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Seeing that Qingyu did not respond directly, Lu Qingfeng continued, "The Sunset Glow Sect has a market on Oxhead Mountain. After the decline of the three sects of the Scarlet Rainbow Sect, the Sunset Glow Sect expanded the scale of the market. At this time, most of the cultivators in the entire Gathering Cloud Mountains would go to the Oxhead Mountain Market if they had any business. Even the Rogue Cultivator around the Gathering Cloud Mountains are not uncommon."

"You seem quite interested in Spirit Stone. I'll teach you a special Divine Ability and open a shop for you in Oxhead Mountain Market. I guarantee you'll make a fortune."

"How?"

During their trip to the Hundred Herbs Garden years ago, Qingyu seemed to have developed a special fondness for Spirit Stone, Lu Qingfeng noticed and silently remembered.

Oxhead Mountain Market accommodates cultivators from all directions.

As the Sunset Glow Sect grew in size, this market became increasingly bustling. Every day, unfamiliar faces appeared, and all sorts of novel Secret Method, Talisman Artifact, incantations, and elixirs dazzled the eye.

Opening a shop in the market means encountering a great many people and various cultivation items.

It can greatly broaden one's horizons and knowledge.

It's far better than Lu Qingyu riding White Crane, aimlessly wandering around all day... relaxing wherever she wants.

Earning Spirit Stone is secondary.

Certainly.

If Lu Qingyu is truly interested in Spirit Stone, she will find even more enjoyment in them.

"Open a shop in Oxhead Mountain Market?"

Lu Qingyu's eyes lit up.

That sounds interesting. Firstly, it'll relieve fatigue, and secondly, it'll earn Spirit Stone, helping to ease my brother's burden.

Killing two birds with one stone!

"Good."

Seeing that Qingyu was interested, Lu Qingfeng felt relieved and a smile appeared on his face.

"Does it make money?"

Is it very profitable?

Lu Qingyu asked in succession.

She knew that her elder brother was skilled in alchemy and weapon crafting, and that Xiao Qian would definitely not be interested in such things.

"Of course it makes money."

Lu Qingfeng laughed, "I have a Divine Ability called 'Grand Luo Insight.' After practicing it, one can perceive the essence of all things and trace their origins. In the cultivation world, there are many Rogue Cultivators who don't recognize true treasures. If you buy at a low price, you're sure to make a fortune. Moreover, when my elder brother sells the elixirs and Law Artifact he refines to the Sunset Glow Sect, they take a 10% cut. They also take another 10% when buying materials. That's a 20% profit. If you open a shop, we can keep the 20% profit for ourselves."

"Grand Luo Insight".

"20% profit."

Lu Qingyu pinched her lower lip, pondering the gains and losses, but still managed to mutter to herself, "The Sunset Glow Sect is too ruthless!"

Lu Qingfeng listened without changing his expression.

In fact.

Given his status within the Sunset Glow Sect and the Sunset Glow Sect's high regard for him, he received absolutely no payment, whether it was for selling elixirs and Law Artifact to outsiders or for the Sunset Glow Sect to procure various materials and spirit medicine on his behalf.

They take a 10% cut from everything they sell.

Another 10% is taken from the procurement.

It was all made up by Lu Qingfeng.

The Sunset Glow Sect was very sincere and kind, so Lu Qingfeng reciprocated. After receiving the Revival Fruit, he even considered leaving a few or a few Longevity Pill for the Sunset Glow Sect.

On Peak Rain Mountain, he trained Alchemist and weapon refiners for the Sunset Glow Sect.

However, in order to persuade Qingyu, Lu Qingfeng had no choice but to bring up the Sunset Glow Sect as a scapegoat.

Furthermore, this matter needs to be discussed with Zhou Yuan, Mei Qingyan, and other high-level officials later to ensure that nothing goes wrong.

Hearing Qingyu mutter, Lu Qingfeng nodded in agreement, "Indeed. I've lost a lot of Spirit Stone these past few years. That's why I wanted you to open a shop. Firstly, it's a waste to leave such a good bargain-hunting Divine Ability like 'Grand Luo Insight' with me. Secondly, it would also allow us to bypass the Sunset Glow Sect and avoid being exploited again."

As she spoke, she sighed, "The Sunset Glow Sect is great in every way, except that it's so big and powerful that its commission is too exorbitant."

"The Sunset Glow Sect..."

"The Sunset Glow Sect is indeed quite good. Twenty percent isn't actually that high."

Lu Qingyu was not an ungrateful person after all. When she and her two siblings first arrived in the cultivation world, it was the Sunset Glow Sect that took them in. Her second brother was still cultivating in the Sunset Glow Sect and was highly regarded. The elders of the Sunset Glow Sect also treated her very well.

To erase it simply because of the 20% commission would be truly ungrateful.

