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第两千一百一十六章 意外遇故人

The ancient demon's voice had barely faded when the expression of every cultivator below turned hot with interest. A third of their power at the Spirit Diversion Initial Stage meant what?

Even though the effect was only for half a joss stick, it was enough to kill several Core Profound cultivators.

If one could obtain this treasure, it would be like having a life-saving talisman.

Plick!

The sound of someone swallowing saliva entered his ears. The cultivators present were greatly intrigued but knew that an ancient demon lord wouldn't simply offer such a treasure for nothing.

The conditions for the exchange must be extremely harsh.

Everyone watched eagerly.

"This Zombie Talisman's value is clear to me, Fellow Daoists in attendance. If anyone can produce a small bottle of Nine Profound Heaven Water, this talisman will belong to them."

"What is Nine Profound Heaven Water?"

Lin Xuan had extensive experience but his previous realm was so impoverished compared to the Dragon Scale Realm that he hadn't heard of such a thing before.

Below, however, erupted in a roar: "Nine Profound Heaven Water, isn't it a special treasure from the Yin Office Realm?"

"Indeed. It is said to contain pure yin qi, and cultivators practicing yin-cold techniques will find great benefit if they absorb it, aiding their breakthrough."

"Could it be that the ancient demon has reached the peak of Spirit Diversion Initial Stage, preparing for an晋级突破, so he needs Nine Profound Heaven Water?"

"I don't know. But if Tianzhi Sect could produce a mid-stage Spirit Diversion elder, our recent setbacks would mean nothing."

Various discussions filled his ears as Lin Xuan felt a chill. To avoid attracting the ancient monster's attention, he had kept his divine sense hidden, but now it seemed likely that the opponent was at the peak of Spirit Diversion Initial Stage and even had a Silver Wing Corpse King under his control—likely also in the Spirit Diversion stage.

This was quite worrying.

As thoughts raced through his mind, the ancient demon's voice continued.

"How about this? Over the millennia, I've only made a few Zombie Talismans, so it won't be easy to get them. Anyone with Nine Profound Heaven Water can exchange for one."

But after several attempts, no one responded. A look of disappointment appeared on the ancient demon's face. He had used all his resources and still found nothing, hoping to win by chance at this Great Treasure Fair. Now it seemed like a vain hope.

Suddenly, a clear voice sounded: "I don't have Nine Profound Heaven Water, but I do have two Black Cleansing Stones. Does the senior have any interest?"

"What? Black Cleansing Stones?"

The ancient demon was stunned before his face lit up with excitement. "Fellow Daoist really has such treasures; of course, they can be exchanged. But let me check their authenticity first."

"None needed."

Lin Xuan turned to see a woman in black robes speaking. She wasn't beautiful but had an average appearance and her cultivation was no less than his own—Core Profound Middle Stage.

She walked onto the stage gracefully, reaching into her waistband where two dark stones appeared.

Unremarkable at first glance, but appearances can be deceiving.

These ordinary-looking stones made the ancient demon's face light up with excitement. As a Spirit Diversion cultivator, such an emotion was rare.

The ancient demon waved his hand and the stones flew to him as if drawn by some unseen force.

He then performed a surprising action—贴ing both stones to his forehead, as if using divine sense to examine them.

A cup of tea passed.

"Indeed, they are Black Cleansing Stones. My decision to participate in this Great Treasure Fair was correct. I won't take advantage of juniors. The value of these two Black Cleansing Stones far exceeds that of Nine Profound Heaven Water. So, I will exchange three Zombie Talismans for them."

"Thank you, senior."

The female cultivator was delighted. She had intended to haggle but the offer was so generous. No wonder a great elder from a major sect would have such an imposing demeanor!

Both parties were pleased. The other cultivators, though unfamiliar with Black Cleansing Stones, knew the value of Zombie Talismans—three in one go! Clearly, many here possessed rare treasures.

The atmosphere was electrified.

After their exchange, another shrewd-looking cultivator eagerly stepped forward. He was only at the Talent Unification Early Stage, but unexpectedly, he produced five bottles of ancient elixirs that could increase Core Profound cultivators' qi.

These were said to have been found in some ancient ruins. Ancient cultivators’ alchemy techniques far surpassed those of today. As everyone marveled at his luck, they began a fierce bidding war.

In the end, a wealthy Tianzhi Sect cultivator bought them for an astronomical price.

Another plump cultivator stepped forward after the exchange ended.

Sure enough, this Great Treasure Fair was as advertised—treasures and rare materials emerged one after another. Most were so precious that even underground auctions rarely saw such items.

Most exchanges targeted other rare treasures, leading to many failed bids.

Lin Xuan even found two useful materials he could bid on.

An elderly man in red robes approached the stage.

"Ah, isn't this Firecloud Venerable of Tianwu Mountain? He's come as well."

"What old fellow is a Core Profound Late Stage cultivator and what treasure will he bring?"

Various discussions filled his ears. The robed elder was clearly someone with a high reputation.

He tapped his waist, and a flash of spirit light appeared—a miniature daoist dwelling.

Tianji Mansion, better than Tianqiao Sect's due to the superior alchemy techniques in this top-tier realm.

"This treasure is an excellent cauldron. This woman is a飞升 cultivator who fell into my hands by accident. She remains intact and has rare Five Yin Absolute Meridian Body, making her valuable for fellow daoists practicing yin-cold techniques. Dual cultivation with her will greatly aid your breakthrough."

With the elder's words, a beautiful female cultivator appeared in his line of sight.

Rain Illusion also wished all Fellow Daoists a happy New Year and a prosperous dragon year.

Today was not only Lunar New Year but also his wife's birthday. He would spend time with her today. (To be continued.) If you like this work, please give me your support through recommendations or monthly subscriptions; it is the greatest motivation for me.

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