Cultivating with Symbiosis Panel-Chapter 388 - 237: New Bamboo and Mo, The Art of Papermaking
"Indeed."
"I combined Jingmo Moss and Void Ink Spirit Silkworm using a secret technique, allowing the moss to grow inside the silkworm’s cocoon, and when needed, it can be drawn from the silk at any time."
"Moreover, the ink absorbs the spiritual power of the Void Ink Silkworm and possesses some of the power of space, allowing it to contain more literary qi or some treasures."
"Just like this."
Li Ye casually picked up a Spirit Stone, dipped it in ink, and wrote the word "Dao" on it. As he brought the stone close to the word, the stone immediately merged into it.
The Spiritual Light from the Dao word became even brighter.
Chess Gentleman witnessed this scene, his eyes lit up with brilliance, and he exclaimed, "Marvelous! Such a secret technique that can ingeniously integrate the Void Ink Silkworm and Jingmo Moss, space’s way, and literary qi, is truly breathtaking.
Friend Li, this method of yours is indeed rare."
Li Ye smiled slightly and said, "Chess Gentleman overpraises me; just like the earlier Ten Thousand Sinking Bamboo, it is merely a whim of ingenious creation."
This time, he didn’t feign more and directly asked:
"In your view, can this be widely promoted?"
"If this artifact cannot be promoted, what else can?" Chess Gentleman chuckled helplessly, ready to say more, when a look of ecstatic joy suddenly appeared on his face.
He suddenly turned to Li Ye, speaking excitedly:
"Friend Li."
"The Seven-star Writing Bamboo has indeed resolved its original flaw."
"Mr. Sui and your master, True Man Suoxing, are waiting, shall we go together?"
Li Ye blinked his eyes.
"Ah."
"Speaking of, I unexpectedly cultivated a type of Spirit Beast; how about bringing it along?"
He summoned forth the Literary Qi Star Turtle, a creature with its shell carrying the Seven Stars, entirely composed of starlight, exuding a special aura.
The Chess Gentleman, already ecstatic, changed his expression several times upon seeing the turtle, ultimately uncertain of what he thought.
He reached out to invite, his robe fluttering, "This thing... is even more extraordinary, Friend Li, let’s see Mr. Sui first!"
He was thoroughly numb by this time.
Still, better to go back and scold Lv Qingge; how did he associate with such cultivators, yet can’t learn a single shred?
He’s surely asking for the ruler to be eaten!
...
Still at the Demon Spirit Inn.
Li Ye saw his master, his face instantly filled with joy: "Master!"
He called out.
"Come, sit by my side."
True Man Suoxing beckoned Li Ye, who then swiftly and smoothly sat by his master’s side, thinking, since the master said to sit, why be coy?
Yet, Chess Gentleman dared not act similarly.
Though he too was a Nascent Soul, there are differences among Nascent Souls.
For him, True Man Suoxing was practically akin to someone of senior brother’s generation.
Hence, after cupping his hands towards True Man Suoxing, he stood to the side.
Once he stood properly, the silhouette of Mr. Sui appeared at the upper position, his gaze immediately moving towards the slowly moving Literary Qi Star Turtle beside Li Ye.
Mr. Sui’s eyesight naturally superb, after scrutinizing for a few moments, he deeply inhaled, smiling broadly:
"This is truly an unexpected joy."
"Friend Li, you’ve worked hard this time!"
"Here, take this item first."
The gentleman handed several scroll fragments to Li Ye, then took out a token with a cursive "Book" written on it.
"Oh."
True Man Suoxing asked in surprise, "The Academy’s Book Mountain Token, Mr. Xianghuai actually agreed to give this to my disciple."
While speaking, he transmitted a message to Li Ye.
"This object is equivalent to the Autumn Harvest Token from Spiritual Mechanism Vine given to you before. Holding this into the Academy, if you wish to join, you’ll immediately obtain the status of an inner disciple."
"If you don’t wish to enter, you can still ask the Academy for assistance."
"Which can enlist the help of less than ten Nascent Souls."
Uh...
What’s the use?
Li Ye’s first reaction was that this item is tasteless yet a shame to dispose of.
After all, he neither plans to join the Academy nor needs the Academy’s Nascent Soul assistance — should he truly encounter difficulties, begging pleadingly among his sect elders, he could probably rally seventy or eighty Nascent Souls to aid.
Owing favors from one’s own elders brings intimacy, but with the Academy... it’s different.
Perhaps his expression was not well-concealed.
Mr. Sui detected his meaning and spoke up: "Once you obtain the Sea of Learning Token, you can enter the Grotto Heaven of Book Mountain and Sea of Learning to seek opportunities, equivalent to your sect’s Temple of All Gods!"
