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Chapter 569: Yin Water and the Auction in the Thousand Islands Archipelago
Chapter 569: Yin Water and the Auction in the Thousand Islands Archipelago
'Pffft!'
Saltwater gushed out of Su Ping's mouth as he finally emerged from the ocean, gazing up at the blue sky above.
Little Flame's devouring abilities had subsided, and there was no need for him to linger any longer within the underwater volcano.
However, he wasn't in a hurry to leave. Instead, he decided to linger in this vast ocean for a while.
Meng Yao had mentioned more than once that Su Ping's Heart of All Spirits lacked sufficient water-type companion beasts.
This Stingray Sage had contributed so much to the Heart of All Spirits during this time, with its modifications and other efforts. Su Ping decided to capture some water-type companion beasts and bring them back. After the Rainbow Dragon evolved, he would have time to see if any were suitable for cultivation.
Additionally, he considered the breeding of Inclusive Sea. When the time came for experimentation, these companion beasts would also be useful.
From the dark and gloomy dawn, Su Ping spent time capturing beasts until the sun was high in the sky.
This was the first time Su Ping truly appreciated the usefulness of his ability to walk underwater.
Not only could he move freely, but his companion beasts could also be empowered to have better mobility and combat capabilities in such conditions.
Indeed, it was incredibly handy.
Jia Ji paid no heed to Su Ping's exuberant behavior, instead turning away with a dismissive gesture.
Before, at the Heart of All Spirits, what had he said?
Could he really return within three days this time? He had also mentioned having many matters to attend to at home.
But now, after arriving in the Endless Ocean, he was the one leisurely swimming in the sea, showing no urgency to return.
However, Su Ping wasn't in a rush, so Jia Ji naturally didn't feel the need to hurry back either.
Just as Su Ping was reveling in the joy of capturing beasts, a sudden change occurred. Jia Ji, who had been blending into the seawater, and Su Ping both turned their attention to something in the distance.
An enormous vessel approached rapidly from not too far away.
Its speed wasn't exceptionally fast, but on the ship's bow stood two figures.
These two figures seemed surprised to find a Beastmaster of Imperial Rank, dressed in nothing but shorts and a vest, leisurely fishing in the vast ocean at such an isolated and eerie location.
As a result, their conversation wasn't shielded by mental power.
The Thousand Islands Archipelago was a rather unique place.
Historically, numerous small Beastmaster nations had emerged here.
Various civilizations had also risen and fallen.
For instance, the so-called Elephant Kingdom, which Su Ping had learned about before, was one of them.
However, these Beastmaster nations rarely achieved true unification.
Jia Ji: "Ah Ming, is the news about Crystal Island's auction really confirmed? Why is the auction being held a few days earlier?"
Ah Ming: "Yes, I heard it's because of the Golden Guild from the Dragon Kingdom. That Shen Qiu guy is here again, and he's brought a new and powerful company from the Dragon Kingdom. Their products are said to be excellent! It's called the Cloud Plains Company, I believe."
Jia Ji: "Hmph, what good are the Dragon Kingdom's products to us? We won't get the lion's share anyway. But I heard that this time, Governor Merk of the western islands in the Thousand Islands Archipelago is hosting this auction early to welcome the Golden Guild members from the Dragon Kingdom! There will be many rare treasures!"
Ah Ming: "Yes, I heard that many prominent figures from the Thousand Islands Archipelago will be there, including the governors of various departments!"
Jia Ji: "Such important figures are far beyond our reach. But this auction is said to feature Saint Spirit Rank resources, right?"
Ah Ming: "Yes, according to the information Sada secretly revealed, there's supposed to be Yin Water, a top-tier Saint Spirit Rank water element evolution resource, at this auction!"
Jia Ji: "Yin Water? Wow, that's the most commonly used resource for the evolution of Saint Spirit Rank water element spirits like the Yin Water Spirit in vivid detail, emphasizing its rarity and value.
Ah Ming: "Brother Zhi Xiong, you don't know the whole story. These aren't just Governor Merk's possessions. The other governors of the Thousand Islands Archipelago are also here, and they've brought some valuable items to entertain the guests from the Dragon Kingdom!"
Jia Ji: "Oh?"
This Golden Guild, it seems, is just a league formed by some merchants within the Dragon Kingdom, right? I heard that the highest rank is only at the Imperial Beastmaster level."
"It is said that the Golden Guild member who came this time has a significant background in the Dragon Kingdom. Not only does he have the backing of a Saint Spirit-ranked family, but the origins of the Pingyun Corporation are also quite extraordinary."
"How so?"
"I don't know about that..."
"But this time, the timing of the auction is a bit rushed!"
"There's no other way, is there? How can we predict the thoughts of such important figures?"
"..."
The large ship drifted across the sea, and the two Beastmasters at the Monarch-level peak naturally didn't notice that beneath the surface, a spiritual force had eavesdropped on their entire conversation.
Su Ping's eyebrows furrowed slightly, while the Jia Ji beside him suddenly became spirited:
"Su Ping, what the Dragon Kingdom said is true. After searching high and low, the answer is right in front of us! As for the Yin Water, I was still wondering where to find it, but now it has come to us on its own, haha!"
Indeed, among the methods Su Ping used to separate Jia Ji's split body from her main body, Yin Water was one of the required resources.
With it delivered right to his doorstep, he naturally had no reason to let this opportunity pass.
However, had Dong Muchun also come to the Thousand Islands Archipelago? And with the Golden Guild? Of course, Dong Muchun's actions were primarily discussed with the Mad Saint, and Su Ping often didn't bother with them.
But he hadn't expected these ladies to quietly arrive at this remote place without a sound.
With this thought, Su Ping turned to Jia Ji:
"Senior, where is the Crystal Island?"
