24: Sword Talisman and Purple Jade Fruit

Lin Yucheng had already set off for Yang City, and his son had given him a lot of Spirit Rice, and even some Hundred-Year Hemostatic Vine leaves.

He needed to sell these items as quickly as possible to acquire more Cultivation resources for his family.

Soon, it would be time for his hunting team to go out, and he had to make full preparations for himself and Han Yuying.

Yang City.

Upon arriving in Yang City, Lin Yucheng headed straight for Spirit Treasure Pavilion.

Shopkeeper Xu, Shopkeeper Xu Lizhi, happened to be at the entrance, and the two immediately exchanged greetings upon meeting.

Shopkeeper Xu Lizhi was now extremely respectful towards Lin Yucheng; he had made a significant profit recently thanks to the Spirit Rice Lin Yucheng provided.

The Spirit Rice provided by Lin Yucheng could not be fully consumed in Yang City, but it could be transported to other branches of Spirit Treasure Pavilion.

And it was this transportation that brought him considerable benefits.

“Brother Lin, let’s go to the private room on the second floor to discuss. Thanks to you, our Spirit Treasure Pavilion has received a batch of excellent goods this time. You should take a good look,” Shopkeeper Xu Lizhi said with a hint of flattery.

Lin Yucheng had long been accustomed to Shopkeeper Xu Lizhi’s behavior; after all, he was the client now.

Spirit Treasure Pavilion, second-floor private room.

Maidens served freshly picked fruits and exquisite snacks. Although not Spirit Treasures, they were very unique.

Shopkeeper Xu Lizhi rubbed his hands and asked, “Brother Lin, how much Spirit Rice did you bring this time?”

Lin Yucheng drained a cup of tea and said indifferently, “Five thousand catties of high-quality Spirit Rice!”

Actually, he could have delivered more, but his son had instructed him that selling too much at once might arouse suspicion from those with ulterior motives.

The amount of Spirit Rice already sold was quite substantial. If an amount of Spirit Rice far beyond normal imagination appeared on the market, the blame might be directed at the Lin family, leading to unnecessary trouble.

Even if the Spirit Rice was stored in his hands, it couldn't all be sold.

Upon hearing there were five thousand catties of Spirit Rice, Shopkeeper Xu Lizhi’s Adam’s apple bobbed, and he swallowed.

Given the quality of this Spirit Rice, it was conservatively estimated to sell for over ten thousand Low-Grade Spirit Stones, from which he could profit considerably.

“Good, good, good, Brother Lin, rest assured, our Spirit Treasure Pavilion can handle it completely. No matter how much Spirit Rice there is, I hope Brother Lin can entrust it all to us!”

“That is natural!”

Lin Yucheng changed the subject and said, “Didn’t Shopkeeper Xu just say he received a new batch of goods? Could you show them to me?”

Shopkeeper Xu Lizhi quickly clapped his hands three times, and a young man entered the private room with several maidens.

The maidens entered in an orderly fashion, presenting a beautiful sight.

For Lin Yucheng, who had a wife and child, his focus was certainly not on them, but on the trays in each maiden’s hand.

The trays were all made of High Grade sandalwood, and each tray held a precious artifact.

Shopkeeper Xu Lizhi stood up, his elegant demeanor returning, shedding his previous image of a shrewd and fawning merchant.

“Next, I will introduce these ‘good goods’ to Brother Lin!”

“The first item is a Sword Talisman. This was drawn by a Second-Order Talisman Great Master from Qinglan Sect. This Second-Order Talisman can instantly activate dozens of Sword Qi, and each Sword Qi is equivalent to a full-strength attack from a Cultivator in the Middle Stage of the Foundation Establishment Stage.”

Lin Yucheng, having hunted demons for many years, naturally recognized the value of this item. He said,

“This is a good item. Even in the hands of a Cultivator in the Qi Refinement Stage, it can match the strength of a Cultivator in the Foundation Establishment Stage. It’s just a pity it’s a single-use consumable.”

