To craft something on the Glacier Lotus Root, ordinary blades wouldn't suffice.
However, Yan Shouyi possessed the Glacier Lotus Seed, which shared the same energy as the Glacier Lotus Root. Any weapon refined by it was bound to inflict damage upon the Glacier Lotus Root.
Since the Glacier Lotus Seed was destined to be used for refining the Zanpakuto anyway, Yan Shouyi didn't hesitate. He directly took out the true form of his Zanpakuto and placed it before him.
The blade of the Zanpakuto was pitch black, with only the Six-Syllable Mantra left by the Chan Master Miaoji on the blade, emitting golden Buddha light.
Yet, under the backdrop of the golden Buddha light, the Zanpakuto appeared even more sharp and menacing, giving off a feeling akin to the demon monk Ashura.
Yan Shouyi then took out the Glacier Lotus Seed and crushed it.
The gemstone-like Glacier Lotus Seed was not as hard as a gem. It resembled a quail egg; after being crushed, its crystal-clear juice naturally dripped onto the Zanpakuto.
That drop of lotus juice quickly spread across the Zanpakuto's blade, growing wildly like a painter creating a masterpiece on the Zanpakuto.
The patterns spread across the entire blade like a tree with countless branches. By the time Yan Shouyi came back to his senses, the Zanpakuto's black body was covered in translucent blue patterns that emitted a breathing-like light.
Traces of cold air emanated from the Zanpakuto's edge.
Yan Shouyi grasped the hilt and swung it casually. The overflowing cold air left the trace of his swing in mid-air, a breathtaking spectacle.
At this moment, Daoist Jin Bi's voice came from behind the screen:
"Hiss… Why is it suddenly so cold? Could some young friend do this old daoist a favor and bring me another blanket…"
Daoist Jin Bi was currently weak and highly sensitive to temperature changes. Hearing his voice, Yan Shouyi felt a pang of guilt.
However, this also demonstrated the power of the refined Zanpakuto. Simply placing it there had lowered the surrounding temperature by several degrees.
Regarding the power of the refined Zanpakuto, Yan Shouyi had not yet had the chance to test it.
Currently, the most important thing for him was to create the Wooden Puppet Dharma Body!
Although the Zanpakuto was not as precise as a carving knife, Yan Shouyi's swordsmanship was exquisite, and his control was immense. As long as he willed it, the Zanpakuto could achieve the same results as a carving knife.
He attempted to cut the Glacier Lotus Root with the Zanpakuto.
Shriiiiik—
The blade fell, and the root was cut, still connected by fine threads.
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Yan Shouyi rejoiced inwardly, and a strange thought popped into his mind: What would happen if I boiled and ate this Glacier Lotus Root?
Would it cause stomach coldness?
Despite the thought, Yan Shouyi could not bear to eat such a treasure, nor would he undertake such a foolish experiment.
He cast aside the chaotic thoughts and devoted himself entirely to the process of creating the Wooden Puppet Dharma Body.
...
At the same time, in the Folk Research Society of Rongcheng.
Wang Jiwang was reviewing the files of newly joined members.
In the past few days, the Folk Research Society had welcomed many new members, its strength growing significantly. However, this growth was also accompanied by various troublesome issues.
The inheritors of folk sects who chose to join the Folk Research Society did not arrive with clean slates. Most of them turned to the society out of desperation, and upon joining, they brought numerous problems.
If the issues were related to debt, they were easily resolved, as the Lin family's treasury served as the society's most solid backing.
However, if personal grudges were involved, especially those with disciples from prestigious sects, it became troublesome.
Wang Jiwang had to make individual phone calls to the representatives of those prestigious sects, resolving conflicts one by one using Yan Shouyi's influence.
Yet, even so, some were ungrateful. Not only did they refuse to cease hostilities, but they also severely berated Wang Jiwang.
"Sigh!"
Wang Jiwang put down the files, unable to resist rubbing his temples. He felt that he had been overworking himself lately, causing his physique to go out of shape.
At this moment, he suddenly missed his brother, Wang Zhelai.
Previously, to ensure Wang Zhelai's safety, he had kept him at Longhu Mountain. Now that they had established their own forces, it was time to consider bringing Wang Zhelai back.
Just then, Agong entered the office with a worried expression and said to Wang Jiwang:
"Old Wang, I can't get in touch with Brother Yan and Ye Tianyuan."
"Perhaps the signal on Mount Emei is not very good," Wang Jiwang said, not too concerned.
However, Agong felt that the matter was not that simple. Just as he was about to say more, Luo Ning kicked open the door and walked in without a word.
Wang Jiwang and Agong were both startled and chided him reproachfully, "Luo Ning, you must knock before entering…"
"Alright, what are you two grown men doing in the room that you're afraid of being overheard?" Luo Ning had no time for pleasantries and said directly, "Something big has happened."
Following closely behind Luo Ning were other elder members of the Folk Research Society, including Zhao Yiyao, He Xiping, the Ma siblings, and Zhuge Lian, who was concerned about her socially anxious brother.
"What is it?" Wang Jiwang had a bad premonition.
Luo Ning walked to Wang Jiwang's desk, pushed him aside, and quickly operated Wang Jiwang's computer, logging into the [Folk Research Forum].
At this very moment, a bright red post was at the top of the forum, titled [Explosive! Folk Research Society President, Lu Ban's Descendant Yan Shouyi, Masterminded the Emei Sect Annihilation Case. After the Matter Was Exposed, He Also Pursued Disciples from the Dianyi Sect and Qingcheng Sect Who Came to Reinforce! With Pictures and Videos!].
"What is this nonsense? Another blackmailer trying to smear Old Yan?" Wang Jiwang was furious and was about to manually delete the post.
Yan Shouyi's fame was accompanied by numerous doubts. Many envious individuals began to smear Yan Shouyi from various angles.
It was one thing to question Yan Shouyi's strength, character, and talent.
There were even rumors that he didn't actually like women, with fabricated "evidence" of Yan Shouyi being gay.
On an unknown small forum, a skilled writer had even penned fanfiction about Yan Shouyi and Long Feicheng!
Wang Jiwang strongly condemned such behavior and, on the side, saved the short article, intending to ridicule them properly once Yan Shouyi and the others returned...
"Don't rush, take a look at the post's content first!" Luo Ning said.
Wang Jiwang followed his advice and clicked on the post. Upon opening it, he saw several pictures inside, showing photos of Yan Shouyi pursuing disciples of the Dianyi Sect near the Wash Elephant Pond on Mount Emei!
At the end of the post, a video was also included.
Yan Shouyi pursued Huang Qingcang, the sect leader of the Dianyi Sect, eventually cornering them, forcing them to decisively jump off the cliff.
The filming distance was far, and the conversation between Yan Shouyi and Huang Qingcang could not be heard. However, judging from the footage, there was no other explanation for Yan Shouyi's pursuit of Huang Qingcang.
"What's going on?!" Wang Jiwang's face changed drastically. He took out his phone, intending to contact Yan Shouyi.
Agong shook his head. "I've already made over a dozen calls, and no one answered."
Wang Jiwang silently put down his phone, but his phone rang on its own.
He glanced at it and said in a deep voice, "It's from the Celestial Master's Mansion on Longhu Mountain."