Hide in the world of gods and demons

Chapter 168 Illusion Technique

Xiao Yuan was quite hospitable. Seeing that Chen Li intended to stay, he stopped wandering around and personally led Chen Li to an inn where they settled down. The two lived next to each other, since they were traveling and could look after each other.

"Have you heard that the Artifacts Sect has a new Golden Core cultivator as its leader?"

Chen Li shook his head: "I don't know!"

Actually, he knew a little, but not much.

Xiao Yuan used a calming talisman and lowered his voice mysteriously:

"The Golden Core cultivator was invited by the Artifact Sect from the Fire Cloud Sect. He just arrived the day before yesterday. I heard he is quite old. This time, he not only came by himself, but also brought his whole family. I guess he is here to retire."

The Fire Cloud Sect is a major Nascent Soul sect located in the heart of the region.

Chen Li has long been famous.

Such places have abundant resources, but also fierce competition.

Before a Nascent Soul cultivator, even a Golden Core cultivator would probably have to keep a low profile, which is nothing compared to the glory of becoming the leader of a sect in the Wilderness West.

Moreover, with the connection to the Fire Cloud Sect, as long as they have no ambition, guard their own territory, and live their own quiet lives, it's estimated that no one will dare to mess with the Artifacts Sect in the future.

It's a really nice place to retire.

"This is actually a good thing for us, the northwest is now at peace!" Chen Li said after a moment's thought.

"Indeed, my ancestor was quite farsighted in his actions. A few days ago, Luo Shen cursed my ancestor. What does a drunken old senile man like him know? The older people get, the more unrestrained and disrespectful they become."

However, since they were already half-buried, the sect leader couldn't very well reprimand them.

The Heavenly Star Sect has two Golden Core cultivators.

It is said that the cultivation level of the Tianxing Sect leader is one level higher than that of our ancestor, and he is also younger. If we don't take advantage of the conflict between the Hongshan Sect and the Tianxing Sect to eliminate him, what will happen when the new Golden Core cultivator grows up?

This battle can be said to have laid the foundation for a century of stability for the True Sect.

Xiao Yuan was in high spirits and continued, pointing out the future: "Just watch, given the sect leader's personality, he will definitely not take more territory this time. It is estimated that one out of the four sects that border us will be eliminated, leaving only the Divine Sword Sect, the Artifact Sect, and the Red Mountain Sect."

Chen Li thought about it and nodded; it was indeed true.

In just ten years, the Zhen Huan Sect moved from a place surrounded on all sides to the Chang Sheng Domain, which is backed by the wilderness. Now, it has also defeated the Tian Xing Sect, which was showing great potential and ambition. The sect's situation has improved a lot.

"So, being a sect leader is tough too. This desolate western land is like this; it's always one of you attacking the other, and there's never a moment of peace," Xiao Yuan continued.

"I've always heard about the Fire Cloud Sect, but I wonder how far it is from here?" Chen Li asked.

If we can't buy a decent magic sword here.

He could only go to the Nascent Soul sect to take a look.

After reaching the Foundation Establishment stage, Chen Li felt the scarcity of resources here more and more.

Buying a second-tier superior magic weapon is a matter of luck, let alone a second-tier superior magic sword, which is used by even fewer people.

"I didn't know that. There are dozens of Golden Core sects in the entire Western Wilderness, and the Fire Cloud Sect is located in the heart of the region. It must be at least ten thousand miles away!" Xiao Yuan thought for a moment and said.

……

night.

Inn.

Chen Liqing counted the spirit stones in his hand.

"163 high-grade spirit stones, plus the income from drawing talismans, are enough to cover the expenses for the next fifteen years, as long as I don't squander them."

Besides, after deducting the personal items in the storage bag, the remaining second-tier magic artifacts and robes were estimated to be worth about a hundred high-grade spirit stones.

"However, given the current situation, there's no rush to sell."

He packed his things, sat cross-legged, and began his cultivation.

……

For the next few days, Chen Li basically stayed at the inn to cultivate and rarely went out.

Time flies by.

The auction is fast approaching.

This auction featured a much wider variety of items, including over ten second-tier magic weapons, two of which were of superior quality. There was also a second-tier magic sword, but unfortunately, it was only a mid-grade second-tier magic sword.

It was of the same grade as the jade sword in his hand.

It's useless to him.

In addition, there are all kinds of formations, cultivation methods, spells, and secret techniques. There are even several rare pill formulas and weapon forging methods. Of course, these are all low-level items. The high-level ones have probably been internally digested and will not be taken out.

The auction began.

Sure enough, the transaction price was much lower than before.

Especially second-order items.

Previously, second-tier mid-grade magic weapons were worth ten or more high-grade spirit stones, but now the highest price is only nine, and most are worth seven or eight, with prices nearly half lower.

However, Chen Li did not intend to bid for the goods or hoard them.

The number of foundations that can be built within a given area is limited, and the rate of growth is slow.

This market is too small.

Digestion is too slow.

Moreover, the fluctuations are intense.

Prices are expected to remain sluggish for the next few years. If any unrest occurs in the surrounding areas, prices could plummet to rock bottom, posing a significant risk.

"Second-tier, third-level spell: Illusionary Body Technique. Creates a controllable clone that is identical to oneself. The spell lasts for the duration of an incense stick. The clone is indistinguishable to the naked eye and can be used to confuse enemies, take someone's place, or scout. It has no offensive capabilities. Starting bid: fifty mid-grade spirit stones. Minimum bid increment: one mid-grade spirit stone. Any bids?"

"sixty!"

"seventy!"

……

"A top-grade spirit stone!" Chen Li called out.

This technique is truly not found in the Imperial Library; he has always been interested in this kind of life-saving technique.

"One top-grade spirit stone for the T-shaped room. Any higher quality ones? Once, twice, three times... Sold!"

Having acquired the magic technique, Chen Li had no other interests and was too lazy to stay any longer. He quietly left the auction house and waited for Xiao Yuan to return to the mountain gate at the inn.

They waited and waited, until almost noon, before Xiao Yuan finally returned.

"Fellow Daoist, have you been waiting long?" Xiao Yuan said with a smile.

Seeing his smiling face, Chen Li asked with a smile, "I've only just returned myself. Fellow Daoist, you must have had a very fruitful trip this time, right?"

"Sigh, the selling price was cheap, and the buying price was cheap too. Overall, it's a break-even situation!" Xiao Yuan stroked his beard and smiled. "You still need to be careful when you go out these days. You must not reveal your identity. There are still quite a few remnants of the Heavenly Star Sect. However, with your strength, Fellow Daoist, you don't need to worry too much."

Chen Li quickly offered a humble response.

The two chatted for a few minutes and then quickly began their journey home.

Traveling with others is troublesome.

To avoid appearing unusual.

Chen Li could only fly on a sword, just like Xiao Yuan.

His flying sword was only a mid-grade second-tier magic weapon.

The speed is not only slow.

The consumption of spiritual energy is also high.

It is far less energy-efficient than the fully upgraded Rainbow Transformation Technique.

The two flew for a while, then stopped to catch their breath. Even Xiao Yuan was affected quite a bit. The journey there took only four or five hours, but the return trip took almost a day and a night.

It was already the next morning when we returned to the mountain gate.

I spent most of the time recovering, which was really asking for trouble.

P.S.: Sorry, something unexpected happened yesterday. Also, Happy Women's Day everyone! Sigh, with three women in the family, it's too much of a yin-yang imbalance.

(End of this chapter)