More than ten days later.

On the outskirts of the Shadow Forest, at the Flowing Light Market.

This is a market established by the Profound Celestial Sect.

The Profound Celestial Sect boasts two Nascent Soul True Monarchs and a hundred thousand sect disciples.

It is the undisputed overlord of Song Country, the foremost of the seven sects.

The Flowing Light Market is only two hundred miles from the edge of the Shadow Forest.

The Profound Celestial Sect established the market here, stationing sect disciples to purchase demon beast blood, spirit flowers, spirit grass, various ores, refining materials, and other resources nearby.

A modest supplement to the sect's income.

At the same time, it is also a frontier outpost for defending against beast tides.

Shen Xuan concealed his aura and changed his appearance, suppressing his realm cultivation to the Early Stage of Foundation Establishment, registering his identity as the loose cultivator "Shen Fei."

The Deep Water Hook Snake is located in the inner region of the Shadow Forest at Luoxia Lake.

So many years have passed, Shen Xuan is not in a rush at the moment.

The Cyan Cloud Sect is advancing large furnace refining, purchasing large quantities of tier two spirit pill materials.

In Shen Xuan's storage pouch, apart from spirit stones, there are more spirit stones.

Gu Jinqin directly allocated one million one hundred thousand spirit stones to him.

It is said that Master Gu Feng transferred it from the Yang Family.

A Golden Core Family has plenty of spirit stones.

Previously, Master Gu Feng had no channel to earn spirit stones, so it was hard to voice out.

Now, the small Gu Feng's large furnace refining is a rolling source of wealth.

There is no need for Master Gu Feng to speak; the Yang Family came with spirit stones for investment.

Apart from the spirit stones invested in two cultivation shops, Shen Xuan still has over six hundred thousand spirit stones.

Soon, over half of Shen Xuan's spirit stones were spent.

He swept away the main materials for three kinds of spirit pills in the Flowing Light Market.

Such a manner naturally attracted the attention of interested parties.

Multiple tracking talismans were placed on him.

To this, Shen Xuan was secretly delighted, pretending not to know.

Most of his wealth came from counter-killing tribulation cultivators.

True talisman making, premium thunder talismans, poison talismans, he kept for backup, thus not profiting much.

Last time, the Su family of Feiyun Mountain even attempted to increase the share of thunder talisman profits.

How could Shen Xuan agree!

Without any merit, they still want to exploit him!

Shen Xuan took the opportunity to extricate himself.

As for the thunder talisman materials, Thunder Crystal Bamboo.

It is not exclusive to the Su Family of Feiyun Mountain.

Moreover, Shen Xuan already has plans.

After breaking through to the Middle Stage of Foundation Establishment, he no longer regards the "Breaking Evil Divine Thunder Talisman" highly.

He investigated and found that the sect has a tier two top grade "Nine Heavens Divine Thunder Talisman" inheritance.

The specialized talisman paper and cinnabar needed, Shen Xuan can purchase Thunder Sound Bamboo from the Profound Bamboo Sect through Scholar Qianzhu to make.

The power of the "Nine Heavens Divine Thunder Talisman" far surpasses that of the "Breaking Evil Divine Thunder Talisman."

However, this matter is complicated and is a plan for the next step.

Shen Xuan's immediate priority is still to hunt Deep Water Hook Snake and Thunder Beast as much as possible.

To extract their essence blood and refine their carcasses into Golden Corpse Beasts.

Shen Xuan took a turn around the Flowing Light Market.

Here, being near the Shadow Forest, the prices of demon beast materials are cheap.

Occasionally, he could also see tier two demon beast essence blood.

Shen Xuan was in luck.

He spent seven thousand spirit stones to buy two portions of lower grade tier two Water Demon essence blood.

They were from the Chameleon Water Lizard and the Four-Eared Long-Tongued Macaque, respectively.

Although it might not be possible to capture useful bloodline talents.

However, it could also increase some Dao Rhyme points.

Shen Xuan wandered the Flowing Light Market for three days, and his storage pouch was half-empty.

That night, at the self-operated inn of the Profound Celestial Sect.

Shen Xuan had just returned when he received an invitation.

The name was: Chi Yangzi of the Profound Celestial Sect.

Shen Xuan felt a sense of doubt.

With a perfect level "Concealing Breath Technique," coupled with the "Illusion Technique," a Foundation Establishment realm cultivator could not see through his true appearance.

As for the Core Formation True Master.

In the entire Flowing Light Market, there is only one.

Is there any free time to concern himself with such a small figure like him.

Only the Profound Celestial Sect would have a Core Formation True Master in such a market.

