I Practice Farming While the Rest Cultivates

“By the way, there’s something I need to give you, Junior Brother.”

The sword attendant extended his small, pale hand, from which limitless fine sword light surged haphazardly, instantly condensing into a sword-shaped mark.

“This is the core mark for entering the Dongxuan Realm. Once you drop your Essence Blood into it, you can freely enter and exit the Dongxuan Realm.”

“Dongxuan Realm is the core of the cave-heaven of the Sword Sect, a realm unto itself. The Spiritual Energy inside is far richer and purer than that of the Sword Sect and serves as the place of secluded cultivation for several Divinity Transformation Ancestors and True Sword Disciples within the sect.”

“Many Sword Intents left by ancient Sword Cultivators reside within, along with various natural treasures connected to the sword.”

“You can choose to enter at your own discretion.”

Upon hearing the sword attendant’s words, Lu Xuan’s heart was moved.

The recently obtained Taishi Dao Yi Sword grass required nourishment from some Sword Attribute Spiritual Objects, which presented a perfect opportunity to collect some from the Dongxuan Realm.

“I understand, but due to needing to care for numerous Spirit Plants in my cave abode, I may not be able to stay in the Dongxuan Realm for as long as the other Senior Brothers.”

He spoke solemnly.

“Indeed, it’s precisely your detachment that has allowed you to achieve those incredible accomplishments on the Path of Spiritual Plants.”

Lu Xuan’s role as a Spirit Plant Master was deeply established, and the sword attendant nodded in understanding.

Lu Xuan exchanged a few words casually before returning to his cave abode with the All Things Ultimate Mother Spirit Essence and the Dongxuan Realm mark.

Three months passed in the blink of an eye.

One day, while he was practicing the high level Divine Power, Sleeve Universe, his young disciple Mu Yuanping visited.

“Master, I have a request to make.”

After greeting Lu Xuan, Mu Yuanping knelt on the ground.

“Your Spiritual Power is abundant, and your body and Spirit are one. Are you preparing to break through to the Nascent Soul stage?”

With a sweep of his Divine Sense, Lu Xuan used his Mana to lift Mu Yuanping and asked softly.

“Yes, thanks to the Essence Spirit Pill you gave me earlier, after secluded cultivation, I’ve finally reached the juncture for advancement to the Nascent Soul stage.”

“I’ve come to ask you to protect me, Master.”

“No problem, let’s go.”

Lu Xuan nodded with satisfaction. A Sword Light enveloped Mu Yuanping, leading him directly into the breakthrough Spirit land.

Mu Yuanping was already exceptionally gifted, possessing the rare Innate Wood Spirit Body, with considerable accumulation. Combined with Lu Xuan as a mid-stage Nascent Soul Cultivator as protector, supported by the Sword Sect’s high grade spiritual land and the previously bestowed Spiritual Objects for core formation, breaking through to the Nascent Soul Realm was natural and smooth.

In less than two hours, Mu Yuanping successfully advanced to Nascent Soul.

“Congratulations! This Five-grade Sword Grass and three pieces of Fifth Grade Sword Talisman are gifts for your advancement to the Nascent Soul stage.”

“Remember not to be arrogant or impetuous in the future, refine your cultivation level, and catch up with your Senior Brothers and Sisters as soon as possible.”

Lu Xuan handed over a Spectral Splitting Shadow Sword Grass and the Sword Talismans to Mu Yuanping.

“Thank you, Master.”

“Previously due to secluded cultivation, I delayed the condensation of the Nascent Soul Grass Orb. After consolidating my realm, I will strive to condense the Fourth Grade Spirit Absorption Grass Pearl.”

Mu Yuanping bowed deeply.

“This disciple is indeed sensible. Previously, relying on his unique physique, he self-discovered the Fourth Grade Spirit Absorption Grass Pearl. Now that he’s broken through the Nascent Soul stage, the condensation speed should be faster.”

“In this way, there need be no worry about the pace of accumulating Plant Spirit Aura in the Divine Wood Green Pot.”

Lu Xuan was extremely pleased with Mu Yuanping, resolute in teaching him more insights on cultivating Spiritual Plants, so as not to waste his Innate Wood Spirit Body.

Back in the cave abode, Lu Xuan continued to comprehend Divine Skills and cultivate Spiritual Plants, living a simple yet fulfilling life.

A little over a month later, Li Haotian and Chen Qingshuang safely returned to the sect after traveling for many years.

The two entered Lu Xuan’s Cave Mansion hand in hand, with springtime delight in their gaze, autumn ripples turning, an affectionate demeanor.

“Disciple Li Haotian and Chen Qingshuang pay respects to Master.”

The two harmoniously knelt on the ground at the same time.

“Haotian, you’ve broken through to the mid-term Nascent Soul stage? Congratulations.”

“Qing Shuang, your cultivation level has similarly advanced greatly. Clearly, this recent journey yielded rich rewards.”

“Lately, the Cultivation World has been quite unsettled. It’s fortunate you returned safely. For the time being, when the situation is unstable, you should focus on cultivation within the sect, and work to digest your recent gains.”

Lu Xuan gently admonished.

“Understood, we heed Master’s orders.”

Li Haotian and Chen Qingshuang answered in unison.

“During this journey, it started normal enough, but later we did encounter demonic experiences. Thankfully, due to the formidable Treasure Items Master granted us, we barely escaped with our lives.”

Chen Qingshuang seemed to remember something terrifying, showing a look of lingering fear.

She calmed her mood and turned her head to look at Li Haotian, her eyes showing a sense of urging.

Li Haotian took a deep breath, and with a thud knelt on the ground.

“Master, this time traveling with Junior Sister Qing Shuang for over ten years, we experienced much joy and numerous life-and-death situations.”

“In this process, the bond between Junior Sister and me grew increasingly deeper. Before returning to the sect, we both resolved to become Dao companions, to henceforth share life and death and grow old together.”

“Please, Master, grant our wish!”

“Please, Master, grant our wish!”

Chen Qingshuang followed closely, similarly kneeling down.

“Dao companions in the Cultivation World differ from the secular world, where male-female affection lasts but decades, allowing both to spend most of their lives together.”

“For Cultivators, especially once you have reached the Nascent Soul stage, you may live for over five hundred years. It’s possible the disparity in cultivation level may widen, or one may tragically pass away first, leaving the other alone to endure the long years.”

“Have you considered these factors?”

As their Master, Lu Xuan would not decide lightly on such a significant matter, asking solemnly.