Huangfu Qi's words had just fallen.
The gazes of the Cultivators present shifted to Qin Ming once again, filled with confusion.
The Foundation Establishment Cultivator from Mirror Snow Pavilion who had spoken to Qin Ming earlier even revealed a complex expression.
"Senior Huangfu, this Junior's Humble Skill is not worth mentioning. As long as it is within my capabilities, I am willing to try my best to be of service," Qin Ming said, also feeling puzzled.
What could a dignified Mid-Foundation Establishment Stage Cultivator possibly need from him?
"Heh heh, no need to rush!"
"Today is Gu Qingzhao's celebratory day, let's wait until we finish drinking before discussing it privately." Huangfu Qi finished speaking, and directly came to sit in the chair next to Qin Ming.
Huangfu Qi gave people a more approachable feeling compared to other Foundation Establishment Cultivators. Even towards a Low-Rank Cultivator like Qin Ming, he did not put on the airs of a Great Cultivator at all.
Subsequently, the maidservant behind him poured Spirit Wine for everyone.
Huangfu Qi even proactively drank a cup with Qin Ming.
Seeing that the Protector was acting this way, the people from Mirror Snow Pavilion at the table also began to exchange greetings with Qin Ming.
In an instant, the atmosphere at the banquet table became completely different from just now.
Qin Ming also pondered Huangfu Qi's words from just now while drinking.
Huang Xishan was also extremely ashamed beside him.
If it weren't for his appearance, today's meal would have been truly difficult to get through.
At the same time, Huang Xishan was also secretly surprised. He hadn't expected Fellow Daoist Qin to be hiding so deeply, that even an Advanced Cultivator at the Mid-Foundation Establishment Stage would have a request for him.
As the setting sun slanted westward, the banquet ended.
The Cultivators departed one after another, bidding farewell to Gu Qingzhao.
Qin Ming and Huang Xishan also bid her farewell.
"Fellow Daoist Qin, please come with me to my Cave Residence for a chat, it won't take up too much of your time," Huangfu Qi invited.
Huang Xishan beside him said to Qin Ming with a slightly embarrassed expression, "Since that's the case, Fellow Daoist Qin, please discuss with Senior Huangfu first, I'll wait outside."
Qin Ming nodded, and then followed Huangfu Qi to his cultivation Cave Residence.
It was not far from Gu Qingzhao's Cave Residence, both located in places with the most abundant Spirit Qi.
However, Huangfu Qi's style was completely different from Gu Qingzhao's. The courtyard landscaping here was full of scholarly atmosphere.
If one didn't know better, they would think they had walked into an academy.
"Gu Qingzhao mentioned that when Fellow Daoist Qin advanced to become a High-Grade Spirit Planter, the Assessment you passed was saving the Golden Sun Tree?" Huangfu Qi asked as they walked.
Qin Ming was taken aback, vaguely guessing what the other party wanted to request of him, and then nodded respectfully, "Reporting to Senior Huangfu, that is indeed the case."
Hearing this answer, a hint of joy flashed across Huangfu Qi's face, and he quickened his pace.
"That's wonderful!"
He pulled Qin Ming to a Backyard, where there was a small Spirit Herb Field. It was planted with many Spirit Herbs and Spirit Plants.
A lush and verdant scene, obviously cultivated and managed extremely well, all of them Spirit Plants of considerable grade.
There were even quite a few Second-Stage Spirit Plants.
Qin Ming only glanced at it and knew that it was obviously not something an ordinary Cultivator could grow, but rather carefully nurtured by a Spirit Plant Master with extremely high Attainment.
He couldn't help but be surprised in his heart. Could it be that this Foundation Establishment Senior was also a High-Order Spirit Plant Master?
Then what exactly was the reason for him looking for himself? A series of questions swirled in Qin Ming's head.
After a moment.
Huangfu Qi stopped at a corner of the Herb Field, pointed to a pot of Spirit Plant, and asked with a slightly embarrassed expression, "I would like to ask Fellow Daoist Qin to take a look for me, and see if you can save this pot of Spirit Flower."
Qin Ming approached and took a closer look, discovering that it was a pot of Spirit Plant as red as flames, but now it was withered and drooping, already on the verge of death.
