Chapter 65

At the entrance of the Yanhuang Library, in the Xuan Building, before the ancient book classification, Li Mang suppressed his surprise and did not look at the *Classic of Mountains and Seas* first. Instead, he took out the first volume of the *Yellow Emperor's Inner Canon*.

"Sure enough, the original text of the *Yellow Emperor's Inner Canon* contains a lot of content related to cultivation, especially some stubborn problems in cultivation. Moreover, the essence, qi, and spirit described in the *Yellow Emperor's Inner Canon* have been misunderstood by the contemporary world. The Yanhuang has done a great deal of harm!" Li Mang sighed deeply, but it was just a sigh. He was not particularly interested in medicine, and after reading seriously for a while, he felt a headache.

However, as if driven by fate, Li Mang did not rush to read the *Classic of Mountains and Seas*. Instead, he randomly pulled out the last volume of the *Yellow Emperor's Inner Canon*. When he opened it, the content surprised him. This volume was not about medicine, but a book of *Divine Prescriptions*.

"Divine Prescriptions? Are they medicinal formulas...?" Li Mang's curiosity was piqued. When he flipped through the content, what he saw made his heart race. They were indeed medicinal formulas, but not ordinary ones. They were prescriptions for refining precious medicines and even alchemy.

These prescriptions were not ordinary; they could be considered top-tier formulas in the Yanhuang Academy. They were only kept in the Xuan Building because the earth's spiritual energy was depleted, making it difficult to gather the required herbs, let alone find one. In other words, these prescriptions were already equivalent to waste.

However, these had a different meaning for Li Mang. In the real world, it was impossible to gather these herbs, but the *Classic of Mountains and Seas* space was vast, with countless rare items. Gathering the ingredients for two prescriptions was not a problem, and he was very confident about the *Classic of Mountains and Seas* space.

Li Mang did not know alchemy and could not endure the process. It was not only a technical skill but also required a cauldron. He was not particularly interested. However, refining precious medicines was something he was eager to do. The precious medicine he had consumed at the Ghost Doctor's place was unforgettable, and its powerful effects were even more impressive.

"Light Body Soup: Shusi, Chibi, Qinglei Vine Fruit... Consuming it can make the body light..."

"Xuan Gui Body Strengthening Soup: Xuan Gui, Yangling Ginseng, Wangteng Tender Shoots, Warm Jade, Snake Crown Flower, Yan Fruit... Simmer for two days and two nights to refine a body-strengthening precious medicine, which has the effect of strengthening tendons and bones. The effect depends on the quality of the materials."

There were modern translations below, so Li Mang did not need to struggle to understand. He was both surprised and delighted. Most of the herbs required in the prescriptions were unheard of and unseen by him, but the main ingredient of the Xuan Gui Body Strengthening Soup was Xuan Gui, and the auxiliary ingredient was Yan Fruit, both of which he already had. Gathering the remaining four ingredients was not impossible.

"Yangling Ginseng, Wangteng Tender Shoots, Warm Jade, Snake Crown Flower... I have no idea where to find them!" Li Mang felt a headache. He had never heard of these herbs, let alone where to find them in the *Classic of Mountains and Seas*. At this point, he could only hope that the original *Classic of Mountains and Seas* would have the information.

Thus, he put down the *Yellow Emperor's Inner Canon* and took out the *Classic of Mountains and Seas - Southern First Route*.

"Indeed different!" Li Mang noticed the difference between the published version and the one in his hands as soon as he opened the first page. Although this one was printed by Yanhuang, it was the original text with complete and vivid illustrations, which was why the entire collection had dozens of volumes.

"There are speckled bamboo pheasants on Yaoyao Mountain, living on speckled bamboo grains. They are few in number, and eating them can provide spiritual energy, with a delicious taste."

"Beautiful jade can be found on the banks of the Lijilu River, and there is Warm Jade in the water... Warm Jade can ward off cold and evil, and can be ground into powder for consumption, with the effect of enhancing yang."

"Originally, there is Warm Jade in the Lijilu River, so one less ingredient is needed for the Xuan Gui Body Strengthening Soup!" Li Mang was somewhat excited but continued reading.

