Chapter 705 - 346: Secret Realm Fragment
"The lifespan of this couple is probably only about a hundred years."
As Lin Chang’an was observing in secret, the trading fair grew increasingly lively.
He even signaled for a few decent spiritual objects to be exchanged into the hands of Sword Servant.
As a cultivator who had elevated the arts of pill-making, talisman crafting, artifact forging, and array formation to Tier Three, he could easily produce some talismans or elixirs.
Fairy Ni Chang, upon seeing this, was not surprised. She knew Mr. Lin was a Tier Three Talisman Master.
As for the elixirs, being on friendly terms with Pill Master Wen, she had no doubts.
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In the dimly lit hall, during the intense trading among Core Formation cultivators, some wore expressions of delight, while others shook their heads regrettably, having failed to acquire their desired treasures.
However, most cultivators seemed unsatisfied, but the spiritual objects each wanted to trade from their storage bags were almost all exchanged.
The atmosphere gradually cooled down, and many turned their attention to the couple hosting the trading fair on Bibo Island.
Everyone knew very well what the highlight of this event was.
"Haha, it seems everyone has their eyes on Meng’s treasures."
Mr. and Mrs. Meng, both beaming, had the middle-aged man wave his hand, and six spiritual objects flew directly out of the storage bag, causing the crowd present to gasp in surprise.
"Could this be the Secret Realm Fragment from the Demon Beast Abyss!"
Among the six treasures was a fragment that made many people’s eyes widen, their faces flushed with excitement.
This secret realm isn’t one that can be entered at will; both Core Formation and Nascent Soul cultivators must have this Secret Realm Fragment to enter.
"Isle Master Meng, could it be you both...!?"
Though some were tempted, others calmly watched the scene, aware this item had recently caused chaos in the Outer Sea.
Every time a fragment appeared, it led to chaos.
Seeing everyone’s interest, Mr. and Mrs. Meng exchanged knowing glances and smiled.
"Fellow cultivators, we are both of considerable age, with no hope of attaining Nascent Soul; we are already akin to dead ashes, and this fragment is useless to us.
It could even attract disaster. This fragment is genuine; we originally had two, one already traded to the Four Seas Commerce Association on Five Dragons Island, and the other is here."
Boom!
Upon hearing it’s truly a Secret Realm Fragment, excitement erupted among the crowd, even some incapable Core Formation cultivators gazed fervently at the fragment.
Perhaps this is the only chance in their lifetime to see this treasure.
However, upon seeing the fragment, Lin Chang’an displayed a peculiar expression.
Originally, he had obtained a similar fragment from the remains of a Core Formation cultivator on the Yin Soul Sect island, thanks to the Yin Spirit Beast King Twin-headed Tiger.
It was clearly the same Secret Realm Fragment.
"So it’s this item. But thinking about it, it makes sense; the cultivator sitting in the Sutra Pavilion of Yin Soul Sect, his status must be unusual, having this item isn’t surprising."
Lin Chang’an even thought of another Maze Map and Jade Token, piecing together the secret realm’s information made him start forming some guesses.
This Maze Map might be where the Sixth Elder has plotted for a hundred years, specifically seeking out Array Masters like them.
As for the Jade Token, its purpose remains unknown, but it might be a symbol of Yin Soul Sect, or something else entirely.
Yet this Maze Map ignited a fervor within him.
"There are rumors that this maze is extremely unpredictable. Since these clues came from the Yin Soul Sect’s exploration back then, if no one has tampered with it for hundreds of years, perhaps I have a chance too!"
The maze holds numerous opportunities, causing Lin Chang’an to feel tempted.
Once he completes the task for the Sixth Elder, while in this location, he might explore according to the map’s markings.
If there’s truly an opportunity for Nascent Soul Formation, it would be a huge gain.
"Additionally, there are five other treasures; two are Tier Three Late Stage Fire Attribute Demon Cores, and the remaining three are magical treasures my wife and I crafted for entering the secret realm."
Boom!
Upon the Meng couple introducing these treasures, the cultivators planning for the secret realm grew eager-eyed instantly.
Any one of them was what they needed.
As for the fragment, the crowd exchanged glances, uncertain who actually possessed it.
However, some Core Formation cultivators originally eyeing the secret realm couldn’t help but feel tempted upon seeing the fragment.
Before, there was no opportunity, but now it’s right before them.
"Fellow cultivator, I’m willing to exchange a Tier Three Middle Grade treasure for this fragment."
"Haha, fellow cultivator, are you serious? A mere Tier Three Middle Grade treasure for exchange is just dreaming."
Someone stood up and sarcastically sneered, then raised a hand to reveal a treasure.
"Fellow cultivators, this Spirit Yuan Fruit offers unspeakable effects, one thousand four hundred years old, capable of cleansing Spirit Roots."
The fragment was immediately scrambled for by the crowd.
Seeing this, Lin Chang’an squinted, sensing something amiss!
"Mr. Ni Chang, it seems we must tread carefully; there’s clearly an issue here."
Fairy Ni Chang nodded solemnly upon hearing this; though tempted, she recognized a problem.
Unexpectedly presenting this Secret Realm Fragment, along with treasures needed for exploring the realm, the Meng couple not venturing into it is understandable.
Yet the current situation is blatantly problematic.
Among the gathered crowd, many Core Formation cultivators emitted anger.
If they were to not compete for this Secret Realm Fragment, but instead focus on other treasures, wouldn’t it mean they themselves possess the fragment?