Fengshan Market is located deep in the mountains of Fengshan.
It is a place with beautiful scenery chosen by Shi Liu. Fengshan is not a sacred mountain, so since there is no place with good spiritual energy, we can only choose a place with good terrain.
Pomegranate had used his magical power to control the earth to shape the skeletons of some large buildings in the valley, but overall it was still very desolate.
It's too shabby to use this place as a market.
But it doesn’t matter. Ku Mu Realm is a world of immortal arts, and the monks have many ways to make this deserted place magnificent.
Anyway, the market is not open every day.
After that, there will be enough time for the fourth brother to continue to rest and recuperate this place.
"This is called Mirage Pearl."
Today's specially invited "guest", Wang Liufu, the outer sect elder of Mo Shuang Mountain, arrived early. After Jiang Xia was designated as a disciple of Mo Shuang Mountain, the relationship between him and Old Jiang was one of mutual success and mutual loss.
When something happens, you naturally have to contribute.
What's more, after Lao Jiang became rich overnight, he often gave Wang Liufu some money in the name of "discussing martial arts", and the two of them cooperated very happily.
Monk Wang, who had deliberately changed into a Mo Shuangshan Taoist robe and was holding a whisk in his hand, handed Jiang Xia a gem pendant emitting colorful light.
He explained:
“My master begged it from a mirage monster when he traveled to the West Sea a few years ago. My master then used a secret method to make it into a magic weapon and kept it as a treasure.
If your matter wasn't serious, I wouldn't have asked for it."
"Mirage?"
Jiang Xia picked up the colorful gem in his hand and looked at it in front of his eyes.
This bead is very magical. It looks like a perfectly round pearl, but there seems to be a vague cloud of mist entangled inside. If you look at it for a long time, even your soul seems to be swallowed up by it.
"Is it the monster that looks like a giant clam? I seem to have seen it when I was reading the Monster Index a few days ago. It is said that it has the ability to create illusions?"
"Um."
Wang Liufu twisted his light beard, nodded and said:
“It’s that kind of mirage monster.
What the master encountered back then was a mirage from a great demon realm, which had now transformed into a human.
He had a very pleasant conversation with his master, and asked for some precious elixirs from him. He then gave his master the mirage pearl that he had shed in his early years as a reward.
This thing is amazing.
It can create an illusion of a village or town out of thin air based on your ideas.
The spiritual energy consumption is also low, but after all, it is not a top-grade mirage pearl, so it cannot produce real illusion magic, nor can it produce the magical power of being real and false and false and real.
A cultivator in the realm of truth can easily see through the illusion.
But it is completely sufficient for your opening of the market today. You can put your spiritual thoughts into it, and then unfold the illusion according to your preferences.
Now that I have become a cultivator in the Qi training stage, my spiritual power is enough to support it for a day."
Following Wang Liufu's instructions, Lao Jiang probed his spiritual thoughts into the mirage pearl. Colorful light emanated from the pearl, like a rosy glow covering the valley.
Suddenly, the place was filled with clouds and mist, like a fairyland.
Liu Laosi and Jasmine stared with their eyes wide open. The silly monster Liu Hui, who was guest-starring as a security guard today, also wagged her tail and looked over here curiously.
After a dozen breaths, the clouds and mist dispersed, and a huge building appeared out of nowhere in the originally deserted valley.
More than thirty meters high.
Oval appearance.
It is supported by a silver-white steel frame structure with steel beams interlaced with each other. It looks scattered but has a unique metallic beauty. The geometric shapes outlined look like a bird's nest that has been magnified many times.
The sun shines on the exterior of the building, and the glass reflects scattered light. There are also a few wisps of mist lingering around, and Lao Jiang has also created an artificial lake next to it.
Instead, it created a feeling of being ethereal yet heavy.
"This doesn't look like a building from this world."
Wang Liufu was not too surprised. As a cultivator, he had seen a lot of strange things. On the contrary, Jasmine and the others felt familiar with this kind of steel frame building.
He kept pointing and chattering.
"I've seen it in their world."
Jiang Xia looked at the "Bird's Nest Stadium" he had built in front of him. He sighed and said in a complicated tone:
"Don't mind it, it's just that the things I want to sell today are special, so I need a large space. Elder Wang, did you bring the things I asked you to bring?"
"Yes."
Wang Liufu waved his wide sleeves and said:
"I went to the Southern Wilds a few days ago and captured some wandering ghosts and a group of little monsters that ruled the mountains. They should be enough for you today."
"The elders are always in a good position to do things properly."
