Chapter 1268: Wanbao Tower (None today)

Half an hour later, they appeared on a wide and clean street, bustling with people and traffic, and very lively. All the pedestrians on the street were immortal cultivators, and many Core Formation cultivators could be seen among them. The shops on both sides of the street offered a wide variety of goods, including many rare and unusual items. Wang Changsheng and Wang Ruyan paid no attention to the shops on either side of the street, simply following Murong Bo as he walked ahead. Murong Bo had visited the Kyoto Market numerous times and was very familiar with its layout and offerings.

A little less than half an hour later, they arrived at a bluestone square spanning over a hundred acres. In the center of the square stood a colossal golden tower, over a hundred zhang tall, with eight-cornered flying eaves. Its body was covered in intricate, mysterious runes, exuding an overwhelming spiritual aura. Atop the tower, a house-sized silver pearl emitted a blinding spiritual glow. The three large silver characters "Myriad Treasure Pagoda" were faintly visible on the tower's body. A large number of cultivators were constantly moving in and out.

"Fellow Daoist Murong, this must be the Myriad Treasure Pagoda you told us about! It's incredibly luxurious to use a spirit treasure as a commercial establishment!" Wang Ruyan remarked with some surprise. According to Murong Bo's explanation, the Myriad Treasure Pagoda was a spirit treasure, comprising eighteen levels. Fifteen major businesses had their shops within the pagoda, each backed by a prominent, top-tier force. The Myriad Treasure Pagoda also functioned as an auction venue. The Myriad Treasure Pagoda was jointly forged by two major merchant alliances to showcase their immense wealth.

"Hehe, otherwise, people wouldn't truly grasp the power of the Sitong and Bafang Merchant Alliances," Murong Bo chuckled. "Using a spirit treasure as an auction house is unique in the entire East Li Realm. This grand auction involves four merchant alliances, and even the Great Yan Imperial Family is participating. You're bound to find something you desire, as there are simply too many valuable items. I suggest you exchange some spirit stones beforehand, so you don't have to trade treasures. I need to go visit a few friends now. Feel free to explore, fellow Daoists. Let's meet at Tianxiang Tea House tonight at You Shi (5-7 PM); I'll introduce you to some of my acquaintances."

After saying a few brief words, Murong Bo swiftly departed. Wang Changsheng and Wang Ruyan expressed their gratitude, then proceeded towards the Myriad Treasure Pagoda.

Upon entering the Myriad Treasure Pagoda, they were greeted by a magnificent and grand hall. Exquisite murals adorned the stone walls, and hundreds of cultivators were busy browsing goods. According to Murong Bo's introduction, the first floor sold raw materials, the second sold talismans, the third spiritual wine, the fourth spirit beasts, the fifth weapons, the sixth elixirs, and the seventh formations. Each floor housed a large, dedicated shop. Their gaze swept across the hall, revealing that it was neatly divided into four distinct zones, each dedicated to the raw materials required by cultivators at the Qi Refining, Foundation Establishment, Core Formation, and Nascent Soul stages respectively.

Without lingering, they proceeded to the second floor. The second floor was dedicated to talismans, also segmented into four areas. However, Fourth-tier talismans required custom orders, starting at 200,000 spirit stones. Even Core Formation stage talismanic constructs could be custom-made, though their prices were exorbitant. To refine a Core Formation stage talismanic construct, Wang Ruyan only needed just over 300,000 spirit stones worth of materials, and she could sell it for a little over 600,000. In contrast, the Myriad Treasure Pagoda sold Core Formation stage talismanic constructs for 800,000 spirit stones each, with a waiting period of over a decade for delivery.

The third floor offered a variety of spiritual wines. Neither Wang Changsheng nor Wang Ruyan were fond of drinking, but since Guangdong Ren enjoyed it, they considered buying a bottle for him. Wang Changsheng approached a counter and asked in a low voice, "Do you have any Fourth-tier spiritual wines? Preferably ones that enhance magic power." Fourth-tier spiritual wines were those beneficial to Nascent Soul cultivators. Their effects varied significantly, including spiritual wines for healing and those for restoring magic power.

