Sitting and forgetting longevity

Chapter 1978 Cangyun Trade Fair

The sky is clear and the air is fresh, with auspicious clouds hanging in the air.

The Nine Heavens Summit Sect Tournament has been held for more than half a month now, with the competition between disciples from various sects and schools in full swing. Many outstanding individuals have emerged, such as the Four Heroes of Wenshi.

Zhang Yixuan and his group shone brightly in this competition. Their skills complemented each other, and they cooperated perfectly. When they came together, they were like torches; when they dispersed, they were like stars. Each of them gave an outstanding performance.

Upon further inquiry, it turned out that he was Dao Kui's disciple. Although not a direct disciple, he was still a proper inner disciple.

In no time, Liu Qinghuan's reputation soared, and invitations to see him arrived like snowflakes every day, almost overwhelming Yueqin and the others.

However, Liu Qinghuan needed to prepare for the next battle against Xuan Yin in the Nine Heavens, so she declined most of the banquets hosted by Mahayana practitioners and focused on adjusting her condition.

"Master, Master Jing Shu from the Cangyun Sect just sent an invitation. Would you like to take a look?"

Yueyan reported from outside the door. Liu Qinghuan opened her eyes, thought for a moment, and then nodded.

"An invitation from the host? Bring it in. If I'm not mistaken, the trade fair should be about to begin."

"Yes." Yue Qian handed over the invitation: "It is said that this trade fair is quite large in scale, and all the major sects have sent people. The date is set for tomorrow."

Liu Qinghuan smoothed the hem of her dress: "Have we prepared everything we need to exchange?"

Yueqin presented several shiny black storage rings: "They're ready. I checked them again yesterday, and there were no mistakes."

After saying that, he hesitated for a moment and said, "But aren't the things we prepared a bit too ordinary? Will anyone want them?"

Liu Qinghuan smiled faintly: "This trade fair is slightly different from ordinary auctions. Most of the items are materials or treasures related to the development of the sect. There will definitely be people who want them."

He added, "Have Gu Jingchen, Bai Xuan, and the others come over. They can come with me tomorrow. Also, call Fu Bao. He's exceptionally talented and skilled at appraising treasures; perhaps he'll have a use for you."

After giving these instructions, Yueyan hurriedly went to call people and arrange various matters.

Early the next morning, Liu Qinghuan led a group of people in a flying boat and landed halfway up the main peak of Cangyun Sect.

There is a large square here, which has already gathered a lot of people. Various sects from all walks of life are busy setting up their own tents, using different decorations and signs to show off their sect's grandeur.

For example, there was a sect called the Golden Dragon Sect, which actually brought in a yellow dragon that was tens of feet long, with its scales shining with golden light. At this moment, it was perched on its own high shed with its head held high, looking down on others.

There is another sect called Flower Shadow Sect. From the outside, it looks very colorful and lush. Once you enter, you will find that the space inside is huge. It is as if a huge sea of ​​flowers filled with exotic flowers and plants has been moved here.

The intoxicating fragrance and enchanting atmosphere drew many female cultivators to linger, reluctant to leave.

Each sect displayed its unique abilities, some ethereal and otherworldly, others sinister and terrifying, all striving to showcase their wealth and sect's foundation.

Upon witnessing such a scene, the Wen Shi Sect members were greatly impressed, yet also felt a sense of trepidation.

However, seeing Liu Qinghuan walking calmly ahead, the disciples calmed down a bit and quickly found their assigned spots in the open space, setting up according to their previous preparations.

The Wenshi School's shed also used the technique of spatial expansion. From the outside, it looks like just an antique little hall, but once you go inside, the space becomes many times larger.

The main hall is spacious and bright, used to display the items the sect will be trading this time. There are also several side halls on the left and right, which are luxuriously and comfortably furnished, suitable for conversation.

Bai Xuan stood in front of the door, looked at his sect's small house, and then looked to his left and right.

On the left is a Beast Taming Sect, where various high-quality spirit pets are lined up in a row, some majestic and imposing, others cute and lively, attracting attention at a glance.

Behind them was a herd of magnificent four-winged horses that seemed to fly through the clouds and tread on snow. They were incredibly swift and their hooves seemed to fly, making one's mouth water.

The sect on the right was even more astonishing, with a moon hanging overhead, surrounded by clouds and mist, and celestial mountains and pavilions, as if it were a paradise on earth.

"All show and no substance, I don't even know what they're selling..."

Bai Xuan inwardly grumbled, feeling increasingly insecure, and whispered, "Isn't our porch too ordinary? It doesn't seem attractive enough to draw people in."

"It is a bit..." Gu Jingchen was also annoyed at this moment: "It's my first time participating and I've already suffered a loss. Who knew that a trade fair would be organized by those people in such an exaggerated and flashy way?"

