Chapter 766 601: The Rewards of Doing Good

Ji An had more profound considerations. He knew that only by showing his value could he gain more recognition.

As the catastrophe descended, banding together would be the only way to safely pass through.

He bore the label of a Western Continent cultivator, but if he could heal the Moyun Daoist Master, people would subconsciously overlook this identity.

This was a life-saving favor, and Moyun Daoist Master would owe a tremendous debt of gratitude.

Even if his plan had no effect and Moyun Daoist Master died, his 'righteous act' would still earn the praise of his teammates, and they would all be willing to work with him in the future.

Everyone was stunned, even Yunyan Daoist Master was astonished. Although she had asked, she didn't hold much hope in her heart.

In two years, she had learned about Ji An's abilities from various channels. Although he had a secret technique to enhance the effects of pills, he didn't master many pill formulas.

After all, as a Western Continent cultivator, his vision and heritage were not as profound as those of the Central Continent cultivators.

But at this moment, she looked at Ji An with newfound respect. To be able to eloquently offer a solution so quickly, he must have some confidence.

The Moyun Daoist Master felt a sense of ecstatic joy as if finding life in a desperate situation. He supported himself on the table as he stood up, cupped his hands solemnly, and said:

"Please, Fellow Daoist, do your best. If I can survive, I will loyally follow your commands in the future!

If I die regardless of the Celestial Technique, I am willing to offer five hundred top-grade Spirit Stones as thanks."

The best Purifying Talisman we had encountered before was of Tier Two Upper Grade; the Tier Three Lower Grade talisman was unheard of.

As for the refined Spirit Sealing Technique he mentioned, he subconsciously ignored it.

Yunyan Daoist Master coughed twice, and said in a deep voice:

"Please, Fellow Daoist, give it your best try. No matter the outcome, I will report your achievements to the Daoist Monarch and strive for rewards on your behalf."

Ji An smiled with joy in his heart; this was exactly what he wanted to hear.

However, there was a flaw that needed addressing. The Treasure Talisman was nurtured on the Bodhi Tree in the Little World. He needed to return to Black Stone Mountain to immediately refine and draw the Purifying Talisman using Azure Dragon Wood bark.

Whether the Purifying Talisman made with Azure Dragon Wood bark could reach Tier Three Lower Grade was currently less important.

Additionally, he planned to plant a few Bodhi Trees in the Spirit Field outside the grotto mansion, thus completely forming a logical loop.

"As a member of the Black Wind Ridge Fortress, I am glad to do my part for everyone.

Please wait a moment, the Treasure Talisman is in the pavilion. I will be back shortly."

Ji An turned and left with long strides; the Treasure Talisman was still in the Gourd World, and he hadn't brought it with him. So he told a kind lie about 'fetching' it from the pavilion.

Yunyan Daoist Master praised:

"Fellow Daoist Xuanqing's willingness to offer the Treasure Talisman shows sincerity in helping us."

Given the current situation, the Tier Three Lower Grade Purifying Talisman could be used as a trump card, and the willingness to offer it readily showed a noble character.

"Yes," Wan Jinrong immediately agreed. If Moyun Daoist Master was cured, he would be willing to spend a high price to purchase a Tier Three Purifying Talisman.

Ji An returned to the pavilion quickly, holding a talisman emitting a gentle, white spirit light.

"There's no time to lose. Let's begin now!"

He gestured rapidly with the Spirit Sealing Technique, his hand forming Dharma Seals that left afterimages, tracing runes in the void with Five-Colored Spirit Light. Mysterious energy spread throughout the pavilion.

Wan Jinrong watched with widened eyes. He hadn't thought Fellow Daoist Ji possessed such skill.

A Foundation Establishment cultivator could access the Spirit Sealing Technique, and he could also, but his execution was nowhere near this level.

The Spirit Sealing Technique is easy to learn but hard to master. Cultivators could establish the Five Elements Divine Mansion and comprehend the Mutual Generation Divine Intent to break through to the Golden Core Stage.

But even Golden Core cultivators have varying degrees of comprehension of the Five Elements Power, preferring to specialize in one or two due to limited energy to study all the Five Elements Power.

Not only him, but everyone was also fixed on Ji An's actions.

Ji An drew an Energy-Attracting Talisman, forming a Sealing Spirit Talisman outlined with Five Elements Spirit Light in the void.

When the Spirit Talisman formed, all the mysterious energy converged, leaving only the light screen visible, with no spiritual power fluctuations felt.

Ji An raised his hand and gently pressed down, sending the Spirit Talisman into Moyun Daoist Master's body.

As the light flashed, Moyun Daoist Master introspected his body, his face showing shock followed by ecstasy.

Only his spiritual power was sealed, not affecting his Divine Sense to introspect his body.

He found that his spiritual power was completely sealed, along with the demonic qi that caused contamination.

This would give him time to wait for the Daoist Monarch's rescue, even if the Tier Three Purifying Talisman had no effect.

Ji An asked with a smile:

"Fellow Daoist, how do you feel? Did it work in sealing?"

He had only experimented with this magic on the Cyan Deer, with good results, but since the Cyan Deer was just a Chao Origin-level demon beast, he wasn't sure how effective it would be on a Golden Core cultivator.

There was also the concern that Moyun Daoist Master's realm was higher than his, possibly limiting the duration of the effect.

"Excellent!"

