Chapter 1627: Nine Fragrances Spirit Wine

Originally, Han Li had intended to disguise himself and quietly sell off a portion of the spirit herbs and spirit medicines he possessed here, in order to gather some spirit stones.

Now, because of the commotion caused by that strange person just a moment ago, it was naturally impossible to do this under the watchful eyes of the crowd.

Therefore, after a brief moment of contemplation, he immediately abandoned this plan.

Han Li walked out of the side hall with a calm appearance and arrived at the small open space in front of the auction hall where beast-drawn carriages were parked. He then glanced toward the opposite side with a gloomy expression.

When he arrived just now, he hadn't noticed anything like a "Mellow Fragrance Pavilion," but now, upon closer inspection, there really was such a place.

This pavilion was not very large, but it was situated almost directly across from the auction hall. It was three stories high, and a plaque with bold, sweeping calligraphy hung above its main entrance.

However, Han Li noticed that, in stark contrast to the bustling activity of the nearby buildings, the entrance to this pavilion was exceptionally desolate; for a long time, he did not see anyone entering or leaving.

That strange person called Duan Wen Tianren must be in this pavilion!

Han Li pondered secretly, feeling somewhat hesitant. The auction did not seem like it would start for a while yet. And before he could figure out the true intentions of this Stone Cocoon Clan old monster who had sought him out, he was afraid he would have no heart to focus on the auction.

Suddenly, he flicked his sleeve, extended a palm from within, and looked at it with an expressionless face.

The skin was as black as ink; this was the palm into which he had fused the Meta-Magnetic Divine Mountain.

Han Li's brows furrowed.

Although Duan Wen Tianren had tried his best to conceal it just now, under the miraculous effect of his spiritual eye ability, Han Li still sensed that many of the glances the other party cast had landed on this sleeve of his.

He just didn't know if it was the palm or the entire arm that had attracted the other party's attention.

If it were the former, it should be interest in the Meta-Magnetic Divine Mountain; if it were the latter...

Han Li's heart sank slightly!

At the thought of his arm, Han Li's other hand suddenly lifted and stroked a certain spot on his arm through his sleeve.

Although he could feel nothing unusual, the long sword transformed from the Profound Heaven Treasure was indeed sealed within it.

Could it be that the other party had actually sensed the existence of this sword?

As Han Li pondered this, he became increasingly uneasy.

Although he still did not know that the human race, the Flying Spirit Tribe, and other such tribes had been successively implicated because of this Profound Heaven Treasure, and that some smaller tribes had suffered great misfortune and been blood-sacrificed because of it, he had personally experienced the power of this sword. Naturally, he knew that if one day he could truly control this treasure, it would be enough for him to roam the Spirit Realm without worry.

Therefore, although he had only used this sword once, it had naturally long since become his greatest secret, second only to the mysterious small bottle, and its importance was even greater than that of those mature Gold-Devouring Beetles.

However, the probability of this Stone Cocoon Clan elder truly seeing through that he possessed a Profound Heaven Treasure was not high; otherwise, that Qian Jizi from before should also have been seen through at a glance.

This Profound Heaven Treasure would not be detected even if it were inside his arm, provided it was not activated.

Of course, this did not rule out the possibility that the other party had cultivated some heaven-defying technique and could truly sense something.

Regardless, he was currently unable to contend with a peak Body Integration stage existence. Even if the other party hadn't injected that strand of spiritual power into his body just now, it would be impossible to escape from Cloud City, which was guarded so strictly. Whether it was a curse or a blessing, he had to go over and see first.

Han Li stood in place, his expression uncertain for a good while, before finally stamping his foot and striding toward the Mellow Fragrance Pavilion.

Fortunately, even if the other party really had designs on the Profound Heaven Treasure, there shouldn't be any immediate threat to his life.

When Han Li stepped into the entrance of the Mellow Fragrance Pavilion with some resignation, he was surprised to find a handsome Crystal Clan youth standing just inside the door.

Upon seeing Han Li enter, this alien, who was around the Core Formation stage, immediately greeted him with a smile.

"Senior Li, right? Elder Duan has been waiting in VIP Room No. 4 for a long time. Senior, please follow this junior." The youth actually said this.

"Lead the way!" Han Li swept his gaze across the first floor of the pavilion, and after a hint of surprise appeared on his face, he nodded.

The hall before him was empty, containing nothing at all; only the four walls, made of some unknown material, shimmered with a faint blue light.

The Crystal Clan youth acknowledged this and immediately walked toward a staircase on the side, with Han Li following behind him.

A moment later, Han Li was on the third floor of the pavilion and was brought before a room shrouded in faint golden light.

The Crystal Clan youth stopped, formed a seal with one hand, and then flicked his hand toward the door.

Immediately, a streak of silver light shot out from his sleeve. Following this, the youth stepped to the side and stood there respectfully.

After a long while, a voice came from inside the room:

"Since you've arrived, come in."

Han Li was startled upon hearing this voice, his expression turning uncertain.

This voice was calm and light; it was actually the voice of a woman.

But just then, the golden light in front of him parted, and the door shook and slowly opened.

Han Li pondered for a moment, then exhaled lightly and walked inside.

The door closed again, and the golden light merged back together.

