After confirming that Fu Qianlan was out of danger, Chen Shuangbai did not linger there.
After leaving the market, he found a secluded spot, revealed his Foundation Establishment cultivation again, and rode a blue-white escape light, slowly flying towards the Jade Wave Immortal Market.
He wasn't in a hurry, so he traveled at his own pace, stopping frequently to explore and savor the unique atmosphere of spiritual practice at sea.
He once, amidst a violent storm, with a group of unfamiliar monks, salvaged hundreds of kilograms of valuable shrimp and fish from the sea.
He chatted and laughed with the monks, drinking and eating seafood heartily.
He once stayed in a small fairy market called Conch Sound Island, where a type of conch that could produce a melodious conch sound was abundant.
The cultivators on the island didn't focus on combat; instead, they were more skilled in music and illusion. Chen Shuangbai traded several bottles of calming pills he had brought for a decent conch shell.
The clear, melodious sound of the conch shell had a calming effect on the mind and a sharpening of the Divine Sense, giving him a rudimentary understanding of the art of sound cultivation.
He once witnessed a breathtaking whale hunt from afar.
Dozens of cultivators at the Late Qi Refining Stage, piloting various flying boats and Law Artifact, laid a net to hunt down a giant whale that was a hundred feet long.
The giant waves stirred up by the dragon whale were as high as mountains, the water jets it spewed were like dragons, and its roar shook the sea to the point of boiling.
The whale hunters fought the giant whale for several days, staining a large area of the sea red with blood, before finally subduing and dismembering it.
The events of this day did not advance Chen Shuangbai's Law Power cultivation, but they did advance his State of Mind.
Chen Shuangbai gradually gained a new understanding of the word "cultivation".
"Compared to the meditation and cultivation within the sect, the sea may seem more savage and raw, but precisely because of this, the rugged vitality that struggles against the vast nature and seeks opportunities amidst risks possesses a unique and moving quality!"
Unbeknownst to her, Chen Shuangbai felt her State of Mind becoming increasingly harmonious.
On the way, Chen Shuangbai occasionally heard news about Fu Qianlan.
It is said that Black Wall Cave was furious about the killing of one of his clansmen, so he sent several clansmen out to hunt down Fu Qianlan. However, the latter repeatedly escaped, and several times she almost caught up with him, but she still managed to turn the tide. Not only did she lose several more clansmen, but she also completely lost track of Fu Qianlan.
The experiences they encountered were incredibly fascinating, truly spectacular.
Even Chen Shuangbai couldn't help but secretly wonder: Could it be that his fellow villager is the legendary person favored by heaven?
Fu Qianlan is someone True Person Mei will take care of; Chen Shuangbai has no intention of worrying about it.
After departing from Swan Immortal Market, it took Chen Shuangbai about two months to finally arrive at Jade Wave Immortal Market.
As soon as you get close, the vibrant and chaotic atmosphere of Jade Wave Immortal Market hits you. The island is still bustling with people, truly a lively place.
Chen Shuangbai released his Foundation Establishment cultivator aura, and soon someone went to report to Gao Hao.
Gao Hao rushed over, still dressed as a noble young master, but Chen Shuangbai noticed a hint of anxiety on his face.
"Fellow Daoist Gao, why do you seem to be in such a hurry?"
Gao Hao waved his hand, a hint of helplessness on his face, but facing Chen Shuangbai, his helper, he could only honestly say, "When Lineage grows large, there will naturally be disagreements. It's nothing to worry about."
Judging from his agitated appearance, it was obvious that he was somewhat unhappy.
Gao Hao took the initiative to bring up the serious matter.
" The Pearl-Seeking Contest is still two days away. Brother Chen, you've arrived just in time. The courtyard where you once lived at Immortal-Retaining Courtyard is still preserved. Fellow Daoist, please wait patiently for two days."
Chen Shuangbai has no problem with it.
Two days later.
Led by Gao Hao's men, Chen Shuangbai arrived at a secluded courtyard on the island, where she saw Gao Hao already standing and having an unpleasant argument with two people beside him.
As Chen Shuangbai approached, Gao Hao decisively abandoned the two and turned to greet her.
Just as Chen Shuangbai was about to reply, the two men who had been arguing with Gao Hao stepped forward, looked Chen Shuangbai up and down, and one of them let out a sneer.
"A Foundation Establishment Early Stage stage... Third cousin, you've really fallen from grace, only able to find help like this."
Gao Hao ignored the man completely and ordered his men to keep a distance. With the arrival of what appeared to be an elder of the Gao Clan, the two had no choice but to leave dejectedly.
After the two left, Gao Hao said apologetically, "I hope Brother Chen will forgive us. They are all useless disciples of our family. I'm sorry you had to see them like this."
Chen Shuangbai didn't seem to be angry at all.
Spiritual practice isn't just about talking.
He didn't care much about saving face.
The two exchanged a few more words when the elder from the Gao Clan who had entered earlier suddenly spoke, drawing everyone's attention. His voice was also imbued with Law Technique, ensuring everyone could hear him clearly:
"My name is Gao Yuan. I am grateful to all my fellow cultivators for coming to help my family's younger generation in this Pearl-Seeking Contest. Please accept this small token of my appreciation!"
As soon as he finished speaking, several attendants presented the items to everyone. They were pearls, each one plump and full, containing abundant water-like Spiritual Qi. Although they could not be called extremely precious, they were still rare and valuable items.
This is enough to show that this elder of the Gao Clan was a very competent businessman.
Gao Yuan said a few more words, the core meaning of which was that no casualties were allowed. Then he produced a talisman, and everyone felt a flash of light before their eyes. When they came to their senses, they were already in the air above an island.
Chen Shuangbai looked around and saw a gentle sea breeze bringing warmth, but she couldn't make out the exact location of the place.
The Gao Clan family members and their hired helpers all ended up on the island.
Gao Hao approached Chen Shuangbai and said, "Brother Chen, please go down."
During the descent, Chen Shuangbai carefully examined the island. Its terrain resembled a perfectly round pearl. The island was lush and verdant, with various trees and shrubs, as well as numerous streams, indicating that there was a considerable amount of life living on the island.
After the two landed, Chen Shuangbai looked around.
Many people landed nearby. The Gao Clan family members and their helpers looked each other over. Some of them scrutinized Chen Shuangbai, looking at the patterns on his robes, and some even frowned slightly.
"He is Foundation Establishment cultivator from within the seas..."
There were six members of the Gao Clan family who came here, all of whom were at the Foundation Establishment Early Stage. As for their aptitude... that remains unknown.
The reinforcements they brought, like Chen Shuangbai, were at most at the Foundation Establishment Middle Stage.
Upon hearing that Chen Shuangbai was a cultivator from the sea, the Gao Clan family members who were at odds with Gao Hao began to chatter about various things, but Gao Hao and Chen Shuangbai ignored them and headed straight into the mountains.
Gao Hao had already explained the rules of the Pearl-Seeking Contest.
There are many magical clams and shells raised by the Gao Clan in this place and the surrounding waters. Go and find them, and present the highest-grade and most perfect Shell Pearl to your family for evaluation.
"Whoever finds the best-quality, highest-grade Shell Pearl will be able to control the most resources in the household..."
Gao Hao looked at Chen Shuangbai with sincere eyes and said, "I am not good at fighting, so I will leave it to Brother Chen."