Chapter 420: Chapter 231: Planning for Core Formation

The rest of the people also suddenly understood, and some shook their heads with a smile, thinking that this item wasn’t very useful.

However, some were thoughtful, thinking that if this item were used to collect some precious objects, it would be quite good.

“Yin Spirit Stone, capable of concealing spiritual energy and shielding from divine sense detection.”

Lin Chang’an, after learning this, couldn’t help but gain some knowledge, but felt a pang of pain in his heart.

He had spent a lot of time in the Yin Spirit Land; did he miss out on many precious items?

“It seems that in this auction, it would be best to buy some illustrated books on rare ores and the like.”

This concerns knowledge about artifact refining, which is also an area where Lin Chang’an lacks.

Meanwhile, in the trading area, after being pointed out by someone, the thin cultivator wasn’t angry but instead sneered:

“Fellow Daoists, indeed, this storage bag is made with just a bit of phantom stone material, and the space is very small, but who dares to say it’s useless? Do any of you have exceptional descendants who don’t need to secretly collect Core Formation spiritual objects? Or say, if one day a Fellow Daoist gets lucky and receives an opportunity, one must remember that many tribulation cultivators specially breed demon beasts with particularly sensitive noses…”

The implication was naturally understood by everyone.

But some shook their heads helplessly, believing that being able to form a core themselves was already a great fortune, and there weren’t such exceptional people among their descendants.

Some were hesitant, perhaps thinking of taking one last chance for their descendants before their life span ran out, but the price of this item was no small matter.

It could be said that this item was auxiliary and had a large cost.

It couldn’t increase combat power, and the expense was substantial.

“I wonder what that friend wishes to exchange this item for?”

Someone couldn’t help but inquire, and this person smiled and said:

“Elixir or talisman-related items would do, but if it’s spirit stones, then at least fifteen thousand middle-grade spirit stones.”

Many were astonished by this price, and those interested couldn’t help but let out a cold laugh.

Although the item was rare, who would be foolish enough to spend such a huge price to buy it?

Fifteen thousand middle-grade spirit stones, adding a bit more, could buy some inferior Core Formation spiritual objects for their descendants.

“Fellow Daoists?”

The thin fake Pill cultivator also felt awkward, realizing he had perhaps asked for too much.

But this is how trade works; swap items if needed, both sides finding it worthwhile, and if not, naturally, no trade would occur.

As everyone remained silent, Lin Chang’an, however, was somewhat tempted. He pretended to ponder for a moment, then shook his head and said:

“I am interested, but the price is too high, my friend.”

“Friend, this item cannot even be detected by the divine sense of a Core Formation cultivator…”

The two then began a silent exchange, bargaining, while others either watched or considered speaking up, but ultimately rethought.

Even if the price were lowered, buying such an auxiliary item seemed a bit unwise.

Yet some secretly watched Lin Chang’an, with many thinking that his desire for this item indicated he might have some treasures.

Lin Chang’an’s interest stemmed from his previous encounters with such tribulation cultivators.

Who bred Spirit Pets capable of sniffing out how many spirit stones he had in his storage bag.

Who could guarantee that one would not encounter such tribulation cultivators one day?

After all, he was a fake Pill cultivator, and when collecting Core Formation spiritual objects in the future, he might inevitably attract attention.

If one day, the tier three spiritual object or the aura of Core Formation spiritual object in his storage bag was detected, it would be troublesome.

“Moreover, the Core Formation spiritual objects I need are far more than an ordinary cultivator’s. In short, there’s no harm in being cautious; spending ten thousand middle-grade spirit stones for peace of mind is worth it!”

Lin Chang’an’s eyes flickered, thinking it worthwhile.

But not all cultivators have such wealth as him.

Participants at the Profound Sound Pavilion trade fair might appear to be from major clans to low-tier cultivators, but among peers, their foundation couldn’t match these major sects.

“Friend!”

“One elixir for cultivation enhancement.”

Finally, the two reached a trade, and Lin Chang’an, though appearing reluctant, used the elixir to obtain the item.

When he looked at it, his face darkened; the space was indeed quite small, only accommodating an object the size of a package.

The thin cultivator had an embarrassed smile, secretly relieved to have finally gotten rid of it.

“Though small, it serves as an additional insurance for me.”

Lin Chang’an nodded secretly, as both parties didn’t feel at loss, having traded for what they needed.

A Tier Three Lower Grade Demon Core and an ordinary Core Formation spiritual object had roughly equivalent value, about fifty thousand middle-grade spirit stones.

Previously, the Profound Sound Pavilion had traded him three cultivation-enhancing elixirs, each valued at about ten thousand spirit stones.

The trade fair went smoothly, especially with a mid-Core Formation stage cultivator from the Profound Sound Pavilion overseeing, ensuring no one dared to cause trouble.

After the trade ended, maids from the Profound Sound Pavilion came forth, some danced, and some played music, with spirit wine and spirit fruit offering delight.

However, the Profound Sound Pavilion elder subtly conveyed an intention to recruit.

For instance, the Profound Sound Pavilion had many female cultivators, and if there’s mutual affection, one could become an honored elder under the Pavilion and form a Dao Companion with a female cultivator, nurturing offspring.

Lin Chang’an shook his head silently; he’s not interested in this, considering his journey has just begun with opportunities like these.

Many female cultivators within the Profound Sound Pavilion, lacking hope in cultivation aptitude, naturally sought powerful cultivators as partners to bear and nurture descendants.

For the Profound Sound Pavilion, it was a win-win, recruiting a tributor while cultivating new blood for the Sect’s future.

And for the honored elder, establishing a family independently faced many needs and risks, while relying on a Sect could indeed avoid unnecessary troubles.

Even if something happened to oneself, their descendants would be protected.

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