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Immortal Patriarch: Strength in the Family's Vitality (Web Novel) - Chapter 1936: The Treasure Pavilion Auction! (Part 2)
Chapter 1936: The Treasure Pavilion Auction! (Part 2)
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Lin Wan’er also nodded and said, “Senior Brother Luo, be careful.”After finishing his instructions, Luo Qingchen left the inn alone.
He first wandered around the city a few times to familiarize himself with the surroundings. He found that Luoxia City was indeed a sizable gathering place for cultivators, with the largest forces in the city appearing to be the City Lord’s Mansion and several local cultivator families and sects.
Then he walked into a shop called “Hundred Knowledge Tower.” This kind of shop usually deals in selling various intelligence and information, a common sight in major cultivator cities.
“What can I do for you, sir?” A shrewd and capable young attendant greeted him.
Luo Qingchen got straight to the point: “I want to inquire about some information.”
“Of course! What kind of information are you looking for, sir? Our Hundred Knowledge Tower has its ears open to everything, from sect secrets to street rumors. As long as you can pay the price, satisfaction is guaranteed.” The attendant introduced skillfully.
Luo Qingchen pondered for a moment and said, “I want to know about the Qingyun Mountain Range and the Qingyun Sect.”
Upon hearing this, the attendant’s eyes flashed with a subtle glimmer, and then he smiled and said, “You’ve come to the right place, sir. Although the Qingyun Mountain Range is far from here, the Qingyun Sect is a major sect in the Eastern Region, and we, at Hundred Knowledge Tower, naturally have some records. But this information…” He rubbed his fingers together, implying the need for payment.
Luo Qingchen showed no emotion and handed over a small bag of low-grade Spirit Stones: “Is this enough?”
The attendant weighed the bag and his smile widened: “More than enough! Please wait a moment, I will retrieve the relevant Jade Slip.”
A moment later, the attendant returned with a Jade Slip, respectfully handing it to Luo Qingchen: “Sir, here is a general introduction to the Qingyun Mountain Range and the Qingyun Sect, along with maps of several major routes leading to the Qingyun Mountain Range. For more detailed information, the price would be…”
Luo Qingchen took the Jade Slip, and with his Divine Sense, quickly browsed through its contents. Although the information in the Jade Slip was not particularly detailed, it provided a rough outline of the location of the Qingyun Mountain Range and the reputation of the Qingyun Sect in the Eastern Region. It was noted that traveling from Luoxia City to the Qingyun Mountain Range was extremely far, requiring passage through several mortal realms and treacherous Demon Beast Mountain Ranges. Even for a Golden Core Stage cultivator, the journey could take several months or even half a year.
“Is there a faster way, like a Transmission Array?” Luo Qingchen asked.
The attendant shook his head: “Sir, you must be joking. A cross-regional Transmission Array is extremely precious and not something this small Luoxia City could possess. Even if there were one, it would be under the control of top-tier forces, and the cost of activation is something an ordinary cultivator could not bear.”
Luo Qingchen frowned slightly. It seemed that returning directly to the sect via Transmission Array was unlikely.
He asked again, “Are there any special places near Luoxia City, or any recent rumors about Star Treasures or ancient relics?” He wanted to try his luck to see if he could find more clues about the Star Map fragments.
The attendant’s eyes shifted, and he lowered his voice, “Sir, you’re asking the right question. Speaking of special places, three hundred miles east of Luoxia City, there’s a place called ‘Meteorite Pit,’ which is said to be a giant crater formed by a fallen star during Ancient Times. It is constantly shrouded in chaotic Star Force and is extremely dangerous, but people often find strange stones and herbs containing Star Force there.”
“As for rumors,” the attendant paused, then spoke more mysteriously, “Three days from now, at ‘Treasure Pavilion’ in the west of the city, a large auction will be held. It is said that among the headlining treasures is a rare herb called ‘Seven-Star Grass.’ This herb is extremely rare, needing to absorb forty-nine years of Star Essence in places rich with starlight to mature. It’s incredibly effective for cultivators practicing star-related Cultivation Techniques or for refining certain Elixirs related to Star Force. The word has spread, and many significant figures are determined to obtain it!”
“Seven-Star Grass?” Luo Qingchen felt a stir in his heart. Since this herb is related to Star Force, it might help activate the Star Map fragments or even be beneficial to Bai Ling’er’s condition.
