First Immortal of Destiny

Chapter 34: I See the Beauty of the Green Mountains

"Yes, I have been studying at home since I was young."

"After more than ten years of research, I have now reached the level of a second-rank weapon for forging."

When it comes to forging, Guo Zhao is quite proud.

Although his cultivation base talent is far inferior to his younger brother Guo Xun, who entered the Linjiang Sect at the same time as him, his achievements in forging are not low.

At the age of thirty, being a second-rank weapon forger can be considered a genius in refining.

"It's worthy of being from a prestigious family, with extensive knowledge."

Shen Mo envied him a little.

Being born into a cultivation family is a good fortune, as one can learn about forging from a young age.

Unlike Shen Mo, who has no background as a rogue cultivator and had to strive for everything on his own.

"If Senior Guo has any tasks, Junior is willing to provide assistance."

The original owner of the body had some vague feelings for Chen Mengze when he was young.

But over the years, he also knew that Chen Mengze was proud and looked down on him. The little bit of longing in his heart had long dissipated.

After transmigrating, Shen Mo had even less attachment to her.

Naturally, he would not refuse.

Shen Mo smiled and said seriously, "However, compared to the Profound Grade lower-grade Dragon Sparrow Sword that Senior Guo mentioned, I am more interested in the art of forging."

It is better to teach someone to fish than to give them a fish.

Although a Profound Grade lower-grade magical item is precious, Shen Mo believes that it is better to learn the art of forging and be able to forge the magical items he wants in the future.

In his previous life, he enjoyed playing games and unlocking various achievements.

Now, he wants to learn all the skills of cultivation, such as forging, talisman making, formation setting, and pill refining.

After all, he has an experience bar, and as long as he practices hard, he can gain experience and improve his level.

He has an advantage over others in learning these secondary skills.

Creating himself into a cultivation expert who knows a little bit of everything is Shen Mo's ultimate goal.

"If Brother Shen wants to learn, I am willing to teach you everything I know."

After hearing Shen Mo's statement, Guo Zhao smiled with wrinkles all over his face and said proudly.

"Then I thank Senior Guo!"

Shen Mo was overjoyed. Being able to learn the art of forging from a second-rank weapon forger was undoubtedly the biggest gain from this trip.

Compared to that, the reward of fifty Spirit Stones promised by Chen Mengze was not that important.

"Brother Shen, I have a favor to ask you now." Guo Zhao spoke up, "Chen Junior Sister's birthday is coming up, and I want to give her a gift to celebrate her longevity. However, I don't know what she likes and can't make up my mind."

"Since you have known Chen Junior Sister since childhood and have a close relationship, you must know what she likes, right?"

"Well..." Shen Mo hesitated, feeling a bit embarrassed.

Although he had a good relationship with Chen Mengze in his childhood, it was all in the past.

Since she was promoted to the Inner Sect, they have had almost no contact in recent years.

People change as they grow up, and his familiarity with her has greatly diminished.

In addition, the memories of the original owner's childhood were already blurred in Shen Mo's mind.

At this moment, facing Guo Zhao's eager expectation, he really couldn't give any advice.

"Cough, cough, cough." He awkwardly coughed twice and said, "Senior Guo, to be honest, I really need to inquire about this matter before I can give you an answer."

"But there is one piece of information I can tell you."

He changed his mind and said, "Chen Junior Sister's father recently got injured while exploring the Fallen Mountain and needs a Thunder Transformation Pill for healing."

"I have gathered all the auxiliary medicines, but I am still missing the main medicine called the Azure Water Pearl, and I haven't found it anywhere."

"If you can find this medicine for Uncle Chen, Chen Junior Sister will definitely be very grateful to you."

Guo Zhao comes from a cultivation family and has a wide range of knowledge. He might know some information about this medicine.

If he can obtain this main medicine through him, there will be a solution to the matter of helping Uncle Chen with pill refining.

And Guo Zhao can also fulfill his wish in front of Chen Mengze.

It's a win-win situation.

"Blue Water Pearl?" Guo Zhao frowned slightly, as if pondering. "I seem to have heard of it, but my memory is not deep. After I return, I will inquire about it again."

"Thank you, Senior Guo."

Nightfall, the moon shining and stars sparse.

Guo Zhao and Shen Mo were chatting in the Immortal Cave until late at night before returning to their respective rooms to rest.

The next day, early morning.

Chen Mengze returned from her night patrol.

Guo Zhao intended to show off in front of her, and Shen Mo had already reached an understanding. In order to cooperate with Senior Guo and earn the reward, he took the initiative to create opportunities for the two of them.

However, Chen Mengze seemed unappreciative. Faced with Guo Zhao's various behaviors, she remained polite but distant.

"Sister Chen, let's cook together tonight."

Although Guo Zhao didn't receive much recognition, he was not discouraged and invited her again.

"No need to trouble Senior Guo. Let Shen Mo come and help in the kitchen." Chen Mengze furrowed her eyebrows and said.

She knew Guo Zhao's intentions and didn't want to leave any room for illusions.

However, Shen Mo, who was taking people's money, naturally had to solve their problems.

"Sister Chen, I still need to refine pills tonight, so I can't cook with you. Let Senior Guo help instead."

"What's wrong with this guy today?" Chen Mengze felt somewhat annoyed upon hearing this.

She had originally invited Shen Mo to participate in the guarding mission together, hoping that he could block Guo Zhao's various attentions and avoid the awkwardness of being alone with him during this mission.

But unexpectedly, Shen Mo didn't play any role at all, appearing as if he came solely for closed-door training in pill refining, ignoring everything else.

After dinner that night.

Shen Mo conscientiously suggested that he would patrol the mine cave to prevent the stone spirits from appearing.

He left the Immortal Cave early.

"Sister Chen, the moon is full and the sky is beautiful tonight."

When Shen Mo left, only Guo Zhao and Chen Mengze were left in the main hall of the Immortal Cave, looking into each other's eyes.

I see all beings as grass and trees, but you are the green mountain.

Guo Zhao looked at Chen Mengze, already prepared with a pile of confessions in his heart.

But when it came to his lips, he couldn't bring himself to speak.

Chen Mengze seemed to sense something.

Avoiding his gaze, she said, "Senior Guo, please sit here for a moment. I'll go check on Shen Mo. His cultivation base is still weak, and I'm a bit worried about him patrolling alone."

Saying that, she got up and left.

Guo Zhao had a lot to say in his heart, wanting to express his feelings on this beautiful night.

But seeing her leave, he suddenly felt discouraged.

"Never mind, there's always tomorrow."

He felt a bit disheartened, but consoled himself that they would spend these two months together anyway.

As long as Shen Mo cooperated, he would have plenty of opportunities.

He comforted himself in this way.

"A straightforward person."

This was Shen Mo's evaluation of Guo Zhao.

Although Senior Guo came from a good background, his behavior and way of dealing with people seemed a bit simple and not as shrewd as an experienced person.

Shen Mo was actually not very optimistic about whether Guo Zhao would succeed in his pursuit.

I see the green mountain as charming, so the green mountain should see me the same way. Only then will there be a chance.

If you see the green mountain as charming, but the green mountain sees you as a piece of shit, then there's no way to force it.

Although a strong woman fears an overbearing man, Chen Mengze was not the type of young woman without her own opinions.

Of course, whether he succeeded or not was irrelevant to Shen Mo.

He only needed to obtain the reward and learn the technique of forging.

"Step, step, step."

Just as he was thinking, footsteps suddenly came from behind.

(End of this chapter)