Chapter 118 Bounty Routine
Zhong Cai already had a good relationship with her master, but since she wasn't speaking in front of her master, she kept her movements restrained despite her lively tone. At most, she was animated, but she didn't gesticulate wildly.
After he finished speaking, Zhong took out a mustard seed bag and handed it over with both hands.
"Master! This is for you to make clothes!"
Sang Yunchu was surprised that his little disciple would bring him a gift, so he accepted it and glanced at it with a smile using his soul sense.
“Five hundred catties of stardust?” He raised his voice slightly, clearly in a good mood. “If I were to use it to make clothes, I could wear them for several days in a row. Cai’er is very thoughtful.”
Zhong Cai blurted out, "Old Wu is very thoughtful."
Sang Yunchu found it somewhat amusing, but he was quite used to his junior disciple bringing up his little Daoist partner from time to time.
So he said quite naturally, "You two are very thoughtful."
Zhong Cai noticed a hint of teasing on her master's face and felt a little embarrassed, which was unusual for her.
After all, it's in front of elders.
Seeing his youngest disciple blush slightly, Sang Yunchu smiled and reached out, continuing to tease, "I suppose you kept one too, so take it. You two are such a loving couple, I'll find someone to make you a few identical sets."
Zhong Cai's eyes widened: "Master! How did you know I needed your help?"
Sang Yunchu raised an eyebrow: "Given your personality, you would definitely want to make the best for your little Daoist partner. I know more weapon craftsmen, so it would be more convenient for you to ask me for help."
Moreover, once this young disciple trusts someone, his thoughts are almost written all over his face, and he can see through them at a glance.
Zhong Cai immediately said, "Master, you really understand your disciple so well. Thank you, Master!"
As he spoke, he took out a thousand catties of stardust and handed it all to his master.
After looking at them, Sang Yunchu said, "Make as many sets as you can, and I'll help you choose, okay?"
Zhong Cai respectfully replied, "I will listen to Master. I trust Master's judgment!"
Sang Yunchu nodded in satisfaction.
Zhong Cai then asked, "The weapon masters that Master knows must be extraordinary. I wonder how much they charge for their services?"
Sang Yunchu chuckled and said, "I brought it along on a whim, why would I let you two juniors pay for it?"
Zhong Cai quickly said, "Normally I wouldn't stand on ceremony with my master, but these are my and Old Wu's Daoist couple's attire..."
Sang Yunchu understood and simply asked, "Do you have anything left?"
Zhong Cai replied, "More than 1,300 jin."
Sang Yunchu nodded and said, "Take these with you too. Those weapon crafters also like refining materials, so you can just use them as payment. As for the rest, you can exchange them for Xuan Stones. I guarantee you'll get a good price."
Zhong Cai was overjoyed: "Then I'll have to trouble you, Master!"
Sang Yunchu smiled and said, "If you refine a top-grade level three pill as soon as possible, and give the second one to your master, that will be your way of repaying him."
Zhong Cai felt a little embarrassed again.
He understood why his master said the second one instead of the first one; it was very clear that the first one should definitely be given to Old Wu first.
His master was teasing him again!
Zhong Cai blinked and said frankly, "I will definitely give the second one to my master."
Sang Yunchu chuckled softly again.
As the time they spend together increases, the relationship between master and apprentice becomes more relaxed and casual.
Sang Yunchu was not pretentious, and Zhong Cai was quite at ease in his presence.
Sang Yunchu made a few jokes to his junior disciple, then, as if remembering something, took out a booklet and handed it to Zhong Cai.
Zhong Cai took it and looked at it, then exclaimed in surprise, "A wood-attribute secret technique?" He looked delighted, "Master, where did you find this? It's so fast! I've already collected three!"
Sang Yunchu said, "These days, whenever someone comes to me asking for pills, I just mention it briefly."
Zhong Cai solemnly replied, "Thank you for your trouble, Master."
Sang Yunchu waved his hand: "Finding suitable secret techniques for disciples is originally the duty of a master. Now there are only two left, one with water attribute and one with earth attribute, and I will keep an eye on them. If you and your little Daoist partner find better ones, bring them back for me to see, and I will choose the best one."
Zhong Cai solemnly agreed, then hesitated and said, "I have another idea..."
Sang Yunchu: "You speak."
Zhong Cai then said, "I want to go with Lao Wu to post a reward."
