Misery: There is a pawn shop here

Chapter 159 The Seven-Day Term
Lifespan, love, friendship, family...

Compared to the frequency of Li Xuanxiao's transactions, Tan Wuyu's transactions were more frequent, numerous, and faster. Even though most of the pawned items from these people in the Bitter Realm were of very low value according to the system's assessment, the cumulative number was still considerable.

Tan Wuyu had not expected that after Zhang A's wife pawned her lifespan for gold and silver, so many customers would flock to her. Many people sacrificed their humanity just to get gold and silver, and the level of madness was astonishing.

"So the potential of the grassroots market is truly enormous." Li Xuanxiao chatted casually with Tan Wuyu through the chain patterns. "I never imagined that the talented Yue Zi would be born to open a pawnshop. How about considering making it a permanent position?"

"Ha, if the offer is right, I wouldn't mind considering it," Tan Wuyu chuckled softly, responding calmly.

Although Yue Caizi was not as wealthy as Butterfly Lord or Qin Jiaxian, he still had considerable assets. Or rather, with their level of cultivation, it was hard to say that they would struggle to make a living because of gold and silver. In the complex situation of the martial arts world, he was already overwhelmed by the endless schemers, so he naturally couldn't pay attention to the lives of ordinary people. He just didn't expect that as the disaster spread, the lives of ordinary people would also fall into such a state.

Ten thousand taels of silver could make a mother pawn off her remaining years.

One hundred thousand taels of silver could make a man abandon his lover and friends who had been with him for many years.

Given the extent of human desires, if a pawnshop exists solely because of these people, and given the endless nature of human desires, does that mean the pawnshop will never perish?

"Such an experience is also new to me. Unfortunately, time is running out, and I should reunite with everyone to discuss the counterattack against the Otherworld."

"Ha, go ahead."

Li Xuanxiao chuckled and then severed the connection. Tan Wuyu looked at the patterns on his hands, pondered for a moment, and then followed him toward Pingshan.

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Above Ping Mountain, clouds and mist swirled, creating a scene reminiscent of a fairyland. On a ten-mile-long futon, Lian Emei sat with her eyes closed, her aura flowing freely, seemingly merging with heaven and earth. Jin Bazhen stood to the side, holding a jade flute, his gaze warily sweeping the surroundings to guard against any potential intrusion. The seven-day deadline was approaching, and Lian Emei's cultivation was nearing completion. She awaited only the opportune moment to soar through Ping Mountain and confront the otherworldly demon realm.

At this moment, at the foot of Ping Mountain, as previously stated, Mu Shaoai arrived, followed by Tan Wuyu.

"It seems that timing really is everything." Seeing Tan Wuyu arrive, Mu Shaoai relaxed slightly and said, "How's the situation on your end?"

"Everything is normal. The Wansheng Rock has been broken from its seal, and the cleansing of the demonic influence is progressing. In fact, there's been more good news since I wasn't here."

"It was a stroke of luck. The Demon Realm sent troops to block us a second time, but their forces were limited. With the help of Yi Liu, we were able to succeed."

After the battle at Pingshan, the righteous sects failed to unseal the demons. So, after the great battle, Mu Shaoai devised a second plan to unseal the demons. With the assistance of Yi Liu and Gui Liangbingfu, he successfully shot down the black dragon with the Demon-Slaying Arrow. The five monks of Xuebo in Wansheng Rock were released and began to purify the demonic energy in various places, relieving the pressure on the righteous sects. The effect was remarkable.

"You two, can't you come up here and talk?" Jin Bazhen called out to the two men from the top of Ping Mountain. The two men smiled at each other and their figures transformed into rainbows as they climbed up to the top of Ping Mountain.

"Greetings, senior." The two bowed to Lian Emei.

Lian Emei slowly opened her eyes, her gaze reflecting the churning sea of ​​clouds. Her voice was like a clear spring cascading over stones: "No need for formalities. I already know about the matter of the Five Monks of Xuebo. The current situation is favorable to our side. Soon will be the perfect time to lift Ping Mountain up, and my internal energy will reach its full potential. At that time, Fojian Fenshuo and I will ascend to the summit of Ping Mountain. However, there is one matter that I need your two assistance with the others." Upon hearing this, Mu Shaoai quickly replied, "Don't mention assistance, Yunren, please speak frankly."

Lian Emei nodded and said, "Regarding the matter of Anuruddha's Eye, the Otherworld Demon Realm will definitely take some action. Yama and Hanba will definitely try to counter Anuruddha's Eye's ability to see through things."

“That… is indeed not impossible. I had considered it before, but I had not found a way to counter it,” Tan Wuyu nodded and said.

Although Yama Hanba was confident in his martial prowess and liked to break through the situation by force, Tan Wuyu could sense after several exchanges that the other party was not a pure brute. The information about Anallu's Eye had already been discovered by Ren Chenfu and had probably been reported back. It was normal for the Otherworld Demon Realm to be on guard, but this would undoubtedly make it more difficult to achieve its goal.

"I suspect that the otherworldly demon realm will likely be well-prepared, setting up layers of illusions to counter Anuruddha's Eye. To ensure the success of this operation, we must shift from defense to offense. We need someone to lead an army deep into the vast sea to disrupt Yama's countermeasures; otherwise, we fear our efforts will ultimately be in vain," Lian Emei said, frowning.

“Now we have a better understanding,” Mu Shaoai nodded.

"But venturing deep into the otherworldly demon realm will inevitably lead to a fierce battle. I cannot participate from the summit. Given the strength of both sides, we must plan carefully, especially regarding the black-robed demon and the Mad Dragon Laughing," Lian Emei warned.

Whether it was the black-robed demon or the Mad Dragon Laughing, their combat power was no less than that of Yama Drought Demon. This was undoubtedly a great test for Tan Wuyu and Mu Shaoai.

“Understood. Senior, you should focus on the matter of the Buddha Sword for now. We will handle the rest,” Tan Wuyu said.

"I'll leave this to you." Jin Bazhen said from the side, then she looked at Mu Shaoai, "Little Mu, how did it go?"

"We already have a direction for finding the medicine," Mu Shaoai replied. "I will make arrangements as soon as possible after this battle."

"Thank you."

"You're too kind, Mr. Yun. We'll take our leave now to prepare. Please come in."

After the discussion, Mu Shaoai and Tan Wuyu left in a hurry. Jin Bazhen, who was standing to the side, then spoke up again: "Good sister, that wicked Kuanglong, are you also worried that he will join forces with the Otherworld Demon Realm?"

"It's just speculation, but if that day ever comes, Lian Emei will have no choice but to put righteousness above family ties."

At the foot of Ping Mountain, knowing that a great battle was imminent, Tan Wuyu and Mu Shaoai dared not be careless or hesitant.

"Let's split up and head to Yiliu and Guiliang Military Prefecture respectively to seek reinforcements," Tan Wuyu said.

"When the Wansheng Rock was unsealed last time, Beichen Yuanhuang was injured. He may not send troops again this time. I will try my best to persuade him. But you..."

"Don't worry, everything is going smoothly at the pawnshop. Whether the key to this battle lies in the pawnshop is still unknown. Let's each do our own thing for now."

After saying that, Tan Wuyu hurriedly headed towards the Ghost Liang Military Mansion. Mu Shaoai shook his head as he watched Tan Wuyu's back, and then followed him towards the location of the Yiliu Sifang Platform.

(End of this chapter)