Read Novel Full Reborn into a New Sect, the Pitiful Girl is Doted on by All the Big Shots Chapter 262
Chapter 262: Treasure-Seeking Flying Rabbit.
Having formed an alliance, the three of them stopped talking and walked side by side in tacit understanding, venturing deeper into the secret realm.
Nearly ten years had passed since the Fallen Star Secret Realm opened. Most cultivators who entered during the initial phase had already been eliminated. Those still competing now were undoubtedly top experts from various factions. All three understood clearly that if they could join forces to eliminate Ye Mingshuang, their greatest obstacle, then the Heavenly Ladder Law… would be within their grasp.
Time passed quietly in the outside world, and soon it was the day of the Treasure Appreciation Fair.
At the foot of Shura Mountain, the morning mist had yet to disperse. Shen Ci took out a stack of faintly glowing talismans and a small jade bottle from her Naring, handing them to You Ying who was already prepared:
“Young Lady You Ying, we shall part ways here. Take care on your journey and may the winds be favorable.”
She bowed solemnly with cupped hands, while Da Hua and Xiao Lie beside her also clasped their fists in unison: “Take care.”
You Ying carefully stored the talismans and healing pills in the spot closest to her heart, then looked up at Shen Ci:
“Thank you, A-Ci. I will remember this kindness. If I can safely overcome this trial… I will definitely return to repay you.”Meeting is fate itself, no need for such courtesy. Just take care.”
With that, Shen Ci took Xiao Lie and Da Hua and rose on sword control, flying directly toward the venue of the Treasure Appreciation Fair—Celestial Light Treasure Garden.
Celestial Light Treasure Garden was located in the most prosperous core area of Sky Promise City. It was a magnificent open-air platform built from snow-white spiritual jade and Starry Stones, rumored to be capable of accommodating over ten thousand cultivators simultaneously, with extraordinary presence.
When the three arrived via sword control, the treasure garden was already bustling with figures. Cultivators in various splendid robes and magical garments moved about like weaving shuttles. The sounds of conversation, bargaining, and the spiritual lights and noises from opening and closing treasures intertwined into a scene of prosperous activity.
Shen Ci secretly confirmed once more that her, Da Hua’s, and Xiao Lie’s disguises were intact, then slightly settled her mind and led the two into the treasure garden with the flow of the crowd.
“Wow—”
Just after entering, Da Hua couldn’t help but let out a soft exclamation of amazement.
Across the vast open-air platform stood hundreds of neatly arranged Shimmering Display Platforms. Spirit Mist swirled between the platforms, serving both as separators and adding an air of mystery and splendor to the displayed treasures.
Further away, the main platform stood tall, clearly reserved for the most precious finale items. Light from the unobstructed dome shone down, making the entire treasure garden gleam with flowing treasure lights, truly living up to its “Celestial Light” name.
“Tsk tsk tsk,” Da Hua intimately linked arms with Shen Ci, her eyes barely able to take it all in, “Good heavens, this setup is way too extravagant, right? Truly worthy of being crafted by the joint efforts of the Five Great Families.”
Shen Ci looked around, seeing on the hundreds of radiant display platforms: rare thousand-year spiritual plants, ancient treasures with restrained brilliance, various spirit tools with sharp auras… an dazzling array of treasures almost enough to dazzle the eyes.
She couldn’t help but murmur in admiration: “This is even more satisfying than shopping…”Xiao Lei tightly held Shen Ci’s hand and immediately leaned in upon hearing this, saying earnestly: ‘A-, A-Ci, what do you like?” I, I’ll buy it for you!”
“Pfft.” Da Hua couldn’t hold back her laughter, teasing, “You still have money? Didn’t you use up all your Spirit Crystals buying that dress last time? But seriously though…”
She looked Shen Ci up and down, her eyes filled with admiration: “A-Ci, you look absolutely stunning in this red dress—it brings out your entire aura! What a pity you’re currently in disguise, so no one else gets to see you like this.”
