C7 Supreme Grade Mana Herb

In comparison to the outer perimeter, the inner perimeter of the herbal garden is distinguished not only by its abundance of Mana Herbs but also by a significant characteristic: danger. This danger is what sets the inner perimeter apart from the outer one.

Typically, only the elite disciples from the Outer Sect who have reached the third level of the Whispering Souls dare to venture into the inner circle. However, they limit themselves to the edges of the inner perimeter, which are relatively close to the outer perimeter. Venturing too deeply could mean risking their lives. The Mana Herbs within the inner perimeter possess a certain level of offensive capability, and the higher the grade of the herb, the more formidable its attack power.

It's rumored that even the core disciples, whose strength is at least above the seventh level of the Whispering Souls, hesitate to enter the depths of the inner perimeter. Their apprehension speaks volumes about the potency and strength of the Mana Herbs found there.

At this moment, Ye Xuan has made his way into the inner perimeter, though he has not ventured far. He's searching for Mana Herbs just at the edge. Despite being on the fringe, the inner perimeter boasts a significantly greater quantity of Mana Herbs, and their grades are generally higher than those found in the outer perimeter, with most being of medium grade or above.

In the outer perimeter, medium grade Mana Herbs are somewhat scarce, and top grade Mana Herbs are even more elusive. But here, in a small area of the inner perimeter, Ye Xuan has detected dozens of medium grade Mana Herbs and about a dozen top grade ones through his soul perception. To put this into perspective, while in the outer perimeter, Ye Xuan had only harvested around a dozen medium grade Mana Herbs and a mere three top grade ones, and that was in valleys rich with spiritual energy. The fact that he has already found so many high-quality Mana Herbs at the edge of the inner perimeter clearly illustrates the vast difference between the inner and outer perimeters.

However, viewing it from a different angle, if one lacks substantial strength, even gaining access to the inner circle might not be fruitful. One might not only fail to harvest any Mana Herbs but also struggle to defend oneself. The Mana Herbs here don't take pity on intruders; if you trespass into their territory, they will forcefully expel you.

At that moment, Ye Xuan eyed the Mana Herbs and couldn't help but swallow hard in anticipation. "Such a bounty of high-quality Mana Herbs. If I could capture and absorb them all, I might just break through to the fourth level of the Whispering Souls today," he mused.

With the eagerness of a ravenous wolf, he lunged at the Mana Herbs.

He swiftly approached a top grade Mana Herb and reached out to seize it, but the herb, as if sensing his intent, burrowed into the ground, eluding Ye Xuan's grasp.

"Huh?" Ye Xuan uttered in surprise.

Capturing top grade Mana Herbs in the inner circle was proving to be a challenge. He had managed to collect three top grade Mana Herbs in the outer valley, but this attempt was unsuccessful.

"It appears that the Mana Herbs in the inner circle are not only abundant but also perilous and elusive," Ye Xuan observed, watching the Mana Herb that had just fled, now reappearing beside a nearby tree.

The Mana Herb had even launched a sneaky attack on him during its escape, which Ye Xuan had neutralized. But in that brief moment, it had gained enough time to make its getaway.

Truly, the inner circle Mana Herbs were deviously clever!

"Hmph! Little one, you've caught my eye; do you really think you can escape?" Ye Xuan murmured, eyeing the top grade Mana Herb that had just surfaced.

Activating the Prismatic Mantra, he felt his body lighten considerably.

"Let's see if you can elude me now!"

He crouched slightly, poised like a cheetah about to strike. With a powerful push from his feet, he surged forward like an arrow loosed from a bow, aiming straight for the top grade Mana Herb ahead.

The Mana Herb, sensing Ye Xuan's swift approach, attempted to dive back into the earth to hide. But Ye Xuan was ready this time; as the top grade Mana Herb made its move to burrow away, he swiftly propelled the leaf in his hand toward the ground beneath the elusive herb.

Just as the top-grade Mana Herb was about to burrow underground, its escape was thwarted by a leaf. Left with no other option, it sprang into the air to evade the leaf's formidable presence.

Ye Xuan watched the airborne top-grade Mana Herb and swiftly extended his hand, capturing the herb that had no leverage to move while suspended in mid-air.

Despite being ensnared in his grasp, the top-grade Mana Herb continued to wriggle in resistance. Ye Xuan applied a gentle squeeze, seemingly extinguishing the herb's vitality, and it then lay still in his hand.

Observing the top-grade Mana Herb he held, Ye Xuan noted that the red glow at the heart of the leaves was more intense than that of the three top-grade Mana Herbs he had harvested from the periphery.

Indeed, even among top-grade Mana Herbs, there was a notable distinction between those from the inner and outer rings.

Ye Xuan proceeded to collect the remaining Mana Herbs, storing them all in his pouch.

After patting the now plump and smooth pouch, Ye Xuan felt a surge of satisfaction. These Mana Herbs should suffice for his advancement to the fourth level of the Whispering Souls.

The excursion to the herbal garden had turned out to be quite fulfilling!

Feeling content, Ye Xuan made his way toward the exit of the herbal garden, which was set to close in half an hour.

As Ye Xuan stepped toward the perimeter, a thick red light surged from behind him, its velocity causing a whistling sound as it sliced through the air.

In the nick of time, Ye Xuan evaded the red light's strike with a rapid sidestep.

A chill ran down Ye Xuan's spine as he realized he hadn't detected the red light's approach.

Had it not launched its sudden assault, he would have remained oblivious!

As the red light that hovered before him began to fade, its true form was revealed.

A four-leafed Mana Herb gracefully spun in the air, its center radiating a red light so vivid it appeared to have coalesced into a spherical bead.

Before him was a supreme-grade Mana Herb!

Ye Xuan hadn't expected to stumble upon such a treasure at the fringe of the inner circle. Even with his composed nature, he couldn't help but feel his heart race with excitement.

This appeared to be a fully matured Mana Herb, teetering on the brink of transforming into a Spirit Bead. The intense red glow at the center of its four leaves wouldn't be so vivid if it weren't nearly substantial.

The supreme grade Mana Herb hovered midair, seemingly scrutinizing Ye Xuan as if preparing to strike at the intruder.

Ye Xuan's expression grew solemn. The Mana Herb was on par with a human cultivator at the Whispering Souls, the third level. Moreover, the Mana Herb before him likely possessed even greater strength, especially since it was on the cusp of forming a Spirit Bead.

With a grave look, Ye Xuan focused on the Mana Herb before him as the Prismatic Mantra activated within him. His vital force surged through his body, infusing his limbs and bones with a fulfilling sense of power.

The Mana Herb spun with increasing velocity, its surrounding red light intensifying to a blinding brilliance.

A confrontation was imminent!