Chapter 56 Goodbye Taiyi Zhenren The two left the East...
When the two left the East China Sea, Fu Li bought a large batch of goods from the Dragon Palace at a very low price, all of which were specialties from the sea.
How low is the price?
As soon as they got ashore, Lingzhuzi couldn't help but ask, "Did they lower the price too much?"
Fu Li smiled and said, "Don't worry, the East China Sea will definitely not suffer any loss."
Isn’t it a good deal?
No matter how many specialties you have, if you can’t find a market for them, won’t they all be wasted?
Just like the lychees she loved to eat in her previous life, when she bought them online, the price was 10 yuan per catty, but in the production area, it was 10 yuan for three catties, and she could pick and eat them while entering the orchard.
Ling Zhuzi didn't know much about business, but after hearing what she said, he thought it made sense and asked, "Where are we going now?"
Fu Li said, "Of course, I'll go back to Emei first. The Dragon Queen gave me a lot of pearls. Master, my senior sisters, and my junior sisters will definitely like them. And these specimens made of marine life will definitely be of interest to the teacher as well."
After meeting the master and teacher, let's go to Qianyuan Mountain. Taiyi Zhenren is proficient in the art of refining weapons. He will definitely like this bucket of sea gold and this jar of mother-of-pearl."
Her relationship with Lingzhuzi has become stable, and when she travels, she will certainly not forget to bring Taiyi Zhenren some local specialties with her.
Lingzhuzi didn't say anything, just nodded, but the corners of his mouth were raised high.
What he cared about was not the things, but Fu Li's feelings for him.
As luck would have it, the two returned to Mount Emei just as Zhao Gongming was emerging from retreat. Seeing Fu Li and Ling Zhuzi come to pay their respects, Zhao Gongming, overjoyed with his accomplishments, immediately gifted him one of his newly crafted time instruments.
"It's just a little thing. Take it and play with it." Zhao Gongming also handed him a piece of silk. "Here, this is the instruction manual. It tells you how to use the magic tool."
Ling Zhuzi took it with both hands and said seriously, "Thank you, Master Zhao, for the gift."
Zhao Gongming curled his lips and thought to himself: Why did my disciple find such a conservative person?
"Where are you two from?"
Fu Li smiled and said, "I was originally traveling in Shu, and just went to the East China Sea to buy some goods from the Dragon King of the East China Sea. It just so happens that Master has come out of seclusion, so he can help me see who to sell these goods to."
As she spoke, she waved her hand, and the empty quiet room was filled with all kinds of corals, pearls, mother-of-pearl, giant clams, spiritual objects, ornaments...
Zhao Gongming randomly picked a few items and looked at them, nodding with satisfaction. "Not bad, judging by their appearance, they're all good stuff. Although they're not very useful, they're really pretty and won't be a problem for them to sell."
What he cared about most was not the quality of the goods. After all, with his connections and abilities, even if his apprentice collected a bunch of junk, he would have a way to sell it.
"How much did it cost to get in?" This is what he cares about most.
When doing business, the most important thing is to buy low and sell high, and not lose money.
Fu Li smiled and said, "It's not that expensive, just some pills."
She gave a number, and Zhao Gongming was stunned. After a long while, he said, "Isn't it... that the Dragon King of the East Sea is a fool?"
Isn’t this business too good to do?
Lingzhuzi looked at her in surprise, realizing that he had underestimated her evil heart. His eyes were complicated for a moment, and he muttered in his heart: How dare you tell me that it’s not easy to rob?
"How can you say that?" Fu Li said, "Teacher, you are a master of business. Think carefully, aren't sales channels more important than the product?"
When it comes to business, Zhao Gongming is definitely a top student among top students. What he lacks is just the various business war experiences that are available in later generations.
Fu Li only mentioned it briefly, and he seemed to be lost in thought. Suddenly, he understood, stroking his chin and nodding: "You are right, I was blinded by one thing."
Fu Li smiled and said, "Teacher, please send out a batch of invitations first and invite all the Taoist friends who might be interested in these things. Ling Zhuzi and I will go to Qianyuan Mountain first. He has been away from home for many days, so we don't want to worry Taiyi Zhenren."
