Sage of Humanity-Chapter 1766 - 1764: Mount Fangcun Is Coming
Lu Ye stayed at the Royal Conch Palace for a few days. Every day, he would find time to visit Hua Ci and chat with her. He knew that doing so had no substantial effect on unsealing Hua Ci, but he was always afraid of her being alone here.
The rest of the time, Lu Ye was helping the Merfolk Race solve the problem of the bloodline curse poison.
Previously, a batch of the Merfolk Race's curse poison had already been burned away with the help of the Talent Tree's power. However, it ultimately wasn't all of it. Taking this opportunity, resolving some of it was better than none; otherwise, this matter would fall on his shoulders again in the future.
Every merfolk was grateful for this.
Now, quite a few merfolk had left their territory and seen the kaleidoscopic wonders of the outside world with their own eyes. Naturally, those still troubled by the curse poison, unable to leave their territory, felt envious and eager.
Moreover, resolving the power of the curse poison not only allowed the Merfolk Race to break free from their current living environment, but also seemed to have some impact on their cultivation.
Just like Yann Miao; when the curse poison was unresolved, she couldn't even see the path to Sun Blaze, but after the curse poison was resolved, she had some vague sense of assurance. Recently, with the aid of the supreme-grade psyche refinement pill, her chances of advancing to Sun Blaze had significantly increased.
Seven days later, as promised, Shui Yuan blew the green sea conch, opening a portal in front of the Divine Conch Hall. Lu Ye departed amidst the reluctant farewells of a crowd of merfolk.
Returning to Three Worlds Island, Lu Ye did not linger, finding Luan Xiao'e and several Moon Jade guardians, giving them some reminders before quietly leaving.
Having just advanced to the Moon Jade Mid-Stage, he needed some time to settle in, perfectly timing a trip back to the Nine Provinces to bring some of the Flower Race over for alchemy.
Last time, Hua Qianying did not travel with Lu Ye, considering that the Flower World had just affiliated with the Nine Provinces, and with things not yet settled, leaving was inconvenient.
Now, some time had passed, and it is believed that things had completely stabilized in the Flower World. When Lu Ye went to find Hua Qianying again, she likely wouldn't refuse. Even if she didn't come personally, she would definitely send some clansmen over.
Ma Shangsi, loyal and steadfast, was supposed to accompany him but was asked by Lu Ye to stay behind.
After he left, looking across Three Worlds Island, the strongest force on the surface was Ma Shangsi, so he had to remain to oversee things.
Navigating the starboat, he left the All Phenomena Ocean, entered the Cangyue Galaxy through the Insect Path.
Without any setbacks, there was just a small interlude.
Every time he used another star system's Insect Path for passage, he had to report his origins and the purpose of his journey, something Lu Ye had experienced before.
However, that time, he was in the Constellation Late Stage and hadn't even met the Moon Jade stationed here.
But this time was different. He was already in Moon Jade. Although always maintaining the Pseudo-Might Spirit Runes, disguising his mana fluctuations to the lower Moon Jade Early Stage, the name of Lu Ye from Three Worlds Island could not be ignored by anyone.
Especially since the Cangyue Galaxy had a shop stationed on Three Worlds Island, they could be considered in a cooperative relationship.
Therefore, this time Lu Ye met the Moon Jade stationed here, exchanged a few simple words, and was personally escorted to enter the Cangyue Galaxy.
Arriving in the Cangyue Galaxy, introduced by that Moon Jade, he also met the Moon Jade cultivator stationed at this end of the Insect Path. Being warmly received, Lu Ye could only be a guest here for half a day before he left.
The treatment he received during the two times of using the Cangyue Insect Path couldn't be more different. It was not only due to the improvement of Lu Ye's cultivation but, more importantly, because the reputation of Three Worlds Island had been established, and the Cangyue Galaxy had a shop there. As the Third Island Master of Three Worlds Island, how could they dare to neglect Lu Ye?
On this trip back to the Nine Provinces, everything was peaceful. When Lu Ye returned two months later, not only did a group of the Flower Race arrive at the Small Flower World, but even the wood spirit and Spore Race had some clansmen come over.
Number Nine now had the companionship of Little Flower Girl and would no longer feel lonely, so Lu Ye's comings and goings didn't concern Number Nine much, which made Lu Ye sigh; Number Nine had changed.
Thinking back, how clingy was Number Nine before!
It is worth mentioning that Hua Qianying had reached Moon Jade! Not only her, but Mu He and Black Umbrella had also simultaneously advanced to Moon Jade, arguably the biggest happy event for both tribes in recent years.
The Flower Race, born from the Flower World, had a very special way of improving their cultivation. Personal cultivation wasn't the most crucial aspect; the main factor was the growth of the Flower World itself!
As high as the Flower World could go, as high as their cultivation could reach.
Since the World King Flower had affiliated with the Nine Provinces, although not much time had passed, the foundation of the Flower World had grown considerably. As such, the overall cultivation of the Flower Race had significantly improved. Currently, Hua Qianying was the only Moon Jade in the Flower Race, but in a few more years, there would be others.
Mu He and Black Umbrella's advancement was more due to sufficient accumulation. They brought their clansmen over because Three Worlds Island offered a better environment for cultivation. Both tribes didn't have many clansmen left; if they could achieve higher cultivation, they could naturally protect themselves better.
With the residence of the three groups, the situation of alchemy on Three Worlds Island had vastly improved.
