Chapter 652 (2/2)

The Yan Family’s ancestor nodded and then looked toward the few Divine Transformation Cultivators ahead and said:

“Since you’re helping us refine elixir medicines, our Yan Family will certainly not treat you poorly.

Take a look at the items those old fellows will bring out later.”

“If there’s anything you fancy, just speak up, and I’ll help you obtain it.”

“Elder…”

Lin Jing had just begun to speak when he was interrupted by Yan Ming.

“Brother Lin.”

“Listen to me, don’t refuse the Elder’s kindness.

If you don’t accept, we’ll feel awkward asking you for Alchemy again.”

Upon hearing this, Lin Jing was initially startled, then he realized and bowed to the Yan Family’s ancestor, saying:

“Alright!”

“In that case, I thank Elder Yan for his generosity.”

Upon hearing this, the Yan Family’s elder stroked his beard and smiled, saying:

“You’re too polite…”

…

While they were talking, the exchange meeting had already started.

The first to speak was none other than that Divine Toad Cultivator.

One could see the Divine Toad Cultivator stand up and extend his hand towards everyone present.

In his hands, two spherical objects floated in mid-air; they were purple, and within them seemed to flow something akin to clouds or mist.

The Divine Toad Cultivator then said:

“In my hands are two Explosive Poison Beads, personally forged by me as one-time forbidden treasures.”

“These Explosive Poison Beads are extremely simple to use, requiring no Refinement.

Just activate and throw them, and that’s it.”

“Moreover, their power is astonishing.

Once a poison bead explodes, its poisonous mist can spread for hundreds of miles in a short period.”

“And this poisonous mist, even Divine Transformation Cultivators wouldn’t dare to come into contact with it lightly; at the least it would cause their Cultivation to fall, or at worst, turn them directly into ash.”

Upon saying this, the Divine Toad Cultivator giggled and looked towards the other Divine Transformation Cultivators:

“Hehe…”

“So, do any of you fancy these Explosive Poison Beads?

I’m not asking much, just looking to trade for a Supreme Grade defensive Dao Artifact.”

Upon hearing this, everyone turned their heads away.

Despite the impressive description by the Divine Toad Cultivator, the beads weren’t as useful in practice.

The main issue was that the Explosive Poison Beads were indiscriminate in their attack.

Once thrown, even the user couldn’t go near them.

Moreover, the spread of the poison mist was slow, and Divine Transformation Cultivators could easily dodge it.

No one would foolishly stand in the area of the mist unless they faced some special situation that rendered them immobile.

Though the Explosive Poison Beads had many shortcomings, they could be quite effective for wiping out a Sect.

Particularly in the case of a Sect or Clan’s base—if one were to be thrown into it, the result would certainly be a horrific disaster.

The Divine Toad Cultivator’s practiced spells were related to poison, and his Divine Toad Island was known for breeding many poisonous creatures.

He himself had a particular fondness for researching such things.

So, nobody was interested in the items presented by the Divine Toad Cultivator.

Even the Yan Family’s ancestor spoke at this point:

“Old Frog, you’re being a bit greedy.”

“Who among us has a Supreme Grade defensive Dao Artifact?”

The Divine Toad Cultivator wasn’t offended and chuckled in response:

“Hehe…”

“Even if there’s no Supreme Grade defensive Dao Artifact, a Superior defensive Dao Artifact would do.

If not, I can add one more bead, making it three Explosive Poison Beads.”

The Yan Family’s ancestor shook his head helplessly:

“Enough…”

“With your Explosive Poison Beads, it’s unlikely anyone will want them.

Better to trade them for something else, or simply let the next person have a turn.”

Realizing the situation, the Divine Toad Cultivator no longer insisted and lowered his demands.

With one of the beads, he traded for some rare poisonous herbs needed for his poison art research.

Then he sat down contentedly.

After the Divine Toad Cultivator sat down, the real trading at the exchange meeting began.

One Cultivator after another displayed their items for trade, as well as what treasures they desired in exchange.

Lin Jing, however, remained still.

He didn’t currently have anything to barter with, and he didn’t have anything specific he wanted either.

It was then that the Yan Family’s ancestor had asked Lin Jing if there was anything he wanted, to which Lin Jing just shook his head.

Time passed in this way until finally, it was the turn of that Cultivator seemingly acquainted with Lord Ye Lin.

The Cultivator rose to his feet, faced Lin Jing’s direction, and then spoke to the Yan Family’s elder:

“Elder Yan!”

“I have heard that the Elder possesses a piece of Jade Soul Algae.

May I inquire if the Elder is willing to trade it?”