Please call me Dadaozu

Chapter 37: Trial Peak, Transaction
Immortal Weapon Valley, Test Peak.

After the morning class, the disciples walked out of the Taoist temple one by one. They gathered in groups of three or five to talk and share their gains.

The sound of discussing scriptures and doctrines echoed among the crowd.

It seemed that everyone was immersed in the conversation, but from time to time someone would glance aside.

Look at a girl in a gray robe.

Although the girl is not big, she is already graceful and attractive, with flying black hair and bright eyes that contain starlight and shine with charming brilliance.

She walked forward silently, observing every plant and tree around her.

At this moment, everyone was walking down the mountain. When they reached the mountainside, a disciple suddenly pointed forward.

"Someone came to test our Daofeng."

A loud shout attracted everyone's attention.

All the disciples looked forward, even the little girl was no exception.

At this moment, some disciples who knew the rules of the trial looked extremely solemn.

During the disciple recruitment period, no practitioners are allowed to approach the 800-li mountains and rivers within 100 days except for teaching.

Anyone who violates this rule will be killed regardless of the reason!

In other words, only those who were recruited at the same time as them can come.

tower! tower! tower!
The crisp sound of footsteps, coming from far away and getting closer, like the beating of war drums, shocked the disciples.

Gradually, a figure came walking towards them step by step, under the light of the sun.

It was a figure wearing a gray robe, the right sleeve of which was torn, revealing his well-defined arm.

His right arm hung naturally, and his five fingers gently stroked the hilt of the knife.

The child raised his head slightly, revealing his appearance.

He has long and sharp eyebrows, beneath which are a pair of gentle double pupils, and the corners of his mouth are gently outlined.

"Fellow disciples, Zhang Yuanzhu of Daofeng is here to visit you."

The voice was calm, echoing in everyone's ears.

After everyone came to their senses, one person pushed through the crowd and walked out.

"Brother Zhang is from Daofeng, the mountain where Her Royal Highness the Princess practices."

Zhang Yuanzhu narrowed his pupils slightly, took a close look at the person in front of him, and then nodded slowly.

As he nodded.

The disciples' eyes were filled with excitement. Her Royal Highness the Princess and the bloodline of the Yuan Dynasty royal family, just these two things made them excited.

"I don't know, Princess."

"I crossed mountains and rivers, slaying monsters, to come here to trade goods."

"If you want to know more about the princess' affairs, you can go there yourself."

Zhang Yuanzhu interrupted the question and directly stated the purpose of his visit.

His time is precious and he doesn't want to waste too much of it.

The disciple who stood up looked embarrassed and bowed his hands to express his apology.

"My name is Lu Yi. Please forgive me, Brother Zhang. I'm a little excited after hearing about His Highness's affairs."

"I don't know what you want to exchange, but we're all here. If the price is right, we'll trade."

Zhang Yuanzhu looked at Lu Yi, who was sincere, and the people who had no objection.

He walked to an open space on the side and took out a bunch of knives, swords, and boxes of elixirs from his arms.

For a moment, the rich aroma of medicine filled the space.

All the disciples looked at the items on the open ground with burning eyes.

"I need spiritual wood, the higher the quality, the better."

As the words fell, many disciples looked at each other.

Soon someone walked out from the crowd and took out a piece of emerald green wood from his arms.

The wood blocks are as green as jade and have a unique woody fragrance.

"Emerald Jade Spirit Wood, a spirit wood often used in refining low-grade magical instruments, I wonder if it's okay."

Zhang Yuanzhu carefully observed the spiritual tree in front of him.

It's a little small, and it's too difficult to cast a Nuo mask, but I'll get it first.

He nodded his forehead and pointed at the items on the ground.

"Pick it yourself."

"it is good."

The man did not hesitate to hand the emerald spiritual wood to Zhang Yuanzhu, and then began to observe it in the spiritual medicine.

