Qin Ming circled around outside a few times, confirming no one was following, then immediately rode Escape Light and disappeared in an instant into the sky.
However, he did not rush towards Wangyue Island but instead headed to a nearby city.
This city is located near Inch Mountain Market, not too far away, named Jialing City.
Qin Ming, coming to Inch Mountain this time, happened to remember a matter from when he was in Yunhuang Marsh, Qingyang Market, a transaction he had made with Fengg Yuan, promising to take care of his descendants.
Back then, Fengg Yuan had used the Foundation Establishment Spiritual Object 'Celestial Fire Spirit Liquid' as an exchange with Qin Ming.
And finally he revealed the hiding place of the Beast Hide Map, which led Qin Ming not only to unexpectedly obtain the Spirit-Devouring Poison Flame but also the subsequent cultivation technique of the Hundred Treasures Glaze Scripture.
It can be said, also thanks to Fellow Daoist Fengg, otherwise, he would truly have difficulty reaching his current position.
Before Fengg Yuan died, he explained that his clansmen were in this Jialing City.
Qin Ming passed through here, perfect to fulfill the previous promise and end this cause and effect.
Qin Ming transformed into a burly man with bristling beard, then landed near a small forest outside Jialing City.
He adjusted the mana breath on his body to the Late-stage Qi Cultivation, then nodded satisfactorily and walked towards Jialing City.
This small city is not large; inside, there are even mortals living. Qin Ming released his Divine Thought to scan and found that the cultivators with the highest cultivation in the city are only at the Late-stage Qi Cultivation.
Jialing City, with restaurants standing in rows, flags swaying, pedestrians and carriages coming and going on the roads, various street vendors passionately hawking, the city is small but well-equipped with a myriad of goods stalls at every glance.
The street-side snacks exude an appetizing aroma, full of the bustling human atmosphere.
Qin Ming wandered around for a bit, then arrived before a mansion, with several children playing outside the gate.
They looked up and saw a fierce-looking burly man with bristling beard walking toward them.
Suddenly, they ran swiftly back into the yard...
Qin Ming touched his face and muttered, "Am I that scary?"
He went forward and knocked on the gate; moments later, a middle-aged cultivator came out to open the door, looking very similar to the Fengg Brothers.
Qin Ming casually glanced at the person, discovering he was only a cultivator at the Mid-stage Qi Cultivation.
The middle-aged cultivator looked and sensed the opponent was a great cultivator at the Late-stage Qi Cultivation, hurriedly clasped his hands and said, "Greetings, Fellow Daoist, may I know what brings you to my humble abode?"
"Haha! Is this the Fengg Clan that moved over from Jiangdong? What relation are Fengg Yuan and Fengg Fan to you?" Qin Ming asked in a muffled voice.
Upon hearing these words, the middle-aged cultivator's expression immediately became excited; he hurriedly asked, "Do you know the whereabouts of my clan uncle?"
To be honest, over the years, the remaining clansmen of the Fengg Clan have been trying to find news of the two clan uncles, but there has been no news until today.
Unexpectedly, today, news has come to the door.
"Hmm, my surname is Long, an old acquaintance of the Fengg Brothers, and quite familiar with them." Qin Ming nodded indeterminately.
"Ah, do come in quickly. I am Fengg Sihai."
The middle-aged cultivator was overjoyed upon hearing this and extended his hand to invite Qin Ming into the yard.
The Fengg Family's courtyard was quite expansive, with a flourishing population. The clanspeople inside, seeing the clan leader respectfully leading a stranger in, all showed curious expressions.
Fengg Sihai brought Qin Ming to the inner hall, and then also summoned several other direct clansmen, both young and old. They too had heard about the news of their elders, all gathered in the hall, looking expectantly at Qin Ming.
Seeing this scene, Qin Ming was at a loss for words for a moment.
Finally, he sighed and said, "Both Fellow Daoists Fengg have already fallen... Here is a personal letter from Fellow Daoist Fengg Yuan entrusted to me before his death."
"What?!"
"The two clan uncles have fallen?"
"This..."
This news was like a bolt from the blue for the Fengg Family, with many present unable to accept it for a moment, starting to sob quietly on the spot.
Fengg Sihai was also struck, his face pale. Originally thinking that the two clan uncles finally had news, little did he think the awaited was bad news!
He found it hard to believe and took the letter from Qin Ming's hand, his hands tremblingly opened it, indeed confirming it was the handwriting of his clan uncle Fengg Yuan.
"Fellow Daoist Fengg, my condolences..." Qin Ming felt the sorrowful atmosphere in the hall and comforted the other party.
"Fellow Daoist Long, may I ask how the two clan uncles met their demise?"
Upon hearing this, Qin Ming truthfully recounted the story of the Fengg Brothers meeting misfortune while exploring the Ancient Ruins to the Fengg Family members.
"Ah! It's fate!"
"I have long advised the two clan uncles not to always take such big risks, going out to hunt demons and seek fortune."
"There will always be a time when things go wrong, little did I know this wasn't… ah!"
Qin Ming did not intend to stay much longer, so he proceeded to speak: "Before Fellow Daoist Fengg Yuan passed, he made a transaction with my family; I am here this time to repay that favor."
"You may choose any from the cultivation resources, pills, cultivation techniques, magical artifact, spiritual materials, or make a reasonable request, as long as it's within Fellow Daoist Long's capabilities."
Fengg Sihai was momentarily stunned upon hearing this, having observed this Fellow Daoist Long, whose cultivation strength is unfathomable, by no means an ordinary cultivator. After pondering for a moment, he decisively asked, "Since this is the case, Fengg has a presumptuous request. Could there be any young disciples under the clan who catch Fellow Daoist Long's eye?"
