You Cultivate, I Farm

Chapter 693: Upside-Down Yin and Yang Fruit

“Friend Lu has treasures better than the Starlight Twin Swords and the Fifth-Rank Cultivation Method in hand?”

The clear-eyed elder’s heart suddenly filled with intense curiosity upon hearing this.

Among the treasures brought out by the Jindan Cultivators present, the Starlight Twin Swords and that Fifth-Rank Cultivation Method had captured his heart the most, yet for the sake of his clan’s future, he was compelled to prioritize the Cultivation Method.

“Obtained by chance, it just so happens to be suitable for Fellow Bai’s family.”

“If utilized properly, it might even add one or two Golden Core Real People to the Bai family in the short term.”

Lu Xuan said with a half-smile as he transmitted his voice.

This statement, however, scratched right where the clear-eyed elder itched.

The reason he had brought out the rare Sixth Grade Spirit Seed left by the clan’s ancestor was to exchange it for suitable treasures, intending to boost the family’s lifeforce as much as possible to ensure its long-term survival.

If there really were treasures like the ones mentioned by Lu Xuan, which could, in a short time—no, even if extended to several hundred or even a thousand years—add one or two more Golden Core Real People to the clan, then to the Bai family, such treasures would truly be priceless.

“Friend Lu can check the Spiritual Seed first, as long as he does not take it out of this small courtyard.”

He confidently handed over the mysterious Spiritual Seed enveloped in black fog to Lu Xuan.

The courtyard was protected by a powerful Formation, and with two Jindan Cultivators of the Bai family present, and Lu Xuan being a Spirit Plant Master himself, he had no fear that the other party would forcefully take the Spiritual Seed.

Suppressing the excitement in his heart, Lu Xuan nonchalantly took out a handful of Spirit Soil from his storage bag and planted the dark Spiritual Seed into it.

“Just felt a sudden urge to try which kind of Spirit Soil is suitable for cultivating this Spiritual Seed.”

Before the puzzled gazes of those around, Lu Xuan casually concocted a reason, his consciousness focused on the dark Spiritual Seed within the Spirit Soil.

In an instant, a thought flashed through his mind.

“Upside-Down Yin Fruit, a Sixth-grade Spiritual Plant, suitable for growing in Extremely Yin Spirit Qi and Spirit Soil, irrigated with Yin Attribute Spiritual Spring, the matured Spirit Fruit can significantly enhance the Spiritual Power of Jindan Cultivators, aiding the cultivators in comprehending the Yin Yang Transformation Path Technique Divine Ability.”

“Born together with the Reverse Yang Fruit, inseparable in growth, it can be cultivated alone or together; when grown jointly, they produce the Upside-Down Yin and Yang Fruit, possessing the traits of both fruits—in effect a quasi Seventh-grade Spirit Fruit—consumption enhances Spiritual Power several times more than individual fruits, while also harmoniously integrating Yin and Yang, creating an endless cycle of life.”

“Yin alone can generate, Yang alone can grow, Yin and Yang together cultivated, towering above the Sixth Grade!”

“A Sixth Grade Spiritual Plant of the same origin, harmonizing Yin and Yang?”

“Patriarch Bai has hidden this very deep indeed. If one lacked this special ability and didn’t understand the unique properties of the Upside-Down Yin and Yang Fruit, it’s very likely they’d miss out on a supreme Sixth-grade Spiritual Plant, second only to the Seventh Grade!”

After discerning the detailed information about the Spiritual Plant, waves stirred within Lu Xuan’s heart, yet his expression remained calm, so as not to let Patriarch Bai or the other Golden Core Real People notice anything amiss.

“Since I’m aware of it, there’s no chance I’d miss it.”

He thought to himself, taking the Upside-Down Yin Fruit Spiritual Seed out of the Spirit Soil and returning it to the elder.

“What does Friend Lu think?”

After a brief inspection to ensure the Spiritual Seed was intact, the elder asked with a smile.

“Not bad, I quite like it,”

Lu Xuan replied with a nod.

“Then I wonder what treasure…”

Upon hearing the elder’s words, Lu Xuan smiled and took out a palm-sized stele from his storage bag.

