54: Qiankun Spiritual Eye Technique

However, the competition at the auction would undoubtedly be fierce, and to what astronomical price would the cost be driven?

Would the resources in his Storage Pouch be enough to support it?

Lin Feng raised the jade cup and took another sip of aquatic wave brew.

The discussions at the neighboring table continued, but the topic had quietly shifted to the Golden Scale Merchant Guild itself.

“Speaking of which, this Golden Scale Merchant Guild is truly unfathomable! Spanning across several great sea domains, it’s as rich as a nation.

I heard that on Jinlin Island, where their main family resides, there’s a Golden Core Old Ancestor holding down the fort!” a burly man with a full beard lowered his voice, speaking with reverence.

“Golden Core Old Ancestor?!” Someone at the same table gasped, “No wonder they’re so powerful!

However, what makes their Merchant Guild most coveted isn’t their wealth, but a legendary secret technique!”

“Oh? Tell us quickly!” Several people immediately became spirited.

“The Qiankun Spirit Eye Technique!” the bearded man said mysteriously, “This technique, it’s said that even the first and second layers can detect spiritual objects.

Things like Heaven And Earth Treasure, mineral veins, and spiritual caves, none can escape its detection!

Practicing to the third and fourth layers is even more impressive, increasing the ability to see through illusions and concealment methods!

If one practices it to a deeper level…”

He paused, lowering his voice even further, as if afraid of being overheard by some existence, “…it’s said that it can even discern the most dangerous ‘Heart-Questioning Tribulation’ when breaking through to the Golden Core Realm!

It’s simply a Heaven-Defying Dao-protecting divine technique!”

“Hiss… discern the Heart-Questioning Tribulation? This… this is too outrageous, isn’t it?” Someone exclaimed, unable to believe it.

“Absolutely true! The Golden Scale Merchant Guild’s current status is largely due to this secret technique!

What’s even more tantalizing is that this secret technique, they actually… can pass it on to outsiders!” The bearded man dropped the most significant piece of news.

“Pass it on to outsiders?!” Everyone’s eyes turned red, “What’s the price?

It’s worth even if we have to lose everything!”

The bearded man, however, shook his head and regretfully smacked his lips: “The price? Who knows that!

How could such core secrets be inquired about by us low-level Loose Cultivators?

I’ve only heard that the conditions for obtaining it are extremely harsh, only available to those with great Opportunity or great contributions.

As for the specific procedures, I’m afraid only the core members of the Merchant Guild or those truly qualified big figures who can exchange for it would know.”

Amidst the noisy discussions, various fragments of information surged into Lin Feng’s ears like a tide.

He raised his jade cup and took another sip of aquatic wave brew, his face calm, but his mind was racing like lightning.

He raised his hand and beckoned a waiter, pointing to the pot of aquatic wave brew: “This wine is decent.

Please pack three more cups for me to take away.”

Leaving the noisy information of the Moon-Gazing Tower, Lin Feng did not return to his Immortal Cave in Cuiyun Residence.

The news of the Foundation Establishment Pill was like a stone thrown into the lake of his heart, stirring up ripples that made him unable to wait peacefully.

He needed a more direct, more authoritative channel to confirm and assess it.

The target was clear—the Golden Scale Merchant Guild!

This name was not unfamiliar to him.

He had heard of its reputation in Huangsha Market; it was a colossal entity spanning several large sea domains, with unfathomable foundations.

However, the West Flow Sea Region was too barren and remote, so Golden Scale had not established a branch there.

But in this prosperous Tianfeng City, the Golden Scale Merchant Guild’s iconic gilded scale emblem was conspicuously imprinted on a magnificent seven-story, octagonal pavilion in the most bustling area of the city center.

Approaching, one could feel the majestic Aura of the Golden Scale Merchant Guild even more.

The entire pavilion was primarily constructed from deep-sea sunken ironwood, adorned with spiritual jade and refined gold, presenting a dark golden hue that shimmered with a restrained yet noble luster under the sunlight.

