When the senior sister left contentedly with the old hen after hearing the gossip, Zhou Qing finally had time to check his personal panel.

[Name: Zhou Qing] 𝗳𝚛𝗲𝕖𝚠𝚎𝚋𝗻𝗼𝕧𝗲𝐥.𝚌𝚘𝐦

[Age: Forty-five]

[Cultivation: Divinity Transformation Realm Perfection]

[Heart Method: Yin Yang Skills]

[Talent Skills: Daily Reflection]

[Random Sticker] (Friendship Sticker)

[Heart Mirror Vision—LV5 (188/500)]

[Lowering Presence—LV6 (1/100)]

[Skill Fragment: 0/3 (Unavailable)]

"Time flies..." Zhou Qing lightly stroked his face, sighing with emotion.

Forty-five years have passed in the blink of an eye, yet this youthful and handsome appearance remains as fresh as ever.

"My cultivation advances too quickly, even time can't keep up with my pace." He chuckled to himself.

With a lifespan of two thousand years in the Divinity Transformation Realm, many people struggle their whole lives to reach this state, but he has reached the pinnacle at such an age.

Sometimes, it's rather something to be proud of.

When his gaze fell on [Heart Mirror Vision], Zhou Qing pondered: "Three slots left, this time I must choose wisely."

The previous bound targets were either far away in the Eastern Domain or already deceased (Sima Demoness, Master Xuanji, Yan Sen).

In the Imperial City, the bound ones are only White Crane and Sikong Yan, but it's hard to gain many points from these two.

After all, in a strange place, knowing what others truly think of you can be life-saving at critical moments.

In the coming days, Zhou Qing devoted himself wholeheartedly to comprehending the sixth Phoenix Dao Pattern.

Though without the help of the Enlightenment Ancient Tea Tree, the increased insight from the Four Flowers Gathering at the Crown was equally astonishing.

Under the moonlight, a silver halo flowed around him, resembling an immortal descending to the mortal realm.

"Is this the silver flower boost from Four Flowers Gathering at the Crown?" Not far away, Luo Lingling cradled the old hen, her eyes full of envy.

But she soon broke into a smile, gently stroking the chicken feathers, saying, "This time your master is here, at least it's not unmanned driving. Come, let sister dress you up!"

...

Time elapsed swiftly, and two months passed in an instant.

The Flying Ship finally arrived in the territory of Yaoguang Mansion under the jurisdiction of Tianqiong County.

The nine mansions of Tianqiong County are all named after stars: Ziwei, Yuheng, Tianji...

And this outermost Yaoguang Mansion, its vastness even surpassing Lingyun Mansion, is equally as prosperous.

"You've been managing the Flying Ship for half a year now, you must be tired? Let's take a break here for a few days."

Luo Lingling dragged Zhou Qing into the city, "The path of cultivation is long. We don't have any urgent matters, so why rush all the time? We should stop and enjoy the scenery along the way."

Zhou Qing laughed wryly.

This wasn't about worrying over his fatigue; it was clear that the senior sister herself felt bored.

The two entered the center of Yaoguang Mansion, becoming a pair of mysterious figures in black robes and masks.

"For the first time leaving Longyuan County, we must explore this unfamiliar place well!" Luo Lingling said excitedly, looking around.

Suddenly, she turned around and said, "Mr. Ji, remember to carry the bag and pay!"

Zhou Qing spread his hands and smiled, "Buy as much as you want, I hardly have any money."

"Liar! You feed top-grade Spirit Stones to the old hen!"

"That was the last of my stockpile, used up while breaking through to Great Perfection."

"Sigh..." Luo Lingling pouted, "Looks like I have to use Old Niu's private stash."

In the following days, Zhou Qing truly witnessed the terrifying shopping prowess of women.

The usually cautious and steady second senior sister now seemed like a different person, darting between shops like the wind.

Her serious bargaining style with shopkeepers made Zhou Qing suddenly realize that the second senior sister had such a cute side.

After a full three days, Zhou Qing's legs were sore, and even the hen on his shoulder drooped its head.

"Senior sister, isn't it about time?" Zhou Qing proposed softly while rubbing his knees.

Luo Lingling had just stored away twenty thousand sheets of advanced talisman paper, and upon hearing, turned around with her index finger raised: "First, I need to correct two mistakes of yours."

She had a stern face, but couldn't hide the joy in her eyes, "First, don't reveal my gender when we're outside, call me Old Niu or Dali."

"Second, wasn't I just bored? These talisman papers are enough for me to draw some low-level spirit talismans. In case of danger, they can win by sheer quantity, and also serve to pass the time, right?"

Zhou Qing nodded blankly.

"That's better~" Luo Lingling satisfaction patted Zhou Qing on the shoulder, a clear laugh emanating from beneath her mask, "It's a rare chance to come out. Let's go and have a look over there—"

After saying that, Luo Lingling dashed off towards another stall.

Zhou Qing chuckled wryly, rubbing his sore calves, quietly channeling Spiritual Power to ease the discomfort in his legs.

About an hour later, Luo Lingling, who had almost shopped out of sight, urgently returned, pulling him along to run: "Hurry up! It's a great opportunity!"

"What's going on?" Zhou Qing stumbled as she dragged him.

"You'll know when we get there!"

After turning several bustling streets, a magnificent building came into view.

[Duobao Trading House] five gilded letters shimmered brilliantly in the sunlight.

The white jade steps at the entrance were inlaid with fine Spirit Stones, several times more luxurious than the Wanxiang Auction in Lingyun Mansion.

"We've gone to the wrong place!" Luo Lingling pulled him to the side, pointing to a crystal wall shimmering with purple light, "Look at this!"

Zhou Qing focused his gaze, seeing a recruitment notice emerge on the crystal wall:

[Urgently Hiring: Five Array Masters, generous remuneration, Level 2 Array Masters can choose any of the Five Elements Spirit Stones, travel with the ship to the Imperial City, responsible for Flying Ship maintenance, details to be discussed.]

"This..." Zhou Qing's eyes brightened.

Luo Lingling lowered her voice, "On the surface, the Holy Martial Dynasty has three Level 3 Array Masters, and nine Level 2 Array Masters, but Wu Tiangang and Su Lishan have already perished at Taichu Dojo..."