In Master Yaochen’s courtyard.

After listening to him, Qin Ming couldn’t help but feel it sounded like a big trap.

Of course, it’s not that Master Yaochen has any ill intentions; his original intention is good.

But according to his past experiences, firstly, these major sects that govern a region won’t be so kind-hearted as to give away resources for breaking through to the late Nascent Soul stage for free to loose cultivators in exchange.

At best, they just see the huge number of loose cultivators coming for gold mining. Anyway, after one batch dies, another comes in. The Netherworld Sect probably wants to use this opportunity to clear obstacles for their mining.

Secondly, it’s the usual tactic of sects, throwing out extremely tempting bait to lure many loose cultivators to explore and act as cannon fodder.

Otherwise, with the power of a Divinity Transformation Sect, they could casually launch a few Celestial Patrol Battleships and clear out with Spiritual Energy Giant Cannons, much faster than cultivators slaying demon beasts.

However, by doing so, the sect’s Spirit Stone loss would be a considerable number.

But loose cultivators are different. Even if they receive a mission, they also have to bear the corresponding risks. If they die in the process, the Netherworld Sect doesn’t have to pay any cost.

Yet, in the face of the temptation of opportunities to breakthrough cultivation, quite a few cultivators will still go forward, just like moths to a flame.

Even for a Nascent Soul Cultivator like Master Yaochen, they cannot resist the norm.

"My lifebound Spiritual Treasure, if infused with Nether Crystal Stone above third stripe, could be elevated to Tier Four High-Grade Spiritual Treasure level, greatly enhancing Divine Power. If I complete the task of clearing demon beasts, could I exchange to acquire this item?"

Amidst the groups’ silent contemplation, Luoo Jinghong suddenly asked.

"If it were someone else, this old man can’t guarantee, but for Fellow Daoist Luoo, of course, it’s possible." Master Yaochen said immediately upon seeing someone interested in this matter.

Luoo Jinghong readily agreed, "Alright, count me in on this matter."

The others, seeing this, also made their decisions and agreed one after another.

When it came to Qin Ming, he showed no reaction for a long time.

Whereupon, Master Yaochen stroked his beard and smiled, asking, "How has Fellow Daoist Lii considered?"

"Haha! Although my cultivation might be slightly higher than yours, I’m truly not good at Divine Power Combat, so I won’t be going." Qin Ming replied with a faint smile.

Upon hearing such an answer, the other few were somewhat surprised.

However, considering this ’Fellow Daoist Lii’ who dwells in seclusion, simultaneously mastering two cultivation techniques, both cultivated to an extremely profound state,

It’s estimated that just practicing Spirit Planting and Alchemy alone takes up all his time, leaving no room for practicing Magic and Divine Techniques.

For example, Poison Cultivator Luoo Jinghong and Sword Cultivator Ling Yang both focus mainly on Magic and Divine Techniques, each having their specialties.

If ’Fellow Daoist Lii’ was also adept at Divine Power Combat, that would indeed be a monstrosity.

Therefore, it’s understandable that Lii Qianjie isn’t going with them.

"Since Fellow Daoist Lii isn’t willing to join us, this old man won’t force it... Just hope that today’s matter will remain confidential."

"After today, we’re planning to depart, hoping to get a jump on others. By the time news spreads all over Qianji City, any opportunities would likely be exhausted."

Master Yaochen’s demeanor showed no displeasure, managing to win over as many others already surpassed his expectations.

Qin Ming smiled faintly and said, "Though I’m not good at fighting, I do have some insight in the fields of Alchemy and Spirit Planting. If you fellows obtain anything good in the marshland, feel free to exchange with me."

"Even though I can’t accompany you on the frontline, I can still support by managing logistics for you."

"Haha! That’s for the best, Brother Lii. Your Spirit Rhinoceros Jade Liquid still lingers on my mind. If I obtain something good, we shall exchange for two jars..." Wul Zhongxian said with a laugh.

Speaking of the Spirit Rhinoceros Jade Liquid, a spirit wine that not only enhances Nascent Soul Dharma Power but also tastes like Immortal Brew, the others were greatly tempted.

After all, except for Nine Profound Ascendant and Ling Yang, the other five have personally experienced its effectiveness surpassing that of ordinary Nascent Soul Stage Spirit Pills.

After discussing important matters.

Qin Ming bid farewell to the few and left.

After he left, Ling Yang turned to Master Yaochen and said, "Fellow Daoist Yaochen, are you sure this Fellow Daoist Lii won’t leak information?"

"Rest assured, Fellow Daoist Ling. Fellow Daoist Lii is a dedicated cultivator, not someone who gossips carelessly." Master Yaochen said casually.

Then, he took out a jade scroll and with a flick of his finger, a white mist quickly condensed in mid-air, clearly revealing a map.

"Fellow Daoists, please take a look, the place we are going to this time is here, located in this ring-shaped mountain range of the Red Flame Wilderness."

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After returning to his Cave Mansion, Qin Ming resumed his usual farming and cultivation.

The Heaven-Devouring Rats and others are steadily progressing within the Little Spirit Realm.

Taking advantage of this time, Qin Ming also planted many rare Spirit Plants on the Spirit Field outside the Black Obsidian Peak’s Cave Mansion, mostly Tier Four level.

The lush Spirit Plants adorned the entire Cave Mansion with vitality.

Meanwhile.

Half a month later, in Qianji City, the Netherworld Sect began recruiting loose cultivators within the city to go to the Red Flame Wilderness for demon beast clearing.

They even posted giant notices and task exchange reward lists at the four major city gates.

Though Qin Ming wasn’t particularly interested, while conducting affairs in the city, he casually took a look.

