Ch. 21Treasure Hunting by Snapping Up Bargains, Five Years in the Blink of an Eye
Plot Points and Events
- Chen Qing visits a market to buy Talismans and books.
- He purchases a book titled "Record of Absolute Items" and an "Ancient Pill Remnant Formula" from a stall owner.
- He buys defensive and escape Talismans, and a hidden sword for protection.
- He learns about the Floating Divine Mountain, an ancient peak with treasures, from an old man.
- He returns to Mingxia, sets up a seal on the mountain, and prepares to study the books and practice cultivation.
Character Development
- Chen Qing demonstrates his shrewdness in bargaining and his determination to protect his sect and family.
- He shows his care for his junior nephews by buying them snacks and calligraphy practice books.
Significant Themes
- The value of ancient knowledge and lost items.
- The importance of preparation and defense in the face of potential danger.
- The pursuit of cultivation and self-improvement.
Character Interactions
- Chen Qing interacts with the stall owner, bargaining and eventually buying two books.
- He interacts with an old woman in a Talisman shop, bargaining and buying Talismans.
- He interacts with an old man at the entrance of Lesser Yingzhou, learning about the Floating Divine Mountain.
- He interacts with Fang Da’ao upon returning to Mingxia, instructing him to seal the mountain.