Yellow Court Daoist-Chapter 226 - 212: Obtained Purple Essence Copper! The Five Qi Smoke Shield!

Kou Xuan rarely found common ground with Nolan Xun and continued, "This young man most likely encountered a predecessor's cave dwelling or some other fortuitous opportunity. His mastery in Alchemy and Artifact Refining was probably gained in this way. A few days ago, he even produced ten Middle-level Techniques and one Refinement Level Technique."

"Staying in the Juyun Mountain Range, he must be worried about the crime of possessing a treasure, thinking of lying low for a while."

Kou Xuan had also climbed up from being a junior cultivator, and he understood this mentality very well.

He had once done the same, even keeping it a secret from his own sect.

Yet only after becoming a core disciple, and even more after Core Formation, did he realize how laughable it was.

Within a sect, which Jiedan True Man is not blessed with great destiny, constantly encountering strange opportunities? To a Jiedan True Man, the fortunes of juniors are truly nothing of interest.

Even what you think is a fail-proof concealment is as clear as a mirror to them.

He was early on a disciple of Xuanyuan Sect, and still had acted this way.

Lu Qingfeng apparently had no backing, so it's not surprising that he was even more cautious.

Kou Xuan actually quite admired it.

"So that's how it is."

"Thank you, Brother Kou, for the clarification."

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Nolan Xun clearly lost interest in the conversation.

Kou Xuan, who had been talking non-stop, realized this and stopped, smiling sheepishly.

The auction continued.

The bidders from all sides called out their prices.

Lu Qingfeng raised his bid time after time—

"Two thousand five hundred."

"Two thousand six hundred."

"Two thousand seven hundred."

…

Soon, the price soared to three thousand Spirit Stones, almost reaching Lu Qingfeng's prior estimated value.

Finally.

Whether it be the Four Sects of Giant Spirit Mountain, the three Independent Practitioners, or even the two Fifth-Order Artifact Refiners, they all gave up on the bidding in succession.

It's not that they didn't have the financial power to outbid Lu Qingfeng.

But a piece of Purple Essence Copper, two thousand seven to eight hundred Spirit Stones were still within the acceptable range.

Over three thousand was clearly too much of a loss.

Lu Qingfeng was determined to win it, and they could see that continuing to bid was clearly not cost-effective.

Moreover.

These people were different from Lu Qingfeng.

Lu Qingfeng needed the Purple Essence Copper for the Qing Yuan Sword Sect's plans, and had to obtain it within ten years, hence he was resolute. Where as the Four Sects of Giant Spirit Mountain and others, either represented a Great Sect, or were high-level Loose Cultivators, even Fifth-Order Artifact Refining Masters.

They had seen much, attended many auctions, and had long passed the stage of competing over pride.

Although Purple Essence Copper was precious, since this time they encountered such a 'straightforward youth' like Lu Qingfeng, they could simply wait for the next time.

The future of the sect is long.

The lifespan of Independent Practitioners is vast.

Fifth-Order Artifact Refining Masters have a wide network.

They valued Purple Essence Copper, but not to the extent that they absolutely had to have it like Lu Qingfeng did.

Thus, Lu Qingfeng eventually won the Purple Essence Copper with three thousand Spirit Stones.

"Big brother is impressive!"

Having secured the Purple Essence Copper, Lu Qingfeng let out a sigh of relief, Lu Qingyu was excited beside him. Lu Qingfeng's bidding and final winning of the Purple Essence Copper made Lu Qingyu feel as if she was the one bidding.

Lu Qingfeng smiled, but his mind was contemplating.

Three thousand Spirit Stones was nothing, just like he said to Zhou Yuan—

Easy comes, easy goes.

Him competing against the Four Sects of Giant Spirit Mountain, the three Independent Practitioners, and the two Fifth-Order Artifact Refiners wasn't much. With their stature, if they were to do something to Lu Qingfeng, a Foundation Establishment junior due to the auction's bidding, they would probably become a laughingstock in the Xuanyuan Realm.

But King Yan is easy to meet.

Little devils are troublesome.

"Showing off wealth this time, the Four Sects and Jiedan True Men won't mind, but those at the Foundation Establishment and Spirit Void Stage, the rabble, might view me as a fat sheep."

"If there is a chance, they would not hesitate to strike."

Wealth should not be exposed, that's the principle.

