Mythical Scroll Artist: Starting with the God of Wealth, Zhao Gongming

Chapter 313 The Laurel Tree's Solitary Nature
Upon hearing this, both Wu Xian and Kun You Niang felt a sense of relief.

Upon first encountering the true god of this world, Wu Xian was also filled with curiosity about the Azure Tree King.

"Please sit down." The Azure Tree King slightly raised his hand.

The surrounding vegetation naturally intertwined to form two chairs, and the Azure Tree King sat atop a peculiar plant throne suspended in mid-air.

Wu Xian and Kun You Niang exchanged a glance and sat down with peace of mind.

"What would you like to know, senior?" Wu Xian asked.

"Tell me your insights on plants and living beings, and your conception of that spiritual root of heaven and earth," the Azure Tree King said unhurriedly. "Now it seems that you humans are indeed far superior to us otherworldly beings in this regard."

Wu Xian pondered how to organize his thoughts. He didn't really have any insights, but he was quite skilled at flattery and sycophancy.

"In that case, I'll make a fool of myself and please just enjoy the show."

Wu Xian took a deep breath and started rambling.

"From the vast universe and celestial bodies to the myriad things in the world, and then to the microscopic level of life in the world, they are all connected by a single thread. This invisible thread that runs through the whole is the essence of the concept of spirituality, an invisible force that can create all things."

In the eyes of the younger generation, plants and trees may seem primitive and simple, but they were born much earlier than us, more complex creatures.

Therefore, plants and living beings are closer to the essence of spirituality, and I would like to call them innate spiritual roots..."

By combining metaphysics with science, Wu Xian has essentially poured all his knowledge and skills into this project.

After such a barrage of praise, how do you feel?

"Innate...spiritual root?" The Azure Tree King's eyes flashed with a sharp light, as if he had realized something.

Wu Xian's words clearly struck a chord with them.

"Such insights at such a young age," the Azure Tree King was greatly pleased. "As you said, we plants and trees may seem simple and primitive, but we are closer to the essence of life."

No wonder you were able to conceive of such a powerful spiritual root of heaven and earth.

"You flatter me, senior. These are just my humble opinions," Wu Xian said with a modest smile.

The Azure Tree King waved his hand and smiled, "Could you reveal the true form of my Heavenly Spiritual Root?"

“It is possible,” Wu Xian hesitated slightly, “but this spiritual root of heaven and earth is too much of a commotion, and I’m afraid it will have some negative impact on the green desert.”

"With me here to protect you, feel free to release him for a look." The Azure Tree King waved his hand confidently and arrogantly.

"Then this junior will release him."

Wu Xian took a deep breath and summoned the laurel tree.

Upon seeing the laurel tree, the Azure Tree King's expression changed instantly, and he seemed somewhat stiff.

The laurel tree, glowing with an eerie light, took root and sprang up from the ground. The monster instantly drained the surrounding vegetation, leaving behind a barren wasteland of withered branches and fallen leaves. The spiritual energy of the entire green desert began to flow continuously towards the laurel tree, creating a tremendous and earth-shattering spectacle.

Watching as the surrounding green desert was absorbed by the laurel trees at a visible speed.

Even the mighty Azure Tree King was a little unsettled. "Um... let's put it away. Why is your Heaven and Earth Spirit Root so ruthless? It's really not like the demeanor and style that a plant spirit like me should have."

"Ahem," Wu Xian awkwardly put away the laurel tree, and the surrounding wasteland began to shrink and recover. "It may be related to my design concept. Well... it's probably because... my spiritual root is rather aloof and I like to be alone."

In all honesty, this is not his fault; rather, it involves a specific background characteristic of the laurel tree.

how to say?

We laurel trees are fundamentally not very sociable.

The laurel tree, which occupies the exclusive ley lineage of the Moon Star, is perfectly accustomed to living alone.

This is the fundamental reason why the laurel tree has always been so domineering and tyrannical; it sucks the life out of everything it does, leaving no way for other plants and living things to survive.

In short: I'm starving! I'm starving! I'm starving!

"So it's this kind of unappealing plant?" the Azure Tree King mused. In fact, there are indeed plants in their plant kingdom that enjoy vicious competition.

But this is the first time I've encountered something as ruthless and vicious as a laurel tree.

They're already considered spiritually superior beings; to not even give their descendants a chance to survive is somewhat disrespectful of their age.

In contrast, he, the Azure Tree King, was much more gentle.

I originally wanted to take care of this human-created spiritual root and get to know it better, since it's not easy to encounter someone of the same kind.

It now seems clear that he and the laurel tree are not suited to be friends.

"Um... now that you've seen it, may I leave now?" Wu Xian asked tentatively in a low voice.

“There’s no rush,” the Azure Tree King chuckled. “Although my spiritual root path is different from yours, as members of the plant spiritual root lineage, we still have some similarities. Moreover, I think your spiritual root seems to possess the characteristic of immortality and endless life.”

In that case, you shall cut off a branch and hand it to me for study and reflection.

Of course, I won't take your things for nothing. In exchange, I'll give you a decent gift.

Upon hearing this, Wu Xian's eyes brightened slightly.

Laurel branches were worthless to him; the Azure Tree King clearly wanted to find some insights into cultivation and evolution through the laws and patterns of the laurel tree.

The key point is the gift from the Azure Tree King. As a true god of this world, his gift can't be too stingy, right?
"of course can."

Wu Xian immediately used his mind to break off a branch of laurel and handed it to the Azure Tree King.

The Azure Tree King smiled with satisfaction, and with a wave of his hand, a dark, seemingly rotten piece of wood appeared before Wu Xian.

Judging from the scent emanating from the wood, it was definitely a high-end product.

“A quasi-emperor level fluctuation,” Kun Youniang exclaimed in shock, “No, this is… a world-destroying level demon fluctuation.”

"World-destroying level?" Wu Xian was also taken aback.

The Azure Tree King sighed softly, seemingly saddened, "These are the remains of an old friend of mine. Although they are the remains of chaotic alien beings, they are still invaluable materials for you human scroll painters."

I only hope the little guy will treat these remains well, and one day give them a new lease on life in another way.

Wu Xian took a deep breath and nodded solemnly, "This junior will do his utmost to live up to your trust."

Just kidding, this level of plant-type demon material is enough for him to arrange a large shipment. It just depends on which type of monster this material is suitable for.

The Azure Tree King smiled contentedly, silently sensing the energy of the laws within the laurel branches, and felt a profound connection.

Although it is still in a "damaged" state, it is enough for him to improve many of the powers and details.

“Um…” Wu Xian hesitated before speaking.

"Oh, is there anything else, little one?" the Azure Tree King asked, puzzled.

"May I have some of your branches?" Wu Xian asked expectantly.

Little did he know, Kun Youniang was terrified by his words and quickly gave him a meaningful look.

Now that we can evacuate safely, can't we just stop while we're ahead?
Her beloved concubine at home is still waiting to elope with her; she hasn't lived enough yet.

The Azure Tree King paused slightly, then jokingly broke off some branches and leaves and tossed them to Wu Xian.

"Thank you so much, senior! You're so generous!" Wu Xian said gratefully. "I might be able to use this when I revive your old friend."

The reason he dared to make this request was because the Azure Tree King had a good temper; he wouldn't have dared to make any extra demands if it were any other true god.

Upon hearing that it was used to revive his deceased friend, the Azure Tree King was somewhat moved and immediately cut off some more branches and leaves to give to Wu Xian.

This made Wu Xian extremely happy.

(End of this chapter)