I forge immortality with spiritual treasures.

Chapter 153 Tai Chen Star Gold
Sunset and moonrise.

The Wanbao Society brought out the Five Elements Essence, truly pushing the atmosphere to its peak. After that, there were also superior magical artifacts with perfect restrictions and exquisite form and quality, as well as treasures such as the ten-thousand-year-old shell pearl from the South China Sea, all of which were sold at exorbitant prices.

Ying Chan observed for a day but did not see the Tai Chen Star appear, so he was not too disappointed.

He knew, even if he didn't want to, that this Wanbao Gathering would last for ten days or more, and that at the beginning, middle, and end, there would be a great collection of treasures. Although Taichen Star Gold was valuable, it was not comparable to this kind of event.

It is more likely that we will see this item in the next few days.

Unfortunately, Wanshanfang Market was skilled in business. Although it revealed the names of many treasures that would appear at the fair, it could not explain the order of opening the fair.

Otherwise, Ying Chan could simply wait in Fenglu Tower; why would he need to go to Wanbao Boat every day?

Fortunately, he was easygoing; since things had come to this, he figured he might as well broaden his horizons and gain more knowledge.

For the next ten days or so, Ying Chan traveled between Wanbaozhou and Fenglulou.

Wanbaohui reopens at noon every day and closes temporarily at dusk.

During this period, Ying Chan would quietly observe from the Wanbao Boat. Most of the rest of the time, he would study Taoist books and refine his magical power in the Fenglu Tower, but sometimes he would also stroll around the boat market.

I also bought a few items, not very valuable, but each one had its own charm.

On this day, at Fenglu Tower.

While practicing his spiritual cultivation, Ying Chan found stillness and vitality. He opened the window and glanced at the night sky. Seeing the bright moonlight and knowing that sunrise was still a long way off, he decided to go for a leisurely stroll.

Each of the cloud-borne ships has a restaurant run by Xiu family; you should have tasted it these past few days and know that the food is quite good.

He had no intention of eating tonight, but as he passed by a restaurant, he suddenly remembered that the wine there was quite good. So he bought a dou (a unit of volume) and filled the gourd that used to hold the 'Hundred Fruit Wine'. He then drank the wine and wandered around as he pleased.

Admiring the dazzling lights and the myriad expressions of the crowd, intoxicated by the beauty of nature, is also a refined pleasure.

Traveling at a leisurely pace, stopping and starting, it took two or three hours.

At this moment, the sky began to lighten, resembling the belly of a fish. Ying Chan, having exhausted his interest, was about to look back at Fenglu Tower when a cloud-shaped boat passed by. Suddenly, a voice came from above: "Senior Brother!"

Ying Chan was all too familiar with that voice. He looked up and saw a young Taoist priest looking down from the overhead corridor.

Isn't that Li Xuanying?

Ying Chan raised an eyebrow slightly. Li Xuanying had already bypassed the suspended corridor and found the stairs to descend. He said happily, "I thought I was seeing things."

"But upon closer reflection, how could an ordinary person possess the same aura as my senior brother? So I tried calling out to him, and it was indeed correct."

At this moment, another Taoist priest followed unhurriedly, bowed, and said, "Brother Ying, it's been a long time."

"Senior Brother Xu."

Ying Chan returned the greeting and then asked with a smile, "When did you arrive?"

“It has been five days since then,” Xu Yuan said. “I heard that Brother Ying had already set off, but we only met today. It is truly unfortunate.”

"Except when the Wanbao Conference is held, I mostly cultivate in the Fenglu Tower."

Ying Chan said, "Today, in the stillness yet full of life, we have met, which is already a great destiny."

Upon hearing this, Li Xuanying shook his head: "In this bustling city, you, senior brother, are able to patiently cultivate in seclusion. I truly admire you."

Ying Chan smiled and, seeing the expressions on their faces, which suggested they were thoroughly enjoying themselves, said, "Did you just leave a banquet somewhere?"

“We came with Senior Brother Yao and Senior Brother Long, and we’ve had many banquets and feasts these past few days.”

