Cultivating Immortality in a Family: I Prove Immortality Through the Chaotic Dao Realm

Chapter 206 Taking Turns to Accompany, Harvest and Hidden Garden.

Back in their room at Zuiyue Pavilion, with Aka present, Chen Qian and Chen Yunxi easily confirmed that no one was watching before returning to the Realm of Destiny.

One day in the outside world was more than a day in the Realm of Destiny. As soon as the two stepped into the Xuanzhu Villa, Chen Yi'an, who missed his mother, rushed up to her crying and begging for love.

Chen Yunxi smiled and held her son in her arms to comfort him, then playfully said to her husband, "Brother Chen Qian, let Sister Momo accompany you on your trip tomorrow."

Hearing the terms of address used before marriage again, Chen Qian couldn't help but smile gently.

“Good, that’s exactly what I was thinking. It’s time for you all to take turns coming out and having some fun.”

The next day, Feng Momo, dressed in a new outfit and wearing a light veil, appeared in the guest room of Zuiyue Pavilion with Chen Qian.

"Brother Qian! It's just the two of us now!" Feng Momo's eyes sparkled like a jubilant little bird as she eagerly grabbed Chen Qian's hand. "Let's go, let's go! I want to see this Great Immortal City properly!"

Feng Momo, who hadn't been outside the boundary for a long time, was very excited. She happily pulled her beloved Qian-gege along and started looking around the spirit inn.

Chen Qian understood Xiao Qingmei's thoughts. It wasn't that she was naive; it was just that today was her date with Chen Qian alone, so no matter what she saw, she was in a great mood.

Chen Qian felt somewhat guilty, as he hadn't spent enough time with the women around him and felt he owed them something.

However, given his current weakness, he needs to focus most of his energy on improving his cultivation level, making it a situation where he cannot have his cake and eat it too.

Before long, Chen Lie arrived and led the two on a trip that included sightseeing and shopping.

What Chen Qian most wanted to buy were the few auxiliary materials he lacked to refine his natal magic weapon. Besides that, he also wanted the two third-tier rare treasures to upgrade Su Yueshang's Bewitching Pipa.

These are any demon core with illusion attributes, and spider silk tendons from third-tier spider-type demon beasts. Of course, tendons from other third-tier demon beasts can also be used as substitutes.

But that makes it difficult. Even in a place like Wanling City, third-tier materials are most likely to be found only at auctions.

There's still a long time until the annual Bao Hui Fang Grand Auction, so buying anything now is all about luck.

Knowing Chen Qian's needs, Chen Lie naturally directed the two to purchase from some well-known and large spiritual material merchants.

Fortunately, Chen Qian only required top-tier second-order auxiliary materials, which were relatively rare, but with careful searching, there was still a high chance of finding them.

As one's cultivation level increases, one's natal magic weapon can be upgraded with higher-level materials, growing together with its master.

These large trading companies were scattered throughout the area. Whenever they encountered an interesting shop along the way, if Feng Momo showed interest, Chen Qian would stop and explore it with his wife.

The streets were exactly the same as yesterday, still bustling with activity.

Feng Momo is naturally lively and energetic, while Chen Yunxi was relaxed and carefree yesterday. There is a big difference between the two. Anyone with eyes can see that Chen Qian's female companion has changed.

It's just that no one will bother to investigate further.

Just then, Feng Momo saw a dancing puppet in a shop and tugged at Chen Qian's sleeve, saying, "Brother Qian, look at that! It's so interesting! Can we buy one for An'er and Xi'er?"

"Okay. I'll buy it if I like it."

Soon after, as the three passed the edge of a main street, they discovered a well-planned area with numerous independent repair stalls.

Baohuifang does not allow stalls to be set up arbitrarily, but it does not mean that there are no places where stalls can be set up.

This is a place where street vending is permitted.

It also provides a place for low-level cultivators with limited financial resources who cannot afford to shop in large stores to trade.

There are quite a few people here, and it has a more lively, down-to-earth atmosphere.

Feng Momo immediately became excited. She liked the atmosphere and felt that coming to this kind of place was more like shopping.

The vendors were of all kinds, and the goods they sold were also very diverse.

It contains ores, timber, spirit fruits, and spirit rice;
There are elixirs, talismans, magical artifacts, and puppets of various sizes and colors;
Various simply processed monster materials, such as fangs, scales, feathers, etc.;
And of course, there are also strangely colored seeds, herbs and branches freshly picked from some dangerous place, still carrying the scent of earth.

There were even some jade slips that looked suspiciously old, fragments of broken magical artifacts, and unknown materials with strange auras...

The sounds of bargaining filled the air, a testament to both the fun and the risks of Taobao.

This certainly requires a keen eye; you might find a bargain or you might make a mistake.

