jiē xià lái de guò chéng bù yòng lèi shù ， lín xuān zhè yàng de qián bèi jià lín cǐ chù ， nà kè zhàn de lǎo bǎn qīn zì zhāo hū ， diǎn tóu hā yāo de fèng chéng bù yǐ ， zuì hòu ràng shì nǚ jiāng lín xuān lǐng dào le zuì hǎo de kè fáng lǐ qù 。＋◆ suí ＋◆ mèng ＋◆ xiǎo ＋◆ shuō ，.com
接下来的过程不用累述，林轩这样的前辈驾临此处，那客栈的老板亲自招呼，点头哈腰的奉承不已，最后让侍女将林轩领到了最好的客房里去。＋◆随＋◆梦＋◆小＋◆说，.com
Next, there was no need to recount the details of Lin Xuan's arrival. The innkeeper personally greeted him and fawned over him as he led Lin Xuan to his best room.
shuō shì kè fáng ， qí shí shì yī xiǎo xiǎo de yuàn luò ， huán jìng qīng yōu ， gè fāng miàn de tiáo jiàn ， kě yǐ shuō ， dōu shì jí wéi bù cuò 。
说是客房，其实是一小小的院落，环境清幽，各方面的条件，可以说，都是极为不错。
Actually called a guest room, it was in fact a small courtyard with an idyllic environment; all conditions were quite excellent.
lín xuān liǎn shàng lù chū mǎn yì zhī sè ， gǎn le zhè me jiǔ de lù ， tā duō shǎo yě yǒu xiē lèi le 。
林轩脸上露出满意之色，赶了这么久的路，他多少也有些累了。
Lin Xuan's face showed satisfaction after such a long journey. He took a bath and then slept soundly until dawn the next morning.
yú shì xǐ le yí gè zǎo ， jiù lái dào wò fáng ， hū hū dà shuì yī jiào dào tiān liàng 。
于是洗了一个澡，就来到卧房，呼呼大睡一觉到天亮。
In the morning, he felt refreshed. Lin Xuan left his room and stepped out into the street. Since he was going to the Ice Flame Valley in search of treasures, he naturally needed some preparations first. As Scorpion Tail City was the nearest supply point, it had a wealth of resources, and from here, one could learn much about the Ice Flame Valley.
dì èr tiān zǎo shàng qǐ lái ， shén qīng qì shuǎng 。
第二天早上起来，神清气爽。
Lin Xuan left early that morning and returned to the inn by evening. He looked neither tired nor weary; instead, he appeared pleased and satisfied. This trip truly yielded some good results.
suí hòu ， lín xuān chū le kè fáng ， lái dào dà jiē zhī shàng 。
随后，林轩出了客房，来到大街之上。
Seeing that it was late, Lin Xuan decided to rest for another night before setting out early the next day. However, just as he entered his room, a sudden frown creased his brow. The禁制 outside began to vibrate; someone had arrived.
jì rán yào qù bīng yán gǔ xún zhǎo bǎo wù ， zài zhè zhī qián ， lín xuān dāng rán yào zuò yī xiē zhǔn bèi le 。
既然要去冰炎谷寻找宝物，在这之前，林轩当然要做一些准备了。
How could anyone be looking for him in such a new place?
ér xiē wěi chéng zuò wèi jù lí gāi gǔ zuì jìn de bǔ jǐ diǎn ， gè zhǒng zī yuán ， nà yě shì jí wéi fēng fù ， ér qiě cóng zhè lǐ ， hái kě yǐ dǎ tīng dào bù shǎo guān yú bīng yán gǔ de jù tǐ qíng kuàng 。
而蝎尾城做为距离该谷最近的补给点，各种资源，那也是极为丰富，而且从这里，还可以打听到不少关于冰炎谷的具体情况。
Lin Xuan was slightly surprised but still stepped outside. He waved his sleeves and sent out a spell. The禁制 withdrew with a creak, and the door of the small courtyard opened as the innkeeper accompanied an ancient demon wearing a long red robe inside.
lín xuān yī zǎo chū mén ， zhí dào bàng wǎn ， cái huí dào kè zhàn 。
林轩一早出门，直到傍晚，才回到客栈。
This ancient demon's cultivation wasn't weak; he was an intermediate-stage元婴 cultivator. However, Lin Xuan felt even more surprised because he could be certain that this guy had never met before. What was going on?
