Longevity Thunder Ancestor

Chapter 1061 Hiring Tianbao
Yan Jingchen's anger subsided at this moment, and he said calmly, "If I hadn't seen that your lineage might be of some help to me, why would I have helped you in the first place?"

However, at that time I only considered it a casual move, and I never expected that your lineage would produce someone like you.

He actually broke through to the Nascent Soul realm with a half-human, half-demon body, and the Teng Snake bloodline in his body was far stronger than those Teng Snake clansmen in the Demon Court who claimed to have pure bloodlines.

Now that you've become the guardian deity of the Yuan Shou Ancestral Court, it seems my seemingly insignificant move back then was indeed the right one.

Upon hearing this, the young man in the black robe shook his head and sneered, "What guardian deity? To be honest, I was just getting what I needed from them."

The Yuan Shou Ancestral Court never placed all its hopes on me; instead, it focused solely on building the ancestral hall, hoping to summon the legendary ancestral beast's avatar to descend upon the realm.

"An avatar of the Ancestral Beast?"

Upon hearing this name, Yan Jingchen's eyes flashed with a strange expression, and he looked at the young man in black robes with some incomprehension: "Didn't you try to stop it?"

The young man in black robes smiled helplessly: "I did have this plan, but Xuan Yi of the Wugou Sword Sect once personally came to me and warned me to my face not to take any action."

His strength wouldn't be much less than your peak strength in your previous life. Faced with his threat, how could I dare to intervene?

Upon hearing the name Xuan Yi, Yan Jingchen's eyes revealed a hint of apprehension.

Just as he was about to say something, his expression suddenly changed, and he immediately took out a special magic disc.

After hearing the message, he immediately beamed with joy and said, "He's in the Tianfei Islands, let's go quickly!"

Before they finished speaking, the two transformed into streaks of light and vanished into the distance.

Ning Fa and Luo Feixuan have already arrived at Falling Star Island.

This island is located on the southwestern edge of the Tianfei Islands, covering an area of ​​only a few hundred miles. It has a small town with tens of thousands of people, but otherwise it is not particularly special.

With their cultivation levels, the two of them naturally searched the entire island in less than half a day, but they found no trace of the Heavenly Treasure Immortal Merchant. This made Ning Fa frown slightly and feel a little anxious.

Just then, he and Luo Feixuan noticed something almost simultaneously and suddenly looked behind them.

A few feet behind them, a young cultivator dressed in white robes suddenly appeared.

He was handsome, with a mysterious golden spiritual pattern on his forehead, and his eyes were indifferent as ice. He just stood there with his hands behind his back, looking at the two of them.

"Heavenly Treasure Immortal Merchant!" Ning Fa was overjoyed upon seeing him.

The Heavenly Treasure Immortal Merchant immediately turned his gaze to him, a strange light flashing in his eyes, and said, "You have something I need. Would you be willing to trade with me?"

This was exactly what Ning Fa had said when they first met, and now he was repeating it word for word.

Ning Fa suppressed the turmoil in his heart and did not rush to speak. Instead, he looked at Luo Feixuan beside him and said in a deep voice:
“Fellow Daoist Luo, my transaction with Fellow Daoist Tianbao may involve some of my secrets, so I hope you can temporarily refrain from doing so.”

Luo Feixuan shrugged her shoulders and flew to the side without any objection.

Ning Fa immediately cast a soundproof barrier, but he still felt uneasy, after all, he had just witnessed the woman's powerful soul techniques.

Just as he was about to use other divine soul techniques, Tianbao Immortal Merchant calmly said, "No need for such trouble."

As he spoke, he pointed his right index finger upwards, and a golden light burst forth, transforming into a golden net that enveloped the two of them.

"Alright, you can rest assured. Even if she successfully reincarnated using the Immortal Moon Body, she can't overhear our transaction."

Ning Fa looked at him with a look of astonishment.

As expected of the Heavenly Treasure Immortal Merchant, he saw through my Five Elements Thunder Body at a glance back then, and now he has seen through Luo Feixuan's special qualities as well.

Ning Fa further realized that it was very likely because of this that Tianbao Immortal Merchant had sought out Luo Feixuan to trade with her.

"I wonder what you need from me?" Ning Fa asked in a deep voice.

Tianbao Immortal Merchant stared intently at him and said, word by word, "I need top-grade water-attribute spirit stones and Star River Essence Dew."

Ning Fa was startled upon hearing this. The top-grade water-attribute spirit stone was one thing, but the Star River Essence Dew was no ordinary thing; it was a genuine sixth-order spirit item!

Not to mention now, even in the ancient times when the resources of heaven and earth were very abundant, this Star River Essence Dew was a legendary item, and for cultivators who mainly cultivated the water attribute, it was an unparalleled sacred object.

It's no exaggeration to say that items of this quality are practically extinct in the current cultivation world. I never expected that this Heavenly Treasure Immortal Merchant would actually ask me for something like this.

