Just as everyone was praising it, the full moon in the sky suddenly shifted until it hung above the Immortal Song Tree.
In an instant, the tree's pure glow changed abruptly, turning into a dazzling crimson. Its canopy swayed, and its branches chimed like jade striking jade, the sound flowing without end.
Yun Zhongge gave a delighted "Ah!" and clapped lightly. "Even the Immortal Song Tree knows that an honored guest has come today. It's come to join the fun, too."
Everyone looked at him in puzzlement. Yun Zhongge smiled faintly, and a spirit stone appeared in his palm. With a thought, the stone shifted a thousand zhang in an instant. It was about to strike the canopy when a cluster of branches reached out. A massive blood-red leaf curled around it, and the spirit stone vanished.
Suddenly, the Immortal Song Tree changed color once more, becoming a riot of hues. At the same time, it gave off a clear, melodious sound like Buddhist chants, which drifted in every direction.
The Buddhist chant was graceful, carrying a faint air of Zen that left one feeling refreshed and at ease.
Suddenly, Qin Qing clapped and pointed at the Immortal Song Tree. "Look! There are words on the colored leaves." In a rare departure from her usual cool demeanor, a trace of emotion showed on her face.
Yun Zhongge had been fretting over how to ease the awkwardness between himself and Qin Qing. This opportunity had come just in time, and he immediately spoke in a clear, resonant voice. "The Immortal Song Tree was only recently formed, nurtured by the mingling of the spiritual essence of the sacred mountains and the immortal qi of the clouds. Though it is a demonic plant, it is remarkably spirited."
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