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A Record of a Mortal's Journey to Immortality · Chapter 430

Chapter 430: Rising Winds Beyond the Seas — Deadly Poison

January 17, 2020 · 5 min read · 969 words

"Is this Seven-Colored Lotus very famous? Does it have any special uses?" 's unhurried voice came from behind the group of cultivators.

Hearing that voice, Jian and the others felt a chill run through them, their minds clearing somewhat as they turned to look at with slightly awkward expressions.

All of them had witnessed the power of the . Even joining forces, they probably wouldn't be able to contend with those bizarre insects. Now that something so precious had been discovered, they couldn't help feeling a twinge of unease on a gut level.

Even —who had been the one to earnestly invite along in the first place—showed a flicker of hesitation.

With 's shrewdness, one glance at their expressions told him roughly what they were thinking, and a trace of self-mockery flickered through his eyes.

But he quickly buried that look deep inside, maintaining an expression of ignorance as he asked:

"The name 'Seven-Colored Lotus' is quite unusual! I've read no few records and texts, yet I can't recall ever coming across it. Not even a hint."

The cultivators across from him exchanged glances. In the end, cleared his throat with a small cough and explained to with a smile:

"It seems Fellow Daoist Han has always been immersed in solitary cultivation and rarely concerned himself with matters beyond the path of cultivation. The name 'Seven-Colored Lotus'—even if you searched through every herb compendium that exists, I'm afraid you wouldn't find it. It's one of those things that appears only in legends passed down by word of mouth. They say that if an ordinary person consumes it, they can be brought back from the dead and regrow flesh upon bare bones. If a cultivator takes it, their cultivation can surge dramatically—even leaping up an entire realm. It's a legendary immortal treasure!"

Even though had developed a measure of wariness toward , he couldn't quite suppress the excitement on his face after finishing those words.

"Really? Something that wondrous?" narrowed his eyes as if he didn't quite believe it.

"That much, I can't say for certain. After all, if we hadn't laid eyes on this Seven-Colored Lotus with our own eyes today, none of us would have believed such a thing actually existed in this world! But there will certainly be plenty of cultivators willing to spend a fortune in spirit stones to buy it—that much is true." let out a chuckle.

"I see." nodded casually and then stopped looking at the Seven-Colored Lotus altogether. Instead, he lowered his head to examine the pearly-white skeleton, wearing an expression of keen interest.

Seeing that appeared completely indifferent, showing no intention of seizing the prize for himself, the others all secretly let out a breath of relief.

"Fellow Daoist Jian, go ahead and pick the Seven-Colored Lotus. Once we auction it off, we'll split the spirit stones evenly. Miss Shi, could you please check whether there are any formation restrictions around the pool?" said, catching Jian and 's eyes with a subtle glance.

The two of them pondered for a moment, exchanged a look at , then agreed.

Having realized that 's strength was far too formidable, these cultivators had unconsciously banded together, a subtle exclusionary attitude toward taking root among them.

heard this and a flash of hesitation crossed his face, as though he wanted to say something, but after a moment's thought, he ultimately kept his mouth shut.

Meanwhile, had crouched down beside the skeleton and was carefully inspecting something, his expression unchanged. This put — who had been watching him warily the whole time—somewhat at ease.

"There are no restrictions near the pool. Fellow Daoist Jian can pick it without worry." After making a quick check with several magical tools, confirmed this with certainty.

Upon hearing her words, Jian's face lit up with delight and he strode over in a few steps.

"Be careful! I've heard that the Seven-Colored Lotus cannot be touched with magical tools or implements—it can only be picked by hand. Otherwise, it will wither immediately!" 's expression shifted as if something had just occurred to him, and he hurriedly called out the warning.

Jian waved a hand without turning back, indicating he already knew.

Right now, all of his attention was focused on the bud of the Seven-Colored Lotus.

Standing at the edge of the pool—built from luminous, flawless jade—Jian leaned forward slightly and extended two fingers, carefully reaching toward the tri-colored bud.

and the others held their breath in unison as they watched his every move, eyes unblinking.

"Huh!" He let out a sound of surprise.

"What is it?" and asked almost simultaneously, worry written all over their faces.

Whether they were worried about the picker or worried about the thing being picked—well, that was hard to say.

"There's something odd here. Why is this stem so sturdy? It's like it won't budge at all." Jian withdrew his fingers, flexed them slightly, and said with a puzzled look.

"If you can't pull it out, just pinch it off!" 's eyes darted about before he voiced the suggestion.

"Pinch it off? That would drastically reduce the Seven-Colored Lotus's value!" shook her head, her face full of disagreement.

"Wait—let me cast a Strength Enhancement Talisman first and try again." Jian produced a yellow talisman and slapped it onto his body. Then he gripped the stem firmly with all five fingers, three inches below the bud, and prepared to wrench it free.

"Hold on!" , who had been studying the skeleton, suddenly spoke without even raising his head.

End of chapter 430