Ordinary sect markets would at most have a Fake Pill Master overseeing things.

"Loose cultivator Shen Fei, greets the upper cultivator of the Profound Celestial Sect."

Shen Xuan respectfully saluted.

At this moment, he was just an early stage Foundation Establishment loose cultivator.

In front of him, Chi Yangzi was a middle stage Foundation Establishment cultivator from a major sect.

On the surface, his strength and status were far above his own.

"I don't know why Fellow Daoist Chi Yangzi is looking for me?"

"Well spoken!"

Chi Yangzi returned the salute and then said, "May I boldly ask, is Fellow Daoist Shen adept at alchemy?"

Shen Xuan replied honestly, "I do not know alchemy."

Chi Yangzi stared intensely at Shen Xuan, his Divine Sense repeatedly scanning him.

Shen Xuan remained calm and unperturbed.

Just a middle stage Foundation Establishment, even if close, could not see through his disguise.

Clearly, Chi Yangzi was also not sure.

"Then let me be frank, Fellow Daoist Shen. You have spent four hundred thousand spirit stones on spirit pill materials in the market."

"Acting so high-profile, you've already caught the attention of some scoundrels who left marks on you."

Hearing this, Shen Xuan was startled and overwhelmed.

"Is this true? Thank you, Fellow Daoist Chi Yangzi, for informing me!"

"I thought that Flowing Light Market was under the jurisdiction of the Profound Celestial Sect and was well-ordered, nothing would happen."

"I was careless!"

Chi Yangzi looked at Shen Xuan speechlessly.

Both were old foxes with hundreds of years of experience, why put on this charade!

Not a word of Shen Xuan's statements was believed by him.

A mere loose cultivator, if truly this reckless, would have long been a lifeless corpse.

"Fellow Daoist Shen, worry not. I have warned those involved not to commit misdeeds!"

"Otherwise, the Profound Celestial Sect will not let them off!"

Shen Xuan could only thank reluctantly, "Thank you, Fellow Daoist Chi Yangzi!"

Well, the great plan to make a fortune was foiled.

This Profound Celestial Sect is indeed meddlesome!

Then again,

Are those scoundrels truly unconnected with the Profound Celestial Sect?

Not necessarily!

To eke out a living in Flowing Light Market, how could one not curry favor with the powerful figures of the Profound Celestial Sect?

Chi Yangzi saw that Shen Xuan was unwilling to reveal his identity.

The two exchanged some strategic conversations, finding it dull.

After a brief exchange of pleasantries, Chi Yangzi left reluctantly.

After leaving the sect inn, in a secluded alley, someone followed up.

"Have you figured out his background?"

"No. This person is not simple, must be a disciple of a major sect. Do not provoke him!"

"Ah, what a pity, a big fish!"

"Who is the fish, that's not certain yet!"

Chiyangzi glanced at the person next to him.

"That's all I have to say, whether you listen or not, it's up to you."

"Of course we listen to you! Caution is paramount in everything! You're looking out for us!"

The person said with a cheeky grin.

The two exchanged a few words and then hurriedly parted ways.

Shen Xuan, using the Invisibility Technique, hid his figure, listening to their conversation from the void, shook his head, and gave up tracking.

He returned to the Sect Inn to rest.

The next day, Shen Xuan had just settled the inn fees.

Chiyangzi came again.

"Fellow Daoist Shen is going out?"

"Yes! Since I'm here, I definitely want to experience the Shadow Forest."

"Perfect. Let me introduce some friends to Fellow Daoist Shen."

"Great!"

Shen Xuan agreed readily.

If the friends introduced are Tribulation Cultivators, that couldn't be better.

When Chiyangzi brought Shen Xuan to the market tavern's private room, six figures had already gathered there.

Two at the Middle Stage of Foundation Establishment, four at the Late Stage of Qi Cultivation.

Among them, there were two young female cultivators with delicate features and graceful figures.

One of them was his old friend Wen Zijian.

However, although Wen Zijian was at the Middle Stage of the Foundation Establishment Realm, his aura was somewhat unstable.

Shen Xuan used the Insight Technique and sharp-eyed observation to examine him.

He must have used some secret technique, squeezing potential, and forcefully breaking through to the Middle Stage of Foundation Establishment, leaving aftereffects.

What a pity.

Shen Xuan sighed inwardly.

Among his friends, Wen Zijian had relatively good talent.

Unexpectedly, he too would rush for quick results and choose to forcefully breakthrough.

Without great fortuitous opportunities, Wen Zijian's path in cultivation would stop at the middle stage of the Foundation Establishment Realm.

"This is Fellow Daoist Shen Fei, a loose cultivator."

