I Am Really Not The Son of Providence
After his transmigration to the cultivation world, Shen Tian discovers that he can see the fortuitous opportunities and their providence haloes of others.
In order to rub off some of the luck from these opportune characters, Shen Tian proactively gets close to them.
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Eventually, everyone realizes that no matter who it was, as long as they hang out with Shen Tian, they will gain lots of fortuitous opportunities! And there's no exception to this rule!
From then on, Shen Tian was labelled as the most popular lucky mascot in the cultivation world!
Fairy Qing Yue: "I once followed my Senior Brother to the Kunlun Secret Realm in the West, and obtained the Sun And Moon Orb!"
Princess Ling Long: "I once followed my Senior Brother to the Imperial Burial Valley in the Northern Sea, and both of us inherited skills from Emperor Dan!"
Immortal Phoenix Queen: "Haha, what a bunch of fledglings! Do you know how he got his Dragon-Phoenix Immortal Form?"
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Chapter 1: I Must Be A Fake MC!
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Shen Tian was very depressed.
He had transmigrated to a world of cultivation!
He had become the 13th Prince in the Country of Fire at the Eastern Wilderness in this new world of cultivation.
What was there to complain about being a prince?
Well, he was not just a prince... He was a prince known for his extreme, bad luck!
His mother was Concubine Lan, the most beautiful lady in the Country of Fire and the person the King adored a lot. Her imperial status was very close to that of the Queen.
Under normal circumstances, Concubine Lan's son would have a decent chance to become the Crown Prince in the future.
However, on the day of delivery, Concubine Lan had died due to severe hemorrhage that was caused by dystocia.
From then on, the King had been loathing the 13th Prince's presence a lot. Thus, his imperial status had started to decline rapidly.
As the 13th Prince grew older, his luck was becoming worse and worse.
He had a gorgeous Flaming Bird as his Spirit Pet, but it had drowned in the Imperial Garden.
He had an expensive Purple Epiphyllum, but a random kid with no manners had uprooted it.
He had followed his cousins to the Directorate of Imperial Academy to study once... and the building collapsed the very day!
Besides having bad luck in his daily activities, the 13th Prince also had a challenging cultivation journey.
Today was the 88th time that he suffered from Qi Deviation. Unfortunately, he did not make it this time.
The 13th Prince had not been believing in destiny and had been trying to fight against it, but the latter got the better of him.
Now, his body belonged to Shen Tian, a well-educated youth from the 21st century.
"Water... Get me some water..."
Shen Tian lay on the bed in anguish. The feeling was almost unbearable, and it affected his stomach.
An old eunuch rushed over with a teapot and attended Shen Tian.
"Your Highness, here's some water. Drink it slowly."
He was Eunuch Gui, Head of Housekeeping of Lem's Palace and the only eunuch that was in Lem's Palace right now. It could be said that he had brought up the 13th Prince himself.
Shen Tian felt much better after drinking the water.
He looked at this old eunuch and was stunned.
He recognized this person from the 13th Prince's memory.
Eunuch Gui had been in the palace since he had been a child and had been working there for more than 50 years. Concubine Lan had saved his life before, and thus he was very loyal to the 13th Prince.
However, unlike what he remembered, there was a halo floating on Eunuch Gui's head!
Yes, it was a green-glowing halo!
Shen Tian was shocked by what he was seeing. The halo was similar to the one angels seemingly had, just that the color was very different.
Am I seeing things?
Shen Tian rubbed his eyes and looked again. The halo was still there. Clearly, it was not his imagination.
"Uncle Gui, could you pass me a mirror?"
Eunuch Gui fetched over a mirror in no time.
When Shen Tian looked at his reflection in the mirror, he finally understood why the 13th Prince had been so unlucky.
His face was handsome!
Very, very, handsome.
Concubine Lan had been the most beautiful lady in the Country of Fire, and he had inherited her best genes.
At the age of 16, the 13th Prince had looks no one could match. Even Shen Tian felt attracted to himself.
However, that was not the main issue. He had a halo on his head too, just like Eunuch Gui. The only difference was that his halo was pitch black, with inky mist surrounding it.
It looked like it was filled with all the adversity and ominous things in the world, and it was really terrifying.
Obviously, that could not be good!
Could this be the physical manifestation of bad luck?!
So is the exemplification of the saying, "Your glabella seems dark..."?
Shen Tian went back lying on the bed, as he needed some time to himself.
Other transmigrators have Main Character Buffs, and their halos must be shining in golden rays!
As for me?
Just the look of it sent chills down Shen Tian's spine. He felt that he could probably get struck by lightning even if he went out on a sunny day!
I must be a fake MC...
It would be a lie to say he was not worried about the dark halo on his head.
Forget about cultivation, adventures, treasure hunts, and tribulations. He was very likely to choke on the food he was eating and pass away!
"Uncle Gui, I'm tired. You can go now."
Shen Tian decided to rest for now.
Currently, It was impossible to go outside. Before he fully recovered, the only safe thing to do was to lie on the bed.
"Your Highness, I will excuse myself and brew medicinal herbs for you."
Eunuch Gui had no idea that the boy lying on the bed now was not the 13th Prince he knew. He closed the door gently so that Shen Tian would not catch a cold and went to the kitchen.
Shen Tian behaved himself for the entire month. He did not secretly cultivate or fool around. He did not even go out of his bed.
Finally, under Eunuch Gui's care, Shen Tian started to recover slowly.
It's been a month! One, entire, MONTH! God knows how I managed to survive this!
Shen Tian finally lost patience. He could only lie on his bed without a phone, computer, or even a novel to read!
This boring life was driving him crazy.
Shen Tian realized that freedom was more precious than life itself. Thus, he decided to go out for some fresh air!
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Chapter 2: A Very Lucky Eunuch
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Shen Tian climbed out of his bed and shouted, "Uncle Gui! I need a bath right now! I'm going to take a walk!"
"Your Highness, I'll get the bath ready."
Eunuch Gui was excited about it too. The prince had been bedridden for the entire month, and he had been feeling sorry for him.
In the past, the 13th Prince would be very emotional whenever he had suffered Qi Deviation.
As soon as he would recover a little bit of his vitality, he would get out of bed and look for other techniques to continue trying to cultivate.
This time, the 13th Prince—no, Shen Tian—had stayed in bed and behaved himself, so Eunuch Gui had initially been very pleased.
The 13th Prince has finally learned to cherish his body. Concubine Lan can finally rest in peace.
Gradually, Eunuch Gui realized it was not that simple.
Your Highness is way too careful!
Resting in bed and not moving around is indeed a good thing.
But he hasn't left the bed at all? Not even for going to the toilet?
What's wrong with him? Does he have roots attached to the bed now?
For a whole month, Shen Tian had suddenly become extremely cautious. It was simply too abnormal.
If Shen Tian had not finally decided to take a bath and go out, Eunuch Gui would have planned to invite the imperial doctor over. He had been suspecting that this time's Qi Deviation may have injured the 13th Prince's brain.
Soon, Shen Tian cleaned himself and donned on his clothes. He tied up his hair in a bun and wore his embroidered white python robe and golden boots.
Shen Tian was dazed by his reflection in the mirror—his looks were breathtaking and prepossessing!
If he were still in the 21st century, he could at least work 20 years less!
Correction, 200 years less!
The only issue was that the mass above his head was as dark as ever.
His fair face was darkened by a few degrees due to the halo.
I really need to find a way to get rid of this black circle, thought Shen Tian. Any color would be better than this curse-looking black!
While he was still pondering over his issues, Shen Tian finally left Lem's Palace.
When Shen Tian was walking in the palace, no one dared to go near him within a 10-meter radius. Even the eunuchs and palace maids ran away on the sight of the 13th Prince.
Shen Tian was unhappy with these reactions.
How did this guy manage to survive the past 16 years?
Shen Tian started to sympathize with the 13th Prince. A few minutes had passed since he had left Lem's Palace, and he already felt suffocated by the way everyone looked at him. How had the 13th Prince been enduring this for 16 whole years!?
In the end, instead of giving up on himself, the prince had continued to fight against his fate to the day he died. At the same time, there had been no sign of him going over to the dark side.
He had been very similar to the anime character Naruto!
While walking around in the palace, Shen Tian noticed that others had halos on top of their heads too.
Most eunuchs and palace maids had a white-colored halo, giving off a weak glow. It looked ordinary, and probably nothing exceptionally good would ever happen to them.
The glow of the eunuchs and palace maids with slightly higher imperial statuses was slightly brighter. For eunuchs that had received a title, such as Head of Cooking, Head of Clothing, and Head of Stable, their halos were slightly green in color. Just like Eunuch Gui, it was a lively color.
So black means bad luck, white means commoners, and green means good luck?
What kind of setting is this?
Green for four-leaf clover?
The color setting rendered Shen Tian speechless.
It sucks.
Suddenly, Shen Tian spotted a very peculiar fellow.
It was a very common young eunuch. His clothes indicated that he was just a handyman eunuch, the lowest imperial status of all. He looked pale, pathetic, and hopeless.
However, what made Shen Tian unhappy was that the halo on top of this young eunuch's head was actually not black, white, or green.
It was red! Its bright rays sparked all around like a mini sun.
In Shen Tian's eyes, everything in the world would center around this young eunuch.
Compared to him, Shen Tian's black halo was hideous, even though his face was stunning.
Why would a low-ranking eunuch have such a flaunting halo!?
Could he be blessed by providence?
Shen Tian's stare made goosebumps rise on the young eunuch's skin.
Although he was relatively new here, he had heard some bad rumors about the prince.
The 13th Prince is said to be the most unlucky person in the Country of Fire. It's advised to stay away from him as much as possible. Or there might be grave danger!
"Good morning, Your Highness." The eunuch quickly greeted Shen Tian and tried to excuse himself.
However, Shen Tian did not allow him to escape.
"You! Come here."
Upon hearing that, the eunuch was very scared.
Seriously?
The 13th Prince asked me to go over?
Help!
I'm just an ordinary eunuch. What have I done?
I heard that the prince's bad luck is contagious in a 10-meter radius.
People will start to ostracise me, and my life will be in danger.
I will be dead if I go too near!
But if I do not comply, maybe I will die faster?
Either way, I'm dead...
The young eunuch was at the brink of tears.
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Chapter 3: Could It Be I'm Too Unlucky?
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Shen Tian questioned with a stern tone, "Why? You are disobeying your prince now?"
"I'm here, Your Highness."
The eunuch shivered and quickly knelt before Shen Tian and bowed to him.
Even though Shen Tian was not favored by the King anymore, he was the 13th Prince nonetheless. Disobeying orders and ignorance of status was a capital offense in the palace.
Shen Tian was satisfied. He asked, "Tell me your name."
The young eunuch quickly answered, "I'm Qin Gao. You can just call me Gao, Your Highness."
Qin Gao?
That sounds like the name of an impressive eunuch.
Shen Tian thought for a moment and said, "Raise your head, let me see how you look."
Qin Gao was terrified. There were rumors about how some people with high imperial status would get bored with women and start exploring possibilities with young children with good looks like him.
So the 13th Prince belongs to one of these people too?
The thought of it terrorized Qin Gao.
He lifted his head slowly with a shaking body.
Shen Tian looked at his face carefully, and his eyes lit up in excitement.
Qin Gao was even more worried.
"Your Highness, is there anything wrong with this young eunuch?" Eunuch Gui's voice interrupted Shen Tian's thoughts.
Actually, he was not looking at Qin Gao's face, but his halo.
While Shen Tian had been observing Qin Gao's halo, he noticed an image projection in it. The image started with the main entrance of the Imperial Library in the palace.
Then, it switched to the interior of the library. The image went past many bookshelves and reached the southeast corner and focused on a book named, History Of The Great Fire.
The image paused before it disappeared.
Shen Tian believed that the book History Of The Great Fire contained a secret.
It most probably had something to do with the red halo on Qin Gao's head.
This could be Qin Gao's fortuitous opportunity, leading to a fortune change. If I manage to get this book before this eunuch, maybe his opportunity will become mine, right?
Shen Tian thought to himself. He did not think that it was a despicable thing to do so. Only the fittest survived—that was the rule in the cultivation world. The consequences could be dire if one was too naive.
This opportunity was not the main issue Shen Tian was concerned with. He needed to find a way to change his own fortune. If not, he was sure to suffer an ugly death!
"That's all. You can leave now."
Shen Tian left and quickly made his way to the Imperial Library.
The Imperial Library of the Country of Fire was located in the middle of the palace. Many rare books could be found there.
Naturally, books containing advanced cultivation techniques were kept at the library's core area, and they were well-guarded by skillful personnel.
Without the Token of Fire, even princes like Shen Tian could not access those books.
Fortunately, this History Of The Great Fire was just a common historical book.
Shen Tian recalled the path the image had followed and swiftly located the book.
The book was about 10cm thick and looked dusty and old. When compared to the other thousands of books, it was not that eye-catching. However, Shen Tian was convinced that it contained some secret.
I've got the book now, so my providence should change.
Shen Tian took out a mirror from his pocket and had a look. He was as handsome as ever.
So was his halo!
Shen Tian was disappointed.
So, having the book itself is not enough? I need to find some clues from the book to change my fate?
Shen Tian quickly borrowed the book and left the Imperial Library.
In the next few days, Shen Tian was back to how he had been previously. His activity zone was centered around his bed, and he did not leave the room at all.
The only difference was that Shen Tian was now reading the boring History Of The Great Fire over and over again.
It was a painful process for Shen Tian as he could not gain anything useful from it. The book was simply boring. There were no pictures, no climax, and even the words were squeezed together.
No wonder it was left in the corner for years!
If Shen Tian had not seen the images from Qin Gao's halo, he would have never touched such a book at all.
Could it be I'm too unlucky to spot the secret in this book?
This doesn't make any sense!
"Your Highness, you have been in the room for three days!" Eunuch Gui was very worried about Shen Tian. "You have been reading this book many times, do you want to take a walk outside?"
Shen Tian shook his head. There was no way he would leave the palace without cracking the secret hidden in the book.
Given his current luck, it was extremely possible for the book to disappear after it was left unattended.
He did not dare to take the risk!
After three hours...
Shen Tian read through the History Of The Great Fire again. Other than the content becoming more boring, Shen Tian hadn't found anything else.
Shen Tian finally got tired and gave in to his unlucky fate.
Maybe I should get someone else to read it?
"Uncle Gui, come and take a look at this book." Shen Tian passed the book to Eunuch Gui. "I have a feeling that this book will give me an opportunity to change my fate."
"There is an opportunity in this book?"
Eunuch Gui was not convinced. Although he respected and trusted the 13th Prince, he knew exactly how "lucky" his prince was.
The prince borrowed a random book from the Imperial Library, and it contains some hidden secrets? Yeah, sure.
"Your Highness, since you said so, I'll take a look!"
Eunuch Gui did not believe he would find anything that would be useful. Nonetheless, Eunuch Gui obeyed and started reading the book carefully.
Soon, Eunuch Gui was surprised. "Wow, there's really something in this book."
Shen Tian was rendered speechless. He was not sure if he should feel happy or disappointed. He had spent days researching this book and had not found anything worthy at all.
Eunuch Gui only read it for a few minutes, and he had a breakthrough?
Seriously!?
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Chapter 4: You Need To Castrate Yourself Before Learning This Secret Skill
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Shen Tian sighed and asked, "What's it?"
"Your Highness, take a look here."
Eunuch Gui flipped to the last page of the book and tore off the hardcover. He used his Divinity, and the hardcover split into two different pieces, with something hidden in between.
It was a piece of jade wrapped in palm-sized satin cloth. The jade was glowing with light.
"It is indeed something special. It is probably a Skill Jade that has a record of the skills passed down from the ancestors!"
Eunuch Gui did not read through the contents. He handed the items to Shen Tian and said, "Your Highness, it is yours. Please take a look."
Shen Tian was thrilled and excited. He put the satin cloth on the table and started reading it.
It had four huge words written on the top left corner, Demon Book of Hyuga.
Behind these words were smaller words in bright red: You need to castrate yourself before learning this secret skill!
Shen Tian almost snapped when reading those words!
WTF!? This!?
This is the thing I had been searching for for the past three days? It's so lame!
Relax... I need to relax...
Shen Tian tried to calm himself down.
Maybe there's some providence shining on me now!
He took out a mirror from his pocket and looked...
Bang!
The mirror fell off his hands and shattered on the floor.
Eunuch Gui quickly asked, "What's wrong with the book, Your Highness?"
Shen Tian said with a blackened face, "Come and look for yourself!"
Eunuch Gui shook his head furiously. "This belongs to Your Highness. I'm not supposed to look at it!"
"It's meant for you, not me!"
Shen Tian pulled Eunuch Gui to the table.
"Demon Book of Hyuga." Eunuch Gui was shocked after reading what was written on it. "This... This is Demon Hyuga's skill book! He was invincible in the Eastern Wilderness back then!"
"Demon Hyuga?" Shen Tian was confused. "You've heard of this person before?"
"I've read about him in an ancient book, Your Highness. Demon Hyuga was the evilest person 3,000 years ago," recalled Eunuch Gui.
"Demon Hyuga was an ordinary eunuch in the Country of Kun in Eastern Wilderness. He had low imperial status and a bad foundation for cultivation.
"However, he had strong providence and managed to find part of the lost Imperial Sutra of Sun in the Imperial Library.
"Since there were too many missing parts and the most important guide was missing in the book, it was not possible to be used for learning.
"A normal person would be caught off guard by the mental demons due to greediness and result in death if they tried to learn it by force.
"However, Demon Hyuga had both luck and perseverance.
"He used himself as a test subject and combined multiple demon arts to the Imperial Sutra of Sun and made an entirely new demon art.
"It was later named as the Demon Book of Hyuga. It was much more devious and fatal. It had incredible fast attack speed and could bring up the opponents' desires and mental demons.
"When the opponents were distracted, the user of this demon art would then make the killing move. It was the most sinister demon art in that era!
"More importantly, this cultivation technique had extremely low requirements for the foundation of cultivation and could be learned very fast.
"Demon Hyuga used this demon art alone and reached the level of Nascent Soul in merely 50 years!
"He was well-respected by people from the same tier, and no one could stand against him.
"50 years might seem very long for some people. Nonetheless, for people searching for immortality, it's extremely short!
"Even if one cultivates the full version of the Imperial Sutra of Sun, they will be a rare genius to reach the Nascent Soul in 50 years.
"However, Demon Hyuga did not have that talent in the first place. Therefore, this cultivation technique was really one of a kind!"
"Your Highness, this is the heritage of an amazing art!
"Although it's not an Imperial Sutra, it is more valuable for people who are not very talented in cultivation.
"Your Highness, you are lucky for once! Who would have thought that there's this incredible demon art hidden in this ordinary book? Her Majesty would be happy for you if she knew it!"
Eunuch Gui was thrilled as he touched the satin cloth.
Demon Hyuga was like a legend among the eunuchs. Every eunuch was dreaming of possessing this Demon Book of Hyuga. They would not even trade it for a proper Imperial Sutra!
Shen Tian felt uncomfortable knowing how powerful this Demon Book of Hyuga was.
Why the hell is the book not for me!?
Sure, my mother would feel happy for me.
Sure, I'm lucky for once.
Bullsh*t! I'm still as unlucky as ever!
"If it's so rare, Uncle Gui, you can have it. Good luck cultivating this!"
Although it was not meant for him, it was not so bad for Eunuch Gui to learn the demon art. Shen Tian felt much better on the thought of it.
Eunuch Gui was shocked that Shen Tian was giving this rare art to him.
He shook his head and said, "No, Your Highness, it's for you! How could I have it? What do I have to deserve such incredible art?"
Shen Tian rolled his eyes and said, "So you want me to learn it instead?"
Eunuch Gui suddenly realized something.
Indeed, the prince cannot cultivate this technique...
What a poor prince. He finally encountered something good in his life, but he cannot have it.
God, why do you have to do this to my prince!?
Since there's no other way, guess I'll be the one cultivating on this!
After some internal struggles, Eunuch Gui decided to obey his prince.
The 13th Prince must have so much trust in me!
"20 years ago, I was falsely accused of stealing treasures in the palace. Concubine Lan was the one who saved my life.
"Although I did not have much education, I do know to repay people's kindness. When Concubine Lan was around, I served her wholeheartedly with my life. Now she's gone, my loyalty is all yours, Your Highness.
"I will train diligently on the Demon Book of Hyuga daily and swear to God that I'll protect you as long as I'm alive!"
For people searching for immortality, there would be karma for everything. Thus, making promises and oaths, especially to God, should not be done without consideration.
Those demons making random promises would all die in a gruesome way.
Eunuch Gui's oath was sincere, as he was indebted to Concubine Lan and the prince.
Shen Tian believed that he had made the right decision.
Although I've found the Demon Book of Hyuga, I'm still unlucky...
Shen Tian sighed and was not happy about it.
Since I stole this opportunity from Qin Gao, what about him now?
He suddenly remembered the common young eunuch Qin Gao.
Qin Gao had the most providence in all the people Shen Tian had met, and this Demon Book of Hyuga was supposed to be his too.
Now that Shen Tian had the book, what would happen to Qin Gao?
Would he have another opportunity? Or would there be other changes?
Shen Tian was extremely curious!
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Chapter 5: Almost Died
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Shen Tian decided to find Qin Gao.
It was not easy to find a specific person in the huge palace. Nevertheless, it would not be an issue if one were acquainted with the head eunuch in the Imperial Household Department.
Well, Shen Tian was not acquainted with anyone there. Still, it did not bother Shen Tian as no one dared to disobey the 13th Prince in the palace.
After hearing his request, the head eunuch swiftly took out the schedule with all the eunuchs' movements and informed Shen Tian about Qin Gao's whereabouts.
After that, he sent Shen Tian out of the Imperial Household Department respectfully.
He was too afraid that his Imperial Household Department would suddenly collapse like the Directorate of Imperial Academy.
Shen Tian found out that Qin Gao was working for the 6th Prince.
The 6th Prince was called Shen Ao, and he was the most talented in cultivation among all his siblings.
At the age of 18, he had accomplished cultivating to the 9th Firmament and was very close to reaching the fundamental of immortality. He was a genius seen in the Country of Fire once in a blue moon.
It was said that a Supremacy from the Grand White Grotto-Heaven had been interested in him and had taken him in as a personal disciple.
The Eastern Wilderness had two main branches for cultivation. One was the 36 Grotto-Heaven, and the other was the 72 Blessed-Land. Grand White Grotto-Heaven ranked 10th in its branch.
It was a huge opportunity when a Supremacy from the Grand White Grotto-Heaven took someone in as a disciple.
If nothing went wrong, Shen Ao would at least become a Perfected One in the Golden Core.
If he got luckier, there was a chance for him to reach Nascent Soul around the age of 500 and become a Supremacy that was respected by everyone else.
By then, even the King of Fire would be nothing compared to his status. Even the weakest Supremacy could live for at least a 1,000 years in the world. They could easily rip mountains apart and split the ocean—a simple status as a King was too insignificant.
Thus, Shen Ao enjoyed an incredible social status in the Country of Fire.
The other princes would not pick on him on purpose even though the King of Fire was very dotting toward him because they knew it was unnecessary.
It was Shen Ao's fate to become immortal when he spent his life cultivating it. Naturally, he had no interest in the throne at all.
I wonder what the halo looks like on the 6th brother, Shen Tian thought to himself.
He followed the road in the Imperial Garden and reached the 6th Prince's Palace.
Suddenly, Shen Tian heard a scream, followed by a chain of scolding.
"Are you blind? You idiot!
"Do you have any idea how expensive this Nine-Leaf Ganoderma Grass is? Even if you have nine lives, you are nothing compared to it.
"For the rest of you, take this as a warning! This will be the punishment if you get things messed up next time!"
Shen Tian looked over and saw a crowd around a well in the Imperial Garden. The crowd was gathered around a cross on which a badly wounded eunuch was bound. It was Qin Gao!
There was a change in Qin Gao's halo. Although it was still red, the color was much dimmer compared to before. Some parts of it had started to look green, and it was not as colorful as before.
Isn't Qin Gao a person with good luck? Why is he going through this torture now?
This kind of scene surprised Shen Tian.
Suddenly, he recalled some of the novels he had read before.
Not all main leads had a smooth sailing life awaiting them. Sometimes, they would experience huddles, survive, and kill the enemy...
Wait a second... Survive and kill the enemy!
Shen Tian was terrified by his thoughts.
Who is Qin Gao's enemy now?
The eunuch who is beating him now? Or his master Shen Ao? Or... The entire Country of Fire!?
Shen Tian remembered what Eunuch Gui had said about Demon Hyuga and how he had taken revenge on the Country of Kun.
He had slaughtered all the royals just because he had been bullied once in the palace.
That day, blood had flowed in the palace like a faulted tap. There had been bodies everywhere!
What are you doing, Shen Ao!?
Shen Tian's lips twitched. He pictured what would happen if he did not interfere with the sequence of events.
Qin Gao would be bullied like now and would somehow manage to survive. Then, he would find the book History Of The Great Fire and the Demon Book of Hyuga. He would then escape from the palace and start training this demonic art. After mastering the skills, he would come back for Shen Ao and murder the entire royal family!
With the black halo on Shen Tian's head, it was almost certain that he would be caught in the conflicts and die.
He was 99.99999% sure about it!
Is there a chance that Qin Gao would not try to get revenge after mastering the demon art?
Why would he not?!
I'm trying so hard to survive here and look at what you are doing, Shen Ao!
Shen Tian started to curse Shen Ao.
So what if you are a genius in cultivation?
So what if the Elder in the Grand White Grotto-Heaven took you in as a disciple?
Continue what you are doing, and we are all going to die!
Can you just let me out of this?
What should I do now...
Shen Tian panicked when he looked at Qin Gao, who was bound on the cross.
Should I turn around and walk off?
Not a good idea. What I pictured will definitely come true.
Or should I wait until they are done beating Qin Gao and make sure Qin Gao is dead in the end?
Not a good idea, either.
Had it been possible to kill him so easily, would providence have blessed him like that?
There was also the black halo on Shen Tian's head now. It would not be surprising if a random expert jumped out of the blue and saved Qin Gao if he tried to kill Qin Gao with his own hands.
If he had a little more bad luck, this expert would take Qin Gao in as a disciple and kill everyone here to avenge his student.
Although the chances were slim, Shen Tian's mere presence rendered the laws of probability useless... Only Murphy's Law would apply now...
Forget it. I should save him first!
Shen Tian decided to save Qin Gao and build a good relationship with him. Even if Qin Gao managed to learn other skills and came back for revenge in the future, he would at least spare Shen Tian.
Yeah, probably!
With that in mind, Shen Tian walked up and shouted, "Stop!"
When they heard Shen Tian, everyone took a step back.
They greeted Shen Tian and left in a hurry. They seemed very scared of him.
Only the eunuch that was beating Qin Gao remained there. He was under someone's order and could not possibly just leave like the rest of them.
As Shen Tian approached, the eunuch's face was full of shock, terror, fear, and uneasiness.
That was quite a show!
"Your Highness... What are you doing here?"
Shen Tian pointed at Qin Gao and said calmly, "I'm bringing this guy away."
The eunuch was in a dilemma. "He just broke the 6th Prince's Nine-Leaf Ganoderma Grass. He ought to die. 13th Prince, please don't make it difficult for me."
Shen Tian was stunned. Nine-Leaf Ganoderma Grass was an important ingredient for concocting the Superior-Grade Foundation Establishment Pill. It had extremely high value.
Thus, it was indeed worth more than the life of a low-ranking eunuch.
"I see. Then I'll talk to my cousin personally!"
"It's been a long time since I last spoke to him too. Oh, I miss him so much!
A calm but firm voice came from within the palace right after Shen Tian finished his sentence.
"That's not necessary. Since you are my cousin, you are free to take him away!
"Too bad I cannot see you personally as I'm in seclusion right now and cannot be disrupted.
"Lee, send them off."
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Chapter 6: I Really Cannot Do it!
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Shen Ao sounded very young, yet arrogant.
In the cultivation world, geniuses were superior to others.
However, Shen Tian was surprised that his cousin had given in so easily this time. Logically speaking—well, mostly due to all the novels he had read before—Shen Ao should have stopped Shen Tian from saving Qin Gao.
They would then have a tough fight against each other, and Shen Tian would manage to get away with Qin Gao.
Well, there was also the anime scenario: Shen Tian and Shen Ao would have a heated debate. In the end, Shen Tian would convince Shen Ao that he was in the wrong, so the latter would let Shen Tian and Qin Gao go willingly.
Unexpectedly, now, none of those had happened, and Shen Ao had given in!
That did not make any sense as there were rumors in the palace that the 6th Prince was rather firm on his ideas!
"Erm, brother. This eunuch is badly beaten, will he die later? Why not spare some healing medicine to treat his wounds?"
Shen Tian looked at Qin Gao worriedly. He had suffered at least 70 strokes, and his bones could be seen in some places. Shen Tian felt the pain just by looking at them.
This must have bred Qin Gao's hatred if left untreated!
When the eunuch heard that Shen Tian was asking for medicine, he quickly said, "Every medicine the 6th Prince owns is very rare. How could they be used on someone like him!?"
Shen Tian's mouth twitched.
What a gullible person! I'm helping your prince to avoid a potential disaster, okay?
Maybe he will just come back and teach you a lesson for revenge if his wounds are treated. If not, when this guy comes back as a second Demon Hyuga, he will burn all of us to ashes!
Even the 6th Prince in the palace did not expect Shen Tian to be shameless enough to ask for medicine.
He kept silent for a while and said, "Well, sure."
A jade bottle flew out of the palace and was delivered to Shen Tian's hand.
The jade bottle was made from an excellent jade, and there were a dozen red pills in it. Even though the bottle was not open yet, a herbal odor spread in the air.
Clearly, those were supreme-grade pills!
"These are healing pills, take them.
"Lee, send them off!"
Eunuch Lee stared with his eyes wide open in disbelief. He knew the value of the healing pills.
These pills' main ingredients were the Hundred-Year Ginseng and Ganoderma Lucidum, which could only be found in the deep forest. The 6th Prince had spent almost two months to refine them personally.
No matter what injuries a person suffered, one pill would completely heal them. Normally, it was hard to buy even one pill with gold!
The 6th Prince gave the entire bottle for free just because the 13th Prince asked? Since when were they so close?
Eunuch Lee sent them off as instructed before he returned to the palace.
The gate was closed, and Eunuch Lee stood outside, feeling very puzzled.
After some time, he could not hold his curiosity anymore and asked, "Your Highness, please allow me to ask one question."
Shen Ao's voice came from the palace again. "Go on."
Eunuch Lee asked, "Qin Gao made a deadly mistake, and yet Your Highness forgave him and gave him pills to heal his wounds. I do not understand."
Shen Ao said calmly, "Providence is a very mysterious concept. Everyone has their own in the process of cultivation.
"My Foundation Establishment is going to succeed soon, and I can get to the Grand White Grotto-Heaven. My future will then be very successful.
"My little cousin's fate can be described as 'very special'. This period is very critical to me, so it would be best to avoid him."
It just meant that... Shen Tian was too unlucky.
Shen Ao was on the verge of a breakthrough. He was worried that Shen Tian's mere presence would affect him negatively and might cause Qi Deviation.
Eunuch Lee asked again, "But if this incident spreads, I'm afraid that people will not respect you as much as before!"
Shen Ao smiled. "An immortal's life is very long. Conflicts and royal majesty are nothing compared to it. There is no need to bother."
Eunuch Lee said, "Your Highness, you are right. I understand now."
"Good, you can leave now. Go back, take a shower. Do not come near this place until I get out."
Shen Tian was not aware of what happened in the 6th Prince's palace.
He was not very sure how to settle Qin Gao.
Should he take him in as his servant?
That would be a bad decision as those with main lead characteristics often came with suffering for people around them. For most main characters, their masters, loved ones, and friends would get hurt often, sometimes even leading to death!
If none of these had happened before, they could hardly call themselves the main characters.
Given his unusual bad luck, Shen Tian felt that he should not take such a risk. It would most likely cost his life!
Should he have left him alone?
That was not suitable, either. Shen Ao's eunuch had beaten him badly. Who knew what trouble might come after that?
Not only that, but Qin Gao was also the only person with extremely good providence that Shen Tian had found so far. Thus, he was a good investigating subject.
Besides Qin Gao, Shen Tian had yet to see anyone else whose halo revealed pictures with fortuitous encounters.
He was Shen Tian's only chance to change his fate.
Qin Gao had already taken one healing pill and was more or less healed. He was very grateful that the 13th Prince had appeared and saved his life.
However, Shen Tian's gaze was fixed on him, so Qin Gao panicked.
Could it be that the 13th Prince is really...'that'?
Qin Gao knew that the prince had saved his life and was grateful indeed. Thus, he would willingly serve under the prince and be his servant.
Nevertheless, Qin Gao really could not handle...'that'.
Although the 13th Prince was very handsome and his looks would charm millions of girls... Qin Gao was a boy!
A boy who was only interested in females!
That was his baseline!
What if... the prince forces it on me... What should I do...?
Qin Gao did not have an answer for that.
He hesitated for a while before asking, "Your Highness, why did you save me?"
Shen Tian snapped off his concern-filled thoughts and replied, "Why did I save you? Hmmm, because it is fate."
What?!
Qin Gao was shocked by the answer. "Your Highness, are you making fun of me?"
"Of course not!" Shen Tian waved his hand. "From today onward, you will be staying in Lan's Palace. You don't have to bother doing chores. Just make sure I can find you when needed."
Shen Tian decided to keep Qin Gao by his side for further observation. As long as Qin Gao was not doing any work, he would not be considered as a servant. Thus, his 'main character aura' should not affect Shen Tian too much.
At least, it would not cost his life.