Sang Yunchu asked, "Is it issued in the academy's mission hall?"
Zhong Cai honestly replied, "I do plan to." He paused, "I also want to distribute them in the dark market."
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The dark market is actually a very secretive market, somewhat similar to the underground trading market in Tiancan City, but it is a mixed bag, not just trading with each other, but all kinds of businesses.
There you can post quests, sell stolen goods, trade for treasures, hire guards, buy servants, indulge in pleasure, hire assassins...
Those who enter can use their real faces or conceal their identities.
The forces within the dark market are complex. Many dark merchants and dark buildings have identities behind them, and the dark market itself may even have an owner.
However, the true identity of the owner of the dark market is uncertain; all that is known is that he is a Nirvana Realm expert.
This powerful figure has been operating the dark market for countless years. It may have changed hands many times, but it has always been a phoenix rising from the ashes.
Black markets are found everywhere.
In many larger cities, a dark street would form beneath the city walls, which would then be the location of a dark market.
The dark market is generally safe.
Even if trouble were to break out, it would most likely not occur in the dark market—they would simply be slaughtered by patrolling assassins.
Zhong Cai and Wu Shaogan wanted the Daobing soldiers to take away the more conspicuous resources from the attackers, and to sell them in several black markets.
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There are many mission halls in the Azure Dragon Academy, most of which are located in valleys surrounded by mountains, and they are also built in the same place as the trading hall.
This was also to facilitate the movement of disciples in the vicinity.
If a disciple of the academy posts a bounty mission in a mission hall, it will be simultaneously posted in all mission halls—including the mission hall of the outer academy.
In addition, there are high rewards offered in the black market. With these two approaches combined, the probability of finding the right secret technique is much higher.
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After listening to his junior disciple's words, Sang Yunchu pondered for a moment and said, "That's fine." He then instructed, "Make sure you have all necessary defensive measures and identification tokens, bring your own men, and make sure your identities are revealed. No two people are allowed to go alone."
Zhong Cai replied, "Don't worry, Master, we value our lives."
Sang Yunchu smiled and said, "That's how it should be."
The master and apprentice talked for a while longer.
Because Zhong Cai mainly explored the secret realm during this period and did not spend much time studying alchemy, he did not have any new questions.
Zhong Cai immediately perused the newly acquired secret techniques, and when there were parts he couldn't understand right away, he asked his master for guidance.
Sang Yunchu had already read it and could quickly answer any questions the young disciple had.
The master and apprentice worked together, with the master teaching the apprentice and the apprentice learning, and everything went quite smoothly.
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Meanwhile, Wu Shaogan arrived at the mountain peak where Jiang Chongguang lived.
They knew the way well and went straight into the cave.
Upon entering, Wu Shaogan was not surprised to see this scene—
Inside that enormous pit, his master practiced his boxing with sweat pouring down his face. Every move was powerful and produced a deafening roar.
The surrounding mountain walls swayed slightly.
However, Jiang Chongguang consciously controlled his power to an extremely precise degree, so he did not destroy any rocks.
The cave is also well preserved.
Wu Shaogan stood on one side of the deep pit, sat cross-legged, and carefully watched his master's boxing technique.
Even if this isn't his approach, it still contains some profound insights that can be selectively learned from.
About half an hour later, Jiang Chongguang finished his set of punches, then with a slight leap, he half-squatted about three feet away from Wu Shaogan, and said loudly with a laugh, "Little disciple, you've returned with your Daoist partner?"
Wu Shaogan replied, "Yes."
Jiang Chongguang still exuded a terrifying aura, but it wasn't intentional, and Wu Shaogan was able to withstand it.
Moreover, this happened more than once or twice. At first, Wu Shaogan would be stunned and unable to react because of this, but he eventually got used to it.
It's still a habit now.
Even though it's been quite a few days since we last saw each other...
Jiang Chongguang casually asked, "Did you come to see me because your Daoist partner also went to Master Sang's place?"
Wu Shaogan readily replied, "Yes."
Jiang Chongguang burst out laughing: "You little rascal, can't you say a few nice words!"
Wu Shao chuckled dryly, "I only know how to coax my Daoist partner, not others."
Jiang Chongguang: "What you said makes sense."
Wu Shaogan added, "Besides, if I really start to coax Master, given his temperament, he might even want to beat me up."
