Chapter 640: Six Jia Mountain Undercover Agent

Pure Nine-Lotus Lantern

Inside the wooden house, Yan Yuanhao specifically came to thank Chen Mobai. Chen Mobai, in turn, encouraged him, acknowledging his dedication to desertification control in Hong Nation over the years.

"Next, the sect might begin a full-scale development of the Eastern Wilderness Plateau and its desertification control efforts. As a pioneer in this, you will face even greater challenges."

Chen Mobai had originally planned to consider this grand undertaking only after the Divine Wood Sect unified the Eastern Wilderness.

However, upon further consideration, he realized that if Zhuo Ming were to participate in this monumental project now—one that would take decades, perhaps even a century, to yield results—her cultivation might coincidentally reach the Foundation Establishment perfection stage by its completion.

Then, with the accumulation of merit, his disciple might achieve sudden enlightenment and ascend directly to the Golden Core stage, without any delay.

Furthermore, his previous reluctance to let Zhuo Ming venture out stemmed from his concern that his precious disciple, without his protection, might be targeted by his enemies or those of the Divine Wood Sect on the Eastern Wilderness Plateau.

However, now that Luo Yixuan has achieved Golden Core formation, and given that her presence cannot be revealed for the time being, it would be perfectly suitable to send her and Zhuo Ming together to the Eastern Wilderness Plateau to undertake this world-altering grand project.

With Granny Ming, an experienced external incarnation, even if they were to encounter the Golden Core cultivator from the Southern Profound Sect, they would possess the strength to contend.

Beyond this, he also intended for his two disciples to investigate the Restoration Society.

Luo Xue'er knew that Xue Ting's standing at the Blowing Snow Palace was rather precarious. Even if she helped the palace earn spirit stones by providing water from the snow mountains, it would likely be assumed that she had received favors from Han Zhuyue.

"Alright, go speak with Senior Sister Yin and Vice Palace Master Luo shortly."

Han Zhiling, acutely aware of how rare this opportunity was, worked diligently, immersing herself in the spiritual fields day and night without rest.

Chu Zuoshu personally led a team to investigate. They not only discovered ruins but also found a seventh-tier, seven-horned ancient maple tree within.

To earn the trust of King Zhou, he immediately revealed the location of Mount Tianpeng, following the instructions of the Bajia Mountain ancestor.

He had also promised her long ago. "Luoyi, there's one more matter..."

"I haven't revealed this matter to Martial Nephew Luo yet; you should go find Qingmei first."

However, Han Zhuyue accepting disciples was an entirely different matter.

Han Zhuyue then recalled another of his direct lineage. With Han Zhuxuan's protection, he could confidently release this precious Heaven Spirit Root into the world.

Du Feng was also greatly invigorated after hearing this. With the assistance of those two, she felt even more confident about the grand project. He was one of the spies sent by Bajia Mountain to the Five Elements Sect a century ago. During the sectarian split, he followed the ancestor's command and chose Han Zhuyue. After the civil war, he became a true disciple of the Talisman Department and obtained a Foundation Establishment Pill.

"Whether the two of you can achieve Golden Core formation in the future depends entirely on whether you can seize this opportunity for merit."

"When you depart, do not forget to bring along the disciple I have found for you; it would be excellent to temper them in a challenging environment. If they cannot endure the hardships, then consider that they were simply not fortunate enough to become your disciple."

In a spiritual land called Mount Tianpeng in Yun Nation, he awaited the arrival of the Golden Core ancestor. Under the ancestor's personal guidance, he consumed the Bajia Mountain Foundation Establishment Pill, finally breaking through his bottleneck and becoming a Foundation Establishment cultivator.

That person was named Han Zhuda!

Moreover, only by allowing subordinates to proactively seek out tasks will they be truly motivated and dedicate themselves wholeheartedly to what is asked of them.

Indeed, she was the one most valued and cherished by Luoyi!

"In the future, when Ming'er operates on the Eastern Wilderness Plateau, should she require logistical support, you must spare no resources and do your utmost to satisfy her needs."

Upon hearing this news, the Master unexpectedly set down his brush.

Chen Mobai's eldest disciple took an interest in an obscure cultivator who, despite being only at the first level of Qi Refining, had recently achieved Foundation Establishment. He accepted him as a registered disciple.

Du Feng, though she strongly disliked taking notes, meticulously recorded everything Luo Xue'er had said regarding the world-altering project, not forgetting a single sentence.

Du Feng felt a mix of excitement and apprehension.

"As long as the two of you are on the Eastern Wilderness Plateau, you will not allow anyone to disrupt the Sect Master's grand vision."

Upon receiving Luo Xue'er's private message, Yan Yuanhao nodded with a solemn expression.

As Yan Yuanhao spoke, he noticed Han Zhiling charmingly waiting nearby, holding a wine jar. He immediately switched to a private sound transmission and informed Luo Xue'er about Zhuo Ming's significant matter.

This was indeed a matter worth celebrating, so upon receiving the message, he emerged from his seclusion—a rare occurrence.