Well, those were Shen Tian's simple thoughts, but Qin Gao had interpreted them wrongly.
No chores and just be contactable?
That's not how a eunuch should be treated!
Qin Gao was on the verge of crying. He had just escaped from violent torture, and now he needed to cast couch!?
Your Highness... I really cannot do it!
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Chapter 7: Ways To Improve Providence
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Shen Tian had no idea what Qin Gao was thinking about.
He thought for a moment and said, "Uncle Gui, please make a copy of the Demon Book of Hyuga and pass it to Gao later."
"Yes, Your Highness."
Eunuch Gui was completely fine with it. From his perspective, the Demon Book of Hyuga belonged to the prince anyway. The reason he was cultivating it was so that he could be strong enough to protect the prince. Since the prince was willing to let Qin Gao learn this art too, Eunuch Gui would ask no questions.
"Also, prepare a room for Gao."
Shen Tian turned around and prepared to leave.
The Demon Book of Hyuga was Qin Gao's fortuitous opportunity anyway. Even if Shen Tian kept it away from Qin Gao, the latter would chance upon a new fortuitous encounter.
Shen Tian might as well give it to Qin Gao and do him a favor. In case Qin Gao became someone impressive in the future, he would have an additional friend.
Right after Shen Tian finished his sentence, something magical happened. Shen Tian felt that his body became lighter as though an invisible chain had been broken. It felt real and imaginary at the same time.
Shen Tian turned around and looked at Qin Gao. His halo had changed color again. All the green spots had disappeared, and it became red again, just like the first time Shen Tian had met him.
Shen Tian took out a mirror from his pocket and looked at his own halo. Although it was still black, it was not as dense as before.
Could it be that I returned the fortuitous opportunity back to Qin Gao? Or I'm sharing it with him?
Shen Tian decided to give it a test.
He stared at Qin Gao's halo and said, "On second thought, forget it, Uncle Gui. There is no need to copy the Demon Book of Hyuga."
When he said that, his body felt the weight again, while green spots appeared on Qin Gao's halo.
Uncle Gui nodded and said, "Yes, Your Highness."
Although he had no idea why the prince changed his mind so quickly, he trusted all the 13th Prince's decisions. He had no doubts at all.
Then, Shen Tian spoke again. "Well, I changed my mind. Please make one copy!"
Then, Qin Gao's halo became bright red again.
Shen Tian was extremely excited as his theory was verified!
"Yes, Your Highness."
Uncle Gui felt a little helpless. In his mind, the prince was teasing the low-ranking eunuch.
That's so mean!
Qin Gao finally spoke up. "Erm... I do not really need it..."
Truth be told, Qin Gao was frightened as the 13th Prince was too good to him. Shen Tian had already saved him and provided him with a place to stay. At the same time, he did not need to work!
Now the prince had even decided to allow him to study some Demon Book of Hyuga. Although Qin Gao had no idea what that was, seeing that even the 13th Prince was so indecisive, it must be something extraordinary.
It could even be something that was worth the entire palace!
Qin Gao was already indebted to the prince and didn't know how to repay the prince's kindness. If he accepted the Demon Book of Hyuga, there could be nothing he could do!
As Qin Gao spoke, green spots appeared on his halo again.
Shen Tian was unhappy about it as he had finally found a way to change his fate. There was no way he could allow Qin Gao to spoil his plan!
No way!
"Nope, you must learn!" Shen Tian said firmly, "Not only will you learn the basics of Qi Refinement, but you will also learn about the basics of Foundation Establishment, Golden Core, and Nascent Soul too!"
"Your Highness..."
"You owe me your life, you cannot refuse!"
When Shen Tian spoke those words, Qin Gao's halo shone brightly, even brighter than before!
Not only were the green spots gone, but there were also slightly golden parts on the edge too.
To Shen Tian's surprise, he noticed a change in Eunuch Gui's halo too.
The light green became darker. It was like the color of a dense forest, full of liveliness. On the edge of it, there were red spots.
The halo evolved? Am I on the right track to change my fate?
If I share fortuitous opportunities with someone with high providence, will the overall providence of everyone involved be increased as well?
Shen Tian quickly took out his mirror and observed his halo. It was still black, but not as dark as before. At least, Shen Tian no longer felt that he would be struck by lightning if he stepped out of the palace.
Finally, after so many days, Shen Tian saw a glimpse of hope. He was very touched and started tearing up!
Upon seeing that, Qin Gao panicked.
"Please don't cry. I will listen to whatever you say!"
The 13th Prince is a royal. How could I make him cry!?
It's just some demon art!
The prince saved my life, and it belongs to him now. Cultivating some skill is nothing to be afraid of!
Qin Gao had already mentally prepared himself.
"Good, good. Also, I'm not crying. I'm just excited!" Shen Tian rolled his eyes and said, "Uncle Gui, you can bring him out now."
Uncle Gui nodded. "Yes, Your Highness. I'm excited, just like you! I'll bring him to his room and teach him the cultivation technique."
Shen Tian started planning for his next move when they left. He did not dare to cultivate any skill yet unless his halo's color was white. He still had the bad memory of his last Qi Deviation!
Since he had already found a way to improve his providence, he planned to meet more people with good providence and share their fortuitous encounters.
Shen Tian believed that he would be able to change his halo's color to white in no time. In the end, he would become a normal person too.
Where should I find all these people?
Shen Tian started thinking. Normally, these people would be extremely successful. In the palace of Country of Fire, those with higher imperial status had higher providence too.
Shen Ao was a good example. Since he was so talented in cultivation and was halfway to the Grand White Grotto-Heaven, his providence must be good too.
Shen Tian was certain that Shen Ao's halo was at least a green one with red spots. It could even be a red ring with a green spot!
If he could stare at Shen Ao for some time and shared the fortuitous opportunity with him, Shen Tian believed that his providence would definitely improve.
Unfortunately, there was a problem... Shen Ao was kind of avoiding him.
As a matter of fact, everyone with good providence in the palace avoided and hid from Shen Tian. They were not like eunuchs that needed to obey him. If Shen Tian was unable to meet them in person, it would be impossible for him to obtain their fortuitous opportunities.
What should I do now? That's a vicious circle! So troublesome!
Where can I find people with good providence and at the same time not hiding from me!?
Shen Tian was deep in thoughts.
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Chapter 8: My Ability Is Not Working Anymore?
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Myriad Spirit Garden was the largest Spirit Ore market place. Its influence even reached the many kingdoms nearby, and there were many hidden talents within. That was the destination of Shen Tian, Eunuch Gui, and Qin Gao.
Three days ago, Shen Tian had discovered a way to increase his providence—that was to form good relationships with those blessed by providence.
Thus, he had decided to search for them in quantity and think of ways to freeload their fortuitous opportunities.
However, after three days of trying, Shen Tian had to admit that there really was no one that viewed him favorably in the whole Country of Fire Palace.
Be it Concubine Shu, Concubine Hua, Concubine De, the 7th Prince, 8th Prince, the 9th Princess, and so on, every time Shen Tian had wanted to go and find them, they would always use excuses, such as "feeling under the weather", "had gone out", or "it was inconvenient to meet".
Shen Tian could not help but feel extremely dejected.
However, another discovery sparked a new hope in Shen Tian—not only those blessed by providence would have fortuitous opportunities.
Those with green or white halos also had chances for such encounters. Unfortunately, the probability was smaller, and the value was lower only.
Shen Tian had seen such a fortuitous opportunity on a certain palace maid's halo the previous day.
The image had shown that the palace maid named Xia He would pick up a night-shining pearl, which cost thousands of silver taels, in the imperial garden.
Therefore, Shen Tian had picked up that pearl beforehand and gave it to that palace maid.
As expected, the halo on top of the palace maid's head had glowed more brightly and even turned slightly greener. Meanwhile, the pitch-black halo on top of Shen Tian had also become paler.
Such a discovery had made Shen Tian so excited that he had even pushed away the palace maid, who had tried giving him a hug of gratitude.
Naturally, Shen Tian wanted to leave the palace badly, and he brought along Eunuch Gui and Qin Gao too.
Since Shen Tian had discovered that even normal people would have fortuitous opportunities, he would definitely choose to visit the place where fortuitous opportunities would appear most frequently to increase his providence!
Meanwhile, Myriad Spirit Garden was such a place as it was filled with infinite possibilities and encounters.
As everyone knew, the most important things in the cultivation world were "Mentor", "Money", "Partner", and "Location".
Money meant cultivation resources, including the most important one, which was Spirit Stones.
Spirit Stones contained an abundance of Spirit Qi. It was a consumable resource that cultivators used to cultivate as it could greatly increase their cultivation speed.
People with and without Spirit Stones could have an over ten times different cultivation speed even with the same talents and cultivation techniques. That was the reason that Spirit Stones were a resource most cultivators would seek for their whole lives.
The so-called Spirit Stone Mine was a mine that would produce Spirit Stones. Cultivators would dig out Spirit Ores from the mine, then they would cut out raw Spirit Stones from within and refine them, and thus form standard-sized Spirit Stones.
However, not every Spirit Ore would produce Spirit Stones after being cut open. Some Spirit Ores may seem to be overflowing with Spirit Qi, but only bits and pieces of Spirit Stones could be found inside after being sliced open. Their value was extremely low.
Meanwhile, some Spirit Ores may not look much from the outside, but they may produce middle-grade or even superior-grade Spirit Stones after cutting them open. Those were worth a fortune!
Legends had it that in some cultivation sects, people had discovered supreme-grade Dharmic treasures, exceptionally outstanding sutras, or even a peerlessly beautiful woman, sleeping within.
It was not impossible for those legends to be true. In the cultivation world, there was the dictum "Self-Hyper Treasures".
Every powerful Dharmic treasure and sutra contained the laws of Dharma and could influence the Spirit Qi in the world. If they were left without a master for a long time, then these Dharmic treasures would start to absorb Spirit Qi, forming a protective layer of Spirit Qi on the surface. As long as enough time passed, these Spirit Qi protective layers would convert into Spirit Ores.
Although they would look no different from normal Spirit Ores, if someone were lucky enough to cut them open, they might be able to obtain a powerful Dharmic treasure that was in good condition or even ultimate cultivation techniques.
In the tens of thousands of years that had passed, many lucky individuals had benefited from such encounters!
Naturally, Myriad Spirit Garden, a Spirit Ore Market Place, had been formed for that reason.
The merchants within Myriad Spirit Garden would buy Spirit Ores from all places and place them on the shelves, listing different prices according to their quality. If the customers felt that the price was acceptable, they would buy the Spirit Ore and cut it open themselves or ask the shop to cut it for them.
However, regardless of whether the customer gained something or suffered a loss, neither the shop nor the customers could regret their decisions. The rules were similar to stone gambling in Shen Tian's previous life.
After learning that even normal people could have fortuitous opportunities, the first thing that had popped into Shen Tian's mind was the Myriad Spirit Garden.
Although the chances of finding people that were blessed by providence were low, the frequency of fortuitous opportunities was definitely the highest. That was because, in the whole Myriad Spirit Garden, tens of thousands of people would all be trying their luck there.
Given the numbers of the gathered people, even if there was only one out of ten that would make a profit, then this place should be filled with such fortuitous opportunities!
If that were the case, not only could Shen Tian get rid of the black halo on his head, but also the three of them would not need to worry about Spirit Stones needed for their cultivation in the future.
Once he thought of that, Shen Tian even felt that he was a genius!
Unfortunately, when Shen Tian actually arrived at Myriad Spirit Garden, he realized it was just all in his head. The stone gambling was not as simple as Shen Tian had imagined.
From what Shen Tian could see, even though the huge Myriad Spirit Garden was filled with people, only a few of them had images of fortuitous opportunities playing in their halos. Also, according to the images, even if they obtained Spirit Stones from the Spirit Ores, they would mostly be of low quality.
Those Spirit Ores basically cost tens of Spirit Stones, and after being cut open, the Spirit Stones inside would amount to 30–50.
Even the most common inferior-grade Spirit Stone in the cultivation world could be sold for 1,000 taels of silver, or even higher, in the secular world. If one could obtain 10 Spirit Stones, which was 10,000 taels of silver, it was enough for a normal person to live a luxurious life. However, such small gains could not satisfy Shen Tian's original expectations.
Shouldn't there be people blessed by providence in Myriad Spirit Garden? Shouldn't they be able to cut open shockingly awesome items by spending only a few Spirit Stones per day and then head toward the peak of their lives?
So it's all nonsense, isn't it?
While Shen Tian was plagued by self-doubt, someone exclaimed from the east, "Little Spirit Fairy has arrived!"
As that voice echoed, the crowd was instantly stirred up.
"What!? Little Spirit Fairy is here to gamble Spirit Ores again? Brother, help me grab a good seat!"
"Wait for me. I'll go there immediately after cutting this ore!"
"Who is Little Spirit Fairy?"
"You don't even know who Little Spirit Fairy is? You're too ignorant! She is the Spirit Ore Appraiser that is the best at 'searching for Spirit Stones and assessing Spirit Ores' in our Myriad Spirit Garden!"
"Not only so, but she's also a stunning beauty!"
"The one who is able to marry Little Spirit Fairy would earn it big time. Not only would one have such a beauty as their wife, but they would also not need to worry about Spirit Stones anymore."
As Shen Tian listened to the people's conversations beside him, he could not help but be curious about this so-called Little Spirit Fairy.
He followed the crowd and quickly arrived in front of a Spirit Ore Shop named "Sky Spirit Pavilion" and saw her in person.
It was a girl wearing an azure green long dress. As she was back-facing Shen Tian, he could not see her face. However, just those tender and slender white fingers and thin waist were enough to trigger people's endless imaginations, making their thoughts go wild.
It was not difficult to imagine that she was definitely a drop-dead gorgeous beauty.
Currently, what Shen Tian was observing was not her body and appearance, but the halo on her head.
Little Spirit Fairy was quite blessed by providence as the color of her halo was pure red. Although it was still mixed with a wisp of green light, it was already close to Qin Gao's halo quality, much better than most nobles.
To Shen Tian's surprise, he could see no image of a fortuitous opportunity in her halo. Naturally, Shen Tian was extremely puzzled.
Logically speaking, if she had any fortuitous opportunities, they would definitely appear in her halo.
Is it possible that Little Spirit Fairy will gain nothing good from cutting open ores?
Or is it possible that my ability does not work on her?
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Chapter 9: Drop-Dead Gorgeous Little Spirit Fairy
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Shen Tian stared at Little Spirit Fairy, as he wanted to see just how this girl was special.
"Your Highness, you're interested in her?" Eunuch Gui suggested, "How about just bringing her back to the palace? Concubine Lan would definitely be happy as she rests in peace if she knew Your Highness will get married."
Qin Gao also nodded his head and hurriedly gave his opinion. "That's right. That Little Spirit Fairy has peerless beauty. She's a perfect match with Your Highness." He could see how Shen Tian was observing Little Spirit Fairy.
Qin Gao had already started to cultivate the Demon Book of Hyuga and improved greatly. After coming in contact with the cultivation world, Qin Gao had once again understood how fearsome and precious that cultivation technique was.
However, at the same time, Qin Gao became more and more anxious. His Highness had saved his life and even taught him such a one-of-a-kind sutra. He was unable to repay this kindness.
If His Highness makes me dedicate myself to him, what should I do!?
That was why Qin Gao had hoped for Shen Tian to set his sights on Little Spirit Fairy with all his heart—it would be better for everyone.
Of course, Shen Tian did not know what Qin Gao was thinking. Had he known, he would definitely eliminate him even if he was blessed by providence!
Currently, people were flooding the doors of the Sky Spirit Pavilion.
The three of them had a hard time as they squeezed in the crowd. It was only after they had taken out a few ingots of silver that they snatched a good spot and were finally able to see Little Spirit Fairy's appearance.
If Little Spirit Fairy's back could make one's thoughts go wild, then Little Spirit Fairy's front was enough to make people feel so inferior that not even a hint of improper thoughts would appear in their minds.
She wore an azure green dress, and her corset drew the curve of her thin waist, which could be held with one hand.
She looked light and graceful, resembling a fairy that had descended to the world.
Meanwhile, her appearance was so pure and beautiful that it was like the heavens' most exquisite masterpiece.
Her gaze, her smile, just a look from her, and it was like she was shining.
Her appearance could even be compared to Shen Tian!
Surprisingly, not everyone wished to see Little Spirit Fairy—for example, the Sky Spirit Pavilion's Shopkeeper Song!
"Fairy, why are you here again?" When Shopkeeper Song saw Little Spirit Fairy, his smiling face was even uglier than crying. "The Exquisite Sapphire Tripod that you obtained the last time made me distressed for a total of half a month!"
Little Spirit Fairy smiled slightly, mesmerizing countless people.
"I heard Shopkeeper Song had another batch of good quality Spirit Ores, so I specially came to take a look.
"Since the shop is not closed, it should be open for business. Why? Does Shopkeeper Song not welcome me?"
"Of course not, how would I dare! I just hope Fairy can be lenient on me."
Shopkeeper Song wiped his sweat. There were really few people in Myriad Spirit Garden that would dare to offend Little Spirit Fairy.
If he dared to not let Little Spirit Fairy enter his shop, then those crazy fans would even block the entrance of his shop!
Little Spirit Fairy slowly walked into the Sky Spirit Pavilion, and her eyes scanned the shelves' rows filled with Spirit Ores.
Her eyes were vaguely shining with a golden light.
Instantly, exclamations could be heard from the crowd.
"Eyes shining with golden light! Is it possible this is Spirit Ore Appraisers' supreme godly technique—Ore Piercing Eyes?"
"Legends say that when one masters the Ore Piercing Eyes, then all ores will be clear as the sky is blue. One could see through the ores without any obstacles! It could be called invincible!"
"To be able to learn such a godly technique at just 16 years old, she's indeed Little Spirit Fairy!"
After listening to the crowd's exclamations, Shen Tian seemed to be deep in thought.
Is it because Little Spirit Fairy relies on her ability to choose ores? She's not relying on luck like everyone else... Is that why I'm unable to see her fortuitous opportunity?
However, such an explanation still feels a little forced!
As Shen Tian was feeling doubtful, he stared straight at Little Spirit Fairy.
She had already found the Spirit Ore she wanted in the Sky Spirit Pavilion.
"I've finished choosing, just this one!"
That ore was approximately the size of a person's head, grayish-black, unremarkable, and completely dull. It was not even placed on the shelves!
The price placed in front of it was 15 Spirit Stones. Even if it was converted to silvers, it was only 15,000 taels—extremely cheap.
"This..."
The instant Shopkeeper Song saw Little Spirit Fairy making her decision, he panicked.
She picked such a big one?!
Unfortunately for him, Little Spirit Fairy had already taken 15 Spirit Stones out of her purse and placed them on the counter.
She smiled gently and said, "Once chosen and paid, it's mine now. Whether I gain something or make a loss, there's no refund. Shopkeeper Song, you can't renege on it!"
"Alright..."
Shopkeeper Song let out a sigh as if he knew it was unavoidable that he would make a loss this time.
"Fairy, are you going to cut it open yourself, or should I arrange for someone to help you cut it?"
In Spirit Ore shops, cutting open ores was also a form of craftsmanship. For the same Spirit Ore, if it was cut open properly and the Spirit Qi was perfectly retained, then it could be sold at the maximum price.
Meanwhile, if it was cut wrongly, then it might even damage the Spirit Stones' core. In turn, that would allow Spirit Qi to leak out. It was impossible to contain it for a long time, so its value would drastically drop.
Therefore, the shop would also arrange for professional ore-cutters to help buyers cut open the ores they bought.
Naturally, such a service was not for free. If valuable Spirit Stones were obtained, the Spirit Ore shop would need to charge a 10% fee of the profit as the commission for cutting open the ore.
That was also one of the shops' main sources of income. One could earn a fortune, but the shop would never make a loss.
Little Spirit Fairy put away her purse and said, "Shopkeeper Song, you should know my rule. I only choose and never cut open myself."
After hearing that Little Spirit Fairy did not plan to personally cut open the ore, Shopkeeper Song's expression became brighter.
Well, the shop would definitely sell such a big ore sooner or later, so it's the same as selling it to anyone. If we sell to Little Spirit Fairy, we can at least earn the 10% commission.
"Fairy, please wait a moment. I'll immediately arrange for the best ore-cutter to help you cut open your ore."
Shortly after, the outer layers of the ore were carefully removed. When the remaining ore was the size of a fist, a shred of dark green light shone through the ore.
Its color and luster made one comfortable by just looking at it.
"She did it, she did it!"
"She's indeed Little Spirit Fairy! This is a raw Spirit Stone the size of a fist! It can be cut into at least 100 Spirit Stones!"
"What the heck do you know!? A raw Spirit Stone that is as large as a fist? There might be Spirit Crystals inside!"
"If there really are Spirit Crystals inside, just one would be worth 1,000 Spirit Stones!"
"I'm so jealous!"
Finally, the ore's outer skin was completely removed, and a crystal clear dark green raw Spirit Stone, which looked like jade, appeared before everyone.
In the raw Spirit Stone's center, a faint luster could be seen from the green-bean-sized crystal.
"Spirit Crystals! Spirit Crystals were really produced!"
Shopkeeper Song put on a long face. "It looks like Spirit Crystals were produced within the raw Spirit Stone. The price is estimated to be between 800–1,200 Spirit Stones."
Little Spirit Fairy smiled and said, "I'll just count it as 800 Spirit Stones and sell it to Shopkeeper Song!"
Shopkeeper Song's face was instantly filled with surprise. "Then I won't collect Fairy's commission fee. Please, wait a moment as I go and retrieve the agreed amount."
"As expected of Little Spirit Fairy, she's really generous."
"Shopkeeper Song, you should be content! If you let Little Spirit Fairy pick the ores, then you can even earn 400–500 Spirit Stones."
"That's right. Only my Little Spirit Fairy would be so nice and generous. If it were others, they wouldn't even let you earn half a Spirit Stone!"
"What do you mean, your Little Spirit Fairy? You're thinking of bullsh*t!"
"Why? What are you looking at? Are you trying to pick a fight?"
Although the atmosphere was gradually becoming intense, Little Spirit Fairy was still calm and collected. It was as if even the fact of obtaining hundreds of Spirit Stones could not affect her.
She was as aloof as a fairy.
"Shopkeeper Song is very generous in doing business. I will come again next time."
Upon seeing how Shopkeeper Song's face darkened again, Little Spirit Fairy covered her mouth and smiled lightly.
"Also, there's quite the number of good items within the ores that Shopkeeper Song has bought this time!"
Little Spirit Fairy turned and left leisurely.
"I had once vowed that I would only cut open one ore per day, so I will not pick another one today.
"If anyone is interested, you can try your luck, and maybe you might chance upon a fortuitous encounter!"
Before Little Spirit Fairy's voice faded, she had already disappeared from everyone's line of sight.
As she flicked her sleeve, she did not bring away even a wisp of dust.
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Chapter 10: How Could You Not Assault Her!
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Little Spirit Fairy—a drop-dead gorgeous beauty and graceful like a fairy.
Little Spirit Fairy's image was engraved in everyone's hearts. She was perfect and nobody should have improper thoughts toward her.
Everyone reluctantly looked at Little Spirit Fairy's departing back. They seemed just like those fans in Shen Tian's previous life—devout and obsessed.
"Little Spirit Fairy has left again. My love has left me too."
"Wake up, you have no love."
"What did Little Spirit Fairy say just now? She seemed to have said that there are plenty of fortuitous encounters in Sky Spirit Pavilion?"
"Little Spirit Fairy has learned the divine skill, Ore Piercing Eyes, and she is able to see through all ores. Since she said that there are good ores in the Sky Spirit Pavilion, then there definitely will be!"
"Brothers, it's our chance to get rich!"
"I think that gold Spirit Ore looks quite good. It has an exquisite shape and seems to be glowing. There's definitely a great treasure inside!"
"I think that green one is better! It has a peculiar shape, like a fairy hugging a Guqin1. Maybe, a Heaven Immortal might even appear from within!"
"Don't snatch! Mine, they're all mine!"
At that moment, the whole Sky Spirit Pavilion's business was flourishing.
Meanwhile, Shopkeeper Song's face, which was originally dark, had become slightly better.
Shen Tian had a silly look as he reluctantly stared at the direction Little Spirit Fairy had left.
It was not that he could not bear for Little Spirit Fairy to leave. He felt uneasy as he still had not figured out what was going on.
The ill-starred 13th Prince's only hope of changing his destiny was to freeload the fortuitous opportunities of those blessed by providence.
Unexpectedly, Shen Tian encountered someone whose fortuitous opportunity he could not check. Thus, he felt that she was a variable and such a change made Shen Tian feel extremely insecure!
"Your Highness, if you really like her, then go and court her!"
"That's right, Your Highness. Little Spirit Fairy is the one most suitable for you, don't let yourself regret it!"
Eunuch Gui and Qin Gao had noticed that Shen Tian's face was full of reluctance, so they both urged Shen Tian.
Shen Tian said indifferently, "Don't you know I am Country of Fire's 13th Prince? How could I stalk a girl!?"
Eunuch Gui whispered, "Your Highness, I saw someone sneakily chase after Little Spirit Fairy just now. That person did not look like someone good."
What!? Someone is sneakily following Little Spirit Fairy with bad intentions?
Once Shen Tian heard what Eunuch Gui had said, he was instantly filled with excitement.
Logically speaking, when shameless scoundrels were stalking a gorgeous beauty with bad intentions, she would be saved by the brave male lead, who would happen to be passing by. The beauty would be filled with gratitude and promise to marry the male lead to repay him.
Wasn't that the most commonly seen and classic plot in novels!?
Shen Tian had actually encountered such a plot—he was simply too lucky!
Since the villain and the beauty had already appeared, then the male lead would also appear shortly. The male lead would definitely be someone blessed by providence!
As long as Shen Tian could become friends with that providence-blessed someone, he believed that he would quickly encounter another fortuitous opportunity that could improve his halo's color.
Shen Tian was in a pleasant mood just from imagining this scenario!
Eunuch Gui looked at the smiling Shen Tian and could not help but remind him, "Your Highness, you won't be able to make it if you don't chase her now."
Shen Tian pulled himself together, and hurriedly said, "Let's go. We need to chase after them!"
Concubine Lan had taught Eunuch Gui the basic cultivation technique in the past, so his original realm had been at the 5th Firmament of Qi Refinement.
After starting to train in Demon Book of Hyuga, he had improved greatly, and within just three days, he had broken through to the 7th Firmament of Qi Refinement.
Coupled with the tracking mystic technique recorded within Demon Book of Hyuga, the three of them quickly chased after Little Spirit Fairy.
At that moment, Little Spirit Fairy had already left Myriad Spirit Garden and arrived at a remote alley.
She stood within the alley silently and said calmly, "Come out!"
Swoosh!
Suddenly, a person landed from the sky in front of Little Spirit Fairy.
He smiled and said, "Little Spirit Fairy, hand it to me!"
Indeed, it was extortion.
Qin Gao was impatient, so he asked quietly, "Your Highness, should we make a move?"
Shen Tian said calmly, "Fool."
"That's right, you're a fool." Eunuch Gui pulled Qin Gao back and explained softly, "Use your brain. That fellow is only robbing her, not assaulting her yet.
"If His Highness helps her now, at most, he will get a 'you're such a nice guy'.
"Little Spirit Fairy is very pretty, and that scoundrel will want to do more things than just rob her. At that point, we will make a move.
"The hero saves the beauty. His Highness is so handsome, how could that beauty not fall for him?
"I'm right, aren't I, Your Highness?"
After listening to Eunuch Gui's explanation, Qin Gao could not help but admire him with all his heart.
"Such a perfect plan! Your Highness, you're indeed very clever!"
Shen Tian rolled his eyes.
What nonsense! The reason why we have not made a move is simple—the male lead has yet to appear!
Shen Tian wanted to befriend that mysterious providence-blessed male lead, so he would wait for him to appear and save the beauty before he came out to help.
Then, since they would have been through thick and thin together, they would become close friends. Thus, it would be more convenient for Shen Tian to freeload his fortuitous opportunities in the future.
If Shen Tian helped her now and chased away the villain, the male lead might feel that there was no need to appear.
What if the male lead just directly left?
"Wait, let's wait for a while more!"
The three of them leaned on the rooftop and silently looked at that scoundrel extorting Little Spirit Fairy.
After Little Spirit Fairy saw that scoundrel blocking her way, she sighed and slowly untied the money pouch on her waist.
"Can't you leave some for me?"
The scoundrel smirked. "Of course! If you're willing to be my partner, then I can even let you have this whole bag of Spirit Stones!"
It appeared!
The legendary scene of assaulting a beauty!
Eunuch Gui was extremely excited. "Your Highness, we can make our move now!"
It's been 16 years! His Highness has finally grown up and become interested in girls.
As long as His Highness successfully saves Little Spirit Fairy and captures her heart, he will be able to continue the family line.
By then, Concubine Lan would be happy and be able to rest in peace.
Qin Gao was also extremely excited. "Your Highness, let's make a move!"
"Wait, let's wait for a while more!" Shen Tian was not in a hurry, he said calmly, "It's still not the time now."
That male lead has yet to appear!
At the other side...
When Little Spirit Fairy heard what the scoundrel said, her face instantly darkened. "Impossible, dream on!"
After that remark, she directly threw the pouch at the scoundrel and turned to leave.
Surprisingly, that scoundrel did not chase her.
Eunuch Gui panicked. "How can he not chase her!? Your Highness, we must make a move now. If we don't save her now, then Miss Little Spirit Fairy will leave."
It was already rare for the 13th Prince to encounter such a perfect opportunity, so how could he fumble the ball at such a crucial moment?
Eunuch Gui's heart was aching at Shen Tian's lack of action.
Shen Tian was also heart-broken—this was not the expected plot!
Logically, the scoundrel should have stopped Little Spirit Fairy with a lustful smile and prepared to assault her. Then, the male lead would appear at the right moment!
How could that villain be so dignified and even ask if Little Spirit Fairy would agree before wanting to assault her?
If she does not agree, you will not assault her?
Chase up to her and bully her, assault her, and possess her!
Where is your professionalism as a villain?
If you're so easy to talk to as a villain, how can the male lead become the hero that saves the beauty?
It's simply too disappointing!
Little Spirit Fairy walked further and further away, and she was almost out of the alley.
Shen Tian sighed. There was no other choice; he could only make a move himself...
Although the providence-blessed male lead had not appeared, Little Spirit Fairy was also someone with a red halo.
If he saved her now, then conveniently, he could also become friends with Little Spirit Fairy. He might be able to freeload Little Spirit Fairy's fortuitous opportunities. That was better than nothing!
After he made his decision, Shen Tian shouted loudly, "Scoundrel, how bold of you to dare to try and rob such a kind and beautiful woman in broad daylight!?"
Shen Tian took a deep breath and abruptly jumped down from the rooftop, landing in front of Little Spirit Fairy.
Bam!
Ah, darn it, who threw the banana skin!?
How could that person be so inconsiderate!?
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Chapter 11: Who Would Have Expected
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Shen Tian's sudden appearance shocked Little Spirit Fairy.
Who was the person that had descended from the sky?
Although he was extremely handsome, to the point it made Little Spirit Fairy's heart thump, he was just too showy!
He had just nicely stepped onto a banana skin when he landed from the sky.
"Fairy, please don't worry. I'll definitely protect you. With me around, he won't even be able to lay a finger on you!"
Shen Tian stood up with much difficulty and protected Little Spirit Fairy behind him.
He pointed at the scoundrel and said righteously, "Hey! Scoundrel, how bold of you to dare to try and rob such a kind and beautiful woman in broad daylight! You should be punished severely!"
That scoundrel was stunned. "Huh, scoundrel? Who is robbing a kind and beautiful woman!?"
Little Spirit Fairy pursed her lips behind Shen Tian and said, "I'm still a girl, not a woman yet!"
Shen Tian's mouth twitched.
Is that the main point?
Shouldn't the main point be that I descended from the sky and lent a helping hand to her righteously, being a hero saving the beauty?
"I'll give you a chance..." Shen Tian looked at that scoundrel coldly. "Return the Spirit Stones to Miss Little Spirit Fairy, and I can let you go, or else..."
That scoundrel laughed as he looked at Shen Tian with contempt. "Or else what?"
Shen Tian smirked slightly, revealing a smile that was enough to make tens of thousands of girls go crazy with love.
He shook his head gently, sighed, and said, "I've given you a chance. It's you who did not cherish it."
Behind him, Little Spirit Fairy pulled on Shen Tian's sleeve. "It's none of your business, and we don't know each other either. It's better for you to leave!"
"Don't know each other? Haha."
Shen Tian lifted his head slightly and looked into the sky at a 45-degree angle. Then, he said with a gloomy expression, "A lonely shadow can be seen beside the river. We're both cultivators, must we be acquaintances in order to show compassion as our paths cross?"
As she looked at Shen Tian's refined side-face and heard his posh words, Little Spirit Fairy's face turned slightly red. "But—"
Shen Tian interrupted Little Spirit Fairy. "There are no buts."
Then, he said righteously, "If we see injustice, we roar! When it's time to fight, we fight1
"As a cultivator, how could I turn a blind eye to your plight?"
The scoundrel flew into a rage from embarrassment. He scoffed and said, "As a busybody, you still want to become a hero and save the beauty? See how I'll teach you a lesson!"
After he finished, he gave a loud roar and charged toward Shen Tian.
A powerful aura was emitted from him. He was actually someone in the stage of Qi Refinement!
Little Spirit Fairy became anxious. "Don't fight, please stop fighting."
"Miss, don't need to worry for me, settling such a scoundrel is as easy as a piece of cake."
Shen Tian looked at that scoundrel in disdain. "Eunuch Gui!"
Instantly, a reply could be heard from Eunuch Gui, "Yes, young master!"
