Chapter 953 - 696: Cyan Dome Tree City (Part 2)

Chapter 953: Chapter 696: Cyan Dome Tree City (Part 2)

The maid across from him was momentarily stunned upon hearing this, as she obviously hadn’t expected the ordinary-looking middle-aged cultivator to have such a grand tone, asking to see their General Steward right away.

It’s well known that the General Steward of the Nine Spirits Commerce Association holds a prestigious position and is extremely busy, even a Venerable Divinity Transformation cannot easily meet them.

However, the welcoming etiquette of the Nine Spirits Commerce Association is very high; after hearing Qin Ming’s request, she still very politely asked:

"Does Elder have an appointment? I will pass the message."

"Appointment?" Qin Ming recalled in his mind the girl clad in a light green goose skirt back then, like an elf.

"Just say an old acquaintance from Wansen Immortal City wishes to see her, the surname is Lii."

The maid hesitated upon hearing this but still said: "Elder Lii, have a cup of Spirit Tea and rest for a moment, I will immediately convey your message."

After speaking, she hastily walked towards the courtyard inside.

Inside the Nine Spirits Commerce Association, within a tranquil independent courtyard.

A fair-faced woman wearing a light green long skirt was handling affairs at her desk in the study.

But at this moment, there was a hint of sorrow on her face, seemingly faced with some difficulty.

The maid passed through numerous corridors and pavilions, finally reaching the outside of the study.

She didn’t believe the General Steward would meet the human middle-aged cultivator outside, but came with determination.

She was still slightly nervous, fearing to interrupt the General Steward’s affairs and be reprimanded.

After all, she wasn’t quite familiar with the new General Steward’s temperament and character.

It’s said the steward hasn’t rested properly for several days, and subordinates wouldn’t dare mess things up at this moment.

"Greetings, General Steward. There is a human elder with the surname Lii outside, claiming to be your old acquaintance from Wansen Immortal City and wants to meet you."

After the maid spoke, she was anxious, even sweating in her palms.

Faced with such a significant figure, she had to be extremely careful, fearing to lose her position.

"What?!"

A voice of astonishment came from the study.

The maid suddenly found another person before her.

It was their newly appointed General Steward of Cyan Dome Tree City Nine Spirits Commerce Association.

Then, a remark that greatly surprised the maid echoed in the air.

"Quickly take me there; I want to meet personally." Qian Mo Fairy urged, her beautiful eyes surprisingly showing a hint of joy.

"Yes!" The maid promptly accepted the order and breathed a long sigh of relief.

Then she couldn’t help but wonder who the human cultivator outside actually was.

How could they warrant a personal reception from their General Steward at the Nine Spirits Commerce Association?

Moments later.

Qin Ming was waiting when he saw the maid leading Qian Mo Fairy to the hall.

As soon as Qian Mo Fairy saw Qin Ming, she immediately smiled eagerly, greeted him joyfully: "Elder Lii! It’s really you! Please come inside for a chat."

"Qian Mo Fairy, it’s been a while. I didn’t expect you’d advanced to the Nascent Soul Stage and become the steward of the major commerce association, congratulations!" Qin Ming greeted back with a smiling tone.

Qian Mo Fairy smiled elegantly, "It’s largely thanks to Elder Lii’s grace. Without your extermination of the Demon Venerable at Wansen Immortal City and gifting me the Wood Spirit Soul, I couldn’t have grown to this level today."

"Speaking of which, Elder Lii is truly my great benefactor."

"I didn’t expect to see you again; let me entertain you properly."

"No need for formality, I’ve come to the Wood Crystal Race with matters that may need your help," Qin Ming replied with a smile.

Qian Mo Fairy was quite surprised, knowing from her perspective, this human Elder Lii easily exterminated the Divinity Transformation Demon Venerable over a hundred years ago, like slaughtering chickens and dogs.

Is there anything that would bring him back here?

"Please come inside, Elder Lii!"

Then, Qian Mo Fairy invited Qin Ming into one of the separate courtyards within the commerce association.

After the two left, the cultivators in the hall and the welcoming maids were all astonished.

They quietly began to speculate about what sort of deep relationship this Human Race Cultivator Elder might have with their own Steward.

...

In a green pavilion atop the canopy, with an excellent view, seemingly amidst the clouds, one could overlook the entire Cyan Vault Immortal City.

Qian Mo Fairy had the finest Spirit Wine and Spiritual Food prepared to entertain Qin Ming with a lavish table spread.

