Longevity: My Talents Are a Bit Abundant-Chapter 467: Wind Spirit Ghost Market

A few days later.

Chen Huixue, accompanied by her maid Xiaocui, was led by Chen Dafu to meet Shen Xuan.

She was only at the Middle Stage of Qi Cultivation.

After obtaining Shen Xuan’s permission, she selected a node on the Spirit Vein near his cave mansion to establish a small cave mansion.

From then on, Chen Huixue openly frequented Shen Xuan’s Cave Mansion.

She cultivated Ice Techniques and made Ice Talismans.

Her way of addressing Shen Xuan unknowingly changed from "Talisman Master Shen" to "Master Shen."

The Sea Dragon Girl behaved even more familiarly.

She came and went from Shen Xuan’s Cave Mansion as if it were her own home.

Soon, the Sea Dragon Girl, Chen Huixue, and Bai Xiaomeng became close.

The three would chat and laugh happily together.

Sometimes, when the Sea Dragon Girl was refining Yellow Dragon Pills in her own Alchemy Room, she would specifically call Chen Huixue and Bai Xiaomeng to assist her.

In Shen Xuan’s view.

The Sea Dragon Girl’s talent in Alchemy was far inferior to her talent in Talisman Dao.

So far, she could only refine Yellow Dragon Pills suitable for the Late Stage of Qi Cultivation.

The problem was, the Sea Dragon Girl’s interest in alchemy far surpassed talisman making.

She was immersed in it, enjoying it thoroughly.

She even passed down her half-baked alchemy skills to Chen Huixue and Bai Xiaomeng.

These two were only at the Middle Stage of Qi Cultivation.

Not to mention refining Yellow Dragon Pills.

Even the success rate for refining Qi Nourishing Pills of the Early Stage of Qi Cultivation was unbearable to see.

What surprised Shen Xuan was.

Chen Huixue and Bai Xiaomeng were equally interested in the path of alchemy.

"So, have I underestimated the allure of a Pill Master’s status to ordinary cultivators?"

...

Compared to the Sea Dragon Girl’s audacity.

The Blood and Bone Duo, who accompanied her, showed particular respect to Shen Xuan.

Every time they met, they bowed and greeted with serious expressions, never smiling.

The two were named Blood Fiend and Bone Fiend.

Their cultivation techniques were somewhat sinister.

They absorbed essence blood and bone fiend energy for their own use.

Using the Blood and Bone Fiend energy, they built their Dao Foundation.

This was somewhat similar to the inheritance of the Yin Sha Sect of Liang Country.

However, after long-term contact, Shen Xuan realized.

These two were mere show-offs.

They appeared fierce but were actually mediocre in combat.

Their ability to stay by the Sea Dragon Girl’s side.

Was due to their unwavering loyalty to the Sea Dragon King and Sea Dragon Girl.

Although the Blood and Bone Duo were evil cultivators.

Shen Xuan treated them courteously.

In his view.

Spirit Cultivators, Demon Cultivators, Evil Cultivators, Demon Cultivators, Nether Cultivators, Body Cultivators, etc.

Merely differed in their cultivation methods.

He didn’t judge their morality based on their cultivation techniques.

...

As time passed day by day.

A month later, the Five Sects of Yan Country gathered the cultivators’ forces in Yan Country, formed a blood alliance, and formally declared war on Song Country.

Two months later.

Under the consolidation of the True Intention Sect, the cultivation forces of Starsea Sea established the Starsea Alliance.

The Sea Dragon King, Wei Family, Qiu Family, and Chen Family, each led their vassal forces to the coastal areas of Song Country for harassment operations.

As soon as the Sea Dragon King left.

The Sea Dragon Girl approached Shen Xuan to discuss their joint visit to the Wind Spirit Ghost Market.

Starsea Sea was located offshore of Yan Country, Zhao Country, and Chu Country.

Besides Starsea Sea, nearby sea regions included the Rock Chaos Sea and Fairy Archipelago as Spiritual Lands.

The Rock Chaos Sea was near Zhao Country, and Fairy Archipelago was near Chu Country.

Although there was no clear attribution.

However, when cultivators from these sea regions came ashore, they generally chose the nearest Immortal City on the mainland.

The cultivators of Starsea Sea preferred to go to the White Cloud Immortal City established by the coast of Yan Country.

White Cloud Immortal City was not affiliated with the Five Sects of Yan Country but was established by a Loose Cultivator surnamed Lu with a Golden Core.

In the past, the Lu-named Golden Core, as a loose cultivator, condensed a Supreme Golden Core, proclaiming himself as True Master Cyan Yang, and became famous in Yan Country.

Thereafter, True Master Cyan Yang used his methods to seize and occupy Wuling County in Yan Country.

He relied on the Tier Three Spirit Vein of Wuling County to invite friends and relatives to jointly establish White Cloud Immortal City.

