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Chapter 483 Exchange Meeting

After settling the guests from the Qinglan Chamber of Commerce.

Seeing that the agreed time had arrived, Huo Xinghuai gently tapped the table with his hand.

After everyone looked over, he smiled and said, "I am grateful to all of you fellow Daoists for giving me the face to take the time out of your busy schedules to attend this exchange meeting."

"Given the presence of several new fellow practitioners who are attending for the first time."

"So next, I'll briefly explain the general process of this exchange meeting."

He spoke politely, tactfully, and in detail, going on for a full quarter of an hour.

However, the content is not complicated because the rules themselves are extremely simple.

Huo Xinghuai talked more about related services or explanations, in order to make all participants feel convenient and unrestrained.

Generally speaking.

This exchange lasted for three days and consisted of three parts.

Only one step is done each day, and the extra time can be used to think things through or weigh the pros and cons.

Therefore, no one needs to be nervous or anxious; everyone can try to maximize their benefits.

Today is the first day.

The first step involved exchanging items in sequence.

Each True Lord present can take turns bringing out a spiritual item they don't need, introduce it, and then state their exchange conditions or exchange price.

If the others think it's a good deal, they can exchange.

The only mandatory requirement is that all participants must voluntarily offer something to participate in the exchange in the first round.

There are no other requirements.

There is no minimum value requirement for the items that can be taken out; theoretically, you can take out a low-grade spirit stone to make up the difference.

Of course, in reality, everyone generally assumes that it should be at least a mid-grade fourth-tier spiritual item, or a rare treasure.

The rest are just things like food, drink, accommodation, and transportation, which don't need much explanation.

"Well, let me set an example for the first item."

Huo Xinghuai took out a blue jade long-necked bottle about a foot tall and gently placed it on the table: "This bottle contains almost an entire bottle of toad skin miasma."

"I found it on a deserted island when I happened to be passing through the southern sea area 24 years ago."

"At the time, I was struggling to find a suitable vessel, so I specially commissioned this bottle."

"I originally intended to use it to refine some specific ancient elixir formulas, but who knew that over the years, the other auxiliary ingredients are still far from sufficient."

"Let's take it out today and see if any other fellow Daoists can use it."

"I think this bottle of toad skin miasma should be worth a mid-grade fourth-tier spiritual item, or some other spiritual item worth no less than 400,000 spirit stones."

Upon hearing this, everyone turned to look with interest.

The main issue is that Huo Xinghuai's asking price was clearly too low.

Although most people do not believe that the miasma of toad skin is equivalent to a mid-grade fourth-tier spiritual item.

However, they didn't mind exchanging two ordinary fourth-tier spiritual items with a total value of over 400,000 spirit stones.

"In that case, I am willing to exchange two Righteous Qi Fruits."

Lord Canye was the first to make an offer.

After all, toad skin miasma is indeed a rare thing.

Regardless of whether it's useful or not, let's just take it first.

Anyway, it's not expensive, so even if we lose money, it won't be a huge loss. We can just consider it as expanding the types of reserves for the Jade Leaf Merchant Guild.

The other sects were also somewhat interested, and their ideas were pretty much the same.

However, Xiao Chen, Qingping Sword Master, and other independent cultivators were not keen on it.

Finally, after some discussion, True Monarch Canye added an extra thousand mid-grade spirit stones to secure the deal.

"Then I'll take care of the second thing."

Then, True Monarch Mo Mei took out a jade slip and introduced it to everyone: "This inheritance jade slip comes from one of the ancient Qimen sects, the Golden Armor Tower, which is famous for its talisman and armor secret techniques."

"Its inheritance is complete, and its highest level can directly lead to the Nascent Soul realm, allowing one to refine fifth-tier rune armor."

"I originally had four opportunities to read it, but unfortunately I've already used up two of them."

"Originally, I wanted to learn this secret technique so that I could have another skill to make a living and also have a trump card to win unexpectedly."

