Chapter 687

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Protagonist:

Xu Zhangqing

The spirit boat slowly sailed into the Dragon Clan Residence's Coral Harbor.

Long Chenyuan had long since brought several clan elders to wait at the dock; upon seeing Gonggong and "Xu Zhangqing," he immediately cupped his hands and smiled: "Master Xu He, True Man Gonggong, you have had a hard journey.

My father has already prepared a spirit feast in the hall, specially to welcome the two of you and wash away the dust of travel."

Xu Zixiao, following Xu Zhangqing's preset instructions, nodded and said: "Thank you for the trouble."

Gonggong waved his hand: "Lead the way."

At this moment, Xu Zhangqing, far away in the Dongting Immortal Sect's Hongfeng Valley, was holding a hoe in one hand, and through shared perception, clearly saw everything.

The Dragon Clan used night pearls for illumination everywhere.

Coral jade carved railings surrounded the area on all sides.

The tables were filled with rare spirit foods such as deep sea spirit shells, thousand-year seaweed brew, dragon amber fruit, and the like.

The key point was, there were also several beautiful female cultivators keeping them company.

Seeing this, a trace of envious admiration appeared in Xu Zhangqing's eyes: "Good fellow, the avatar and puppet are eating mountain delicacies and sea treasures, while this main body of mine is digging in the dirt?"

Complaints were complaints, but the movements of his hands did not stop.

Today a batch of spirit plants had matured and could be harvested.

Harvest "Jade Seed Flower" 1 mu, Lifespan + days!

Harvest "Purple Cloud Fruit" 1 mu, Lifespan + days!

Harvest "Mortal Shedding Grass" 1 mu, Lifespan + days!

Lifespan increase: 536 years

Remaining Lifespan: years

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In a flash, half a year passed.

During this half year, Xu Zhangqing guarded the spirit fields every day, cultivating new spirit plant varieties.

From time to time he guided Lin Feng and Sun Shangxiang in cultivation, and occasionally had Xu Zixiao transmit news from the Yaoguang Nine Domains through shared perception; the days passed plainly yet solidly.

With the Dragon Clan's help, Gonggong and Xu Zixiao penetrated deep into the Yaoguang Nine Domains, and after experiencing several fierce battles, finally arrived at the outer perimeter of Yaoguang Cave.

Barring accidents, they could enter today, and then investigate and explore.

To see whether this really was the Xuanhe Source that the Wu Sheng Chong Mu sought.

Through perspective sharing, Xu Zhangqing discovered that Yaoguang Cave lay at the front end of a spirit vein; the cave mouth was shrouded in a blue water curtain, and faint thunder light could be seen flashing inside.

Just as Gonggong and Xu Zixiao were about to go deeper, at this moment Xu Zhangqing received a transmission.

The voice was immature, yet carried a weathered sense of vicissitudes from the passage of years: "My disciple Changqing!"

Xu Zhangqing asked tentatively: "Master?"

After all, it had been over ten years since they last met, and the voice had changed somewhat, so he was not entirely certain.

Soon the voice sounded again: "Hasten to Qingmu Peak, your Eldest Senior Sister has broken through to Nascent Soul!"

Xu Zhangqing was surprised: "She finally broke through?"

Immediately, he cut off the shared perspective, but did not leave.

Since it was good news, he had to prepare a gift.

If not for Eldest Senior Sister, he would not have obtained the Bloodline Grafting Secret Art.

She had just broken through to the Nascent Soul Stage, and now certainly needed to consolidate her realm and divine soul.

Xu Zhangqing thought carefully, and finally selected three types of rare spirit plants.

One thousand-year Spirit Consolidating Grass plant.

One Root Consolidating Violet plant.

One Human Face Nascent Soul Fruit.

Not only did they suit the need, he happened to have them on hand.

After confirming there was no mistake, he then summoned the Tai Yi Green Lotus Seat.

His whole person rose from the ground and flew toward Qingmu Peak.

By the time he arrived, the place was already bustling with voices.

Besides the three Senior Brothers, even Qingmu Peak's Elders and Core Disciples had all shown up.

From this one could see how grand this occasion was.

First, Eldest Senior Sister's breakthrough to Nascent Soul was worthy of joy and congratulations.

Second, Peak Master Mu Ji had appeared again after nearly twenty years.

Therefore, whichever matter it was, both were very important to everyone.

Xu Zhangqing's gaze swept across, yet alone he did not see Fifth Senior Sister Mu Ning's figure.

Judging by the look of it, the consumption back then was indeed enormous, and she has still not recovered to this day.

After waiting a while, Eldest Senior Sister Bei Qingtang appeared.

The current her, because she had broken through to the Nascent Soul Stage and become a Nascent Soul True Lord, had undergone a change in attire.

