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Acacia sect.
Their branches are densely packed throughout the mortal realm, while the branch of Ten Thousand Trees City actually occupies an entire towering tree.
This tree-bound realm, divided into thousands of floors, is entirely the territory of the Hehuan Sect, a place of dazzling lights and extravagant spending, a terrifying den of iniquity.
In the upper echelons of the Tree Realm, a woman knocked on the door of a massive palace: "Greetings, Elder."
"What is it?" A cold voice asked through the thin veil.
The woman bowed and said, "There is a male cultivator in the city who wants to join our Hehuan Sect and is willing to pay 10 billion Tree City Coins."
"Where did this rich dog come from?" The elder raised an eyebrow. "Is he skilled in dual cultivation? If he can't even fight opponents of higher levels, then no amount of money is worth it!"
The woman shook her head: "That male cultivator doesn't seem to have a Daoist partner; he only keeps some mechanical puppets at home..."
Upon hearing this, the elder chuckled.
"Don't ask me about that."
"Yes, Elder..." The woman lowered her head and dared not say more.
Chapter 167 What is Money Power? (3k)
Tree Realm City.
Lin Ye researched online for a while to see what unique and valuable techniques still existed in this era... and found some! But they were mostly prohibited items controlled by the Star Alliance.
The highest-grade resources from the era of the Giant Gods were exclusively available to Nascent Soul cultivators.
When Lin Ye first arrived in the Age of Giants, he thought their limit was at least the Nascent Soul stage...
Little did anyone know, the limit was only the peak of the Nascent Soul stage.
The situation is much more difficult than initially imagined.
The limit for cultivators is only the peak of the Nascent Soul stage; to wage an impossible war against a giant god in the Mahayana stage...
The difference between the Nascent Soul stage and the Mahayana stage is immeasurable.
In their struggle for survival, the Covenant burned everything in this land that could be consumed.
Lin Ye let out a breath.
"Once I transform the miniature golden core into a nascent soul, my aura will be equivalent to that of a nascent soul cultivator."
"At that time, I will only need to advance the first level of the miniature Nascent Soul to perfection, which is equivalent to the first level of the Golden Core of other cultivators. The power aura I release will already be at the peak of the Nascent Soul stage."
"If we act prudently, we can acquire the highest-grade resources of this era... If only we could find rare and precious items..."
"Isn't that a bit cunning?" Lin Ye smiled. "In the war against the giant god, my role will be much greater than that of a peak Nascent Soul cultivator. You can't blame me for that."
"However, unlike the ancient era of cultivation where the strong were respected, the leaders of the Star Alliance are a group of cunning old men who have been through a kind of infighting, like raising poisonous insects."
“What is fake is still fake. If it weren’t for the Star of Discipline as insurance, I would have had to abandon this plan.”
"It's not easy to pull tricks in front of them; this matter needs to be carefully considered."
A glint of light flashed in Lin Ye's eyes.
He stood up, ready to go back. He had already learned what had happened and sold everything, so there was no need to wander around anymore.
Unexpectedly, Boss Ye suddenly returned, looking somewhat weak.
"Fellow Daoist Lin, news from the Joyful Union Sect has arrived!"
Lin Ye was taken aback. Didn't he just say he'd help inquire about it next time he went to the Joyful Union Sect...?
You're already craving it as soon as you finished talking?
They're back already... I'm not kidding, that was fast!
"Well, what if they made a special trip for me..." Lin Ye smiled and asked, "Boss Ye, how's it going?"
"Fellow Daoist Lin, it's like this..."
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Ten Thousand Trees City, Lin Family.
Lin Ye raised an eyebrow slightly: "The Hehuan Sect won't accept you?"
"Yes, but the Hehuan Sect says the minimum requirement for male cultivators is the ability to fight beyond their level in dual cultivation..." The steward behind Boss Ye said with clasped hands.
Mr. Ye sighed, "I think they just made up an excuse to refuse, saying they were sorry."
Lin Ye smiled and said, "Thank you for your trouble, Mr. Ye. I am grateful for your kindness and helpfulness."
"Since the matter wasn't resolved, I can't accept Fellow Daoist Lin's thanks," Boss Ye said with a smile. "If there's anything else you need in the future, just let me know!"
Lin Ye appeared calm, but inwardly he harbored some resentment towards the Hehuan Sect.
Alright, it's normal for the Hehuan Sect not to accept outsiders with questionable identities. Even just conveying a message is meaningful.
But why can't I fight opponents of higher levels anymore?
The Hehuan Sect... has seriously underestimated me!
That being said, even if Lin Ye were to register his name at the Hehuan Sect, his only intention was to find a way to steadily convert money into contraband.
Although Boss Ye is very wealthy, he lacks martial arts skills and his personal cultivation level is only at the late Foundation Establishment stage. It would be difficult for him to obtain high-level contraband.
As for dual cultivation, Lin Ye will still return to his home from the Dark Ages.
After all, cultivators in this era don't have the bloodline of exotic beasts. Even when looking for a partner, they'd prefer something more powerful than an ordinary cultivator...
If, conversely, one needs to use dual cultivation to prove their eligibility to join the Joyful Union Sect, then it would not align with Lin Ye's original intention.
'That's enough. We'll have our own plans to acquire the highest-level resources of this era in the future...'
