Refining Artifacts with Living People

Leaving aside how Luzhu made a name for herself at the King Ginseng Assembly, Luo Hong had already silently arrived at the foot of the mountain.

Seven or eight Core Formation cultivators dressed in brocade and jade robes were making their way up the mountain together, chatting merrily like old friends reunited after many years apart.

In truth, they were indeed friends and had indeed not met for many years, but whether they were truly having such a pleasant conversation was another matter.

From their conversation, Luo Hong learned that these Core Formation cultivators were all heads of major nearby families. They had only managed to gather together thanks to this assembly.

Before long, a Crimson Escape Light shot out from the Mountain Protecting Great Formation. After circling once in midair, it landed on the mountain path.

"Esteemed family heads, my family's ancestor has emerged from seclusion. Please follow me to the King Ginseng Hall."

The newcomer wore robes highly similar to those of the Sima Family cultivators, though clearly more luxurious. His face was round, and when he smiled, two folds of chin squeezed out. He politely cupped his hands toward the group as he extended the invitation.

"Senior Sima Xiao has emerged from seclusion? That is wonderful! Zuo happens to have some doubts concerning cultivation and was just hoping to seek his guidance!"

"Senior Sima entered Nascent Soul Formation and went into seclusion for several decades. He must have already achieved great success in the Nascent Soul realm. We can take this opportunity to offer our congratulations."

"Ah, Qi has no gift worthy of presentation on hand. You all go ahead; I'll head down the mountain to prepare one."

Upon hearing that Sima Xiao had emerged from seclusion, no matter what they thought in private, everyone put on