Taishang is confused, Zhunti: Isn't this my line?!

"Huh?"

"The aura of a spirit root being born?!"

Hearing Chen Ku's words, both Jie Yin and Zhun Ti were taken aback, their figures immediately stopping.

Both revealed expressions of great interest and anticipation.

"Oh? Where is this spirit root?!"

Jie Yin immediately asked, without the slightest doubt about Chen Ku's words.

There was no way around it!

You had to know, Chen Ku was transformed from the Innate Bitter Bamboo, a supreme-grade Innate Spirit Root.

His perception of spirit roots was innate, unmatched by anyone.

Moreover, during his previous travels, Chen Ku's ability had already been proven countless times.

Even the lowest-grade spirit root immortal fruit could not escape Chen Ku's perception and investigation.

This was a talent, and there was no denying it!

Hearing Jie Yin's words, Chen Ku did not respond.

He simply activated his divine sense, releasing it to carefully sense the subtle auras around him.

Before long, his gaze suddenly sharpened, locking onto a certain direction.

Without another word, Chen Ku immediately followed the sensation.

Behind him, Jie Yin and Zhun Ti hurriedly followed.

Only a moment later, without Chen Ku needing to say more, Jie Yin and Zhun Ti's expressions also changed drastically.

"Indeed!"

Zhun Ti exclaimed in joyful surprise.

Although his perception of spirit roots was not as keen as Chen Ku's, he could clearly see at this moment that in the void before him, there were traces of innate restrictions flowing, mysterious and profound.

This was precisely the symbol of guarding a fortuitous encounter.

Moreover, the power of these innate restrictions was extremely weak, so weak that there was no need to break them.

Without another word, Jie Yin, Zhun Ti, and Chen Ku all stepped out, directly crossing the illusory innate restriction.

With one step, it was as if they had entered another world.

Before the three of them, the scene suddenly opened up, and the landscape changed dramatically.

"That is... the Innate Spirit Root, Plantain Tree?!"

Before their eyes, they saw a huge spirit root standing tall, its branches and leaves lush, magnificent, and unparalleled.

Each leaf was a deep, glistening green, with flowing light and vibrant colors, incredibly magical.

The entire Plantain Tree could be said to blot out the sky and cover the earth, hanging down endless spiritual light, making people feel comfortable all over and their minds clear.

Jie Yin and Zhun Ti recognized it at a glance: it was the Innate Spirit Root, Plantain Tree!

Compared to existences like the Yellow Central Pear and Ginseng Fruit, this kind of spirit root was slightly inferior, but it was still extremely rare and hard to come by.

Jie Yin, Zhun Ti, and the others were overjoyed and hurriedly headed towards the Plantain Tree.

But as they got closer, the three of them couldn't help but pause slightly, their eyes sharpening.

Under the Plantain Tree, amidst the reflection of the celestial light, a figure dressed in a simple Daoist robe was sitting cross-legged with his eyes closed.

He held a horsetail whisk in his hand, appearing dignified and exuding an immortal aura!

Around him, powerful auras surged, and a pressure no weaker than Jie Yin and Zhun Ti's faintly leaked out, captivating and awe-inspiring, truly powerful and unparalleled.

Without a doubt, this was also a Quasi-Saint level great power.

Seeing this, Jie Yin and Zhun Ti were stunned, somewhat surprised.

"This... how could he be here?!"

Zhun Ti murmured to himself in a very low voice.

Although Jie Yin did not speak, his eyes were also full of surprise.

Clearly, they already knew the person before them and were not strangers.

Just at this moment, the old Daoist figure sitting under the Plantain Tree also sensed something and slowly opened his eyes.

After seeing the appearance of Jie Yin and Zhun Ti, the old Daoist couldn't help but look astonished.

However, he concealed it very well, and in an instant, his expression returned to normal, and he said calmly:

"So it's the two Western Sect junior brothers."

Hearing these words, Chen Ku, who was on the side, had a change in expression.

Junior brothers?!

The only ones who would address Jie Yin and Zhun Ti in such a way were the Three Pure Ones.

Could it be that the person before them was one of the Three Pure Ones?!

Indeed!

At that moment, Jie Yin and Zhun Ti also bowed slightly in response, saying:

"Greetings, Senior Brother Taishang!"

Correct!

The person before them was none other than Taishang Laozi, one of the Three Pure Ones, and the leader among them.

For a moment, Chen Ku understood and couldn't help but curiously examine him.

This was the future leader of the Human Sect, one of the six saints of the Xuanmen.

This was Chen Ku's first time seeing this legendary figure in person.

Little did he know that although Laozi's expression was calm at this moment, his mind was also racing.

Speechless!

Utterly speechless!

Why did he have to run into these two Western Sect fellows here?!

Without a doubt, Laozi had sensed the opportunity for a spiritual root to be born in this place, which was why he had come, thus discovering the Innate Spirit Root, Plantain Tree.