Moyun Daoist Master shared the information from his introspection, his face now imbued with laughter, urging:

"Please, Fellow Daoist, activate the Treasure Talisman."

His eyes flashed with hopeful light; with the demonic qi sealed, much of the pain was instantly relieved, increasing trust in the plan.

Ji An activated the Purifying Talisman, enveloping Moyun Daoist Master in a beam of light like bright moonlight, which then converged into his body.

The tier had increased to Tier Three Lower Grade, transforming the Purifying Talisman, but greatly enhancing the Purification Power.

Moyun Daoist Master introspected his body, instinctively holding his breath as he checked the effect of the Treasure Talisman, and moments later, his eyes turned moist as he laughed heartily.

"Fellow Daoist Xuanqing, thank you for your contribution that has granted me rebirth!

The Demonic Qi is quickly purified, and based on the current speed of purification, it's estimated that by the time the energy of the Purifying Talisman is exhausted, at least sixty percent of the contamination will be cleansed."

Ji An said with relief:

"It's the best I could do for you, Fellow Daoist. Without your contribution, the fortress would be much less secure."

In life, people lift each other up, and he understood deeply in his past life that words should be sweet, while actions should be ruthless.

Yunyan Daoist Master's cold face also broke into a smile, saying:

"The purification will only get faster, and once the energy of the Purifying Talisman is depleted, surely more than sixty percent of the contamination will be cleansed, conservatively estimated at eighty percent.

As the source of contamination decreases, the effects of the Tier Two Vajra Pill and Purifying Talisman will become evident, at worst we'll just use a few more times."

The attic was filled with sadness, which disappeared now, and everyone's face beamed with smiles.

Moyun Daoist Master bowed deeply, saying:

"Your favor, Fellow Daoist, has granted me new life; the Treasure Talisman is valuable, and such a Spirit Sealing Technique cannot be performed by others.

Do you know how much this Treasure Talisman costs? I'll compensate you."

One must distinguish clearly in life, otherwise, the path will become increasingly narrow.

Ji An half-jokingly said, "Didn't Fellow Daoist already say you owe me a favor and are willing to take commands, is there a change of heart?"

"Of course not, a favor is a favor, and compensation is a separate matter."

Ji An pondered, "Take five Top-grade Spirit Stones, Fellow Daoist happened to use the talisman just in time."

The other party used it just in time, making the Purifying Talisman precious; normally it's just a rather ordinary consumable.

There's no need to demand extortionate compensation, which would give off the impression of exploiting the favor; the favor owed is the greatest gain today.

Moyun Daoist Master scratched his head hard, feeling that a life-saving item worth just five Top-grade Spirit Stones greatly cheapened his life.

"Your generosity, Fellow Daoist, makes it difficult for me to decide the proper reward."

Wan Jinrong understood Ji An's thoughts, and with a smile, he spoke:

"Fellow Daoist Moyun, Fellow Daoist Xuanqing also cast a magic technique once; I suggest you give ten Top-grade Spirit Stones.

I'll impart a piece of information; Fellow Daoist Xuanqing loves collecting various high-tier Spirit Wood seeds, you can help with collecting, he'll surely appreciate it."

"Really?"

"Of course, you can ask him if you don't believe."

Ji An replied with a smile:

"Master Jinrong is right, I have quite some knowledge in planting and enjoy collecting various seeds, as long as the Spirit Plant can grow to Tier Three it meets my requirements."

Once the task is over and back at Cloud Sea Immortal City, he should treat Wan Jinrong to a few good drinks; the cooperation was indeed brilliant.

Moyun Daoist Master took out ten Spirit Stones, promising:

"Once the task ends and we leave here, I'll ask friends to inquire and surely collect some rare seeds."

Ji An accepted the spirit stones graciously without refusal.

Moyun Daoist Master turned his head sorrowfully, saying:

"Steward, I suspect that True Demon deliberately let me go, and the danger of future patrol missions will increase greatly. I suggest reporting it, and ask the Daoist Monarch to search for the enemy."

The squad has only three left, so many familiar faces died before him, he cannot forget the despair and helplessness expressed by many as they died.

Yunyan Daoist Master's expression also turned solemn, "Reporting is necessary, but only based on your speculation, whether the Daoist Monarch will come to search, I lack certainty.

You say True Demon did it intentionally, but the motive?"

"I guess it might be to find our resting place, ultimately aiming to hunt us.

Many demon beasts have the habit of toying with prey; in the true demon's eyes, we are prey."

Moyun Daoist Master felt the more he thought about it, the more likely this possibility was, given the enemy clearly had the strength to kill them all.

Yunyan Daoist Master's gaze turned cold, "In the coming period, I'll also participate in patrols with various teams, should True Demon reappear, it won't escape unscathed!"

She thought for a moment and commanded:

"Fellow Daoist Moyun, now your squad exists in name only, and you have been heavily contaminated, you can rest for a few days before rejoining the task."

"As you command."

Moyun Daoist Master shifted the conversation, saying with some concern:

"This True Demon is extremely cunning; I worry it can remotely gauge the strength or weakness of patrol teams.

Steward, you cannot always join patrols, if a surprise attack occurs when you're absent, I am very concerned about the safety of patrol squads."

He felt his suspicion was seventy to eighty percent accurate, as the True Demon could demonstrate its intelligence.

Yunyan Daoist Master pondered briefly, then asked:

"If Fellow Daoist Moyun's suspicion is true, how should we respond?

Everyone think seriously; this directly relates to our life safety."