Wang Mengji said, "It should be fine, right? The most important thing is what we're trading, isn't it? We've prepared rare items, so we're sure we'll have no trouble selling them!"

Bai Xuan sighed, "But even the best wine needs to be advertised!"

"What should I do?"

"How about we put some extravagant decorations at the entrance?"

"Huh, what are you doing?" "Hmm..."

The three of them looked at each other, unsure of what to do.

Gu Jingchen hesitated and said, "Doesn't the Supreme One have a phoenix? Why don't we go and borrow it, so that the phoenix can stand on the roof like that yellow dragon?"

"You're incredibly bold!" Bai Xuan exclaimed. "The Grand Venerable's phoenix has a higher cultivation level than all of us. How could it possibly be willing to act as a signboard?"

How will we know if we don't ask?

So, Liu Qinghuan, who was sitting in the back room, saw Gu Jingchen and the others walk over hesitantly, dawdling and unable to utter a complete sentence for a long time.

In the end, Bai Xuan gritted his teeth and said that he wanted to use You Xuan to save face.

Liu Qinghuan rubbed her forehead, suppressing a laugh as she looked at You Xuan, who was leaning against the railing: "Are you willing?"

Youyan's eyebrows shot up, flames flickering around him in anger, and he pointed at Gu Jingchen and the others, shouting furiously:
"You arrogant and ignorant brats, how dare you make me flaunt my charms like that earthworm! I'll beat you to death... Don't run, I'm going to burn your clothes and make you run around naked in the square!"

Gu Jingchen and the others were so frightened that they ran away with their heads in their hands.

After a minor incident, the house was built and everything was put out.

The items that Wen Shi Sect is preparing to trade this time include tens of thousands of catties of top-grade spiritual rice grown by the sect—Qingling Rice, spiritual herbs such as Huangjing, Xueshen, and Xingxuancao produced in the Shangqing Youxu Great Cave Heaven, as well as the demon cores and spiritual materials of various void demon beasts hunted by the disciples in the Zhuming Sea.

In addition, each peak in the sect also brought out some items, such as bamboo leaf wine brewed by the disciples of Bamboo Forest Mountain, spiritual tea picked by the disciples of Heavenly Star Peak, and sword blanks forged by the disciples of Moye Peak, etc.

In summary, although the products are ordinary, they are of high quality, versatile, and available in large quantities, and there is continued supply in the future.

As the sun rose and its warm rays shone on the square, all the major sects set up their stalls, and the trade fair began.

The square bustled with activity, teeming with people. The sounds of vendors hawking their wares, haggling over prices, and the roars of spirit pets mingled together, creating a deafening cacophony. But the Wen Shi Sect remained deserted and quiet, somewhat out of place amidst the surrounding liveliness.

The disciples were very anxious, wishing they could take their goods and hawk them at the door, but they felt it would be beneath the sect's dignity, so they could only clench their fists and watch helplessly as crowds thronged in front of other stalls.

Liu Qinghuan remained calm and reassured her, "It's still early; someone will come eventually."

Gradually, some passing monks were attracted by the samples displayed at the entrance, stopped to inquire, and then went inside.

The first sale involved the demon cores and spiritual materials of a Void Beast. Gu Jingchen and the purchasing cultivator from the other sect talked for the full time it takes for three incense sticks to burn before the transaction was completed.

Hundreds of demon cores of various grades were sold at a good price, which greatly encouraged everyone.

After that, a few more items were sold sporadically, and the Wenshipai hut finally started to attract some people.

Youxuan watched coldly for half a day, then looked at the yellow dragon next door swaggering around, and finally couldn't stand it anymore. She snorted coldly and actually ran to the door and transformed into her true form—

A phoenix with a wingspan of several meters and shimmering black and gold feathers stood proudly on the roof, slowly preening its feathers.

"Phoenix!"

"It looks like the phoenix that Dao Kui has..."

"Let's go take a look. Dao Kui's sect must have a lot of good stuff!"

The once ordinary porch has become a popular attraction, drawing crowds of onlookers because of the phoenix.

Liu Qinghuan sat in the back hall, and her lips twitched slightly when she saw this scene.

Anyway, the trade fair will last for three days, so there's plenty of time and no need to rush.

With things on track, Liu Qinghuan felt a little relieved. She looked up at the sky and saw that the sun was already setting in the west, dyeing the clouds in a golden-red hue. She then got up and straightened her robes.

It's time to attend that private exchange meeting that truly belongs to Mahayana practitioners.

That was the most crucial, most secretive, and most prestigious event of this trade fair.

The transactions in the outer arena are prepared for low- and middle-level cultivators of the sect, while the exchange of truly top-tier resources and top-level treasures has always been conducted only among Mahayana cultivators.

"Fu Bao, keep up!"

(End of this chapter)