Immortal Venerable of the Beast Race
Chapter 1086 - 994 Mysterious Jin Qianqian

Chapter 1086: 994 Mysterious Jin Qianqian

"How is the business at Myriad Beasts Tower?"

Shen Long casually asked.

"Taoist Friend Ye has introduced quite a few customers to us. Business has been good. The most sought-after items are first rank immortal puppets, followed by immortal pills and immortal artifacts. Here is the ledger; please review it, Sect Master."

Shen Die took out a thick blue ledger and handed it to Shen Long with both hands.

Shen Long accepted the ledger and began flipping through it.

Details of product prices, sales volumes, and dates of transactions were meticulously recorded, along with customer identities and feedback.

"You’ve done excellent work. I appreciate your efforts."

Shen Long praised her briefly and returned the ledger to Shen Die.

"It’s my duty. Without the Sect Master, I wouldn’t be where I am today."

Shen Die’s tone was sincere.

"I need these materials. Go and handle it."

Shen Long took out a green jade slip and handed it to Shen Die.

"Green Marrow Jade Lotus of 300,000 years, Nine Revolutions Nourishing Spirit Flower of 200,000 years... Green Tuckahoe Grass of 200,000 years. Except for the Green Marrow Jade Lotus, which is hard to find, the other materials aren’t particularly rare. I’ll get on it right away."

Shen Die readily agreed.

After giving her a few reminders, Shen Long stood up and left.

He wandered the streets for over an hour before arriving at Green Stone Plaza filled with stalls.

The booths displayed a variety of items in an array of colors.

Shen Long walked around but didn’t find any unexpected treasures.

"What kind of worthless stone is this? Three hundred Immortal Yuan Stones? Are you crazy?"

"Exactly. Do you think we lack discernment?"

"If you don’t recognize its value, don’t spout nonsense. I didn’t force you to buy it."

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He heard an intense argument and followed the source of the voices to find over ten True Immortal cultivators gathered around a small stall.

"I’ll take this."

A clear, melodious female voice echoed.

A fragrant breeze floated by as Jin Qianqian appeared near the stall.

"Golden Fairy has arrived! It’s her!"

Someone recognized Jin Qianqian.

Shen Long naturally recognized her too; he had once sold her a batch of first rank immortal pills.

Looking at Jin Qianqian’s figure, Shen Long displayed a pensive expression.

He left Green Stone Plaza and, half an hour later, arrived at Qingpeng Pavilion.

The Myriad Beasts Sect had rented Qingpeng Pavilion for Shen Long and Chu Buyu to reside.

Shen Long sat on a chair and took out a red-glowing Transmission Immortal Mirror. Injecting a spell into it, Chu Yun appeared on its surface.

"How much do you know about Jin Qianqian?"

Shen Long got straight to the point.

"She appears to be a merchant, buying resources at low prices and selling high. There’s a rumor that a Golden Immortal cultivator tried to target her but never resurfaced. The true story is unclear, but what’s certain is that she has a Golden Immortal backing her, likely an executor for some merchant guild."

Chu Yun replied.

"Have there been any major events in the Glazed Sea Domain in the past 50,000 years?"

Shen Long continued asking.

"Several Golden Immortals from the Flying Snow Clan and Xuanming Clan fought fiercely. Each side suffered casualties. Jin Yue Seven Immortals ventured into Nine Stars Island for treasure hunting, but only Five Mountains True Monarch survived, returning heavily injured."

Chu Yun slowly explained.

The Xuanming Clan is one of the Seven Great Powers of the Glazed Sea Domain, with several Taiyi Golden Immortals overseeing. They are mortal enemies with the Flying Snow Clan, and their territories are adjacent.

The Jin Yue Seven Immortals are seven Loose Immortals, led by Five Mountains True Monarch, a newly ascended being. He ascended on a minor force’s Flying Immortal Platform and chose to remain independent.

The Five Mountains True Monarch and six Loose Immortals swore brotherhood on Jin Yue Island, roaming and living together. They’ve been well-known in the Glazed Sea Domain for tens of thousands of years.

"Why did Golden Immortals from the Flying Snow Clan and Xuanming Clan clash? What treasure were Jin Yue Seven Immortals searching for on Nine Stars Island?"

Shen Long was visibly curious.

"Those Golden Immortals already had grievances. Encountering each other in the wilderness, they aimed to kill one another. As for the Jin Yue Seven Immortals venturing into Nine Stars Island, it ties back to you and my true body."