Jiang Chongguang paused, as if imagining his apprentice speaking softly and sweetly to him... and suddenly got goosebumps all over his body.
Wu Shaogan noticed almost immediately that his master's hair suddenly started to flutter without any wind, as if it were standing on end, which he found rather amusing.
Since he was a disciple after all, he took the initiative to change the subject.
Wu Shaogan took out a mustard seed bag and gave it to Jiang Chongguang, saying, "Master, A Cai and I obtained a lot of resources in the secret realm this time. A Cai's idea is to give this to you to make clothes."
Jiang Chongguang was taken aback: "You gave this to me by your little Daoist partner?"
Wu Shao chuckled dryly, "Exactly."
It was indeed A-Cai who suggested it; if it were up to him, he probably wouldn't have thought of this.
It's true that it was a gift from A-Cai.
Jiang Chongguang hadn't expected this, so he took a look and recognized it: "Stardust." He said with some hesitation, "This stuff wouldn't last long even if it were used to make clothes."
—It was a gift from my little apprentice's partner, after all. What if he accidentally broke it?
Wu Shaogan suppressed a laugh, cleared his throat, and said, "It's just a token of A Cai's goodwill, please accept it, Master. In my opinion, Master should invite Master Sang to find a craftsman to make this precious garment. On ordinary days, it can just be considered an extra piece of clothing in the wardrobe, but when those craftsmen feel a bit constrained, we can try it out."
Jiang Chongguang thought for a moment and laughed heartily, "That's right, it'll come in handy eventually. Your little Daoist partner is quite thoughtful. I'll go ask Master Sang Dan later."
Wu Shaogan smiled slightly.
Jiang Chongguang added, "You have a good eye, kid."
Wu Shaogan never hesitated to nod in this regard, saying directly, "A-Cai is the best."
Jiang Chongguang burst into laughter.
This meeting was just to let everyone know they were safe and to exchange gifts. Neither Wu Shaogan nor Jiang Chongguang were the type to chat idly. After exchanging a few words about what happened in the secret realm, Wu Shaogan took his leave.
Seeing that his apprentice was still in good health, Jiang Chongguang waved his hand and let him go.
Wu Shaogan left the cave, summoned Qingyu, and headed towards the Mei Family Mountain Range.
A-Cai and Master Sang must have a lot to talk about. He's going over there now and should be able to pick them up...
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As expected, when Wu Shaogan arrived at the mountain peak where Sang Yunchu was, the puppet took the initiative to report that Zhong Cai was still talking with Sang Yunchu.
The puppet asked Wu Shaogan if he wanted to go inside and wait.
Wu Shaogan didn't go in; he simply found a place to sit down so as not to disturb the meeting between the master and his apprentice.
More than an hour passed while they waited.
When the bright and cheerful young man jumped out of the mansion, Wu Shaogan darted away and grabbed him in a hug.
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Zhong Cai had a good grasp of the secret techniques; she understood them all without spending too much time.
Then, the thought that Old Wu might come to pick him up made him feel uneasy.
Sang Yunchu naturally noticed, but simply smiled and told the person to leave.
Zhong Cai left happily.
He did indeed see Wu Shaogan outside the door, and rushed over to him with even greater joy.
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Sang Yunchu's thoughts flashed by.
Many times, whenever Junior Brother Wu was free, he would come to pick him up.
Sometimes his youngest disciple would leave early and then go to pick up his junior disciple, Wu…
There was never a time when they weren't in love.
Sang Yunchu regained his composure and restarted the furnace.
While refining the pills, he pondered which artisan he could find to make the clothes even more magnificent.
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Zhong Cai and Wu Shaogan sat on Qingyu's back.
Wu Shao chuckled dryly and said, "It's a little later than I expected, A-Cai, what did you gain?"
Zhong Cai immediately said, "My master has found me a secret technique with the wood element!"
Wu Shaogan raised an eyebrow: "That's a good thing."
Zhong Cai said with a grin, "It is indeed a good thing."
Then, he mentioned his plan to offer a reward.
The idea had only flashed through Zhong Cai's mind before, and she had forgotten to discuss it with Wu Shaogan. Now was the perfect time to bring it up.
Wu Shaogan asked directly, "When are we going to send them out?"
Zhong Cai thought for a moment: "This isn't too urgent. I think we should discuss how much of a reward would be appropriate."
Wu Shaogan tapped his finger lightly: "The amount of the bounty should be significantly increased based on the level of the secret technique."
