Chapter 309

309. Chapter 309 Fu Lu Eagle

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Protagonist:

Yu Zhangsheng

Yue Lai Inn, located in the southern part of Tian Sha City, was not far from the city gate. The entire inn was enormous, with hundreds of rooms arranged in order and spaced at considerable intervals, offering ample space.

The entire inn was divided into four layers, named Heaven, Earth, Profound, and Yellow according to rank; the higher one went, the more prominent their status became.

Besides this, the inn's layout was quite interesting—not square, but interlocked to form a huge concentric circle, with a hollow bottom serving as the grand hall, divided into dining and entertainment areas.

A group of Wanxiang Sect disciples also chose to stay at Yue Lai Inn.

"The Tian Sha Secret Realm will open in one week; I will notify you then. During this time, you may cultivate in peace at the inn or stroll around the city, but above all, safety first."

"By the way, I am in Room 18 Heaven Grade on the fourth floor. If anything urgent comes up, come find me."

Lu Ruikai gave a few instructions, and with the shopkeeper's help, arranged rooms for everyone before turning and leaving.

This time, Wanxiang Sect sent forty-three people in total, including Yu Zhangsheng, all elites of their generation within the sect. Yu Zhangsheng had also noticed that Linglong Sect likely sent about the same number.

Wanxiang Sect was, after all, one of the Three Gates and Six Sects of Wu Zhou. Although their rooms were not the highest Heaven Grade, they were the next tier down, Earth Grade.

Rooms of different grades naturally differed greatly in furnishings, not just in size, protection, and spiritual Qi density, but also in the services provided.

"This inn is not bad. From the outside it doesn't seem large, but inside it's a separate heaven. The owner who can run such an inn is no simple person."

Surveying the inn's layout, Yu Zhangsheng sighed slightly. He could feel that the entire inn was covered by a massive formation; if unleashed at full power, its might might rival Golden Core, or even exceed it.

"Staying one night here should be expensive, right?"

Yu Zhangsheng chuckled and muttered to himself, but thought better of it and didn't care. These expenses would naturally be reimbursed by the sect; he didn't need to worry personally.

Just as Yu Zhangsheng was observing, a sudden clamor arose at the inn's entrance. Curious, he looked closely and saw Mu Yongxian's figure, followed by a group of Linglong Sect disciples.

At the same time Yu Zhangsheng saw them, Mu Yongxian also saw Yu Zhangsheng. His gaze narrowed, he paused imperceptibly, then turned his gaze away expressionlessly and spoke with the inn shopkeeper.

Yu Zhangsheng merely glanced quietly, then stopped paying attention, shook his head, and withdrew his thoughts.

Yue Lai Inn was large, so it was normal for Linglong Sect to stay there too. Or rather, if nothing unexpected happened, many disciples of the Six Sects would likely choose this place as their temporary residence for the coming period.

Interestingly, whether intentionally or not, the Linglong Sect disciples were ultimately assigned rooms directly opposite Wanxiang Sect, on the other side of the circle, Earth Grade rooms.

But regarding this, Yu Zhangsheng only shook his head and smiled, saying nothing more.

"Tian Sha City... rarely come once. Perfect timing to stroll around; maybe I can find some things I need here."

Yu Zhangsheng pondered, gave Zhang Tianwen and Li Minghan a few instructions, then turned and left the inn, strolling casually down the main street.

The entire Tian Sha City, a mighty city spreading over hundreds of miles, had an uncountable population. Ordinary mortals existed, but only within designated areas, belonging to the Sub City.

Where Yu Zhangsheng and the others were was the Main City. The Main City was the center of Tian Sha City, where people came and went, cultivators made up ninety-nine percent, shops stood everywhere, and it was very lively.

Especially these past few days, not only did people from the Three Gates and Six Sects come and go; it could be said that within Wu Zhou, anyone who met the requirements, was willing to go, or simply came to look, were countless. So the originally spacious Tian Sha City even gave the impression of a sea of people.

Various shops also smelled business opportunities and worked harder, with hawking voices endless. It could be said to be very lively, a rare sight.

Yu Zhangsheng moved slowly with the crowd, not in a hurry. His gaze swept over rows of shops around him, looking with interest, but his focus was on things related to spirit beasts.

After one hour, Yu Zhangsheng had explored less than a quarter of the entire Tian Sha City. Although he stopped along the way, he didn't buy anything.

"There are many good things, but none are what I particularly need." Yu Zhangsheng shook his head, sighed, looked up toward the corner of the road, and was slightly stunned.

