Eternal Life: I Can Control My Essence Qi-Chapter 186 - 159: The Mystery of Wan He, Grand Auction (Part 2)

"Daoist Wanhe is a Demon Cultivator?!"

Zhang Yao's expression shifted slightly, thoughts surging within his mind.

Given that Daoist Wanhe is a Demon Cultivator, the likelihood that he left behind water attribute Demon Race essence blood is quite high.

Even if he didn't, he himself is a formidable late stage Foundation Establishment cultivator, and the wealth accumulated over his lifetime is not to be underestimated; it is certainly worth the trip for Zhang Yao.

"I nearly forgot about this matter!"

"Back in the Li Kingdom, it was because the Li Family's Foundation Establishment invited me to consult on a second grade incomplete array map that I was forced to leave hastily."

"And the source of the Mang Mountain Li Clan's incomplete array map is very likely from Daoist Wanhe's abode!"

Zhang Yao pondered quietly:

"I wonder how many years have passed, and whether the Li Family has succeeded."

"However, even if it has truly fallen into their hands, I can think of a way to acquire it..."

Thinking of this, he smiled slightly, loosened his grip, and released the Soul Searching Secret Technique, glancing at Feng Dujuan who was slumped on the ground.

"I didn't expect you to bring me such a pleasant surprise."

With a wave of his sleeve, he collected Feng Dujuan again, not rashly killing her.

In most cases, the living are always more useful than the dead, especially a Foundation Establishment master, who at the very least can be kept for future experimentation.

......

Three days later.

Zhang Yao led many Foundation Establishment masters of the Haihe Association together to the Celestial Treasure Tower Headquarters in Qian Province.

Before departing, the group discussed briefly, and Duanyu took the initiative to stand out, taking on the responsibility of staying behind at the main forum.

After two days of flying, the group crossed half of Da Li and finally arrived at the Celestial Treasure Tower Headquarters.

From afar, the towering giant pavilion stood majestically like a Celestial Pillar, dense escape lights of different colors rendered the sky a vibrant tapestry.

"Rumble..."

Thousands upon thousands of escape lights traveled back and forth, the roar caused by the Gang Feng air currents was audible even hundreds of miles away.

"Indeed, a grand spectacle."

Zhang Yao exclaimed in admiration, approaching with Peng Yue Xian, Master Cang'er, and others.

As they neared the Celestial Treasure Tower, the aura and spiritual pressure of the Foundation Establishment masters spread far and wide, causing the numerous escape lights to avoid them respectfully, watching the few escape lights pass by with reverence.

"Boom!"

Several escape lights descended, landing on a mid-level of the pavilion.

The Celestial Treasure Tower Headquarters stands hundreds of feet tall, boasting three hundred sixty-five levels, the first two hundred levels all having independent entrances. 𝘧𝑟𝑒𝑒𝘸𝘦𝘣𝑛𝑜𝘷𝑒𝓁.𝘤𝘰𝓂

The higher the levels, the more advanced the items sold, the more expensive the prices, and the higher the caliber of the clientele.

Zhang Yao's escape light landed on the two hundredth level, which was the highest level the headquarters allowed public access to, further entry required internal access.

"Greetings to the esteemed masters."

As soon as their escape lights landed, a young maid in a green dress approached to welcome them, exhibiting a very respectful demeanor.

"Please, esteemed masters, follow me."

She led Zhang Yao and the group into the floor, instantly drawing curious, reverent, and investigative gazes.

Each level of the Celestial Treasure Tower Headquarters is incredibly vast, the two hundredth level divided into many compartments, yet the outer corridor remained bustling with people.

They hadn't walked far before the floor steward hurriedly came to dismiss her.

"So it's the Qingxu Sect Leader of the Haihe Association, lord Peng, Fairy Lichen..."

The floor steward scrutinized the group, speaking respectfully as he greeted each one.

Zhang Yao's gaze focused sharply, then he smiled and said:

"Celestial Treasure Tower is indeed considerate."

They did not hide their identities nor change their appearances, and with the capabilities of Celestial Treasure Tower, collecting public information such as the appearances and portraits of Foundation Establishment cultivators was not difficult.

However, for a mere floor steward to memorize the specific information of hundreds of Foundation Establishment cultivators' appearances accurately is clearly a testament to Celestial Treasure Tower's exceptional training methods in hospitality.