Zhong Caishen agreed.
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The three secret techniques we have now can all be cultivated to the Suspended Illumination Realm.
Each secret technique can be "evolved" by constantly comprehending and incorporating those insights into the technique itself, thus making it more suitable for Zhong Cai's own cultivation.
The extent to which this limit can be reached depends on how much Zhong Cai can comprehend it.
If he gains enough insight, he can even advance to the seventh or eighth level or even higher.
These three secret techniques are now at a similar level, and it would be best if the other two secret techniques were also at the same level.
Zhong Cai cultivates five secret techniques simultaneously, allowing them to share insights and improve together... In addition, with the addition of several star treasures, they can work together to enhance the power of the secret techniques, and ultimately, they may even advance in unison, creating a connection between the entire set of techniques.
Therefore, the reward should be a fourth-tier secret technique with great potential.
However, since the upper limit of a secret technique is uncertain, it cannot be simply and crudely classified as a fourth-tier technique. Therefore, the reward offered should definitely not be limited to the fourth-tier level.
Otherwise, the purpose of a bounty would be lost, and cultivators who already possess valuable items would not be willing to accept it.
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Zhong Cai pondered, "Old Wu, the price of a fourth-tier secret technique is usually over a thousand Xuanzhu, but any slightly better one will reach three or four thousand, or even reach the top price of a fourth-tier resource."
Wu Shaogan said, "Given our high standards for secret techniques, if the conditions are met, even if we use these five thousand Xuan Pearls as a reward, it would only be a slightly higher purchase price, not a real reward."
Zhong Cai said, "We don't lack money; getting the secret technique is more important."
Wu Shaogan smiled and said, "A-Cai means, as high as possible."
Zhong Cai nodded: "I also require the meteor hammer technique, which would be even rarer. This time we can spend some money, and it would be best to attract cultivators at the Suspended Illumination and Fusion stages. Even if they don't have it on hand, they should hurry out and try to find some fortuitous encounters to get it for me."
Wu Shaogan agreed, "A Cai is right."
Zhong Cai counted on her fingers and began to list her thoughts:
"First of all, it was brought over but we didn't choose it, so we can't let them make a wasted trip. So I'm planning to give them some compensation for their trouble—of course, we need to make sure they meet the requirements, but are just lacking something."
"As for the amount of this trouble fee, it will be between one hundred and five hundred."
"Then, for any secret technique that can be selected, the basic reward is five thousand Xuanzhu."
"Besides that, the more the secret technique suits my taste, the more I will add."
"For example, adding level four or level five mystic weapons, as well as level four or level five pills that I obtained through card draws and black-and-white transactions."
"If this is still not satisfactory, the price can be negotiated further."
"For example, rare medicines, other martial arts techniques, rare animal eggs or fetuses, etc."
"Anyway, we have a lot of random stuff, so we can make a list and let them choose whatever they want."
"I'm telling you... the value of the new items won't be less than 300,000 Xuanzhu."
Wu Shaogan listened carefully and nodded slightly.
"Let's do as A-Cai says. Let's make a list when we get back."
Zhong Cai knew that her husband, Wu, would definitely support her, and immediately beamed with joy: "You write it for me!"
Wu Shao chuckled dryly and said, "No problem."
In high spirits, the two headed straight for Duobao Peak.
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Compiling the list was easy. Zhong Cai had a wealth of resources, most of which were indeed stuffed into blind boxes, but some were kept as her own reserves, all of which were carefully stored in the resource hall.
Two identical lists were drawn up—what if different cultivators sent the right secret techniques at the same time?
The list was one for each person, so as not to make the other party feel that they were not sincere.
Then, the two of them headed to the mission hall together.
Disciples can easily issue tasks. They only need to stand in front of the pillar, use their identity token as proof, send the task content into their soul, and a bounty task will be automatically generated.
From then on, whenever a disciple wanted to accept a mission, they could see the bounty when they focused their thoughts or souls into the pillar.
Especially because the bounty is so high for a disciple of the academy, it will be placed in a relatively high position.
The mission also included methods for communication.
Disciples who accept the bounty can directly send a formal invitation to arrange a meeting.
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After the mission was assigned within the academy, Zhong Cai and Wu Shaogan rode on Qingyu's back, which then transported them outside the academy.
The two did not enter Canglong City.