"Fight!"
"Understood!"
Before his voice faded, he started using techniques from the Demon Book of Hyuga.
Dark red Spirit Qi, with incomparable powers, exploded from Eunuch Gui. It seemed weirdly fantasy-like as he looked wild and evil.
He was covered by Spirit Qi, turned into a red shadow, and instantly appeared between Shen Tian and the scoundrel.
"Such a bold scoundrel! You dare to be disrespectful toward the prince!"
Eunuch Gui had purposely shouted that sentence.
Previously, Shen Tian had really miscalculated when he had stepped onto the banana skin, so most likely, Little Spirit Fairy's impression of him was not that good.
However, it was not much of a problem, as with Shen Tian's luck, it was normal for him to step on a banana skin.
Eunuch Gui thought that as long as he "unintentionally" exposed Shen Tian's identity of being a prince, it would be no problem for Shen Tian to capture Little Spirit Fairy's heart.
His Highness' happiness is what I seek in my life.
Scoundrel, die!
Eunuch Gui, who was 50 years old, punched with his old fist crazily, landing heavy blows on the scoundrel's body one after the other.
Ultimate speed equaled ultimate strength.
In the cultivation methods in the world, all except having the fastest speed could be defeated!
In front of Eunuch Gui's phantom-like speed, even if the scoundrel was in the Qi Refinement stage, he was weak and unable to resist at all.
In the blink of an eye, he had been hit hundreds of times and was full of injuries.
"Your Highness, this scoundrel has been subdued!"
After bringing the scoundrel under control, Eunuch Gui respectfully retreated to the side, leaving enough space for Shen Tian.
Now, it was time for His Highness' time to shine.
When seeing how Little Spirit Fairy was stunned with shock and was even a little cute, Shen Tian smiled slightly. "Miss, you're safe now. There's no need to thank me. This is something any cultured cultivator should do."
However, to Shen Tian's surprise, Little Spirit Fairy really did not thank him.
Unexpectedly, she ran to the scoundrel's side. She examined how tragic he looked and covered her mouth as if she was trying to endure her laughter.
Nevertheless, she still forced herself to ask with concern, "Are you okay?"
The scoundrel had already been beaten black and blue and had even lost half of his teeth. Air would leak out continuously when he spoke, so he could not speak properly.
"Yuu aktually log eat log!"
Shen Tian was filled with curiosity as he walked up to her. "He's done those things to you, and you still worry whether he's alright? Also... What is he saying?"
Little Spirit Fairy rolled her eyes at Shen Tian. She looked angry but happy at the same time. Also, it seemed like she was about to cry.
"He said, 'You actually dog eat dog!'"
Shen Tian was stunned, "What dog eat dog?"
The scoundrel looked at Shen Tian with bitter eyes and said with great difficulty, "Jash you vait, you ill pae for tis."
Shen Tian scratched his head. "What is he saying again?"
Little Spirit Fairy felt wronged as she said, "He said, 'Just you wait, you will pay for this.'"
Shen Tian was enraged. "You have angered me! You tried to rob such a kind and beautiful woman in broad daylight and still dare to threaten me, are you looking for death?"
Eunuch Gui tried to persuade Shen Tian, "Your Highness, please calm down. How about we beat him up again? Or how about just killing him?"
In that instant, that scoundrel was filled with terror. "Plish have macy, plish don't kell me."
Upon seeing that Little Spirit Fairy was about to open her mouth again, Shen Tian shook his head. "There's no need to explain, I understood it. Please have mercy, please don't kill me."
The scoundrel heaved a sigh of relief and nodded his head.
Little Spirit Fairy shook her head and said, "I just wanted to say I am not a woman, not a woman, really not a woman!"
Shen Tian was rendered speechless.
Little Spirit Fairy noticed the trio's suspicious looks and hesitated for a moment, but she still revealed the truth.
Actually, Little Spirit Fairy was not a so-called Spirit Ore Appraiser.
The person lying on the ground was not some scoundrel but the good-for-nothing son of Shopkeeper Song from Sky Spirit Pavilion.
Little Spirit Fairy had once learned some superficial Spirit Ore Appraiser techniques by chance.
Although it was impossible to appraise ores by just relying on such techniques, it was still possible to fool normal people.
In addition, Little Spirit Fairy's beauty was heavenly, and she naturally had a temperament that made her more approachable to people.
Therefore, an idea had struck her, and she had visited those Spirit Ore shops to cooperate with them. Thus, she had become the "marketing influencer" in the Myriad Spirit Garden.
Every time a store replenished their supply, they would invite Little Spirit Fairy to perform an act. They would take out a Spirit Ore prepared beforehand, and Little Spirit Fairy would pretend to buy it.
Then, after that Spirit Ore was sliced open right on the spot, its price would increase tens of times.
In addition, with the fans that Little Spirit Fairy had, it was easy to pull a large number of customers for the Spirit Ore shops.
There would be a certain chance for those customers to spend in the Spirit Ore shops.
Meanwhile, the Spirit Ore shops would give about 1% of the profits earned from those customers' spendings as remuneration for Little Spirit Fairy.
These situations were also not counted as rare since Shen Tian had met such people in all kinds of industries in his previous life.
These acts were present in all kinds of industries, such as hotels, restaurants, housing, gambling, swindlers, magic...
It was just Shen Tian who had never expected to encounter such a situation even after transmigrating into a cultivation world.
She looked like an otherworldly fairy, but who would have thought she was actually a shill!
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Chapter 12: There Is No Fate Between Us
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Shen Tian finally understood why he had not seen any fortuitous opportunities on Little Spirit Fairy's halo.
What fortuitous opportunities? She was just someone working!
All the items were prepared beforehand. It was not a fortuitous opportunity at all!
It would be weird if he actually saw something!
What a waste of time...
Shen Tian sighed and was about to leave.
Little Spirit Fairy pulled on Shen Tian's sleeve and asked, "What about him?"
Although the young shopkeeper was a horny pervert, he had not actually done anything yet!
He had been badly beaten up by Eunuch Gui and looked miserable.
Shopkeeper Song had some influence in Myriad Spirit Garden. If he did not settle it well, Little Spirit Fairy would have a hard time around this place.
Eunuch Gui thought for a moment and said, "Your Highness, let's just kill him!"
"Nonsense!"
Shen Tian walked up to the young shopkeeper and asked, "Why did you not tell me earlier? You really should have.
"If you had said so earlier, he would not have ended up like this. Am I right?
"I thought you were flirting with this lady here!"
Little Spirit Fairy interrupted, "I'm still a young girl! A girl!"
Shen Tian nodded. "Oh yeah, flirting with a girl. Serve you right.
"How about this. Let this be considered as a free lesson I taught you on behalf of your father, and we are good. Okay?"
Shen Tian pleaded sincerely, but it was not very useful.
Young Shopkeeper Song stared at Shen Tian with hatred.
Shen Tian scoffed. "Why? Still not happy about it? Wanna go back and tell your daddy and ask for his help?"
He took out a golden token from his pocket. It was imprinted with a red dragon on it. Shen Tian said, "Let me tell you this. I'm the 6th Prince in this country, Shen Aw.
"Little Spirit Fairy is with me now. Don't you dare try funny things on her!
"I'll be waiting in my palace if you are still unhappy about it!"
After that, Shen Tian turned around and left.
Little Spirit Fairy and Young Shopkeeper Song were stunned on the spot—one with admiration, one felt hopeless.
Young Shopkeeper Song's family was experienced with treasures and antiques, so he was very sure that the token was genuine.
Also, the way Eunuch Gui addressed him and his special voice convinced Young Shopkeeper Song that Shen Tian belonged to the royal family.
Unfortunately, he did not know that the number on the other side of the token was 13 instead of 6!
If he were just a normal prince, Young Shopkeeper Song had some ways to get his compensation.
The Song family in Sky Spirit Pavilion knew quite a few higher-ups in several countries. Even the royal family had to give them some face. That was why they could last in the industry of Spirit Ores that gave high profit.
However, the 6th Prince had an exceptionally high imperial status among all the princes.
Everyone in the country knew about the 6th Prince, Shen Aw. He had managed to reach the 9th Firmament when he was just 18 and would soon become a personal disciple of an Elder in the Grand White Grotto-Heaven. His future was very promising.
As long as nothing went wrong, Shen Ao would at least become a Perfected One in the Golden Core.
If he were lucky, he could even become a Supremacy at Nascent Soul.
Even Song's ancestors were only at the peak of Golden Core.
Geniuses like Shen Ao were not people the Song family could mess around with!
Almost instantly, the young storekeeper accepted what happened.
At least, he was still alive.
At the same time, Shen Tian had already escaped from the scene.
That's soooo embarrassing!
Shen Tian had enough of his bad luck.
Others would have a normal story plot after saving a beautiful girl.
But for him? The girl was a liar in cahoots with the shopkeeper!
What else could he say?
Please let me get rid of this black halo on my head!
Shen Tian had already given up on a red halo. He just wished for a green one!
Eunuch Gui tried to comfort the prince. "Your Highness, please be calm. It's just a mistake by chance."
Shen Tian looked at Eunuch Gui and asked, "Really? By chance?"
Eunuch Gui was taken aback by the question.
Judging by all these years... It seems perfectly normal for the prince to encounter this.
"It's okay!" Shen Tian scoffed out of a sudden. "I have a plan B in mind!"
Shen Tian was inspired by Little Spirit Fairy's way of earning money. Since she could let others believe that she was a Spirit Ore Appraiser and had so many followers... he could do the same!
After all, Little Spirit Fairy was just a fake, but Shen Tian could really see the images of fortuitous opportunities. As long as he managed to find some good Spirit Ore for people with halos showing the images, he would be famous in no time.
By then, the entire Myriad Spirit Garden would queue for Shen Tian's skill. He would then have plenty of chances to get rid of his black halo.
Shen Tian started his plan immediately.
He applied simple make-up, changed to a Dao robe, and pasted a fake mustache.
Then, he found a table and a chair by the Myriad Spirit Garden.
After that, he cut a red cloth into three pieces. One placed on the table and the other two hanging on the poles on the sides of the table.
On the left, it wrote: If we are fated, it will be free.
On the right, it wrote: If not, no amount of gold would fancy me.
On the table, there were some words beautifully written on it: Kindness in Charity.
Although the 13th Prince was unlucky, he had been practicing penmanship for the last 16 years, and no one could compare to his handwriting.
It was attractive just by the look of it!
"Come around, gather around!
"I'm Shen Aotian, the disciple of Supremacy Feyte in Dark Grotto on Nippon Mountain. I'm following my master's order and helping the right people to search for Spirit Stones and judge for Spirit Ores.
"There will be Spirit Stones in every ore I choose, and I will take no money from you. It will be yours as long as there is fate between us.
"Do not miss this golden opportunity!
"Follow my instructions, buy the Spirit Ore, and you will be rich!"
Eunuch Gui and Qin Gao looked at Shen Tian with mixed feelings.
"Uncle Gui, does the prince really know how to search for Spirit Stones by judging the ores?"
"Although the prince has a vast range of knowledge, this is something really hard and not possible to learn without a mentor."
"Then... Did the prince go mad because of what happened before?"
"Indeed, the prince is behaving weirdly lately. I was right after all! What should we do now? The imperial doctor is not around here."
Shen Tian said, "I'm not mad! I'm perfectly normal!"
These two fellows did not even bother helping me to shout!
Soon, someone got interested in Shen Tian's business and approached the table.
"Hey there. You will not take a single cent if there is a Spirit Stone inside?"
Shen Tian smiled confidently and said, "You have my words. I will not charge anything."
The guy asked again, "What if I listen to you and do not get anything from the Spirit Ore? Are you here trying to scam us?"
Shen Tian was stunned by the question, as he could not answer it.
My method is the same as Little Spirit Fairy's. Why has no one ever doubted her?
Why are these people so smart out of a sudden?
Could it be my black halo, again?
Shen Tian decided to trust his ability. He smiled and said, "I'm only here helping those people who have fate with me as an act of kindness. If there is treasure inside, you can have it all. If not, I will fully pay for your loss!"
I'll have the treasure with such full insurance?
I can't believe that something fell into my lap!
The passerby—let's call him Passerby A—got very excited.
He said smilingly, "Please, could you help me pick a good ore?"
Shen Tian stared at Passerby A for some time and shook his head.
"I'm sorry. There is no fate between us."
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Chapter 13: There Is Fate Between Us
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Passerby A was petrified. "Are you messing with me?"
Shen Tian felt very innocent. "I've already said. I'm only here helping those people who have fate with me. You are not one of them. How am I messing with you?"
Shen Tian stared at the white halo on Passerby A's head and shook his head.
Too bad!
You do not even have a spot of green on your halo, and there are no images of your fortuitous opportunity.
You are just not fated.
You want me to help you choose a good ore?
How do I find it?
Passerby A was very angry and clenched his fists.
Shen Tian reminded him kindly, "Brother, no violence in Myriad Spirit Garden. You will be fined."
Passerby A's mouth twitched. In the end, he backed off. He had finally accumulated some money, so it would be a pity to waste them on fines.
"Stupid liar! You wait here, I'm calling the Enforcers here!"
He left with a warning.
Shen Tian sighed and moved his 'shop' to another street.
You want me to wait here knowing that you are coming back with Myriad Spirit Garden's Rule Enforcers?
Do I look stupid to you?
Shen Tian had learned his lesson and decided not to talk more than needed.
As long as there were no images from the requestors, he would just say, "Sorry, you are not the fated."
He became more mysterious and professional that way.
Even with the mustache, he was still very handsome and had a royal aura around him.
Slowly, more people started to gather around him—most of them were females.
"You are so handsome~ The mustache makes you look like you have four eyebrows!"
"You are still young, right? Do you have any lover? Would you consider me to be your lover~"
"How could we not have fate~ We can always build our fate slowly, right~"
"You must be tired from all the work~ C'mon, let me help you to wipe the sweat off~"
Shen Tian felt very troubled, surrounded by all these comments.
Like he had said, they had no fate with him!
Why are they still crowding around me? They are just blocking my view to find the right people!
What work have I done so far? Where is the sweat?
LOL!
My first customer has yet to appear, and my face is going to be polished by you!
Eunuch Gui and Qin Gao stood at the side with admiration.
He was a true prince, indeed. He had much more wisdom than any of them.
Look!
Who needs to save a girl to get her affection?
Do we need it?
As long as the prince is seated right here, all the beautiful ladies would present themselves to the prince.
Although none of them looked decent, they were still females!
All the male onlookers were jealous of Shen Tian.
Eunuch Gui was very happy. "The prince is an adult now! Her Majesty would be happy for you if she knew it!"
Suddenly, a loud voice came from the end of the street.
"Ha! Caught you red-handed! Still trying to escape?"
Shen Tian followed the voice and saw that it belonged to the very first stranger—Passerby A—whom he had encountered earlier. He was leading a group of cultivators in Dao robes.
The leader of these cultivators was a sweet young girl. She was about 15 or 16 years old and had a loli face.
There was a strand of ahoge1 on top of her head, which made her look very cute. Despite her juvenile look, she had an incredible aura.
It was not someone in the Qi Refinement stage should have. She was at least at the Foundation Establishment stage!
"Your Highness, please be careful. This girl's cultivation level is high. I'm afraid I cannot beat her!" Eunuch Gui had a serious look on his face. "Let us just reveal our identity!"
They were still at the Country of Fire, and the prince's imperial status still worked. Even though Shen Tian might have gone a little overboard, the punishment should not be very severe.
Shen Tian smiled. "It's okay. They cannot do anything to me."
Soon, they were in front of Shen Tian.
Passerby A pointed at Shen Tian and shouted, "Look Fairy Li! This is the guy lying to everyone in Myriad Spirit Garden!"
The girl looked at Shen Tian, and her eyes lit up. Even her ahoge started to bounce around on her head.
She mumbled, "He doesn't look like a bad guy! Are you sure about it?"
Passerby A said, "Fairy Li! Please do not be fooled by his looks! I swear! He's a liar!"
Upon hearing this, the girls were not very happy.
"What? My darling looks so cute! How could he be a liar?"
"He already said! He only finds the ores for the fated ones. We're all willing to be conned by him, but he turned all of us away. Who the hell you think you are?"
"That's right! Someone with this handsome look cannot be a liar!"
"Do you have any idea how generous he is doing this? Why are you defaming him?"
"You are just jealous of my darling. Go die!"
"Die!"
"Die!"
"Die!"
Upon seeing that the situation was out of control, the girl finally spoke up. "Please quiet down!"
No one cared about her—the scene was still in a mess.
Cling!
The law enforcers behind the girl drew out their swords. Dozens of blade auras filled the sky as they pointed their swords at the crowd.
Everyone kept quite immediately.
Using force was indeed a faster and more reliable way to get people to listen.
The girl walked up to Shen Tian and smiled. "I'm Li Lian'er, a disciple of Grand White Grotto-Heaven. May I know you are?"
Shen Tian felt very lucky that he had not used Shen Ao's name this time.
If not, she would expose him right away.
He took a deep breath and said, "I'm Shen Aotian, a disciple of Supremacy Feyte in Dark Grotto on Nippon Mountain. Nice to meet you."
"Nippon Mountain? Dark Grotto? Supremacy Feyte?"
Li Lian'er scratched her head and said, "Hmmm. I've never heard of it before!"
Passerby A scoffed and said, "He is bluffing! Do not believe him, Fairy Li!"
Shen Tian replied calmly, "My master does not like to interact with others. He enjoys being alone at home. It's normal that you have not heard his name before."
"I see..."
Li Lian'er did not doubt about it since Eastern Wilderness was too big. Other than the 36 Grotto-Heavens and 72 Blessed-Lands, there were countless other Cave Abodes started by lone cultivators.
Thus, an unknown "Supremacy Feyte from Dark Grotto on the Nippon Mountain" was not really surprising.
What she wanted to confirm was whether this Shen Tian was a scammer.
Li Lian'er looked at Shen Tian and asked, "Do you really know how to search for Spirit Stones by judging the ores?"
Shen Tian replied confidently, "Of course."
"Prove it."
"If you are willing, I can help you find a good ore."
Li Lian'er looked at the banners set up by Shen Tian and felt confused. "But you say you will do it for people who have fate with you."
Shen Tian winked at Li Lian'er and replied. "Well... There is fate between us!"
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Chapter 14: The Mysterious Spell
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"...There is fate between us!"
Shen Tian's words quickly made Li Lian'er blush. Her ahoge started to bounce around again!
What... What... That's so straightforward!
I have fate with him? That's so embarrassing!
What should I do now?
Is this love?
It's still my first time!
Passerby A saw Li Lian'er's face was red and panicked. "Fairy Li! You cannot let this liar deceive you! He is not a good guy!"
"Shut up!" Li Lian'er came back to her senses. "I'll have the answer for that in a minute, and justice will be served!
"You better pray that he was really lying, or I'll charge you for defamation and detain you!"
Passerby A was on the brink of tears after the warning. Why was he getting the warning instead?
Li Lian'er looked at Shen Tian again. She tried to calm her fast-beating heart down and said, "Are you sure that we have fate?"
Shen Tian nodded. "I'm sure."
Li Lian'er smiled and said, "My instinct told me that my darling is not lying! I trust him!"
Then, she turned around and questioned Passerby A again. "Why do you defame my darling?"
That's it? The Enforcers' leader in Myriad Spirit Garden closed a case so easily!?
He can have his way just because he is good-looking?
He was just a monk a minute ago, and now she addressed him 'darling'?
Since when are you guys married? Stop messing around!
The Enforcers' vice leader decided to speak up for the poor Passerby A.
He reminded Li Lian'er softly, "Miss, we do not know the truth yet!"
Although this lady was a disciple from Grand White Grotto-Heaven and a beloved princess in Myriad Spirit Garden, there were a lot of dealers and customers in Myriad Spirit Garden. The Enforcers had to be fair.
Even though her background was special, she could not be an exception. Otherwise, their authority would be questioned!
Shen Tian smiled and said, "How can I prove my innocence?"
The vice leader replied, "You said you have fate with Miss Li, are you serious?"
Shen Tian nodded.
"Great, then can you find her 3 Spirit Ores, and we will see. If the Spirit Stones' total worth in these ores is worth double the cost, we will believe you. What do you think?"
He was trying to be very fair here.
Even an expert Spirit Ore Appraiser could not have a 100% success rate. It was normal for them to make mistakes once or twice in the process. Thus, 3 ores were a very fair number to judge Shen Tian's skill.
Shen Tian shook his head and said, "I'm afraid that cannot be done. Although we have fate, I can only choose one Spirit Ore for you."
Li Lian'er asked, "Why?"
Shen Tian lifted his head slightly and looked into the sky at a 45-degree angle. Then, he said with a mysterious expression, "There are order and rules in everything.
"I cannot tell you everything, and you cannot have everything. Fate will be gone if everything is there."
Dawn's sunlight shone on Shen Tian's face, and all the girls went crazy over his look.
"My darling is so handsome!"
"How could a liar be this good-looking? Are the Enforcers retarded?"
"One is enough! Why need three?"
"That's right! My darling will be tired."
"What are you saying? He is MY darling, okay?"
As the crowd started to become noisy again, Li Lian'er pondered over what Shen Tian said just now.
'There are order and rules in everything.'
'I cannot tell you everything, and you cannot have everything.'
'Fate will be gone if everything is there.'
Although it sounds simple, it contains the true meaning in Dao. Even the seniors from Grand White Grotto-Heaven would ponder over this when they heard it.
Li Lian'er was convinced that Shen Tian was not a scammer. She did not believe a liar could have his aura, wisdom, depth, and... looks.
Li Lian'er did not know the real reason why Shen Tian was only willing to choose one Spirit Ore for her.
The reason was really simple. He had only seen one fortuitous opportunity in her halo. Thus, Shen Tian was confident that he could get good stuff if he only chose one Spirit Ore.
He would be immediately exposed if he chose more than one. And he would be accused by everyone.
It was true that he might find other fortuitous opportunities in the other ores. But with the black halo he had on his head, anything involving probability would be a certain bad result for him.
The Enforcer spoke again. "Are you sure once is enough?"
Shen Tian smiled and replied, "Yes, I'm very confident in my skill."
He packed his stuff and started walking.
"Fairy Lian'er, come with me!"
Li Lian'er quickly caught up with Shen Tian.
The onlookers followed too.
Shen Tian entered a place called Sacred Spirit Workshop. This shop had been in Myriad Spirit Garden for some time, and its sales were comparable to Sky Spirit Pavilion.
There were dozens of shelves with many different kinds of Spirit Ore.
Some looked like a rhino, and some looked like eagles. Some others looked like a tripod, and some were just... ordinary.
Normally, if there were good stuff inside the Spirit Ores, their shapes would be distinct. But the converse might not be true.
The ores could be artificially made special-looking, too.
Shen Tian entered the shop, placed his banners on his left hand, and his right thumb started leaping from fingers to fingers.
He closed his eyes and started walking around while seemingly chanting some spell. "Ultraman, Avatar, Ironman, Vegeta from Kakarot..."
These were strange words that none of the onlookers had heard before!
The vice leader asked, "Miss, you are from the Grand White Grotto-Heaven, do you know what he's saying?"
Li Lian'er explained, "It's probably some advanced spell! Just listen, do not disturb me!"
Li Lian'er stared at Shen Tian and listened carefully.
Finally, Shen Tian was finishing his spell.
"Shark Chili Kabutaku, Virgin Mary from Paris, Zeus in Dota, and I did not use Cheat Engine!
"I demand you to show yourself!"
Then, Shen Tian pointed his banner at the Spirit Ore right in the middle of the shelf.
"This is the one, I saw it!"
Everyone followed his direction and saw a palm-sized turquoise ore.
It was the shape of a gourd and looked very smooth. The left side was completely purple, and the right side was completely green. It had a mysterious marking all over it and looked special indeed.
The selling price was... 100,000 Spirit Stones!
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Chapter 15: You Must Be An Actor
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100,000 Spirit Stones!
One Spirit Stone was worth 1,000 taels of silver. 100,000 Spirit Stones were worth 100,000,000 taels of silver! This amount was enough for normal people to spend for 100 lifetimes.
That was the price of a small piece of ore in ore gambling!
Of course, this Spirit Ore was considered Sacred Spirit Workshop's good-luck charm.
However, everyone looked at Shen Tian with a weird look when he pointed at this Turquoise Calabash Spirit Ore.
"Mr. Aotian, are you sure?" The vice leader reminded him, "Have you not heard the story of this Spirit Ore?"
Every Spirit Ore shop had its own good-luck charm in Myriad Spirit Garden. However, this Turquoise Calabash Spirit Ore was the most well-known among all the others.
The entire Myriad Spirit Garden had been shocked when the Sacred Spirit Workshop owner had found this ore.
Almost all the rich people and Perfected Ones had tried to bid on the stone. The highest offer had been more than 1,000,000 Spirit Stones!
However, after many Spirit Ore Appraisers' inspections, everyone's jaws had dropped. The ore had indeed been a treasure before. It contained a divine item that had great power.
Unfortunately, as time went past, the divine item's source had been lost, and now, it was just a useless item.
Its real worth was less than 10,000 Spirit Stones!
The owner of the Sacred Spirit Workshop could not accept the results and had invited many other Spirit Ore Appraisers to check the ore.
Nevertheless, the results were all the same—the ore had an amazing look, but the content was useless.
Everyone knew about the incident, and no one was willing to buy it anymore.
Sacred Spirit Workshop's owner had no other choice than using it as a good-luck charm in the shop. Thus, he had priced it at 100,000 Spirit Stones in hopes that one day a stupid rich guy would actually buy it.
Now, everyone was shocked that Shen Tian would choose this Turquoise Calabash Spirit Ore.
Passerby A suddenly started laughing. "Haha! You almost had me!"
He looked at Li Lian'er and added, "Fairy Li! Now we all know that he is a liar..."
"Shut up!" Li Lian'er interrupted him.
She looked at Shen Tian and said, "It is normal for Spirit Ore Appraisers to make mistakes sometimes. Darling, let's pick another ore."
Passerby A tried to say something again, but Li Lian'er's glare forced him to keep quiet.
Shen Tian smiled and said, "I'll not regret my choice. Fairy Li, you can open the ore now."
The vice leader frowned and said, "Miss, 100,000 Spirit Stones is not cheap."
He then looked at Shen Tian and said, "Shen Aotian, if you admit to your crime now, your punishment will just be severe. Once there are 100,000 Spirit Stones involved, the outcome will be different!"
Apparently, he agreed with Passerby A and believed Shen Tian was a scammer.
In his mind, he had chosen this Turquoise Calabash Spirit Ore so that they would not dare to buy the ore. In that way, he could get away.
There was a huge difference between lying and causing a loss of fortune for someone.
The punishments were like day and night.
For lying, it would just be a few days of jail.
However, if Lian'er really bought the ore that cost 100,000 Spirit Stones and did not gain anything good in return, Shen Tian would be imprisoned for at least 800 years!
As an Enforcer, he had to remind Shen Tian.
Upon hearing what the Enforcer had said, the people in the pavilion were all shocked.
"What? This guy is trying to scam someone from the Enforcers?"
"Wow, he's trying to convince this miss to buy this ore? Good job!"
"Shut up! Our handsome Dao priest just made a small mistake."
"That's right! He deserves another chance!"
"You, women, are stupid! It's so obvious he is a scammer. You believe him just because he's good-looking?"
"Of course! Why should I believe you, ugly freak!?"
"You are insane!"
Heated arguments resounded in the Sacred Spirit Workshop.
Then, a loud voice came from the crowd.
"Good! Nowadays' youths are indeed promising! It is very surprising that you are this talented in judging ore at this young age. You have my respect. You sure will be a very successful cultivator in the future!"
Only this man was on Shen Tian's side in the entire Divine Spirit Pavilion. Thus, he stood out, and everyone looked at him.
He was an old man in his 50s, with a gentle and smart look. He was wearing a Tang suit1 and was holding two walnuts in his hand.
He resembled a wise sage that had been through many ordeals.
He approached Shen Tian and asked with excitement, "Brother, do you really think that this Turquoise Calabash Spirit Ore contains fortuitous opportunities?"
Shen Tian nodded his head firmly and replied, "Yes, and it's a unique, fortuitous opportunity."
"Good!" The old man held Shen Tian's hand, feeling thrilled. "You have sharp eyes that could see the truth!
"I'm of the same mind, young man. This Turquoise Calabash Spirit Ore is covered in natural markings and was raised in a state of extremely rare Nirvana.
"Only those commoners would think that its source is depleted and it's useless now. Only a person with fate with it could catch a glimpse of life in this calabash. It will be a real fortuitous opportunity!
"Brother, it is a shame that we only got to meet now!"
The old man's speech touched Shen Tian. "Yes, it is indeed a shame!"
Then, the old man turned around and said to the crowd, "See? There is someone who believes in me!"
The vice leader's mouth twitched.
"He... is the owner of the Divine Spirit Pavilion... Mr. Liu."
Shen Tian was stunned.
What? He is the owner? That's awkward!
Suddenly, someone gasped in the crowd. Then, Passerby A clapped his hands and exclaimed, "I know! You must be an actor hired by the owner!"
Everyone's attention was back on Passerby A.
He pointed his finger at Shen Tian and accused him. "I knew you were up to no good! Admit it! Mr. Liu pays you for this, right?"
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Chapter 16: I am Touched, So Touched!
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"You deliberately set up a stall on the streets to attract passersby' attention, and then mention you will only judge ores for those who are 'fated with you'. However, you never really take up anyone's request!
"This is a trap! You were only waiting for the Enforcers to come for you, in order to trick Fairy Li!
"Your plan is to make Fairy Li buy the Turquoise Calabash Spirit Ore, which is obviously the greatest scam in the shop, isn't it!?"
Realization hit numerous onlookers' confused faces as they listened to Passerby A's analysis.
"Oh, I get it now! I previously thought he's just a simple liar, but now I realized—this is actually a series of deviously-plotted scams!"
"The Sacred Spirit Workshop actually uses such underhand methods! I will not patronize this shop again!"
"They are audacious indeed, to think they actually even dare to scam the Enforcers! They must be punished severely!"
"We cannot tolerate such profiteering merchants!"
As the protests got louder, Shopkeeper Liu's face paled.
"Everyone, please listen. I really did not know this young man beforehand!
"I swear with my whole dignity, should I know this young man beforehand, let me be struck by thunder!"
However, Shen Tian did not seem all that bothered about this situation. Upon seeing all the suspicious stares at him, he spoke calmly. "Well, it looks like you really believe that Shopkeeper Liu and I have planned this whole episode together. If so, allow me to ask some questions."
Passerby A sneered. "Let's hear what else you can make up!"
Shen Tian raised a finger. "First of all, if Shopkeeper Liu and I are really in cahoots, why wouldn't I take up more requests and open a few more pre-arranged ores before I met you? Shouldn't that draw more attention, and allow us to reap even more money off innocent passersby?"
Passerby A snorted. "You are deliberately not doing that, because your main purpose is to wait for the Enforcers to come. You want to scam Fairy Li! That's how downright shameless you are!"
Shen Tian laughed and commented, "Alright, let's go along with your assumption then. If so, here's my second question—since I am looking to scam some rich imbeciles, why wouldn't I choose someone who's stupider and with little background? Why must I choose to pit myself against the Enforcers?
"Unless yours truly here believe that the Myriad Spirit Garden's Enforcers are really a bunch of rich imbeciles, who would fall for such scams easily?
"Or are you assuming all the Enforcers are so rich from corruption that any one of them can easily fork out 100,000 Spirit Stones without batting an eyelid?
"Much as you want to believe that I am good at scamming, I must make myself clear on this: I am not that skilled enough to predict that Fairy Lian'er would be coming along with the Enforcers."
Sensing the Enforcers' unkind stares, Passerby A felt rather unnerved and let out a stutter. "Ah, I mean..."
But honestly, how should he respond to such questions?
A single mistake, and he would be offered the chance to "have a little talk" with the Myriad Spirit Garden's Ruling Committee!
After all, who was he to suspect the officials?
Shen Tian laughed again. "And here's my third question—honestly, if Shopkeeper Liu and I are really plotting everything together, why would he choose to come out and agree with what I said?
"Think carefully. When the whole world is against you, but there's this one person who insists on siding with you...
"Wouldn't this as well be announcing to the whole world that these two people are hiding some secrets? Do you think that if Shopkeeper Liu and I are really working together to scam people, either of us is as stupid as that?"
Passerby A persisted, "Well... Maybe both of you have arranged for this on purpose, so as to confuse us about your real motives. In that case, you can fool us and make us believe that both of you are not related!"
Shen Tian didn't know whether to laugh or cry at this comment.
"Now, allow me to enlighten you on what will happen if we really want to scam those wealthy fools and if we really want to sell off this ore!
"First of all, Shopkeeper Liu will need to find an easy target.
"This target must be rich, stupid, and someone who is unable to pursue charges against him. Not someone from the Enforcers team, who have so much influence over the Myriad Spirit Garden!
"Next, Shopkeeper Liu can find a pretty girl to first get close to him and befriend him.
"After that, this girl will introduce a supposed 'Spirit Ore Master' to him, and also find a few prepared ores so that the 'Master' can reveal his 'expertise' to the unlucky bloke.
"This is to let the rich-but-stupid guy understand that even though some Spirit Ores do not have great appearances, they might still contain great opportunities.
"After performing this act for a few more times, this guy will start to realize how superior it feels to stand up for something when everyone else is against it!
"After getting the full trust of this guy, the pair will then bring him to the Sacred Spirit Workshop.
"Here, Shopkeeper Liu will then advise this guy against buying the ore. He will say that this ore has been examined by other respectable masters before, and it most probably will not produce any useful items.
