The Lord of Void and Real

Chapter 273: Chapter 271: Qualifications

“This is known as Netherworld Bamboo, a special spiritual bamboo from the Ghost World. I, Shen Luo, happened to come across it unintentionally.” Shen Luo flipped the Netherworld Bamboo in his hand and then tucked it into his bosom, not concealing any information.

“I was able to acquire the complete Shadowless Jade this time, all thanks to Friend Shen. I’m indebted and have no words to express my gratitude. If ever you need this item in the future, feel free to mention it.” Xie Yuxin paused for a moment, then spoke out.

“I appreciate your offer, Elder Brother Xie.” Shen Luo rejoiced inwardly. The power of the Shadowless Jade was indeed amazing, and he was sure it would come in handy in the future.

“By the way, may I know what Friend Shen wishes to purchase from the Ghost Market? Maybe I can be of some help.” Xie Yuxin asked immediately.

“The opportunity to visit the Ghost Market is hard to come by. I have come to purchase Elixirs that could aid in my advancement to the Grain Avoidance Stage.” Shen Luo did not hide his intent either.

“Although the Ghost Market is rich in resources, Breaking-realm Pills for the Grain Avoidance Stage Cultivators are truly an exception. Probably only the Impermanence Pavilion here has them.” Xie Yuxin contemplated before speaking.

“Do you also know about the Impermanence Pavilion?” Upon hearing her words, Shen Luo raised his brow in surprise.

“Impermanence Pavilion is quite famous. Anyone with even a slight understanding of the Ghost Market would know it.” Xie Yuxin said with a light smile.

Shen Luo uttered an acknowledgment.

“If Friend Shen has not made the purchase yet, I am aware of some details about Impermanence Pavilion and would be willing to accompany you there. It can be my small way of repaying your assistance earlier.” Xie Yuxin added.

“If Elder Brother Xie is willing to accompany me, I would be extremely grateful. Won’t it cause a delay to your business, though? From what I know, the Ghost Market won’t be operational for much longer.” Shen Luo was delighted at first but then expressed hesitantly.

“No issues, I’ve already finished my tasks, and moreover, I was also keen on visiting the Impermanence Pavilion.” Xie Yuxin glanced towards the distant Impermanence Pavilion and spoke.

“In that case, let’s head there together.” Seeing this, Shen Luo no longer refused.

The two of them first visited a general store where Xie Yuxin sold the two talismans at a low price and exchanged them for fifteen pieces of Immortal Jade, which she handed over to Shen Luo.

Shen Luo originally wanted to reclaim the nine Immortal Jades that he had lent to Xie Yuxin, but with her persistent insistence on him accepting the fifteen Immortal Jades, he had no choice but to accept them after failing to decline her offer.

Soon after, they arrived at the entrance of the Impermanence Pavilion, and with the crowd, they entered it.

As they stepped into the Big Gate, a vast circular hall that was several dozen meters across, the floor covered in white square jade slabs, appeared before them. It looked extremely exquisite and luxurious.

Large ring-shaped shops were set up around the Giant Hall, forming a complete circle.

The shops were filled with shelves, displaying all kinds of Spiritual Materials, including Spirit Grass, various minerals, and even Demon Pellets of Monsters. Whether it was the quantity or the quality, they were noticeably superior to those of the shops outside.

The shops were bustling with customers, and from time to time, sounds of joy could be heard, probably from someone who had come across a treasure they had been longing for.

“Impermanence Pavilion consists of four layers with each layer selling different items. The first layer sells Spiritual Materials, the second layer sells Talismans, Talismanic Instruments, and magical instruments. It is the third layer where you’ll find the Elixirs. We can go directly to the third layer.” As Xie Yuxin was explaining, she proceeded to the staircase on one side of the Giant Hall, leading to the upper layers.

“What does the fourth layer sell then?” Shen Luo inquired out of curiosity.

