Immortal Venerable of the Beast Race
Chapter 1152 - 1056 Dao Pill Master’s Circle (Requesting Monthly Tickets)

Chapter 1152: 1056 Dao Pill Master’s Circle (Requesting Monthly Tickets)

"I am Qian Long, greetings to Daoist Elder."

Shen Long clasped his fists and said.

"Many thanks to Taoist Friend Qian for stepping in to assist, otherwise he would have escaped."

The Azure Crane Immortal Sovereign expressed his gratitude.

"It was merely a small effort, Daoist Elder is being too polite. By the way, where is Xuanqing Observatory located in the Green Lotus Immortal Domain? I’ve never heard of it before."

Shen Long asked curiously.

"Xuanqing Observatory is not in the Green Lotus Immortal Domain; it’s in the Violet Sky Immortal Domain. Taoist Friend Qian is welcome to visit Violet Sky Immortal Domain anytime. Here are ten stalks of immortal elixir as a token of goodwill."

The Azure Crane Immortal Sovereign shook his sleeves, and a green storage bracelet shot forth, flying toward Shen Long.

Shen Long caught the storage bracelet and swept it with his divine sense, a trace of surprise flashing across his eyes.

Each of the ten stalks of immortal elixir was over three million years old—such generosity from a Golden Immortality Early Stage cultivator!

"Thank you, Daoist Elder."

Shen Long expressed his gratitude and accepted the storage bracelet.

"Taoist Friend Qian, the technique you just displayed was the Soul Subduing Roar, correct? I recall it being a unique divine skill of the Taiyi Yuan Soul Method. I once saw someone auctioning off the Taiyi Yuan Soul Method at a major auction hosted by the Tianbao Immortal Alliance."

The Azure Crane Immortal Sovereign remarked.

Shen Long nodded, "Indeed, but he turned out to possess a middle-grade immortal artifact capable of withstanding divine soul attacks."

"Without such treasures, I would have subdued him long ago."

The Azure Crane Immortal Sovereign’s face brimmed with pride; from his words, it seemed he too mastered high-rank divine soul techniques.

"I have some matters to attend to, so I must take my leave, Taoist Friend Qian. Until we meet again."

The Azure Crane Immortal Sovereign gestured with one hand, and the green pagoda rapidly shrank before disappearing into his sleeve.

His azure crane beneath him flapped its wings lightly and flew back the way they came, soon vanishing from sight.

"Violet Sky Immortal Domain! Xuanqing Observatory!"

Shen Long’s face showed a contemplative expression.

As far as he knew, the Violet Sky Immortal Domain was part of the Great Immortal Domain. The Azure Crane Immortal Sovereign recognized Shen Long’s cultivation of the Taiyi Yuan Soul Method yet refrained from inquiring about the technique’s manual.

From the Azure Crane Immortal Sovereign’s words and demeanor, Shen Long sensed that Xuanqing Observatory was a formidable force.

He chose not to dwell on it further and continued on his journey.

Three days later, Shen Long arrived at the Azure Dragon marketplace.

As the auction approached, many immortals flocked to Azure Dragon marketplace, boosting its bustling prosperity.

Shen Long visited several major storefronts, purchasing some immortal elixirs over three million years old.

Time passed bit by bit, and as night fell, the marketplace was brightly lit.

Shen Long strolled through the Green Stone Plaza, where stalls were set up, but found nothing of worth.

He selected an empty spot, laid out a coarse cloth on the ground, and placed dozens of jade boxes of different colors on his stall.

A green wooden sign was displayed on the stall, bearing ten characters: "Dao Pills exchanged for materials of equal value."

Shen Long sat cross-legged, quietly waiting.

"Using Dao Pills for exchange? Am I seeing this correctly?"

"Impossible! Are all these Dao Pills?"

"Am I mistaken? This many Dao Pills?"

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Shen Long’s small stall quickly drew attention, and a large number of immortals gathered around.

Without unnecessary words, Shen Long opened a few jade boxes to reveal the Dao Pills inside.

He brought out first-grade Dao Pills for exchange; most contained the Five Elements Law.

Among Dao Pills, those imbued with Supreme Laws were the most valuable, but Shen Long had yet to master the refinement of such pills.

"Senior, could I exchange this mineral with you? I cannot identify its origin."

"Senior, would you be willing to trade for these materials?"

"This item can even withstand attacks from low-grade immortal artifacts; I have never been able to determine its origin. Would Senior take an interest in it?"

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Several True Immortal cultivators offered items to Shen Long, all hoping to obtain a first-grade Dao Pill.

