Chapter Seven, The Shy Isha

"May I ask you a question?" Ling Xiao finally felt a bit troubled, thinking that since this girl also enjoyed looking at the plant atlas from the mainland, it would be better to ask her if she knew about it.

"It's a question about medicinal herbs." Ling Xiao felt that the girl was too easily embarrassed, so he softened his tone and gently asked, "Have you heard of the three medicinal herbs: Zilan Zhuguo, Dilong Zhixin, and Shizhu Cao?"

The so-called artistic conception, in simple terms, refers to the essence of the sword. In this world, perhaps only those at the level of Sword Saints can comprehend it to a certain extent. As a disciple of Mount Shu, Ling Xiao began his cultivation after entering the Foundation Establishment stage. However, his meridians are blocked, which Ling Xiao himself finds quite frustrating. Therefore, establishing his foundation is the most pressing task for him at the moment

Consider this: a sixth-tier Berserker, if he were to obtain a Vantian Sacred Fruit, could directly ascend to the position of a Demon Swordmaster! ... And the value of a Demon Swordmaster ... . ... Just think of General Ling Tianxiao, and you will understand.

Isabella said pitifully, as if she had committed a grave mistake. Even though Ling Xiao's composure was steady, he couldn't help but smile at her. Despite feeling somewhat dejected, he understood that it was his own impatience: "It's fine, it's normal not to have heard of it."

Ah... I, I didn't see anything on https://m.hetushu.com. The girl seemed as if she had been caught stealing, her speech somewhat faltering, lightly biting her pristine white teeth, displaying a look of helplessness.

Ling Xiao felt a sudden joy in his heart, and an excited expression appeared on his face. It seemed there was a chance; at least, he had not completely finished speaking. Including the growth habits and ripening period of the purple-blue Zhu fruit, Yisha was able to decisively conclude that it was the Vantian Sacred Fruit. This indicates that such a thing truly exists

"That's great! Do you know where it is?" Ling Xiao said excitedly. He had reached the highest level of swordsmanship, and unlike others who had to train diligently, he only needed to practice his understanding of the realm.

Ling Xiao flipped through a few pages and found that the shy girl was still standing there without moving. Unable to contain his curiosity, he looked up and asked, "What are you looking at?"

Due to the presence of many rare books in the library, there is a regulation that prohibits taking any books outside; they can only be read within the library. Additionally, it is stipulated that books must be returned to the exact location from which they were taken. As a result, most people prefer to pull books from the shelves and sit on the wooden benches below to read. The girl in question is holding a book that seems to be the same as the one in Ling Xiao's hands, which is also a compendium of herbs from the mainland.

Ling Xiao bent the book with his hand, then let go, causing the pages to swiftly flip one after another. Indeed, a red bookmark featuring a very cute pink pet cat appeared in the latter half. Thinking that he was just a blind cat stumbling upon a dead mouse, he casually handed the book to the girl and said, "Well, give me the one you have in your hand."

Isabella raised her head and looked at the notoriously unsavory boy, a storm of emotions surging within her. The Vantian Sacred Fruit... If he hadn't inquired about it, there wouldn't even be any relevant records in the Continental Plant Compendium. Of course, some super aristocratic families, especially those related to medicinal materials, including the royal family, are aware of this miraculous plant, but it is all kept as a closely guarded secret.

Just because of a Vantian Sacred Fruit, it can elevate a warrior below the level of a magic swordsman by one rank

Six years?" Ling Xiao furrowed his brows, suddenly realizing that this world is rich in spiritual energy! Yes, that is the reason why the purple-blue Zhu fruit, which originally required eighteen years to mature, can mature in just six years.

Ling Xiao had not finished speaking when Yisha opened her mouth in surprise and exclaimed, "The Vantian Sacred Fruit! My goodness... how do you know about this?"

What you mentioned, www.hetushu.com.com, is an extremely precious medicinal material, and it is not called the purple-blue vermilion fruit! As soon as the topic of medicinal materials came up, Isha seemed to transform into a different person; her previous shyness completely vanished, replaced by a serious and earnest expression: "The Vantian Sacred Fruit is quite unique, taking about six years to mature once, and even when fully ripe, it does not fall from the branches, allowing it to be preserved for a long time!"