“The fourth layer is not a place for selling items but a venue for Impermanence Pavilion to host some auctions and exchange meetings. I am not sure if there will be any events today. True treasures can’t be found in these shops here. Instead, they appear in these meetings.” Xie Yuxin’s tone filled with waves of excitement, seemingly looking forward to these events.

In his recent dialogues with Manager Ma, Shen Luo had also heard about these auctions and exchange meetings between cultivators, and was quite interested in them.

“Really? Just now, someone at a roadside stall had quite a big slip-up. I wonder who that could have been.” Shen Luo joked with Xie Yuxin.

“That’s a one in a million chance, nowhere near a sure thing.” Xie Yuxin sneered at Shen Luo, her steps light as she climbed the staircase, a stark contrast to her cold demeanor at the Bai Mansion.

Shen Luo naturally sensed Xie Yuxin’s subtle changes, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes, but he did not comment.

While the two were conversing, they quickly reached the third layer. It was much smaller than the first layer, but the shop’s layout remained the same, still a circular pattern. Inside, various Elixirs were displayed on numerous counters, an enticing array of products, much superior to the few Elixir Shops he had seen before.

Upon seeing this sight, Shen Luo felt a surge of confidence about Impermanence Pavilion and was about to walk inside; however, he was held back by a tug on his sleeve by Xie Yuxin.

“Look over there, there indeed seems to be an event scheduled at the fourth layer today!” Xie Yuxin gestured towards the staircase leading to the fourth layer.

Shen Luo turned to look, at the entrance of the fourth layer, there was a pitch-black wooden door, which was wide open at the moment. Two black-armored ghost creatures stood on each side, their voices faintly audible.

Black aura wreathed these two black-armored ghost creatures, emanating two heavy streams of pressure. By their looks, they seemed to possess cultivation levels at least on par with the Grain Avoidance Stage.

Shen Luo sighed inwardly. In the sprawling Jianye City, cultivators of the Grain Avoidance Stage were rare and revered figures. However, here in the Ghost Market, they were a common sight.

With his sigh, Shen Luo’s determination to reach this realm solidified even more.

“Does Elder Brother Xie wish to go up and have a look?” Shen Luo took a deep breath inwardly; his gaze had already regained its calmness when he turned to look at the eagerly enthusiastic Xie Yuxin and asked.

“Naturally, I would like to. It’s just that not anyone can access the fourth layer. You need specific qualifications, and we outsiders certainly don’t stand a chance.” Xie Yuxin sighed softly.

Just at that moment, the sound of footsteps echoed from below, and a figure appeared.

Shen Luo and Xie Yuxin both tensed as a man appeared – a dark-skinned youth who had very similar facial features to ordinary people. However, the aura emitting from his body was undoubtedly that of a ghost creature.

The dark-skinned youth was extremely tall, about one and a half times the height of Shen Luo, standing there like a small giant. Shen Luo and Xie Yuxin, who were standing several meters away, felt as though they were looking up at him.

The dark-skinned youth also noticed the gazes of Shen Luo and Xie Yuxin and glanced towards them.

Suddenly, everything in front of Shen Luo turned dark, his mind was thrown into chaos, and his breathing became labored.

Xie Yuxin on the side also seemed a bit unnatural.

Fortunately, the dark-skinned youth just glanced at them and quickly looked away, immediately relieving the pressure on their souls.

“A cultivator at the Soul Condensation Stage!” Shen Luo was shocked internally.

Based on his understanding of the Soul Condensation Stage from his time in Dreamland, only a cultivator who had advanced to the Soul Condensation Stage, had undergone a transformation of the soul, and had enhanced their spiritual power to a certain level could create that pressure he had experienced earlier.

The dark-skinned youth didn’t enter the third layer’s shop and instead walked straight towards the staircase leading to the fourth layer. He pulled out a small white token from his pocket and waved it in front of the two black-armored ghost creatures.

“That… that is…” Shen Luo’s heart pounded, and a look of astonishment appeared on his face.