Jiang Xia wore the mirage pearl around his waist, gave Wang Liufu a thumbs up, and gave an order to Lao Si. Then the carefully selected guys from Kunlun Square brought today's goods into the illusion before their eyes.
On the other hand, the local independent practitioners who had received invitations earlier also arrived in Fengshan one after another.
Kunlun Square took over Ruyi Square's spiritual stone business, lowered the price, and improved quality control, leaving local casual cultivators with a good impression of Kunlun Square.
In addition, I heard that Kunlunfang has some relationship with Moshuang Mountain.
Today, the outer sect elders of Mo Shuang Mountain are here to support the event, so after receiving the invitation to the opening of the market, most of the local cultivators have to give him face.
Fengshan, which used to have few visitors, has become quite lively today.
There are many different ways for monks to travel. Some ride the wind, some burrow through the ground, and those who want to show off use magical instruments for transportation or ride on clouds.
From time to time, a radiant lotus or a large gourd would float in the clouds in the sky, or there would be cultivators flying through the air with swords, or riding on spiritual birds and beasts.
In short, it's like the Eight Immortals crossing the sea, each showing their magical powers.
This is the time to flatter yourself, and fellow Taoists all understand this.
“My fellow immortals, you cannot bring your spiritual beasts into the market. Please leave them here first. I have prepared the best baits, fresh meat, fruits and vegetables in Kunlun Square. I will definitely not let your spiritual beasts starve or suffer.
Dear immortals, please rest assured."
At the entrance of the valley, the fourth brother, dressed in a respectable manner, came with a few eloquent and observant subordinates to welcome the monks.
On the other side of the valley, a large stable was specially prepared, and many veteran veterinarians were hired to keep the monks' spiritual beasts.
The scene was quite lively.
Because they knew in advance that cultivators from Mo Shuang Mountain would be coming today, the wandering cultivators were not too rude and they kept their tempers and did not cause any trouble.
Once we entered the valley, there were young ladies in long skirts and well-dressed clothes leading the way.
These very professional concierge ladies were "borrowed" by Jiangxia from Governor Hong. They were all beautiful women in the mortal world, and were also singers and dancers in officials' homes, and had seen the world.
He spoke in a soft and polite voice.
The old monks were fine. Although their realm was low, they had seen many storms and waves. However, some of the young disciples who followed their masters to see the world were a little restless.
These young ladies spoke softly and served me very well along the way. By the time I stepped into the market hall, I felt dizzy when I walked.
"Wow, what a grand ceremony."
As you enter the market, the scenery suddenly changes.
This decoration is different from the attics in ordinary markets.
What comes into view is an empty exhibition hall, which is very spacious and more than 20 meters high.
It was supported by pillars, like a broad temple.
There were many booths set up everywhere, with guys in well-dressed gowns busy at work. There was also a rest area in the northeast corner.
In addition to white modern tables and chairs, drinks ranging from juice to fine wine are also available.
There were several young ladies who were there squeezing juice from fruits and vegetables on the spot, and there were also beautiful women with ancient style who were making tea. Their movements were very graceful and it was pleasing to the eyes.
There are also several chess boards in the center of the rest area.
The white marble that everyone was standing on was so smooth that it could reflect people's shadows. There was a large piece of glass above their heads that did not block the sunlight. Other lights were also shining softly everywhere, making this place unusually bright.
The illusion created by the mirage beads perfectly restored the appearance of the exhibition in Jiang Xia’s memory, and the decorations everywhere were in a very modern and simple style.
The lighting and air conditioning design made the entire venue solemn yet relaxed.
To put it simply, it is the Nordic minimalist style.
This is different from the usual style of Ku Mujing, but it is also refreshing.
“This is an illusion.”
After taking a few steps, a knowledgeable cultivator told the mystery of this place by sensing the flow of spiritual energy, which in turn sparked a round of discussion and envy among the other cultivators.
Could it be that Kunlunfang is really related to Moshuang Mountain?
Although there are many magical instruments that can create illusions in the cultivation world , it is really surprising that a mortal chamber of commerce like his can also produce such a display.
"Hey, there are people selling elixirs over there, as well as magic tools and spirit stones."
A group of monks were scattered around the exhibition hall, looking around, and soon someone noticed the merchandise on display at each booth.
They originally thought that this market would follow the usual model, with participants bringing out their own goods and trading with each other, and the organizers merely providing a venue.
But I didn't expect that there were quite a lot of things sold in this market.
And they are all used by monks.
The distinguished guest, Sanquezi Ma Tishu, was also mixed in with the crowd of monks. He did not reveal his identity and appeared to be very low-key. He also wanted to see how Jiang Xia had created this market.
