"Alright, I'll take it." Xu Feng took another bottle of Great Recovery Pill and stored it in his bag.
Three bottles of pills, five hundred thirty thousand spirit stones! Although it was expected, Yu Daqian was still excited, his face flushed. Five hundred thirty thousand, that's no small amount; his sales performance over the past six months might not even reach that figure.
"Yan Daoyou, if it's convenient..." Yu Daqian gestured. Xu Feng understood and replied, "I'm not a deity; I can't just conjure whatever you want."
Seeing that Xu Feng had no intention of refusing, Yu Daqian hurriedly said, "Yan Daoyou is too modest. As long as you are willing to make a move, I will accept whatever you offer."
Xu Feng curled his lip, thinking, "Accept whatever? You can't handle that."
In fact, Xu Feng didn't want to give him spirit stones; carrying five hundred thousand spirit stones around would be too alarming. He took out a box containing the Earth Dragon Mushroom left by Yang Chenglin and handed it over with his storage bag. "Take a look; see if you like it. This is all I have."
Yu Daqian swallowed hard as he accepted the Jade Box, his expression uncertain as he examined it.
After a moment, Yu Daqian let out a long breath and said, "The Three Hundred Years' goods can be valued at four hundred thousand."
Xu Feng was well-versed in True Alchemy Explanation and had a general understanding of the properties and prices of various herbs. Four hundred thousand for a Three Hundred Years' Earth Dragon Mushroom was on the low side but not excessively so.
While Xu Feng wasn't short on money, he didn't want to be taken for a fool. "Let's add three fourth-grade Shape-Shifting Pills."
Yu Daqian's face flushed red; he immediately handed over four Shape-Shifting Pills and said, "Yan Daoyou, working with you is truly exhilarating." He even gave an extra one.
Xu Feng's previous Third-Grade Shape-Transforming Pill was about to lose its effectiveness, and with several lives on his shoulders, he would definitely need the Shape-Shifting Pills in the future.
Xu Feng transferred one hundred thirty thousand spirit stones to Yu Daqian. He also asked for a few temporary storage bags to facilitate discreet transactions.
After making a big deal, Yu Daqian was radiant with joy, celebrating his correct judgment with enthusiasm.
Xu Feng practiced Five Elements Cultivation; these three bottles of pills were far from enough. If he wanted to make large purchases from Yu Daqian again, it wouldn't be something a Foundation Establishment Stage loose cultivator could manage. He needed to find opportunities to acquire advanced formulas; that was the long-term plan for his Alchemy.
Goodbye to Yu Daqian, Xu Feng greeted a Tiger Warrior from the Loose Cultivator Alliance and returned to his room alone.
It was supposed to be a day of rest, but Xu Feng continued to immerse himself in cultivation.
Mu Ling Dao was the last Combat Technique that Xu Feng had yet to master. The Combat Techniques of Mu Ling Dao included "Tie Mu Hua Dao," with six levels of Cultivation Method and eight techniques, further divided into three major realms: Ironwood Realm, Flower Path Realm, and Flowerwood Realm. Today, Xu Feng aimed to learn three techniques from the Ironwood Realm: Ironwood Sword, Ironwood Fist, and Ironwood Grove.
The Ironwood Sword consisted of a single movement: a thrust. It concentrated all of one's spiritual power into a single stab, deeply rooted and penetrating to the bone. It was an excellent choice against Earth Element Cultivation Methods.
The Ironwood Fist was a step above the Ironwood Sword; it evolved from the outside in, using fists instead of swords, striking with enough force to break stone.
The Ironwood Grove was somewhat akin to a Cultivation Method; it involved the full operation of internal energy, transforming into a forest that could repel numerous enemies, similar in essence to Earth King Armor. Xu Feng paid close attention; the Ironwood Grove emphasized internal strength and required reaching the second level of Mu Ling Dao for cultivation.
Having determined his cultivation focus, Xu Feng devoted himself fully to practicing Ironwood Sword and Ironwood Fist.
Xu Feng had an exceptional talent for swordsmanship. Having just witnessed the sword techniques of two formidable figures, Hua Du and Cai Shujun, his understanding of swordsmanship had deepened.
A night passed without incident, entirely consumed by cultivation.
The next morning, Xu Feng thrust out a sword strike from a distance, creating a sword-shaped stone hole in the wall made of blue stone, reaching an inch deep—this was not even his full strength. After a night of practice, he had finally succeeded with the Ironwood Sword.
