Chapter 45: Preparing for the Spiritual Vein Journey.

Chapter 45: Preparing for the Spiritual Vein Journey.
After a few glasses of fruit wine, even though it's not very strong, it still sparks up the conversation and gradually eases any awkwardness. The influence of those people from earlier has faded away.
两人一番交谈，无一也弄明白了为什么炫阳会交恶这个道人。
原来这个道人叫做青石散人，那天无一和炫阳分别后，炫阳继续呆在荒外拓荒，此后居然发现了几棵灵物紫魂草，却是运气真的不好，被青石等专门劫道的一伙人遇上。这情况，青石散人等人肯定是要出手硬抢的，好在炫阳见机不好，收了灵草就跑，幸亏跑得快，不然还有没有命都是两说了。不过在被追大途中，也是受了一点伤。
紫魂草这玩意，无一也是知道，这东西有在突破灵境时候稳固散去魂力的魂魄的作用，无一也在找这种东西，没想炫阳运气那么好，还是一下子得到了几棵，也怪不得那些人一见就要强抢，换在外面，说不定无一也要掺一脚搞上一棵，毕竟他现在一境巅峰，也是要为破境灵阶做准备的时候了。
Since I knew that there were several Xuan Yang trees, I immediately suggested buying one. Of course, Xuan Yang didn't refuse either. He directly tapped on the jade tablet and exchanged one tree for ten points. After secretly casting a spell and transferring it to the storage bag, both of us felt very happy and couldn't help but have a glass of this not-so-strong fruit wine.
No one is happy anymore because one purple soul grass is enough for oneself, so there's no need to search everywhere. Even if it is exchanged here at the Holy Sword Sect, its value is definitely more than ten points. Of course, it can be exchanged for ten points because No one just spoke up and shared some firepower.
Xuan Yang's mood has improved slightly because he now has some firepower. The two of them now have a common enemy, at least Xuan Yang's cultivation is higher than Wu Yi's. Having some support is better than having nothing at all. One person can only use one purple soul grass, having more of them is useless. So it doesn't really matter if one is exchanged, it can be exchanged for points at the points exchange of the Holy Sword Sect. But it's not certain if it can be exchanged for ten points.
So both of them took what they needed, worthy of raising a glass.
酒足饭饱，两人足足在这里坐了一个多时辰，那边一直盯着这边的目光消失了，早在半个时辰前那伙人就离去了，临走前还偷来威胁性的眼神，然无一一阵无语。
Because of these scoundrels, Xuan Yang and Wu Yi have decided not to get involved in that spiritual vein matter anymore. They need to lay low for a while and avoid attracting attention. It is certain that the Green Stone Hermit will send people after them, so it is inconvenient for them to go out during this period. The main reason being their low cultivation level, as they won't be able to defeat their opponents.
对于这个，无一倒也没有在意，只是再次问了一些相关的消息，并且再次详细了解了那伙人的底细，明确了那伙人只有一个青石散人是三阶修为外，其他的都不到三阶，无一更加是不担心，不过暗里却是警惕着，真的要对上了，得干净利落地弄死那青石才行。
"Brother Xuan Yang, let's part ways here. You should also go back and heal your injuries sooner. Although it's a small matter, dragging it out for too long is not good after all. Take care." Without saying a word, the person next to Xuan Yang bid farewell by cupping their hands in front of the restaurant on the street.
"Okay then, it's a deal. Let's meet up next time when you're back. If you have time, come find me and we'll have another drink. Take care." Xuan Yang replied, bidding farewell to each other. Then, they swiftly displayed their footwork and disappeared on opposite sides of the street, heading in different directions.
界门山顶这地域很大，除了广场所在，其他的建筑区域也是不小的，与炫阳分别后，无一花了一刻多钟，方才来到了想要去的地方。
这里的坊市和圣门城那边的差都不多，店铺种类也很多，不过还是和圣门城那边有差别的，毕竟是圣剑门各脉之人分别开的店铺，出售回收的，大都按各脉擅长的方向的涉足多些，但是对于在这荒界而言，也都是够了的。无外乎就那几样，武器，防护法器，疗伤或者是恢复法力的灵药，其他的一些辅助修行的东西。
No one comes here except to buy things, but also to inquire about the news of spiritual veins. I previously chatted with Xuan Yang and learned that the notice for the spiritual veins team exploration is posted on the bulletin board in the market, with contact information for registration. No one wants to come and confirm it, and then consider whether to sign up.