"There are Yan Bees on Tangting Mountain, which only collect the nectar of Yan trees. Their honey has the effect of beautifying and extending life, especially the queen bee's honey, which is the most effective."

"There are white apes on Tangting Mountain, with the bloodline of divine monkeys. They are powerful and intelligent but also cruel. Since they only eat Yan Fruit throughout their lives, they can be lured with other fruits to reduce their hostility."

Li Mang's eyes lit up, and he muttered to himself, "Next time I go in, I'll bring them some fruit. If I can bribe them, I won't have to worry so much when passing by."

Although his own strength was not weak, every time he passed through Tangting Mountain and saw those ancient white apes with both fear and ferocity in their eyes, his heart would thump.

"Yuanji Mountain is a yin mountain, so many yin and evil things grow there. Poisonous snakes and belly insects are everywhere, but there is a strange herb called Snake Crown Flower, which has the effect of detoxifying and enhancing the liver's resistance to toxins."

In addition to the text, there was an illustration of the Snake Crown Flower on the side.

"Snake Crown Flower is here!" Li Mang's eyes lit up again. With this, the only ingredients missing for the Xuan Gui Body Strengthening Soup were Yangling Ginseng and Wangteng Tender Shoots.

There was much more information about Yuanji Mountain, including detailed descriptions of various snake species. Li Mang read through them all carefully.

After Yuanji Mountain came Niuyang Mountain, and the content described there surprised Li Mang. The Xuan Gui had the effect of replenishing yang and strengthening the body, and drinking its blood was even more effective... However, Li Mang did not have the appetite. The last time he was entangled by ghostly qi, he was forced to drink a cup of small Xuan Gui's blood, and the fishy taste still made him want to vomit when he thought about it.

Next was the description of Lushu, which made Li Mang feel a chill.

"Lushu is a auspicious beast. Wearing its skin can bring good luck, but eating its meat will bring bad luck."

"This..." Li Mang wanted to say it was absurd. How could a Lushu change a person's fortune? But recalling the strangeness of the *Classic of Mountains and Seas* space, he quickly swallowed his words. This was the original *Classic of Mountains and Seas*, and the recorded content should not be fabricated. At least, Li Mang had already verified the previous parts.

Thinking of this, Li Mang broke out in a cold sweat. If it weren't for the Lushu's timidity and running away first, with his gluttonous nature, he would have certainly killed and cooked the Lushu. Continuous bad luck? Li Mang did not know what that meant, but it was certainly not good.

He continued reading and almost dropped his jaw in surprise, but this time it was pleasant.

"Niuyang Mountain has a strong yang energy, and a Yangling Ginseng grows there. Its leaves are the favorite of Lushu, which they revere as a holy object. If someone tries to destroy it, the timid Lushu will fight back with surprising strength."

"Yangling Ginseng is actually on Niuyang Mountain!" Li Mang's forehead heated up. The Xuan Gui Body Strengthening Soup required six ingredients, and now he had Xuan Gui, Warm Jade, Yan Fruit, Snake Crown Flower, and Yangling Ginseng. Only the Wangteng Tender Shoots were missing. He hoped to find them, otherwise all his efforts would be in vain.

Unfortunately, even after finishing the description of Niuyang Mountain, Li Mang did not find any information about Wangteng Tender Shoots.

After Niuyang Mountain came Zhishan, and after Zhishan came Danyan Mountain, each with its own characteristics. The creatures there were different, but they all had one thing in common: there were no flowers or trees, so he could not find the Wangteng he was looking for.

But just as Li Mang was becoming increasingly disappointed, he finally found the Wangteng in the Jishan after Danyan Mountain.

"Wangteng grows from a cluster of jade, with a body as beautiful as jade. Its tender shoots can be eaten and have the effect of strengthening tendons and bones..."

"Finally, I have all the ingredients for the Xuan Gui Body Strengthening Soup!" Li Mang was overjoyed. As long as he gathered these ingredients, his body would become stronger, which was a great joy.

Although the content he had read seemed little, it was actually half a volume. With Li Mang reading carefully, it took a lot of time. Although he wanted to continue reading, it was already afternoon work time, so he reluctantly put down the *Southern First Route* and left.

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