"But this stupid block, he will be so trusting of the 'Spirit Ore Master', that he insists on going against all advice and continue to buy it. Thus, he will cut open the ore...
"Sadly, this time round, luck is not on his side.
"Last but not least, when he turns back, he will find that both the pretty girl and the 'Spirit Ore Master' have run away already.
"Everything will be nicely planned out, and the Sacred Spirit Workshop will not need to take any responsibility for this 'unfortunate' event.
"After all, Shopkeeper Liu had already given his advice. But it's this guy who stubbornly refused to listen to him!"
Upon seeing that all the onlookers had flabbergasted looks on their faces, Shen Tian revealed a smile.
"Brother, don't you agree with me that this 'scam' of mine is more logical, and the chances of pulling it off are higher?"
After all, Shen Tian was previously living in the 21st century, an age of information explosion. He was just all too familiar with such scams, which were commonly heard of from the Internet!
Ssss!
Upon digesting Shen Tian's 'proposed' scam, one could hear the onlookers taking in sharp breaths.
This was such a devious, but perfect scam arrangement!
It was just plain terrible!
At the same time, Shopkeeper Liu couldn't help but cast a look of admiration at Shen Tian, while marveling at this brilliant idea!
Why didn't he think of it before!
Should he have thought of this idea, Shopkeeper Liu could have already sold this piece of rotten stone at a heavenly price!
Indeed, this young man's a talent!
It's such a pity to have not known him earlier, what a pity!
Meanwhile, Passerby A was still trying to debate feebly, "Then what evidence can you provide to show us that you are not related to Shopkeeper Liu?"
Shen Tian replied calmly, "Well, what evidence can yours truly here provide to show that I am not your blood-related father?"
"You!"
Shen Tian positioned his head at a 45-degree angle and looked up at the sky while announcing haughtily, "I have mentioned before: If we are fated, my services will be free. But if we are not, no amount of gold would fancy me.
"If Fairy Lian'er has trust in me, I will not disappoint her.
"But if she does not, even if she orders to have me arrested, I will still stand by my words—there are great opportunities in this ore!"
Shopkeeper Liu couldn't help but cheer secretly for Shen Tian in his heart, who wore an expression like he was ready to die a martyr's death.
How ingenious!
It was such a long time since he had come across such a talent that's so good at bluffing people.
If not for the fact that he was absolutely clear that this Turquoise Calabash Spirit Ore had nothing inside, he might really be taken in by Shen Tian's words!
Speaking of which, if Fairy Lian'er really decided not to open this Turquoise Calabash Spirit Ore in the end, the Enforcers couldn't do anything to Shen Tian. After all, he had not made other transactions with anyone else before this, and there's no evidence that he would fail at predicting ores.
When the Enforcers had no evidence, how could they malign innocents?
At the same time, as Li Lian'er watched Shen Tian's melancholic expression, she felt as if something was pulling at her heartstrings.
This man was such a reputed Young Master, and it was heart-wrenching to see him being implicated by these circumstances.
Just look at his deep features, which revealed his melancholy, just look at his clear, innocent eyes...
How could such a man be a scammer!
He must feel so lonely to be misunderstood by the whole world!
"I believe him!"
Li Lian'er was ever more certain of her trust in Shen Tian.
Since Brother Shen mentioned that he's fated with me, I will trust him!
Even if the whole world misunderstood you, I would stand by you!
In any case, 100,000 Spirit Stones are not that great an amount. At most, I will just sell my sword!
But this would be worth it for Brother Shen!
Li Lian'er took out her purse then and commented, "Brother Shen, Lian'er believes you. However, I only have 50 Spirit Crystals with me now. Please wait for me as I—"
"Sold!"
Just when Li Lian'er was about to proclaim she would sell her sword, Shopkeeper Liu stopped her in mid-way and announced with tears in his eyes,
"Just to support Fairy Li's trust in Priest Shen, I am willing to sell this ore off at this low price!
"I shall sell it off at a 50% discount, at my own will!"
He took Li Lian'er's purse from her hands while wiping his tears. "This is so deeply moving, it's enough to touch the Heavens and Earth! I am touched, so touched!"
After counting the number of Spirit Crystals in the purse, Shopkeeper Liu had tears rolling down his cheeks.
He patted his chest and said, "Fairy Li, Priest Shen, and I take to each other right at our first meet-up. I regret not knowing him earlier. By putting your trust in him, you believe me too!
"To express my gratitude, I will arrange for the best ore-cutter at my Sacred Spirit Workshop to help you open the ore for free!
"No matter what kind of opportunities are revealed, I will not request for further fees!
"And don't ask me why I am behaving as such—I am just so touched that I am willing to do anything to commemorate such a touching scene!"
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Chapter 17: I So Regret Not Knowing You Earlier!
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As one of the most popular Spirit Ore shops in Myriad Spirit Garden, the Sacred Spirit Workshop had its own ore-cutters.
When The ore-cutter heard that someone had bought the Turquoise Calabash Spirit Ore and he was called upon to open it, he was in a state of shock.
Honestly, that item was priced at 100,000 Spirit Stones—why would anyone in the right mind buy it?
That buyer must be a fool!
However, much as though he did not think much of this ore, he still proceeded to open the ore as instructed by the boss.
In any case, it wasn't him who'd spent the money.
All the onlookers focused their attention upon the sharp ore knife, as it cut through the external layers of the Spirit Ore. All of them did not dare to move their eyes apart, for fear of missing out on any details.
Although renowned Spirit Ore Appraisers had once predicted that there was nothing of value in this particular Spirit Ore, what if they were mistaken?
There was no way they would miss out on such a miraculous moment!
However, as the layers of stone coverings were being cut off, their excitement turned into disappointment.
What those Masters said before was true. This Turquoise Calabash Spirit Ore is indeed just a piece of junk.
Even though the ore-cutter cut down to the ore's innermost layer, there were no sightings of any Spirit Stone or at least some fragments of it.
What was left was only a dull and rotting pitch-black little calabash.
"How can this be? It shouldn't be like this!"
"This Spirit Ore ought to contain great opportunities! Why do we only see this rotting calabash?"
There was a look of utmost 'shock' on Shopkeeper Liu's face, as he turned to face Shen Tian.
"Priest Shen, I feel so sorry for you! I am at a loss of how to help you now," commented Shopkeeper Liu, who looked extremely sincere and apologetic.
On the other hand, Passerby A was reveling in this outcome. He threw a look at Shen Tian and chided. "Now, now! Let's see what else you can come up with!"
Shen Tian ignored Passerby A's comment, smiled, and commented, "Shopkeeper Liu, that's really too courteous of you. You have a sharp eye for spotting ores, and you have already seen past the facade of this little calabash. Why should you keep us in suspense and crack such a joke with me?"
Following which, he walked toward Li Lian'er and asked politely, "Fairy Lian'er, can I borrow your sword?"
Li Lian'er nodded, took her sword out of its sheath, which she carried behind her back, and handed it to Shen Tian.
Cling!
Like sharp rays of sunlight reflecting off the surface of a water body, shafts of cold light bounced off the sword's edges, blinding the onlookers' eyes for a brief moment.
By anyone's standards, this was a great sword!
All except for the fact that it was a teeny-weeny bit too heavy for Shen Tian—he had to use all his might to wield the sword.
Without further ado, he smashed the sword down upon the rotten black calabash.
Clang!
When the sword hit the calabash, the sound of hitting metals together was produced.
Although the calabash was small, it was surprisingly hard. However, it was still rotten nonetheless—so it was slashed into two halves with the sword.
However, what's shocking was that a glistening seed dropped out from the interior of the cut calabash.
Gentle rainbow-like rays were emitted from the seed, forming a bright but welcoming halo. One could see faded images of auspicious beasts, the likes of dragons, phoenixes, qilins1 and Bi Fang birds2 revolving around in the halo.
Following which, faint sounds reciting the teachings of Dao were heard. Amidst the profound ramblings, one could feel an inexplicable uplifting of their spirits, and some even felt like they had finally attained enlightenment.
Obviously, this calabash seed was no ordinary item. It must be an invaluable fairy seed!
Shen Tian picked up the seed and placed it in Li Lian'er's open palms.
He smiled gently and commented, "As I have promised, I will not disappoint you!"
Li Lian'er was so dazzled by this charming smile that she didn't even bother to further examine the fairy calabash seed in her hands.
Brother Shen—oh, her darling—had stayed true to his words!
At that moment, the onlookers finally recovered from their shock.
"A seed? Wasn't it said that the Spirit Ore's energy was depleted, and it only contained a piece of junk?"
"Are you blind? How can a piece of junk nurture seeds? Unless... This is not an enchanted armament, but a real, fresh calabash?"
"But the seed's emitting rainbow rays—this seed seems really extraordinary!"
"Ha, just like what I said before—Brother Priest is so handsome, how can he be a scammer!?"
"You bunch of mediocre commoners can never, ever understand Brother Priest's real intentions! This whole episode is so ludicrous!"
As Shopkeeper Liu stared at the seed that Li Lian'er was holding on to, a thought came to him.
Can this be the legendary Seven-Treasure Fairy Calabash Seed, which was ranked at the 36th position on the Spiritual Wood List?
When Shopkeeper Liu thought of this possibility, he felt as if his whole world had fallen apart. He really felt like crying now!
To appreciate why Shopkeeper Liu was feeling as such, one must first understand how things were like in the cultivation world.
In this world, other than Spirit Stones and enchanted armaments, people also sought after various kinds of rare items to help them in their cultivation. To help people recognize such items' value, cultivators had cataloged these items accordingly, based on their elemental nature and how precious they were.
This catalog covered all kinds of items, and it could be divided into sublists of "Immortal Metal List", "Spiritual Wood List", "Absolute Water List", "Exceptional Fire List", and "Mystic Earth List".
As mentioned previously, this Seven-Treasure Fairy Calabash was ranked at the 36th position on the Spiritual Wood List. This was an exotic immortal plant, a rare, almost extinct breed!
It was said that the Seven-Treasure Fairy Calabash could emit rainbow-like rays, which would, in turn, give rise to seven types of Mighty Prowess!
When this calabash was ripe, these seven types of Mighty Prowess would reach their maximum powers, and anyone who owned such skills would be able to command the world.
Even if a few thousands of cultivators attacked this person at the same time, they would not be able to harm them. In fact, this person could still kill every single of the attackers!
Other than that, the most valuable part about Immortal Plants was that they could live for a long time—as long as ten or more times the lifespan of a normal cultivator.
If one could find the young seedling of such Immortal Plants and make it recognize them as its owner before it grew a mind of its own, the Immortal Plant would guard them loyally. Should it receive great care, the Immortal Plant would also grow to protect its owner's descendants and disciples, becoming the whole sect's Guardian Plant!
Even for major sects like the Grand White Grotto-Heaven Sect, this would be an invaluable treasure to own.
After all, if this plant was well taken care of, it could see dozens of generations of people to their deaths... Cough, provide protection for dozens of generations of people in the sect!
If Li Lian'er could make this Seven-Treasure Fairy Calabash Seed recognize her as its owner and nurture it till it fully ripened, she would rise in ranks in the Grand White Grotto-Heaven Sect.
And for sure, that would be a great rise in ranks—in fact, there was a possibility that she could become the main candidate to lead the whole Grand White Grotto-Heaven Sect!
As for the monetary value of this calabash seed...
Excuse me, the value of Immortal Plants couldn't be measured just by any amounts of money.
This was because even if one were able to afford millions or billions of Spirit Stones, no sects in their correct minds would sell such treasure to others.
If one really must get it, they had to try exchanging for it with an extremely rare Immortal Sutra—now, that might work!
Of course, although the Seven-Treasure Fairy Calabash Seed was a priceless treasure, Shen Tian was not interested in it.
The reason? Simple, because there wouldn't be any good outcomes if this seed ended up with him.
To be very honest, given Shen Tian's disastrous fate, which did not allow him to nurture even a single stalk of Purple Epiphyllum—just imagine what good would happen if he insisted on growing this Seven-Treasure Fairy Calabash!
Probably, on the very same day he brought this seed home, he could misplace it immediately. Or else, just like the poor Purple Epiphyllum, this plant could be eaten up by some stray cats or dogs the very day it was planted. Or it could be destroyed by some naughty kids.
There was a 90% or more chance of such events happening!
Other than that, the most important reason why Shen Tian had no interest in this seed was that this seed would be hard to nurture, and it grew very slowly.
One needed to wait for at least 800 or 1,000 years before it could fully ripen.
Meanwhile, it had to be fed with all sorts of immortal liquids, Spirit Stones, and other enchanted items consecutively. This would require a great pool of resources, and not any ordinary sects could afford this.
Shen Tian doubted whether other than the Grand White Grotto-Heaven Sect, which was ranked within the top 10 sects of the cultivation world, any other sects could afford such a seed.
Given Shen Tian's background, he would be squeezed dry of all his money in a few days, should he really nurture such a seed!
Despite all these rounds of internal debates with himself, Shen Tian still couldn't help but feel heart-wrenched at seeing such a seed ending up with somebody else.
After all, this was the priceless item, the Seven-Treasure Fairy Calabash Seed!
If not for the fact that his main aim was to change his fate, how could he bear to part with such an item?
What's worth celebrating though, was that the moment he decided to let go of the Seven-Treasure Fairy Calabash, he felt as if something had been lifted from his body.
That odious black halo above his head became shallower. In fact, there was a portion that seemed to fade off, and overall, it looked less depressing.
Should Shen Tian continue meeting such encounters, he believed he could change his fate and become that lucky guy he longed for in no time to come.
As long as he could change his fate, what would a calabash seed even matter to him? He could obtain as many fortuitous opportunities as he wanted, given his 'buffs' as the main character!
Just wait and see! When I transform my fate such that I have a golden halo, I will build a whole storeroom containing all the rarest seeds in the cultivation world! Ha!
When Shen Tian thought of that, he felt much better. And when he saw Shopkeeper Liu's expression, he felt even more satisfied.
He patted on Shopkeeper Liu's shoulder and commented smilingly, "Indeed, as you commented, only a fated person would be able to see the mere glimpse of life in this calabash and the hidden treasure that was raised in a state of extremely rare Nirvana. This Turquoise Calabash Spirit Ore bore the Seven-Treasure Fairy Calabash Seed. This is such a cause for celebrations!
"Shopkeeper Liu, in this whole world, only the two of us were able to see through its facade.
"And not only did you not take advantage of this fact to set a high price for it, you even sold it off to its fated owner at a discount of 50%!
"Shopkeeper Liu, you are the model businessman with extremely high morals!
"I so regret not knowing you earlier!
"This is so touching, so touching indeed!"
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Chapter 18: Lotus Swordsman, Li Changge
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After listening to Shen Tian's compliments, the crowd started to praise Shopkeeper Liu too.
"That's right! We were wrong about Shopkeeper Liu and the Sacred Spirit Workshop."
"No wonder he is the Sacred Spirit Workshop's owner. He could see the inner beauty of this Spirit Ore! Respect!"
"I take back my words about not coming back to the Sacred Spirit Workshop. Shopkeeper Liu, I apologize! You are a true businessman with a conscience!"
"You knew the value of the item inside and yet put it in the shop waiting for people that have fate with it to buy it! You are smart!"
"Next time, I'll only visit the Sacred Spirit Workshop to buy Spirit Ores. Shopkeeper Liu is such an honest businessman!"
"Only if everyone was as kind as Shopkeeper Liu, would the entire world be a much better place!"
While everyone was complimenting him, Shopkeeper Liu's heart was dripping blood, but he forced himself to smile.
"That's my duty.
"Thank you, everyone, for your support. The Sacred Spirit Workshop will have more good items in the future to repay your support!
"Now that the treasure has found its rightful owner. I'm...
"I'm very touched... Very touched...
"Please excuse me for a while. I'm tearing up."
In the end, Shopkeeper Liu shed real tears, which fell onto the floor one after another.
Everyone started to respect him.
See, that is the true definition of a businessman!
His honesty and generosity are indeed something everyone needs to learn from!
Li Lian'er stared at Shen Tian as though she was petrified.
The vice leader nudged her before she came back to her senses.
Li Lian'er held the calabash seed that was emitting a rainbow glow and said firmly, "I cannot have this seed! My darling chose this Spirit Ore. How can I keep the fortuitous opportunity for myself!?"
Shen Tian smiled and said, "I've already said that I will not take a single cent if we have fate with each other. You can have it."
"But this is a priceless treasure! It is too precious for Lian'er!"
Although Shen Tian wanted to keep the seed for himself badly, he wanted his black halo to disappear too.
Unlike a skill book, this is solid and cannot be shared.
Split the seed into half?
Not possible!
What's the value in this seed if it's damaged?
Shen Tian had no choice but to give the entire seed to Li Lian'er. Otherwise, he would remain unlucky as ever.
That's not happening!
Shen Tian quickly said, "That's not entirely right, Fairy Lian'er. Although this seed is a treasure, the fate between us is worth so much more!
"When everyone was questioning me, only you believed me.
"Everything happens for a reason. Unless do you think our fate is nothing compared to this seed?" Shen Tian asked warmly with a smile.
All the girls were charmed by his look and words. Thus, a commotion broke out in the Sacred Spirit Workshop again.
"Woah! You are soooo sweet!"
"See! I knew he was not a scammer!"
"I know, right? He should be Brother Celestial!"
"I'm so jealous of Fairy Lian'er! She only spent 50,000 Spirit Stones to have a fate with Brother Celestial! I want it too!"
"Brother Celestial! Can you see if there is fate between us too? I don't mind being the third party!"
"Me too! Me too! I just want to spend one night with you!"
Li Lian'er's face blushed as she listened to all the comments.
So... this seed is the proof of the fate between Brother Shen and me?
Or is this a love token?
Li Lian'er's imagination ran wild.
She held the seed in her hand carefully and said, "Brother Shen, I'll nurture this seed to the best of my ability and let it grow!"
Li Lian'er had made up her mind.
She would make sure the seed germinated so that if she met Brother Shen again, he would be proud of her!
She would not let Brother Shen down!
Suddenly, a creepy voice came from the Sacred Spirit Workshop.
"Since no one wants the seed, I will keep it!"
Dense black smoke spread and quickly engulfed the entire Sacred Spirit Workshop. Then, a shadow appeared and rushed toward Li Lian'er, trying to snatch the seed.
"Who are you? How dare you mess around in my Sacred Spirit Workshop!"
Another man appeared in the workshop and pounced at the intruder.
Boom!
An intense battle erupted in the smoke, but soon, a man was sent flying out of the smoke and landed on the ground, badly hurt!
It was the Sacred Spirit Workshop's guardian!
"Wow, there was actually a Golden Core Perfected One stationed in Sacred Spirit Workshop? Not bad!
"However, I'm the Patriarch! You are no match!"
The man covered in smoke laughed loudly, before he focused his sights on Li Lian'er again.
There were many experts in Myriad Spirit Garden, and Li Lian'er was the daughter of someone with great power. He had already made a plan for his escape. Although it was very risky, it was worth it!
As long as he managed to snatch the seed and sell it to a Holy-Land or Grotto-Heaven, he would be rich!
He was only five meters away!
Although the seed was not in his grasp yet, he could still feel the power it emitted!
"Ranked 36th on the Spiritual Wood List, Seven-Treasure Fairy Calabash Seed. It is powerful, indeed! I can finally enjoy the rest of my life!" he exclaimed in excitement.
Suddenly, a voice appeared out of nowhere. "Oh? Really?"
Then, that person started chanting in the Sacred Spirit Workshop.
"Befall! The Holy Water! Come! My Lotus Sword!"
Many sword auras appeared as the chanting continued and formed the shape of a lotus flower. Then, it divided into two flowers, then doubled and doubled again... The entire room was filled with lotuses in no time!
There were so many lotuses that even the sunlight could not shine into the workshop.
"Supreme Wine is made just for Grand White! Good wine!"
After the chanting came to an end, the condensed blade aura flew out like an arrow.
The black smoke dispersed instantly and sunlight bathed the Sacred Spirit Workshop again!
At the same time, a loud scream echoed. "Argh!!!"
Then, a white-robbed man appeared in the center of the Sacred Spirit Workshop. He had long hair, a wine gourd in his hand, and his whole person exuded a strong aura.
He looked satisfied after taking another sip of wine, but his sword made him look stern. Yet, his face was very handsome!
If there was a Celestial Swordsman, he must be the one!
Underneath his feet, there was an old man in a black coat. His dantian was pierced, and he was unable to fight anymore.
"It's him! The genius in Grand White Grotto-Heaven! Lotus Swordsman, Li Changge!"
"The fellow who lost looks like an outsider evil cultivator. His name is Negar, the Patriarch! Supposedly, he is a powerful Golden Core cultivator!"
"He could materialize the sword auras into a lotus. Has he broken through the greater mastery of the Lotus Sword Sutra?"
"He defeated Negar at such a young age! That's so strong!"
"He may be good-looking, but he's not comparable to our Brother Celestial!"
"I prefer Brother Celestial too. I don't like men who drink!"
"I know, right? Who knows what they'll do when they are drunk. There might even be domestic violence! Brother Celestial is a much better choice!"
"I think so too! Brother Celestial is more handsome too!"
"1!"
The crowd's comments slowly dumbfounded Li Changge. For the first time, he was not the focus of discussion.
Then what's the point of me showing up in this style!?
To make the matter worse, his beloved sister, Li Lian'er, was staring at another man without even bothering to greet him!
Li Changge was deeply annoyed by it!
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Chapter 19: I Cannot Take This Anymore
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"Relax, Lian'er. Your brother is here. No one can hurt you!"
Li Changge slowly moved between Li Lian'er and Shen Tian, forcing his presence on Lian'er.
He said firmly, "Even if a Curmudgeon in his Nascent Soul realm appears, he cannot harm you unless he kills me first!"
Li Lian'er pushed her brother to the side and replied, "Brother, I can protect myself. Just help me protect my Brother Shen."
MY Brother Shen!?
Since when were you two this close?
And you are asking me to protect this stranger?
Seriously!?
Li Changge's mouth twitched uncontrollably. This sudden development shocked him greatly.
"Erm... Sis, how long have you two been acquainted? You are from the Li Family. You must be more reserved!"
Li Changge was very worried and certain that their father would kill him if he found out what he had done.
First, he had secretly brought his sister to Myriad Spirit Garden to visit their grandpa. And to make matters worse, his sister was now in love with a random guy she had met on the street!
The entire Grand White Grotto-Heaven knew that the Li Family only treasured the daughter. Li Changge was purely an extra in the house.
Their father protected Li Lian'er to a great extent. Countless disciples in the Grand White Grotto-Heaven had tried to court Li Lian'er, and all of them had ended up getting beaten up.
If Li Changge could not bring back his sister, he could say goodbye to the family too.
"What the hell did you do to my sister?"
Li Changge clenched his fists while staring at Shen Tian angrily. It seemed that a fight was just about to break out.
However, before either one of them could make a move first, a shadow swiftly stood in front of Shen Tian.
It was Li Lian'er!
She stared at Li Changge alarmingly and said, "Brother, what are you trying to do to my Brother Shen?"
Upon seeing how his sister behaved, Li Changge started to have a very bad headache.
What am I trying to do? You should really ask yourself what you are trying to do to him!
Li Changge took a deep breath and said, "Lian'er, listen to me. It's time to go back."
Li Lian'er shook her head firmly. "No! Brother, do you even know what love is? Do you know what love at first sight is?"
Shen Tian and Li Changge were rendered speechless.
I cannot take this anymore!
Li Changge had been forced to practice swordsmanship since young and did not have any interaction with others.
Of course he did not know what love is! He did not have a lover, either!
However, it was not a good reason for letting his sister run away with a stranger. It was also not a good reason for him to get severely punished by their parents!
Li Changge felt helpless, so he said with a pleading voice, "Lian'er, trust me! That is not love! That is just... your hormones."
Li Lian'er was enraged. "Nonsense! We are fated to be together! See! This is proof of our love!"
Li Lian'er took out the rainbow calabash seed and showed it to her brother. Her ahoge started bouncing again.
Shen Tian, "..."
This is proof of your love?
Do you want to raise a bunch of calabashes?
Help!
Relationships are not a joke!
Li Changge's mouth twitched even more. "Dad and mom will not agree to this."
Li Lian'er snorted. "I don't care! If they do not agree, I will elope with my darling!"
Shen Tian, "..."
Li Changge felt like crying. He was the one to blame for his sister's extreme thoughts now. He had told her many love stories involving cultivators and elopement, and these ideas had deeply taken root in her head.
Sister, trust me. Nothing good will ever happen in elopement cases!
"Lian'er, you don't even know where he came from, and you want to run away with him?"
"So what! Our grandpa had many lovers too. Not like every single one of them had a decent family background!"
Li Changge started to feel a little suffocated.
Is it just because this guy is slightly good-looking?
Please, my sister, you are putting shame onto our family!
Being handsome is not everything in life!
Although Li Changge felt helpless, the crowd was very excited by this developing drama. Everyone kept quiet, hoping to see what would happen next.
Eunuch Gui and Qin Gao had long blended in the crowd and were gossiping with each other.
Eunuch Gui said, "Wow! The prince is really good at this! Even Grand White Grotto-Heaven's princess wants to elope with him! Her Majesty would be so happy if she knew about it."
Qin Gao replied, "She is such a good girl! The prince should just accept her! That's true love!"
Li Changge was very uncomfortable with all the attention from the crowd.
"This is my family issue. Please do not gossip about it!"
After saying that, the sword on his back released a strong blade aura and forced the crowd back by a few meters.
Li Changge grabbed Li Lian'er and Shen Tian and disappeared miles away.
It was a very skillful move!
"No one will disturb us here."
Li Changge tried to persuade his sister again. "Lian'er, be a good girl and return with me."
"No! No! I'll bring my darling back and marry him!"
Li Changge scratched his head and said, "Oh no! Trust me, he will die if you say that to our parents."
Our father has even beaten up Grand White Grotto-Heaven's disciples!
Who knows what our father will do to this guy if he learns that you're trying to marry him!
Our parents are way more protective than me!
Li Lian'er was very angry now. "Don't force me! If I cannot be with my darling, we will commit suicide together!"
"STOP! Relax! Chill!"
Shen Tian finally found an opportunity to cut into the conversation.
Li Changge asked, "Why? Do you even care about my sister?"
Shen Tian asked carefully, "Will our... I mean, your parents really kill me?"
Li Changge nodded. "Unless you're blessed by providence, the extreme kind, you will die for sure."
Extremely good providence?
Or I will die for sure?
That is certain death!
"Fairy Lian'er, there is a mistake here."
Shen Tian tried his best to explain now as his life was at stake. "Although there is fate between us, fate and love are different things.
"Also, I'm more passive in terms of relationships. I don't like things going too fast."
Li Changge stared at him.
That does not mean you guys can start slow!
Shen Tian's explanation shocked Li Lian'er. "But we had made a deal! You will come back for me when this calabash grows up!"
Shen Tian was rendered speechless yet again.
What deal?
Since when?
Why am I not aware of it?
Why are you making up this story?
Shen Tian glanced at Li Changge at the side and decided that his life was more important than this charade. Thus, he said, "Even though I helped you choose a Spirit Ore, that is not love. Truthfully speaking, that is not love at all!"
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Chapter 20: Please Stop Imagining Things
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"How is that not love? Darling, you don't have to be afraid of my parents. I'll protect you!" Li Lian'er pulled out her celestial sword and said, "Brother, if you force him to leave me, I'll kill myself right here!"
Her ahoge danced around in the wind madly.
It was like a sword trying to fight the unfairness in its destiny!
Li Changge and Shen Tian were rendered speechless.
Shen Tian questioned himself if he really was in a cultivation world.
Now what?
A fake ore-gambling master, followed by a mad fangirl?
In the past, he had been under the impression that the stories about fans dying for their idols were a joke.
Now, it seemed that Fairy Lian'er was a very good example.
They had only met for the first time and less than two hours!
It had still been normal at first, then it had turned to Brother Shen, and later darling. Now, they were going to die for love?
That was way too fast!
It was his mistake for being so handsome.
Shen Tian realized that he had gotten himself in huge trouble!
"How about this?" Li Changge sighed and asked, "Brother Shen, do you have a master already?"
Shen Tian replied, "I'm Shen Aotian, a disciple of Supremacy Feyte in Dark Grotto on Nippon Mountain."
"Supremacy Feyte? No wonder you are so skilled!" Shen Tian seemed to have lifted Li Changge's spirits. "How is your master doing?"
What?
Shen Tian was shocked.
You know my 'master'?
There is really a Supremacy Feyte?
What should I do now?
Am I going to be busted on the spot?
That's the end of me!
Shen Tian panicked!
Suddenly, he heard Li Changge's voice directly beside his ear. "Cooperate with me if you don't want to be castrated."
Shen Tian immediately understood. "Thank you for asking, my master is doing great."
Although the Demon Book of Hyuga was a strong art, Shen Tian had no plans to learn it.
"That's great." Li Changge started smiling. "Lian'er, you might not know this, but Supremacy Feyte is an old friend of our father. They fought together in the past. They've known each other for a very long time."
Li Lian'er was very puzzled. "Darling, is that true?"
Just as Shen Tian was about to speak, Li Changge reminded him, "My father is Chang He Sword Venerable, Li Canglan. Supremacy Feyte should have talked about him before, right?"
Li Changge put heavy emphasis on the word "right".
Shen Tian nodded immediately, "Chang He Sword Venerable? Of course!"
"My master admires his sword art and often praises his moral values."
"Praise my father's moral values?" Li Lian'er was shocked. "Really?"
Li Changge coughed and tried to cover it up. "Our father was said to be a gentleman in the past. Now, he is older and slightly more stubborn and aggressive."
Li Changge added, "Anyway... Since Brother Shen is Supremacy Feyte's disciple, you can stop worrying about your relationship with him."
Li Lian'er was delighted. "So, you and father are okay with us being together?"
Li Changge nodded. "We are very good friends with Master Feyte. Of course we are okay with it. However, you still have to behave yourself. You cannot let others have the wrong idea, right?"
Upon seeing that Li Lian'er was calm now, Li Changge gave a suggestion. "Anyway, I may be fine with you and Brother Shen, but we need to return to Grand White Grotto-Heaven first."
Li Lian'er asked alarmingly, "Why?"
Li Changge replied, "You are still carrying the Seven-Treasure Fairy Calabash seed, remember? If other demons and monsters learn about it, they will hunt you and Brother Shen down. Even I will not be able to protect you both then. Or do you still want to die together with him?"
Li Lian'er quickly shook her head.
"That's my girl." Li Changge smiled and said, "We just need to go back to Grand White Grotto-Heaven and plant the seed. Then you can meet Brother Shen again.
"Brother Shen will return to Nippon Mountain and choose an ideal day to ask your hand in marriage at our house with his master. By then, your proof of love will have germinated, and you will be able to marry Brother Shen! Isn't that great?"
Shen Tian admired how convincing Li Changge sounded—even he almost believed in his words!
In Shen Tian's mind, Li Changge was the strongest in verbal fights!
Li Lian'er turned around and looked at Shen Tian. "Brother Shen, you must show up at our Grand White Grotto-Heaven!"
Upon seeing that Li Lian'er had finally given in, Li Changge was very relieved. He had already done his job, so he would leave the rest to their parents.
At least, he managed to bring his sister back home safely. As for how their father would deal with it, it was not his problem.
If his mother asked about it, he would not take the blame!
Anyway, if this Shen Aotian really has the guts to go to Grand White Grotto-Heaven and survives under that old man's sword, it's okay to give him a chance.
Will he have the guts to do it?
Li Changge smiled at Shen Tian.
I am eager to see how badly our old man will beat him up. He is much fiercer than me!
Shen Tian looked at Li Lian'er's eyes and promised that he would show up.
Since there is no specific date, it is not a lie even if I show up 100 years later.
In the cultivation world, 100 years was not a very long period.
Shen Tian would never go to the Grand White Grotto-Heaven until he was able to defeat Li Changge and Li Canglan.
With his current bad luck, it was a stupid thing to do. It would be a suicide mission!
Li Changge paused for a moment and took out a token from his pocket. It was a silver token with a cyan sword imprinted in the middle. On the other side, there was a word, 'Li".
"Since it is settled, I'll need to show some gratitude too. This is a Sword Master Token refined by my father. There is a powerful early-stage Nascent Soul Sword Master sealed in it. It will be yours once you give it a drop of your blood.
"There is a voice transmission array formation in the token too. You can call me if you are in trouble. Although it is not as valuable as the Seven-Treasure Fairy Calabash seed, it is just a token of appreciation!
"It belongs to you now!"
Shen Tian knew that it was the 'return gift' for the seed. Grand White Grotto-Heaven's Li Family was very well-known in the cultivation world. Thus, they would not take this fortuitous opportunity for nothing.
The Sword Master Token in the cultivation world was a very precious treasure. It was much more useful to Shen Tian than a Seven-Treasure Fairy Calabash seed. Even Country of Fire's King, Shen Tian's father, was just a peak-stage Golden Core cultivator.
He could summon a Nascent Soul bodyguard with this token. As long as he did not go overboard, he would have nothing to be afraid of in the Country of Fire.
It was that precious!
The Li Family is indeed generous in giving off a treasure just like that.
Shen Tian felt the unfairness in the world.
"Thank you very much!"
Shen Tian received the Sword Master Token and spoke to Li Lian'er. "May I borrow your sword?"
Li Lian'er blushed.
"My father gave me this sword as my birthday present when I turned 16 years old. But if darling wants it, I will give it to you as a love token!"
What?
I'm just borrowing this sword to cut a finger for a drop of blood!
It is too unhygienic to use my teeth!
Please stop imagining things!
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Chapter 21: There Is A God of Calabash In The Ore?
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"Lian'er, we need to get back to Grand White Grotto-Heaven as soon as possible. Time to say goodbye to Brother Shen."
