Mortal: Transmigrated into Han Li, becoming a person with five spiritual roots

"Li Feiyu, a mere rogue cultivator."

The middle-aged shopkeeper glanced at Han Li, his dark eyes darting around, and a warm smile spread across his face.

Top-tier magical artifacts are considered precious even for those who have just entered the Foundation Establishment stage.

The man in black immediately wanted to buy a top-tier magical artifact; he must be quite wealthy.

"So it's Fellow Daoist Li! My apologies for not recognizing you sooner. You've come to the right person! I dare say that in this entire market, only my Wanbao Pavilion possesses top-tier magical artifacts!"

"Fellow Daoist Li, please come upstairs."

The shopkeeper led Han Li to the second floor and poured him a cup of tea.

"I wonder what type of magical artifact Fellow Daoist Li is looking for—an offensive one or a defensive one?"

"Stop making a fuss. I want the best. Don't bring out anything inferior."

Han Li slammed his hand on the table and said in a deep voice.

"Alright, Fellow Daoist Li, please wait a moment."

The shopkeeper took out three brocade boxes from inside the house.

"The Golden Cicada Mother-Child Blade Set consists of one mother blade and eight child blades, crafted from refined iron and gold by a Foundation Establishment stage weapon-refining master over three days and three nights. The mother and child blades are linked, making it virtually impossible to defend against!"

The shopkeeper opened the first brocade box and handed it to Han Li.

Han Li quickly glanced at it and then shook his head.

"Since you're not satisfied, then take a look at this one."

The shopkeeper opened the second brocade box.

"The Mysterious Iron Flying Shield is a rare, top-tier defensive magical artifact, forged from Frostwater Stone Mother and Mysterious Iron. Once cast, it releases a shield to protect the entire body, making it incredibly sturdy and unbreakable!"

After the introduction, the shopkeeper tapped his shield and looked at Han Li.

Seeing that Han Li remained silent, the shopkeeper pretended to wipe non-existent sweat from his forehead.

"In that case, Fellow Daoist Li, please take a look at this item."

The shopkeeper took out a deep purple bead from the last brocade box.

"This object is called Heavenly Thunder Seed. It is formed by Core Formation stage cultivators who intercept and condense lightning from heaven and earth. Each seed possesses immense power; even Foundation Establishment stage experts would find it difficult to withstand a single blow from it!"

The shopkeeper took the Heavenly Thunder Stone and handed it to Han Li.

Lightning seemed to emanate from the purple bead, indicating its extraordinary power.

"Shopkeeper, is there nothing else?"

Han Li raised his head.

These two magical artifacts and the Heavenly Thunder Stone are all quite good.

But when it comes to bargaining, the most important thing is not to reveal your true intentions.

If you just say you want it, how will you negotiate the price later?

Seeing Han Li's calm tone, the shopkeeper pondered for a moment and then made a decision.

"Please wait a moment, sir."

A moment later, the shopkeeper came down from the third floor, carrying a small black box.

"Sir, this is Wanbaolou's prized possession; you're guaranteed to be satisfied."

When the box was opened, a golden talisman lay quietly inside.

The talisman was covered in golden stripes and exuded an aura that made Han Li feel dangerous.

"Amulet!"

Han Li couldn't help but be shocked.

"Sir, you have an excellent eye! Indeed, this is Wanbaolou's prized possession, the Golden Brick Talisman Treasure!"

"You actually came!"

Han Li stared at the golden talisman with burning desire.

You really underestimated this store!

The so-called talisman treasure is made by a Nascent Soul stage cultivator by sacrificing a trace of the original power of their natal magic treasure.

It not only possesses some of the power of a magical artifact, but it can also be reused.

This treasure is usually only obtained by the most beloved direct descendants of Core Formation cultivators, making it priceless and extremely rare!

"Which treasure has caught your eye, sir?"

The middle-aged shopkeeper asked tentatively.

"I want them all," Han Li said calmly.

"Then, Fellow Daoist Li, what payment method do you use?"

The middle-aged shopkeeper narrowed his eyes, and most of the enthusiasm on his face disappeared.

"I wonder what this thing is like!"

Han Li lightly patted the storage bag, flicked his finger, and a wooden box flew into the shopkeeper's hand.

The shopkeeper took the wooden box with suspicion and slowly opened it: "Although Wanbaolou also accepts barter, ordinary items can..."

"A thousand-year-old... a thousand-year-old spiritual herb!"

The shopkeeper exclaimed in surprise.

"Hehe, you actually possess a thousand-year-old spiritual herb. Why didn't you bring it out sooner? We almost lost our harmony."

The shopkeeper stroked the jade box in his hand, his eyes shining, clearly delighted with it.

A thousand-year-old spiritual herb, even Core Formation cultivators covet it!

"But a mere thousand-year-old spiritual herb can't possibly be exchanged for all these treasures I have."

After a moment, the shopkeeper's expression returned to normal.

"If I'm not mistaken, your Golden Brick Talisman only has one or two uses left."

"This Heavenly Thunder Spear is said to be equivalent to a full-force attack from a Foundation Establishment stage cultivator, but if it can be easily struck, it probably won't stay in your hands for long."

