Immortality and cultivation begin with full comprehension.

Chapter 429 The Treatment of a Master Weapon Refiner

Was the "Four Seas Chamber of Commerce" originally equipped with Foundation Establishment cultivators on guard duty, or was it a temporary assignment?
That remains to be seen!
Li Yunjing and Zhao Qi didn't care whether the "Sihai Chamber of Commerce" was putting on a show of wealth or not.

"We are cultivators from 'Tianxing Island,' my wife and I have come here to buy some things!"

Li Yunjing stood with his hands behind his back, coldly watching these people. His aura suddenly erupted, forcing the disciples of the "Four Seas Chamber of Commerce" to retreat repeatedly!

As for where "Tianxing Island" is?

How could Li Yunjing know?
Just make one up on the spot.

It's impossible for someone from the "Four Seas Chamber of Commerce" to remember all the forces in the East China Sea.

"Ah! Foundation Establishment Realm, sixth level!"

The disciples of the "Four Seas Chamber of Commerce" exchanged glances, all of them showing surprise.

Among Foundation Establishment cultivators, those at the first, second, and third levels are considered ordinary, having just crossed the threshold and not yet having reached the peak in terms of supernatural abilities or magical treasures.

Those at the fourth, fifth, or sixth level of the Foundation Establishment Realm are considered mature Foundation Establishment cultivators.

Such a cultivator is wealthy and powerful; he's a ruthless character.

As for cultivators at the seventh, eighth, or ninth level of the Foundation Establishment Realm, they are even more formidable, having almost perfected the Foundation Establishment Realm.

Li Yunjing and Zhao Qi, both at the sixth level of the Foundation Establishment Realm, already possessed formidable auras.

These people naturally dared not be negligent!

The leading cultivator from the "Four Seas Chamber of Commerce" softened his expression and became much more polite, smiling as he said, "So it's an honored guest! Please!"

"Ok!"

Li Yunjing nodded and led Zhao Qi through the door.

Upon entering the "Sihai Chamber of Commerce," Li Yunjing and Zhao Qi were genuinely surprised.

Even the first floor of the "Four Seas Chamber of Commerce" was so large that it shocked the two of them.

The entire hall was as bright as day, with rows of counters neatly arranged, stretching as far as the eye could see.

On this floor, many monks were strolling around.

This is almost equivalent to several hundred large supermarkets.

This level is also a hundred feet high, almost like a grotto-heaven.

Unlike ordinary shops, the first floor of the "Sihai Chamber of Commerce" sells everything!
The store has treasures of all levels, from first to third tier, and doesn't put high-tier items on the second or higher floors.

Li Yunjing and Zhao Qi had only taken a few steps when a slender middle-aged woman approached them with a smile and a frown.

"Fellow Daoists, what are you looking to buy? I am Shi Meng, a steward of the 'Four Seas Chamber of Commerce'! Whatever your needs, I can help you! Otherwise, our 'Four Seas Chamber of Commerce' is too large, and if you keep looking like this, it will probably take you a long time!"

The woman named Shi Meng, at the end of her speech, subtly puffed out her chest and raised her head, seemingly quite proud.

However, the woman was not exaggerating.

The sheer number of counters on this floor was enough to give even Li Yunjing a headache.

If you really wanted to search everywhere, the auction would have started before you could finish looking at everything!
"Alright! I'd like to see what good stuff you have here!"

Shi Meng's arrogance actually pleased Li Yunjing.

After a pause, Li Yunjing's deep voice rang out again: "I need third-tier ice-type materials; also five elements items, ten-thousand-year-old lightning-struck wood, a meteorite from outer space, and a prescription to aid in Core Formation..."

Li Yunjing rattled off a long list of rare materials, and finally asked, "I wonder if your 'Four Seas Chamber of Commerce' has any?"

"So many rare materials! And they're all Tier 3!"

Shi Meng's expression changed, and she couldn't help but look Li Yunjing up and down.

You should know that all these items together are so expensive that even a sect founded by a Golden Core cultivator wouldn't easily be able to produce them.

The Foundation Establishment cultivators in front of me are very strong, but they shouldn't be this rich, right?
Shi Meng pondered for a moment and then said, "How should I address this fellow Daoist? We, the 'Four Seas Merchant Guild,' do have the items you requested, but they are too expensive. I need to assess your strength first!"

"Is this for verification of funds?"

Li Yunjing smiled knowingly and tossed the other party a "treasure pouch" filled with mid-grade spirit stones!
It was densely packed, filling the entire "treasure bag".

Shi Meng probed into it with her divine sense and instantly gasped.