After a moment, he pointed to a flower that looked like it was made of gold and said:
"The golden sunflower is beneficial to my practice, but its value is a little lower than that of the emerald jade wood. I need a sharp sword to make up for it." Zhang Yuanzhu did not understand the value of spiritual medicines, but as long as he could get what he wanted, he didn't need to care too much.

"Can!"

As the words fell, Zhang Yuanzhu picked up the wooden box containing the golden sunflowers and handed it over.

At the same time, the man picked up a sharp sword and retreated into the crowd.

However, it was only in exchange for a piece of spiritual wood, and no one walked out of the transaction.

Lu Yi observed for a while and couldn't help but speak:
"Brother Zhang, spiritual wood is rare. I wonder what else you need?"

Zhang Yuanzhu played with the emerald spiritual wood in his palm and confirmed that no one had any spiritual wood to exchange.

"Taoist scriptures, miscellaneous notes, spells, and techniques, regardless of their grade, can all be exchanged for spiritual medicine."

boom!
Everyone's eyes were burning with excitement. They were tempted by the idea that some Taoist scriptures and miscellaneous notes, which were of little use, could be exchanged for elixirs.

Moreover, scriptures can be copied, so they are more expensive than ordinary books.

One by one, they stepped forward, took out the scriptures and handed them over.

"'Water Tide Eliminates Later Troubles' and 'Nine Years of Cold Autumn' Observations' were only exchanged for a box of magic medicine."

"Can!"

"The Taoist Precious Scripture of Health Preservation, in exchange for a sharp weapon."

"Can!"

"Miscellaneous Notes on Sitting Sutra at White Crane Twin Springs" I want to exchange for the elixir.

"This miscellany already exists and will not be changed."

The elixirs and weapons in front of Zhang Yuanzhu disappeared at a speed visible to the naked eye.

The little girl standing in the corner looked at the figure sitting cross-legged on the ground with increasing curiosity.

Among the side doors, there are actually people who pay as much attention to scriptures and principles as they do.

Pity!
The girl felt regretful.

Before I could think about it, a pair of double pupils looked straight at me.

It is deep and profound, with no trace of the gentleness that it had when I first arrived.

Zhang Yuanzhu turned his head back to the right side and continued the transaction, exchanging all the elixirs and weapons in front of him.

He stood up, his expression gentle, his eyes revealing joy.

I didn't expect this trip to be so smooth. Everything I need is ready. From now on, I just need to focus on practicing.

"It's a pleasure to work with you. See you on your path to immortality someday."

"Brother Zhang, see you on the road of cultivation."

Everyone gave up.

Everyone was very satisfied with this transaction.

Zhang Yuanzhu nodded.

Turn around!

Walk down the mountain.

Suddenly, a voice came from behind him:
"Brother Zhang, it's getting late. Monsters and ghosts are lurking at the foot of the mountain. It's better to stay at Shidao Peak for a night before going down the mountain."

Zhang Yuanzhu waved his hand.

"Thank you for your kindness, but no need."

He strode down and soon disappeared from everyone's sight.

In less than a cup of tea, Zhang Yuanzhu had reached the edge of the mountain and stopped.

"We are far away from everyone here. If you have anything to say, just tell me."

"As expected of a genius who can wade through jungles and rivers, and fight his way out of monsters and ghosts, his perception is so sharp."

A little girl walked out from behind the rock, her lotus steps moving forward gracefully, like a swaying fairy flower.

"I have no ill intentions, I just want to make a deal."

"That's the price you pay!"

She stopped walking and stretched out her delicate hand, with a red wooden stake suspended in her palm.

The wooden stakes were so thick that they actually emitted waves of oppression, and one could faintly hear inexplicable roars.

"Dragon Blood Spirit Wood is used to create top-grade magical instruments and secret treasures. Rumor has it that it was formed from dragon blood dripping onto it."

"Dragon blood?"

Zhang Yuanzhu murmured, looking at the spiritual wood carefully.

(End of this chapter)