"However—"

Lu Qingfeng looked towards the island where the two Jiedan True Men of Xuanyuan Sect were, gathered the Seven Birds Feather within his sleeve, and a slight smile appeared on his face.

The appearance of the Purple Essence Copper was already at the tail end of the auction.

After securing the Purple Essence Copper, about half an hour later, this Xuanyuan Auction came to a perfect end.

The final item of the auction also pushed the auction hall to its highest climax.

...

"Fifth-Order Magical Artifact."

"Twenty-three thousand Spirit Stones."

On the return journey back from Chuyun Mountain, Lu Qingyu was still reminiscing about the bidding of that Fifth-Order Magical Artifact and its final transaction price, smacking her lips, wondering when she would be able to earn so many Spirit Stones after opening a shop in the Bull Head Mountain Market upon returning to Juyun Mountain Range.

In the game, Lu Qingfeng had come across quite a few Eighth Rank Magical Artifacts, so he remained calm.

Lu Qingyu kept talking beside him, and Lu Qingfeng found it entertaining as well.

When they returned to Chuyun Mountain, they happened to meet Zhou Yuan, Dong Liu, and Xuanjing Wanderer at the foot of the mountain.

Dong Liu came for the Magic Artifact.

Xuanjing Wanderer had entrusted Lu Qingfeng to refine a batch of Spirit Pills some days before, and now the auction was over, it was time to collect them.

"Master Lu."

Upon seeing Lu Qingfeng, Dong Liu and Xuanjing Wanderer stepped forward and greeted him with a fist salute.

"My younger sister's cultivation is limited, and we're a bit slow on our feet, Fellow Daoists have been waiting for a long time."

Lu Qingfeng cupped his hands and apologized.

Lu Qingyu, who was initially looking down, couldn't help but glance sideways at his elder brother with his hands clasped behind his back, though he remained silent.

"Master Lu, you are too courteous."

Dong Liu and Xuanjing Wanderer, having witnessed Lu Qingfeng's financial resources at the auction, were now even more respectful, harboring a deeper speculation about his background.

"Everyone, please don't stand here, let's talk inside."

Zhou Yuan came forward and said.

Consequently, the group entered Chuyun Mountain and gathered in Zhou Yuan's dwelling.

As soon as they sat down, Lu Qingfeng took out a palm-sized miniature shield and a Jade Purifying Bottle from his storage bag and handed them to Dong Liu and Xuanjing Wanderer respectively.

"Many thanks to Master Lu."

Both of them were visibly delighted and quickly expressed their gratitude.

Lu Qingfeng waved his hand and pointed to the Jade Purifying Bottle in the hands of Xuanjing Wanderer, "This bottle contains the Returning Evil Pill, two in total. If a Spirit Void Practitioner consumes one, it can stimulate the potential within the body, allowing the exhausted True Yuan to recover significantly and enhance a bit of cultivation. However, there will be some Yuan Qi damage after the pill's potency wears off, so use it with caution, Fellow Daoist."

The Returning Evil Pill.

This was a secret elixir obtained by Lu Qingfeng in the Changqing Realm, from a sect known as the Heavenly Slaughter Sect.

After analyzing it through the Derivation Technique, he obtained the Elixir Recipe and proficiently refined it.

Xuanjing Wanderer had sent some Spiritual Medicine a few days ago, expressing a wish to refine Spirit Pills that could recover True Yuan. Lu Qingfeng immediately thought of the Returning Evil Pill. With the suitable Spiritual Medicine, he refined a batch of twelve pills.

Out of these, ten were enhanced versions of the Returning Evil Pill using a strengthened recipe. Although the side effects were not eliminated, they could instantly restore the Spirit Void Practitioner's True Yuan and boost even more cultivation.

These ten pills, Lu Qingfeng kept for himself.

The other two original Returning Evil Pills were now in the hands of Xuanjing Wanderer.

"Returning Evil Pill."

"This is a life-saving Spirit Pill, congratulations to Xuanjing Daoist!"

Holding the Magic Artifact, Dong Liu was examining it, but when he heard Lu Qingfeng's introduction of the Returning Evil Pill in Xuanjing Wanderer's hands, he immediately looked up and congratulated Xuanjing Wanderer.

"Haha."

"Still, I must thank Master Lu."

Xuanjing Wanderer was also in a very good mood, even bursting into laughter.

He and Dong Liu were both Loose Cultivators. Fighting for survival was a daily occurrence in the outside world. Facing a powerful enemy with depleted True Yuan, having two Returning Evil Pills could not only save their lives but even possibly turn defeat into victory.

