Infiltrating the world of cultivation

"Young friend Wang, I have a favor to ask."

Zuo Qiuzhen looked hesitant, as if he had something difficult to say.

“Brother, I have been kind to you in teaching and guiding me. Please feel free to speak if you have any questions.”

Even if Zuo Qiuzhen didn't say it, the dynasty already knew the answer. It was probably related to the auction in that market. Zuo Qiuzhen was not a cultivator, and even if his combat strength was comparable, a cultivator at the second stage of Qi Refining would not be qualified to participate.

Sure enough, Zuo Qiuzhen looked uncertain and hesitated several times before slowly speaking.

"The cultivators' market opens for three days at the end of each month, and the highlight of the event is on the third day, when an enlightened immortal from the Qinghui Sword Sect will come to organize it."

The scene was magnificent, and the magical treasures within were countless. I only ask for some elixirs to improve my physical condition.

Upon hearing this, Wang Chao understood. These ordinary martial artists were not like cultivators. As cultivators improved their cultivation, they could prolong their lives and live for more than two hundred years with ease.

It is not impossible for some people who cultivate themselves properly to live to be over three hundred years old.

As for ordinary martial artists, if they live to be 150, they are already considered immortals, while the lifespan of ordinary people is even shorter.

However, Wang Chao did not agree immediately. He knew that those cultivators did not care about chivalry and would kill and plunder at the drop of a hat.

This journey will likely not be smooth sailing.

Seemingly sensing Wang Chao's hesitation, Zuo Qiuzhen took out a box from the attic. Upon opening it, even with Wang Chao's composure, he couldn't help but be somewhat taken aback.

The box was filled with countless spirit stones! There were at least a thousand of them. Zuo Qiuzhen truly lived up to his reputation as the mining tycoon of the No. 3 mining area; his net worth was indeed substantial.

Wang Chao knew that Zuo Qiuzhen treated him with such courtesy partly because of his relationship with the White-Robed National Preceptor Li Wenshu, and partly because he valued Wang Chao's identity as a cultivator.

After all, Zuo Qiuzhen had not joined a sect of immortals and could not participate in the auction. He had spirit stones but could not use them. As for Zhao Yuanbao, it was good enough that he didn't covet your spirit stones. If you really hoped to get something from him, it would be nothing but a pipe dream.

“I can bring these miraculous pills back for you, but I’m afraid I’ll have to take some risks on this trip. You should know that those who can participate in the market auction are all true cultivators, not half-baked practitioners like Han Dianli.”

“I am aware of the risks. People like Zhao Yuanbao will appear in that place. This is an auction aimed at cultivators, so there is a high possibility that it will be targeted.”

"However, since you were able to kill that Qi Refining Stage 3 cultivator alongside our late master, you must have some skills. There are over 1,800 spirit stones here. I'll give you 1,000, and you 800. How about it?"

Zuo Qiuzhen was taking a huge gamble. He was betting that what the dynasty had said earlier was true. Since he had the resources to kill cultivators, he wouldn't be too afraid.

For Zuo Qiuzhen, the spirit stone could be obtained again, but the loss of the Dharma connection was a great loss.

This dynasty was clearly fearless. Although it was unclear where its foundation came from, Zuo Qiuzhen was willing to take the gamble. His lifespan had not exceeded the limits of mortals, so he had to make the most of every second.

"it is good!"

Wang Chao didn't say much, but readily agreed. He had a wealth of resources; the most advanced weapons and equipment on Earth were quietly stored in Wang Chao's storage chip.

However, the dynasty dared not use those equipment lightly, because they were not products of this world. Using them would leave many traces, and if they were discovered by someone with ulterior motives, the dynasty might face a life-or-death crisis.

After leaving Zuoqiu Zhen's residence, Wang Chao quickly stored a box of spirit stones into his storage chip, and then headed back towards the residence without looking back.

Not far away, a figure watched the dynasty depart, and then quietly retreated.

