Rising from Small Cloud Rain Technique

The next day.

Fire Cloud Zhenren and the others visited again, and after the host and guests took their seats, Qiong Xiao Daoist Master instructed:

“Cui’Er, serve the tea.”

Hearing this, Master Beichen immediately felt relieved. Yesterday, they didn’t even get a sip of water.

Today, since the other side asked the attendant to serve tea, it should mean things went well!

After the pleasantries, Qiong Xiao Daoist Master spoke with a righteous tone:

“I pondered for a long time last night, and I couldn’t bear to see our fellow Daoists in the Western Continent suffer.

So, I consulted with other Daoist Masters and persuaded them. Two days later, the merchant flying ship will set off, heading to Yuanhe Mountain!”

Master Beichen solemnly cupped his hands:

“Thank you for the aid, Daoist Master! The cultivators of Yuanhe Mountain will never forget this kindness!”

Although it was the receipt of significant gifts that led to this decision, it could indeed solve the predicament of Yuanhe Mountain.

Besides, even when visiting a Nascent Soul Daoist Monarch, such a price must be paid, or even more.

“Fellow Daoist, you exaggerate. As cultivators of the Human Race, it’s our duty to unite and resist the demon beasts together.

However, when the flying ship arrives at Yuanhe Mountain, it needs to enter the Mountain Protection Array.

War is perilous. If it disturbs my master, I cannot explain it.

Also, the flying ship can stay at Yuanhe Mountain for at most one month; afterward, it must return to Cyan Cloud Immortal City.”

Qiong Xiao Daoist Master spoke the formalities and stated his requirements.

“This request is very reasonable, I agree to it.”

Master Beichen immediately replied, as there was no room for much consideration when seeking help.

Fire Cloud Zhenren stood up with a smile:

“Daoist Master’s nobility is a blessing to the cultivators of the Western Continent. We will return to our sect to make arrangements and come back here to meet tomorrow afternoon.

We will ensure the protection of the flying ship and not allow any demon beasts to approach.”

They needed to go back and mobilize personnel, and by then, they must strike the demon beasts hard.

With a Nascent Soul Daoist Monarch backing them, they had the confidence to fight.

Though the threat of the Transformed Great Demon remained, its intimidation was greatly diminished.

The enemy had never acted personally, presumably due to apprehensions.

…

After the Western Continent Golden Core cultivators left, Qiong Xiao convened the Central Continent cultivators to discuss his plan.

It was more of an announcement than a discussion.

As the disciple of a Nascent Soul Daoist Monarch and holder of the Daoist Monarch’s token, his words were the Daoist Monarch’s decree, representing the prestige of Lingxu Sect.

This decision affected the Cloud Sea Business Alliance the most, as they still needed to conduct business.

Cangwu Zhenren nodded slightly and said:

“As long as we can return within a month, I have no objections, and the Cloud Sea Business Alliance is willing to make this small sacrifice.”

The cultivators of Yuanhe Mountain were also major clients of theirs, and this help would undoubtedly foster a bond of gratitude.

“We shall follow Daoist Master’s lead.”

The other cultivators echoed, agreeing that as long as the flying ship entered the Mountain Protection Array of Yuanhe Mountain, everything would be fine.

“Thank you all for your understanding,” Qiong Xiao cupped his hands in a circle and continued:

“A month is relatively short, and Western Continent cultivators may not have time to deal a heavy blow to the demon beasts.

By then, they might hire you to take action. If the price is right, everyone could earn some extra benefits.”

…

At this moment, Jia Yu, Lin Qiu Bai, Li Haoran, and others were also in the Immortal City.

When the Central Continent’s merchant flying ship arrived, they always brought resources to exchange for what the sect urgently needed.

Transactions between the Three Sects of the Western Continent and some major families at the Chao Origin Stage level with the Cloud Sea Business Alliance had continued for many years, becoming customary.

The cultivator receiving Jia Yu and others from the alliance, named Qian Wenting, had reached the Fourth Transformation of Chao Origin Stage.