liǎn shàng bìng wú pí juàn zhī sè ， yǒu de zhǐ shì gāo xìng yǔ mǎn zú ， zhè yī cì chū mén ， guǒ rán shì dà yǒu shōu huò 。
脸上并无疲倦之色，有的只是高兴与满足，这一次出门，果然是大有收获。
The ancient demon's expression was extremely respectful as he bowed to Lin Xuan: "You are Senior Lin, correct?"
kàn kàn tiān sè yǐ wǎn ， lín xuān zhǔn bèi zài zài cǐ dì xiē xī yī wǎn ， dì èr tiān yī zǎo ， jiù jí gǎn lù 。
看看天色已晚，林轩准备再在此地歇息一晚，第二天一早，就即赶路。
"Indeed," Lin Xuan replied coldly, his expression unchanged.
rán ér gāng gāng huí dào wò fáng ， lín xuān tū rán méi tou yí zhòu ， wài miàn de jìn zhì ， chuán lái bō dòng ， yǒu rén dào fǎng 。
然而刚刚回到卧房，林轩突然眉头一皱，外面的禁制，传来波动，有人到访。
But the red-robed ancient demon paid no mind and bowed again: "Senior, please do not be angry. I am a servant of Senior Scorpion Tail. Tomorrow is our master's day to take on a concubine, and we would like you to come for the celebration."
zì jǐ chū dào guì dì ， zěn me huì yǒu rén lái xún zhǎo zì jǐ ？
自己初到贵地，怎么会有人来寻找自己？
He handed over an invitation as he spoke.
lín xuān lüè gǎn chà yì ， dàn hái shì mài bù zǒu le chū qù 。
林轩略感诧异，但还是迈步走了出去。
"Me..."
xiù páo yī fú ， yī dào fǎ jué fēi lüè ér chū ， nà jìn zhì chè chū ， zhī ya yī shēng ， xiǎo yuàn de mén bèi tuī kāi ， nà kè zhàn lǎo bǎn péi zhe yī míng shēn chuān dà hóng sè cháng páo de gǔ mó zǒu le jìn lái 。
袖袍一拂，一道法诀飞掠而出，那禁制撤出，吱呀一声，小院的门被推开，那客栈老板陪着一名身穿大红色长袍的古魔走了进来。
Lin Xuan showed some surprise. Such matters were truly unexpected.
cǐ gǔ mó xiū wèi bù ruò ， shì yī míng yuán yīng zhōng qī de jiā huo ， bù guò lín xuān xīn zhōng yuè fā de chà yì le ， yīn wèi tā kě yǐ kěn dìng ， yǎn qián zhè jiā huo ， zì jǐ bǎi fēn zhī bǎi bù céng jiàn guò ， jiū jìng shì zěn me huí shì ne ？
此古魔修为不弱，是一名元婴中期的家伙，不过林轩心中越发的诧异了，因为他可以肯定，眼前这家伙，自己百分之百不曾见过，究竟是怎么回事呢？
Lin Xuan had heard of the name of Senior Scorpion Tail; he was the lord of this city, a formidable old monster at the early-stage 分神 realm. It was said that not only did he possess great abilities but also possessed the spirit and hospitality of ancient cultivators like Meng Changjun, making him very welcoming to guests.
nà gǔ shà liǎn shàng de biǎo qíng gōng jìng yǐ jí ， chōng zhe lín xuān xíng le yī lǐ ：“ nín jiù shì lín qián bèi ba ！”
那古厦脸上的表情恭敬以极，冲着林轩行了一礼：“您就是林前辈吧！”
However, there was a weakness: because of his cultivation technique, Senior Scorpion Tail was extremely lustful. He had many concubines besides his official wife.
