Am I the only good person in this cultivation world?

Yao Han scanned her with his divine sense and discovered that Xie Yun was a cultivator at the first level of Qi Refining.

He smiled wryly to himself. After cultivating for so many years, he never expected to be addressed as "fellow Daoist" by a novice cultivator. It was really a bit unusual.

However, the other party didn't put on airs, and he had no intention of causing trouble, so he politely returned the greeting and explained his purpose:

"Both. I have some materials that I would like your esteemed treasurer to appraise, and I would also like to purchase a few magical artifacts."

"I see. If we need to appraise materials, the fee is two spirit stones per type."

"Yes, I know the rules. Lead the way."

"Alright, fellow Daoist, please follow me."

Yao Han followed Xie Yun through the hall, past the narrow counter, and into a private room at the back, hidden by a curtain.

Inside the cubicle, an elderly appraiser sat behind a square table, wiping a magic mirror with a handkerchief.

Yao Han clasped his hands in a fist salute, paid the deposit, and then handed over the crimson crystal and armor he had obtained from the giant ape.

The old man took the item, placed the magic mirror on his nose, and examined it carefully:

"Such a dense Yin energy...and a faint demonic aura and blood energy, utterly beastly. Its shape is somewhat like the sharp armor of the 'Little Long-Armed Ape,' but much tougher...I suppose you obtained it from a mutated demon beast, and it's either second or third tier."

Yao Han remained noncommittal, but secretly admired him.

This old man, though not highly skilled and only at the third level of Qi Refining, possessed exceptional insight, accurately identifying the source of the material in just a few words.

As expected, those who can serve as appraisers in the Treasure Pavilion all possess some skill.

Seeing that Yao Han did not answer, the old man did not mind, put the materials on the table, and continued:

"As for the value of these two items, based on normal auction prices, the mutated demon crystal is worth about seventy spirit stones, and the demon armor is worth fifty spirit stones. Of course, for cultivators who mainly practice Yin and evil techniques or the way of beast taming, the value may be higher. How about it, fellow Daoist, are you satisfied with this estimate?"

Yao Han pondered for a moment, then frowned slightly.

The old man's estimated value was not too different from his previous prediction, but it was still slightly lower.

"I heard from Xiao Xie that you are planning to purchase some magical artifacts. Although these two materials are not of high grade, they are rare. I am willing to pay 10% more for them. If you find a suitable magical artifact later, you can use these materials to offset the cost, and then we can calculate the final price. What do you think, fellow Daoist?"

Yao Han secretly rolled her eyes.

With the Qiankun Bag in hand, he was not short of spirit stones, so instead of selling the materials, he would rather refine them into magic weapons, which would be more practical.

The purpose of this trip was specifically to appraise it, just to see if anyone could recognize the name of this monster, and also to check the market price of this low-level material, so as not to be ripped off in the future.

It seems that the price is not much different from what it was decades ago.

Yao Han promptly declined, saying, "No need. I simply wish to verify the origin of this material. As for the magic artifact, I will pay with spirit stones."

"What a pity. In that case, Fellow Daoist Yao, please follow Xiao Xie to choose a magic weapon." The old man showed a regretful expression, but did not insist.

When Yao Han returned to the hall, Xie Yun had been waiting outside for a long time.

"Fellow Daoist Yao, this way please."

"I wonder what kind of magical artifact you wish to choose? Our sect recently acquired a batch of top-quality flying swords from the Nianxuan Sect, all crafted by the best disciples of their weapon-refining hall, and made entirely of refined iron..."

On the left and right sides of the hall stood numerous square platforms about half a person's height, on which various magical artifacts and treasures were displayed: spirit knives and flying swords, silver mirrors and jade plates, each one brimming with spiritual light and dazzling to behold.

However, they all only look good on the outside; in reality, most of them are low-level magic weapons, with only a few reaching the mid-level.

Yao Han merely glanced around indifferently before interrupting Xiao Xie: "I want a top-tier magic weapon."

"this……"

Xie Yun was taken aback, and awkwardly looked Yao Han up and down:

"Fellow Daoist, it is true that our pavilion possesses top-tier magic artifacts, but they often cost hundreds or thousands of spirit stones. Are you sure...?"

"What, do you think my cultivation level is too low to produce it?"

Yao Han smiled and said, "Since you can't make a decision, then you should go find your supervisor."

Xie Yun hesitated, because Yao Han had already said everything she wanted to say.

This boy looks very young. I've never seen him before. Why does it seem like this isn't his first time here?

"...Alright. Fellow Daoist Yao, please wait a moment while I consult the steward."

Xie Yun hurriedly ran upstairs.

Yao Han, on the other hand, was not in a hurry at all. He used his magic to pull over a chair and sat down to rest.

In the Qian Heaven, ritual implements are classified into four grades: low, medium, high, and top.

For ordinary Qi Refining cultivators, having a low-level magic weapon is already a great stroke of luck. If they have a mid-level magic weapon, they can be considered to have a substantial fortune, because most independent cultivators do not have a stable source of income and live by counting the spirit stones in their pockets.

For sect disciples, low- and mid-level magic weapons are standard equipment. No matter how small the sect is, it must at least provide each disciple with a set of low-level magic weapons to maintain appearances.

High-level magic artifacts are beyond the reach of ordinary rogue cultivators and sect disciples. Even Foundation Establishment cultivators cannot acquire one without a sect's reward or by saving for ten or eight years.

As for top-tier magical artifacts... perhaps only the descendants of powerful clans and families, and inner disciples who have received personal instruction, can afford to use them.

That's why Xiao Xie was so shocked when Yao Han said he wanted to buy a top-tier magic weapon.

This is a very real problem. Many independent cultivators practice diligently and have profound realms, but they are always one move behind when fighting with others, simply because they do not have magical artifacts to rely on—in other words, they are poor.

But he does have it!

Not only do they have it, but at least for now, they have more than they can spend.

This is why he was so determined to buy a magic weapon first—once he had a magic weapon, he could quickly set himself up above others, and even if his cultivation level was still low, he could use the power of the magic weapon to fight enemies of higher levels without fear.

Of course, this refers to battles between people of the same cultivation level. Those above the Core Formation stage are not within the scope of this discussion, because once they reach that stage, they no longer use magical artifacts, but magical treasures.

Having money in your pocket makes you feel at ease.

Yao Han wasn't flustered at all. He even brewed himself a pot of tea and sipped it casually.

He knew it wouldn't be long.

Sure enough, before he had even finished his tea, Xiao Xie came running back upstairs, his gaze towards Yao Han now much more respectful:

"Fellow Daoist Yao, my steward invites you to come upstairs for a chat."

Yao Han placed the teacup on the table and followed Xiao Xie toward the stairs.

Upon reaching the second floor, he passed through a corridor and was led into a spacious and brightly lit hall.

As soon as he entered the room, Yao Han felt a chill run through his body as an extremely powerful divine sense swept over him.

Foundation Establishment stage cultivator!