
“These fatal weaknesses, coupled with the loss of their powerful recovery ability due to the Lightning Tribulation, mean that the vast majority of them perish under the True Spirit Thunder Tribulation, with few surviving!” Venerable Lei Hong paused, then looked at Li Mu and finally concluded.
“That’s right! Little Friend Li, you are skilled in Artifact Refining high-tier Spirit Treasures. If you can refine a few Spirit Treasures to accelerate the Ginseng King’s recovery speed during its Undergoing Tribulation and help it resist high-tier Spirit Treasures of thunder and thunder-fire, the chances of this Ginseng King successfully Undergoing Tribulation will increase significantly!” The Purple Azure Thunder Beast nodded affirmingly, looking at Li Mu and smiling as he added.
“Increase the Ginseng King’s recovery speed and resist the damage from Lei Hong and tribulation lightning?” Hearing the Purple Azure Thunder Beast’s suggestion, Li Mu couldn’t help but rekindle his hope.
Li Mu seemed capable of doing both of these things!
Previously, when helping Little White Undergo the Transformation Tribulation, Li Mu had specifically refined a lightning-rod Spiritual Artifact based on the principle of a ‘Faraday cage’. Although its grade was low, it had an extremely strong effect in terms of lightning protection.
If he refined another Spirit Treasure to aid the Qingyu Ginseng King’s physical recovery and another defensive Spirit Treasure for thunder-fire, then helping it Undergo Tribulation might not be hopeless.
“Yes! With the help of these Spirit Treasures, its success rate in Undergoing Tribulation can increase by two or three tenths. If it can strengthen its absorption of Yi Wood essence and fully restore its Cultivation and spirituality before Undergoing Tribulation, the chance of Undergoing Tribulation can increase by another tenth.” The Purple Azure Thunder Beast took over Li Mu’s words and confirmed without a doubt.
“This difficulty is probably not small. It has been confined for too long. Once its spirituality awakens, it will inevitably attract the True Spirit Thunder Tribulation. In such a short time, it will be difficult to reach its Peak state, unless there are high-tier rare items to assist it.” Venerable Lei Hong said, not optimistic.
Upon hearing this, Li Mu’s heart stirred. The seventh-tier buried spiritual marrow might be able to help the Qingyu Ginseng King recover some of its state.
However, using such a spiritual item is quite valuable. If the Qingyu Ginseng King fails to Undergo Tribulation, it would be a huge loss.
Also, the sixth-tier withered glory year wood, a Artifact Refining spiritual material, might be able to accelerate the Qingyu Ginseng King’s state recovery if refined into a Years Spirit Treasure.
Setting up a Wood Element Grand Formation could also accelerate the Qingyu Ginseng King’s recovery efficiency.
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A flash of inspiration, Li Mu thought of many methods, including Artifact Refining and Formation. He had a lot of confidence in the Qingyu Ginseng King Undergoing Tribulation.
“Thank you, Beast God Senior, Lei Sect Master, I know what to do now!” Li Mu smiled brightly and cupped his hands in gratitude.
“Haha, Little Friend, you’re too polite. If you have any other questions, just ask!” The Purple Azure Thunder Beast said enthusiastically.
Venerable Lei Hong smiled at Li Mu, nodding repeatedly, showing increasing regard for him.
Li Mu continued to ask some questions about beast control with a smile, then solemnly bid farewell to the two, preparing to leave the Yu Ling Sect and return to Yin Yang Valley.
Cultivation and strength are the foundation for survival in this dangerous world. Li Mu planned to continue to Cultivate spiritual plants in Yin Yang Valley and consider other matters after breaking through to the Soul Transformation God Realm.
Soon, Li Mu boarded the Tian Shang Honored One’s Sky Cloud Battleship, and under the respectful send-off of the Yu Ling Sect’s high-ranking officials, he turned into a black dot and disappeared into the sky in the blink of an eye.
After ten days, riding the Sky Cloud Battleship and then transferring to a large teleportation Formation.
The Sky Cloud Battleship flew to the outskirts of Yin Yang Valley, and its massive hull slowly hovered in the air.
Li Mu flew out of the spiritual ship and cupped his hands to bid farewell to the Sky Cloud Battleship, saying, “Thank you, Senior, for seeing me off.”
“Little Friend Li, you’re too kind. Remember our agreement thirty-three Years from now!” The Tian Shang Honored One responded with a smile.
“Little Friend Li, once I gather enough Artifact Refining spiritual materials, I’ll come to you to refine treasures!” Celestial Venerable Kun Ling said with a smile.
“No problem, I’ll be waiting for Senior’s arrival at any time! However, the Artifact Refining reward cannot be less!” Li Mu chuckled, joking.
“Don’t worry! You won’t be shortchanged!” Celestial Venerable Kun Ling laughed heartily.
Immediately, the Sky Cloud Battleship started and sped towards Barren Ancient City.
Watching the Sky Cloud Battleship depart, Li Mu turned to look at Yin Yang Valley, which was still a continuous mountain range with no signs of life and howling winds.
