Divine Beast Creator-Chapter 2107 - 2108: An Astonishing Discovery

"What the heck is going on? I just modified the village’s lanterns a bit, how did they turn into soul-guiding lanterns?"

The shopkeeper still found it hard to accept this outcome. After all, despite soul-guiding lanterns being outdated in modern times, their legends were numerous, allowing him to understand what they represented.

If it truly was a soul-guiding lantern, the lantern crafts at his stall probably couldn’t be directly sold anymore.

Although Ghost Series Spirit Beasts assist one in modern times, allowing wandering spirits that accidentally linger in the real world to be sent away without needing the aid of soul-guiding lanterns, these lanterns themselves have the effect of opening Netherworld Passage. For safety reasons, such types of items are restricted from being directly sold.

At the very least, relevant registration and filing are a must.

If that’s the case, then how many people would still buy his stuff? Putting aside other matters, ordinary people buying souvenirs wouldn’t opt for something a bit eerie like this.

"Isn’t this quite normal? If you hadn’t crafted them according to Kui Mountain Town’s ancient objects, they might not have turned into soul-guiding lanterns. You should know these items aren’t easy to make."

Rolling his eyes, Feng Yuan said displeased, "You’re kidding, things evolved from Mingzun legends; if they weren’t related to the Netherworld, that would be odd."

And that’s why Feng Yuan wasn’t surprised when the shopkeeper made a soul-guiding lantern.

Seeing the shopkeeper’s dejected look, Feng Yuan quickly guessed why he was like this. After some thought, he explained the situation related to Kui Mountain Town and the Netherworld.

"So I believe you might consider taking this stuff back to the village. I think at the moment, those heading for Kui Mountain Town aren’t likely to shun these items; they might even pack your stuff, who knows."

Though the soul-guiding lantern doesn’t have much practical significance now, don’t forget the goals of those people. Although Feng Yuan isn’t aware of how many have targeted Kui Mountain Town, he knows there are quite a few.

Compared to ancient ruins that merely record data and heritage, Kui Mountain Town’s uniqueness lies in the objects left behind, which have connections with the Netherworld.

According to Long Boduo’s explanation regarding the origin of soul-guiding lanterns, Feng Yuan suspects that the true protagonists of Mingzun culture might be a bunch of lawless people, as ordinary people wouldn’t dare to stir up trouble in the Netherworld.

That’s why Feng Yuan believes those interested in the unique Mingzun culture of Kui Mountain Town wouldn’t overlook these special crafts.

No choice, compared to other ruins, Kui Mountain Town doesn’t have very prominent ancient relics. To thoroughly investigate the source of its culture and the origin of its legends, it can only be done through the traditional culture left behind by Kui Mountain Town.

After conveniently buying a miniature stone lantern ornament, Feng Yuan specially reminded the shopkeeper not to continue making these items. Even though this time there’s a high chance someone will take them over, if he continues making them, there might not be anyone buying them anymore.

After all, those used for investigation only need one. Even if Feng Yuan’s guess about packaging is correct, it’s merely those wealthy ones wanting to increase investigation difficulty for future investigators by doing this deliberately.

If he continues making these things, Feng Yuan truly doesn’t think there would be many people purchasing them, and these items aren’t just troublesome to acquire; ordinary people wouldn’t be interested in them.

Leaving the shop, Feng Yuan directly pulled Long Boduo along for a leisurely stroll, and meanwhile asked some questions.

Previously, Feng Yuan never thought the ancestors of Kui Mountain Town had strong-armed their way into the Netherworld. Now that he knows, naturally, he’s curious to inquire about those people’s information. But to Feng Yuan’s surprise, aside from apparel, many crafts themselves are involved with the Netherworld.

However, because of transformations and changes, even Long Boduo couldn’t recognize many things immediately.

"Hi, how’s it going?"

While Feng Yuan and Long Boduo were examining the crafts, Qi Chen happened to walk over, patting Feng Yuan’s back and curiously peeked at what they were looking at.

If Feng Yuan were just buying souvenirs, Qi Chen wouldn’t find it strange. After all, Feng Yuan always picks a souvenir for Xiao Ji and others whenever he travels, making his room at home nearly filled with them.