"To answer Senior," the young attendant replied honestly, "we only have Third-tier spiritual wines, which offer little benefit to Nascent Soul cultivators. If Senior is looking for Fourth-tier spiritual wines, they might be available at the upcoming auction." Wang Changsheng was not surprised. He purchased two jars of Third-tier spiritual wine, said to be brewed from five-hundred-year-old Golden Jade Ginseng.

The fourth floor housed a spirit beast shop, offering various birds, fierce beasts, and peculiar insects. The expansive hall was filled with numerous iron cages, each containing exotic and unusual creatures. The fifth floor sold weapons, ranging from magic tools to magic treasures. Even Third-tier puppet beasts were available, though their prices were quite high. A low-grade Third-tier puppet beast cost 900,000 spirit stones here. In contrast, in the Eastern Wasteland or the South Sea, the same type of puppet beast would typically cost just over 700,000, or at most 800,000, but certainly not 900,000. It was normal for prices to be higher, given the cost of transporting goods from the Eastern Wasteland and South Sea to the Central Plains Immortal Cultivation World.

As soon as they stepped onto the sixth floor, a refreshing medicinal fragrance wafted to their nostrils, instantly invigorating them. Long shelves were laden with numerous bottles and jars. Each porcelain bottle bore a red label indicating the elixir's name. Hundreds of cultivators were engaged in purchasing spiritual medicines. The sixth floor was also divided into four sections. Wang Changsheng and Wang Ruyan headed towards the area designated for Nascent Soul cultivators.

"Which Fourth-tier elixirs do you have?" Wang Changsheng asked, his gaze fixed on the green shelves behind the young attendant. The shelves displayed over a dozen green porcelain bottles, but the variety of elixirs was limited.

"We have five types: Bone-Mending Elixir, Azure Frost Pill, Purple Rhinoceros Elixir, Water-Repelling Elixir, and Fire-Repelling Elixir," the young attendant explained. "Here are the effects of these five elixirs." The young attendant retrieved a green jade slip and respectfully handed it over with both hands. Wang Changsheng took the jade slip and scanned it with his spiritual sense, his brows furrowing. These five elixirs were not what they needed; they were akin to "chicken ribs"—of little value, neither worth consuming nor discarding.

The Bone-Mending Elixir could reattach severed limbs. After consuming the Water-Repelling Elixir, cultivators could easily dive to the seabed. The Fire-Repelling Elixir could mitigate flame damage. While the Bone-Mending Elixir offered some utility, the effects of the other elixirs could often be replicated by certain special magic treasures or spiritual techniques. It made sense upon reflection; Fourth-tier elixirs available for bulk purchase were likely ordinary. Truly valuable items would undoubtedly be reserved by merchants for auction to secure higher profits.

"I'll take two of each of these five elixirs." Since they were Fourth-tier elixirs, it was better to be prepared, especially given the rarity of a trip to the Central Plains Immortal Cultivation World.

"Apologies, Senior," the attendant said, "Fourth-tier elixirs require pre-orders, and delivery will take five years." Wang Changsheng's brows furrowed. He took out the Great Yan Token and stated in a deep voice, "What about now?" The Great Yan Token was a special token issued by the Great Yan Imperial Family. Nascent Soul cultivators who possessed it were highly regarded by the imperial family. The young attendant quickly offered a placating smile and said, "Since Senior possesses the Great Yan Token, there's no need to wait five years. We can provide the items immediately. Please wait a moment." Wang Changsheng nodded, and he and Wang Ruyan waited silently.

Suddenly, his brows furrowed as he looked to the side. A beautiful woman in a revealing blue dress happened to avert her gaze just then. The beautiful woman in the blue dress had striking features, snow-white skin, and an exceptionally alluring figure.

"Young friend, have we met before?" Wang Changsheng walked over and asked in a low voice.