Time flew by.
In the blink of an eye, a month and a half had passed.
In Green Dragon Valley, across a hundred acres of spirit fields, fifty acres of half-zhang tall Wind Spirit Grass swayed in the breeze, lush and green, full of spirituality, already entering their mature phase. Thirty acres of White Jade Spirit Rice were over ten feet tall, growing very well. As for the twenty acres of Emerald Spirit Fruit, they were just passing through their seedling stage.
Beside the spirit fields, on a large rock next to the Green Water Pool.
"Woof!" Crimson Wolf stood at the edge of the rock, excitedly barking towards the Green Pool below, reminding its master that it was about to jump.
Then, Crimson Wolf leaped out, 'plop' went the sound, jumping into the Green Pool, dog-paddling with all its might, excitedly swimming towards Li Mu.
"Everything has to involve you, even when I'm swimming, you have to come over!" Li Mu grumbled, giving Crimson Wolf's dog head a light tap, then his body floated up and landed on the large rock.
Li Mu extended his right hand, palm open, gathering the moisture from his body and hair into his palm. His body quickly dried, and then he took out a magic robe from his Storage Pouch and put it on.
Seeing Li Mu leave the pool, Crimson Wolf quickly dog-paddled towards the shore.
Seeing this, Li Mu smiled and threw the water ball in his hand, hitting Crimson Wolf's dog head perfectly. With a "splat," the water ball burst, drenching Crimson Wolf's face.
"Woof!" Crimson Wolf shook its head, barking in exasperation, wanting to get ashore and settle accounts with Li Mu.
Just then, Li Mu's expression changed slightly as he noticed something. Crimson Wolf was controlled by an invisible large hand, its body flying directly out of the water and towards the large rock.
"Woof woof woof..." Crimson Wolf whimpered in confusion, its eyes flashing with fear. It also felt the movement from the bottom of the pool.
Li Mu placed Crimson Wolf at his feet, his expression solemn as he stared at the Green Pool.
Bubbles gurgled continuously, and the bottom of the pool shook as if an earthquake had struck, the blocked underground waterway being destroyed.
Li Mu extended his Divine Sense and immediately discovered a green Flood Dragon Python pushing against the large rock blocking the underground waterway.
It was a Four-Order Flood Dragon Python!
Damn it!
Feeling the Spiritual Pressure released by the Flood Dragon Python, Li Mu's face turned pale, and he cursed inwardly.
Li Mu looked at the fifty acres of Wind Spirit Grass, which were nearing maturity and could be harvested in two days. Fearing that the upcoming battle would affect the spirit fields, he quickly condensed metal-elemental Spiritual Qi in his hand and rapidly released the Gold Blade Technique. One blade wasn't enough, so he released another.
With a "swish," two Gold Blades flew out. Wherever the Gold Blades passed, a continuous "thump thump thump..." sound echoed, and the fifty acres of Wind Spirit Grass fell down at a visible speed.
Li Mu's Divine Sense covered the fifty acres of spirit fields where the Wind Spirit Grass was planted.
The next second, light green glowing orbs flew in a swarm towards Li Mu, disappearing into his body.
【Heavenly Talent - Plant Spirit Absorption activated, you absorbed a Plant Spirit, Free Proficiency Point +1】
【Heavenly Talent - Plant Spirit Absorption activated, you absorbed a Plant Spirit, Free Proficiency Point +1】
【Heavenly Talent - Plant Spirit Absorption activated, you absorbed a Plant Spirit, Free Proficiency Point +2】
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In an instant, dense Plant Spirit Absorption prompts appeared in the log column of the character's virtual frame. Li Mu glanced at them. The fifty acres of Wind Spirit Grass had given him 2.37 million Free Attribute Points in one go.
However, Li Mu had no time to be happy, nor did he have any desire to raise his Cultivation Technique Rank.
With a loud "crash," a Four-Order Flood Dragon Python, as thick as a bucket, with a single horn and covered in green scales, leaped out of the water. Its pair of emerald vertical pupils stared intently at Li Mu on the shore.
