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Chapter 332 A Fortuitous Opportunity? (Report on Duties - Request for Subscription)

Lei Wuji's heart sank, and he hurriedly said, "Patriarch, if you feel this is not enough, my Lei family can think of other ways!"

"As long as we can acquire that Nascent Soul opportunity, we'll pay any price, as long as my Lei family can afford it..."

Xu Chuan raised his hand, stopping Lei Wuji's urgent words.

"Elder Lei misunderstands. It's not about how many chips there are, but rather that I cannot agree to this."

His gaze was calm as he looked at Lei Wuji and said, "Elder Lei should be aware of the current situation in Tiancang Prefecture."

Now, although the Lei family has an agreement with my Xu family to serve my Xu family for ten years.

However, this is a transaction, or it could be considered an alliance.

Elder Lei knew perfectly well what would happen to the Lei family if they didn't do this.

Mr. Xu promised that he would not, in any way, prevent your ancestor from attempting to form a Nascent Soul.

If he can overcome the tribulation of inner demons and achieve the Nascent Soul stage through his own abilities, it will be his good fortune and also a blessing for the Heavenly Cang Palace.

At that time, my Xu family will present a congratulatory gift, which will allow the Lei family to end their ten-year transfer period ahead of schedule.

Our two families can also treat each other as equals.

Upon hearing this, Lei Wuji's expression softened slightly, but he knew the important part was yet to come.

Sure enough, Xu Chuan changed the subject: "However, I will not offer any assistance, as the situation in Tiancang Prefecture is gradually becoming clearer."

If a new Nascent Soul cultivator were to suddenly appear, it could disrupt the current balance, which would be unfortunate for the Xu family.

These words are straightforward and realistic.

Lei Wuji opened his mouth, but found it difficult to refute.

From the Xu family's perspective, this is undoubtedly the safest option.

With another powerful demon in human form overseeing the situation, and with a peerless prodigy like Xu Chuan capable of fighting Nascent Soul cultivators at a higher level, it's only a matter of time before the Xu family takes control of Tiancang Prefecture.

It will definitely be successful within ten years!
"Furthermore, to speak frankly to Elder Lei, this opportunity to form the Nascent Soul has already been taken."

Lei Wuji pondered for a few moments, then raised an eyebrow and asked, "True Lord Lieyang?"

Xu Chuan smiled but did not answer.

He remained silent for a moment, then, with a last trace of resentment, asked in a hoarse voice, "Patriarch, please forgive my impertinence in asking one more question."

If there were someone in the Xu family suitable to break through to the Nascent Soul stage, would you relinquish that person?

Upon hearing this, Xu Chuan smiled calmly: "Of course not. I am not so generous as to be so selfless. I will naturally prioritize using the funds to help my people climb the Great Dao."

This is the foundation upon which the family stands.

The answer was crystal clear, shattering all of Lei Wuji's illusions.

Even if the Xu family has the opportunity to form a Nascent Soul, they will definitely give it to their own family first. If not, they will exchange it for the greatest benefit to the Xu family.

The Lei family and the Xu family are both in Tiancang Prefecture, so they can be considered competitors.

Although the Lei family is now under the command of the Xu family, Xu Chuan would not be concerned with just ten years.

The greatest fairness the Xu family could offer the Lei family was not to hinder the Lei family patriarch from forming his Nascent Soul and seeking the Dao.

Lei Wuji slowly stood up and bowed solemnly to Xu Chuan: "I understand what the patriarch has to say. Thank you for your frankness."

Regardless, the Lei family will uphold the ten-year agreement between the Lei and Xu families.

As for the matter of the ancestor...

"Alas, it all depends on his own fate."

"It's good that Elder Lei understands." Xu Chuan also stood up and saw Lei Wuji to the hall door. "The path to enlightenment is difficult, and everyone depends on their own destiny."

Perhaps your esteemed ancestor can break through this bottleneck on his own and attain the Nascent Soul stage!

