Chapter 1003 - 713: Golden Crow Celestial Crystal, Undercurrents Stirring

Chapter 1003: Chapter 713: Golden Crow Celestial Crystal, Undercurrents Stirring

Nine Spirits Commerce Association, in the elegant room on the seventh floor.

"The Yin Division Underworld and the Demon Race are looking for something?"

Qin Ming was quite surprised upon hearing Elder Feng’s words and asked.

When he heard this sentence, he couldn’t help but think of his Eight Gates Reincarnation Mirror.

It is said that this mirror was brought out from the Yin Division Underworld by the Cyan Emperor. Could it be that those big figures of the Underworld are searching for this object?

Qin Ming’s heart also became alert.

However, he previously learned from Master Mao Yuan about the Cyan Emperor’s cultivation technique inheritance site in the Yin Division Underworld.

The place is extremely hidden; even the great powers of the Yin Division Underworld likely couldn’t imagine it, almost only the Cyan Emperor knew about it.

To acquire the subsequent cultivation techniques of the "Cyan Emperor Technique," the Eight Gates Reincarnation Mirror must be used to open that secret place.

Otherwise, even cultivators above the Void Refining Stage who go there would be left staring helplessly.

"Exactly, the Yin Division Underworld is different from other great realms; it’s controlled by ten Ghost Immortal-level Netherworld Kings."

"Furthermore, the entire world has an ascending structure, layer by layer."

"This time, the Yin Division Underworld didn’t hesitate to collude with the Demon Race to find a highly important object; they’ve even alerted several Alien Races around Netherworld Abyss. I suspect it must be something at the Venerable Nether Artifact level; otherwise, there wouldn’t be such a commotion, even letting demons invade the Spirit Realm."

Qin Ming nodded, finally understanding.

Unexpectedly, there are reasons behind the driving force of this matter.

"But the Demon Race is truly detestable! During the Alien Race catastrophe a hundred thousand years ago, they were nearly exterminated by the Ancient Demon Realm, and it was your Human Race and a few of our races that joined forces, dispatched troops to the Celestial Ridge Mountain to pull the Demon Race back from the brink of death."

"Only after not settling down for long, they’re now colluding with the Yin Division Underworld, stirring restlessly in the Celestial Ridge Mountain Range. Truly an ungrateful white-eyed wolf; should Fellow Daoist Lii encounter people from the Demon Race in the future, don’t show mercy like a woman, just eliminate them directly."

Elder Feng Qi emphasized this point, showing his disdain for the Demon Race.

Qin Ming had recently killed a Demon God, naturally showing no mercy.

In terms of decisive action, he considered himself quite experienced.

"Thank you Elder Feng for the advice, this junior will keep it in mind." Qin Ming said as he raised his cup and toasted the two with spirit wine.

The fact that they could be so open meant they truly trusted him, not treating him as an outsider.

This was mainly because Qin Ming previously saved the Wood Crystal Race’s Immortal City twice, gaining a lot of reputation.

Additionally, Elder Feng Qi also held Qin Ming in high regard, appreciating this young Human Race, even considering him a friend across generations.

If it were any other Divinity Transformation Cultivator, he would never have revealed the content of the upper-level meeting without reservations.

Amidst the exchanging of drinks.

Qin Ming also began to secretly ponder.

’It seems, according to Elder Feng’s words, after the alliance of several races, conflicts and friction at the border are inevitable, even local wars.’

’Even the Heaven-Reaching Star City, such a Human Race Main City, must dispatch troops to participate, truly a storm is coming! I must break through to Void Refining soon.’

’Also, in such a turbulent situation, having enough power for self-preservation.’

’Initially, I thought after breaking through to Divinity Transformation Great Perfection, with several powerful treasures of mine, I could even kill a Tier Six Demon God, feeling somewhat secure.’

’Seems like I’ve got ahead of myself, can’t be complacent!’

’Even at the Devouring Abyss frontline, Void Refining Stage Divine Monarchs are falling; the wasteland south of my Little Turtle Peak borders several Alien Races, thus it doesn’t seem stable enough!’

Thinking of this, Qin Ming instantly felt that his current strength wasn’t stable either, and a sense of urgency filled him.

He considered a bit, suddenly thinking of something.

Although his current cultivation level isn’t yet at a breakthrough point, the security measures at Little Turtle Peak can be improved first!

