You Cultivate, I Farm

After Chen Jing left, disciples from Sword Peak continuously came to visit.

Among them were Spirit Plant Masters like Shang Xiuyuan and Guo Shan, as well as Inner Sect Disciples with formidable strength similar to Chen Jing, even Primordial Moon, Yuan Rong, and other Nascent Soul True Monarchs including Jin Zaigan specifically came over to explain the importance of the grand competition to him, their words filled with anticipation towards Lu Xuan.

Time swiftly passed, and before long, only two months remained until the official start of the grand competition.

“Sword Master, how come you’re here?”

Having just returned from Old Sword Serpent’s place, Lu Xuan saw, from a distance, two silver-white Sword Lights flying like Flood Dragons. A jolt ran through his heart, and he instantly reached the entrance of his Cave Abode.

“I came over to discuss the grand competition with you, Disciple Lu.”

True Sword Master spoke with a pleasant demeanor, completely devoid of the airs of a peak master of the Dongxuan Sword Sect.

Lu Xuan nodded solemnly, respectfully welcoming the True Sword Master into his Cave Abode.

“Recently, there must have been several Sword Peak ‘Cultivators’ disturbing you?”

“Yes, there have been some uncle-masters and a few senior brothers who came to my cave abode to talk to me about the grand competition of Sword Peak.”

Lu Xuan replied without daring to hide anything.

“Mmm, I thought as much.”

“But, Disciple Lu, don’t let this pressure you. Just treat it as usual.”

“The Thousand Thunder Sword Grass and Small Dongxuan Sword Gourd that you offered before have already majorly contributed to Huanzhen Sword Peak. During the upcoming competitions, you merely need to perform freely to achieve better results than before.”

Sword Huanzhen said with a smile.

“Rest assured, uncle-master, I will do my utmost to contribute as much as possible to Sword Peak,” Lu Xuan immediately declared.

“Performing well during the grand competition of Sword Peak is all beneficial and not harmful for you.”

“You will obtain a higher status, especially among fellow disciples skilled in handling Spirit Plants and making talismans.”

“Moreover, if your ranking increases, the inclined cultivation resources will also benefit you greatly.”

“This time, everyone in Huanzhen Sword Peak is fully prepared, eager to prove the strength of Sword Peak before all fellow disciples.”

“Moreover, with the significant achievements attained and your emergence, the possibility of turning the tide has greatly increased.”

“Let’s encourage each other.”

After motivating him with a few words, True Sword Master took his leave.

In the blink of an eye, two months passed, and the grand competition of Sword Peak officially began.

Lu Xuan followed the group of ‘Cultivators’ from Huanzhen Sword Peak and entered the Sword Palace.

On a spacious square, three gigantic stages each hundreds of zhang wide rose from the ground. The surfaces and edges of the stages, swirling with countless Array Patterns, appeared extremely sturdy.

Disciples from the nine Sword Peaks divided into nine areas, each led by a Sword Master. Every group wore stern expressions and maintained silence, each area filled with a deadly aura.

Lu Xuan wore a solemn expression, standing in the front line of the disciples.

The entire area, with True Sword Master at the forefront and several Nascent Soul True Monarchs standing side by side, Lu Xuan and about a dozen of the strongest Inner Sect Disciples stood together, demonstrating his elevated status within Huanzhen Sword Peak.

Suddenly, a resounding sword cry pierced the sky. A thousand-zhang giant sword, bringing with it a series of sword cries, landed at the front of the square.

The giant sword had numerous flowing luminescent characters dancing upon it, among which the rankings of the various Sword Peaks were particularly eye-catching, as if engraved deep within everyone’s Sea of Consciousness.

“First place, Chong Xu Sword Peak!”

“Second place, Hundred Artisans Sword Peak!”

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“Eighth place, Purple Cloud Sword Peak.”

“Ninth place, Huanzhen Sword Peak.”

The disciples of Huanzhen Sword Peak looked towards the giant sword not far away, staring intensely at the luminescent characters, their eyes brimming with a fiery determination.

“This time, Huanzhen Sword Peak must prove themselves!”

Such thoughts simultaneously surged in everyone’s hearts.

As these thoughts flickered, over a hundred figures flew out from deep within the Sword Palace, led by a middle-aged man in Daoist robes. His presence was profound like an ocean, giving Lu Xuan a feeling of looking up at a towering mountain.

“Could it be a Great Deity of Spirit Transformation?”

Lu Xuan inwardly shivered, not daring to look directly at him.

Moreover, among the hundred figures, there were no less than thirty Nascent Soul True Monarchs, giving Lu Xuan a clearer understanding of the formidable nature of the Dongxuan Sword Sect.

