Clan Cultivation: My Intelligence Updated Daily

Yanxing County.

This prefecture is right next to Yingchuan Prefecture, and it takes only four or five days for a Foundation Establishment cultivator to travel back and forth.

Since the news of five Foundation Establishment Pills appearing at the auction spread to several surrounding counties, Golden Core and Foundation Establishment forces from all over have been rushing to this place.

"Such a powerful aura, he must be a late-stage Foundation Establishment cultivator. It's best to keep your distance."

Some cultivators flying through the air felt a chill run down their spines when they saw a small boat moving slowly on the distant horizon. They suddenly increased their speed and disappeared into the sky in a flash.

The green boat wasn't large, just enough to accommodate three people. Zhang Lingyu curiously examined the flying magical artifact beneath her feet and couldn't help but praise it:

"What a wonderful ritual implement."

"This was a gift from a friend when I was traveling in Yunhai County many years ago. Although it is only of the highest grade of Qi Refining, it is very convenient. However, I have not used it for a long time and I am a bit rusty."

Zhang Yuanhua stroked his beard and looked into the distance. As he spoke, he seemed to be recalling the past and sighed:

"Hehe, I wonder if that old fellow has broken through to the Golden Core stage yet. It's a pity that I don't have that kind of luck. I can only entrust it to you juniors."

"Let's not talk about that anymore, Lingyu. Have you said goodbye to your parents?"

The old man's sudden change of tone caused Zhang Lingyu to pause for a moment, then she nodded in response:

"I already bid farewell yesterday."

Although the person inside is not the original Zhang Lingyu, he had promised to take care of the original owner's parents in their old age and see them off when they died.

Since I don't know when I'll be able to return from this training trip, I naturally have to leave behind many items and give some instructions.

As the original owner's parents grew older, they trembled as they spoke when they heard that their child was going on a long journey and they wouldn't see him for several years or even more than a decade.

"Is that so..."

The old man didn't say much, but took the opportunity to begin introducing the Wanling Mountains.

Since his junior had decided to gain experience here, he felt it was necessary to give him proper instructions, so he simply said:

"Since Lingyu wants to go on a training trip, I must say a few words. The Ten Thousand Spirits Mountain Range spans several counties and is home to many demonic beasts. It is generally divided into three areas: the outer area, the inner area, and the core area. There are five Nascent Soul demons in the core area. The inner area is where Golden Core demon kings live. As for the outer area, the demonic beasts are constantly fighting for territory, and there is still no unified plan."

"It is precisely because the outer areas of the Wanling Mountains are so chaotic that they are suitable for you to train and gain experience."

"Thank you for your guidance, Elder."

In fact, Zhang Lingyu had previously read the records about the Wanling Mountains in the family's ancient books. The Golden Core Demon Kings in the inner area were all under the control of their respective Demon Emperors. Unless their superiors had a conflict, they would not rashly attack each other's territory.

After all, those who have cultivated to such a level cherish their lives and property very much.

However, he had one major concern and asked, "If that's the case, will the demon kings come to our human territory?"

"Won't."

"They dare not."

Zhang Yuanhua shook his head and explained, "There is a city called Tianliu City near the Wanling Mountains in Yanxing County. Three Golden Core cultivators from the Seven Sects are stationed there."

"A bold demon king would likely be detected and killed immediately upon entering our human territory."

"Furthermore, without the Demon Emperor's order, they will not easily come out. These demons have cultivated for hundreds or thousands of years and cherish their lives very much."

"I see."

After listening to the old man's explanation, Zhang Lingyu understood a lot. However, upon hearing the words "Tianliu City," she immediately thought of the Tianliu Jade Pendant she had obtained in Tianyuan Market. So she quickly asked, "Elder, was Tianliu City built by the Seven Sects?"

"No, it is said that a certain sect built it to resist the beast tide. Later, the sect was destroyed, and the seven sects took over and renovated it."

The old man hadn't expected the boy to ask that question. After thinking for a moment, he couldn't recall anything and shook his head, saying:

"We have never heard of this sect before. They have built such a huge city, yet there is no record of it in the ancient books. It is really strange."

Zhang Lingyu was immediately disappointed. If the old man said he didn't know, then he really didn't know.

However, it's highly likely that his cultivation level was too low to access it, and perhaps those Golden Core families and Nascent Soul sects have some records of it.

"Or you could check out the updates to the intelligence system later."

Since the system says that the jade pendant is the key to enter the inner hall, it probably refers to the inner hall where the sect is located, and the sect gate is most likely in some secret realm.

Furthermore, he will definitely go to Tianliu City, and we'll see if we can find any useful clues there.

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Yanxingfang City.

With the aid of a flying magic artifact, Zhang Lingyu and his two companions arrived in less than two days.

Even though there are still six days until the auction, the number of cultivators queuing to enter the market is already enormous, and the lowest cultivation level among them is the late stage of Qi Refining!

Seeing this scene, Zhang Xingyao felt a headache coming on and said with a wry smile, "With so many people, it won't be easy to get the Foundation Establishment Pill this time."

"What do you think?"

The old man chuckled:

"You should know that seventy years ago, a Golden Core spiritual item was publicly auctioned here. I was fortunate enough to participate. That was a lot of talent. What is this compared to that?"

Zhang Lingyu and the other exchanged a glance. A single Golden Core spiritual item was worth over ten thousand spirit stones; they could probably barely afford it even if they sold their entire Zhang family.

This is also why Zhang Yuanhua gave up trying. Using the strength of the entire clan to help someone with a slim chance of breaking through to the Foundation Establishment stage would only hasten the destruction of the clan.

Because of the auction, the checks before entering the market were very strict, and the three of them waited for almost half an hour before it was their turn.

"What a grand display."

Zhang Lingyu was surprised to find that the cultivators guarding the market were at least at the peak of Qi Refining, not to mention the two Foundation Establishment cultivators who were constantly on guard against them.

"normal."

Zhang Yuanhua was already used to comparisons. After paying the fee of 150 spirit stones to enter the market, he stepped into the magic array in front of him.

This is a special inspection array set up by the market to prevent evil cultivators and demonic cultivators from infiltrating.

A flash of inspiration struck, and after checking that the three people were found to be without any abnormalities, the cultivator in charge of guarding them let them pass.

As soon as Zhang Lingyu entered the market, he was greeted by a variety of stalls and crowds.

The streets were packed with people, and its liveliness far surpassed that of Tianyuan Market.

While the auction certainly played a part, Yanxing County is located next to the Wanling Mountains, so its usual traffic is quite high.

"Let's go, let's find a place to stay first."

The old man hadn't been out for a long time and wanted to go for a stroll early, so he gave the instructions:

"The auction doesn't start for a few days yet, so you're free to browse around with Lingyu in the meantime."

"Xingyao and I will visit various shops these days to find a good buyer and sell the Poisonous Spring Orchid in exchange for a Foundation Establishment spiritual item or a Foundation Establishment Pill."