Gou Zai Xian Men Dang Void Workshop Master

Chen He refined a lot of thunderbolts, which he gave to Chen Miao specifically for self-defense.

Even if Chen Miao doesn't leave the cave, the necessary preparations still need to be made; this is for a sense of security.

Chen Miao did feel very at ease and accepted whatever her brother gave her without complaint.

She spent her days in the cave very fulfilling, and in her spare time she would look at the jade tablet.

He read the common knowledge in the jade tablet, looked at some publicly available information, and even chatted with Fairy Lin.

Lin Hongye knew that the person she was chatting with was Chen Miao, and she also knew that Chen Miao had taken the Foundation Building Pill.

Not only did he not show any impatience, but he also chatted with Chen Miao whenever he had free time, leaving Chen He aside and not even discussing the transaction.

Fairy Lin was also quite bored; she had to guard the spirit field and, it was said, take care of third-tier spirit plants.

This is to earn merit points, to cultivate, and to test the master.

She dared not delay for even a moment, guarding it with utmost care, which inevitably made it tedious.

Chatting with Xiao Chenmiao would also be a good option for her.

Chen He wasn't angry; he was happy to see Chen Miao become friends with Fairy Lin.

Chen Miao couldn't cultivate, so he spent every day in his cave, feeling lonely even though his days were fulfilling.

Chatting with Fairy Lin is a good way to pass the time, and Chen Miao knows what to say.

With Fairy Lin by his side, Chen He was able to continue his seclusion as usual, and occasionally he would also enter the market.

The market has seen an increase of 36 stalls, which is a significant change.

The number of transactions increased significantly, with all thirty-five stalls backed by sects.

Even if the resources at the stall are of good quality, it's unlikely they'll sell counterfeit or inferior goods, so their reputation is still very strong.

Fixed stalls are like that; they value reputation and credibility highly because their stalls are always there, unlike private stalls.

Private stalls are not protected, making it easy to buy counterfeit goods. After ripping people off, they can simply change their appearance and continue selling.

It is precisely because of these private stalls that the fixed stalls have become even more precious, and sects have begun to invest resources in their operation.

It can be said that, to date, these 108 stalls have become the foundation of the market, including Chen He's stall.

After all, he can also represent a force, whether it's the market itself or the Lingxiao Immortal Sect, the resources are still very abundant.

However, he simply set up his stall automatically, occasionally restocked, and did not communicate or trade with other stall owners, which made him seem a bit out of place.

In any case, 108 forces from different regions were bound to the market.

This is equivalent to having 108 stable sources of goods, with resources from all sides pouring in.

Not only did the monks in the market benefit, but the market itself also benefited.

The monthly income from spirit stones alone is quite substantial, and things are even more booming for Madam Hong.

There are many valuable items in the cultivation world that need to be sent to Lady Hong for appraisal.

The appraisal fee can be quite high.

Many cultivators are willing to take a gamble; if they are unsure, they will send their artifacts for appraisal.

If it is a hidden cultivation technique or spell, once it is identified, it will be automatically recorded by the Scripture Pavilion, which is equivalent to supplying the Scripture Pavilion with new materials.

As for other good things, Madam Red will buy them as long as the cultivators are willing to sell.

Over time, many good things ended up in the market warehouses.

The key is that Lady Red not only uses spirit stones to buy things, but also supports barter, which is why many cultivators choose to trade.

Moreover, trading with Lady Red is relatively fair and you don't have to worry about being cheated.

Private transactions are unpredictable, but the marketplace is absolutely safe; you can't make a move there.

If you are really scammed, it will be very difficult to get your money back.

This sense of security in transactions is something that other forces or stalls cannot provide.

……

While teaching Chen Miao, Chen He did not forget to contact his family.

Chen Miao's sudden departure caused a little chaos at home, but fortunately she left a letter.

After Chen He's fairy bird brought the news back, his parents were finally relieved.

With Chen Miao gone from home, the parents focused on taking care of Xiao Bao, and things weren't too bad.

It was only three months after Chen Miao left that his mother arranged for his father to take a concubine.

Moreover, three were accepted at once; one was arranged by the clan elders.

