"So that was how it was."
Lin Xuan nodded, finally getting the whole story straight. Cloud Hidden Sect was known as one of Tianshuang Prefecture's Five Great Powers; in this region, it already counted as a top-tier, eminent sect.
How could a sect like this have no outer forces attached to it? For instance, cultivation clans established by disciples of the sect who had branched out and spread their lineages, or sects that followed its lead in all things.
These cultivation forces rose and fell together with Cloud Hidden Sect, sharing both ruin and glory.
Though they could not be called disciples of the sect, with such a close relationship, it did not seem strange for them to attend this grand gathering.
"Many thanks for clearing up my confusion, Junior Sister."
Lin Xuan cupped his fist toward the young woman as he spoke.
"Senior Brother is too polite. And what you said just now is not entirely correct. These fellow disciples gathered here are indeed exchanging for sect contributions, but it is not solely for the Purple Heart Earth Fire," Lin Yujiao said with a smile.
"Oh? Lin truly did not know that. Please explain in detail, Junior Sister." Lin Xuan was startled, and hurriedly continued asking.
"The Purple Heart Earth Fire is indeed rare, but with so many fellow disciples, how could every single one of them need to refine treasures? Most of them have come here for other heavenly materials and earthly treasures. There are not many who are truly coveting the Purple Heart Earth Fire."
"Oh, then how is the exchange done?" Lin Xuan grew even more interested.
"It is much like an auction. As for the specifics, there is actually no need for this little sister to say much. Senior Brother will naturally understand once you