Chapter 20: Underground Trading Meeting (Part 2)

  Lei Xingfeng couldn't help but say: "I'm going to pee... it's scary..."

  This time, even the mad eagle and the tiger acknowledged that this climate was really not suitable for human habitation. Even wrapped in such a thick fur coat, with only a pair of eyes exposed, everything else bundled up, one could still feel the crazy coldness. If they didn't constantly activate their defenses to drive out the chill inside the coat, they would soon become numb all over.

  After much difficulty, they finally arrived at the first rest stop. Everyone quickly ate some dry rations, slightly recovering their energy, and then plunged back into the raging wind and snow.

  Fortunately, they had a hammerhead and a madman to lead the way. Otherwise, no one would have this skill, and they could find the right path in such weather. This is also a special skill of the local indigenous people. No matter how they walk, they will not get lost.

  It was a rare journey of peace and tranquility, without encountering anyone or any animals along the way.

  After several days of extremely arduous journey, the seven people finally returned to Hanjia Fort.

  ……

  Miao Ling saw Xin Zhaodun and Lei Xingfeng, and began to complain: "I'm freezing to death... I can't even go out... it's too cold..." She curled up in a big pile of animal hides, only revealing her face, which made Lei Xingfeng want to laugh uncontrollably, it was so amusing.

  Xiao Diya sat in front of the heating charcoal basin and said, "It's really good to cultivate here, I'm about to upgrade... It's just that it's really cold here, even wearing so much is useless. I heard from Hong Jie that no one can be seen outside."

  Lei Xingfeng smiled and said: "When we came back, we still saw many locals outside, hehe, but the outsiders were mostly hiding in their rooms to cultivate."

  Xin Zhaolun said, "It won't always be that cold. The characteristic of this place is that after extreme cold, it will ease up for about ten days or so, and then get even colder again, before warming up slightly for a few more days. So don't worry, when the warmer days come, you can still go out and take in some fresh air."

  Although the room was much warmer than outside, Miao Ling still shivered and could only temporarily forget the cold through intense cultivation, thus her cultivation advanced by leaps and bounds.

  Miao Ling said: "That's right, there is one more thing... Hong Jie said that someone brought a invitation and invited us to go somewhere... Xiao Di Ya, you go call Hong Jie over."

  Xiao Di ran to the door, lifted the curtain and shouted outside: "Hong Jie! Hong Jie... come quickly!"

  After shouting a few times, this guy ran back in front of the charcoal brazier and continued to roast the fire.

  A moment later, Hong Jie walked in and said, "What's going on?"

  Miao Lingdao: "Hong Jie ah, that, that invitation..."

  Hong Jie smiled and said: "The invitation is with me, San Ye, Jiu Ye, this was sent by Mao Ye, the underground transaction meeting has already begun, Mao Ye sent several invitations."

  Xin Zhaolun said: "Trading meeting ah, hehe, not bad, I've been preparing for a long time, this must go, Shifu, you also come together."

  Miao Lingdao said: "I don't want to go out, it's freezing to death..."

  Xin Zhaolun smiled and said: "Little fool, underground transaction meeting, that's in the underground, it's warm there."

  Miao Ling's eyes lit up instantly, and she said: "Wow, great, great, I'll go, I want to go...... But, but how can I get out the door?" She was really afraid of the cold.

  Hong Jie smiled and said: "It's very close, you can just drive over with the defensive cover on, this distance is nothing to be afraid of, no matter how cold it gets."

  Miao Ling also reacted and happily said: "Great, great! I'll open up the defense and go past, hehe. Does that underground transaction have a place to stay? Can I rent it?"

  Xin Zhaolun said: "Practicing underground is not as good as practicing on the ground, living downstairs is not a good choice."

  Miao Ling's face suddenly turned sour, and she said: "Okay, go warm up a bit, then come back." Cultivation is more important, this point she was very clear in her heart, absolutely not because of warmth to give up cultivation.

  Lei Xingfeng also had an invitation, he smiled and said: "Interesting, there are only three invitations in total, others don't have them, how did they know... this is centered around the three of us?"

  Xin Zhaolun said, "Don't be surprised, this is our registration. Entering this world doesn't require registration, but entering Hanshui Castle must have a record. This is the rule, mainly to prevent outsiders from doing whatever they want. In Hanshui Castle, some rules are still needed."

  Outsiders all have secret gates, and most of them live in hidden spaces, belonging to the most mysterious part of people. Among the secret gates, there are countless disputes, and battles or even wars often occur. However, one thing that almost never changes is that the True Lord will not participate. The True Lord's battles are limited to among themselves, which is on the surface. In private, it is also a common occurrence for the True Lord to kill some lower-level cultivators.

  There is a tacit understanding between the secret gates. In general, they are more considerate of each other and will not act openly, unless there is an overwhelming benefit, in which case conflicts and battles may occur. However, if it is possible to resolve peacefully, most will choose to negotiate and calm down potential battles. After all, once a battle or war breaks out, the losses will lead to the decline of the secret gates, which is something that both parties do not want to see.

