The hermit appeared quietly not far away, keeping his distance and silently observing Tuan Tuan's actions.
Hearing Tuantuan's mutterings, his astonishment was palpable. This seemingly ordinary little pink ball of light was actually searching for Primordial Purple Qi, the most precious treasure in the world, and the key to advancing to a higher realm!
Seeing the pink ball spinning in place, the hermit couldn't help but smile, and then revealed himself.
"Little one, do you know what you're looking for?"
The hermit approached slowly, his voice tinged with amusement and curiosity, yet also with concern, as he asked.
Although he had transcended worldly affairs, he couldn't help but feel a strange protective instinct towards this little life that was inextricably linked to dreams.
Tuantuan turned her head and was startled to see the hermit suddenly appear beside her. The little pink dumpling started trembling!
After waiting a while and seeing that the other party seemed to have no ill intentions, she relaxed. "Yes, Tuantuan knows that the Primordial Purple Qi is very important for Master's breakthrough, so I must find it."
Tuantuan answered earnestly, the little ball of light flickering slightly, as if expressing a firm determination.
The hermit sighed inwardly, never expecting that this little system spirit would have such a profound sense of responsibility and perseverance.
He pondered for a moment, then made up his mind and decided to lend Tuantuan a hand. "I appreciate your intention. But do you know how much Primordial Purple Qi there is? How much of it is unclaimed?"
Tuantuan swayed and said, "Hmm? Isn't there seven strands of Primordial Purple Qi? Then six strands were used, leaving one strand, right?"
Upon hearing this, the hermit shook his head and said, "Who told you that there are only seven strands of Primordial Purple Qi?" Seeing Tuan Tuan's confused expression, he chuckled and continued.
"There are 49 strands of Primordial Purple Qi in total. Of these, 39 have been clearly claimed by their owners, while the remaining 10 are hidden in the primordial land and have yet to be found by anyone."
Upon hearing this, Tuantuan's eyes lit up, her excitement overflowing. "Wow! So much? Then, Hermit, do you know where the Primordial Purple Qi is?"
Upon hearing this, the hermit's eyes flashed with admiration: "Your master must be an extraordinary person, for someone like you is willing to put in such effort."
However, the Primordial Purple Qi is extraordinary; even in this primordial world, it's a once-in-a-millennium occurrence. Are you sure your information is accurate?
Tuantuan nodded firmly: "Tuantuan's system ability is not wrong. Although what we just found was not the Primordial Purple Qi, there are indeed traces of its aura here, proving that it once existed."
The hermit pondered for a moment, then slowly said, "Little ball of light, perhaps I can lend you a hand. I have traveled through this primordial world for many years and have some knowledge of certain hidden places."
If you are willing to trust me, we can search for the true Primordial Purple Qi together.
Upon hearing this, a hint of joy flashed in Tuantuan's eyes, but she then hesitated, saying, "Tuantuan is very grateful, but...Tuantuan can't trust strangers easily."
The hermit nodded understandingly and took out a small jade slip from his sleeve: "This is my token, containing a divine imprint of my mind. If you are willing, you can accept it first, and then make a decision after confirming my sincerity."
Besides, I have a past with Xiaomeng; if she were still alive, she would definitely approve of me.
Tuantuan carefully examined the jade slip, sensing the gentle and pure aura emanating from it. It seemed to be related to the former master mentioned by Master Meng, and her guard gradually lowered.
It carefully took the jade slip and said softly, "You know Lord Meng?"
Upon hearing this, the hermit nodded and smiled gently, saying, "I know him, we're quite familiar."
She simply left him without a word for tens of thousands of years, and he searched for her for tens of thousands of years. But today, how could he not be excited if he were to wait for her message again?
Tuantuan looked at the hermit, then shook it and said, "Then I believe you. Can you take me to find the Primordial Purple Qi?"
The hermit nodded, his eyes gleaming with confidence and determination. He knew the journey might be difficult, but as long as there was a glimmer of hope, he would give it his all.
"Of course, I will take you to find it. However, the Primordial Purple Qi is a treasure of heaven and earth. Even I dare not say that it can be found easily. But if we join forces, our chances will greatly increase."
As the hermit finished speaking, he transformed into a wisp of green smoke, effortlessly carrying Tuantuan as they traversed the forest, heading straight for those legendary mysterious places where the Primordial Purple Qi might be hidden.
They first arrived at an ancient forbidden area, which is said to be the place where Pangu separated heaven and earth, and where the primordial energy remains.
With his profound cultivation, the hermit broke through the layers of restrictions, while Tuantuan used her keen senses to search for traces of primordial purple energy in the chaotic remnants.
After a search, although no Primordial Purple Qi was found directly, Tuan Tuan's senses were significantly enhanced in the process, and it seemed to have become more sensitive to Primordial Purple Qi.
Subsequently, they explored many legendary blessed lands, such as Penglai Wonderland and Kunlun Holy Land, and even ventured into some dangerous forbidden areas, such as the Nine Netherworld and the Abyss of Blazing Fire.
Every exploration is filled with unknowns and dangers, but the trust and tacit understanding between Tuantuan and the Hermit are constantly deepening.
Finally, during a deep exploration of a mysterious realm known as the "Void Land," Tuantuan sensed a strong fluctuation of primordial purple energy. This place was considered a forbidden zone even by powerful beings of the primordial era; space was distorted, time was disordered, and ordinary people could hardly venture there.
But the hermit, with his profound understanding of this land, led the group through the void, and finally found the wisp of primordial purple energy they had been searching for beside a seemingly endless vortex of void.
This primordial purple aura was pure and flawless, as if it contained the primordial power of the beginning of heaven and earth. It floated there quietly, as if waiting for the destined one to arrive.
The balls excitedly swirled around the Primordial Purple Qi, their light flashing as if they were cheering and celebrating.
The hermit smiled to himself, a sense of satisfaction filling his heart. He knew that this was not only a victory for Tuantuan, but also a continuation of his past with Meng.
"Tuantuan, you've succeeded! Quickly take it back to your master. This will be a new beginning for you both," the hermit encouraged.
Tuantuan looked at the hermit with gratitude, her pink light filled with warmth. "Thank you, Mr. Hermit, Tuantuan will never forget your help."
Then, Tuantuan carefully enveloped the Primordial Purple Qi in her own light, preparing to set off to return.
However, Tuantuan suddenly seemed to remember something, and it took out Master Meng's hairpin and handed it to the hermit.
Tuan Tuan: "Hey, Mr. Hermit, this is for you. It was given to me by Master Meng."
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