The giant Dharma Ship of Mirror Snow Pavilion, like a Primordial Giant Beast, slowly ascended into the sky, then suddenly accelerated, transforming into a stream of light and disappearing into the horizon.

In the pavilion atop the Dharma Ship.

"Greetings, Fellow Daoist Qin!"

"Hello, Honored Guest Elder Qin!"

In the lavishly decorated private room, the senior members of the Celestial River Market Mirror Snow Pavilion branch had all gathered.

"Fellow Daoist Qin! Let me introduce you, this is Li Mu, the Li Guardian of our pavilion, whom you probably haven't met before." Aunt Long introduced after ushering Qin into the room.

A square-faced middle-aged cultivator in his forties rose from his seat, saluted Qin Ming, and greeted him, "Fellow Daoist Qin, well met!"

Qin Ming courteously returned the salute, "Greetings, Fellow Daoist Li."

Glancing around the room, Qin Ming noted that among the cultivators accompanying the Mirror Snow Pavilion to Qianye Spirit Island, Li Mu had the highest cultivation, at the Mid-Stage Foundation Establishment.

Including the Early-stage Foundation Establishment cultivators, there were three, counting Aunt Long.

A team of one Mid-stage Foundation Establishment cultivator and three Early-stage Foundation Establishment cultivators escorting the Dharma Ship certainly constituted a splendid assembly.

Furthermore, Qin Ming discreetly observed the Li Guardian and sensed his mana was abundant, indicating that he was not an ordinary Mid-stage Foundation Establishment cultivator, suggesting significant strength.

After some pleasantries, everyone took their seats, sipping tea and engaging in conversation.

A few hours later.

The Dharma Ship began to decelerate gradually.

Aunt Long glanced out the window and then remarked, "We've arrived at Qianye Spirit Island. Everyone, prepare yourselves."

Hearing this, Qin Ming also went over to look, seeing a massive Spirit Island appearing below the ship, its scale several dozen times larger than his own Wangyue Island, growing larger in his view.

Once devastated by war, Qianye Spirit Island had been restored over time, nearly back to its original state.

Qin Ming went outside onto the deck, gazing down at the entire island. The majestic Qianye Mountain Range was the first sight that captured his attention.

Cloud Seas rolled among the peaks, with immortally resembling cranes and spirit birds flying through, as if one stood within a fairyland.

The exterior of the Spirit Island was enveloped in a huge light curtain emitting a blue glow, with flowing runes within, clearly the Tier Three Array newly installed by the Nie Family after assuming control of the island.

The Grand Array refracted the distant sky's cloud mist, shimmering with multicolored twilight.

Countless varying Dharma Ships flew past grandly, with the flags of various factions fluttering atop the masts.

Such a magnificent scene was akin to an Immortal Realm, bringing a sense of open, joyful spirit.

After half an incense stick time, the Dharma Ship of Mirror Snow Pavilion docked at the port of Qianye Spirit Island.

"Fellow Daoist Qin, let us disembark first; Guardian Li and others need to oversee the unloading of goods," Aunt Long said with a faint smile.

Qin Ming nodded, following Aunt Long off the Dharma Ship.

At the entrance to Qianye Spirit Island's port, a guard checkpoint was set up, with a long line of cultivators waiting to have their invitations checked and identities verified before entering the island.

Aunt Long led Qin Ming around these queues, entering through another entrance guarded by only a few Foundation Establishment cultivators, without needing to wait.

However, this inspection was more stringent, with a high-tier array for recognizing disguises and a Foundation Establishment Stage Spirit Dog-type Demon Beast sniffing the visiting cultivators' aura.

After Aunt Long presented the invitation from Mirror Snow Pavilion, an elder at the Foundation Establishment Stage among Qianye Spirit Island's guards warmly greeted her, "Oh! It's Aunt Long from Mirror Snow Pavilion, please, come in!"

Then his gaze fell upon Qin Ming beside her, his expression first showing surprise, then delight, as he cupped his hands to Qin Ming, "Isle Master Qin is here too! What an honor!"

Qin Ming handed over his invitation as well, a smile appearing on his face, "Haha! I heard a grand event was being hosted on Qianye Spirit Island and came to join in the fun out of leisure."

"Isle Master Qin, renowned Spirit Plant Master of the Spirit Nest Islands, is always welcome."

The Foundation Establishment elder personally led Qin Ming and Aunt Long into the island.

They arrived in a spacious valley filled with numerous large and small buildings, evidently the site for the trade fair.

In the center was an enormous plaza capable of accommodating over ten thousand people, with seating and stands arranged.

The elder from the Nie Family guided them to a separate courtyard in the valley, presumably the temporary residence of the Mirror Snow Pavilion for the coming days.

Afterward, the elder explained some essential points, particularly prohibiting entry into a few restricted areas on the island.

Qin Ming and Aunt Long entered the courtyard arranged by the Nie Family, with its lush greenery, artistically designed rock gardens and ponds, and a serene atmosphere.

Occasionally, ancient-styled pavilions and exquisite stone and wood carvings caught their eyes.

Outside the courtyard was a row of shops open to the public for trading goods.

"Fellow Daoist Qin, please feel free to rest in your room for a while, or you can take a stroll outside. I'll go check on the goods," Aunt Long said to Qin Ming.

Qin Ming nodded, "Fellow Daoist Long, please go ahead."

After Aunt Long left, Qin Ming ventured out alone to observe the surroundings.

The members of Mirror Snow Pavilion also began bustling about, arranging all their goods in the street-sided shops.

Half a day later.

All shops in the Qianye Spirit Island valley opened to the public.

Strolling along the stone-paved path, observing the bustling crowd and the rows of shops, Qin Ming couldn't help but marvel, "The Loose Alliance and the Nie Family have outdone themselves! It's livelier than the Qingyang Market ever was."

The myriad spirit island clans, along with various invited factions, filled the valley, creating a seething mass of people amidst gathered merchants and guests.

"Hey! Come take a look, come have a glance!"

"Jade Water Spirit Fish, a speciality of Longkui Island, have benefits for mana enhancement during the Qi Cultivation Stage, and an exceptionally delicious taste."

"Talismans from the Wan Family are on sale! Guaranteed quality, no deception!"

"What? The Wan Family is here too? Their talismans are renowned! Quickly, get me two sheets!"

"Little Tuo Mountain Artifact Refining Workshop offers every kind of Magical Artifact, essential for home travel and magical duels!"

"..."

Qin Ming also roamed around the valley, casually purchasing a few items that caught his interest.

These trades between spirit islands amassed a bit of buzz for the upcoming trade fair.

At 11:00 AM.

Aunt Long informed Qin Ming that the first day's trade fair on Qianye Spirit Island was about to start.

Representatives of all the major spirit island clans and forces had arrived, taking their seats around the central plaza in order.

Qin Ming reached Mirror Snow Pavilion's designated area and casually picked a chair to sit in.

As he looked around at those present, he noticed quite a number of people exuding strong auras.

Among them were a few familiar figures, including Huoo Qianqiu of the 72 Island Loose Alliance, and based on the mana aura he sensed from him, he had clearly broken through to the Late-stage Foundation Establishment.

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