The Talisman glowed with a faint azure jade light.

The three pearl-like beads seemed to have illusory shadows slowly rotating on them.

"Senior, this is..."

The shop assistant paused slightly, about to explain as usual, but was interrupted by a voice.

"This is a Talisman Treasure."

A middle-aged man in brocade clothes, with a somewhat portly build, slowly walked over.

Song Yan looked back; he had seen this person earlier, who was likely one of Gathering Treasure Pavilion’s managers, presiding here today.

There were faint Spiritual Qi fluctuations of Level 9 Qi Refining emanating from him.

"Senior Brother."

Song Yan cupped his hands in a bow.

He didn’t actually know if the other party was from the Cave Abyss Sect.

However, as long as one was in Lingyuanze Market, they were inextricably linked to the Cave Abyss Sect.

Whether it was a Family Cultivator affiliated with the Sect or a resident Guest Elder, since the other party was older and had a higher Cultivation Realm than him, calling him Senior Brother would definitely not be wrong.

"You are too polite."

"Young friend, at such a young age, you have entered the inner Sect of a major Sect. Your Immortal Realm path will be boundless in the future."

This person’s name was Zhou Baogui, and he was indeed one of Gathering Treasure Pavilion’s managers, just as Song Yan had thought.

From the moment Song Yan stepped through the threshold of Gathering Treasure Pavilion, he had been secretly observing him.

Only now, believing it to be a good time, did he speak.

At his signal, the shop assistant went to attend to other customers.

"My name is Zhou Baogui. If young friend doesn’t mind, just call me Old Zhou."

Old Zhou’s words had a natural affinity. Although the two were strangers, after just a few casual chats, it felt as if they were already ordinary friends.

"Song Yesheng."

"This Talisman seems a bit different from other Talismans, and it’s in a separate cabinet. Does it have any unique qualities?"

"Senior Brother Zhou, please forgive my ignorance, but I’ve never heard the name ’Talisman Treasure’..."

Zhou Baogui chuckled, but instead of immediately introducing the Talisman, he asked a question.

"Young friend Song, are you purchasing so many Cultivation items at once because you plan to leave the Sect for a long time?"

"..."

He nodded.

"And among them, Medicinal Pills for Qi Refining and Formations are the main focus. You are probably worried that the destination of this trip has sparse and barren Spiritual Qi, and you are concerned about low Cultivation efficiency, correct?"

"That’s right."

Song Yan thought to himself that this person indeed had some skill in reading people.

With these two points highlighted by him, combined with the most important external mission of the Sect currently, his itinerary was already quite obvious.

However, Zhou Baogui stopped there, not continuing to speak.

He pointed to the special Talisman in the cabinet and slowly said, "Talisman Treasures are indeed not widely circulated in our Chu Kingdom’s Cultivation World."

"It’s perfectly normal for young friend not to know. If I weren’t in this line of work where I have to see everything, this old man wouldn’t know either."

Song Yan listened attentively.

He didn’t know until he heard it, but this "Talisman Treasure" really had a significant origin.

"The reason why ’Talisman Treasure’ is precious and rarely circulated is mainly because only great Cultivators above the Golden Core Realm are capable of making it."

Above the Golden Core Realm?!

"Young friend should know the distinction between Spiritual Artifacts, Spiritual Artifacts, and Magic Treasures."

Seeing Song Yan nod, Zhou Baogui continued.

"These ’Talisman Treasures’ are mostly created by great Cultivators above the Golden Core Realm, who repurpose some incomplete, old, or damaged Magic Treasures."

"They seal a portion of its power and effects into a special Talisman, allowing other Cultivators, even those of lower Realms, to barely use the power of a Magic Treasure through this special Talisman."

"As a type of Talisman, it is naturally easy to use and manipulate."

"As a small part of a Magic Treasure, it also possesses powerful might."

"Therefore, it is highly sought after by many Foundation Establishment Realm Cultivators."

"Foundation Establishment Realm Cultivators?"

Song Yan couldn’t help but ask, "Could it be that only Foundation Establishment Realm Cultivators can use this ’Talisman Treasure’?"

Just the few sentences Zhou Baogui had said had already piqued his interest.

If it could only be used by Foundation Establishment Realm Cultivators, it would indeed be a bit regrettable.

"Not at all."

Zhou Baogui waved his hand, "Ordinary ’Talisman Treasures’ can be used by both Qi Refining and Foundation Establishment Cultivators. However, due to the lower Cultivation of Qi Refinement Stage Cultivators, they can only unleash one or two tenths of its power."

"In that case, compared to its price, which far exceeds that of ordinary Talismans, it loses some of its appeal."

"I see."

"Although the ’Talisman Treasure’ is powerful, it is not the Magic Treasure itself. Like water without a source, each use reduces its power by a fraction."

"Once completely depleted, the ’Talisman Treasure’ becomes Waste."

After a brief introduction to the Talisman Treasure, Zhou Baogui changed the subject, refocusing his attention on the ’Talisman Treasure’ in front of them.

"This particular Talisman Treasure did not come from the Golden Core Seniors of our Chu Kingdom."

In the Chu Kingdom’s Cultivation World, there were only so many Golden Core Cultivators.

If they were to make Talisman Treasures, they would certainly pass them on to their Disciples or kin, with almost no possibility of them circulating outside.

"It seems a Cultivator from another region, to evade pursuit from enemies, fled to the Chu Kingdom and sold it while liquidating his Spiritual resources."

"After several transfers, it finally arrived at our shop."

"According to him, this Talisman Treasure originated from a pearl and jade necklace Magic Treasure, and its function is to resist Divine Thought-type attacks or erosion."

"However, he had already used it for a long time, and the remaining power of this Talisman Treasure is only enough to activate its effect for half an incense stick’s time."

It was actually an incomplete Talisman Treasure... Song Yan pondered. Changping’s Ghost Mountain was rife with demons and evil Cultivators. Although there were Senior Brothers and Elders from the Sect guarding it, he was indeed a bit worried about encountering insidious methods that specifically targeted the Divine Soul.

Seeing his hesitation, Zhou Baogui did not rush or try to sell it, but instead took a step back.

"This Talisman Treasure is, firstly, incomplete with little power remaining, and secondly, it defends against Divine Soul attacks, so its versatility isn’t great."

"It already rarely attracts attention, and coupled with its price of one hundred and fifty Spirit Stones, it is indeed quite expensive."

"Fellow Daoist, if you are interested, buying it for collection is also good. If not, our shop has many other Talismans for you to choose from."

Zhou Baogui was very clever; he put all the choices and speaking rights into the other party’s hands.

Song Yan’s choice was free.

At this moment, he actually wanted this "Talisman Treasure" even more.

"I’ll take it."

Considering the potential hidden dangers of the Changping trip, he ultimately decided to acquire it.

"Good."

Zhou Baogui nodded, a hint of joy on his face, but not overly exaggerated.

He put all the items Song Yan bought into a new qiankun bag and handed it to Song Yan, considering it a gift for him.

"Young friend Song, you are always welcome to visit again."

After leaving Gathering Treasure Pavilion, he went to other general stores to purchase some necessities.

Due to the Changping incident, prices in the market had recently risen slightly.

This trip cost Song Yan over three hundred and sixty Spirit Stones in total.

His savings were almost depleted.

However, with everything now prepared, the burden on his heart also eased.

Returning to his Immortal Cave, he began his daily Cultivation.