"This is Fellow Daoist Wen Zijian from the Golden Concealment Sect."

"This is Fellow Daoist Yuan Huaixin from the Flame Sect."

As for the four at the late stage of Qi Cultivation, Chiyangzi directly ignored them.

Qi Cultivation Cultivators didn't even have the qualification to step forward and speak.

"Is this loose cultivator the master Chiyangzi was referring to? I can't see where he's impressive!"

"You're looking for death! How dare you discuss a Foundation Establishment senior behind their back!"

"We're so far away, he can't hear us. Besides, we're sect disciples! What can he do to us, a mere loose cultivator!"

"Don't talk about Foundation Establishment seniors behind their back! If word gets out, it could negatively affect the sect's reputation!"

The four young men and women were whispering and discussing among themselves.

The two female cultivators were cautious and advised against it.

The two male cultivators were speaking boldly, trying to show off in front of the female cultivators.

Shen Xuan's five senses were keen; even without using the Insight Technique, he could hear them clearly.

These four were all in their thirties to fifties.

Still so ignorant of caution!

Clearly, they grew up in the sect's sheltered environment.

Having never honed their skills outside.

Relying on their status as sect disciples, they displayed arrogance in front of loose cultivators, unaware of their need for restraint.

In fact, the Golden Concealment Sect and the Flame Sect were just small sects in Song Country.

Neither of them even had a Golden Core True Master.

At most, they had two or three Core Formation True Masters.

Shen Xuan naturally wouldn't bother with these young ones.

Wen Zijian, on the other hand, glared at them sharply.

Only then did the four settle down, not daring to continue discussing.

Shen Xuan exchanged a few pleasantries with Wen Zijian and Yuan Huaixin.

Chiyangzi then explained the reason.

It turns out that Wen Zijian and Yuan Huaixin were acting on their sects' orders, bringing elite disciples to the Shadow Forest for training.

Practicing isolated like that makes it hard to grow.

The sects wanted them to take these elite disciples outside to gain experience, hone their skills, and deepen their cultivation insights.

Small sects differ from large sects.

Talents are even harder to come by.

Every sect disciple with potential, or hope of reaching Foundation Establishment, is invaluable.

Therefore, Foundation Establishment cultivators from the sect were sent to escort them for training.

Currently, the war between the righteous and demon factions is intense.

These small sect elite disciples' training specifically avoided demon cultivators, choosing the Shadow Forest instead.

To reduce risks, the Golden Concealment Sect and the Flame Sect joined forces for the training.

More than that.

They also requested Chiyangzi to help find a master to accompany them, willing to pay a certain price for it.

Shen Xuan was the person Chiyangzi selected.

"Accompany for training?"

Shen Xuan pondered, looking at the four young men and women.

"It's not impossible. I wonder, what kind of reward are you two willing to offer?"

He didn't have many friends.

Wen Zijian was considered one.

Since they met, Shen Xuan decided to accompany and have a look.

After all, it's just a little bit of wasted time.

Wen Zijian said, "Five thousand spirit stones for two months, how about it?"

Shen Xuan shook his head, "The time is too long. Half a month, two thousand spirit stones."

Wen Zijian looked intently at Shen Xuan.

He suddenly had a strange feeling.

It seemed very familiar.

Upon a closer look, he didn't recognize him at all.

Neither his appearance nor his aura was anything he had encountered before.

Wen Zijian looked at Chiyangzi.

Saw him give a subtle nod.

"We'll go with Fellow Daoist Shen's suggestion."

With Chiyangzi's assurance, Wen Zijian finally agreed.

Sounds of amazement filled the private room.

The four's gaze at Shen Xuan became one of respect.

A loose cultivator daring to charge two thousand spirit stones for half a month, with Wen Zijian still agreeing resolutely.

This person must not be underestimated!

"Wen Wanyu, Mo Qianshan, come here, pay your respects to Senior Shen."

Wen Zijian said with a hint of sternness.

A girl and a boy hurriedly stepped forward to salute.

"Wen Wanyu (Mo Qianshan) pays respects to Senior Shen!"

It was only then that Shen Xuan noticed a pair of Sun and Moon Dual Blade Wheels strapped to Wen Wanyu's back.

The very magical artifact Wen Zijian used in those days.

Looking at Wen Wanyu.

She was charming, her features were refined, with a slight hint of stubbornness, sharing a six-tenths resemblance to the young Wen Zijian.

It was clear.

After reaching Foundation Establishment, Wen Zijian left Yunyuan Immortal City, eventually joining the Golden Concealment Sect.

This was all for the daughter in front of him.

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