Chapter 183: Only Three Items Allowed

Chen Fei smiled.

He seemed to understand now why Saintess Leng Yue was different from the others—why she didn’t have admirers or even a single maid.

With a personality like that, who could stand being around her?

“Senior Sister Leng Yue, I don’t think I owe you anything, right?” Chen Fei said with a faint smile.

Leng Yue was slightly surprised by Chen Fei’s attitude. Her brows furrowed slightly before she finally responded, “I know you possess some knowledge. As long as you help me, I can help you rapidly improve your strength.”

Chen Fei, however, shook his head.

After years of running a caravan business, he wasn’t the type to act without seeing the rabbit—he wouldn’t be fooled so easily.

“Senior Sister Leng Yue, with all due respect, your offer doesn’t appeal to me in the slightest,” Chen Fei said as he turned to leave.

This time, Leng Yue grew a little anxious. “Wait!”

She bit her lip, then looked at Chen Fei, a determined look flashing in her eyes. “I know a place—an ancient cultivation ground left behind by an immortal. Help me, and I’ll take you there.”

“Just words. You don’t think I’ll believe you just like that, do you?” Chen Fei turned his head and stroked his chin.

Leng Yue suddenly found this junior brother incredibly annoying.

All these years, who had ever dared speak to her this way?

But at the moment, she desperately needed something from within the Xianle Secret Realm. Even though Chen Fei looked weak, she knew full well that if she wanted to obtain that item, he might be her only hope.

Biting her lip again, Leng Yue slowly opened her palm.

Chen Fei curiously glanced over. As soon as the object in her hand was revealed, the Void Heaven Cauldron within his body began to shake violently.

It was the same reaction it had when it encountered the Mountain Shifting Seal!

This confirmed it—there was an undeniable connection between the Void Heaven Cauldron and ancient immortals. Leng Yue hadn’t been lying.

“Alright, I agree. What treasure are you looking for, Senior Sister Leng Yue?” Chen Fei nodded decisively.

Seeing that he finally relented, Leng Yue secretly breathed a sigh of relief. Negotiating really was such a hassle.

“Phantom Heart Flame,” she said seriously.

Chen Fei raised an eyebrow. “Senior Sister, don’t you think you’re asking a bit too much? The Phantom Heart Flame is worth at least 80,000 merit points! Does this secret realm you mentioned really match that value?”

“And the Treasury Hall has it too. Don’t tell me you can’t even afford that much merit?” His words carried a hint of sarcasm.

80,000 merit points was an enormous sum—even core disciples would struggle to cough that up easily.

Sure, Chen Fei had a way to make full use of his resources thanks to the Void Heaven Cauldron, but others weren’t as lucky. Cultivation costs were no joke.

Leng Yue’s situation was even more complicated due to her special physique, making her expenses greater than most.

Blushing slightly from embarrassment, Leng Yue finally said, “Fine, I’ll give you this instead. I found it during a previous exploration. It’s worth 20,000 merit points in the Treasury Hall. As for the Phantom Heart Flame—the one in the secret realm is of far superior quality.”

Chen Fei thought for a moment, then nodded.

“Deal. Senior Sister, you know I’ve just entered the sacred land and my strength is still lacking—I’m only bargaining for a fair deal,” Chen Fei said cheerfully, taking the item from her hand.

He wasn’t sure what it was, but anything that could make the Void Heaven Cauldron react so intensely was definitely not ordinary.

Leng Yue gave a cold nod. “It’s better if you grow stronger. Otherwise, exploring the secret realm would be no different than seeking death. Remember our deal.”

With that, she turned and left, her frosty aura making her seem like a walking glacier.

Chen Fei now realized the true importance of the Xianle Secret Realm.

“Looks like many people have their eyes on this place. The competition will be fierce.” He had initially planned to take a walk, but now he abandoned that idea and went back to his room to continue cultivating in seclusion, ready to depart as soon as the secret realm opened.

Just as he was about to close the door, Miao Yue came rushing over.

“Good, you’re finally out!” she said with relief.

Chen Fei raised an eyebrow. “What’s wrong? You also need something from the secret realm?”

“Looks like you’ve already been approached by others?” Miao Yue asked, surprised.

“That’s right. Senior Sister Ziyang and Senior Sister Leng Yue both came to see me. Don’t tell me you also need something?”

Since Miao Yue had rescued him from Mount Qin after Su Ran’s departure and had been helping him ever since, Chen Fei was more than willing to return the favor.

“So that means you’ve already agreed to help two people?” she asked.

“I have,” Chen Fei replied, suddenly sensing something wasn’t right. “Is there a problem?”

“The Xianle Secret Realm is a benefit provided by the Holy Land for newly accepted disciples. However, you can only bring out three items from the realm!” Miao Yue explained.

Chen Fei frowned.

Neither Ziyang nor Leng Yue had mentioned this. Thankfully, he hadn’t promised anyone else or things could’ve gotten awkward.

“Only three items, huh?” Chen Fei looked a little disappointed.

“Don’t worry, the treasures you absorb in there don’t count toward that limit. Neither do beast cores or blood essence. With your abilities, this secret realm will benefit you greatly,” Miao Yue said with a smile.

“Well then, the last item is yours,” Chen Fei replied confidently.

Miao Yue gave him a look. “You don’t think getting those treasures will be easy, do you? The only reason people haven’t swarmed you is because Senior Sister Ziyang made it known that no one is to bother you. Not many would dare disobey her.”

Chen Fei’s face showed understanding. “I see. So, what do you need?”

Miao Yue’s expression turned more serious. “There’s indeed something I need. I’ve just reached the Human Dao Realm. With Miss Su’s help, my foundation is solid—but I still lack in natural talent.”

“If you happen to come across Sky-Retrieving Grass, bring it out for me. It’s an extremely rare and elusive treasure—formless and invisible, only visible under special conditions. I’ve only heard it exists in the secret realm; no one’s ever brought one out before.”

Chen Fei nodded. Something that could aid someone in the Human Dao Realm definitely wouldn’t be easy to find.

“Don’t worry. If it’s in there, it won’t escape me!” Chen Fei said with a grin. “By the way, I still don’t know what your innate talent is.”

Miao Yue smiled playfully.

If anyone else had asked, it would’ve been considered rude—but Chen Fei didn’t count. After all, what could be more intrusive than him already having seen her unclothed?

Still, she shook her head. “Husband, you’ll find out someday.”