Li Changge was surprised that his own sister had given her 16th birthday present to Shen Tian.
What did my sister just do?
Have you ever considered how our father will feel?
That Jade Water Sword is a Spirit Artifact that is worth even more than Dharma artifacts!
A Spirit Artifact worths at least hundreds of Spirit Crystals. That's about 100,000 Spirit Stones!
Furthermore, Jade Water Sword is a rare Spirit Artifact, and thus its value is much more. That's close to 1,000,000 Spirit Stones gone!
How did you give away such an item so easily!?
Help!
Li Changge did not dare to let the two of them stay together anymore. God knew what she would give to Shen Tian later!
"Brother Shen, this Seven-Treasure Fairy Calabash is really important. We will take our leave first. When you and your master have decided on a date, my father and I will be waiting for you at our Grand White Grotto-Heaven."
Then, Li Changge disappeared with Lian'er in a blink of light and disappeared.
"Haiz!"
Shen Tian finally relaxed.
He got free in the end!
The whole development had left him at a loss for words.
In the beginning, he had been trying to assist people in selecting ores, and now, he was almost engaged!
Shen Tian had confessed to other girls in his previous life, yet they had all rejected him.
But here?
He had only used a simple, NPC-like sentence, "There is fate between us!", to attract Li Lian'er, and this happened...
I'm being bullied for looking too handsome!
Shen Tian sighed and looked at the direction that they had left.
Although Li Changge had made it sound easy, it would be a rough journey back to Grand White Grotto-Heaven. The temptation of the Seven-Treasure Fairy Calabash was too great.
Shen Tian did not worry that much, though.
Before acquiring the Seven-Treasure Fairy Calabash, Li Lian'er had already had a pure red halo. Now, with the calabash seed at hand, a part of her halo was emitting a golden glow, meaning her providence had significantly increased!
It was even higher than Qin Gao's!
At the same time, her brother possessed a red halo, which was tainted with green spots. Logically speaking, they would both lead the successful lives all cultivators dreamed about. In other words, at this stage, it was impossible for them to face danger!
"We will meet again! I hope that I'll be someone with providence shining upon me by then, and I'll be able to win over your father, too," murmured Shen Tian, smilingly.
Then, he picked up the Jade Water Sword. Although it looked thin and fragile, it was quite heavy, as it weighed about 15 kilograms.
Suddenly, Shen Tian remembered something—he was five kilometers away from Myriad Spirit Garden!
"Li Chang'ge... you idiot! You should at least send me back first!
"I'm not even at the Qi Refinement realm yet! I cannot use Sword-Kinesis Flight!
"Help!!! Will there be any monster around here?"
Fortunately, Shen Tian found the main road after climbing on a hill.
Normally, monsters and demons would not appear on the main road, while plenty of horse carriages, which headed for Myriad Spirit Garden, traversed on the main road.
"I'll be able to hitch a ride soon... unless I am extremely unlucky.
"Wait! Unlucky?"
Shen Tian was astonished—his halo was still black!
Shen Tian was unaware that due to the emergence of monsters at the other end of the road, this road had been blocked off for usage until further notice. Thus, it was nigh impossible for him to hitch a ride today.
Well, in the first place, Shen Tian was not going to wait for miracles to happen. He believed that with pure skills and determination, he did not need luck to accomplish something.
I only need to depend on myself!
It's just 5 kilometers!
The sword is just 15 kilograms!
It is not difficult at all!
By the time Shen Tian reached Myriad Spirit Garden, the sun had already set.
Surprisingly, his feats had spread throughout Myriad Spirit Garden too.
"Have you heard? There is a master in our Myriad Spirit Garden. He can judge the ores very accurately!"
"I heard that he chose the Turquoise Calabash Spirit Ore in the Sacred Spirit Workshop and got a Seven-Treasure Fairy Calabash Seed, which can grow into an invincible Mountain Guardian Plant!"
"No! It's not a seed! It's the calabash itself! I heard that the calabash is emitting a beautiful rainbow color."
"Really? I heard that there is a baby inside the ore, and a Seven-Treasure Fairy Calabash is hovering over his head. He is fated to become a hero!"
"No, that's not true! I was there and saw what happened. He was not the one opening the ore, he just chose the ore for Fairy Li Lian'er.
"He picked the Sacred Spirit Workshop's lucky charm for Miss Lian'er.
"There was a Soul Formation Heavenly Venerable Calabash in that Turquoise Calabash Spirit Ore. It said that Fairy Lian'er has fate with it, and it is willing to become her protector."
The more time passed, the more the rumors were deviating from the truth. When the news reached the Sky Spirit Pavilion, there was hardly a grain of truth.
"Shen Aotian? Disciple of Supremacy Feyte in Dark Grotto on Nippon Mountain?"
"He picked the Turquoise Calabash Spirit Ore for Fairy Lian'er, and there was a Calabash God in it! It's willing to bless the Li Family for 1,000 years and make Grand White Grotto-Heaven a holy place!"
Shopkeeper Song's mouth twitched when he heard the news.
Only retards would believe it!
The young shopkeeper was by his father's side too. His face was less swollen.
"Shen Ao, Shen Aotian. Are they related?"
"They are probably the same person. Shen Ao is a disciple of Grand White Grotto-Heaven too."
"This happened right after my ass got kicked? Is the Li Family trying to warn us?"
"Kicking your ass is too easy for the Li Family and Grand White Grotto-Heaven. They don't have to make such a huge fuss."
Shopkeeper Song continued on and said, "There are only two possibilities.
"One, the Li Family really obtained something extraordinary from the ore. They purposely spread these many false rumors so that fewer people would know the truth and go after the treasure.
"What Heavenly Venerable Calabash and Calabash Thearch? They are just a smokescreen!
"Two, they are just helping Shen Ao to build up his reputation. He just learned about how Little Spirit Fairy works with us, and this happened?
"They are probably trying to follow our sales pattern and target the female cultivators to make profits. These rumors are merely trying to catch everyone's attention, that's all.
"Nonetheless, both possibilities suggest that the Li Family is supporting him from the shadows. We cannot mess with him!"
Before the Grand White Grotto-Heaven, their Sky Spirit Pavilion was a toy in the palm of their hands!
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Chapter 22: Kindness in Charity, Not Looking For Cultivation Partners
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Shen Tian was unaware that he had become highly popular in some people's eyes, while in the eyes of others, he had become one of those in Myriad Spirit Garden that definitely should not be provoked.
Now, Shen Tian only had one thought in his mind.
It's really comfortable to be able to have a good night's sleep!
Shen Tian was exhausted as he had forced himself to walk for tens of kilometers while bearing a load of 15 kilograms.
One should know, he was just a youth that had recovered from Qi Deviation not long ago!
Fortunately, when he returned to Myriad Spirit Garden, Eunuch Gui and Qin Gao had already booked an inn for him.
After taking a warm bath and finding an attendant to give him a massage, he finally relaxed.
Well, not completely. He was displeased with the woman massaging him—she was too unprofessional!
Since she was a masseuse, she should just stick to doing her job instead of touching some unnecessary places that did not need massaging. She even said that he was too handsome and requested to make her feel 'comfortable' too!
Naturally, Shen Tian exploded in anger and forced her to leave.
She should just do her job! Not only were her massaging skills not up to standard, but her attitude was also awful!
I spent money on you to service me! What do you mean by asking me to make you feel comfortable too!?
Did you expect me to give you a massage too?
I'm already this tired. Don't you even have a shred of consciousness and common sense?
Not to mention, did you even consider offering me money!?
In the end, Eunuch Gui's skills are the best! He just nicely possesses the right skill set and strength!
Eunuch Gui had been training and honing his skills in order to help the 13th Prince promote blood circulation and reconnect his tendons and bones for these 16 past years. They were fantastic, indeed.
Soon, while being massaged by Eunuch Gui, Shen Tian fell into a deep slumber.
The next day, the sun rose...
Shen Tian awakened and felt that his whole body was comfortable as if he had been reborn.
At the side, Eunuch Gui asked with concern, "Your Highness was hardworking and tired yesterday, so how about resting today?"
"I cannot! I have left the palace to train myself. How could I slack off just because of being a little tired?"
This damn black halo! I need to turn it all white as soon as possible!
Shen Tian looked at his reflection in the mirror and stared at the white spots that had appeared on his black halo. Upon seeing his progress, he started brimming with energy.
I'm almost there, almost there. I just need to freeload another one to two great fortuitous opportunities.
Then, it will turn completely white!
How could he dare be lazy in such a critical period!?
"Eunuch Gui, please help me in safekeeping that sword," said Shen Tian while pointing at the Jade Water Sword.
"This is the token of love that Her Highness has left for Your Highness! I cannot possibly keep it!"
"Firstly, she is not my wife yet. Secondly, I have yet to start using a sword. Thirdly, that sword is too heavy for me to carry it!"
Shen Tian had been walking for 30 kilometers straight the previous day while carrying that sword. It had almost peeled off a layer of his back skin!
He would rather die than carry that sword and walk around daily.
Eunuch Gui said reluctantly, "Then, let me help Your Highness and carry it for you!"
There should be no problem if I immediately return the sword to His Highness when we meet Her Highness again.
After washing up, Shen Tian tidied his robe and mustache and took his banners, prepared to go out and set up a stall.
However, on second thoughts, he stopped.
He took out a writing brush and added five big words behind the "Kindness In Charity"—"Not Looking For Cultivation Partners".
Afterward, Shen Tian heaved a sigh of relief and left without worries.
The three of them headed toward the place they had set up their stall previously. To their surprise, they noticed that it was already packed with people. A few girls immediately raised their banners and cheered when they saw Shen Tian.
"Brother Celestial! I love you, just like how Spirit Mouse likes celestial rice1"
"You are my celestial gourd, I am your flower! You are my Brother Celestial, always in my heart!"
"Brother Celestial, fate is like a bridge. I am willing to cross mountains, travel through ravines, and cross the bridge to see you."
Upon seeing the numerous avid fans, Shen Tian pointed at his banner coldly.
Kindness in Charity, Not Looking For Cultivation Partners
At that moment, the sounds of hearts being broken echoed in the surroundings.
Shen Tian cupped his hands together and said, "I'm Shen Aotian, a disciple of Supremacy Feyte in Dark Grotto on Nippon Mountain. I am here to do acts of kindness, helping the right people to search for Spirit Stones and judge for Spirit Ores.
"I hope my fans can consult me logically, not affecting the order here nor your own normal lives.
"Drink more warm water daily and reduce your acts of chasing idols. It's better for your mental and physical health."
When Shen Tian finished speaking, his fans' spirits were lifted again.
"Wow, Brother Celestial is so caring!"
"He cares for us! He's too considerate."
"I think I've fallen in love! How I hope that I am fated with Brother Celestial!"
"Brother Celestial, please be fated with me, fated with me!"
Never mind!
Shen Tian gave up trying to persuade them.
Indeed, as long as he was handsome for one day, it would be impossible for the number of girls surrounding him to decrease. Those outside the palace did not know how unlucky he had been in the past.
Truthfully, he kind of missed Lan Palace's quiet atmosphere now.
Currently, the crowd was surrounding him, to the point he did not even have his personal space anymore. This was a very troubling matter.
"Everyone, please keep quiet! Queue up properly one by one!
"Those who are fated with me, please stand to the left. I will bring you to search for your Spirit Ores.
"Meanwhile, those who are not fated with me, you can stay to take a look or leave. I definitely will not force you."
Thanks to Eunuch Gui and Qin Gao's presence, as well as the willing cooperation of the girls in the surrounding, order was restored in front of the stall.
Those that had come for ore gambling in hopes of changing their luck had voluntarily formed a long queue in front of Shen Tian.
Shen Tian was in no rush. He observed each person carefully and showed them where to stand right after.
"Really? I am fated with Brother Celestial!? That's great!"
"Please, wait for a moment. I will bring you to search for your ore shortly. Also, please keep your hands off me unless you want to negatively influence our fate!"
"Why!? Why am I not fated with Master Celestial? Oh, no!"
"There's no need for you to be disheartened. Fate is something mysterious and unpredictable. You might not be fated with me today, but maybe tomorrow we might be fated."
"Master Celestial, I am here to ask if my daughter is fated with you. May I know if you have a cultivation partner?"
"Aunty, you are not fated with me. If your daughter is interested, you can let her come and ask me herself. Also, it is already written on the banner that I am not looking for a cultivation partner. Next!"
"I am a Golden Core Perfected One, and you actually say you're not fated with me? How dare you!"
"Fate cannot be forced. Senior, if you want to use force, then face the Enforcers first!"
"You! Just you wait, I'll definitely come back!"
Under an organized, disciplined, and transparent selection process, Shen Tian spent only half a day to gather a team of 20 elite-fated people. It consisted of males and females, whose cultivation levels were high and low. They all stood behind Shen Tian in an orderly manner.
It'll just be these people today then!
Shen Tian smiled and started to sort out the people. "Number 1, 3, 8, 15, the four of you will be a team. Follow me to Sky Spirit Pavilion. The rest of you are free to act as you wish."
Afterward, Shen Tian led the four fated people toward the Sky Spirit Pavilion, where their fortuitous opportunities waited for them.
Unfortunately, no matter what Shen Tian said, it was useless. It was in everyone's nature to gather in anticipation of mind-blowing events. Thus, everyone followed behind Shen Tian as he walked toward the Sky Spirit Pavilion.
Everyone wondered whether this Master Celestial possessed the shocking ability to probe and assess ores, or it was pure luck that he had obtained the Seven-Treasure Fairy Calabash Seed.
Fortunately, that answer would be revealed shortly!
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Chapter 23: Too Unfathomable, Can't Afford To Provoke
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Hundreds of people formed a huge crowd, which was headed toward the Sky Spirit Pavilion. Soon, its size increased as other onlookers interested joined them halfway.
When they reached the Sky Spirit Pavilion, the street was almost flooded with people.
Shopkeeper Song and his son heard that the street was bustling with noise, so they hurriedly went outside. They only saw that the person leading the crowd was actually Shen Tian, who was wearing a robe and holding his banner.
"Father, it's really him!"
Although Shen Tian had changed his clothes and pasted a fake mustache, it was unable to conceal his handsomeness, which allowed Young Shopkeeper Song to immediately recognize him.
Alright, it was mainly because Shen Tian had disguised himself too carelessly.
Did he think that the art of disguising was just changing a set of clothes and pasting a fake mustache?
He must think everyone was blind!
Shopkeeper Song's face was solemn as he whispered, "If it's really him, then just pretend you didn't recognize him. He's too unfathomable, and we can't afford to provoke him!"
As Shen Tian stepped into the Sky Spirit Pavilion, Shopkeeper Song was observing him.
Unexpectedly, he could not see through Shen Tian. He was unable to feel the slightest iota of Shen Tian's Spirit Qi!
Normally, there were only two possibilities for such a situation.
Firstly, Shen Tian's cultivation level was much higher than his. Secondly, Shen Tian's cultivation technique completely overwhelmed Shopkeeper Song's cultivation technique, and not by just a grade.
No matter which possibility it was, it meant that Shen Tian had a mighty background. He was definitely not someone his Song Family could afford to offend.
Then, recalling that Shen Tian discovered a Seven-Treasure Fairy Calabash Seed, Shopkeeper Song instantly put on a bright smile.
"Forgive my disrespect for not welcoming you in time. I did not know that Master Celestial Aotian would come to my shop."
Shen Tian was stunned, as Shopkeeper Song was overly polite!
Shen Tian glanced at Young Shopkeeper Song, who was forcibly squeezing out a smile and fell deep in thoughts.
So this foolish guy did not recognize me?
Hmm... I just need to change my clothes and paste a mustache for a successful disguise.
Looks like such a disguise is universal in alternate worlds.
Shen Tian snapped out of it and heaved a sigh of relief. "Shopkeeper Song, you're too polite."
Shopkeeper Song kept flattering him. "I've heard that not only Master Celestial Aotian's techniques are astonishing, but even your appearance is elegant and refined. It's as if a heavenly immortal has descended. Now that I've seen it for myself, such a description is indeed well-deserved."
Shopkeeper Song was so polite that Shen Tian felt embarrassed. He had beaten up the man's son up the previous, yet Shopkeeper Song was praising him in such a way today.
This script is not following the cultivation novels' norm!
Due to Shopkeeper Song's attitude, Shen Tian did not bear to say anything bad. "Shopkeeper Song, you're overpraising me. I see that your son's appearance is extraordinary. There are protruding lumps on his head, which means he has outstanding talents. In the future, he will definitely turn into a genius cultivator. His future is limitless!"
Naturally, Young Shopkeeper Song, who was at the side, heard everything. Thus, Shen Tian's phrasing put Young Shopkeeper Song's nose out of joint!
What the f*ck!? My 'extraordinary' appearance is all due to being beaten up by you!
F*ck protruding lumps on my head! Your hits caused them all!
You just beat me up yesterday, and today you appear here wIth that half-hearted disguise? Damn, you only changed a shirt and pasted on a mustache! You've come to ridicule me! Shen Ao, you're going too far!
Shopkeeper Son pulled his son, who was about to pounce at Shen Tian to get revenge, without batting an eye.
"May I know why Master Celestial is here today?"
Before Shen Tian could speak, the other four fated people behind him replied simultaneously, "Master Celestial is here to help us look for and assess our ores!"
Look for ores and assess them? Is this an advertising scheme? No!
Shopkeeper Song frowned slightly. If that really were the case, then wouldn't he have received a notification or something?
Since Shopkeeper Song had not prepared a special Spirit Ore beforehand, the advertising scheme would fail.
Is it possible that he really has the ability to search for and assess ores?
Shopkeeper Song was astonished at that thought.
Anyone who had the ability to do so was a renowned personage in the cultivation world. Not to mention that all major cultivation sects would fight to recruit such a person.
Were that the case, then Shen Tian's importance in the eye of the Li Family would be extremely high!
Shopkeeper Song decided to observe first to figure out his real ability.
As such, Shopkeeper Song revealed a smile. "Welcome, welcome. We welcome Master Celestial Shen's guidance. All the Spirit Ores that Master Celestial Aotian picks will have a 4% discount."
Although Shopkeeper Song had said nothing wrong, the various fans behind Shen Tian were unhappy.
"Shopkeeper Song, your attitude is wrong!"
"When Little Spirit Fairy visits, your face is bitter and ugly. So, how come you're smiling happily now?"
"4% discount? Do you think that Brother Celestial is unable to cut open the good stuff!?"
"Only a 4% discount? 31% discount, at least! Who are you looking down on!?"
"That's right! We don't need such a discount, just go according to the original price, original price!"
Upon hearing Shen Tian's die-hard fans' comments, the fated women remained indifferent, while the fated men felt it was a shame.
Why did these busybodies have to spout such nonsense? Although a 4% discount was not much, it was still a discount!
If the ore's price was 10 Spirit Stones, then they would save almost half a Spirit Stone. By that convention, it was 400 taels of silver! Wouldn't it be better to use that amount to go eat, drink, play, or gamble?
Nevertheless, the current situation didn't allow them to voice their opinions. Should they voice them, they would be unable to endure the female cultivators' rage!
Fortunately, Shen Tian did not reject Shopkeeper Song's proposal.
"Since Shopkeeper Song is being so generous, it won't be good for me to reject it. I'll trouble you to cut open the ores I choose then!
"What do you think, Shopkeeper Song?"
The Sky Spirit Pavilion charged a 10% commission fee for slicing open ores. After deducting the 4% discount, the Sky Spirit Pavilion could still earn quite the amount of money.
Thus, even if Shen Tian did earn a lot of Spirit Stones from cutting open the ores, the Song Family would not be too upset.
A win-win situation could be achieved for all three sides. After all, Shen Tian also did not wish to incur hate of the major Spirit Shops in the Myriad Spirit Garden. It was better to have a friend than an enemy.
"Then, I'll thank Master Celestial Aotian!"
Shopkeeper Song's evaluation of Shen Tian increased by another grade because of what he said.
Since ancient times, the cultivation world had seen its fair share of talented loners. Most of them were very arrogant and haughty.
Unfortunately, destruction pursued the great, and such once-in-a-century geniuses had met untimely deaths and turned into dried piles of bones.
On the other hand, families and talented individuals—who were courteous to the talented and humbled oneself before the learned, helped others, and made friends—were the last ones standing at the peak.
One should know that fighting and killing did not reign supreme in the world—how one treated others also mattered.
Under the guidance of four fated people's images, Shen Tian swiftly picked the Spirit Ores that contained their fortuitous opportunities.
Those Spirit Ores' prices were not that high, ranging between 10 to 200 Spirit Stones. At the same time, the four fated people were able to buy them.
After the four of them paid, they stared at their respective Spirit Ores nervously as they waited for the ore-cutter to start slicing.
The ore-cutter started cutting according to the descending order of price, so the first ore was the most expensive.
The selling price was as high as 188 Spirit Stones, and if it was converted to taels of silver, then it would be 188,000 taels.
That was enough to buy a large manor in the Country of Fire with plenty to spare!
"Master Celestial, are you-you really sure?"
Lucky Man A seemed extremely nervous as the money he had spent was half of his whole fortune. If he made a loss when he returned home, he would most likely not even be able to sleep on the same bed with his cultivation partner for half a year.
He would die from trying to keep it in!
Shen Tian smiled. "Absolutely!"
Just as Shen Tian finished speaking, the ore-cutter had already used his spirit knife to start cutting the ore's outer layer.
An azure green ray of light shot out from within the ore's crack, covering the ore-cutter's face in green.
"He did it again!"
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Chapter 24: Ways To Maintain Our Fate
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He did it again!
The ore-cutter peeled off a layer of rock and the entire Spirit Stone appeared. It was about the size of a lead ball and had a clear jade color.
It was even bigger than the ones inside the Spirit Ores Little Spirit Fairy had chosen in the past.
Most importantly, there was more than one crystal inside the stone.
"One... Two... Three!"
"There are three Spirit Crystals! Each one is worth at least 3,000 Spirit Stones!"
"188 for 3,000? That is a 1,600% profit!"
"Wow! That's so worth it!"
Everyone's envious gazes were gathered on this Lucky Man A.
If the Spirit Stones were to convert to money, that was 3,000,000 taels!
This amount of money would tempt even a Golden Core Perfected One. Lucky Man A was just at the 6th Firmament of Qi Refinement.
If he spent his newfound wealth wisely, he could easily reach Foundation Establishment!
Shopkeeper Song walked up and examined the raw Spirit Stone.
He took a deep breath and said, "There are 3 Spirit Crystals in this raw Spirit Stone, together with the ore itself, it is worth about 3,200 Spirit Stones.
"We will take 10% of the profits as the fees for cutting the ore for you.
"Overall, if you wish to sell it to us, we will pay you 3,000 Spirit Stones.
"What do you think?"
Honestly, Shopkeeper Song's heart was bleeding.
The Sky Spirit Pavilion had filtered all the Spirit Ores there in the past. Naturally, they had long removed all the Spirit Ores that might have something valuable inside, and whatever was left behind had been labeled as "low chances of making a good profit".
Shopkeeper Song could never imagine that an ore the cost 188 Spirit Stones would produce three Spirit Crystals. That was worth more than 3,000 Spirit Stones!
How I wish I had seen this ore's potential and opened it myself... It would be such a wonderful deal!
No matter how he wished that, Shopkeeper Song would not really dare to buy the ore for himself as it was too risky.
The chances were very low, and he knew it.
If he really opened all the ores in his shop, he would definitely suffer a considerable loss.
Now, if he bought this back with 3,000 Spirit Stones and sold it for at least 3,500 Spirit Stones later, he would earn quite a profit too.
"3,000? Sure!"
Lucky Man A was pleased with the price.
At the same time, he regretted not cutting the ore himself. He could have saved 300 Spirit Stones and hired an ore-cutter himself with this amount!
Shen Tian smiled and said, "You cannot have everything. Fate will be gone if everything is there."
If you really cut the ore by yourself and did not allow the shop owner to make any profit, he would probably scam you the next time you visited his shop!
Also, it's not easy for commoners to sell Spirit Stones. Part of the value will be lost due to other commissions too.
You might not even have 3,000 Spirit Stones in that case.
All this time, Shen Tian had been observing how the color of one's halo would change.
If Shen Tian did not interfere and they managed to obtain the Spirit Stones by themselves, there would be no change in the color.
However, if Shen Tian interfered, their providence would increase together with Shen Tian's.
Shen Tian did not know why, but he suspected it was because of his "super power".
Presently, Lucky Man A's halo was changing rapidly. In the beginning, it had been white, but now, it was emitting a faint green light. He would definitely benefit from this change.
Overall, it was the best situation/
Shen Tian, Lucky Man A, and Shopkeeper Song could all benefit from it.
In the meantime, Shen Tian was worried that all the workshops would blacklist and ban him because his skills were too precise and accurate.
That would be very awkward...
While Shen Tian was thinking, Shopkeeper Song had put the 3,000 Spirit Stones in pouches.
There were 100 Spirit Stones in each pouch, and there were a total of 30 pouches, weighing several kilograms altogether.
"I'm rich! I'm rich!"
Lucky Man A happily stored the Spirit Stones into his bag.
Then, another lucky man appeared and said softly to Lucky Man A, "Hey, buddy."
Luck Man A smiled and asked, "What's up?"
"Are you going home just like this? With all the Spirit Stones?"
"Of course! Why?"
Lucky Man B's voice was mixed with a tinge of exasperation. "You're so dense! Where is the portion for our Master Celestial?"
Lucky Man A was confused. "Isn't he doing it for free?"
"He said he is doing it for free, but that does not mean WE mustn't pay him!"
"Erm... What is the difference?"
"He is doing it for free because he is generous and kind! If we do not pay, it shows that we are ungrateful!"
Lucky Man B continued on and said, "Also, did you forget what he said just now? 'You cannot have everything. Fate will be gone if everything is there.'
"What do you think he was saying? He was hinting at you!
"Even Shopkeeper Song earned 500 Spirit Stones from you. Master Celestial spent such a great effort in helping you, and you are so ungrateful?
"What if he gets disappointed and stops looking for ores for others in the future?
"You got your share already, sure. There are still 16 behind!"
Lucky Man A smiled and said, "I see what you mean! Too bad, I have my Spirit Stones already."
"Why are you so shortsighted!?" Lucky Man B scoffed. "Do you remember Master Celestial saying about how strange fate is?
"You might have fate with him today, but tomorrow it might be a different story.
"And the converse is true!
"In my opinion, if you make the right choice here, there is a long way between you and Master Celestial. If you only look at the present and ignore the future, I'm afraid the fate between you two will end today.
"Do you want to let it end? Or maintain it and make a profit repeatedly? Or do you want to stop it now?"
Lucky Man A finally understood the rationale behind it.
"I see! I see! Thank you so much! I almost made the biggest mistake in my life!
"I'm going to give him 30% of my share now!
"No, maybe 30% is not enough. 50%!
"Wait, 80%! That is more sincere!"
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Chapter 25: Master Celestial Earned These, I Should Pay Him!
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Thanks to Lucky Man B's reminder, Lucky Man A finally came to an understanding.
That's very true! I was tempted by the amount of the Spirit Stones just now!
Well, 3,000 Spirit Stones was not a small amount.
Anyway, as long as I earn Master Celestial's favoritism, it'll be easier for our ties of fate to last. In that case, I'll obtain more Spirit Stones in the future!
Lucky Man A rushed toward Shen Tian swiftly.
By that time, the 13th Prince had already picked the second and third ores.
The second ore's price was 108 Spirit Stones, and it contained a Spirit Crystal, whose worth was 1,200 Spirit Stones.
Although its worth was not much compared to the first one, it was still a very good deal as its value had increased tenfold!
As for the third one, it was a peculiar one. It looked normal, was grey in color, and its price was 66 Spirit Stones. Thus, nobody had ever picked this before.
Unexpectedly, when the ore-cutter opened the ore, rare Iron Essence lay within it!
Iron Essence was the main material cultivators needed to create supreme-grade enchanted armament flying swords!
The finger-sized Iron Essence in the ore was worth 3,000 Spirit Stones!
That was about 40 times the ore's original price!
It was much higher compared to the first one.
What a good deal!
Upon seeing that, Lucky Man A's determination to pay Shen Tian became firmer. He had to give him the money no matter what!
Most of the Myriad Spirit Garden's patrons knew that the ores here were leftovers and the chances of getting good items out of them were minimal.
Nonetheless, Shen Tian had managed to identify three good ores in just a minute, and each one of them was worth at least 10 times their value!
In other words, Shen Tian was extremely gifted in identifying ores!
In Lucky Man A's mind, as long as he was in Master Celestial's good graces, it was impossible he would face poverty in the future. Thus, he took out all the 30 bags of Spirit Stones, kept two for himself, and gave Shen Tian the rest.
"This is a token of my gratitude toward you, Master Celestial. Please keep them!" He said and bowed sincerely.
Shen Tian was shell-shocked.
Why do you have to bow...
Why do you give away your Spirit Stones...
Gratitude? Seriously? That's like almost all you have!
What's wrong with you? You spent 188 Spirit Stones for the ore.
You sold the ore to the Sky Spirit Pavilion for 3,000 stones, and now you are giving me 2,800 Spirit Stones!?
So, you just want to earn your 12 Spirit Stones??
Are you joking!? Are you out of your mind!?
Truth be told, this amount of Spirit Stoned did tempt Shen Tian. That was 2,800 Spirit Stones! They were worth 2,800,000 silver taels!
If Lucky Man A had not offered them, Shen Tian could have ignored this matter. He would not have mixed feelings either.
However, now that someone was offering him such a huge sum of Spirit Stones, what should he do?
What should he do?
Reject it?
It was just too much to reject it.
It would be a shame to reject it too.
Unfortunately, there was no other way either.
Shen Tian knew that he still needed to build up his reputation slowly. If the story of the man that earned a total of 2,812 Spirit Stones and only got 12 in the end because he offered the rest to Shen Tian spread, nobody would dare to ask for his services in the future.
If that were to happen, his plan would be affected. The end result would not be good!
Although Shen Tian wanted the money badly, he had no choice but to turn the man down.
"Like I said, my service is free. What do you mean by this?"
Lucky Man A smiled and said, "Master Celestial spent such a huge effort on me and found this good ore. I just want to show my appreciation."
"I'm a man of my word. You are putting me in a very difficult position."
Lucky Man A quickly explained, "Please, don't misunderstand me. It is really just a token of my gratitude."
"Please, take the Spirit Stones back."
Shen Tian stopped him from speaking further and moved his sight away from the Spirit Stones. It was as though he had no interest in them at all.
Only Shen Tian himself knew that he was afraid to look at them any longer, for he would be very tempted to keep them.
That was 2,800 Spirit Stones! he had never come in contact with such an amount before, even though he was a prince! If he kept them, he would be rich!
When Lucky Man A was on the verge of giving up, two other men spoke up.
"This brother here has a valid point! Master Celestial helped us get all these Spirit Stones, yet he did not ask for anything in return. It's not sensible!"
"That's right! If Master Celestial does not accept the tokes of our gratitude, we will discard our fortuitous opportunities!"
Lucky Man A looked around for the sources of the voices. They were the second and third man that Shen Tian had helped earlier.
Although they uttered those words with a pang of pain, they were very confident and sincere when saying them. They did not hesitate in the least!
Lucky Man A felt ashamed of himself. He had not wanted to give Shen Tian any share of the stones before. He had only done it because he wanted to maintain their fate.
Apparently, the other two's moral compasses were much better than his.
Sure enough, they are people Master Celestial favors. They have good characters!
I'm such a failure compared to them.
I should really learn from them!
While Lucky Man A was condemning himself, a shadow appeared behind him. It was Lucky Man B who had advised him earlier.
He used a voice transmission and said, "See, these two had the same mindset as yours, and I told them the same thing."
Lucky Man A was rendered speechless.
In the end, you convinced them into this too!?
Lucky Man B did not know Lucky Man A was secretly judging him.
Lucky Man B looked at Shen Tian with admiration.
"Master Celestial is smart. He'll definitely know what I've been doing for him, so I'm sure he'll favor me!
"You are the first one who showed his gratitude, so Master Celestial will appreciate you too. As long as Master Celestial is on our side, we will become filthy rich in the future!"
Lucky Man A thought about it and said, "Yes, you are right! We will become filthy rich!"
Then, Lucky Man A got on his knee and shouted with a firm voice, "I earned all these Spirit Stones due to Master Celestial's assistance, so I must pay you back!
"Please, forgive my rudeness, but I cannot allow Master Celestial to treat himself like this!
"If you do not accept my token of gratitude, I will kneel here forever!"
The other two were shocked by this.
He's sure trying hard!
Doesn't he feel embarrassed!?
Damn! He is the first one that offered Spirit Stones! If our sincerity is lacking, we will lose!
We cannot lose here!
With those thoughts in mind, the other two got on their knees too!
"If Master Celestial does not accept my token of gratitude, I'll kneel here forever too!"
"Same for me!"
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Chapter 26: Shopkeeper Song Trying Hard Too
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The spectacle of the three men kneeling on the ground astounded Shen Tian.
Normally, people would only kneel when they were trying to ask for money from others. Thus, it was the first time Shen Tian witnessed people kneeling in order to make others take their money!
Seriously!?
Even the crowd started siding with them.
"Brother Celestial, since they are doing it as a form of kindness, you should accept them!"
"Had it not been for you, they would not have obtained these Spirit Stones. Brother Celestial, you deserve them."
"There is a reward in every good deed. You should keep them!"
"That's right! We are fated with Master Celestial too."
"If you do not accept our tokens of kindness, we will feel ashamed to receive your help."
"If you don't accept our tokens of kindness, we will be called ungrateful pieces of trash!"
"Master Celestial, we beseech you to reconsider! Keep the stones!"
