497: An unexpected surprise, Lu Hao’s reward!

The Cultivators from Yangqi Prefecture fixed their gazes like lightning, instantly locking onto the sole figure in the courtyard: a young man wearing a loose, plain robe, looking no older than twenty, with a handsome face that even carried a hint of laziness.

Hmm? This was the Senior they spoke of?!

How could he be so young?!!!

All the Cultivators from Yangqi Prefecture felt their minds buzz, some of them instantly stunned.

Doubt, disappointment, and even a hint of anger at being fooled instantly welled up in their hearts. So young? How much Cultivation could he have? How many Magic Treasures could he possess?

We lost all our Origin just to beg for a Magic Treasure from this mere boy?

This was simply too absurd, a huge joke! Some in the crowd had ashen faces, some had dark eyes, and others already looked like death.

However, Wei Feiyu and Duan Yangrong, along with all the Cultivators from Luo Yu Province, bowed respectfully with solemn expressions:

“Junior Wei Feiyu (Duan Yangrong) greets Senior!”

Wei Feiyu immediately turned his head, his gaze like a knife sweeping over the stunned crowd behind him, and he low-shouted:

“Why aren't you greeting Senior?!”

The crowd awoke as if from a dream, seeing the genuine awe in the Luo Yu Province Cultivators, their hearts filled with even more doubt. But since things had come to this, they could only brace themselves, reluctantly and half-heartedly clasping their fists and saying:

“Greetings... Senior.”

Their voices were full of reluctance.

Lu Hao looked at the dense crowd before him and frowned slightly. His voice was not loud, yet it clearly reached everyone's ears:

“Wei Feiyu, Duan Yangrong, this Revered Master instructed you to collect the Origin of Luo Yu Province. Why have you brought so many people? When did Luo Yu Province have so many Yang Solid Cultivators?”

Wei Feiyu immediately stepped forward and respectfully said:

“Reporting to Senior! We have not failed! We Juniors have followed Senior's command, and not only Luo Yu Province, but we have already collected all the Origin from every major prefecture except Thousand Stars State! We are here to report back!”

As he spoke, he held out an ancient jade gourd with both hands, presenting it to Lu Hao.

“What?! All the Origin?!”

Lu Hao exclaimed in surprise, instantly straightening his body, an expression of delight appearing in his eyes.

He had thought it would take some effort, but he didn't expect these two fellows to be so capable! He clearly remembered only asking them to collect the Origin of Luo Yu Province, didn't he?

However, if this was the case, the problem of reconstructing the Heart of Origin that had troubled him was basically solved. As for Thousand Stars State, he was already above Thousand Stars State, so it would be a simple matter!

Of course, Lu Hao also understood that these two people in front of him were so diligent simply because they wanted to gain some benefits from him.

“Haha! Good! Very good!”

Lu Hao laughed heartily, in a great mood:

“You two have handled matters well, you shall be rewarded!”

With a thought, he flipped his hand, and in his palm appeared two Medicinal Pills the size of dragon eyes, emanating a strange, swirling energy, and two emerald-green Spiritual Plants whose leaves shimmered like starlight.

“This pill is called the Enlightenment Origin Pill. I believe you have heard of its name, yes? I will not elaborate on its effects.”

“These two medicinal herbs are called Spirit Raising Grass, they are incredibly rare herbs. Even a Yang Solid powerhouse who consumes them can significantly improve their Aptitude and Foundation.”

“These two are for you.”

Lu Hao casually tossed the Medicinal Pills and Spiritual Plants to Wei Feiyu and Duan Yangrong.

The courtyard instantly fell silent.

Enlightenment Origin Pill?! Spirit Raising Grass?! This... such a grand gesture? So stimulating right from the start?

The Cultivators from Yangqi Prefecture stared at the items in Lu Hao's hand, their eyes practically popping out!

They were all too familiar with the Enlightenment Origin Pill; it was a Medicinal Pill that aided in comprehending Origin. After consuming an Enlightenment Origin Pill, a Cultivator's understanding of the Dao would greatly increase, and most importantly, its effect lasted a very long time, a full three years!

Therefore, this Medicinal Pill was something all Cultivators dreamed of, a coveted existence throughout the entire Eastern Domain.

As for the Spirit Raising Grass, everyone had also heard of it; that was a peerless spiritual item capable of significantly enhancing a Cultivator's Aptitude, its value even greater than the Enlightenment Origin Pill!

With these two items revealed, the doubts and disdain of the Yangqi Prefecture Cultivators shattered into pieces.

Either of these two items, if circulated, would be enough to cause a struggle in a small area!

This young man actually gave them away so casually, with such an understated manner?

This... what kind of terrifying background and strength must he possess?!!

Wei Feiyu and Duan Yangrong held the Medicinal Pills and Spiritual Plants, their hands trembling slightly.

Immense joy continuously surged through them. Their guess was indeed correct; as long as they completed the Senior's assigned task well, there would definitely be generous rewards!

The two exchanged a look, no longer hesitating in the slightest. With a thud, they both knelt on one knee, their voices trembling with excitement:

“Thank you, Senior, for your generous gift! Senior's great kindness, this Junior would die ten thousand times over and still be unable to repay!”

Seeing the two so excited and grateful, Lu Hao's mood improved even further. After a brief ponder, he casually said:

“Hmm, seeing as you two are quite sensible and capable in your work... are you willing to become my Named Disciples?”

Named Disciple?!

Wei Feiyu and Duan Yangrong suddenly looked up, their eyes bursting with light of wild joy!

To be able to become a Disciple of such an unfathomable Senior, even if only a Named Disciple, was probably an immense Opportunity. This was far more precious than any Magic Treasure or Medicinal Pill.

They knew that Lu Hao was very kind at heart. Following such a Revered Master, would they ever need to worry about resources for their future Cultivation path?

“Willing! This Disciple is willing!”

The two did not hesitate in the slightest, immediately bowing their heads:

“Disciple Wei Feiyu (Duan Yangrong) greets Revered Master!”

They kowtowed three solid times. This was the Revered Master-Disciple ceremony among Cultivators, and the Revered Master-Disciple ceremony was the most important event in the Immortal Realm, so the corresponding etiquette was also the most solemn.

The other Cultivators around, especially those from Yangqi Prefecture, now had red eyes, so envious and jealous they almost bled!

Good heavens, why could these two obtain such a great Opportunity? In the future, they would surely soar, leaving us far behind... After completing the Revered Master-Disciple ceremony, Wei Feiyu slowly stood up, forcefully suppressing his immense excitement, and pointed at the crowd behind him:

“Revered Master, these are Fellow Daoists from other prefectures who are in the Yang Solid Realm. They assisted in collecting the Origin and rendered meritorious service. As Revered Master previously stated, those who do not interfere with the Origin collectors can receive one Magic Treasure. Therefore, this Disciple specifically brought them here.”

Lu Hao was in a good mood and waved his hand:

“This is a small matter. What this Revered Master has said, he never goes back on. Take them to the Overturning Sky Boat in the back mountain. Inside the boat, you shall each receive one Magic Treasure according to your own Opportunity. However, your Cultivation is too low, so the treasures will choose you themselves. You just need to stay where you are.”

“Those of you who have previously received one can also obtain another one!”