Chapter 694: 694.Chapter 692: There really exists the Secluded Forest Silver Dew

694. Chapter 692: There really exists the Secluded Forest Silver Dew.

Lu Yuan's eyes sharp, he scanned the surroundings, knowing many precious spiritual herbs and immortal treasures were hidden here.

He walked ahead, each step carefully observing the changes around him.

Su Liyan tightened her grip on the Ice Crystal Long Whip, and the Cold Jade Ice Flakes on her body emitted waves of coolness.

She vigilantly surveyed the surroundings, ready at any moment to unleash ice-based immortal arts against possible enemies.

Zi Xi'er stood behind them, palms together in prayer.

Although she lacked combat experience, she possessed a special ability—to sense the aura of any precious material.

This time they came to the bamboo forest to find a spiritual herb called the Secluded Forest Silver Dew.

Suddenly, a rich grassy fragrance assailed their noses—it was exactly the Secluded Forest Silver Dew they were seeking.

Lu Yuan's eyes lit up, and they immediately proceeded in the direction of the scent.

They walked through the dense bamboo, going deeper and deeper.

Bamboo leaves lightly brushed against them, making a rustling sound, as if welcoming their arrival.

Finally, they arrived at a spacious and secluded clearing.

A light mist floated in the air, like a thin veil enveloping the entire clearing.

Lu Yuan gazed at this mysterious yet beautiful clearing, a sense of awe welling up in his heart.

He felt the place brimming with immortal spirit, as if he were in a fairyland.

"There really is the Secluded Forest Silver Dew here."

Su Liyan said, "We must collect it carefully."

She took out a small jade bottle and placed the Cold Jade Ice Flake in her palm.

The Cold Jade Ice Flake released a soft glow, condensing the surroundings into an ice-crystal world.

Zi Xi'er closed her eyes, her body becoming like a sensor capable of pinpointing the exact location of the Secluded Forest Silver Dew.

She slowly guided Lu Yuan and Su Liyan toward the target.

In the tranquil clearing, Lu Yuan suddenly felt a strong sense of danger.

He warily stopped his steps, keenly sensing a terrifying creature lurking nearby.

Immediately, a horde of demonic beasts charged from all directions, each ferocious beyond compare.

Su Liyan immediately unleashed the Ice Crystal Long Whip, using ice-based immortal arts to freeze several of the beasts.

But their numbers were too great, and one beast leapt up and lunged at her.

Just as she prepared to unleash other immortal arts, a sword flash sliced through the air, drawing a beautiful yet deadly arc.

"Ah!"

That beast let out a piercing shriek, turning into a blood mist that dissipated in the air.

Lu Yuan sheathed his Heavenly Gang Thunder Fire Sword and stepped in front of Su Liyan.

"Are you alright?"

Su Liyan shook her head, looking at him gratefully.

"Thank you for saving me."

"You're welcome."

Lu Yuan smiled, saying, "We must protect each other."

Inside the Feng Family Auction House in Heavenly Wind City, Lu Yuan met Xiao Ning.

She wore a sheer gauze long dress, her beautiful appearance like a transcendent fairy.

The two sat at the corner tea table, discussing their cultivation insights and the auction house's recent situation.

Xiao Ning was one of the persons in charge of the Feng Family Auction House, and she had considerable understanding of the phenomenon of spirit energy depletion.

Lu Yuan said worriedly, "Recently, cultivating the Heavenly Gang Thunder Fire Sword requires a large amount of spirit stones, but this precious resource is becoming increasingly scarce."

Xiao Ning smiled and said, "In fact, while spirit stones are important, the Xian Jie still holds many other precious resources."

Hearing this, a glint of excitement flashed in Lu Yuan's eyes.

"Are you saying we can exchange other means for the needed materials?"

Xiao Ning nodded.

"Exactly."

"You can convert your limited spirit stones into the necessary alchemy materials first, and convert them back when needed."

Lu Yuan's heart suddenly opened up, and he realized his previous mindset had been limited to spirit stones.

"Thank you so much for your advice."

Lu Yuan gave Xiao Ning a deep bow.

Xiao Ning laughed and shook her head.

"No need for thanks; we are fellow cultivators and should help each other."

She began helping Lu Yuan compile a detailed list of alchemy materials, and after consulting with the person in charge of the Feng Family Auction House, arranged everything.

"This way, you can continue cultivating the Heavenly Gang Thunder Fire Sword."

Xiao Ning encouraged, saying, "Believe that before long you will master even higher profound immortal arts."

Lu Yuan nodded, his eyes resolute.

"I will strive."

Lu Yuan came to a secluded cottage in the southern district of Heavenly Wind City, pushed open the door, and saw a woman in splendid purple robes sitting in the small courtyard.

She held a jade tablet, using it to control the surrounding environment.

After Lu Yuan entered, the woman lowered the jade tablet and turned to look at him.

"You've come, Mr. Lu Yuan."

"Please have a seat," the woman said with a smile.

"Thank you."

"I'm just passing by, and I happened to come see you." Lu Yuan sat on the stool opposite the woman.

"How has your cultivation been lately?" he asked with concern.

The woman smiled slightly and said, "Thanks to you giving me that book *The Way of the Immortal Realm*, my cultivation has progressed very smoothly."

"I have already adapted to this new environment and mastered some new spells and techniques."

Upon hearing the woman's answer, Lu Yuan let out a sigh of relief.

He knew he had chosen the right person, and he had provided her with a safe dwelling.

"Since your cultivation is going well, I can relax too."

"Once you reach a certain level, obtaining treasures in the lower forbidden grounds will become much easier."

Lu Yuan gazed affectionately at the woman before him.

The woman's expression shifted, and she said, "Lu Yuan, are you really willing to help me search the lower forbidden grounds?"

"This is an extremely dangerous task."

"Of course!"

Lu Yuan firmly replied, "You saved my life; since we support each other, I naturally want to help you."

"However, we need a strong team."

As they were discussing team formation, a middle-aged man walked into the courtyard.

"Zi Xi'er! Zi Cui Ling is looking for you."

The middle-aged man said with an anxious expression.

Upon hearing this news, Zi Xi'er furrowed her brows.

"Zi Cui Ling is looking for me?"

"What does she want?" she thought, feeling a bit panicked.

"I heard it's about arrangements for the clan's travel, seems important."

"Everyone is waiting for you to return to discuss it."

The middle-aged man's tone revealed a hint of anxiety.

"Alright."

Zi Xi'er let out a heavy sigh, "Why does she keep worrying about these things?"

She turned to Lu Yuan, "Sorry, Lu Yuan."

"Looks like I need to go back and handle some things first."

"It's fine." Lu Yuan smiled, "I understand."

"Go ahead, I'll wait for you at Lei Huo Dan Ge."

"Alright, I'll head over soon."

Zi Xi'er rose to say goodbye to Lu Yuan and the middle-aged man, then hurried away.

Returning to the secret chamber on the second floor of Lei Huo Dan Ge, Lu Yuan felt a sense of ease. (End of chapter)