"Woof woof..." Crimson Wolf whimpered in fear, its tail tucked between its legs, standing beside Li Mu with trembling limbs, yet it did not abandon him.
Li Mu had already prepared. He took a deep breath, stomped his right foot hard on the ground, and a powerful Spiritual Qi poured out, extending around the valley, instantly activating the Demon Trapping Great Array within Green Dragon Valley.
The clouds shrouding Green Dragon Valley, and the flow of Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi changed, forcefully pressing down on the Four-Order Unicorn Flood Dragon Python in the Green Dragon Pool, covering the entire Green Pool and forming an arc-shaped white mist shroud.
The Four-Order Unicorn Flood Dragon Python felt the suppression of the Demon Trapping Great Array. Its terrifying demonic power could not be unleashed, which made it very uncomfortable.
Li Mu breathed a sigh of relief. Fortunately, he had foresight and, when occupying Green Dragon Valley, had prepared in advance by setting up the Dragon Elephant Demon Trapping Great Array. Whether it could trap the Four-Order Unicorn Flood Dragon Python was hard to say, but it would give him time to pack his belongings and move.
As for taking down this Four-Order Unicorn Yao Beast, Li Mu dared not even think about it, unless he could Foundation Establishment right now and successfully refine a Fourth-Order Spirit Sword. Perhaps then he would have a chance to fight.
Realizing it was trapped in the pool, the Four-Order Unicorn Flood Dragon Python became enraged and slammed its tail fiercely against the Great Array.
A loud "boom" echoed, and for a moment, the entire Green Dragon Valley seemed to be collapsing, the sound traveling far and wide.
"Not good!"
Li Mu's expression changed. He quickly picked up Crimson Wolf and flew into the stone house, rapidly packed up his belongings, released the Light Cloud Spirit Boat, and swiftly flew towards Gangyang City.
The Demon Trapping Great Array trapping the Four-Order Unicorn Flood Dragon Python was not a problem; it wouldn't escape for a while. However, Green Dragon Valley was extremely close to Qingshui Town, only seven or eight kilometers away. At this moment, the immense commotion of the Four-Order Unicorn Flood Dragon Python striking the Demon Trapping Great Array would definitely not be hidden from the people of Qingshui Town.
With the activation of the Demon Trapping Great Array, the other four arrays—the Illusion Array, the Mist Array, and the Protection Array—all became ineffective. Once someone came to investigate, the situation in Green Dragon Valley would be clear at a glance.
Indeed, Li Mu had not flown long in the Light Cloud Spirit Boat.
Hearing the huge commotion from Green Dragon Valley, the surrounding Loose Cultivators and hunter-cultivators all arrived on their swords.
"What is that in the pool!"
"A Fourth-Order Yao Beast, oh my god!"
"It, it's about to break free, run! Ah!"
"What, Green Dragon Valley really has a Flood Dragon?"
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The Loose Cultivators who had learned of the situation in Green Dragon Valley now wished they could grow a pair of wings on their backs. They scattered like birds, fleeing for their lives in all directions, not even caring about their belongings left in Qingshui Town.
Qingshui Town, Qingxuan Sect's Resident compound.
"What! A Four-Order Flood Dragon Python was discovered in Green Dragon Valley? Is that true or false!" Ye Ming looked incredulously at the Utility Disciple reporting.
"It's true, Senior Brother Ye, I saw it with my own eyes. I swear by the Sect rules, there's not a single false word. This Flood Dragon Python is now trapped in the Green Pool by the Demon Trapping Great Array, and it could break free at any time. Once it escapes, the entire Qingshui Town will be finished! I hope Senior Brother can quickly gather everyone to move out of this town." The Utility Disciple looked at Ye Ming, swearing to prove it, urging him anxiously.
"I understand, Junior Brother Chang. You quickly organize people to take important supplies and move out of this town. I will go to Green Dragon Valley myself to investigate." Ye Ming did not doubt the Utility Disciple's words. The loud noise from Green Dragon Valley could certainly not have been caused by an ordinary Yao Beast. However, he still needed to see it for himself, lest he not know how to report it to the Sect.