  Xin Zhaolun said, "First go back and rest for a while. Tomorrow we'll go to the trading fair. Ah Feng, Xiao Ling, that place has many good things. Hehe, but you guys need to prepare your own stuff. There, you can barter or use wheel rings, wheel prints, or even better, print rings to make purchases. Of course, print rings are rarely seen, and they're in short supply."

  Lei Xingfeng took Crazy Eagle and Tiger back with him.

  Back in their own room, Crazy Eagle busied himself with lighting the charcoal brazier while Lei Xingfeng set up a large pot to cook a stew. The three of them ate a meal together.

  Feng Ying said: "One invitation can bring two people in, let's go together tomorrow."

  Lei Xingfeng nodded and said: "Alright, I know you got a lot of materials this time. Are you planning to exchange some seal rings?"

  "Here the effect of cultivation is extremely good. If I had an imprint ring, I might be able to advance in rank. Old Tiger should also be about the same."

  "Right, as long as I have enough ring stamps, I can almost advance too. Hehe, being able to go further is my dream come true. The eight-ring true body is still a bit weak, especially when going to the outside world."

  Lei Xingfeng said: "I have always been puzzled by this outer world, how many outer worlds can the secret door lead to?"

  The mad eagle shook his head and said, "I'm not too clear about it either. However, I do know that a true monarch-level expert can possess a secret gate, of course, this secret gate needs to be refined. Moreover, the secret gate of a true monarch level can only open three external worlds. As for how to open it and how to determine the target, it's not something I can understand."

  Lei Xingfeng yearned exceptionally, he said: "I'm gonna make it happen, I must advance to True Monarch!"

  The mad eagle's mouth opened slightly, thought for a moment and closed again. Leixing Peak saw it clearly and said: "Eagle uncle, just say something."

  "Ha ha, I know what he wants to say..."

  Crazy Eagle said: "Cut the crap, I want to say something, you know?"

  "Of course, after all those years together, I know what kind of fart you're going to let out as soon as you lift your butt, haha."

  "Damn it! You'd better tell me, what was I just about to say?"

  "Very simple, you have great doubts about advancing to True Lord..."

  The mad eagle suddenly lost his spirit and muttered: "Damn... this guy, did I show such obvious signs?"

  "Right, it's that obvious."

  Feng Ying had no choice but to admit, "Yes, it's really rare for someone to advance to True Lord. If Ah Feng can advance to True Lord, I'll be overjoyed. Alas, it's tough, Ah Feng. I'm not trying to discourage you, I and Xi Hu are the ones who most hope you'll advance."

  Lei Xingfeng waved his hand and said, "I understand, don't worry, I will definitely be promoted!" He said with full confidence, but in fact he himself did not know if he could be promoted. However, he understood that if he didn't have confidence in himself, then forget about being promoted.

  ……

  The underground transactions in Hanjia Fortress are quite famous in the secret doors, and even a few true monarchs will come quietly to dig up some relatively rare materials.

  This world may not be suitable for living, but it has a large amount of rare materials, making it a very valuable place. However, its harsh climate blocks most people, and only a few elite can collect the good stuff.

  Xin Zhaolun brought Xiaodiya, Lei Xingfeng brought Fēng Huǒ and Shì Hǔ, Miao Ling brought Hong Jie, to the underground trading meeting.

  The address of the trading hall is in a huge underground space under Hanshui Castle, covering an area of more than 800 square meters. It's not big or small, because there are not many people who have the qualifications to come here, so even if it's over 800 square meters, it's still relatively empty.

  Sparse stalls, most people wandering back and forth.

  "Is... this really the Trading Association? It's too deserted."

  Xin Zhaolun smiled and said, "It's nothing, this is just a small external transaction, there will be a small auction later."

  Lei Xingfeng nodded and said: "What are the conditions for participating in the auction?"

  Xin Zhaolun said: "We must take out some items for auction or take out some seals as a guarantee."

  Lei Xingfeng smiled and said: "We got so many purple crystals, let's take out a few to auction off, I'll see how much this thing is worth."

  Xin Zhaolun said: "Don't use large ones, use a few small purple crystals to probe the wind."

  Lei Xingfeng responded with a sound, and before he could speak, someone in the distance suddenly shouted: "Bullshit! Do you want to rob?"

  Xin Zhaolun whispered: "Fall back!"

  Boom!

  Two people suddenly took action, and a fierce battle broke out, sending shockwaves rippling through the hall, where everyone immediately activated their defenses to resist.

  "Miao Ling exclaimed: "My goodness, how dare they make a move here... it's going to collapse!"

  Hong Jie shielded her and said: "Withdraw, withdraw quickly!"

  The mad eagle and the tiger-loving one stood guard on either side of Lei Xingfeng, while Xin Zhaolun couldn't help but curse: "Damn it, must be a newcomer, doesn't understand anything, dares to take action, really asking for death!"

  The crowd in the hall quickly dispersed, immediately revealing the two people who had just fought.

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