Now clad in a moon-white Daoist robe, her features cold and stern, her temperament increasingly lofty and cold.

Although he was a Nascent Soul True Lord, a trace of imperceptible dejection lingered between his brows.

Xu Zhangqing stepped forward to pay his respects, and along the way presented a gift: "Eldest Senior Sister, congratulations!

These spirit plants can help you stabilize your Nascent Soul and nourish your Divine Soul; if it's not enough, I still have more."

Upon seeing him, Bei Qingtang's face finally revealed a smile: "Many thanks, Sixth Junior Brother."

"The Master has arrived!"

"The Peak Master has arrived!"

"The Spirit Transformation Venerable has arrived!"

At this moment, a short figure emerged from the void.

It was precisely Mu Ji, who had returned to youth and transformed into the appearance of a Daoist Child.

Everyone cupped their fists and bowed in unison: "Welcome, Master / Peak Master!"

Mu Ji wore a smile at the corner of his mouth, his gaze gently sweeping over the crowd before him: "Qingtang's breakthrough to Nascent Soul is a joy for our Qingmu Peak; today everyone has a reward!"

As his voice fell, he raised his hand and waved, and dozens of treasures flew out.

Every single person who appeared here, without exception, received one.

He gave Bei Qingtang a jade pendant.

He gave the three Senior Brothers Spiritual Treasures.

As for the others, they received either spirit pills or low-grade magic artifacts.

Only Xu Zhangqing was rather different; it was not a single kind of thing or a single item, but rather a jade box, which felt quite heavy in his hand.

Xu Zhangqing opened it to look, and discovered there were quite a few things inside.

At this moment, Mu Ji's voice rang out: "Changqing, these are Nine-turn Spirit Condensing Pills.

Three in total; they can strengthen the Divine Soul and will be of great benefit to your future cultivation.

There is also a volume of cultivation charts for the Netherworld Earth Marrow Ganoderma, which is one of the Ancient Spirit Plants.

And there is this Spirit Field Secret Record, which records the management insights of the successive Directors of Agriculture of the Immortal Sect."

Xu Zhangqing appeared thoughtful: "Master!

This disciple can understand the Nine-turn Spirit Condensing Pills and the Netherworld Earth Marrow Ganoderma, but what is the meaning of the Spirit Field Secret Record?"

Mu Ji wore a half-smile: "I have already broken through to Spirit Transformation and have no leisure to manage spirit field affairs.

You have managed the spirit fields in a well-ordered manner and cultivated numerous rare spirit plants.

Therefore, I intend to have you succeed to the post of Director of Agriculture."

"What?"

Xu Zhangqing abruptly raised his head, his eyes full of shock.

I've only been Grain Master for a few years, and I'm actually going to become Director of Agriculture?

You must know, this is the head of the spirit fields; even Hua Lao has to be polite and courteous, and it counts as truly entering the Immortal Sect's management layer.

The Director of Agriculture oversees all spirit fields and spirit plants of the entire Dongting Immortal Sect.

Not only does it hold real power, but it is also a foundational post of the Immortal Sect.

Once you take office, it equals being thoroughly bound to the Immortal Sect.

In this way, with a Spirit Transformation Master backing him and spirit field resources, would he not directly soar?

Mu Ji asked: "How about it?"

Xu Zhangqing was wildly overjoyed in his heart: "This disciple is willing!"

Mu Ji was very gratified: "Regarding this matter, I have already informed the Great Elder."

Just as he said, inside Xingqiong Hall, a high-level discussion was currently being convened.

The Nine Mountains Nine Curves Secret Realm is about to open; this is of vital importance to the Immortal Sect and brooks no mistake.

Near the end, the Great Elder Xuan Yan glanced at the other "Mu Ji" at his side, then asked faintly: "Peak Master Mu is about to step down from the post of Director of Agriculture; he recommends his disciple Xu Zhangqing to succeed him. Do the various seniors have any objections?"

Li Wudao smiled: "Xu Zhangqing has an Earth-grade Golden Core and is proficient in spirit plant cultivation.

Over these years, the spirit fields have been managed better and better; the post of Director of Agriculture belongs to none but him!"

Chao Jin nodded slightly: "This child is indeed steady and reliable!"

Mo Qiu Shui chimed in agreement: "Agreed!"

True Disciple Zhao Lie followed closely: "Grain Master Xu is low-profile and pragmatic in character, and does things solidly!"

Xuan Yan asked once more: "No one has any objections?"

Many people shook their heads: "None!"

"Good!"

Xuan Yan declared in a loud voice: "From today onward, the post of Spirit Field Director of Agriculture shall be assumed by Xu Zhangqing!"