"These are all made by my family." Lu Ye casually explained, "Senior, if you find them useful, feel free to take them."

Made by his family... Ma Bin showed a puzzled expression. Is there really such an outstanding alchemist in the current Nine Provinces?

Last time he had a conversation with Lu Ye and learned that the Nine Provinces had only recently been promoted to a large domain. Logically speaking, such a domain would require thousands if not tens of thousands of years to develop, yet suddenly they could produce so many supreme-grade elixir pills; the speed of development is somewhat beyond imagination.

"Then I won’t be polite." Ma Bin said this, took a few jade vials from the lot, and swallowed some of the elixir pills.

Only then did he look at Lu Ye, his gaze was deep, and after a moment he spoke, "Have you inherited the Dao Tree legacy?"

As a former Nine Provinces cultivator who survived to the present from that turbulent era, naturally he knew about the Dao Tree. The last time he saw Lu Ye, he didn’t think much of it, but this time, only a few decades later, Lu Ye’s cultivation had unexpectedly risen from Constellation Mid-Stage to Moon Jade Late Stage.

Such a pace of cultivation is clearly abnormal; the only explanation is that he possesses a legacy with enormous potential!

Back then, Chao Nian’s cultivation rose just as rapidly, he witnessed it himself, having had such an experience, naturally, he could make this inference.

Lu Ye nodded, "Yes, senior, your insight is sharp."

This matter had nothing to hide from Ma Bin.

"So the Dao Tree legacy indeed still resides in the Nine Provinces World..." Ma Bin sighed, "Back then, Chao Nian... he was the last Dao Tree successor. After his death, the Dao Tree legacy was lost. Many people speculated that this legacy was left in the Nine Provinces; countless efforts have been made to find it, but all in vain. Unexpectedly, after thousands of years, you’ve acquired the legacy."

His expression turned solemn as he spoke, "But you must remember, the Dao Tree lineage can refine all things with spiritual essence, but there’s one thing you must not refine."

"Cultivators?" Lu Ye responded.

Ma Bin’s expression changed, "Have you tried it?"

Lu Ye said, "A Dwarf Race Sun Blaze once told me about this. She said that the Dao Tree lineage can refine everything except for the seven emotions and six desires, so if you refine a cultivator, something very bad might happen."

Ma Bin nodded, "Exactly, the catastrophe in the Nine Provinces back then was largely due to this. You must take heed." 𝗳𝚛𝚎𝚎𝘄𝕖𝕓𝕟𝕠𝚟𝚎𝕝.𝗰𝕠𝐦

"I have noted it." Lu Ye replied solemnly. In the Asura Field, he had tried this once. The feeling was indeed intoxicating, endlessly gratifying, yet it also made him extremely vigilant!

"Cough cough cough..." Ma Bin suddenly began coughing lightly and raised his hand to cover his mouth. When he lowered his hand, it was smeared with dark blood, an unsettling sight.

Lu Ye frowned, as if the supreme-grade elixir pills Ma Bin swallowed just now seemed to have no effect. He pondered for a moment and asked, "Senior, may I take a look at your injury?"

Ma Bin chuckled, "Do you have healing cultivator methods? But no need, I know my own injuries; ordinary methods can’t resolve them."

Lu Ye said, "I don’t understand healing cultivation methods, but since you know I’m a Dao Tree successor, you should be aware that I can refine some anomalies within you, which might alleviate your discomfort somewhat."

Ma Bin asked curiously, "The power of the Dao Tree... can be used this way?"

He genuinely didn’t know this, for Chao Nian had never shown such abilities back then, so his understanding of the Dao Tree was not much greater than that of the Dwarf Race.

"Want to give it a try?" Lu Ye looked at him.

"Then let’s try it!" Ma Bin became interested and extended a large hand like a palm leaf fan.

Lu Ye sat cross-legged in front of him, placed a hand on his wrist, and activated the power of the Talent Tree.

Ma Bin’s expression shifted slightly; he had some evident sensations.

There were indeed anomalies within him. Previously, he fought one against four, clashed with four strong opponents of equal realm, and although he killed one and injured three others severely, his achievements were remarkable, yet he was also gravely injured. Several potent mana forces not belonging to him rampaged within his body, making it difficult for his injuries to heal.

But as Lu Ye exerted his power, those invasive mana forces seemed to mysteriously dissipate as if being refined by some power.

Ma Bin’s condition gradually showed signs of improvement.

Only after two hours did Lu Ye withdraw his hand.

Ma Bin silently sensed his state and couldn’t help but laugh heartily, "I feel much better now."

However, Lu Ye didn’t show much joy; he just looked at Ma Bin, puzzled, "Senior, there’s something strange about your injury. Why do I feel like your very roots are damaged?" If so, his efforts earlier could hardly help Ma Bin, serving only as temporary relief.

If the damage to the roots isn’t repaired, Ma Bin can never fully recover, and over time, his condition might even worsen.

As soon as these words were spoken, Zhu Yuan, who had been standing quietly behind Ma Bin, couldn’t help but change his expression.

Ma Bin’s laughter slowly faded as he looked at Lu Ye and said, "The Nine Provinces truly nurture talent. After thousands of years, someone like you emerges. I’m very comforted."

