If Gou Cheng becomes the Dao Ancestor, the monkey will come to become his disciple.

Jiang Chuan visited Biyang Tower again, and the number of customers was significantly higher than before.

With the rampage of monsters in the Yunmeng Mountains, the demand for various resources among the cultivators in the market has increased dramatically.

The prices of magical artifacts, elixirs, talismans, and other items that can enhance cultivation or strength have soared, leading to a frenzy of buying among cultivators.

Compared to the bustling sections for elixirs, magical artifacts, and talismans, the section for Taoist scriptures was rather deserted, with very few customers.

Jiang Chuan selected a book and asked, "Fellow Daoist, how many spirit stones does this 'Complete Guide to Basic Talismans' cost?"

The young female cultivator in charge of sales glanced at Jiang Chuan and replied expressionlessly:

"10 spirit stones."

Jiang Chuan's expression froze, his face turning somewhat unnatural. He hadn't expected that this "Complete Guide to Basic Talismans" would be so expensive, comparable to a cultivation technique like the "Evergreen Skill."

But he only has 8 spirit stones on his body right now.

Jiang Chuan, shamelessly, said, "Fairy, I'm a bit short on cash, could you give me a discount?"

Upon hearing Jiang Chuan's words, the young female cultivator smiled contemptuously, remaining silent and simply pointing to the sign beside her.

It says:

No bargaining or credit is accepted for any items in this store.

Upon seeing the sign, Jiang Chuan's face flushed red. He felt helpless, realizing that even a hero can be brought down by a mere penny, and he was indeed short of money.

He replied with "Sorry to bother you," and then turned and left.

Just as he took a step, he heard the female cultivator behind him whispering.

"Tch, what kind of poor, rogue cultivator dares to patronize our Biyang Tower!"

The sarcastic remarks made by the young female cultivator in private.

Jiang Chuan paused, clenched his fists tightly, and snapped in anger.

Thirty years east of the river, thirty years...

Forget it, she's just a young girl who just entered the second level of cultivation, I won't stoop to her level.

Jiang Chuan was preparing to leave.

Suddenly, a noisy commotion came to my ears.

"Old Zhou, look! Fairy Lin from the Biyang Immortal Sect has arrived! She is indeed stunningly beautiful, like a fairy descended to earth..."

"It really is Fairy Lin! What brings her to our market? We hear she's already been promoted to inner disciple and is expected to become a Foundation Establishment expert in the future!"

"They're probably here because of the monster riots. Recently, there have been many disciples from sects and aristocratic families appearing, and even occasionally, Foundation Establishment experts..."

"Tsk tsk, a Foundation Establishment expert, with a lifespan of over two hundred years, capable of establishing a new immortal clan, how enviable! If one could break through to Foundation Establishment, one could truly die without regrets..."

"Heh, stop daydreaming. A single Foundation Establishment Pill can fetch tens of thousands of spirit stones at auction. Even if we work hard for another five hundred years, we still can't afford it..."

Upon hearing the words "Fairy Lin,"

Jiang Chuan stopped abruptly, a beautiful female cultivator with an ethereal aura and generous nature suddenly appearing in his mind...

He looked curiously into the crowd.

Then a familiar female cultivator was seen being surrounded by many disciples of the Biyang Immortal Sect.

It was Lin Zhiwei, whom I had met once before.

"It really is her!"

Jiang Chuan thought to himself that he hadn't seen this generous and beautiful female cultivator again for almost two years since their last encounter, which left him with a sense of regret...

When she left, she said that she would come back to find him when he finished writing the sequel to "A Record of a Mortal's Journey to Immortality".

But this wait lasted two years, and the flowers withered and bloomed several times over...

Upon encountering him again, and considering his current dire financial situation, Jiang Chuan was immediately filled with a restless desire.

Perhaps, I can make another profit off her?

Jiang Chuan only thought for a moment before making a decision. He immediately picked up his pack and walked towards the other person.

.......

Lin Zhiwei was feeling somewhat irritable at the moment.

Two years ago, after reading "A Record of a Mortal's Journey to Immortality" and "Against the Gods," she gained some insights and successfully broke through her cultivation bottleneck, greatly increasing her strength. Then, coinciding with the once-in-a-decade sect competition, she performed exceptionally well, successfully advancing to the rank of true disciple and receiving a Foundation Establishment Pill as a reward.