That Tai Hao Nine Luminaries Immortal Extinction Array of his is only short of some spiritual materials to upgrade to Tier Six level, perhaps it can be reinforced.

Thus, he took the opportunity to say, "By the way, Elder Feng, Qian Mo Fairy, I wish to exchange some spiritual materials with you, if it’s convenient?"

"Oh? Feel free to speak, Friend Lii; there’s no need to stand on ceremony with us." Elder Feng said upon hearing.

Qin Ming recalled the Secret Technique for enhancing the array handed over by Qi Xiaoyu in his mind, then said, "I need some Tier Six Golden Crow Celestial Crystals or Flame Essence Profound Soul..."

"As a trade condition... I can exchange a Tier Six pill with you two."

He then took out an exquisite jade bottle from his storage pouch and placed it in front of them.

"Friend Lii, you truly are a dark horse!"

"You didn’t give a hint to me earlier, I didn’t know you were already a Tier Six Pill God. I only knew after arriving at Celestial Star City, hearing it from those old guys of the Human Race."

Elder Feng Qi sighed and remarked upon hearing this.

Then he opened the jade bottle to look inside, where undoubtedly a Tier Six Divine Pill with astonishing spirit essence and covered in Dao Patterns lay.

Upon opening the jade bottle, even tiger roars and dragon murmurs were heard, illustrating the wonder of the pill.

"Isn’t this the rumored ’Blood Soul Nirvana Pill’?"

Qin Ming affirmed with a nod; he had previously refined five, gave four to his Spirit Pet, and just happened to have one left.

If it could be exchanged for Tier Six spiritual materials, it would be extremely useful.

After all, this pill can only be consumed once in a Spirit Beast’s lifetime.

Nonetheless, the Blood Soul Nirvana Pill, as a Tier Six Divine Pill, is a sought-after treasure by major forces anywhere in the Spirit Realm.

If taken to the Nine Spirits Commerce Association, it could be an auction’s grand finale item.

"That’s excellent!!"

Elder Feng Qi’s spirited face showed rare excitement; he pondered briefly.

Then, he waved his hand over the table, and a long Wooden Box appeared.

"Inside are some Tier Six Middle-Grade Golden Crow Celestial Crystals. Friend Lii, see if they’re sufficient?"

"Consider yourself lucky; this level of extreme Yang Heavenly and Earthly Spiritual Material is unique. I had to pay a big price to obtain it from a Secret Realm."

"This Celestial Crystal probably doesn’t exist anywhere among the Human Race except in a few extremely dangerous places."

He then turned to Qian Mo Fairy beside him and said, "I remember your Nine Spirits Commerce Association’s warehouse should have some Flame Crystal Profound Soul Ore?"

"If so, bring them all to Friend Lii; I will replenish the corresponding resources later."

Qian Mo Fairy smiled gracefully, "Elder Feng is joking. The items Elder Lii needs will certainly be met by our commerce association."

With that, she sent out a Communication Talisman, instructing someone to retrieve the Flame Essence Profound Soul that Qin Ming needed.

Then.

Both parties happily concluded the trade.

After Qin Ming had a day-long conversation and reminiscence with two familiar members of the Wood Crystal Race, he also got up to bid farewell and leave.

Originally, he invited the two to visit him at Little Turtle Peak, but they both had matters to attend to, politely declining Qin Ming’s kind invitation.

"Friend Lii, we won’t be able to come this time, but next time we have the chance, we’ll definitely visit."

"After all, we have already met, so it doesn’t make much difference to wait a little longer."

"By the way, don’t forget about the Spirit Wine Immortal Brew you promised me! Hahaha!"

"Definitely, definitely!"

"Elder Lii, until we meet again, you’re always welcome to visit Cyan Dome Tree City in the future."

"No need to see me off, both of you."

After the conversation.

Qin Ming left the Nine Spirits Commerce Association branch in Celestial Star City and then headed home.

With his strength, he did not fear Divine Monarch Lingtian laying in ambush; if the other dared to come again, he wouldn’t mind sending him and his precious disciple down to reunite...

Immediately.

Upon leaving Celestial Star City, he transformed into a cyan-colored streak of lightning, vanishing into the sky.

...

At the same time.

After this incident, there were subtle changes occurring within the upper echelons of Celestial Star City because of Qin Ming’s silent actions.

