Chapter 236: A Myriad of Treasures, Dazzling to the Eyes

236. Chapter 236: A Myriad of Treasures, Dazzling to the Eyes

Xiao Zhangqing marveled at the flourishing prosperity of the Qingxu World within the Cultivation World, where magical artifacts had evolved to such an "intelligent" level.

In the Da Yu Cultivation World, no shop or sect possessed such magical artifacts.

He quickly focused his mind, began to browse the many treasures with full concentration, calculating which ones he should exchange.

Nearly fifteen thousand contribution points were already no small amount.

In the San Yang Sect, the outermost Qi Refining Realm disciples, after many years, mostly accumulated contribution values of only a few hundred. Inner‑door elite disciples, such as Hu Li and Zhou Tong, also generally had under two thousand points.

Thus, the former occupant of Xiao Zhangqing's body had amassed so many contribution points mainly because his Core Formation period lasted long enough—nearly a hundred years. Since his Golden Core was of low quality, his cultivation progressed little, leaving no particularly valuable treasures to exchange, so the points kept accumulating, intended for use at a crucial moment.

That turned out to be a bargain for Xiao Zhangqing.

However, even with over ten thousand contribution points, the exchangeable treasures were still limited to the Third‑Tier level.

"Third‑Tier Meteoric Iron, Third‑Tier Spirit Wood… and even Third‑Tier Longevity Pill? For most elderly Core Formation cultivators, these are indeed essential treasures."

"The Condensing True Pill is even exchangeable? No wonder it's Qingxu World, Nascent Soul sects; in the Da Yu Cultivation World, even the Seven‑Star Sword Sect and Xingyue Palace could not openly allow exchange of such a strategic item."

"But the price is indeed steep—eleven thousand contribution points. An early Core Formation Real would have to labor for decades just to barely afford a single Condensing True Pill; for a Foundation Establishment cultivator, earning enough points on one's own to exchange for it is virtually impossible."

Xiao Zhangqing felt a surge of emotion.

The Qingxu World's immortal path is prosperous and resources abundant, yet even Foundation Establishment cultivators find it hard to obtain a Condensing True Pill.

"The Third‑Tier premium Soul‑Transformation Magic Treasure 'Break Delusion Ring' is decent, costing only nine thousand contribution points. With this artifact, the next encounter with Madam Minghe River would require less fear of her Soul‑Transformation techniques."

"This pseudo Fourth‑Tier Spirit Treasure 'Regret Dragon Spear' is the most expensive item you, Elder Fang, can exchange—thirteen thousand contribution points. When originally forged, it was intended to become a Fourth‑Tier Spirit Treasure, but a mishap left it at the Third‑Tier level. Nevertheless, its power far exceeds ordinary Third‑Tier premium Magic Treasures, with astonishing offensive force… Elder Fang, now that your cultivation has risen to Nascent Soul Middle Stage, if you exchange this treasure and nurture it properly, the spear will later unleash like a dragon, and even ordinary late‑stage Core Formation Realmen will have to steer clear of its edge."

"If you prefer not to exchange a Magic Treasure and instead boost your own foundation and potential, this 'Gold Marrow Pill' can accelerate your cultivation speed for the next three years, saving roughly ten years of arduous practice, and slightly improve your Golden Core quality. However, this Pill requires fifteen thousand contribution points; Elder Fang, you still lack three hundred points and must complete a few more tasks."

The Grand Elder was fully aware of every treasure in the Hall of Merit and proactively recommended them to Xiao Zhangqing.

But Xiao Zhangqing was naturally uninterested in most of these treasures.

For example, the pseudo Fourth‑Tier Spirit Treasure 'Regret Dragon Spear' was forged by a Nascent Soul True Lord, but after a brief period of use it was set aside, remaining about ninety‑nine percent new.

Even without a system, Xiao Zhangqing knew without testing that such a Magic Treasure would be hard to extract any useful skill from.

As for a Pill like the Gold Marrow Pill, it was essentially worthless to him.

His true self is a Heavenly Dao Core Formation, a level above a Perfect Flawless Golden Core; such a Pill originally has only a weak effect on Golden Core quality, and even if it works at all, it only benefits plain or mottled Golden Cores.

After scanning the selection, Xiao Zhangqing's eye fell on a Magic Treasure called the 'Mountain River Banner.'

It was a Spirit Treasure that made a Nascent Soul Middle Stage True Lord from the Qingxu World, a thousand years ago, famous.

The treasure combines offensive, entrapment, and defensive functions; anyone weaker who falls into the Mountain River Banner cannot even escape with a Nascent Soul!

However, with the downfall of that Nascent Soul Middle Stage True Lord, the Banner's core was damaged, dropping it to the Third‑Tier level, now only capable of trapping a Core Formation Perfection cultivator, its mystic power greatly reduced. Consequently, the exchange now requires twelve thousand merit points.

"For formation‑banner type Magic Treasures, most of the power comes from the treasure itself; I'm not sure whether the system can extract the Banner's mystic essence,"

"Nevertheless, that Nascent Soul Middle Stage True Lord used this treasure for a long time; even if the system cannot restore the Banner's full power, extracting the ability that such a lord excels at would still be worthwhile…"

After weighing his options, Xiao Zhangqing ultimately chose not to exchange the 'Mountain River Banner' immediately.

"Grand Elder, could you lift the permission so I may see what other more precious treasures exist? Though my contribution points are insufficient now, having a goal is still good," Xiao Zhangqing pleaded.

"Very well."

The Grand Elder thought briefly, then agreed, listing the Hall of Merit's most elite treasured items.

The Core Formation Elder was already a senior in the San Yang Sect, and Fang Yuan had risked his life for the sect, so the trust level was sufficient.

Even in his view, many treasures Fang Yuan spent a lifetime pursuing would never be exchangeable once the Core Formation limit arrives.

"Some treasures are unknown to the outside world. Elder Fang, after seeing them, do not disclose the information…"

The Grand Elder instructed.

Xiao Zhangqing quickly nodded in understanding.

Soon, when a new cluster of light appeared, Xiao Zhangqing's eyes widened instantly, showing a look of yearning.

This round contained few treasures, only twenty‑six items.

But among them were over a dozen that Xiao Zhangqing coveted greatly.

If taken back to the Da Yu Cultivation World, they would surely greatly boost his true self's strength.

"Fourth‑Tier Spirit Treasure Tiger Soul Blade, forged with Fourth‑Tier beast essence blood, once nurtured for years by a True Lord whose combat power rivaled a late‑stage Nascent Soul great cultivator; exchange requires seventy thousand contribution points,"

"Heavenly Phoenix Tail Feather, sourced from a top‑tier Fourth‑Tier ferocious beast Tian Feng; exchange requires fifty‑eight thousand contribution points,"

"Sun‑Shooting Bow, a replica of a divine artifact, Fourth‑Tier Lower‑Grade Spirit Treasure, with certain growth potential; exchange requires fifty thousand contribution points,"

"Seven‑Spike Arrow, possessing a certain karmic attack property, cannot be exchanged…"

"Three‑Flame Whip, left by the San Yang Sect ancestor, a top‑tier Fourth‑Tier Spirit Treasure, cannot be exchanged…"

Seeing these dazzling treasures, Xiao Zhangqing's Adam's apple twitched as he swallowed.

The tiny San Yang Sect actually possessed so many treasures? Not to mention plundering the nine great sacred lands, taking a few of the Hall of Merit's top items from San Yang Sect would make this celestial journey completely worthwhile! (End of Chapter)