"Senior Huangfu… this…" "Aren't you a Spirit Plant Master?" Qin Ming asked his doubts.
Huangfu Qi smiled slightly, "Heh heh, of course I am not, but my Dao Companion is a Second-Rank Spirit Plant Master."
Then he sighed, and began to explain the reason.
"It's all my fault for being careless. A while ago, before my Dao Companion went out to handle matters, she asked me to take good care of this pot of Flame Heart Seven-Leaf Flower."
"As a result, a few days ago, I forgot to water the flower and change its Spirit Soil and water it with Spirit Spring Water, and it became like this."
"This flower is of extraordinary significance to me and my Dao Companion. It is the Keepsake from when we fell in love, and has been carefully nurtured to this day."
"If she comes back and sees that I nurtured the flower to death, she will definitely not let me off lightly, alas!"
"Fellow Daoist Qin, what do you think… is there a way to save this Spirit Plant?" Huangfu Qi looked at Qin Ming with hopeful eyes.
Qin Ming was also extremely depressed. This Flame Heart Seven-Leaf Flower was a genuine Second-Stage Spirit Plant, not on the same level as the Golden Sun Tree.
Although he still had the last [Rebirth Spirit Seed] Entry left, he didn't want to waste it here for nothing.
But if he didn't agree, Huangfu Qi, a dignified Foundation Establishment Cultivator, had already made a request to him with such a humble posture.
In case he offended the other party's face, and he didn't give him a good time, what would become of him?
Qin Ming could only sigh helplessly in his heart: Alas~ this damned love!
"Senior Huangfu, this pot of Flame Heart Seven-Leaf Flower is a Second-Stage Spirit Plant, my current abilities are limited…" Qin Ming hesitantly wanted to decline.
But before Qin Ming could finish speaking, Huangfu Qi interrupted him and said earnestly.
"If Fellow Daoist Qin can help me accomplish this matter, then this Protector promises to owe you a Favor. As long as it is not a particularly excessive request, Fellow Daoist Qin can feel free to ask anytime."
As soon as Qin Ming heard this, he immediately cheered up! "Ahem~ Although this young one's ability is limited, I will definitely try my best! I will try to save this pot of Spirit Plant," he answered in a very firm tone.
Huangfu Qi revealed a happy smile upon hearing this.
The reason he dared to entrust such an important matter to Qin Ming was because before coming, he had already heard Gu Qingzhao say that Qin Ming had bought Spirit Seeds from her and had already started planting Second-Stage Spirit Plants.
Presumably, he had some confidence to dare to do this.
Qin Ming pondered for a while and said, "Senior Huangfu, then I will take this pot of Spirit Plant away first, it may take some time. After saving it, I will return it to Senior."
"Fellow Daoist, why not temporarily stay in my Cave Residence Guest Room? At that time, someone will be responsible for Fellow Daoist's food and daily life, no need to take it away, right?" Huangfu Qi said with slight hesitation.
How could Qin Ming stay here? He still insisted, "Senior Huangfu, you also know that in my Spirit Field, there are still several acres of Spirit Plants that need tending, I really cannot leave for too long."
Huangfu Qi pondered slightly upon hearing this, and nodded, agreeing to Qin Ming's request.
After a moment.
Qin Ming left the Cave Residence carrying the pot of Flame Heart Seven-Leaf Flower.
He had weighed the pros and cons repeatedly.
If the Entry was gone, it could be refreshed anyway.
Being able to exchange it for a Favor from a Mid-Foundation Establishment Stage Great Cultivator was still quite worth it.
At the foot of Cloud Dream Mountain, Huang Xishan saw Qin Ming come out, still holding a pot of flower in his hand.
He couldn't help but ask, "Fellow Daoist Qin, how did your talk with Senior Huangfu go?"
"Not bad, I guess." Qin Ming answered vaguely.
Huang Xishan's heart tightened upon hearing this, and he couldn't help but envy, "I didn't expect Fellow Daoist Qin to be favored by Senior Huangfu, in the future, I'm afraid you're going to rise rapidly, chuckles!"
"At that time, don't forget to help out your old brother a bit!"
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Subsequently, the two summoned their Flying Magic Tools and returned to Green Sun Market.
End of Chapter