338: Baodan Pavilion

After spending two hours, the three arrived at a secluded spot in the inner city. There was a Moon Lake here, its surface shrouded in a misty Qi, which was entirely formed from Chaos Origin Qi. It was likely that beneath this Moon Lake lay a Chaos Origin Crystal vein.

Because of this, around the Moon Lake and even on the islands within it, there were many pavilions and courtyards, and many young talents and noble ladies came and went to sightsee.

Soon, their destination arrived. Before them was a shop named "Bao Dan Pavilion," a three-story building whose decor matched the Concept of the area, very elegant, but unfortunately, it was deserted.

Upon arrival, Feng San had already introduced Xu Qing to the situation of this property. In previous years, Bao Dan Pavilion's business in this area was extremely popular, as there was an Intermediate Dao Alchemist in the pavilion.

A Dao Alchemist is the title for those Alchemists who can refine Medicinal Pills required by the Dao Severing Realm, divided into Elementary, Intermediate, Advanced, and Top-Tier.

Above Dao Alchemists are Supreme Dao Alchemists, Immortal Grade Dao Alchemists, and Pill Ancestors, a total of four levels. It is said that above Pill Ancestors there is also an Eternal Pill Ancestor, but such an existence has only appeared once from ancient times to the present—the progenitor of Alchemy, the legendary Pill Ancestor who reached the other shore.

As for Medicinal Pills above Emperor-Grade, they are divided into: Dao-Grade Medicinal Pills, Supreme-Grade Medicinal Pills, Immortal Grade Dao Pills, Ancestral Pills, and the legendary Eternal Ancestral Pills!

An Intermediate Dao Alchemist is capable of refining Medicinal Pills required for the Late Stage Dao Severing Realm. Although there are many in the Dao Severing Realm in Kase Royal City, Dao Alchemists are one in ten thousand, so with such a Dao Alchemist, Bao Dan Pavilion would thrive indefinitely.

However, thirty thousand years ago, the Dao Alchemist of Bao Dan Pavilion unexpectedly died in the maw of a strange beast while out searching for herbs. From then on, Bao Dan Pavilion gradually declined. Yet, with the foundation of Bao Dan Pavilion, they could still acquire and sell some Dao Pills, and many in the Emperor Realm also needed Medicinal Pills, so they managed to sustain themselves.

But ten thousand years ago, the Old Pavilion Master of Bao Dan Pavilion died from a resurgence of old injuries. From that point, Bao Dan Pavilion completely fell into decline. The succeeding Pavilion Master was utterly inept, constantly squeezed out by other competitors, and now they can no longer operate.

Therefore, they decided to withdraw from the Medicinal Pill business and put Bao Dan Pavilion up for sale.

Bao Dan Pavilion covers an area of about five hundred zhang. The building facing the street occupies only one-third, and the backyard also has a Pill Refining Room, Cultivation rooms, warehouses, etc. It only needs a large Formation to be set up here to be used.

"Sir, this way, please!"

After getting out of the beast carriage, Feng San quickly led the way, guiding Xu Qing into the pavilion.

Xu Qing glanced around. There were only three or two customers in the pavilion. Besides a cleaning attendant, there was also an elderly man who looked like a manager dozing at the counter.

Feng San was very perceptive and quickly walked up, tapping on the counter.

"Old Yang, wake up!"

"Hmm? Who is it? Oh! It's you, young man!"

The old man was startled awake and a bit displeased, but seeing Feng San, his expression softened.

Feng San introduced Xu Qing to the old man, "Old Yang, let me introduce you. This is Young Master Xu. He wants to buy your property!"

The old man looked at Xu Qing with an inquisitive gaze and, upon sensing that Xu Qing's Aura was like a deep ocean, his expression involuntarily stiffened. Although he was in the Middle Stage Dao Severing Realm, he had a premonition that the person before him could kill him with ease.

A master!

Immediately, a smile appeared on the old man's face.

"I apologize for not recognizing your esteemed presence! Please, honored guest, follow me, and I will show you around!"

"Very well!"

Xu Qing nodded and smiled upon hearing this.

Feng San watched the two head towards the backyard. Although he was somewhat puzzled by the old man's behavior, he wisely waited in the shop.