Unexpectedly, this statement instead ignited Isabella's competitive spirit, as she looked at Ling Xiao with some dissatisfaction and said, "Can you describe the appearance of these three herbs?"

No," Ling Xiao said lightly, and then continued to focus on the book, flipping through the pages rapidly, as if he were a mischievous child who had just learned to look at pictures, making one feel that he was not reading at all, but merely looking at illustrations

"No... no, it's just that I want to see the book in your hand. I'm just missing that one to finish reading, really! I even left a bookmark in it." The girl, fearing Ling Xiao would not believe her, explained anxiously, her delicate little face flushed with a rosy hue like the dawn due to shyness.

When the person repeated it again, Ling Xiao finally raised his head in confusion and saw a golden-haired girl with a shy expression looking at him with anticipation, then she pointed to the seat beside Ling Xiao.

Isabella sat beside Ling Xiao at hetushu.com, and a faint fragrance wafted into Ling Xiao's nose, causing him to involuntarily raise an eyebrow while he was focused on searching; it was quite pleasant.

Isabella glanced at the unfinished part of her reading while stealing glances at Ling Xiao from the corner of her eye. She noticed that he was reading quickly and with great focus, which piqued her curiosity. Ling Xiao? Is this the boy who has been the subject of so much gossip for allegedly harassing his fiancée? He certainly doesn't seem like that kind of person. As for Xie Xiaoyan? Isabella wrinkled her cute little nose; she didn't particularly like that attention-seeking girl. Moreover, she felt that the girl was somewhat too powerful and a bit... too self-righteous. In short, Isabella had a poor impression of Xie Xiaoyan.

Ling Xiao found it somewhat amusing and said, "Are you afraid of me?"

In fact, Ling Xiao is indeed just looking at the pictures. Although these books are categorized, there are still thousands of types within each category. To read through all of them would likely take more than just a few days.

Ling Xiao suddenly slapped his forehead, realizing why others had not heard of it. In the realm of cultivation, these three herbs were called by this name. Could it be that they were also referred to by this name in the Canglan Continent? Unable to suppress an awkward laugh, he then said: "The Purple-Blue Zhu Fruit grows on snow-capped mountains, preferring cold climates. The plant is about half a meter tall, with leaves resembling a fan, layered and overlapping. The branches are purple, and each Purple-Blue Zhu Fruit has only one branch, with fruits that are sky blue..." He continued: "The Purple-Blue Zhu Fruit grows on snow-capped mountains, preferring cold climates. The plant is about half a meter tall, with leaves resembling a fan, layered and overlapping. The branches are purple, and each Purple-Blue Zhu Fruit has only one branch, with fruits that are sky blue..."

Ah... what, what question? Isabella was lost in thought and was startled by Ling Xiao. With a slightly flushed face, she looked at Ling Xiao and timidly said: "You can ask."

To her surprise, when Ling Xiao mentioned these three items, she realized she had never heard of any of them. A strong sense of defeat immediately spread within her, and she repeated, "Purple-blue Zhu fruit, Heart of the Earth Dragon... Dianthus grass... What strange names! I have never heard of them, I truly apologize!"

It is said to be an issue related to medicinal materials, and a hint of confident smile appeared in the girl's eyes as she thought to herself that this guy really knows how to ask around. Perhaps in the entire Blue Moon Empire, there are not many who dare to claim they understand it better than she does

"Ah, Ling Xiao," Ling Xiao said, then focused intently on flipping through the book.

Oh," the girl first handed the book to Ling Xiao in a daze, and then realized that she had not thanked him. The blush that had just retreated from her face quickly spread to her ears again, and she said softly, "Thank you, my name is Isabella... you can call me Isa." When the girl mentioned her name, her voice was extremely low; if it weren't for Ling Xiao's keen hearing, he probably wouldn't have heard it at all. He thought to himself that this girl was a bit too shy, wasn't she?

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