Fantasy: I'll do the hacking, and you'll suffer the side effects!

138: Purple Sun Fish? Star Fish? The legendary golden scale?The first thing that came into view was a massive gateway.

Numerous carvings were etched upon it, exquisite and beautiful, exuding an elegant aura.

Secondly, the three characters ’Listening Rain Pavilion’ were imbued with immense power; this plaque seemed like a living entity.

”A Spiritual Artifact?” Qin Han’s eyes narrowed; through the gateway, he could sense many extraordinary auras emanating from within.

”The Listening Rain Pavilion is a place specifically used by the Purple Sun Divine Palace to entertain guests. Brother Qin can stay as long as he wishes,” Cheng Weidong said.

”Are there others inside?” Qin Han asked.

”Brother Qin, you may not know this, but most forces in the Golden Scale Que do not appoint Guest Elders directly. They usually set up a designated area for hospitality, but the treatment is still that of a Guest Elder.

”Recently, it’s the Golden Scale Celebration, and many Martial Artists from outer Que, who have no hope of joining a Sect, choose to temporarily reside with a certain force and participate under their name.

”This way, if the outer Que Martial Artist achieves a good ranking, the Sect force they represent will also benefit. It’s considered a win-win for both sides.”

At this point, Cheng Weidong added, ”Of course, if Brother Qin is not interested in the Golden Scale Celebration, that’s fine too. Everyone in the Purple Sun Divine Palace is hospitable; you can stay as long as you like.”

He had truly mastered the art of human relations.

Cheng Weidong could make people like him with just a few words.

It must be said that those who can thrive in such a major force always possess some skill.

Qin Han understood the implication in his words and seized the opportunity to ask, ”Is the Golden Scale Celebration a competition?”

”Not quite. This is a centennial grand ceremony of the Golden Scale Que, open to Disciples of all forces, intended for celebration.”

”There is a Golden Scale River within the Que, spanning the entire Spiritual Que for eight million li, leading directly to the Endless Sea in the far east, filled with countless delicacies.”

”For example, the Purple Sun Divine Fish, Starry Divine Fish, and Heaven-Folding Divine Fish, among which the most famous is the Golden Scale. The celebration involves fishing for these delicacies while the River God is asleep.”

”In fact, ninety percent of the forces in the Golden Scale Que are named after the delicacies in the Golden Scale River.”

Upon hearing this, Qin Han generally understood.

The so-called celebration was a fishing competition.

It was about who could catch the most precious and highest-grade fish.

”Interesting.” Qin Han rubbed his chin.

This form of competition was the first he had ever heard of.

Even fishing enthusiasts could find their spring in the Archaic Great Thousand World.

It seemed peculiar, yet one could discern much enjoyment from it.

”Do these fish have any special effects?” Qin Han asked curiously.

”Take the Purple Sun Divine Fish, for instance. Although this fish is only three feet long, it contains an extremely vast amount of Spiritual Qi, and after consumption, it has many marvelous effects.”

”Of course, not all divine fish have divine effects. Some fish look beautiful but contain potent toxins or various harmful effects. It all depends on Luck,” Cheng Weidong explained.

”Then that’s exactly what I want.” Qin Han’s heart stirred. It had been a long time since he had made the Son of Luck experience side effects.

Although he was not good at fishing, when it came to eating, he had quite a bit of experience and insight.

The side effect slot would soon open for the third one, and there might be a new Son of Luck present at the celebration.

After all, the Golden Scale Que was so vast, and there were many outer Que Martial Artists.

Furthermore, Ye Chen also had a scheduled battle with the Xingchen Divine Palace Divine Son.

He hadn’t found a way to open the Extreme Boundary, and Qin Han recalled the Buddhist Son’s earlier suggestion.

”This way, the star god pearl must be obtained.”

As soon as the Golden Scale Celebration was mentioned, Ah Ping, a Disciple nearby, became very excited. ”I heard the Purple Sun Divine Fish is incredibly tender. Revered Master said he ate a bite a hundred years ago, and the taste nearly made him swallow his tongue.”