"My family is naturally free-spirited, not fond of accepting disciples, you should choose another." Qin Ming hurriedly waved his hand.
"Uh..."
"I wonder... what Fellow Daoist Fengg Yuan's cousin exchanged with Fellow Daoist Long for this favor back then, so that I can evaluate its worth." Fengg Sihai thought for a moment and said.
Qin Ming did not hide anything: "It was a Foundation Establishment Spiritual Object, Celestial Fire Spirit Liquid."
Everyone in the hall was shocked upon hearing this; they did not expect such a rare cultivation resource.
"If you want it, I can also give you a Foundation Establishment Spiritual Object; however, considering Fengg Family's current capabilities, it might bring disaster instead. You should think carefully."
"Moreover, I can tell you a piece of news: soon there will be a beast calamity affecting the entire cultivation realm of Wei Country. You should prepare to evacuate this place early."
"It's best to move to a large cultivation city; that's where it will be relatively safe."
Qin Ming said blandly.
"Ah? What?! Beast calamity?"
The Fengg family members began to panic, shocked by the explosive news from Fellow Daoist Long.
"Does Fellow Daoist Long have a way to introduce us Fengg family members to move into a large Immortal City? Fengg Sihai is willing to use this condition to offset the cousin's favor transaction." Fengg Sihai understood how to make crucial decisions in the face of significant issues.
Right now, the most important thing is to secure one's life because having the life to enjoy Foundation Establishment spiritual objects, cultivation techniques, and pills is essential.
Moreover, the residence rights in large Immortal Cities are not easy to obtain; Fengg Sihai wanted to seize the opportunity while it lasted.
Qin Ming pondered slightly and said: "Okay."
Then he took out a blank jade scroll, wrote an introductory letter, and handed it to Fengg Sihai, instructing: "Take this to the guard at the entrance of Vast Sea Immortal City and tell them it's for Steward Lvu."
"There will naturally be someone to settle your family members."
Fengg Sihai took the jade scroll and, with an excited expression, bowed gratefully to Qin Ming, "Thank you, Fellow Daoist Long! I am immensely grateful for such a favor!"
Vast Sea Immortal City is the largest city favored by Great Independent Cultivators; it's a place many dream of living in. Moving into such a place means safety won't be a concern.
Furthermore, it will benefit the future development of Fengg Family since their main industry is making talisman, which assures their livelihood wherever they go.
"Fellow Daoist Fengg should quickly organize your family to set out; the beast tide may arrive soon."
Qin Ming then took out two bottles of Spirit Storage Pill and handed them to Fengg Sihai, "Alright, the matter is complete. I'll take my leave now. Farewell till we meet again!"
"It's the Spirit Storage Pill! Fellow Daoist Long, please wait a moment!" Fengg Sihai admired Qin Ming's credibility, handing them a prestigious spiritual pill in addition to offering them a place of refuge, improving his impression of Qin Ming significantly.
He hesitated for a moment, seemingly determined about something!
Qin Ming paused in surprise and asked: "Does Fellow Daoist Fengg have any other matters?"
"Oh, Fellow Daoist Long, it's like this. Not long ago, a member from our family found something remarkable in an abandoned cave mansion."
"We have studied it for a long time but haven't understood what it is, and we dare not sell it fearing it might bring disaster."
"I'll take Fellow Daoist Long to have a look, and maybe we can make another transaction if you're interested," Fengg Sihai explained.
Qin Ming raised his eyebrows, then nodded.
Later, Fengg Sihai took Qin Ming to a secret room in the backyard.
After opening several hidden doors, a spacious stone chamber appeared before Qin Ming.
In the center of the stone chamber stood a stone urn with a faintly glowing mysterious object about the size of a fist.
Qin Ming's heart leapt with excitement upon seeing it, and he thought: 'It's actually Innate Earth!'
Innate Earth, said to contain the Power of Origin, is an object reputed to make spirit soil expand and grow continuously, enhancing its fertility.
With this Innate Earth, the island's spirit field area can be expanded limitlessly.
The value of this object can no longer be measured by Spirit Stones.
'It's surprising how astonishingly lucky Fengg Family is, finding such a rare and invaluable item.'
'Heh, this Innate Earth is meant to come to me today!'
'Luckily, Fengg Sihai was cautious and discreet; if the news of this leaked, it would surely bring disaster to the family.'
Qin Ming externally remained calm and said: "This object is indeed extraordinary, piquing my interest."
"Fengg Daoist, name your price."
Fengg Sihai was overjoyed, then cupped his hands in gratitude, saying: "Fellow Daoist Long, had it not been for your visit today notifying us, my Fengg Family might encounter a catastrophe; it's all up to Fellow Daoist Long."
Qin Ming thought for a moment, then took out some cultivation techniques and pills suitable for Qi Cultivation Stage from his storage pouch along with several High-Grade Spiritual Artifacts and handed them to Fengg Sihai.
He promised: "If someday Fengg Family cultivators reach Late-stage Qi Cultivation, I'll offer another reward."
Fengg Sihai didn't expect Qin Ming to be so generous and became deeply grateful to him.
"Additionally, once the beast calamity erupts, all cultivation resources will inevitably increase in value, like pills, talisman, and Spirit Rice, so you all should prepare in advance."
Transaction finished, Qin Ming advised Fengg Sihai a few things, then left Jialing City amidst the Fengg family's courteous farewell.
"Didn't expect this trip to be so fruitful, acquiring Tier Three Array and delighting in a chunk of Innate Earth."
"I might be able to expand my spirit field island again! Hehehe!"
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