After several contacts, the transactions were conducted smoothly, taking only two double hours to complete.

Jia Yu nodded with satisfaction; with these resources, many Chao Origin Stage cultivators in the sect could receive some cultivation materials.

He cleared his throat and said:

“This time around, I also wish to purchase a Sword Technique for Chao Origin Stage cultivators and a Planting Technique. Do you have any good recommendations?”

The Golden Spirit Sect was not a Sword Cultivation Sect, and it had only one Chao Origin Stage Sword Technique, which Lin Qiu Bai bought when he broke through.

Now that Li Haoran had also become a Chao Origin Stage Sword Cultivator, the Sword Intent he comprehended could not match with the sect’s preserved Sword Technique, so he needed to purchase another one.

As for the Planting Technique, it was naturally prepared for Ji An, who was close to breaking through to the Chao Origin Stage, considering his understanding of cultivation techniques.

If it wasn’t purchased now, it would take another thirty years to obtain, and it was vital not to waste this talented disciple’s potential.

Qian Wenting’s eyes lit up, revealing a sincere smile:

“Congratulations, congratulations! Your sect has produced both a Chao Origin Stage Sword Cultivator and a Spirit Farmer.”

Techniques and spells like these are expensive yet also offer high profits.

There’s nothing better; they can be sold countless times, making them a prime example of profitable commodity.

Seeing the smile on Qian Wenting’s face, Jia Yu instinctively shrank his neck:

“Haha, fellow Daoist, you have to give us some discount.”

“With our relationship, I’ll definitely secure the best discounts for your sect.”

Saying that, Qian Wenting stood up:

“Please wait for a moment, I will go and fetch the jade slips.”

He then said to the attendant beside him:

“Go, prepare a pot of Tier Two Jade Dew Golden Bud Tea, do not neglect our esteemed guests!”

A moment later, Qian Wenting returned to the room, taking out over a dozen jade slips that glimmered with various hues from his storage bag, and said:

“I have brought all the sword techniques from the business alliance. If you have any requests, please state them, and we will slowly select.”

The cultivation techniques of sword cultivators have significant differences from those of magic cultivators. Their cultivation techniques are more formidable and also more perilous.

The reason for prioritizing sword techniques is due to their higher value, much higher than planting techniques.

Make the big money first, then slowly calculate the small money.

Jia Yu glanced at the cultivator beside him, indicating for him to speak.

Li Haoran softly said:

“I have only two demands: First, the sword technique should include a Golden Core Stage cultivation technique;

Second, the sword technique should allow the condensation of sword intent.”

Qian Wenting’s eyes brightened a bit, as he scrutinized this seemingly very young cultivator, inwardly marveling at the other’s great ambition.

’You are already thinking of preparing for the Golden Core Stage, can you really manage that?’

Though he ridiculed inwardly, he maintained his expression unchanged and said:

“In that case, the choices of sword techniques become very limited.

Only Cyan Lotus Sword Technique and Celestial River Sword Technique can meet your requirements.”

He rummaged out a sword technique that shimmered with green light and another with a watery glow, handing them over, “Of course, only the Chao Origin Stage level is contained within these two jade slips.”

He again assessed the cultivator in front of him, who did not carry much of the sharpness expected of a sword cultivator.

Li Haoran accepted the jade slips, placing them on his forehead to inspect. Inside were lock keys, only allowing a view of part of the sword technique, but discerning the potential of the cultivation technique was not an issue.

He carefully compared their strengths and weaknesses, pondering briefly before making his decision:

“I choose the Celestial River Sword Technique.”

The Celestial River Sword Technique can transform sword intent into rivers, ceaselessly flowing, capable of continuously building momentum, ultimately superimposing into a surging torrent, akin to the notion of ’One Sword Breaks Ten Thousand Techniques’, emphasizing overpowering with momentum.

The Cyan Lotus Sword Technique follows another path, emphasizing meticulous manipulation of sword qi and sword intent, wherein attacks involve the transformation of sword intent, akin to blooming lotus flowers, stressing the principle of changeability.