“ bù cuò ， zhǎo wǒ yǒu shén me shì me ？” lín xuān lěng mò de kāi kǒu le ， biǎo qíng píng dàn yǐ jí 。
“不错，找我有什么事么？”林轩冷漠的开口了，表情平淡以极。
The idea that he would even hold a ritual for taking on a new concubine made Lin Xuan somewhat surprised. It seemed this new concubine must be very favored to receive such an honor.
rán ér nà hóng páo gǔ mó què háo bù jiè yì ， zài cì xíng le yī lǐ ：“ qián bèi bú yào shēng qì ， wǎn bèi shì xiē wěi shàng rén de nú pú ， míng tiān ， shì wǒ jiā zhǔ rén nà qiè de liáng chén jí rì ， xiǎng qǐng qián bèi qián qù guān lǐ 。”
然而那红袍古魔却毫不介意，再次行了一礼：“前辈不要生气，晚辈是蝎尾上人的奴仆，明天，是我家主人纳妾的良辰吉日，想请前辈前去观礼。”
Playing with the invitation, Lin Xuan did not give a clear response: "Alright, thank Senior Scorpion Tail's kindness; I will consider it."
yī biān shuō ， yī biān jiāng qǐng jiǎn dì guò 。
一边说，一边将请柬递过。
"Please accept our invitation."
“ wǒ ”
“我”
The red-robed ancient demon bowed again and left with the innkeeper.
lín xuān liǎn shàng lù chū jǐ fēn chà yì zhī sè ， zhè yàng de shì qíng ， dào zhēn shì tā méi yǒu xiǎng dào de 。
林轩脸上露出几分诧异之色，这样的事情，倒真是他没有想到的。
Lin Xuan did not ask how they found him. After all, as the city lord, Senior Scorpion Tail was like a local insider who could easily find his way here.
xiē wěi shàng rén de míng tóu ， lín xuān zì rán tīng guò ， nǎi shì rú jīn suǒ zài de zhè zuò xiē wěi chéng de chéng zhǔ ， fēn shén chū qī de lǎo guài wù 。
蝎尾上人的名头，林轩自然听过，乃是如今所在的这座蝎尾城的城主，分神初期的老怪物。
After the guest left, Lin Xuan left his room and pondered whether to go or not. But soon, he scratched his head; why worry about such trivial matters?
jù shuō ， cǐ rén bù jǐn shén tōng liǎo de ， ér qiě pǒ yǒu shàng gǔ xiū shì mèng cháng jūn de fēng fàn ， jí shì hào kè ， jiāo yǒu nà jiào yí gè guǎng kuò 。
据说，此人不仅神通了得，而且颇有上古修士孟尝君的风范，极是好客，交友那叫一个广阔。
Even if he went to observe, it would only take up one day. Since that was the case, what harm was there in going to see?
bù guò cǐ rén yě yǒu ruò diǎn ， huò zhě shì yīn wèi suǒ xiū liàn gōng fǎ de yuán gù ， xiē wěi shàng rén fēi cháng de hào sè ， zhèng pái de fū rén zàn qiě bù shuō ， shì qiè nà shì qǔ le yí gè yòu yí gè 。
不过此人也有弱点，或者是因为所修炼功法的缘故，蝎尾上人非常的好色，正牌的夫人暂且不说，侍妾那是娶了一个又一个。
With this thought, Lin Xuan made a decision.
bù guò nà qiè ， jū rán hái jǔ xíng shén me shuāng xiū dà diǎn 。
不过纳妾，居然还举行什么双修大典。
The next morning, Lin Xuan left the inn and headed towards the city lord's residence.
lín xuān dào zhēn yǒu nà me jǐ fēn chà yì le ， kàn lái zhè xīn nà de shì qiè ， shì jí dé tā de huān xǐ ， fǒu zé bú huì yǒu zhè yàng de lǐ yù 。
林轩倒真有那么几分诧异了，看来这新纳的侍妾，是极得他的欢喜，否则不会有这样的礼遇。
Along the way,魔修 were everywhere; their destinations were the same as his own.
bǎ wán zhuó shǒu zhōng de qǐng jiǎn ， lín xuān bìng méi yǒu gěi chū míng què de biǎo shì ：“ hǎo ， duō xiè xiē wěi qián bèi yī fān hǎo yì ， lín mǒu zì huì zhēn zhuó dì 。”
把玩着手中的请柬，林轩并没有给出明确的表示：“好，多谢蝎尾前辈一番好意，林某自会斟酌地。”
These demon cultivators' levels varied widely—some at the Separation and Profound Void stages, while others were intermediate-stage元婴 or condensation core stage古魔. Lin Xuan even found some base foundation stage菜鸟.
