Tang San thought for a moment and then continued to say to the Grandmaster, "When we absorb the medicinal power, it would be best to find a place where we won't be disturbed, right?"
After a moment's thought, the Grandmaster spoke:
"Then let's go to Erlong's former residence."
No one had any objections. Since Shrek entered the academy, Liu Erlong had also moved into the teachers' dormitory area, leaving that once quiet place empty.
"You're finally back, Little San!"
From afar, Dai Mubai's voice rang out. "You have no idea how much Xiao Wu has missed you these past six months."
Dai Mubai and Ma Hongjun appeared together. Having just finished their cultivation in the simulated environment of the beast pen, Dai Mubai still carried a trace of killing intent.
"I heard you even brought a gift that can help me break through level 40? Hurry up and show it to me!"
Tang San laughed heartily:
"Hehe, no rush, let's go to Aunt Erlong's place first."
The group walked towards Liu Erlong's former courtyard. The quiet atmosphere around them, like a secluded haven away from the world, lifted everyone's spirits.
All eyes were on Tang San. Tang San didn't keep them in suspense and directly took out a huge chrysanthemum. Every petal on the chrysanthemum looked fuzzy, and a golden light shimmered at the tip of the central stamen.
" The Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum! A neutral Immortal Herb, when consumed, circulates qi throughout the limbs and unblocks the eight meridians, enabling one to cultivate an indestructible body."
Tang San smiled and handed it to Dai Mubai, saying, " Boss Dai, this is something I specially prepared for you."
"So powerful!?" Dai Mubai grinned upon hearing this.
"The claim of 'indestructible body' is a bit of an exaggeration, but this immortal Immortal Herb is perfect for you. Since you're currently trying to break through the level 40 bottleneck, it should be able to help you overcome the barrier. After absorbing the Soul Ring, it should also bring a significant boost."
Dai Mubai excitedly accepted the Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum and, following Tang San's instructions, went to a corner to begin taking it.
Tang San then walked over to Oscar and offered him an eight-petaled orchid, whose rich fragrance immediately filled the surroundings.
" The Eight-Petal Immortal Orchid is the most gentle of the Immortal Herb I brought back. It's easy to absorb and its effects last a long time. As Food System Soul Master, Little Ao, this Immortal Herb can compensate for your slow cultivation speed."
Upon hearing this, Oscar excitedly shouted, " Little San, I love you to death!"
Having obtained the immortal Immortal Herb, Oscar, just like Dai Mubai, excitedly went to the side and began to absorb it.
Ma Hongjun walked forward with longing in his eyes and couldn't wait to ask:
"What about me, Little San?"
Tang San looked at Ma Hongjun's excited expression and said with a smile:
"Don't worry, you'll get your share. I specially found you a Immortal Herb to boost your yang energy!"
Ning Rongrong chuckled upon hearing this and said:
"He's been spending a lot lately, practically visiting every pharmacy in Heaven Dou City. If he keeps going like this, he'll be out gallivanting with Dai Mubai again."
Tang San took out a red-leaved, trembling, soft and delicate Immortal Herb.
The Immortal Herb is composed of red leaves, with the top resembling a rooster's comb. Upon closer inspection, the veins within the leaves are actually golden.
As soon as this Immortal Herb was taken out, the temperature in the entire courtyard rose dramatically.
" The Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower should not be chewed; swallow it whole. This medicine is very effective, greatly enhancing your Soul Power and fire effects. However, the process is extremely painful, so you must persevere."
Tang San took out the Immortal Herb and handed it to Ma Hongjun, solemnly instructing him:
"If you can't persevere and give up halfway, the medicine's effectiveness will be greatly reduced."
Hearing Tang San's instructions, Ma Hongjun's expression became more serious.
However, he was more excited about obtaining the Immortal Herb and did not carefully remember Tang San's instructions.
Following Ma Hongjun, Tang San arrived at Ning Rongrong's side and took out a strangely shaped immortal Immortal Herb.
The roots, stems, and leaves beneath the Immortal Herb are all covered with a dense, intricate vine canopy.
But at the very top, a single golden tulip blooms, emitting a rich fragrance and giving one a sense of magnificence.
"This item is called the Aromatic Silk Beauty,' signifying elegance and nobility."
