PDLP Chapter 92 The Myriad Sounds Gate
Chapter 92 The Myriad Sounds Gate
After listening to Jin Qing's explanation, Mu Chunfeng finally understood why his Yang-attribute cultivation technique was coveted by others.
However, he didn't take the matter of the Ten Thousand Demon Abyss that the other party had mentioned to heart.
This legendary place was clearly beyond the reach of a mere early-stage Core Formation cultivator like him.
So after Jin Qing finished speaking, Mu Chunfeng cleverly changed the subject, shifting their conversation to the various customs and power distribution in the Chaotic Star Sea.
Afterwards, through the narration of Jin Qing, a "local powerful figure," Mu Chunfeng gained a clearer understanding of the power structure in the Chaotic Star Sea.
Previously, he only knew about some of the top forces that were famous in the original work, such as the Myriad Laws Sect, the Star Palace, and the Reverse Star Alliance.
Only now did he realize that there were many formidable secondary forces entrenched in the Chaotic Star Sea.
Examples include Yuan Gui Island, where the master of the Crimson Fire Old Monster, True Man Heavenly Fire, resides, as well as Qianlang Sect and Xuanshou Sect, which have early-stage Nascent Soul cultivators stationed there.
What Mu Chunfeng was most concerned about was the commercial landscape of Tianxing City.
According to Jin Qing, almost all the large shops and auction houses in Tianxing City that make a fortune every day are backed by major forces.
The managers of these shops may only be at the Foundation Establishment stage, but the people in charge behind the scenes are at least Core Formation stage cultivators, and a large part of them are the "money bags" for Nascent Soul stage monsters to amass wealth.
This completely dispelled Mu Chunfeng's original idea of secretly controlling Tianxing City or simply establishing his own chamber of commerce.
The waters of Tianxing City run deep.
These forces are deeply entrenched, and their chains of interest are already solidified. It's not something a cultivator who has just entered the Core Formation stage and has no foundation can easily interfere with and try to seize.
The slightest mistake could provoke the wrath of a Nascent Soul level monster.
Afterwards, Mu Chunfeng left a list of some of the materials he needed to refine the magic weapon with Jin Qing, asking him to keep an eye out for them, before getting up to take his leave.
Stepping out of Jinqing's cave and strolling along the bustling streets of Tianxing City, Mu Chunfeng frowned slightly, secretly making plans in his mind.
Building his own faction was not an option, but he desperately craved resources.
Unlike Han Li, he couldn't use the little green bottle to accelerate the growth of spiritual herbs or refine an unlimited number of pills to enhance his cultivation.
If he wanted to improve his cultivation as quickly as before, he would have to consume a large number of pills. And collecting these pills would require a massive amount of time and spirit stones.
Although he could also hunt demons in the outer seas, his efficiency would be much faster than that of ordinary cultivators thanks to his "double pupils" supernatural power.
However, once you have monster materials, how to monetize them becomes a big problem.
Making too many moves at once will definitely arouse suspicion, while making moves in batches is too energy-consuming.
Moreover, Tianxing City is full of spies. Even though Han Li was so cautious in the original story, the Miaoyin Sect still noticed something amiss.
Thinking of the rare and precious materials needed to refine his natal magic weapon, the "Xihe Sword," such as the ten-thousand-year-old fire crystal and the essence of red gold, Mu Chunfeng felt a headache coming on.
He needed to have his own "white glove," or rather, a resource channel that could help him gather intelligence and sell stolen goods for profit.
"Since we can't snatch food from the tiger's mouth in the core area of Tianxing City, we can only settle for second best and find an existing force with potential and industry, but which is currently in a slump and in urgent need of external assistance to 'invest' in."
Mu Chunfeng's eyes flickered slightly, and an excellent target immediately came to mind—the Miaoyin Sect.
In the original story, the Miaoyin Sect was a powerful sect in Tianxing City, known for its beautiful female cultivators and its business of trading goods.
However, ever since the unexpected passing of the old sect leader and his wife, the sect has been plagued by internal and external troubles.
Under the guise of "protection," the Star Palace sent a Core Formation Elder named Zhao Zheng to reside in the Myriad Sounds Sect.