"I really cannot keep it!"
Shen Tian sighed and tried to pull them up. Unfortunately, Shen Tian's strength was not enough to even make them budge.
Thus, they were more convinced and determined to give their Spirit Stones to Shen Tian.
Master Celestial wants the stones after all. He's just too shy to keep them.
That must be the reason. If not, he would have pulled us up easily!
If that's the case, let's play along with Master Celestial!
Lucky Man A spoke up. "Master Celestial, please listen to me!
"Master Celestial, you are a disciple of Supremacy Feyte from Dark Grotto on Nippon Mountain. This means that you are your branch's successor.
"Although you do not need money or fame, your branch still needs them to be functional.
"We are indebted to you, meaning that we are indebted to your branch too! Please, keep these Spirit Stones as a donation we offer to your branch. Please!"
The other two agreed on it too.
"That's right! Even normal temples would not reject our donation!"
"We are fated with Master Celestial, and we're your supporters too. We will be very disappointed if you reject our donation."
Shen Tian was bewildered. He was still thinking of an excuse to keep the Spirit Stones, yet they came up with a rather good one on their own.
It would really be a shame if... I reject their offer!
"Why, why do you have to push me... I'm..." Shen Tian looked very troubled and sighed. "Never mind, it is your kind gesture, after all. I will keep them for my branch then. However, 90% is too much. I will only keep 10%."
Shen Tian's words momentarily stunned the crowd.
Lucky Man A spoke up again, "10%? No! Even Shopkeeper Song took 10% from us. If we only give you 10%, it shows that we are looking down on you!"
"That's right! Master Celestial, please do not refuse anymore. 80% is the least we should offer!"
Shen Tian was caught between laughter and tears. "Seriously, that's really too much. How about 20%? That is the most I can accept!"
"Master Celestial's moral character is exceptional! You should have at least 70%! Please do not refuse anymore."
"30%!"
"60%!"
"40%!"
"50%! Settled, we cannot take any more than that!"
The three of them said firmly, "It is our luck that we managed to have ties of fate with you."
"You are the one who picked these ores, and we did nothing at all. It's already wrong for us to keep half of it. We really cannot have more!"
"Master Celestial, if you keep refusing, we can only kneel here forever!"
Upon looking at the trio and the other 17 people who had yet to have their ores picked, Shen Tian knew that he had no other options.
"Sigh, alright! Guess I have no other choice."
Shen Tian was confused.
Why did this happen?
In the cultivation world, isn't it about the survival of the fittest? Everyone should be at odds and fight for fortuitous opportunities.
One should fight over the slightest hint of resources. That's how the cultivation world's way has always been! Why are they so generous!?
They're trying too hard to give away their Spirit Stones!
I didn't accept their tokens of gratitude, and they were unhappy about it? Seriously, what's wrong with them!?
After receiving 50% of their spoils, Shen Tian realized that their halos were slightly greener than before. It was not very noticeable, so Shen Tian was not sure if his eyes were playing tricks on him.
Since the shares were fixed, the flow of things was very smooth now.
The fourth lucky man bought a small ore priced at 10 Spirit Stones and found a Spirit Crystal in it, which was worth 1,200 Spirit Stones.
That was the highest payout among all four of them so far—120 times the initial value!
It was even higher than Little Spirit Fairy's show last time.
The man was so excited that he kneeled down immediately. Under Lucky Man A's influence, he offered half of the profit to Shen Tian too.
Their combined profit was about 8,000 Spirit Stones, meaning that Shen Tian's net profit was about 4,000 Spirit Stones. Even the entire Country of Fire's tax income could not reach 4,000 Spirit Stones.
Young Shopkeeper Song was staring at Shen Tian enviously, so Shopkeeper Song smacked his son's head.
"Kid, I warn you! Do not have any weird thoughts! He could kill our entire family effortlessly!
"4,000 Spirit Stones is indeed a large amount and very tempting. Many people would risk their life for it.
"However, this man is a personal disciple from the Grand White Grotto-Heaven. Also, according to rumors, he's dating the daughter of the Li Family.
"Not to mention, he has the ability to assess ores. Obviously, he must be strong enough to protect himself!
"Can you be like me? Stay out of trouble!"
Shopkeeper Song still felt very insecure. After all, Shen Tian had beaten up his son before.
If Master Celestial is still unhappy with him...
Shopkeeper Song needed to find a way to make peace with Master Celestial!
Soon, Shopkeeper Song took out a ring, reluctantly. He walked up to Shen Tian and said in a respectful tone, "Master Celestial, it's inconvenient to travel around with all these Spirit Stones, right?
"I have a Universe Ring here. I purchased it in the past, and it cost a lot. As long as you give it a drip of your blood, you will be its sole owner.
"It is a superior-grade Dharma artifact for storing items with a 100-cubic-meter space.
"You can have it."
Shopkeeper Song...
They gave me Spirit Stones because I helped them choose their ores.
Shopkeeper Song, why are you giving it to me?
Just because I'm handsome?
A superior-grade Dharma artifact with a 100-cubic-meter space should be worth more than 10,000 Spirit Stones!
Just because I cannot keep these 4,000 Spirit Stones, you are giving me a Universe Ring?
What's the logic here!?
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Chapter 27: We Will Always Support Little Spirit Fairy!
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"Shopkeeper Song, you are too courteous. How can I accept this?"
"I am already deeply honored that Master Celestial chose to come here. This is just a mere Universe Ring. Please accept it as a small token from me."
"Since you insist... then I shall accept it with many thanks!"
Shen Tian received the Universe Ring and put it on his forefinger. It fitted just nicely.
What's more, the ring also looked quite stylish.
The only trouble was—why did this ring also require proclamation of its ownership by using blood?
All of these Dharma treasures, numinous treasures, and secluded treasures required their owners to bleed in order to claim their ownership. From yesterday's experience of trying to claim ownership of the Sword Master Token, Shen Tian realized he had to sacrifice a full bowlful of blood in order to complete this procedure.
But didn't those television shows and anime showed that only one drop of blood was required?!
Why was it so different for him in this cultivation world?!
It didn't help that the Universe Ring Shopkeeper Song gave him also required him to use his blood to claim ownership before it could be used.
To be honest, Shen Tian was rather reluctant to keep this ring when he thought of this.
After all, it was not that easy to just give a bowl of blood—he could possibly faint from excessive blood loss!
How troublesome all this is!
"Shopkeeper Song, are you sure you want to give this ring to me?"
"Although I am unable to bestow blessings upon people like Master Celestial, I can, at least, keep my words."
"If you say so... then can I assume I have the right to decide what to do with this ring, from this moment onward?"
"Of course."
That's simply awesome.
Shen Tian pondered for a while before he finally took off the ring and passed it to Eunuch Gui.
"Uncle Gui, this Universe Ring shall be yours then!"
Eunuch Gui was shocked, "Oh, how can I do that? This is a gift from Shopkeeper Song. I most certainly cannot take it!"
A Universe Ring, which has 100-cubic-meter space, is worth at least 10,000 Spirit Stones or more.
Not anyone—even those from the royalty—can own such a rare treasure.
As for the Song Family, this Universe Ring is definitely a priceless treasure, one that is irreplaceable.
Yet now, His Highness just gave it to me, like passing any item carelessly.
This is enough to show how much he trusts me!
Shen Tian commented, "Uncle Gui, you're like my close kin. Why wouldn't I give you this ring?"
Eunuch Gui gazed wordlessly at Shen Tian's trusting smile, and a warm sensation ran through his body.
So to His Highness, I am his family?
I could put down my life for him just for this declaration!
Eunuch Gui did not reject Shen Tian's gift anymore. He took the Universe Ring and put it on his forefinger while forcing out a drop of blood with his Divinity.
The Universe Ring absorbed the drop of blood. A special connection was immediately formed between the Universe Ring and Eunuch Gui.
He only needed a single thought, and he could now retrieve or keep things in the Universe Ring. This was very convenient!
"Your Highness, I am done with the proclamation of ownership."
As Shen Tian watched how Eunuch Gui so easily proclaimed ownership of the ring, he got rather indignant.
So it just took one drop of blood to finish this proclamation?
Then why did I need to use a whole bowl of blood to proclaim ownership of that Sword Master Token!?
That sis-con1 Li Changge must have done something to the token to harm me!
"Well, since you have successfully proclaimed ownership of this ring, then Uncle Gui, please help me keep these 4,000 Spirit Stones!"
After this, Shen Tian walked out of the Sky Spirit Pavilion.
To Shen Tian, it didn't actually matter who was the one keeping the Spirit Stones. After all, Uncle Gui had always been loyal to him, so there was nothing inappropriate about letting him keep the Spirit Stones.
As for why Shen Tian did not insist on keeping them himself?
Well, it's not like I have another ring that can keep things.
These were Shen Tian's truthful thoughts. Yet the onlookers had a totally different interpretation of this scene.
"Wth, is Master Celestial filthy rich or what?"
"A mere old servant of Master Celestial can get such great remuneration already!"
"Did Master Celestial just give his old servant a Universe Ring containing 4,000 Spirit Stones, or what? How many assets does he own, honestly?"
"He's worried that his old servant would be tired from carrying the 4,000 Spirit Stones, and so he gave him a Universe Ring that's worth 10,000 Spirit Stones..."
"Brother Celestial is so suave! He is my dream guy!"
"Does Brother Celestial still lack any servants...? The kind who can act as pretty fox fairies, sexy cat demons, etc.?"
On the other hand, Shopkeeper Song was not at all offended that Shen Tian gave the Universe Ring to that 'Uncle Gui'.
On the contrary, he was feeling relieved instead—relieved because he might just have escaped from a great disaster.
Hello, this is someone who can just toss a Universe Ring to a servant... Is this person a figure I can risk offending?
Moreover, after observing how that 'Uncle Gui' spoke, Shopkeeper Song guessed that this person most probably was a eunuch from the palace.
This double-confirmed his previous conjectures—this Master Celestial Aotian must be none other than the famous 6th Prince of the Country of Fire, Shen Ao!
Other than that, the 6th Prince seemed more intimidating than what was rumored.
The reason for this conclusion was because Shopkeeper Song had been observing Uncle Gui intently, and he discovered a detail. The sword which Uncle Gui was carrying on his back, it was the Jade Water Sword, which belonged to the young Li mistress, Li Lian'er!
For heaven's sake, the Jade Water Sword's value had way surpassed his Universe Ring!
If Shen Tian had trusted Uncle Gui enough to carry the Jade Water Sword, what's surprising about giving a Universe Ring to him?
On second thought, since Li Lian'er had given Shen Tian her Jade Water Sword, most probably the rumors between the two were not falsehoods.
The Li Family was, after all, the most influential aristocratic family of the Grand White Grotto-Heaven. That family had renowned experts, and anyone being chosen by Fairy Lian'er would be on an escalated route to success.
A mere family like his own could not afford to offend any single one of these figures!
When he thought through all those delicate clauses, Shopkeeper Song felt he had to be all the more courteous toward Shen Tian.
He stood by the side respectfully while Eunuch Gui kept all 4,000 Spirit Stones into the Universe Ring and then sent them off like he was treading on thin ice.
When Shen Tian and his company finally left the Sky Spirit Pavilion, Shopkeeper Song's clothes were already drenched from perspiration.
This is so scary!
The moment he turned back to his son, he gave a hard slap on young Shopkeeper Song's head.
"Listen up! I believe Master Celestial isn't angry with you anymore. I beg you. Please be respectful to him if you two ever cross paths again. If not, you shall have it from me instead!"
Young Shopkeeper Song was rendered speechless.
To be honest, Shen Tian didn't mind at all about what happened at the Sky Spirit Pavilion.
In fact, he had not registered how much Shopkeeper Song was trying to please him all along, even after he left the place.
He was still overjoyed at the fact that both Shopkeeper Song and his son did not recognize him!
Out of the first batch of the 20 people who had 'affinity' with him, four of them already had their turn of fortuitous opportunities.
According to where the next most fortuitous opportunities would be found, Shen Tian headed towards the Phoenix Spirit Loft located on the Myriad Spirit Garden's east side.
From what he saw, out of the 20 people who had 'affinity' with him, three of them would meet their fortuitous opportunities at the Phoenix Spirit Loft.
Thus, braving the onlookers' anticipated stares, Shen Tian led the three of them into the Phoenix Spirit Loft. In the next few minutes, Shen Tian chose the correct Spirit Ores for each of them, respectively, following the projected images he saw.
The three Spirit Ores were cut open in front of the onlookers' eyes.
Opened!
Opened!
Opened!
Hit!
Hit!
Hit!
All the Spirit Stones that were extracted were at least worth 10 or more times the prices which they were sold for.
In fact, the shop made the biggest loss on one of the Spirit Ores, which was priced at 8 Spirit Stones initially. A total of 1,100 Spirit Stones were extracted from it when it was cut open—this meant the shop had lost more than 100 times the original selling price!
What a good deal for the buyer!
Meanwhile, those three 'fated people' also became Shen Tian's steadfast followers upon their seniors' teachings. They insisted on giving Shen Tian at least half of what they earned and refused to take it back when Shen Tian rejected them.
Shen Tian was considerably perplexed by such actions.
To be honest, I really don't want it, but since they insisted...
Hehehehehe~
Right when Shen Tian was about to bring the remaining 13 'fated persons' to other places to open more Spirit Ores, he heard somebody quarreling outside the Phoenix Spirit Loft.
When he looked more closely, he saw that those involved in the quarrel were divided into two groups of people. One group consisted mainly of males, while the other group was made up mostly of females.
These two groups of people were in a heated argument. What's worth mentioning was that the group consisted mainly of guys were holding up a banner, and on which was written:
"We Will Always Support Little Spirit Fairy!"
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Chapter 28: The Resentful Little Spirit Fairy
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"The heck with whatever Master Celestial! The Myriad Spirit Garden already has Little Spirit Fairy. How dare this guy call himself a 'Master Celestial'?"
"I believe this fellow is trying to get famous by making use of Little Spirit Fairy's popularity here. Such a despicable person!"
"That's right, to think people are still calling him 'Brother Celestial'! Maybe he's an actor recruited by the Spirit Ore shops!"
"Whatever the hell with his one-of-a-kind judging ore abilities, who knows if he's only putting on shows?"
"Even Little Spirit Fairy can only open one ore per day. How is it possible that this fellow can open so many ores consecutively?"
"He's really too greedy. He must be a liar!"
"That's right!"
"All of you cannot malign Brother Celestial!"
"How dare you guys compare Little Spirit Fairy against Brother Celestial?!"
"Brother Celestial only opens ores for people with affinity. And he's doing it for no repayment while exhausting his own energy!"
"He's such a kind and hardworking person. How can you guys malign him!"
Shen Tian was rather stunned by what he saw.
So, these guys are all Little Spirit Fairy's fans? And they got angry because I also started to gain popularity?
To be honest, Shen Tian felt rather nonchalant when he saw all those indignant young lads pointing their fingers at him.
To him, these were just a bunch of dimwits who were accusing him of something which they were not even clear of.
In his previous life, Shen Tian had seen so many of such zealous fans who would only hide and complain behind their computer screens. As a matter of fact, the idols whom these fans were crazy about might also think that their actions were stupid.
It was definitely not worth being angry over such people.
Shen Tian smiled and decided to leave by another route. After all, it's a good habit to keep one's distance away from intellectually-impaired people.
Yet at that moment, those fans seemed to notice Shen Tian. All of them rushed in front of him and accused in justified tones.
"You are that Shen Aotian, correct? We heard that you addressed yourself as a Master Celestial. To be honest, do you think you befit such a name?"
"The Myriad Spirit Garden already has a Little Spirit Fairy. Aren't you deliberately trying to target her by calling yourself as such?"
"Shen Aotian, do you really think your skills at assessing ores are better than Little Spirit Fairy?"
Shen Tian did not prepare to answer any of these questions. This was because he knew it was no use trying to reason things with such people.
The best way to handle dimwits was to face them politely... And ignore them, showing that you had no interest in what they were saying at all.
"Please make way, make way! We have to go to the next Spirit Ore shop!"
Eunuch Gui and Qin Gao stood by Shen Tian's side, blocking off any people who tried to harass him.
Meanwhile, the 20 'fated persons' also proactively formed a human barrier, so Shen Tian could pass through safely. After all, they were all hoping for Master Celestial to bring them greater wealth!
At that moment, there was a surprised shout among the crowd.
"Little Spirit Fairy has arrived!"
"Wow, my Little Spirit Fairy has finally arrived, and she looks even prettier than yesterday!"
"Little Spirit Fairy, this fake Master Celestial is trying to make use of your fame. Do expose him!"
"You, do you dare to compete with Little Spirit Fairy? And scram if you lose!"
"Yes, scram if you lose to her!"
A path was opened for Little Spirit Fairy, who wore a full-length dress today.
She looked as ravishing as the first time Shen Tian saw her and emanated immortal-like vibes.
However, Shen Tian was very calm now.
The reason was simple—he was clear of what the Little Spirit Fairy was capable of. This girl was no fairy with impressive powers, but a liar who's even less capable of assessing ores than Shen Tian!
To be honest, he might even end up exposing Little Spirit Fairy instead of the other way round!
Little Spirit Fairy walked daintily ahead until stopping in front of Shen Tian.
She looked... resentful as she stared at him.
Yes, resentful because she had recognized Shen Tian!
After all, Shen Tian's good looks couldn't be disguised just by changing into a simple Daoist robe and pasting two mustaches on his face.
Little Fairy drew in a deep breath and asked Shen Tian softly, "It's you?"
Shen Tian was quite stunned.
How did she recognize me after my perfect disguise? Unless... it's because of the third sense women have?
Despite this, Shen Tian did not deny his identity. He thought for a moment, smiled, and replied, "Yes, it's me again."
To be honest, Shen Tian did not have any bad feelings about Little Spirit Fairy. As a young girl trying to find her spot in the cultivation world, it was reasonable that she did not have an easy time making a living.
Much as though she was a recruited actor, Little Spirit Fairy was still able to keep her basic morales of resisting her unscrupulous bosses. That was something worth admiring.
In any case, Shen Tian's current business mode had also taken a leaf out of her book.
As such, he had a good impression of Little Spirit Fairy—but of course, her looks and figure had made up quite a big part of this impression too.
Yet though Shen Tian had a favorable impression of the Little Spirit Fairy, it was not the same for her.
Just the day before, Little Spirit Fairy had almost been frightened to death when Shen Tian bashed up young Shopkeeper Song.
Although Shen Tian later used the identity 'Shen Ao' to intimidate Young Shopkeeper Song, Little Spirit Fairy still returned 50 Spirit Stones to him as his medical fees.
This was because Shen Tian had decidedly left after 'rescuing the damsel in distress'—who knew whatever he had said previously about protecting her was true or not?
What if this chap was just speaking for fun and had totally no intention of really protecting her?
Then wouldn't she be the one who had offended the Song Family? How could she make a living in this area from then on?
Due to this incident, Little Spirit Fairy couldn't enjoy a good night's sleep.
When today came, the first thing she had heard was that her fans were quarreling with other people in the Myriad Spirit Garden.
Initially, Little Spirit Fairy had wanted to smooth things out and persuade her fans to stop quarreling.
However, when she reached the Phoenix Spirit Loft, she finally saw who was the 'Master Celestial'. And the fact that Shen Tian still had so many female fans surrounding him, despite wearing that Daoist robes and looking like a total fraud... This was something Little Spirit Fairy could not stomach.
This fellow is too despicable for words!
First of all, he had bashed up Young Shopkeeper Song and made me pay for almost a month's worth of income!
But considering how I also felt like beating up Young Shopkeeper Song, I can still let that pass...
And I am being generous enough for this matter!
Yet this chap here—after I told him how I earn a living for myself, he actually copied my method and started to snatch business from me? Isn't this too unscrupulous?! So what if he's good-looking—this is still unforgivable!
Actually, to be really, really honest...
In the event Shen Tian decided to work with the Spirit Ore shops to earn some Spirit Stones, Little Spirit Fairy wouldn't have that much of an objection.
This was because she knew clearly that her main target audience was male consumers, while Shen Tian's fans were mostly ladies.
The two of them actually didn't have overlapping niches, and they could totally work in the area peacefully without bothering each other much.
After all, each of them knew what the other was up to. There's no need to kick up such a fuss until both parties could not survive.
Trouble was—even if Shen Tian wanted to sell stuff and earn money, why couldn't he go to other Spirit Ore shops to do it?
The Phoenix Spirit Loft is working with me!
I already had agreed to collaborate with the lady boss of Phoenix Spirit Loft, that I will be performing and helping her to sell her stuff today!
Yet now, if you are here, what becomes of me?
Aren't you biting off the hand that feeds you!
When she thought of this, Little Spirit Fairy's face flushed red with anger. The way she looked now was like a piteous girl who was being dumped by a guy!
"You are a scumbag!"
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Chapter 29: What Do You Want!
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You are a scumbag!?
When Little Spirit Fairy spoke those words, the surroundings quietened down.
All the onlookers focused their attention on the two of them, and everyone could smell gossip in the air.
It's you?
Yes, it's me again.
You are a scumbag!
This was the full replay of what Little Spirit Fairy said to Master Celestial when they met.
When linking the conversation, coupled with Little Spirit Fairy's resentful looks...
Sss!
Something must have occurred between this pair!
All the female fans surrounding Shen Tian immediately thought of various possible stories that could have happened before.
"Why do I feel like Little Spirit Fairy and Brother Celestial are acquaintances?"
"Come on. They are far more than just acquaintances. Look at her resentful expression. I believe some tragic love story must have happened between them before!"
"You mean... Little Spirit Fairy had pursued Brother Celestial, but he rejected her?"
"Haha, that's possible. After all, our Brother Celestial is so mighty and good-looking!"
"Or could it be that Little Spirit Fairy had bedded with Brother Celestial but ended up being dumped by him? Argh, I doubt so!"
"But Brother Celestial's so handsome. I won't mind even if I had been bedded by him and got dumped later!"
When Little Spirit Fairy heard the discussions around them, she felt even more aggrieved.
Talk about going to bed with him and getting dumped? Hello, I am a chaste girl!
The Phoenix Spirit Loft's Shopkeeper Yu came out just in time then, when Little Spirit Fairy decided she couldn't stand it anymore and was about to pounce on Shen Tian.
While resisting her grievances, she pulled Shopkeeper Yu aside and asked in a low voice, "Sister Yu, didn't we agree to work together?"
Shopkeeper Yu was rather baffled. "Yes, of course!"
"Then why did you ask this chap to come here? Aren't you smashing my rice bowl then!?"
Shopkeeper Yu couldn't decide whether to laugh or cry. "You mean Master Celestial Shen? I did not invite him."
Little Spirit Fairy's lips twitched uncontrollably. "Master Celestial Shen? Did you just address him as Master Celestial?"
Shopkeeper Yu nodded, and admiration was written all over her eyes as she turned to look at Shen Tian. "Yes, Priest Shen is a real Master Celestial!"
"How can that be!"
"Why not? You mean... both of you really know each other that well?"
Shopkeeper Yu couldn't contain her curiosity as she asked, "Come, why don't you tell elder sister here what had passed between you two?"
"There's absolutely nothing between us!" Little Spirit Fairy gritted her teeth. "I am always unlucky when I run into this guy!"
Shopkeeper Yu smiled and said, "How can it be? Everyone's hoping to have affinity with Master Celestial!"
After that, she told Little Spirit Fairy about what happened within these past two days.
When Little Spirit Fairy heard about Shen Tian's encounters, she couldn't help but start to suspect if all her life had been a hoax.
First of all, Shen Tian had helped the Myriad Spirit Garden's Missy Li Lian'er to gain the Seven-Treasure Fairy Calabash Seed by using 50,000 Spirit Stones to buy the Turquoise Calabash Spirit Ore.
Next, he had helped seven 'fated persons' to choose ores. All of them had earned more than tenfold, and the highest among them earned profits of more than 100 times!
Now, he was still on his way to choose ores for 13 more 'fated persons'!
Could it be that this guy really knows how to assess ores?
But how is that possible!?
Even a real Spirit Ore Appraiser wouldn't be able to help 20 people choose ores in a single day!
After all, assessing ores is something that requires a lot of energy.
Besides, Little Spirit Fairy had met Shen Tian yesterday—and she knew for certain he was clueless about assessing ores!
If not, he could have just exposed her straightaway. There's no need for him to come and ask her any further questions.
Unless... this chap is just making fun of me?
And in actual fact, he's an expert at judging ores?
When she thought of this, Little Spirit Fairy got even more resentful.
As a reputable Spirit Ore Appraiser, don't you feel shameful for teasing a young girl like me?
When rethinking back to how she had made such a fool of herself in front of him, Little Spirit Fairy felt fire rising up in her body.
This was aggravated by Shen Tian's polite smile when she turned and looked back at him.
Are you ridiculing me?! Fine, I am now dead enemies with you!'
To Little Spirit Fairy, Shen Tian's smile was like pouring oil on fire.
If not for the fact that she had spent so long to build up her 'ethereal fairy' image in front of the masses, she would have dueled Shen Tian to death already!
"Sister Yu, I don't feel very well today. I shall not choose ores today, maybe next time!"
Shopkeeper Yu shook her head and said, "Oh, it's alright. Today after Master Celestial Shen came here, it seemed like my shop enjoyed better traffic!"
Little Spirit Fairy, "..."
Pushing down her anger at the fact that 'business had been snatched', Little Spirit Fairy forced a smile on her face.
"Ling'er doesn't feel very well today. I shall take my leave now. Please excuse me."
After that, she turned and left in fashion. However, to the onlookers, she looked more like she was escaping from something.
Meanwhile, Little Spirit Fairy's departure also made the relationship between her and Shen Tian seem all the more intriguing.
"Wth, why do I feel like Little Spirit Fairy's escaping?"
"I didn't think of it like that initially. But now, it seems like Little Spirit Fairy and Brother Celestial definitely have some unknown story!"
"My melon seeds are available for sharing. Will any kind soul tell me what's happening? I am really excited about their story!"
"Haha, this is so laughable! Look at them. They were gloating about their Little Spirit Fairy. Turns out that Little Spirit Fairy is also admiring Brother Celestial secretly! Some more, it looks like it's a one-sided love from her side!"
"Brother Celestial, why don't you accept Little Spirit Fairy? I am willing to stay at peace with her, and I promise, I won't be jealous."
All of Shen Tian's female fans started discussing more enthusiastically.
Meanwhile, Little Spirit Fairy's male fans were like pieces of withered eggplants—seeing how Little Spirit Fairy had escaped from the scene, what else could they fight for?
As for Shen Tian... well, he was in dazed mode all along.
Who am I? Where am I? What just happened...?
To Shen Tian, he had just greeted Little Spirit Fairy with a 'Yes, it's me again.' This seemed perfectly normal by anyone's standards.
Yet—this maiden insulted him as a 'scumbag', and still ran away piteously after that?
Hey, why don't you let me scold you too before you run away? Aren't you being too unreasonable? And since when are girls allowed to be that insensible?
Shen Tian was offended now. This maid was definitely losing his favourability points.
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No matter what, Little Spirit Fairy's appearance was like a hiccup in his plan for the day.
For the remaining half of the day, Shen Tian continued with helping his 'fated persons' choose ores in a slow but steady manner.
Each of the fated persons' halos would show better providence after they got the Spirit Stones.
At the same time, the black halo on top of Shen Tian also became paler. In fact, the patches of white on the halo were expanding in area.
Other than that, the theory of 'giving money to continue affinity' got even more widespread. In fact, this group of 'fated persons' actually formed a Master Celestial Sect and set one of the sect's rules to be: 'Contribute 50% of what one got to Master Celestial!"
Much as though Shen Tian emphasized that there's no need for such things, his feeble objections were ignored by all of them, who claimed that their contributions were offerings to the sect's master—him.
To be honest, this just sounded like some heretic cult.
In the end, Shen Tian could only accept the amount of 14,000 Spirit Stones offered by these 'fated persons'.
Nevertheless, Shen Tian felt that everything seemed to be developing for the better.
He had a mind to stop choosing ores after helping these 20 persons. After all, it was already getting dark, and if he continued... He would most probably be drowned by the tears of those Spirit Ore shops' shopkeepers.
Shen Tian returned to the inn with a tired body.
Yet he would never expect to see a familiar person waiting for him when he opened his room's door.
With a radiant smile on her face and carrying a cup of warm tea, Little Spirit Fairy greeted him warmly. "Brother Shen, I bet you are so tired!
"Ling'er has made tea for you. Please consume some to quench your thirst!"
Looking at this girl, who obviously seemed up to no good, Shen Tian felt ridiculous. "What do you want!?"
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Chapter 30: Little Spirit Fairy's Night Visit
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Yes, that's right.
This uninvited guest was none other than Little Spirit Fairy.
In the day, after leaving the scene huffily, Little Spirit Fairy had felt something was amiss.
No matter what, she could never believe that this fellow, who was about the same age as her, would be some Spirit Ore Appraiser.
After all, in the cultivation world, almost 90% of Spirit Ore Appraisers were elderly persons!
After pondering for a while, Little Spirit Fairy had decided to do an investigation on Shen Tian—she wanted to know if he really had the expertise or was just simply cheating others like herself.
As such, after changing clothes and putting on make-up to disguise herself, she had slipped back into the masses following Shen Tian.
One should really applaud ladies for their make-up skills—after she had a change of clothes and disguised herself with an ugly appearance, indeed, no one could recognize Little Spirit Fairy.
Thus, she had managed to secretly observe Shen Tian for the whole day.
The first hour of seeing him choose ores, she thought, This fellow must be a scammer, he must be using some magic tricks to fool us.
The second hour of seeing him choose ores, she thought, Hmm, I have to give it to him to recruit so many passersby. And his acting's quite good!
The third hour of seeing him choose ores, she thought, My God, how come all the shopkeepers looked like they are not faking it?
The fourth hour of seeing him choose ores, she thought, This guy... can he really be a Spirit Ore Appraiser?
The fifth hour of seeing him choose ores, she thought, Wth, how did he choose the correct ores? It's a hit... a hit, and another hit again?!
When all the chosen Spirit Ores had been consecutively cut open, and the 'fated persons' had happy tears running down their faces, Little Spirit Fairy had to admit—while it's true that she had been putting on an act... Shen Tian was not! He really had the real skills!
Gradually, she had been brainwashed by all the 'fated persons'—in fact, she had joined the Master Celestial Sect willingly!
After all, that slogan of 'Follow Master Celestial for Spirit Ores, Your Household Will Own it All' was simply too catchy!
"What do you want!?"
When Shen Tian directed his question at her, Little Spirit Fairy did not answer it.
Instead, she started playing up to him. "I bet Brother Shen is tired? Do you want Ling'er to massage your shoulders and your legs?"
Little Spirit Fairy actually squatted down in front of Shen Tian right after that and started massaging his legs!
Actually... it's quite comfortable!
Shen Tian couldn't help but compare her massaging skill to that of Eunuch Gui's. And his conclusion was—Little Spirit Fairy was not any lousier than him in this aspect!
However, should this scene be seen by her fans... Shen Tian bet they would be totally heartbroken!
"How's it, Brother Shen? Is this strength enough?"
When the young girl looked up, she had a radiant smile upon her face, which made people feel like witnessing the blooming flowers of spring.
Yet to Shen Tian, he just felt something wasn't quite right.
He looked down at Little Spirit Fairy and asked, "What's your intent?"
Imagine someone scolding you 'scumbag' in the day, but now calling you 'Brother Shen' so affectionately while helping to massage your shoulders and legs... There must be something up her sleeves!
Indeed, after hearing Shen Tian's question, the smile on Little Spirit Fairy's face got even sweeter.
She looked at him respectfully, knelt down, and said, "Ling'er begs Brother Shen to keep me as your disciple!"
What!?
What did she just say!?
Shen Tian was befuddled, "Keep you as my disciple?"
"Yes!"
Little Spirit Fairy looked at Shen Tian, and sincerity was written all over her pretty face.
"Ling'er is serious about this! Brother Shen, please keep me as your disciple, and teach me how to assess ores!"
Oh my god!
Imagine a beauty kneeling in front of you, begging you to 'keep' her...
How could any normal guy withstand such temptations?
Yet, Shen Tian withstood this test.
The reason was simple—when did he ever learn how to assess ores?
If he really let her stay by his side, what could he teach her? Some musical instruments?
For heavens' sake, wouldn't that be exposing himself!?
"I reject your request."
"But why?" Little Spirit Fairy put on a pitiful look. "Is it because Ling'er's too ugly, and Brother Shen cannot bear to keep me as your disciple?"
Little Spirit Fairy looked like she was about to cry—her sad face was heart-wrenching! It was almost impossible to reject such a beauty.
Shen Tian forced himself to look somewhere else and reply, "Miss Ling'er, we are not fated!"
Little Spirit Fairy put on an even more piteous expression. "But Brother Shen, I implore you to let me stay by your side!"
Oh god, I can't stand it!
Shen Tian closed his eyes and commented, "Miss Ling'er, there's no point in forcing it.
"You are so pretty. I am sure other Spirit Ore Appraisers will love to keep you as their disciple. Why must you ask me to be your master?"
Upon seeing how Shen Tian had closed his eyes, a hint of a smile flashed past Ling'er's eyes. She pouted and said, "Where do I go and find an even more powerful Spirit Ore Appraiser like Brother Shen, in the whole of the Myriad Spirit Garden?
"Besides, all those old fellows are lechers. Ling'er doesn't like them."
Shen Tian couldn't decide whether he should laugh or cry at this. "Then shouldn't Miss Ling'er be worried that I might also be a lecher like them?"
Little Spirit Fairy couldn't help but let out a soft laugh at this, especially after she saw Shen Tian was still refusing to look at her.