Lu Ye rarely found leisure now, spending most of his days comprehending the blessings of his ancestors contained on the leaves of the Talent Tree, in hopes of advancing his Path of Spirit Runes. Every once in a while, he would check on Hua Ci at the Royal Conch Palace and help resolve the remaining merfolk curse poison.
The amber sealing Hua Ci remained unchanged, and he had no idea when it would be unsealed. However, the money mark on the Pixiu was becoming increasingly exquisite and radiant.
On this day, when Lu Ye returned from the Royal Conch Palace once again, Shui Yuan spoke: "Island Master Luan wants you to find her when you return, she has an important matter to discuss."
"What matter?" Lu Ye asked casually.
Shui Yuan replied, "The specifics aren't very clear, but I heard people say Mount Fangcun is coming."
"Who?" Lu Ye didn't react for a moment, wondering which Spirit Island's Moon Jade Mount Fangcun belonged to.
"Mount Fangcun!" Shui Yuan looked at him with a mixture of amusement and incredulity: "The Mount Fangcun of the Dwarf Race!"
Lu Ye suddenly understood, his eyes flickering: "Which faction?" Suddenly feeling a bit uneasy, and also a little nervous...
"Which faction?" Now it was Shui Yuan's turn to be puzzled.
"Mount Fangcun has three factions: East, South, and West."
Shui Yuan obviously hadn't heard of this, thought seriously for a moment, and asked: "Why isn't there a North faction?"
Lu Ye was momentarily speechless; indeed, there were East, South, and West factions, but why was there no North Mount Fangcun? Back when he was in the Eastern faction, he didn't seem to have considered this question.
Leaving the pill-making room, Lu Ye quickly sent a message to Luan Xiao'e, arranging a meeting place with her, then headed straight for the Council Hall.
Soon, inside the Council Hall, the several Moon Jade cultivators of Three Worlds Island were gathered together. Present were not only Luan Xiao'e and Lu Ye, who were registered governors, but also Tang Jun, responsible for external affairs, newcomer Hua Qianying, Mu He, and Black Umbrella.
Once everyone was present, Lu Ye turned to Luan Xiao'e: "Senior Sister, is Mount Fangcun really coming? Is this true? Where did the news come from?"
Luan Xiao'e replied, "You need to ask your Senior Brother Tang about this; he gathered this information. But recently, rumors have been spreading wildly across the All Phenomena Ocean, so it should not be false."
Lu Ye turned to look at Old Tang.
He was responsible for external affairs and had connections with many Spirit Islands, naturally making him very well-informed.
Tang Jun took a sip of Spiritual Tea and spoke: "I can confirm the news is true, because many Spirit Islands are already preparing; we can't fall behind. Whether it be one month or two, Mount Fangcun will pass through the All Phenomena Galaxy!"
Mount Fangcun wanders through stellar space, so saying it will pass through the All Phenomena Galaxy is not surprising, just like when Eastern Mount Fangcun passed through the Jade Conch Galaxy years ago.
"Which faction is coming?" Lu Ye asked.
Tang Jun was slightly surprised, glancing at Lu Ye: "Kid, asking this question shows you have some understanding of Mount Fangcun!"
Most people only know about Mount Fangcun, but are unaware of its three factions.
Lu Ye remained silent, recollecting the days at Eastern Mount Fangcun and pondering whether he should visit if the Eastern faction was coming.
Speaking of which, he was nominally Hai Tang's Dao companion... Back then, he used this title to participate in the Black Abyss Martial Arts Meet. He wondered how Hai Tang was doing after all these years.
Tang Jun's voice sounded: "For now, all we know is that Mount Fangcun is coming; no one knows precisely which faction. Sun Blaze from the All Phenomena Ocean might have detailed information, but they won't disclose it externally."
Lu Ye nodded in agreement, unable to help asking: "When Mount Fangcun comes, what should we prepare? Or rather, what are other Spirit Islands preparing?"
Old Tang replied: "Because the Mount Fangcun intends to hold a Spirit Talisman Conference in the All Phenomena Ocean! Many Spirit Talismans produced by the Dwarf Race will be brought out for trading and selling; of course, we need to prepare."
Looking across stellar space, the Spirit Talismans of the Dwarf Race are rare treasures, because they can be nourished by the blood Qi of cultivators, and the longer they're nourished, the greater the talisman's power.
Lu Ye once received a batch and deeply experienced this.
Unfortunately, two red talismans were already used up; if he could exchange more red talismans from Mount Fangcun this time, they could serve as a trump card to compensate for the temporary inability to use money.
The Dwarf Race intends to hold a Spirit Talisman Conference in All Phenomena Ocean, which is indeed worth the effort of every Spirit Island. After all, such opportunities don't come often.
Come to think of it, although Mount Fangcun has a spirit jade vein, the Dwarf Race's cultivation needs aren't just limited to spirit jade; they also need to conduct some trading and exchange resources with the outside world.
All Phenomena Ocean is the center of stellar space, the most prosperous place; it has everything one might need. Passing through here, Mount Fangcun likely wants to seize the opportunity to gather more cultivation resources.
Thus, both sides seem to align perfectly, and it can be foreseen that this Spirit Talisman Conference will undoubtedly be lively. Many cultivators will attend, and those wanting to exchange suitable Spirit Talismans from the Dwarf Race will surely need to come prepared.