Shopkeeper Xu Lizhi said, “But in a critical moment, perhaps it can save a life!”

Lin Yucheng was very satisfied with this Talisman. Whether given to his son or carried by himself, it could add a layer of security.

No matter how high the price, he had to acquire this Second-Order Talisman.

As if seeing through Lin Yucheng’s thoughts, Shopkeeper Xu Lizhi said, “This Second-Order Sword Talisman is priced at two thousand Low-Grade Spirit Stones.”

A single-use consumable reaching an astonishing two thousand Low-Grade Spirit Stones was unheard of.

Lin Yucheng tried to bargain multiple times, but failed. Shopkeeper Xu Lizhi remained firm.

“Brother Lin, there’s really nothing I can do. If it doesn’t sell for this price, I can’t account for it to that Talisman Great Master from Qinglan Sect.”

Lin Yucheng sighed slightly, realizing there was no other way. He had no choice but to buy this Sword Talisman for two thousand Low-Grade Spirit Stones.

Shopkeeper Xu Lizhi continued his introduction:

“The second item is a Profound Fiend Crystal. This is also a Second-Order Spirit Treasure. This crystal contains extremely strong Profound Fiend Qi, and absorbing it can greatly enhance Cultivation.”

A black crystal lay quietly on the tray. Getting close to it now even caused a tingling sensation on the skin.

Lin Yucheng waved his hand and said, “I cannot enjoy such a demonic item. Next one!”

Seeing Lin Yucheng’s lack of interest, Shopkeeper Xu Lizhi quickly introduced the next Spirit Treasure.

“I believe Brother Lin will definitely be satisfied with the third item. It is extremely suitable as a gift for your wife. This is the core of a purple jade fruit. If it can be carefully cultivated, it might become a fruit tree that can endlessly bear purple jade fruit.”

On the tray was a peach pit-shaped fruit core, but it was entirely jade-like and shimmered with beautiful purple light.

“I presume Brother Lin is familiar with purple jade fruit. It is produced by a Second-Order spiritual plant and can provide abundant energy to Cultivators. It is also one of the indispensable Materials for refining Foundation Establishment Pills.”

Upon hearing the words “Foundation Establishment Pill,” Lin Yucheng’s breathing quickened.

His current Cultivation was stuck at the Great Perfection of the Qi Refinement Stage. If he had a Foundation Establishment Pill, he would have a seventy percent chance of successfully establishing his Foundation.

However, the Foundation Establishment Pills in the Qingyang Mountain Range area had always been controlled by the Qinglan Sect. Aside from Inner Sect Disciples of Qinglan Sect, it was extremely difficult for other Cultivators to obtain a Foundation Establishment Pill.

But if he could exchange for it with purple jade fruit, there might be a chance.

The reason Lin Yuheng was able to establish his Foundation was by seeking an audience with the Grand Elder at Qinglan Sect and exchanging two catties of Cloud Mist Tea for a Foundation Establishment Pill.

Only Qinglan Sect could refine Foundation Establishment Pills because only Qinglan Sect had a Second-Order Alchemist in the Qingyang Mountain Range area.

The Materials for refining Foundation Establishment Pills were extremely rare; basically, this Second-Order Alchemist would only open his furnace and refine Foundation Establishment Pills once every ten years or so.

If he could provide a sufficient quantity of purple jade fruit, then he might be able to obtain a Foundation Establishment Pill.

Besides his own need, Han Yuying would eventually need one, and his son would also need to establish his Foundation sooner or later. It was time to plan ahead.

Perhaps Han Yuying, as a Second-Order Spiritual Planter, might find it difficult to successfully Cultivate this fruit core, but what about his son?

He must buy it!

“I want this fruit core. What’s the price?” Lin Yucheng didn’t even think about bargaining.

“It’s just a fruit core, not worth many Spirit Stones, one thousand Low-Grade Spirit Stones.” Shopkeeper Xu Lizhi extended a finger.

Indeed, a profiteer!

Lin Yucheng could only grit his teeth and agree.