On Azure Mist Island.

Waterfalls cascade like silver chains, green waters ripple, lush trees provide shade, the mountains appear jade-like, the sky is clear, and clouds drift leisurely. The spirit fields, cultivated and distributed in a terraced arrangement, are scattered harmoniously...

There are hundreds of acres of fertile fields on the island.

In the spirit fields, numerous low-tier spirit farmers labor diligently.

These low-tier spirit farmers, noticing someone flying above, raise their heads to watch, eyes filled with envy.

Qin Ming looked down at the spirit farmers beneath his feet, letting out a silent sigh.

Thinking back, he too was once like them, giving him a feeling of distance from his past.

Azure Mist Island truly deserves its Tier Two Middle-Grade Spiritual Vein status; as soon as they entered the island, they felt an abundance of spiritual energy greeting them.

A faint azure spiritual mist permeated the air, intertwining with light, flowing like time, hazy yet dreamlike.

Qin Ming scanned the island's topography from above, noticing the island is shaped like a pen holder, with three mountain peaks.

Wu Jiang explained beside him, "This Azure Mist Island has three spirit peaks, the central one is Danxia Peak, offering a Tier Two Middle-Grade Spiritual Vein environment."

"On either side are Vast Sea Cliff and Sangmu Peak, which have Tier Two Low-Grade Spiritual Vein environments."

Qin Ming nodded.

Then the two descended onto the mid-mountain of Danxia Peak.

At the mountain gate, several Mo Family cultivators promptly came out, their expressions cautious, as they approached to inquire, "What business do you two fellow daoists have on our island?"

Wu Jiang explained their purpose.

The guard then went inside to convey the message.

A moment later.

An elder with silver hair emerged, emitting the mana fluctuations of the Qi Cultivation Ninth Layer.

"Oh! So it's really Little Wu!"

"It's been years; didn't your father say you went to Yunze Wilderness to seek opportunities? How come you returned so soon?"

Wu Jiang, hearing this, blushed slightly, scratching the back of his head awkwardly, saying, "Elder Mo, there was chaos over there, so I returned early."

"Hahaha! Returning is also good; even if there are opportunities, one must be alive to enjoy them." Elder Mo nodded.

He then looked at Qin Ming, whose appearance seemed ordinary, and frowned, "I suppose this young friend is the co-renter you intended to introduce?"

Wu Jiang hurriedly nodded, "This is Qin Ming, Fellow Daoist Qin, at the later stage of Qi Cultivation Eighth Layer, and he is a Tier Two Spirit Plant Master."

Upon hearing this.

Elder Mo's expression discreetly revealed a hint of astonishment but quickly concealed it.

"I didn't expect Fellow Daoist Qin to be a Tier Two Spirit Plant Master, my apologies!"

Qin Ming returned a salute, "I greet Elder Mo."

"In that case, please proceed to the main peak for a chat; the Patriarch is already selecting co-renters, and several other fellow daoists have come for the summons." Saying so, Elder Mo welcomed them inside.

The three walked up the winding stone path through the mountains.

The woodland path was refreshingly poetic, with lush tea hills on either side, like jade embedded on the island.

Numerous cave mansions and courtyards were built along the mountain, secluded in secret realms, away from worldly chaos, with only the gentle echoes of insects and birds in the valleys.

Morning light spread over the highest building of the main peak, glistening like a golden edge.

Such a fortuitous spirit land, filled with immortal qi, is entrancing.

In an instant.

Qin Ming made a decisive choice in his heart: even to co-rent, he must rent a peak here.

Cultivating here truly wouldn't be a bad idea.

Half an incense stick later.

The three entered the main hall of the mountain peak building.

Several people were already seated inside the hall.

Upon seeing newcomers enter, all eyes converged on Qin Ming and Wu Jiang.

Elder Mo, after entering, reported to a woman seated at the head of the hall, "Patriarch, Young Friend Wu also introduced Fellow Daoist Qin, who is interested in co-renting."

Qin Ming's gaze fell on her instantly.

He saw a strikingly beautiful woman seated at the main seat, in her twenties, wearing a long blue gauze dress, with a gentle, elegant, and unhurried demeanor.

This was Qingxia Fairy, Mo Lingwei.

Earlier, on the road, Wu Jiang had mentioned to Qin Ming that Mo Lingwei was at the late stage of Qi Cultivation Seventh Layer.

But upon seeing her now, Qin Ming realized she was hiding her true cultivation level.

Her actual cultivation was Qi Cultivation Perfection.

Just one step away from Foundation Establishment.

If Qin Ming did not possess Divine Thought comparable to the Foundation Establishment Stage, he too would have difficulty detecting the anomaly.

It seemed to be an extremely advanced Concealing Breath technique.

