Cultivation Starts from Farming Chapter 935 - 409: Major Victory; Surprise Reward (2)

"If the Canghua Divine Wood Sword could be transformed into a treasure, the might of the Sword Array would be unimaginable."

Yet, the materials required to elevate a Heaven-Reaching Spiritual Treasure are exceptionally hard to come by. For a cultivator at the late Nascent Soul stage, these are utterly indispensable.

Through the years, no news of them surfaced, nor were any traces found at auctions. It was evident that these materials had long been cornered by the major late-stage Nascent Soul cultivators.

However, the difficulty in enhancing a Heaven-Reaching Spiritual Treasure is simply beyond contemplation.

It’s not a mere matter of accumulating resources; the crucial aspect lies in nurturing the Artifact Spirit and augmenting its inherent spiritual essence.

Such treasures are exceedingly rare and virtually unattainable. They have been monopolized for ages by the paramount late-stage Nascent Soul grand cultivators from the Outer Sea, never making their way to any public market.

For many years, Xu Ping had been diligently seeking them but had never stumbled upon even a whisper of their existence.

Just as his thoughts were in a whirl, Yun Wei Feng, the venerable patriarch of Yun Lan, seated at the foremost position, stroked his beard and delivered his words with a smile:

"Young Friend Xu is far too humble. You have rendered an immense service to the Outer Sea, expending your own Primordial Qi and shortening your lifespan by employing forbidden Divine Techniques. How could this old man possibly turn a blind eye to such a deed?"

As he spoke, a gentle flick of his sleeve sent a jade box, exquisitely warm to the touch and intricately inscribed with Spirit Talisman runes, floating towards Xu Ping, guided by a soft surge of Mana.

The lid creaked open slightly, and a familiar, boundless Dao rhyme of life creation instantly permeated the surroundings.

It was, without a doubt, a Life Creation Pill, its size comparable to a dragon's eye.

Although uncertain about the specific Divine Technique Xu Ping had employed, or why his lifespan was depleted yet he appeared unharmed, Yun Wei Feng could not disregard the situation.

This offering served as both recompense and a strategic move to demonstrate goodwill and secure his allegiance.

"Thank you, Senior Yun, for this generous endowment!"

Visibly moved, Xu Ping readily accepted the jade box without a hint of affectation, tucking it away into his sleeve.

While the pill's effect in extending lifespan was significantly diminished for him, it was more than sufficient to counteract the minor depletion incurred from activating the Silent Extinction Divine Light earlier.

"Hehe, this is merely a small token that Young Friend rightfully deserves."

A gentle smile graced Yun Wei Feng's features, yet his tone shifted to a more serious cadence: "Young Friend Xu, aside from this, are there any other necessities you require?"

"Whatever our Outer Sea Human Race can provide, we shall spare no effort to offer it to you!"

To fortify the Human Race's territories against the impending demonic onslaught, formidable individuals like Xu Ping, possessing exceptional combat prowess and few entanglements, were indispensable pillars of strength.

It was paramount that he willingly lent his might, and ideally, that his interests be more deeply intertwined with those of the Outer Sea Human Race.

"Is there anything else you need?"

Upon hearing this, Xu Ping lapsed into contemplation once more.

Indeed, there were numerous things he desired at that very moment:

Inheritance of a Fourth Rank Upper Grade or even a quasi-Fifth Rank puppet, miraculous Spiritual Objects to aid Shui Hushu in surpassing the Fourth Rank Upper Grade, and rare Spiritual Materials to further enhance the caliber of his Magic Sword....

However, the majority of these could be pursued and amassed over time through his own capabilities.

Only the transcendental treasures aimed at fortifying the spirituality of a Heaven-Reaching Spiritual Treasure were thoroughly monopolized by the major factions, rendering them nearly impossible for him to procure single-handedly.

Now presented the ideal juncture to articulate this specific need.

Having reached a decision, Xu Ping inclined his head and stated in a composed voice: "Thank you, Senior Yun, for your profound kindness. I do have a request, though I fear it may seem rather audacious."

"My desire is to enhance the spirituality of my life-bound Flying Sword. I wonder if perhaps you might possess any Spiritual Materials capable of nurturing its Artifact Spirit and bolstering the Heaven-Reaching Spiritual Treasure's core essence?"

"Such treasures are exceptionally scarce, and I am prepared to offer other resources in exchange."

"To enhance the core essence of a Heaven-Reaching Spiritual Treasure?"

Upon hearing this, Yun Wei Feng's white eyebrows arched slightly, though no significant surprise registered on his countenance.

He had long recognized the extraordinary nature of the Canghua Divine Wood Sword, the linchpin of Xu Ping's Sword Array. Therefore, his pursuit of such Spiritual Materials was entirely logical.

Yun Wei Feng mused for a moment, a flicker of resolve crossing his eyes, and then let out a sigh: "Alas, such materials are indeed rare; our Human Race's reserves are also quite limited."

As he uttered these words, he flipped his hand.

An unusual ore, roughly the size of a human head, entirely black yet faintly shimmering with a prismatic luster, as if it possessed the ability to absorb all surrounding light, materialized in his palm.

The moment this stone materialized, the Spiritual Qi within the entirety of the hall seemed to subtly coalesce towards it. It also emanated an indescribable Dao rhyme that pacified the mind and enlightened the wisdom.

"This is known as the ’Black Obsidian Spiritual Ore,"' Yun Wei Feng explained. "It is a unique ore formed deep within the earth’s veins, having absorbed ten thousand years of earthly fiend and stellar essence."

"Its most significant application is in slowly nurturing the spirituality of an Artifact Spirit and purifying the origin of a Magical Treasure, offering immense assistance in advancing a Heaven-Reaching Spiritual Treasure."

This Black Obsidian Spiritual Ore had been originally intended for Si Kong Zi Yan, but since Xu Ping had made the request, it was deemed better to fulfill his wish first.

Plans for Si Kong Zi Yan could be made later, at a more opportune time.

After all, the late-stage great cultivators had reached a private accord: various forces would jointly reimburse the resources granted to Xu Ping on this occasion.

While this Black Obsidian Spiritual Ore was initially produced by the Yunxiao Sect, other forces would later compensate Si Kong Zi Yan with resources of equivalent value.

"I trust this will aid your Magical Treasure in reaching greater heights, enabling it to better defend our Human Race territories in the future!"

Yun Wei Feng chuckled heartily, propelling the Black Obsidian Spiritual Ore toward Xu Ping.

Although Xu Ping was unaware of the internal resource allocation agreements, witnessing the ore’s remarkable qualities and extraordinary Dao rhyme filled him with a surge of elation.

Even if this particular ore was insufficient to directly transform the Canghua Divine Wood Sword into a treasure instantly, it would undoubtedly enhance its spirituality substantially. This would strengthen its origin, making it more robust and resilient, thereby elevating its power to a superior tier.

The might of the Sword Array was bound to improve dramatically.

Xu Ping accepted the ore with utmost solemnity, depositing it into his Storage Ring. "Thank you, Senior Yun," he said.

The spoils from this encounter had far surpassed his initial expectations!

Two late-stage Nascent Soul ancient demon corpses, a Life Creation Pill, a top-grade Moon Shadow Stone, and now this Black Obsidian Spiritual Ore...