After examining a few pieces, Shen Long’s face showed disappointment. Were these people lacking sharp judgment, or did they believe him ignorant of high-value treasures?

"Save your mundane items—don’t assume I can’t recognize their worth,"

Shen Long’s tone turned icy, and an imposing spirit pressure shot into the sky.

The nearby True Immortal cultivators involuntarily stepped back, no longer daring to casually present items.

"Senior, would ten stalks of three-million-year-old immortal elixir suffice for one Dao Pill containing the Sound Law?"

A willowy girl in a green dress said as she privately transmitted her voice, offering Shen Long a green storage bracelet.

Shen Long accepted the storage bracelet, swept it with his divine sense, nodded, and picked up a golden jade box containing a pill. The pill’s surface bore an intricate dao pattern.

"Thank you, Senior, thank you, Senior, thank you, Senior."

The green-clad girl repeatedly expressed her gratitude, carefully packing away the golden pill before quickly leaving.

The gathering of cultivators grew larger, but no one dared to casually present items to Shen Long.

A commotion stirred in the crowd, clearing a path as a voluptuous woman in a red dress approached.

"This humble one is Nangong Yunyao. How may I address Taoist Friend?"

The red-dressed woman greeted with a respectful bow.

An unknown Dao Pill master appearing in Azure Dragon marketplace quickly caught the attention of the Nangong Family’s Golden Immortal cultivators.

"I go by Qian,"

Shen Long replied calmly.

He understood that the True Immortal cultivators had few valuable items, and their actions were meant to test the waters.

Only by doing so could he attract the Nangong Family’s Golden Immortal cultivators and meet other Dao Pill masters.

"So it is Taoist Friend Qian. Would Taoist Friend be willing to relocate for a more detailed conversation? Several other Dao Pill masters will be present as well."

Nangong Yunyao courteously invited.

"Alright. I’ll trouble you then."

After a moment’s pause, Shen Long agreed and began packing away the Dao Pills on his stall.

"It’s no trouble at all; Taoist Friend Qian is far too polite. Please follow me."

With a warm tone, Nangong Yunyao led Shen Long away from Green Stone Plaza.

Half an hour later, they arrived at the entrance of Azure Dragon Garden, guarded by two True Immortal cultivators.

Under Nangong Yunyao’s guidance, Shen Long entered Azure Dragon Garden, reaching a quiet green-tiled courtyard where a green stone pavilion stood.

Two men and two women sat inside the pavilion; the highest cultivation belonged to a voluptuous woman in a red dress.

"I am Qian Long; greetings to the four Taoist Friends."

Shen Long clasped his fists and greeted.

"This humble one is Nangong Yiwang. Taoist Friend Qian, are you merely passing through the Glazed Sea Domain?"

The red-dressed woman asked politely.

"Indeed. Is there an issue?"

Shen Long asked casually.

"No issue at all. We’ve long hoped to connect with new Dao Pill masters. I am Ning Hong of the Tianyue Sect; greetings to Taoist Friend."

A tall, slender elderly man in a green robe spoke warmly.

"I am Bai Xu of the Flying Snow Clan."

A burly young man in a white garment introduced himself.

"I am Wang Yuan of Qingxu Temple."

A graceful woman in a golden dress stated her name.

"Taoist Friend Qian, please take a seat and sample our Nangong Family’s unique Immortal Tea."

Nangong Yiwang invited Shen Long to sit, picked up a teacup, and poured him a cup of fragrant Immortal Tea.

The golden tea emitted a pleasant aroma, revitalizing Shen Long as he smelled it.

He took a sip and found it mildly sweet; soon, a faint divine sense surged into his sea of consciousness.

"Not bad, though the divine sense enhancement is minimal."

Shen Long remarked.

These words surprised Nangong Yiwang and the others.

Without further ado, Shen Long retrieved an exquisite green tea can and said, "Madam Nangong, this is Jade Lake Dragonwell Tea. Please brew a pot for everyone to try."

While traveling the Ancient Cloud Continent, Shen Long had acquired some Jade Lake Dragonwell Tea leaves at a subterranean auction using Golden Spirit Immortal Milk. Inside the Myriad Beasts Tower, there also stood a Jade Lake Dragonwell Tea Tree, whose leaves had yet to be harvested.

"Jade Lake Dragonwell Tea! Is it the second-tier Immortal Tea with the power to enhance the divine soul?"

Wang Yuan curiously inquired.

"Precisely!"

Shen Long nodded.

Nangong Yiwang smiled subtly and dismissed Nangong Yunyao.

She brought out an elegant tea set and used the Jade Lake Dragonwell Tea leaves to prepare a pot of tea.