Lu Fei continued, "Elder members of my family mentioned that Dragon's Breath Elderwood usually grows in places where dragons have fallen, nourished by the last breath of the fallen dragon."
"No wonder it's called Dragon's Breath Wood." Old Master He nodded, thinking for a moment, "Are there any places near Jiang City where dragons have fallen?"
"There is a place called Balong Mountain outside the city. Decades ago, there were rumors of a dragon descending," Duan Tiankui began to speak.
Duan Lingyue couldn't help but ask curiously, "Grandpa, what does it mean for a dragon to descend?"
"A descending dragon refers to a divine dragon in the heavens and on earth that, due to various reasons, falls to a certain place in the mortal world. These dragons can no longer return to the heavens and eventually transform into huge mountains and lakes in the human world."
"Wow, then aren't these mountains and lakes filled with spiritual energy!" Duan Lingyue opened her eyes wide, "Grandpa, is the dragon vein formed this way?"
"Not entirely." Facing his granddaughter, Duan Tiankui showed no sign of impatience.
"A dragon vein is the top feng shui treasure land in the world, gathering the spiritual energy of heaven and earth. Its mountainous form resembles a dragon, which is why it is called a dragon vein."
"Places where dragons have descended can form dragon veins, but not all dragon veins are created by descending dragons."
"I understand, Grandpa!" Duan Lingyue nodded earnestly, "It's like a chocolate cake; chocolate can be used to make a cake, but it doesn't mean that all cakes are made of chocolate."
Her analogy made everyone burst out laughing.
"You little glutton!" Duan Tiankui couldn't help but tap her little nose.
At this moment, Lu Fei thought of the mountain goods Zhao Fengchun had given him, and he quickly asked Hu Zi to bring out some mountain walnuts and roasted peanuts to entertain the little food lover.
Old Man He then said, "Old Duan, you're the expert in feng shui. From your perspective, do you think there was indeed a divine dragon that fell on Baxian Mountain?"
"Empty words are baseless. No matter how skilled I am, I don't have the ability to see through distant places!" Duan Tiankui laughed, "Especially for such a special feng shui location, we must see it with our own eyes. Only when we get there can I make a more accurate judgment."
"When would you be free to go with me?"
"You're being too formal by asking that. Your matters are my matters. I'm naturally available anytime."
"Thanks, old buddy!" Old Man He was very moved and patted his old friend's shoulder. Then he said to Lu Fei, "Young Master Lu, I hope you can make a trip to Baxian Mountain and help me find that Dragon Breath Euonymus."
"If the elder asks, the junior is naturally happy to oblige," Lu Fei readily agreed.
With business coming, how could there be any reason to refuse?
"However, Old Man He, since it's an evil object, it naturally has evil qualities. In the last breath of that true dragon, besides spiritual energy, there is also resentment."
"Resentment?" Old Man He's expression changed slightly, and he exchanged a glance with Duan Tiankui, then urgently asked, "What kind of evil qualities might it have?"
"After the elderberry is connected to a person, if they cannot resist the resentment within, it's possible that they might gradually turn into wood. Although they may appear no different from ordinary people, in reality, they have become emotionless wooden figures," Lu Fei replied seriously.
"It's so serious!" This was something Old Master He never would have expected, "Is there any way to eliminate such resentment?"
"The resentment of a true dragon is not so easily eliminated. I can't guarantee one hundred percent success, but I will do my best," Lu Fei said sincerely with a smile.
"Your words are enough! No matter what, I must first obtain the Dragon Breath Elderberry; it is my only hope to make amends to my disciple! As for the side effects, we can figure out ways to deal with them later!"
Old Master He nodded forcefully, reappearing with a smile.
"Alright! However, Senior He, the association's test is about to begin. How about I go to Bulong Mountain after I pass the test?"
"Why bother with such trouble?" Old He waved his hand, "Old Duan and I may not have much capability, but we have a bit of seniority. With our recommendation, you can join directly."
So there's such a way to do it!
Lu Fei couldn't help but chuckle to himself.
It seems that any circle cannot be separated from personal connections, and the Xuanmen world is no exception.
After all, no matter how powerful a person from the Xuan Sect is, they are still human.
Where there are people gathered, there will be social graces and worldly wisdom.
"Thank you for your kindness, seniors, but I signed up with a friend this time, and I can't just leave him behind," Lu Fei declined with a smile.
"Who is your friend? If his talents are acceptable, I can vouch for him as well..." Great Elder He said after a moment's thought.
"Old He, young Lu here is ambitious and capable; he doesn't need us to pull strings for him," Duan Tiankui advised. "If Young Lu has promised you, he will certainly fulfill it. Put your mind at ease, why rush things?"
"You're right, I was being hasty."
With that said, Great Elder He also did not insist anymore.
"But, Manager Lu, you can learn about the place called the Ruby Mansion."
"Alright, I'll keep that in mind."
Lu Fei knew that the other party was giving him a tip, so he nodded seriously.
Then, Old Master He left a golden business card and got up to take his leave.
"Manager Lu, we won't disturb you any longer as you need to prepare for the test! Feel free to come to the hospital if you need anything."
"Thank you, Senior!"
Lu Fei saw the three of them off. Noticing that Duan Lingyue enjoyed eating walnuts and roasted peanuts, he packed a large bag for her to take with her.
"Big Brother Lu Fei is the best!" The girl was so delighted that her eyes curved into crescents.
After they left, Lu Fei took a look at the business card.
Apricot Grove Clinic.
He then put it away in a drawer.
"The Ruby Tower should be the place for the test this time." Lu Fei turned on his computer and searched for information related to the building.
"Boss, the name sounds like a commercial building. Can such a crowded place really be haunted?" Hu Zi asked curiously.
"Don't underestimate this building; it's a notoriously famous haunted building, one of the Eight Great Urban Legends of Jiang City, along with the old dormitory building of Jiang University."
Lu Fei quickly found the relevant information.
As a native of Jiang City, he had heard about the horror stories related to the Ruby Building more than ten years ago.
"That's amazing!"
Tiger instantly became energized, leaning closer to the laptop screen and taking a few glances. He scratched his head and said, "Boss, why don't you tell me about it? I get drowsy when I see so many words."
Lu Fei took a sip of tea, peeled some roasted peanuts, and began to speak slowly.
"The Ruby Building was the first high-rise in Jiang City with an elevator!"
"When it first opened, it caused quite a stir."
"Many wealthy people scrambled to use their connections to buy a unit. Owning an apartment in the Ruby Building was a symbol of status and prestige."
"You could say that it sold out on the very first day of its opening!"
"Those who bought the houses were so proud and happy when they moved in! But no one expected that a particularly devastating fire would break out within less than a year of the handover!"
Huzi opened his eyes wide: "A fire? Did many people die?"
"The fire broke out in the middle of the night, and it's said that several households couldn't escape!"
Lu Fei narrowed his eyes, his tone grim.
"That day was particularly eerie. One household was holding a wedding, while another was holding a funeral."