对于灵脉，无一无疑是比较在意的，所以一来到这里，无一就找了几个街上的人请教了一番，好容易找到了坊市中央的巨大白玉石墙式的公示栏，人群围绕着的白玉公示栏上，果然有灵脉相关事宜的告示。
Without squeezing into the crowd, Wuyi read the notice carefully before truly understanding the matter.
The information was automatically displayed on the bulletin board with luminous text. It stated that the Lingmai Sacred Sword Sect predicted a small Lingmai and planned to send several disciples from the sect to explore it. As the location of the Lingmai had not been confirmed yet, manpower was needed to survey and determine it. There might be exotic beasts and spiritual treasures involved, posing potential danger. Participants at or above the Second Order were recruited to take part and could sign up at the Mission Hall. The departure would be unified in five days at the Mission Hall, and the number of participants was unlimited.
大概清楚了什么回事后，无一扫了一圈周围的人，发现灵脉告示看的人其实不多，大多人看的是其他的告示，因为这白玉告示栏还浮现了其他的各种告示，基本上都是大同小异的招募或者组队或者各种信息的告示，无一也看了不少。
其中有一条还说到那条离蛟相关，圣剑门出示的，山脚的一大片区域画为了禁区，乱进入的人后果自负。也有招募一起探索荒野峡谷的，传言内部灵植甚多，但是有凶悍异兽，需要组队。
After scanning through, I didn't find anything else of interest, so I left the crowd. This place is a good spot to learn about the situation and gather some information. From notices to discussions and conversations of people nearby, you can get a glimpse of some news content. I made up my mind that every time I come back from going out, I should come here and take a look. It's like reading the news.
Since I already know the registration method and location for exploring the spiritual veins, I wasted no time and went straight to the task hall according to the instructions. It was frustrating to find out that there was a registration fee of two points. After submitting my name and leaving a magical imprint, I considered the registration process complete. Then I was informed to gather here five days later in the morning, and there would naturally be someone to organize and lead us. However, I just couldn't understand why there was a registration fee. It seems they are quite adept at charging fees.
Without thinking too much, I decided to abandon these depressing thoughts and went to explore other parts of the market.
Baoge is one of the many shops in this market that sell weapons and protective gear, such as magical artifacts. Please note that the translation provided might not be exact as certain idiomatic expressions may not have direct equivalents in English.
A two-story building, from the outside, the facade isn't particularly large. However, these aren't things to be concerned about. There are plenty of people going in and out, so I entered directly.
"Wow, there's no one selling anything!" As soon as I entered, I noticed a characteristic right away: apart from the people buying things, it seemed that there were no people selling anything here.
After walking a few more steps and getting closer, I carefully observed the environment inside the store, which helped me understand it a bit more.
The inside of the store was tidy, with rows of shelves neatly arranged. All the items were placed on the shelves, each protected by a barrier of spiritual light. There weren't too many things, probably around a dozen rows of shelves, with dozens of items on each shelf. This was the general layout of the first floor.
Wu Yi took a look and realized that most of the items were second-order magical artifacts. Each artifact had a small sign next to it with a number written on it. At first, Wu Yi didn't understand, but he had some guesses. When he saw someone casting a spell, checking the sign, and then tapping it with a credit jade card, the magical barrier disappeared, allowing access to the items inside. After understanding this, Wu Yi realized that the magical barrier required corresponding credits as payment for automatic checkout. All one had to do was take what they wanted. It was indeed very convenient.
For some conventional magic weapons, they are all available here, such as knives, swords, staffs, clubs, guns, hammers, and daggers. Even some magic weapons specifically for female use are also available. However, after browsing through a few of them, I found that their functions are quite ordinary, just average. However, I also know that good things cannot possibly be displayed here in such large quantities. Although it's unlikely for them to be robbed, the privacy and confidentiality here are indeed poor. It's better to have one or two items for occasional use. After all, many people come and go here, and most of them don't stay. They mostly go upstairs. So, I speculate that there should be good things on the second floor.