"This Moon-Essence Blade, like my Purple Lightning Sword, is a Tier Seven artifact. I bestow it upon you for protection!"

"Ming'er, your path of cultivation lies with the vastness of the heavens, earth, mountains, and rivers, not confined to the small corner of Mount Danan. While I cannot protect you indefinitely, I hope that one day you will be able to break free from my wings and soar independently through the skies."

Du Feng was very pleased upon hearing this.

After listening to Luo Xue'er's heartfelt words, Du Feng finally made up her mind, nodding habitually.

He also wanted to see if they could be used to lure out the so-called Restoration Society President.

Since she privately addressed him as adoptive father, Luo Xue'er naturally felt compelled to offer assistance and further nurture her.

Over those ten years, Han Zhuda, in the harsh environment of Hong Nation, steadfastly implemented Han Zhuyue's directives regarding desertification control, never wavering. This greatly pleased Han Zhuyue.

Following this, the Master perfectly integrated into King Zhou's forces and has remained so to this day!

As E Yunxuan was thinking this, she completely failed to notice Granny Ming, hidden within the shadow beneath her feet, suddenly tremble ever so slightly.

Luo Xue'er spoke, and Han Zhu nodded. Then, he and E Yunxuan took their leave together.

Luo Xue'er then spoke to E Yunxuan, who naturally agreed but inwardly still harbored some discontent.

"You cultivate the Skyfall Art, which is highly suited for forging large rivers. If you can channel water from Cloud Dream Lake to irrigate Xiao Nation, Yan Nation, and Hong Nation, you will undoubtedly accrue merit, giving you strong prospects for Golden Core formation in the future."

Through that matter, Luo Xue'er was also considered Chen Mobai's direct descendant.

Yan Yuanhao pondered whether Zhuo Ming's minor status could be leveraged to 'lure the snake out of its hole.' For instance, he could use the pretense that he admired her diligence and conscientiousness at Dragonhorn Gully, and wished to accept her as a registered disciple.

Consequently, next year's Immortal Peach Fruit allocation was designated for him as a reward.

After the Master successfully achieved Foundation Establishment and recovered from his injuries, he claimed to have found a map to ancient ruins and applied to leave Jidan to seek them out.

The entire King Zhou's forces, including even the two Golden Core cultivators Zhou Shengqing and Fu Zongjue, did not possess it!

Indeed, it was discovered that other cultivators within King Zhou's forces were contacting him.

Having finally reunited with Luoyi for a few years and successfully dissolved the ghost pill, she had no desire to leave.

Luo Xue'er highly valued these two future pillars of Jidan. After a few words of encouragement, she also shared with them her priorities for the immediate future.

After all, he had stated he would only address it after the Divine Wood Sect achieved Foundation Establishment perfection, wanting to maintain his reputation for keeping promises.

After all, what she was about to undertake in the northern nations of the Eastern Wilderness was unprecedented in this world's history. Lacking any prior experience, she could only rely on Luo Xue'er's general guidelines and proceed by trial and error.

Naturally, to ensure the safety of his two disciples, Luo Xue'er decided to entrust the Tier Seven Moon-Essence Blade to E Yunxuan. With it, unless they encountered truly formidable individuals, his two disciples would essentially be able to traverse the Eastern Wilderness Plateau unchallenged!

"Luoyi, regarding what you previously mentioned about channeling water from the snow mountains for irrigation: it seems Junior Sister Xue Ting, upon her return, was assigned by the Blowing Snow Palace to cultivate high-altitude spiritual fields in Frost Nation. You could consult with her to see if it's possible to purchase Frost Nation's abundant snowmelt resources with spirit stones."

Yan Yuanhao naturally complied with Han Zhuyue's instructions.

In that scenario, if Zhou Shengqing or he himself were to form a Nascent Soul, they could then consider fully controlling Cloud Dream Lake and overseeing the two surrounding territories.

Luoyi actually bestowed it upon her just like that!

Han Zhu naturally had no objections to the command.

After the two disciples departed, Han Zhuyue did not summon the Divine Wood Sect through Gu Yan.

"Yes, Luoyi!"

With the Azure Emperor Longevity Scripture and the Jade Phoenix Tree, Yin Qingmei now has a very strong possibility of forming a Nascent Soul.

"There's also another matter: developing the Eastern Wilderness Plateau and combating desertification will both require vast amounts of water resources."

However, as he was, after all, Mount Danan's Seventh-Generation Senior Brother, accepting disciples would still require him to report to Han Zhuyue.

One should know that the Immortal Peach Fruit is extremely valuable, coveted even by Foundation Establishment cultivators. Thus, most Qi Refining disciples within King Zhou's forces could not truly relate to its significance.

He was always a man of his word.

If luck holds, beyond Han Zhu and Yin Qingmei, it might even be possible to cultivate one or two additional Golden Core cultivators.

Luo Xue'er also informed Du Feng about Han Zhiling. Hong Nation, being rich in fire-attributed spiritual energy, would also be suitable for her cultivation.

If water resources prove sufficient, large-scale implementation can then commence.