Li Mu silently circulated the Star Cloud Contemplation Method, condensed his Primordial Spirit, and flew towards the depths of Yin Yang Valley.
About half an hour later, he arrived at the core of Yin Yang Valley, gazing at a vibrant scene where Yin and Yang Qi were abundant but distinctly separated and incompatible.
Li Mu’s Divine Sense entered the nine storage spiritual pearl, and with a wave of his hand, he released the four directions house, instantly constructing a complete and luxurious residence.
Then, Li Mu flew above the spiritual field, casually casting several spiritual incantations. The drying technique ‘baked’ the overgrown weeds in the spiritual field to death, and the Earth Dragon Technique churned the spiritual field…
After a while, five hundred acres of spiritual field were cultivated and tidied by Li Mu.
Li Mu summoned several spiritual swords and carved Formation patterns around the spiritual field, setting up the Yin Yang Mixed Yuan Formation.
Li Mu learned twelve Formation diagrams from the “Yin Yang Heavenly Evolution Formation” and the sixth-tier Array Formation Skill. The Yin Yang Mixed Yuan Formation came naturally to him and effectively gathered and controlled the distribution and settling of Yin and Yang Qi.
The Yin Yang Mixed Yuan Formation can mix Yin and Yang Qi, causing those trapped within to lose their minds and senses, rendering them helpless. At the same time, it also has the effect of harmonizing and separating Yin and Yang Qi.
He enveloped the five hundred acres of spiritual field within the Yin Yang Mixed Yuan Formation, gathering the Yin and Yang Qi of Yin Yang Valley and harmonizing the Yin and Yang Qi to provide Yang Qi and Yin Qi growing environments for the Purple Yang Spiritual Mushroom and Yin Soul Fruit, respectively, accelerating their growth rate.
With the spiritual field cultivated and the Yin Yang Mixed Yuan Formation activated, Li Mu took out the Purple Yang Spiritual Mushroom and Yin Soul Fruit from the nine storage spiritual pearl, flying out. His Divine Sense attached to dozens of, and millions of, spiritual seeds, controlling them to precisely fall into the spiritual field.
After the spiritual plants were planted, Li Mu, with a casual wave of his hand, performed the Qingfeng Huanyu Technique, conjuring a spiritual rain. He then took out purple yang jade and taihua moon dew and sprinkled them separately over the two large spiritual fields.
The Purple Yang Spiritual Mushroom and Yin Soul Fruit seeds, nourished by the purple yang jade Qi, taihua moon dew, Yin and Yang Qi, and spiritual rain, became plump and round. It was only a matter of time before they broke through the soil and grew.
Li Mu smiled contentedly, then looked at the sky, where night had quietly fallen.
Outside Yin Yang Valley, strong winds howled. Inside the valley, spiritual power was abundant, trees were dense, and Years were peaceful.
Li Mu thought for a moment, then waved his hand to summon the spirit control treasure bracelet, releasing the Twin-Horned Azure Moon Flood Dragon, Little Gold, Little Wa, and then entering the Painting World Treasure Mansion to find Xue’er and the Azure-Eyed White Ape.
The originally empty Spirit Valley suddenly became incredibly lively.
“Wow! We’re back in the valley! Lord Li, you’re so fast!” Xue’er looked around joyfully, praising Li Mu happily.
Li Mu smiled, looking at the Gibbon Ape and Little Gold and instructing them, “Go get some prey. We’ll have a barbecue.”
“Alright!”
“Okay, Master!”
The eyes of the two Apes lit up, and they responded in unison. They flew towards the dense forest in the valley, beginning their hunting competition game.
“Qing Yue, this is the relic map where Dragon Transformation Spirit Grass grows. This ancient relic mansion might contain True Dragon remains. Prepare yourself. When the time comes, take Little Gold, Little Wa, and Tongtian to explore it. Perhaps this place holds your Opportunity.” Li Mu handed the Jade Slip provided by Yun Xiaozi to the Twin-Horned Azure Moon Flood Dragon.
“Okay! Master, aren’t you coming?” The Twin-Horned Azure Moon Flood Dragon respectfully extended its claw to receive it.
Although the Twin-Horned Azure Moon Flood Dragon had already Undergone the Transformation Lightning Tribulation, it was still unable to perfectly transform due to its Dragon Bloodline. However, after shrinking its size, standing on all fours, it was a head taller than Li Mu. Taking the Jade Slip was effortless.
Watching Qing Yue immerse her Divine Sense in the Jade Slip, Li Mu smiled and said, “I can’t leave. You will lead this operation. Always remember safety. If you encounter an enemy you cannot defeat, either run away or ask me for help! Spiritual items are external things; preserving your life is the most important.”
“You all prepare a bit first. Depart in a few days. I’ll prepare some life-saving Spiritual Charms and Spirit Pills for you.” Li Mu paused, then added.
