With Ao Jiuni leading the conversation, the group chatted quite harmoniously. The small unpleasantness from earlier naturally dissipated.

The Celestial Fool also arrived, and since he had met Ao Jiuni before, it was naturally a chance to catch up, adding more warmth to the atmosphere.

Ao Jiuni spoke with a few others before his gaze shifted to Ling Ji and Ice Soul. He curiously asked, "These two friends seem extraordinary, may I know how to address them?"

This question was a bit tricky to answer, as Chen Jiu Feng and Chen Royal Court both looked towards the Celestial Fool. Only the Celestial Fool was familiar with Gao Xuan, so he was best suited to answer this question.

The Celestial Fool had prepared for this. Upon reaching Celestial Dragon Island, Gao Xuan's question could no longer be ignored.

He said, "These two are disciples of Celestial Master Gao."

Ao Jiuni smiled slightly, "Celestial Master Gao? Are you referring to the Gao Xuan, the Celestial Master who single-handedly destroyed the North Sea Dragon Court?"

Upon hearing this, Chen Royal Court and others turned pale. Although they had anticipated encountering this issue, being confronted by Ao Jiuni made them uneasy.

The Celestial Fool wanted to explain, because that incident was initiated by the North Sea Dragon Race. However, this matter was beyond explanation. After all, the North Sea Dragon Court had been annihilated.

Right or wrong, it held little significance.

The Celestial Fool nodded, "That's exactly the Celestial Master Gao."

Ao Jiuni nodded, "I've heard of this great name in the Eastern Province, and I've truly admired him. However, where is Celestial Master Gao now?"

Upon hearing this, everyone felt even more uneasy, indeed, the moment had arrived!

The Celestial Fool smiled wryly, "The Celestial Master is in seclusion, and it's not appropriate for us to disturb him."

He paused and said, "When the Celestial Master emerges, I will surely report this matter to him. At that time, if the Ninth Prince is available, he may come to pay his respects."

Upon hearing such words from the Celestial Fool, Ao Jiuni was slightly taken aback. Though he was the Ninth Prince of the East Sea Dragon Court, and an illegitimate child, he held significant power there.

He could be humble and polite, but that didn't mean others could belittle him. A simple Celestial Master of the Human Race, worthy of him paying respects!

Nevertheless, Ao Jiuni was highly composed, although he was displeased, his expression grew even more cordial.

"Ah, I see. That's fine, when the Celestial Master is available, please kindly inform me so I may visit him."

While speaking, Ao Jiuni glanced at Ling Ji and Ice Soul again.

This pair of elegant maidens was evidently already Nine-Revolutions Human Immortals! That was quite remarkable.

Ao Jiuni had investigated thoroughly, knowing Ling Ji and Ice Soul were merely Gao Xuan's maids, transformed into spiritual beings through Sword Intent by Gao Xuan.

In this realm, where Spiritual Qi was abundant, transforming life using a bit of Ling Ji was not difficult. However, elevating a spiritual being to the Human Immortal Realm, what a Divine Technique that was!

Even for a lavish place like the Dragon Court, achieving this was impossible.

Although Ao Jiuni naturally possessed Great Divine Techniques, he understood the difficulty of cultivation. Just looking at Ling Ji and Ice Soul, he held Gao Xuan in higher regard.

During the conversation, the Nine-Sail Cloud Boat had arrived above a mountain peak.

Looking down from the sky, the mountain was merely several hundred feet high, covered with green pines, and had small streams of mountain springs flowing down, converging into a small river at the foot.

Among the green pines were various pavilions and towers. These wooden structures were classically elegant and seamlessly merged with Ling Mountain's green pines and clear springs.

Wisps of cyan clouds, like ribbons, hovered and drifted among the forest, adding to the mountain's tranquil atmosphere.

The Nine-Sail Cloud Boat landed in a spacious area at the foot of the mountain, perfectly accommodating the vessel.

Seeing that Gao Xuan was still absent, Ao Jiuni lost interest in staying longer. Once the Nine-Sail Cloud Boat was anchored, he took to the wind with his companions and left.

He left behind a charming maid to assist the group with their arrangements.

Everyone chose their rooms, leaving the best courtyard at the mountain's summit for Gao Xuan.

Once settled, the charming maid conversed with the Celestial Fool and others, "On the first and fifteenth day every month, a market is set up on the western side of the island. You may freely trade there. Being honored guests, all transactions are tax-free..."

The Celestial Fool and others nodded in appreciation. Having traveled this far, trading was certainly in their interest.

These matters might not hold much importance for Human Immortals, as items of significant value are rarely obtained through ordinary transactions.

However, for a Sect, such main business is crucial.

The Eastern Province is vast and abundant, offering many precious resources. The Northern Province also has unique resources, enough to fetch good prices.

The Celestial Fool and others convened to discuss, aware that this was a major event, especially having clashed with the Dragon Race. Despite Ao Jiuni's pleasant words, they couldn't afford to be careless.

"Trading at the market is vital, yet we ought to have guidance to avoid mishaps."

The Celestial Fool suggested, "Among the four of us, only two need to preside each time. Not only the Dragon Race, but we must also be vigilant of other cultivators. Here, the dragon and snake mingle, and slight carelessness leads to pitfalls."

Celestial Dragon Island hosts numerous merchants of various kinds. The Dragon Race merely maintains order. As for specifics of trading on both sides, or whether deceit occurs, they do not intervene.

Three thousand years ago, the Celestial Fool encountered pitfalls on Celestial Dragon Island. He harbors considerable resentment towards it.

"I think the Ninth Prince possesses extraordinary tact and wouldn't trouble us with these trifles."

Chen Jiu Feng held a very favorable impression of Ao Jiuni, believing he wouldn't resort to underhanded tactics.

Chen Royal Court agreed, "The Ninth Prince indeed has great charm, and I think this matter is negotiable. There's no need for the Celestial Master to become adversaries with them."

Looking at the two, the Celestial Fool coolly retorted, "Matters concerning the Celestial Master are not ours to comment upon."