This Spirit-Transforming Demon Grass is indeed a good thing.

His two Demon Beasts could certainly use it.

Qin Ming naturally wouldn't miss the opportunity, but he couldn't agree too readily either.

Otherwise, it would seem a bit too pretentious.

Thus, he put on a troubled face and said, "Replying to the elder, although I know a little about this Spirit Plant, this is the first time I'm seeing it."

"I'm afraid..."

"Within Vast Sea Immortal City, if Friend Qin can't grow it, then no one else can," Nalan Xi said undoubtedly, "I trust your Spirit Plant Skill; you might as well give it a try."

"Even if you fail, I won't blame you; it would simply be fate."

"If by any chance you succeed, you could be promoted to a Tier Three Spirit Plant Master; wouldn't that be killing two birds with one stone?"

Master Vast Sea had spoken this far, so Qin Ming had no choice but to agree.

So he clasped his fists and said, "In that case, I will do my best to try."

Nalan Xi smiled faintly upon hearing this, closed the jade box in his hand, and sent it flying toward Qin Ming.

Qin Ming gently caught the jade box and stored it in his storage pouch.

Just as he was about to say something, a person hurriedly walked in from outside the great hall.

Upon seeing him, Qin Ming realized it was the Mid-stage Foundation Establishment Steward who had brought him in earlier.

The Steward seemed to have urgent matters to report to Master Vast Sea, but upon seeing Qin Ming still present, he glanced at Master Vast Sea up at the top.

"No problem, go ahead and say it."

Master Vast Sea said calmly.

"Yes!" The middle-aged Steward nodded upon hearing this, then continued, "Reporting to the City Lord, there have been some small groups of Demon Beasts appearing in the area near Immortal City to the west of the Beast Roar Mountain Range, and they seem to be showing unusual activity..."

Upon hearing this, Qin Ming raised an eyebrow slightly.

But Nalan Xi seemed to have expected this and instructed calmly, "Order the Scout Camp to continue monitoring closely and report to me immediately with any updates."

"If any Demon Beast crosses the boundary, kill them on the spot."

"Understood!"

Seeing that Nalan Xi and the Steward seemed to have more matters to discuss, Qin Ming spoke up, "With the elder having other matters to attend to, I shall take my leave first."

"Mm, indeed, there are matters today; if there was any neglect in hospitality, Friend Qin should feel free to visit Vast Sea Peak often; I won't see you out." Nalan Xi nodded.

"If you make any progress, have someone inform me."

"Rest assured, elder!"

The middle-aged Steward also showed a hint of surprise in his eyes, realizing that Qin Ming and the City Lord had clearly reached some sort of agreement.

Being valued so highly by a Golden Core Master, it seems I should draw closer to Fellow Daoist Qin in the future.

Afterward, Qin Ming saluted Nalan and then left the great hall.

Breathing the outside air, he felt a sense of relief.

Dealing with a Golden Core Master, he had to be cautious in every aspect, even speaking as if walking on thin ice.

Qin Ming once again savored the Tier Three High-Grade Spirit Vein environment of Vast Sea Peak before leaving.

A half-hour later.

Qin Ming returned to the Inner City, heading toward Mirror Snow Pavilion.

Along the way, he heard all sorts of rumors about himself.

Especially the news in the Spirit Plant Master Guild that quickly spread.

When people learned that the phenomenon inside Vast Sea Immortal City today was caused by Qin Ming, discussions about him filled the streets and alleys.

Hearing these discussions, Qin Ming shook his head and quickened his pace toward Mirror Snow Pavilion.

But just as he arrived near Mirror Snow Pavilion, he found not only Guu Qingzhao and Shopkeeper Liao coming out to greet him, but also Huangfu Qii and his dao companion Chen Qiaoling, along with several young Foundation Establishment cultivators from Mirror Snow Pavilion.

Qin Ming had seen them before at Guu Qingzhao's small Foundation Establishment celebration.

Seeing such a grand procession, Qin Ming couldn't help but feel a bit embarrassed...

"Congratulations to Fellow Daoist Qin for advancing to a Tier Two High-Grade Spirit Plant Master and becoming famous throughout Vast Sea Immortal City, a step further in the Immortal Dao." Guu Qingzhao showed a rare smile and congratulated Qin Ming.

"Congratulations, Fellow Daoist Qin, congratulations!"

"Qin Honored Guest Elder, congratulations on advancing to a Tier Two High-Grade Spirit Plant Master."

...

"Hahaha! Long time no see, Fellow Daoist Qin has become a Foundation Establishment cultivator like us."

