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Chapter 927: The Competition Between the Former and the Current
Chapter 927: The Competition Between the Former and the Current
Inside the shop, a faint, transparent ripple appeared in the air, and a treasure light shot out from the center of the ripple.
Soon after, a strangely shaped three-foot-tall little man appeared before everyone's eyes.
The little man had a pointed head, and his body became increasingly round towards the bottom. At first glance, he resembled a delicate pagoda.
"Junior Jian Huanzhen greets Elder Xuanhuang."
A stern look flashed in Jian Huanzhen's eyes.
As the Sword Master of Dongxuan Sword Sect and a cultivator at the late Yuan Ying stage, he had extensive knowledge and immediately recognized the origin of the pagoda-like little man.
It was none other than the founder of Hailou Commerce, the spirit of an extremely rare high-level spatial magical treasure, with an extremely mysterious origin.
Although its strength was not as formidable as a transformed god, dealing with someone at the late Yuan Ying stage like Jian Huanzhen was effortless.
Of course, Jian Huanzhen also had some trump cards up his sleeve, so ensuring his own safety was not a problem.
"So it's the brat from Dongxuan Sword Sect. Why have you come all the way to Yunxu Domain to snatch my commerce's guest advisor?"
The little spirit walked with a swaying motion and stood in front of Lu Xuan, shielding him behind his back. His voice was aged and full of authority.
"Elder Xuanhuang, Lu Xuan is originally from a branch of our Dongxuan Sword Sect. He is now returning to the main sect." Jian Huanzhen explained, his back straight and proud, twin swords at his back emitting a chilling light, from which two silver-white dragon-like creatures slowly emerged.
"I don't care about that. Lu Xuan is currently a guest advisor of my Hailou Commerce, and he will continue to be so. No one can take him away!" The little spirit tossed his pointed head back, exuding an air of dominance.
"Elder Xuanhuang, although your strength surpasses mine, we must still abide by the principles of reason," Jian Huanzhen said calmly, unafraid. Hailou Commerce was only the second-largest force in the Liuyang Realm, but Dongxuan Sword Sect was a top-tier existence even among the myriad realms. Naturally, he was not afraid of a high-level magic treasure spirit.
"The fact that I'm stronger than you is the principle itself. When you get your transformed elders here, I'll discuss other principles with them," the little spirit said arrogantly.
Even before Lu Xuan had formed his Golden Core, he had witnessed Lu Xuan's astonishing prowess in spirit herbs, so he went against everyone's opinions and chose Lu Xuan to be the chamber's guest advisor.
As it turned out, his vision was correct.
Over the past few decades, Lu Xuan had resolved numerous issues involving spirit herbs and beasts for the chamber, and he had also cultivated many rare spirit herbs, creating invaluable value.
He even had a Nine True Spirit Leaf that could bear spirit fruit in Lu Xuan's possession!
There was no way he was going to let Dongxuan Sword Sect take Lu Xuan away.
"I won't argue with you, Senior. Let's hear Lu Xuan's opinion instead," Jian Huanzhen said, seeing how unreasonable the little spirit was being. He shifted the problem to Lu Xuan.
Having cultivated in Tianjian Sect for many years and formed numerous karmic ties, and with Dongxuan Sword Sect's strength far surpassing that of Hailou Commerce, Jian Huanzhen believed that Lu Xuan would make the right choice.
Lu Xuan, caught in the middle between the two, wore a troubled expression.
He was full of gratitude for Dongxuan Sword Sect.
The years he spent in Tianjian Sect were the most beautiful time in his cultivation journey. Under the sect's protection, he had obtained a large number of rare spirit seeds and also made many like-minded friends.
One could say that without Tianjian Sect, there would be no him today.
And now, with the abundant rewards from the high-level sword grass and the improved sword grass sword gourd created with his special ability, if he were to return to Dongxuan Sword Sect, he would surely thrive and receive great importance.
He would also have the opportunity to obtain more high-level sword grass spirit seeds and the absolute protection of this super-large sect.
However, with gain comes loss, and he would definitely not have the same freedom as he did now.
At the same time, cultivating spirit herbs would not be as convenient.
