Chapter 225 Ziguang Pavilion (2/2)

The purpose of organizing the celestial market was for enlightenment as after all, civilization began with trade.

During the ancient times, the rise of human beings was made possible because of the ability to utilize tools to communicate with others. Cultivators were ahead of the demon race because demon race was disorganized and extremely bad at exchanging opinions. The accomplishments of a supreme demon king were often accompanied by luck and opportunities, and the journey was generally very excruciating. The population of the demon race expanded rapidly over the years but those who achieved the level of the demon king were not anywhere stronger than the human race. Furthermore, it was tough for them to unite together, let alone emphasize on inheritance like the human race.

Shen Lian smiled, ”You sure made Xuantong Dao friend sound really interesting. Does he usually meet people?” Since Xuantong Demon King was a unique demon, Shen Lian addressed him as a Dao friend. To Shen Lian, he did not care about the cultivation level of a person. What matters to him was the mind and wisdom of a person.

If he could not make any connection with a person, then that particular person would not interest him.

Fenghe answered with her head down, ”You'll have to ask the manager about that. But it shouldn't be difficult for the guests of the Ziguang Pavilion to meet the King.”

Shen Lian nodded his head and followed Fenghe to the seventh floor.

Every small structure of the Ziguang Pavilion were known as the Ziguang Pavilion. What sets them apart was the number from one to nine. The decorations and facilities of the nine floors were similar to each other and very simplistic.

There was nothing valuable in the room but it felt fresh and clean.

Shen Lian thought to himself, ”Xuantong Demon King sure isn't vulgar. I expected he would decorate the area for honorable guests lavishly to make it look extravagant. Who knew that it would look so minimalistic.”

Judging from every aspect, Xuantong Demon King could be considered as a Daoist in demon cultivation. Shen Lian could not help but get more curious about him.

Fenghe pointed at the bell on the top right-hand corner and said, ”Please use this bell to summon me if you need anything. The King has some magical tea here and if you want to drink, I can brew it for you now.”

Shen Lian responded, ”Well then, please make me a pot of tea.”

He was not in a hurry to dismiss Fenghe but instead, he leisurely observed the room. It was spacious with no bed but a futon weaved by an unknown grass. With just one look, Shen Lian could tell that the futon was weaved using the Qingxing Ruyi chant.

This was an exclusive spell by the Water Moon Temple and it was very useful for concentration and meditation. He wondered if this futon was a gift from the Water Moon Temple or if the Xuantong Demon King knew how to use it. He had heard stories about the king picking up several spells from a different sect, and even sneaked into the Xuantian Sect once. Maybe he indeed learned the spell.

A seven-stringed zither was placed in front of the futon.

Looking outwards from the side, he could see the vast ocean of clouds and could hear the sound of the wind.

It sure was fun to be able to stay in a place like this once in a while

Even if Shen Lian was not picky about his accommodation, he felt that this place was a little too serene and quiet.

Soon enough, the fragrant of the magical tea spread throughout the room. Shen Lian looked at the tea table as Fenghe made him tea. Snow-white tea foams floated on the surface of the teacup and it shined along with Fenghe's wrist.

Once the tea was brewed, Fenghe politely served him, ”Please enjoy your tea.”

Shen Lian smiled, ”I don't feel like having tea now, please have if on behalf of me.” It was the Xueya Tea and it was rich in soulful aura. Cultivators who took it would have a peaceful state of mind and it was good for the body. But to Shen Lian, this cup of tea could not satisfy him.

Fenghe did not know to drink or not to drink and responded, ”You're putting me in a tough situation.”

Shen Lian replied, ”Go ahead. This tea is good for you but it's' nothing to me.”

This was the first time Fenghe had encountered someone so approachable like Shen Lian. She was very touched by his thoughtfulness and did not know how to thank him. All she could do was to finish the cup of tea and bow to him deeply.

Shen Lian allowed her to bow once and then asked, ”When will the celestial market commence?”

Fenghe replied, ”It will start in the next ten days.”

Shen Lian asked, ”Do I trade with a system of barter or something else?”

There was no standardized form of currency in the world of cultivation. Low leveled cultivators would generally use objects with refined Qi of vitality, spiritual stones, elixirs or jewelry that contained Qi of vitality. Cultivators who achieved Huandan and above could easily occupy a territory that was rich in Qi of vitality to sustain themselves.

These items were no use to them as they could just use some energy and absorb the vitality of heaven and earth.

If this was used as a trading currency, many immortal Daoren of Dao sects would have used it to become rich.

Thus, the barter system was used although it may seem backward compared to the currency trade in the human world. This system was more relevant and practical as a Daoist who was willing to trade would have a corresponding demand. It was a trade that compliments both parties.

Fenghe who benefitted from Shen Lian's kindness replied him with even more courteous, ”You could convert your instruments and Dao talisman to Yiyuan Elixir with the King and someone would evaluate the value of the item. We would never put our guests in an unfavorable situation. A genuinely good item would garner a price that matches it and the seller could then determine if it is of the right price.”