The Post Sky Tipping Era
Chapter 421 - 297: A Costly Deal

Chapter 421: Chapter 297: A Costly Deal

Li Yi had not expected the Martial Arts techniques he obtained from the Four Seas and Eight Continents to be so highly coveted. So much so that other cultivators participating in the assessment were willing to pay a heavy price for an exchange, whether it was a sci-fi spaceship or a brand new cross-dimensional point, both were extremely precious.

Just as Di Zhu’an said, exchanging resources can greatly enhance a cultivator’s strength and is mutually beneficial.

And Li Yi didn’t need to do much, just needed to teach them a set of Martial Arts techniques.

It looked like a profitable deal.

"Jiang Mingtian, are you also interested in the Martial Arts techniques I have?" Li Yi then turned to look at the man he had met earlier.

Jiang Mingtian smiled and said, "That’s right, Li Yi, your Martial Arts techniques are very suitable for me. However, I can’t offer as high a price as others for an exchange. The things I can give are limited, but if you’re willing to trade with me, I can craft a Transcendent weapon for you for free. Besides that, I can also help you tame an Extraordinary Creature, making it obey you. Of course, if you manage to capture a mythical creature, I could help you tame that as well."

Simple as his words were, his stakes were certainly not small.

Customizing a Transcendent weapon and taming an Extraordinary Creature, or even a mythical creature, if used well, could be immensely advantageous for Li Yi like adding wings to a tiger.

Lin Yue, listening by the side, was almost dazzled by the offer. If agreed upon, Li Yi would instantly transform from an underdog into a wealthy man.

However, Li Yi wasn’t blinded by the huge benefits. He said, "The terms everyone has offered are very good, and honestly, I’m quite tempted. However, finalizing such a large deal in just a few words and then regretting it later wouldn’t be good. So here’s what I’ll do: I’ll prepare a copy of the Martial Arts techniques I have. Once we reach Golden Academy, if you still feel the same, you can come and trade with me, and we can discuss the details then."

"Alright, it’s a deal." The man with the purple eyes stared at Li Yi, a smile appearing at the corner of his mouth.

As long as Li Yi was not against the trade, it did not matter if it was a bit later.

"Of course."

Li Yi calmly nodded and said, "Maybe after you reach Golden Academy, you might find even better Martial Arts techniques and might not fancy what I have. It’s better to give everyone some time to think it over to avoid awkwardness."

"No problem, see you at Golden Academy then," the purple-eyed man nodded slightly and then without further delay, walked towards a nearby spaceship.

Before he even reached it, the ship recognized his identity, automatically activated, and as the doors opened, he entered. Immediately after, the spaceship soared into the sky and rapidly accelerated, turning into a streak of light and quickly vanishing with incredible speed.

"Li Yi, I’ll wait for you at Golden Academy. My terms still stand and will not change. Moreover, I believe the combination of Totem techniques and Martial Art techniques will produce some unexpected effects; this will be beneficial for both of us. If you have any ideas before entering Golden Academy, come find me in Tianshi City."

Di Zhu’an spoke seriously, then got into an off-road vehicle and drove off immediately without staying any longer.

Li Yi watched calmly as the two men left.

"Li Yi, now that they’ve both gone, could you clarify something for me? Can that kind of sword light be attached to my treasured sword?" At this moment, Jiang Mingtian leaned in and whispered.

"As Martial Arts reach a certain realm, Qi Cultivation becomes Gang Qi, and Gang Qi is not just Fist Gang but also sword light. If you’d like, it can be condensed into anything and attached to a treasured sword without a problem," Li Yi answered.

Jiang Mingtian immediately laughed, "That’s great, that’s reassuring. I don’t have many hobbies, just love practicing swordsmanship. Does your Martial Art technique include any swordsmanship? I’ve been always looking to buy techniques related to sword, but unfortunately, haven’t found any."

He shook his head, looking very disappointed, then lowered his voice and said, "If you have any Martial Art related sword techniques, or any sword skills, I can offer more money."

Then, his face hopeful, he looked at Li Yi.

Li Yi had obtained the Martial Arts heritage of four great families from the Four Seas and Eight Continents, which included everything, of course, sword techniques. He just smiled and said, "I do have swordsmanship, but those techniques need to be coupled with Martial Arts techniques to show their power. Without Martial Arts Cultivation, the effectiveness of the sword techniques will be reduced. But what will you offer in exchange?"

"I like straightforward people like you," Jiang Mingtian’s eyes brightened, and he immediately said, "Whatever Cultivation resources you lack, just tell me. I’ll help you get them, and you will not be disappointed in their value."

Li Yi glanced at Lin Yue beside him, then said, "My friend here needs a knife, preferably crafted from Transcendent metal. If you can meet this requirement, when we trade at Golden Academy, I can include a sword technique for you."

"A sword technique for a Transcendent weapon?"

