Arc 14: Dayan Empire | Chapter 251: Barter (1)

Arc 14: Dayan Empire | Chapter 251: Barter (1)

Translator: Lynn

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The night passed uneventfully, bringing a sense of tranquility.

Xu Ziqing awoke before dawn the next morning. After meditating through the night, his foundation remained solid, unaffected by the previous day’s exhaustion. Looking up, he saw Nan Zhengya, still clad in his black robe, standing and seemingly smiling.

Nan Zhengya said, “Thank you for last night.”

Xu Ziqing shook his head and smiled, brushing off the gratitude.

They exchanged a few words afterwards. Nan Zhengya, needing to run some errands, requested Xu Ziqing’s assistance with his escape technique.

Xu Ziqing agreed and inquired, “Did the Ghost Spirit Sect fail to track you?”

Nan Zhengya replied, “I lured them out of the city earlier. They must have pursued in a different direction, unaware that I returned.” Initially planning to rest for a few nights and then leave under cover of darkness, Nan Zhengya now intended to depart sooner with Xu Ziqing’s help.

Xu Ziqing responded, “Then let me assist you, Brother Nan Zhengya.” DiisCoover updated novels on n(o)v./e/lbin(.)com

Nan Zhengya nodded and offered his sleeve. A green light flashed, causing the vegetation in the courtyard to momentarily float. Hidden by the faint green glow, the two men quietly appeared on a secluded path across the street.

Xu Ziqing prepared to return.

Nan Zhengya remarked, “You are cautious, never asking what I intend to do.”

Xu Ziqing shook his head. “Brother Nan Zhengya’s cultivation far exceeds mine. If even you are so urgent, it’s beyond my concern. I don’t need to know.”

Nan Zhengya chuckled and surprised Xu Ziqing with his next words. “You know that after the Longhang Firm auction, there is a secret underground barter event. It’s highly confidential, known only to a select few. Participants are divided by rank, and they exchange treasures they urgently need. Many attendees possess valuable items. I’ve remained here for this reason.”

Xu Ziqing looked intrigued. “Brother Nan Zhengya, what do you propose?”

Nan Zhengya continued, “You have used your technique to help me. In return, I can take you with me. Nascent Soul cultivators have valuable items. If you see something you like, I can help you trade for it as a token of gratitude. But if you prefer not to accept any favors, you can refuse.”

Nan Zhengya, now in his green-faced form, said, “This demonic energy is just an illusion. You are a monk of the immortal path. Stay behind me and don’t act recklessly. If you get recognized, it won’t be my fault.”

Xu Ziqing naturally answered, “Yes.”

Nan Zhengya continued, “At this kind of barter event, disagreements can lead to violence. You can’t cast techniques, but you can use your demon vines to defend yourself. They are bloodthirsty, but can be controlled. Just be careful with them.”

He explained everything?, and though most of it was to prevent trouble, Xu Ziqing felt very grateful.

After the two agreed, they wasted no time.

Nan Zhengya dispelled the formation and led Xu Ziqing out.

Several people were waiting outside the alley, scrutinizing the formation. When they saw the two emerge, some seemed to harbor malicious intentions.

Nan Zhengya released a bit of his aura, instantly changing their expressions. They quickly dispersed, no longer focusing on them.

Xu Ziqing followed Nan Zhengya’s instructions, staying close and silent, so everyone’s attention remained on Nan Zhengya. As a small character in the Yuan Dynasty, Xu Ziqing went unnoticed.

Nan Zhengya, accustomed to this, walked forward confidently, his fierce appearance making him seem even more intimidating, deterring any potential troublemakers.

The two swiftly passed through the crowd, entered the hotel, and were led to an internal staircase that opened to a stone door at the end.

When the stone door opened, it was initially pitch black, then lit up, revealing a half-zhang11 zhang = 3.58 metres (11 feet 9 inches) wide corridor descending straight down.

The steward who opened the door said, “This is the passageway for the Nascent Soul Cultivators. Please enter.”

Nan Zhengya gave him a fierce look and said, “Hmph! What a trick!” Then he pulled Xu Ziqing’s sleeve and strode in.

After walking about a hundred steps, a floating key appeared in front of them.

Nan Zhengya threw out a whip to wrap around Xu Ziqing and grabbed the key with his other hand. A flash of white light enveloped them, and they disappeared.

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