"Understood, Senior Brother Ye!" Chang Hong accepted the order with a solemn expression and immediately gathered the Utility Disciples to pack their belongings and begin moving.
Soon, Ye Ming flew on his sword, turning into a stream of light that rapidly approached Green Dragon Valley, and investigated the Green Dragon Pool from the air.
He watched the enormous green Flood Dragon Python in the pool, using its thick tail to strike the Great Array. "Boom boom" echoed loudly, shaking the sky, and the array's mist shroud swayed precariously.
Ye Ming's expression immediately changed drastically, and he fled on his sword.
The Demon Trapping Great Array in Green Dragon Pool was overwhelmed. That Four-Order Flood Dragon Python could break free at any time. When that happened, the entire Qingshui Town, no, even the entire Gangyang City, would undergo massive changes because of this fiend.
Ye Ming flew with all his might towards Gangyang City, only by reporting this matter to the Sect as soon as possible, and having the Sect send True Disciples and Elders to deal with this Flood Dragon, could the losses be minimized.
An hour later
Li Mu, fully exerting himself while controlling the Light Cloud Spirit Boat, finally arrived at Gangyang City.
"Does your shop sell Spirit Beast Pouches?" Li Mu, with Crimson Wolf, walked into a beast-taming shop and asked the Store Owner.
"Yes, yes, may I ask what specifications of Spirit Beast Pouch the esteemed guest requires?" The Store Owner nodded cheerfully and greeted him warmly.
"It's for him, just let him be comfortable inside." Li Mu pointed at Crimson Wolf at his feet and asked.
"Esteemed guest, Spirit Beasts put into Spirit Beast Pouches will fall into a deep sleep. If you want comfort, buy a Spirit Beast Pouch lined with fire-fox fur. It will allow him to sleep very comfortably inside." The Store Owner brought out a crimson brocade Spirit Beast Pouch and recommended it to Li Mu.
"Hmm, how often do I need to let him out to feed him?" Li Mu nodded and asked.
"Spirit Beast Pouches reduce the consumption of the tamed beast. Normally, it's three days. If you feed it a Spirit Nurturing Pill beforehand, it can last five to seven days. If the Spirit Beast is uncomfortable or wakes up hungry, this pouch also has a self-activating array to prevent the Spirit Beast inside from starving to death." The Store Owner explained in detail.
"How many Spirit Stones!" Li Mu nodded, satisfied, and asked.
"Fifty medium spirit stones." The Store Owner held up five fingers.
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"That expensive? Can the price be lower?" Li Mu looked at the Store Owner, blinking his eyes.
"Esteemed guest, this is already the most favorable price. This pouch uses fire-fox fur, which is why the price is slightly higher." The Spirit Beast Store Owner quickly explained.
Well then! It was just a miniature Spirit Beast Pouch, yet it was even more expensive than a small Storage Pouch. Raising Spirit Beasts truly was something only the wealthy could afford.
Fortunately, Li Mu was not short on Spirit Stones. He paid fifty medium spirit stones without hesitation.
After buying the Spirit Beast Pouch and walking out of the beast-taming shop, Li Mu couldn't help but recall the spirit control treasure bracelet in his storage compartment.
If that treasure bracelet could be unsealed, it should be much more useful than a Spirit Beast Pouch! Not only does it have a special beast-taming space, but it also has the function of increasing the growth rate of Spirit Beasts. He should also learn beast-taming techniques in advance. It wouldn't be bad to raise a few more tamed beasts to assist in combat once the spirit control treasure bracelet is unsealed.
Leaving the Spirit Beast shop, Li Mu took out a bottle of Medicinal Pill from his Storage Pouch, poured out a Spirit Nurturing Pill, fed it to Crimson Wolf, and then put him into the Spirit Beast Pouch.
Without Crimson Wolf as a burden, Li Mu walked straight towards the Sect's residence.
Almost two months had passed; that Yin Yang Five Elements Scripture should have been sent to the Hall of Dharma Transmission by now!
He had just harvested over 2.3 million Free Proficiency Points, none of which he had used. At this moment, Li Mu's steps were swift, and he was full of anticipation for that Yin Yang Five Elements Scripture.