Chapter 320

Chapter 320: The Exhibition

Mo Lanyun, with her status, could naturally enjoy spirit food, and it was of the highest quality, prepared by specialized spirit food chefs.

However, these spirit foods were primarily meant for cultivation rather than enjoyment, so their main purpose was to unleash the medicinal effects within, and their taste could only be described as terrible.

For someone like Mo Lanyun, a delicate girl, eating such awful-tasting food daily could certainly be considered a form of torture.

Yet, when Fang Lie heard this, he couldn’t help but laugh and scold her, "You really don’t know how fortunate you are! So many people wish they could have the secret spirit food from your family, and here you are, complaining. Are you trying to make me envious?"

It was no surprise Fang Lie said this, as there was a huge difference between the spirit foods.

The same strong muscle-building ingredient prepared by someone like Fang Lie would only achieve about thirty percent of its effectiveness, besides being tasty.

But the chefs from the family used their secret methods, which, although tasting bad, could unleash over fifty or sixty percent of the effectiveness.

In other words, the effect of the same dish that Fang Lie needed to eat twice to feel its benefits was equivalent to someone from a prestigious family eating it once.

Given that everyone ate every day, the benefits for them were double compared to Fang Lie’s.

Maybe this wouldn’t be noticeable over a few meals, but over time, it would create a significant gap.

If given the choice, Fang Lie would rather eat unpleasant but highly effective spirit food than lower its effectiveness just to satisfy his taste buds.

Unfortunately, the recipes for special spirit food were family secrets, and even if one offered many spirit stones, they wouldn’t sell them, as that was the foundation of their family’s strength.

Mo Lanyun pouted and didn’t say much more, instead enjoying the food lavishly. Seeing her eat so quickly made Fang Lie involuntarily speed up as well.

In just a quarter of an hour, the table filled with delicious food was completely cleared. The protector of the Fire Tribulation Immortal, striving to maintain a dignified image, ate the least. Looking at the dozens of empty plates, she couldn’t help but smile wryly, saying, "Oh dear, that’s a shame! I haven’t even eaten much, and it’s already gone!"

"Hey, Aunt Qing, that’s what happens when you eat slowly!" Mo Lanyun chuckled and then stood up, saying, "Senior brother, let’s hurry! If we’re late, all the good stuff will be sold out!"

"Alright, alright!" Fang Lie agreed while getting up, leading Mi Qing, Little Peach Red, and the arriving Seven Dragon True Immortals out together.

The exhibition venue was a seven-story great hall that spanned hundreds of acres, magnificent and dazzling, shining so brightly that it could be seen from miles away. It was clear that the Protective Array had been set to its maximum.

Fang Lie and Mo Lanyun flew to the main entrance, where there were designated personnel to receive them.

After showing their invitation, a female cultivator at the Purple Palace level appeared before them, dressed in a special red robe, exuding elegance.

She approached Fang Lie and Mo Lanyun, greeting them, "Greetings, esteemed guests! I am the Hong Yi Steward here, appointed to guide you. As per the rules, you may also choose another Hong Yi Steward to accompany you. Would you like one?"

"No need!" Mo Lanyun replied with a smile, "I’ll just stick with my senior brother; you can lead us by yourself!"

"Very well, please follow me!" the Hong Yi Steward politely said and began leading the way.

At that moment, many people had already arrived, including several proud second-generation immortals who often walked in straight lines, barging around without care.

However, after Fang Lie and Mo Lanyun appeared, those who had previously shown arrogance fell silent.

Though the Mo Sect only sent two people this time, both were incredibly formidable.

Mo Lanyun, being a Semi-Immortal and possessing spiritual roots, with nothing more than the Eighth-rank treasures bestowed by the Mo Sect, could easily defeat any second-generation immortal. Who would dare provoke such a person?

Mo Lanyun was considered manageable, but the most terrifying was Fang Lie. He had no powerful family background, no terrifying support, and his spiritual roots and cultivation were unremarkable, yet he was the fiercest.

In just one day, he had killed two VIPs, one from each of the righteous and evil sects, each having powerful backgrounds and abilities. Even the second-generation immortals present weren’t reckless enough to offend them.

Yet, Fang Lie had not only offended but killed them.

Against a person willing to go that far, the second-generation immortals naturally became extremely wary. Their once-impressive family backgrounds and supports could not serve as a guarantee for their safety. To be killed over a trivial argument would be utterly unfair.

Thus, in this situation, many second-generation immortals kept their distance from the two of them.

Fang Lie and his companions walked straight ahead. The scoundrels in their way quickly stepped back as if they were avoiding the Plague Spirit Immortal.

