I am cautiously cultivating immortals in a strange world

Chapter 2363 A Hot Commodity

The Heavenly Trial only selects the top performer, so if Lu Ming also participates, he will be in competition with him.

Chen Lin couldn't help but feel wary.

Lu Jiuxuan had participated in the trials before, so he must be familiar with Yangon City. He might even be able to enter at any time, which would allow him to know whose names are on the Heavenly Stele.

Eliminating threatening competitors in advance is standard practice.

But there is another possibility.

That is to win over those ranked lower on the Heavenly Stele, thereby strengthening their own power in the trial. After all, those ranked lower can't get first place anyway, and becoming a supporting character might save their lives.

Lu Jiuxuan himself is an example; anyone would believe he has a way to save their life.

I pondered for a while.

Chen Lin stopped thinking about it.

There's no use thinking about this now; we can only take it one step at a time.

The group discussed it for a while.

Then Chen Lin put Hongchen and the little white snake into the Jade Pendant of the Cave Heaven, and asked Xinya to guard the shop. He then took Puda and his sister to the market to find out the situation and see if they could collect some supplies.

"Would it be convenient for Fellow Daoist Lin to have a chat?"

I hadn't gone far from the shop when a figure appeared in front of me.

Chen Lin stopped.

Looking at the other party, he saw a middle-aged man wearing a blue robe with a weathered face. His magical power was extremely strong, reaching the level of a quasi-ruler.

He recalled for a moment.

He chuckled and said, "You must be Fellow Daoist Fang Jingwang from Panlong Island?"

This person was one of the people who recruited him on the tribulation platform. It seems they were really eager to recruit him, as they even blocked the shop entrance.

"Fellow Daoist, you have a good memory."

Fang Jingwang clasped his hands in a fist salute.

Then, glancing around, he said, "This place isn't suitable for a detailed discussion. How about we go somewhere else?"

"Then let's go to my shop."

After pondering for a moment, Chen Lin did not refuse.

Fang Jingwang chuckled dryly, "Let's forget about the shop. There are quite a few people eyeing Fellow Daoist Lin right now. Let's go to the market and find a quiet place to talk."

"can."

Chen Lin nodded.

The market was deserted at this time, with most shops closed. After wandering around for a while, we finally found an open tavern and asked for a private room to sit opposite each other.

"Fellow Daoist Fang, please speak."

Without wasting time, Chen Lin spoke directly.

Fang Jingwang paused for a moment, then bowed to Chen Linshen.

"I would like to invite Fellow Daoist Lin to join my family and become a respected member of our clan. What do you think, Fellow Daoist Lin?"

Chen Lin was speechless.

Unexpectedly, he became a hot commodity, with various forces vying to recruit him.

pity.

They weren't after him as a person, but rather Xing Jun's methods; they just wanted to use him as a henchman.

What conditions can the nobles offer?

Chen Lin asked calmly.

It's unlikely he'll agree to the offer. While offerings are a matter of personal choice, there's still a task to be completed. No one will offer you anything for free, and taking on too many would be overwhelming.

But he wanted to see what price he was worth in the other person's eyes.

"Our clan can provide you with a Rune Spirit, a Formless Selfless Pill, and one hundred Mottled Crystals."

"in addition."

“There is an ancient tree on Panlong Island, where my clan resides. It is a creation of heaven and earth and can move the power of the primordial. If you can take me back to Panlong Island and retrieve this tree, I will allow you to cultivate with it for a hundred years.”

"With this century of assistance, your chances of advancing to the Sovereign level will increase by 30%!"

"Fellow Daoist Fang is indeed sincere."

Chen Lin nodded slightly.

He then added, "But I have already joined the ranks of the Wandering King. If I agree to your request again, it might displease him, unless you can persuade him and get his consent."

"The King of Debauchery?"

Fang Jingwang looked completely bewildered.

He had only been in Kashima for a short time and had never heard of the name.

"hehe."

Chen Lin stood up with a smile.

"Fellow Daoist will soon find out. In short, he is a formidable figure, one I cannot afford to offend, and I can only disappoint your kindness."

After saying that, he left with Puda and his sister.