虽然是这样想，但是无一倒是也将一楼的逛了个遍，并且将每样还有货的法器查看了一遍简介，倒是也认识了不少东西，加上看到有一两样东西觉得自己也可以备上，也兑换了。那是一颗灵光珠和一套隐匿防护阵盘。灵光珠是用来大范围照明和发出净化灵光的，能将一定距离内的空气内的杂志清扫掉，而隐匿防护阵盘，却是在荒野外可以临时停留时候布置，起一定的防护隐匿作用，虽然威力不算大，但是阻挡一下二阶三阶的一境的人，还是能挡一会儿的，倒也算是常规实用。
As for the others, I didn't see anything suitable, so I didn't linger on the first floor anymore. I went upstairs through the stairs and crossed a spiritual light screen door to reach the second floor. Translated content: As for the others, I didn't see anything suitable, so I didn't linger on the first floor anymore. I went upstairs through the stairs and crossed a spiritual light screen door to reach the second floor.
On the second floor, the layout is also different. There is actually a circular hall, surrounded by about twenty doors. Some of the doors are even open, giving the impression of small rooms inside. Without exception, everyone who comes up just casually looks into an open door and then goes in. After entering, the door automatically closes. No one takes a careful look around, and upon seeing a few doors that are still open, they simply choose one and enter.
Going inside, the door automatically closed behind. Inside, there is a small rectangular room, about two meters wide and three meters long. Right in front of the door is a jade platform covered with a light shield.
With a single scan of spiritual consciousness, I quickly understood how to use the jade platform. After the scan, additional information appeared, providing instructions on how to operate. The platform uses an automatic purchasing method. By inputting "Mana Great White Jade Platform," various items will be projected. By locking the selection with spiritual consciousness, information about the item's function will be provided. If you decide to purchase, simply input the required amount of mana, and the item will be transported to you. Once the item arrives, it can be obtained by opening the spiritual light barrier within ten breaths, as long as the corresponding points are deducted. If the time limit is exceeded, the item will be sent back. If an individual selects items three times without paying the necessary points, their access to the room will be revoked and they will be expelled. If no items are exchanged, I'm sorry, but you will not be able to come back next time, and the room will only be available for the duration of one incense stick. To continue purchasing items, you will need to switch to another room or enter after the next person has made a purchase.
"This is incredible, even when you're under someone else's roof, you can't help but lower your head and abide by the rules set by others. It's quite impressive!"
However, there are indeed many good things here, and there are no magic tools below the third rank. Even magic tools that can be used in the spiritual realm are available. However, the prices make Wu feel that he needs to work hard for another two years before he can afford them. Surprisingly, some special spirit herbs are also available here, but they often cost dozens of points. Thinking about exchanging some common spirit herbs feels like exchanging points by the pound, which is even more frustrating.
However, even though I was upset, I still spent nearly 400 points here to buy several top-grade third-tier magical treasures, including ones for attack and defense, as well as several healing and detoxifying elixirs. The item that took up the most points, costing nearly 80, is a flying magical treasure - a fully sealed magical flying ship. When released, it is about four meters wide and over ten meters long, capable of accommodating several people for flying. It can be activated using magic coins or spirit crystals and has the speed of a third-tier cultivator flying on a sword. I think this is not bad at all. I have seen others using larger flying magical treasures for travel before, so now I have one myself. It might come in handy at some point. Besides, even if I don't use it for flying, it's spacious enough to be used as a house outdoors.
When holding a jade card with only half of the points left, the person's face showed a mix of joy and distress. They were happy because they bought many useful things and were in a good mood. However, they were also distressed because after more than a month of effort, they had almost spent most of their points. It was truly absurd, almost like the concept of living paycheck to paycheck. They pondered silently whether this was the fate of working.
With everything prepared, Wuyi didn't go anywhere else. On the way back to his yard, he encountered a liquor shop and spent more than ten rewards points to buy a batch of spiritual wine. Then, Wuyi went straight back to his yard and began secluding himself to cultivate, waiting for the gathering that would take place in a few days. He planned to replenish his vitality and energy in order to facilitate his activities in the coming days.
(End of this chapter)