“ hái qǐng qián bèi ｌ dìng guāng lín 。”
“还请前辈ｌ定光临。”
Of course, these low-level ancient demons weren't deliberately invited by Senior Scorpion Tail; however, this city lord, with his broad hospitality like Meng Changjun's, would welcome all guests on such a joyous day regardless of their cultivation levels.
nà hóng páo gǔ mó yòu xíng le yī lǐ ， jiù zài zhǎng guì de péi tóng xià xiàng wài zǒu qù 。
那红袍古魔又行了一礼，就在掌柜的陪同下向外走去。
Certainly, different cultivators received different treatments. Low-level ancient demons who came uninvited were given banquets as well.
lín xuān méi yǒu xún wèn duì fāng rú hé zhǎo dào zhè lǐ 。
林轩没有询问对方如何找到这里。
The city lord's residence was located at the center of Scorpion Tail City and was a beautifully designed building resembling a palace with golden splendor and beauty beyond description.
bì jìng xiē wěi shàng rén zuò wèi chéng zhǔ ， jiǎn dān de shuō jiù shì dì tóu shé ， rú guǒ lián zhè diǎn běn shì dōu méi yǒu de huà ， nà jiù bù yòng hùn le 。
毕竟蝎尾上人做为城主，简单的说就是地头蛇，如果连这点本事都没有的话，那就不用混了。
Lin Xuan entered along with the crowd.
duì fāng lí kāi yǐ hòu ， lín xuān lí kāi le wò fáng ， yī shí jiān ， dào yě méi yǒu xiǎng hǎo jiū jìng qù hái shì bù qù 。
对方离开以后，林轩离开了卧房，一时间，倒也没有想好究竟去还是不去。
Unlike low-level cultivators, Lin Xuan concealed his aura but still exuded the awe-inspiring power of a Profound Void stage. He was welcomed respectfully by the attendants.
bù guò hěn kuài ， lín xuān jiù náo le náo tóu ， zhè xiē xǔ xiǎo shì ， zì jǐ yòu hé bì zài zhè lǐ kǔ nǎo ne ？
不过很快，林轩就挠了挠头，这些许小事，自己又何必在这里苦恼呢？
Since he came to observe, Lin Xuan naturally prepared gifts.
jí biàn qián qù guān lǐ ， yě bù guò duō dān gē yī tiān de shí jiān ér yǐ ， jì shì rú cǐ ， nà qù kàn shàng yī kàn ， yòu yǒu hé fáng ne ？
即便前去观礼，也不过多耽搁一天的时间而已，既是如此，那去看上一看，又有何妨呢？
This was no challenge for Lin Xuan; he casually took out an ordinary魔宝 and offered it. After all, he only came to watch the spectacle; sending too heavy a gift might raise suspicion.
nǎo hǎi zhōng niàn tou zhuǎn guò ， lín xuān jiù zuò xià jué dìng le 。
脑海中念头转过，林轩就做下决定了。
Following winding corridors through several courtyards, Lin Xuan was led into a grand hall where music and singing filled his ears. He saw many beautiful demon maidens dancing in the center of the hall. At the far end of the main seat, an elderly man with youthful features and white hair sat; he seemed to be over a hundred years old but still looked vigorous.
dì èr tiān yī zǎo ， lín xuān chū le kè zhàn ， xiàng chéng zhǔ fǔ zǒu qù 。
第二天一早，林轩出了客栈，像城主府走去。
No doubt, this was the city lord, Senior Scorpion Tail.
yī lù shàng ， mó xiū luò yì bù jué ， tā men de mù dì dì ， yě yǔ lín xuān yī yàng 。
一路上，魔修络绎不绝，他们的目的地，也与林轩一样。
To his sides were dozens of tables, each occupied by differently shaped ancient demons. The closer one got to the main seat, the higher the cultivation level of the ancient demon sitting behind it.
