King of Creation
Chapter 544 - 538 Divine Sect Mission

Chapter 544: Chapter 538 Divine Sect Mission

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"What happened with the Purple Spirit Jade?" Ye Zhen was somewhat astonished upon hearing Tian Guizhang’s words. This was initially what he was most looking forward to, yet unexpectedly, it had developed problems.

Purple Spirit Jade was indeed Ye Zhen’s confidence in participating in the Spirit Returning Assembly six months later.

The Shattered Jade Scripture got stronger with each level; after Cultivation reached the Red Jade Realm, Ye Zhen could already challenge Martial Artists of the Soul Sea Realm beyond his own Spirit Transformation Realm. Ye Zhen believed that if his Shattered Jade Scripture could be cultivated to the Purple Jade Realm, then by that time, with his cultivation in the Soul Sea Realm, he could fight equally with any strong contenders from the Vein Forging Realm without any problems.

By then, relying on Ye Zhen’s assortment of secret techniques, breaking into the top three of the talent-filled Spirit Returning Assembly should not be an issue.

But now, Tian Guizhang said there was a problem with Purple Spirit Jade, how could Ye Zhen not be alarmed?

"Young Hero Ye, I had previously assured you because I knew that the Sun and Moon Divine Sect has a steady monthly supply of about two thousand pieces of Purple Spirit Jade.

Normally, with my position as Vice Sect Hierarch, directly taking one thousand pieces and paying with Spirit Crystals afterwards would usually be no problem.

However, I just received news that the main Spirit Jade vein of the family supplying the Sun and Moon Divine Sect with Purple Spirit Jade has recently depleted. This month only one thousand pieces of Purple Spirit Jade can be delivered, and after this month, the monthly supply might be drastically reduced to only five hundred pieces!

Five hundred pieces of Purple Spirit Jade aren’t even sufficient for daily consumption within the sect. Therefore, after discussions among the high-ranking officials of the Divine Sect, they decided to reduce expenditures and limit the use of Purple Spirit Jade until the supply returns to normal, to ensure the smooth transmission of messages."

Tian Guizhang paused and continued, "This month, even with my status as Vice Sect Hierarch, I can only get an additional two hundred pieces of Purple Spirit Jade! Moreover, starting from next month, until the supply recovers, the Divine Sect’s high-ranking officials will each have their monthly supply of Purple Spirit Jade reduced to fifty pieces..." Tian Guizhang rubbed his hands.

"When can the supply be restored?"

"It’s hard to say. The family supplying Purple Spirit Jade is actively searching for new veins. With a bit of luck, maybe half a year, but with bad luck, it could be one or two years!"

"At least half a year? Now, there’s no way to make it in time!" Ye Zhen frowned deeply.

Even with an adequate supply of Purple Spirit Jade, it was impossible for Ye Zhen to cultivate from the Red Jade Realm of Shattered Jade Scripture to Purple Jade Realm without two months of intense effort.

Moreover, at the earliest, it wouldn’t be before half a year.

"It might not necessarily be too late, there is another way, but it comes at a higher cost! Actually, my main reason for coming here today is to ask you something!"

"What is it?"

"We have seven days. Qinglan Martial City will host the annual Treasure Competition. Will you participate?" Tian Guizhang said.

"Treasure Competition?"

"Yes, every year, Qinglan Martial City holds such a Treasure Competition, organized by the famous Heavenly Spirit Auction House of the True Spirit Domain.

The Heavenly Spirit Auction House is one of the ten major forces of our True Spirit Domain. Although ranked behind the Sun and Moon Divine Sect, their financial strength and ability to gather treasures are something the Sun and Moon Divine Sect cannot compare with.

The treasures and marvels at their auctions are endless and very reputable.

Also, looking at the historical data, perhaps some high-quality Divine Soul Techniques will appear."

"Like last year’s auction, a Heavenly Level Middle Grade Divine Soul Technique appeared, unfortunately, it was snapped up by Stars Tower. I estimate this year, at least one Heavenly Rank Divine Soul Technique will appear, what grade it will be is uncertain."