Of course, the latter is more likely; truly good things are extremely rare.

Those things whose nature is unclear are usually full of stories, because the stall owner will invariably boast about how hard it was to obtain them, how miraculous they are, and so on, in order to attract the attention of others and hope to make a fortune.

However, Chen Qian's visits to these places are a complete game-changer; almost no one can fool him.

Even without using his two trump cards, the Fate Wheel Realm and Aka, he could basically determine whether the stall owner was lying and whether these items had any value simply by relying on his innate divine soul.
Chen Yunxi didn't care about any of that. She only bought things based on her first impression, because she knew that her Qian-gege (older brother) didn't lack these little spirit stones.

If they see something pretty or interesting, they'll haggle with the vendor.

It wasn't about haggling over the price difference of one or two spirit stones; it was simply about enjoying the fun of bargaining.

Soon, a day passed, and Chen Qian did not find what he wanted most, but he did buy some first and second-tier spiritual materials and seeds that he had never seen before, so it was not a complete loss.

Furthermore, he also sold some of his resources and gained tens of thousands of spirit stones.

But the greatest gain had already been achieved, which was Feng Momo's happiness.

On the third day, Su Jin was the one accompanying Chen Qian again...

Chen Lie was a little curious, because the difference in body shape between Feng Momo and Su Jin was so great that anyone who wasn't blind could tell them apart at a glance.

Just in terms of height, Su Jin was almost half a head shorter.

But Chen Lie was already in his thirties. Although he was warm and outgoing, he still had basic emotional intelligence and knew that these things were not for him to consider, so he didn't say anything.

Shopping with Sujin is a completely different experience.

Although the little girl was already a mother, she was still delicate and timid, always preferring to follow behind Chen Qian rather than walk alongside him.

“Jin’er,” Chen Qian stopped, turned around and stretched out his hand, “come to my side. You are my wife, no longer a little maid.”

"Husband, husband," Su Jin's fair cheeks flushed slightly, and she hesitantly placed her small hand into his warm palm. "I like watching my husband's back..."

During their shopping trip, Chen Qian finally discovered that this little girl had other hobbies besides alchemy and weapon crafting: she was actually a "foodie."

When passing by restaurants and eateries, she couldn't help but glance at them a few more times, clearly interested in the various aromas wafting out.

If the concubine has ideas, then of course Young Master Chen will make them happen.

He then secretly instructed Chen Lie to take them to the most famous restaurant to have a good meal.

Soon, led by Chen Lie, the two arrived at a restaurant called "Hundred Flavors Pavilion".

This is a multi-story restaurant with an elegant architectural style. Surprisingly, there is no signboard at the entrance, but only a huge dynamic "menu scroll", which is a light and shadow effect evolved from a magic circle, displaying various dishes and ingredients in a lifelike manner.

As Su Jin looked at the various delicacies displayed inside, shimmering and colorful, their aromas seemingly emanating through the light and shadow, she couldn't help but shed "tears" from the corners of her mouth.

Chen Qian looked at the incredibly cute little girl, smiled slightly, and pulled her inside.

He too was tempted, and it must be said that this restaurant has a knack for marketing.

Chen Qian set up a small table for Chen Lie in the main hall, while he and Su Jin found a private room to sit in.

The dishes at Baiwei Zhenxiu Pavilion had very distinctive names, and Chen Qian quickly ordered several delicacies, including "Ice Flame Dragon Tendon Soup," "Nine-Turn Nourishing Essence Paste," and "Hundred Herbs Tempering Body Paste." The waiter brought out the "Ice Flame Dragon Tendon Soup," which was crystal clear and adorned with scattered blue flame-shaped spiritual herbs, with a mixture of hot and cold aromas.

"So beautiful..." Su Jin exclaimed, carefully scooped up a spoonful, blew on it, and brought it to Chen Qian's lips, "Young Master, please eat."

"Hmm. It tastes good." Chen Qian's eyes lit up after tasting it. "You should try some too."

"Yes," Su Jin then scooped up a spoonful and put it in her mouth, her eyes instantly narrowing with happiness. "Mmm~ It's icy cold, smooth and chewy, delicious!"

Chen Qian smiled and said, "It is indeed delicious. It seems our little koi is in for a treat today."

After experiencing the dishes, both of them were very satisfied; the food was delicious, visually appealing, and aromatic.

Of course, the price wasn't cheap either; this meal cost him over a hundred spirit stones.

But for Young Master Chen's current net worth, it's just "trivial trifles".

Seeing Su Jin eating like a cute little hamster, Chen Qian smiled knowingly and decided that he would bring all the women out to try various delicacies.

Especially He Ying, this little maid has an exceptional talent for spiritual cuisine. After eating it, she will probably be able to replicate many of the dishes.

