You Cultivate, I Farm

Chapter 155

In a misty haze, a pure white spirit crane swiftly weaved through the air.

Moments later, it landed at the entrance of the Miscellaneous Affairs Hall.

Lu Xuan hopped off and, as a gesture, attempted to offer a spirit stone as payment for the crane's service. The crane let out a clear cry, flapping its wings to gently push away Lu Xuan's hand, then soared skyward, disappearing into the distance.

"Oh, why be so formal?" Lu Xuan muttered, half reluctantly returning the spirit stone to his storage pouch.

Entering the hall, various task information flashed continuously on the screen. Dozens of outer disciples stood below, awaiting suitable assignments.

Casually scanning, Lu Xuan found no tasks related to cultivating plants or animals that suited him. He bypassed the screen and approached a steward at the side.

"Excuse me, senior brother. I'd like to post a task. How should I proceed?"

It was rare to find fresh eyes of demonic beasts in Sword Gate Town, and Lu Xuan preferred not to hunt them himself. Considering this, he intended to assign a task related to gathering these eyes, resolving the Hundred-Eyed Enigmatic Wood's nourishment issues with the help of numerous outer disciples of the Sky Sword Sect.

Although he possessed items like the Concealing Spirit Robe, Brutal Elephant Force, and others, he was unwilling to personally venture into perilous areas to hunt demonic beasts, sticking to his original intentions.

"To post a task, you'll need three spirit stones. It can display on the screen for a month. If no disciple takes it within that time, it'll vanish. You can also renew it," the steward explained.

"You'll decide the task details and rewards. Once verified, we'll post it to prevent unnecessary disputes. It can be a one-time task or multiple retrievals, which can be canceled at any time here at the hall."

The steward, a consummate Qi cultivator, provided detailed instructions to Lu Xuan.

"Thank you for the guidance, senior brother. I'd like to issue a task to collect the eyes of demonic beasts, ranging from first to second rank," Lu Xuan decided.

"The primary requirement is to ensure the freshness of the eyes. For rewards, first-rank demonic beast eyes will fetch ten spirit stones each. As for second-rank ones, the price varies based on the beast's type, eye quality, and freshness, but not less than thirty spirit stones each."

Lu Xuan fetched three spirit stones from his pouch and handed them to the steward. The practitioner swiftly inscribed on a small screen and handed it over for Lu Xuan's confirmation.

"Brother, please review. If all is well, we can post it now."

Lu Xuan glanced at the screen and nodded in agreement.

The steward then inquired about Lu Xuan's cave's location and daily routine for smooth completion and handover after the task.

"By the way, senior brother, since you often post tasks here, I reckon you have a good understanding of nearby secluded areas. Do you know any places where various demonic insects flourish?"

"Places abundant with demonic insects? There's a location called the Crimson Miasma Valley. It's rich in vegetation, with a humid climate and vast areas covered in miasma, perfect for the growth and breeding of various demonic insects."

"If you wish to capture them, it's a good spot."

Lu Xuan quickly waved his hand, declining. "Senior brother, you misunderstood. I merely wanted to learn more. I've developed an interest in those peculiar demonic insects lately."

After a moment's contemplation, he continued, "I'll issue another task regarding the collection of demonic insect larvae or eggs. Particularly those shedding skins during their growth process would be ideal."

"As for rewards, they'll primarily be in spirit stones, negotiated based on the type, rank, and quantity of the insect eggs or larvae."

Rare eggs or larvae suitable for the Profound Insect Vine's growth were scarce. Hence, Lu Xuan decided to hire fellow disciples to collect suitable insect eggs or larvae, considering both the Hundred-Eyed Enigmatic Wood and the Profound Insect Vine were fourth-rank plants, necessitating a bit more investment for their normal growth.

He believed that giving more would yield greater returns. In the face of potential rewards, these spirit stones were nothing compared to what he might gain.

Having bought the Profound Insect Vine, he had only a few sword seals remaining, but the spirit stones hadn't been significantly depleted. He currently possessed over eighteen hundred spirit stones, ample for purchasing first and second-rank eyes and eggs.

The steward nodded, inputting the information into the screen.

Lu Xuan handed over three spirit stones and approached the enormous screen in the hall.

Not long after his gaze fixed on it, details of two tasks appeared.

Several practitioners below were intrigued by the task information displayed.

"The task of collecting demonic beast eyes... feels a bit strange, doesn't it? Doesn't seem like the style of reputable sects."

"Why bother about that? Maybe it's some fellow disciple researching special elixirs or methods to deal with rogue cultivators!"

"This task seems quite straightforward. Just kill the beasts wherever in the secluded areas. Besides, the eyes usually aren't the most valuable parts. Getting some extra spirit stones is a pleasant surprise."

"The main challenge is how to ensure the eyes remain fresh."

"Perhaps maiming the beasts, then finishing them off back at the sect? That way, there's no need to worry about preserving the eyes."

Discussions ensued, and soon, some cultivators found a feasible method.

As for the insect eggs or larvae task, fewer Tianjian Sect practitioners were interested. After all, demonic insects were small, elusive, possessed numerous strange abilities, and one wrong move could lead to their demise.

Lu Xuan observed for a while before returning to his cave, patiently awaiting his fellow disciples to bring him the items he required.

As he opened the courtyard gate, a young wind falcon's rounded belly landed on his head, bouncing off immediately.

The Cloud-Stepping Lynx remained gracefully sprawled on the ground, its emerald eyes calmly watching Lu Xuan. Only the twitching grey-white fur on its ears revealed its joyful mood.

Lu Xuan couldn't resist teasing the pair by tweaking their grey fur.

"Ahoo~" The lynx let out a soft, contented growl.

Lu Xuan chuckled, then proceeded to the spirit field.

Approaching the area where he'd planted the Profound Insect Vine, he carefully retrieved a branch with white, rice-like hidden-wing cicada eggs.

There were a total of eight eggs lying in his palm, faintly pulsating with a hint of vitality.

Utilizing an earth-pulling technique, small holes appeared in the spiritual soil above the Profound Insect Vine. Lu Xuan controlled the hidden-wing cicada eggs, gently placing them on the surface.

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