If possible, he would have wanted both, to cross-reference and validate each other.

However, knowing the exorbitant cost of cultivation techniques, he understood that he couldn’t afford both, memorizing the name of the Cyan Lotus Sword Technique for future reference if given the opportunity.

“Haha, Fellow Daoist has keen insight!

The Celestial River Sword Technique is the inheritance technique of the Celestial River Sword Sect, directly pointing to the Nascent Soul Great Dao.

The Celestial River Sword Sect once suffered a devastating demon calamity, resulting in the regrettable destruction of their mountain gate and severance of their inheritance.

According to some minor rumors, there are several secret realms belonging to the Celestial River Sword Sect, preserving the sect’s legacy within…”

Qian Wenting, being adept in the art of trade, knew storytelling could uplift the valuation of items, at least slightly enhancing their perceived worth by traders.

“Fellow Daoist, let’s skip the fluff, name your price.”

Jia Yu interrupted the other’s stream of talk, leaving the bargaining to Li Haoran after he had decided on the cultivation technique.

This trade was quite disadvantageous for him, as the element of choice was lost, leaving only a matter of how much padding could be negotiated away.

“Ordinary Chao Origin Stage level sword techniques can be exchanged with Tier Two Upper Grade Spiritual Objects, however, including follow-up techniques of the Celestial River Sword Technique requires Tier Two Top Grade Spiritual Objects for trade.”

Jia Yu waved his hand, saying:

“Fellow Daoist Qian, your words are mistaken. Even if you have the Nascent Soul level spells of the Celestial River Sword Technique, so what? We are only purchasing the Chao Origin Stage cultivation techniques.”

“That’s not how the account is calculated. This fellow daoist appears to be exceptionally gifted. If you were to randomly select a cultivation technique to break through to the Golden Core Stage, you would then have to start accumulating all over again. Choosing the Celestial River Sword Technique avoids this concern.”

The two continuously haggled, eventually agreeing to exchange with a Tier Two Top Grade Spiritual Object, paired with Tier Two Upper Grade Spiritual Objects and two top-grade spirit stones.

Top-grade spirit stones contain extremely pure spiritual qi, capable of quickly replenishing magical power for Golden Core cultivators, and are widely used in high-tier arrays, serving as the currency circulate among Golden Core cultivators.

Theoretically, ten thousand lower grade spirit stones can be exchanged for one top-grade spirit stone, but the actual exchange rate ranges between eleven thousand and twelve thousand.

“Ah, doing this kind of business with fellow daoist, the steward is surely going to scold me for selling too cheaply!”

Though Qian Wenting wore a face of distress, inwardly he laughed uncontrollably, having reaped a great profit!

He used the key to unlock the jade slip, continuing:

“Fellow Daoist may now make a copy.”

Jia Yu lamented:

“Provide us with the key as well, make a copy, and we will also take this original version with us!”

Feeling too passive in the trade, he was not pleased.

Qian Wenting bared his teeth, saying:

“As you wish, Fellow Daoist.”

He revealed the key, then added:

“The planting techniques your sect requires, recorded in the business alliance, are the Cloud Dragon Rain Technique, Azure Dragon Shocking Skill, Yellow Dragon Essence Enhancement Skill, and Zhurong Divine Fire Spell.

These are the quintessential planting techniques for the Spirit Farmers in Chao Origin Stage within the major sects of the Central Continent, offering the best effectiveness, though there’s a downside.”

Jia Yu grew tense, hastily inquiring:

“What downside?”

“The techniques’ effectiveness is top-notch, but they are easy to learn yet difficult to master, requiring high comprehension, otherwise, even if time is arduously spent, achieving significant accomplishments is challenging.”

Having just conducted a significant deal, Qian Wenting explained very clearly.

The Cloud Sea Business Alliance grew on the principle of trust.

Moreover, considering they had purchased the Celestial River Sword Technique, if they broke through to the Golden Core Stage, they’d likely think of the business alliance first for subsequent spell purchases.