Oh!
Then it’s fine.
Li Ye immediately stood up and expressed gratitude: "Thank you, sir, for the gift."
He laughed heartily.
At this moment, he showed a noticeable difference from his previous meticulous behavior, which Mr. Sui noticed with a sidelong glance at True Man Suoxing, suddenly understanding.
Having an elder present made him lively.
Yet, it’s quite amusing.
As both mentor and friend, he even felt a bit envious of True Man Suoxing for discovering such a raw gem... Oh no, it’s already a gold-inlaid jade!
After musing, he grew even more amiable towards Li Ye:
"Friend Li."
"Would you be willing to hand over the Literary Qi Star Turtle to us?"
After saying this, Chess Gentleman suddenly cupped his hands and spoke: "Sir, earlier I saw..."
Chess Gentleman recounted all he had seen earlier.
Upon hearing Li Ye had even cultivated such wondrous Ten Thousand Sinking Bamboo and Void Ink Silkworm, Mr. Sui was momentarily stunned: "You consistently surprise us, let me be frank here."
"If Friend Li is willing to hand over the Literary Qi Star Turtle to us and help us continue cultivating Ten Thousand Sinking Bamboo and Void Ink Silkworm, I’ll present the Sea of Learning Token to you right now."
"Ah." True Man Suoxing waved his hand: "Sir, don’t rush, let’s discuss Book Mountain and Sea of Learning after my apprentice returns from Dusuo Mountain."
"We at the Four Seasons Sect also need the Literary Qi Spirit Turtle, let us take it back, cultivate more, and let specialized personnel negotiate cooperation matters!"
His master’s sudden interruption surprised Li Ye.
But since his master spoke up, Li Ye naturally followed without hesitation: "This Literary Qi Star Turtle, after all, has just been cultivated, perhaps not yet perfected; I need to focus on it frequently to refine."
Having spoken to this extent, what could Mr. Sui do?
"Alright, alright."
"If you need the Literary Qi Dragon Turtle and Wenxing Bamboo, feel free to ask, stabilize this Spirit Beast soon, it’s of great use!"
After saying this, he changed the subject.
"Regarding the contract previously signed with your sect, there are two paper-making methods to be handed over, is it possible to assign Friend Li to undertake this matter?"
He indeed felt a hopeful anticipation for Li Ye’s continual stream of ingenious thoughts and innovative ideas—naturally, the papermaking methods given to the Four Seasons Sect couldn’t be their best currently.
But...
Should Li Ye truly be able to improve the raw materials to produce better paper, it would be beneficial for the cultivation realm.
True Man Suoxing, hearing this, his gaze flickered, evidently quite interested in Mr. Sui’s proposal, but he didn’t immediately agree; instead, he looked at Li Ye with an expression of inquiry and encouragement.
Li Ye understood, secretly contemplating: this is essentially a golden opportunity sent to him, transforming ordinary items into extraordinary ones is precisely his forte!
Thus, he stepped forward, respectfully saying to Mr. Sui: "With your favor, I am willing to take on this responsibility."
Upon hearing this, Mr. Sui’s eyes brightened, nodding with approval: "Then I’ll arrange for the papermaking methods to be sent to your sect timely, I eagerly await Friend Li’s inventive ideas."
True Man Suoxing, observing this, he curled a satisfied smile, well aware of Li Ye’s abilities and potential, never believing Li Ye would disappoint them.
Thus, he gently cleared his throat, formally responding to Mr. Sui: "Since my disciple has expressed willingness, our Four Seasons Sect will fully commit. Regarding the improvement of papermaking methods and the cultivation of Literary Qi Star Turtle, we’ll assign specialized personnel to handle, we’ll ensure timely communication between us." 𝘧𝓇ℯ𝑒𝓌𝑒𝑏𝓃𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘭.𝒸ℴ𝓂
Following the consensus, the atmosphere turned joyous and light-hearted.
Mr. Sui frankly admitted, while unable to hand over the Sea of Learning Token to Li Ye temporarily, he promised that once Li Ye returns from Dusuo Mountain, he’ll arrange for him to enter the Grotto Heaven of Book Mountain and Sea of Learning to seek personal fortune.
As for the Ten Thousand Sinking Bamboo and Jingmo Moss, these two Spirit Plants.
A small-scale test is necessary to verify these items’ true superiority over their predecessors before wide-scale promotion.
Once promoted, these two Spirit Plants could bring Li Ye fame and fortune, possibly even surpassing Wenxing Bamboo.