But considering the 20% commission, Lu Qingyu still felt the pinch. After thinking for a while, she finally nodded and said, "Then I'll listen to you, brother. But if I want to stay in the market, I'll stay there; if I want to stay in Peak Rain Mountain, I'll stay there. You can't send me away, brother."

"How could that be?"

Lu Qingfeng shook his head and said, "I'm getting a little tired of staying at Peak Rain Mountain. I'll go to Oxhead Mountain for a while when I have time in the future."

Lu Qingyu nodded in satisfaction and agreed.

Before I agreed, I didn't think much of it.

Once this was settled, Lu Qingyu began to look forward to it, even becoming somewhat impatient. One moment she was thinking about how much Spirit Stone she had earned, and the next she was thinking about how she had found a great bargain.

Then, thinking about how he had earned Spirit Stone, his second brother looked utterly astonished...

My mind and attention are completely occupied by this matter.

Upon seeing this, Lu Qingfeng felt a great weight lifted from his heart, and his smile became even more relaxed.

There's no rush to open shops in the market.

Lu Qingfeng had previously said he would take Qingyu with him to the Profound Origin Water Realm. Even though he was currently preoccupied with the shop, he was afraid that if he asked Lu Qingyu to stay, he would be met with a lot of disapproving looks.

Furthermore,

The Profound Origin Water Realm was the center of the surrounding area, and Lu Qingfeng, having seen much of the world, didn't care. But for Lu Qingyu, broadening her horizons would be beneficial to her cultivation.

It summoned the Ironwing Flying Eagle and the White Crane.

Lu Qingfeng and Lu Qingyu each rode one of the two vehicles and headed towards Brocade Cloud Peak.

The Gathering Cloud Mountains are 36,000 li away from the Profound Origin Water Realm.

Along the way, one must pass through places such as Frostwater Marshes, Seven-Star Linked Ravines, Starwoven Sea, and Giant Spirit Mountain. Only after crossing Giant Spirit Mountain can one see the Profound Origin Water Realm.

Above the sky.

A black eagle spread its wings, with a Daoist in green standing on its back. It was Lu Qingfeng, and the Ironwing Flying Eagle was standing on its feet.

Beside Lu Qingfeng and the Ironwing Flying Eagle, Zhou Yuan stood with his hands behind his back, a smile on his face, as the Curlfeather Pelican flew clumsily.

"Frostwater Marshes".

"Seven-Star Linked Ravines".

"Starwoven Sea".

"Giant Spirit Mountain."

Lu Qingyu rode on White Crane, White Crane wings and soared through the air. Looking ahead, a hint of curiosity flickered in her eyes. She turned to Zhou Yuan and asked, "The temperature is getting lower and lower; we should be reaching Frostwater Marshes soon, right?"

Lu Qingfeng and Lu Qingyu set off from Peak Rain Mountain to Brocade Cloud Peak to find Zhou Yuan.

They immediately set off for the Profound Origin Water Realm.

We have been on our journey for several days and have only recently left the Gathering Cloud Mountains.

"It's probably still two or three hundred miles away."

Zhou Yuan glanced down and smiled at Lu Qingyu.

"It'll be soon."

Lu Qingfeng looked pleased, then asked curiously, "Senior Zhou, Frostwater Marshes is so cold, is there anyone staying there?"

Frostwater Marshes.

Just as its name suggests.

The vast expanse of water, stretching for eight thousand miles, is perpetually shrouded in frost, with temperatures plummeting. Strangely, the water never freezes. Compared to the evergreen Gathering Cloud Mountains, this environment is undoubtedly far more harsh.

Lu Qingyu couldn't help but be curious.

"Of course there are people."

As the sect leader of the Sunset Glow Sect and Spirit Void Cultivator, Zhou Yuan's understanding of the surrounding area far surpasses that of Lu Qingfeng and Lu Qingyu.

He stroked his beard and said with a smile, "Although Frostwater Marshes is as cold as winter, it is uniquely blessed with extraordinary Spiritual Qi. For cultivators who practice water-based, ice-based, and cold-based Cultivation Method, it is truly a first-class treasure land. In the early years, Frostwater Marshes even attracted a lot of fighting and stirred up a bloody storm."

"After centuries of struggle, the battle has finally come to an end, resulting in the current situation of three sects and four factions. Countless Rogue Cultivator are scattered across the islands of various sizes in the marshland. The three sects and four factions control the spirit islands, Spirit Stone mines, and large shellfish and Cold-Lantern Fish farms, making them very wealthy. Most of the Rogue Cultivator also make a living by harvesting spirit shells and hunting Cold-Lantern Fish, Ice-Flesh Fish, and other aquatic products."

The Frostwater Marshes is rich in resources.

The unique Frostspirit Clam contains Frostspirit Pearl, which are rich and pure in frost attribute Spiritual Qi, and are of great benefit to cultivators practicing this kind of Cultivation Method.

