Chapter 3156

Elder Tong, members of the Ancient Dome Race, Four-Eared Race, Flower Race, and Jade Yin Race have all arrived. However, the Giant Race has not yet arrived,” reported the young man in green robes.

“The Giant Race is quite far from Qiyun Peak, so they always arrive late. Let them be. By the way, Godly Monarch Xuanji's two disciples have rarely come to the Qianyuan Continent. Treat them well. If we can find out Godly Monarch Xuanji's whereabouts, that would be even better.” Tong Feng instructed.

“Yes, Elder Tong,” the young man in green robes replied, bowing and withdrawing.

“So many years have passed; Godly Monarch Xuanji's eldest disciple has already advanced to the Integration Stage. Could he have advanced to the Mahayana Stage?” Tong Feng muttered to himself.

***

A sprawling estate featured small bridges, flowing water, and gardens adorned with unusual rocks. A tall, slender young man in golden robes and a picturesque young woman in a white dress sat in a green bamboo pavilion, sipping tea and chatting.

The young man in golden robes had a prominent nose, a physique considerably larger than that of humans, and golden eyes. This was Shen Tuxiao, an early-stage Integration cultivator from the Golden Kui Race, and Godly Monarch Xuanji's eldest disciple.

The young woman in the white dress had skin like congealed fat and a slender build. This was Cheng Yao, a late-stage Void Refinement cultivator and Godly Monarch Xuanji's youngest disciple, who was human. Godly Monarch Xuanji currently had three disciples, each from a different race.

“The Hundred Races Grand Assembly is the most magnificent event on the Qianyuan Continent. I hope we can exchange for what Master needs.” Shen Tuxiao's tone was heavy; they had rushed to the Qianyuan Continent to help Godly Monarch Xuanji collect cultivation resources.

“It's strange that Master needs to collect materials from the Underworld,” Cheng Yao wondered. “If it were other materials, they would have been gathered long ago.” Given Godly Monarch Xuanji's abilities, if he were willing to perform divination, countless Integration cultivators would queue up for his services; he could even acquire a seventh-tier Lightning Absorption Orb or a Divine Wood of Eastern Yi that was over a hundred thousand years old.

“I don't know why, ever since Master met her, he’s asked us to collect materials from the Underworld. It's really strange. I've never heard Master mention this person before,” Shen Tuxiao wondered.

“Who knows!” Cheng Yao said, “Judging by Master's attitude, he is quite wary of this person. Perhaps it's an avatar of a Mahayana cultivator. However, Master asked True Monarch Jiuxuan to divine for me, and he said I have an opportunity on the Qianyuan Continent. I wonder what kind of opportunity it is.”

Cheng Yao's face was full of confusion. Diviners cannot perform divination for those close to them, including disciples, so they must ask other diviners for assistance.

True Monarch Jiuxuan was also an Integration-stage diviner and a friend of Godly Monarch Xuanji, though not as famous. The two would perform divination for each other's disciples.

According to True Monarch Jiuxuan's divination, Cheng Yao had an opportunity on the Qianyuan Continent. As Godly Monarch Xuanji's disciple, it wouldn't be difficult for her to reach the Integration Stage. Opportunities vary in scale; since True Monarch Jiuxuan didn't specify a major opportunity, it might involve helping Godly Monarch Xuanji acquire the necessary materials.

“Who knows!” Shen Tuxiao said indifferently. “An opportunity is hard to define. Perhaps it's just you acquiring that top-grade sixth-tier Lightning Absorption Orb, or a piece of Sky Soul Divine Crystal.”

Shen Tuxiao was unimpressed. Cheng Yao nodded, “Perhaps.”

***

Wang Yingjie and Liu Hongxue strolled along the bustling streets, looking around. They noticed silver trees at street corners and in open spaces. These trees had round leaves covered in sharp thorns. Atop Azure Lotus Peak, these Moonlight Trees automatically emitted a soft white light to illuminate the area as night fell.

They browsed several shops, broadening their horizons and seeing many rare and unusual materials. Liu Hongxue bought some spirit herbs and demon cores for alchemy.

Over an hour later, they arrived at a sprawling bluestone plaza, covering a hundred thousand mu, where numerous small stalls displayed wares. Vendors from various races filled the air with shouts and calls. Wang Yingjie and Liu Hongxue walked around, looking for potential bargains.

After more than half an hour, they stopped in front of a small stall. The vendor was a shrewd-looking old man in yellow robes.

The old man in yellow robes had rough, weather-beaten skin, with distinct yellow spiritual patterns visible on his face and arms, and a single yellow horn on his head.

He was from the Stone Race. This race had a physique similar to humans, strong defensive abilities, and was skilled at finding metal ore veins. During its glorious period, the Stone Race had over a dozen Integration cultivators. However, after several major disasters and racial wars, the Stone Race had declined, becoming a minor ethnic group with few Void Refinement cultivators. They were forced to seek refuge with the Vine Race, serving them to survive, or they would have been exterminated by other races long ago.

The old man in yellow robes was a Void Refinement cultivator. His stall displayed many metal ores and some demonic beast materials.

Wang Yingjie's gaze fell upon a greenish jade box. Inside, there was a blood-red demon core with faint golden patterns on its surface, appearing entirely natural.

“Fellow Daoist, what kind of demonic beast is this demon core from?” Wang Yingjie asked curiously.

“This is a top-grade sixth-tier demon core from a Bloodlight Flood Dragon. If you're interested, you can exchange for it; metal ores are preferred,” the old man in yellow robes replied.

Wang Yingjie picked up the greenish jade box, examined it carefully, and nodded. Liu Hongxue took out a yellow jade box and handed it to the old man in yellow robes. He opened it to reveal a pale golden ore. His palm glowed with a dazzling yellow light, enveloping the golden ore. After a moment, the yellow light dispersed, and he nodded in satisfaction.

Wang Yingjie put away the Bloodlight Flood Dragon's inner core, stood up, and left. This demon core could strengthen Wang Long's physical power, benefiting his advancement.

They wandered around the plaza, indeed seeing many valuable items. Some even offered mid-grade Heavenly Connection Spirit Treasures for exchange. There were also many fraudsters who tried to deceive people with fake items. These tricksters were not highly cultivated and only dared to cheat low-level cultivators, not high-level ones.

Over two hours later, they left the bluestone plaza.

As dusk slowly fell, numerous buildings began to emit a soft white light, illuminating the entire Qiyun Peak. These buildings were constructed from Moonlight Wood, making Qiyun Peak as bright as day, with crowds of people surging through the streets.

Cultivators from various races gathered here, differing in physique and attire, exchanging cultivation methods and resources. Such a scene was unheard of on the Xuanling Continent, where various races set aside their conflicts to convene here.

Wang Yingjie and Liu Hongxue returned to their lodging. Wang Zongyun had also returned and was sitting in a bamboo pavilion, drinking tea. “Zongyun, hasn't Ancestor Meng Bin returned yet?” Wang Yingjie asked casually.

“Ancestor Meng Bin and Ancestor Yuqi went to visit Senior Qian of Qiankun Palace. They'll probably be back later,” Wang Zongyun said. “Oh, by the way, Fairy Zhang came by just now and said there's a gathering the night after tomorrow. Fairy Cheng, Godly Monarch Xuanji's youngest disciple, will also be attending.” Wang Zongyun spoke slowly while taking a sip of spirit tea.

“Godly Monarch Xuanji's youngest disciple will also be attending? Let's go together then. I hope we can ask her for a divination,” Wang Yingjie said, his face showing anticipation.

After chatting for a while, they returned to their rooms to meditate and regulate their breathing.