In the Heaven-Holding Hall established above the clouds,

an elder dressed in a deep cyan wide-sleeved robe sat very stably on the central throne, his face full of authority, commanding respect without anger, with cultivation at the late-stage Void Refining.

This man was known as the Hall Master ’Master Qianyuan’.

Below the hall stood Elder Lin, Master Yuhan, as well as Yao Tiannan and others, all belonging to Master Qianyuan’s lineage.

At this moment.

From the upper throne, Master Qianyuan wearing a thoughtful expression, lightly opened his mouth, asking, "I heard that the Loose Cultivator named Lii from Little Turtle Peak surprisingly has connections with that Old Monster Feng from the Wood Crystal Race?"

"To report to Lord Hall Master, I was present earlier and witnessed Elder Feng’s extremely favorable attitude towards Friend Lii, even defending him in person, it’s likely true." Elder Lin replied truthfully.

"Before coming to Celestial Star City, Friend Lii indeed stayed with the Wood Crystal Race for a period. He later resided at Thousand Mechanism Poison Swamp, and eventually traveled through Kunlun Realm to avoid turmoil. All these details have been thoroughly investigated; his background is absolutely clean."

Master Qianyuan nodded slowly, "A Tier Six Pill God, about to break through to Tier Six Spirit Plant Master, and his cultivation at Divinity Transformation Perfection, he is certainly a promising talent!"

"Unfortunately, he wants to be a Loose Cultivator, unwilling to be used by me..."

"After the Alien Race Delegation’s visit ends, my contest with Old Ghost Jin Ao will sooner or later reach a conclusion."

"If things continue, the high level of the Three Great Sacred Lands will not tolerate much longer."

"This Lii kid, being so favored by the Wood Crystal Race, might already possess the foundation and potential to break through to Void Refining..."

"We should first win him over; he might be able to turn the tide in crucial votes in the future."

"Let’s grant the permanent usage rights of Little Turtle Peak Spiritual Land to this kid as a meeting gift from me."

With these words,

Boom!

The minds of everyone standing in the hall rang with a buzz, including Elder Lin. They never expected the Hall Master to value Qin Ming so highly.

Yao Tiannan more so couldn’t recover for a long time.

’What’s going on? Fellow Daoist Lii can break through to Void Refining stage?’

...

On another side.

Inside a camp within the Star Guard Army.

Divine Monarch Jin Ao wore golden armor, his eyebrows sharp like swords, sitting there exuding unparalleled dominance.

His extremely sharp gaze swept across the core factions below, and he opened his mouth coldly, speaking, "I suppose you’ve heard, right?"

"Today, the Loose Cultivator from Little Turtle Peak surprisingly has a significant connection with Old Monster Feng, while also walking closely with those under Master Qianyuan."

"The final contest for the Purple Gold Saint Armor Grand Commander position is imminent, and the outcome will essentially be decided once the Alien Race Delegation leaves."

"At that time, Master Qianyuan, that old guy, will certainly not pass up any opportunity to increase his side’s power."

"Therefore, on Little Turtle Peak’s side... keep a close watch. If there’s any sign of trouble, deal with it discreetly."

At this moment.

A Silver Armor Star Guard stepped forward suggesting, "To report to Lord General, I’ve heard Ling Tianjun from Celestial Origin Valley doesn’t get along well with the surname Lii, perhaps we can use him and avoid suspicion, without giving Heaven-Holding Hall any cause for complaint..."

"Oh? There’s still such a matter?" Divine Monarch Jin Ao showed a hint of surprise and then continued, "Leave this to you, if handled well, you’ll be promoted two ranks."

"Yes!" The Silver Armor Star Guard was incredibly excited, immediately bowing and withdrawing.

...

A few days later.

Qin Ming had already flown back to his Little Turtle Peak, Baili Hui and Mo Lingwei, along with Li Changqing and others, had returned a few days before him.

The two, seeing Qin Ming returning safely, also breathed a sigh of relief and hurried forward to pay their respects.

However, Qin Ming was unaware that due to his excellence, he had inadvertently become embroiled in the disputes between two major figures in Celestial Star City.

Qin Ming didn’t concern himself with external matters.

He was only focused on refining the True Spirit Five Extremes Mountain and Yin Yang Void Returning Pill.

Afterward, he planned to retreat into seclusion to tackle the Void Refining stage.