Jiang Mingtian rubbed his chin thoughtfully, then gritted his teeth and said, "Alright, it’s settled. Also, we don’t need to wait ten days to go to Golden Academy. I’ll get this done in the next few days."

"If that’s the case, I can pass on the sword techniques to you in advance," Li Yi said.

"Then add my contact details, and tell me what style and size you require, and once the knife is ready, I’ll come to you for the trade," Jiang Mingtian said.

"Alright."

The two exchanged contact information.

Jiang Mingtian was very excited at this moment, he said: "Wait for my good news."

Then he did not delay any further, whistled, and the Jiao horse that had disappeared before somehow sprang out from somewhere, quickly arriving in front of him.

Jiang Mingtian mounted the horse and laughed: "Li Yi, let’s go. It’s great to meet you today. My journey on the path of swordsmanship is finally gaining some clarity, haha."

Then he galloped away.

The Jiao horse let out a sound like a dragon’s chant, leapt up, and moved agilely and swiftly through the abandoned city. Not only was it incredibly fast, but it also moved as steady as flat ground, quickly disappearing from Li Yi’s sight.

After several people left, Li Yi suddenly asked: "Sister Lin, do you think it’s right or wrong for me to trade the methods of Martial Arts?"

"If it can bring huge benefits and value, of course it’s right."

Lin Yue immediately said: "We’re not afraid the methods of Martial Arts being spread, we fear not being able to sell it at a good price. These people are willing to go all in, such trades are equal and mutually beneficial. Moreover, if the item isn’t used, it’s just dead stock. Only by utilizing it and turning it into our strength is most important. What Di Zhu’an said is right; the Sky Tipping event might happen at any time, who knows how long we can stay safe."

"The priority is to enhance ourselves and seek opportunities across boundaries. Thus, making some resource exchanges is good for everyone. Li Yi, the inheritance of Martial Arts you possess is your greatest asset, make good use of this asset to strengthen yourself."

Li Yi slightly nodded and said: "I thought the same, that’s why I want to organize a part of the Martial Arts inheritance within these ten days to use for trading."

He had made up his mind.

To exchange a part of the Martial Arts inheritance from the Four Seas and Eight Continents for ample resources to advance further.

The reason he said a part of the Martial Arts inheritance was because the highest technique Li Yi acquired from the four major families was only the Gang Refining Method. As for the path beyond, to Refining God, the four major families only had insights and directions, with no clear Cultivation methods, because everyone’s breakthrough to Refining God was unique.

Of course, the people of the four major families also suspected, the last two realms’ inheritance might have been monopolized by the ghosts, and perhaps only by slaying a ghost would one know the truth.

"Alright, then let’s immediately return to Tianchang City to start working on this matter. I just noticed that Jiang Mingtian is very interested in swordsmanship; he might come looking for you in a few days," Lin Yue said with a smile.

"A set of swordsmanship in exchange for an extraordinary weapon, this deal is worthwhile," said Li Yi. "Good, I also want to see his abilities, to prevent him from bluffing."

"However, you should first get a custom weapon for yourself, not for me," Lin Yue said.

Li Yi said: "I am accustomed to practicing boxing and have no immediate thoughts of using cold weapons, so let’s delay it a bit. After going to the Golden Academy, I’ll see the circumstances when I trade with Jiang Mingtian."

He was still deliberating what kind of cold weapon to use; before deciding, he wasn’t going to waste the opportunity to custom-make a weapon lightly. That’s why he decided to let Lin Yue try first; he also wanted to know what unique features an extraordinary cold weapon had, and if it was worth integrating it with his martial arts.

"Sister Lin, let’s go, we have a lot of things to take care of."

Subsequently, Li Yi also got into his car and started his off-road vehicle, preparing to leave.

However, just before leaving, he noticed that the woman dressed in plain clothes with a faint glow around her whole body was watching him; her fair face wore a faint smile, seemingly having been watching him for a long time.

But for some reason, the woman hadn’t come forward to interact earlier.

How odd!

Li Yi muttered in his mind, but he had a premonition that this woman and he would meet again at the Golden Academy and perhaps then some matters would come to light.

"Let’s first go to the teacher and bring that Golden Coffin," Li Yi withdrew his gaze and said.

"A ghost that cannot be killed is sealed in that Golden Coffin; are you really planning on bringing it back to Tianchang City?" Lin Yue felt creeped out just mentioning it.

Li Yi said: "Isn’t it already imprisoned? What’s there to fear? Besides, to be cautious, I had Zheng Lan build a safe house. It’s going there for double protection. Also, that Yang Jian—no, Yang Wei’s words caught my attention, so keeping that Golden Coffin might be useful in the future."

"This Golden Coffin was obtained by trading a Life Extending Pill with Professor Zhang. How pitiful it would be to leave it behind and lose it."

"Let’s also say goodbye to our teacher on the way out; after all, it’s embarrassing that this matter implicated the teacher," said Lin Yue.