Well, let's set another small goal for this period of time: to eat our way through the entire City of Spirits.

I've heard that Liufangfang is the real food paradise.

Our footprints don't have to be limited to Baohuifang.

Days passed by like this, and every day Chen Qian was accompanied by different beauties as he strolled and played, making him very happy.

Chen Lie was numb to it all.

This senior colleague changes female companions every day. Although each one wears a light veil over their face, it is obvious that their slender figures and elegant temperaments indicate that they are all stunning beauties.

This made Chen Lie admire him immensely.

Having spirit stones and a high cultivation level is just awesome!

He only married his childhood sweetheart, and they had several children together.

This made him realize the hardships of life. After all, it's not easy to live and cultivate at the same time, especially in a prosperous place like Wanling City.

Fortunately, among his children, only one had spiritual roots, and he had the Chen family to rely on, so he didn't have to pay for his residence tax.

Otherwise, given his level of cultivation, he wouldn't be able to live there at all.

After about ten days of exploring, I've made some progress.

Forget about finding a third-tier demon core or spider silk tendons; they're simply impossible.

However, only one type of second-tier top-grade spirit wood, the Heavenly Star Vine, is missing. All other auxiliary materials have been collected.

In addition, the large amount of resources he had on him that he wanted to sell were mostly sold to various shops in batches and in small quantities, bringing back a large amount of spirit stones.

……

On this day, Chen Qian and Chen Yunxi walked out of the room and found Chen Lie waiting for them.

He arrived noticeably earlier than usual, and Chen Qian knew this from inside his room, so he didn't linger and decided to leave early.

Chen Lie had been working diligently these past few days, which pleased Chen Qian, who gave him a few extra spirit stones as a tip, further motivating Chen Lie.

He was also very clear about his role. When they went shopping, he followed Chen Qian almost the entire time as a semi-transparent person, and except for necessary reminders, he basically did not disturb Chen Qian's happy time.

"Xiao Lie, you're a little early today. Is there something you want to say?" Chen Qian asked with a smile.

Chen Lie respectfully stepped forward and bowed, saying, "I knew I couldn't hide it from you, senior. There is indeed some news I wish to inform you."

“Oh,” Chen Qian nodded, “Go on.”

"That's right, I know that you are looking for a certain kind of spirit wood. You have visited quite a few shops recently, but none of them have met your expectations."

After organizing his thoughts, Chen Lie spoke loudly.

"After I returned last night, I received news that Yinyuan in Qixiafang has reopened."

"This is a shop that specializes in selling spiritual plants and medicines. It has always had a good reputation and may have what you are looking for."

"Hidden Garden?" Chen Qian's heart skipped a beat. He was familiar with this name. "Is it the one at the end of Qingluo Alley in Qixia Lane?"

“That’s it!” Chen Lie nodded quickly. “Senior, you’ve heard of it too? It’s just that the shop owner is a bit eccentric and the opening hours are unpredictable.”

Chen Qian had not only heard of this secluded garden, but it was also a place he always visited.

Because this is the place Tu Yuanfeng mentioned, the place where he could contact his adopted daughter, Chi Qianliu.

However, he did not know beforehand that this was a shop selling spiritual plants and medicines.

He had originally planned to wait until he had finished exploring Baohuifang before taking the time to visit Chi Qianliu and complete the task entrusted to him by Tu Yuanfeng.

Unexpectedly, by sheer coincidence, this perfectly aligned with my goal of finding the Heavenly Star Vine, an auxiliary material for magical artifacts.

Even better.

Going there once is equivalent to accomplishing two things.

"In that case, lead the way!" Chen Qian was in high spirits. He had successfully completed the task and could consider his karmic debt with Tu Yuanfeng settled.

The path to immortality has no fixed rules, but it is most dependent on fate and destiny.

This connection of cause and effect is the greatest karmic bond.

……

Upon entering Qixiafang, the surrounding scenery and the crowds of people are noticeably different from those in Baohuifang.

If Baohuifang is the CBD of Wanling City, then Qixiafang is the old town.

The streets are noticeably narrower, and the buildings and layout are somewhat cluttered, but the atmosphere of daily life is much stronger.

Children who are rarely seen in Baohuifang are everywhere in Qixiafang.

The cultivators here are of much lower cultivation levels, and there are even more ordinary people.

"Senior, the original Wanling City was developed from Qixia Workshop, so this place can be said to have witnessed the development of Wanling City over the past thousands of years."

Upon arriving at Qixia Lane, Chen Lie relaxed considerably and became more talkative.

At least in terms of cultivation level, there are far fewer people who can exert pressure on him.

Furthermore, he grew up in Qixiafang, and his wife and children live there now.

When he saw something that Chen Qian and Chen Yunxi were interested in, he would say a few words and introduce it.

(End of this chapter)