Immortality and Cultivation: I Have Too Many Talents

Chapter 368 A meteoric rise to fame (Please subscribe)
After leaving Tianxiang Pavilion, Shen Xuan went directly to Shenjian Pavilion.

He was certain that after using the [Thousand Transformations] technique, he could transform into someone else's appearance, and even spirit beasts with a keen sense of smell wouldn't be able to tell the difference.

Manager Hu naturally wouldn't recognize him.

They were completely unfamiliar cultivators.

In the VIP room, Shen Xuan got straight to the point and stated his request directly.

"I, Lei, wish to modify a magical artifact. I wonder if your shop has any experienced artifact-refining masters?"

"As long as you can afford the price, even a magical artifact can be crafted by our small shop!"

Manager Hu said proudly.

Divine Sword Pavilion is a cultivation shop directly under the Divine Sword Sect.

Behind them lies the support of the entire Divine Sword Sect.

No matter what, he was one of the Seven Emperors of the Song Dynasty.

There are still some third-tier weapon-refining masters in the sect.

Shen Xuan took out the Demonic Treasure, the Heavenly Staff.

"Please have the master craftsman modify this stick, refine the demonic materials inside, and add some materials that are compatible with water elemental energy."

Manager Hu examined it carefully, reached out to lift it up, and his expression changed.

It's too heavy!
He didn't even mention it.

Manager Hu looked surprised.

Only then did he realize that this magical treasure was of extremely high quality and weighed over ten thousand jin.

Ordinary Foundation Establishment cultivators cannot use it at all.

"Fellow Daoist Lei, please have a seat. I will go and invite Master Ouyang to discuss this further!"

"it is good!"

Before long, Manager Hu led in a burly, imposing man.

It was Ouyang Xing, a second-tier weapon-refining master from the Divine Sword Sect stationed in Weihai Immortal City.

"This is a top-grade magic treasure."

Ouyang Xing gently stroked the Hun Tian Staff and gazed at Shen Xuan as he spoke.

"Master Ouyang, could you forge this into a high-grade magic weapon that is compatible with water elemental power?"

"Yes, but it won't be cheap."

Ouyang Xing pondered for a moment and said, "By refining and extracting the Creation Demon Iron inside, and adding a certain amount of Sea Essence Profound Gold, it can be transformed into a high-grade magic weapon."

"Master Ouyang, what are the time and fees like?"

"It will take half a year and the renovation will cost 180,000 spirit stones."

Shen Xuan nodded.

The price was within his expectations.

Transforming a superior-grade magical artifact into a superior-grade magic weapon is a complete transformation, and the cost won't be low.

Is the price negotiable?

"Fixed price!"

Ouyang Xing explained, "Refining the Extracted Creation Demon Iron is alright; it just takes more time and furnace fire. But the Sea Essence Profound Gold is expensive to begin with, costing ten thousand spirit stones per pound."

"If you add ten pounds of this treasure to it, I'll only earn a meager living."

"Then I'll have to trouble Master Ouyang!"

Shen Xuan stopped haggling.

A spiritual contract was signed on the spot, and the Hun Tian Staff was handed over to Master Ouyang.

We agreed to pick it up in six months.

As for the renovation cost of 180,000 spirit stones, it is agreed that payment will be made upon delivery.

With the Hun Tian Cudgel in hand, Ouyang Xing was not afraid that Shen Xuan would renege on his debt.

……

After seeing Ouyang Xing off.

Shen Xuan inquired about the auction arrangements from Manager Hu.

Manager Hu had made a big deal and was in a good mood.

He presented Shen Xuan with a VIP card for the auction.

There was also an information jade slip, which was the "Weihai Immortal City Auction Guide" that Shen Xuan had read.

Shen Xuan pretended to scan the area with his divine sense.

"Manager Hu, I have some third-tier spirit branches here. I wonder if they could be included in the auction?"

"A third-tier spirit branch?"

Manager Hu was initially shocked, then his face broke into a forced smile.

"Fellow Daoist Lei, why don't you take it out and let me see it? If it really is a third-tier spirit branch, I should be able to get it into the auction after discussing it with my senior uncle who is presiding over the auction."

Shen Xuan took out a jade box, opened it, and inside was a branch of the Purple Essence Divine Wood, which was radiant with light and full of spiritual energy.

