Chapter 254: Chapter 129: Recruitment, Cultivating the Taiyi Golden Armor Technique, Fish Demon

Of course, Zhou Changwang wasn’t coveting the high-tier Five Elements Technique on the other person.

Now that he already had the top-tier Five Elements Technique, Pure Yang Five Elements Technique, naturally there was no need to cultivate other techniques. Even if he got it, at most it would serve as a foundation for reference, and he wouldn’t waste time cultivating it.

The reason he thought of this person was simply because he arrived at the Jade Lake, which inexplicably sparked some associations.

"Let’s go down."

At this moment, Shen Xinyue spoke up.

"Why go down?"

Someone asked curiously.

"Rent a boat for water travel.

Two days on the water can save us three days travel time and also allow us to avoid a dangerous area."

Shen Xinyue explained briefly and then led the way down the mountain.

The others had no objections, and proceeded swiftly. The group quickly descended Liangyuan Mountain and then, under Shen Xinyue’s lead, arrived at a row of docking areas.

"Pavilion Master Shen, this area can actually be considered part of my family’s industry. Leave the boat rental to me."

At this moment, Zhao Gongpeng stepped forward and said.

"Oh? Then I’ll trouble Fellow Daoist Zhao."

Shen Xinyue said in surprise, glancing at him without any refusal.

Having someone handle it not only makes boat rental cheaper but also spares many hassles.

"This is actually considered an industry.

Half a year ago, it was managed by the Wu Family, and the profits were quite high, yielding ten thousand Lower-Grade Spirit Stones a year.

However, half a year ago, the Wu Family instigated turmoil and completely withdrew from the marketplace; this piece of the industry was reluctantly let go and is now managed jointly by the Qu Family, Xu Family, and Zhao Family.

Of course, both the Chen and Bai families tried to intervene but spent the past six months fighting fiercely with each other, and couldn’t spare the effort.

Ironically, this led to no disorder arising here.

Many people don’t even know the situation within the marketplace yet."

At this moment, Gong Bai Xue approached and said.

"I see."

Zhou Changwang nodded, knowing that the Zhao Family she referred to was indeed the Zhao Family Zhao Gongpeng belonged to.

It’s said that the Zhao Family is a cultivation clan started with talisman making, and their family business includes producing talisman paper and drawing spirit talismans... Although there are many small talisman shops in Fengming Dock Marketplace, the largest and the one producing the most spirit talismans is actually the Zhao Family Talisman Shop.

And not only do they produce initial and middle-tier First-Grade spirit talismans, their main production includes high-tier First-Grade spirit talismans and even Second-Grade initial-tier spirit talismans.

These spirit talismans are often very expensive, providing substantial profits, and are life-saving items many cultivators have to pay heavily for.

For example, Ghost Eye Zhao Shanhe, if not for that Second Grade Earth Escape Talisman, would never have escaped Zhou Changwang’s hands.

As the Zhao Family developed, they naturally wouldn’t limit themselves to talisman making alone and actively participate in other industry layouts.

That’s why half a year ago, they managed to get a share in the Jade Lake industry.

Gong Bai Xue’s mention of the Qu Family made him more knowledgeable, as the Immortal Tower in Fengming Dock Marketplace is precisely a Qu Family property.

The Immortal Tower which operates various cultivation delicacies and meals naturally has a hand in the Jade Lake industry.

After all, the Jade Lake has abundant fish production and many precious spirit fish, favorites of many food enthusiasts.

Soon, Zhao Gongpeng returned, accompanied by a middle-aged cultivator with two wisps of mustache.

The middle-aged cultivator approached, cupped his hands, and said, "I am Zhao Wenqiang, the steward here, didn’t expect Pavilion Master Shen to come, sorry for not welcoming you from afar."

"Steward Zhao, you’re too kind. We’re here to rent a fishing boat to cross the lake and ask for your convenience."

Shen Xinyue also cupped her hands and said.

"No problem.

Gongpeng already told me earlier, I’ve arranged a fishing boat that can reach Celestial River Mountain within two days. Passing Celestial River Mountain leads to a plain, and if quick, you can reach Divine Wind Valley Marketplace within five or six days.

By the way, I’ve arranged the most experienced skipper, Master Ge, Ge Yuan Mountain, to steer, ensuring you can safely reach the other side.

Along the journey, you might even pass a fishing area. If you’re interested, you can fish as well, and if you catch a few White Jade Spotted Fish, earn some extra money."

Steward Zhao said with a smile.

"Thank you, Steward Zhao. About the boat rental fee..."

Shen Xinyue cupped her hands and inquired.

"The fee is waived, my nephew asked, and how could I charge?"

Steward Zhao said with a laugh.

"Whatever the cost is, let it be that. Please don’t defer, Steward Zhao."

Shen Xinyue shook her head, as she didn’t intend to owe anyone a favor over this matter.

"Generally speaking, fifty Lower-Grade Spirit Stones per person, but since Pavilion Master Shen insists on paying, we’ll calculate it as thirty Lower-Grade Spirit Stones per person."

Steward Zhao hesitated for a moment and then spoke.

Shen Xinyue nodded and directly took out some spirit stones to pay the boat rental.

Steward Zhao was very efficient.

Soon, arrangements were made for them to board a large boat twenty yards in length and three or four yards high.

The captain onboard was precisely the Master Ge, Ge Yuan Mountain mentioned earlier by Steward Zhao, possessing Sixth-Layer Qi Cultivation. Besides Master Ge, there were four or five other crew members.

"This boat, so big.

The price should be quite impressive, right?"

Qian Xiaoyue exclaimed in awe.

"Of course.

This boat, made entirely with Second-Grade Spirit Wood and Red Iron Shirt, and reinforced with a layer of Red Gold Spiritual Iron at the bottom, effectively prevents collisions from fish demons.