While Chen Jin was still pondering future development plans, the Purple Essence Dragon King Ginseng had already arrived.
He stepped forward, cupped his hands in gratitude, and said, "Thank you so much, Young Master Chen and Miss Bai, for saving us. If it weren't for you two, my entire Ginseng Clan would have been wiped out! We will never forget this kindness!"
As he spoke, he carefully took out a jade box with a shimmering purple light from his bosom and presented it with both hands.
The moment the box was opened, a rich and invigorating fragrance wafted out. Inside, lined with soft spiritual silk, lay a pill the size of a longan, blood-red in color, yet its surface shimmered with iridescent light.
"This is the ' Purple-Infused Dragon Blood Ginseng Pill,' which I refined using my own life essence and the energy of a thousand kinds of spiritual herbs. It is a small gift to express my sincere wishes, and I hope that Young Master Chen will accept it." The old ginseng master's tone was extremely sincere.
[ Purple-Infused Dragon Blood Ginseng Pill ]
Category: Consumables
Increases lifespan by eighty years and increases free awakening by 40%.
He didn't stand on ceremony and readily accepted it, feeling a warm and smooth sensation in his hand. "Senior, you're too kind. Exorcising demons and protecting the righteous path is our duty. I'll accept this."
He calculated that this item, combined with the previous tokens of Heavenly and Earthly Power, was just enough to allow him to break through the first peak of Zhen Yuanzi's inheritance and obtain a new inherited skill.
The old ginseng master turned to Bai Suzhen and took out another object from his sleeve.
This item is a palm-sized purple jade bottle.
The bottle is not carved; rather, it seems to be formed naturally from some kind of warm, purple jade, with a soft halo flowing across its surface.
"Miss Bai," the old ginseng master said with exceptional respect, presenting the purple jade bottle with both hands, "I observe that your spiritual light is pure and your cultivation profound, having reached the crucial threshold of transcending demonhood into immortality. This item may be of some help to you."
Bai Suzhen was slightly surprised, but accepted it with both hands.
The bottle feels warm and smooth to the touch, and you can clearly feel the power of moonlight slowly flowing within it.
"What is this?" she asked softly, her gaze falling on the purple jade bottle.
"This bottle is formed from the core of a piece of my 'Spiritual Purple Jade,' which is intertwined with my life force. It is most effective at nourishing spiritual liquid and locking in its essence," explained the Purple Essence Dragon King Ginseng, a hint of reminiscence in his eyes. "What's contained in this bottle is not ordinary medicine, but a drop of ' Great Yin Moon-Essence Saliva.'"
[ Great Yin Moon-Essence Saliva ]
Refining just one drop can instantly add a century's worth of cultivation, saving one countless hours of arduous practice.
Upon hearing this, Bai Suzhen's beautiful face was moved.
This item is now worth the same as the relics and elixir she seized years ago.
She curtsied and said sincerely, " Elder Ginseng, this gift is far too precious for me to accept."
"Miss Bai, please don't refuse," the old ginseng master earnestly said. "If it weren't for you two, my clan and I would likely have perished. This item can help you cultivate and attain immortality sooner, thus fulfilling its purpose. This is also my way of contributing to the righteous path of humanity."
Seeing his sincerity, Bai Suzhen no longer refused and solemnly put away the purple jade bottle, a warm feeling flowing through her heart. "In that case, Suzhen will humbly accept it. Thank you for your Elder Ginseng Shen."
After exchanging pleasantries, Chen Jin spoke up, "Senior, Qiantang County is now in imminent danger. I wonder what you requested earlier..."
"Rest assured, Young Master Chen!" Purple Essence Dragon King Ginseng readily agreed before he could finish speaking. "Saving lives is of utmost importance; how could I break my word? I will certainly do my utmost to help Young Master Chen overcome the plague!"
Chen Jin nodded. "There's no time to lose, let's set off now..."
"Young Master Chen, please wait!"
Purple Essence Dragon King Ginseng, however, spoke up to stop him. He glanced around the valley, now somewhat chaotic after the battle, and a deep worry appeared on his face.
"After this battle, my secluded place has been exposed."
" Song Jiang and his wicked followers will certainly not let this go."
"I have two thousand years of cultivation, so I am not afraid, but..."
His gaze swept lovingly and worriedly over the various ginseng offspring, all gazing at him expectantly, "But I'm worried about these children who are still developing their skills."
"If we leave, those who remain here will be no different from lambs to the slaughter..."
Chen Jin immediately understood the old ginseng master's unspoken meaning.
Looking at the large group of ginseng spirits with varying potentials before him, from the highly skilled Dragon Ginseng, Snow Ginseng Woman, and Red Ginseng Woman to the baby ginsengs still wearing bibs, he immediately made a decision.
He is now developing the Medicine King Valley in Qiantang County and needs a large number of reliable helpers who are proficient in medicinal properties. These ginseng essences are simply the best team sent by heaven!
"Your concerns are absolutely correct."
Chen Jin interjected, "In that case, why don't you and all your clansmen come with me to Qiantang for the time being, senior?"
"Firstly, it can avert disaster; secondly, a large number of people are needed to treat the people, and our ancestors were all exceptionally gifted, making them an indispensable force in resolving the plague."
"Once the matter in Qiantang is settled, it will not be too late for you to make plans to return, senior."
Upon hearing this, the worry in the eyes of the Purple Essence Dragon King Ginseng vanished instantly, replaced by joy. "Excellent! Excellent!"
"You have saved my clan and done good deeds; on behalf of the entire clan, I thank Young Master Chen for his kindness in taking us in!"
He turned to his clansmen and called out loudly, "Children, pack your things! We are going to Qiantang with Young Master Chen and Fairy Bai to help the world and save lives!"
Upon hearing this, the ginseng spirits burst into cheers.
For them, leaving this soon-to-be-unsafe valley and following two powerful immortals to the mortal realm was both novel and full of anticipation.
The ginseng spirits acted swiftly. Dragon Ginseng, Red Ginseng Woman, and Snow Ginseng Woman separately counted their clansmen and packed up the remaining spiritual herbs and magical artifacts in the valley.
The baby ginsengs skipped and hopped behind their elders, their emerald green bibs still covered in mud, but they couldn't hide their excitement as they chattered about what life was like in the human world.
Seeing this scene, Chen Jin felt reassured.
With the addition of the Purple Essence Dragon King Ginseng and the entire family of ginseng essences, the hope of solving the plague in Qiantang County has greatly increased.
Seeing that everyone was ready, Bai Suzhen gently flicked her sleeves towards the sea of clouds in front of her.
In an instant, the clouds and mist swirling in the valley seemed to be summoned by an invisible force, converging from all directions like a flock of docile sheep.
Thick, white clouds surged and condensed beneath their feet, eventually transforming into a solid cloud, as firm as a white jade palace, steadily supporting all those present.
"Rise."
The massive cloud carried everyone, rising slowly and silently yet with remarkable stability, ten feet, a hundred feet above the ground... The valley beneath their feet shrank rapidly, like a model on a sand table.
The ginseng spirits, especially the baby ginsengs, let out low gasps of surprise, clutching the hems of their companions or elders with a mixture of tension and excitement.
They were skilled at burrowing underground, but flying was a first for them.
The next moment, the huge cloud trembled slightly, then transformed into a white streak of light that stretched across the sky, hurtling towards Qiantang County!