The top items on the reward leaderboard even included Tier Four High-Grade Spirit Pill and High-Tier Spiritual Treasure.

No wonder so many Loose Cultivators are flocking to it, risking their lives to squeeze into the Red Flame Wilderness.

Two more months passed.

On this day, Qin Ming and Lan Bing Fairy were cultivating in their respective Cave Mansions.

Unexpectedly, he received another message from Master Yaochen, who had returned from the Red Flame Wilderness.

He was about to visit, already standing outside his Cave Mansion.

Qin Ming ended his cultivation and immediately went out to welcome Master Yaochen into the courtyard.

Master Yaochen originally looked smug, with a face full of pride.

But when he entered Qin Ming’s Cave Mansion, he saw that the Spirit Field had undergone a tremendous transformation in just over a decade.

Various Tier Four rare Spirit Plants were almost everywhere, vying for attention...

Even the Spirit Plant Tributor from the Netherworld Sect couldn’t achieve this.

But in the next moment.

When his gaze fell on several conspicuous jet-black Spirit Plants in the Spirit Field, he was thunderstruck and froze on the spot.

Weren’t these the roots of the Demon Grain Spirit Rice that Lii Qianjie picked up during the chaos in Four Winds Valley?

How did they sprout now?!

"Tier Five Demon Grain Spirit Rice... this..."

Originally, they and some neighbors had used intelligence from within the Netherworld Sect to get a head start on several missions, indeed gaining quite a few opportunities.

Upon returning to Qianji City, Master Yaochen and the others even wanted to boast in front of Qin Ming, letting him know what opportunities he missed by not joining them in demon hunting.

But now, it seemed Fellow Daoist Lii didn’t care for those trifling things at all~

Their harvests in the Red Flame Wilderness were nothing in front of the many Spirit Plants in the Spirit Field before them...

The words Master Yaochen originally wanted to say were now stuck in his throat, stammering out nothing.

"Fellow Daoist Lii... Could it be that you’ve already advanced to a Tier Five Spirit Plant Master?"

Qin Ming lightly smiled and said, "Becoming a Tier Five Spirit Plant Master is still far off. I just brought back the roots that the Demon Venerable didn’t want and tried to cultivate them. Unexpectedly, by a stroke of luck, they grew. However, it may still be several years before they produce Spirit Rice again."

"That’s still very impressive. Congratulations to Fellow Daoist Lii! Becoming a Tier Five Spirit Plant Master is just around the corner!" Master Yaochen sincerely praised.

When the Spirit Rice matures, his neighbor’s status is bound to rise, and it’s worth fostering a better relationship.

As Master Yaochen once again looked at the Demon Grain Spirit Rice, his eyes were full of envy, for this was Tier Five Spirit Rice, a rare opportunity indeed.

Qin Ming smiled slightly, "Fellow Daoist Yaochen flatters me. I still have a way to go to become a Tier Five Spirit Plant Master."

"By the way, what brings you to visit me this time?"

Master Yaochen then withdrew his gaze from the Spirit Field and spoke of the main matter, "It’s like this, during our trip to the Red Flame Wilderness, we gained quite a bit. The old man wants to exchange some Spirit Medicines with Fellow Daoist Lii to refine some healing and restorative pills."

"After a brief rest in Qianji City, we plan to return and continue demon hunting in the Red Flame Wilderness."

"I see. Of course, that’s no problem," Qin Ming said.

Following that.

Master Yaochen produced a large pile of materials obtained from hunting Demon Beasts, including some Tier Four Demon Pills and Essence Blood.

These items just happened to be useful for Qin Ming in cultivating Spirit Plants and Alchemy.

"The Earth Attribute Tier Four Middle-Grade Demon Pill of the Zhenze Stone Beast."

"The Thunder Attribute Tier Four Low-Grade Demon Pill of the Dark Domain Thunder Wolf."

"Also, the Fire Attribute Tier Four Demon Pill of the Red Feathered Rhinoceros Carving, and some Essence Blood..."

After looking through them, Qin Ming realized that his neighbors had indeed reaped considerable rewards, managing to hunt so many Tier Four Great Demons together.

"It seems you all truly didn’t waste your trip," he said.

He took out the Spirit Grass Master Yaochen needed, harvesting it and placing it into a jade box, handing it over to him.

Then, with a wave of his hand, he stored all the Tier Four Demon Pills and Essence Blood away.

In the Human Realm, gathering such a large amount of Tier Four Demon Beast materials in one go was impossible.

Smiling, Master Yaochen remarked with a sigh, "Our spoils aren’t much to speak of."

"Just not long ago, during the exploration of the Red Flame Wilderness, a major event occurred."

"Oh? What major event?" Qin Ming asked, curious and intrigued.

Master Yaochen said, "While pioneering the ring-shaped mountain range of the Red Flame Wilderness, a lucky Loose Cultivator indeed dug up a Tier Six Nether Crystal Stone. Although the Netherworld Sect tried their best to keep it under wraps, the news still got out. I suspect the Upper Envoy of the Netherworld Sect will soon be sent here."

"Such Tier Six Poisonous Ore resources are extremely rare and scarce; it seems the Netherworld Sect will not be able to keep it under any circumstances and will have to obediently hand it over."

Qin Ming understood the situation and couldn’t help but be shocked, his expression moved, "Tier Six Nether Crystal Stone... truly a rare sight in the world."

In the jade scroll left by Master Fire God, it was recorded that for refining the Tier Six Returning Void Treasure——Five Extremes True Spirit Stele, five extremely high-standard Divine Stones were needed, and such Tier Six Poisonous Ore would undoubtedly be feasible.

It’s a pity it would be monopolized by a Major Sect. Once this news is out, it would generally have to be surrendered.