Ma Tishu is an alchemist. His skills in refining elixirs and medicines are well-known throughout the cultivation circle of Fengming Country and even in the more distant Wuling Country.
He saw a booth in the exhibition hall that specialized in selling elixirs, so he went over to take a look.
The host over there is a lady who still has charm.
As for his dress, he is somewhat conservative, yet also somewhat bold; his manners are quite dignified and generous, and he speaks very nicely.
At this time, there were already many casual cultivators tasting the medicinal samples. Ma Tishu walked over leisurely, asked for a few sample medicinal pills, and held them in his hands.
This professional could tell the grade of the pill in his hand just by sniffing it.
“They are all top quality.”
Master Ma was a little surprised. He glanced at the display cabinet, where there were a variety of porcelain bottles, except for the most basic Spirit Gathering Pills and Rejuvenation Pills.
There are also bone-healing pills, demon-hunting incense, spirit-clearing incense, etc. that are not often used by cultivators on a daily basis.
The most exaggerated thing is that on the second layer of the display cabinet, there are three porcelain bottles with official script markings on them, which clearly say "Foundation Building Pills". On the top layer, there are pills in jade bottles.
There are words on it that read "Return to Heaven".
This is the medicine that will save your life!
This is a real panacea that can be used in the realm of truth and above. Ma Tishu has only heard of it but has never been able to find the recipe. This precious medicine is extremely powerful and is said to have the miraculous effect of reviving the dead and turning bones into flesh.
It can cure mortal wounds, stabilize the state of mind, and regulate hidden injuries and defects in the body.
There are even rumors that if it is a top-grade Huitian Bao medicine, it can also reshape the spiritual roots and bones.
A truly authentic “magic pill”!
This kind of precious elixir has not appeared for many years, not only in Fengming Kingdom, but even in Wuling Kingdom where spiritual practice is more prosperous. How could it be sold in the market in Jiangxia ?
Ma Tishu was even more shocked.
I won’t even talk about legendary things like the Huitianbao medicine.
As an alchemist, he would often accept commissions to refine foundation-building pills for their disciples. The foundation-building pills alone were precious enough.
This elixir is necessary to overcome the tribulation when entering the Qi Refining Stage.
It can mobilize the whole body's spiritual power in a short period of time, and can also protect the cultivator's heart and soul when he is going through the tribulation. At the same time, it can make the body and soul tempering effect of thunder tribulation better.
Even if one has entered the Qi training realm, when one reaches the bottleneck in the middle and late stages of Qi training, one will still need the Foundation Establishment Pill to break through. It can be said to be the most precious medicine below the True Existence Realm.
But although it is very effective, it is also very troublesome to refine.
As the most powerful alchemist in the local circle of cultivators, San Quezi needs several months to refine a foundation-building pill. The quality of the final product depends on fate.
He had seen many people who were unable to break through to the Qi training stage and wasted their time because they could not get the foundation-building pill.
It wasn't just Monk Matthew who noticed the Foundation Establishment Pill.
Many monks also noticed this. In a short while, many monks came forward to inquire about the price. The old master in charge of this booth, Mr. Julie Zhu, handled it quite appropriately.
She did not say the price.
Just ask the monks who are interested in buying to go to the auction hall in the market in a quarter of an hour.
Obviously, these three foundation-building pills and the low-grade Huitianbao medicine are to be auctioned off. Displaying them here is just a gimmick.
But it clearly boosted the monks' interest.
Since there are foundation-building pills and precious medicines here, there must be more good things. The cultivators who had originally gathered together to discuss now dispersed and went around to patrol and watch.
"You guys should go and have a look, chat with people of the same trade, broaden your horizons, and make some friends."
Ma Tishu turned around and gave a few instructions to the disciples who followed him.
The young disciples dispersed in groups of three or five. Young people like to be in the hustle and bustle, but there are no markets in the local monastic circle, and there is little communication between them.
The scene at the moment is as lively as ordinary people visiting a market.
Sanquezi also wants to go and have a look at other places.
But just as he started, he felt a divine presence watching him.
He turned his head back and looked up. In the rest area on the second floor of the exhibition hall, which was more than 20 meters high, he saw Jiang Xia sitting there in a white suit, dressed like a young master.
The show-off guy was holding a glass of blood-red watermelon juice and raised it to him.
"Fellow Daoist Ma, now that you are here, why are you still following others' lead in disguised visits?"
Jiang Xia's divine thoughts brought a voice that rang in Ma Tishu's ears. He said in a gentle tone:
"Let the youngsters wander around on their own."
"Come up, my friend. I have something good to show you."