Chapter 58: You Sure You Want To Challenge Another Room? (1/2)
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The star congregation jade was a wondrous jade capable of gathering astral energy, and it was helpful in increasing the speed at which a cultivator could gather astral energy. It was in a sense a tool to help grow one's strength, and each such jade was exceedingly expensive. In fact, this jade was even more expensive than an ordinary spirit medicine.
Xiang Shaoyun had at first expected to receive a real star congregation jade, but he had instead received a star jade of inferior quality. The so-called star jade was simply a jade capable of gathering a tiny amount of astral energy, and it had a much weaker effect compared to a real star congregation jade.
”Kid, you are calling the star congregation jade an inferior star jade?” a disgruntled voice rang out from outside the room. The voice had come so suddenly Xiang Shaoyun was given a fright.
An old man was standing outside the door. He had average looks at best. However, he also radiated a certain majesty, one that inspired awe in all who looked at him. The overseer was standing beside the old man. From how deferential he was behaving, it was obvious this old man was no ordinary person. The old man was the present master of Martial Hall Palace, Yang Gaochuan. He was one of the strongest experts in the Martial Hall Palace.
”You are?” Xiang Shaoyun asked as he had never met Yang Gaochuan before.
”This is our revered palace master!” introduced the overseer.
”Ahh, so it's the revered palace master. Pleased to meet you, palace master!” Xiang Shaoyun remained calm and saluted the palace master.
When Yang Gaochuan saw how composed Xiang Shaoyun was, a slight trace of astonishment flickered in his eyes. Evidently, Xiang Shaoyun's reaction had surprised him. The astonishment did not linger in his eyes as he proceeded to say, ”You're Xiang Shaoyun? I have long heard of your name. This is the first time I'm seeing you, and you indeed do not disappoint. You have actually broken two limits in a row?”
”The palace master is too kind with his praise,” Xiang Shaoyun said humbly, something rarely seen.
”But why did you claim that the star congregation jade is an inferior product? Have you seen a true star congregation jade before?” Yang Gaochuan asked.
”Haha, how is that possible? I merely felt that this star congregation jade feels different than what is recorded in the books. Just look at the color and l.u.s.ter. It's obvious enough. Even if this jade can gather astral energy, the amount gathered will be rather limited,” Xiang Shaoyun explained with a hearty laugh. In truth, he had seen real star congregation jades before. He was just too embarra.s.sed to admit it.
”You've got good eyes. This star congregation jade is not a true high-quality star congregation jade, but it is good enough for an Astral Realm cultivator. It can increase your cultivation speed by at least 30 percent!” Yang Gaochuan said.
”Hehe, true. It's still better than nothing.” Xiang Shaoyun smiled and stowed the star congregation jade.
”Looks like you have quite the big appet.i.te, kid. Since you have successfully broken two limits in a row, I can give you an additional reward,” Yang Gaochuan said.
”For real? Can I get anything I want, such as weapons, battle techniques, or even spirit medicines?” Xiang Shaoyun asked joyfully.
”Yes. I can even warn the thirteenth elder on your behalf if you want,” Yang Gaochuan promised.
”No, I don't need that. It's not like he would dare pull anything if I stay here anyway,” Xiang Shaoyun said. He then continued, ”If possible, can the palace master reward me with some tier-3 or tier-4 weapons, battle techniques, and spirit medicines? I suppose those are already the best the Martial Hall Palace can provide.”
After Xiang Shaoyun said that, the overseer's face darkened as he cursed inwardly, This kid sure has a big mouth. What does he mean by those are already the best?
”Haha, that is quite a big request.” Yang Gaochuan chortled and said, ”Since you have broken two limits in a row, I will only reward you with two items. You can take your pick between a tier-3 weapon, a battle technique, and a low-grade spirit medicine.”