Manager Hu gasped.

It really is a third-tier spirit branch.

Any spiritual item used in cultivation, once it reaches the third rank, is extremely valuable.

Elixir, artifact, array, and talisman—they can be used in all aspects.

Manager Hu could tell at a glance that Shen Xuan was not lying.

A genuine Tier 3 spirit branch.

Unfortunately, the number of years is insufficient.

Otherwise, it can be used to forge a third-tier wood-attribute spirit sword.

Major sects will deliberately control cultivation spiritual objects of this caliber.

A true strategic resource.

“No problem, I guarantee that this spirit branch can be added to the auction items.”

Shen Xuan smiled.

"Manager Hu, could you please help me estimate the price?"

"Ah, well, even I, Hu, can't estimate that. At an auction, anything is possible."

"Let's estimate a starting price."

"Starting at 50,000 spirit stones."

Shopkeeper Hu said with some regret, "Although your spirit branch is of the third rank, it's a pity that it's not very old and is too thin."

"If it's old enough and thick enough, it can be used to forge a third-tier spirit sword, which would be incredibly valuable!"

Shen Xuan nodded.

Manager Hu was telling the truth.

If it were truly old enough, why would he put it up for auction?

Even the great demon of the Purple Divine Tree wouldn't trade it to Ye so easily!
"I have six more of these spirit branches; let's auction them off together!"

"what!"

Shopkeeper Hu was somewhat surprised as he looked at the seven identical jade boxes in front of him.

The cultivator surnamed Lei before them appeared even more mysterious.

"What? No?"

"Sure! Of course!"

Manager Hu came to his senses.

"The auction of all seven spirit branches together is highly sought after, and the auction price will be even higher!"

Shen Xuan had Manager Hu sign a spiritual contract, carefully stored the seven Purple Essence Divine Wood branches, and promised to insert them into the auction.

……

Afterwards, Shen Xuan strolled around Weihai Immortal City, disposing of some unnecessary cultivation items and unusable materials.

A total of over 30,000 spirit stones were recovered, which was better than nothing. The magical treasures of the four disciples of Medicine God Valley were too conspicuous, so Shen Xuan kept them for the time being.

Five days later, the auction in Weihai Xiancheng was successfully held.

Tier 3 spiritual items, Tier 2 high-grade magic weapons, Longevity Pills, Foundation Establishment Pills, various monster materials...

These precious, high-grade spiritual items attracted many cultivators from the surrounding area to bid for them.

The biggest buyers were powerful cultivation families such as the Wei family, the Lu family, and the Zhang family.

Many renowned, long-established Foundation Establishment cultivators also came to participate, concealing their identities.

Shen Xuan has a VIP card, and at the auction, there are dedicated private VIP boxes and service staff.

The master of Weihai Immortal City, True Elixir Immortal, personally oversees the area.

“This level of auction is mainly for Foundation Establishment cultivators; a Pseudo Core Formation cultivator would not lower themselves to attend.”

Shen Xuan observed the situation at the auction venue.

In name only, the Lord of the Immortal City is in charge.

In fact, True Core Immortal merely appeared on the main stage of the auction hall, emitted a powerful spiritual pressure, scanned the entire venue, and then hurriedly left.

They probably didn't find anything unusual and didn't want to waste time there.

The person truly in charge of hosting the auction was a deputy city lord of Weihai Immortal City, a fake Core Formation cultivator.

Shen Xuan had read the "Weihai Immortal City Auction Guide" in detail beforehand, knew the information about the auction items, and had already set his sights on them.

Among the many auction items, the iron-mouthed sea crocodile is a must-buy for him.

Such a high-grade second-tier demonic beast would be accompanied by a formidable competitor.

At least in the late stage of Foundation Establishment.

However, no one could change Shen Xuan's mind.

Even if it costs a high price, he is determined to get it.

In addition, he paid attention to the bidders for the Longevity Elixir.

See if the head of the Wei family is inside.

This level of longevity elixir can only be taken by those who are not true immortals.

Using a fully-fledged foundation is a waste.

Shen Xuan deduced that the only families with the real strength to bid for the Longevity Pill were the Wei, Lu, and Zhang families, all of which had ancestral masters who possessed pseudo-elixir cultivation.

As for the other families, let alone lacking financial resources.