Jia Ji shrugged:
"How would I, the main body, know the names of human countries? However, if we want to go there, can't we just follow those guys ahead of us?"
...
Crystal Island.
Here, in the western island cluster of the Thousand Islands Archipelago, was the largest island.
Its area was as large as half a province in the Dragon Kingdom.
At the same time, among the hundreds and thousands of islands in the west where humans lived, it was the most central one and the central island of the western region of the Thousand Islands Archipelago.
The ruler of this place, known as the Governor, was one of the true kings of this vast sea and a Saint Spirit-ranked Beastmaster of the Thousand Islands Archipelago.
Today, on this largest western island, it was unusually bustling.
In this city built along the port, with colorful lanterns and banners, boats were rapidly sailing towards it from the boundless ocean.
Clearly, something significant was happening here.
Indeed, it was so.
In the center of Crystal Island, within several luxurious villas, a group of people sat around a waterfall tea table.
In front of the estate, they chatted while enjoying their afternoon tea.
Undoubtedly, the most eye-catching among them were a man and a woman.
Dong Muchun smiled at the obviously mixed-race man with brown hair.
The latter also looked at the Dragon Kingdom woman with great enthusiasm:
"Respected Ms. Dong, I never expected you to be so young! At such a young age, you've managed to bring Pingyun Corporation to this level in less than two years.
Just as Mr. Shen said, you are a once-in-a-millennium commercial genius!"
Dong Muchun quickly waved her hand:
"Mr. Merk is too kind. The achievements of Pingyun Corporation today are mainly thanks to Breeder Su!
It's also because of the excellent quality of Pingyun Corporation's products that I want to uphold Breeder Su's philosophy.
I want to promote these medicines, which greatly benefit Beastmasters and their pets, to the Thousand Islands Archipelago!
At the same time, let the Thousand Islands Archipelago, especially the western island cluster, maintain a stable relationship with the Dragon Kingdom!"
"Hahaha, Ms. Dong is too modest. But I've also heard of Breeder Su's great reputation!"
The brown-haired man named Merk quickly replied:
"Only a place like the Dragon Kingdom, blessed with talented people and a bountiful land, could produce a genius like Breeder Su! It's our fortune that the Beastmasters and pets of the Thousand Islands Archipelago can enjoy the fruits of Breeder Su's labor, hahaha.
"
Such blatant flattery did not cause any discomfort among the audience. Even some of the Golden Guild members from the Dragon Nation who had accompanied him nodded in agreement, including the chairman of the Shanhe Group, a prominent figure whose influence could cause earthquakes in several provinces of the Central Plains.
Shen Qiu nodded, "Su Ping's abilities are undoubtedly exceptional, even the Saint Dragon Lord values him greatly, and his future prospects are limitless. However, such a prominent figure is already somewhat distant from us now. Merk, what good things are there at this auction?"
Merk clicked his tongue, "Come on, are you trying to pull one over on me? Tell me, what good stuff have you guys got this time? Otherwise, I'll be taking Miss Dong back home!"
"Haha, hold on, haven't we already released the Saint Spirit-level material resources?" Merk shook his head, seemingly exasperated by his old friend's impatience.
"How could the annual auction of the Thousand Islands Nation only have Saint Spirit-level resources?" Shen Qiu was clearly very familiar with this chaotic Beastmaster territory on Blue Star.
Merk laughed, "That's true, but this time, there really is a good item up for auction!"
"Oh?"
Merk pretended to be mysterious and said with a smile, "This is one of the latest research results from the Eagle Nation, and it's also the newest research achievement in technology and mechanical companion beasts! It's an unprecedented set of blueprints for a mechanical companion beast, and although it's just a concept, its value is extremely high!"
Upon hearing this, Shen Qiu's eyes lit up, and so did Dong Muchun's.
Mechanical companion beast research was always worth paying attention to, especially when it came from the Eagle Nation, the leading nation in mechanical beast taming.
After hearing this, Shen Qiu thought for a moment and turned to Dong Muchun, smiling as he said, "Previously, I heard you mention that Su Ping's Proud Dragon seemed to have been damaged and is currently under repair, right?"
Dong Muchun's heart stirred. She had indeed mentioned this to these people.
However, the news that the Proud Dragon, stored on the mountain by Su Ping, had been damaged due to the appearance of the Mystic Realm, and was now undergoing repairs, was not a well-kept secret. It was not difficult to find out.
Seeing Dong Muchun nod, Shen Qiu patted his chest and said, "In that case, Su Ping has made so many outstanding contributions to the Dragon Nation. As a part of the Dragon Nation, our Shanhe Group should also help Su Ping with whatever small tasks we can.
Although I don't know if the auction item Merk mentioned can help Su Ping, our Shanhe Group and the colleagues from the Golden Guild will definitely do our best to help you secure this item!
If we can help Su Ping in any way, it will be our honor!"
Dong Muchun's heart raced with excitement, and she nodded in agreement, but then shook her head helplessly, "Since that's the case, thank you, Shen Dong. Su Ping also complained to me that the interior of the Proud Dragon is extremely unique, and even the Mechanic Engineers Association within our Dragon Nation would find it challenging to repair it without any issues.
Moreover, Su Ping has mentioned more than once that the current capabilities of the Proud Dragon are insufficient, and its speed and combat abilities are no longer suitable for him.
If we can obtain more advanced knowledge and technology for mechanical companion beast cultivation, that would be fantastic! If possible, I will express my gratitude to Shen Dong and the colleagues from the Golden Guild in front of Su Ping!"
Shen Qiu's eyes flashed with a meaningful light, but he quickly narrowed them into a smile, like a cunning old fox behind his gold-rimmed glasses, and nodded, "That's good, that's good."
(End of Chapter)
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