At this point, Mo Mei Zhenjun sighed: "Alas~, I didn't expect this thing to be so difficult to master. I've wasted sixty years of my life and still haven't been able to get started."

"It's really hard to keep going now, so I might as well take it out and recoup some of my losses."

"I'm making this clear beforehand. If any fellow cultivators are interested, please make sure you have enough time and patience."

What he really meant was that people who lack comprehension or are eager to learn shouldn't worry about this.

"Even so, this is still a lineage that leads directly to the fifth rank."

Mo Mei Zhenjun carefully considered his words before speaking, "I would like to exchange this for a high-grade fourth-tier spiritual item, with priority given to earth-type spiritual items."

He did not state any further conditions.

The underlying meaning is that they will not accept exchanges for spirit items of lower quality than the fourth tier, and they will not accept purchases with spirit stones.

This is actually quite normal.

After all, everyone present was a Nascent Soul True Monarch, and they were naturally reluctant to give away the treasures they had accumulated to others.

In particular, Mo Mei Zhenjun mentioned twice that this lineage leads directly to the Divine Transformation stage.

Clearly, he felt this thing was very precious to him.

They might have already prepared to keep it in their possession and wait if no one wants to trade with them.

Of course, it's also possible that they set a high price first to raise everyone's expectations.

As the saying goes, "ask for an exorbitant price, then try to bargain."

This is what distinguishes the exchange fair from the auction fair; it leans more towards the primitive form of bartering.

Therefore, bargaining at exchange meetings is a common occurrence.

Unfortunately, perhaps because the difficulty described by Mo Mei Zhenjun was too high, some people were hesitant to try it.

Or perhaps his asking price was too high, deterring many people.

In short, after he finished speaking, everyone was silent for a few moments, and no one said anything.

This result clearly disappointed Mo Mei Zhenjun, causing him to frown slightly.

But he wasn't in a hurry. Instead, he put the jade slip away and smiled, "It seems that you fellow Daoists are still thinking. Let's move on to the next treasure."

It's worth mentioning that this is also a common occurrence at exchange events.

Mo Mei Zhenjun's words were not an attempt to make amends; they were, to some extent, a fact.

Because the number of fourth-grade high-quality spiritual items is quite limited, even among those present, there are hardly any extra fourth-grade high-quality spiritual items.

Therefore, since this matter is of great importance, everyone is bound to be cautious.

This is also the second thing that will appear in the exchange.

It's uncertain whether something better, or more suitable for our own situation, will come along later.

So even if someone was tempted, considering the potential cost, they would most likely choose to wait and see how things develop.

Especially if no one else has spoken up to compete, then there's even less of a rush.

It should be noted that True Monarch Momei has publicly expressed his intention to take action.

Since that's the case, if we can't reach an agreement today, we can continue talking tomorrow or the day after.

It cannot be ruled out that some cultivators, especially rogue cultivators, might be involved.

They might not be willing to exchange things in public, but instead choose to contact each other privately afterward.

Therefore, Mo Mei Zhenjun was slightly disappointed, but he didn't care too much.

Instead, he calmly gestured to show the next item first.

Seeing this, True Lord Lieque took out a fourth-order pearl and placed it on the table: "Then please take a look at my flawless luminous pearl."

It was just an ordinary mid-grade fourth-tier spiritual item; he only used it to join in the fun.

Then came the fourth treasure, the fifth treasure, and so on, all of which were displayed one by one in this manner.

And so they quickly arrived at the eighth treasure.

Hengyi Zhenjun took out a Spirit-Nourishing Treasure Box and placed it on the table. He didn't rush to introduce it, but instead opened the lid first.

Immediately, everyone present saw golden light shoot out, instantly bathing the entire garden in a golden hue.

What's even more surprising is that the golden light is brilliant and bright, but not dazzling.

Immediately afterwards, everyone felt a grand and enthusiastic aura coming from above, and even saw a faint golden glow forming above the Spirit-Nourishing Treasure Box.

