I Just Want to Cultivate Quietly and Farm

Chapter 479 - 273: Unexpected Visitor (Part 4)

Xue’Er jogged towards the stone pavilion, preparing spirit tea.

Li Mu and Elder Hu walked together into Yin Yang Valley, heading towards the stone pavilion, exchanging flattering words along the way.

"The Taiyi Sect is indeed a major sect in Central State. I didn’t expect you to personally come here, it’s truly a surprise!"

"Ah, Master Li, there’s no need for such modesty. Our Taiyi Sect is extremely eager for talented individuals. This visit is meant to invite Master Li to join the Taiyi Sect."

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Inside the pavilion, the two sat down, with Xue’Er standing by, ready to serve them.

Li Mu placed Elder Hu’s Artifact Refining Records on the table.

Elder Hu’s heart raced.

Although he arrived earlier, theoretically gaining an advantage. But who could ensure that Li Mu hadn’t inquired about the Profound Celestial Sword Sect?

After all, the name of the Profound Celestial Sword Sect was even more renowned!

"What does Master Li mean by this? Could it be that you have already discussed terms with the Profound Celestial Sword Sect?"

"Don’t worry, whatever the Profound Celestial Sword Sect offers, my Taiyi Sect will offer twice as much!"

Elder Hu looked at Li Mu in confusion and said eagerly.

Li Mu quickly waved his hand, smiling as he explained, "No, no, Elder, I merely wanted to confirm the content of this artifact refining commission with you. After all, the commission hasn’t been finalized yet, and this Artifact Refining Record belongs to you."

"Moreover, I have only observed the contents of the first three pages, so I dare not delve into the entire record."

Upon hearing this, Elder Hu breathed a sigh of relief.

"If Master Li has other requests, please feel free to mention them. Anything within my capability, I can agree to directly, and for matters beyond my capability, I will strive to give you a response within ten days. How does that sound?" Elder Hu looked at Li Mu, speaking seriously.

Seeing the eagerness of the other party, Li Mu was quite surprised. He didn’t expect that a major sect from the Central State Spirit Realm would so sincerely wish for him to join them.

The status of a Tier Six Refining Grandmaster was indeed prestigious, but Li Mu had never experienced such pursuit. After all, the name "Southern Wilderness" in the South Wilderness Spirit Realm was no joke, and few sects could afford to sustain him.

Today, the Taiyi Sect offered an olive branch with genuine sincerity.

The best part was, the Taiyi Sect wasn’t the number one sect in Central State, but the second!

By joining this second sect, the treatment would naturally be better than within the Profound Celestial Sword Sect. As the second in Central State, its foundation and heritage were unimaginable.

"Elder Hu speaks too highly of me. I’m already content with such an offer, but I wonder how the Taiyi Sect learned of my whereabouts?" Li Mu was quite concerned about this matter, looking at Elder Hu inquiringly.

Li Mu had been refining artifacts in the South Wilderness Spirit Realm for some time, so why did the Taiyi Sect only now make an appearance?

Elder Hu did not conceal it, directly saying.

"Venerable Qingwei sought assistance from the Profound Celestial Sword Sect. I was originally tasked with competing for credit with the Profound Celestial Sword Sect to slow their expansion."

"But from Venerable Qingwei, I learned it was thanks to the guidance of a high sage that we discovered Nine Demons Sect’s plans."

"It was following this information that led me here."

"To be honest, what our Taiyi Sect values isn’t just Master Li’s artifact refining skills, but also your discerning eye to see through the plans of the Nine Demons Sect."

Li Mu smiled wryly and humbly said, "In recent days, having been targeted by the Nine Demons Sect time and again, and being adept at artifact refining, I merely had the fortune to see through their schemes!"

"Does Master Li have any interest in joining our Taiyi Sect as a Named Elder?" Elder Hu looked at Li Mu, getting straight to the point, extending the invitation once more with enthusiasm.

Such a young Tier Six Refining Grandmaster had limitless potential,

With his current skills, reaching the level of a Tier Seven Daoist Artifact Master was just a matter of enlightenment and the passage of time.

Talent, Li Mu certainly lacked none!

Moreover, during this conversation, one could sense the spiritual power vibrations from his body, far beyond what ordinary artifact refiners with low cultivation had.

Such a talent joining the Taiyi Sect would be absolutely beneficial.

After a brief silence, Li Mu did not hesitate for long, then said, "Elder Hu’s invitation is indeed hard to refuse, but at the moment, I cannot leave this place."

"I have agreed to meet an old friend here, and he has yet to arrive. So, I must ask Elder Hu for understanding, as I cannot give you a definite answer at this time!"

Mentioning this, Xue’Er pouted.

"Did Third Uncle forget our appointed meeting?"

Li Mu shook his head helplessly.

"You know the situation over there, perhaps something went wrong midway, causing the delay."

Unwilling to be refused with such a reason, Elder Hu quickly said, "Master Li need not worry, if it’s inconvenient, my Taiyi Sect is willing to send someone to investigate."

"No need, no trouble! Thank you for your kindness, Elder Hu." Li Mu was startled, hurriedly waving it off.

The Demon Race and Human Race were still in opposition today, and if the contact with the Snow Fox Race were exposed, the attitude of the high sages on the Human Race’s side towards him remained unknown.

Even if the Taiyi Sect trusted him, there would be unavoidable rumors, which would not be conducive to his discreet development.

"My friend is used to leisure, and with his strength, he won’t encounter any trouble. Perhaps in a few more days, he’ll be here." Li Mu solemnly and politely declined.

Elder Hu sighed, nodding, "That will be fine."

As soon as Master Li’s friend arrives, Elder Hu can take Li Mu to the Taiyi Sect.

In less than a century, the Taiyi Sect would undergo earth-shattering changes.

Although the conversation with Li Mu was not extensive today, from his words and deeds, it could be seen that he was a person of deep affection and loyalty.

As long as the Taiyi Sect did not act beyond bounds, Li Mu becoming a Tier Seven Refining Master within the Taiyi Sect was an inevitability!

Even if he wasn’t from the Taiyi Sect, he would assist them.

At that time, the Taiyi Sect would genuinely have the qualifications to challenge the Profound Celestial Sword Sect.

If another thousand years passed, and Li Mu attained the skills of a Tier Seven Daoist Artisan, even the Profound Celestial Sword Sect would have to bow and restrain their arrogance before the Taiyi Sect!

The thought of such a splendid scene made Elder Hu’s heart surge with excitement.