"And I heard that in the Path of Spiritual Plants, you almost have no rivals in the Cultivation Realm of the Wei Country."

"I always knew Fellow Daoist Qin was extraordinary."

Huangfu Qii, still dressed like a refined scholar, cheerfully greeted Qin Ming.

"Fellow Daoist Qin, no matter what, you must stay in the pavilion for a few more days this time; I want to learn a lot about the Path of Spiritual Plants from you." Chen Qiaoling said with a smile.

Back when Qin Ming separated from Spirit Feather Sect, he had benefited a lot from Chen Qiaoling's help.

"Certainly, certainly next time." Qin Ming promised.

Qin Ming discreetly observed Huangfu Qii and noticed that his mana fluctuation had already advanced to Late-stage Foundation Establishment.

You know, when he was in Mid-stage Foundation Establishment, his strength was already unmatched in the Cultivation Realm of Wei Country.

After breaking through to Late-stage Foundation Establishment, he should be even more unbeatable.

That Divine Sword Thunder-Attracting Skill of his, Qin Ming still remembered vividly.

Its dreadful power could not even be endured by Lin Zixiao; if he hadn't had a Substitution Technique, he probably wouldn't be the demon overlord he is now.

From Guu Qingzhao, Qin Ming also learned that Huangfu Qii's main skill was Thunder Skill, supplemented by the Ancient Sword Array. That Thunder Skill was the Huangfu Family's ancestral heritage, which others could not learn.

...

Later, Qin Ming entered the pavilion surrounded by the crowd.

Guu Qingzhao had already arranged a large table of food and drinks to welcome him.

At the dinner table, everyone talked about their experiences during this period.

The other young Foundation Establishment cultivators at Mirror Snow Pavilion were particularly respectful to Qin Ming, taking turns toasting him.

Although his title was merely an Honorary Guest Elder now, his actual influence had far exceeded that.

"Hehehe! Fellow Daoist Qin, I heard you have Spirit Nesting Rice here, which I have admired for a long time; could you possibly sell some to me?" Huangfu Qii toasted Qin Ming with a cup of wine, rubbing his hands expectantly.

Qin Ming smiled slightly upon hearing this, "Of course, even if I don't sell to others, I will sell to Fellow Daoist Huangfu."

After the meal and drinks were sufficient.

The others from Mirror Snow Pavilion left first.

In the private room, only Guu Qingzhao, Shopkeeper Liao, and the couple Huangfu Qii and Chen Qiaoling remained.

"Fellow Daoist Qin, I heard...Master Vast Sea personally summoned you?" Guu Qingzhao hesitated for a moment but still asked.

She naturally worried that such a closely cooperative Spirit Plant Master and Alchemy Master might be poached by others.

Qin Ming nodded, not hiding it, "Yes, Elder Nalan did express an interest in me joining the Immortal City, but I didn't agree."

"Fellow Daoist Guu knows, I enjoy peace and freedom and dislike constraints."

Upon hearing this, everyone present couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.

"By the way, how's the situation recently?" Qin Ming asked again.

"Sigh, this time it will probably be big," Huangfu Qii spoke first, even before Guu Qingzhao could respond.

"With Zhao Family of Spirit Nest Islands falling, conflicts between Spirit Feather Sect and Thunder Origin Sect will inevitably escalate, and the moment for deciding the outcome is nearing."

"It's just uncertain where the main battlefield will be set."

"But it's certain that the duel between the sect's Golden Core Ancestors will directly determine the war's outcome."

"As for the smaller battlefields, who wins or loses is insignificant and irrelevant."

Hearing this, Qin Ming also fell into contemplation.

"What about Spirit Nest Islands?"

He was more concerned about the safety of his lair nearby.

"Qianye Spirit Island results are out, Thunder Origin Sect has nurtured a Foundation Establishment Clan preparing to rise."

"The 72 Island Loose Alliance has given up the rights to Spirit Island in exchange for some resources on the island and other conditions."

"In the short term, Spirit Nest Islands will likely return to peace, and Friend Qin's Wangyue Island should be largely unaffected." Guu Qingzhao said.

Upon hearing this, Qin Ming felt much more at ease.

"By the way, I just came out from Vast Sea Peak and heard that Demon Beasts are showing anomalous activity in the nearby mountains."

"Although you are always in Vast Sea Immortal City and probably won't face danger,"

"it's still important to stay vigilant."

"If another Demon Beast like the Double-Pupil Demon Ape appears, it would pose extreme danger."

Qin Ming suddenly remembered this and reminded Guu Qingzhao and Huangfu Qii.

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