There stood a towering giant tower, dark yellow in color. Beasts leaping and flying were carved along the tower's edges, in various forms, lifelike. Compared to the surrounding shops, it was very eye-catching. The tower had nine layers, each with formation light flashing, becoming more obvious the higher up, and a thick pressure came over.

The three words Wan Beast Tower leaped into view.

"There's a Wan Beast Tower here too..."

Yu Zhangsheng muttered. This kind of iconic attire was not unfamiliar.

Wan Beast Tower, as a famous commercial organization on the continent, its influence could be said to spread throughout the cultivation world. Within the Three Gates and Six Sects, anyone authorized had a branch tower.

And this Wan Beast Tower in Tian Sha City was undoubtedly a branch tower, though its scale was even larger. This could be seen from the cultivators guarding the gate, whose lowest cultivation base was all Foundation Establishment, enough to show the situation.

"Makes sense. Let's go in and look; maybe there's something I need inside."

Yu Zhangsheng thought for a moment, walked into Wan Beast Tower. Just as he stepped through the door, a smiling attendant immediately came over, first bowed respectfully to Yu Zhangsheng, and spoke humbly: "Guest, please come inside. May I ask what you need? Let me serve you."

Speaking, he clapped his hands, and subordinates immediately respectfully brought over spirit tea. Regardless of whether Yu Zhangsheng would actually buy anything, he smiled and handed it over.

Yu Zhangsheng nodded inwardly, admiring that Wan Beast Tower's fame as a continent-renowned merchant guild was not without reason. He glanced at the attendant's attire—a white uniform robe embroidered with ten beasts, dazzling. His cultivation base was also Foundation Establishment, so Yu Zhangsheng understood his identity.

"I'll just look around, wander here and there. I'll speak up if I need anything."

Yu Zhangsheng thought for a moment and said softly.

"Alright, then guest, feel free to look around. Just call me if you need anything."

Hearing this, the ten-beast attendant's smile did not diminish in the slightest. He nodded with a smile and did not continue following Yu Zhangsheng.

"Mm." Wan Beast Tower sold many things, but its main signboard was still spirit beasts. Within the first and second layers, the spirit beasts sold were mostly First Rank spirit beasts, which were basically useless to Yu Zhangsheng at this stage.

Therefore he did not hesitate and walked toward above the third layer. Upon reaching the third layer, he could see Second Rank spirit beasts appearing one after another, though not many. So after Yu Zhangsheng revealed his Foundation Establishment cultivation base, he reached the fourth layer without obstruction.

"Yan Shui Fish, Second Rank Third Layer..."

"Chi Foot Snake, Second Rank Fourth Layer..."

Yu Zhangsheng's gaze swept over the spirit beasts one by one. Shaking his head inwardly, he thought for a moment and came to the fifth layer.

Wan Beast Tower was divided into nine layers. The higher up, the more precious the treasures contained. However, the last two layers were usually not open to outsiders.

Within the fifth layer, all were Second Rank spirit beasts at the base. There were relatively few living ones; more were corpses or related parts.

"Second Rank Sixth Layer spirit beast Tian Gang Rong Inner Dan... three hundred thousand spirit stones..."

"Second Rank Sixth Layer spirit beast Three-Eyed Child Fish complete corpse... five hundred thousand spirit stones..."

Yu Zhangsheng frowned, looking at them one by one. Upon reaching the fifth layer, the white uniform robe of the attendant serving him changed from Ten Beasts to Hundred Beasts. Although his cultivation base was also Foundation Establishment, he was obviously much deeper than the ten-beast attendant, considered one of the main managers of a layer in Wan Beast Tower.

After noticing Yu Zhangsheng, this Hundred Beasts attendant immediately smiled and walked to Yu Zhangsheng's side, standing respectfully. Occasionally, when he saw Yu Zhangsheng's gaze fall on something, he would softly introduce it to him. Otherwise, he said nothing more.

His bearing was proper and generous, his attitude humble but not obsequious.

"Third-rank spirit beast, complete Fu Lu Eagle corpse, price, one million two hundred thousand spirit stones……"

Walking to the end of the fifth layer, finally, a complete spirit beast corpse came into view; Yu Zhangsheng paused his steps, his gaze instantly narrowed, and he became interested. This was also the only object within the entire fifth layer whose rank had reached the third rank.

The entire spirit beast corpse was enveloped in a formation, preserved very well; while shrinking its corpse, it also kept its corpse's spirit from dissipating.

A body of blue-purple feathers, sharp as blades, with arcs of electricity flickering here and there upon them; long eagle talons, sharp edges fully exposed, flashing cold light; a streamlined body, great wings spread wide—even though already dead, it still exuded a trace of pressure bit by bit, leaving one alarmed.

