Cultivation Starts from Farming-Chapter 857 - 383: Bountiful Harvest (Part 2)

He stepped forward quickly with a smile on his face, "The auction may be over, but the real ’main event’ is just beginning."

"I wonder if the two of you would be interested in attending the private exchange gathering for Nascent Soul Cultivators to be held shortly?"

"The location is the ’Cloud Dream Lake’ island in the center of the city."

"Quite a few fellow cultivators are here this time, so you might find what you need, or exchange for some rare secrets from the outside world."

"An exchange gathering?"

Xu Ping felt a stir in his heart.

The private transactions of Nascent Soul Cultivators are of a higher level, and it’s easier to find rare treasures that are difficult to come by in the market.

For example... some core materials needed for a Fourth Rank Middle-grade Puppet?

Xu Ping glanced at Duan Shuang, who also nodded slightly, clearly interested.

"Such a grand event is not to be missed, I would appreciate Fellow Daoist Liang leading the way." Xu Ping agreed.

...

The next day, the sun was shining brightly, the sky a clear blue.

In the core forbidden area of Immortal City, at the center of the vast ’Cloud Dream Lake’, an island rich with Spiritual Qi and lush with Spirit Plants stood quietly.

This is the place where Mystic Water Sect entertains honored guests, and also the venue for this Nascent Soul exchange gathering.

Within half an hour, more than a dozen Nascent Soul Escape Lights, either dazzling or restrained, streaked across the sky, landing one after another in a refined waterfront cave abode on the island.

The interior of the cave abode was spaciously designed with elegance, with Spirit Fruit and fragrant Spirit Tea prepared in advance.

The early-arrival Nascent Soul Cultivators were either chatting in small groups or sitting alone in silence, the atmosphere seemingly casual, but in reality, undercurrents were flowing beneath.

Xu Ping and Duan Shuang arrived together, dressed in simple yet distinguished robes, exuding an extraordinary aura. As soon as they entered, they drew several gazes.

There were friendly nods, such as those from a few elders of the Mystic Water Sect.

There were also apprehensive scrutinies, and even some undisguised coldness—coming from True Monarch Yunfeng who was sipping tea alone in a corner.

Xu Ping ignored those unfriendly glances, and along with Duan Shuang, they chose a jade table by the window with a wide view to sit down calmly.

Outside, the blue waves stretched far and wide, water and sky merging into one, offering a spectacular view.

However, he had just sat down, lifted a cup of Spirit Tea without yet drinking it, when his brow furrowed suddenly.

An extremely concealed gaze fell on him and Duan Shuang unannounced.

This gaze was so very hidden that if it weren’t for Xu Ping’s Divine Sense surpassing those of top Mid-Stage Nascent Soul cultivators, and because the "Thousand Mechanism Skill" offered extreme sensitivity to subtle fluctuations, he might have overlooked it.

"Hmph!"

Xu Ping’s eyes flashed coldly.

His movements seemed casual as he set down the teacup, but a vast and mighty, substantial Power of Divine Sense had already traced that probing trajectory, like an invisible sword of heavenly retribution, slicing down fiercely.

"Puff!"

In the corner of the cave abode, an elderly figure, previously sitting with eyes closed as if in a doze, suddenly shuddered and let out a stuffy grunt.

The string of black bone beads toyed with in his hand fell with a ’plop’ onto the jade table, his suddenly opened clouded old eyes flashing rapidly with two points of eerie green brilliance before dimming down.

His face was instantly filled with shock and disbelief, staring fixedly in Xu Ping’s direction.

Had this young one actually broken through his Divine Technique?

It’s worth noting that even top Mid-Stage Nascent Soul Cultivators usually wouldn’t succeed. Could it be that this young one’s Divine Sense was actually stronger than those top Mid-Stage Nascent Soul Cultivators?

This sudden change instantly shattered the surface harmony within the cave abode.

All Nascent Soul Cultivators’ gazes were now focused unanimously over here.

"True Monarch Youtong?"

"Under Xuanmo True Monarch!"

"This Fellow Daoist Xu is truly outstanding, drawing attention wherever he goes." Some Nascent Soul Cultivators spoke with a teasing tone.

...

"Under Xuanmo True Monarch... no wonder there’s such audacity."

Listening to the discussions among the Nascent Soul Cultivators, Xu Ping’s eyes slightly narrowed with a cold sneer in his heart.

However, after breaking the opponent’s Divine Technique, Xu Ping didn’t take any further action.

For now, he didn’t want to provoke this first figure within the Demon Sect.

But, amid this subtle atmosphere.

In the corner, True Monarch Yunfeng, witnessing Youtong’s frustration, quietly curled his lips in a faint yet meaningful playful smile.

...

Half an hour later.

When the last Nascent Soul Escape Light filled with the salty scent of the sea landed within the hall, the high-rank Nascent Soul exchange meeting hosted by Mystic Water Sect officially commenced.

The host was an elderly woman with hair like a crane’s feathers yet having the face of a child, with an aura deep and boundless like the sea; she was a highly experienced Mid-Stage Nascent Soul elder within the sect.

"Dear fellow Daoists from afar, this old one is Xuan Shui Ji, hosting this gathering on behalf of the sect." 𝐟𝕣𝗲𝕖𝕨𝗲𝐛𝗻𝗼𝐯𝗲𝚕.𝗰𝚘𝐦

"According to tradition, let the ’Pill Master Pinghan’ begin the exhibition, to liven things up."

As soon as she finished speaking, a kindly-faced elder in plain linen robes stood up with a smile.

He was none other than the renowned outside sea Fourth Rank Middle-grade Alchemy Grandmaster—Pill Master Pinghan.

"In that case, this old man will try not to disappoint."

Pill Master Pinghan smiled kindly and displayed various items, pills for enhancing cultivation, holy medicines for healing, Enlightenment Water...

"Enlightenment Water?"

When Duan Shuang saw the bottle of streaming liquid displayed by Pill Master Pinghan, her cold, beautiful eyes suddenly lit up.

Enlightenment Water can temporarily enhance a cultivator’s comprehension.

She was deeply engaged in musical arts, yet they were profound and obscure; with this water’s assistance, she could undoubtedly better comprehend their mysteries.

Xu Ping sensed the subtle emotional fluctuations of the fair lady beside him, and without the need for words, understood clearly.

He nodded slightly and spoke directly, his voice calm, "Fellow Daoist Pinghan, I want this water; what would you like in exchange?"

Pill Master Pinghan’s gaze fell on Xu Ping without any surprise.

The reputation of this Blood Bone Island Master for his wealth and astounding Divine Techniques had long spread.

Pill Master Pinghan stroked his beard and smiled, "Isle Master Xu is straightforward. This old man’s requests are all recorded on this jade slip."

With a wave of his sleeve, the names of over a dozen Spirit Medicines, manifested through Mana, were prominently suspended in mid-air.