After obtaining the Foundation Establishment Pill, she attempted a breakthrough through secluded cultivation, but failed and accidentally injured her vital organs. Despite a long period of recuperation, her condition did not improve...

Therefore, after hearing that there was a monster riot around Taihu Market and that there might be great opportunities such as Foundation Establishment spiritual objects, she applied to come and carry out the sect mission.

Before embarking on the mission, she and several other inner disciples went to the Jade Cauldron Pavilion to purchase some pills, talismans, and magical artifacts...

A young cultivator dressed in a Taoist robe reluctantly took out a talisman and presented it to Lin Zhiwei.

"Junior Sister Lin, most of the demonic beasts in the Yunmeng Mountains are ferocious, bloodthirsty, and fearless. When we are on a mission, we should prepare more talismans to reduce the consumption of our own mana... I have a first-grade top-quality talisman here, which I would like to give to you, Junior Sister."

Lin Zhiwei glanced at the talisman in the other person's hand, a flicker of shock crossing her eyes.

This is a top-grade first-tier [Golden Sword Talisman]. After use, it can transform into a giant golden sword that can easily kill cultivators at the peak of Qi Refining. Even Foundation Establishment cultivators will have to give way when they encounter it.

Such a powerful talisman is worth at least a thousand spirit stones; it's extremely rare and exactly what she needs right now...

But after seeing the look in Yu Heng's eyes, she still firmly refused.

"Thank you for your kindness, Senior Brother Yu, but this item is far too valuable, and I cannot accept it."

Rejected by Lin Zhiwei in front of everyone, Yu Heng stood there awkwardly, stunned.

He hadn't expected that the other party would refuse such a precious talisman without hesitation, and a flash of anger crossed his eyes.

Just as he was thinking about how to answer,

Suddenly, I heard a voice.

"I am Jiang Chuan, and I greet Fairy Lin!"

Being abruptly interrupted, Yu Heng frowned and looked at the person who had come, his expression displeased.

They saw a middle-aged cultivator dressed in tattered clothes and with a disheveled appearance. Judging from his cultivation level, he was only at the second level of Qi Refining, and he was obviously a rogue cultivator from the countryside.

Just after being rejected by Lin Zhiwei, Yu Heng was extremely irritated and furious. He roared:

"Where did this beggar come from? Get out of here!"

Jiang Chuan had just finished bowing with trepidation when he was inexplicably scolded. His mind went blank for a moment, and his anger surged.

When he realized the voice came from a disciple of the Biyang Immortal Sect, he quickly suppressed his anger and cursed inwardly.

"Damn, is this guy a lunatic? What did I do to you?"

"Are sect disciples so great?"

"You're finished, you know that? You've already chosen your death!"

Upon seeing Jiang Chuan, Lin Zhiwei's bright eyes lit up, and with a smile on her face, she quickly responded.

"Hey, Fellow Daoist Jiang, long time no see!"

Seeing this, Yu Heng's eyes flashed with a cold glint, and he asked with a fake smile:

"Junior sister, do you two know each other?"

Lin Zhiwei nodded: "Fellow Daoist Jiang is the author of 'A Record of a Mortal's Journey to Immortality' and 'Against the Gods.' These two books are very well written. Senior Brother Yu can take a look when you have time; perhaps you can get some inspiration from them."

Upon hearing Lin Zhiwei's explanation, Yu Heng's eyes showed some surprise, as he had also heard of these two books.

In the past two years, these two books have been widely circulated among the disciples of the sect and are used as entertainment reading in their spare time. However, he is busy with cultivation and disdains to read such miscellaneous books.

but.....

He glanced at Jiang Chuan, who looked disheveled, and a hint of disdain flashed in his eyes.

What profound masterpieces could a lowly, rogue cultivator possibly write?

It's most likely just the wild talk and wishful thinking of ants.

Lin Zhiwei looked at Jiang Chuan and asked, "Fellow Daoist Jiang, it's been two years since we last met. I wonder if you have any continuation to your story?"

Jiang Chuan's eyes lit up. He had been waiting for this opportunity. He quickly took out all the dozens of books from the package and placed them in front of Lin Zhiwei.

"Fairy Lin, everything you wrote over the past two years is here."

After saying that, he stared at the other woman expectantly, waiting for the rich woman's "reward".

Upon seeing the stack of books in front of her, Lin Zhiwei smiled and with a wave of her fair hand, put all of them into her storage bag without missing a single one.

Then, he took out 10 spirit stones and handed them to Jiang Chuan.

"Is this enough?"