Free Web NovelChapter 1631: Chapter 986: Scale Stone 2
Fang Geyu withdrew his hand, cradled his snowy cheeks, and smiled, "When I was three years old, in this very place, I was met with skepticism from the entire city because, as the future inheritor of Shifang City, when I touched the Scale Stone, there was no reaction at all.
The residents of Shifang City are blessed by the Sea God, with unique bloodlines, even if with the most mundane aptitudes, they can awaken their own talisman spirits, differing only in strength.
Yet that year, I learned that my Divine Talisman was empty.
There was no reaction from any talisman spirit, and so the name ’waste’ stuck to me for four years.
Until I was seven, when I demonstrated an astounding talent in the talisman path, even without a talisman spirit as a foundation, my talisman control ability was not weaker than anyone else.
Only then was I able to shed the name ’waste.’ You say these people... Hmm? Why are you looking at me with that expression?"
Baili An lowered his eyes, "It’s nothing? I just thought my experiences were difficult, but hearing you speak so casually about these past events.
I realized that even for someone as noble as Fang Geyu, childhood was neither easy nor pleasant."
Fang Geyu was slightly stunned, then turned his gaze sideways, looking out at the distant snowy expanse where a tall tower stood, muttering:
"Some are born noble, some are born like ants, yet whether noble or ant, who can truly live with ease and joy."
"But your suspicion is not without reason; my second uncle indeed has a tendency for wishing.
Nowadays, he treats me very well, even better than my father, so much so that others think I am his daughter.
It shows how deep his obsession with my mother really is; the deeper the obsession, the stronger the power of the wish."
Baili An made a sound of acknowledgment, casting his gaze out the car window, seeing before the altar and Scale Stone, people sequentially placing their palms on the stone.
Most were adults testing for the awakening of talisman spirits, contrary to Fang Geyu’s words about three-year-old children.
Curious, he asked, "Why does it seem there are so many cultivators going up to test the Scale Stone?"
Fang Geyu replied, "My Shifang City does business all over the world, naturally not missing any opportunity to make a profit.
The Scale Stone is open not only internally but also externally, though internally it is free.
Externally, it requires a payment of a thousand top-grade spiritual stones to have a try."
Upon hearing the astronomical number from Fang Geyu, Baili An inhaled sharply.
A thousand top-grade spiritual stones, Shifang City indeed dares to demand it.
Today, below this altar, there are at least tens of thousands, all taking a turn.
In just one day, the spiritual stones Shifang City earns are enough to establish a whole nation.
The Three Sects of the Heavenly Dao recruits disciples every year, using a compass to detect spirit roots, offering free tests to the public.
Arriving in Shifang City, to test whether one possesses a talisman spirit within, requires a full payment of a thousand top-grade spiritual stones.
This appetite is not small.
How could Fang Geyu not notice Baili An’s thoughts? She chuckled, "Why don’t you take a look, those going up to test with the Scale Stone, besides the three-year-old children, how many of those cultivators can actually make the Scale Stone shine?"
Baili An observed for a while, noticing there were indeed many testing.
The three-year-old children, with curious hands placed on the stone, evoked a glow that was either strong or weak.
When it was the adults’ turn, however, few managed to elicit a glow.
Fang Geyu continued, "Shifang City is sheltered by my mother, blessed by the Sea God, and those born on this land have a unique talent for talismanic arts.
Through the power of the Scale Stone at three years old, one can awaken the potential of their talisman spirit, and through years of cultivating spiritual power, even without a spirit root, one can become an outstanding talisman artifact master.
But for these outsiders, awakening a talisman spirit is an extremely rare and significant achievement.
The Scale Stone has the power to unlock human potential; while the thousand top-grade spiritual stones may seem wasted, they gamble on that one-in-a-thousand chance.
If successful, awakening a talisman spirit could lead to a rapid increase in spiritual power, achieving dual cultivation of talisman and martial arts, with future accomplishments beyond imagination."
"I see..."
Fang Geyu looked at Baili An, saying, "What do you think? Judging by your appearance, you don’t seem to lack money. Would you like to try the Scale Stone?
The Sea God Festival only comes once a year; if you could awaken a talisman spirit, it would be all benefit and no harm to you."
Baili An was about to reply when a voice came from outside the car:
"Unicorn, Gold and Jade Carriage, could this be the esteemed vehicle of Miss Fang Sang? Might the person inside be Miss Fang Sang?"