One was arranged by my mother.

The other one was chosen by my dad.

My mother made it very clear in her letter.

Knowing full well that he couldn't stop him, especially since his father was full of energy after taking the Foundation Establishment Pill, he thought it better to take a concubine.

Taking a concubine would also put her father and the clan elders at ease, as she didn't believe that changing women could produce offspring with spiritual roots.

My mother is very insightful and clear-headed; she's raising Xiaobao alone.

Let Dad do whatever he wants. Once he figures things out, he'll naturally settle down.

Chen He did not reply.

Chen Miao didn't either. She hugged her brother and cried for a while before composing herself.

It was only a matter of time before her father took a concubine; she was crying for her mother, and also for herself.

From that day on, Chen Miao cherished every moment of every day and worked hard to study and cultivate herself.

Practice boxing every day, striving to become so familiar with it that it's ingrained in your bones and becomes second nature.

Practice your spells every day, striving to do your best so that you can release them with a mere thought.

Learn about spiritual plants from Lin Hongye, and ask questions directly if you don't understand something.

Chen He watched her try her best but didn't interfere, because this was the only thing Chen Miao could do, and interfering would cause her to break down.

Inspired by his younger sister, Chen He also diligently cultivated, spending most of his time refining pills or crafting weapons.

Improving one's cultivation level is not that easy.

He has only established two energy channels and needs to use his magic power to become familiar with them before gradually increasing the number of energy channels. This stage cannot be rushed.

……

This is the fifth month since Chen Miao came to the cave.

Neither Liu He nor Pei Yu emerged from seclusion.

Lin Hongye didn't dare leave Wulao Peak yet, so she introduced people from the Spirit Plant Master Alliance.

They are not plant masters from Five Elements Mountain, but from Beast Spirit Mountain, one of the outer sect peaks.

She represented the Spirit Plant Masters Alliance in the transaction with Chen He to avoid wasting time.

"Shen Luoyu from Beast Spirit Mountain greets Fellow Daoist Chen." Fairy Shen paid a visit.

"You're too kind, fairy! Please come in!" Chen He hurriedly invited her, and had his younger sister bring over some spiritual tea.

Shen Luoyu didn't stand on ceremony and sat down directly, then nodded to Chen Miao.

She was tall and slender, with a heroic air about her, similar to Fairy Pei, but less sharp and more aloof.

A sip of Yunwu tea left Shen Luoyu quite satisfied, and she finished it in two gulps before getting down to business.

"Entrusted by Fairy Red Leaf, I am making this transaction on behalf of the Spirit Plant Masters Alliance with Fellow Daoist Chen."

Shen Luoyu asked seriously, "What are the specific rules? Could you please explain in detail?"

"Of course," Chen He nodded. "My purchase price is 10% lower than the market price, and goods can be traded using spirit stones and other resources."

"Specifically?" Shen Luoyu frowned. "Isn't there a specific list?"

"There's no list," Chen He said calmly. "Or you could entrust me to sell them at the market; I'd only earn the commission."

"Hongye didn't make things clear before we came," Shen Luoyu raised an eyebrow. "Can we continue to discuss the price?"

"This isn't the first time I've done business with Fairy Lin or Fairy Pei," Chen He said calmly. "Perhaps we could contact Fairy Lin? Or perhaps we could continue the discussions once we're fully prepared?"

"No need for that," Shen Luoyu glanced at him, then casually took out a few storage bags. "Let's trade spirit stones first."

Chen He nodded slightly, unconcerned about her attitude, took out the items from his storage bag, and then evaluated them in front of her.

The main products are second-tier spiritual plants and herbs, with a small number of first-tier spiritual plants and herbs mixed in.

Chen He evaluated each storage bag and gave an accurate count of spirit stones.

Shen Luoyu did not agree on the spot, but instead took out the jade tablet and contacted someone.

If the other party accepts the price offered by Chen He, the transaction can proceed. Chen He takes the spiritual plants from the storage bag and puts the spirit stones inside.

If she didn't accept it, Shen Luoyu took the storage bag without any hesitation, quite decisively, and Chen He wasn't angry.

Free trade, fair dealing for all ages!