Before going to the Scripture Pavilion, Li Mu still had something to do.
Bidding farewell to the gentle Wen Bisheng, Li Mu's figure moved, transforming into a streak of light, and swiftly flew to Wood Origin Peak.
As one of the main peaks in Seven Gods Mountain, Wood Origin Peak has been the core of Seven Profound Sect since ancient times. It towers into the clouds with a magnificent Aura, and the Sect Leader's Mansion, located on the mountainside, is the most prominent building on this main peak. It is not only a residence but also a symbol of power.
When Li Mu's figure appeared at the Sect Leader's Mansion, Elder Zhong Zilin and the other high-ranking officials of Seven Profound Sect, who had been waiting there, all stepped forward and respectfully greeted him in unison: "Greetings, Sect Master!"
"Sect Master, what a skillful method!"
With the restart of the Five Elements Yin Yang Spirit Gathering Array, the Spiritual Qi of the entire Seven Gods Mountain became denser, and its quality also improved significantly.
This huge change brought joy and excitement to everyone in Seven Profound Sect.
All of this was attributed to the powerful methods of the new Sect Master, Li Mu. Therefore, the high-ranking officials of Seven Profound Sect were filled with admiration and gratitude towards Li Mu.
"Hmm. Minor methods are indeed not worth mentioning," Li Mu responded in a relaxed tone.
Li Mu's gaze swept across the faces of every high-ranking official, as if he wanted to read their thoughts from their expressions. Finally, he smiled and asked, "Elders, is there something you need me for?"
Zhong Zilin and the other high-ranking officials exchanged glances. Fang Shixin took a step forward, walked to Li Mu, looked at him, and said with anticipation in his eyes, "Sect Master, you mentioned before that we could ask you to refine Spirit Treasure. Now, I have gathered the necessary Artifact Refining spiritual materials. I wonder when you will be free, as I would like to commission you to refine a Spirit Treasure?"
"Hmm, no problem. Besides you, who else has gathered the Artifact Refining spiritual materials?" Li Mu asked, looking at everyone.
Hearing Li Mu's question, Nangong Chenxing also stepped forward, standing side by side with Fang Shixin. He glanced at Ge Xinyu, signaling her to come forward as well. Ge Xinyu nodded gently and gracefully walked to their side.
"Sect Master, besides Elder Fang, Elder Ge and I have also gathered the Artifact Refining spiritual materials," Nangong Chenxing respectfully said. "The three of us hope to commission you to refine Spirit Treasure for us."
Hall Master Qiu said that Sect Leader Li was unparalleled in both formations and Artifact Refining. They had witnessed the power of his formation today; he successfully awakened the Sect's grand formation that had been dormant for thousands of years. His unparalleled Artifact Refining skill must also be outstanding.
A Grandmaster Refiner is hard to find. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, the three of them were willing to take the risk and try.
"Good, since you have all carefully prepared the Artifact Refining spiritual materials, I can refine them for you now." Li Mu nodded slightly, indicating his willingness to accept their Artifact Refining commission, and gestured, "Show me the spiritual materials you've prepared for refining, and then tell me your refining requirements!"
"I want to refine a gold-element Spirit Sword, primarily for offense. If it can have some auxiliary cultivation abilities, that would be even better. Sect Master, these are the spiritual materials I've prepared for refining. The rest are for Artifact Refining compensation, do you think it's enough?" Fang Shixin was overjoyed and quickly took out a Storage Ring, respectfully offering it with both hands, asking with some concern.
Li Mu took the Storage Ring and smiled faintly. Then, his Divine Sense, like fine threads, permeated it. In just a moment, he clearly perceived the types and quantities of the spiritual materials inside. These spiritual materials were all above six-tier, primarily gold-element, of superior quality, and quite substantial in quantity.
"Elder Fang's prepared spiritual materials are indeed abundant, more than enough to refine a six-tier gold-element Spirit Sword." Li Mu secretly evaluated in his mind that the value of these spiritual materials was roughly equivalent to the Artifact Refining cost for two and a half six-tier spirit treasure. If a six-tier Spirit Sword was successfully refined, the remaining spiritual materials as Artifact Refining compensation would also be a considerable gain for him.
However, the Dao of Artifact Refining is not easy, especially when refining high-tier Spiritual Artifact, which requires exquisite skill and rich experience. Refining a six-tier spirit treasure is time-consuming, labor-intensive, and carries a high risk of failure. For an ordinary Grandmaster Refiner, this Artifact Refining commission is quite tricky, and such a small reward would certainly not be accepted.
However, for Li Mu, this was precisely not a problem. He possessed two masses of Heavenly Fire and the special Artifact Refining ability bestowed by the Eightfold Heavenly Fire Tempering Method. This made him like a fish in water in the Dao of Artifact Refining, with an Artifact Refining success rate as high as ninety percent, and his Artifact Refining efficiency was far beyond the reach of other Grandmaster Refiner.
For Li Mu, this compensation meant that completing this commission would still earn him quite a few portions of six-tier spiritual materials.
