Journey to the West: Treasure Vase of the Great Dao-Chapter 519 - 289: Gaining Experience_2

As soon as she saw it, a gleam flashed in her eyes. The effects of the pill were truly powerful; such a treasure was rare to come by in the outside world. Only now did she truly let down her guard.

"Many thanks to the senior for bestowing the Golden Core. This little demon will undoubtedly live up to the trust bestowed and ensure Lu Xun's safe arrival at Mountain Luoxia," Lady Qing promptly promised Ruyi True Immortal, intent on clinging tightly to such a powerful support.

Seeing this, Ruyi True Immortal nodded in satisfaction and then waved his hand to dismiss Lady Qing.

But as soon as Lady Qing had left, the Big Black Donkey at his side immediately bellowed, "Do you have any more of those Golden Cores? Give me one."

Ruyi True Immortal glanced at the shameless Big Black Donkey and replied irritably, "No!"

"However, the potency of this pill is truly remarkable. It's just a pity that I could only refine this one," Ruyi True Immortal said with some regret. After all, he was a latecomer to the practice of alchemy, and it was only because Lu Yu had Elder Lord's Artifact Refinement Technique, thereby inferring the Alchemy Technique, that he could attempt such alchemy.

"Hmph, you used so much of my Essence Blood to refine a single Golden Core, and you have the nerve to say it," Little White Elephant said, pursing its lips. Heaven knows how much of its Essence Blood Ruyi True Immortal had used for this Golden Core; if it hadn't been paying close attention, knowing that Ruyi True Immortal's alchemy skills were inadequate, it would have definitely thought that Ruyi True Immortal was hoarding its Essence Blood.

"Well, it was just a start. It's quite normal to be a little rusty. Look, the final Golden Core is definitely a fine product. In the future, once my alchemy skills are fully developed, you'll have more Golden Cores than you could ever eat," Ruyi True Immortal quickly argued in his defense, as he obviously needed the support of these two creatures to practice his alchemy skills.

"That's what you said; you can't make excuses when we ask you for pills later on," Big Black Donkey snorted.

"Let's get going. You promised to take me to see the world," Little White Elephant urged impatiently. If it weren't for this promise, it would never have willingly given its precious Essence Blood to someone as unreliable as Ruyi True Immortal.

At these words, Ruyi True Immortal's face broke into a lascivious smile as he said to Little White Elephant, "Rest assured, I'll definitely give you an eye-opening experience."

In less than a moment, the trio had arrived at the nearest city.

The world was in chaos, and the once-thriving city had fallen into decline. Countless refugees flooding into the city caused security to plummet, forcing officials to close the city gates and stand firm to ensure safety within the city.

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However, none of this could stop the three spell-casting creatures. They had already taken human form: Big Black Donkey transformed into a young man, dressed in a black long coat with a folding fan in hand and a showy large red flower pinned to his head, which was particularly eye-catching under the night sky.

Little White Elephant, on the other hand, turned into a child around ten years old, exquisitely charming and dressed in clothes made of fine silks and satins, exuding an air of nobility in every gesture.

As for Ruyi True Immortal, he had just changed out of his Taoist robe, donning clothes that seemed to belong to a wealthy merchant. He looked at the tall city walls with a sigh, murmuring, "Alas! I can't remember how long it's been since I've been to such a bustling place. Time flies indeed!"

"Hurry up, I want to see the world!" Little White Elephant interrupted his sorrow, bouncing up and down impatiently by his side.

"No rush, no rush. Now that we're here, what's the hurry? I'll take you there now," Ruyi True Immortal responded.

The trio slipped into the city, and after Ruyi True Immortal scoped out the area for a moment, he led the other two weaving through streets and alleys, heading eastward, paying no mind to the small stalls and shops around them.

This was tough on Little White Elephant, who was visiting a human city for the first time. Even though the war had diminished the city's former prosperity, it still left Little White Elephant spellbound.

The dazzling array of goods, all unfamiliar to it, and the tempting aromas wafting from the roadside stands made it swallow hard with desire. It wanted to stop several times but ended up being pulled away by an excited Big Black Donkey and Ruyi True Immortal.

"Hold on, that thing looks pretty tasty," Little White Elephant said eagerly.

"What a naive boy you are, there's nothing special here. Since we've brought you to see the world, of course, there will be something better," Ruyi True Immortal said disdainfully.

"Better than this?" Little White Elephant muttered to himself. He thought what he had seen was already great, but to hear that there was something even better, he instantly felt that his trip to the human realm was well worth it.

"Of course, what's so rare about these? Big Black Donkey, hurry up and lead the way, I'm getting quite impatient," Big Black Donkey urged repeatedly.

"Don't rush, we are almost there."

Soon, a three-story building appeared before the trio, surrounded by colorful silk banners. Many scantily clad women were standing at the door and on the railings, vigorously waving colorful handkerchiefs in their hands. The sounds of giggling women filled their ears, and their noses were overwhelmed with the scent of rouge and face powder.

The place had a unique charm. As soon as Big Black Donkey laid eyes on it, his eyes nearly popped out of his head. He brazenly looked up and down at the women around him, almost drooling.

"My goodness, Mr. Niu, you truly are a good man, the best of men!" Big Black Donkey murmured to himself. He quickly tidied up his appearance and flamboyantly opened his folding fan, wafting it gently before strutting into the building.

"What is this place? Why aren't there any good things, and this smell is just awful!" Little White Elephant said, waving his hand in front of his nose, looking puzzled.

"This is a divine place in the human world, a place many dream of, the legendary brothel," Ruyi True Immortal explained softly to Little White Elephant, his eyes shining as he looked around.

"Brothel?" Little White Elephant naturally didn't understand the meaning of the term. He didn't think the place was as good as the ones he had seen before and couldn't fathom why Ruyi True Immortal and Big Black Donkey were so excited.

"Come along, little guy. Today I will show you the world. Not everyone gets this opportunity," Ruyi True Immortal said, leading Little White Elephant inside.

No sooner had they entered than they saw Big Black Donkey surrounded by a crowd of giggling women, a face full of excitement and a few lipstick marks he couldn't recall getting. Seeing the two, he said excitedly, "Mr. Niu, you really have your ways."

Ruyi True Immortal frowned slightly and corrected, "You should call me Mr. Niu."

The Madam, seeing this, hurried over with a smile and said, "Ah, Mr. Niu, a rare visitor! Please come in quickly!"

In truth, the Madam didn't recognize Ruyi True Immortal at all, but being in her profession, she was adept at reading people and speaking accordingly. Upon hearing Ruyi True Immortal call himself Mr. Niu, she warmly welcomed him, acting like an old friend.

Furthermore, the Madam's enthusiasm was understandable since the trio's clothes, made of fine silks and satins, marked them not as poor commoners. In her eyes, they were not just three individuals, but three mountains of silver, hence the warmth of her greeting.

"Oh! Whose dashing young master is this, looking so adorable," she said, praising the somewhat impatient Little White Elephant.

However, Little White Elephant was very displeased with the woman before him. He could sense her desire and urged Ruyi True Immortal, "Hurry up, I want to eat something delicious. Didn't you say there was better stuff here?"

"Haven't you heard? Quickly serve the young master his meal. Do the two of you have any special requests for the food?" The Madam quickly ordered her servants while smilingly addressing the two.

"Bring us the best of everything you have!" Ruyi True Immortal declared lavishly, making the Madam's eyes light up.