So many mid-grade spirit stones?

Shi Meng glanced at Li Yunjing and Zhao Qi again, finding it hard to believe that a Foundation Establishment Realm sixth level cultivator could produce so many spirit stones!

Could it be a second-generation heir?
Yes!

Aside from those second-generation cultivators, which Foundation Establishment cultivator has so many spirit stones?

"Alright then! Distinguished guests, please come with me to the VIP room to rest. I'll go and get the goods!"

These resources were originally intended to be auctioned off, but since business has come to her, Shi Meng can earn a large commission. For her own benefit, it seems that sacrificing the interests of the "Sihai Chamber of Commerce" a little is not out of the question!

Driven by self-interest, Shi Meng made her choice.

"Alright! We'll go along with whatever the host says!"

Li Yunjing was not surprised that the other party told him to wait. So many things were priceless; they couldn't just be taken out like that.

In any case, at this point, the Sihai Chamber of Commerce would not have any ulterior motives because of Li Yunjing's wealth.

Li Yunjing seized the opportunity and chose this moment, so he was not afraid of flaunting his wealth.

Once the auction began, countless wealthy people arrived, making Li Yunjing's wealth unsurprising.

At that time, he and Zhao Qi were safer.

Moreover, if Li Yunjing and Zhao Qi wanted to leave, it wouldn't be easy for an ordinary person to stop them.

Li Yunjing only needs to visit this "Four Islands" once; he definitely won't come back for the next hundred years.

By then, who will remember him as a big spender?

Of course, if it were at a different time, when there weren't so many wealthy guests on "Four Seas Island" and the people from "Four Seas Chamber of Commerce" weren't busy, Li Yunjing might not be safe.

Li Yunjing and Zhao Qi followed Shi Meng from the first floor to the second floor.

The layout of the second floor is different from that of the first floor.

Each of the individual rooms is used for negotiations with major clients.

The businesses here aren't small-time operations, selling just one or two trinkets.

Shi Meng invited Li Yunjing and Zhao Qi into a 100-square-meter reception room, served them spiritual tea and spiritual fruit, and then took her leave.

Li Yunjing and Zhao Qi sat for a while, then Shi Meng knocked on the door and hurried over: "Distinguished guests, I've discussed it with the elders upstairs! I can fulfill half of your requests. Here are some suitable items for you to take a look."

"half?"

Li Yunjing's eyes lit up, a hint of joy appeared on his face, and he uttered a word of praise.

As the saying goes, they ask for the moon, but you can haggle on the spot.

Li Yunjing made so many demands, but he didn't expect Shi Meng to be able to fulfill them all.

If you can even find a few things, then the trip will not have been in vain.

I didn't expect Shi Meng to be such a capable woman, able to provide half of the resources.

This is so great!

"Crash..."

With a flick of his long sleeves, Shi Meng displayed numerous treasures on a three-zhang-long table.

Instantly, the temperature in the reception room dropped considerably, and the multicolored precious light shone brightly.

Li Yunjing and Zhao Qi's eyes were instantly drawn to the treasures on the table.

Zhao Qi's eyes lit up, especially at some of the ice-attribute materials.

"These are all treasures from our chamber of commerce, and each one is extraordinary."

Shi Meng smiled slightly and extended her jade-like hand, indicating that the two of them could look at it freely.

Her tone carried a hint of pride, "You two can take your time choosing. If you have any questions, feel free to ask me."

That's a very bold business move!

Li Yunjing nodded and reached out to pick up a piece of jade that radiated a cold light.

The jade felt cool to the touch, its surface was covered with intricate runes, and there was a faint aura of icy energy flowing through it.

"This is... 'Mystic Ice Stone'!"

A hint of surprise flashed in Li Yunjing's eyes.

Shi Meng smiled slightly and explained, "This is the 'Mysterious Ice Stone.' It's not easy to find this stone in a place like the East Sea."

Li Yunjing nodded and looked at Zhao Qi.

Zhao Qi nodded, clearly indicating that he should take it!
As a cultivator with an ice spirit root, having such a third-tier treasure by your side and absorbing the tens of thousands of years of icy energy within it is more effective than using any elixir!
"I'll take this one!"

Without hesitation, Li Yunjing placed the "Mysterious Ice Stone" on the left side of the table.

He then continued reading.

At this moment, Zhao Qi became interested in a crystal-clear pill on the table.

The pill was completely transparent, with liquid flowing inside, and emitted a faint fragrance.