"Thank you for your kind words, Master." Lei Wuji smiled wryly, cupped his hands, and took his leave.

Xu Chuan watched Lei Wuji leave, his gaze deep and thoughtful.

The opportunity to form a nascent soul is captivating, but he values ​​the stability and controllable future of his family even more.

He had gradually gained control of Tiancang Prefecture and did not want any further complications.

Moreover, he had also calculated that the Lei family patriarch's foundation was weaker than Mo Wentian's. If he could cultivate his supernatural powers to perfection, he might have a slight chance.

However, it requires the assistance of a naturally occurring lightning-type spiritual object.

Unfortunately, innate spiritual objects of the lightning element are extremely rare.

The Xu family obtained more than fifty innate spiritual items this time, including items of all three grades: superior, middle, and inferior, and items with the five elements attributes. However, they only obtained one ice-type spiritual item outside the five elements.

Tiancang Sect.

"Elder, we have not found a fourth-tier precious medicine to treat the damage to the soul." Qingmu Zhenjun and the other Golden Core elders stood before Xi Daoyun, all bowing their heads.

Xi Daoyun sighed softly, "So be it, it's fate."

"Aoki, you and Hyogan stay behind, everyone else, disperse."

"Yes, Supreme Elder."

Soon, only the three of them remained in the main hall.

Xi Daoyun glanced at the two of them and asked, "What are your thoughts on the Nascent Soul opportunity that Xu Chuan mentioned? Do you think it's true or false?"

Seeing that the two remained silent, Xi Daoyun called out, "Qingmu, you speak."

"Elder, I believe it to be true. Xu Chuan is not the kind of person who makes empty boasts."

Xi Daoyun frowned slightly when he thought of Xu Chuan, and said calmly, "Then why do you think he did this? The opportunity to form a Nascent Soul is precious. Wouldn't it be better to save it for his own future use when he forms his own Nascent Soul?"

“He must have some plan, but I can’t figure out what the purpose of the plan is for the time being.”

"Indeed, Xu Chuan is a man of such deep cunning and far-sightedness that I have never seen before in a thousand years. Who can truly see what he is thinking?"

After a pause, he continued, "Since the opportunity to form the Nascent Soul is real, then this is the last chance for my Heavenly Azure Sect to turn things around. I will use all my resources to fight for it."

However, within our sect, both of you have the opportunity to form your Nascent Souls, but there is only one such opportunity.

Upon hearing this, True Lord Qingmu and True Lord Bingqian exchanged a glance, then both lowered their heads and remained silent.

After a moment, True Monarch Bingqian raised his head and said, "Elder, if my Tiancang Sect can obtain the opportunity to form a Nascent Soul, then let us hand it over to Senior Brother Qingmu."

Bingqian was confident that he could cultivate his supernatural powers to perfection, at which point he could also attempt to break through to the Nascent Soul stage.

"Junior brother, you..." True Monarch Qingmu looked over in surprise.

Xi Daoyun nodded and said, "Bing Qian, it's good that you're willing to withdraw. Then it's settled. If you get the opportunity to become a Nascent Soul cultivator, then give it to Qingmu."

"Aoki, come with me to the cave."

"Yes, Supreme Elder."

Seeing the two leave, True Monarch Bingqian sighed softly: "The Heavenly Azure Sect is ultimately the Heavenly Azure Sect of the Xi family!"

He then returned to his cave.

He knew that even if he wanted to compete, with Xi Daoyun still alive, he could never win against Qingmu Zhenjun.

Even if we take a step back and assume that True Lord Qingmu doesn't want to compete, Xi Daoyun and the entire Xi family will force him to compete.

This is the only way to continue the Xi family's glory.

Since we already know the outcome, it's better to withdraw voluntarily and preserve our brotherhood.

Xi Daoyun Cave.

With a flick of his sleeve, Xi Daoyun sent out a wooden box that landed in the hands of Qingmu Zhenjun.

"Elder, what is this?"

