bookbashuk Chapter 121 Exchanging Treasures
Chapter 121 Exchanging Treasures
Chapter 124 Exchanging Treasures (3000 words)
Tianliu City.
Zhang Lingyu and the other cultivators arrived three days ago. Since most of the demon beasts were concentrated under the command of the three demon emperors, they only encountered a few scattered demon beasts attacking mortal towns along the way.
The three True Immortals didn't need to lift a finger; a hundred cultivators simply waved their hands and the problem was solved.
Because they had rushed here without stopping, and since the Demon Emperor had not yet led his troops to attack, the Six Sects did not allow them to participate in the patrol, but instead let them rest for a few days.
As a large immortal city capable of accommodating hundreds of thousands of people, and given that it is currently during a beast tide, the number of cultivators on the main streets of Tianliu City is greater than ever before.
Due to the continuous battles, many cultivators had run out of talismans and pills, and the supplies from the six sects had been almost used up, leaving them with no choice but to buy them from shops.
The shops' supplies also ran out quickly, and they were all rushing to transport supplies from various places.
The Zhang family members came and went in a hurry last time, without having a proper chance to explore the city. Today, they are taking advantage of this rare opportunity to wander around.
"They've made a fortune during this period," Zhang Xingyao thought enviously, looking at the shops crowded with people on both sides.
"Yes, once the beast tide is over, let's see if we can open the family's pill business here as well."
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Zhang Lingyu had actually had this idea for a long time. The family's current business mainly relies on selling pills in Tianyuan Market, but that place is too barren and there are few cultivators. How much profit can there be?
In the past, the family had few cultivators, so they could barely make ends meet. But after the Yun and Ming families are wiped out, the number of cultivators under the Zhang family will inevitably surge, and at that time, they will be unable to make ends meet.
In contrast, even after the beast tide ends, a large number of cultivators will linger in Tianliu City to hunt monsters.
Ultimately, the Zhang family's current industrial structure is too singular, and they haven't fully utilized their various cultivation techniques.
It's nothing more than the enormous profits that come from cultivating and selling those green bamboo shoots.
Although the business of making pills is extremely profitable, relying solely on the three alchemists, Zhang Yuanhua and Zhang Yuanshan, is far from enough. Not only do they need to recruit more people, but they also need to secure stable supply channels for spiritual herbs.
These are all the difficulties that the family will face as it grows stronger.
Zhang Lingyu's plan is to thoroughly reform the clan after wiping out the Yun and Ming families and taking over as clan leader.
There's also the matter of recruiting independent cultivators, which I mentioned before. Even though the elders of the Zhang family oppose it, he still intends to push it through. After all, relying solely on the cultivators in the family is simply not enough to take care of all aspects of the family's affairs.
As for the concern about the host being weak and the guest being strong, as long as they are not allowed to hold high positions and their families continue to build their foundations, they are unlikely to cause any major trouble.
In other words, as long as he is alive, the Zhang family will always be surnamed Zhang, and they will never be able to change their surname.
The topic returned to Tianliu City. Zhang Xingyao looked at the surrounding shops and said worriedly, "That's true, but renting a shop here is not easy. Moreover, the annual rent in spirit stones is frighteningly high. Without strong connections, it might not be possible."
Those who can open shops in Tianliu City are at least Golden Core cultivators, as only they have the corresponding capital and resources. To date, I have never heard of many Foundation Establishment families being able to open shops in Tianliu City.
"yes."
Zhang Lingyu felt a slight headache. Just as mortals were troubled by their lack of money, cultivators were also worried about not having enough spirit stones. As long as they had enough spirit stones, opening several shops wouldn't be a problem.
However, he suddenly remembered Lin Qing and his wife. They were able to open a shop in the inner city with their Qi Refining cultivation, so their methods were definitely not low. Perhaps he could ask them for help. So he replied, "Does the clan leader still remember the two friends I mentioned before in Tianliu City? You can ask them about it later."
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"I know, you've mentioned it before. It's that couple of third-tier puppeteers, right? The puppet you used in Xiaohe Village was made by them."
Zhang Xingyao smiled. Since the battle of Xiaohe Village, his views on puppetry had changed significantly. He planned to select a few family disciples to study this art after the beast tide ended.
Since they were talking about puppets, the two decided to visit Lin Qing and his wife's Puppet Spirit Hall. Unfortunately, when they arrived, the shop was closed. According to the people in the shop next door, they had gone traveling.
As for when they will return, that remains unknown.
Zhang Lingyu felt a little regretful upon hearing this, so he had no choice but to go with Zhang Xingyao to the Six Sects Exchange Office.
The place was still packed with people, and the cultivators in charge of exchanging items were extremely busy due to the sheer number of people.
Now, Zhang Lingyu and his companion have accumulated over 100,000 contribution points. They came here to see what other good things they could find.
As for the other members of the Zhang family, they also had a considerable number of contribution points. Unfortunately, these contribution points could not be combined for use; otherwise, with the combined strength of the entire clan, they might have been able to acquire a low-grade Golden Core magic weapon.
"Let's see if we have any Foundation Establishment Pills!"
As the patriarch of the family, Zhang Xingyao was very concerned about the development of the family. He felt that his chances of breaking through to the Golden Core stage were too slim, so he might as well focus his attention on the family.
The Zhang family still has one Foundation Establishment Pill in stock, which was originally intended for Zhang Lingyu. However, he unexpectedly had one for himself and used it all up, so the pill had to be sealed back into the family treasury.