Even if you have the financial resources to buy it back, without the strength, you'll only cause trouble.

It could even lead to the extermination of one's entire clan; a wise person would not do such a thing.

Meanwhile, in another VIP box.

The head of the Wei family and his entourage were seated there.

In addition to the Wei family head, Wei Anping, and Wei Yating, there was also a composed and steady mid-Foundation Establishment cultivator.

This person was Wei Yating's grandfather, Wei Xinghong.

"Father, Uncle Anping, someone has seen Patriarch Lu in Weihai Immortal City!"

"They won't cause trouble, will they?"

Wei Xinghong asked.

"That's possible!"

"The Longevity Pill is also needed by the Lu family patriarch."

The head of the Wei family said with a solemn expression.

"That Lu family is truly despicable! Our ancestors shouldn't have let them go back then!"

"If you don't cut the weeds at the root, they'll grow back in the spring! Now, the Lu family has become powerful and is going against us at every turn!"

The head of the Wei family glared at his son.

"Shut up!"

"He's over a hundred years old, and he's still so ignorant!"

Wei Anping interjected at the opportune moment to offer advice.

"Master, please don't be angry. Xinghong is just worried about the Ancestor."

"What's the use of being impatient!"

The head of the Wei family softened his tone.

"If there's something to discuss, let's go back and talk about it! This isn't the place to talk. In any case, let's buy the Longevity Pill first!"

“Father is right, I was too impatient.”

Wei Xinghong sincerely admitted his mistake.

The VIP boxes at the auction are equipped with sophisticated security measures that can shield them from external divine vision.

But it's still in the city of Weihai, not as secluded as the secret chamber on Baihe Island.

Many things are not convenient to discuss in depth.

Wei Xinghong changed the subject: "By the way, Father, didn't you say that the family's newly hired alchemist would be attending this auction?"

"Why hasn't he arrived yet?"

The auction is about to begin.

Master Shen has not yet contacted them.

"They might not have not come."

"Perhaps he doesn't want to bid with us."

"The head of the Wei family said calmly."

"Oh. This person acts mysteriously and his thoughts are hard to fathom."

Wei Xinghong said thoughtfully.

"Don't overthink it, just wait and see."

"Yes, father."

At this moment, the Wei family was unaware that Shen Xuan was in a similar VIP box, participating in the auction under the identity of another Thunder Magic cultivator.

Soon, the auction began, with various spiritual items for cultivation being bid on one by one, creating a lively atmosphere.

"The next item up for auction is an adult Iron-Mouthed Crocodile. The fatal wound is in its throat. The body is intact, and the demon core, claws, fangs, crocodile skin, and blood essence are all included."

On the auction stage, an old Foundation Establishment cultivator from the Divine Sword Sect, in charge of the auction, shouted passionately.

"A second-tier, high-grade water-attribute demon beast will 100% possess a high-quality demon core, enough to refine multiple excellent Foundation Establishment Pills. Its claws and fangs can both be used as materials for high-grade magic weapons. Crocodile skin can be used to make high-grade defensive soft armor magic weapons."

"Two thousand catties of top-grade demon beast meat, with almost no loss of essence and blood. Such a fine commodity is rare to see, so don't miss this opportunity!"

"Starting bid: 300,000 spirit stones, increments of 10,000 spirit stones!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the sound of bidding filled the hall.

"Three hundred and one thousand!"

"Three hundred and twenty thousand!"

"Three hundred and fifty thousand!"

Soon, the auction price of the Iron-Mouthed Crocodile exceeded 500,000 spirit stones.

It should be noted that a high-quality Foundation Establishment Pill costs only 50,000 spirit stones.

However, a second-tier high-grade demon beast, especially a powerful and ferocious beast like the Iron-Mouthed Sea Crocodile, is a treasure trove. It can be used for alchemy, artifacts, arrays, and talismans. It also contains two thousand catties of high-grade demon beast meat and complete essence blood, making it a strategic resource of the sect.

It is truly remarkable that the Divine Sword Sect could bring it out.

"Five hundred and fifty thousand!"

Shen Xuan immediately raised the price by 50,000 spirit stones, showing his determination to win.

This price attracted the attention of many cultivators present.

Countless divine senses swept over.

Many of these divine consciousnesses carried an air of intimidation and coercion.

(End of this chapter)