"Hehe, where on earth can I find a lecher as handsome as Brother Shen? Even if you are... then Ling'er will succumb to my fate willingly!"
Shen Tian was rendered speechless.
"Besides, Brother Shen looks really humble and honest. You must be a good man, and I bet you won't take advantage of me as my master. Am I right, Master?"
Shen Tian, "..."
I look humble and honest?
And was I just given the 'you are a good man' excuse by a girl?
Now, this is unacceptable. I define myself as a Casanova! I am the one who dumps women carelessly, as and when I want it,
Humble and honest—that's totally not the impression he wanted to give others!
Shen Tian snorted. "Miss, please leave! I will not keep you as my disciple!"
"No, no! Master is so handsome. I don't believe you are a heartless guy!
"Ling'er is so tired from following you around the whole day while you chose ores for others!"
Upon seeing how Shen Tian seemed undecided, Little Spirit Fairy immediately arranged a make-shift bed for herself on the room's floor.
"The day's getting late, Master. Please allow Ling'er to stay here for the night?
"Thank you, and good night!"
After that, Little Spirit Fairy actually pulled up her blankets... and slept.
She actually fell asleep!!!
Shen Tian was immensely offended by Little Spirit Fairy's actions as he gazed down on her closed eyelids.
How dare this girl ignore me and still sleep so soundly in my room?
This is such an insult—an insult indeed—to a Casanova like me!
Alright, he could accept this insult!
"Even if you do this, I will not keep you as my disciple!"
After all, His Highness here wasn't any lecherous man who would forget where he was when he met pretty girls.
Shen Tian snorted loudly. After taking another blanket from the room's cabinet, he walked out of the room.
Trying to seduce me? There's no room for it!
Do you think that I don't know censored contents are strictly not allowed? Given the kind of luck I have, what if I am exterminated because of this?
However, what Shen Tian did not know was that the second he walked out of the room, the young girl finally relaxed her tensed-up body beneath the blankets.
Little Spirit Fairy opened her eyes and revealed a somewhat rueful-but-cheeky smile.
I did not misjudge him. Master is really a gentleman!
Ha, just wait and see! I am definitely going to make you keep me as your disciple!
It's a must!
On the other hand, when Shen Tian left the room, he was greeted by a sorrowful old eunuch.
"Your Highness, Your Highness! How can you let go of such a golden opportunity!?" Eunuch Gui was ever more so grieved as he commented, "You are already 16 years old. Even if you are not prepared to take concubines, you should learn how to fool around!"
Shen Tian was slack-jawed.
Now he understood—apparently, Eunuch Gui must have given silent consent for Little Spirit Fairy's night visit. Or else, considering how Eunuch Gui had attained 7th Firmament of Qi Refinement, Little Spirit Fairy could have never gotten past him.
What made Shen Tian exasperated was, Eunuch Gui obviously wanted Shen Tian to have fun with Little Spirit Fairy—and thus, he had pretended not to notice how she had been harassing Shen Tian back in the room.
Shen Tian was incredulous at such behavior.
Honestly, are all these people in the cultivation world that open-minded?
Who is the real person who has transmigrated? Why do I feel so out of place here!?
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Chapter 31: Godfiend Body Tempering Cultivation System
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"She is not as simple as she looks. You better be careful."
Shen Tian said, "By the way, Uncle Gui, you should go and rest now."
Eunuch Gui smiled and said, "I will just sit and rest here. I can protect Your Highness too."
Shen Tian thought for a moment and said, "Uncle Gui, you and Qin Gao take 1,000 Spirit Stones each and go cultivate on your skills."
Eunuch Gui quickly declined. "How can we do that!?"
,000 Spirit Stones was a lot of money, enough for an average person to train all the way to Foundation Establishment!
Shen Tian waved his hand and said, "Do not reject them. If you become stronger, you'll better protect me."
After seeing Shen Tian's firm expression, Eunuch Gui nodded. "Yes, Your Highness!"
At that moment, Shen Tian noticed that the halo on Eunuch Gui's head turned redder than before. It seemed that Shen Tian's conjecture was correct—when he shared the opportunities with Eunuch Gui and others, his providence would increase too.
"Oh, right. Give me 100 Spirit Stones." Shen Tian smiled. "I'll try to cultivate the Tinder Sutra tonight!"
"Yes, Your Highness. I'll go arrange everything for you."
Eunuch Gui took out the Spirit Stones and money before going to ask the inn's owner for another room.
Shen Tian sat in a wooden barrel filled with herbal medicines and looked up. He placed the Spirit Stones in front of him and tried to recall the original 13th Prince's memories. He tried to cultivate again after so long!
However, unlike the time the 13th Prince had suffered Qi Deviation, Shen Tian chose a different cultivation system. It was the Godfiend Body Tempering Cultivation System!
There were many different cultivation systems in the cultivation world. Daoism's Golden Core Qi Refinement was the most common one, as it required fewer resources and was faster to cultivate.
At the same time, one could learn many peculiar skills from it. Also, due to the previous generations' contributions and research, this cultivation system was more complete. Thus, it had gradually become mainstream in the cultivation world.
However, the most ancient system was not Golden Core Qi Refinement. It was the Godfiend Body Tempering System, which originated from humans that had been studying ancient monsters and demons.
It was completely different from Golden Core Qi Refinement.
Qi Refinement was about refining the Spirit Qi in the world, storing it in the body as Divinity, and dealing damage with Dharmic powers.
However, for Body Tempering, it refined the Spirit Qi to boost one's physique and increase their physical power.
The first system emphasized on casting spells, while the second one focused on hand-to-hand combat.
Although both cultivation systems were equally good, Qi Refinement had become the cultivation world's mainstream for a simple reason—Body Tempering was very costly!
Given the same starting level, a Godfiend Body Tempering cultivator would need ten times the resources a Golden Core Qi Refinement cultivator needed.
Resources were already scarce in the cultivation world, and most people could not even afford to train cheaper techniques. Let alone Body Temping.
The deceased 13th Prince had attempted practicing the Godfiend Body Tempering System a few years ago. He had chosen the Tinder Body-Tempering Art—also known as Tinder Sutra—the most common Godfiend Body Tempering technique in the cultivation world.
It cost 5 silver taels in most workshops.
Yes, 5 silver taels, not 5 Spirit Stones!
It could be considered as free compared to other cultivation techniques.
Surprisingly, the 13th Prince had not suffered Qi Deviation while cultivating this cheap Tinder Body-Tempering Art.
Well, it should not come as a surprise. It should be known that Golden Core Qi Refinement cultivators needed to absorb the Spirit Qi into their dantian. Nonetheless, it was a very weak body organ and could be damaged easily.
If one lost control of the Spirit Qi in their dantian, then they would suffer Qi Deviation. Since the 13th Prince had been ill-starred all his life, losing control of his Spirit Qi was a normal happenstance.
However, a Godfiend Body Tempering cultivator did not need to direct the Spirit Qi to their dantian.
The first stage of this system was called the Body Tempering realm. In that realm, the cultivator needed to absorb a huge amount of Spirit Qi and refine their muscles and bones. Even if the Spirit Qi went out of control, there was hardly any impact.
The whole philosophy behind this system was to damage the physical body first and help it recover slowly with the aid of medicine. As such, the body would slowly get used to it and become stronger.
The more one lost control of their Spirit Qi and injured their bodies, the better the effect would be!
One might wonder why the 13th Prince had not continued cultivating the Tinder Sutra... Well, he had been very poor!
He had sold most of the valuable items in Lan Palace and had only obtained 100 Spirit Stones. He had spent an entire day cultivating the TInder Sutra and ended up spending all his wealth without even managing to enter the 1st Firmament!
Most Qi Refinement cultivators would reach the 3rd Firmament, and a select few the 4th Firmament, if they had 100 Spirit Stones.
In the end, the ill-starred prince had not even managed to master the Tinder Sutra's basics. Thus, he had chosen to give up, as there was no way for him to continue on that path.
However, everything was different now. Shen Tian had managed to earn 14,000 Spirit Stones in just one day!
Shen Tian felt that he could try cultivating the Tinder Sutra with the amount of money he possessed.
Well, it was not like he dared to try his luck with any other cultivation technique.
Shen Tian grabbed a Spirit Stone and focused. He circulated his energy according to the Tinder Sutra's instructions and absorbed the Spirit Qi in the stone.
Soon, a visible stream of Spirit Qi appeared from the Spirit Stone and entered Shen Tian's body.
Then, visible Spirit Qi appeared from the Spirit Stones and entered Shen Tian's body.
Golden Core Qi Refinement cultivation techniques allowed the practitioner to refine the stones' Spirit Qi, making it more gentle for the dantian to absorb. However, Godfiend Body Tempering cultivation techniques did not have such a step, so the stones' unrefined Spirit Qi was more violent.
The moment it entered Shen Tian's body, it started to activate his muscles and gave him the feeling that someone was hammering his muscles.
Although the continuous pain was tolerable, this sensation lasted for a long period. At the same time, his muscles felt both sore and numb.
Shen Tian clenched on the Spirit Stone tightly in pain.
The traditional way... is indeed brutal!
Fortunately, the medicinal bath was taking effect. His body was absorbing the medicines and healing the muscles.
Shen Tian's body was getting stronger as he endured through the pain.
Soon, the medicinal bath's color got lighter, and within an hour, all 100 Spirit Stones turned into motes of dust. He had used them all!
Money can indeed make people stronger! I'll need more Spirit Stones!
Shen Tian had realized something, so he opened his eyes and shouted in excitement, "Uncle Gui! I need more Spirit Stones! I'm close to success! I have a feeling that I can do it today!"
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Chapter 32: Little Fairy's Fortuitous Opportunity
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Uncle Gui swiftly took out a bunch of Spirit Stones from the Universe Ring and handed them to Shen Tian.
Shen Tian took a deep breath, started to circulate Tinder Sutra's Dharmic formulation again, and absorbed more Spirit Qi.
Had Shen Tian been cultivating a Golden Core Qi Refinement technique, he would not act so crazily. The reckless absorption of unrefined Spirit Qi in a short time was no different than committing suicide.
Nevertheless, Godfiend Body Tempering techniques were completely different, as the Spirit Qi would not reach the practitioner's dantian.
As Shen Tian continued to circulate the Spirit Qi through his body, he experienced great pain again. The Spirit Qi was bashing Shen Tian's body, making his muscles tougher and stronger.
Part of the Spirit Qi dissolved into the medicinal concoction and entered Shen Tian's body too. He could feel that his entire body was very energetic—every cell in his body was screaming in pain and joy at the same time!
Shen Tian understood that he was very close to breaking the shell that was holding him back. Thus, he now felt thrilled by the pain!
Wow! My perspiration is slowly pushing out the accumulated impurities in my body!
The feeling of my body getting stronger is amazing! No wonder so many people are too engrossed with cultivating!
100 Spirit Stones!
200 Spirit Stones!
300!
400!
500!
Shen Tian spent a total of 500 Spirit Stones and the entire night to reach the 1st Firmament of Body Tempering!
Shen Tian felt very relieved and relaxed while his body felt refreshed.
He clenched his fist and felt power flowing in his body.
Swoosh!
Shen Tian stood up from the wooden barrel. The water had become light green in color as most of the medicinal concoction had already been absorbed.
"Uncle Gui, eat this!"
Shen Tian laughed and gave Eunuch Gui a powerful punch. It was so powerful that it generated wind currents in the surroundings.
Boom!
Eunuch Gui stopped the punch with his right palm effortlessly. However, its power left him bewildered.
"That's a powerful punch!. That's the Godfiend Body Tempering System for you. It's very suited for close-quarters combat!"
Shen Tian smiled and said, "How was it, Uncle Gui?"
Eunuch Gui nodded and said, "The punch carried the force of about 500 kilograms! It is comparable to a 4th Firmament Qi Refinement cultivator's punch. A normal 1st Firmament Qi Refinement cultivator is no match for Your Highness!"
Although Qi Refinement cultivators had a longer range, Body Tempering cultivators were more powerful at the equivalent realm. Only top-tier Golden Core geniuses could stand their ground against them.
Shen Tian had enough power to beat a 1st Firmament Qi Refinement cultivator easily.
Shen Tian smiled. "Seems like this Tinder Body-Tempering Art is not as useless as I thought. This cheap book turned out to be quite useful."
The only drawback was the high cost of cultivating it. He had spent 500 Spirit Stones to break through, as well another 300 Spirit Stones for the medicinal bath!
He had only managed to reach the 1st Firmament of Body Tempering after consuming 800 Spirit Stones!
Had he been cultivating a Golden Core Qi Refinement technique, he would have reached the 9th Firmament of Qi Refinement!
Naturally, with more than ten times the expenditure, effortlessly beating same-tier peers was sensible.
I wonder if other Godfiend Body Tempering techniques are this costly as well. Too bad, I cannot find another Godfiend Body Tempering technique in the palace.
Shen Tian shook his head and sighed.
He was fortunate that he had the special power of seeing others' halos, which allowed him to earn money by assessing ores. Otherwise, he would be unable to cultivate the Tinder Sutra. In order to cultivate that technique, it didn't matter how gifted one was. All that mattered was how rich they were!
Seems like the Godfiend Body Tempering System suits me. I will continue cultivating the Tinder Sutra for the time being!
Shen Tian dried himself and wore a new shirt.
His body, which seemed quite slim at first, was now buffed up a little. The muscles were more prominent, and he looked much better in that way.
Although he had not slept all night, Shen Tian did not feel tired at all. He felt he was filled with strength and energy.
The sun is almost up. Time for me to get something to eat and go out for more providence!
Shen Tian picked up his banners and was about to leave.
Suddenly, a scream came from next door.
"HELP!"
Then, someone dashed out from the windows.
The shadow ran away quickly in the darkness, carrying a woman on his shoulder!
"It's Miss Ling'er!" Eunuch Gui had a serious look on his face as he asked, "Should we chase?"
Shen Tian answered, "Of course! We cannot let anything happen to her!"
Eunuch Gui smiled.
Seems like the prince likes Little Spirit Fairy after all. Now that she is in danger, he can not hide it anymore!
Eunuch Gui was not so worried about the one who kidnapped Little Spirit Fairy. According to his observation, he was, at best, an 8th Firmament Qi Refinement cultivator. He was confident in defeating him; after all, his Demon Book of Hyuga was formidable!
In Eunuch Gui's mind, it was a good thing that she was in danger, and the prince was concerned over her safety. At least, he now knew what was on the prince's mind. Thus, he chased after the kidnapper swiftly.
Shen Tian did not know what Eunuch Gui was thinking. He was not so worried because he liked Little Spirit Fairy.
As a good youth of the 21st century that had cultivated his socialistic core values, Shen Tian felt obligated to save her.
Well, that was bullsh*t.
The true reason Shen Tian wanted to save her was that he had seen an image on Little Spirit Fairy's halo!
It was right at the moment when her kidnapper escaped.
What did that show?
It meant that Little Spirit Fairy should not encounter any danger this time. In fact, she would encounter a big fortuitous opportunity!
So far, Shen Tian had only met two individuals with red-halo fortuitous opportunities. The first one had been Qin Gao's Demon Book of Hyuga. It was the most prestigious skill among the eunuchs, and even the Imperial Sutra could not compare to it.
As for the second one, it was Li Lian'er's Seven-Treasure Fairy Calabash Seed. It was said that the calabash could protect the branch for generations.
Most importantly, both times he had freeloaded and shared their opportunities, the black mist surrounding Shen Tian's halo had dispersed significantly.
Shen Tian felt that if he encountered red-halo opportunities two more times, his halo would turn completely white!
By then, his bad luck would take a turn for the better, and he would finally be able to enjoy a normal life!
Shen Tian felt exhilarated when thinking that he would not lose his life due to some random, unlucky incident. As such, he must involve himself in Little Spirit Fairy's fortuitous opportunity!
As Eunuch Gui increased his speed, Shen Tian could feel the wind howling beside his ear.
They were closing in on Little Spirit Fairy's kidnapper.
Finally, Eunuch Gui caught up with them on the edge of a cliff, east of the Myriad Spirit Garden.
The man was wearing a black suit, and his eyes were cold.
"Let go of her right now!"
Eunuch Gui scoffed, stood in front of him, and unsheathed his purple sword immediately.
Purple Feather Soft Sword was a gift from Shen Tian, and it cost 100 Spirit Stones. Its user could manipulate their Spirit Qi to change the sword's shape, putting the opponent at a disadvantage as it was hard to dodge its attacks.
This was the best sword for Eunuch Gui before he reached Foundation Establishment. Then, he could control the sword with his mind.
In other words, with this sword, Eunuch Gui would be invincible in the Qi Refinement realm.
Unexpectedly, the black-clothed man seemed very relaxed and quite disdainful!
He threw Little Spirit Fairy to the side and laughed at Shen Tian.
"Haha! No man can resist a beautiful woman's charms! Just like I expected! Shen Aotian, you are here after all!"
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Chapter 33: Strong Opponent From Evil Spirit
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The black-clothed man was not bothered that they had found him.
Shen Tian felt that he was the actual target in the first place.
Eunuch Gui scoffed and said, "How dare you try to harm the prince!"
Then, he pounced at the opponent in the blink of an eye!
"Go and die!"
Cling, cling, cling!
The Purple Feather Soft Sword was moving quickly, and only the reflection of purple light was visible due to the fast speed.
Soon, the man was surrounded by blade auras, sealing all escape routes.
Unexpectedly, even though Eunuch Gui had incredible attacking speed, he was unable to hurt the black-clothed man.
An invisible force field seemed to push the blade away, allowing the black-clothed man to stand still, unharmed. None of the attacks landed on him.
"Not bad for a 7th Firmament Qi Refinement cultivator!" The man smiled at Eunuch Gui. "Your cultivation technique must be very special. Hand it over, and I'll give you a quick death!"
As he finished his sentence, his dantian exuded a gold ray of light, and a golden core appeared!
It was so powerful that it pushed everything around it away like a tsunami. The shockwave struck Eunuch Gui and sent him flying.
He coughed out blood with a pale face due to his grievous wounds.
"Golden Core realm! You are at the Golden Core!"
Eunuch Gui was in despair. He struggled to stand up. "Your Highness, please run! I will stop him!"
Shen Tian shook his head.
A Golden Core cultivator could use their power to create a nomological realm, so running away would be impossible now.
This man had hidden his real power, having planned everything.
The black-clothed man said, "Stop struggling. The moment you left the Myriad Spirit Garden, your fate was sealed! I have already set a Deceptive Region here. No one will ever find out your whereabouts!"
The man took out a jade box and removed a pill from it. He laughed.
"Hehe, Shen Aotian? You are good at assessing ores, but you are too weak!
"At first, I thought you were just hiding your real strength.
"Who would know that you were so weak!?
"Since you said that we're not fated, I'll just have to use force!
"When you eat this Mesmerizing Pill, you will be loyal to the Saints and help me unconditionally!
"Then, my power will grow in the Country of Fire! Hahaha!"
Shen Tian fell deep in thought.
He recalled that a Perfected Golden Core, named Black Blood, had begged him the previous day to find a good ore for him. Unfortunately, his halo had not revealed any fortuitous opportunity image, so Shen Tian had turned him down.
Now, he was risking everything and trying to make Shen Tian into his puppet!
"Saints?" asked Shen Tian, clearly interested. "All the lands in our Country of Fire are controlled by the Grand White Grotto-Heaven, which is governed by the Divine Firmament Sacred Ground... There are no Saints around here!"
Black Blood was unhappy that Shen Tian was questioning the Saints' existence. He scoffed. "Grand White Grotto-Heaven is nothing compared to the Saints!
"The Divine Firmament Sacred Ground is not even a speck of dust before the Saints' founder!"
The black-clothed man's revelation shocked Eunuch Gui.
"Saints? You are from Evil Spirit! I see! You are a Believer from Evil Spirit!"
There were countless branches in the cultivation world. The Eastern Wilderness had 12 Sacred Grounds, 36 Grotto-Heavens, and 72 Blessed-Lands.
By right, they were all helping one another, and their relationship was very complex.
The Elder of a Sacred Ground could be the cultivation partner of another Elder in the Grotto-Heaven.
Although the situation looked peaceful on the surface, evil forces were lurking in the dark. Evil Spirit was the most unbridled dark force that had once gone against a Sacred Ground openly.
Evil Spirit's Believers rarely used Spirit Stones to cultivate. They would use Blood Sacrifice most of the time.
They would consume the blood and spirit of people to make themselves stronger. The downside of it was that their foundations were unstable.
Nevertheless, their initial cultivation speed was very fast, and they did not need many Spirit Stones. If they crafted some hideous weapon, such as the "Heretic Umbrella", they could beat cultivators of the same tier easily.
As one would expect, the cultivation world did not accept Evil Spirit's cultivation method, so everyone hated them with a passion. As long as they appeared, everyone would hunt them down!
Even so, many people wished to join Evil Spirit, especially gullible, hot-headed fellows. Thus, they had been a huge problem for many years.
"So, you are from Evil Spirit." Shen Tian frowned and said, "Your target is me. You can let Uncle Gui and Little Spirit Fairy go."
Perfected Black Blood laughed. "No way! They already saw my face.
"There is only one Mesmerizing Pill here. Other than you, everyone will die here!"
He looked at Little Spirit Fairy and said, "She is really beautiful. What a pity.
"I should do something with her before I kill her. What do you think?
"Are you okay with it?"
Perfected Black Blood stared at Shen Tian in the hope of seeing his angry face.
Unfortunately, he was disappointed.
"Are you sure you don't want to hear my proposal?" asked Shen Tian.
"On what grounds do you believe you can negotiate with me? They are all dead!"
Shen Tian sighed. "Well, that's more like it. This is the cultivation world's true face! Blacky, you've made me proud!"
Black Blood was confused and felt something was not right.
"Stop bluffing! You think you can still beat me now?"
Shen Tian walked up to Eunuch Gui and helped him get up. He smiled and said, "Are you not curious about where my other friend is?"
Black Blood was stunned as realization dawned upon him—he had two followers!
If one of them is here, where is the other one!?
Just as he thought about it, a deafening sound came from the sky!
Swoosh!
Swoosh! Swoosh!
Swoosh! Swoosh! Swoosh!
Soon, they saw white-robed Enforcers riding on their flying swords, closing in fast to their location!
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Chapter 34: I'm A Father Now?
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They were wrapped in a white sword light that was as bright as a shooting star in the night sky.
The three captains in the Golden Core realm stood side by side, while 20 cultivators in the Foundation Establishment realm were lined from left to right, forming an arrow formation.
According to a Sword Kinesis Flight theory, it was more Divinity-efficient to fly with the sword in that way.
That was exactly what happened, and the 20 or so Enforcers were rushing at full speed.
They were closing in very fast from miles away.
Cling!
The Demon Suppression Swords behind the Enforcers flew out of the sheaths on their backs, and the generated sound was exceptionally loud.
Twenty-three magic swords formed a heavenly net and trapped Perfected Black Blood in the center.
The sword burst forth like a divine weapon in an instant!
"Evil! Execute!"
The leading Golden Core cultivator shouted with his sword in hand.
All Enforcers gave their Divinity to form a 20-meter sword in the sky. Then, the sword slashed down and left a deep marking on the ground.
Perfected Black Blood dared not hesitate and gave his best too. Black smoke was surrounding his golden core now, and it looked very spooky. At the same time, his strength increased!
Evidently, he had not even used half of his power to deal with Eunuch Gui.
"Phantom Blood Hand Seal!"
Black Blood's voice was hoarse, like an evil ghost returning from hell.
He used his Golden Core cultivation and blocked the giant sword's attack. A huge dark red vortex also appeared and tried to absorb the blade aura from the giant sword.
Unfortunately, the blade aura of more than 20 Enforcers was just too powerful.
It landed squarely on Black Blood!
Boom!
He bore the full brunt and was badly wounded. Blood spurted out of his mouth.
He looked very pale now.
23 Enforcers landed together and guarded Shen Tian behind them.
"Black Blood, I didn't know you were from Evil Spirit!"
"You won't get away with this. You'd better surrender yourself!"
"Master Celestial, don't worry! You are with us now. He can't hurt you!"
There were not many Golden Core cultivators in the Country of Fire, and they clearly knew Black Blood.
However, regardless of their relationship, there was only one choice left after learning that Black Blood was a member of Evil Spirit—kill him!
What's more, this 'Master Celestial Aotian' behind them was too important.
Not only did many of the dignitaries in Myriad Spirit Garden owe their gratitude to him, the Myriad Spirit Garden's princess liked him so much that she had given him her Jade Water Sword!
They would definitely lose their job if something happened to him in Myriad Spirit Garden.
Qin Gao also appeared behind the Enforcers.
He was much more talented in cultivating the Demon Book of Hyuga than Eunuch Gui. Since Shen Tian had given him enough Spirit Stones to cultivate, he had become much stronger.
He had already reached the 3rd Firmament of Qi Refinement! One had to know that he was the 1st Firmament!
His movement technique was very fast now.
Qin Gao rushed up and asked them quickly, "Prince! Uncle Gui, are you guys okay!?"
Uncle Gui smiled and said, "Luckily, you made it in time. I was so close to joining Her Majesty just now."
Qin Gao was embarrassed. "Sorry that it took quite a while."
Shen Tian had found it suspicious the moment he had seen Black Blood taking Little Spirit Fairy away.
Myriad Spirit Garden's security was not so weak that any Qi Refinement cultivator could come and take people away from the inn.
What's the use of taking Little Spirit Fairy anyway?
If he wanted to rape her, there was a bed in the room on the spot.
That would be more convenient and exciting!
It did not make sense for him to take her at all!
Black Blood had poor acting skills too. He had already taken his hostage, but he had kept looking at Shen Tian's room while escaping.
It was as though he was pleading Shen Tian to chase after him!
Shen Tian had read enough novels to find something wrong with the whole setup. Thus, he had asked Qin Gao to find the Enforcers for help.
It was their job anyway, so he did not have to risk fighting alone.
It turned out that he was right.
However, Shen Tian did not expect Qin Gao to call so many people.
Shen Tian thought one Golden Core was the best he could do.
Unexpectedly, there were three Golden Core and 20 Foundation Establishment cultivators. That was enough to form an enhanced platoon!
Shen Tian was very pleased with this.
He smiled and said, "The law enforcement captains in the Myriad Spirit Garden usually don't go out so easily. Good job on convincing three captains to come out."
Qin Gao replied, "Actually, I did not do much. I just told a random Enforcer that Your Highness might be in danger.
"Then, all the Enforcers on night shift volunteered. They said it's the best time to form ties of fate with Master Celestial.
"The three captains told the rest to leave the other captains out of this. They were worried that fate would be distributed between them."
Shen Tian, "???"
What? So this can be about fate-making too?
Shen Tian's mouth twitched.
They're too obsessed with getting rich!
However, something wrong happened on the battlefield.
"That is really powerful. Myriad Spirit Garden's Enforcers, indeed!"
Black Blood stood up. His clothes were tattered, and blood was oozed out of his wounds.
The captain scoffed and said, "Black Blood, just give up!"
"Give up?" Now, it was time for Black Blood to scoff. "I'm an Elder of the Saints stationed in the Country of Fire. Do you think that is all I've got?"
He laughed and cut his left wrist.
Blood spurted out and formed a weird shape in the sky. As the blood continued to pour out, the patterns became more complex and bizarre.
Black Blooded roared, "Ghost Mother, come out!"
Suddenly, a slender palm stretched out of that pattern. Then, the head, the neck, and the body followed!
It was a woman in a big red wedding dress, her hair covering her entire face, and she was white as a sheet.
She was floating in the void with a creepy, eerie look.
There was a cluster of young ghosts around her—each one was covered in blood and looked incredibly hideous.
"This... This is a half-step Nine Neonate evil spirit, Jiu'er!" the captain said in a terrified voice.
Jiu'er?
Shen Tian was slightly stunned and directed his gaze towards Jiu'er.
The ghost was staring at him too.
A female voice came from the void.
"Hehe~
"What a handsome boy. My children... are going to have a father at last!"
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Chapter 35: A Sea of Blade Aura
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"My children... are going to have a father at last!"
Haiti's black hair covered her entire face, making it impossible to see what lay underneath. However, just her appearance and miserable voice were enough to give him the creeps.
Such a being suddenly says she wants me to be a father to her children!?
Shen Tian looked at the ghost babies crowding around Jiu'er... and shuddered.
Even the evil spirits are so unorthodox these days? Being too handsome is really troublesome!
Black Blood smiled and said, "Ghost Mother, you like this pretty boy?
"Fine, as long as you help me defeat these Enforcers when I capture this kid and feed him the Mesmerizing Pill, he is all yours!"
Jiu'er looked at Black Blood and laughed. "Hehe, really!"
Even Black Blood shuddered. He knew better than anyone how sinister this evil spirit was.
Strictly speaking, Jiu'er was not one of Evil Spirit's Believers. Instead, it was a special artifact Evil Spirit's top executives had crafted.
This artifact was required to search for a virgin born in a time of yin. It had to kill her entire family in front of her when she was in her wedding dress and just about to get married. Then, it had to extract her soul and seal her in a Dharma artifact for years.
Slowly, she would become a vengeful spirit. Only when there were 500 or more ghost babies, this supreme evil weapon, Jiu'er, could be considered fully refined.
A fully refined Jiu'er would be at least above the Nascent Soul realm. The entire city and kingdom would fall to hell once it appeared.
There were only 300 babies with this Ghost Mother right now, so it only had a half-step Nascent Soul's power.
However, Black Blood could feel that the artifact was not strong enough to hold her. Thus, he did not dare to refine it any more.
He was afraid that Ghost Mother would become too powerful and turn back on him. In that case, he would die horribly.
But now, Black Blood was already surrounded and had absolutely no way out. He could only bring out the Ghost Mother and take a risky gamble.
"Hehe, remember your promise. He has such a good body. I'm going to suck everything out of him!"
Jiu'er smiled fiercely and lunged at the three Golden Core Enforcers. Her 300 ghost babies were behind her, surrounding the Foundation Establishment cultivators.
They tried to fight with their blade auras, but the effect was negligible. All the support from the Enforcers was cut off.
Without any other help, they would be defeated and killed eventually.
"Hehe. Who is the one giving up now?" Black Blood looked at his wounds and said, "You are gonna pay for this!"
Then, he dashed toward Shen Tian. His hand was holding the Mesmerizing Pill.
I've got him!
Eunuch Gui and Qin Gao's faces changed dramatically.
"Prince! Run! I'll stop him!"
The two of them blocked in front of Shen Tian together, prepared to meet their deaths. They would not allow the prince to be in danger at all!
However, Shen Tian pushed the two of them away slowly.
"Sigh..."
"Why... are you making me do this?"
Shen Tian pointed his finger at Black Blood.
Suddenly, he was covered in blinding light, and someone appeared from this light. Although the light concealed his body, his presence was very powerful.
The earth shook as he appeared!
He was just holding a board sword and made a simple slash.
It looked very normal.
However, a blade aura appeared in the sky. Then it divided into two, and then three... Soon, there were millions of them.
It became a sea of blade auras and flew toward Black Blood.
"Changhe Sword Intent? How is it possible!? No!!!"
Black Blood let out a scream, his voice filled with fear and dread—even his Golden Core realm could not stop the attack.
In a short while, the longswords ran through Black Blooded's body, and blood splattered. His Golden Core shattered into pieces.
When the blade aura dissipated, Black Blood was no longer there.
Perfected Black Blood, a Golden Core cultivator, was killed!
A string of black rosary prayer beads fell on the ground. It must be something very special, or else it could not have been intact after the attack.
There were cracks on every bead, and the largest red rosary bead was nearly cracked.
Jiu'er and the baby ghosts let out a scream, and all the spirits disappeared.
Before the Ghost Mother disappeared, she gave Shen Tian a grudging glance.
It was only then that the Golden Core Enforcers were relieved, their bodies already drenched in a cold sweat.
The Ghost Mother was a terrifying being. Normal physical attacks were almost ineffective against her.
Her attack, however, was so bizarre that it had forced the Enforcers into a perilous situation. If the Ghost Mother had not suddenly disappeared, all three of them would have been in great danger.
They looked at one another and kept their swords.
They appeared in front of Shen Tian, their faces full of admiration.
"We are so ashamed! We thought we could be helpful here. But it turned out that Master Celestial had to save us instead."
"Master Celestial has such a powerful sword skill! I admire it so much!"
"Master Celestial, you are my lifesaver! You can ask me to do anything."
"Master Celestial, do you still need people in your Celievers? You can trust me with your work!"
Now, even the three of them want to join Celievers...
Shen Tian was rendered speechless.
Given your skills, you could at least become guardians in the palace.
Why do you even bother to be my fans?
"Erm... Thank you for rushing over to help me."
Shen Tian was caught between laughter and tears. He said, "I believe there will be fate between us one day."
They had pure dark green halos on their heads. Although there was no trace of redness, they were considered very lucky individuals.
If they continued to find Shen Tian every day, they should have fortuitous opportunities one day. Thus, the three of them were overjoyed.
Master Celestial had both incredible judging ore skills and powerful sword skills.
It would be their blessing to have fate with him!
"Thank you, Master Celestial!"
"If you need anything, please tell me!"
"We'll make sure all the Celievers will be well taken care of in here!"
Shen Tian nodded helplessly upon hearing their promise.
Honestly, he had not wanted to show off just now.
The Sword Master Token that Li Chang'ge had given him was just too expensive!
He had just struck with the Sword Master Token once, and it cost him 4,000 Spirit Stones!
His wallet was screaming in pain!
Shen Tian looked at the rosary beads and started thinking.
Is this a monster drop now?
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Chapter 36: Should We Hit Again?
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Eastern Wilderness...
There was a creepy palace hidden somewhere in the abyss.
Many crystal-like soul plates were placed on the altar.
Suddenly, one of the soul plates cracked and shattered.
