While in Battle Through the Heavens, one can pre-appoint oneself as an emperor.

One lotus platform at the center of the earth, and eleven lotus seeds of earth fire.

This is what Hai Bodong gained from this trip.

"These lotus seeds are indeed a good thing. The fire-attribute energy they contain is extremely rich and pure. It wouldn't be an exaggeration to call them natural elixirs."

Teng Shan, a Dou Wang-level appraiser, made a limited-time appearance, looking at the eleven Earth Fire Lotus Seeds he had selected and speaking.

Then, he shook his head regretfully.

"Unfortunately, it's not really suitable for either of us."

Having said that, this does not diminish the value of the Earth Fire Lotus Seeds. If you cannot use them yourself, you can trade them, but the process is a little more troublesome.

Tengshan smiled with relief, took out eleven fine mutton-fat jade bottles from his storage ring, and separated all the Earth Fire Lotus Seeds.

Then, he pushed five of the jade bottles toward Chen Xiao.

"This thing is quite valuable and indeed novel, so I won't refuse. Chen Xiao, as previously agreed, we'll split it equally. This extra one can be given to Qinglin. She played a significant role tonight and deserves a share."

Qinglin was flattered and surprised to see the jade bottle pushed in front of her.

She suddenly realized that, it seemed that ever since the day she started following Chen Xiao, the people around her had shown her more respect, including the innkeeper and now Teng Shan.

They no longer acted like the mercenaries of the past, ordering him around and giving him orders at will.

Unable to make up her mind, Qinglin instinctively looked at Chen Xiao.

"Please accept Chief Tengshan's kind offer."

Chen Xiao smiled and nodded, then put away the five jade bottles in front of him.

Having received affirmation, Qinglin finally agreed.

"Thank you, young master, clan chief Tengshan, and elder Hai."

Well-behaved girls are always more endearing, and Tengshan and Haibodong both responded with smiles, showing their closeness.

After the Earth Fire Lotus Seeds were divided up, only the Lotus Platform remained.

"Chen Xiao, you can have this lotus platform too. Without your information, neither I nor Teng Shan would have gotten anything. Tonight was just a trip, and five lotus seeds are enough as a reward," Hai Bodong said.

Upon hearing this, Chen Xiao did not refuse.

His wealth had indeed increased considerably after his trip to the Monster Mountain Range, even surpassing that of the three major families in Utan City.

However, compared to the two wealthy members of the Mittel family, the gap is still vast.

"Then thank you very much, Elder Hai and Chief Tengshan. Also, there is something else I would like to ask Elder Hai. As we all know, there are spiritual and rare items of each attribute on this continent. For example, the strange fire that people of the fire attribute dream of, and the earth fire lotus seeds that we have obtained, etc. I wonder about the spiritual and rare items of the ice attribute..."

"You've come to the right person. Tengshan can answer your questions. In terms of strength, he may not be outstanding in the Jia Ma Empire, but in terms of knowledge, I may not even be able to surpass him. Let Tengshan tell you first, and if there is anything I have missed, I will add to it."

It's rare that Hai Bodong actually praised Tengshan.

The latter smiled slightly, a rare hint of smugness appearing on his face.

"Then let me tell you about it."

"There are indeed quite a few ice-attribute spiritual items and wonders. Within the Gama Empire alone, there is an Ice Spirit Cold Spring."

"This item is highly favored by alchemists and can accelerate the cultivation of ice-attribute individuals. Elder Hai used it quite a bit back then, but the more you use it, the less effective it becomes. Moreover, because too much of it was consumed back then, it is now quite rare. However, if you inquire carefully, it shouldn't be too difficult to find it. If you are interested, you can inquire at the Alchemist Guild."

"Next one, Purple Spirit Cold Qi."

"Although this substance is called cold energy, it is actually a very special kind of purple ice. If we compare it to the concept of strange fire, it can be called a kind of 'strange ice' because it has a great restraining effect on strange fire."

"However, this item is too rare. I have only read about it in ancient books and have never seen it in person."

"The third type is the cold air."

"This is also an extremely cold substance, which also has a restraining effect on strange fire. If a person with ice attribute can refine it, it can make the power of ice attribute even stronger. It is no exaggeration to say that a slight mutation has occurred."

