Chapter 792

Chapter 792: Spring Blossom Merchant Association

"It’s been over five thousand years since the Supreme Elder and I discovered the Ancient Cang Realm, and we still don’t fully understand it."

"The Supreme Elder mentioned that our small sect should avoid causing trouble there," Ming Kong added.

"The power there must be immense; at least a few Supreme Elders are likely maintaining their prestige," Xu Fan speculated.

From the Ten Thousand Star Ship, the outline of the Ancient Cang Realm was now faintly visible.

"I thought the merging of the cultivation world and the demon race created a vast space, but the Ancient Cang Realm is even larger."

"If the cultivation world is like a baseball, then the Ancient Cang Realm is a basketball."

"Given its size, the Ancient Cang Realm must have a little Immortal Realm."

"There might even be true immortals guarding it," Xu Fan said.

"The Supreme Elder also believes there should be, but we’ve never heard of any true immortal taking action," Ming Kong remarked, gazing at the distant outline of the Ancient Cang Realm.

By now, more Universe Ships had gathered around the Ten Thousand Star Ship, using the Ancient Cang Realm as a port for entry and exit.

The Universe Ships came in all shapes and sizes, some bizarre and unique; Xu Fan even spotted a pyramid-shaped one among them.

It felt like stepping from the wilderness into a bustling city.

Suddenly, a massive ship resembling an ancient Celestial Boat appeared outside the Ancient Cang Realm, radiating dazzling celestial spirit light.

Its size was at least several hundred times that of the Ten Thousand Star Ship.

The entire Celestial Boat shimmered with vibrant colors, escorted by six battle-ready immortal ships.

On the Celestial Boat, a stunning dancer, formed from condensed celestial spirit light, performed an elegant dance.

She seemed to be showcasing her beauty to the Universe Ships in the surrounding star region, captivating all who saw her.

At that moment, all Universe Ships near the Ancient Cang Realm received a message.

"The Wood Origin Realm’s Spring Blossom Merchant Association will be stationed in the Ancient Cang Realm for fifty years. We are purchasing…"

The message was followed by a long list of items, and Xu Fan noticed some were spirit ores unique to the South Mountain Realm.

"So this is how the Immortal Realm’s merchant association operates; their prestige is truly impressive," Xu Fan said, admiring the Celestial Boat glowing with celestial spirit light.

Unlike Xu Fan’s awe, Ming Kong was deep in thought as he studied the list.

"Why doesn’t the cultivation world have any of these items?" Ming Kong muttered, disappointed.

"Are the profits that high?" Xu Fan asked curiously.

"Extremely high. Three thousand years ago, this same merchant association acquired a few spirit ores from the cultivation world."

"That’s when the Elder Council started talking about the ten celestial tools."

"The Immortal Realm’s merchant association sells celestial tools, techniques, spirit pills, Star Ships, Universe Ships, and other items at very low prices."

"The Grand Elder should definitely take a look," Ming Kong said, pointing at the distant Celestial Boat.

"Should we head straight to that Celestial Boat?" Ming Kong asked.

"That Celestial Boat is an immortal ship; it’s like a small world, full of endless possibilities."

"In the past, merchant associations conducted their trades within these small worlds."

"Where should we head first?" Xu Fan inquired.

"First, we’ll visit the Celestial Boat, then proceed to the Ancient Cang Realm," Ming Kong responded.

The Ten Thousand Star Ship gradually altered its course, steering towards the Celestial Boat.

Xu Fan was captivated by the elegant dance of a woman aboard the Celestial Boat, admiring how effectively the Immortal Realm’s merchant association knew how to draw attention.

As they neared the Celestial Boat, they encountered a barrier.

"Just dock the Ten Thousand Star Ship here; no one dares to stir trouble within the jurisdiction of the Immortal Realm’s merchant association," Ming Kong stated, preparing to guide Xu Fan onto the Celestial Boat.

A teleportation formation, marked with the insignia ‘Spring Blossom Merchant Association,’ materialized in front of them.

"Let’s proceed. Within this zone, if you wish to reach the Celestial Boat, a teleportation formation will facilitate our journey," Ming Kong explained.

Xu Fan nodded, feeling somewhat akin to a wealthy rustic venturing into the city for the first time.

The teleportation formation activated, transporting them into a vast teleportation hall.

The formation intermittently glowed with spiritual light as human and otherworldly cultivators emerged.

Outside the teleportation hall lay a bustling street, lined with various Spiritual Treasures radiating spiritual energy and celestial energy.

"This is a complimentary storefront provided by the Spring Blossom Merchant Association, though a one-percent tax applies on transactions," Ming Kong clarified.

Xu Fan nodded and stepped onto the vibrant street.

A dignified young woman in a blue long dress, at the Core Formation stage, approached them.

"Is this your first visit, friends? You might want to start at our Spring Blossom Merchant Association’s acquisition hall," she suggested with a smile.

"We purchase various spirit ore and spirit herbs at premium prices, and our celestial tools are the most affordable," the woman in the blue dress added.

"Please, lead the way," Ming Kong said.

Xu Fan followed silently, keenly observing his surroundings.

Rare celestial tools, spirit pills, puppets, and various precious treasures were displayed like common goods in the merchant association’s storefront.

Spatial tools were casually placed outside the merchant’s store, serving as attractive items to draw customers in.

The young woman guided Xu Fan and Ming Kong to a grand hall.

Inside the hall, various transactions were taking place.

They hoped to see a Great Ascension Master with a cow’s head, pulling out a spirit ore mountain, while a very professional young lady inspected the quality of the spirit ore nearby.

They were led to a counter where a sweet-looking woman in a blue long dress awaited them.

"You just brought us here without asking what we need?" Xu Fan smiled as he asked.

"Whether you have something or not is not important," the sweet young lady replied with a smile.

"Our Spring Blossom Merchant Association aims to connect with friends from all over the world, regardless of cooperation, we can still make good connections."

The young lady took out a tea set from her space ring and began making tea for them.

"Bearing a restrained aura, your mysterious light gathers without dispersing, with the wide road protecting your bodies, and your merits are unwavering."

"I assume both of you are peak figures standing in a certain middle thousand world, and when you ascend to the Immortal Realm, you will surely meet again."

Two cups of Immortal tea were placed in front of them by her delicate hands.

She spoke with a humble yet respectful tone, showing no trace of arrogance from the higher realms.

This attitude, this sense of service, and her pleasant words made them feel at ease.

Xu Fan sensed there was something special about this merchant association; a quick glance around the grand hall revealed at least ten thousand trained women serving.

"Although I’ve heard these words before, every time I hear them, they bring me joy," Ming Kong commented, taking out a Spatial Tool to hand to the young lady.

The woman received the Spatial Tool with both hands and began examining its contents, while the tea-making task was handed over to a girl who looked like a trainee.

"Ten pounds of Holy Buddha Stone, one hundred fifty pounds of Void Spirit Crystal, and one thousand three hundred pounds of fire spirit copper."

"Counting these along with this Spatial Tool, how about eight thousand Immortal Jade, friends?" After inspecting the items, the woman said professionally.

Ming Kong nodded in agreement with the price.

"Does the Grand Elder have anything to sell?" After the transaction, Ming Kong asked Xu Fan.

"I noticed that your Spring Blossom Merchant Association also buys powerful talismans," Xu Fan said, looking at the sweet-looking woman.