Marvelous Chapter
Radiant Flower
This flower grows only on the Isle of Fallen Deities in the Eastern Sea. It has a thousand petals, with dense leaves encircling its core. The petals are crystal clear, resembling flowing light under the moonlit night. It is neither fragrant nor harmful.
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According to Nightwaker disciples, only those who practice Nightwaker martial skills are affected by the Radiant Flower, as its pollen has hallucinogenic effects. If consumed with the island's wine, "Eternal Spring," one will become lost in sweet dreams and unable to awaken. Nightwaker disciples often drink in the bloomfield, severing attachments in their dreams to temper their minds. It is said that the Radiant Flower is not native to the Isle of Fallen Deities and has a connection to the Nightwaker Grandmaster Su Zhenyi. After the fall of Southern Tang, he lost his family and love, wandering alone at sea until he reached the island. Upon landing, a nameless seed fell from his sleeve, which he casually discarded, eventually blossoming into a vast Bloomfield. One day, Su Zhenyi, drunk in the bloomfield, dreamt of meeting his lover under the moon. He awoke with the wind, his beautiful dream shattered, leaving him heartbroken. He lamented, "The flowing light does not wait," and in his grief, slashed the flowers with his blade, inadvertently mastering the unparalleled sword technique "Nightwaker." Thus, the flower was named "Radiant." The flower language of the Radiant Flower signifies "deep affection," and outsiders often seek it to gift to their beloved.
Author's Note: The Radiant Flower cannot be found anywhere else but the Isle of Fallen Deities, making it a rare and extraordinary flower. Although I yearn for knowledge, my seasickness renders me incapable of reaching it. I thought this book would remain incomplete, but fortunately, a chivalrous hero assisted me, gifting me a Radiant Flower. I am deeply grateful and note this here.
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Quill Epiphyllum
This flower is mostly found on the shaded side of Kunlun Void. It is a white flower with large, thick leaves and a twisted stem. The leaves have emerald spots resembling eyes, akin to peacock feathers, hence the name Peacock Feather Ephemeral Flower. Its blooming period is extremely short, making it rare and precious. It has a subtle fragrance that brings tranquility when inhaled.
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The Peacock Feather Ephemeral Flower is scarce, and the mountain guardians of Kunlun Void pick it whenever they encounter it. It often blooms at night, appearing briefly before quietly falling. A painter in the capital once witnessed its full bloom, noting that as it neared blossoming, the flower and leaves would extend, with the emerald spots indeed resembling peacock feathers. The flower's brilliance was like sudden moonlight. By the time he returned to paint, the ephemeral flower had already begun to wither.
Author's Note: I ventured to Kunlun Void, climbing for days, my limbs frozen, but found nothing. The mountain guardian said that to pick a Peacock Feather Ephemeral Flower, one must reach the summit and gaze upon it. This ephemeral flower often grows in cliff crevices, making it difficult to harvest. Later, I heard of a painter in Bianjing who had seen the Peacock Feather Ephemeral Flower. Thanks to a friend's introduction, I had a brief conversation with him. During our chat, the painter gifted me a small drawing of the ephemeral flower.
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Emerald Flower
A blue flower with small leaves and long stems, dense foliage, and a flower heart the color of the azure sky. It has a fresh and elegant fragrance, with a sweet taste. This flower grows in Herbal Valley, with strong roots that thrive even in toxic areas of the valley. It can be used medicinally, as its juice can neutralize mild toxins.
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Herbal Valley is filled with Emerald Flowers. As spring arrives, a gentle fragrance fills the air. Numina disciples speak of the Emerald Flower, knowing only that the Numina Grandmaster Tuoba Chong once planted it throughout Herbal Valley, but the reason remains unknown.
Author's Note: Years ago, I heard that the Sylph sect often resides in Herbal Valley, and Sylph disciples love to plant medicinal herbs. Perhaps rare flowers could be found there, so I traveled north from Peachspring Village, gradually entering Herbal Valley. The valley paths were winding, and I was ambushed by a venomous snake, my legs swollen and unbearably itchy. Fortunately, a Numina disciple appeared, picked an Emerald Flower, crushed its juice onto my wound, and the snake venom was somewhat alleviated. Later, a Sylph disciple arrived to treat me. I was deeply grateful for their timely help; without it, my legs might have been lost! I wished to thank my two benefactors, but the Numina disciple had already quietly left... I offered a small gift to the Sylph disciple, only to find ten pieces missing from my sleeve. The Sylph disciple said she saw the Numina disciple take the reward during the treatment.