"A top-grade wood-type spiritual object, originally intended to be left to an outstanding member of the clan, but now my Xi family needs a new strong person to take charge."

It can help you comprehend the myriad wood supernatural powers, and there is a considerable chance that you will comprehend them to perfection.

"In that case, you can barely shoulder the responsibility of my Xi family."

"Elder, you..."

"I won't hide it from you anymore. With my injuries, even if I don't fight again, I won't live for more than twenty years, or even less."

If my Xi family declines, countless people will surely want to devour it.

However, how could I let them have their way? If I fail in this contest, I will use my accumulated knowledge over thousands of years to find a way out for my Xi family.

You should be clear that leaving certain things in the Xi family will actually bring them great trouble.

It's better to use it sooner rather than later to strengthen our own capabilities.

"Disciple understands." True Monarch Qingmu's heart was heavy.

"Go ahead. Three months from now, you'll accompany me to the Yunxi City High-Level Trade Conference."

"Yes, Supreme Elder."

Qingmu Zhenjun left his cave dwelling, erected a beam of light, and flew back to his own cave dwelling.

He was filled with emotion.

No one could have imagined that the Tiancang Sect, which had stood for over two thousand years, might be brought to an end by a new family that had only risen to prominence in the last two or three decades.

Not just the Tiancang Sect.

The top powers of the Greedy Wolf Mansion are also determined to obtain that opportunity to form the Nascent Soul stage.

Their competition is much fiercer than that of Tiancang Prefecture.

In particular, the ancient Youcheng was destroyed by Qi Tianxiong, but it was not until hundreds of years later that it was rebuilt and established.

They constantly yearn for the Ancient Nether Sect to reappear in the world, to destroy the Greedy Wolf Sect, and to wash away the shame of the past.

There are also the three top families: Sima, Nie, and Chao.

With a thousand-year-old heritage, they also aspire to go even further, just like the Mo family.

Soon.

The Golden Core cultivators who participated in the appearance of the Innate Secret Realm returned to their respective families, sorting out their gains while considering the Yunxi City Auction and High-Level Trade Fair.

Resources are ultimately just resources; most of them cannot be directly converted into strength.

Therefore, they all plan to digest it in the near future to enhance their own or their family's strength.

They sent many of their clansmen to Yunxi City to gather information.

at the same time.

A large number of independent cultivators, and even some demonic cultivators, have arrived in Yunxi City.

"Is this Yunxi City?" An old Golden Core cultivator from the Demonic Path looked at Yunxi City and couldn't help but sigh, "I heard that this city was only established a few years ago, but it is already so prosperous."

The Xu family's methods are truly remarkable.

Perhaps in a few decades or even a hundred years, they will completely surpass the Greedy Wolf Sect and become the number one power in the two prefectures.

"Stop and show your Yunxi token. If you don't have one, you will need to pay an entrance fee of one spirit stone to stay for one day. If you want to stay for a longer period, you can apply for a temporary residence token."

With this token, you can check in at various inns, restaurants, and cave dwellings throughout the city.

The old man was stopped at the city gate by a late-stage Qi Refining cultivator dressed in armor.

He frowned, and a wisp of golden core pressure spread out, causing everyone around to tremble. The armored youth who had stopped him was even blasted away.

"He's actually a Golden Core cultivator!"

"They must have come after hearing about the auction and the high-level trade fair."

"Perhaps they are people who have returned from Taihe Lake."

"What, do I have to pay an entrance fee to enter the city?"

The captain of the city gate guard team felt the pressure from the Golden Core cultivator. He swayed and rushed to the old man's side, bowing respectfully, "Greetings, Senior."

“Golden Core cultivators naturally don’t need to pay the city entry fee,” the team leader said with a smile. “However, they need to obtain the temporary residence token, otherwise they cannot check into the city.”

Please abide by the rules, senior. These are the rules personally set by the True Lord of Withering and Glory.

However, this is unnecessary during the auction in March.

The old man frowned, and after a moment said calmly, "Then give me the temporary residence token."