However, Qi Chen remembered Feng Yuan had no prior intent to team up with Long Boduo, and neither was Long Boduo someone particularly keen on buying souvenirs.

"Hmm, not bad, at least there are plenty of clues around; there just aren’t too many tourists."

Rubbing his chin, Feng Yuan commented, "Though the storm sparked by Kui Mountain Town has spread, those aware of the situation wouldn’t typically flock to the Kui Mountain Town venue in Maomu City to join the fun."

After all, causing trouble here is too risky, not only potentially angering the Great Xia but just Feng Yuan’s presence here is enough to deter them.

Aside from those folks, ordinary tourists aren’t highly interested in Kui Mountain Town’s venue. After all, compared to Cha Mu Town, Kui Mountain Town isn’t even as popular as Liantang Town.

No choice, Maomu City’s surroundings only have Liantang and Cha Mu that can honestly boast leading a good life thanks to local specialties. These places each have their charm, as opposed to Kui Mountain Town, which, until the Netherworld Divine Beasts caused a stir, was indistinguishable from ordinary rural towns.

Neither remarkable nor insufficient, it didn’t possess any particularly intriguing local specialties.

In this context, most visitors came merely thinking they should at least glimpse every venue.

Seeing nothing on the stalls appealing to them, they leave without hesitation.

However, this convenience aids Feng Yuan and his group, letting them progress without wading through crowds, while having ample time to leisurely inspect various crafts.

Although many of these crafts have lost substantial information due to changes and optimizations, they still hold significant value in understanding Kui Mountain Town’s traditional culture.

Just when Feng Yuan assumed that was all the matter, a stall with a souvenir left him stunned.

It was a stone stele resembling a tombstone, even though the text had changed to a blessing inscription, Feng Yuan couldn’t help but question if it was a coincidence.

"What’s wrong with this item? Is there an issue?"

Agunas inquired looking at Feng Yuan, noticing that his complexion looked grim, as if he’d witnessed something enormous.

However, in Agunas’ eyes, the souvenirs at this stall weren’t anything special except for the design; even with a blessing inscription, he thought it looked more like a tombstone at a glance.

"You have no recollection whatsoever? The design is very particular, so particular that I can only think of that place."

Amazed, Feng Yuan turned to Agunas; he hadn’t expected Agunas wouldn’t see where the problem lay.

"Design?"

Staring at the stele for a long time, Agunas swished its tail in puzzlement

"I don’t get it."

"The Stone of Records from the Land of Records, and not the primary stone, but the Auxiliary Stele."

Without holding back, Feng Yuan directly revealed the answer. Agunas paused, astonished, examining Feng Yuan, attempting to discern if he was joking, but unfortunately, Feng Yuan’s expression was serious as he picked up a miniature stele and said,

"Though this item doesn’t possess any special effects, in terms of design, it’s undoubtedly the Auxiliary Stele; look at this part, and here."

Pointing out the unique features, Feng Yuan sighed. If it were merely tied to the Netherworld, it would be fine, but discovering the Auxiliary Stele of the Land of Records here altered its implications entirely.

"The Land of Records. If I recall correctly, that place should be in the Yin World, right? How... did they access the Yin World?"

Long Boduo spoke incredulously, looking towards Feng Yuan for answers, but alas, even Feng Yuan wasn’t clear on this matter. If it were purely Netherworld-related items, it would be easier to discuss.

The Yin World...

That era, no more precisely, how did those individuals infiltrate the Yin World?

Bear in mind, even in modern times, entering the Yin World is almost an impossible task. Even Gitalien couldn’t manage that, as the only known Spirit Beasts capable of opening the Yin World Passage are Xilnais and Eclipse.

Yet now, spotting these objects unique to the Yin World in this place naturally stunned Feng Yuan.

"Perhaps... it’s just a coincidence?"

Agunas hesitantly speculated, seeing no other feasible alternative, rather trusting it to be a mere coincidence than someone having once sneaked into the Yin World.

Returning the stele to the stall, Feng Yuan shook his head and said,

"Though it’s not impossible, the odds of merely being a coincidence, you know, are slim."

"Hope it’s not a major issue."

Gazing at the miniature stele, Feng Yuan felt somewhat troubled. The sudden appearance of this item, the information it signified was somewhat alarming.