Please be my partner.

When Mellen returned to the Golden Jade Immortal Sect, he received a message from the Treasure Pavilion saying that after receiving Mellen's message, Yu Linglong immediately dropped everything and rushed back without stopping. She was now waiting for Mellen's summons.

Regardless of whether there was any exaggeration involved, Murren was quite satisfied with the Treasure Pavilion's attitude, and given Murren's current status and position, he certainly deserved such attention.

Soon, Mellen met Yu Linglong in the Treasure Pavilion. Before she spoke, she smiled and gracefully displayed her charm to the fullest: "Congratulations, Senior Brother Mei, on becoming a true disciple of the Golden Jade Immortal Sect. May your immortal path prosper and your immortal blessings last forever."

Mellen smiled and agreed. After a few pleasantries, he got straight to the point: "The reason I invited Pavilion Master Yu here is that I hope he can help introduce me to the Qingqiu Immortal Fox Clan."

Chapter 693 Treasure City

Upon hearing Mellen's request, Yu Linglong smiled without any surprise and said, "This is not a problem. In fact, before Senior Brother Mellen went to the Outer Heaven for training, I had already sounded out the Ancestor's opinion, and the Ancestor did not refuse."

"but……"

Mellen blinked, then asked in confusion, "But?"

Yu Linglong said with a smile, "However, it's a bit too formal to keep calling me Pavilion Master Yu. I only help people I know. If you call me Sister Linglong, I'll help you."

Mellen's lips twitched. He vaguely remembered that the last time he met Yu Linglong, she had told him to call her "Sister Linglong." But this time, she immediately addressed him as "Senior Brother Mei" and even changed her self-reference to "Sister Linglong." This was really...

However, Mellen wasn't one to be pretentious. He knew that Yu Linglong was trying to bring the two of them closer, so he said, "Then I'll trouble you, Linglong."

Yu Linglong blushed, feigning shyness, and hesitated for a moment before returning to normal.

Without further ado, the two set off immediately.

Qingqiu is quite famous in the immortal realm, but not many people actually know its exact location.

Mellen and Yu Linglong used the Treasure Pavilion's teleportation array to directly arrive at... Purple Cloud Heaven, one of the Thirty-Three Heavens.

Unlike Yuheng Heaven, which is suppressed by the Golden Jade Immortal Sect and where humans hold absolute dominance, Ziyun Heaven is a place where humans and demons are mixed together, and alien races are everywhere, filled with chaos and slaughter.

The Purple Cloud Heaven is dominated by cities, clans, and chambers of commerce, with each power having its own territory.

Treasure Pavilion is a powerful force in Ziyun Heaven and has cooperative relationships with many other forces. This is related to Treasure Pavilion's philosophy of doing things, which is... harmony brings wealth.

Yu Linglong and her lineage represent the Qingqiu Immortal Fox Clan.

Mellen and Yu Linglong were teleported directly to the headquarters of the Treasure Pavilion in Ziyuntian... Jubao City.

Of course, to be honest, there is more than just Treasure Pavilion in Treasure City. It can be said to be a merchant alliance of the entire immortal realm. Treasure Pavilion is just one of them. There are five other merchants of equal renown, as well as a number of large and small merchant guilds and shops on the next level.

Jubao City is a bustling city suspended above the purple clouds. From a distance, it looks like the most dazzling pearl in the galaxy. The city's buildings are arranged in a well-organized manner, and the glazed tiles shimmer with rainbow-like light under the sunlight, exuding an aura of opulence.

Stepping out of the enormous teleportation plaza, the first thing you see is the magnificent golden city gate, guarded by towering golden-armored warriors. These are all mechanical creations, each representing a vast fortune.

The most eye-catching sight in front of the city gate is a huge three-legged golden toad statue. Its back has the Big Dipper, its mouth holds two strings of copper coins, and its head has the Tai Chi symbol. It can spit out countless gold and silver treasures.

Looking at the three-legged golden toad, Mellen felt quite novel. You see, all the immortal sects he had seen in the immortal realm were ethereal and otherworldly. This kind of 'common' sect was truly unique.

However, Mellen could also vaguely sense that this three-legged toad was not just a simple statue.

Upon entering the city, one can immediately feel the bustling yet orderly atmosphere of the market. Vendors hawk their wares of rare and precious treasures from all corners of the world, from glittering gems to ethereal herbs, each item appearing exceptionally valuable.