Ning Fa's heart skipped a beat, because while the Star River Essence Dew might not be found in the outside world, he had a way to obtain it.

He had previously used a large quantity of various low-grade spirit ores to test their source material.

Among them, the source of a second-tier spirit ore called Water Cloud Star Stone was found to be the sixth-tier spirit object Star River Essence Dew, requiring 2 sixth-tier source points.

If it were the old Heavenly Book, Ning Fa would not have been able to trace the origin of this Star River Essence Dew at all, because there was no sixth-order source point.

However, after the Heavenly Book devoured a significant portion of the Abyss Heavenly Pool's essence, the source points required for tracing the origins of water-attribute spiritual objects of the sixth rank and below have now automatically decreased by one rank.

In other words, he only needs 2 points of fifth-order source points to trace a Water Cloud Star Stone back to Star River Essence.

Even so, this is still a very high source point consumption, because the Heavenly Book only has 58 fifth-tier source points in total.

Ning Fa seemed to be deep in thought. It was very likely that the Heavenly Treasure Immortal Merchant had suddenly contacted him because he had realized that he had the ability to obtain the Star River Essence Dew and the top-grade water-attribute spirit stone.

Did he realize that he possessed a heaven-defying treasure like the Heavenly Book?

Ning Fa thought it was unlikely. No matter how mysterious the Heavenly Treasure Immortal Merchant was, it couldn't possibly compare to the Heavenly Book.

Judging from the mysterious characteristics he exhibits, it is very likely that he can only sense which people might have what he needs, but not necessarily know the reason why.

“I have these items. I wonder how you intend to trade them?” Ning Fa said in a deep voice.

Upon hearing Ning Fa's affirmative reply, a gleam immediately shone in Tianbao Immortal Merchant's eyes.

He raised his right hand, and a jade slip flew to Ning Fa's side.

"Here is a list of spiritual materials. It should contain what you need. As for how much you can exchange for, that depends on how much of what I need you can provide."

Ning Fa glanced at the jade slip briefly and was immediately speechless with astonishment.

The jade slip lists dozens of spiritual objects, many of which he does not recognize.

All the spiritual creatures he knew were fifth-tier spiritual objects, something that would make even Nascent Soul cultivators envious.

But Ning Fa pushed the jade slip aside and stared intently at Tianbao Immortal Merchant, saying:

“I don’t need these things for now, but I hope to use these top-grade water-attribute spirit stones and Star River Essence to hire you, fellow Daoist.”

"To be honest, I am being hunted by powerful enemies, including many Nascent Soul cultivators, so I hope you can lend me your help." Upon hearing this, Tianbao Immortal Merchant, whose expression had been indifferent, raised his eyebrows and then looked thoughtful.

Upon seeing this, Ning Fa was filled with excitement, for it undoubtedly meant there was hope.

After a short while, Tianbao Xianshang looked at him again and said calmly, "Okay, but the conditions for hiring me are very high. I need to make them clear to you first."

First, you need to hire me for at least ten years, and you will need to pay me 5 drops of Star River Essence Dew and 20 top-quality water-attribute spirit stones in one lump sum.

I can help you within the next ten years.

Of course, if the opponent is too strong and I consume too much of my energy, you will have to compensate me with these two items. As for the exact amount, it will depend on the situation.

If I encounter a danger that could destroy me, I will flee alone.

If you want to continue employing me after the ten-year term, you will still need to pay the same salary in advance.

After speaking, Tianbao Xianshang quietly looked at Ningfa.

When Ning Fa heard Tianbao Immortal Merchant's definite reply, he was initially overjoyed, but upon hearing about the required payment, he could only manage a wry smile.

To trace the source of 5 drops of Star River Essence Dew, 10 points of Tier 5 Source Points are needed, which means that he currently only has enough Source Points to hire Tianbao Immortal Merchant for 50 years.

As for the top-grade water-attribute spirit stone, it's nothing compared to the Star River Essence Dew.

What used to require 2 fifth-order source points for tracing the source can now be reduced to 2 fourth-order source points.

He possesses nearly six hundred fourth-order source points, enough to trace back to many sources.

Ning Fa couldn't help but ponder. Although hiring Tianbao Immortal Merchant was not cheap, it was worth it if he really had the legendary strength.

Thinking of this, Ning Fa tentatively asked, "I can agree, but I would like to confirm your true strength first, fellow Daoist? Because those who might cause me trouble could be mid-stage Nascent Soul cultivators."

Tianbao Immortal Merchant remained calm and said indifferently, "A mid-stage Nascent Soul cultivator is indeed a bit troublesome."

If you're dealing with this kind of enemy, you'll need to pay me extra with top-grade water spirit stones.

If the other party uses a treasure like a Heaven-Reaching Spiritual Treasure, then you will need to pay me extra Star River Essence Dew.

