Most of the others were Qi Refining cultivators, and once they reached Foundation Establishment, they would usually leave in search of opportunities.

As a result, even Foundation Establishment cultivators were quite rare here.

The city was so underdeveloped that there were not even cave residence inns for traveling cultivators to rent.

Whenever cultivators passed by, they would stay temporarily at the City Lord’s residence and leave a token of thanks when departing.

Even if they did not leave anything, the city lord would not say much.

This was because Xiahou Bo spent most of his time in closed-door cultivation, and all affairs of the residence and the city were managed by a chief steward.

As for anything noteworthy about the place, there was only one.

In the coastal area outside the city, there was a type of sand that, when boiled in water and consumed regularly could improve eyesight.

Because of this, no one in White Silver City had poor vision.

People called it Spirit Sand.

However, while Spirit Sand was very effective for ordinary people, it was practically useless for cultivators.

The higher a cultivator’s level, the sharper their five senses became, so their eyesight did not need any enhancement from Spirit Sand.

As for ordinary people, they had nothing of value such as spirit stones or resources that could be traded with cultivators.

Because of that, this only specialty of the city could not be sold for any meaningful price. 𝑓𝑟ℯ𝘦𝓌𝘦𝘣𝑛𝑜𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝑐ℴ𝓂

When Xiao Shou heard this, he was no longer in a hurry to return to Snowy Cave Mountain.

Instead, he became somewhat interested in White Silver City.

Spirit Sand might be useless to others, but that did not mean it would be useless in his hands.

He wondered what he could create by fusing it.

His fox-like eyes sparkled and a faint smile appeared on his lips.

Turning to Chen Yufei, he said, "Hearing you say that, I am a bit interested in Spirit Sand. After you settle me in, help me gather some. Bring it to me tomorrow morning. These ten low-grade spirit stones will be the deposit."

"What? That is far too much. The one low-grade spirit stone you already gave me is more than enough. Spirit Sand is worthless. You can just gather it outside the city," Chen Yufei said, startled.

He hurriedly waved his hands and refused to accept the spirit stones Xiao Shou offered.

This was the first time Xiao Shou had seen someone refuse spirit stones when they were being given.

He found it interesting.

"If you do not want it, then I will take it back. You still have time to regret it."

Chen Yufei pressed his lips together stubbornly.

After glancing reluctantly at the ten low-grade spirit stones, he shook his head firmly.

"By the way, you have not cultivated. Is it because you do not have a spiritual root?"

This child had a very strong will and was not swayed by material things.

In terms of temperament, he might even surpass Xiao Shou.

If he had spiritual roots, taking him in would not be a bad idea.

After missing out on those children before, Xiao Shou who is now regaining his resolve began thinking about how to recruit... or rather, accept a disciple and bring him back to Snowy Cave Mountain.

Hearing the question, Chen Yufei showed a trace of sadness.

"I do have spiritual roots, but my aptitude is very poor. I have five-element spiritual roots, and their purity is only 0.9 percent. I have been cultivating since I was six, and after four years, I still have not been able to sense spiritual energy."

"Five element spiritual roots?"

A flash of excitement passed through Xiao Shou’s eyes.

The Ninety Nine Calamities Cycles Art was most suitable for five element spiritual roots and its power was formidable.

He absolutely could not miss such a talent.

At this moment, Xiao Shou did not yet know that not every five element spiritual root cultivator could successfully cultivate that technique.

While suppressing his eagerness, he spoke in a gentle tone, like someone coaxing a child.

"If, I mean if, someone were willing to provide you with enough resources to cultivate, on the condition that you must join their sect, remain loyal, and never betray it for your entire life, would you be willing?"

"Immortal, your question is a bit strange. As an independent cultivator who would not want to join a sect and cultivate as a disciple? And after becoming a sect disciple, being loyal is only natural. Does that even need to be a condition? Many people would be willing."

As Chen Yufei finished speaking, a trace of disappointment flickered in his eyes.

He then pretended nothing was wrong and said firmly, "However, I cannot leave White Silver City."

"Huh? Why?" Xiao Shou had just been feeling pleased, only to have cold water poured over him.

He immediately asked in surprise.

Chen Yufei blinked in confusion, not understanding why Xiao Shou seemed so anxious, but he still answered readily.

"My parents were both mortals and passed away early. There are three brothers left in my family. It was my eldest brother who raised me and my second brother. Both of them have better aptitude than me. They have dual spiritual roots, which are rare even in White Silver City, and their purity is quite good. Their cultivation progressed quickly as well."

"However, last year, while hunting sea beasts, they encountered a Tier 2 mutated sea beast. They were severely injured and poisoned by a strange toxin. Not only was their cultivation completely crippled, but the poison also drained their strength. They cannot even walk a few steps now."

"They no longer have the ability to survive on their own. Only a mid-grade antidote pill can remove the poison. So no matter how good the opportunity is, I will not leave White Silver City."

"I cannot abandon my eldest and second brothers. I need to earn spirit beads and buy a mid-grade antidote pill as soon as possible to cure them so they can start cultivating again."