The subsequent matters were not for him to interfere with.

About a quarter of an hour later, Old Yang walked out, accompanying Xu Qing with a beaming smile.

Seeing this, Feng San's face lit up. He knew it was done.

He hadn't expected this Young Master Xu to be so wealthy. Bao Dan Pavilion's asking price was one million Chaos Origin Crystals, which translates to one hundred million Chaos Spirit Crystals. This price would not necessarily be affordable for an ordinary Dao Severing King.

"Young Master Xu, from now on, this Bao Dan Pavilion is yours. This old man wishes Young Master prosperous business!"

The old man congratulated Xu Qing.

"I'll take your auspicious words!"

Xu Qing said with a smile.

The old man didn't linger, quickly leaving with the sole attendant, as if afraid that Xu Qing would change his mind if they delayed even a second. Before leaving, he tossed a storage ring to Feng San.

Feng San joyfully accepted it, then turned to see Xu Qing's half-smiling expression, and his face involuntarily panicked.

Xu Qing smiled, then looked at the customers in the shop and said, "Everyone, Bao Dan Pavilion has changed ownership and will be closed for renovation for the next few days. My apologies, everyone, we are not doing business today!"

As he spoke, Xu Qing emitted a trace of his Dao Severing Realm Aura. The few Emperor Realm customers dared not say another word and quickly left.

"You know there should be a slave market nearby, right!"

Feng San, who was inwardly nervous, heard this and his eyes lit up. He knew that Xu Qing bore no ill will.

"I know, I know! The Sa'en Market, about a thousand li from here, is a specialized slave market."

Xu Qing nodded and said, "Lead the way!"

"Alright!"

Feng San led the way, his demeanor extremely humble. From the earlier display of wealth, it was clear that the Young Master before him was no ordinary person, and he naturally wanted to curry favor with such a big shot.

Before leaving, Xu Qing waved his hand, and Formation Flags flew out from his sleeves. In an instant, the entire Bao Dan Pavilion was enveloped by a Formation. Of course, the Formation's light was hidden and would only appear when attacked.

This set of Formations was obtained from the storage ring of the Old Ancestor of the Divine Ape Dao Sect. It was crafted by a Human Race Supreme Dao Formation Master and could withstand attacks from a Perfection Dao Lord.

Feng San glanced at it, only feeling that Bao Dan Pavilion seemed somewhat different from before, with a few things he couldn't quite understand.

Half an hour later, Xu Qing and the two others arrived at the Sa'en Market.

"Interesting!"

Xu Qing's Dao thought swept through, and all the secrets of the entire market were revealed to him.

It could be said that this market, though only about ten thousand li in size, was secretly filled with countless illicit dealings. Xu Qing was not a Saint, so he naturally would not interfere with the market's operations.

Led by Feng San, he arrived at the center of the market—Saen Palace. It was said that behind Saen Palace was the Saen Family, one of the eight strongest families under the Kase Royal Family. One of the eight main streets in the inner city belonged to the Saen Family.

Besides the slave trade, the Saen Family also operated arenas, gambling, and other businesses.

At the entrance of Saen Palace, they were greeted by two rows of scantily clad, sexy beauties, including fox girls, succubi, and the like. Each one was like an alluring peach, exuding a delicious aroma.

Feng San had never seen such a sight before, and coupled with his low Cultivation, he was momentarily dazed and disoriented.

"Cough, cough! Here is your reward. You can leave now. If I need anything in the future, I will contact you again!"

Xu Qing took out a small cloth bag containing a thousand Chaos Spirit Crystals.

Xu Qing coughed lightly, startling Feng San awake. Remembering his earlier lapse, the latter's face flushed as he accepted the bag of Spirit Crystals, then took out a Jade Slip.

"Young Master, this is my communication Jade Slip. If you need anything, just give a shout, and Feng San will be right there!"

"Good!"

Xu Qing took the Jade Slip, put it away, and then walked into Saen Palace.

"This way, Young Master. I am Qing Niang. May I ask if Young Master requires slaves or beautiful maids? As long as the price is right, our Saen Palace can find them for you!"

Seeing Xu Qing's extraordinary Aura, a mature and charming red-clad fox girl among the greeters stepped forward, bowed to Xu Qing, and greeted him.