CHAPTER 654: CHAPTER 645: GROWN BY OTHERS!_2

Unexpectedly, Fang Shouye has turned into a free spirit, completely letting go of his legacy!

A sect leader unconcerned with fame and fortune is rare to find, especially with a reliable old partner like Ouyang Qing, who indeed has the capital to let go.

Jiang Yuan exchanged a few simple pleasantries and then directly explained his purpose.

Upon hearing that cultivators from the Otherworld were rescued and wished to stay at the Celestial Sword Sect to familiarize themselves with the new environment, forming excellent future cooperation between the two sects, Ouyang Qing was filled with curiosity and amazement.

What is the Otherworld truly like? What is the void like?

His grandson was transported to another world, reportedly experiencing rapid cultivation progress due to numerous adventures.

He couldn’t help but marvel at the enigmatic Mr. Jiang, who managed to rescue cultivators from the void—such incredible prowess!

"It is truly fortunate to establish connections with cultivators from the Otherworld. I’ll prepare a banquet to welcome these guests from afar!" Ouyang Qing heartily obliged, knowing the good relationship with his grandson meant Jiang Yuan would keep the benefit within the family.

It was uncertain what realm the rescued cultivators from the Otherworld were in, but as they were fellow human cultivators, he felt obliged to lend assistance.

At the mention of "holding a banquet," Jiang Yuan recalled the previous occasion that resembled a marketplace fair, where even the most common Spirit Fruits were considered rare treasures.

Fortunately, a large batch of fruits was just harvested from the Level Three Spirit Field the day before—a collection far richer in Spiritual Energy and aesthetically pleasing compared to those grown in Level Two Spirit Fields. With a flick of his hand, a pile of these fruits filled the table, their rich Spiritual Energy immediately spreading, enticing everyone.

Ouyang Qing’s eyes widened at the sight of the pile of colorful Spirit Fruits he’d never seen before, secretly astonished.

"I have a small plot of land in the courtyard, and these Spirit Fruits are produced from there," Jiang Yuan happily explained, knowing his host had never seen such fruits before: "These fruits are called Iron Vine Fragrance, growing on vine stalks resembling iron. They bloom white flowers and bear red fruits, emitting a strong aroma upon ripening. The taste is fresh and sweet; one fruit quickly replenishes Spiritual Power while also uplifting mood, relieving heat and irritability."

The Iron Vine Fragrance fruits were as large as fists, with smooth, bright red skin so dense with Spiritual Energy that it appeared shrouded in a faint mist, their aroma uplifting even upon a mere sniff.

"These small fruits are called Purple Jade Pearls." He picked up a bunch of deep purple Spirit Fruits from the pile and introduced them: "See how they’re shaped round like pearls, growing in bunches on the field, resembling a small tree only about a meter high, yet highly productive.

Although their aroma isn’t as strong as Iron Vine Fragrance, they have a distinctive fragrance nonetheless. They taste sweet and sour, replenishing Spiritual Power with a slight detoxification effect. Prolonged consumption might increase poison resistance."

Ouyang Qing listened attentively, examining each fruit and openly expressing his amazement.

In the past, when the sect needed to showcase, they bought Spirit Fruits from other sects and families at high prices, or found some during wilderness expeditions and preserved them.

However, the quality and quantity were always limited.

Seeing Jiang Yuan casually produce such high-quality fruits with added effects left Ouyang Qing envious. Furthermore, these excellent fruits were actually grown by someone in their garden!

Mr. Jiang is truly a transcendent master, capable of growing such extraordinary Spirit Fruits even as a farmer!

"This visit was rushed, with little preparation. Please accept these garden-grown Spirit Fruits; they are great for treating guests or distributing among disciples for a taste." Seeing the old man’s shocked expression, Jiang Yuan thought to himself, "This is just the beginning. If you could see the Level Four and Five Spirit Field products, your jaw would drop!"

He chuckled, thinking about his Spirit Fruit Garden!

His courtyard even hosted the Nine Nether Peach Tree!

Oh right, on an acre of Spirit Field, there was the heavy-duty Cloud Field capable of planting Spirit Roots!

His lips curled in satisfaction; reaching such a level as a farmer was quite an achievement.

After proper negotiations, Jiang Yuan swiftly entered the other realm and brought out the group of cultivators and accompanying people.

"Swoosh!"