All were specialties from various places of the Spirit Realm, including Spiritual Objects unseen even in Celestial Star City.

Seeing the Heaven-Devouring Rats in the Little Spirit Realm were restless, Qin Ming let them out to enjoy the Spiritual Food together.

"Haha! These are some Spirit Pets I’ve raised, I hope Qian Mo Fairy doesn’t mind."

Qian Mo Fairy looked at the transformed Great Demons among the Heaven-Devouring Rats and was quite astonished in her gaze: "No problem, I will have more Spirit Wine and Spiritual Food prepared."

"Hehehe! This Fairy is indeed gracious, we didn’t expect so many great things here, next time when you come to our Little Turtle Peak, we’ll treat you well." Said the Heaven-Devouring Rat, as it and the Little Silver Foxes started toasting and ate freely.

Qin Ming and Qian Mo Fairy also drank Spirit Wine and engaged in conversation.

The two hadn’t seen each other for over a hundred years, and both had undergone great changes since their last meeting.

Qian Mo Fairy still couldn’t discern Qin Ming’s cultivation, only feeling that compared to before, he seemed even more profound and unfathomable.

He must have advanced his cultivation yet again.

After conversing for half a day, Qian Mo Fairy asked, "Elder Lii, is there any significant matter that brings you to Cyan Dome Tree City this time?"

Qin Ming set down his wine glass and straightforwardly explained his purpose: "I heard there’s Taiyi Yin Jade in the Wood Crystal Race, and I’ve come specifically for this item."

Upon hearing this, Qian Mo Fairy was also surprised; she didn’t expect Elder Lii to possess such secretive information.

"Not to hide from Elder Lii, but indeed over ten years ago, three pieces of Taiyi Yin Jade flowed into Cyan Vault Immortal City, and they are within our commerce association." Qian Mo Fairy said, somewhat puzzled, "However, this item is extraordinary as a Tier Six Heaven and Earth Spiritual Object, and the number of people aware of its presence here is extremely limited, including myself. How did Elder Lii precisely obtain this information?"

"Haha! I have a few channels and happened to learn this matter. It’s not certain, but upon hearing the news, I came to investigate." Qin Ming replied with a faint smile.

The Heaven-Devouring Rat at the table mumbled with food in its mouth, turning its head and said, "Qian... Qian Mo Fairy, so the item is here with you, that’s truly great."

"It was worth traveling billions of miles for this."

"My master lacks anything but Spirit Stones, you name your price, hehe!"

Qin Ming had the same intention; since he had found the item, he was prepared to pay a price to acquire it.

Having this item would advance his plans for Void Refining significantly.

But at this moment, Qian Mo Fairy hesitated for a moment and explained: "Elder Lii, you may not know that though the Taiyi Yin Jade is held by the commerce association, even though my authority within it is significant, I can’t move this item..."

"This item was mortgaged to our commerce association by a Void Refining Elder from our race a few decades ago, in exchange for a treasure. I expect that elder will redeem it in the next couple of years."

After hearing the reason, Qin Ming furrowed his brow.

Unexpectedly, these three pieces of Taiyi Yin Jade were owned by a powerful Void Refining elder from the Wood Crystal Race.

’This might be difficult to manage...’

’Did I come all this way for nothing?’

However, at this moment.

A Nine Spirits Commerce Association attendant hurriedly entered from outside the villa, went straight to Qian Mo Fairy, appearing to have something urgent to report, though hesitated upon seeing Qin Ming at the table.

"Speak, what is it?" Qian Mo Fairy, without avoiding Qin Ming, said casually.

It was only then the attendant bowed and reported: "Reporting to General Steward, an urgent report has come from Tree Heart Holy Hall; something has happened there."

"Additionally, Elder Feng Qi has returned to the Immortal City, currently in the Holy Hall, requesting you to head there immediately..."

"What?!" Upon hearing this news, Qian Mo’s delicate eyebrows furrowed in subtle worry.

The situation she feared had finally occurred.

Qin Ming saw her expression and asked, "Qian Mo Fairy, has some trouble arisen? Is there any way I might be able to assist?"

The saying goes that accepting someone’s hospitality comes with the obligation to repay in kind.

It was all the fault of the Heaven-Devouring Rats and the others who had just feasted on her expensive items.

Now that she faced hardship, out of etiquette, Qin Ming felt obliged to offer his help.

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