Chapter 1245: Fiery Sun Divine Iron

"My apologies, Fellow Daoist Wang," Mu Rong said politely and sincerely. "My disciple doesn't understand the rules; please don't take it personally."

"Madam Mu, you're too kind," Wang Changsheng replied. "Young Friend Sun was simply acting impartially." Wang Changsheng naturally wouldn't quibble with a junior, especially since Sun Yan hadn't done anything wrong. It wasn't that Sun Yan refused to sell the item to him, but rather that it was already spoken for.

Cloud Flame Crystal wasn't a material needed for repairing the Blazing Sun God Pagoda, so its absence didn't matter. Fire Glaze Jade, Golden Flame Crystal, and Blazing Adamantite were the best fire-attribute materials for repairing the pagoda, but these three were quite rare.

Wang Changsheng and Fairy Zi Yue had visited over a dozen large markets without finding any. If Golden Flame Island also lacked them, they would have to try their luck elsewhere.

Since Fire Glaze Jade could be the grand finale item at an auction, Golden Flame Crystal and Blazing Adamantite naturally held considerable value as well.

If these three materials couldn't be found, they would have to use substitutes, but that would inevitably reduce the repaired Blazing Sun God Pagoda's power.

"Last time, if not for Fellow Daoist Wang's assistance, I wouldn't have been able to resolve a long-standing personal issue," Mu Rong promised generously. "If you ever need help, please don't hesitate to ask. I still have some influence in Myriad Flames Palace."

"I need some rare fire-attribute materials to refine a powerful fire-attribute magic treasure, such as Golden Flame Crystal or Blazing Adamantite," Wang Changsheng said, fabricating a plausible reason.

Mu Rong hesitated briefly, then with a flip of her palm, a red light flashed, and a palm-sized red jade box appeared in her hand. She opened the box to reveal a crimson iron block, faintly shimmering with a weak golden light.

"Blazing Sun Divine Iron!" Wang Changsheng and Fairy Zi Yue exclaimed almost in unison. Blazing Sun Divine Iron was the primary material for the Blazing Sun God Pagoda, considered one of the top-tier fire-attribute refining materials.

"A great kindness requires no thanks, Fellow Daoist Wang," Mu Rong said. "This piece of Blazing Sun Divine Iron is yours. Thank you for your help last time; this makes us even." Mu Rong disliked owing favors. Monk Wangchen had been her lingering issue, and Wang Changsheng's help in resolving it made her deeply grateful. Seizing this rare opportunity to repay him, she spared no expense.

She had acquired this piece of Blazing Sun Divine Iron at an underground exchange meeting. Although it was a bit small to refine into a complete magic treasure, incorporating it into one would significantly enhance its power.

Wang Changsheng was tempted. From Mu Rong's words, accepting the Blazing Sun Divine Iron would settle their debt. Trading a piece of Blazing Sun Divine Iron for a favor—it was hard to say if it was a loss or a gain.

Favors, by their very nature, couldn't be measured by value. Their weight depended entirely on the person owing them. For a life-saving kindness, some might feel a sum of money would settle it, while others would remember it for life, always grateful. If Mu Rong had underestimated the favor, she wouldn't have offered a piece of Blazing Sun Divine Iron.

"Madam Mu, you are too generous. This piece of Blazing Sun Divine Iron is far too valuable," Wang Changsheng said politely, though he was merely being courteous and secretly coveted it.

"Fellow Daoist Wang doesn't want it? Then never mind, I...""I do! Of course, I do!" Wang Changsheng quickly interjected, afraid Mu Rong would change her mind.

Fairy Zi Yue let out a chuckle, not expecting Mu Rong to forgo the usual courtesies.

Wang Changsheng put away the Blazing Sun Divine Iron and politely asked, "Madam Mu, do you know where I might find Golden Flame Crystal or other rare fire-attribute refining materials?"

"Speaking of fire-attribute refining materials, Fellow Daoist Wang, you should actually head to the Northern Border Cultivation World," she advised. "That region is rich in metal ore veins and produces many fire-attribute refining materials. Our Myriad Flames Palace even dispatches people there to procure materials!"

Upon hearing this, Wang Changsheng's face showed a thoughtful expression. Speaking of which, he needed to visit the Northern Border Cultivation World anyway to investigate the culprits who had destroyed three of his family's strongholds. If it wasn't the Nine Nether Sect, then all would be well. But if it was, the Wang family would need to prepare countermeasures.

This matter had been a dark cloud hanging over Wang Changsheng and Wang Ruyan. Their relatives had been murdered, and after so many years, it was time to uncover the truth and provide closure to the deceased family members, who likely died without knowing who their killers were.

Debts must be paid, and killers must pay with their lives.

"Fellow Daoist Wang, your timing is unfortunate," Mu Rong said with a tone of regret. "Just half a month ago, there was an underground exchange meeting where someone offered a piece of Fire Scale Stone. Unfortunately, what they wanted in exchange was too rare, and no one present could provide it." Fire Scale Stone was a fire-attribute refining material even more precious than Blazing Sun Divine Iron.

"Fire Scale Stone? What a pity," Fairy Zi Yue said, a look of regret on her face. If they could have acquired Fire Scale Stone to repair the Blazing Sun God Pagoda, its power might have even surpassed its former glory.

A hint of regret flickered in Wang Changsheng's eyes, and he chuckled, "We can only blame our bad luck. Even if we had been there, we probably wouldn't have been able to acquire the Fire Scale Stone. Madam Mu, if you happen to come across any excellent fire-attribute refining materials, please set them aside for me. You can send someone to notify our Wang family; I am willing to pay a high price."

"No problem at all, it's just a small favor," Mu Rong readily agreed, as it wasn't a difficult request.

At this moment, Sun Yan returned, holding a string of red storage beads, which he respectfully handed to Wang Changsheng with both hands.

Wang Changsheng scanned the beads with his divine sense and beamed with joy; their contents were even more abundant than he had expected.

Wang Changsheng paid the spirit stones, offered his thanks, and then departed with Fairy Zi Yue.

"Martial Nephew Sun, who wanted the Cloud Flame Crystal?" Mu Rong suddenly asked, remembering something.

"It was Elder Hai Dashan, and he wanted quite a lot," Sun Yan replied.Mu Rong nodded and instructed, "Find an excuse to delay him and deliver it later. Also, don't let anything from today's events get out."

"Yes, Martial Aunt Mu."

After leaving Golden Flame Palace, Wang Changsheng and Fairy Zi Yue visited other raw material shops, but found no news of Golden Flame Crystal or Blazing Adamantite. This was quite normal; materials for refining spirit treasures were not easily found.

"Never mind," Wang Changsheng sighed. "Golden Flame Island probably doesn't have these materials. Let's try visiting other large markets. If that doesn't work, we'll just have to make a trip to the Northern Border." Wang Changsheng and Fairy Zi Yue headed out of the market.

"Oh, it's them," Wang Changsheng murmured softly. Following his gaze, he saw Hai Dashan and Chen Ang walking together.

Chen Ang was one of the Five Immortals of the Overseas, and Wang Changsheng had made his acquaintance. He had intended to greet them, but seeing their hurried steps, as if rushing somewhere, Wang Changsheng swallowed the words he was about to say.

Chen Ang and Hai Dashan entered a five-story azure pavilion, guarded by attendants at its entrance. Wang Changsheng didn't pay them any mind.

After leaving the market, Wang Changsheng and Fairy Zi Yue transformed into two streaks of light and shot into the sky. Before long, they vanished into the horizon.