I Have a Friend

After Mu Yuan Foundation Establishment, Chen Mobai breathed a small sigh of relief.

He was guaranteed at least two fruits. Although he had figured out the patterns of the Longevity Tree Fruit and the Wood Spiritual Root on his own, he felt that there were no major problems.

Yan Jinye and Yue Zutao both possessed astonishing Wood Spiritual Root, which enabled them to obtain the Longevity Tree Fruit from the Magic Treasure Tree.

Mu Yuan's Wood Spiritual Root is no less than Yue Zutao's. Based on previous experience, he should be able to obtain a Longevity Tree Fruit, but it is unknown whether it will be Small Fruit or Medium Fruit.

If it's Small Fruit, it would be redundant for him and a waste.

Yu Lian possesses his Wood Spirit Talisman, guaranteeing at least one Great Fruit.

If they also give out wooden round spirit talismans, then that would be two large fruits, which is redundant...

Chen Mobai was very troubled. After thinking about it, he felt that he needed to consult a professional.

Without a doubt, the Goumang Dao Academy of Spirit Plant among the Immortal Sect.

He happens to have a good friend who is an outstanding student at the Goumang Dao Academy.

Qing Nü: [What's wrong?]

Chen Mobai: [A friend of mine at the Dao Academy has hybridized a very interesting Spirit Fruit. Taking three at a time can raise one's cultivation level. However, these three fruits must be consumed and refined in the order of small, medium, and large to be effective, but he has only managed to obtain three fruits—small, large, and large—after much effort. I'd like to ask if processing one of the Great Fruit could reduce its efficacy, making it a suitable substitute for the Medium Fruit.]

Qing Nü: [Theoretically feasible, but requires high-precision Magic Artifact equipment for observation. First, measure the spiritual energy contained in the Small Fruit and Great Fruit, then set up a growth model to determine the curve range of the Medium Fruit, and finally reduce the spiritual effect of the Great Fruit to within this curve.]

Chen Mobai: [Is this difficult?]

Qing Nü: [It's not that difficult. If we have a sample, we can make the model curve in two or three days. But the Magic Artifact implements and equipment are hard to find. I don't know if your Dao Academy has them.]

After she finished speaking, Qing Nü sent over a link to a paper from the Goumang Dao Academy on how to determine the maturity of the fruit of the Great Camphor Tree. The paper not only detailed the steps but also the necessary Magic Artifact and equipment.

Chen Mobai: [Thanks, I'll go ask the teachers at the Dao Academy.]

After sending a thank-you emoji, Chen Mobai immediately called his familiar Agriculture teacher Lin Wenkang.

It is gratifying that Wuqi Dao Academy lives up to its reputation as the top academy in the Immortal Sect. Although it cannot compare with the Goumang Dao Academy in terms of Spirit Plant, it has all the necessary Magic Artifact and equipment.

"These are all discarded by the Agricultural Science Academy of the Immortal Sect, but they are enough for our Dao Academy."

Chen Mobai followed Lin Wenkang to the laboratory where the maturity of various crops such as seeds and fruits is measured. A complete set of equipment was placed there, and there was a special instruction manual for its use, which was several hundred pages long.

With his authority Student Union President, applying to use this laboratory was naturally very easy; he could come over whenever the Dao Academy's Spirit Plant Department didn't have classes.

After completing the formalities and procedures, Lin Wenkang handed the Key directly to Chen Mobai, who also took the instruction manual.

Chen Mobai is very enthusiastic about learning.

However, he did not forget the important thing. After returning to Giant Wood Ridge, he gave the Wood Spirit Talisman to Mu Yuan, as agreed when he was giving him instructions.

Mu Yuan, being such a proud and arrogant person, would naturally not break her promise.

Fortunately, the Magic Treasure Tree is not Talent Tree; otherwise, Mu Yuan would have discovered that his Spiritual Root had changed after using the Wood Spirit Talisman.

However, just in case, Chen Mobai decided that after the Divine Tree Secret Realm opened, he would also enter it to keep an eye on Yu Lian and Mu Yuan to prevent any accidents from happening.

"The fruit of the Magic Treasure Tree yields something of great use to me, but this is ultimately your good fortune. Consider this Second Grade high-grade Divine Wood Shield and Spirit Leaf Talisman as my compensation to you."

Yu Lian was able to Foundation Establishment because he had received a great favor from Chen Mobai, so it was understandable that he was unwilling to accept her.

However, Mu Yuan had a solid foundation, and even without Chen Mobai's guidance, he would most likely succeed in taking the Foundation Establishment, so he felt that he still needed to make some sacrifices.

"I promised you I didn't need these."

However, given Mu Yuan's personality, he would never accept it. After taking the Wood Spirit Talisman, he took his leave immediately.

"This guy's personality will definitely cause him trouble in the future."

Seeing Mu Yuan leave, Luo Yixuan pursed her lips and muttered something.

"What do you mean by 'this guy'? You should call him 'Uncle-Master' now."

Chen Mobai tapped his little apprentice's smooth forehead. After spending the past two years together, Luo Yixuan had come to understand his personality and had become more lively and a bit disrespectful.