The towering eaves were like the sharp claws of a giant beast, with wind chimes in the shape of Magical Artifacts hanging from the corners, emitting clear and melodious sounds that subtly soothed the mind and dispelled evil thoughts.

On the huge gilded plaque were three ancient Seal characters: Jinlin Pavilion!

The plaza in front of the gate was spacious, filled with various luxurious carriages and small flying boats.

Guards dressed in uniform dark gold brocade robes, with sharp Auras, stood solemnly on both sides, their keen eyes scanning the flujo of people entering and exiting.

These guards were all, without exception, at the Qi Refinement Late Stage Realm!

An invisible sense of majesty and order, belonging to a top merchant guild, washed over him.

Lin Feng’s steps were steady as he followed the crowd into the first-floor hall of Jinlin Pavilion.

Upon entering, the clamor of voices immediately diminished, as if filtered by an invisible barrier.

The interior space was extremely vast, with a very high dome inlaid with countless star-like crystals, casting soft and bright light.

The floor was polished to a mirror-like sheen, paved with some kind of warm, gentle jade.

The hall was divided into multiple areas: the Medicinal Pill area was fragrant, with jade bottles displayed like a forest; the Magical Artifact area shimmered with precious light, a dazzling array of swords, axes, bells, tripods, and tower seals; the Materials area was even more like a mineral treasure trove, with various glowing Ores, spiritual wood, beast Materials, and Spiritual Plant categorized and piled up like mountains.

Well-dressed attendants with professional smiles moved through the areas, serving various customers.

The air was filled with pure Spiritual Qi and the scent of wealth.

Lin Feng’s gaze did not linger on these dazzling goods.

He walked directly to a relatively secluded corner in the depths of the hall, where a row of independent, elegant compartments separated by spiritual wood were set up, with jade plaques hanging above their doorways reading “Appraisal, Bulk Transactions.”

At the entrance of the compartments stood an elder with a calm Aura and eyes as sharp as an eagle, clearly an attendant responsible for screening and guiding.

“Fellow Daoist, do you have a large batch of goods that need appraisal and transaction?” The elder’s gaze swept over Lin Feng.

Although he only displayed a Qi Refinement Ninth Layer Realm, his composed demeanor and the subtle hint of extraordinariness (which was actually the natural manifestation of his Body Refining Foundation Establishment Realm) made him not dare to neglect him.

“Yes,” Lin Feng said concisely.

“Please follow me.” The elder slightly turned sideways, leading Lin Feng to one of the empty compartments.

The compartment was simply and comfortably furnished, with a large Zitan wood table and two spiritual vine chairs.

Behind the table sat a middle-aged man dressed in the Golden Scale Merchant Guild’s executive attire.

This man had a pale, beardless face, narrow eyes that gleamed with inner light when opened and closed, and his Realm had surprisingly reached the Foundation Establishment!

Before him was a tea set, and he was slowly pouring tea, the aroma wafting gently.

“Executive Zhao Yu, this Fellow Daoist has a bulk transaction.” The elder who led the way said respectfully.

“Hmm, thank you, Steward Wang.” Executive Zhao Yu nodded slightly, his gaze then falling on Lin Feng, a perfectly appropriate professional smile appearing on his face, “Fellow Daoist, please sit.

May I ask what treasures you have that require our Golden Scale Merchant Guild to appraise and trade?”

Lin Feng sat down as instructed, not exchanging pleasantries, and directly wiped his hand across his waist Storage Pouch.

A flash of light, and several thick leather bags, about a foot long, made from specially tanned beast hide and inscribed with Seal runes, along with two tightly sealed cold jade boxes, were lightly placed on the Zitan wood table by Lin Feng.

He said nothing, only made a “please” gesture.

Executive Zhao Yu’s smile remained unchanged, but his eyes instantly sharpened a few degrees.

He put down the teacup, first picked up a beast hide bag, and untied the Seal cord.

As the bag opening slightly parted, a unique scent, mixed with earthy, tough aromas and faint electrical fluctuations, wafted out.

Executive Zhao Yu reached inside and took out something.