She gently picked up the pill, sensing the powerful spiritual energy it contained. "This is a 'Spirit Soul Pill,' which can greatly enhance the strength of one's spiritual sense after consumption, and is especially suitable for cultivators who are about to break through to a higher realm."

Shi Meng explained in a timely manner.

"Not bad!"

A hint of joy flashed in Zhao Qi's eyes. She was at a critical stage of her breakthrough, and this pill was undoubtedly a godsend for her.

"Then I'll take it!"

Li Yunjing chuckled, and Zhao Qi smiled sweetly at him before placing the "Spirit Soul Pill" on the same side as the "Mystic Ice Stone."

The two continued to examine the treasures on the table, each one captivating them.

Shi Meng stood aside, waiting quietly, a faint smile always on her face, but in her heart, she could no longer suppress her joy.

The more treasures that guests Li Yunjing and Zhao Qi choose, the higher her income will be!
These are all sources of profit!
Half an hour later, Li Yunjing and Zhao Qi finished their selection.

I selected several of each of the following: third-tier pills, weapon-refining materials, five-element items, and medicinal herbs for alchemy.

As for the third-tier pill formula that Li Yunjing wanted, it was not available.

Clearly, the Sihai Chamber of Commerce is unwilling to sell such renewable knowledge.

This greatly disappointed Li Yunjing.

The remaining items were either available or did not meet his requirements, leaving Li Yunjing with no choice.

Of course, the most important reason is that he needs to leave enough spirit stones for the auction.

Otherwise, if something good comes up at the auction and Li Yunjing can't afford the spirit stones, wouldn't that be a problem?
After exchanging a few thoughts with Zhao Qi and confirming that everything was correct, Li Yunjing looked up at Shi Meng and asked, "Miss Shi, how about you calculate the price of these items?"

"it is good!"

Shi Meng's eyes lit up, and she smiled slightly, saying, "Don't worry, distinguished guests, I will naturally give you a reasonable price. Let me calculate it!"

"Five hundred and twenty thousand mid-grade spirit stones!"

"Oh?"

Li Yunjing raised an eyebrow. "So many?"

As for Zhao Qi, she hasn't made a move; she's been stunned by this price.

"Earth Core Wood", "Sunset Divine Iron", "Ice Spirit Grass", "Mysterious Ice Stone", "Five Elements Bamboo", "Spirit Soul Pill", "Azure Lotus Pill", "Golden Phoenix Pearl", "Heavenly Strategy Fire Stone", and "Nine-Bend Yellow Spring Water"—a total of ten good items!
In particular, the "Nine-Bend Yellow Spring Water" is said to come from the Nine Netherworld.

They are almost impossible to see in the human world!

These three drops of "Nine-Bend Yellow Spring Water" cost a whopping 300,000 mid-grade spirit stones!

"Fellow Daoists! This price is already very low!"

A glint of light flashed in Shi Meng's eyes as she slowly said, "If the auction is held in three days, these items will be fought over by countless fellow Daoists. You should have a good idea of ​​what kind of astronomical price they can fetch!"

Li Yunjing and Zhao Qi exchanged a glance, both knowing that Shi Meng would not back down.

"it is good!"

Li Yunjing smiled slightly, "However, we don't have many spirit stones this time. Could we pay with a top-grade spirit weapon or a magic weapon?"

"can!"

Shi Meng nodded, seemingly expecting this: "It's common for spirit stones to be insufficient in such large-scale transactions. We're happy to trade as long as the goods are of equal value!"

Li Yunjing pondered for a moment and looked at Zhao Qi.

Zhao Qi nodded slightly, clearly agreeing with Li Yunjing's plan.

"Alright, since that's the case, Fellow Daoist Shi Meng, let's see how much these are worth!"

Li Yunjing finally made a decision.

He possessed nearly a thousand top-grade spiritual artifacts, all obtained from slaughtering cultivators and wiping out alien races.

Li Yunjing certainly couldn't use all of these top-grade spiritual artifacts.

There are so many that you can't even give them all to friends and family!
Li Yunjing immediately took out fifty top-grade attack spirit weapons!
These magical artifacts are mostly flying swords, long knives, and some special weapons.

"Crash..."

So many weapons flew out from Li Yunjing's sleeves, almost filling the entire table.

"So many top-grade offensive magical artifacts!"

Shi Meng was taken aback at first, but then a satisfied smile appeared on her face: "Good! According to the purchase price of our 'Four Seas Chamber of Commerce', the price of a top-grade attack spirit weapon is 2000 mid-grade spirit stones. There are fifty of them here, so I'll give you 110,000 mid-grade spirit stones!"

"Hmm! That makes perfect sense!"