“Welcome, fellow disciples of Sword Peak, to participate in this grand competition. The rules are the same as those of the previous competitions; we look forward to each Sword Peak achieving satisfactory results.”

As the leading middle-aged “Cultivator” spoke with a profound voice resonating in everyone’s hearts, he disappeared directly into the giant sword, seemingly monitoring every move of the Sword Sect “Cultivators”.

“The upcoming grand competition will be presided over by me, and I hope that all fellow disciples will refrain from resorting to any despicable tactics, so as not to put each other in an awkward position.”

A cold-faced elder emerged from the crowd behind and spoke icily.

Several Nascent Soul True Monarchs flew above the arena, each holding a delicate Array Plate in their hands.

“These are the judges for the Core Formation Disciples’ arena battle.”

Lu Xuan felt a pang of emotion in his heart.

He had submitted his information about Spirit Plants, Spirit Brew, and Talisman Making as early as two months prior.

Of course, he hadn’t laid all his cards on the table. Alchemy and Tool refining and Array Work remained unseen, and details concerning Spirit Brew and Talisman Making had also been concealed. Not to mention Spirit Plants—the cultivation methods of all Seventh Grade Spirit Plants and several High Rank Spirit Plant condensing methods were deeply buried in his heart.

Yet, even so, the part he had revealed was enough to surpass any other Spirit Plant Master.

Among these, the Spirit Brew competition was scheduled for tomorrow. Lu Xuan didn’t need to prepare separately, so he decided to stay in the square and observe his fellow disciples from the nine Sword Peaks exchange skills.

On the three arenas, swordsmanship, Divine Skills, Magic Treasures, secret techniques, and Charms crisscrossed through the air, creating miraculous sights, making Lu Xuan’s eyes dazzle from below.

“No wonder they are disciples of the Dongxuan Sword Sect. Each one has endured numerous overt and covert battles to reach here.”

Lu Xuan couldn’t help but sigh; among the Technique Divine Abilities he had cultivated, Sword Dao and Thunder Method were relatively the most formidable. For the rest, he had to rely on the power of Magic Treasures.

After watching most of the day’s Fight law, Lu Xuan finally returned to his Cave Abode to rest, persuaded by Yuan Rong.

The next day, the Spirit Brew competition officially began.

Lu Xuan, full of fighting spirit, arrived at the location designated by the Sword Palace.

Inside a majestic palace, the hall was filled with abundant Spirit Brew materials.

Several Core Formation Disciples were slowly patrolling around, and three Nascent Soul True Monarchs were seated at the very center of the hall.

The three of them were the judges for this Spirit Brew competition, affiliated with the Sword Palace. They either specialized in brewing Spirit Brew or possessed extremely rich experience in appraising Spirit Brew, having a unique discernment.

“Disciple Lu Xuan pays respects to the three Master Uncles.”

Lu Xuan greeted them respectfully.

“Lu Xuan? The new Inner Sect Disciple recruited by Huanzhen Sword Peak in recent years?”

A somewhat arrogant young man raised his eyebrows and asked in curiosity.

“It is indeed your junior.”

Lu Xuan hurriedly replied.

“So it’s Disciple Lu! Upon meeting you today, truly, your reputation as outstanding is well-deserved.”

A gentle female Nascent Soul Cultivator in the early stage spoke softly.

“I heard that the Disciple opened a shop in Sword Abyss City, selling several kinds of High Rank Spirit Brews, creating a sensation within the Sword Sect and in high demand.”

The female Cultivator quietly said.

“Indeed, especially the True Sword Elixir, which is almost lost even within the Sword Sect. I didn’t expect to have the opportunity to taste it so frequently now.”

A Scholarly middle-aged man looked at Lu Xuan with eyes full of admiration.

“So, the True Sword Elixir of Sword Abyss City was crafted by Disciple Lu’s hands.”

The first Nascent Soul young male Cultivator adjusted his stance and closely regarded Lu Xuan.

“In my view, even the two Master Brothers cannot match Disciple Lu in brewing Spirit Brew.”

“I must admit, I cannot brew the True Sword Elixir myself,”

the Scholarly Cultivator said with a smile.

“Disciple Lu’s skill in brewing Spirit Brew is undoubtedly impeccable, but the formalities must still be followed,”

the young man paused and spoke slowly.

Below, more than ten Spirit Brew Masters who had already arrived all bowed their heads, grumbling inwardly:

“We came for a Spirit Brew competition, didn’t we? What’s all this about formalities?”

“Did I come to the wrong place? Is this a meet-and-greet for Spirit Brewing Masters?”

“They really don’t regard the Spirit Brew Masters of the eight Sword Peaks highly!”

“Although it’s the truth…”

The crowd secretly added in their hearts.