Zhao Zheng, ostensibly to assist, was actually using the power of the Star Palace to plant his cronies within the sect, effectively sidelining Zi Ling, who had just succeeded as sect leader.
Zi Ling is not only stunningly beautiful, but also incredibly shrewd and resourceful.
She knew that if Zhao Zheng were to completely control the Miaoyin Sect, the sect would eventually be swallowed up by the Star Palace. Therefore, she urgently needed a powerful external figure without a Star Palace background to counterbalance Zhao Zheng.
Thinking of this, Mu Chunfeng touched the invitation letter that Miaoyin Sect had sent earlier in his storage bag, and turned to walk towards the western district of Tianxing City.
Perfect timing, he still needs the "Heavenly Thunder Bamboo" that Zi Ling has.
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Half an hour later, in the western district of Tianxing City, inside an elegant teahouse called "Tingyin Pavilion".
This is one of the properties under the Miaoyin Sect.
After Mu Chunfeng presented the jade talisman used for invitation by the Miaoyin Sect, he was respectfully led to the VIP room on the third floor by the waiter.
A short while later, the door to the private room was gently pushed open.
A delicate fragrance wafted in, and a stunningly beautiful woman dressed in a light purple palace gown and wearing a veil gracefully entered.
Even with a veil covering her face, her captivating eyes and alluring figure still made one's heart flutter.
It was none other than Zi Ling, the current sect leader of the Miaoyin Sect.
"This humble servant is Zi Ling, and greets Senior Mu. It is truly an honor for me that Senior has graced my Miao Yin Sect with your presence today."
Zi Ling bowed slightly, her voice as melodious and pleasant as a nightingale's song, but Mu Chunfeng could detect a hint of probing in her tone.
Mu Chunfeng didn't beat around the bush. He picked up his teacup, took a sip, and said calmly, "Sect Leader Ziling, you're too kind. I received your invitation earlier, and since I had some free time today, I thought I'd come and visit. I just wonder, do you still stand by the promises you made in the communication talisman?"
The previous invitation from Miaoyin Sect mentioned that Mu Chunfeng should serve as an elder of the sect, provide an annual offering of one thousand spirit stones, and give him two beautiful female cultivators in the early stage of Foundation Establishment as maids. At the same time, he was allowed to mobilize some of the Miaoyin Sect's connections and resources.
"Rest assured, senior, all my previous promises will stand, and moreover..."
Zi Ling's beautiful eyes sparkled, and she chuckled softly, saying, "Senior, you were able to return to Tianxing City safely. I suppose those cultivators who secretly followed you and coveted your cultivation techniques must have already perished 'accidentally'? Given your profound and unassuming strength, I will only show you more sincerity and will definitely not treat you unfairly."
Upon hearing this, Mu Chunfeng paused slightly in the hand holding the teacup.
Zi Ling, without even leaving Tianxing City, was able to accurately guess the outcome and even point out that those people were "secretly following," which shows how terrifying the intelligence network of Miaoyin Sect is, and how almost demonic this woman's mind is.
Mu Chunfeng put down his teacup, a look of surprise flashing across his face, before he chuckled and said, "Well done, Miaoyin Sect. Their information network is quite impressive. Even such a secret matter couldn't escape the sect leader's notice."
"Please calm down, senior. I was being presumptuous."
Zi Ling bowed slightly in apology, but her eyes, brimming with autumn water, revealed composure, showing no sign of admitting wrongdoing.
She was flexing her muscles, proving to Mu Chunfeng the value of the Myriad Sounds Sect's intelligence.
Mu Chunfeng waved his hand dismissively: "Alright, let's not beat around the bush. I have no interest in your beautiful maids, nor do I care about the annual tribute of a thousand spirit stones."
Upon hearing this, Zi Ling felt a slight tightness in her heart, thinking to herself, "Could this Core Formation old monster be trying to make an exorbitant demand?"
She remained calm and composed: "Then what does Senior desire? As long as it is something my Miaoyin Sect can provide, this junior will not refuse."
"I want Heavenly Thunder Bamboo."
Mu Chunfeng's gaze was sharp and pierced Zi Ling's eyes: "As long as the sect leader is willing to take out the Heavenly Thunder Bamboo, I, Mu, will agree to become an elder of the Miaoyin Sect."