Chapter 645: 645. Chapter 643: Trade and Investigation

645. Chapter 643: Trade and Investigation

The stall owner told him, "Only five hundred spirit stones or ten Foundation Establishment pills are needed to exchange for it."

Lu Yuan felt a bit embarrassed, after all, Foundation Establishment pills were not surplus for him, and spirit stones were not readily available.

But he was drawn to this stone tablet, and after weighing it in his mind for a moment, he decided to try to obtain it.

"Can I exchange two hundred spirit stones plus a few stalks of rare spiritual herbs for it?" Lu Yuan probed.

The stall owner immediately frowned, seeming dissatisfied with Lu Yuan's request.

Su Liyan couldn't help but interject, "Sir Stall Owner, I've known this Sect Master Lu for a long time; he has never owed anyone."

After hearing Su Liyan's words, the stall owner finally relaxed his brow.

"Alright, two hundred spirit stones plus three stalks of rare spiritual herbs." the stall owner compromised.

Lu Yuan smiled faintly, knowing he had gained the upper hand in the trade.

After completing the transaction, Lu Yuan carried the relic stone tablet away from the stall.

He felt excited and satisfied: it was a successful trade, obtaining a precious item with fewer resources.

Just as Lu Yuan was about to leave, he suddenly felt someone watching him.

He turned his head and saw a figure slowly approaching.

"Sect Master Lu, young hero, may I ask where you obtained this relic stone tablet?" the person said, his face gloomy and solemn.

Zi Xi'er had already alertly stepped in front of Lu Yuan, lightly drawing the sword hanging at her waist.

Su Liyan stared at the person, warily saying, "We obtained it according to the trade rules; what's the problem?"

The man smiled slightly and introduced himself, "I am a trusted secret envoy of the Heavenly Wind City Lord's Manor, here specifically to investigate the origin of the relic stone tablet."

"Are you willing to cooperate with the investigation?"

Lu Yuan did not fear this envoy; instead, he felt a hint of challenge and excitement.

He smiled faintly and said, "If so, please, Envoy Sir, follow us."

Zi Xi'er and Su Liyan exchanged a glance, then followed behind Lu Yuan.

The three of them and the envoy entered a quiet and secluded corner.

At that moment, the sky gradually darkened, as if hinting at an impending change.

"Sect Master Lu, please hand over the relic stone tablet in your hand." The envoy's voice carried a hint of arrogance.

Lu Yuan withdrew his amused smile and calmly said, "This relic stone tablet is not something to be lightly given away; if you want to take it, you must rely on strength."

Zi Xi'er and Su Liyan immediately stood beside Lu Yuan, tacitly releasing a powerful aura.

Seeing the trio's reaction, the envoy flashed a hint of surprise on his face.

He had not expected these seemingly ordinary cultivators to possess such formidable strength.

The envoy showed an embarrassed expression upon hearing that: "I am merely carrying out the city lord's orders; I have no authority to decide."

This sudden event made Lu Yuan develop more speculation and vigilance toward Mo Di.

He decided to stay highly vigilant against this Dragon Clan prince, lest any oversight arise in the future.

Lu Yuan turned his head and saw Wu Qing Yun hurrying toward him, her face showing some anxiety.

"Sect Master Lu, come quickly and look!"

"Young Master Jiang Li Yun over there announced he will conduct a precious item exchange!"

Wu Qing Yun pointed at the crowd in the market center and shouted.

Following her gesture, Lu Yuan saw Young Master Jiang Li Yun standing before a stall, holding a piece of jade emitting strong immortal aura.

People around stopped to watch, curiosity arising.

Hmph!

"Such things are only qualified to be owned by the elites of each clan; using them for exchange is indeed superior."

Young Master Jiang Li Yun said mockingly.

Young Master Jiang Li Yun wore a smug smile, believing his carried jade could attract the favor of other cultivation clans.

After a moment of thought, Lu Yuan approached Young Master Jiang Li Yun and also produced the relic stone tablet.

"Young Master Jiang, would you be willing to exchange the jade in your hand for my relic stone tablet?"

Lu Yuan asked lightly.

Young Master Jiang Li Yun turned his body, his gaze landing on the relic stone tablet in Lu Yuan's hand, and he froze for a moment.

"What is this?"

"A relic stone tablet?"

Young Master Jiang Li Yun's eyes flashed with a hint of surprise.

"Exactly, this is an extremely precious cave-heaven treasure, possessing endless marvelous effects."

"If you're interested, we can proceed with an exchange."

Lu Yuan's voice was calm and firm.

Young Master Jiang Li Yun's eyes flickered slightly as he fell into thought.

After all, he was confident his jade would not lose to anyone, yet he could not easily pass up this opportunity.

Under the expectant gazes of the crowd, Young Master Jiang Li Yun finally nodded.

"Good! Let's proceed with the exchange!"

With Young Master Jiang Li Yun's agreement, the two quickly completed the exchange.

As the relic stone tablet and the jade changed hands, both emitted strong immortal aura and spiritual power fluctuations.

Wu Qing Yun watched the scene before her, her eyes full of astonishment and admiration.

She knew Sect Master Lu was renowned for his shrewd decisiveness within and beyond Heavenly Wind City, and he had not disappointed her.

Just as the transaction was completed, Zi Xi'er and Su Liyan also gathered beside Lu Yuan, escorted by Mo Di.

"Sect Master Lu, I just saw you and Young Master Jiang Li Yun complete a transaction."

Zi Xi'er slightly raised her eyebrows and said.

Lu Yuan nodded and explained to them: "This is an opportunity; the precious jade that Young Master Jiang carries has no practical value for us, but the relic stone tablet is important for our cultivation."

"Therefore, I decided to proceed with the exchange."

Su Liyan laughed and said: "Sect Master Lu truly has discerning eyes; in this transaction you gained greater benefits."

Mo Di stood quietly at the side, watching everyone's interaction.

He felt that his judgment of Lu Yuan was becoming increasingly accurate; this person was certainly no ordinary individual.

After everyone conducted a simple celebration, Lu Yuan turned again to look at the envoy.

"Now that the transaction is complete, please explain to us the investigation you mentioned."

The envoy nodded and began to explain to the four: "The situation is as follows: recently, thefts related to cave-heaven treasures have occurred frequently, and we suspect someone is selling counterfeit goods in the city."

"Therefore, the envoy from the manor has come to investigate."

"The relic stone tablet in your hands has caught my attention."

Upon hearing this, everyone gained some insight.

Lu Yuan smiled slightly and said: "If so, we will of course fully cooperate with Envoy Sir in the investigation."

As his words fell, the envoy also felt that things were proceeding smoothly.

I never expected that this investigation would also receive the cooperation of this group of cultivators.

Beside them, the female cultivator Wu Qingyun gazed at the scene before her, her eyes full of astonishment and admiration. (End of chapter)