Han Li pointed to the golden brick talisman and the Heavenly Thunder Seed and said slowly.

"Fellow Daoist Li, what you're doing..."

The shopkeeper's face twitched; Han Li had indeed guessed right.

The Golden Brick Talisman has only two uses left.

The Heavenly Thunder Seed is indeed flashy but impractical. Not only is it expensive, but there's only one left, making it difficult to hit a Foundation Establishment cultivator directly. If there were more, it would be better.

"Even so, one thousand-year-old spiritual herb is not enough."

"If Fellow Daoist Li can't offer anything else, you should take this spiritual herb back with you."

The middle-aged shopkeeper seemed completely unconcerned about the value of the spiritual herbs, and actually handed over the jade box in his hand.

"Li only has one 500-year-old Solomon's Seal left."

"make a deal!"

Before Han Li could finish speaking, the shopkeeper took back the jade box he had just handed over, his face full of smiles.

"you....."

In the end, Han Li exchanged these magical artifacts for a thousand-year-old red vine and a five-hundred-year-old Solomon's seal.

As soon as Han Li stepped downstairs, he heard a loud voice behind him:

"Fellow Daoist, I have a keen eye for people; you are destined for great things!"

......

After buying some daily necessities, Han Li left the market under the cover of night.

Now that I have magical artifacts with me, my trip to the Crimson Forbidden Land is somewhat safer.

Before leaving, Han Li changed his route several times in the market to make sure no one was following him before he left with peace of mind.

......

Three days later, in the evening.

Han Li circled around for a long time before finally arriving at the outer edge of the Taiyue Mountains.

In another half day, he will be able to return to the valley.

As darkness fell, Han Li prepared to find a place to rest before returning to the valley the next day.

Having just taken the Bigu Pill, I began practicing the Changchun Gong.

Outside the cave, the sound of clothes fluttering in the wind could be heard.

"Senior Brother Lu, why did you choose such a remote place to discuss the Crimson Forbidden Zone?"

A gentle and melodious voice rang out from outside the cave.

The voice sounded somewhat familiar.

"It really was her."

Han Li flew out of the cave and gently landed on a branch, where he saw the face of the newcomer.

Below, in the woods, a bonfire had been lit sometime earlier, and Chen Qiaoqian was sitting under a tree.

Today, she wore a pale yellow ruqun (a type of traditional Chinese dress), her eyebrows and eyes were exquisite, her figure was exquisite, and her eyes exuded a captivating charm.

Han Li couldn't help but admire it.

After several years, Chen Qiaoqian has become even more beautiful. Her slightly heroic face, coupled with her gentle temperament, makes her irresistible.

However, there seemed to be a lingering sorrow between his brows.

"Junior sister, you don't know this, Huangfeng Valley is full of people and a lot of noise. Such an important matter definitely needs to be discussed in a secluded place."

Not far from him, Lu Yunfeng sat opposite him.

He spoke slowly and deliberately with a smile, but his gaze drifted intentionally or unintentionally downwards towards Chen Qiaoqian.

Han Li looked at Lu Yunfeng, the memory of snatching the Foundation Establishment Pill back then still vivid in his mind.

He clenched his fist slightly, but did not make a move immediately.

"You've come here so late just to discuss the Crimson Forbidden Zone?"

Chen Qiaoqian was somewhat puzzled.

"Junior sister, this is a spirit wine that I finally managed to get. It's delicious. Drink up, let's chat while we drink."

Lu Yunfeng took out a wine pot and handed it over enthusiastically.

Chen Qiaoqian glanced at Lu Yunfeng, hesitated for a moment, and then took a small sip.

Lu Yunfeng has a very high aptitude. According to the family, there is a certain chance that he will form his core. Marrying him is a blessing that I have accumulated over several lifetimes.

As a member of the family's cultivation lineage, Chen Qiaoqian had neither the ability nor the reason to refuse.

In recent years, however, Lu Yunfeng has become increasingly eccentric.

He even tried to steal Han Li's Foundation Establishment Pill. Although he declined to go with him, Lu Yunfeng still succeeded with the help of his master.

Perhaps this is fate. One is limited by his natural talent and cannot establish his foundation, while the other is born into a family and cannot choose his own marriage. Their fates are so similar.

"Senior Brother Lu, didn't you already retrieve the Foundation Establishment Pill? Why are you still going to the Crimson Forbidden Land?"

Chen Qiaoqian took a sip of the spiritual wine and voiced her doubts.

Perhaps due to the effects of the spirit wine, she felt a little dizzy.

"Of course I don't need to go again. As long as Grandmaster Hong Fu is willing to help me, reaching the Foundation Establishment stage is just a matter of time."

Seeing Chen Qiaoqian drink the spirit wine, Lu Yunfeng's enthusiasm instantly faded, and he spoke in a cold tone.

"Grandmaster Hongfu..."

Chen Qiaoqian felt even more dizzy, and then she finally realized something was wrong.

"Senior Brother Lu, what exactly did you put in this wine...?"

Chen Qiaoqian leaned against the tree, feeling dizzy and burning hot all over, unable to muster any strength.

"Of course, it's the aphrodisiac."