Li Yun nodded, indicating that he approved of the price.

If Li Yunjing were to sell it individually or list it on the "Four Seas Chamber of Commerce" for gradual sale, he would definitely be able to fetch a higher price. He might even encounter a sucker who would sell it for three thousand mid-grade spirit stones!
However, Li Yunjing is bound to suffer some losses in this kind of large-scale transaction!
He's used to it all.

"it is good!"

Li Yunjing waved his hand again, and another hundred attack artifacts appeared on the table!

"so much?"

Shi Meng rubbed her eyes hard, and it took her a long time to calm down. She looked at Li Yunjing and asked respectfully, "Are you a master weapon refiner?"

"Not bad!"

Li Yunjing nodded, "I make a living by this skill."

"Master, my apologies! I never expected to have such distinguished guests today. I'm re-offering my price: I'm willing to offer 350,000 mid-grade spirit stones for these 150 top-grade spiritual artifacts!"

Clearly, Li Yunjing's identity is something that even the "Sihai Chamber of Commerce" cannot ignore.

What is the Chamber of Commerce lacking?
He's a master of all the arts of cultivation!

Those are the people who can truly create value and make big money for the Chamber of Commerce!
Shi Meng was already figuring out how to bring Li Yunjing into the "Sihai Chamber of Commerce".

"Hmm! I'll offer another 100 top-grade defensive magical artifacts!"

Li Yunjing raised an eyebrow, surprised to receive such preferential treatment.

Without hesitation, he waved his hand again, and many more shields, clothes, boots, inner armor, helmets... flew out...

These are all top-grade defensive magical artifacts!

"I never imagined the master had such skill!"

Shi Meng exclaimed in admiration. After inspecting them once, she added, "What do you think of these, Master, if they are valued at 300,000 mid-grade spirit stones?"

"no problem!"

Li Yun nodded at the scenic spot.

"I will go to the warehouse, retrieve the remaining 130,000 mid-grade spirit stones, and hand them over to you, fellow Daoist."

Shi Meng put everything away before she spoke.

"Alright! Fellow Daoist, please go and do it!"

Li Yunjing waved his hand, not worried that Shi Meng would steal his 130,000 mid-grade spirit stones.

Not long after, Shi Meng returned and respectfully presented Li Yunjing with a "treasure pouch," which contained 130,000 mid-grade spirit stones!

"Fellow Daoist, may I ask your esteemed name? Would you be willing to join the 'Four Seas Merchant Guild'? If you can become a master craftsman in the 'Four Seas Merchant Guild', all benefits will be excellent, without any hesitation..."

Before Shi Meng could finish speaking, Li Yunjing interrupted her.

"Forget it! My wife and I are used to a leisurely life and have no desire to join any faction!"

Li Yunjing directly rejected the other party's attempt to win him over.

He is a master weapon refiner, a powerful figure even within the "Shenxiao Dao Sect". How could he possibly refine weapons for another force?

Don't even think about it!

"May I ask your esteemed name, Master? Could I please leave my contact information? If we need to collaborate in the future, you can contact me!"

Seeing that Li Yunjing refused so decisively, Shi Meng felt regret but dared not force the issue.

After all, the status of a weapon-refining master is extraordinary, especially a master who can refine so many top-grade spiritual weapons, who is the object of vying for the favor of various forces.

The Sihai Chamber of Commerce has enough patience and will not give up on talent just because of one rejection.

"Sure! I am Daoist Wutian! This is my communication talisman, we can connect!"

Li Yunjing nodded, thus avoiding completely offending the other party.

This woman might be useful in the next auction.

After the auction ended, Li Yunjing packed his bags and left, and the "Ten Thousand Mile Communication Talisman" could no longer contact him.

"it is good!"

Shi Meng remembered Li Yunjing's name, exchanged contact information, and said with a smile and respectful tone, "Since Master is unwilling to join the Chamber of Commerce, Shi Meng dares not force you. However, if Master has any needs in the future, or if you have any extra spiritual artifacts that you wish to sell, the 'Four Seas Chamber of Commerce' welcomes you at any time."

"Yes! No problem!"

Li Yunjing nodded and said calmly, "I can sell the spiritual weapons I craft to anyone!"

"Great!"

Seeing this, Shi Meng said no more, but took out an exquisite jade token from her sleeve and presented it with both hands: "Master, this is a VIP token of my 'Four Seas Chamber of Commerce'. With this token, you can enjoy the highest treatment in any branch of my Chamber of Commerce. Please accept it, it is a small token of my appreciation."

(End of this chapter)