This monumental project—transforming the Eastern Wilderness Plateau and the boundless Sand Sea—was something they had heard Luo Xue'er describe in such comprehensive detail for the very first time.

Chen Mobai nodded gravely. Du Feng alone would certainly be incapable of accomplishing such a world-altering grand project.

"Then, Luoyi, it will be a difficult task for you!"

After Chen Mobai departed, Luo Xue'er called Du Feng and E Yunxuan over and informed them of the matter.

Under Han Zhuyue's guidance over the past two years, they had already experimented with cultivating numerous spiritual herbs to improve the ecosystem. With ample spiritual herb resources, they also began attempting to raise spiritual cows and sheep, which provided abundant meat.

They worried that Jidan, having painstakingly completed the ecological improvements, would be easily undone by other factions.

As the commotion regarding the Immortal Peach Fruit gradually settled within King Zhou's forces, another matter concerning Mount Danan erupted, igniting the emotions of all Qi Refining disciples in King Zhou's domain.

"Xuan'er, ensuring your Senior Sister's safety will be a challenge for you." But with Luo Xue'er's personal instruction, she could only nod obediently.

Yan Yuanhao spoke nothing but the truth. He took a jar of spiritual wine that Han Zhiling had just brought down from the mountain's wine cellar and poured it for Luo Xue'er.

The two of them simply sought to enhance their spiritual power, unlike the other three who needed this spiritual fruit to reach Foundation Establishment perfection. Thus, after consolidating their gains, they swiftly emerged from seclusion.

"Yes, you may. For this matter, you are to conduct a secret investigation, armed with my personal directive. Remember, you must not reveal any weaknesses before the undercover agent is exposed."

Du Feng also had a favorable impression of that charming young girl. She was currently arranging for the girl to take her compiled spiritual rice handbook and meticulously identify and learn about each type within Mount Danan's thousand acres of spiritual fields.

It was just that Han Zhuda's status was insufficient, so he could only unilaterally receive instructions each time.

Although merely a registered disciple, and not formally inducted into Mount Danan, it was nonetheless a supreme honor.

Luo Xue'er elucidated his plans to Han Zhu point by point, and the latter committed them firmly to memory.

Because his eldest disciple, Yan Yuanhao, had finally advanced both his water and wood cultivation arts to the Mid Foundation Establishment stage, aided by eight Immortal Peach Fruits.

That day, Han Zhuyue arrived at Mount Danan.

Beneath the Immortal Peach Tree at the mountain's summit, Luo Xue'er drank freely, guiding Han Zhuyue in his subsequent cultivation.

With Han Zhiling's precedent, Yan Yuanhao believed such a move would not arouse suspicion.

"And then there's Qingmei. Her Jade Phoenix Tree is adept at managing fire meridians, which is precisely what the desert region of Hong Nation—a land of fire meridians—requires. If you are to undertake desertification control, her assistance will allow you to achieve twice the results with half the effort."

"Thank you, Luoyi, for your guidance; it was truly enlightening, like a sudden awakening."

It so happened that Yan Yuanhao was quite efficient in his work. He had found a disciple to replace Han Zhiling in guarding the Green Cicada Spirit Tree, and thus, seizing the opportunity of this visit to consume the Immortal Peach Fruit, he also brought Han Zhiling along.

After the two from the Sect and Mount Danan departed, they immediately began preparing personnel and resources.

Among his seven disciples, this eldest disciple possessed the most exceptional talent. He had to execute every step of his cultivation perfectly to have any chance of forming a Golden Core, so as his Master, Luoyi, I was extremely attentive.

Furthermore, the accumulated merit from this world-altering grand project was certainly more than Luo Xue'er and his disciples could claim entirely for themselves. Since it would be shared, he naturally prioritized those within his own faction.

"Regarding this matter, even if the two of you juniors do not personally come forward to finalize an agreement, it is unlikely to be taken seriously. Therefore, I will personally negotiate with Kong Lingling; I am confident she will grant me this courtesy."

At their first opportunity, the two naturally came to pay their respects to Luo Xue'er.

If she can pass this tempering, then in the future she will become Mount Danan's Eighth-Generation Grand Disciple. That world-altering merit would then be something she could rightfully share a portion of.

After returning to Redwood Ridge, the Master, having successfully established his Foundation, claimed to have found the storage bag of a deceased senior within the ruins of Mount Tianpeng's spiritual land. From it, he obtained a Foundation Establishment Pill.

With that monumental world-altering merit, Luo Xue'er intended to lay a profound foundation for Han Zhuyue's future in one fell swoop.

That was a Tier Seven magical artifact!

Soon, the two from the Sect and Mount Danan completed the refinement of their Immortal Peach Fruits.

Han Zhuxuan, who had been harboring a slight displeasure, immediately became filled with elation upon receiving the Moon-Essence Blade.

"Although Xuan'er, as a Golden Core cultivator, is capable of performing large-scale rain-making techniques, her cultivation level cannot be exposed. Moreover, human power pales in comparison to the forces of nature, so I plan to send the Divine Wood Sect's forces there as well."