Wild Dogs

That's quite a boast.

Having spent a long time at Qingyun Temple, Yang Fan has gained a good understanding of many things.

The secrets of heaven are said to be unpredictable. Since this pavilion dares to claim to be a secret of heaven, it must have something extraordinary about it.

With this in mind, Yang Fan entered the Heavenly Mystery Pavilion.

Just as he expected, Yang Fan found that the scale of the place was much larger than he had imagined as soon as he walked in.

Behind the tall counter, several shop assistants were enthusiastically introducing various items to the customers.

Looking around, behind the counter are rows of jade shelves, each with a small compartment containing a jade box.

These jade boxes vary in size, but they are all protected by light shields.

It was clear that it contained all sorts of treasures.

Yang Fan examined the items in the hands of the men.

"Talismans, elixirs, weapons... and medicinal herbs."

Yang Fan's eyes lit up when he saw the medicinal herbs in the hands of the men.

Since they sell medicinal herbs here, they might also buy medicinal herbs.

"What does this young master desire?"

Just as Yang Fan was looking around, a pretty and charming maid with a sweet smile walked over.

"What would this guest like? Our Tianji Pavilion will do its utmost to prepare it for you."

As she spoke, the maid deliberately puffed out her chest, revealing a sudden surge of curves.

Yang Fan coughed lightly and looked away.

"I'd like to buy some talismans and elixirs."

"In addition, I have some materials that I want to sell."

Want to sell materials?

"There are quite a few talismans and pills on the first floor. Which kind would you like, sir?"

"If you wish to sell materials, I wonder what kind of materials you would like to sell, young master? If they are ordinary materials, I can make the decision."

"Is that so?"

Yang Fan was delighted and tentatively took out a medicinal herb that was several hundred years old from his storage bag.

"I can't make that decision regarding medicinal herbs that are over a hundred years old. Please follow me, sir!"

Upon seeing that Yang Fan had actually produced medicinal herbs that were over a hundred years old, the maid's expression changed, and her attitude towards Yang Fan immediately changed.

Yang Fan followed behind the other person and walked towards the second floor. As they walked, the maid introduced the place to Yang Fan.

"Guest, all of our important transactions take place on the second floor. Someone will be there to receive you then."

Soon Yang Fan followed the maid to the second floor.

There are more than a dozen secret rooms on the second floor of Tianji Pavilion, each with a restriction on its exterior.

At that moment, a monk walked out of one of the secret chambers.

This person was wearing a mask like Yang Fan, so his expression couldn't be seen, but judging from the way he walked, he must have gained a lot.

"This way, please!"

The maid led Yang Fan to a secret room.

"Master Shi, a customer wants to trade medicinal herbs."

As soon as he finished speaking, the door to the secret room opened, and an elderly man with white hair and beard walked out of the room.

"Trading medicinal herbs? Buying or selling?"

The old man sized up Yang Fan.

Although Yang Fan was wearing a mask, he looked like a young man, so I underestimated him a little.

After all, how many nice things can a young person buy?

"I have a batch of resources I'd like to sell, but I'm wondering if the Heavenly Secrets Pavilion can handle them?"

Knowing he couldn't show weakness, Yang Fan took a step forward.

Upon hearing this, the old man was taken aback, then looked Yang Fan over carefully, his face full of smiles.

"Then please come in and have a chat."

As he spoke, he gave the maid a wink.

"Prepare some tea. I want to have a good talk with this distinguished guest."

Upon hearing this, the maid withdrew, and the old man named Shi Lao gestured for Yang Fan to follow.

Yang Fan exchanged a few polite words with the other party before bowing and entering.

The furnishings in the secret room were very simple, with only a stone table and two stone chairs.

The two sat facing each other, and the old man was already quite impatient.

"Sir, there's no need to keep me in suspense any longer. Let me see how the materials are."

Yang Fan waved his hand, and several medicinal herbs immediately flew out.

These medicinal herbs were all selected by him from the alchemy hall.

Although these medicinal herbs were all from good years ago, their medicinal properties have been lost, making them unsuitable for alchemy.

Fortunately, the quality improved significantly after being placed in the small cauldron.

"Oh, all of these are medicinal herbs that are over a hundred years old. What a skillful touch."

After examining the medicinal herbs for a few moments, Old Shi was quite satisfied.

"I'll take all of these medicinal herbs, five spirit stones for each one!"

Five spirit stones?

Yang Fan frowned upon hearing the price.

