Xu Changxing frowned slightly. "Are there any substitute materials?"
The young disciple pursed his lips. "There are, but those substitutes are all somewhat inferior in quality.
"How about this? Shall I introduce you to Elder Chen, Senior Brother?
"Elder Chen probably won't need so much top-grade cold crystal in the immediate future.
"If you only need two pieces, you should be able to borrow some from Elder Chen.
"Once the storehouse's supply of top-grade cold crystal is replenished in a couple of days, you can simply return the cold crystal to him."
Xu Changxing thought it over and nodded. "Sorry for the trouble, then.
"May I ask your name, Junior Brother?"
The young man smiled. "It's my honor to be of service to you, Senior Brother. It's no trouble at all.
"My name is Li Youchang. You can just call me Little Chang.
"Please wait a moment, Senior Brother. I'll fetch the rest of the materials you need first."
A short while later, Li Youchang brought a Storage Bag out of the storehouse.
Xu Changxing opened the Storage Bag and looked inside. All the Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures he had exchanged for were there except the top-grade cold crystal.
Only after confirming that everything was in order did he say to Li Youchang, "Sorry for the trouble, but please take me to meet Elder Chen."
Li Youchang had already found fellow disciples to cover his post.
Hearing Xu Changxing's request, he led him toward Blazing Fire Peak without hesitation.
Blazing Fire Peak covered a considerable area, with more than a dozen smaller peaks surrounding it.
Since the earthfire below had been drawn to the surface, the area was hot all year round.
The Heavenly-Rank Earthfire Furnace Xu Changxing wanted to rent was also on a smaller peak near Blazing