Chapter 552: The price is definitely outrageously high!

Lu Yuan calmly looked at the other party, gave a slight smile, "Young Master Tian, you should understand market rules."

"Every product's price is determined by supply and demand."

"My pills and fire talismans are of top quality, thus attracting the attention of many cultivators."

"But you clearly know I've always wanted to buy your pills and talismans." Tian Yunfeng's eyes flashed with a hint of helplessness.

"That's true."

Lu Yuan nodded, "But I don't want my Spirit Treasure Workshop to fall under the control of any faction or individual."

"I have always adhered to the principle of fair trade, not favoring any side."

Tian Yunfeng stared, then gave a wry smile and said, "Lu Yuan, you're really a tough nut."

"It seems I overestimated you."

Lu Yuan gave a slight smile, "Everyone has their pursuits; I only hope my Spirit Treasure Workshop can provide good resources and services for more cultivators."

Just then, a cultivator walked over, holding a bottle of pill and examining it with relish.

"This is an Immortal-grade pill!"

"The price is surely outrageously high!" he exclaimed in a low voice.

Lu Yuan walked up to him and sincerely explained, "That's true; Immortal-grade pills rarely appear on the market."

"However, my principle is fair trade."

"The price increase is due to their scarcity and exquisite craftsmanship. I will strive to keep pricing reasonable."

The cultivator nodded slightly, feeling reassured, and put down the pill in his hand to continue browsing.

Tian Yunfeng watched Lu Yuan conversing easily with other cultivators, his heart complex.

He understood that there were no interests between him and Lu Yuan, and commercially he could not change the other's decision.

Lu Yuan's strength and intelligence made him secretly feel respect for him.

He decided to report this to his family elders, to see if there were other channels to obtain these precious pills and talismans.

Facing pressure from numerous customers and factions, Lu Yuan could remain calm and impartial, and was not affected by external interference.

He had always upheld his position, never compromising for anyone. Lu Yuan gazed satisfied at the Phantasmal Pavilion on the busiest street of the Southern District, secretly glad that this decision was correct.

He chose to open the Phantasmal Pavilion here, not only to provide cultivators with precious resources and services, but more importantly to gain the favor and cooperation opportunities of the City Lord's Mansion.

The Phantasmal Pavilion's opening day immediately caused a stir.

Cultivators flocked in, making the entire street instantly bustling extraordinarily.

They showed strong interest in the rare goods Lu Yuan provided, and couldn't help but discuss animatedly.

"I've heard the Phantasmal Pavilion has many Immortal-grade pills and Strange Fire Talismans; I really wish to see them with my own eyes."

"You know, these are extremely rare treasures, hard to find elsewhere."

Lu Yuan stood behind the counter, greeting each cultivator with a smile.

He gradually shifted his attention to each person wearing black robes.

"It seems the Black Flame Sect and Youhun Sect have also sent people."

Lu Yuan was calculating in his mind.

At this moment, among the many onlookers, Black Flame Sect Sect Leader True Lord Po Tian stood silently, his gaze fixed on Lu Yuan.

As the Sect Leader of the Black Flame Sect, Lu Yuan's pill-refining and talisman-drawing ability is an important point of interest for him.

At the same time, Youhun Sect Sect Leader Hong Lietian also stood in the crowd.

He coldly stared at Lu Yuan, feeling especially displeased.

The Xiuzhen Jie has always been wary of the Youhun Sect and Black Flame Sect, and not without reason.

Just then, a red-clad figure came screaming in, charging into the open space left by the crowd's eager watching.

"Xueying! What a headache-inducing guy."

Lu Yuan silently clenched his teeth.

Xueying is the Sect Leader of the Blood Moon Sect, a hostile force that all factions guard against.

He continued to unleash demonic qi attacks, forming a vicious atmosphere in the open space.

The crowd all retreated, likewise casting their gazes toward Lu Yuan and the others.

Everyone knows that in this crisis only the strong can save them.

Just as everyone grew increasingly anxious, a golden light flashed and the Supreme Dao Ancestor appeared before everyone.

His angry shout broke the oppressive atmosphere on the field.

"Xueying, how do you intend to act so arrogantly this time, Blood Moon Sect?"

The Supreme Dao Ancestor's voice was solemn and cold, making other factions feel a hint of chill.

Xueying gave a cold snort; he does not fear the Supreme Dao Ancestor.

"Your Daoist ways are already outdated; our Blood Moon Sect is the future of the Xiuzhen Jie."

"Ridiculous!"

The Supreme Dao Ancestor glanced contemptuously at Xueying.

"Lu Yuan, stay at the Phantasmal Pavilion, no need to worry."

"These heretical lot, I will deal with them."

Lu Yuan nodded, his heart growing deeper admiration for the Supreme Dao Ancestor.

He deeply knows that although he grasps profound immortal arts, compared to the Supreme Dao Ancestor he still falls short.

Immediately after, as Hong Lietian and others panicked, the members of the Phantasmal Pavilion team—Su Liyan, Zi Xi'er, and Mo Di—also joined the battle.

Su Liyan wielded the Ice Crystal Long Whip, striking out icy cold power with each move in the field.

Zi Xi'er released her own Fobao "Cold Jade Ice Shard"; rays of cold light quickly condensed, forming a huge ice net.

Mo Di transformed into a dragon body, let out a long roar, and swallowed the surrounding flames into himself.

He and Xueying engaged in fierce combat, displaying the might and wisdom of the Dragon Clan Crown Prince.

The battlefield quickly became chaotic, as the strong engaged in fierce slaughter.

Lu Yuan relied on his Heavenly Gang Thunder Fire Sword and profound immortal arts, displaying unmatched power on the field.

The Supreme Dao Ancestor also did not fall behind; a flash of light streaked across the sky, driving back Xueying.

After witnessing this, everyone present showed expressions of surprise.

They realized that the Supreme Dao Ancestor had come this time to protect Lu Yuan and the others.

Lu Yuan felt a warm surge rise in his heart, feeling deep gratitude toward the Supreme Dao Ancestor.

Under the protection of the Supreme Dao Ancestor and his disciples, the Phantom Realm Hall successfully blocked the evil cult forces, providing cultivators with a safe and stable trading venue.

At this moment, the messenger from the City Lord's Manor hurried over, expressing to Lu Yuan the City Lord's gratitude and thanks for their supplying some rare goods to the manor.

He also said that the City Lord would surely support Lu Yuan's endeavors. Lu Yuan and Zi Cui Ling stood at a corner of the Phantom Realm Hall, facing the enemies slowly gathering.

Both could feel that intense killing intent.

Lu Yuan furrowed his brow, pondering countermeasures.

He knew that relying solely on himself and his team could no longer fully protect the Phantom Realm Hall.

The enemies grew ever stronger; relying only on the aid of experts like the Supreme Dao Ancestor was no longer enough.

Zi Cui Ling gazed into the distance, a flash of resolve crossing her eyes.

"Lu Yuan, I have an idea."

She looked toward Lu Yuan, "My family possesses a secret technique called Phantom Myriad Changes, which can place our own images within an illusion, causing enemies to see false appearances." (End of chapter)