ér zhè xiē mó zú de xiū xiān zhě ， jìng jiè gèng shì cēn cī bù qǐ ， jì yǒu lí hé yǔ dòng xuán qī de gāo jiē xiū xiān zhě ， yě bù fá yuán yīng ， níng dān zhī liú de gǔ mó 。
而这些魔族的修仙者，境界更是参差不起，既有离合与洞玄期的高阶修仙者，也不乏元婴，凝丹之流的古魔。
Lin Xuan's spiritual sense swept across and found no other intermediate-stage 分神 cultivators besides Senior Scorpion Tail. Lin Xuan was momentarily surprised; wasn't he known for his extensive social network? Why, on such a joyous day, were there no fellow intermediate-stage cultivators to congratulate him?
lín xuān shèn zhì hái fā xiàn le yī xiē zhù jī qī de cài niǎo 。
林轩甚至还发现了一些筑基期的菜鸟。
But after some thought, Lin Xuan understood the reason.
zhè xiē dī jiē gǔ mó ， dāng rán bú shì xiē wěi shàng rén suǒ kè yì yāo qǐng de ， bù guò zhè wèi chéng zhǔ dà rén ， jì rán yǒu mèng cháng zhī fēng ， jīn tiān yòu shì tā nà qiè de dà xǐ rì zi ， duì yú hè guǎ ， dāng rán shì lái zhě bù jù de ， bù guǎn xiū wèi gāo dī ， dū huì yíng jìn fǔ qù 。
这些低阶古魔，当然不是蝎尾上人所刻意邀请的，不过这位城主大人，既然有孟尝之风，今天又是他纳妾的大喜日子，对于贺寡，当然是来者不拒的，不管修为高低，都会迎进府去。
After all, this was just taking on a concubine, not marrying an official wife. Thus, Senior Scorpion Tail, despite his affection for the new concubine, did not feel comfortable inviting friends to the ceremony.
dāng rán ， bù tóng de xiū shì ， huì yǒu bù tóng de dài yù ， xiàng zhè xiē bù qǐng zì lái de dī jiē gǔ shà ， xiē wěi shàng rén yě ràng xià rén ān pái dé yǒu liú shuǐ xí 。
当然，不同的修士，会有不同的待遇，像这些不请自来的低阶古厦，蝎尾上人也让下人安排得有流水席。
Since there were no intermediate-stage 分神 cultivators among the guests, Lin Xuan's Profound Void stage cultivation was particularly significant. He was led to a table on the left side of the main seat, third from the front.
chéng zhǔ fǔ wèi yú xiē wěi chéng de zhōng xīn ， nà shì yī piàn shì yàng jīng měi de jiàn zhù ， jiù yǔ shì sú de huáng gōng chà bu duō ， jīn bì huī huáng ， měi lì dào wú yǐ fù jiā de dì bù 。
城主府位于蝎尾城的中心，那是一片式样精美的建筑，就与世俗的皇宫差不多，金碧辉煌，美丽到无以复加的地步。
On this table, besides him, sat an old man with a beard like a mountain goat. Lin Xuan glanced at him and found that although he was also an intermediate-stage ancient demon, his mana seemed much thinner compared to other cultivators of the same stage.
Next, there was no need to recount the details of Lin Xuan's arrival. The innkeeper personally greeted him and fawned over him as he led Lin Xuan to his best room.
Actually called a guest room, it was in fact a small courtyard with an idyllic environment; all conditions were quite excellent.
Lin Xuan's face showed satisfaction after such a long journey. He took a bath and then slept soundly until dawn the next morning.
In the morning, he felt refreshed. Lin Xuan left his room and stepped out into the street. Since he was going to the Ice Flame Valley in search of treasures, he naturally needed some preparations first. As Scorpion Tail City was the nearest supply point, it had a wealth of resources, and from here, one could learn much about the Ice Flame Valley.
Lin Xuan left early that morning and returned to the inn by evening. He looked neither tired nor weary; instead, he appeared pleased and satisfied. This trip truly yielded some good results.
Seeing that it was late, Lin Xuan decided to rest for another night before setting out early the next day. However, just as he entered his room, a sudden frown creased his brow. The禁制 outside began to vibrate; someone had arrived.
How could anyone be looking for him in such a new place?
Lin Xuan was slightly surprised but still stepped outside. He waved his sleeves and sent out a spell. The禁制 withdrew with a creak, and the door of the small courtyard opened as the innkeeper accompanied an ancient demon wearing a long red robe inside.
This ancient demon's cultivation wasn't weak; he was an intermediate-stage元婴 cultivator. However, Lin Xuan felt even more surprised because he could be certain that this guy had never met before. What was going on?
The ancient demon's expression was extremely respectful as he bowed to Lin Xuan: "You are Senior Lin, correct?"
