Chapter 785: 785. Chapter 783: A Gift for You

785. Chapter 783: A Gift for You

After breakfast, Feng Tianfeng bade farewell to Lu Yuan, left the inn, and made a trip to the auction house.

However, she did not find the item she had been hoping for.

Feeling disheartened, she turned back and returned to the inn.

When she returned to her room, she saw Lu Yuan tidying up the items on his desk.

He gently stroked a jade slip and gazed at it.

"What is this?"

Feng Tianfeng asked curiously.

Lu Yuan smiled and handed the jade slip to Feng Tianfeng: "This is a gift I prepared for you."

Feng Tianfeng received the jade slip and gently stroked its patterns and smooth surface.

She felt the powerful energy contained within the jade slip.

"This jade slip records my personal cultivation insights and the essence of swordsmanship," Lu Yuan explained.

"I hope it will help you better understand the profundities of swordsmanship and talismans, as well as master higher-level ice arts."

Feng Tianfeng frowned slightly after hearing this: "Thank you for the gift, but I don't know if I can comprehend its contents."

Lu Yuan shook his head: "I don't expect you to accept everything in it wholesale."

"This is the crystallization of my years of contemplation on cultivation insights and swordsmanship essence, but everyone's cultivation path is unique."

"You need to dare to challenge and verify its truths, and find a method that suits you."

A glimmer of determination flashed in Feng Tianfeng's eyes: "Alright, I will study hard and try to find a method that suits me from it."

As he was focused on tidying his desk, someone knocked on the door.

Lu Yuan couldn't help but feel a hint of doubt, since everyone knew he wouldn't be attending the auction today.

"Please come in," Lu Yuan replied.

The door slowly opened, and a man wearing the sect's robes walked in.

He was tall and sturdy, with shoulder-length hair, and his eyes shone with bright light.

This person was none other than Feng Bu Yun—his reputation in the cultivation world had long been like thunder in one's ears.

"Bu Yun! Long time no see!"

Lu Yuan rose to greet him and took a good look at this old friend.

Feng Bu Yun smiled and patted Lu Yuan's shoulder: "Long time no see!"

"I heard you have achieved remarkable results at Lei Huo Dan Ge and have even become a specially appointed artifact refiner."

"Your strength has truly advanced by leaps and bounds."

Lu Yuan gave a modest smile: "This is all thanks to your encouragement and guidance, Bu Yun."

"I have been diligent in my studies, cultivating both myself and managing affairs."

Feng Bu Yun nodded satisfactorily: "Young man, you have great potential."

"Since we are both members of the sect, I hope we can cooperate."

A flicker of excitement crossed Lu Yuan's eyes: "Bu Yun, you mean..."

Feng Bu Yun patted Lu Yuan's shoulder: "Exactly!"

"I am willing to provide the necessary spirit stone support so you can better improve the Heavenly Gang Thunder Fire Sword."

Overwhelmed with surprise, Lu Yuan couldn't help but exclaim: "Brother Bu Yun, you are truly my lucky star!"

Feng Bu Yun gave a slight smile: "Don't be polite; we are both members of the sect."

"Since you have such talent and determination, I am certainly willing to help you."

A plan welled up in Lu Yuan's heart.

He decided to use this opportunity to confuse other sects' perception of his true intentions.

"By the way, Brother Bu Yun."

Lu Yuan suddenly changed the subject: "Recently I have also been developing a new type of artifact material and have made some progress."

A spark of excitement flashed in Feng Bu Yun's eyes: "New type of artifact material?"

"This is exactly what I've been searching for! Tell me the details!"

Lu Yuan revealed a mysterious smile: "Sorry, I can't reveal too many details at the moment."

"However, if you are willing to keep it secret and give me sufficient support, I can collaborate with you to research and develop it."

After a moment of contemplation, Feng Bu Yun firmly nodded: "Okay!"

"Since you are so sincere and earnest, I am willing to cooperate with you."

"Not only will I provide spirit stone support, but I will also guarantee that I will not leak your research secrets."

Lu Yuan felt delighted; he had successfully piqued Feng Bu Yun's interest and, through cooperation, gained his support.

This will lay a solid foundation for his future plans.

"Thank you very much for your support and trust, Brother Bu Yun."

Lu Yuan said solemnly.

Feng Bu Yun smiled: "Young man, only with ambition can one achieve success."

"After our cooperation, we must help each other and progress together."

While waiting for the auction house event to begin, Lu Yuan wandered around the market.

He came to a stall and saw shelves filled with various immortal artifacts and arts, his heart brimming with curiosity and anticipation.

Just then, he noticed a familiar figure—Hong Yan.

"Hong Yan! We meet again!"

Lu Yuan walked up to Hong Yan, smiling as he greeted him.

Hong Yan raised his head, recognized Lu Yuan, and his smile instantly spread.

"Lu Yuan! I never expected to run into you here."

"You seem a bit unwell."

Lu Yuan asked with concern.

Hong Yan gave a bitter smile: "Yeah, I've run into some trouble lately."

"Go on, tell me."

Lu Yuan listened patiently.

Hong Yan sighed: "My master sent me to help the Qingyang Sect purchase a precious immortal herb at the market."

"But I don't know its specific characteristics and value."

"And this task is also somewhat tricky for me."

Lu Yuan frowned slightly: "The Qingyang Sect sending a disciple like you shows they value this immortal herb greatly."

"Have you considered cooperating with other cultivators?"

Lu Yuan asked tentatively.

After a moment's thought, Hong Yan showed a hint of helplessness: "I have previously asked several cultivators about cooperating."

"But they were unwilling to cooperate with me, or insisted on completing the task independently."

Lu Yuan's heart stirred: "Perhaps we can cooperate."

"I have some knowledge of the immortal herbs at the market; perhaps I can help you."

Hong Yan looked at Lu Yuan in delighted surprise: "Really? That's great!"

The two began to search carefully in the market.

Based on his knowledge and observation of the immortal herb, Lu Yuan guessed the target might be hidden at a certain stall in the market.

Finally, at a stall, they found a stalk of immortal herb with a distinctive form and a faint fragrance.

A flash of joy crossed Hong Yan's eyes: "Thank you so much, Lu Yuan!"

"Without your help, I certainly couldn't have found it."

Lu Yuan smiled and shook his head: "No need for thanks; I'm glad I could help."

Just as they were about to leave, a familiar voice suddenly sounded: "How did you end up here?"

They turned their heads and saw it was Zi Xi'er.

She stood not far away, her eyes holding a hint of doubt and alertness.

Hong Yan hurriedly explained: "Zi Xi'er, we were just looking for a special immortal herb."

"Lu Yuan helped me."

Zi Xi'er frowned slightly: "You're looking for immortal herbs here?"

"Why didn't you tell me sooner?" (End of chapter)