"Please accept this, senior."

The squad leader patted his storage bag, took out a token, and presented it with both hands.

The old man took the token, flicked his sleeves, and strode into Yunxi City.

"Keep queuing!"

The squad leader gave a soft shout, and order was immediately restored at the city gate.

The young man in armor who had just stood up was furious. "If he dares to cause trouble in the city, he'll definitely suffer."

"Stop talking, this has nothing to do with you." The squad leader lowered his voice and said, "That old man is no ordinary Golden Core cultivator. His aura exudes wisps of murderous energy, so he should be a rogue cultivator from the demonic path."

The City Lord's Mansion had made it clear that demonic cultivators from the Greedy Wolf Mansion would be attending this auction.

You should know what kind of people they are.

If you really anger me, I'll kill you on the spot and leave without a trace; even the City Lord's Mansion can't do anything about it.

The armored youth trembled and immediately bowed, saying, "Thank you, Captain, for saving me."

"No problem, we're all brothers."

"However, when you're on duty recently, you should be more respectful to everyone, otherwise you might offend some senior expert and not even know how you died."

"Got it, Captain."

not far away.

Xiao Zhan and the other six people observed quietly.

Of the seven, four were recruited, three were controlled by Xu Chuan, and three stayed behind to guard the place.

They were also servants of Xu Chuan.

No matter how muddle-headed Xiao Zhan is, he wouldn't leave someone who isn't one of his own in his lair.

"The Xu family of Yunxi is indeed remarkable. They have strict rules and regulations. They have been able to develop in just two or three decades. In addition to the strength of True Monarch Kurong and others, they are also good at management and business."

A refined middle-aged man dressed as a scholar smiled faintly.

"Chairman, let's go see how the Xu Family Chamber of Commerce is managed. Maybe we can learn something from it," a bald man said to Xiao Zhan with a smile.

"The key is that they are strong enough, so there's very little effect from borrowing from them," Xiao Zhan said calmly. "But we can go and see what good stuff the Xu family has."

This is a good opportunity to get rid of some things we don't need.

As for those five innate spiritual treasures…

At this point, several of the others had a glint in their eyes.

"The four portions will go to the president, one of which will be given to you, scholar, and the others will also receive corresponding rewards."

"Thank you, Chairman." The Blood-Handed Scholar clasped his hands in a fist and smiled, his face always maintaining a refined smile.

The others looked on with envy.

However, this scholar-like man was also Xu Chuan's servant.

We should keep the good stuff within the family!
How could Xiao Zhan easily distribute a treasure like a primordial spiritual object to an outsider? He would need Xu Chuan's permission for it.

"Let's go into the city."

That night, Xu Chuan sent a message to Xiao Zhan, asking him to meet at Dengxian Pavilion in the South District the next day.

The next day.

Xiao Zhan told everyone to go out and explore on their own.

He calmly changed into a low-key cloud-patterned brocade robe, went out alone, and headed straight for Dengxian Pavilion, where the South District was located.

Each of the four major urban districts—east, west, south, and north—has an Ascension Pavilion, facilitating the purchase and sale of goods by cultivators in their respective districts.

Although Dengxian Pavilion cannot handle all the business, it is definitely the first choice for cultivators in Yunxi City and those from other places.

The city built by the Xu family was naturally a place where the Xu family profited while other forces only got scraps. Their business wasn't just about buying and selling immortal pills, talismans, arrays, and artifacts; it also included inns, cave dwelling rentals, cultivation tower rentals, magic robes, restaurants, spirit fish breeding, and much more—it covered virtually every aspect of life.

And it's not just business with cultivators; the Xu family also does business with mortals.

It's impossible for everyone in Yunxi City to be a cultivator.

Even if cultivators unite, the probability of giving birth to a mortal is still relatively high.

Most of the members of each family are ordinary people.

Because of the spiritual energy, most mortals in Tiannan can live to be seventy or eighty years old if they live a peaceful life, and some even live to be over ninety.