He inwardly complained. The reward offered was less generous than what Lu Ming could casually offer, and the most valuable item was the so-called primordial ancient wood, yet he had to retrieve it himself.

They just wanted to get his combat power for free so they could send him to Panlong Island to retrieve the treasure.

However, this also shows that Lu Ming truly deserves his status as a top-tier rich second-generation. The things he casually takes out are already considered heaven-defying treasures in the eyes of ordinary cultivators.

We still need to play along and try to get as many benefits as possible.

"Fellow Daoist Lin, please wait."

Fang Jingwang hurriedly chased after him.

He gritted his teeth.

He transmitted his voice, saying, "If you can help me return to the island and rescue my people, I am willing to give you this ancient wood!"

Chen Lin did not respond.

The other party had previously mentioned that Panlong Island was in the Northern Region, where strange creatures now roam freely. Even if he possessed the methods of a tyrant, he would not risk his life for a treasure.

Besides, there's no time.

The Northern Region is extremely far from here. Even the closest place would take decades to reach if one used the Azure Shuttle to fly at full speed.

I left the tavern.

Chen Lin searched for shops that were open.

Those who still open their doors at this time are all people who want to take risks and make huge profits. The prices are much higher than usual, but the treasures they sell are also not bad.

I went around in circles.

He did indeed acquire some good items, especially a Primordial Spirit Pearl that could upgrade the level of a Cave Heaven Treasure, which delighted him greatly.

The Jade Pendant Cave is no longer sufficient.

The level is too low; powerful experts can even sense what's inside through the jade pendant, and those with special talents can enter without signing a contract.

This made him afraid to put valuables inside.

There is a risk of theft from a distance.

There is also a pond.

The area is too small, and the unique energy formed is also limited, making it impossible to cultivate too many spiritual plants, which is very detrimental to his alchemy.

"Fellow Daoist, would you mind having a chat?"

Just as Chen Lin was about to return to the shop to refine the Innate Spirit Pearl into the Jade Pendant Cave, he was blocked by an unfamiliar old man.

"Let's talk here, I'm in a hurry."

He responded casually.

Now that he has the identity of Xing Jun, he is a rare commodity, and with Langdang Mountain as his backer, he is not unwilling to accept missions as long as they offer something that can tempt him.

"I would like to ask you to protect someone."

The old man made a request that surprised Chen Lin.

"Who is this person? How long do we need to protect them? What's the compensation?"

Chen Lin asked quickly.

“Protect my grandson until the crisis is over, and the reward is a ‘first bird to stick its neck out’ talisman.”

The old man also answered telepathically.

This reward stirred something within Chen Lin.

After arriving at Star Ruins, he learned that the First Bird Talisman was the most famous substitute treasure, and its level was top-notch, capable of withstanding even the rule attacks of a Dominator.

But it is also very rare.

He had always wanted to buy it, but he hadn't been able to.

The treasure trove of the Azure Peak Heavenly Palace does have it, but it requires a full thousand contribution points.

The exchange price alone is enough to determine the talisman's value. Things that can save your life are the most expensive, and no one who has them would easily sell them.

"Only one talisman? That's not enough."

Chen Lin hesitated.

Then he asked, "How old is your grandson? What is his cultivation level? Which faction do you belong to?"

The old man's face darkened.

"Fellow Daoist, my name is Tang Shenggu. I used to cultivate in Wanli River. After hearing that strange creatures were appearing, I led my clan to flee. As a result, we met with misfortune. Some died and some were injured. In the end, only my grandfather and I survived."

“I was also seriously injured and knew I was going to die soon, so I wanted to find a way for my grandson to survive.”

He is only eighteen years old.

"His cultivation has just entered the mid-stage of the Dharma Source realm. It would be a real pity for him to die like this. My Tang family does not want to lose its lineage. As the sir is the Punishment Lord, he will definitely survive. I feel at ease entrusting him to you."

Chen Lin pondered for a moment.

"Take your grandson to my shop later, but one talisman won't be enough; you'll need to add some extra payment."

"in addition."

"I won't sign a contract."

After saying that, he took Puda and his sister and flew away.