With a flick of his finger, half of the medicinal herbs gathered from the mountain cave shot out before him.
Although these herbs were quite valuable, most were common treasures that could be bought for a price.
Compared to those found in the ancient tomb, they were a far cry in quality.
Still, they were perfect for teaching Xiao Yixian the basics of cultivating spiritual plants.
"Follow my instructions and plant these herbs exactly as I've told you."
Placing the herbs before her, Xiao Yan smiled softly.
"These herbs…"
Lowering her head to inspect the rare plants in front of her, Xiao Yixian couldn't help but feel a little nervous.
She recognized most of them...each one was a treasure that could easily sell for tens of thousands of gold coins.
"Don't worry," Xiao Yan chuckled as he gently patted her shoulder. "Just plant them boldly. If they die, I'll pick more for you."
"Don't be so kind to me. I'm not used to it," Xiao Yixian replied with a faint, bitter smile.
She feared that if Xiao Yan kept treating her this well, she might one day truly fall into his hands.
Although she didn't dislike him....in fact, she found herself feeling a strange warmth toward him.....taking that final step was another matter entirely. After all… this boy was still just a child.
"Except for that Ice Flame Spirit Grass, the rest of these herbs are useless to me," Xiao Yan said casually. "Consider them stored here temporarily.
But if you don't plant them soon, I'll just feed them to Little Blue."
"Don't!" Xiao Yixian pouted, glancing at him helplessly. "These herbs are too strong. Little Blue won't be able to handle them."
Her tone softened, and after a reluctant sigh, she began working.
Though she cared deeply for her pet, using such precious herbs as its food still felt wasteful.
"Heh." Xiao Yan chuckled quietly. With his countless years of experience, handling the current Xiao Yixian was effortless.
For the next few days, Xiao Yan stayed within the courtyard.
Aside from his usual cultivation sessions, he spent most of his time instructing Xiao Yixian in the art of spiritual planting.
During this period, Yao Lao had fallen into a deep half-slumber, the power of the Soul Nourishing Pill still surging within him.
Unless Xiao Yan forcibly stirred his master's soul with spiritual energy, Yao Lao remained completely still.
Xiao Yan didn't disturb him, choosing instead to enjoy this rare peace.
Yet deep down, he knew that once Yao Lao awoke, it would mark the time to venture into the depths of the Magical Beast Mountain Range.....to seek a Heavenly Flame.
Under the blazing sun, Xiao Yixian knelt by a patch of soil, carefully digging a narrow pit a foot deep.
She then gently buried a blood-red ginseng-like plant within.
When she finished, she stood up and wiped the sweat from her forehead.
Her once-fair skin now carried a faint golden hue.....proof of her hard work these past few days.
Despite the exhaustion, the sight of nearly half the garden now filled with growing herbs brought a bright smile to her face.
Though tired, the joy of seeing results filled her with satisfaction.
"Don't just stand there smiling," Xiao Yan's voice came lazily from behind her.
"Hurry and water it with the beast blood, or that Blood Spirit Ginseng will wither before sunset."
"I know," she muttered, turning to glance at him—and froze.
There sat Xiao Yan, lounging in the shade with his legs crossed, eating a chilled fruit that gave off faint wisps of frost.
He had actually used his Bone-Chilling Flame to ice his fruit.
In this unbearable heat, that single bite must have felt heavenly.
"This bastard…" she gritted her teeth, glaring at him as her earlier smile vanished.
"Ah… refreshing," Xiao Yan sighed contentedly.
"The Bone-Chilling Flame really is a marvelous thing. No other Heavenly Flame could do this."
Lounging in a vine chair, he continued to eat leisurely while watching Xiao Yixian labor under the sun. The sight amused him greatly.
Eventually, Xiao Yixian finished her work and trudged over, her small feet coated in dirt.
"You seem to be having quite the relaxing time," she snapped, snatching a chilled fruit from the plate and taking a big bite.....completely ignoring her usual grace.
The moment the icy sweetness touched her tongue, she trembled in delight.
The coolness washed over her like a summer breeze, sending a pleasant shiver through her body.
Soon, the two were playfully fighting over the fruit, and by the end, Xiao Yixian emerged victorious.
Holding her head high in triumph, she strolled toward the pond, dipped her feet into the cool water, and settled onto a large stone under the shade.
Her pale legs shimmered as she gently swayed her feet in the pond, washing away the mud.
Watching her, Xiao Yan couldn't help but smile. Seeing her so content made him feel strangely at ease.
But suddenly, his sharp spiritual sense detected something amiss. His expression changed instantly. "Be careful!"
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