To be honest, this price is really too low.

The same quality medicinal herbs would cost at least ten spirit stones at those stalls outside.

This person is incredibly good at haggling.

"Tianji Pavilion is far too insincere. I was thinking of bringing out other items if the price was good, but now it seems unnecessary."

As he spoke, Yang Fan went to get the medicinal herbs.

"Wait a moment, sir!"

Upon hearing that Yang Fan had something else, Elder Shi hurriedly pressed down on the medicinal herbs.

"I apologize for my abruptness. How about this: these medicinal herbs will cost fifty spirit stones in total?"

"The guests can also bring out other materials; if they are good, we can discuss it further."

Yang Fan then pretended to be angry and sat down again.

Fifty spirit stones, the price is acceptable.

"I have some magic swords here; it's up to you whether you want them or not."

Yang Fan placed three magic swords on the stone table.

These magical swords were all transformed from discarded swords into treasures by him using a small cauldron, and their quality is quite good.

Yang Fan kept one for self-defense and offered the rest for trade.

"Excellent, truly excellent!"

Upon seeing these magic swords, the old man's eyes lit up.

Although these magic swords are just ordinary magic weapons, they are very well made and there are almost no flaws.

Placing it in the Tianji Pavilion here would be quite fitting.

"The three magic swords, plus these medicinal herbs, will cost a total of one hundred spirit stones."

Old Shi gave a price.

"My price is actually very fair. As you know, although these are century-old medicinal herbs, they are actually quite ordinary."

"They only have magic swords, and most of the buyers are Qi Refining stage disciples, who are also dirt poor."

After thinking for a moment, Yang Fan nodded.

"Sure, but I need a few more things. If you're willing to give me a discount, I can provide more magic swords and medicinal herbs in the future."

"Sure, sure. What kind of product do you need?"

"I need something for self-defense and to deal with enemies."

Yang Fan spoke impatiently, saying that what he lacked now was a means to save his life.

Otherwise, he had no confidence to go see the old Daoist Beiming.

"For self-defense? Then you might want to take a look at the Golden Light Talisman."

As the old man spoke, he expertly rummaged through his storage bag and pulled out a jade box containing two gleaming golden talismans.

"This talisman is called the Golden Shield Talisman. When you stick it on your body, it will activate instantly in the event of an enemy attack, forming a light shield to block the blow for you."

"It is effective for those below the seventh level of Qi Refining, and even for those above the seventh level of Qi Refining, it can reduce the power by 90%."

"Of course, it won't be of much use to a Foundation Establishment expert."

Yang Fan's eyes lit up, and he picked up the talisman and glanced at it.

"Besides defensive items, are there any other items for dealing with enemies?"

"Of course!"

Old Shi took out another jade box from his storage bag and handed it to Yang Fan.

"A high-grade explosive talisman is a sure kill to those below the fifth level of Qi Refining, and can also severely injure those below the seventh level of Qi Refining."

The jade box contained five high-grade explosive talismans.

"I'll take all of these. How many spirit stones do they cost in total?"

Old Shi smiled and glanced at Yang Fan.

"Exactly one hundred spirit stones, no more, no less..."

Seeing the suspicion in Yang Fan's eyes, the old man hurriedly explained.

"Please don't misunderstand, guest. Each of these top-grade explosive talismans costs ten spirit stones, and each of those two golden shield talismans costs thirty spirit stones."

"Because this is the first transaction, we gave the customer a discount of ten spirit stones."

Yang Fan took a deep breath.

The old Taoist priest must have taken the opportunity to raise the price, but he really needs these things right now.

"Okay, I'll take everything!"

Yang Fan silently put these things away and pushed the medicinal herbs and magic sword over.

The transaction is now complete.

After the old man finished packing his things, Yang Fan lowered his voice.

"I'd like to ask if the Heavenly Mystery Pavilion has any elixirs that can eliminate the Gu worms?"

A pill to remove the Gu worms?

The old man paused for a moment, thought for a while, and then shook his head slightly.

"The pills that can kill the Gu worms will also cause immeasurable damage to the cultivator's body, so we don't have those kinds of pills here, but..."

Just as Yang Fan was feeling disappointed, the old man looked at him.

"I have something here that can kill the Gu worms."

Yang Fan was immediately invigorated.

"What is it?"

The old man chuckled and tapped a small bell next to the secret room.

Not long after, the same maid from before entered the secret room.

"Elder Shi, what are your orders?"

"Go and bring me that flying needle talisman."