Invincible Divine Doctor of the Beautiful Lady-Chapter 742 - 716: Talisman Treasure

Witnessing such a scene, all could only yearn and look up with envy—the reach to command the winds and summon the rain was indeed the lifelong pursuit of every person.

Martial Artists hold passionate blood in their veins, aspiring to soar as dragons and phoenixes, pursuing the lofty paths of the Martial Path, to explore Daoist Cultivation for eternal life, and seeking the legendary road to become an Immortal.

Whether Immortals truly exist has always been a mystery, ever only a legend.

Liang Youshan smacked his lips and sighed, "Ah, if only I could reach their heights someday. What a pity I lack talent and background, relying solely on my own efforts, which is indeed more difficult than ascending to the heavens. I reckon I’ll never reach such a Realm in my lifetime. Being able to reach the Sixth Layer of the Innate Realm is already quite an achievement."

Considered a prodigy in Ancient Martial Arts outside, yet within Myriad Saints Valley, it wasn’t anything special. The Sixth Layer of the Innate Realm is a huge barrier that countless Ancient Martial Artists could not surpass after graduation. However, once one overcomes this barrier, it’s usually not a problem to break through to the Ninth Layer of the Innate Realm, if not Earthly Realm. What is needed is just time to accumulate the necessary experience.

The Ninth Layer of the Innate Realm could also be considered a master-level.

If you’re talking about a small Ancient Martial Arts Family in the outside world, that definitely counts as a prestigious individual.

Take for example, the strongest of the Li Family in Donglin City, who is only at the Fifth Layer of the Innate Realm. Generally speaking, aside from the great powers of Nine Heavens and Earth, it’s rare for other forces to have mighty figures who have reached the Earthly Realm. That’s why these forces are revered by the Ancient Martial World, considered Holy Lands.

Overall, the power within the Ancient Martial World is quite dispersed, barring the nineteen major forces of Nine Heavens and Earth; all other forces are scattered sporadically across the land of Huaxia. Some are hidden within small communities, some dwell in secrecy in large cities, while others live quietly in a hamlet or even secluded deep within mountain forests.

Tangyu patted Liang Youshan’s shoulder and said, "Don’t be so lacking in confidence, you’re already at the Third Layer of the Innate Realm. What we’re short of is just Cultivation resources. Given enough resources, you might not be inferior to others. Besides, aren’t dignitaries also subject to the laws of nature? If you don’t have the resolution to climb to the Peak yourself, then how can you become powerful? The Ninth Layer of the Innate Realm is quite low in the grand scheme of the Ancient Martial World."

"Not to mention, above it is the Earthly Realm, higher still is the Imaginary Realm, and even higher is the Heavenly Realm. Feeling discouraged now, where is the martial spirit that an Ancient Martial Artist should possess? Shouldn’t our goal be aligned with the Heavenly Realm, or even the legendary Divine Position Realm, and pursue the Dao for eternal life and the path to become a god?"

Tangyu’s words rang with conviction, brimming with confidence, a firm and unwavering determination.

Liang Youshan felt deeply inspired, looked at Tangyu with a mix of shame and determination, clenched his fists and gritted his teeth, "You’re right, Tangyu, your reprimand is just. It’s indeed my own lack of ambition due to poverty. We might not be born as privileged as others, but I refuse to believe we’re naturally less talented. Besides, effort can make up for the lack of innate talent. Cultivation resources can indeed help one advance quickly, but they’re ultimately external factors. The bulk of progress in Cultivation has to come from oneself. Without personal merit, even with all the resources in the world, one might not become powerful. If one’s mental state cannot keep up with their advancements, they will only meet with Deviation in the end."

A few words from you are worth ten years of study.

Liang Youshan was truly inspired and rediscovered his confidence at this moment.

In fact, he used to be quite proud himself, being hailed as a genius in his family since childhood. At the age of twenty-one, he had stepped into the Innate Realm and then, through some connections, he entered the Outer Sect of Myriad Saints Valley. After a year in the Outer Sect, he had advanced to the Third Layer of the Innate Realm.

Actually, that was not too shabby.

It’s just that the blows he took in the Outer Sect were too many, causing him to lose some confidence.

Once mist obscures one’s vision, it’s easy to lose one’s way.

"That’s right, the most important part of Cultivation still depends on oneself, taking one steady step at a time is the true path. We are merely toddlers learning to walk—if we lose our fighting spirit at this stage, then how can we continue to Cultivate?" said Tangyu, nodding in agreement.

"Haha, indeed, I wasn’t seeing things clearly, thank you Tangyu for your insight. Come on, let’s go look around on the third and fourth floors, heh, I’ll take you to see some real treasures," Liang Youshan said, regaining his jovial mood.

So the two of them went straight to the third floor, where instead of street stalls, there were high-end decor shops.

Talisman Treasure Pavilion, Spiritual Artifact Pavilion, Materials Pavilion...

Seeing the names of these shops, Tangyu’s eyebrows furrowed slightly, giving the impression that each was extraordinary.

Liang Youshan led Tangyu into a Talisman Treasure Pavilion, where a man in his thirties was sitting, holding a large-screen phone, seemingly engrossed in something. However, from the lascivious smile on his face, one could guess that he was probably looking at something not suitable for children.

Even as Tangyu and Liang Youshan walked in, the man merely glanced up indifferently before continuing with his business, treating Tangyu as if he were thin air and not worth the attention.