"What we're seeking now are some lesser-tier contraband items. Besides the Hehuan Sect, there are other ways, such as going through the back doors of various city lords in the Star Alliance."
'I just need to conceal my ability to consistently produce a large number of magical artifacts before I make contact with higher-ups.'
Lin Ye felt a little disheartened.
Since I began studying the path of dual cultivation, when have I ever been so neglected by the Hehuan Sect?
Your ancestors all wanted to bring me into their homes!
The Hehuan Sect in this timeline is incredibly rude!
Lin Ye said in a muffled voice, "Boss Ye, I need to go into seclusion to heal my injuries..."
"I won't be going out for at least the next few days."
"Alright, I wish Fellow Daoist Lin a speedy recovery!"
Back to the Dark Ages.
Time flowed one by one, and less than an hour had passed. The weather outside was now beautiful.
Lin Ye went out and found Alchemist Xiao, who was moving house.
"Young Master Lin..." Alchemist Xiao was connecting the alchemy furnace to the earth's veins when he saw Lin Ye and exclaimed with delight, "The place you chose is truly wonderful!"
"Thanks to you for killing the great demon here, this powerful fire-elemental vein was created!"
Lin Ye smiled and said, "I'm glad you like it."
During the age of the giants, he made contact with Emperor Yan.
However, when Lin Ye was in Tree Realm City, he had very little time to contact Emperor Yan and could only exchange a few words with him.
We need to ask Alchemist Xiao to see if it matches his family's ancestor... Besides, Emperor Yan is just a code name given to him by Lin Ye; we don't even know what his real name is yet.
Lin Ye laughed and said, "Alchemist Xiao, didn't you always say that your ancestors were once wealthy and that some of them even ascended to immortality?"
"I'm quite curious about the story of this ascendant."
Alchemist Xiao's eyes lit up: "Oh, Young Master Lin is also interested in the deeds of my ancestors? That's wonderful!"
"Then I'll have to dig out my family tree..."
"If you need it, I'll have someone from my hometown send some documents over."
Lin Ye nodded and said, "I'll trouble you, Fellow Daoist Xiao."
Alchemist Xiao was taken aback for a moment, then said, "By the way, with Young Master Lin's potential, isn't ascension just a matter of time..."
"Although I don't know how my ancestors fared in the Immortal Realm, nine thousand years have passed! I have an ancient keepsake passed down in my family, which I will give to Young Master Lin as well!"
Alchemist Xiao felt that he might be able to help Young Master Lin, and excitedly said, "I'll send someone to deliver the token right away!"
Lin Ye was somewhat surprised: "Your family only has one keepsake?"
"Giving it to me, I'm afraid it might be a bit..."
Alchemist Xiao laughed and said, "It's alright. There's only one that was passed down directly from nine thousand years ago, but there are other tokens. Moreover, if any member of our family can ascend, there will be bloodline proof."
"Good!" Lin Ye patted Alchemist Xiao on the shoulder: "Very valuable, thank you."
Although they had already made contact with Emperor Yan through the same source of strange fire.
However, this token reveals that Alchemist Xiao is extremely sincere.
Alchemist Xiao said, "Alas, what a pity... Most of our family's secret techniques have been lost, otherwise we could have offered them to Young Master Lin for his research."
"Nine thousand years have passed since our ancestors ascended to heaven, and our once powerful family has gradually declined over the long period of time."
Alchemist Xiao sighed, hands on his hips.
"By your generation, haven't we risen again?"
Alchemist Xiao smiled and said, "Young Master Lin is too kind."
Lin Ye recalled that he had brought many rare and precious materials from Tree Realm City.
Although the grade is not high, the quantity is large enough to make a big show of it.
Moreover, at this time of year, rare and precious natural treasures are extremely scarce.
Lin Ye's expression changed, and he said, "I've already made arrangements for your Nascent Soul Ceremony. We must celebrate it properly."
This is a perfect opportunity to use the inexhaustible resources of various cultivation arts to recruit cultivators from all walks of life who are currently experiencing a downturn in their respective industries!
After the bloodshed, the Hundred Arts cultivators will regain their rightful place, so that's why...
Buy the dip! Buy the dip!
A surge of excitement welled up in Lin Ye's heart.
Alchemist Xiao was flattered and exclaimed, "Young Master Lin, this is probably inappropriate. Rare and precious herbs are so expensive these days!"
"I should have paid for the baby-gathering banquet myself, how could I let Young Master Lin spend the money..."
"Haha, don't be so polite with me!"
You're welcome.
after all.
In the era of the Giant Gods, Lin Ye could buy as many low-grade natural treasures as he wanted.
What do you mean by unlimited money?!
Alchemist Xiao said gratefully, "Then... thank you very much, Young Master Lin!"
Lin Ye waved goodbye and went home.
Back home, Lin Ye tapped Huang Zhou: "Huang Zhou, how are the spiritual material reserves?"
"Reporting to Master, the supplies are plentiful. If the entry limit is set at the Foundation Establishment stage, it is enough to host a grand banquet for 100,000 people!"
"What are you talking about? The warehouse is full of first-grade spiritual materials..." Lin Ye frowned. "Call in the Qi Refining stage cultivators too, and make the biggest show of it!"
"Yes, Master."
Chapter 168 This is True Dual Cultivation (4.5k)
Lin House.
Lin Ye thought for a moment and then went to Bai Yue's room.