"This time I brought a treasure of pure Yang energy."

Hengyi Zhenjun then spoke up, saying, "After verification, it should be a Blazing Sun Stone."

"This item is an extremely yang treasure, containing a wisp of intense yang fire energy, which completely overcomes all yin and cold things belonging to ice and water, and also has a very strong suppressive effect on yin energy and yin earth."

“It has been a priceless treasure since ancient times.”

"Now that the inner world of the Vast Ocean Secret Realm is about to open, I want to use this item to exchange for a means that can help me survive the tribulations within the inner world."

"I will not change my mind until the secret realm opens."

"In addition, you can talk to me about anything that can increase your self-defense capabilities. Maybe we can exchange it for something else."

Finally, Hengyi Zhenjun even gave himself a heads-up.

This should actually be the second part of tomorrow's event, but it doesn't matter, it's about the same sooner or later.

After a brief silence in the pavilion, a few soft sighs were heard.

In fact, everyone's attention was already focused on him after he took out the Blazing Sun Stone.

There was no need for further explanation; everyone already recognized that this was not only a high-grade fourth-tier spiritual item, but also one of the top-tier items.

Unfortunately, the conditions set by Hengyi Zhenjun were far too high.

The item for self-protection is one of the most valued spiritual objects by all cultivators, even the most prized ones.

In everyone's mind, its status is basically second only to the breakthrough spirit item, or even equal to it.

After all, having an extra item for self-defense could very well mean having an extra life in a critical moment!

Therefore, not to mention that self-protection items that can be effective against Nascent Soul True Monarchs are extremely rare.

Even if you have it and are optimistic about the Blazing Sunstone, you still need to carefully weigh whether it's worth it.

Those few soft sighs were enough to explain the situation.

"Fellow Daoist Hengyi, is there any other condition for exchange?"

Qingxiao Zhenjun watched with envy, feeling reluctant to part with it, and couldn't help but ask further questions.

However, Hengyi Zhenjun shook his head: "I'm sorry, I don't have any other ideas for the time being."

Upon hearing this answer, True Lord Qingxiao sighed in disappointment.

Even Xiao Chen frowned slightly, feeling a little regretful.

He is currently searching for extremely yang spiritual objects to forge a fully fused spiritual weapon for True Monarch Shattered Gold.

Since we've met at the exchange meeting, we naturally hope to secure the deal directly, saving ourselves the trouble of running around. The problem is, the conditions set by Hengyi Zhenjun are a bit too high.

Let alone that Xiao Chen doesn't have any life-saving spiritual items, even if he did, he might not be willing to give them away.

Even if he already has the Blade of Night, who would complain about having too much of that?

Therefore, although they were somewhat envious, they could only sigh inwardly.

However, Xiao Chen is not without hope.

It's important to know that there will be a free exchange phase later on.

For some True Lords, if no one is willing to exchange their possessions on the first day, but they do have a genuine need for them...

They may soften their stance later and lower the requirements slightly.

The core need of the True Lord of Balance is to ensure his safety within the inner realm.

There is actually some room for negotiation on this point.

The means to ensure safety do not necessarily have to be something that can save your life.

Many things can be discussed and agreed upon.

Of course, others may have similar ideas.

Hengyi Zhenjun waited for a while, but no one was willing to make the exchange.

So he put away the Spirit-Nourishing Treasure Box again: "It seems everyone needs to think it over more. Let's move on to the next treasure."

Then came several more True Lords in succession.

It seemed that everyone had already taken out their items.

Xiao Chen also began to consider what he should take out.

He actually possessed quite a few spiritual items of the middle grade of the fourth rank or higher, numbering in the double digits.

While others might be struggling with their own choices, they seem reluctant to part with what they have.

Xiao Chen, on the other hand, was hesitant about which item to choose.

Having so many spiritual items to choose from made it difficult for him to make a decision.