"Indeed," Lin Xuan replied coldly, his expression unchanged.
But the red-robed ancient demon paid no mind and bowed again: "Senior, please do not be angry. I am a servant of Senior Scorpion Tail. Tomorrow is our master's day to take on a concubine, and we would like you to come for the celebration."
He handed over an invitation as he spoke.
"Me..."
Lin Xuan showed some surprise. Such matters were truly unexpected.
Lin Xuan had heard of the name of Senior Scorpion Tail; he was the lord of this city, a formidable old monster at the early-stage 分神 realm. It was said that not only did he possess great abilities but also possessed the spirit and hospitality of ancient cultivators like Meng Changjun, making him very welcoming to guests.
However, there was a weakness: because of his cultivation technique, Senior Scorpion Tail was extremely lustful. He had many concubines besides his official wife.
The idea that he would even hold a ritual for taking on a new concubine made Lin Xuan somewhat surprised. It seemed this new concubine must be very favored to receive such an honor.
Playing with the invitation, Lin Xuan did not give a clear response: "Alright, thank Senior Scorpion Tail's kindness; I will consider it."
"Please accept our invitation."
The red-robed ancient demon bowed again and left with the innkeeper.
Lin Xuan did not ask how they found him. After all, as the city lord, Senior Scorpion Tail was like a local insider who could easily find his way here.
After the guest left, Lin Xuan left his room and pondered whether to go or not. But soon, he scratched his head; why worry about such trivial matters?
Even if he went to observe, it would only take up one day. Since that was the case, what harm was there in going to see?
With this thought, Lin Xuan made a decision.
The next morning, Lin Xuan left the inn and headed towards the city lord's residence.
Along the way,魔修 were everywhere; their destinations were the same as his own.
These demon cultivators' levels varied widely—some at the Separation and Profound Void stages, while others were intermediate-stage元婴 or condensation core stage古魔. Lin Xuan even found some base foundation stage菜鸟.
Of course, these low-level ancient demons weren't deliberately invited by Senior Scorpion Tail; however, this city lord, with his broad hospitality like Meng Changjun's, would welcome all guests on such a joyous day regardless of their cultivation levels.
Certainly, different cultivators received different treatments. Low-level ancient demons who came uninvited were given banquets as well.
The city lord's residence was located at the center of Scorpion Tail City and was a beautifully designed building resembling a palace with golden splendor and beauty beyond description.
Lin Xuan entered along with the crowd.
Unlike low-level cultivators, Lin Xuan concealed his aura but still exuded the awe-inspiring power of a Profound Void stage. He was welcomed respectfully by the attendants.
Since he came to observe, Lin Xuan naturally prepared gifts.
This was no challenge for Lin Xuan; he casually took out an ordinary魔宝 and offered it. After all, he only came to watch the spectacle; sending too heavy a gift might raise suspicion.
Following winding corridors through several courtyards, Lin Xuan was led into a grand hall where music and singing filled his ears. He saw many beautiful demon maidens dancing in the center of the hall. At the far end of the main seat, an elderly man with youthful features and white hair sat; he seemed to be over a hundred years old but still looked vigorous.
No doubt, this was the city lord, Senior Scorpion Tail.
To his sides were dozens of tables, each occupied by differently shaped ancient demons. The closer one got to the main seat, the higher the cultivation level of the ancient demon sitting behind it.
Lin Xuan's spiritual sense swept across and found no other intermediate-stage 分神 cultivators besides Senior Scorpion Tail. Lin Xuan was momentarily surprised; wasn't he known for his extensive social network? Why, on such a joyous day, were there no fellow intermediate-stage cultivators to congratulate him?
But after some thought, Lin Xuan understood the reason.
After all, this was just taking on a concubine, not marrying an official wife. Thus, Senior Scorpion Tail, despite his affection for the new concubine, did not feel comfortable inviting friends to the ceremony.
Since there were no intermediate-stage 分神 cultivators among the guests, Lin Xuan's Profound Void stage cultivation was particularly significant. He was led to a table on the left side of the main seat, third from the front.
On this table, besides him, sat an old man with a beard like a mountain goat. Lin Xuan glanced at him and found that although he was also an intermediate-stage ancient demon, his mana seemed much thinner compared to other cultivators of the same stage.