Regardless of the other uses of this spiritual root, once it matured, he could take the most extraordinary leaf and refine it into a Plantain Fan.

And once the Plantain Fan was created, it would surely be an Innate Spiritual Treasure!

It was precisely because of this that Laozi was moved and sat here, waiting for the Plantain Tree to reach maturity.

Unexpectedly, before the spiritual root matured, he was met with the arrival of Jie Yin and Zhun Ti from the Western Sect.

Laozi was naturally aware of Jie Yin and Zhun Ti's unreasonable and exhaustive scavenging style.

In this case, the ownership of this spiritual root today would likely involve some bickering, or rather, entanglement.

Of course, no matter how much he complained inwardly, Laozi didn't reveal anything on the surface.

Moreover, they had all listened to Dao Ancestor Hongjun in the Purple Cloud Palace and were accepted as disciples, making them nominal fellow disciples.

That was why Laozi had previously offered a perfunctory greeting.

At this moment, Jie Yin and Zhun Ti also reacted.

"Disciple, have you not met your Grand-Uncle Taishang?!"

Jie Yin said with a smile, looking at Chen Ku.

It should be known that Jie Yin was extremely proud and pleased to have accepted a disciple as talented and brilliant as Chen Ku.

Today, in front of Laozi, he naturally had to mention it deliberately.

Hearing this, Chen Ku also saluted and said:

"Junior Chen Ku greets Grand-Uncle Taishang!"

To this, Laozi only glanced at Chen Ku slightly.

The moment he sensed Chen Ku's aura, an imperceptible strange expression flashed in Laozi's originally calm eyes.

A Grand Luo Golden Immortal?!

In an instant, he had discerned Chen Ku's cultivation level, which was actually that of a Grand Luo Golden Immortal.

Jie Yin and Zhun Ti had actually accepted such an extraordinary disciple?!

This made Laozi feel somewhat surprised.

However, he didn't say much, only nodded faintly, indicating that Chen Ku didn't need to be so polite.

However, after Laozi spoke, Chen Ku seemed oblivious and maintained his saluting posture, not getting up.

Seeing this, Laozi frowned, his mind filled with thoughts.

Jie Yin and Zhun Ti were also somewhat puzzled, but after exchanging a glance, they suddenly understood.

Good kid!

He was clearly asking Laozi for a greeting gift.

His disciple (nephew) was truly shameless.

However… Jie Yin and Zhun Ti smiled knowingly, but didn't stop him.

If they could extort something from Laozi, it would be an unexpected gain.

Moreover, Zhun Ti was even afraid that Laozi wouldn't understand, so he pretended to scold Chen Ku, saying:

"Nephew, Senior Brother Taishang has already told you to dispense with the formalities."

"Could it be that you are determined to have Senior Brother bestow a greeting gift before you will rise?!"

These words seemed to be scolding Chen Ku, but Laozi couldn't help but roll his eyes upon hearing them.

What's with this coordinated act? Who are you putting on a show for?!

Laozi was filled with helplessness. As expected, nothing good ever came from encountering these two from the Western Sect.

But seeing that Chen Ku was still unmoved, still in a bowing posture, Laozi knew that this kid wouldn't let go until he saw the rabbit.

Helpless, Laozi pondered for a moment and could only sigh inwardly.

With a flip of his palm, three golden pills instantly appeared.

"This seat is meeting his grand-nephew for the first time. These three Six-Cycle Golden Pills will be considered a greeting gift."

Hearing this, Chen Ku finally raised his head.

"Hehe, this junior thanks Grand Master Uncle Taishang!"

Before the words even faded, he had already pocketed the three golden pills.

Hearing this, Laozi was even more annoyed.

What the hell... are all Western Sect beings so shameless?

Afterward, a silence fell over the group for a moment.

Jie Yin and Zhun Ti pondered secretly, since Laozi had already arrived first.

If they wanted to claim this Plantain Tree for their own, it seemed they would have to put in some effort.

And Laozi was also secretly thinking about how to get rid of these two, Jie Yin and Zhun Ti?!

Three Six-Cycle Golden Pills weren't considered too precious, but the Plantain Tree in front of him couldn't be snatched away by Jie Yin and Zhun Ti.

Just as the three of them had different thoughts, and it could even be said that they all had ulterior motives.

Suddenly, Chen Ku's eyes lit up, and he looked at the Plantain Tree with great surprise.

Then, he laughed carelessly and said:

"Hehe, this is truly a top-grade spirit root!"

"Hmm... this treasure is destined for the Western Sect!"

As soon as these words came out, everyone present was completely stunned.

Laozi: ??? Why does this sound so familiar?!

And Zhun Ti, who was next to Chen Ku, was even more dumbfounded, staring blankly, unexpectedly looking at Chen Ku.

Wait, what?!

Isn't that my line?!