Cultivation begins with planting techniques

After all, they came from the same sect. Although Gong Nuo and the other two had no impression of Li Ye, they had some contact after exchanging pills.

After a brief chat, a basic level of camaraderie naturally developed.

Aside from Chu Baifeng's slightly wary gaze as Li Ye and Tai Ling chatted and laughed, the atmosphere was quite harmonious.

Without much effort, Li Ye learned about the recent situation of the Demon Abyss from them.

The number of monsters is still within a controllable range, and their activities are not too active, with each monster having its own territory.

For cultivators, there are limited obstacles; the real danger lies in the environment of the Demon Abyss.

This state was quite in line with Li Ye's wishes.

Monsters may be good fertilizer, but that doesn't mean he'll enjoy being constantly bothered by them.

Maintaining his activity range in this way, allowing him to advance gradually, is just right.

However, as the conversation reached this point, Gong Nuo seemed hesitant to speak further.

He hesitated for a moment, then said, "Junior Brother Li, since you haven't gone far into this Demon Abyss, why don't you return with us?"

"The monster you killed was only of medium to low strength in this Demon Abyss. There are many more powerful beings, and many of them live in groups. Even if you have good supernatural powers, you will probably have a hard time dealing with it if you encounter one..."

"While there are many opportunities within the Demon Abyss, it is still too risky for you to explore alone with your current cultivation level. It would be safer for you to return with us for now and come back with your fellow disciples later..."

He spoke earnestly and sincerely.

Although sword cultivators have always advocated for going forward without hesitation, they also need to weigh the pros and cons and risks.

In dealing with people, it is often best to avoid speaking too intimately with casual acquaintances.

However, he saw that Li Ye seemed to be quite young and had a good temperament. If he focused on cultivation, he would have a bright future. If he lost his life here because of a moment of recklessness, it would be too much of a waste!

That's why I spoke up to advise him just now, lest he hear the name Li Ye again in the future, only to hear more bad news!
Gong Nuo's sudden words surprised even Tai Ling and Chu Baifeng.

But after realizing what was happening, they offered words of advice.

"Senior Brother Gong is right. The Demon Abyss is fraught with danger. It would be truly perilous for you to act alone without any protection..."

"Even if we return together, it won't be too late to invite some fellow disciples to come again..."

The atmosphere within the Heavenly Sword Sect is quite good. Although there is infighting, there is also a pure spirit amidst the clash of swords.

Since they have no conflict of interest with Li Ye, it wouldn't hurt to offer some advice.

Hearing this, Li Ye was slightly surprised, then a smile appeared on his face.

"I appreciate your kindness, senior brothers and sisters. Although I haven't broken through for long, I am confident in my own supernatural powers and magic..."

Seeing that Gong Nuo was about to say something, he simply laughed and said, "Senior brothers and sisters, please wait and see."

He made a sword incantation, and the Withered Glory Sword was drawn from its sheath. With a slight tremor, the sword light changed.

At first, Gong Nuo and the other two didn't take it seriously.

What Li Ye wanted to demonstrate was nothing more than the method of splitting sword light. With their level of skill, they could only split one into four. No matter how strong Li Ye was, that was probably all they could do.

However, their cultivation level far surpasses Li Ye's, so the power of their methods should be much stronger. Moreover, with three people working together, how could he possibly compare?
In this case, they might find another way to phrase it, or they might simply lose interest in getting involved.

But when the sword light suddenly split into four in front of them, and then smoothly split into eight, their expressions became somewhat out of control.

One sword splits eight?!

How could it be so easy!
To their astonishment, the sword light continued to shift and change.

The next moment, the eight sword lights split again, becoming a total of sixteen!
Seeing the sixteen sword lights that moved nimbly like swimming fish, Gong Nuo and the other two froze, their expressions filled with shock that was hard to erase.

For a moment, it even felt like a dream, as if everything before my eyes was just an illusion.

At the early stage of the Yuan Dan realm, the sword light split into sixteen beams—what kind of monstrous talent is this?! *Whoosh—*

Seeing their expressions, Li Ye knew that the time was right, so he raised his hand and pointed, thus sheathing his sword.

"I appreciate the care and concern from my senior brothers and sisters."

"I have only been in this Demon Abyss for about ten days and have not accomplished anything yet. It is not time for me to return."

Li Ye smiled faintly, "I am confident that my swordsmanship is such that I can easily kill enemies of higher ranks. Even if I encounter a strong enemy, I should be able to buy myself a chance to escape, and my life should not be in danger..."

Hearing his humble words, Gong Nuo and the other two exchanged glances, feeling as if they had fallen into some kind of demonic illusion.

Gong Nuo gave a wry smile, "I was judging others by my own standards. Junior Brother Li's swordsmanship is truly an eye-opener. He must be capable of roaming alone in the Demon Abyss..."

"I never expected Junior Brother Li to be so unassuming..."

Tai Ling said in surprise, feeling even more strange that she had never seen Li Ye before.

After several recollections, he finally remembered that he was the one who was listed as a true disciple more than ten years ago thanks to the Pure Spirit Willow!
This amazed Gong Nuo and Chu Baifeng, who were able to accept Li Ye's current performance.

After all, someone who can be personally cultivated by the Supreme Elder must be no ordinary person.

However, after witnessing such swordsmanship, the three of them lost much of their interest in talking.

Maintaining his composure, he wished Li Ye success in finding his opportunity in the Demon Abyss, and then hurriedly left.

This little incident did not affect Li Ye.

Before they could disappear into the horizon, he had already landed to continue his unfinished sowing.

"The opportunities hidden deep within this Demon Abyss are indeed quite tempting. The numerous treasures and legacies left behind from the golden age of the cultivation world are of extraordinary significance even to my true self..."

"But for me, the greatest opportunity right now lies in this little sapling..."

The emerald green light shimmering in his hand, nourished by the processed flesh and blood of the demon, allowed the Purifying Willow to quickly take root and grow well.

Having finished this plant, there was still a lot of monster flesh left. Without stopping, he cut it up, carried it along, and continued on to plant the next one.

………………

Time flies, and more than ten years have passed in the blink of an eye.

I don’t know when it started.

Some cultivators who traveled to and from the Demon Abyss seeking opportunities or eliminating demons were surprised to find that willow trees had appeared in this originally barren area where only a few spiritual plants could grow due to environmental distortion.

They stand tall on the earth, and even in such an environment, they still grow quite well.

As the willow branches drooped down, patches of emerald green appeared before everyone's eyes.

Although their numbers are limited for the time being, they have not yet reached the point of expanding into a forest.

However, whenever a cultivator approaches, some of the surrounding turbid and evil energy will be swept away within its range, thus creating a slightly quiet place where cultivators can meditate, rest, and recover.

Under the shade of the trees, it seemed to have become a unique sanctuary, providing a moment of relaxation for the monks who were active there.

These spiritual plants are exactly the same as those rumored to be grown by the Heavenly Sword Sect.

Many people have also witnessed firsthand the young man, whose aura was restrained and who was close to nature, sowing seeds in this region over the years.

This finally revealed where he had disappeared to.

They might have doubts, hostility, admiration, or concern.

Regardless of the comings and goings of people or any other circumstances, nothing could hinder the man's steps in planting trees... (End of Chapter)