In addition, there is a fire-attribute Foundation Establishment spiritual item.
Currently, Zhang Yuanyi and Zhang Linghao are the most promising candidates for Foundation Establishment in the Zhang family. Their cultivation has already reached the peak of Qi Refining, and they can begin preparations after the beast tide ends.
Zhang Xingyao searched the list for a long time but couldn't find any Foundation Establishment Pills. As a hot commodity, they had long been snapped up by those Qi Refining and Foundation Establishment families.
Left with no other choice, he turned his attention to Foundation Establishment spiritual items, but even the fire-attribute Foundation Establishment spiritual items were all snatched up.
After much deliberation, I finally used 13,000 contribution points to exchange for a metal-attribute Foundation Establishment spiritual item.
"Lingyu, have you decided which one you want to choose?"
Seeing that the young man was staring at the list without reacting for a long time, Zhang Xingyao followed his gaze and looked up. Surprisingly, the young man wasn't looking at any magical artifacts, but rather at some pills that could improve cultivation. Zhang Xingyao nodded inwardly.
Lingyu is still young, and should indeed focus on cultivation.
Zhang Lingyu currently has only a little over 40,000 contribution points, enough to exchange for at most one mid-grade Foundation Establishment magic weapon. However, he already has five offensive magic weapons and one defensive magic weapon.
Unless it's a top-grade Foundation Establishment item, it won't have much effect at all.
It would be better to exchange for pills first, so that they won't all be wiped out after the beast tide ends.
The contribution points required for pills that can be used by Foundation Establishment cultivators are also frighteningly high; even the worst third-grade low-level pill requires 5,000 points to exchange for one.
"Lingyu, I think you should use 32,000 contribution points to exchange for a mid-grade Foundation Establishment flying magic weapon, and use the rest to exchange for a Blazing Sun Fire Essence Pill."
After considering it for a while, Zhang Xingyao felt that exchanging for pills now was not appropriate, and suggested, "We have gained a lot this time at Qingfeng Mountain. When we get back, we can have the Grand Elder refine a batch of pills. In addition, there are still some in the treasure vault, which is enough to support our cultivation for a while."
"The beast tide is not over yet, and we don't know how many more changes will occur. Right now, it's best to save our lives."
"That's what the clan leader was thinking too."
After thinking for a moment, Zhang Lingyu decided to do as the other party said. He would replace the pill with another one, since he couldn't concentrate on cultivation anyway. Having an extra life-saving magic weapon would mean he could kill one more demon beast.
There will be plenty of opportunities to earn contribution points in the big battle a few days from now.
"Okay, let's pick one first." Zhang Xingyao nodded with a smile and continued looking at the list.
Flying magical artifacts are relatively rare among magical artifacts. Firstly, the materials are difficult to find, and secondly, they require a high level of skill from the craftsman. Because the production process is too complicated, it is generally necessary to make an appointment with the craftsman in advance.
Currently, there are only a dozen or so Foundation Establishment flying artifacts on the list.
Only four items were affordable for Zhang Lingyu.
They are the Mysterious Wood Flying Boat, the Flowing Cloud Lotus Platform, the Phoenix Feather Flowing Light Shuttle, and a Starry Sky Disc.
These are all mid-Foundation Establishment level items, making it difficult to choose in a short time. Zhang Lingyu asked a Xuan Guang Sect cultivator at the counter, "Fellow Daoist, could you please introduce these four magical artifacts?"
The cultivator glanced at him, casually tossed him a booklet, and said indifferently, "It's all written in here, take a look yourself."
"I'm very busy, so please don't bother me with this kind of thing."
Thank you.
Zhang Lingyu didn't disturb them further, thanked them, and then looked through the pages with Zhang Xingyao.
The first is the Xuanmu Flying Boat, whose effect is quite similar to Zhang Yuanhua's Green Boat.
Made primarily of thousand-year-old ebony, with twelve second-tier sunflower crystals inlaid on the hull, it is quite sturdy overall. Unfortunately, it is more suitable for daily travel and has little use in combat.
The effects of the Flowing Cloud Lotus Platform and the Starry Sky Plate are almost identical; they are mostly for aesthetic purposes and lack the speed required for actual combat.
"It seems that only this Phoenix Feather Flowing Light Shuttle remains."
Zhang Xingyao laughed and said, "This magic artifact is centered on the breastbone of a fourth-tier demon beast, the Purple Phoenix Bird, and wrapped with a hundred phoenix feathers. A phoenix marrow bead is embedded in its tail. Its speed when used is quite impressive. What do you think?"
Like the Azure Phoenix, the Purple Phoenix also belongs to the ancient Phoenix and Phoenix bloodline. The two are equally fast, and normally even a late-stage Foundation Establishment cultivator might not be able to catch up with a third-tier Purple Phoenix.
Upon seeing this, the two of them simultaneously thought of the spirit beast eggs they had just acquired. Once those Azure Phoenixes were properly raised, they could serve as flying spirit beasts for their families.
"I think it's a good idea."
Zhang Lingyu nodded. The Phoenix Feather Flowing Light Shuttle was very fast. With his current full power, its speed was comparable to that of a late-stage Foundation Establishment cultivator, making it the most suitable shuttle for the time being.
"Alright, this is it. Please exchange it for me, fellow Daoist."
After making the decision, I reluctantly paid 33,000 contribution points.
The cultivator was efficient and retrieved the shuttle for him in less than a quarter of an hour. After receiving the shuttle, Zhang Lingyu was very satisfied with it, as it provided him with another trump card for survival.
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