This scene left a deep impression on Hong Yi Steward and others watching, filled with many emotions. Once upon a time, these fierce individuals who could summon storms and raze cities were now frightened.

Fang Lie was truly remarkable; even his father, who once had a reputation as a pampered killer, could not compare to his current glory! It was truly a stunning retreat from evil!

Mo Lanyun also felt the change in atmosphere around her. She smiled with curiosity, feeling a bit proud inside.

But Fang Lie wore a fierce expression, boldly glaring at everyone around him as if he were an arrogant rooster looking for a fight.

Wherever they passed, whether it was a leader of the Demonic Path or a true practitioner of the Righteous Sect, they dared not meet his gaze, completely subdued by his aura.

Thus, Fang Lie and his group strode proudly into the great hall.

Upon entering, they noticed many exhibition stands, varying in size, clearly adjusted to the size of the treasures displayed.

Each stand had a shimmering barrier; you could see and inspect with divine sense, but you couldn’t touch, clearly designed to prevent theft.

At this moment, Hong Yi Steward began to introduce, "Esteemed guests, this Exhibition lasts three days. Each day, we will showcase over seven thousand treasures. There are seven levels in total, with hundreds or thousands of exhibits on each level. The first level has the lowest value and the most items, while the higher levels have more value and fewer items."

"I see! Let’s take a look around!" Fang Lie said with a smile.

"Alright!" Mo Lanyun replied and began to walk to the left.

The exhibition stands formed a large circle, and just by walking around, they could see all the exhibits.

The treasures here were truly abundant; there were treasures, minerals, spirit pills, and even demon beast eggs. Moreover, there were items required by the evil factions as well as those needed by the righteous sects, even some rare items required for special secret techniques—everything was available.

"Oh, this is Thunder Pattern Iron Mother! I want it!" Mo Lanyun pointed at a blue-patterned iron block on one of the stands.

"Three hundred small spirit pearls," Hong Yi Steward said. "As long as you give me enough spirit pearls, I’ll make the barrier disappear, and you can take your item!"

"Alright!" Mo Lanyun nodded. Then, with a flick of her wrist, three hundred small spirit pearls flew up and automatically went to Hong Yi Steward.

She caught them and cast a few secret techniques onto the barrier, which instantly changed from white to green as she placed the 300 small spirit pearls on top.

The small spirit pearls rippled as if they fell into water and then vanished instantly.

However, after all 300 small spirit pearls were placed, the barrier mysteriously disappeared, revealing the iron mother inside.

Hong Yi Steward took out the iron mother and handed it to Mo Lanyun, smiling, "Please keep it safe."

"Yes!" Mo Lanyun accepted it casually and tucked it into her bracelet. Clearly, her bracelet was a special storage treasure, likely above sixth-rank, with enough space to hold a mountain.

At that moment, Fang Lie curiously said, "This Thunder Pattern Iron Mother doesn’t seem big enough, and its purity is low. It must be more than 300 small spirit pearls."

"Hehe, it’s a bit of a loss, but it’s quite rare. You can’t do without it when crafting special puppets, so generally speaking, it’s worth grabbing when seen, even if it’s a bit costly!" Mo Lanyun replied without concern.

Hearing this, Fang Lie shrugged, not expressing an opinion.

Meanwhile, Mi Qing looked on in admiration and whispered to Fang Lie, "That item outside probably wouldn’t even be worth 200 small spirit pearls, yet you tossed out 300 without blinking an eye! The Mo Sect truly lives up to its reputation for being extraordinarily wealthy."

Upon hearing this, Fang Lie immediately asked with curiosity, "Is the Mo Sect very wealthy?"

"Young Master, as a member of the Mo Sect, don’t you know its situation?" Mi Qing replied, astonished.

"Of course, I’m just a humble outer disciple who has had ten years of sect benefits cut. How would I know how much this stingy sect has?" Fang Lie complained with a hint of frustration.

Upon hearing his words, Mo Lanyun and the Fire Tribulation Immortal both turned red, feeling quite awkward.

Mi Qing, Little Peach Red, and the Seven Dragon True Immortals were incredibly shocked.

"Oh my, how could a talented person like you be~" Mi Qing didn’t know what to say.

"Alright, alright, let’s not talk about the past!" Fang Lie waved his hand to lighten the mood, "Let’s discuss why you said the Mo Sect is extraordinarily wealthy."

"This isn’t just what I say; it’s a widely accepted fact!" Mo Lanyun replied with a bitter smile. "The Mo Sect is skilled in crafting treasures; the treasures, mechanical puppets, and treasure ships they sell are worth a fortune and are in high demand. Therefore, you are recognized as the wealthiest sect in the world!"