Chapter 2498

Ximen Yu took out a gleaming green talisman, its surface adorned with a python pattern.

"This is a Tier 7 Dry Heaven Transformation Python Talisman, imbued with the spirit of a low-grade Tier 7 Azure Heaven Python," he announced loudly. "With this talisman, cultivators can transform into a beast form, which is highly effective for both resisting grand heavenly tribulations and engaging enemies. I'm trading this for Nine-Light Divine Clay."

Generally, cultivators can only transform into beast forms to fight by practicing beast-taming cultivation methods, or half-demon or demon clan techniques. However, talismans can also achieve this.

The cultivators stirred at the mention of the Dry Heaven Transformation Python Talisman, especially since it was imbued with the spirit of a low-grade Tier 7 Azure Heaven Python. They thought, if they obtained this talisman, couldn't they transform into a Tier 7 Azure Heaven Python to fight?

"Cultivators below the Void Refinement stage can easily lose control when using this talisman, so its use is not recommended," Ximen Yu added, clarifying that problems would arise if a cultivator's cultivation level was too low to wield the talisman.

Nine-Light Divine Clay is a Tier 7 material, possessing magical properties that allow for reshaping and strong recovery. When refined into a treasure, it is highly effective in resisting grand heavenly tribulations. However, Nine-Light Divine Clay is produced by Tier 7 and above Nine-Colored Worms. These worms consume Five Metals, and after ingesting large quantities of metal ores, Tier 7 and above Nine-Colored Worms excrete a material called Nine-Light Divine Clay. Due to the miraculous properties of Nine-Light Divine Clay, the Nine-Colored Worm ranks twenty-first on the Myriad Worms List. Excessive hunting by high-level cultivators has made them rare, leading to the increasing scarcity of Nine-Light Divine Clay.

Although none of the cultivators possessed Nine-Light Divine Clay, they still contacted Ximen Yu, hoping to trade for the Dry Heaven Transformation Python Talisman. Wang Qingshan was no exception; he thought if he could acquire this talisman, it would serve as a powerful trump card. He offered to exchange it for Divine Water of Creation, thousand-year-old spiritual herbs, and a set of three Heaven-Reaching Spirit Treasures. Unfortunately, the owner did not agree.

After about fifteen minutes, Ximen Yu shook his head and sighed, putting away the Dry Heaven Transformation Python Talisman. Frankly, many other Void Refinement cultivators had offered valuable items—Dharma Idol materials, sets of defensive treasures, Tier 7 elixirs, Divine Water of Creation, and so on—but the owner wasn't interested in any of them.

Ximen Yu then took out dozens of other materials: Tidal Divine Jade, Profound Sun Divine Crystal, Azure Vigor Divine Jade, and many more. There were quite a few Tier 7 materials, and over a dozen types of Dharma Idol materials, including a piece of Silver Adamantine Crystal. The cultivators' gazes became fervent, especially those at the Void Refinement stage.

Ximen Sheng descended from the sky, landing on the circular platform. "These materials are for trade only, not for sale. Materials or treasures that can weaken lightning tribulations will be given priority," he stated solemnly, his gaze sweeping quickly over the cultivators.

As soon as he spoke, several cultivators sent private messages to Ximen Sheng and Ximen Yu. Wang Qingshan pondered for a moment, then contacted Ximen Sheng. He traded over twenty drops of Divine Water of Creation for a fist-sized piece of Silver Adamantine Crystal and two pieces of Qianjin Sand. Qianjin Sand is a Dharma Idol material, suitable for Void Refinement cultivators who practice Metal-element cultivation methods to condense their Dharma Idols. He had originally intended to trade for Tidal Divine Jade, but Ximen Sheng had already exchanged it with others, so he could only acquire Qianjin Sand instead. With this trade, all the Divine Water of Creation he carried was used up.

Wang Yingjie didn't have materials to exchange for Dharma Idol materials. After returning to the Wang family from the Barren Lands, he had mostly stayed secluded, unable to gather items suitable for such trades. He wasn't discouraged; his current cultivation level was too low. Once it improved, he could travel to other places and gather cultivation resources. He considered this auction a learning experience.