Upon hearing this, Ning Fa was not surprised but rather pleased.

Since Tianbao Immortal Merchant said this, it undoubtedly shows that he does have the ability to contend with a mid-stage Nascent Soul cultivator, which is really important, so paying a higher price is completely worthwhile.

Thinking of this, Ning Fa said without hesitation, "Alright, then I will agree to your conditions, fellow Daoist."

As he spoke, he secretly communicated with the Heavenly Book in his sea of ​​consciousness.

Soon, he found that 20 low-grade water spirit stones and 5 water cloud star stones were missing from his storage ring, but he had gained some other items.

Ning Fa grabbed with his right hand, and these things immediately appeared in front of him.

They are five azure water droplets, each the size of a longan, with starlight emanating from their surfaces, as if formed from condensed stars. They look dreamlike and otherworldly, as if they belong to another realm.

In addition, there were 20 thumb-sized blue spirit stones, radiating an unimaginably pure water-attribute spiritual energy; these were 20 top-grade water-attribute spirit stones.

Tianbao Immortal Merchant immediately stared intently at the two items, especially the five drops of Star River Essence Dew, and his eyes couldn't help but reveal a strange light.

He didn't rush to take these things away, but instead flicked his finger, and an ancient scroll appeared in front of the two of them.

“Since you’ve provided the payment, let’s sign this employment agreement, and I can stay by your side for the time being.”

Ning Fa glanced at the text above, thought for a moment, and then said, "I hope you can keep the details of our transaction a secret and not mention it to anyone else."

Tianbao Immortal Merchant nodded and said, "That's certainly possible."

After saying that, he raised his right hand and added another paragraph to the contract.

Ning Fa took another closer look and signed his name on it without hesitation. Tianbao Xianshang did the same, but the names he signed were in two ancient characters that Ning Fa did not recognize.

Subsequently, each of them kept a copy of the employment agreement, and Tianbao Immortal Merchant put away the Star River Essence Dew and the top-grade water spirit stone.

Ning Fa also breathed a sigh of relief and smiled.

Although the cost was considerable, at least we finally have a powerful ally.

At this moment, it can be confirmed that the savior mentioned by Fairy Yuanxing is indeed this Heavenly Treasure Immortal Merchant. In fact, Fairy Yuanxing has really helped him a lot.

At this moment, Tianbao Xianshang had already removed the golden silk net.

Luo Feixuan arrived gracefully after Ning Fa sent her a message. Her beautiful eyes sized up the two of them, and she couldn't help but show a hint of curiosity.

Ning Fa smiled and said, "Fellow Daoist Luo, I have reached an agreement with Fellow Daoist Tianbao. He will stay by my side from now on and will lend a helping hand if we encounter a powerful enemy."

Upon hearing this, even Luo Feixuan, a former Nascent Soul cultivator reincarnated, was shocked on the spot.

She stared incredulously at Ning Fa and Tianbao Xianshang, who remained calm and did not object.

Even among Nascent Soul cultivators like them, the Heavenly Treasure Immortal Merchant was a taboo existence.

In her previous life, ten thousand years ago, the Heavenly Treasure Immortal Merchant already existed. No one knows when he appeared, how long he lived, or even more so his strength.

Throughout this long history, there have been many Nascent Soul cultivators who have coveted Tianbao Immortal Merchant, but all of them have died while Tianbao Immortal Merchant has survived.

Therefore, even if they know they can obtain what they urgently need from the Heavenly Treasure Immortal Merchant, these Nascent Soul cultivators generally avoid meeting him, fearing that their wealth will be poured into his treasury.

Of course, there are also Nascent Soul cultivators who are very interested in him and want to hire him as a guest elder in order to increase their influence.

Luo Feixuan knew of the Qian Yuan Merchant Alliance and the Nine Immortals Society, which offered unimaginably high rewards, including treasures like the Tongtian Lingbao, but all of them were rejected by the Tianbao Immortal Merchant.

Now, the fact that Ning Fa, a Nascent Soul cultivator, had actually hired him was something that shocked Luo Feixuan greatly.
She looked at Ning Fa in disbelief: "You... what exactly did you use to hire Fellow Daoist Tianbao?"

Given Luo Feixuan's status, she wouldn't normally pry into such personal matters, but this time she was just too curious.

But Ning Fa shook his head: "Fellow Daoist Luo, I'm afraid I cannot tell you this."

Luo Feixuan didn't ask any more questions, and then a smile appeared on her lips. Because Ning Fa had gained such a powerful bodyguard, it was naturally a great thing for her, who was now allied with Ning Fa.

At this moment, Tianbao Immortal Merchant suddenly raised his head and looked to the distance on his right. A strange golden light flashed in his eyes, and he calmly said:
“A thousand miles away in that direction, two powerful cultivators are heading this way. One of them is a Nascent Soul cultivator, who may be the formidable enemy you mentioned.”

(End of this chapter)