Within the Cold-Lantern Fish, Spirit Pearl is also being nurtured, its value no less than that of the Frostspirit Pearl.

Also.

Frostspirit Clam, Cold-Lantern Fish, and Ice-Flesh Fish, among others, are prized for their exceptionally delicious meat due to their unique environment in the Frostwater Marshes. They are highly sought after by many major sects and highly accomplished cultivators.

The three sects and four factions, along with the Rogue Cultivator, made this their industry and livelihood, far wealthier than the Central Plains Four Gathering Cloud Sects of the Gathering Cloud Mountains and the numerous Rogue Cultivators.

"The Mystic Origin Auction about to begin. If Fairy Qingyu is interested, she can stay at Frostwater Marshes for a few days on her way back and enjoy the delicacies there. In particular, the Frostspirit Clam, Cold-Lantern Fish, and Ice-Flesh Fish are all top-notch delicacies even in the surrounding areas."

As Zhou Yuan spoke, he couldn't help but reminisce. Years ago, he couldn't resist the temptation and came here after hearing about it. He had tasted these delicacies, and they were indeed delicious, making him linger and forget to leave.

It was indeed delicious, but the price was shocking.

Having tried it once, even after becoming the Sunset Glow Sect, Zhou Yuan never came back a second time.

"You definitely have to try it."

Upon hearing this, Lu Qingyu's eyes immediately lit up.

Lu Qingfeng, standing to the side, shook his head when he saw Zhou Yuan casting a mocking glance at him. These delicacies were quite expensive; judging from Lu Qingyu's expression, Lu Qingfeng was sure to spend a lot of money on the way back.

Unfortunately, Zhou Yuan was unaware that Lu Qingfeng was extremely wealthy and didn't care about such a small amount of money.

The three of them moved forward.

Zhou Yuan had been to the Profound Origin Water Realm many times and was already familiar with the path.

After passing through the Frostwater Marshes, there are the Seven-Star Linked Ravines, the Starwoven Sea, and the Giant Spirit Mountain.

Similar to the Gathering Cloud Mountains and the Frostwater Marshes, these three places are gathering places for cultivators. Many sects also divide the area according to the natural terrain, banding together to resist external sects while also engaging in various internal competitions.

The structure is similar to the previous Four Gathering Cloud Sects.

However, regardless of whether it is Frostwater Marshes or Seven-Star Linked Ravines, the overall resources are more abundant than those of the Gathering Cloud Mountains, and the overall strength is also stronger than that of the Gathering Cloud Mountains.

At this time, the three sects of the Gathering Cloud Mountains have declined, with only Sunset Glow Sect remaining.

Things have been alright in the last few months, but in a year or two, I'll definitely be coveted by others, and the pressure will be immense.

Zhou Yuan's trip to the Profound Origin Water Realm also served as a means to seek external assistance.

Keep moving forward.

Frostwater Marshes, we instantly stepped from the depths of winter into the warmth of spring.

Ahead lies the Seven-Star Linked Ravines.

There are seven streams here, arranged in the pattern of the Seven Stars, naturally forming a formation that is beneficial for spiritual practice.

The Seven Stars Sect and the Heavenly Sword Sect are two branches of the Seven-Star Linked Ravines. Both are renowned sects under the Mystic Origin Sect, and their strength far surpasses that of the Sunset Glow Sect.

Starwoven Sea.

The islands, large and small, are scattered like stars, and are rich in 'Starpoint Stone'. The sea is also home to various rare animals and spirit medicine, making it as abundant as Frostwater Marshes.

The three major sects, Tidal Sea Sect, Starpoint Sect, Black Tortoise Gate, divide Starwoven Sea into three parts.

It is as famous as the Seven Star Seven Stars Sect and the Heavenly Sword Sect in the Seven-Star Linked Ravines.

Beyond the Starwoven Sea lies the Giant Spirit Mountain.

This one is even more mystical than the previous three.

The vast mountain range resembles a Giant Spirit God crouching, head bowed, with its back and neck forming the main body of the Giant Spirit Mountains. Its left arm extends to one side, forming the largest branch.

The other arm stretched forward, leading directly to the Profound Origin Water Realm.

The vast Profound Origin Water Realm is like a body of water held up by the giant hand of the Giant Spirit God, yet its overall size is no less than that of Giant Spirit Mountain.

In Giant Spirit Mountain.

Major sects such as the Four Saints Sect, the Dawnbreak Sword Sect, the Nine Cauldrons Gate, and the Vermilion-Glow Mountain Villa occupy the area. When they join forces, they can even rival the Mystic Origin Sect to a certain extent.

It lasted forty-seven days.

Lu Qingfeng and his companions traversed the Frostwater Marshes, the Seven-Star Linked Ravines, and the Starwoven Sea, and crossed the Giant Spirit Mountain, finally arriving at their destination—

Profound Origin Water Realm.

The monthly pass has been overtaken...