However, not all of these mortals know how to practice martial arts.

Some accept their fate, have children, do small business, and live an ordinary life at the bottom of the food chain.

However, some also form cliques and establish mortal organizations to earn resources, pay tribute to and win over cultivators, so that they can go further on the path of martial arts.

Also in order to further expand their own power.

Yunxi City has only been established for a few years, yet such a mortal gang organization has already emerged.

The Xu family did not stop them; they were allowed to grow wildly for the time being.

When the new martial arts truly spread to Tiannan, that will be the time for the Xu family to take action and rectify the situation.

Prior to this, Xu Chuan would not allow anyone from the Xu family of Yunxi to practice the new martial arts, lest it be discovered.

South District, commercial area.

Xiao Zhan arrived in front of a magnificent pavilion. There were many pavilions and shops nearby, but this pavilion was particularly grand.

This pavilion is five stories high, covering an area of ​​several hundred acres, and is constructed entirely of spirit wood.

With its flying eaves and bracket sets, carved beams and painted rafters, and faintly glowing spiritual light, the entrance is adorned with an ancient plaque bearing three large characters that exude Taoist charm—Dengxian Pavilion.

The Dengxian Pavilion is magnificent, yet it does not feel aggressive; instead, it exudes a sense of profound heritage and inclusiveness.

Xiao Zhan stepped in.

The first floor was the most spacious, bustling with people and incredibly lively.

This area is designed for Qi Refining stage cultivators. The shelves, counters, and display areas are filled with a dazzling array of first-tier pills, talismans, magical artifacts, spiritual herbs, ores, cultivation manuals, jade slips, and more.

With a wide variety of products and reasonable prices, it is a popular place for low-level cultivators to replenish their supplies.

The main trade is in spirit stones, but we also accept trades for some rare spirit herbs and spirit ores.

The second floor is much quieter and is mainly for Foundation Establishment stage cultivators.

The quality of goods has significantly improved, with all magical artifacts being of superior quality, including top-tier artifacts and even artifacts with one or two patterns.

The pills are all second-tier pills, and occasionally even pills that break through the cultivation level will appear.

There are a few private rooms available here, which can be used for more private or large-scale business negotiations.

The number of cultivators here was more than half that on the first floor, but each one exuded a calm aura and had a refined gaze.

Starting from the third floor, a clear spiritual energy restriction surrounds the stairwell entrance, preventing those without a Golden Core stage cultivation level or above, or those holding a special token, from entering.

The third floor is designed for Golden Core cultivators, and the items on display are already considered top-quality, with third-tier pills, magic weapons, spiritual materials, and secret techniques starting to appear.

The trading methods have also become more flexible. In addition to spirit stones, they have begun to accept barter or a combination of some items and some spirit stones.

There are also elegant and secluded private rooms with complete security measures, for distinguished guests to conduct transactions privately.

The restrictions on the fourth floor are similar to those on the third floor. Although most of the items on the fourth floor are fourth-tier items or extremely valuable third-tier items, they are almost all treasures of the pavilion.

One can also ascend to the Golden Core stage.

After all, there are only a handful of Nascent Soul cultivators in the entire Tiancang Prefecture, so it's highly unlikely that they would come to purchase them in person.

As for the fifth floor, it is not open to the public; it is where the core managers of the Ascension Pavilion handle their affairs.

Xiao Zhan was led up to the fifth floor to wait in a quiet room.

A moment later, the side door of the quiet room slid open silently, and a figure in a blue robe stepped in—it was Xu Chuan.

He was reserved and composed, like an ordinary person.

"Greetings, Your Majesty!" Xiao Zhan immediately stood up, his expression respectful, and bowed deeply.

"Fellow Daoist Xiao, no need for formalities, please sit." Xu Chuan casually sat down in the main seat and gestured for him to sit.

Xiao Zhan sat down as instructed, took out a storage bag that had been prepared beforehand, and presented it with both hands: "Your Excellency, this is all the spoils obtained by the Demon Heaven Merchant Guild during this trip to the Innate Secret Realm. Please take a look."