Shen Ci waved her hand dismissively and chuckled, “It’s just a superficial appearance. I don’t really care about such things.”
Xiao Lie, however, secretly tugged at Shen Ci’s sleeve and whispered with a hint of pride, “A-Ci, don’t listen to that flashy chicken! I have money! When I returned to the Snowy Domain this time, I brought back a lot of Spirit Crystals from home!”
Da Hua was so exasperated her face darkened, glaring fiercely, “You’re the flashy chicken! I am a Pure Yang Golden Phoenix! A Golden Phoenix!”
“Hahaha…” Shen Ci covered her mouth, laughing heartily at their bickering.
Collecting herself, she carefully scanned the surroundings and noticed that at the forefront of each exhibition area, there were small groups of cultivators dressed in uniform, responsible for introductions and answering questions.
After a moment’s thought, she led the two toward an elderly cultivator with white hair and beard, who appeared the oldest and most composed.
Shen Ci stepped forward, bowed respectfully, and asked gently, “Elder, may I trouble you to inquire about a certain treasure? Would it be convenient?”
The old cultivator looked up from the jade slip in his hand, slightly surprised as he glanced at her. Stroking his beard, he smiled and said, “Young lady, today’s Treasure Appreciation Fair gathers rare treasures from across the land. Whatever treasure you seek, you’ll likely find it here. Why bother asking specifically?”
Shen Ci shook her head, her tone serious, “It probably isn’t here. What I’m looking for… is the Fleeting Life Spring.”
“Fleeting Life Spring?” The old cultivator laughed heartily upon hearing this, brushing it off, “It’s merely a spring that can awaken some old memories. How could it be considered a rare treasure?”
Shen Ci and Xiao Lie were both startled by his words. They exchanged a glance, seeing uncontrollable excitement in each other’s eyes—he knew!
Suppressing her excitement, Shen Ci pressed further, “Elder, do you know about the Fleeting Life Spring?”
“Of course,” the old cultivator set down the jade slip, his expression calm, “Though it’s not a top-tier treasure, it is indeed quite rare. Why, young lady, do you need it urgently?”
Shen Ci nodded emphatically, “Yes! Very urgently!”
Following her gaze, the old cultivator raised his hand and pointed toward a crowded exhibition area across the way. “I don’t know the exact location of the Fleeting Life Spring, but if you can obtain the treasure over there, it will lead you to it. That would be the Treasure-Seeking Flying Rabbit.”
Shen Ci looked in the direction he pointed and saw a crowd gathered around a small, snow-white rabbit with unusually long ears, arguing heatedly beside the display platform.
She was somewhat surprised. The old cultivator continued to explain, “The Treasure-Seeking Flying Rabbit is one of the most keen-sniffing mystical beasts in the world. Just tell it what you’re looking for, and it can follow the faint aura of the treasure to guide you. However…” He stroked his beard, a hint of amusement flashing in his eyes, “This rabbit is quite cunning and has a proud temperament. Not everyone can tame it. Go on, see if you have the fate to catch it.”
Without another word, Shen Ci turned and hurried toward the opposite exhibition area. Seeing this, Xiao Lie and Da Hua quickly followed.
As soon as the three left, the old cultivator watched their retreating figures, his brow involuntarily furrowing. He turned to look at the noisy, bustling crowd across the way, and a faint, inexplicable unease suddenly crossed his mind.
“What’s going on…” he murmured to himself, instinctively pulling his collar tighter. “Why does it suddenly feel… so cold?”
Across from him, the group of cultivators scrambling for the Treasure-Seeking Flying Rabbit also noticed the anomaly almost simultaneously, whispering among themselves:
“Damn… is it just me? Why did it suddenly get so cold?”
“I feel it too! Strange, I’ve been impervious to heat and cold since my Foundation Establishment, this sensation…”
A chill that seemed to penetrate deep into the marrow was quietly spreading through this bustling space, starkly contrasting with the surrounding scene of shimmering treasure lights and lively chatter.