The stele was faintly colored with seven hues, its surface engraved with countless lively miniatures in various postures and activities. The figures were lifelike, as if imbued with vitality, performing scenes of joy and sorrow, union and separation upon the surface of the stele.

“This treasure is called the Red Dust Stele; one’s consciousness can delve deep within it to experience the myriad states of the mortal world, the parting of life and death, thus tempering the will and strengthening the Spirit Sense, guarding against the invasion of Evil Demons, and slightly increasing the odds of breaking through to the Nascent Soul Stage.”

He conveyed his thoughts to the elderly man through a mental message.

When a Foundation Establishment Cultivator tries to advance to Core Formation, if their determination wavers, it’s possible for them to attract evil demons or even spawn Heart Demons within themselves, leading to failure in forming their core. In severe cases, there could even be a risk to their lives.

The Red Dust Stele from the Seven Emotions Bean Light Cluster can solve this issue quite well. However, since Lu Xuan is alone with no attachments, after he advances to Core Formation, the stele would just sit in a corner gathering dust. It would be best to use it in exchange for that mysterious Spiritual Seed from the Bai Family.

“A treasure that can enhance the probability of Core Formation?”

Upon hearing Lu Xuan’s words, the stern-looking elder nearly lost his composure, but managed to control his thoughts with great effort. He took the Seven Colored Stele from Lu Xuan and explored it with his Spiritual Sense.

“Just as I thought!”

“To have such a treasure! It’s a perfect fit for the current state of the Bai family!”

Endless joy surged in his heart. The Bai Family was large and their business vast. They weren’t lacking Foundation Establishment Perfect cultivators; however, due to limited heritage, unless one had one-in-a-million talent, advancing to the Jindan stage was quite difficult.

Yet, the stele in front of him could slightly increase the probabilities of breaking through to Core Formation. Even if the increase was marginal, adding one or two Golden Core Real People to the Bai Family could bring boundless benefits.

“Heaven is helping the Bai Family! I must obtain this miraculous stele!”

He thought to himself determinedly.

“Friend Lu, this treasure is indeed as you say, and it suits a small clan or a minor sect like the Bai Family perfectly. Since you are a Spirit Plant Master, how about we just make a direct exchange?”

With the Red Dust Stele in hand, the elder cast aside any thoughts of the Starlight Twin Swords or the Fifth-Rank Cultivation Method.

“An exchange is possible, but if we simply trade directly like this, wouldn’t I be at a bit of a loss?”

Lu Xuan said with a smile.

“Sixth Grade Spirit Seed, and it’s an extremely rare variety at that. In exchange for this Fifth Rank Treasure in your hand, how could you possibly be at a loss?”

The elder retorted.

“That’s not the way to look at it.”

Lu Xuan spoke calmly, shaking his head.

“Although the Spiritual Seed in Patriarch Bai’s hands is Sixth Grade, Spiritual Seeds are the lowest in value among treasures of their rank. You have to face the risk of failing to cultivate them and also spend a lot of time and energy. Although it belongs to the Jindan category like a Fifth Rank Treasure, its value might still be slightly less when compared to some rare treasures.”

“Whereas my Red Dust Stele can slightly improve the odds of Core Formation, and for a power like the Bai Family, what that means, I’m sure Fellow Bai is quite clear.”

“Then, how about I additionally compensate you with one hundred thousand Low-grade Spirit Stones? With that, you could buy a decent Fifth-Rank Magical Artifact. This is the greatest sincerity I can offer.”

The stern-looking elder tentatively asked.

“Lu Mou sincerely wishes to exchange with Fellow Bai, but I didn’t expect Fellow Bai to treat it so frivolously.”

Lu Xuan made a motion as if putting the Red Dust Stele into his storage bag.

“Then what is it that Friend Lu desires? As long as the Bai family can manage it, we will definitely meet your demands.”

Bai Yushan, noticing Lu Xuan’s gesture, had a flash of urgency in his eyes, subtle but unmistakable.

Even knowing that Lu Xuan was playing hard to get, he was ready to pursue the treasure of the Red Dust Stele like a moth to a flame, regardless of the consequences.

Seeing this, the corners of Lu Xuan’s mouth rose.

“Fellow Bai should have another Sixth Grade Spirit Seed of the same origin in his possession, right?”

His tone was mild, but his words made the stern-looking elder’s eyes bulge with surprise.