Xu Chuan took the storage bag and scanned it with his divine sense. The various resources inside were categorized and organized in an orderly manner.

He nodded slightly, placed the storage bag aside, and asked, "How is the Chamber of Commerce developing? Is it going smoothly?"

Xiao Zhan straightened his posture and began to report methodically: "Reporting to Your Majesty, the Chamber of Commerce is currently developing rapidly and is gradually expanding outwards."

Although they had been robbed before, it was all minor and insignificant.

The production and sale of low-level pills, talismans, and magical artifacts have generated stable revenue, while the acquisition and auction of mid- to high-level resources are gradually expanding.

Currently, there are ten Golden Core cultivators in the Chamber of Commerce, including myself.

To ensure the core members maintain control, I don't plan to recruit any other Golden Core cultivators for the time being, lest they turn the tables and take over.

Xu Chuan nodded slightly.

Xiao Zhan glanced at Xu Chuan and continued, "As for Foundation Establishment cultivators, there are over 360 in the early stage, over 100 in the middle stage, and over 50 in the late stage."

There were also thirty-two people who reached the state of perfection.

There are over 1,600 people in the Qi Refining stage.

Xu Chuan listened quietly, pondered for a moment, and then said, "The development momentum is indeed rapid, but we must pay attention to the control of personnel and prioritize loyalty."

Increase covert surveillance and deal with any unruly elements promptly.

The treatment of Qi Refining and Foundation Establishment cultivators could be appropriately improved to win their hearts and minds.

Furthermore, the chamber of commerce must firmly hold all the power within its own hands.

"Please rest assured, Your Excellency. The rest are only at the early to mid-stages of the Golden Core realm. A few scholars and others have been secretly cultivating relationships with the other elders of the merchant guilds, so I can keep track of their movements at any time."

Xu Chuan nodded, looked Xiao Zhan up and down, and said, "Eighth level of Golden Core, that's progress, but still not enough."

As he spoke, he brushed his hand across the storage ring, and two porcelain bottles immediately appeared on the table.

"Take these two bottles of pills. One of them is a high-grade Haoyuan Pill, which is enough to allow you to reach the peak of the eighth level of the Golden Core stage within ten years."

The other bottle contains five top-grade Golden Essence Pills; one of them is enough to help you break through your bottleneck and reach the ninth level of the Golden Core stage.

The rest is up to you to decide, and you may bestow the rewards upon the other chamber of commerce elders.

Furthermore, of the five innate spiritual objects you obtained, the low-grade metal-type spiritual object will be useful to you. You can use it to comprehend supernatural powers and quickly achieve mastery of them.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Zhan was first taken aback, then overjoyed!

High-grade pills suitable for improving mana in the late Golden Core stage, and also high-grade pills for breaking through bottlenecks!
These are all rare and precious items.

Even Nascent Soul cultivators might not be able to produce too much at once.

He quickly rose from his seat and bowed deeply again, his voice trembling slightly with excitement: "Your subordinate thanks Your Majesty for your generous gift! I will do my utmost to live up to Your Majesty's expectations and manage the Demon Heaven Merchant Guild well for Your Majesty!"

"Your magic weapon is still a mid-grade magic weapon, isn't it?"

"Yes, Lord."

"When you have mastered your supernatural powers, I will give you a top-grade gold-type flying sword magic weapon when we meet again."

"Thank you, Lord."

"Get up," Xu Chuan said calmly. "Improve your strength as soon as possible. The Chamber of Commerce needs you to truly stand on your own. As for the resources in this storage bag..."

He paused for a moment, then continued, "Among the spiritual herbs and materials, I will only take some that are lacking or scarce in the Xu family's treasury."

The rest you can take back yourself for the future development of the chamber of commerce, for transactions, or for recruiting talent, etc.

How you use it is up to you.

"Yes! I will remember!"

Xiao Zhanzhen was filled with overwhelming excitement.