Thinking of this, Li Mu looked up at Fang Shixin, smiled, and nodded, "Elder Fang, the spiritual materials you've prepared are very abundant, and their quality is quite good. Refining a gold-element Spirit Sword primarily for offense is not difficult for me. As for auxiliary cultivation abilities, while it's a bit challenging, I will do my best. The remaining spiritual materials will be your Artifact Refining compensation, just as you said!"
Hearing Li Mu's words, a great weight was finally lifted from Fang Shixin's heart, and he couldn't help but become excited, quickly bowing and saluting, "Thank you, Sect Master! Then I'll trouble you to put in the effort!"
Seeing Sect Leader Li accept Fang Shixin's Artifact Refining commission, Nangong Chenxing also stepped forward, offering his Storage Ring with both hands, his eyes sparkling with anticipation, and said, "Sect Master, these are the Artifact Refining spiritual materials I've prepared. I hope to refine a defensive Magic Treasure. If it can incorporate earth-The ability to escape underground, that would be even better."
Ge Xinyu followed closely, swiftly taking out a Storage Bracelet from her sleeve pocket and respectfully presenting it: "Sect Master, these are my Artifact Refining spiritual materials. I hope to refine a water-element Magic Treasure, hoping it can have the power of Divine Ability that enhances Dao spells, and also possess auxiliary cultivation abilities. If the Artifact Refining is successful, the remaining Artifact Refining spiritual materials will serve as the Artifact Refining compensation."
"Elder Nangong, Elder Ge, I have noted your commissions. Please rest assured, I will do my utmost to refine satisfactory Magic Treasure for you according to your requirements." Li Mu smiled slightly, and then, his gaze swept over everyone, indicating, "Next, I will enter seclusion for a period of time. When I emerge, I should be able to deliver the Magic Treasure to you."
"Thank you, Sect Master!"
Fang Shixin, Nangong Chenxing, and Ge Xinyu thanked him in unison.
"Sect Master, I have an impolite request, and I earnestly ask that you grant it."
This voice suddenly broke the quiet atmosphere, like a stone thrown into a calm lake, attracting the attention of those around. Everyone's gaze focused on the source of the voice, only to see Third Elder Qin Wentong standing up, his face filled with eagerness and anticipation, as if awaiting an important answer.
"Sect Master, may I participate in this Artifact Refining!"
After Qin Wentong's words fell, the atmosphere on the scene suddenly became subtle. Everyone showed a look of relief, immediately understanding his intention.
As the head of the Artifact Refining Hall, Qin Wentong's understanding and skill in the Dao of Artifact Refining were outstanding. However, the path of Artifact Refining, like the path of Cultivate, becomes more difficult as one progresses. Qin Wentong had already touched a Bottleneck in the Dao of Artifact Refining, being only a step away from the realm of Grandmaster Refiner, but this step was like an insurmountable chasm.
Therefore, when Li Mu proposed to refine Magic Treasure for everyone, a bold idea arose in Qin Wentong's mind. He wanted to observe Li Mu's Artifact Refining process, hoping to gain inspiration and insight from it to help him Breakthrough the Bottleneck in the Dao of Artifact Refining.
However, he also understood that his request was a bit excessive. After all, Artifact Refining methods, like Cultivate methods, are secret techniques that are not easily passed on. Moreover, as the new Sect Master, Li Mu's Artifact Refining methods as a Grandmaster Refiner were even more precious.
Qin Wentong was truly unwilling to accept the status quo. He yearned to Breakthrough the Bottleneck and become a true Grandmaster Refiner. Therefore, he mustered his courage, stood up, and made this request to Li Mu.
After Qin Wentong's words fell, the atmosphere on the scene suddenly became subtle. Everyone turned their gaze to Li Mu, wanting to see how he would respond to this presumptuous request.
Li Mu frowned. It wasn't that he minded Qin Wentong observing from the side, but if he were to involve him in the Artifact Refining, he feared it might affect his Artifact Refining efficiency.
"Sect Master, I know this request is a bit abrupt, but I sincerely hope to join this Artifact Refining to help me Breakthrough my Bottleneck. This red Storage Ring contains my savings over the years. Although it's not worth mentioning, it's my sincere gesture. Please, do help me!" Qin Wentong said earnestly.
Li Mu looked at the red Storage Ring Qin Wentong handed over, and couldn't help but feel a little tempted.
A Great Master Refiner, a Soul Transformation Elder's collection shouldn't be bad, right? Buying a spot to observe Artifact Refining is certainly acceptable.
"My Artifact Refining method is a bit different from yours. You probably won't be able to learn it!" Li Mu kindly reminded him.
"Sect Master, I don't seek to learn your Artifact Refining method. I only ask to observe the process of a six-tier spirit treasure being refined." Qin Wentong quickly explained.
"Alright! I need to go into seclusion to adjust my state first. When I'm ready for Artifact Refining, I'll find you at the Hundred Refinements Pagoda." Li Mu nodded, agreeing to Qin Wentong observing the Artifact Refining.
"Thank you, Sect Master!" Qin Wentong thanked him repeatedly with gratitude.
Soon, the high-ranking officials of Seven Profound Sect no longer disturbed Li Mu and left the Sect Leader's Mansion one after another.