Inside the residence of the Drought Ceremony, a miner at the peak of the Day After Tomorrow realm stood meekly in front of the courtyard.

Inside the courtyard, Han Li was teaching Zhang Quan the methods of cultivation. A misty spiritual aura emanated from Zhang Quan, giving him a somewhat otherworldly and ethereal air.

After a long while, Zhang Quan finished his practice.

"He's truly got potential. With just one Spirit Nourishing Pill, he can draw Qi into his body. Meanwhile, those useless people with five elemental roots are probably still struggling to draw Qi into their bodies."

Han Dianyi was amazed to see that Zhang Quan had managed to draw in Qi so quickly. He recalled how Han Dianyi had paid a huge price to obtain the "Qinghui One Qi Technique".

At that time, it took a thousand low-grade spirit stones to obtain the cultivation method from Zhao Yuanbao. However, after Han Dianli went to the auction in the market, he was so angry that he spat out a mouthful of blood.

The cultivation method he treasured was worth less than a hundred spirit stones. Zhao Yuanbao, true to his nickname "Zhao the Skinflint," was ruthless and greedy, raising the price by more than tenfold.

If it were anyone else, Han Dianli would have gone mad long ago. However, Zhao Yuanbao possessed the cultivation level of the fourth stage of Qi Refining and even knew the method of sword control. If he hadn't been unable to win, Han Dianli would have already turned on him.

However, he also vaguely knew that this spirit mine belonged to a very large sect, the Qinghui Sword Sect.

The more he understood cultivators, the less he dared to act recklessly. Han Dianli knew in his heart that if he behaved himself, he would still be the mine tyrant of the No. 3 mining area, living a carefree life.

If he dares to act provocatively, the higher-ups at those spirit mines can wipe him out in no time.

"It is still thanks to Master's excellent teaching."

Zhang Quan bowed respectfully, but in that instant, a shadowy glint flashed in his eyes as he inwardly grumbled.

This old man is taking advantage of his age. If it weren't for the cultivation techniques you have here, would I be so respectful?

"You must cultivate diligently. In the coming days, I will arrange for you to fight against that dynasty. Don't disgrace your master."

Han Dianli also had his own calculations. He and Zuo Qiuzhen were not going to be able to determine a winner in a short time. If Zhang Quan could grow stronger, he would break the power of the two sides' leaders.

If Zhang Quan's spiritual power were to deepen further, and he were to acquire some spiritual talismans, the combined combat strength of the two would greatly increase. Once Zuo Qiuzhen was eliminated, the No. 3 mining area would be entirely under his control.

"Yes."

Zhang Quan bowed his head in agreement. He understood that there was no such thing as a free lunch in the world. The fact that Han Licheng was willing to spend money to cultivate him meant that he still had value to him.

The martial artist miner, who was at the peak of the Day after tomorrow realm, saw the two of them taking a break and quickly stepped forward to report their results.

"Oh? You mean that Wang Chao rested in Zuoqiu Zhen's residence for five days before leaving today? What items was he carrying?"

After hearing the martial artist's report, Han Dianli pondered. He knew Zuo Qiuzhen's thoughts all too well; Zuo Qiuzhen wanted to participate in the market auction.

However, the threshold for the market auction is at least the first stage of Qi Refining. Therefore, Zuo Qiuzhen has no choice but to cultivate the dynasty to the first stage of Qi Refining.

However, he had also heard that these five elemental spiritual roots were undoubtedly geniuses in ancient times, but now they were nothing but good-for-nothings. Just to draw Qi into the body, it would take at least five Spirit Nourishing Pills.

Unless Zuo Qiuzhen had given away all his savings, where did he get so many Spirit-Nourishing Pills?

"When he came out, he was indeed empty-handed."

The martial artist quickly patted his chest and solemnly assured him that the dynasty had indeed left Zuoqiu Zhen's residence empty-handed.