Chen Xiao listened carefully and nodded slightly in his heart.

He had heard of both the Ice Spirit Cold Spring and the Heavenly Cold Qi.

Gu Te, the brother of Dan Wang Gu He, possessed the Ice Spirit Cold Spring.

After obtaining the Azure Lotus Earth Core Flame, Queen Medusa began preparing for her evolution, and also collected a considerable number of Ice Spirit Cold Springs.

And the weather is cold...

Han Feng, the most filial disciple of the Black Corner Region, possessed it.

When Han Feng led his men to invade the inner courtyard of Canaan Academy, he used this item to severely injure the Fallen Heart Flame, which was ranked fourteenth on the Strange Flame Ranking, thus allowing Xiao Yan to take advantage of the situation.

However, Chen Xiao had never heard of the Purple Spirit Cold Qi before.

"The fourth type is Frost Crystal."

"This is a crystal that can only condense in extremely cold places. I don't know much more about it. The ancient books only have this brief description."

"The fifth type is Ice Spirit Jade."

"This is an extremely rare ice-attribute spirit jade. However, it is not for refining. Simply wearing one will increase the cultivation speed of ice-attribute techniques. If it is embedded in a weapon, it will greatly enhance its power."

"These are the only spiritual and rare items I know of. You and Elder Hai are both ice-attribute. If you have the opportunity to go to a wider world in the future, you can keep an eye out for them."

Tengshan ended the conversation.

It is precisely because the Mittel family has the Supreme Elder Haibodong that they pay more attention to this matter.

After all, the stronger Haibodong becomes, the more confident the Mittel family will be.

Chen Xiao nodded slightly in thanks, then looked at Hai Bodong, wanting to know if the other party had anything to add.

"That's about all I know. I've never even heard of the Frost Crystal that Tengshan mentioned before."

"However, I do understand one principle: everything in the universe has its counterpart. There are so many strange flames on the Strange Flame Ranking, and there must be many lucky people on the continent who can refine them. The things they use to weaken the power of the strange flames and assist in the refining process—saying 100% is too absolute—are at least mostly good things for us ice-attribute people!"

Hai Bodong smiled slightly.

This statement is quite similar to Chen Xiao's previous conjecture.

"Has the Gama Empire never produced an ice-attribute powerhouse before?"

"No, not a single one. Apart from myself, the highest level I've reached is Dou Wang. Otherwise, I wouldn't dare to openly call myself the Ice Emperor."

The Gama Empire is still too small; even Dou Zong level experts are considered top-tier.

It's quite reasonable that Hai Bodong, at the Douhuang level, has become the strongest ice-attribute user to date.

"Just keep these things in mind. With your talent, deliberately searching for them would be putting the cart before the horse. When the time is right, you will naturally reap the rewards."

Worried that Chen Xiao might get stuck on something, Hai Bodong kindly offered a reminder.

Chen Xiao nodded slightly.

If one doesn't have preconceived notions in their mind, then it is indeed as Hai Bodong said.

However, since we can use the advance payment, we should strive to get what we need, so as not to be completely suppressed when we encounter enemies who control different flames in the future.

"Let's go, this matter is settled, it's time for us to leave."

Coming out of the underground passage, the moon was dim outside and there was still some time before dawn.

Hai Bodong glanced at the direction of Mocheng from afar and shook his head slightly.

"Young man, let's part ways here. It doesn't matter to me whether it's a day sooner or later. I'm too lazy to make another trip. That map shop may not have anything of value, but it's a place to stay. You and Qinglin can go back and move in."

Tengshan was somewhat surprised by Hai Bodong's decision, but he did not voice any objections, emphasizing complete trust.

Chen Xiao nodded slightly and clasped his hands in farewell.

Qinglin imitated her, and was very cute.

"Chen Xiao, if you ever come to the capital, remember to visit the Mittel family. Don't be shy with us."

"I will definitely go and bother you then."

Teng Shan and Hai Bodong smiled slightly, then immediately stopped, spread their fighting spirit wings, and flew away under the moonlight.

Chen Xiao watched the two until they completely disappeared from sight before turning his gaze away.