Chapter 338: Chapter 211: The Kun Family’s Scheme (Part 2)

“Friend Li, don’t be in a hurry to refuse!”

Tianshang Supreme smiled warmly, looking at Li Mu and said: “Friend Li, I know you are an elder of the Qing Xuan Sect, but ultimately the Qing Xuan Sect is a small place, staying there will bury your talents. The Central State Spirit Realm is a land that breeds heroes, with hidden dragons and crouching tigers, a place of true competition. Your talent and aptitude are enough to make a name for yourself in Central State. However, in the Central Continent, those who go it alone struggle to survive. If you don’t have strong backing, you will likely face many obstacles.”

“Friend Li, our meeting was fated. I won’t beat around the bush. I wonder if you would like to join our Kun Family as a Foreign Honored Guest Elder. With your abilities, you will surely become a core disciple in our clan, and the cultivation resources you receive will not disappoint you.”

Tianshang Supreme’s eyes shone brightly as he gazed at Li Mu, awaiting his response.

So that’s how it is, Li Mu suddenly understood.

Unfortunately, Li Mu was not very familiar with the internal situation and circumstances of the Kun Family. One particularly important point was that his main cultivation method focused on planting Spirit Plants.

Li Mu was not planning to involve himself with other clan influences for now. However, in the future, when heading to Central State, it would indeed be wise to find a reliable power to rely on, and the Kun Family seemed to be a good choice.

As the other party mentioned, the Central Continent is a land that breeds heroes, a gathering place for powerful figures. Even Void Cultivation Realm powerhouses in the Desolate Ancient City are only considered mid-level strength there.

The true top powerhouses should be at the Integration Stage and above at the Mahayana Stage!

Thinking of this, Li Mu pondered for a moment and replied: “Thank you for your kindness, senior. However, I am currently focused on traveling and comprehending the Power of Five Elements and Yin-Yang in the world, and have no such plans for the time being. If I make a breakthrough later, I will definitely follow your suggestion.”

“No rush, I will patiently await good news, haha. It’s getting late, I’ll go rest first.” Tianshang Supreme laughed heartily, his silhouette fading away as the candle burned in the hut.

Li Mu’s gaze fell on the stone platform, and the Storage Ring flew to him once more.

Li Mu thought for a moment, mustering the courage to accept all the supplies, before turning and entering the marble house.

Inside the marble house, Li Mu sat cross-legged with his eyes closed.

As there was a Void Cultivation Realm powerhouse nearby, Li Mu dared not use the Painting Realm Treasure Mansion; he simply sat meditating, awaiting the arrival of the Spirit Seed in three days.

…

Li Mu temporarily resided in the Kun Family.

However, the news of him accompanying Venerable Kun Ling to the Post-God Institute had already spread throughout the Kun Family.

Countless Kun Family disciples were filled with curiosity and speculation about Li Mu’s identity.

“Do you know that within our Kun Family diaspora, a disciple from one of the Eight Great Clans has arrived, holding a particularly noble status? Both Elder Kun Ling and Tianshang Supreme treat him with respect; yet his cultivation is only at the Early Stage of Nascent Soul.”

“Could it be Ouyang Liefeng from the Ouyang Clan? The Ouyang Clan has close ties with us. Ouyang Liefeng is a renowned genius on the Central Continent; it took him only one hundred and fifty years to break through to Nascent Soul, and upon just entering Nascent Soul, he slew an experienced elder of the same level. The Ouyang Clan holds high hopes for him.”

“No, no, don’t make wild guesses. He’s from the Ye Family on the Celestial Dragon List, ranked in the top ten. Ye Gumingyong broke into the Nascent Soul Stage within a hundred years and fought against five experts of the same level in succession, defeating three while injuring two without a scratch on himself.”

“What? You guys lack insight. This person just suppressed his cultivation. He should also be a Divinity Transformation powerhouse. It’s your eyesight that’s the problem.”

…

The clan disciples speculated variously around Li Mu, with some going so far as to spread baseless rumors to grab attention.

Naturally, these discussions reached the ears of Venerable Kun Ling’s two subordinates, leaving them at a loss whether to laugh or cry. However, knowing part of the truth, the two did not engage in the discussions.

As a result, when Venerable Kun Yuan ventured out to assist Venerable Kun Ling with some trouble the previous day and returned to the clan, he was bombarded with countless versions of rumors.