Li Xuanying said, "Yesterday, we met Senior Brother Zhu and his group again. There were four or five of them, so we agreed to have a gathering tonight. They also invited a few fellow disciples... We really had a great time."

"It's a pity, it would have been better if I had met my senior brother half a day earlier."

"That would indeed be a missed opportunity."

Ying Chan also felt a little regretful, saying only, "There will be plenty of time in the future, and there will be other opportunities."

After chatting for a while, the golden rays of the sun had already painted half the sky. Ying Chan wanted to return to Fenglu Tower to rest for half a day before heading to Wanbao Boat, so he decided to part ways.

Xu and Li naturally wouldn't insist on keeping him, but before leaving, Li Xuanying asked, "When will Senior Brother return to the mountain?"

"We will return to the Immortal Abode at dusk today. We have agreed to meet on a high cliff overlooking the east. There should be a few other fellow disciples who will also be traveling with us."

"If you happen to be there at the right time, you can come with us, senior brother."

Ying Chan heard this, but he was helpless.

Although staying in this bustling city is not boring, returning to the mountains to cultivate oneself would certainly be more comfortable.

However, he has not yet received the Tai Chen Star Gold, and he himself does not know when he will return.

Li Xuanying knew the purpose of his trip and guessed it from his expression, so he said, "In that case, I will go ahead first and wish you a smooth journey, senior brother."

Ying Chan nodded in agreement and then parted ways with the two men.

Back in Fenglu Tower, taking advantage of the morning's leisure time, he began to refine his magical power again. Before long, a bright, mysterious light suddenly appeared on his body.

Last night was both quiet and vibrant, and there was a reason for it. After a period of tension and relaxation, a small barrier was naturally broken through.

He stepped back from his stillness, slowly opened his eyes, and a beam of mysterious light suddenly split off from his body, landing on a table not far away and transforming into a Ruyi scepter.

Its jade-like luster is warm and smooth, and its color resembles the clear blue lake after rain.

Ying Chan smiled faintly.

This jade ruyi was not a manifestation of magic, nor was it created by any kind of magic; it was simply a product of pure magical power.

Although it is not jade in nature, if one's cultivation and vision are not high, it is indeed difficult to distinguish between the real and the fake, and it can remain unchanged for decades.

The fact that he had condensed his magical power to the point where it could be materialized meant that he was one step closer to achieving the Great Perfection of Profound Light.

His cultivation had improved again, and Ying Chan felt a sense of joy. He glanced at the sky again and saw that it was almost noon.

He then got up with renewed energy and headed towards Wanbaozhou.

Ying Chan hadn't missed a single Wanbao gathering in the past few days. As soon as he entered the pavilion, Zhu'er greeted him with a graceful curtsy and said, "Honored guest, shall I choose a private seat for you?"

Ying Chan smiled slightly and replied, "Perhaps you needn't trouble yourself, young lady. I will go myself."

Pearl covered her lips and chuckled, saying, "How can that be?"

Having said that, she walked lightly, leading Ying Chan up to the upper floor to serve tea and burn incense.

Ying Chan was already familiar with the process. After sipping some tea, he saw the jade platform rise.

The man in the gorgeous clothes from the first day did not reappear; for the past ten days or so, a woman in a palace dress has been the one taking the stage.

This woman was actually fluent in speech and full of witty remarks.

Although Ying Chan only listened for amusement and did not listen carefully, he did not feel impatient.

However, as he listened, he couldn't help but change his expression, put down his teacup, raised his head, and looked down.

A slender young woman ascended the high platform, holding a tray in her hands, on which sat a square of gold in silk brocade.

Under the sun, that piece of gold was a clear, silvery-white color, like moon dew, like frost and snow, like shimmering water.

"Taichen Star Gold!"

Ying Chan felt a surge of joy.

As expected, the Tai Chen Star Gold was present at this Wanbao Gathering. If we can successfully acquire it, then the wait of the past ten days will not have been in vain.

(End of this chapter)