Zhao Gongming knew that after she came back, she must have gone to see Hua Jing Yuanjun first before coming to him, so he didn't ask any more questions and nodded and let them go.
But the two did not leave immediately. Instead, they went down the mountain to deal with the government affairs accumulated in recent days, readjusted the personnel, let Fu Yue take charge, and then rode the cloud to Qianyuan Mountain.
Qianyuan Mountain is also in Shu. The two of them walked on the cloud road very quickly, so they arrived in just an hour and a half.
At that time, Taiyi Zhenren was standing on the highest mountain peak, overlooking the sea of clouds. The white clouds and mist hanging halfway up the mountain seemed to have merged into one with his mind, changing into various forms according to his will, sometimes like a bird flying high, sometimes like a kite swooping down on a rabbit.
The rustling pine wind makes people feel intoxicated, accompanied by the cries of cranes and phoenixes, it is a paradise on earth.
Lingzhuzi brought Fuli here directly, but they both subconsciously held their breath, walked forward lightly, and did not make any noise to disturb them.
I don't know how long it took, but the white clouds and gray fog suddenly rolled up like a tornado, turned into a long rainbow and went straight into the sky, and then scattered into water droplets all over the sky, and no one knew where they were.
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In the Nine Heavens, the celestial general guarding the South Heaven Gate reported to the Jade Emperor: "Great Celestial Lord, there is no decree for rain in a certain area in the southwest of the lower world."
Upon hearing this, the Emperor of Heaven, who was meditating with his eyes closed on the cloud bed, suddenly opened his eyes and said in an extremely cold tone: "Tell me, which immortal is responsible for this?"
He has become accustomed to this kind of thing.
The general lowered his head and said hesitantly, "The source of the clouds seems to be... Qianyuan Mountain in Shu."
"Shuzhong?" The Emperor of Heaven was puzzled. It was the first time he heard of this place name.
The general said, "This place name has gradually spread among the locals and has been recognized by many people."
"Yes." The Emperor nodded and said calmly, "Since the majority agrees, that piece of land will be called 'Shuzhong'."
The original tribal settlements began to have widely recognized place names, which meant that a unified culture was gradually emerging in these places.
This is a good thing for the Emperor of Heaven who controls the three realms.
Even though he is the Emperor of Heaven, he is just an empty title.
Thinking of the clouds coming from Qianyuan Mountain, the Emperor of Heaven's expression suddenly turned cold: Those Qi-refining practitioners of the three Xuanmen sects have always regarded the laws of heaven as nothing, which is really hateful!
But before the great catastrophe of the Conferred Gods actually arrived, all he could do was endure.
The Emperor of Heaven took a deep breath, raised his hand and waved it gently: "You can withdraw. If there are any more immortals who disrupt the law, report to me immediately."
"Yes." The general responded and bowed before leaving.
After leaving the Lingxiao Palace, he couldn't help but ask Taibai Jinxing, "Xingjun, the Heavenly Court can't control those immortals, so why does the Great Celestial Venerable have to interfere in everything?"
If you ask but can't do anything about it, what's the point other than adding to your anger and breaking your heart?
Taibai Jinxing smiled and shook his head, saying earnestly, "Even if you can't control it, you still have to be aware of everything."
The Heavenly General said, "Star Lord, I don't understand."
Taibai Jinxing said, "If you understand, then it's your turn to become the Emperor of Heaven. Okay, go back and guard it. The South Heaven Gate is a key city in the Heavenly Court, and you must not slack off."
The general retreated with a bewildered look on his face.
Taibai Jinxing flicked his whisk, put it back in his arm, walked in slowly, and stood silently under the Danbi.
The Heavenly Emperor was ultimately chosen by Heaven, merely revealed through the mouth of the Dao Ancestor. Those disciples of the three religions, ignorant of the heavenly destiny, genuinely believed the Heavenly Emperor could ascend to the throne, despite having served the Dao Ancestor for only a few epochs.
They still regarded the Emperor of Heaven as a little boy beside the Taoist Ancestor, so naturally they did not feel any respect for him.
Ever since the demon race was defeated and the Emperor of Heaven ascended to the Thirty-three Heavens, he has been observing the immortals of all sizes in the lower world almost every moment.