A burst of wind, and Ouyang Qing watched as he suddenly vanished, only to reappear moments later with a group of people, numbed by such miraculous acts he’d seen more often. He quickly went forward to greet the temporary guests.

Upon approach, Ouyang Qing immediately noticed the leading cultivators from the Otherworld exuded an aura far beyond his realm!

Their disciples seemed young yet were brimming with vigor and robust aura, overall exceeding the entire Celestial Sword Sect in strength!

"Thank you for your generous hospitality. We are new here and unfamiliar with this world, kindly guide us." Qin Yunfan bowed slightly, introducing himself: "Our world endured cataclysmic devastation, and we were lost in the void, luckily saved by Mr. Jiang and recommended to settle in your esteemed sect.

I am an elder of Haoyue Sect, currently at the Second Layer of Soul Emergence Realm. These are the disciples within, ranging from Enlightenment Realm to Heartbeat Realm and even Half-Step Golden Core; and these are the ordinary people rescued during the disaster. Since entrusted, I must ensure they are well settled.

During this time, we’ll surely trouble your sect, but once we understand and find a suitable location, we’ll depart.

During our temporary stay, we won’t freeload. As Mr. Jiang mentioned, at night the wilderness appears with Demon Beasts and various adventures, and I’ll lead our disciples to traverse the wilderness, offering our gains as compensation."

Being newcomers, being taken in by another sect to avoid confusion is already very generous, thus compensation must be clear—it’s unfair to take advantage for free.

"Qin Daoist, you’re too courteous, Mr. Jiang explained your situation. I’m deeply respectful! To protect oneself and preserve the safety of ordinary people amidst cataclysm shows Qin Daoist is a model cultivator." Hearing "Soul Emergence Realm," Ouyang Qing’s knees almost buckled, quickly exchanging pleasantries and inviting them inside the hall.

Soul Emergence Realm, what concept is that?

At least in his knowledge, human cultivators never surpassed Nascent Soul Realm! Otherwise, he wouldn’t be so revered despite failing Golden Core breakthrough.

Soul Emergence Realm is above Nascent Soul Realm!

Even their disciples have those who reached Half-Step Golden Core, which matches his lifelong cultivation efforts. Stimulated by these visitors, Ouyang Qing secretly resolved to successfully break through the Golden Core Realm and extend his lifespan onwards!

Amid settling, ending the aftermath of accepting void refugees, Jiang Yuan had arrangements with Carefree City, thus bid farewell and teleported back to his courtyard, waiting for nighttime wilderness arrival.

Before dusk spread, the summer sunset’s afterglow cast a golden edge on everything.

Inside the City Lord’s Mansion, Gongxi Yanchang’s face couldn’t hide his smile, "Still, Madam thought everything through! Under the guise of thanking the visit, offering the dearly obtained Pill Formula strengthens relations, now we have a network among alchemists!"

"I’ve been considering, although the Pill Formula is precious, it’s merely a Youthful Appearance Pill recipe and not of great use." The City Lord’s Wife pondered, "I’ll fetch some top-quality Demon Cores from the treasury along. No matter what, Jin’Er’s complete recovery owes itself to Mr. Jiang’s efforts."

Thinking out loud, she whispered, "Interested in Demon Realm Alliance’s addition of Teleportation Array to resolve Western Continent’s Demon Beast plague, should we arrange something, adding an array within Carefree City’s jurisdiction?"

Gongxi Yanchang furrowed his brow at the suggestion, "If we could add another Teleportation Array, funneling the beasts into our territory is beneficial indeed.

Not only would the numbers increase, attracting more Demon Cultivators for hunting, advancing Demon Core trade, but also introducing new Demon Core types. However, given limited city rights, lacking connections and strength against major powers, with no reliable relations within the Demon Realm Alliance, how can we arrange this?"

"Ah! We are so impoverished here, aside from endless Demon Beasts and piles of Demon Cores, no other resources. Moreover, most Demon Cores are of ordinary quality; if we could lay out high-quality thousand-year ones, wouldn’t it ease plans?"

"That’d involve searching daytime wilderness and whether together could be fruitful."

"Forget it, we’ve always lacked fortune. Otherwise, upon entering the Secret Realm before, gained nothing but trouble, nearly costing Jin’Er’s life. Let’s prepare ourselves; as Daoist Xie visits, mingling with Alchemist Mr. Jiang comes first."