A top-grade magic weapon!
The Greedy Wolf Mansion has several rogue cultivators at the Golden Core stage who have achieved great supernatural powers, but none of them possess high-grade magic treasures.

It is evident that it is exceptionally precious!
Once he reaches the ninth level of the Golden Core stage and his supernatural powers are fully developed, he will be able to establish a firm foothold in the Greedy Wolf Mansion.

Although its current scale of influence ranks among the top.

However, if they encounter a true True Monarch-level expert targeting them, the Demon Heaven Chamber of Commerce will be in a very passive position.

Xu Chuan briefly explained a few things that needed attention before ending the meeting.

Xiao Zhan bowed again to take his leave and quietly departed from Dengxian Pavilion, his figure disappearing into the bustling streets.

With a barrage of recognition, encouragement, rewards, and promises, Xu Chuan felt that even without the soul-binding restriction, Xiao Zhan would work hard for him for a period of time.

To continue, you have to keep using psychological manipulation until he completely accepts that he is a member of the Xu family deep in his soul.

Just like a certain dragon!

Xu Chuan's divine sense has not yet broken through to the Nascent Soul stage, so it is still somewhat difficult for him to completely restrain a fourth-order transformed demon.

If he were willing to risk the backlash to break the contract's restrictions, he could still do it.

Of course, the cost will be high.

Unfortunately, he wouldn't have that thought at all now.

Although his rebellious nature remained, that was only towards outsiders; he was still very caring towards his own family.

They even treated them like their own nephews and nieces.

Xu Chuan would no longer restrict him, because he knew that Mo Yue had already regarded the Xu family as his stronghold and his home.

After a carefree trip outside, one always returns home.

"Xuanming Grass, I never expected to get this spiritual herb from Xiao Zhan. The opportunities in the Innate Realm are truly countless."

Xu Chuan sighed softly, regretting that he hadn't been able to get in.

Many Golden Core cultivators may not recognize this fourth-tier spiritual herb.

It is the main ingredient for refining the fourth-tier pill, Xuanming Pill, whose sole function is to weaken the Golden Core barrier, making it as valuable as the Tribulation-Crossing Pill.

That's right, this is a pill that helps with Nascent Soul formation.

Even those who have not yet fully mastered supernatural powers and have reached the Golden Core stage can generally achieve the first step of nurturing an infant within the elixir.

However, breaking through to the Nascent Soul stage is extremely difficult.

The Xuanming Pill is an ancient elixir used to assist in this process of forming a nascent soul.

As for the tribulations of inner demons, they are incredibly varied and not necessarily overcome by those with greater strength. Some who have not yet mastered their supernatural powers also have a chance of succeeding.

For them, this second step was the most difficult.

"This Xuanming Grass needs to be cultivated in large quantities. Perhaps we can try the method of dividing the plant. With my supernatural powers, I should be able to grow it."

Xu Chuan smiled slightly, flicked his sleeve, and ignored the third-order array restrictions outside the Immortal Ascension Pavilion, transforming into a streak of azure light and escaping.

Comprehending supernatural powers is difficult, and Xu Chuan felt that even among his descendants, not everyone could achieve mastery and perfection in supernatural powers.

The Golden Core stage will be a major bottleneck.

The Xu family will have a considerable number of Golden Core cultivators in the future.

With the Xuanming Pill, even ordinary Golden Core cultivators now have a path to advancement.

Back at the Xu residence, Xu Chuan gave orders to the Xu family to collect the auxiliary ingredients for the Xuanming Pill. Since the main ingredient, Xuanming Grass, was already available, the auxiliary ingredients would be easier to obtain.

Of the seven high-grade spiritual herbs, five are found in the "Xu Family Grotto-Heaven" herb garden.

As for the Crossing-Away Pill, its three main ingredients are Crossing-Away Lotus Seed, Bodhi Saliva, and Heart-Clearing Flower. The latter two were obtained in this secret realm.

However, there is no lotus seed for crossing the river.

