Chapter 115: What Granny Linglong Wants (2/2)
Zhen Shaoke laughed and said in an accommodating tone, ”That's okay. In less than two hours, we will be reaching the Five Elements Desolate Domain site. You've been cooped up in your room for so long, come, let's go out and take a walk.”
Mo Wuji was sure he didn't see any hint of disappointment in Zhen Shaoke's eyes. It could be inferred that ever since he made his request, Zhen Shaoke already knew that Mo Wuji would not be able to advance to Tier 4. He probably did since his understanding towards advancements in pill refinement was definitely higher.
Even though he knew that Mo Wuji was not able to advance, he still took out Tier 4 spiritual herbs for Mo Wuji to practise. It didn't matter what Zhen Shaoke was thinking, but this act really made Mo Wuji want to befriend him.
Perhaps Zhen Shaoke might not be a friend he could bear his heart out to, but he definitely was a person worth cooperating with.
As they walked to the head of the flying ship, Mo Wuji found that Yan'Er had already been invited by Zhen Shaoke. It seems like Zhen Shaoke knew the place Yan'Er had in Mo Wuji's heart.
Seeing Mo Wuji, Yan'Er's eyes immediately calmed down and walked to Mo Wuji's side and sat down.
”Wuji, are you bringing Little Sis Yan'Er to Five Elements Desolate Domain to find Granny Linglong?” After waiting for Mo Wuji and Yan'Er to finish their conversation, Zhen Shaoke suddenly asked.
”Yes, I heard that her condition can only cured by Granny Linglong.” Mo Wuji felt that there was nothing to hide. Zhen Shaoke was a pill house master; he definitely had an extraordinary understanding of things. Naturally, he would be able to see that Yan'Er was subject to a failed spiritual roots transfer, resulting in her memory loss.
Zhen Shaoke's expression turned heavy as he said, ”Wuji, even though I hope that Granny Linglong can help you, I still have to tell you this, even if you meet Granny Linglong, you wouldn't be able to get her to help you. So it's best if you don't harbour too much hope.”
This was not the first time Mo Wuji had heard this. He sighed, ”Even if that's the case, I still have to find her and try. I will not give up to the very end.”
Zhen Shaoke continued, ”Wuji, I do have an idea to get Granny Linglong to help, but it's just that this idea is a little dangerous…”
Mo Wuji suddenly bolted up and grabbed Zhen Shaoke and said, ”Mr Zhen, please share.”
Zhen Shaoke patted Mo Wuji, indicating for him to sit down. Only then did he say, ”You don't have to get so anxious, listen to me carefully. Not only is Granny Linglong the number one pill refiner in Heaven Seeking Palace, she is also undoubtedly the top pill refiner in the entire Lost Continent. The thing she wants naturally isn't simple.”
”Then will Granny Linglong also take part in the Five Elements Desolate Domain Pill Competition?” Mo Wuji interrupted again.
Zhen Shaoke laughed, ”There are some conditions to the competition. Firstly, you need to be at least a Tier 3 Mortal Pill Refiner. Secondly, you need to be below 100 years old. If you're above 100, it doesn't matter how good your pill refining is, you would not be allowed to participate. The first condition isn't really enforced. During the competition, some Tier 2 pill refiners could sneak in. But doing that would just be humiliating themselves, and they definitely won't be able to obtain a place on the name list.”
Hearing about the age limit, Mo Wuji heaved a sigh of relief. He was a mere Tier 3 Mortal Pill Refiner, and there were many more impressive pill refiners than him. If a senior refiner like Shen Lian's father also takes part in the pill competition, how could he actually win?
”You will be competing to be in the top 100. The first place gets 100 names on the Five Elements Desolate Domain name list. The second place gets 99 names on the name list. The third gets 98… So on and so forth until the 100th place who gets one name. As long as you get on that name list, you will get a chance to request Granny Linglong's help. However, it's not easy to get within the top 100, because in this competition, you will practically be competing with the greatest pill refiners in the entire Lost Continent.”
”Mr Zhen, please carry on.” Mo Wuji had already calmed down. This sort of competition format was beneficial for him. He did not need to be first place. He just needed to enter the top 100.
The total time Zhen Shaoke and Mo Wuji interacted was rather little. The trip only took ten over days, and Mo Wuji spent most of this time practicing his concoction. Even so, Zhen Shaoke had a brief understanding of Mo Wuji, and even an appreciation of Mo Wuji. Mo Wuji had an indomitable will, and more importantly, he always made calm decisions.
A typical person being chased by the Second Elder would probably shit bricks. However, Mo Wuji calmly brought his family to Fringe City to find a transfer array. If not for Zhen Shaoke's act of helping him fend off the Second Elder, he might have really took a transfer array and left
”Most of the people entering the Five Elements Desolate Domain are searching for the Flower of the True Gods Flower. However, what Granny Linglong wants isn't the Flower of the True Gods, but a sort of crystal…” Zhen Shaoke continued.
Mo Wuji didn't know much about the Flower of the True Gods. He didn't even know what the Three Heavens of the Heaven Realm were. Even though he really wanted to ask Zhen Shaoke what the Flower of the True Gods was, as well as what the Three Heavens were, he kept these burning questions in. The thing which Granny Linglong wanted was more important to him.
”May I ask what kind of crystal is Granny Linglong looking for?” Mo Wuji asked.