Each of the several beasts going on this expedition would have a sixth-tier spirit clam, plus Spiritual Charms, Spirit Pills, and Puppets for protection. Even if they couldn’t win, running away wouldn’t be a problem.
“Thank you, Master!” The Twin-Horned Azure Moon Flood Dragon was sincerely grateful, expressing heartfelt thanks.
Ever since becoming Li Mu’s beast, he had never lacked various Spirit Pills and Spirit Medicines. He even helped him obtain Dragon Transformation Spirit Grass, Mystic Celestial Beast Transformation Pill, and many other high-tier spiritual materials, as well as a sixth-tier innate Spirit Treasure. These were things the Twin-Horned Azure Moon Flood Dragon had never dared to imagine before.
“Lord Li, what about Little Phoenix and me! Are we staying in the valley?” Xue’er complained, pouting and looking at Li Mu, questioning him.
“Little Phoenix is still young. What if someone tricks her away?” Li Mu couldn’t help but roll his eyes.
“Chirp chirp! Chirp chirp!” The Crimson Refining Fire Phoenix transformed into a small red sparrow, landing on Xue’er’s tender shoulder, chirping continuously at Li Mu, repeatedly protesting the unfair treatment.
“What about me! I’m very smart! I definitely won’t be tricked away!” Xue’er found a loophole in Li Mu’s words and asked with concern.
“You! Your Cultivation is too low! Although you’ve advanced to four tails, your combat rank is still far behind if you venture out with Qing Yue and the others!” Li Mu chuckled, signaling.
“How can that be! My illusion techniques are very powerful, with my assistance, we definitely won’t be discovered!” Xue’er argued confidently.
“In front of those Honored One powerhouses, your little tricks won’t fool anyone. You, Little White, and Little Phoenix will stay by my side and keep me company!” Li Mu smiled and politely refused.
Xue’er lowered her head in disappointment. This protest was hopeless; it was a huge loss, a complete failure!
Seeing Li Mu’s firm attitude, and realizing the situation was indeed as he said, Xue’er no longer insisted. Staying in the valley with Lord Li was also very good.
Li Mu smiled and didn’t respond further. He began to instruct the Twin-Horned Azure Moon Flood Dragon on potential dangers during exploration and various countermeasures.
The Twin-Horned Azure Moon Flood Dragon nodded repeatedly, humbly learning.
As they spoke, the two Apes strode quickly, each carrying two prey larger than their own bodies on their shoulders: two gigantic horned spiritual deer with pure white fur and black hooves. “
With a “boom!” the Gibbon Ape and Little Gold slammed the spiritual deer onto the ground, killing them, then skinned and cleaned them.
Soon, a bonfire was lit in the center. Li Mu placed the deer legs on it to roast, sizzling and filling the air with the aroma of meat.
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Yin Yang Valley regained its usual lively atmosphere. Li Mu began to inspect the spiritual fields, refine Spirit Pills, draw Spiritual Charms, carve Puppets, and so on, preparing life-saving tools for the Twin-Horned Azure Moon Flood Dragon and their journey.
Half a month passed in a flash. Li Mu sent the Twin-Horned Azure Moon Flood Dragon, Little Gold, Little Wa, and the Gibbon Ape, the four beasts, out of Yin Yang Valley.
“I have refined a storage spiritual ring for each of you. Life-saving Spiritual Charms, Spirit Pills, and Puppets are all inside. Don’t hesitate to use them!” Li Mu distributed the four storage rings, gesturing.
“Thank you, Master!”
The Twin-Horned Azure Moon Flood Dragon, Little Gold, Little Wa, and the Gibbon Ape received the storage rings and thanked him in unison.
“On this trip, Qing Yue will lead. You must obey its commands. Also, the purpose of this trip is to train and broaden your horizons. Safety comes first; everything else is unimportant. I can collect all the Cultivation resources you need; it’s just a matter of time. Do not risk your lives out of greed for spiritual items, understand?” Li Mu looked at the four beasts, earnestly and worriedly admonishing them, explaining in detail.
“Understood! Master, rest assured, I won’t let them put themselves in danger!” The Twin-Horned Azure Moon Flood Dragon responded solemnly, truly feeling Li Mu’s concern for their safety.
“Master, we will be obedient!” Little Gold and Little Wa responded in unison.
“Mm! Go!” Li Mu nodded, waving his hand, out of sight, out of mind.
Soon, the Twin-Horned Azure Moon Flood Dragon’s body suddenly enlarged, carrying Little Gold, Little Wa, and the Gibbon Ape, quickly disappearing into the sky as a black dot.
“Lord Li, when will they be back! It’s so quiet in the valley without them!” Xue’er, standing beside Li Mu, tugged at his sleeve and asked.
“Finish taking your auxiliary Spirit Pills and Cultivate in seclusion for a few months. They might be back then!” Li Mu replied irritably.
As soon as he finished speaking, Li Mu put Xue’er into the spirit control treasure bracelet and turned to return to the valley.
Just then, a sudden change occurred. Li Mu abruptly turned around, staring intently in a certain direction, his expression becoming wary.