Of course, what Xu Chuan wanted even more was the Heart Lotus of Salvation, which could produce nine Salvation Lotus Seeds every thousand years. If he could obtain it, he would have a continuous supply of Salvation Lotus Seeds in the future.

However, this lotus is of a fifth grade, even rarer than the Xuanming Grass, and almost extinct in the outside world.

Perhaps it can only be found in the herb gardens of innate secret realms and some ancient sect secret realms.

a few days later.

A message from Dengxian Pavilion in Dongcheng District indicates that a Golden Core demon cultivator has brought out a Void Stone, intending to consign it for auction at the Yunxi Auction in three months.

Guan first went to Chen Changge, then to Ye Fan, and finally to Xu Chuan.

"Void Stone?"

Xu Chuan's gaze narrowed slightly; this was an extremely precious and special spiritual object.

It cannot be used directly for weapon crafting, but top-tier weapon crafting masters can add spatial attributes to some magical treasures, greatly increasing their power.

It can also be used to forge magical treasures for creating small spaces.

This space can accommodate living things.

"De Ling." Xu Chuan sent a message to Xu De Ling, saying, "Someone at the Dengxian Pavilion in the East District has brought out a Void Stone to participate in the auction three months from now. Go and take a look."

Let's see if my Xu family can secure it ahead of schedule.

"Void Stone, this is an extremely rare material. Who brought it out?"

"Demonic Golden Core".

"That shouldn't have come from the Innate Secret Realm, right? Logically speaking, with the four Nascent Soul forces monitoring it, there shouldn't be any omissions."

"Perhaps it was obtained by chance. You should come over. Your grandfather wants to use this kind of treasure to conduct an experiment. If it is useless, he will give it to you to try refining weapons."

"Understood, Grandfather."

Xu Deling ended the message and immediately left Tianling Sect, flying towards Dengxian Pavilion in the East District.

at this time.

Dengxian Pavilion, third floor.

In a private room.

A steward from the Wu clan, who had reached the Foundation Establishment stage, was there to entertain them.

Today, the Wu clan has dozens of members who have reached the Foundation Establishment stage, and some second-generation members of the Wu clan have even reached the Foundation Establishment stage.

They were all assigned to some important industries of the Xu family.

Such as the steward of Xu Mansion, the steward of the City Lord's Mansion, the steward of Dengxian Pavilion, and so on.

"Please wait a moment, senior. I have already sent a message to the master, and someone will come to discuss this matter with you shortly."

The old demon cultivator at the Golden Core stage was of medium build, with graying hair and beard. He wore a slightly worn black Daoist robe with several dark red twisted patterns embroidered on the hem.

He had a gaunt face with deep wrinkles, and a gray-white beard several inches long under his chin.

The old man's eyes were slightly closed, as if he were resting, but occasionally when he opened and closed them, a deep and shrewd light flashed in the depths of his eyes.

The private room was filled with the gentle fragrance of sandalwood incense and was completely silent.

The old man nodded slightly, showing no dissatisfaction.

He could guess the intention of the Ascension Pavilion; they must have deliberately consumed his materials in advance, hence their actions.

The normal process for consigning items for auction involves registration, receiving the items, and agreeing on the fee.

After about the time it takes to drink a cup of tea, the restriction on the door of the private room rippled slightly and then opened silently.

A tall, elegant figure with a touch of heroism stepped in, dressed in a red and gold robe, exuding an aura of nobility.

It was Xu Deling who rushed over immediately after receiving the message.

Her gaze was calm, and she immediately focused on the old demonic cultivator in black robes and a short beard.

The old man opened his eyes the moment Xu Deling entered the room, his deep eyes meeting Xu Deling's gaze in mid-air.

"I've kept you waiting, fellow Daoist."

Xu Deling's voice was clear and melodious. She walked to the main seat and sat down calmly, while the steward quietly retreated to the door to wait.

　I feel like I'm sick; my head is spinning.
　　
　
(End of this chapter)