The value was extraordinary.

As for the minor side effects, compared to life itself, they meant almost nothing.

Seeing Xuanjing Wanderer's excitement, Lu Qingfeng smiled and then turned to look at Dong Liu.

Noticing this, Dong Liu immediately sat up straight.

Xuanjing Wanderer and Zhou Yuan also turned their attention to Dong Liu.

Lu Qingfeng's proficiency in Alchemy was undeniable, but the Magic Artifact for Dong Liu appeared to be the first Third-rank Magical Artifact that Lu Qingfeng had refined.

It was unclear what was special about it.

The group anticipated, and Lu Qingfeng pointed to the miniature shield in Dong Liu's hand, "This Magical Artifact is named the 'Five Qi Smoke Shield.' It is made with materials of the Five Elements, giving rise to Five Elements Smoke. Unlike other artifacts, the Five Qi Smoke Shield lacks brilliance and almost no trace. Even the sharpest Dharma Eyes can only faintly discern a thin wisp of smoke, virtually invisible to the eye. Ordinary hidden weapons cannot get close. The shield within the smoke can move as the heart desires, and any fierce Water, Fire, Wind, or Thunder cannot penetrate it."

"Five Qi Smoke Shield."

Zhou Yuan and Xuanjing Wanderer found it complicated and enigmatic, sensing its extreme potency, yet not understanding its secret.

Dong Liu mobilized his True Yuan, refined the first level of prohibition, and was barely able to activate the artifact.

The tiny shield in his hand spun abruptly, a thin trace of smoke appeared and disappeared sporadically, making the shield invisible. The smoke enveloped Dong Liu's palm, and Lu Qingfeng flicked his finger, releasing a Sword Qi.

The smoke slightly fluctuated, effortlessly dissipating the Sword Qi into nothingness.

"Brilliant!"

"Utterly brilliant!"

"Truly brilliant!"

Dong Liu fiddled with the Five Qi Smoke Shield, beaming with joy as he repeatedly praised it.

Just by refining one level of prohibition, he could sense the refinement and strength of this Sect's Magical Artifact.

The smoke provided protection, defending against hidden weapons and common attacks.

The artifact itself hid within the smoke, moving as intended. Against other cultivators, who might not see through it, they could assume that the smokiness shrouding Dong Liu had similar defensive power.

Truly refined.

Even more so, Dong Liu felt that this Five Qi Smoke Shield was far more powerful than ordinary Third-rank Magical Artifacts.

"Master Lu's skill in Artifact Refining is exceptional; Dong holds deep admiration!"

Dong Liu stood up, cupping his hands and bowing towards Lu Qingfeng in thanks.

With this Sect's Magical Artifact by his side, his ability to protect his life increased by at least thirty to fifty percent.

As long as it wasn't damaged, it was enough for him to use continuously. Considering the Spirit Stones and materials he had paid, exchanging them for this 'Five Qi Smoke Shield' was a truly great deal.

"Fellow Daoist Dong is too kind."

Lu Qingfeng shook his head, declining to accept undue praise.

On that day, Dong Liu was the first to commission him to refine a Third-rank Magical Artifact, and Lu Qingfeng wished to use it to build his reputation. Although there were later variances, Dong Liu's Magical Artifact had long been completed, serving as his repayment.

Xuanjing Wanderer stood by, his eyes revealing a shade of envy.

This Five Qi Smoke Shield was a Magical Artifact, far superior to the two-use Returning Evil Pill he had received.

Compared to it, the previous joy of obtaining the Returning Evil Pill felt diminished.

Upon further thought.

It was possible that Lu Qingfeng's earlier introduction of Returning Evil Pill was not devoid of this consideration.

Xuanjing Wanderer's thoughts raced as he looked at Lu Qingfeng, "Now that the Xuanyuan Auction has ended, the Gathering Immortal Square will remain lively for some time. May I ask when Master Lu plans to return?"

"No rush, no rush."

Lu Qingfeng replied with a smile, "The Gathering Immortal Square is a comfortable place; I plan to stay here a few more days."

With the ample supply of refining materials for Alchemy and Artifact Refining obtained from this trip, he could freely indulge in extensive refining.

Even the Juyun Mountain Range was not as safe as the Gathering Immortal Square.

Moreover.

Lu Qingfeng was still awaiting the arrival of an honorable person.