The glass lanterns hanging high above the street emitted a soft glow, illuminating the faces of the endless stream of immortals. Some were intently selecting treasures, while others were whispering with their companions, their expressions filled with admiration for the treasures and anticipation for the transaction.

bustling!

Moreover, it wasn't just ordinary prosperity; Mellen could clearly sense a vibrant atmosphere, like the city lights of countless homes lit up at night.

Mellen's expression turned solemn, realizing that there might be some special power involved.

Suddenly, Mellen seemed to realize something. Through the huge golden gate, he could still vaguely see the giant three-legged toad. In a daze, he seemed to see countless faint golden streams rising from the Treasure City and converging towards the three-legged toad.

"Senior Brother Mei? What's wrong?" Yu Linglong's puzzled voice woke Mei Lun.

Mellen shook his head and said, "It's nothing. I was just a little distracted because it was the first time I'd seen such a bustling city."

Yu Linglong smiled. Although she didn't believe Mellen's words, she didn't expose him and continued to lead Mellen forward.

Treasure City was quite large, but both Mellen and Yu Linglong had achieved considerable success in their cultivation. Without violating the city's rules, they flew through the air and arrived at their destination in no time.

This is a shop called Cuiyufang. It looks quite elegant from the outside, but you can tell from its location that the owner behind it is no ordinary person.

Upon entering the Jade Pavilion, Yu Linglong felt as if she were back home, leading Melon upstairs. Along the way, the shop assistants and managers all addressed Yu Linglong as "Miss."

As Mellen casually glanced around, he noticed that most of the items being sold here were jade, but the vast majority of the jade had its energy contained within, and Mellen couldn't discern anything about them for the time being.

The first three floors were for buying and selling, and it was clear that the jade was more precious with each floor. The fourth floor was where the stewards and servants lived, but the two went straight to the fifth floor, where the environment was more elegant and tranquil, giving a sense of peace amidst the hustle and bustle.

In the fifth floor, there is a huge screen directly in front. Through the screen, you can see a graceful figure lying on her side. Just seeing this faint shadow is enough to evoke adjectives such as charming, graceful, and still alluring.

Yu Linglong cheered and said with a grin, "Ancestor, I'm here!"

The figure gave a soft "hmm," her voice slightly hoarse, full of maturity, intellect, charm, and a hint of... seduction: "This must be my young friend Mei Lun, a distinguished disciple of the Golden Jade Immortal Sect, right? I've heard a great deal about you. You're a guest from afar, but I'm a little inconvenient and hope you'll forgive me for not being able to entertain you properly."

As the saying goes, one doesn't hit a smiling face, especially since the other party is a senior. Naturally, Mellen didn't mind. He bowed slightly and said, "Senior Yu, I apologize for your unauthorized visit."

On the way here, Mellen had already asked Yu Linglong about it. The person she was visiting was an ancestor of her family, who also had the surname Yu and was named Yu Caicai.

Yu Caicai said, "I have already heard about what you want from Xiao Linglong. You want the supernatural powers and secret techniques of my Qingqiu Immortal Fox Clan, but I'm afraid you don't want to use them yourself, do you?"

Mellen nodded and said, "Senior Yu is right. I have a companion who has some connection with Qingqiu. The reason I seek the Qingqiu Immortal Fox's divine power is also for it."

Yu Caicai, who was behind the screen, paused for a moment before saying, "May I summon it?"

Without hesitation, Mellen summoned Little Glass.

As soon as the little fox appeared, Yu Linglong's eyes lit up. Although she also had the blood of the Qingqiu Immortal Fox Clan, it was too diluted. She couldn't even become a half-demon, let alone transform into a fox.

Yu Caicai nodded slightly and said, "I see."

After a pause, Yu Caicai said again, "I understand why you came, but going through my connections might not actually be a good thing for you."

Mellen asked, "Senior Yu, please enlighten me."

Yu Caicai said, "It's not complicated. First of all, although I know the supernatural powers of the Qingqiu Immortal Fox Clan, there are limitations to them. I cannot teach them to other clans without permission."

"It's both difficult and easy for your little fox to learn our clan's supernatural powers. All you need to do is join Qingqiu."

Mellen fell into thought, but did not interrupt, instead waiting for what was to come.

Yu Caicai continued, "It is naturally extremely difficult for other clans to join Qingqiu, but your little fox has a trace of Qingqiu bloodline, which makes things much simpler. Even so, you still need to complete some tests."