This voice is...
The son of Golden Immortal, Mu Yun Ye?
Why would he appear in such a place?
Baili An looked at Fang Geyu meaningfully. ƒгeewebnovёl.com
Fang Geyu frowned deeply, lifted the carriage curtain, and looked at Mu Yun Ye with a face full of impatience: "A good dog doesn’t block the way."
Seeing that it was indeed Fang Geyu inside the carriage, Mu Yun Ye’s face showed a hint of joy, but who would have thought such callous words would greet him.
The dignified son of a Golden Immortal, being so casually disregarded by a mere girl from the Mortal World.
Mu Yun Ye only slightly frowned, not exhibiting much displeasure.
His perfect face glowed under the sunlight, indescribably handsome and charming, easily gaining the favor of young girls like Fang Geyu.
"It’s such a blessing by Heaven to let me encounter Miss Fang Sang’s carriage, surely it must be fate. Might I have the honor to invite Miss Fang Sang for a conversation?"
Of course, his handsomeness and charm only work on naive young girls.
They do not apply to Fang Geyu.
"Who are you? Do we know each other?"
Fang Geyu was looking tired, even for this handsome Immortal Lord who always seemed to be above the clouds...
She appeared utterly uninterested, casting a look as if she was staring at vomit in a ditch.
Mu Yun Ye’s eyes narrowed slightly, yet he didn’t reveal any dissatisfaction from being slighted. He smiled faintly and said: "Miss Fang Sang truly is amusing. We met just a few nights ago at the banquet; how could we not recognize each other?"
Fang Geyu sneered: "What a coincidence, what a coincidence, I have many quirks, face blindness being one of them. I can’t remember so many mundane faces. Instead of dragging this out, why not just state your name directly."
"Son of Golden Immortal, Mu Yun Ye."
But it wasn’t Mu Yun Ye himself who announced his name; the voice actually came from within the carriage.
Mu Yun Ye’s eyes narrowed, but then another pale, slender hand reached out above the delicate little hand that was half-lifting the curtain, fully pulling it aside.
Light fell into the dim carriage. On the altar, a thin line of incense smoke drifted, and aside from the noble Fang Geyu...
There was also a handsome young man with jade-like skin, gentle and enduring features, smiling warmly at him.
"Immortal Lord Mu, since we parted at the night banquet, you’ve been well, I see."
Mu Yun Ye’s contracted pupils slowly returned to normal under Baili An’s smiling gaze. He calmly smiled, saying:
"So it’s Young Master Ji, how surprising; Young Master Ji is attending the Sea God Festival with Miss Fang Sang.
I remember this unicorn comes from the Penglai Immortal Beast, a relic left by Lord Xue. For over a decade, Miss Fang Sang hasn’t allowed anyone else to ride this vehicle. When was this rule changed?"
Fang Geyu didn’t seem very interested in conversing with him. She flipped her eyelids and said: "Do I have an obligation to answer your questions?"
Mu Yun Ye smiled faintly and said: "Miss Fang Sang is under no obligation to answer me, but Miss Fang Sang might not know yet? I’ve completed the Scale Stone test." ƒreewebηoveℓ.com
He raised two fingers, lightly tapping his temples. His brow spirit platform shimmered, forming a tiger-shaped insignia in the spirit light—could it be the exotic beast Zouwu?!
The purity of his talisman spirit was even greater than that of her two brothers’ ’Taowu’ and ’Sky Wolf.’
The two young masters of the Fang Family, born of the former City Lord, although both male...
They indeed bear the bloodline of Shifang, awakening these two ancient talisman spirits; it was within the normal range.
But Mu Yun Ye, hailing from Upper Heavenly Court, had no ties whatsoever with Shifang City, unexpectedly awakening such an exotic talisman spirit as ’Zouwu’; it was truly incredible.
The Immortal Clan awakening a talisman spirit exotic beast was like adding wings to a tiger, making all envious.
Fang Geyu’s brow furrowed as she listened to Mu Yun Ye speak softly with a smile: "I’ve heard, City Lord Fang You has posed criteria for a son-in-law test, which includes a crucial condition:
One must pass the Scale Stone trial, awaken a talisman spirit, and the purity rank of this talisman spirit determines the victor. Is that correct?"
(Today, health condition is poor, so I can’t update as promised. To make up for the mistake, there’ll be additional updates along with the regular update tomorrow.)