“A direct descendant of another family? How could that be?”

Venerable Kun Yuan moved through the air, preparing to meet the so-called “direct descendant” in person.

Soon, Venerable Kun Yuan, with a face full of doubt, made his way to the Post-God Institute.

Upon arriving at the Post-God Garden, an unbelievable scene unfolded before his eyes.

Below in the Spirit Field, Tianshang Supreme still held a hoe, diligently working the field and opening up new farmland.

A familiar figure stood behind him, also holding a hoe, closely following, enthusiastically discussing the Dao of cultivation with Tianshang Supreme.

“That youngster… isn’t he the Nascent Soul Cultivator who riled up Ji Yun at the auction?” Venerable Kun Yuan felt tricked, his form shifting before landing at the edge of the Spirit Field.

Sensing a sudden familiar animosity, Li Mu paused his hoe, and upon seeing the newcomer, he immediately cupped his hands respectfully and said: “Junior Li Mu greets the senior.”

“Why are you here? The clan is buzzing with rumors about a direct descendant from one of the Eight Great Clans. It can’t be you, right?” Venerable Kun Yuan, young and handsome, looked at Li Mu with confusion.

Upon hearing this, Li Mu could not help but smile wryly: “Senior, do not believe the rumors. I am merely a Loose Cultivator, not from the Eight Great Clans.”

“Haha, Kun Yuan, don’t scare the young friend upon meeting him. Our young friend’s strength is quite extraordinary!” Tianshang Supreme, holding a hoe, turned back and laughed.

“Brother Tianshang, what’s really going on?” Venerable Kun Yuan, puzzled, sought the truth.

Li Mu was about to disclose his identity, but Tianshang Supreme raised a hand to stop him and said with a smile: “You surely know about the Nine Demons Sect’s attack on the Spirit Taming Sect, which almost led to its destruction. Yet, because of one individual, the entire situation was turned around, and this savior was actually a Nascent Soul Cultivator!”

Upon hearing this, Venerable Kun Yuan quickly understood, looking at Li Mu with astonishment.

“Venerable, it was just a trick on my part.”

Li Mu knew that the high-spirited Venerable Kun Yuan did not regard a Junior Nascent Soul Cultivator like him highly. To make things simpler, he spoke frankly.

“It really was you. I didn’t expect myself to have misjudged; no wonder Elder Kun Ling always wanted to protect you.” Venerable Kun Yuan’s expression shifted slightly, murmuring to himself.

Tianshang Supreme pointed to a pavilion and said: “Kunyuan Spirit Tea is over there, brew some for yourself first. Li Mu and I will finish tending to the Spirit Field before talking.”

Venerable Kun Yuan opened his mouth, intending to say something, but ultimately remained silent.

After waiting half a tea’s time, Li Mu and Tianshang Supreme washed the mud off their hands, and with a fresh demeanor, came to the pavilion.

Venerable Kun Yuan, holding Spirit Tea, scrutinized the cheerful Tianshang Supreme and Li Mu in disbelief.

The Peak of Void Refining Realm, engaging in joyful conversation with a Nascent Soul Early-Stage cultivator, even acting as equals — it was truly baffling.

“Senior, let me do it.”

Li Mu approached the water boiling spot, wishing to take over for Venerable Kun Yuan, but he held out a hand to stop him.

“I’ve heard you are very strong, having just crossed the Tribulation into the Nascent Soul Stage and defeated the renowned Celestial Extinction Demon Venerable, causing Venerable Tianyun of the Independent Cultivator Alliance to fall. Your achievements are impressive even in the Central State Spirit Realm. I’m curious if the rumors are true; could you let me verify?” Venerable Kun Yuan sipped the Spirit Tea, observing Li Mu with curiosity.

Hearing this, Li Mu realized that the other wanted to test his depth, and he found himself hesitant.

“Friend Li, let Kun Yuan see your abilities.” Tianshang Supreme, enjoying the commotion, leisurely said with a teacup in hand.

Venerable Kun Yuan immediately took interest upon hearing this, saying quickly: “Friend Li, do not fear; I will suppress my cultivation to match your level.”

Li Mu was initially resistant, but seeing no escape, and knowing it wasn’t a life-and-death battle, he felt unafraid.

“Senior, please instruct me!”

With a resigned sigh, Li Mu slowly walked out of the pavilion, his Spiritual Pressure of Nascent Soul Cultivation beginning to rise steadily.

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