No wonder—those who owned a shop here definitely wouldn’t be weak. Furthermore, those capable of opening a shop here were almost certainly individuals with significant backgrounds. Many shops in the Outer Sect were related to the Inner Sect Disciples, and even to some of the Elders inside. Myriad Saints Valley had a long history, and within the Inner Gate were numerous family powers. These powers controlled a significant part of the Outer Sect’s business networks.

There were even family-owned businesses operated by Inner Sect Disciples within the Outer Sect.

Overall, the Outer Sect’s business network is extremely prosperous and strong, to the extent that many other forces make long-term purchases through the Outer Sect Disciples. Even in the entire Ancient Martial World, Holy Sun Town is considered a mega trading market. The amount of goods flowing in and out every day is massive and considerable.

In many respects, the Ancient Martial World is quite similar to the secular world, with only some differing characteristics.

For Ancient Martial Artists, these cultivation resources are essential for their daily lives. Since they are essentials, naturally, the consumption is astonishingly large.

Liang Youshan whispered to Tangyu, "Let’s just look around ourselves."

The shopkeeper didn’t bother with them because they clearly looked like customers who couldn’t afford the wares; he expected them to leave after browsing. This was normal. People with a keen eye could tell at a glance whether a customer entering the shop was there to buy or just to look.

Knowing he couldn’t afford anything, Tangyu was there just to look around, yet he was very curious about the Talisman Treasure shop. Upon seeing the items, he was immediately taken aback.

"Is this—a Minor Escape Talisman? Just throw one, and it can instantly take you several miles away. This is too—tsk tsk, it’s priced at twelve hundred Tempering Spirit Pills. It’s expensive, but I can’t afford it."

Tangyu truly broadened his horizons; such Talisman Treasures actually existed, which was amazing.

"I never imagined the Ancient Martial World would be so similar to those Cultivation Worlds in novels, with all sorts of talismans like these. It’s excessively impressive. If you had a few escape talismans on you, even if you encountered an unbeatable opponent, just throw one down, and you could make your escape. And an Invisibility Talisman, too? Do they really need to be that shady? If someone with ill intent got their hands on these, wouldn’t they wreak havoc? Making such Talisman Treasures is truly disgraceful."

If those who crafted Talisman Treasures heard Tangyu’s comment, who knows if they’d be angered enough to kill him?

Who says an Invisibility Talisman must necessarily be used for that purpose?

But that Invisibility Talisman is indeed costly—one sells for three thousand six hundred Tempering Spirit Pills, and it only lasts for five minutes.

What can you do in five minutes?

Strip off your clothes, grab a handful or two, and that’s about it.

"Fireball Talisman, now that’s impressive. Throw one out, and it can even trouble a master of the Ninth Layer of the Innate Realm. For those below the Sixth Layer of the Innate Realm, it can basically kill with one fireball strike—its power is astonishing. However, the price is steep as well, at three thousand Tempering Spirit Pills each."

"Water Traveling Talisman, it actually allows you to stay underwater for an hour. What a great item, tsk tsk, two thousand eight hundred Tempering Spirit Pills."

...

Each new and unique Talisman Treasure made Tangyu salivate; it was truly stunning. He wished he could buy ten or eight of these Talisman Treasures; that would be absolutely thrilling.

Unfortunately, poverty strikes; he had no Tempering Spirit Pills. Tangyu even felt an urge to rob the place. Such great items could only be looked at but not bought, which was incredibly tantalizing. This feeling was like having a naked beauty lying before you, but you don’t have the money for her.

Depressing, truly agonizing.

"How can there be such great items, and how can I be so poor? No, this won’t do—I must earn money." Tangyu was somewhat frantic.

Seeing Tangyu’s frantic look, Liang Youshan laughed heartlessly, "Haha, frustrated, aren’t you? The first time I came here, my reaction was even more exaggerated than yours; I was literally beating my chest and stomping my feet. Tsk tsk, but it’s such a shame. I’ve been in the Outer Sect for a year and still can’t afford even the cheapest Talisman Treasure. These great items can only make our mouths water. Hehe, to rub salt in the wound, these are just Low Rank Talisman Treasures; there are also corresponding Middle, High, and even Top Grade ones. Those are truly earth-shattering and formidable."

"Unfortunately, their value could scare you witless. However, these Low Rank Talisman Treasures are enough for us. If we could get our hands on one, that would be a real trump card. At a critical moment, it could save our lives. No matter what, after earning some Tempering Spirit Pills, we must buy one first thing for that sense of security."

Tangyu nodded in strong agreement. Such great items indeed represented a trump card; at a critical moment, they could be extremely useful. He must get one for self-protection.

Besides the Talisman Treasure Pavilion, there were various other shops, but the Talisman Treasure Pavilion was the most abundant. After making the rounds, Tangyu truly broadened his horizons but was also deeply struck by reality. Even after leaving the marketplace, his spirits were still low, very much in a state of sullen confusion.

Liang Youshan teased him with a hug around Tangyu’s shoulders and said, "Feeling a bit shocked, huh? Haha, you’ll get used to it. Look at me, I’m already undisturbed by it. Don’t worry, go back and have a good workout, let off some steam, and you’ll be fine."

"One workout won’t be enough—at least two."

"Uh... alright, you win!"