Fortunately, this problem is not difficult to solve.

Xiao Chen quickly found a very suitable item.

Seeing that most of the people had already participated in the exchange, he waited for the negotiation to be completed.

Then he took out a double-eared moon bottle and placed it on the table: "Well, I brought a bottle of Purple Light Divine Water this time."

"You should all be quite familiar with this."

"After taking it, it can accelerate the condensation of true essence, and sometimes it can also be used as an auxiliary material for some elixirs."

"I don't know its specific origin, but it was obtained from the Yin Corpse Sect's warehouse."

"Then I want to exchange for spiritual items that can help me cultivate magic, or rather, spiritual items that can help me comprehend the Great Dao, with priority given to wood-type spiritual items."

Oh?
After Xiao Chen finished explaining his exchange conditions, everyone present looked at him with surprise.

For them, treasures like the Purple Light Divine Water are extremely important, and because they are consumables, they are highly sought after.

It's the kind of thing that you should seize the opportunity to get, as long as the conditions aren't too unreasonable.

Many quick-thinking cultivators had already begun to consider what suitable fire-type spiritual items they possessed.

No one expected that Xiao Chen would prioritize wood-type spiritual objects.

What do you mean?
Why would someone who practices fire magic need a wood-type spirit object?

Although wood can be used to start a fire, it should also serve some purpose.

But it's definitely not as direct and convenient as a fire-type spirit item.

What is this doing?
No one would think that Xiao Chen is a cultivator with a wood elemental root.

It's not just because his fire magic has reached its peak.

More importantly, everyone believes that his high level of magical skill is due to the advantage he gained from comprehending the Dao.

If that's the case, then he must have comprehended the Great Dao of Fire.

There is absolutely no other possibility, otherwise it would be impossible to explain why someone who is not a fire elemental cultivator could cultivate fire techniques to such a high level in just a few years.

Many people felt a sense of curiosity.

Could it be that Xiao Chen is helping someone else purchase spiritual items?

That would be very interesting.

First of all, there aren't many cultivators with wood spirit roots, and more importantly, we have to exclude everyone present.

After all, if everyone is already there, why bother with all that?

The main reason is that what he wants to exchange is different from the previous ones, and there is basically no need for secrecy.

It should be noted that most of the True Lords in the Storm Sea have come today.

In other words, behind Xiao Chen, there should be another Wood Spirit Root True Monarch who didn't attend the exchange meeting today, and someone that no one recognizes.

This almost confirms the rumor that he may come from a reclusive lineage.

Otherwise, it would be almost impossible for a Nascent Soul True Monarch active in the outside world to remain completely silent.

Everyone was speculating, but while some were still amazed, they were still thinking about exchanging the spiritual items.

“I have a thousand-year-old ink vine here, which has been growing on the cliff for three thousand years.”

True Monarch Canye spoke first, saying, "If one refines this vine, one can comprehend its growth process, which will help one comprehend the Great Dao of Wood."

"But I wonder if Fellow Daoist Xiao is willing to make an exchange."

For him, doing business is always important, no matter when or where. He'll actively participate whenever the situation is right.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Chen nodded slightly, but did not immediately agree.

The exchange isn't just about one person making an offer; you might find something better if you wait.

Unfortunately, neither the Light-Splitting True Lord nor the Ink Plum True Lord, who were also interested in the Purple Light Divine Water, could produce a more suitable spiritual object.

Although True Lord Cheguang stated that he could offer two mid-grade fourth-tier wood-type spiritual items, which was equivalent to paying a premium.

However, Xiao Chen declined the suggestion and chose the Thousand-Year-Old Ink Vine instead.

For him, comprehending the Great Dao was the most crucial effect.

Several more spiritual items were then displayed.

Most of them are rare and precious materials obtained by chance, or secret techniques inherited from the ruins of the ancients.

However, most of them failed to attract Xiao Chen's attention.