However, that was over a thousand years ago.

Now, True Master Cyan Yang has long since fallen.

The current Lord of White Cloud Immortal City, True Master Lu, is the direct descendant of True Master Cyan Yang, a True Pill True Master.

The Wind Spirit Ghost Market mentioned by the Sea Dragon Girl is located near White Cloud Immortal City.

"So, the organizer of the Wind Spirit Ghost Market is the Lu Family of White Cloud Immortal City?"

After hearing the Sea Dragon Girl’s introduction, Shen Xuan asked.

"Of course."

"Is your grandfather very familiar with the Lu Family?"

"Very familiar."

"Can safety be guaranteed?"

"How could you say that!"

The Sea Dragon Girl seemed somewhat displeased.

"My grandfather is the Sea Dragon King!"

"He said, even the True Masters of the Five Sects of Yan Country must give him face!"

Shen Xuan nodded.

But silently deliberated in his heart.

They gave face to the Sea Dragon King not because he was so powerful.

He was just a Fake Pill True Master.

Strong as he may be, he had his limits.

Shen Xuan suspected the Sea Dragon King had done many unspeakable things for the various sects of Yan Country.

The Lu Family of White Cloud Immortal City was even a partner in crime with the Sea Dragon King.

Shen Xuan thought about it.

Over the past few months, he had accumulated many Foundation Establishment Pills, Thunder Talismans, Ice Talismans, and Poison Talismans.

These Pill Talismans were of uncommon grades.

Hard to find outside.

But not of much use to him.

"What good items are there in the Wind Spirit Ghost Market?"

"Blood Fiend, Bone Fiend, come over!"

The Sea Dragon Girl called over the Blood and Bone Duo to explain to Shen Xuan.

It turned out they were regulars at the Wind Spirit Ghost Market.

They went there several times a year.

They said that most of the goods at the Wind Spirit Ghost Market were fakes or incomplete items.

But if you had a keen eye, you could still find something good there.

Shen Xuan’s interest was piqued.

Through formal channels, it was difficult to gather necessary items.

Such as True Master’s Inner Core, the Demon Core and Essence Blood of Tier Three Water Demons, Essence Blood of True Spirit Offspring, and so on.

Given his current realm cultivation, using [Illusion-Breaking Spirit Eye Technique], [Sharp-eyed], [Smell and Taste], [Ears Listening in All Directions], [Insight] and other flesh body skills, combined with [Lucky Star Shining], [Wealth Attraction], [Seeking Fortune and Avoiding Evil] skills.

No exaggeration to say.

He could pick out all true items in the ghost market.

Others were scavenging.

He found them effortlessly.

"If it’s ordinary spiritual objects, then so be it."

"But if there’s a spiritual object I can use, no matter the price, I’ll take it."

Shen Xuan inquired about the situation of the Wind Spirit Ghost Market.

Especially the acquisition of high-grade spiritual objects, various taboos, and rules.

After listening to the Blood and Bone Duo’s explanation, Shen Xuan fell into contemplation.

"Do not ask the source of the goods, cash and goods are settled clearly. This implies that the goods in the Ghost Market do not have legitimate origins."

Opposite, the Sea Dragon Girl was getting a bit impatient.

"Master Shen, have you decided whether to go or not?"

"I’ll go."

With nothing else to do, it wouldn’t hurt to take a look.

"Great! When shall we go together?"

The Sea Dragon Girl was eager and itching to go.

"I will go alone."

Shen Xuan said indifferently.

"Ah!"

Upon realizing, the Sea Dragon Girl was particularly upset: "Why?"

"You are too attractive, too conspicuous. Going with you to the Ghost Market would be inconvenient."

Shen Xuan said seriously.

Beside them, the Blood Bone Duo both nodded heavily, agreeing with Shen Xuan’s words.

...

At the Ghost Market, goods were displayed at night and taken down by dawn; it was said that anything could be bought and sold.

The origins of the goods were unclear and their authenticity hard to discern.

In Shen Xuan’s view, the so-called Ghost Market was just a black market.

Only covered with a guise of ’Ghost Market.’

The person in charge was Lord Lu of White Cloud Immortal City.

The Ghost Market was filled with mixed personnel, not asking for background or origins, with even demons and devils mingling among them.

However, at this moment, Shen Xuan’s strength had greatly increased.

Ordinary Demon Kings and Devil Masters no longer posed a threat to his life.

Even the strongest, Lord Lu, he could confront head-on and escape with ease.

Moreover, he had the Sea Dragon Girl’s bestowed Dragon King Token in his hands.

Seeing the Dragon King Token was like being in the presence of the Sea Dragon King.

Lord Lu would have to give some consideration to the Sea Dragon King’s reputation.

"Might as well take a look when I get a chance."

Shen Xuan thought to himself.

Ten days later.