Li Mu plunged into a sealed Cultivate chamber, set up a formation, and then sat cross-legged on the platform. He then summoned White Feathered Demoness from his spirit control treasure bracelet.
White Feathered Demoness was originally sleeping. After being summoned, she floated in the air, still sleepy, and upon opening her eyes, revealed a pair of dark, innocent eyes that stared at Li Mu.
"Chirp!" White Feathered Demoness chirped at Li Mu, her voice light, as if greeting him.
With a flash of white, White Feathered Demoness plunged into Li Mu's embrace, ready to play and frolic with her master.
Li Mu held out a hand, blocking White Feathered Demoness in his palm, and said with a serious expression, "White Feathered Demoness, stop playing, there's important business!"
"Chirp!" White Feathered Demoness jumped out of Li Mu's palm, hovering in mid-air, her dark eyes sparkling with curiosity and confusion. She seemed to understand Li Mu's seriousness at the moment, so she obediently stopped playing.
White Feathered Demoness had been with Li Mu for a long time, and a deep bond had already been established between them. She knew that when Li Mu showed such an expression, there must be something important to deal with. So, she quietly hovered in the air, watching Li Mu with her dark eyes, as if asking, "Master, is there anything you need my help with?"
Li Mu looked at White Feathered Demoness's obedient appearance, and a warm current surged in his heart.
"White Feathered Demoness, can you sense the state of my Divine Soul? There's a vengeful Soul blood curse attached to it. Can you get rid of it?" Li Mu's voice carried a hint of anxiety, his gaze fixed on White Feathered Demoness, looking at her expectantly.
White Feathered Demoness is a six-tier Gu Spirit, naturally possessing a powerful restraining force against Soul bodies. For a spell like the vengeful Soul blood curse, which is driven by Soul Power, she should have a corresponding solution. Li Mu was full of confidence in White Feathered Demoness's abilities, so he didn't hesitate at all and fully opened up his Divine Soul state, allowing White Feathered Demoness to investigate more deeply.
When Li Mu's Soul Transformation Primordial Spirit emerged from his body and he looked at White Feathered Demoness from another perspective, he immediately felt White Feathered Demoness's terrifying nature.
White Feathered Demoness exuded a fatal and terrifying Aura, a natural majesty and oppressive feeling that made Li Mu's Divine Soul tremble. It was a fear from the depths of his Soul, as if a mouse seeing a cat, naturally restrained and unable to move.
However, Li Mu knew that this was not White Feathered Demoness's personal targeting of him, but rather her instinctive manifestation as a six-tier Gu Spirit. White Feathered Demoness's gaze towards "him" was not that of looking at "food," but rather using a pair of intelligent eyes to intently stare at the abnormality of Li Mu's Primordial Spirit. She must have sensed that strange Aura and discovered the existence of the vengeful Soul blood curse.
White Feathered Demoness's Soul Power merged with Li Mu's Divine Soul. Her Soul Power was gentle yet powerful, flowing into Li Mu's Divine Soul like clear spring water. During this process, White Feathered Demoness carefully released her Soul Power to avoid harming Li Mu. At the same time, she began to surround the 'vengeful Soul blood curse' from all sides.
The 'vengeful Soul blood curse' seemed to sense the danger and began to constantly retreat and flee in all directions. However, the 'vengeful Soul blood curse' was bound by a curse, unable to escape and could only cling tightly to Li Mu's Primordial Spirit.
The vengeful Soul blood curse, trapped by White Feathered Demoness's Soul Power from all sides, had nowhere to run. It struggled and resisted, but to no avail. In front of White Feathered Demoness, it appeared so fragile and vulnerable.
Soon, the blood snake catalyzed by the vengeful Soul blood curse was powerless against White Feathered Demoness and was swallowed by White Feathered Demoness in one gulp. The entire process did not bring any negative effects to Li Mu.
As White Feathered Demoness's Soul Power withdrew from his Primordial Spirit, Li Mu couldn't help but let out a sigh of relief, as if a heavy mountain had been lifted, and he instantly felt much lighter.
"White Feathered Demoness, thank you!" Li Mu's voice was full of sincerity and gratitude.
"Chirp chirp!"
White Feathered Demoness chirped back at Li Mu.
"I know! I have it ready for you!" Li Mu was both amused and exasperated, then took out a soul gathering bottle from the nine storage spiritual pearl and threw it to White Feathered Demoness.
This soul gathering bottle contained the Divine Soul of a Demon Lord. Previously, in the battle between Sword Master Feng and the Blood Demon Lord, Kun Ling and Tian Shang slaughtered many Demon Ancestors and Demon Lords. Li Mu secretly asked them for some remnant Soul. For White Feathered Demoness, these remnant Soul were not just food, but also resources for her Cultivate.
Seeing the soul gathering bottle, White Feathered Demoness's dark eyes immediately widened. With a flash, she appeared at the mouth of the soul gathering bottle.
With a "pop," she quickly pulled out the stopper. Her small head immediately went up to it, and she began to greedily devour the Demon Lord's Divine Soul.
The Divine Soul had no power to resist in front of White Feathered Demoness and was instantly swallowed whole by White Feathered Demoness.