Perhaps because of the close relationship between Canglong City and Canglong Academy, most of the people coming and going here are related to Canglong Academy. It can be regarded as an outer academy within an outer academy. Its influence is overshadowed by Canglong Academy, so there is naturally no dark market.
Just like in many second-tier cities and large cities (first-tier cities), there are often powerful figures at the Nirvana Realm who are in charge. So whether or not a dark market can be built depends on whether you can talk to these powerful figures.
If a Nirvana Realm expert does not permit it, the Dark Market cannot enter the city.
However, for level three cities... apart from cities like Azure Dragon City, which are shrouded by level eight forces like Azure Dragon Academy, ordinary level three cities cannot refuse as long as the dark market wants to enter and as long as the dark market abides by the rules of the state lord.
Because the highest realm that a level three city can support is only the Spirit Transformation Realm.
The weak cannot defy the strong—at least to a certain extent, they cannot easily refuse the strong.
Even this was only because each of the fifteen states had a governor, which barely allowed for some room for maneuver...
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The two arrived at Silver Cauldron City.
This is the closest level-three city to Azure Dragon City.
They also have close ties with Canglong City itself, and many Canglong disciples often stroll around the area on weekdays.
The people of Silver Cauldron City are very familiar with the characteristics of the Azure Dragon disciples and can usually recognize them easily.
A giant azure roc swooped down and landed in front of the city gate.
A handsome young man leaped down and instantly put Qingpeng away.
Both of them were exceptionally elegant.
What's even more noticeable is the golden token hanging from their waists.
This means that the two not only came from the inner courtyard of the Azure Dragon Academy, but also became disciples of a Spirit Transformation expert!
Naturally, their status at Azure Dragon Academy is also extraordinary.
The armored guards at the gates of Silver Cauldron City looked at him with a hint of respect.
Their attitude was very polite as they passed through the city gate.
Zhong Cai and Wu Shaogan did it on purpose.
Just as Master Sang instructed, since they were in the territory near Canglong and were heading to a crowded underground market, it would be better to be more conspicuous.
This also prevents people from being foolish enough to cause trouble.
Zhong Cai and Wu Shaogan were not prepared to keep a low profile under these circumstances.
After all, only if their identities are absolutely reliable can the bounty offered be attractive enough.
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The two did not know the exact location of the dark market.
But that's okay. Just find a nice restaurant, have a good meal, and ask the staff. That should give you the answer.
As expected, the two easily found out the location of the dark market's entrance.
It was a rather deserted street in the city.
There are several hidden iron lids made of special materials; opening them will allow direct access to the dark market.
Zhong Cai found one, and looking at its rusty, round, grayish-black appearance, he couldn't help but whisper in Wu Shaogan's ear, "Old Wu, this thing looks exactly like the manhole cover I saw in my past life."
Wu Shaogan raised his eyebrows slightly.
After finishing the second half of her rant, Zhong Cai continued, "I used to be constantly reminded to avoid manhole covers to avoid falling in, but now, we both have to jump in on our own."
Wu Shaogan chuckled: "Later, when I carry A-Cai down, it will only count as me jumping, not A-Cai jumping."
Zhong Cai snorted and said irritably, "What's the difference between you jumping and me jumping?"
Wu Shao chuckled dryly, "That's true, there's no difference."
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Joking aside, it's really possible to lift the manhole cover and jump in.
However, Wu Shaogan always kept his word to Zhong Cai, and just as he said, he carried Zhong Cai on his back.
Zhong Cai wrapped her arms around her husband's neck, and with a whoosh of wind in her ears, they landed on the ground together.
It was as if we had passed through some kind of magic array, and suddenly everything went from complete silence to bustling activity.
Zhong Cai's eyes widened as she looked around.
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The dark market presents itself as a wide underground street.
The street was wide enough for dozens of people to walk side by side, and on both sides were many shops of all sizes, tall buildings, and some seemingly bottomless dark alleys. Just standing at the door and looking inside, you could only feel that it was gray or dark, and the atmosphere was a bit creepy.
The manhole cover was pointing directly at a certain alley.
Zhong Cai only caught a glimpse of the outside world from the alley entrance, but didn't rush to make a move.
Wu Shaogan put Zhong Cai down.
While Zhong Cai looked outside, Wu Shaogan looked into the alley.
The alleyway itself is not narrow, and there are several small shops on both sides.