"Given my status, I naturally have the ability to recommend, but due to some impulsive actions in my youth, I almost completely severed ties with Qingqiu back then. Although in recent years, as my strength and influence have increased, relations between the two sides have eased somewhat, and Qingqiu has accepted me back, but..."

"If I were to recommend this little fox to join Qingqiu, my former enemies, as well as those who dislike me, would obstruct me, either openly or covertly."

"In reality, although they won't refuse due to the rules, the challenges they present will be extremely difficult, and it's quite possible that they'll even be deliberately making things difficult for each other."

Upon hearing this, Mellen felt a headache coming on. He knew this matter would be difficult to handle, but he hadn't expected the difficulty to be here.

However, when Mellen first asked Yu Linglong to teach him the supernatural powers of the Qingqiu Immortal Fox Clan, the latter refused without hesitation (Chapter 621). But now there has finally been a turning point, and Mellen naturally understands the difference.

After thinking for a moment, Mellen got straight to the point: "Senior Yu, I don't actually want to get involved in Qingqiu's internal affairs. Is there a simpler way? I can pay the corresponding price."

Yu Caicai chuckled and said, "Of course there are. I don't only have enemies in Qingqiu, but I also have many friends. As long as they recommend me, I won't be under pressure from my side. With your abilities, you should be able to join Qingqiu with ease."

"As for the cost, you're Xiaolinglong's friend, so let's not talk about it."

The ease with which the matter was resolved aroused a hint of doubt in Mellen's heart. Therefore, he did not rush to agree, but pondered for a moment before asking, "May I ask, Senior Yu, what are the differences between these two recommendations?"

Yu Caicai smiled and said, "Of course there is... Doesn't your Golden Jade Immortal Sect also have inner and outer sects? Qingqiu is the same. People of different statuses who are recommended to join Qingqiu will have different starting points."

Mellen's lips twitched, and he asked, "Then, supernatural powers..."

Yu Caicai said with a smile, "Don't worry, Qingqiu has its own path to advancement. By joining Qingqiu through the recommendation of others, with your little fox's talent, it may only take a few hundred years to enter the core level."

At this point, Yu Caicai's meaning was quite clear. Mei Lun took a deep breath and said solemnly, "Senior Yu, I would like to trouble you to personally recommend Liuli to join Qingqiu."

"Oh?" Yu Caicai's tone was teasing: "Following my path, aren't you afraid of increasing the difficulty?"

Mellen said solemnly, "If those people dare to disrespect you, I will definitely teach them a lesson on your behalf!"

Yu Caicai said with amusement, "That's really interesting, but with your abilities, you certainly have the right to say these things."

"In that case, you'd better get ready. Come with me to Qingqiu in three days. I'm really looking forward to your performance."

"Little Linglong, why don't you take your friend Mellen around Jubao City these next few days? Oh, by the way, there seems to be an auction at Fuyun Pavilion tomorrow night. If you're interested, you might want to check it out."

Fortune Pavilion, similar to Treasure Pavilion, is one of the six major forces in Treasure City, with its shops spanning several heavens in the Immortal Realm.

Mellen still remembers the last time he attended an auction, which dates back to the Demon Realm of the Starry Universe. Back then, he was just a newbie who had only recently embarked on the path of the extraordinary. That auction left a deep impression on him, though of course, it was also a terrible memory of being penniless.

Even after Mellen became wealthy, he never had the chance to attend the auctions in the Myriad Realms City (a trading city built by the Chamber of Commerce Alliance in the Demon Realm).

This time, Mellen not only received a large reward from the Golden Jade Immortal Sect, but also the flowing wealth from the Ten Thousand Mountains. He was quite wealthy and confident, so he could go to the auction and see if there were any suitable treasures.

After bidding farewell to Yu Caicai, Mellen did not rush to leave the Jade Pavilion, but wanted to stay and look around.

Yu Linglong readily agreed. She was quite familiar with the place, so she didn't need any introductions from the shop assistants; she could talk endlessly about all the products there.

After listening for a while, Mellen understood that the Jade Pavilion was indeed mainly engaged in the jade business, but the extent of the jade business here was beyond Mellen's imagination.

Needless to say, there are precious raw stones, and all kinds of jade talismans and jade artifacts are also on display. Most importantly, they offer customization services, which can refine jade into magic tools, magic treasures, spiritual treasures, array plates and so on according to customer needs.