Chen Mobai thought to himself that if he had the chance in the future, he would still have to give Mu Yuan some compensation.

Good things come in pairs.

After Yu Lian and Mu Yuan both Foundation Establishment, Yuan Chiye, who had disappeared before the great battle at the top of the Divine Wood Sect and Mountain Shaking Peak, returned.

"You wouldn't believe it, I first ran to the Yan Kingdom, but then I sensed that the sect would definitely have a big battle with the Mountain Shaking Peak, so I kept running into the Xiao Kingdom and finally rushed into Cloud Dream Marsh. I also encountered many powerful Demon Beast. Luckily, I'm good at escaping, and after many hardships, I found the island market that the sect had set up there."

E Yun personally escorted Yuan Chiye back, and the three of them enjoyed a long-awaited, hearty drink in his courtyard.

"It's good that you're back."

Chen Mobai said with a smile.

"Has Senior Brother Fu returned? Back then, we split up and ran away, our fates were in the hands of destiny. It seems he went to the Shuang Country in the opposite direction from me."

Yuan Chiye asked with concern, "Fu Xingzhou hasn't returned yet, but Old Ancestor Fu has reached an agreement with the Blowing Snow Palace. If they find him there, they agree to send him back."

"I hope he is safe and sound."

Yuan Chiye and Fu Xingzhou had a history of working together, and he remarked with emotion.

However, the next day, Yuan Chiye was summoned to the Divine Wood Hall by the Sect Leader.

It is said that Old Ancestor Fu was also there.

Almost all the cultivators from the sect who were dispatched in this war have returned alive, except for Fu Xingzhou.

After Yuan Chiye truthfully reported everything he knew, he only received a thousand basic contribution points. However, he was promoted to the Divine Wood Hall and became a Hall Executive Elder, which can be considered as his wish being fulfilled.

Next, Meng Hong officially announced his resignation from the Sect Master Position.

Chu Zuoshu was designated as the next Sect Leader, but according to the rules, he still needed to Three Invitations and Three Refusals.

However, everyone knew that he was about to become the Sect Leader.

Invitation Letter to the Seven Great Sects are already being prepared.

After Chu Zuoshu takes over the Divine Wood Hall, the position of the Reward Hall Master will be vacant, and Luo Xueer and Fu Huakun will begin to act on their own.

During one of his duties, Chen Mobai was called aside by Luo Xueer for a brief chat. This senior sister, who was in the late Foundation Establishment, spoke in a way that was as gentle as a spring breeze, and at the end, she asked a question in a tactful manner.

"Senior Brother Liu, Jian Guo Town Guardian, will be vacating his post next year. Junior Brother Chen, are you interested?"

Jian Guo Town Guardian?

Chen Mobai was taken aback upon hearing this.

The Four Kingdoms under the Divine Wood Sect are all located in Jianguo. Since the Giant Wood Ridge is right next to Jian Country, the so-called Jian Guo Town Guardian is actually just a nominal position. They can even stay in the sect for ten years to complete their mission.

For this reason, the position of Jian Guo Town Guardian has always been highly competitive.

After all, once a sect has reached the Foundation Establishment, those who wish to assume important positions in the Three Halls Twelve Departments need to have experience in guarding these areas.

Compared to the Yun Country, Lei Kingdom, and Yu Country, Jian Country is undoubtedly the easiest and best option.

Moreover, Giant Wood Ridge has abundant spiritual energy, while other places only have Third Grade Spirit Vein at most.

"If it can be accomplished, that would be the best outcome."

Chen Mobai replied, after all, he felt that with his abilities, he would be more than qualified to become the Sect Leader of the Divine Wood Sect in the future.

To become the Sect Leader, one must rise through the ranks step by step, and ten years of experience in governing is an unavoidable hurdle. Ideally, this could be accomplished within the sect itself, without ever leaving its premises.

"I will bring this up during the Three Halls Twelve Departments Council. Junior Brother Chen should also prepare in advance."

Luo Xueer smiled and said something before leaving.

Chen Mobai pondered for a while, feeling unsure, and wanted to discuss it with someone.

Unfortunately, Chu Zuoshu has recently taken over the Divine Wood Hall and is busy assuming the Sect Leader, surrounded by all sorts of irrelevant people.

Yue Zutao is still temporarily stationed in the Lei Kingdom.

After sending Yuan Chiye back, E Yun returned to Cloud Dream Marsh the next day. He was the Cloud Kingdom Guardian and was currently gaining experience.

After much deliberation, Chen Mobai had no choice but to go to Sun Gaochang.

"I support Supervisor Fu, but I am also very interested in Deputy Hall Master Luo's proposal. I wonder what suggestions Senior Brother Sun has?"

"In my opinion, junior brother, you should just support Supervisor Fu. Even if you get an extra vote, it won't affect the overall situation."

"Oh, what do you mean by that, Senior Brother Sun?"

Chen Mobai was a little confused, but Sun Gaochang smiled and took a sip of the new wine that the former had brought.

"If I'm not mistaken, the Hall Master Chu will become the Sect Leader, but the position of the Reward Hall Master will likely remain vacant."

Why is that?