A third-rank spirit beast is equivalent to a Golden Core human cultivator; a third-rank spirit beast's corpse can be said to be a treasure from head to toe.

"Is this guest interested in this Fu Lu Eagle?"

Seeing Yu Zhangsheng stop, this Hundred Beasts attendant stepped forward with a smile and began introducing it to Yu Zhangsheng.

"This Fu Lu Eagle is a third-rank spirit beast. Although its bloodline talent is not outstanding among third-rank beasts, its combat power can be said to be not bad among third-rank beasts, and its temper is famously fierce."

"That is precisely why, when our people were hunting it, they originally wanted to capture it alive, but unfortunately it refused death and would not submit; helplessly, they could only take its corpse. But its value is still immeasurable."

"Whether you use it for refining pills or for materials, I'm sure it won't disappoint you, guest. If you like it, I can apply for a discount for you, a bit more preferential."

The attendant said softly, laughing hehe.

"Hmm……"

Yu Zhangsheng pondered slightly, used his divine sense to feel the state of the Fu Lu Eagle corpse for a while, and after confirming it was indeed intact and undamaged, he looked at the attendant, thought for a moment, and slowly nodded.

"Indeed not bad, but one million two hundred thousand spirit stones is indeed a bit expensive. I have a card here; take a look, can it be more preferential?"

After speaking, Yu Zhangsheng took out a black spirit card from his person and handed it to this Wan Beast Tower attendant. Upon the black spirit card was engraved the tower emblem unique to Wan Beast Tower, spirit light brilliant, revealing an air of nobility and luxury.

It was precisely the VIP card Li Minghan had given Yu Zhangsheng back then. According to Li Minghan, with this card, one could freely select items at the Wanxiang Sect's Wan Beast Tower branch, and at other branches, it still had a preferential effect.

The Hundred Beasts-attired steward was stunned; after subconsciously receiving the spirit card, he looked closely, his gaze instantly narrowed, he looked up at Yu Zhangsheng, a few traces of cherishing color appeared on his face, and he was even more respectful, slightly bending his waist as he said:

"So it is our Wan Beast Tower's VIP. Please wait a moment; I will go verify your identity. Please wait patiently, honored guest."

"Alright." Yu Zhangsheng nodded.

Not long after, in a short while, this Hundred Beasts steward returned again, but this time, beside him he brought another person, also wearing Wan Beast Tower robes; however, the number of spirit beasts embroidered upon them had changed from one hundred to one thousand.

Thousand Beasts robes—these could only be worn by high-level personnel such as supervisors or deputy tower masters. Yet seeing this person trot over, upon seeing Yu Zhangsheng, a smile naturally appeared on his face; he respectfully and humbly handed the spirit card to Yu Zhangsheng and said humbly:

"I am Chen Yang, supervisor of Tian Sha Cheng's Wan Beast Tower. I did not know a distinguished guest was arriving, so I failed to welcome you from afar. Hehe."

Yu Zhangsheng felt embarrassed, looking at Chen Yang, secretly alarmed in his heart. Middle-aged in appearance, the cultivation base emanating from his entire body had already reached Golden Core. Such an expert bowing and scraping to a nameless nobody like himself could only mean his mindset and breadth were indeed open.

Thus he waved his hand; Yu Zhangsheng, respectful, clasped his fists toward him and smiled, saying: "Distinguished guest is too much of a title, senior need not be so polite. The spirit card was given by a friend; I just happened to remember it today, so I asked."

"Very well," Chen Yang glanced at Yu Zhangsheng, understanding clearly in his heart, the smile on his face becoming even more sincere and gentle. "Since that is so, Little Friend Zhangsheng wants this Fu Lu Eagle, right?"

Within the spirit card naturally contained some basic information about Yu Zhangsheng; Chen Yang being able to know was also normal.

"Mm-hmm." Yu Zhangsheng nodded, looking expectantly at Chen Yang. Chen Yang pondered slightly, thought for a moment, and said sincerely: "Little Friend's VIP card is exclusive to our Wan Beast Tower's Wanxiang Sect branch. Elsewhere, according to regulations, there is always a free quota of one million spirit stones."

"However, if Little Friend Zhangsheng needs it, this Fu Lu Eagle—one million two hundred thousand spirit stones; I'll let you take it all away for one million spirit stones. How about that?"

After speaking, Chen Yang gestured to the steward beside him; the latter immediately understood, took out a special storage bag, and in front of Yu Zhangsheng, packed up the Fu Lu Shadow. (Chapter End)