The situation inside the shop is not clear at the moment, but the business being conducted must be more discreet.
Entering the dark market is easy, but leaving requires passing through several specific passages—passes opened up by the dark market owner, and a fee must be paid to pass through them smoothly.
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The two walked hand in hand through the alley, without concealing their faces.
Their close relationship already drew more attention than ordinary people walking together, and their undisguised display of their disciple Jin Ling further highlighted their special status.
At the same time, it is also a blatant declaration.
They weren't just strolling around the dark market; they had something important to do.
Soon, a weasel-faced young man trotted over. His appearance was somewhat sleazy, but he said enthusiastically, "Is this your first time here, gentlemen? Would you like a guide?"
Zhong Cai looked at the young man.
Well, his appearance and physique are a bit mismatched, and that shifty-eyed look is also an act.
To conceal their identities.
But that has nothing to do with him.
Zhong Cai glanced at Wu Shaogan.
Wu Shaogan asked, "What can you introduce?"
The sleazy young man first introduced himself as "Zhang Si," and then immediately said, "I know all kinds of shops and jobs in this dark market. As long as you two make a request, I can definitely take you to the place where it's done!"
Wu Shaogan nodded slightly.
Zhong Cai then made a request: "We need to issue a reward."
Zhang Si hurriedly asked, "May I ask what kind of bounty it is? What level is it, and how much is the reward?" He suddenly lowered his voice, "If it's a bounty for heads or something like that, you two would better wait a bit and do something else to cover it up."
Zhong Cai's lips twitched slightly, but she still said, "Don't think too much about it. We're just here to offer a reward for a secret technique."
Zhang Si repeatedly answered "yes," but a hint of disappointment was evident in his eyes.
Generally, bounties for secret techniques are not very lucrative, and the rewards are usually not very high.
But Zhang Si wouldn't offend anyone; he just wanted to introduce the product further. If these two became interested, wouldn't there still be room for him to make a big profit?
Therefore, Zhang Si introduced the two of them in great detail.
"Please look over there, gentlemen. That's a secret arena with very generous rewards."
"When many independent cultivators are short of money, they will come here, fight a few matches, and then they will have enough to get by."
"If you two are interested later, you can go in and take a look. It's very lively, and there's everything you could want to do..."
Zhong Cai's eyelids twitched as she listened.
This "underground boxing" is basically a clandestine, black-market fighting event.
It's not just about hitting with your fists.
However, Zhong Cai was also interested in this.
Wu Shaogan patted Zhong Cai's shoulder and said, "A life-or-death battle is definitely different from the usual sparring."
Zhong Cai let out a breath and nodded.
The two basically decided that once they had finished their business, they would go in and take a look.
Zhang Si had been keeping an eye on the two of them, and now that he saw that he still had many opportunities to act as their guide, he was in a good mood.
At the same time, he became even more attentive in leading the way, constantly explaining things:
"Bounties in the dark market are usually sent to the Dark Gold Pavilion."
"But each time a bounty is issued, the manager of the pavilion will first classify the task and then charge a fee based on that level."
"Besides the fees, when a cultivator accepts a bounty and completes it, a portion of the reward money must also be given to the Dark Gold Pavilion..."
Zhong Cai thought to herself, "This is outrageous! It's absolutely outrageous! This is practically double-charging!"
The platform is there, and such a large black market still needs to be maintained, so people can take whatever cuts they want.
If you're not willing to spend the money, then don't even think about doing business on their turf...
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During the introduction, Zhang Si had already led the two to their destination.
The Dark Gold Pavilion is indeed a pavilion built from dark gold materials.
Upon entering, the space immediately feels open and airy.
It's obvious that a spatial array has been set up here, capable of transforming a seemingly ordinary little pavilion into a grand hall.
Directly opposite is a very tall and wide stone wall, on which countless tasks are hung.
All of them were recorded in the form of scrolls and hung on the wall.
However, none of the scrolls actually opened; instead, they created a phantom image of "scrolls unfolding" above.
The contents of the scroll were clearly recorded on the illusory image.
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On both sides stood male and female cultivators of different ages and appearances, all with smiles on their faces, appearing enthusiastic.
These cultivators were all managers in the attic.
When Zhong Cai and Wu Shaogan were brought in, many of the shopkeepers who were still free looked them over.
Upon closer inspection, they seemed to have discerned something, and a dashing female manager stepped out from among them.