Soon after, a blue-robed attendant delivered the Silver Adamantine Crystal and Qianjin Sand. "Yingjie, take these to condense your Dharma Idol!" Wang Qingshan handed the two pieces of Qianjin Sand to Wang Yingjie. He himself had also acquired a piece of Silver Adamantine Crystal. Wang Yingjie's expression was one of excitement. He thanked Wang Qingshan and accepted the two pieces of Qianjin Sand.

Most of the items Ximen Sheng had presented were exchanged. He hadn't expected to acquire over twenty drops of Divine Water of Creation. Divine Water of Creation is primarily used to cultivate rare spiritual herbs and trees, making it an irresistible temptation for alchemists.

In one of the private rooms, Li Yuqing held a gold-red crystal, her expression excited. "With this Profound Sun Divine Crystal, the Profound Sun Cauldron can finally be repaired," she whispered. Even as a mid-grade Heaven-Reaching Spirit Treasure, a treasure crafted by Venerable Xuanling would undoubtedly possess considerable power.

"This auction has concluded. We will prepare even more items for next time," Ximen Sheng cupped his fists respectfully. The cultivators began to depart in succession. Wang Qingshan left with his clansmen. They did not immediately leave the market, planning instead to interact more with other cultivators.

Upon returning to their dwelling, Wang Qingshan chatted with Wang Yingjie. Their trip to the auction had been quite fruitful; they had not only gathered cultivation resources they needed but also those required by Wang Changsheng. This was also a major characteristic of cultivation sects and families. After all, it's impossible to gather all one's required cultivation resources by oneself; it's rare to simply stumble upon what you need. Besides bartering, family members or fellow disciples would also keep an eye out, and if they encountered needed resources, they would help collect them, supporting each other.

"It would have been even better if we could have acquired the Heavenly Illusion Divine Stone," Wang Yingjie said with a hint of regret.

"Our gains are already substantial; there's no need to be so greedy," Wang Qingshan admonished. "By the way, let's stay in the market for a while longer and have Yuanwei and the others leave in batches."

"Surely no one would try to attack us?" Wang Yingjie asked doubtfully.

"It's better to be cautious," Wang Qingshan replied. "With them not by our side, we won't be constrained when dealing with enemies." Wang Qingshan was quite cautious; wealth incites greed, and nothing is impossible if the profit is large enough.

Wang Yingjie nodded. Remembering something, he said, "By my calculations, Zong Que should have ascended to the Profound Sun Realm by now. I wonder how many Nascent Soul cultivators there are in the lower realm now." Wang Zongque was a descendant of Wang Changjie, possessing a Heavenly Fire Spiritual Root and skilled in artifact refinement. If he also reached the Profound Sun Realm, the family would gain another Heavenly Spiritual Root cultivator.

Wang Qingshan nodded and said, "We'll know once he returns to Green Lotus Island."

***

Green Lotus Island, Green Lotus Peak.

The door to a certain secret chamber suddenly opened, and Wang Ruyan emerged, a wide smile on her face. She had successfully refined two Heavenly Lightning Spirit Transformation Talismans, which was a significant achievement. Dong Xueli and Sun Yuejiao could use them if they attempted to break through to the Void Refinement stage.

Wang Ruyan took out a communication plate and contacted Wang Moshan, asking him to come to Green Lotus Peak. Not long after, Wang Moshan appeared before Wang Ruyan.

"Moshan, how many clansmen in the family have cultivated to the Nascent Soul Grand Completion stage?" Wang Ruyan asked.

Wang Moshan answered truthfully: Sun Yuejiao, Dong Xueli, and Wang Zonglang had all reached the Nascent Soul Grand Completion stage.

"Put these two Heavenly Lightning Spirit Transformation Talismans into the family's treasury. If they need to attempt their breakthrough to the Void Refinement stage, give these to them," Wang Ruyan said, taking out a green jade box and handing it to Wang Moshan.

Wang Moshan acknowledged, opened the jade box to inspect its contents, and only put it away after confirming everything was correct. Wang Ruyan watched, nodding inwardly. Wang Moshan was quite responsible in his work.