"Moreover, this year coincides with the once-in-five-years Spirit Returning Assembly, so the Heavenly Spirit Auction House will be even more meticulous and bring out some of their treasured items to fetch high prices. There might even be some rare treasures," Tian Guizhang said.

"I’ll participate, such a good opportunity, definitely! But I’m curious, are there any rules for participating in this Treasure Competition at the Heavenly Spirit Auction House?"

The larger the auction, the higher the threshold to participate, the fewer the number of participants. Firstly, to maintain secrecy for valued clients—after all, wealth stirs the heart and there’s no lack of killings and thievery for it.

Secondly, to ensure the interests of the auction house and the smooth running of the auction. If just anyone was allowed in, shouting bids chaotically, it would be a mess.

Thus, high-standard auction events like the Treasure Competition are mostly by invitation or have a very high threshold.

"Two types of people can participate in the Treasure Competition: those who receive an invitation from the Heavenly Spirit Auction House, and those who didn’t get an invitation can exchange one hundred thousand Mid-grade Spirit Crystals for an invitation card. Of course, these one hundred thousand Mid-grade Spirit Crystals can also be used as your initial bidding amount. However, if the auction is found to be malicious, these one hundred thousand Mid-grade Spirit Crystals will be confiscated."

Ye Zhen blinked, looking at Tian Guizhang, "You can bring someone with you, right? Spirit Crystals are not a problem, but I’d rather not go as an individual bidder, it’s more troublesome."

"Yes, we’ll meet at the entrance of Heavenly Spirit Auction House in seven days. Though, like me with an invitation, bringing one more person will require an additional fifty thousand Mid-grade Spirit Crystals, so be prepared!"

As he was leaving, Tian Guizhang turned back and said, "This Treasure Competition will have many great treasures. It’s said there will be a significant number of Purple Spirit Jade available, at least one thousand pieces per set. Moreover, top forces and big tycoons from various places will be attending. If you’re interested, you might want to prepare more Spirit Crystals to make your move!"

"Purple Spirit Jade will appear?" Ye Zhen’s face suddenly showed a hint of surprise, "Don’t worry, I understand!"

Ye Zhen currently possessed a considerable fortune, especially since acquiring the wealth that Yang Zhengxi was transporting to the Longevity Sect Headquarters from the Xining Subdivision.

Ye Zhen surmised that the Longevity Sect placing his name on their life and death registry was very likely related to this reason.

However, no matter how much wealth one accumulates, if it cannot be transformed into strength, it is merely a number.

Ye Zhen had already planned in this regard, but he didn’t expect Tian Guizhang to bring him this news ahead of time.

Since the auction assembly was seven days away, Ye Zhen simply decided to focus on his cultivation. After all, there was significant room for improvement in his cultivation, with time being the only constraint.

Unfortunately, this time, Ye Zhen had only cultivated for two days when he was abruptly awakened by a series of crisp yet intensely penetrating bell sounds.

"Ringing of the Jade Bell?"

Ye Zhen’s brows slightly furrowed. He recognized the sound of the Jade Bell, which was used by the Moonlight Hall to summon its members. The bell rang thirty-six times, and if a member of the Moonlight Hall did not gather in the grand hall within thirty-six rings, they would be dealt with according to the rules of the sect.

According to what Fengh Qingyue had previously mentioned, unlike other branches of the sect, the summoning bell of the Moonlight Hall rarely rang—maybe twice a year. It was used to gather members to compete in skills to determine the grade of their monthly allowances.

However, it was still several months until the next skill comparison within the Moonlight Hall.

"Could something have happened?"

Despite his thoughts, Ye Zhen still stepped out of his residence, number 100 at the Spirit Academy, and headed towards the gathering at the Moonlight Hall.

Joining a martial force allowed one to enjoy various privileges, but it was not without constraints. A martial force like the Stars Tower had few restrictions, but its treatment was far inferior to that of the Sun and Moon Divine Sect.