Aside from the three saints who transcended the Three Realms, all other immortals were within the reach of the Heavenly Emperor's companion treasure, the Haotian Mirror. As long as the Heavenly Emperor wished, he could silently observe even the Daluo Jinxian.
When the calamity of the Conferred Gods begins, I am afraid that the likes and weaknesses of all immortals will be under the control of the Emperor of Heaven.
The Lord of the Three Realms will not be an empty title after all.
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After bringing rain to a drought-stricken tribe near Qianyuan Mountain, Taiyi Zhenren turned around with his hands behind his back, his gray Taoist robe fluttering in the wind.
His hair was not half loose and half tied up like the ordinary Taoists, but was tied up with a wooden hairpin like an adult man, making him look neat and solemn.
The moment he saw Lingzhuzi, Taiyi Zhenren smiled slightly, and the aura around him softened instantly. He asked in a gentle voice, "Are you back?"
The two of them then stepped forward to greet each other. Ling Zhuzi said, "We went to the East China Sea and bought some goodies from Fu Li Tao. We wanted to give them to the teacher to play with."
Taiyi Zhenren chuckled and shook his head: "My disciple, you are too honest. Since we came together, why can't we offer gifts together?"
Ling Zhuzi frowned and said, "Whoever's intention is it is their intention. Why should we pretend in front of our elders?"
Now even Fu Li couldn't help laughing and joined in.
Taiyi Zhenren showed sympathy in his eyes and said to her sincerely: "Junior apprentice, you have worked so hard!"
Fu Li cooperated and said, "It's okay, I'm used to it."
Taiyi Zhenren couldn't help but lament, "Senior Brother Zhao is really too lucky. Such a good disciple was snatched away by him."
Unlike him, when he takes in an apprentice, he is a genius and a piece of wood.
Originally, he was considered a serious person among his fellow disciples, but Lingzhuzi was even more serious and even more explosive than him.
Although the master and his disciple were there in Qianyuan Mountain, it was still deserted and not at all as lively as Mount Emei.
Taiyi Zhenren: I really want a sweet-talking disciple!
Fu Li simply took out several specimens of sea lilies, all of which belonged to the sea lily family. At first glance, they looked like flowers blooming on the seabed, or grass swaying on the seabed, but they were actually animals.
Those that are selected by the Dragon Palace to be made into specimens and ornaments all have extremely beautiful shapes.
Taiyi Zhenren held up a black and white star feather, examined it carefully and said, "This thing is perfect for the Sutra Library."
Fu Li smiled and said, "As long as Master-uncle likes it, I'm glad. Take a look at this handcrafted bonsai. It's a lantern branch crafted by a skilled mermaid using pearls and gemstones."
The lantern branch is also a luminous underwater creature and belongs to the sea lily genus. At first glance, it looks like a low woody flower, but the top of each of its branches does not bloom flowers, but bright light balls the size of a thumb.
This creature looks very eye-catching and beautiful in the dark seabed, but the most eye-catching light balls on the top are a weapon to attract prey.
Whenever there are fish or shrimps attracted by the ball of light and get a little closer, the ball of light will turn into a bloody mouth and swallow the prey in one gulp.
If they were killed, the light balls would be extinguished and their ornamental value would disappear completely.
So the Dragon King ordered the skillful mermaids to make imitation bonsai with various materials to decorate the Dragon Palace.
Taiyi Zhenren smiled with a hint of sarcasm: "Although the Dragon Clan has been in decline for many years, the Dragon Palace remains as luxurious as ever."
Fu Li then took out the seabed gold and mother-of-pearl sand and sneered, "They say the Dragon Palace is full of treasures, but in reality, most of them are useless things like this. They have nowhere to trade, so they just squander them themselves."
"Master, look, these gold sand and mother-of-pearl sand are excellent materials for refining weapons in your hands, but in the Dragon Palace, they can only be placed in glass bottles as ornaments, just for the sake of appearance."
Taiyi Zhenren was a little embarrassed: "This is too much."
Fu Li smiled and said, "I came here to ask for something, so naturally I have to show my courtesy so that you, Uncle Master, can't refuse me."
Taiyi Zhenren laughed heartily and suddenly felt that it was a match made in heaven for Fuli to become Zhao Gongming's disciple.
Such a good dancer, in his Qianyuan Mountain, is actually a hidden gem.
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