Invincible Divine Doctor of the Beautiful Lady-Chapter 741 - 715: Demon Core

The two didn’t go straight back but headed towards the trading market instead, as Liang Youshan put it, to broaden Tangyu’s horizons.

To call it a trading market was actually to describe what appeared to be a super-sized shopping mall. The place was indeed bustling, every bit as lively as the dining area. People were constantly coming and going. The entire mall was divided into six floors, further sectioned into various areas. Each floor spanned tens of thousands of square meters, quite vast.

Liang Youshan said, "The first and second floors are the common areas, the third and fourth floors are the mid-range areas, and the fifth and sixth floors are the high-end areas. The high-end areas have a membership system; we can’t get in there. We can also just take a look at the mid-range area, because the items there are not something we can afford. It’s this common area that’s better for us, there are more goods here. There’s nothing you can’t find, only what you can’t imagine. Heh, as long as you have the capital, you can buy almost anything here."

Tangyu also curiously looked around. In the open space around him, there were a few people setting up stalls, displaying items that looked rather antique. The surrounding shops were brimming with a dazzling array of goods.

"Hehe, gentlemen, looking for anything in particular? I have nothing but the good stuff here. Look at this piece of jade; this is a piece of Spirit Jade containing the power of Spiritual Immortal Power. You can take it away for just two hundred Tempering Spirit Pills. Look at this Bronze Sword; this is a Treasured Sword from the pre-Qin era that has endured thousands of years without a trace of rust, unfathomably sharp, able to cut through iron like mud. This is an Emperor’s Sword that has already developed a hint of Spiritual Power. With proper care, it’s not impossible for it to evolve into a Spiritual Artifact."

"Brothers, come take a look at my wares instead. Each and every one of my items is of exquisite quality, treasures that I’ve managed to acquire with great difficulty. Today is a blowout sale, selling at a loss to attract customers!"

Shouts and calls came from every direction, giving Tangyu the impression of being in a bustling market, the vendors at these small stalls all quite enthusiastic. The myriad colorful items were also a feast for the eyes for Tangyu. There were weapons like treasured swords, daggers, and more, each appearing powerful and imposing. Although they were just ordinary weapons used by mundane people, they were functional enough. Unfortunately, these had to be purchased with Tempering Spirit Pills, and vendors were not keen on taking cash. Many items could be bought with just a single Tempering Spirit Pill.

Besides antiques and weapons, there were also so-called Spiritual Objects and Technique Secret Manuals. There didn’t seem to be much else.

After making a round, Tangyu felt slightly disappointed, "That’s it? Where’s the eye-opening experience I was promised? Although there are many items here that are novel and bizarre, they aren’t very practical."

Liang Youshan chuckled, flashing a smile, "Don’t be hasty. The really good stuff obviously isn’t easy to find on these street stalls. Of course, sometimes you can encounter treasures. Even some Inner Sect Disciples will come here to sell items. Naturally, even if we come across such treasures, they are beyond what we can afford. The real treasures are all on the fifth and sixth floors, in the high-end area. Unless you are a member, or you can produce at least ten thousand Tempering Spirit Pills, you won’t be able to get in there. That kind of place is out of the question for us."

"But hey, we can certainly take a stroll through the mid-range area, where there are also some fine items. Heh, don’t be in a hurry, let’s keep looking. Soon, we’ll head up to the mid-range area to have a look."

Tangyu nodded, thinking that indeed, it was natural not to see the best goods here.

Suddenly, Tangyu’s gaze shifted, and he looked over to one area where a crowd had gathered, as if something exciting was happening. Liang Youshan noticed as well and showed a grin, "Haha, it looks like we’re in luck today. A crowd means there must be something good. Let’s hurry over there and take a look."

The two quickly squeezed their way through and managed to get a clear view amidst the crowd.

A handsome man held in his hand an egg-sized, bizarre gemstone-like object that radiated a kaleidoscope of colors with a flowing aura, very mystical indeed. The coldly handsome man had a sword strapped to his back and wore a simple, homespun hemp robe, his long hair suggesting an ancient figure. Had this not been the setting, one might have mistaken it for a TV shoot. The attire lent him quite the air of a cultivator.

The powerful aura emanating from him let everyone know that this man was very strong.

"Eh, who is this? How come I don’t recognize him? Yet he seems so powerful. Normally, he should be well-known in the Outer Sect, but why haven’t I heard of him? Could it be, he’s an Inner Sect Disciple? What’s he holding in his hand? Eh, what—That’s a Demon Core, my goodness, it’s actually a Demon Core!" Liang Youshan also immediately exclaimed.

Tangyu’s brows furrowed slightly. Demon Core? Could it be that demons really exist in this world?

Liang Youshan swallowed hard and excitedly said to Tangyu, "It’s a Demon Core, I’ve actually seen a live Demon Core. Haha, impressive. To obtain a Demon Core, he must be an Inner Sect Disciple, but that doesn’t seem right either. If he really were an Inner Sect Disciple, he wouldn’t need to come here to sell the Demon Core. Tsk tsk, a Demon Core is definitely a treasure. Even if sold to the Sect, it would fetch a good price, right?"

"Do demons really exist in this world?" Tangyu couldn’t help but ask.