Within the Stars Tower, apart from members of the Inner Affairs Hall, other martial artists, even those who were Star Suppressors, had to pay Spirit Crystals to enter the Spirit Academy for cultivation. As for Spirit Plants, Spirit Wine, and other items, they also required the purchase using Spirit Crystals.

Of course, it was a matter of choice between freedom and privileged benefits.

When Ye Zhen arrived at the grand hall of the Moonlight Hall, there were already more than a dozen martial artists present, but Ye Zhen did not see the figure of Hall Master Fengh Qingyue.

The deputy hall master, Lul Peng, was talking with a martial artist whose sleeves were adorned with the insignia of the Sun and Moon. In the Sun and Moon Divine Sect, martial artists whose sleeves bore such insignia were usually messenger officers, and most often, they were confidants of the higher-ups.

Dong!

As the last ring of the Jade Bell faded, the grand hall of the Moonlight Hall had gathered more than forty martial artists.

These were all the martial artists currently remaining in the Moonlight Hall.

The martial artists of the Moonlight Hall weren’t all stationed within the hall. Some were out for training, some were cultivating in the High Grade Spirit Institute, and others were visiting friends. Compared to other branches of the Sun and Moon Divine Sect, the members of the Moonlight Hall enjoyed quite a bit of freedom.

"Today, you’re summoned here by an order from the Main Temple!" Deputy Hall Master Lul Peng stepped forward and called out, then gestured for the messenger officer to come forward.

"Brothers, by the command of the Main Temple, I am here to call upon ten martial artists from the Moonlight Hall to proceed to the Tiger Head Mountain Mine, over eight hundred thousand li away, to guard and eradicate Demon Beasts! The mission will last two months, and upon completion, each participant will receive a supplement of one thousand Mid-grade Spirit Crystals. Who would like to go?" Messenger Enovy Zhang Deli announced loudly.

"Two months?"

Hearing this timeline, Ye Zhen immediately shook his head. Two months was far too long; firstly, he would miss the treasure auction in seven days.

Moreover, for the current Ye Zhen, two months was incredibly precious and couldn’t afford to be wasted. As for the reward of one thousand Mid-grade Spirit Crystals, it was more of a consolation than a compensation.

Even cultivating in the Mid-grade Spirit Academy, it wouldn’t take long to make up for it.

"Not going, can’t go!" Having decided, Ye Zhen naturally remained silent.

And not just Ye Zhen; all the martial artists present from the Moonlight Hall remained silent as well. No one was a fool; no one wanted to undertake a thankless task.

More importantly, under normal circumstances, the Moonlight Hall was not assigned missions by the Divine Sect.

"Hmm? No one willing to go?" Messenger Envoy Zhang Deli’s eyebrows furrowed sharply.

"Since no one volunteers, I will simply make a random selection. Those martial artists who are selected must immediately join the Divine Guards and proceed to guard the Tiger Head Mountain Mine!"

With a pointed finger, Messenger Envoy Zhang Deli began pointing rapidly.

"You, you, and you! Hmm, the first one in the second row, and you too!"

Soon, the messenger had pointed out nine people. When selecting the last person, he hesitated, his gaze searching through the crowd and even shifting his position as if looking for someone.

When his eyes landed on Ye Zhen, Messenger Envoy Zhang Deli’s eyes suddenly brightened.

"Ah, and you, the one standing in the middle wearing a blue Combat Garb!"

Today, Ye Zhen was indeed wearing a blue Combat Garb.

Ye Zhen’s brows furrowed; something didn’t seem right. (My novel, "King of Creation," will have more fresh content on the official WeChat platform, and there’s also a 100% lottery gift for everyone! Open WeChat now, click on the "+" sign at the top right corner, "Add Friends," search for the official account "qdread" and follow it, hurry up!)(To be continued. If you like this work, welcome to QiDian (qidian.com) to vote for recommendation tickets and monthly tickets, your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users please go to m.qidian.com to read.)