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Chapter 206: The Local Gangs Have No Manners!
Chapter 206: The Local Gangs Have No Manners!
"I possess a cultivation technique everyone here already knows about", Treasure-Child announced proudly on the stage, his chest puffed out. "It's called the Ten-Thousand Treasures River - a method that combines multiple artifacts to create stronger ones."
"Three mid-grade Spiritual Treasures can be fused into one high-grade Spiritual Treasure. Nine low-grade Spiritual Treasures create one mid-grade. And eighteen high-grade Spiritual Treasures can even forge one mid-grade Spiritual Treasure! Put simply, if you have five hundred high-grade artifacts, you could refine a top-tier Spiritual Treasure!"
"The more artifacts involved", he grinned, "the greater the power of the Ten-Thousand Treasures River!"
A wave of murmurs swept through the crowd.
"Old Multitreasure", an elder scoffed, "are you actually revealing your sect's ultimate technique? Be honest - are you planning to make a quick profit and disappear?"
"Can we even trust this method?"
"Isn't this just a scam?"
Several Foundation-Forming experts voiced their doubts directly. Treasure-Child, however, remained completely calm. Smiling, he replied, "If I'm willing to trade, I must have confidence."
"In truth", he paused, lowering his voice, "I seek a fragment of Terrestrial Sha essence."
The skepticism vanished instantly.
While the Ten-Thousand Treasures River was valuable, it paled compared to the legendary Terrestrial Sha essence - a substance directly connected to one's spiritual path.
"We don't have Celestial Vanguard or Terrestrial Sha essence to trade", someone pointed out.
"Those require immense fortune to encounter and profound cultivation to obtain. How could anyone offer them for exchange? Have you lost your mind, Treasure-Child?"
Shaking his head, Treasure-Child clarified, "I already know where to find the Terrestrial Sha fragment. But the location is extremely dangerous - I need one protective Spiritual Treasure that avoids calamity and another suited for combat."
"You want to exchange for two high-grade Spiritual Treasures?" a voice challenged.
"Not necessarily", he countered. "If one Spiritual Treasure already contains both required divine essences, that would work too."
"Preposterous!"
The Foundation-Forming experts spread their divine consciousnesses, their rising auras threatening to disrupt the cave's suppression formations.
Remain unfazed, Treasure-Child declared, "This is my ultimate technique - do you think I'd risk revealing it without reason? Even when Holy Sect experts robbed me before, I protected this secret with my life."
"Thus, the price must match its worth. Of course", he added slyly, "if someone offers the right Spiritual Treasure, I might sweeten the deal."
With a flourish, he summoned a swirling yellow mist that made everyone recoil.
"Earth Vein Qi!" someone gasped. "Where did you get that?"
"Stay away! If I accidentally shatter it..."
The crowd scattered. For Foundation-Forming experts, Earth Vein Qi was like toxic waste - anyone caught near it risked Heavenly Punishment reducing their lifespan.
But Lv Yang's eyes narrowed thoughtfully.
Earth Vein Qi... resonated with me.
He'd once created one using Celestial Corpse Miasma, though it was consumed stopping a Blood Demon expert. Now, this Qi strangely resembled the one he'd used before. Combined with his recently cultivated Imperial Mountain-Moving Technique, its power could be devastating.
"This Earth Vein Qi serves perfectly as both weapon and shield", Treasure-Child explained. "When Holy Sect experts attacked me before, this alone prevented my death."
Realization dawned - like carrying filth to ward off enemies. Perfect protection before battle. Some experts hesitated, but lacking suitable Spiritual Treasures, they could only watch.
Meanwhile, Lv Yang studied Treasure-Child. This transaction seemed suspicious.
"He's trading his ultimate technique and survival tool for combat-focused Spiritual Treasures? Practically inviting ambushes afterward", he mused. "Is this a trap?"
But who could he be targeting? Only one Holy Sect expert should be present...
Suddenly, Lv Yang sent a private divine transmission: "I have what you seek, but not quite enough."
"Oh?" Treasure-Child's eyes lit up, keeping his face neutral. "This is already my lowest offer."
"I also want a completed Ten-Thousand Treasures River technique."
"A bold request!" Treasure-Child hesitated. "But... I'll add 162 high-grade artifacts to complete one mid-grade Spiritual Treasure. This truly is my last reserve."
Lv Yang's suspicions deepened. This 'bargain' reeked of entrapment.
Producing the Avici Sword, he offered, "This Spiritual Treasure contains both Soul Reaper and Tread Peril essences - perfect for your needs. Try forging a connection."
"A spirit sword?" Treasure-Child's face brightened as he examined it. "Excellent craftsmanship!"
"Deal?" Lv Yang smiled.
"Deal!"
After several more unremarkable trades, the Dragon-Hooking Elder reappeared to end the auction.
As the last Foundation-Forming experts departed, the Elder asked, "Confirmed?"
Treasure-Child nodded. "Only a Holy Sect expert could casually offer such a treasure."
"Careless?" The Elder shook his head. "Holy Sect's known for ruthless sect policies. He probably left to gather reinforcements. Expect a counterattack soon."
"Let them come", Treasure-Child sneered. "I already detected Han Xiang's fox stench through my Divine-Sniffing Hound. Who knew she'd bring an outsider to our mountain?"
"Sighing, the Elder admitted, 'We meant to trap Jiangbei cultivators, but hooked a much bigger fish.'"
"Big fish fetch bigger rewards!" Treasure-Child's eyes turned sharp. "Summon Dao Court reinforcements. I'll intercept him now - we can't let this Holy Sect dog escape!"
"Not even waiting?" The Elder hesitated.
Treasure-Child's face darkened. "The longer we delay, the more opportunities for failure. I'm leaving first!"
(End of Chapter)
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