Big Data Cultivation-Chapter 2008 - 2010: Visitors from Wuyou Terrace

The cultivators of the Tianxin Platform act very freely, with no relatively fixed allies among the Four Sects and Five Platforms.

Ji Buseng is even more representative of this free-spirited way, to the point that when he thought of needing to bring in a platform, he didn’t know whom to choose.

So he simply considered it from Feng Jun’s perspective—whom would he prefer to participate in the spirit vein construction?

Undoubtedly, it would be the Wuyou Platform, as Feng Jun had quite a lot of dealings with them before.

Even when he was still weak, the cultivators from Wuyou Platform had interacted with him and even participated in the construction of Mount Zhige.

Later, Feng Jun didn’t stay that close to Wuyou Platform, not because of any conflicts, but because the related business had decreased.

Thinking of this, Ji Buseng contacted Master Qingge, who was in charge at Wuyou Platform.

Master Qingge, of course, knew about White Pebble Beach. Hearing about such a good opportunity, he was certainly willing to participate. However, Wuyou Platform had a lot of miscellaneous affairs recently, and even the Golden Core cultivators couldn’t make it. Sending over lower-ranked disciples might be disrespectful to Mountain Master Feng.

So Master Qingge asked Master Busheng to help register first, promising that a master would arrive in a few days.

However, the cultivators of Wuyou Platform lived up to their name "Wuyou," not worried, as it took more than ten days for any master to actually come. Instead, over ten upper-level disciples showed up, including Yan Shangren, who had previously discussed formations with Feng Jun.

These upper-level disciples stated that their Golden Core cultivators would be arriving shortly; until then, if there was anything at White Pebble Beach, they could be contacted.

Ji Buseng was so angry that he nearly spat blood. This truly was a case of urgent wind meeting a slow doctor; Wuyou Platform’s attitude was just too lax!

So he did not allow these upper-level disciples to disturb Feng Jun but felt compelled to explain the situation to Feng Jun himself.

"Let’s go with Wuyou Platform then," Feng Jun nodded indifferently, "I haven’t seen Yan Shangren in a while, Jiu Shan, go invite Yan Shangren here."

It had been a long time indeed, and surprisingly, Yan Shangren had advanced a level to the third level of the initial stage, though still in the early stages.

Yan Shangren was fond of studying formations and wasn’t particularly good at socializing. Now that Feng Jun had reached the Golden Core stage, even a slight release of his aura made Yan Shangren anxious and unsure of how to handle it, having seldom interacted closely even with Golden Cores from Wuyou Platform!

Feng Jun still wanted to reminisce about old times, but the feeling was just not the same.

After a polite chat, he took out a token and handed it to Yan Shangren—it allowed for one free divination during the transition to the intermediate stage.

Yan Shangren had heard how amazing Feng Jun’s divination was. Grateful, he took the token and left with many thanks.

Though his network wasn’t extensive, due to his expertise in formations he had some connections with Tiantong, so after leaving the manor, he first took a walk to the Tiantong Courtyard.

However, being taken away by Mountain Master Feng, the other upper-level disciples from Wuyou Platform were curious. Seeing that he didn’t return to the Wuyou Platform’s camp but instead headed to Tiantong Courtyard, several disciples followed to see what he was up to.

Yan Shangren had no other intentions, just wanted to consult with the people from Tiantong about the value of this token.

"A divination token for the intermediate stage," the people from Tiantong were accustomed to such items, "Seven thousand Spirit Stones... hmm, considering there’s no sect restriction, it could be raised to seventy-five hundred. You, the upper-level from Wuyou Platform, judging by your recent visit to Mountain Master Feng, was this a gift?"

Yan Shangren nodded in confusion, "Yes, it was a gift, I’m an old acquaintance of Mountain Master Feng."

"Then you should sell it," a high-ranking disciple emerged from the back courtyard, "Being familiar with Mountain Master Feng, acquiring such things shouldn’t be difficult."

"Are you trying to cheat again, Tiantong?" A middle-stage disciple in a loose cultivator’s attire chuckled from behind Yan Shangren, "Eight thousand Spirit Stones, I’ll take it."

"How are we being unfair?" The high-ranking disciple from Tiantong grunted displeased, "This is, after all, White Pebble Beach, Mountain Master Feng’s territory; do we dare to underprice here? It’s you raising prices absurdly!"

"Get real," the middle-stage disciple shook his head dismissively, "This thing could sell for over ten thousand Spirit Stones outside, and you say you’re not a profiteer?"

The high-ranking disciple from Tiantong rolled his eyes, "Please get it clear, this is the origin place, the prices shouldn’t be raised indiscriminately." 𝑓𝑟𝑒𝘦𝓌𝑒𝑏𝑛𝑜𝘷𝑒𝘭.𝒸𝘰𝑚

The middle-stage disciple smiled, "Prices should rise at the source. Many seeking divination don’t have tokens and would be anxious to buy. Isn’t the price then determined by you?"

The high-ranking disciple from Tiantong was disturbed, his expression turning stern, "The market is spoiled by you loose cultivators, I’m telling you, move along before you cause trouble at Tiantong Courtyard."

Just then, a Golden Core Divine Sense descended; it was Master Ji who recognized the intruder, "Kid, does Gongyang Youyu know you’re causing this commotion?"

"Greetings, Master," the middle-stage disciple cupped his hands respectfully toward the air, with a playful grin, "We’re just in need of divination tokens at home, so we came out to purchase some with Spirit Stones, not intending to create trouble."