”River delicacies are naturally fresh and succulent. I heard their taste is no less than that of Divine Birds.” Cheng Weidong also showed a look of yearning.

”The taste of Divine Birds is alright, but not as good as those that run on the ground,” Qin Han said casually.

As soon as these words came out, the scene fell silent.

Qin Han noticed the awkward silence and asked, ”You don’t believe me?”

”Brother Qin, are you joking? You wouldn’t really have eaten them, would you?” Cheng Weidong swallowed with difficulty.

”I’ve eaten quite a few. Terrestrial Ancient Remnant Species like the Zhu Jian and Divine Hound, and flying pure-blooded creatures like the Seven-Colored Peacock and Golden Winged Great Peng.” Qin Han listed them off like a connoisseur.

The more they listened, the more startled everyone became. They saw Qin Han’s serious expression, which didn’t seem like he was lying.

And with his capability, there was indeed no need for him to lie.

After all, there were few people present now, so no one would flatter him if he boasted.

”I heard that these Vicious Beasts contain extremely strong ferocity. Is that true?” Ah Ping couldn’t help but ask.

”That’s true. If you can’t suppress their ferocity, you’ll become neither human nor ghost, no different from a killing machine.” Qin Han nodded.

”Then you are...”

Before Ah Ping could finish his question, the door of the Listening Rain Pavilion suddenly opened.

Two people emerged from the door, dressed in the same attire as Cheng Weidong, both Inner Sect Disciples.

”That’s hilarious. Boasting without even considering where this is. Eating Divine Hounds and Golden Winged Great Peng? Why don’t you say you’ve eaten a pure-blooded Primordial Great Vicious Beast?” one of the more effeminate-looking men sneered.

Evidently, he didn’t believe a single word Qin Han had just said.

”Xu Qing?” Cheng Weidong recognized the newcomer and asked, ”Why are you here?”

”I have a friend from the outer Que, and I made a special trip to settle him here. But I didn’t expect to hear someone boasting as soon as I came out.”

”Brother Cheng, it seems the guest you found isn’t very capable. Are you counting on such a boastful person to help you get promoted to Personal Disciple? Ridiculous!” Xu Qing scoffed.

”What do you mean by that? Just because you haven’t eaten it doesn’t mean others haven’t. How can you tell it’s boasting?” Cheng Weidong frowned.

”Oh, I forgot. You’ve been in the Inner Sect Disciple position for several years. It’s certainly something you’d do out of desperation.” Xu Qing said, feigning sudden realization.

”You...” Cheng Weidong spoke angrily.

”A mere Half-step Divine Palace entering the Golden Scale Que is just there to be a foil. Cheng Weidong, Cheng Weidong, you should honestly just be a guide dog for others.” Xu Qing burst into laughter.

As soon as these words came out, Ah Ping and his Junior Brothers immediately felt anger rise in their hearts.

However, they did not act out, nor did they dare to.

Xu Qing and Cheng Weidong had a conflict over a treasure years ago, and the two always clashed, fighting whenever they met.

Now that he finally caught an opportunity to mock him, how could he let it go so easily?

”Senior Brother, don’t stoop to his level,” Ah Ping whispered.

Even though Cheng Weidong harbored immense anger, he couldn’t act on it.

The rules of the Purple Sun Divine Palace were such that private fights were forbidden; violators would have their cultivation abolished and be expelled from the Divine Palace.

”Brother Qin, let’s go inside,” Cheng Weidong said in a low voice.

Qin Han, however, did not move immediately. Instead, he stared at Xu Qing’s mocking face and slowly said, ”The pure-blooded Primordial Great Vicious Beast you mentioned, I have indeed eaten it.”

”Hmm?” Xu Qing didn’t expect the other party to speak at this moment.

His fellow Disciple beside him immediately said disdainfully, ”What a joke. Just you?”

”Then tell us, what kind of Primordial Great Vicious Beast did you eat?”