The third layer contained quite a few fine treasures, but they were of little use to Mellen. However, the raw jade stones were somewhat interesting, and many of them could be used directly as food for the demon race. Mellen bought some of them to give the dogs a change of pace.

After leaving the Jade Pavilion, Yu Linglong kept muttering, "The most we have in the pavilion now are only high-grade items. The ancestor hasn't brought out any of the really good stuff. Those good items are usually only traded at small trade fairs through barter."

"This also includes jade artifacts personally crafted by our ancestor."

Mellen nodded slightly, noting down this information.

Chapter 694 Heading to Qingqiu and Making a Promise

"...The starting price for the Mysterious Spirit Divine Sword is 150 million spirit stones..."

"...165 million..."

"...172 million..."

"...190 million...190 million once...190 million twice...190 million sold!"

Congratulations to number 37!

"...The starting price for the Sun Wheel Seal is 230 million spirit stones..."

"……Congratulations……"

"...The Blood Rain Banner has a starting price of 200 million spirit stones..."

"..."

As expected of one of the six major powers in Jubao City, Fuyun Pavilion's auction items were all rare and exquisite, including many immortal artifacts that only true immortals could create and use.

Of course, "use" here refers to unleashing its maximum power. Even ordinary immortals or cultivators at the Immortal Seed Realm can unleash some of the power of an immortal artifact.

Murren originally thought he was rich enough, but after this auction, he realized that he was still poor.

Fortunately, this poverty was relative. Although Mellen couldn't reach the best items at the Fortune Pavilion auction, she still managed to buy a few of the more ordinary treasures.

The first item is a handbook passed down by a master of weapon crafting.

This rogue cultivator and weapon master is named Zhu Xingtong. It is said that his life is somewhat like that of a cursed lone star. He was born into a family of cultivators, but when he was young, his family was destroyed due to a struggle for power. He barely escaped and joined a sect, but before he came of age, the sect offended a great enemy and was destroyed as well.

He wandered around like this for decades. No matter where he went or which faction he joined, every few years that faction would inevitably suffer all sorts of unexpected events, either being destroyed or severely weakened.

Gradually, Zhu Xingtong also grew up and decided to live a carefree life as a lone wolf. Unexpectedly, this actually eliminated any unnecessary trouble.

Therefore, even though Zhu Xingtong's fame grew and he was visited by countless seekers, he never married or took on any disciples. In the end, he passed away peacefully underground with his mastery of weapon crafting skills. It was only several thousand years later that his cave was accidentally unearthed.

Although Zhu Xingtong ultimately failed to become an immortal, his weapon-refining skills were enough to make even immortals treat him with utmost respect.

To be honest, the Golden Jade Immortal Sect has a fairly complete lineage of weapon crafting techniques, which Mellen has naturally explored.

However, Zhu Xingtong's method of weapon forging is different. It is a combination of various schools of thought, including some unorthodox methods and ancient techniques, along with his own understanding, making it completely different from the mainstream methods of weapon forging.

This also includes unorthodox methods such as bloodline and soul sacrifice.

Mellen's collection of weapon-forging methods from the Immortal Realm was certainly not for the purpose of becoming a weapon-forger himself, considering that he also had a naturally gifted weapon-wielding race like the Fighting Soul Clan under his command.

These Soul Fighters, created by a myth in the Starry Universe, were originally full of inherent flaws. Even after generations of reproduction and growth, they only reached the limit of demigods. To become a mythical weapon, they would have to make huge sacrifices.

Back in the days of the Starry Universe, Murren began researching more suitable methods, but unfortunately, progress was slow due to various limitations.

After arriving in the Immortal Realm and coming into contact with its weapon-forging techniques, these Soul Fighters were reborn.

The Soul Fighting Clan is simply the best weapon material. Not only do they possess innate abilities from birth, but they also have self-awareness. After learning the art of weapon forging, they can train themselves and grow on their own, showing limitless potential.

Zhu Xingtong's weapon-refining method seemed very suitable for the Soul Fighting Clan, so Mellen bought it without hesitation.

The second item is a Blood Fiend Stone. This Blood Fiend Stone is not an ordinary ore. It is the essence that the Asura race, born in the Blood Sea, has a certain probability of condensing after death. It can usually be used to refine related magical treasures.

Mellen bought the Blood Fiend Stone because he valued its origin. While its use might be simple for others, it was different for Mellen. Little Red Lotus's talent was [Lord of Blood Prison - Divine Blood Hegemony], which granted her the powerful ability to trace her origins through her bloodline.