"After consuming it, you can absorb the essence of heaven and earth, and the radiance of the Sun Moon. Your Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda is already a treasure-type Martial Soul, so the two complement each other and will be of great benefit to you."
Ning Rongrong excitedly accepted the Aromatic Silk Beauty from Tang San's hand. Feeling obligated to accept something in return, she sweetly said:
"Hehe, thank you, Third Brother! I'll definitely repay you in the future!"
After Ning Rongrong obtained the Immortal Herb, Tang San walked up to Zhu Zhuqing and said:
" Zhu Zhuqing, the Immortal Herb I chose for you is very effective, and it is even the easiest to absorb and transform among all Immortal Herb, which can comprehensively enhance your abilities."
However, consuming this Immortal Herb will likely come at a price; you should be prepared.
Seeing Tang San's solemn expression, Zhu Zhuqing couldn't help but feel nervous.
"Okay. Thank you, Third Brother."
She was naturally quiet and shy, never competing or vying for anything, just quietly cultivating. Listening to Tang San's introduction, her heart couldn't help but clench.
An ordinary-looking white flower appeared in Tang San's hand. The flower was only the size of a palm, shaped like a peony, without any grass or leaves. Its stem was connected to a large stone, which was completely black and looked quite heavy.
Above the white flowers, there are a few striking red petals, as red as blood, giving a breathtaking impression.
"This Immortal Herb is called 'Lovesick Heartbreak Red,' a divine treasure among Immortal Herb, and it also has a legendary story."
The story is briefly summarized here: A mortal loves flowers, which attracts the affections of a flower fairy. However, there is a separation between the mortal and the fairy realms, and the flower fairy is banished back to the Divine Realm. The young man becomes depressed, and the garden becomes desolate.
Then an old man told him that the peony in the garden was the incarnation of his wife, and that if he destroyed the flower, the flower fairy would lose her divine position and fall to the mortal world to stay with him.
The young man suddenly realized his mistake and began to care for the flowers again, but he couldn't bear to return to the peony for his own selfish reasons. He wept day and night for the flowers, his tears dried and his heart broke, and he eventually died of unrequited love.
The red color on the Lovesick Heartbreak Red represents the young man's hard work and dedication.
After listening to Tang San's words, Xiao Wu and Zhu Zhuqing stared at the Lovesick Heartbreak Red in a daze, and even the Grandmaster was captivated.
After introducing the Lovesick Heartbreak Red, Tang San solemnly spoke again:
"This flower is no ordinary plant; it chooses its owner carefully. When picking it, one must think of one's beloved, be sincere and devoted, and spit out a mouthful of blood onto the petals. If there is even the slightest impure thought, one will die from spitting blood and will never be able to pick it."
"Once the flower is picked, it will never wither as long as it stays with its owner. The stone beneath the flower is called Black Stupor. If you take the stone back, the Lovesick Heartbreak Red will also lose all its medicinal power."
Tang San looked quietly at Zhu Zhuqing and said:
"I conservatively estimate that consuming this Immortal Herb can increase Soul Power by at least ten levels, and it will also comprehensively transform the body."
Tang San didn't say that the reason he chose to give this Immortal Herb to Zhu Zhuqing was because of the relationship between her and Xiao Yan.
Although neither of them explicitly stated it, among the eight people, Xiao Yan and Zhu Zhuqing were only one step away from confessing their feelings. This Immortal Herb was most suitable for Zhu Zhuqing, and she was also the one who could understand his feelings.
Zhu Zhuqing stared blankly at the Lovesick Heartbreak Red before her, her mind still replaying the legend told by Tang San.
As her inner Soul Power circulated and her blood and qi surged, Zhu Zhuqing lips slightly and spat out a mouthful of blood onto the flower petals.
The moment he coughed up blood, Zhu Zhuqing couldn't help but recall the scene from their battle with the Imperial Fighting Team, where Xiao Yan shattered the Black Tortoise with a single punch for her sake.
The scene of the two cultivating in the woods outside the Shrek Academy...
The scene of her washing and dressing Xiao Yan Xiao Yan inside the wooden tub ultimately focuses on the boy who has been asleep for half a year.
Blood falls on the petals, the Lovesick Heartbreak Red, tremble gently...