Whether it was the incomplete cave heaven, the various high-level spirit herbs in his possession, or the evil spirit herbs in the Fengyuan Star Cave, none of them could be easily presented.
"I am grateful to the Chamber of Commerce as well," Lu Xuan thought to himself.
Although the two parties had a cooperative relationship, they had gotten along well for many years, and the Chamber had always been accommodating to his requests, doing their best to procure any spirit herbs or treasures he needed.
Even after he had broken through to the late Golden Core stage, Elder Qi Ling had kept his promise and handed over the incomplete cave heaven for Lu Xuan to manage, allowing him to cultivate the Nine True Spirit Leaf.
Comparing the two, it was like choosing between a former and a current lover, each with their own appeal, leaving Lu Xuan in a difficult position.
"Only a child would have to choose," Lu Xuan thought defiantly. "I want it all."
With a determined look on his face, he cautiously asked Jian Huanzhen, "Senior Jian Huanzhen, I have received much care from Tianjian Sect over the years, and I do have the intention to return to the main sect."
"However, after so many years of freedom, I'm afraid I may not be able to adapt to a constrained life. I don't know how much freedom I will have if I return to Dongxuan Sword Sect."
"Lu Xuan, do you wish to be unconstrained?" Jian Huanzhen asked, his eyes narrowing slightly.
"That shouldn't be a problem," he continued after a moment's thought. "The Jin Dan stage cultivators in the Sword Sect have a fair amount of freedom, and it's not uncommon for them to travel and explore. Moreover, with your extraordinary talent, you will certainly be given leeway."
"With your mastery of the Huanzhen Sword Liquid, you will be welcomed by countless fellow disciples."
"Having a stable supply of sword talismans will grant you unimpeded access within the Sword Sect."
"If you add to that the Fourth-Rank Little Dongxuan Sword Gourd and the method to condense the seeds of the Thousand Thunder Sword Grass, the Sword Sect will be able to guarantee your safety for life."
Jian Huanzhen said this matter-of-factly, his tone reflecting the absolute confidence he had in the Dongxuan Sword Sect.
"May I ask if there is a way to have the best of both worlds, allowing me to retain my position as a guest advisor for the Chamber of Commerce?" Lu Xuan asked boldly.
"You are being a bit greedy, Lu Xuan," Jian Huanzhen sighed softly.
Just as Lu Xuan felt a twinge of disappointment, Jian Huanzhen continued, his tone shifting. "But who can blame a genius like you, proficient in spirit planting, spirit brewing, and talisman crafting? Such talent always deserves special treatment."
"You may retain your position as a guest advisor for the Hailou Chamber of Commerce, and you will also be free to come and go from the Sword Sect."
"However, there are a few conditions," Jian Huanzhen added.
"First, the Sword Sect must take priority. Your role as a guest advisor, or any other commitments, must take a back seat."
"Secondly, you must not disclose any information related to the Sword Sect, be it cultivation techniques, supernatural abilities, or sword manuals, to outsiders."
"Lastly, if you insist on retaining your position with the Hailou Chamber of Commerce, you will likely not have access to the Sword Sect's most core secrets."
"Do you have any objections to these three conditions?" Jian Huanzhen asked, his voice steady and serious.
"None at all," Lu Xuan replied after a moment's thought, nodding his head.
The first two conditions were reasonable, and as for the last condition, he had never really cared about accessing the Sword Sect's deepest secrets.
Moreover, with the existence of the all-powerful light sphere, those so-called core secrets might not even be secrets to him.
"Very well," Jian Huanzhen said, "Even if you don't have access to the most core secrets, with your abilities, it is only natural that you will be valued by everyone in the Sword Sect."
"Oh, right, there is one more condition," Jian Huanzhen added, his tone softening slightly.
"Please speak, Senior," Lu Xuan said.
"After you return to the Sword Sect, you must join my Jian Huanzhen Peak."
"This way, I will bear the brunt of any pressure that comes with you retaining your position as a guest advisor."
Jian Huanzhen said this with a straight face, as if it were the most natural thing in the world.
(End of Chapter)
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