Liang Youshan nodded and said, "Yes, of course there are, and plenty of them. However, our Ancient Martial World has an agreement with the Yao Race that we won’t interfere with each other’s secular affairs. If any of the Yao Race enters the secular world, then we Ancient Martial Cultivators will certainly take action to slay the demons and eradicate the evil. So in the secular world, the Yao Race is considered a legend, just as they are unaware of the existence of Ancient Martial Artists, which is a very normal thing. Even the weakest Yao who can form a Demon Core possesses the strength of the Earthly Realm."

"Tsk tsk, even a Demon Core from a Yao of the Earthly Realm is a rare and unusual treasure with many uses. Of course, it’s not much use to us. We can only look at it and envy it."

Only then did Tangyu realize that there truly were members of the Yao Race in this world.

The crowd suddenly parted, and three gracefully comported men walked in. Seeing these three, everyone showed respect and caution, willingly making way for them.

All three of them had a regal bearing, magnanimous and exceptional, exuding a sense of supreme natural leaders, dragons among men, akin to young kings. The aloof demeanor radiating from them made others feel somewhat ashamed, as if they were out of reach to the mere observer.

One could tell that these three must be incredibly powerful and held high status within the Outer Sect.

Liang Youshan quietly clicked his tongue in approval and whispered in Tangyu’s ear, "Those three are the ’Jade Tree Gentlemen’, quite the influential figures in the Outer Sect, and definitely at the top echelon in terms of strength. Moreover, they’re members of the Myriad Saints Hall. To speak of the Outer Sect, they’re nearly untouchable, and few dare to provoke them. In the hierarchy of the Outer Sect of the Myriad Saints Hall, their words carry significant weight. It seems now that they’re determined to get that Demon Core."

"Oh, Yu Lin Feng, the three of you sure got here quickly." A resonant voice came over, followed by a tall and handsome man striding forward, surrounded by a cluster of disciples.

Yu Lin Feng, the leader of the Three Gentlemen of Jade Tree, looked over nonchalantly and said with a light smile, "Luo Chao, aren’t you here quite early too?"

"Haha, if I didn’t come quickly, wouldn’t all the good stuff be snatched away by you? I can’t let you have it all to yourself," Luo Chao laughed heartily.

Tangyu’s gaze sized up the two groups of people, having now basically understood the situation within the inner sect.

Yu Lin Feng and Luo Chao were both prominent figures of the outer sect, each possessing strength at the ninth layer of the Innate Realm, just one step away from the Earthly Realm. They also happened to be the lively figures of this outer sect competition, perhaps seizing the opportunity to advance and become inner sect disciples. Such individuals could change the situation with their influence in the outer sect, as if they could command the wind and rain.

With just a single command from them, there seemed to be nothing they couldn’t do.

This—was the embodiment of power.

Luo Chao, a member of the Shocking King Hall, was in no way inferior to Yu Lin Feng in terms of strength or status.

Yu Lin Feng said, "Let’s cut the small talk then, I’ll take this demon core for ten thousand Tempering Spirit Pills."

—Hisss—

To start with ten thousand Tempering Spirit Pills was a grand gesture indeed. Even Tangyu couldn’t help but take in a sharp breath. My goodness, he had only received a hundred Tempering Spirit Pills when he entered the outer sect, and had already used them all up for cultivation. He didn’t even have one Tempering Spirit Pill to his name now, so ten thousand was simply an astronomical figure to him. And yet, someone else had casually offered ten thousand Tempering Spirit Pills.

This was a grand gesture indeed, and Tangyu felt a bit provoked.

"Haha Yu Lin Feng, when did you become so stingy? You can afford to offer ten thousand Tempering Spirit Pills, but that’s not your style. Demon cores are hard to come by, and since I’m here today, it’s obviously not to simply watch the excitement. If we’re making bids, then I’ll say fifteen thousand Tempering Spirit Pills. Let’s see if you have enough to compete with me for it, haha," Luo Chao said with a hearty laugh.

Watching the two of them chat and laugh so freely, everyone was greatly provoked.

Tangyu’s heart also hardened—damn it, when would he ever possess such boldness?

Strength, oh strength, he must quickly enhance his own strength, for without it, he couldn’t even get by in the outer sect.

The determination in Tangyu’s heart grew even more firm and intense; his blood was burning, boiling with passion.

Mere outer sect—how could it bind his steps?

If he wanted to do well, to win respect from others, to be glorious, then it all came down to strength.

The sole purpose of Tangyu’s arrival in Myriad Saints Valley was to improve his own strength. But everything proved to be extremely difficult, with no one to help and relying solely on himself, the path was tough, yet Tangyu was undaunted by the greatest hardships.

"One day, I will stand at a height where all can only look up," Tangyu’s heart was filled with unwavering conviction.

A sharp gleam flashed through Yu Lin Feng’s eyes, but his face still maintained an elegant smile as he said, "I was merely throwing a brick to attract jade. Twenty thousand Tempering Spirit Pills, and if the price goes any higher, you can have it."

Luo Chao stretched his mouth into a grin: "Haha, twenty thousand, Yu Lin Feng, you’re really willing to pay that much. Alright, since you’re so generous, I’ll let you have it. To me, if I can buy it, I’ll buy it; if not, I won’t be the one to overpay," Luo Chao said.

Eventually, Yu Lin Feng bought the demon core for the price of twenty thousand Tempering Spirit Pills from the cool and handsome man.

After taking the twenty thousand Tempering Spirit Pills, the aloof man left immediately; from beginning to end, he hadn’t said a single word, the epitome of a cold and mysterious person.