Many people woke up in the dark.
"It's Black Blood's soul plate. He has been taken out in the Country of Fire."
"He has Jiu'er with him. There aren't many people that could kill Black Blood in the Country of Fire."
"We are exposed in the Country of Fire already?"
"Send Black Wood for investigation. Ask him to kill that person. If possible, convince the 6th Prince to join us too. He is talented and could be used to guide our Holy Spirit."
"Yes, sir."
Grand White Grotto-Heaven...
The sound of the water was deafening, and even granite stones would be shattered under its force.
A man was standing at the bottom of the waterfall and slashing it with his sword—Li Changge!
There was another man in his middle-age standing beside the waterfall. He was carrying a giant board sword and looked very fierce.
He was scolding Li Changge.
"Too slow!
"Too weak!
"Your shoulder, your legs, your finger! Use your strength!
"Your body is very important! If you want to be powerful with your swordplay, you need to train harder.
"Your sword is just too weak!"
The man looked at Li Changge indifferently. "You bring your sister out with this kind of rubbish skill? Shame on you!
"Continue! You are not allowed to leave here until you master the Changhe Sword Intent!"
Suddenly, the man felt something.
He looked in the direction of the Country of Fire and said, "Someone used my token. Is it that boy?"
The man then scoffed.
Since he's carrying my Sword Master Token, it won't be hard to find him.
Zi Yang is familiar with the terrain in the Country of Fire. I will ask him to bring the boy back.
I want to see what kind of look he has that he dared to trick my daughter!
Saintess Mountain, Divine Firmament Sacred Ground...
A red-crowned crane landed in front of a shadow.
She was a lady in white-cloaked armor and silver longsword.
She was wearing a red Phoenix Feather Mask, and her eyes looked like the stars in the sky. She cuddled on the crane and fed a Spirit Stone to it.
After eating the Spirit Stone, the feather of the crane looked much more beautiful.
It squeaked and flew into the sky again.
She walked to the edge of a cliff and stared at a distance.
Her eyes were filled with silver-white lightning as though she was going to purify all the evil in the world.
"Evil Spirit appeared in the Country of Fire and murdered lots of people?
"The Myriad Spirit Garden, Celievers, Nippon Mountain Dark Grotto, Shen Aotian?
"I've never heard of him before. He'd better not be part of Evil Spirit!"
Then she jumped up, and her sword flew below her feet.
Swoosh!
She disappeared in no time!
In a seclusion chamber in the Country of Fire, Shen Ao had his eyes closed, and his entire body was shaking.
He was soaked in sweat!
"Almost there. Almost!"
"Arh!!!"
Shen Ao suddenly opened his eyes and gave a loud cry!
The shockwave pushed everything away from him.
Shen Ao slowly stood up, and his body felt very weak, yet immense power was flowing in his body.
"What a powerful force!
"I can feel it! Is this the power in Foundation Establishment?
"Qi Refinement had nothing to compare with it. This is the true meaning of cultivation!"
Shen Ao wiped his sweats and said excitedly, "Perfected Zi Yang promised me to take me in as his disciple as long as I reached Foundation Establishment!
"Now, I have succeeded. I'll just have to go to the Grand White Grotto-Heaven.
"Oh yeah, I should get a gift for him.
"I'll train another three days.
"And then go to the Myriad Spirit Garden to get something good.
"13th Prince visited me a few days ago, hope that did not affect my providence."
"Ah-choo!"
"Ah-choo! Ah-choo!"
Shen Tian began to sneeze non-stop.
He felt that someone was secretly admiring how handsome he was again.
The three Golden Core Perfected Ones had been chased away, and only the four of them were left in this wildness.
Little Spirit Fairy was still sleeping in the sack.
Shen Tian's focus was on the beads he had in his hand.
"I spent 4,000 Spirit Stones to cast a skill and got this?" Shen Tian began to fondle the bead. "It cracked and does not feel smooth at all."
Suddenly, a voice came from the beads. "You! Stop!"
Shen Tian was shocked and quickly tossed the beads away.
Dark smoke began to form near the beads, and a woman in a red dress appeared.
It was Jiu'er!
However, she seemed much weaker than before. Her appearance was very unstable, and looked like she was going to disappear anytime soon.
She was badly wounded!
Her hair was covering her eyes, and she stared at Shen Tian. "Stop fondling me!"
Shen Tian's mouth twitched. "Why are you here again? As I said, I'm not interested in being your children's father!"
"You are touching me all over, and I cannot come out?"
The Ghost Mother's eyes were filled with bitterness, and she started crying.
Shen Tian was shocked.
What? I made Jiu'er cry just because I touched the beads?
The experience of hearing a ghost crying is no joke!
If a normal girl's cry could deal 100 damage, this female ghost's cry would be 1,000!
It was extremely painful to the ear.
Wait, so... these beads are possessed by Jiu'er?
That's awkward...
Shen Tian quickly said, "Okay, okay. Please stop crying. I just touched the beads for a few seconds. Relax."
The Ghost Mother slowly stood up, looking very shy.
She bowed and said, "Thank you, Immortal Senior, for slashing all my resentment away. I'm back to my senses. I don't know how to repay you..."
Shen Tian quickly interrupted, "Ermm, you don't have to pledge to marry me."
Jiu'er was shocked for a moment, and more resentment started forming. Even the black smoke around her seemed to be denser than before.
Qin Gao was very alarmed by it. "Your Highness, her resentment is coming back. Should we hit her again?"
Jiu'er, "..."
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Chapter 37: Just Acupuncture Would Do
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After taking a deep breath of Yin Qi, Jiu'er hurriedly dispelled the dark aura around her.
She explained, "I no longer have any resentment. Immortal Senior, please do not misunderstand!"
Upon sensing that her resentment disappeared, Shen Tian also heaved a sigh of relief. Even if Jiu'er was at her peak condition, he was not afraid either. However, large amounts of Spirit Stones would be wasted to use the Sword Master Token.
Jiu'er kneeled in front of Shen Tian and said, "Immortal Senior has killed the evildoers of Evil Spirit and allowed me to escape their control.
"I am unable to repay your kindness, so I don't dare to hope for anything else. But... it's just... the children in the beads are innocent and unable to enter the reincarnation cycle.
"I am not their real mother, but we have spent many years together, so I cannot bear to see their plight.
"I only hope that you can release their souls and allow them to enter the reincarnation cycle.
"If so, I am willing to serve beside you and be your slave or servant to repay you.
"Even if Immortal Senior wants to fondle me, I-I can accept too!"
Sssss!
Shen Tian took in a sharp breath.
Who would want to fondle you!? What kind of person do you think I am?
At that moment, Jiu'er lifted her hair, which originally covered her face, and an ethereal and stunning face appeared before Shen Tian.
Shen Tian did not know what phrase to use to describe her beauty.
If he had to describe...
Then, Little Spirit Fairy's appearance would be breathtaking and heavenly. Li Lian'er was cute, like a little sister next door. Meanwhile, Jiu'er was like an elf in the night, under the moonlight, grieving and mournful.
She was just like Nie Xiaoqian in Joey Wong's version of A Chinese Ghost Story.
She had an amorous disposition and made one could not help but want to take pity on her.
Sigh... When thinking about it carefully, her whole family was slaughtered before she married. Then, she was sealed in the beads and unable to enter the reincarnation cycle. That's indeed quite pitiful!
Shen Tian could not help but feel sympathetic for her.
"Don't worry! You don't need to be my slave or servant. There is justice in heaven and earth!" He said righteously, "I will definitely release the children's souls!"
Jiu'er was moved. "I thank Immortal Senior on behalf of those children."
"That's right!" It was as if Shen Tian had thought of something, so he asked, "How can we release their souls? Is it possible to do it physically?"
Jiu'er was stunned for a moment. "Physically? What do you mean?"
Shen Tian touched the Sword Master Token he was carrying, slightly reluctant. However, he still said firmly, "What if I use the earlier sword aura and slash a few more times? Would it be able to cut off your resentments?"
Jiu'er's delicate body trembled, while her originally illusory soul became more transparent. When recalling the earlier slash's power, her eyes were filled with fear.
"I'm afraid not. If Immortal Senior unleashes that slash once again, then the beads will be destroyed completely. By then, our souls would all vanish."
Shen Tian was helpless as he did not know any Dharma spells to release souls!
Then, this makes the matter difficult!
Forget it, let's carry the beads on me first!
If an opportunity presented itself, and he encountered any mantra that could release souls, such as the Rebirth Mantra, Shen Tian would help them enter the reincarnation cycle.
Shen Tian said, "I will think of other ways to help those children to be reborn.
"That's right. You seem to be injured quite seriously. Is there any way to heal your injuries?"
Upon seeing how unreal and weak her soul looked, Shen Tian felt that she could disappear any time soon.
Jiu'er nodded. "These are soul-nourishing beads, so once I return to them, my injured body will heal slowly."
Shen Tian was deep in thought. "However, the beads seem to be damaged. Is there any way to restore them?"
Jiu'er said, "As long as enough resentment and Evil Qi are absorbed, they can be restored, but..."
Jiu'er did not continue speaking as Shen Tian could understand her meaning. If the beads continued absorbing resentment, then as the beads were restored, the souls of Jiu'er and those children would continue to be corroded.
By then, Jiu'er would revert back to how she was previously.
"Would absorbing Spirit Qi be possible?" Shen Tian suddenly said, "Would you be able to recover if you absorbed Spirit Stones?"
Jiu'er thought for a moment and said, "Should be possible!"
Evil cultivators trained evil cultivation techniques that harmed others to benefit themselves due to the lack of training resources.
The so-called resentment, Evil Qi, or Qi from evil spirits, they were not as pure as the Spirit Qi from heaven and earth. However, to evil cultivators, it was much easier to obtain these above-mentioned types of energy as compared to Spirit Stones.
For example, in order to obtain the so-called resentment that sustained Haiti, one only needed to continue killing people.
If one used Spirit Qi to rear spirits, then even the resources of Nascent Soul cultivators would be depleted. Therefore, most heretic cultivators would choose blood sacrifices to restore Dharma treasures.
Obviously, Shen Tian found it more convenient to use Spirit Qi since he was so poor he was only left with Spirit Stones.
"Alright, then return to the beads and stay in there!"
Shen Tian took out a bag of Spirit Stones and stuffed it within the beads.
Hehe, she should feel comfortable now!
Upon seeing Shen Tian take ownership of the beads, Eunuch Gui and Qin Gao were both relieved.
So, the reason His Highness is indifferent toward Little Spirit Fairy and Fairy Lian'er is that... His Highness does not like women but has eyes only for female ghosts!
Although it's not very good to be involved with female ghosts, at least, His Highness has grown up. The difference between female ghosts and women would not be that distinctive after blowing out the lights!
His Highness is currently interested in female ghosts. If we guide him slightly, it won't be difficult for His Highness to be interested in women in the future. Then, getting married and giving birth to children will occur naturally.
If Concubine Lan knew, she would definitely be happy!
Eunuch Gui was relieved that the 13th Prince had finally found a woman that made his heart beat.
Meanwhile, Qin Gao was even more excited.
Shen Tian was unaware that his subordinates' thoughts were running wild.
He slowly walked toward Little Spirit Fairy and observed her.
It was unknown what Perfected Black Blood had used to drug her. She was still fast asleep, like a pig, even though she had been carried for tens of kilometers, and a fierce battle had taken place there. She showed no signs of waking up at all.
"Uncle Gui, do you have any way to wake her up?"
Eunuch Gui replied, "Miss Ling'er has fainted. She should be able to regain consciousness after pricking her with needles. If it's just acupuncture, I will need to remove Miss Ling'er's outerwear."
Over the years, Shen Tian would get grievously injured from Qi Deviation once in a few days.
As the saying went, "Chronic injuries make a good doctor."
Eunuch Gui had spent some time researching and was quite proficient in acupuncture.
"You have to take off her outerwear to give her acupuncture?"
Shen Tian looked at Little Spirit Fairy and thought it was not very convenient and suitable to remove her clothes in the wild.
If she had just fainted, then CPR should be able to wake her!
Shen Tian suggested, "I'll do it!"
He told Eunuch Gui to retreat to the side and approached Little Spirit Fairy. He took a deep breath and cleared his mind of impure thoughts. Then, Shen Tian stretched out both of his hands and pressed toward Little Spirit Fairy's chest.
Meanwhile, behind him, Eunuch Gui and Qin Gao's jaws dropped.
Oh my god! Previously, Miss Ling'er threw herself to you and even slept on your bed, but you directly left the room and did not even touch her.
Instead, now that she's unconscious, you make a move on her!?
Does it really feel better without interaction!?
Eunuch Gui was skeptical.
I originally thought His Highness liked female ghosts. Is it possible that His Highness likes... fainting play!?
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Chapter 38: His Highness Is Finally Lucky?
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Shen Tian had received some basic first aid knowledge, including artificial respiration and chest compressions, in his previous life.
To be able to use them when needed, Shen Tian had been serious in mastering these skills.
Therefore, after applying what he knew on Little Spirit Fairy for a while, her breathing gradually became stable.
Little Spirit Fairy slowly opened her eyes.
"Eh?"
Suddenly, she felt something was wrong—an extremely handsome face was getting closer to her!
It was Shen Tian!
Little Spirit Fairy turned pale from shock and hurriedly closed her eyes again.
Ssss!
Damn you! You actually took advantage of my unconscious state and kissed me! You even blew air into my mouth!
Wait, he-he is pressing my chest! That's going too far! I'm still a maiden!
If you do that to me, how can I marry in the future?
Little Spirit Fairy was enraged and wanted to jump up and beat up Shen Tian.
However, on second thoughts, there was no one else in the wilderness. Only Shen Tian and his two personal servants were around. Even if she really wanted to resist, it seemed like she wouldn't be able to do it!
Is-is it really possible that I had misjudged him?
Is he really not a good guy but a perverted maniac?
When thinking of these, Little Spirit Fairy was so frightened that she did not dare to move.
However, a special feeling that she had never experienced before gradually filled her up. Such a feeling was miraculous, something that she had never felt before.
Suddenly, the touch on her lips disappeared. The pressing on her chest had also stopped.
Little Spirit Fairy felt as if she had lost something from her whole body.
She kept her eyes closed but heard the conversation between Shen Tian and Eunuch Gui.
"Uncle Gui, I'm a little tired. How about you try acupuncture?"
Little Spirit Fairy became anxious.
Acupuncture? What acupuncture!?
"Cough, cough. I'm not proficient in my skills. I'm afraid that I might hurt Miss Ling'er. It would be better if Your Highness continued!"
Therefore Shen Tian was not being frivolous but saving me?
No way! How does doing that count as saving people?
And he still complained that he was tired...
Why? Is it that hard for you to save me!?
Little Spirit Fairy could not help but feel bitter in her heart.
Surprisingly, Shan Tian's beads started trembling.
"Master, Master! I can feel resentment from that lady over there!"
Shen Tian was shocked. "Is it possible that Black Blood had left something on her as a backup plan?"
Eunuch Gui's face also turned serious. "There's such a possibility!"
Evil cultivators were known for their viciousness and for resorting to every conceivable means. As they had no bottom line, they would resort to all sorts of underhanded methods, which were extremely hard to deal with.
Shen Tian grasped the Sword Master Token in his hand. "Is there any way to disperse this resentment?"
Qin Gao, who was at the side, thought for a moment. "I heard that the urine of a virgin boy is able to dispel evil things—"
"STOP!"
Little Spirit Fairy went pale from fright when she heard Qin Gao's suggestion, so she directly jumped up from the ground.
"I-I-I'm fine!"
Upon seeing how panicked Little Spirit Fairy was, a weird expression appeared on Shen Tian's face. "You were already awake?"
Little Spirit Fairy was stunned and nodded while in a daze. "I just woke up a while ago."
"Why didn't you say that you were awake?" asked Shen Tian helplessly. "I'm exhausted."
Little Spirit Fairy, "..."
Little Spirit Fairy snapped out of her dazed state and entered rage mode.
"You are a scumbag! You kissed me and pressed my chest just now! How am I going to marry in the future!?"
Eunuch Gui smiled so widely that his eyes were squinted. "Then, just marry His Highness."
Hehe! Luckily I did not use acupuncture just now. His Highness is indeed clever!
"Who is going to marry that bast*rd!?" Little Spirit Fairy's face turned slightly red as she mumbled, "Doing those kinds of things to me when I was unconscious..."
Shen Tian said helplessly, "I did that to save you. I really did not have any other thoughts."
Little Spirit Fairy flew into a rage. "No thoughts? Am I really that ugly?"
Shen Tian felt helpless yet again—her point of focus was slightly off!
He sighed. "Then what must I do for you to believe me?"
Little Spirit Fairy turned her head to the side as she became more and more furious.
Bast*rd, that bast*rd said it was all just to save me, and he had no other thoughts.
It's obvious that he doesn't want to take responsibility after doing those things.
Damn it, he's just too hateful!
Little Spirit Fairy was fuming with rage, so she pointed to the cliff at the side.
"You don't want to take responsibility? Hmph, if you jump down from here, then I'll believe that you did not have other thoughts!" she snarled.
Shen Tian looked at the cliff and gulped down a mouthful of saliva. "Jump-jump down from this cliff?"
Little Spirit Fairy nodded her head with a pleased look. Then, she smiled and said, "How about it, you're afraid now?"
Hmph, bast*rd.
Seeing that you saved me, then I'll just settle for you! There's no way that you're not taking responsibility!
However, after we are married, who will be in charge of the Spirit Stones at home?
Just as Little Spirit Fairy was immersed in her wild thoughts, a figure flashed past her and rushed toward the cliff.
"What I have done today was inappropriate, but I really did so to save you. Since you don't believe me, then I can only die to prove my innocence!"
When Shen Tian uttered the last words, he abruptly jumped down the cliff and instantly disappeared into the vast cloud layers.
He had actually jumped off the cliff!
Even Eunuch Gui and Qin Gao, who were at the side, were unable to stop Shen Tian in time.
Little Spirit witnessed the whole scene, astonished.
How could you-you really jump off the cliff? Do you really hate me that much?
You're even willing to jump off the cliff to die instead of taking responsibility. Or do you think what I've said has hurt your pride?
Idiot, who cares if you have other thoughts!?
You jumped to prove your innocence. You're actually an idiot, right?
Little Spirit Fairy could feel that her face was wet, so she touched it. It was unknown when, but her face was already full of tears.
Soon, Little Spirit Fairy connected everything that had happened tonight.
She remembered that Perfected Black Blood had kidnapped her and that she had fainted from being drugged.
So everything he had done was to save me, but I was being unreasonable and even forced him to suicide by jumping off the cliff!?
Little Spirit Fairy felt that the strength in her whole body had been sucked out.
She walked towards that cliff step by step.
Haha, Brother Shen, you think you're the only one not afraid of death?
Wait for me, Brother Shen. Ling'er will come and keep you company!
Little Spirit Fairy walked toward the cliff slowly and looked at the thick layers of clouds.
She smiled and firmly stepped out with her left leg. She needed to take another step, and they would join death together!
At that moment, beneath the seemingly bottomless-cliff, Shen Tian's voice resounded.
"Hahaha, there's actually a stone platform hanging in the middle of the cliff.
"Uncle Gui, Qin Gao, Miss Ling'er, I'm alive!
"I landed on a stone platform and was saved.
"There's also a cave here! It looks like a cultivator's Cave Abode.
"Hurry and find a rope to come down!"
As Shen Tian's voice echoed, Little Spirit Fairy, who had stepped one foot off the cliff, was completely stunned.
Meanwhile, Eunuch Gui, whose face was as white as a sheet, also cried with joy.
"Not dying from jumping off the cliff but instead encountering a cultivator's Cave Abode? His Highness has finally gotten lucky after keeping a low profile for 15 years?"
However, the truth was far from being that simple!
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Chapter 39: A Pond Of White Lotus Flowers
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On the stone platform, Shen Tian was filled with cold sweat.
F*ck, I nearly died.
The reason Shen Tian had suddenly jumped off the cliff was not an impulsive choice.
He had actually pondered over jumping off the cliff for a long time.
Of course, he was not looking for death. The image in Little Spirit Fairy's halo had shown that her fortuitous opportunity would be beneath this cliff.
In theory, if Shen Tian did not appear, the outcome of Perfected Black Blood kidnapping Little Spirit Fairy would be falling off the cliff.
As for the reason she fell, it was unknown, be it falling off in the midst of struggling or committing suicide due to being humiliated.
However, the place she landed after falling off the cliff was definitely this stone platform.
Naturally, due to Shen Tian's intervention, Little Spirit Fairy was saved and would not be dumb enough to jump off the cliff when she was fine. Thus, since Little Spirit Fairy wouldn't jump, Shen Tian could only do it himself.
The problem was, Eunuch Gui and Qin Gao were at the side protecting him, so Shen Tian could not just suddenly jump off the cliff!
It was difficult to find a reason that would justify his actions!
Fortunately, Little Spirit Fairy actually asked Shen Tian to jump off the cliff to prove his innocence.
Shen Tian couldn't let go of such a good opportunity. Therefore, it was a given that he jumped down without hesitation!
Shen Tian had carefully analyzed the place and direction where Little Spirit Fairy had fallen off the cliff in the image. As such, he jumped off without hesitation and experienced how free-falling felt.
However, in that process, a small accident had occurred.
Originally, Shen Tian had been under the impression that there would be no problems if he followed the trajectory Little Spirit Fairy's image had shown. Nevertheless, he had forgotten something very important—the unlucky black halo on top of his head!
After jumping, Shen Tian had crushed against a pine tree beside the cliff. Not only was he dizzy from being hit, but his landing spot had also changed.
He had deviated about the distance of three feet from where the platform was.
He had been frightened out of his wits at that moment!
He had been free-falling in front while a soul was chasing behind him, almost not making it in time.
Had it not been for Jiu'er pushing him at the crucial moment, he might have become meat pie by now.
"It was my mistake, my mistake!
"Indeed, I should keep a low profile and focus on surviving first. Before my halo is, at least, green, I shouldn't take any risks at all!"
While lying on the stone platform, Shen Tian tried to learn from this lesson and swore to never take risks again.
Little Spirit Fairy and the others had found a rope.
"Your Highness, are you alright?"
Eunuch Gui, whose face was full of concern, helped Shen Tian up.
Meanwhile, Little Spirit Fairy clenched her fist. Her heavenly aura that bewitched countless men had completely disappeared. Instead, she was like a wife that had been wronged.
Who knew how much she wanted to cry now!
"You bast*rd, you actually jumped off the cliff! I don't want you to take responsibility anymore. Are you happy now?"
Shen Tian turned his head away, not daring to face Little Spirit Fairy since her expression was really filled with resentment and bitterness.
He felt that if he let Little Spirit Fairy wear the rosary beads, then they might recover in just a few days.
Shen Tian did not know why, but he seemed to have turned into a playboy.
However, the thing was he had not done anything!
"Cough, cough Then... Erm... Let's take a look at this cave abode!"
He forcibly changed the topic and walked toward the cave abode.
The cave abode was around one foot tall, and its huge bronze door was locked. There was an iron tablet hanging on top of the door.
On the table, four huge words were written with vigorous touches and fine strokes—Celestial Water Immortal Abode
"Celestial Water Immortal Abode? There are no relevant records in the books of the palace." Eunuch Gui said, "Your Highness, please be careful. There may be dangers inside a cultivator's abode."
Shen Tian nodded. Even without Eunuch Gui's reminder, he already knew that. He had nearly turned into meat pie just now, after all.
He gradually walked toward the door and saw that there was a handprint indentation on the bronze door.
Shen Tian placed his right hand into the handprint indentation and slightly used force.
He instantly felt piercing pain assaulting his five fingers.
Five drops of blood oozed out of his fingers and were absorbed by the bronze door. However, there was no change to the door after absorbing the blood.
Indeed, some fortuitous opportunities are tailored for specific people!
Shen Tian had no other choice but to say, "Looks like this bronze door is a test. My blood didn't pass."
Eunuch Gui and Qin Gao looked at each other and also walked forward to try. Unsurprisingly, the outcome was the same as Shen Tian's, the bronze door did not even budge.
"Miss Ling'er, now there's only you left," said Shen Tian as he smiled at Little Spirit Fairy.
"Hmph!"
Little Spirit Fairy proudly glared at Shen Tian before she walked to the bronze door.
She took a deep breath and pressed her fine and slender hand into the handprint indentation.
Five drops of blood oozed out of her fingers and were absorbed by the bronze door.
The whole bronze door trembled!
Rumble!
The one-feet-tall bronze door opened with a loud sound, and a long passageway appeared in front of everyone.
"Looks like Miss Ling'er is this cave abode's fated one!"
Shen Tian smiled and heaved a sigh of relief.
At last, Little Spirit Fairy opened the cave abode's doors.
Thus, after Little Spirit Fairy obtained her fortuitous opportunity, it should be the time when the color of his halo would change drastically!
The group cautiously walked into the cave abode.
One could see that this cave abode was deserted for quite a long time.
There was one row of candles on each side of the cave, and they were covered full of dust.
After stepping through the bronze door, the group headed deeper into the cave abode.
Following the passageway, they advanced around a few hundred meters.
Then, their line of sight broadened vastly, as a small expanse valley appeared in front of them.
This small valley was full of Spirit Qi.
All kinds of exotic flowers and rare herbs were growing, and their fragrant scent pervaded through the air.
In the center of the valley was even a small pond of an acre. Spirit Lotuses were planted in the pond, and the flowers were in full bloom, emitting a refreshing and pleasant scent.
"It's Pure White Lotuses, a precious medicinal material that's necessary for the Golden Retreat Pill."
When looking at the Pure White Lotuses in the pond, Eunuch Gui could not help but gasp.
Pure White Lotus was an extremely precious material and was very popular in the cultivation world. Even the most average grade-one Pure White Lotus could be sold for thousands of Spirit Stones.
Meanwhile, at a glance, there were at least 100 Pure White Lotuses in the pond.
Within them, Shen Tian even saw the presence of quite a few grade-three Pure White Lotuses.
A grade-three Pure White Lotuses would at least be worth 100,000 Spirit Stones!
Just the value of the pond of Pure White Lotuses was inestimable.
Upon looking at the Pure White Lotuses that filled up the whole pond, Little Spirit Fairy could not help but cover her mouth in astonishment.
There are so many Pure White Lotuses! Some are even second-grade and third-grade.
If they are all sold, how much will they be worth!?
That was a frighteningly large sum of money that Little Spirit Fairy could not even dare to imagine.
Little Spirit Fairy took a look at Shen Tian as she felt a little worried.
Would he kill her since she had seen such a fortune?
To cultivators, cultivating resources were more important than anything else.
It was filled with exotic flowers and rare herbs, with an additional pond of Pure White Lotuses, which was worth at least 1,000,000 Spirit Stones.
Given the wealth right in front of one's eye, many people could even harm those of the same blood.
Since Little Spirit Fairy was born in poverty and had worked in a place like Myriad Spirit Garden, where the high and low were mixed together for many years, Little Spirit Fairy was fully aware of how evil people's hearts could be in the cultivation world.
If it were most cultivators that had encountered such a fortuitous opportunity, they would most likely kill those involved to keep the secret.
Will this guy be able to resist the temptation?
At that moment, Little Spirit Fairy started worrying.
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Chapter 40: So Overbearing, I Like It
Although Little Spirit Fairy had a good impression of Shen Tian, she had not known Shen Tian for long and had her fair share of hypocrites.
Human nature was something that couldn't resist the temptation of benefits.
She was not sure what Shen Tian was thinking.
At that moment, Shen Tian spoke. "Ling'er, take these white lotuses and spirit herbs!"
Little Spirit Fairy was instantly stunned by his words.
Little Spirit Fairy turned to look at Shen Tian in a daze.
However, the latter looked serious and did not seem to be joking.
She was in disbelief. "Do you know how many Spirit Stones these white lotuses and spirit herbs are worth?"
Shen Tian stared at Little Spirit Fairy and smiled. "No matter how many Spirit Stones it costs, they're all yours."
Upon sensing Shen Tian's burning gaze and hearing his gentle words, Little Spirit Fairy's face turned red.
A spirit herb worth over a million Spirit Stones!
Brother Shen gave it to me just like that?
Indeed, Brother Shen still has feelings for me, right?
He jumped off the cliff because he couldn't accept being doubted and not because he wasn't willing to take responsibility for me?
However, Brother Shen keeps staring at me so lovingly. It's so embarrassing!
Little Spirit Fairy's mind was filled with endless imagination.
However, she was thinking too much.
As for why Shen Tian stared at her and said that he would give her all the spirit herb, the reason was simple. He was observing the light halo above Little Spirit Fairy's head.
After Shen Tian finished speaking, he gave all the white lotuses and spirit herb to Little Spirit Fairy, and at that moment, the halo above Little Spirit Fairy's head shone brightly.
The red halo was originally carrying a few wisps of green light, but the green light had already completely disappeared.
The halo above her head completely turned red.
At the same time, Shen Tian felt his body relax.
Evidently, his providence was also increasing at the same time.
This feeling was rather satisfying.
However, at that moment, Little Spirit Fairy said, "This is not suitable."
She bashfully glanced at Shen Tian and said, "Brother Shen, you only discovered this cave after jumping off the cliff. How can you share so much of it with me?"
After some thought, Little Spirit Fairy said, "Brother Shen, you should keep these spirit herbs and white lotuses!"
Just as she finished speaking, the halo above her head began to glow with green light again, and it seemed to have increased.
Shen Tian could also feel his body becoming heavier.
He said righteously, "How can I let that happen? If you hadn't opened the heavy iron door, we wouldn't have been able to enter.
"You are the fated person of this cave, so these spirit herbs should be yours!"
The green light slowly dissipated, and his body slowly became lighter.
Little Spirit Fairy was extremely touched.
Such a good man is really rare.
At the thought of this, her face turned slightly red. "Brother Shen, don't refuse. Just accept it!"
The green light appeared once again...
Eunuch Gui, who was watching from the side, suddenly felt a little choked.
He said helplessly, "Why don't we have Miss Ling'er marry His Highness? That way, it doesn't matter who has them!"
If Concubine Lan knew about the matter between His Highness and Miss Ling'er, she would definitely smile even in the underworld.
However, why is it so troublesome for these youngsters to have a cultivation partner?
Why split the spirit herbs? Wouldn't they all belong to the same family after marriage?
Eunuch Gui's words made Little Spirit Fairy's face turn even redder.
She stole a glance at Shen Tian and saw that the latter was still staring at her.
His gaze was so affectionate that it made her cheeks heat up uncontrollably. It just felt weird.
Speaking of which, shouldn't men look at their lover's face and eyes?
Why does it feel like Brother Shen is staring at the back of my head?
After some thought, Little Spirit Fairy felt that she should be more reserved. After all, most men liked more reserved girls.
She softly said, "Who's the one getting married to Brother Shen!?
"How about this!" Little Spirit Fairy shifted her gaze away from Shen Tian. "Brother Shen found this cave abode after falling off the cliff, and my blood opened this cave abode.
"Why don't we split the items inside 60-40?
"Brother Shen and I will each get 40%. Uncle Gui and Brother Gao will get 10% each."
Shen Tian rejected her outright. "How can we have that? I will naturally give Uncle Gui and Gao their share. How can it be split from your share?"
"How about this! Let's do 50-50. Take the 50%. Period!"
Upon hearing Shen Tian's overbearing words that didn't leave room for negotiation, Little Spirit Fairy couldn't help but become dazed.
So overbearing, so tough, so manly! I like it!
She wanted to be reserved and reject him, but she could not bring herself to say it!
When facing such an overbearing Shen Tian, Little Spirit Fairy started imagining things again.
As for Shen Tian, he had already shifted his gaze away from her head.
After what happened just now, Shen Tian verified one of his conjectures again—that was, he could at most obtain 50% of the fortuitous opportunity of the person in question.
This was a critical point. If he took away 50% or less of the benefits, the blessings both parties received from providence would be maximized.
This was beneficial for both sides.
If the benefits Shen Tian obtained were more than 50%, the increase in blessings would start to weaken.
If Shen Tian took all the opportunities, his blessings would not increase.
As for that person with the immense blessings might even suffer a drop.
Qin Gao had fallen from a pure red halo to a red halo with green spots.
The increase in the green light from Little Spirit Fairy proved this point.
From this, it could be seen that relying on his special abilities, it was the right way to build good relations everywhere.
At the thought of this, Shen Tian could not help but praise his wit.
"Alright, don't refuse."
Little Spirit Fairy seemingly stared at him with a dazed expression.
Shen Tian did not know what was wrong with this girl. He pointed at the small stone house deep in the valley.
"These herbs are only side ingredients. If I'm not wrong, that is where the greatest source of fortuitous opportunities come from!"
The stone house deep within the valley looked very ordinary. The entire structure was made of gray stones without any carvings. However, the more he observed, the more he felt that there was a unique charm contained within.
It seemed to be connected to the entire valley, the core of the entire valley.
He could feel the Spirit Qi in the valley gathering toward the small stone house.
Clearly, that was the place where the master of the Celestial Water Immortal Abode truly lived.
"It seems like this master is an ascetic!"
Shen Tian shook his head with a smile and slowly walked toward the small stone house.
Just the spirit herbs in the valley were worth a million Spirit Stones. What about the true inheritance in the stone house?!
Shen Tian's heart was filled with anticipation.
He wondered if the opportunity left behind by this senior would be able to turn his halo white.
When everyone arrived at the small stone house, they saw a similar palm print on the door.
Obviously, they had to donate blood again...
Little Spirit Fairy helplessly stretched out her right hand and slowly pressed against it.
Instantly, five drops of blood seeped into the heavy iron door.
The door of the stone house slowly opened, revealing a quiet and seclusion chamber.
It appeared before everyone.
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