With mastery over Mu Ling Dao's power application techniques, practicing Ironwood Fist became much quicker. Coupled with his previous experience from Soft Hands, which also focused on the use of spiritual power, Ironwood Fist and Soft Hands were essentially two paths leading to the same goal.
After closing himself off for cultivation, by evening he had completely mastered the Ironwood Fist. If he were to spar with Yi Jiuzhou again, Xu Feng could unleash powerful Wood Element sword energy without needing a spiritual sword.
Xu Feng frequently entered seclusion for training, which had become commonplace for those in the Loose Cultivator Alliance; after all, it was only temporary—today he would enter seclusion and tomorrow emerge. Strictly speaking, it wasn't true seclusion but rather intense practice and dedication. The Half-Dead Bao who returned from drawing lots did not disturb Xu Feng.
Today was the day of the semifinals. In the main viewing stand, Chu Wushang and Hua Guinian were spirited and confident, while Half-Dead Bao and Qian Tuo were also in high spirits. In contrast, the leaders of the Three Factions wore stern expressions as if they were merely accompanying royalty to watch a movie.
Half-Dead Bao informed Xu Feng early that his opponent today would be Cai Shujun from the New Moon Sect. Half-Dead Bao's luck does not always allow Xu Feng to face easy opponents.
Both matches were significant, so they were scheduled separately in the morning and afternoon to allow both sides better preparation. Xu Feng was placed in the morning, and the match time was later than usual.
The four front positions at the Meeting Platform were occupied by New Moon Sect, Loose Cultivator Alliance, Wuhua Island, and Guo Shan Sword Sect. These four VIP spots provided a better view of the matches, allowing spectators to gauge the participants' strength and even catch a whiff of the sweat in the air. There might be some debate about why sweat smells good, but it did not affect the progress of the competition.
In the New Moon Sect team, Huang Chang wore a sling around her neck, with her left arm tucked inside. This Impulsive Sister finally paid the price for her recklessness. Her left leg was still somewhat numb, making her unsteady while standing. A fellow disciple who resembled Ng Man-tat attempted to help her but received a fierce glare that made him back off immediately.
At the back of the Loose Cultivator Alliance, Tian Buguang and Lin Fangxin stood on stone benches, significantly elevated. Each held a bamboo pole, stretching out a bright red five-meter banner that read: "Yan Da will win! Yan Da is mighty!"
Ma Buyi had purchased two cheap magical tools, Thunder Hammer, from the Fairy Market, using them like drums to create a cacophony of noise without rhythm.
“Now we have Cai Shujun from the New Moon Sect against Yan Da from the Loose Cultivator Alliance. Please welcome both elites to the stage.” The referee, influenced by the atmosphere around him, unexpectedly changed his script.
Upon hearing this, Ma Buyi struck his makeshift drums again, while Tian Buguang shouted in Cheng Kun's voice: "Yan Da will win! Yan Da is mighty!"
On stage, Half-Dead Bao laughed heartily, while Cao Wushang felt slightly displeased, thinking that these country bumpkins were being rather vulgar with their entrance; it was truly unbecoming.
As Cai Shujun stepped onto the stage, her white gown resembling a crescent moon floated gracefully around her.
Across from her stood Xu Feng, clad in a light blue robe that exuded a rustic charm.
One was blue-collar, and the other was white-collar.
“Look at this Yan Da, his steps are steady; he clearly has a long-lasting aura. No wonder he could defeat Yi Jiuzhou.”
“He practices both Fire and Earth cultivation and possesses strong and enduring spiritual power. If Cai Shujun cannot defeat him quickly, she may end up being worn down.”
"Is it very lasting?"
"Of course, many people have seen it..."
Two clueless disciples were discussing nearby, while some Female Cultivators exchanged glances, filled with suspicion and a hint of anticipation.
"I've seen you before," Cai Shujun suddenly said to Xu Feng, "but I don't know where."
Xu Feng's heart skipped a beat. Could this person have some secret technique that allows him to remember faces? Mental locking? Soul imprinting? She was only briefly encountered two years ago at New Moon Sect, yet he could remember her?
"You might be mistaken," Xu Feng replied.
"Yes, I might not have seen you," Cai Shujun pondered for a moment and said, "but you must have seen me."
Xu Feng: "..."
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