Master Ji couldn’t do much to this guy either. Tiantong is definitely stronger than the Gongyang Family in terms of power, but personally, he’s no match for them, especially since there are two High-Rank Golden Cores nearby from the Gongyang Family, while he’s just Mid-Stage.

So, there’s no way to blow this out of proportion. He snorted coldly, "If you want to acquire, once outside of Tiantong, we won’t interfere. But if you continue to mess around in this courtyard, I won’t be polite!"

The Intermediate Out of Dust from the Gongyang Family didn’t dare to act recklessly anymore and turned to leave, muttering, "Eight thousand five, I’ll take it!"

"I’m not selling," Elder Yan retorted irritably, then turned around and saw a few fellow sect members, "What, you guys are here too?"

"Junior Brother Yan, luck favors you," an Elder from the High-Rank Out of Dust realm looked at him, his eyes filled with envy, "Just casually visiting old friends yields such generous gifts; Mountain Master Feng sure has a sense of nostalgia."

Elder Yan nodded, "Mountain Master Feng indeed cherishes old memories. It’s just a pity that I dare not speak much with him... His presence is overwhelming."

The group chatted as they walked out, and the Gongyang Family member followed again, "Friend, eight thousand five, will you sell?"

Elder Yan recognized who the other party was. The pressure from a secret realm clan is quite intense, and his cultivation level is high. However, ultimately, Elder Yan shook his head, "Sorry friend, Mountain Master Feng is sentimental, how could I betray this deep affection?"

The Intermediate Out of Dust grunted feeling wronged, yet he dared not make trouble for the Wuyou Platform cultivator, "Actually, you have connections, why not buy some tokens at a low price? The settlement price with Mountain Master Feng and Taiqing, and Crimson Phoenix is quite cheap."

Before Elder Yan could respond, the High-Rank Out of Dust from Wuyou Platform spoke up, "Well, friend, you might as well seek tokens from Taiqing or Crimson Phoenix, why make things hard for my Junior Brother Yan? Do you really think Wuyou Platform is easy to bully?"

The Gongyang Family member glanced at him indifferently and turned to leave, "I just think you’re foolish, not knowing how to earn money even when you have it!"

After all, this is White Pebble Beach; elsewhere, they might have already fought.

Feng Jun entertained visitors all day and finally had time to enjoy a couple of drinks in the evening. Joining him were Mi Yunsan and the two Seniors from the Mei Family; Yun Buyao, being young, didn’t drink.

After dinner, he comforted Mi Yunsan thoroughly, then vanished at dawn.

By midday, a Master from Wuyou Platform arrived, Elder Qingya, with a cultivation of the Seventh Level of Golden Core.

Ji Buseng was somewhat surprised to see her, "Why are you here, does Wuyou Platform have no men left?"

The people from Wuyou Platform are inherently carefree, and Elder Qingya is especially like a drifting cloud or wild crane. She once had a Golden Core companion, surpassing her by one small realm, but unfortunately died unexpectedly during a Heavenly Demon hunt.

Afterward, Elder Qingya became even less involved in affairs; her existence was even questioned. She wasn’t among the Five Golden Cores, yet she came this time, no wonder Ji Buseng was surprised.

"Don’t mention it," Elder Qingya, with no airs about her, shrugged helplessly, "Master Qingge insisted I come, saying Mountain Master Feng prefers dealing with female cultivators... Honestly, whom have I offended? At my age, do I need to rely on charm?"

Ji Buseng laughed, enjoying the interaction with straightforward people, "Don’t say it, Mountain Master Feng and female cultivators... indeed there is a bit of a cherishing nature, though mostly by chance."

He then led Elder Qingya to the manor, and upon entering the front courtyard, saw Qu Jianlei sitting sullenly, "Old Qu, were you chased out by Xiao Meng?"

"Don’t mention it," Qu Jianlei waved his hand, speaking in frustration, "Mountain Master Feng vanished again."

"You... it’s tough for you," Ji Buseng laughed. Master Qu claims to be Mountain Master Feng’s bodyguard but is often left aside, already a daily joke at White Pebble Beach.

He then glanced at Elder Qingya, helplessly spreading his hands, "No choice, you’re late, you see Wuyou Platform... sigh, what did you do earlier?"

Elder Qingya didn’t rush, merely smiled lightly, "Late, then I’ll wait, I’m not busy anyway. Master Qu... I dare to ask, were you ever a Crimson Phoenix Rongxun?"

For Qu Jianlei, this was hitting a sore spot, mocking his failure to keep an eye on his benefactor?

He drooped his eyes and grunted sullenly, "Yes."

Elder Qingya didn’t mind his mood, instead nodding silently to herself, somewhat confirming the rumors: Mountain Master Feng indeed could make an old Out of Dust peak embrace the core, "How long will he be gone?"

Qu Jianlei shook his head, indicating Mei Jiushan not far away, speaking weakly, "Ask them."

Elder Qingya’s gaze swept over, and Mei Jiushan quickly greeted her, "Mei Jiushan from Sword Forging Peak greets the Master."

"Sword Forging Peak, Mei Family..." Elder Qingya muttered softly, then nodded slightly, "Considered a noble descendant; dare to ask where Mountain Master Feng went, how long will he be gone?"

To be called a "noble descendant" by a High-Rank Golden Core, Mei Jiushan felt proud enough, then humbled himself, responding respectfully, "I truly don’t know how long Mountain Master Feng will be gone, but he went to deliver invitations for the core embracing ceremony."

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