The female shopkeeper was of above-average appearance and was a cultivator at the Suspended Illumination Realm.
Her expression was rather serious, but her attitude was very friendly.
What are your needs, guests?
Zhang Si had already stepped aside at some point, giving his place to Zhong Cai and Wu Shaogan.
Zhong Cai didn't keep them in suspense and said directly, "We've issued a bounty; we'll trouble you, shopkeeper, to handle it."
The female shopkeeper smiled and said, "Of course, please come this way, both of you."
Zhong Cai greeted Zhang Si, then pulled her husband, Lao Wu, to a counter and sat down.
The female shopkeeper was already seated behind the counter, and took out a scroll and some writing materials.
"Please speak, guest."
Zhong Cai then said, "The bounty is for a secret technique, either a single earth or water attribute. The requirements for the technique are... the base bounty is... the new bounty is... a list..."
The female shopkeeper took notes very carefully, and her pen moved quite nimbly.
She had already recorded everything almost the instant Zhong Cai finished speaking.
Then, the female shopkeeper said gently, "Based on our assessment, this mission should be between level four and level five, but since the total bounty has reached level five, it is also designated as a level five mission... What do you two think?"
The female shopkeeper quickly quoted a price: "The fees won't be too high; we can offer three tiers."
"Firstly, if you obtain a Mystic Pearl, our pavilion will hang the mission scroll, but no phantom image will be displayed. Whether or not someone can view it depends entirely on the guest's luck."
This level is difficult to get attention from.
Besides the fact that it costs money to access the contents of the scrolls, the reward amounts inside are mostly low because the scrolls are so stingy with advertising.
Not really worth it.
"Secondly, take ten Xuan Pearls, hang the mission scroll on them, and it will release a phantom image, making it easy for people to see the bounty content."
"Thirdly, take one hundred Xuanzhu. Not only will there be a phantom image, but the scroll will also be placed in one of the most conspicuous positions and hung there for ten consecutive days."
Zhong Cai understood immediately.
It's just a difference in the level of publicity; the more advertising money you get, the more people will see you.
So Zhong took out a mustard seed bag and pushed it over.
The female shopkeeper smiled with delight: "Just as the customer wishes, we'll recommend the highest grade."
Zhong Cai smiled and said, "Please make a note of this, shopkeeper. We will come to check at the beginning of each month. If any cultivators are impatient, they can also send a message to the academy. However, this requires some channels and may not be able to reach the academy smoothly."
"At the same time, this task will be suspended for a year."
"Within a year, even if the two of us have obtained the appropriate secret technique, we will still look at other secret techniques and choose the better one. After a year, the bounty may be canceled at any time."
The female shopkeeper quickly took notes and said, "This is to be expected. Bounty missions are inherently time-limited, and with your generous offerings, many cultivators will eagerly accept them."
Zhong Cai smiled and said, "Then I'll have to trouble you, Manager."
The female shopkeeper smiled and agreed, "It's my duty."
Next, the female shopkeeper asked to verify the amount of the reward.
Zhong Cai naturally had no objection and directly took out a mustard seed bag, inside which were all the resources he had promised.
The female shopkeeper glanced at it quickly, a hint of interest flashing in her eyes.
In her opinion, every resource was of very good quality.
She even thought that if a suitable secret technique were offered, the reward might be negotiable.
The female shopkeeper finally confirmed, "There's the same reward amount for every single-attribute secret technique requested by each customer, is that right?"
Zhong Cai said, "Of course."
The female shopkeeper took notes again, very meticulously.
With the pearl in place, the service was also impeccable; there was no impatience from beginning to end.
After carefully completing the task, the female shopkeeper took out a seal and stamped it on the end of the scroll. Then, she skillfully rolled up the scroll and personally delivered it to the wall.
Zhong Cai stared at the other person's back.
The female shopkeeper hung the scroll neatly in the middle of the stone wall.
On the front stone wall, this is the most open area, and the gaps between the scrolls are relatively large.
Once the scroll was hung up, there were only seven or eight others in roughly the same spot around it.
even……
The scroll instantly grew larger the moment it was hung up.
The images released from the scroll are even more majestic than most images, almost like a three-dimensional presentation!
It is indeed very eye-catching.
Zhong Cai was very satisfied and whispered to the person next to him, "Old Wu, the publicity fee was well spent."
Wu Shaogan found it amusing and laughed.
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