Chu Yun explained.

"What has that to do with us?"

Shen Long was slightly surprised.

"Rumors spread that you obtained materials critical for Taiyi Golden Immortals from Nine Stars Island, thereby securing a piece of territory. Many True Immortals believed the rumors and ventured into Nine Stars Island, resulting in heavy casualties. Someone even acquired a Golden Immortal’s inheritance on the island, attracting more treasure hunters. However, few left the island alive; most perished there."

Chu Yun elaborated.

Shen Long nodded in sudden realization, saying, "I see. Are there any news of first rank immortal flames or True Immortal stage Five-colored Peacock essence blood?"

"No. Five-colored Peacock essence blood is slightly easier to obtain since many immortals are offering high prices, but first rank immortal flames are highly sought after.

Chu Yun said.

Feeling a bit dejected, Shen Long exchanged a few more words with her and then put away the Transmission Immortal Mirror.

Next, he took out a luminous Law Disk and injected a spell into it. Shortly after, Jin Qianqian’s voice echoed: "Taoist Friend Qian, long time no see."

"We haven’t been in touch for years. I didn’t expect Golden Fairy to still remember me."

Shen Long sounded surprised.

"I’m a merchant. Without memory, how could I conduct business? Taoist Friend Qian, are you looking to sell immortal pills?"

Jin Qianqian asked.

"No. A friend of mine would like to discuss some business with you. Are you available?"

Shen Long asked.

"I am. When and where?"

Jin Qianqian responded warmly.

"He’d like to meet you at Green Tea Building. Is that convenient?"

Shen Long inquired.

"No problem. I’m currently at Green Tea Building. Just have your friend mention my name to the waiter, and he’ll bring them to me."

Jin Qianqian said.

"Great. It’s settled."

Shen Long agreed and put away the Law Disk.

He entered the Myriad Beasts Tower and found Shen Xin.

"Take this Change Immortal Pill, alter your appearance, and go to Green Tea Building to meet Jin Qianqian. This porcelain bottle contains a single drop of Golden Spirit Immortal Milk. Exchange it for a first-rank immortal flame. You may contact me at any time."

Shen Long instructed, handing Shen Xin a golden pill and a golden porcelain bottle.

"Master, is Jin Qianqian’s background that powerful?"

Shen Xin asked, swallowing the Change Immortal Pill.

His body radiated a soft glow, transforming his features.

"Rumor has it that she’s supported by a Golden Immortal. Since this involves Golden Spirit Immortal Milk, proceed cautiously. I want to gauge her with it. If an exchange isn’t possible, let it go. Be careful."

Shen Long reminded him.

"Understood."

Shen Xin readily agreed.

Shen Long led Shen Xin out of the Myriad Beasts Tower and escorted him from Qingpeng Pavilion.

At Green Tea Building, in an elegant private room.

Jin Qianqian sat beside a green jade table, a pot of Spiritual Tea placed atop it.

Soon, there was a knock at the door.

"Come in!"

Jin Qianqian said, flicking her sleeve to open the door. A golden-robed youth with ordinary features entered. Judging by his aura, he was only in the True Immortal Early Stage—Shen Xin.

"I am Jin Yi, a friend of Taoist Friend Qian. Are you Golden Fairy?"

Shen Xin spoke politely and shut the door behind him.

"I am Jin Qianqian. Greetings, Taoist Friend Jin. Please, have a seat."

Jin Qianqian introduced herself and gestured for Shen Xin to sit. She activated the room’s restriction to isolate external detections.

"Golden Fairy, Taoist Friend Qian said you have means to acquire rare items. Please take a look at this."

Shen Xin produced a golden porcelain bottle and handed it to Jin Qianqian.

Jin Qianqian opened the bottle cap and scanned it with her Divine Sense. Surprise flickered in her beautiful eyes.

She inhaled lightly, her smile deepening. "This is Golden Spirit Immortal Milk. Taoist Friend Jin, name your price."

"First-rank immortal flame. Only an exchange, not for sale."

Shen Xin replied.

"First-rank immortal flame?"

Jin Qianqian furrowed her delicate brows and pondered before saying, "No problem. Please wait here, Taoist Friend Jin. I’ll be right back."

"Good. I hope Golden Fairy won’t keep me waiting too long."

Shen Xin agreed, retrieving the porcelain bottle.

Jin Qianqian nodded, stood up, and left.