"Not worthy of Qingxu Sect Leader's praise."

The floor steward replied with a courteous smile, tentatively asking:

"Esteemed masters are here to attend the grand auction, correct?"

"Of course."

Peng Yue Xian responded, urging quickly:

"Quickly report, arrange accommodation for us."

He has attended the grand auction many times, thus is well accustomed to the various procedures.

Typically, before the grand auction begins, Foundation Establishment cultivators from various places would gather here, and various Daoist Technique seminars, small-scale trade and auction events would occur during this period.

Some Foundation Establishment cultivators who are financially strapped but eager to acquire treasures would also sell some items to exchange for spirit stones, so these events are quite popular.

"Alright, esteemed masters, please follow me."

The floor steward did not dare to be negligent, promptly leading the group to higher levels, sending urgent communications to the upper floors.

Soon, a Foundation Establishment Chief from the Celestial Treasure Tower hurried over, taking over the steward's duties and leading the group to the main building's higher levels.

"Buzzing..."

Amidst the tremors and buzzes, a light-gold cabin ascended, swiftly piercing through the ocean of clouds.

"This thing really seems like an elevator, it's evident that the Cultivation Realm is indeed filled with ingenious ideas."

Zhang Yao marveled and commented.

Flying is prohibited within Celestial Treasure Tower, but since the tower is too high, walking on foot alone is too slow, thus someone specially set up this large magical artifact akin to an elevator.

"By the way, fellow Daoist."

Zhang Yao suddenly inquired, addressing the Foundation Establishment Chief beside him:

"Has lord Haihe from Fuhai Sect arrived?"

"Lord Haihe? He arrived here a couple of days ago."

The Foundation Establishment Chief replied, smiling:

"You are the current Association Leader of Haihe, surely you have a close relationship with lord Haihe."

"If you wish to visit him, he resides in Room A-3 on the three hundred twenty-fifth level."

Upon hearing this, Zhang Yao waved his hand and said:

"I indeed wish to visit him, but could I trouble you, fellow Daoist, to arrange my room close to lord Haihe's."

"This..."

The Foundation Establishment Chief hesitated, then spoke:

"This is indeed possible, but all the rooms adjacent to lord Haihe are occupied. We can only arrange for you to be on the same level, as close as possible."

Saying this, he glanced at Peng Yue Xian, Master Cang'er, and others, apologetically:

"However, only you can reside on the three hundred twenty-fifth level."

"The remaining fellow Daoists of Haihe Association will have to be accommodated on lower floors, I hope Qingxu Sect Leader and fellow Daoists won't mind..."

"No problem, follow the hosts' arrangements."

Peng Yue Xian and others responded, immediately waving their hands to indicate no concern.

The Cultivation Realm also values hierarchy and status, they were accustomed to such arrangements, as always while accompanying lord Haihe to the grand auction.

The three hundred twenty-fifth level is the highest externally open level of Celestial Treasure Tower, beyond which only internal members can access.

"Alright, arrange it as such."

Zhang Yao nodded in agreement.

Since Old Peng and the others didn't mind, he naturally wouldn't oppose.

Soon after, the group said farewell in the cabin, led personally by another Foundation Establishment Chief of Celestial Treasure Tower to the three hundred twenty-fifth level.

"This Room A-17 belongs to you."

The Foundation Establishment Chief said, handing over an Array Token.

"Good, thank you, fellow Daoist."

Zhang Yao accepted it smoothly, casually expressed thanks, and instilled his Divine Thought and magical power, refining the token in his hand.

"Buzz!"

Refining instantaneously, the white jade door in front of him subtly vibrated, the faint white light turning blue, indicating occupancy.

"Qingxu Sect Leader, please feel free to call for assistance anytime."

After speaking with a smile, the Foundation Establishment Chief politely took his leave.

Zhang Yao retracted his gaze, infused magical power into the token in hand, the blue light ahead faded, the jade door silently opened.

He entered the room, took a stroll, using his own small magical artifact, he boiled water, brewed a pot of spirit tea.

"Hmm, the quality of this spirit tea is quite good too..."

After finishing a cup of tea, Zhang Yao leisurely left the room, heading to visit lord Haihe.