Sun Gaochang pointed two fingers to the sky, then pointed a third.

Chen Mobai thought for a moment, then a look of sudden realization appeared on his face.

Within the sect, the Hall Master the Divine Wood Hall is Old Ancestor Zhou, the Hall Master the Punishment Hall is Old Ancestor Fu, and the Reward Hall Master was previously Chu Zuoshu, because the sect did not have a third Core Formation Cultivator.

The proverb goes, "When the cat's away, the mice will play."

Now that Meng Hong has stepped down, he will definitely Core Formation in a short period of time due to his advanced age.

If he successfully Core Formation, then all Three Great Halls Hall Master will be Core Formation Cultivator, which will enhance the grandeur of the Divine Wood Sect, and Meng Hong will naturally take over as the Reward Hall Master.

Therefore, the position of Reward Hall Master should be reserved before Meng Hong Core Formation.

If the Core Formation fails, Meng Hong, as the former Sect Leader, will definitely not take over the Reward Hall. He will likely fade out of the spotlight and become a behind-the-scenes elder.

"Moreover, whether Junior Brother can serve as the Jian Guo Town Guardian depends on the Sect Leader. Deputy Hall Master Luo proposed it, but the decision is not made by her."

Sun Gaochang added that he and Chen Mobai were both Chu Zuoshu's Direct Lineage, so they could now speak more clearly.

"Thank you for your guidance, Senior Brother Sun."

Chen Mobai left the Spiritual Plant Department with a look of profound understanding.

Three days later, Chu Zuoshu officially took over as the Divine Wood Sect Leader, and the edict and official documents were issued to every cultivator in the sect.

However, the Inauguration Ceremony will be held at the beginning of next year to allow time for the other Eastern Wasteland Great Sect to react.

After becoming the Sect Leader, Chu Zuoshu became even busier.

However, the war was over, and Meng Hong had cleaned up the mess before abdicating, so Chu Zuoshu only needed to distribute the compensation to the injured and wounded disciples, but this was also the most troublesome part.

Especially those disciples whose bodies were Pulse Breaking Bead Poison Gas, although the Alchemy Department has done its best to treat them, many of them still suffered damage to their foundations and it is estimated that their cultivation time will be delayed by two or three years.

For young cultivators, it's not a big deal, but for those who aspire to seize the true teachings, it could very well cause them to miss out on the Foundation Establishment.

Xie Yuntian from the Sword Cultivation Department proposed a three-year delay in refining the Foundation Establishment.

Chu Zuoshu thought it made a lot of Possessing the Dao, but there were also many people who opposed it, so he was a little undecided.

As a result, the Three Halls Twelve Departments started arguing about this matter.

In this Two Sect War, the disciples of the Sword Training, Body Tempering, and Array Department basically all went to the Lei Kingdom. The impact of the Pulse Breaking Bead was very serious for them. For the future of their department's disciples, the three department Minister also disregarded their reputation.

It's quite interesting when cultivators argue.

However, Chen Mobai only heard Xi Yisheng. As the Deputy Minister of the Sword Cultivation Department, he was qualified to attend the meeting as an observer.

Just as the upper echelons of the Divine Wood Sect began arguing over this matter, Yu Lian and Mu Yuan finally witnessed the opening of the Divine Tree Secret Realm.

Because Lu Yi from the Transmission Department used this matter as an excuse to withdraw from the argument.

Chen Mobai, who had been waiting for this day for a long time, went to the Divine Tree Secret Realm ahead of time to wait.

The true body is in front of the Magic Treasure Tree, Formless Puppet is in front of the Talent Tree, just to avoid any accidents.

In the sky, silver light flashed, and then the void seemed to split open like a black lightning bolt, creating a jagged slit.

The two people descended from this void crevice.

It was Yu Lian and Mu Yuan.

After the two entered, they immediately used their magical Magic Artifact to stop their fall and then landed in the dense forest.

Chen Mobai waited for three days and finally Yu Lian arrived.

He was still very obedient. In front of the Magic Treasure Tree, he took out the Wood Spirit Talisman talisman and activated it, then disappeared from the spot.

When it reappeared, it was holding an unopened yellow fruit.

Yu Lian looked curious, but ultimately did not open the fruit and instead put it into her storage bag.

He then flew towards the direction of the Talent Tree.

Chen Mobai nodded, but in his heart he was wondering why Mu Yuan hadn't come over yet.

He waited for five whole days, but neither the Magic Treasure Tree nor the Talent Tree saw him come.

[Could it be that they went to the Great Dao Tree, underwent the trial, and were then teleported out?]

Chen Mobai considered this possibility and immediately broke out in a sweat.

He felt that given Mu Yuan's personality, it might not be so certain.

Could it be that all our efforts will be in vain here?

Chen Mobai gritted his teeth, took out a Message Talisman, and began searching for Mu Yuan.

The fact that it works means that Mu Yuan is still in the Divine Tree Secret Realm.

So what exactly was he doing? Chen Mobai, who had just breathed a sigh of relief, saw Yu Lian in front of the Talent Tree.

With this question in mind, he followed the Message Talisman and flew towards the location of the Mu Yuan.