I Just Want to Cultivate Quietly and Farm

Chapter 424: Chapter 250: The Fox Mother’s Entrustment (Part 2)

”Two elders, the Supreme Profound Clarity Pill is the most suitable spirit pill for healing the divine soul. It has excellent effects in dispelling abnormalities of the divine soul, with efficacy far surpassing other tier six spirit pills. If even the Supreme Profound Clarity Pill cannot be effective, then we can only use a higher tier spirit pill, or other means to eliminate this demon qi!” Li Mu took a deep breath and explained to the two.

Upon hearing this, Bai Jinling and Bai Tianya exchanged a glance, their expressions turning somewhat grim.

The process of refining tier six spirit pills already consumed so much of Li Mu’s heart power, let alone the possibility of refining a higher tier seven spirit pill in a short time. As for other means, they’ve used all possible options, what else could be done?

The two of them sighed, frowned deeply, and were at a loss as to what to do.

”Elders, the one who ties the bell must untie it. If this demon qi cannot be resolved by ordinary means, could we eliminate the demon cultivator who cultivates this demon technique, resolving the problem at its root, and find a method to eradicate this demon qi from them?” Li Mu suggested, looking at the two who were at their wit’s end.

After hearing Li Mu’s words, the two exchanged another glance, their expressions even more bitter.

”Master Li, to be honest, our clan leader was attacked by an extremely powerful demon cultivator, which put them in such a dangerous situation. Just like our clan leader, leaders of other major clans were also caught in this peril. Compared to them, due to your intervention, our clan leader has been able to recover. The elders and leaders of other clans didn’t have such fortune; to solve them with our strength, I’m afraid it’s beyond us.” Bai Tianya sighed heavily, explaining to Li Mu.

Hearing this, Li Mu was taken aback. He never imagined that the demon race of the Ten Thousand Demon Mountain Range would have such adversaries?

”What kind of demon cultivator organization is this? So formidable?” Li Mu inquired with curiosity.

”It’s the Demon Rong Ape tribe. They’ve colluded with some demon cultivator forces, plundering and pillaging all around, capturing our tribe members to refine their demon techniques. Xue’Er’s loss from our tribe was also due to this. Fortunately, she was saved by a human race cultivator, so she escaped a calamity, and by great fortune, she met Master Li, allowing her a safe return.” Bai Jinling looked gratefully at Li Mu, explaining in detail.

After a brief pause, Bai Jinling continued to explain, ”Three years ago, our eighteen major clans allied, deploying thirty True Spirit Great Demons and uniting a million demon army, attacking the territory of the Demon Rong Ape tribe for revenge. Someone leaked the news, and the Demon Rong Ape tribe vanished without a trace. During this period, the high-ranking members of our eighteen clans were ambushed and attacked by high-tier demon cultivators. Many died or were crippled. More, like me, were afflicted by this ominous demon qi, perpetually at risk of turning demonic.”

Having finished the explanation, Bai Jinling gratefully looked at Li Mu, offering the prepared jade box, sincerely expressing thanks: ”Thanks to Master Li, for you have put aside past grievances to lend a helping hand. The grace of saving a life is beyond repayment. This is the most precious gift of our tribe, and I hope Master Li will accept it with a smile!”

”Elder Bai, your tribe has already given me generous gifts and allowed me to choose three treasures from your tribe’s treasure vault. That is enough to repay me; please don’t insist!” Li Mu chuckled, waving his hand to politely refuse.

”Master Li, why not open the jade box first? Perhaps after seeing it, you might change your mind!” Bai Jinling never expected Li Mu to refuse. Even she was deeply reluctant to part with this treasure!

Because of this, she struggled with her decision.

Bai Jinling believed that once Li Mu saw the treasure inside the jade box, he would absolutely be unwilling to refuse.

”Elder Bai, truly, there’s no need! Returning Xue’Er home, I never thought of needing any reward. It was a mere act of convenience; one should not accept rewards for no merit. I will not look at this generous gift, please don’t make it difficult for me!” Li Mu’s attitude was firm, politely refusing again.

Lending a hand, helping refine pills, and taking some payment is reasonable. However, if one is too greedy, wanting too much, it will cause problems sooner or later.

Li Mu had a few lessons before. He had once helped with artifact refining, insisting on obtaining spiritual objects from others, which caused some displeasure. The opposite party, despite respecting him due to his status as an artifact refining master, became much colder in demeanor.

After becoming alert, Li Mu reflected upon himself. He did not want to become someone who was treasure-obsessed and insatiably greedy. One must set a rule of balance of interests in their heart. Helping with artifact refining or alchemy, one should only take what is deserved or the agreed-upon reward. Some commissions that are prone to causing trouble, no matter how great the benefits and returns, should still be declined if necessary!

Upon hearing this, Bai Jinling unexpectedly glanced at Li Mu with even more admiration. A young age with such a heart realm, maintaining one’s heart in the face of precious treasures, distinguished him from any human race cultivator she had previously encountered.

With such a disposition, no wonder at this age, he has this cultivation level and an enviable skill in alchemy.

”Master Li, no need to worry further. Bai here is offering these treasures to you with a few presumptuous requests for assistance. I wonder if Master Li could lend a hand again?” Bai Jinling looked at Li Mu with a smile, stating her purpose.

”Oh? Elder Bai, if there’s a need, please say it! I’ll do my best,” Li Mu nodded curiously, not daring to promise hastily.

”Then I won’t stand on ceremony! Master Li, you know that the Mountain of Ten Thousand Beasts and the various demon tribes are now threatened by the Demon Rong Ape tribe, our tribe included, and the situation is precarious. Master Li, you excel at refining spirit pills, and our tribe wishes to provide spiritual materials to commission Master Li to refine a batch of high-tier spirit pills that can enhance cultivation and heal injuries,” Bai Jinling said, looking at Li Mu.