Mo Lingwei smiled gently at Qin Ming, "Greetings, Fellow Daoist Qin, please sit as you wish."

Qin Ming found a chair and sat down casually.

After that, Mo Lingwei began detailing matters related to co-renting the spirit island, including the rent and other arrangements.

Her every frown and smile were like a phoenix dancing, lotus flowers blooming.

"Now, everyone please introduce yourselves briefly, I need to consider my choices carefully."

"Lastly, let me be clear upfront, if anyone has ulterior motives, our Mo Family can terminate the co-leasing agreement at any time."

Next,

The cultivators present in the hall for co-leasing began introducing themselves one by one.

These were cultivators who had passed the Mo Family's screening to enter the hall.

None were average loose cultivators.

The first to introduce himself was a middle-aged cultivator named Tang Feng, with a cultivation at the Qi Cultivation Eighth Layer, and a Tier One High-Grade Talisman Master.

This man's background was clean, having worked in Vast Sea Immortal City for over a decade; this time he wanted to rent the island to find a quiet place for contemplation and breakthrough to Tier Two Talisman Master.

The second to stand and introduce himself was an elderly gentleman in scholar's robes named Duan Haishan, at Qi Cultivation Eighth Layer, and like Qin Ming, also a Spirit Plant Master.

However, he was a Tier One High-Grade Spirit Plant Master, slightly lower in rank than Qin Ming.

Next.

After seven or eight cultivators had introduced themselves.

It was finally Qin Ming's turn.

Qin Ming stood up, nodded to Mo Lingwei seated at the head, and then began his introduction.

When he mentioned his identity as a Tier Two Spirit Plant Master, everyone present was astonished!

"Does Fellow Daoist Qin have a Spirit Plant Master identity token?" The elderly gentleman named Duan Haishan appeared conflicted, seemingly not believing someone so young could be a Tier Two Spirit Plant Master.

He had cultivated Spirit Plants all his life and had just barely reached Tier One High-Grade.

Everyone also looked to Qin Ming, hoping to verify the truth.

A Tier Two Spirit Plant Master would be a valuable guest in any major sect or power.

Qin Ming nodded, a wooden token representing his identity as a Spirit Plant Master appeared in his hand, and he infused it with mana.

The back of the token, representing a Tier Two Spirit Plant Master, instantly glowed with a green aura.

"Truly a Tier Two Spirit Plant Master!"

"Such talent at a young age... Fellow Daoist Qin, your achievements are impressive," Duan Haishan, clearing his doubts, stood up and cupped his hands towards Qin Ming.

Mo Lingwei felt a wave of emotion surge within her, a flicker of surprise flashing in her beautiful eyes.

But quickly, she calmed down, with a thoughtful expression.

After all introductions were complete, Mo Lingwei softly and gracefully said, "Please wait a moment, have some Spirit Tea and rest."

"I will discuss with the tribal elders and present the final decision shortly."

Having said this, Mo Lingwei bowed slightly to everyone and retreated into the inner hall.

After two incense sticks of time.

Mo Lingwei emerged again to announce the results:

"Fellow Daoist Tang Feng and Fellow Daoist Duan Haishan, please stay."

"I must apologize to the rest, you may explore the island or choose to leave at your convenience."

As she finished speaking.

Tang Feng's face lit up with joy.

Duan Haishan was initially taken aback, showing a hint of confusion, then donned a cheerful expression.

The cultivators not selected sighed in disappointment and took their leave from Mo Lingwei.

Qin Ming was equally surprised by the outcome.

He couldn't grasp what Mo Lingwei was thinking, choosing Duan Haishan, a Tier One High-Grade Spirit Plant Master, over him.

Given the situation.

He could only bid farewell and depart.

Wu Jiang was bewildered, puzzled, and confused.

After bidding goodbye to Elder Mo, he quickly followed went after them.

...

After arranging accommodations for Tang Feng and Duan Haishan,

Elder Mo expressed his doubts, "Why didn't the Patriarch heed our advice and choose Fellow Daoist Qin? He is..."

Mo Lingwei frowned slightly, waving to interrupt him, then firmly said, "To lead the family forward, I have to be cautious and can't afford any mistakes."

"We know Tang Feng and Duan Haishan well. Their backgrounds are clear, and they have a good reputation in Vast Sea Immortal City. They're reliable and manageable."

"As for Qin Ming, honestly, I observed him in the hall for a long time, yet couldn't completely see through him."

"Moreover, a Tier Two Spirit Plant Master is already beyond the scope of our control."

"It was our first meeting, and I had never heard of him before this."

"At least until I reach Foundation Establishment, having such a great god living nearby would bring me unease."

Elder Mo then smiled assuredly, "The Patriarch is increasingly resembling the old Patriarch."

Mo Lingwei responded with a faint smile, then a trace of melancholy flashed through her expression.

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