"Greetings to the two seniors!" After sweeping his gaze across the room, Han Li remained quite composed as he cupped his hands in a salute.

In this room, which was over ten zhang in size and decorated in an antique style, two people were sitting face-to-face at a table.

One was Duan Wen Tianren, and the other was a beautiful Crystal Clan woman in her thirties, who also possessed the cultivation of the early Body Integration stage.

It seemed that the one who had spoken to greet Han Li just now was undoubtedly this woman.

"Fellow Daoist Li, no need for formalities. Please, sit." The woman said with a smile.

Duan Wen Tianren, meanwhile, was clutching a pink wine pot on the table, pouring fine wine into his mouth in large gulps. He merely glanced at Han Li without any intention of stopping his actions.

He did not know what kind of spirit wine was in that pot, but even Han Li, who did not drink often, could smell a mellow, rich, and exotic fragrance wafting toward him!

However, since the other party had spoken, Han Li did not stand on ceremony. After offering another salute, he sat down on another chair nearby.

At this moment, the woman's exceptionally clear eyes turned toward Han Li.

Han Li noticed that when her gaze swept over his sleeve, it paused in a way that was almost impossible to detect, before immediately moving away.

It seemed Duan Wen Tianren must have revealed something to this woman.

Han Li secretly furrowed his brows, feeling that this trouble was truly not small. The Crystal Clan were all extremely clever, and a high-level Crystal Clan member who could cultivate to the Body Integration stage was an even more monstrous existence.

Trying to muddle through in front of them was truly no easy task.

"Alright, since you've arrived, everything that needed to be said has already been told to you. How to handle the specifics from here on out depends on you, Fairy Cai. Duan is just a rough man and is too lazy to use his brain. But as for the final spoils, I must take the lion's share." Duan Wen Tianren finally drank the spirit wine in the pot in one go, then set the empty pot down and wiped his mouth with his sleeve.

"Brother Duan, why be so impatient! I have only heard what you said, Fellow Daoist; whether it is true or not still requires verification." The beautiful Crystal Clan woman said with a charming smile.

"Suit yourself, Fairy. In any case, old Duan has tested it personally; it is indeed that thing. By the way, Fairy's Nine Fragrances Wine is becoming more and more fragrant and rich. Give Brother Duan another pot." Duan Wen Tianren first said noncommittally, but then shook his wine pot, revealing a look of salivating desire.

"Brother Duan really treats my Mellow Fragrance Pavilion as a tavern. This Nine Fragrances Spirit Wine can only be brewed in ten or so jars every hundred years. You've drunk three pots in one go today. Next time you come, I can only treat you with ordinary spirit wine." The woman surnamed Cai rolled her eyes at Duan Wen Tianren, but finally, a flash of spiritual light appeared in her hand, and a jade-green wine jar appeared. She stood up and refilled Duan Wen Tianren's pot.

"Haha, that's because in all of Cloud City, only you, Fairy, know how to brew this wine. I have asked you to sell me the recipe for this wine several times. It's a pity you are too stingy with your secrets. It's strange, clearly you, Fairy, don't drink at all, yet you can brew this spirit wine known as the best in Cloud City." Duan Wen Tianren picked up the wine pot, took another fierce gulp, and then said with a grin.

"The best spirit wine in Cloud City is just the praise of some fellow daoists. And it's not that I am stingy. It is because the brewing method of this wine is related to the technique I cultivate. Even if I gave it to you, Brother, you would never be able to brew 'Nine Fragrances Spirit Wine'." The woman covered her cherry lips with her jade hand and replied with a light laugh.

Hearing this answer, Duan Wen Tianren chuckled and continued to drink heavily, no longer interjecting.

The woman, however, flipped her hand and took out a golden wine cup the size of a fist. She lifted the wine jar, filled it, and pushed it gently toward Han Li.

Immediately, the wine cup was enveloped in a ball of green light and sent over slowly.

"Fellow Daoist Li, being able to come here can be considered fate with my Mellow Fragrance Pavilion. Why not try the Nine Fragrances Spirit Wine?" The woman said with a smile after Han Li subconsciously caught the wine cup.

"Many thanks, Senior, for the wine!" Han Li expressed his thanks, but he did not drink it immediately. Instead, he lowered his gaze and peered into the golden wine cup.

The so-called "Nine Fragrances Spirit Wine" was crystalline and viscous, with a hint of pink. Against the backdrop of the golden wine cup, it looked as gorgeous as a lake of agate.

Not to mention the bursts of exotic fragrance wafting from the cup; after a light sniff, the fragrance actually changed several times in an instant. It was truly miraculous!

"My spirit wine is not only exceptionally fragrant, but drinking it can also sharpen the eyes and lighten the body. Each sip can save a month of bitter cultivation." After her clear eyes swirled, the woman said leisurely.

"This wine is so miraculous; this junior is truly fortunate." Han Li had already determined that there was no problem with the wine, so he no longer hesitated, lifted his hand, and took a sip.

It felt like a piece of ice entering his mouth, but then the ice melted and turned warm, becoming exceptionally smooth and incomparably rich.

Then, the exotic fragrance slid down his throat and into his abdomen; Han Li didn't even need to swallow it himself.

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