Lu Ye’s expression was solemn. "Senior, is it true that your foundation is damaged?"

Ma Bin seemed indifferent. "It’s not a big deal. Over the years, I’ve avenged most of my grudges. In the days ahead, I don’t plan to do much. Finding a place to enjoy my twilight years is enough."

Lu Ye felt a pang of sadness.

He hadn’t yet reached the Sun Blaze level and didn’t know how renowned the name Green Demon King Ma Bin was. But just from Nan Lian’s previous words, it was clear that Ma Bin was a prominent figure in this stellar space.

He pursued revenge and lived freely, yet now due to his connection with Lu Ye, he suffered defeat here. If Ma Bin hadn’t spotted Lu Ye while fleeing, he wouldn’t have faced four enemies alone, and the current situation wouldn’t have arisen.

For such a person to ultimately fade into obscurity is undeniably tragic.

"Is there no way to heal Senior’s injury?" Lu Ye asked.

Ma Bin slowly shook his head. "There isn’t."

Lu Ye fell silent.

Suddenly, Zhu Yuan spoke up. "Actually, there is a way."

Lu Ye looked up at him. "What way?"

Zhu Yuan cautiously glanced at Ma Bin, and seeing that he didn’t intend to stop him, Zhu Yuan began to speak. "I previously followed a Sun Blaze in Brahman Valley and heard him mention the master. Though he wasn’t one of the four Sun Blazes who fought the master, he had some connections with them. According to him, the master’s Dao foundation is damaged. Unless he finds a Spirit Jade Vein to heal, there’s no chance of recovery. Led by Charng Feng, those Sun Blazes have sent many messages out, warning those top domains with Spirit Jade Veins to guard against the master’s chance."

"Spirit Jade Vein?" Lu Ye’s expression changed upon hearing.

Ma Bin grinned and said, "Yes, my injury can only gradually heal with rest in a Spirit Jade Vein. But the domains possessing Spirit Jade Veins are all top-tier, and given my current condition, making an appearance in those domains would be seeking death. So, young man, don’t worry about old me. I’ve lived long enough and am quite satisfied."

Especially knowing that the Nine Provinces still exist and there’s a rising star like Lu Ye. Even if he were to die now, he’d have no regrets.

Lu Ye didn’t understand why the injury to the Dao foundation required recuperation in a Spirit Jade Vein, but...

"Senior, I have a Spirit Jade Vein!" Lu Ye exclaimed, feeling quite excited. Finally, he had something to help Ma Bin.

If it were some other method, he might not be able to achieve it, but with the Spirit Jade Vein...

"Hm?" Ma Bin was taken aback. "You have a Spirit Jade Vein? Where did you get it?"

The Nine Provinces had just recently ascended to a large domain, so it’s impossible for it to nurture a Spirit Jade Vein. Moreover, how precious is a Spirit Jade Vein as a resource? It’s hard for him to believe what this Moon Jade has told him.

Lu Ye thought for a moment and said, "It’s like this, Senior. I have a good relationship with the Dwarf Race. Previously, they entrusted me to seek the core of Mount Fangcun within a stellar marvel. Fortunately, I succeeded and later brought the core back near the Nine Provinces for placement. There’s a Spirit Jade Vein within it. If Senior wishes to use it, I’ll reach out to them, and it should be fine."

By his current calculation, he is the master of Mount Fangcun; the entire mountain belongs to him. Using the Spirit Jade Vein wouldn’t be an issue.

Despite Ma Bin having lived over a thousand years, knowledgeable and experienced, he was momentarily stunned upon hearing Lu Ye’s words. It took him quite a while to say, "You actually managed to find the lost core of Mount Fangcun and placed it near the Nine Provinces? The Dwarf Race had no objections?"

Mount Fangcun, such a renowned stellar supreme treasure, has for many years drifted across stellar space. They have a significant number of Sun Blazes, forming their own faction, seldom connecting closely with other races. How could they permit Lu Ye to arbitrarily place their supreme treasure’s core?

He couldn’t comprehend.

"The Dwarf Race had no objections."

The core was recovered and placed there, with the three branches of Mount Fangcun currently merging under the core’s pull. In a few years, the Dwarf Race will be able to revive the glory of their ancestors. Who would have any objections? Who would dare?

Ma Bin felt a bit dazed for a moment. All along, he had considered Lu Ye as a junior from his domain. Having met him once, Ma Bin hadn’t intended to ever interact further. But now, it seems he’s underestimated this junior all along...

Indeed, as a Dao Tree successor, how could he be an ordinary person?

For a brief moment, Ma Bin was truly tempted, as this was indeed a method to heal.

But soon, he slowly shook his head. "Forget it, there are some things you might not understand. Even if you have a good relationship with the Dwarf Race, when it involves the Spirit Jade Vein, they may not agree. For any race, the Spirit Jade Vein is a vital resource, not only for the production of spirit jade but for the path beyond Moon Jade!"

After a pause, he continued, "Moreover, I’m quite troublesome. If the Dwarf Race knew my identity, they probably wouldn’t be welcoming."