After instructing Bai Xiaomeng on the trivial matters of the cave mansion, Shen Xuan quietly left Spring Breeze Island.

Under the thousand-zhang sea, Shen Xuan transformed into a sinister old cultivator, donned a black magic robe that could conceal Divine Sense, and wore a mask, heading alone towards the Feng Ling Ghost Market near White Cloud Immortal City.

Actually, even without the magic robe and mask, he could still restrain his aura and prevent others from probing with their Divine Sense.

"All are ruthless and criminal people, along with numerous demon cultivators and tribulation cultivators—better to be cautious!"

In the Ghost Market, fish swam among dragons, everyone was a villain, and none were easy to deal with!

A few days later.

Deep in the night, the moonlight was as cool as water.

Following the information, Shen Xuan arrived at a desolate valley.

After taking out the Ghost Market entry token given by the Blood Bone Duo.

He rode a carriage drawn by a ghost horse straight into the depths of the valley.

The materials of the carriage were specially made to block cultivators from extending their Divine Sense.

In other words, a cultivator riding in a ghost horse carriage would not know the actual location of the Ghost Market.

Galloping all the way.

An hour later.

The ghost horse carriage halted.

Guided by the carriage driver, Shen Xuan walked into an old and abandoned town.

Inside, the lights were dim and shadows flickered, making it difficult to distinguish people from ghosts.

After verifying the Ghost Market token, the guards let Shen Xuan in.

Stalls filled the streets, sparsely populated with people.

The Ghost Market was silent.

No one shouted to advertise their goods.

Everyone concealed their identities, kept their distance, and proceeded with caution and observation.

Even when interested in a certain good, intending to make a transaction.

Most customers and vendors communicated without making a sound, instead using hand gestures and Divine Soul transmission, acting furtively.

Immediately, Shen Xuan utilized his various Illusion-Breaking Spirit Eye Technique skills and body skills.

The entire Ghost Market was laid bare in his crimson eyes.

Among over a thousand stalls, only a few dozen authentic items existed, the rest were all counterfeit and substandard goods.

And even those genuine items were of ordinary grade.

The highest was no more than Tier Two Middle Grade.

Of little use to Shen Xuan.

As far as his eyes could see.

Among the two thousand cultivators in the Ghost Market, the vast majority were mere ants in Qi Cultivation.

Those at Foundation Establishment Realm did not exceed a hundred.

Shen Xuan shook his head.

This Feng Ling Ghost Market was still of too low a class.

Shen Xuan made two rounds.

He selected three authentic items and collected them.

An old Tier One Upper Grade water attribute pill furnace.

It was somewhat damaged, with one of its legs broken.

The furnace body also had some wear, however, in Shen Xuan’s view, the furnace’s functionality was not greatly affected.

Going back, finding a reliable artifact refiner for some repairs could make it usable.

This pill furnace he intended to give to Bai Xiaomeng.

Bai Xiaomeng had been coveting the pill concocting of the Sea Dragon Girl and Chen Huixue for some time now.

A Tier One Upper Grade water attribute old talisman brush.

Shen Xuan tested it.

Injecting spiritual power, it was slightly sluggish.

Upon returning and refining it anew, the problem shouldn’t be major.

This was for Chen Huixue.

Given that he had come, the Sea Dragon Girl also deserved something.

Unlike Chen Huixue and Bai Xiaomeng,

The Sea Dragon Girl was at the Middle Stage of Foundation Establishment.

Common spiritual objects wouldn’t do.

Shen Xuan selected the most valuable spiritual object from the Ghost Market stalls.

A turtle puppet beast.

Tier Two Middle Grade, with exceptionally strong defense.

Also, it had a water attribute.

It suited the Sea Dragon Girl well.

Although somewhat incomplete, it did not hinder the main functionality.

After completing transactions for these three authentic items, Shen Xuan made no more purchases.

Genuine pieces mixed with counterfeits were much cheaper than in Immortal City shops.

After the transaction, Shen Xuan realized that the Ghost Market vendors were extremely indifferent towards him.

They simply had no interest in doing business with him.

"I get it. They are aware of these genuine items too."

"One real among nine fake, mixing genuine items with counterfeits to bait customers."

"And I bought the genuine items, leaving them without bait."

Shen Xuan did not mind, he smiled slightly.

Casually wiping away the tracking marks on these three genuine items.

He wasn’t even interested in reverse entrapment operations.

The treasures in the eyes of these vendors were but small gifts from him to others.

"Alright, time to attend to business!"

Amidst the vendors’ startled glances,

Shen Xuan walked straight to a hidden door in the middle of the street.

Inside was the most critical trading area of Feng Ling Ghost Market.

Ordinary Foundation Establishment cultivators were not qualified to enter.

"Stop right there!"

A slender figure with a mysterious presence and a hoarse voice suddenly appeared, blocking Shen Xuan.