Within the bounds of Tianmu Peak,
Divine Wood Valley,
Daoist Tongmu's dojo.
A gigantic ancient tree soared into the heavens, like an enormous canopy reaching straight into the clouds, covering more than a hundred li in every direction. Roots hanging from its branches plunged deep into the soil, drawing nourishment to sustain itself. They were like incarnations of countless trees, Sky Covering Sun Blocking!
Beneath swirling clouds and mist, vaguely visible splashes of dazzling color adorned the scene. The air was Filled With vibrant life, as though one had arrived in an earthly paradise.
Beneath the shade of this colossal entity that formed a forest all by itself, an old man in a green daoist robe held a walking stick sprouting emerald green branches and a token. His gaze traveled up and down Zhang Qingyuan.
"Hmm, are you Zhang Qingyuan, the disciple Mingshui took in?"
Though it was phrased as a question, his tone was certain.
"Yes, this Junior is Zhang Qingyuan. Greetings, Senior Tongmu."
Zhang Qingyuan cupped his hands and bowed respectfully.
Daoist Tongmu gave a slight wave of his hand, indicating that Zhang Qingyuan need not stand on ceremony.
"Mingshui has already told me all about why you have come. I have a general understanding of the matter as well."
Daoist Tongmu paused before saying,
"Since someone is willing to walk this road, I naturally welcome it. But you cultivate a Water Attribute Cultivation Method. The attributes of your Cultivation Method do not match, which will greatly increase the difficulty of comprehending the Artistic Conception of the other Five Elements Power."
"With this token, I can make the decision to provide some assistance in the form of Spiritual Medicine and Spirit Pills, helping you raise your cultivation to the True Essence Ninth Layer."
"But if you still insist