Compared to those things, he paid more attention to the needs expressed by different Nascent Soul True Monarchs when explaining the conditions for exchange.

Don't underestimate this; it's extremely crucial intelligence!
With a little analysis, one can directly discern the directions in which the Nascent Soul True Monarchs present can be lured and exploited.

One can also roughly deduce the other party's purpose from the characteristics of some rare items.

For example, if someone is collecting a rare medicinal herb, they are most likely after a rare elixir recipe.

The same principle applies to the rest; they can all be considered information, whether large or small.

If someone were to organize it and put it out there, I believe many Golden Core cultivators would be willing to pay a high price to buy it.

However, none of the people present would actually do such a thing.

After all, everyone here is a Nascent Soul True Monarch, so they are neither short of spirit stones nor lacking in face.

More importantly, it would be embarrassing if word got out, and people might stop inviting him to such high-level exchange events in the future.

Soon enough, most of the cultivators had displayed the spiritual items they had brought.

Even Vice President Gu of the Qinglan Chamber of Commerce brought out a brocade of thousands of flowers and leaves.

It is said to be a brocade woven from fourth-order spirit silk using special secret techniques, originating from the Central Region. Its surface is indeed embroidered with a thousand different kinds of spirit flowers.

It can be used to make more complex robes or exquisite dresses.

This thing may seem useless, but it should not be underestimated.

Because that smooth-to-the-touch, seemingly not very thick brocade could provide protection almost equivalent to that of an ordinary spirit shield.

It serves both an aesthetic purpose and a practical function.

Of course, for its aesthetic appeal, the price isn't cheap.

The Thousand Flowers and Myriad Leaves Brocade alone is equivalent to a mid-grade fourth-tier spiritual item, and the reference price given by Vice President Gu is 550,000 spirit stones.

If you factor in the cost of subsequent processing, the total cost could easily reach 700,000 to 800,000 spirit stones.

If you add some fourth-tier jewelry, the total price could easily exceed one million spirit stones.

If it weren't for a powerful force or a wealthy True Monarch like Xiao Chen.

I'm afraid I should carefully consider whether I really want to spend such a high price.

After all, this is somewhat of a luxury item with a premium.

While everyone was pondering, Xiao Chen spoke up directly and asked, "I'll offer five thousand five hundred mid-grade spirit stones. Is that acceptable?"

These are man-made items, so you should be able to buy them directly with spirit stones.

After it's all over, we can have someone make a long dress and take it back as a gift for Su Li; that would be quite suitable.

"This item is priced at 5,500 mid-grade spirit stones in the Central Region."

Vice President Gu gently shook his head: "If it is traded in spirit items, the original price will apply. However, if it is traded in spirit stones, you will have to pay an extra thousand mid-grade spirit stones, which will be considered my profit."

This request isn't actually excessive, since he's in the business of reselling goods from both ends.

If you obtain a spiritual item, you can also send it over there to make a profit.

But if you sell it directly, you'll definitely have to add some costs.

Although a thousand mid-grade spirit stones sounds like a lot, it's not too expensive considering it comes from the Central Region.

"No problem, then add another thousand."

Without even blinking, Xiao Chen agreed. With a million mid-grade spirit stones at his disposal, he had no need to worry about such a small amount.

He had been thinking about giving a gift for a while, but hadn't come up with anything suitable.

Now that I've finally found a great gift, I certainly can't miss it.

"Fellow Daoist Xiao is truly generous!"

Vice President Gu immediately agreed upon hearing this.

The two parties exchanged money and goods on the spot.

And so their exchange ended.

At this moment, only the two Nascent Soul True Monarchs who had accompanied Vice President Gu had not yet taken out anything to exchange in the entire hall.

Everyone waited for two or three breaths.

After realizing this situation, everyone turned their attention to them.

Even Huo Xinghuai, the host, turned to look at them.

However, he did not urge them, but simply watched silently.

(End of this chapter)