Sect Iron Law Article Forty-Eight

"Disciple understands."

Seeing that Xiao Ling'er had absorbed everything, Liang Danxia couldn't help but smile slightly.

"Fifth Elder, do you know how many tribulations Senior Immortal has endured as a Loose Immortal Realm Cultivator?"

"I don't know either," Duan Qingyao shook her head, "He is far beyond our reach."

"Teacher?" Xiao Ling'er turned to ask Liang Danxia.

Liang Danxia also indicated that she was unsure, "Before the incident, I did come here, but the city lord was not him at that time. As for after the incident, my information has been less reliable."

"Oh~~~"

Xiao Ling'er was still a bit curious but wouldn't dare to act recklessly.

Soon, they queued to enter the city.

In the outer regions of the Million Mountain Range where the Moon Grasping Sect is located, anyone at the Profound Origin Realm and Cave Heaven Realm is undoubtedly a master, considered a 'top-tier powerhouse' among the locals.

But here, they were quite ordinary.

Therefore, Duan Qingyao was very cautious.

She did not wish to have too much contact with anyone. After paying the city entry fee, she led Xiao Ling'er directly to an inn.

Xiao Ling'er was also very cautious, using a veil to cover her face, preventing others from seeing her extraordinary beauty.

After all, the sect's iron law is written very clearly.

Article Forty-Eight: Female disciples with exceptional beauty must not reveal themselves when going out unless they have absolute self-protection ability, to avoid unnecessary disasters.

Lin Fan's intention in setting this rule was very clear.

A beautiful face can bring disaster.

Beauty, when played together with any other card, is the ultimate trump card. But when played alone, it is a 'dead end'!

If one has the main character's template, even if the beauties around them reveal themselves, there wouldn't be much worry. After all, the most common tactic of the main character is to disguise their strength.

In every new map, the easiest enemies to provoke are the brainless second-generation rich or immortal descendants who think with their lower body.

They often fancy the stunning female companions of the main character, and either fail miserably or get kidnapped, but in the end, they get killed by the main character before they could lay a hand on her.

These plotlines typically serve to provide experience for the main character.

But she was not the main character!

The female disciples in the sect may not necessarily have the main character's template.

Furthermore, even with the backing of a sect, if something happens, the main character usually comes out unscathed—this is a given rule. But there is no rule that guarantees the sect backing them remains 'invincible'!

So, until having absolute strength, being cautious is never wrong.

Better safe than sorry.

Covering the face and disguising oneself is simple and easy.

Bound by the sect rules, Duan Qingyao and Xiao Ling'er kept a low profile, so nothing happened along the way.

Outside the city, Duan Qingyao wasn't weak, and there were rules within the city that generally deterred people from causing trouble.

So as long as they kept a low profile, there wouldn't be major issues.

Thus, they temporarily settled in Grand Martial Immortal City.

They usually cultivated in the inn or wandered around nearby, living in peace.

However, it was evident that Grand Martial Immortal City was becoming more and more lively, with more and more people around.

"A mix of fish and dragons."

"There is no shortage of desperados."

Three days before the start of the conference, Duan Qingyao solemnly warned, "In the coming days, we must be even more low-key and careful. Although most people wouldn't dare cause trouble within the Immortal City, there are always exceptions. And some desperados couldn't care less about the rules."

"Yes, Fifth Elder, disciple understands."

Seeing Xiao Ling'er's tense face, Duan Qingyao actually smiled. "But you shouldn't worry too much. As long as we remain low-key, there shouldn't be any major problems. I have heard that there is a night market nearby tonight, which many people will attend. If you're interested, you might go and join in the fun. Although I'm advising you to be low-key, it doesn't mean you should stay behind closed doors. Such night markets might have some good items, and whether you can find a bargain depends on your luck."

"That's exactly what I was thinking." Xiao Ling'er also smiled.

Liang Danxia had the same idea.

Finding a bargain.

This sort of thing is common and yet not common. It often happens, as similar news frequently spreads, but for most people, it is rare, as most never find a bargain in their lifetime, and few even witness it.

However, she was different.

With her teacher's help, she should gain something.

Being low-key is necessary, but it doesn't mean giving up opportunities, or not even daring to take a look.

***

Night fell.

A party of two... two and a half people… quietly set out.

The night market was bustling, with people from all over showcasing their collected items.

The variety of goods was dazzling: elixirs, equipment, talismans, cultivation techniques, secret arts, strange items—everything was available, including some fragments that Xiao Ling'er couldn't understand, making her eyes blur.

"A night market is also known as a black market." As they walked, Duan Qingyao explained softly, "Many things in the night market cannot see the light of day. So, having a keen eye is very important."

She did not hold back and shared her knowledge generously.

Although Xiao Ling'er had Liang Danxia by her side, who would teach her even if Duan Qingyao did not, this act still made Xiao Ling'er very grateful, further appreciating the sect's sincerity.

"Some things can be bought, but others, even if they are good and cheap, cannot be bought."

"Why is that?" Xiao Ling'er was puzzled.

"Because they have dubious origins. Look at that flying sword over there, a top-grade spiritual weapon, quite valuable, with a market price of at least ten thousand spirit stones. But the stall owner is only asking for five thousand, already halving the price. But even so, there aren't many interested onlookers, and most are young cultivators who want it but can't afford it. Why do you think that is?"

Xiao Ling'er suddenly understood, "Stolen goods?"

"Exactly. It's likely obtained by killing and robbing someone, and the original owner had a strong backing. The sword is valuable, but buying it would be like holding a hot potato. The original owner's faction will probably track it down, and as for the outcome..." Duan Qingyao lightly shook her head without explicitly stating it.

It was clear that it wouldn't end well.

"Disciple understands."

"Ling'er, you are still young. Your talent and disposition are excellent. As long as you can grow, your future is limitless. But the premise is that you must grow up safely. So, you must always be cautious and avoid unnecessary risks," Duan Qingyao sternly warned. "I have seen too many geniuses fall prematurely."

Liang Danxia added, "I have seen even more, which is why I say your sect's rules are excellent."

Xiao Ling'er's face tightened at the serious tone.

***

They wandered for a long time.

Suddenly, Liang Danxia softly exclaimed, "The green copper fragment over there, go buy it. Use the method I taught you earlier."

"Is that a valuable item?" Xiao Ling'er quietly approached the stall.

"It should be a fragment of some inheritance site."

"If it can be pieced together, it could lead to a complete inheritance."

Xiao Ling'er's eyes lit up. She approached the stall and pretended to be interested in some ordinary items. After some bargaining, she hesitated and then, as if she was getting a good deal, casually picked up the target fragment among the pile.

"Let's settle at eighty spirit stones, but you have to include this fragment."

The stall owner took the fragment and examined it, but couldn't see anything special about it. "Deal!"

With the item in hand, Xiao Ling'er remained composed and left after completing the transaction.

Once they were far enough, Duan Qingyao smiled, "That was a good method. Although not very polished, it's quite impressive for someone your age."

"Did you notice, Fifth Elder?"

"That fragment, it must be extraordinary, right?"

"It needs to be fully assembled."

"No rush. It didn't cost much anyway. We can slowly gather the rest. Even if we don't, it's no loss."

Seeing that Duan Qingyao wasn't particularly interested, the smile beneath Xiao Ling'er's veil widened.

***

Three days later.

The conference officially began.

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