“Thank you for the information.” Luo Qingchen paid some more Spirit Stones, purchasing the information about the Meteorite Pit and Seven-Star Grass before leaving the Hundred Knowledge Tower.
Returning to the inn, Luo Qingchen shared the information he had gathered with Lin Wan’er and Su Xiaowan.
“Meteorite Pit? Seven-Star Grass?” Su Xiaowan’s eyes lit up, “Senior Brother Luo, should we go and take a look? We might find something valuable!”
Lin Wan’er was more cautious: “Since the Meteorite Pit is extremely dangerous, we shouldn’t take risks lightly. As for the Seven-Star Grass… the auction will be crawling with all sorts of people; obtaining it might not be easy.”
Luo Qingchen pondered and said, “Wan’er is right. There’s no rush with the Meteorite Pit. We can go to Treasure Pavilion first to see the Seven-Star Grass. If it’s as extraordinary as they say, we can then find a way to get it.”
He had a premonition that the Seven-Star Grass would be a significant turning point in their journey.
While they were discussing, Bai Ling’er, who had been quietly lying on the bed, had the leaf of the Nine Revolutions Soul Revival Grass on her forehead suddenly flash with a golden light, even though it was only for a moment, it was caught by Lin Wan’er, who had been watching her closely.
“Ling’er!” Lin Wan’er exclaimed softly in surprise.
Luo Qingchen and Su Xiaowan quickly moved closer to check, but saw that Bai Ling’er still had her eyes closed, breathing steadily, as if the earlier scene was just an illusion.
“Wan’er, what happened?” Luo Qingchen asked.
Lin Wan’er said uncertainly, “Just now… I seemed to have seen the leaf of the Soul Revival Grass on Ling’er’s forehead light up when we mentioned the Seven-Star Grass.”
Luo Qingchen and Su Xiaowan exchanged glances, each seeing a hint of surprise in the other’s eyes.
Could it be that this Seven-Star Grass is really related to Bai Ling’er, or her Dragon Soul?
This discovery made Luo Qingchen even more anticipating the upcoming auction.
As the night deepened, Luoxia City remained brightly lit and bustling. Inside the inn room, Luo Qingchen sat cross-legged, with Chaotic Power slowly circulating in his body. He could feel that as his understanding of the Chaos Origin deepened and cultivated in this relatively Spiritual Energy-rich environment, his strength was steadily recovering and improving.
Outside the window, a bright moon hung high, with stars twinkling.
Luo Qingchen’s gaze seemed to penetrate the roof, looking towards the endless starry sky.
The Qingyun Sect, his master, and those unresolved grudges… He clenched his fist, with a hint of determination in his eyes.
No matter how many formidable challenges lie ahead, he must return!
Three days later, in the west of Luoxia City, at Treasure Pavilion.
This pavilion is three stories high, with ornate eaves and brackets, exuding an extraordinary presence. It occupies a large area in the extremely valuable Luoxia City, a testament to its financial prowess and foundation. Today, due to the large auction, the entrance was a sea of people and vehicles. Various cultivators, either riding Magic Artifacts or being pulled by splendid chariots dragged by Demonic Beasts, gathered here.
Luo Qingchen and the two companions paid a significant entrance fee and received an ordinary number plate, entering the auction hall with the crowd. The hall was very spacious, able to accommodate a thousand people, and at this moment, it was already packed. In the front was a high auction stage, where a shrewd-looking middle-aged manager, dressed in a brocade robe, stood with a smile, exchanging pleasantries with familiar distinguished guests.
“Wow, so many people! It’s like a market fair!” Su Xiaowan, seeing such a scene for the first time, curiously looked around with wide eyes and whispered to Lin Wan’er.
Lin Wan’er nodded slightly, maintaining a calm expression, but her eyes unobtrusively observed the cultivators around her. She could sense the varied cultivation levels present, from Qi Refinement and Foundation Establishment juniors to powerful Golden Core Stage cultivators. There were even a few concealed auras that made her feel a slight pressure.
Luo Qingchen appeared more composed; he found a relatively secluded corner to sit and closed his eyes to rest, waiting for the auction to begin. He had little interest in ordinary treasures, as his goal was clear—he came for the Seven-Star Grass.
Soon, the auspicious hour arrived. The manager in the brocade robe on the auction stage cleared his throat and announced loudly, “Fellow Daoists, welcome to Treasure Pavilion’s monthly grand auction! Without further ado, here is our first lot!”
