The Lord of Void and Real
Chapter 1250

Chapter 1250: Chapter 1247: Snatching the Treasure Chapter 1250: Chapter 1247: Snatching the Treasure “This second magical treasure, known as the 'Bloodthirsty Yin Luo Net,' is a rare blood magic secret treasure. It not only possesses an amazing defensive power that can overcome strength with softness but can also release blood-thirsty Yin Thunder while defending, harming the enemy in an imperceptible way,” explained the grey-clothed man, pointing to the blood-colored small net on the tray.

“Blood magic treasure…” Shen Luo frowned.

The Bloodthirsty Yin Luo Net did indeed resemble the previously mentioned Bloodthirsty Flag, but the material and grade of this net were far inferior to that of the Bloodthirsty Flag. Although its combined offensive and defensive utility was practical, blood magic treasures had one fatal flaw–they were suppressed by thunder and lightning. During a Thunder Tribulation, it would likely not be of much use.

“And the last one?” His mind was racing as he looked towards the final tray.

The object on this tray seemed quite large, propping up the brocade handkerchief above it significantly. Judging by the powerful spiritual power fluctuations emanating from it, it was far superior to both the Turtle Spirit Shield and the Bloodthirsty Yin Luo Net.

“Below this is a semi-finished magical instrument. Its refinement was incomplete due to the lack of one material. However, its defensive power already surpasses the other two treasures,” the grey-clothed man said, his confidence undiminished by Shen Luo's disinterest in the Bloodthirsty Yin Luo Net. He pressed his hand on the brocade handkerchief, even appearing a bit mysterious.

“A semi-finished treasure with such might has indeed piqued my curiosity. What exactly is it, Daoist friend? Please, speak plainly,” Shen Luo said calmly.

Seeing that Shen Luo seemed slightly displeased, the grey-clothed man didn't keep him in suspense any longer. He lifted the brocade handkerchief, revealing a golden goblet-shaped magical treasure surrounded by a faint aura of golden light. Even though it was not yet activated, a powerful wave of spiritual power was already emanating from the golden goblet, causing the surrounding Heavenly and Earthly Spiritual Qi to ripple.

“This treasure is called the 'Thousand Cup Golden Goblet.' It is the historical treasure of the Ancient Sect of Thousand Cup Gate. It can draw upon the golden spiritual power from the surroundings and has an unimaginably strong defense,” the elder Man Bo refined it according to ancient methods. Unfortunately, the treasure lacks the most crucial material, the Nine Heavens Gold Essence, which prevents the goblet's spiritual power from being contained effectively. Nevertheless, the Thousand Cup Golden Goblet already has fifty-eight layers of prohibitions, ranking it high among superior magical instruments,” the grey-clothed man confidently declared.

“May I try it?” From the moment the brocade handkerchief was unveiled, Shen Luo's eyes had been fixed on the Thousand Cup Golden Goblet. Only now did he lift his head to ask the grey-clothed man.

“Of course, you may,” the grey-clothed man replied with a smile.

Shen Luo stepped forward and carefully cradled the Thousand Cup Golden Goblet in his hand, examining it closely for a moment before initiating the Innate Treasure-refining Technique to begin its refinement and activation.

“Swoosh”

Quickly, a layer of golden light shone on the goblet as it slipped from his hand and flew up, suspending itself above Shen Luo's head and rapidly expanding to several feet in size, spinning ceaselessly in midair.

The grey-clothed man, seeing this, revealed a look of surprise.

The Thousand Cup Golden Goblet was refined according to ancient methods, and its prohibitions were exceedingly powerful but also very difficult to activate. After it was brought to the Qianjin Tower, he had tried to activate it out of excitement, finding the process extremely strenuous; it took him seven to eight days just to barely manage to lift it. That Shen Luo was able to activate the treasure so effortlessly upon first seeing it was indeed astonishing.

Shen Luo naturally had no time to consider the grey-clothed man's thoughts. After briefly familiarizing himself with the characteristics of the Thousand Cup Golden Goblet, he started activating its prohibitions on his own, attracting the surrounding golden spiritual power from the void.

Before long, strands of silky golden light cascaded from the goblet, enveloping Shen Luo's body and forming a substantial, spherical golden protective barrier.

Feeling the aura of the golden protective barrier around him, excitement flashed in the depths of his eyes. This barrier was exceptionally strong, even more so than the defense of the Bloodthirsty Flag. Most importantly, unlike the Yin Ghost power inside the Bloodthirsty Flag, which was restrained by thunder and lightning, the Thousand Cup Golden Goblet was a gold-attributed treasure, which made it far more effective during a Thunder Tribulation.

To be honest, after seeing the Turtle Spirit Shield and the Bloodthirsty Yin Luo Net, he was profoundly disappointed. Although both treasures were not bad, they fell far short of what he had anticipated. Such treasures could not play a significant role in a True Immortal Thunder Tribulation, and he was almost ready to leave, staying only out of respect for Zhou Ming and Tianji City's reputations.

What he had not expected was that the third item would turn out to be a treasured item like the Thousand Cup Golden Goblet, a truly serendipitous surprise.

With this treasure, his chances of surviving the thunder tribulation would increase by at least thirty percent!

“This golden goblet is quite good, and I'll take the Turtle Spirit Shield as well. How much for both in immortal jade?” Shen Luo nodded, then formed a hand gesture and pointed.

The golden protective barrier around him flashed and dissipated, and the Thousand Cup Golden Goblet returned to its original size, landing steadily on the table.

“Elder Shen is a distinguished guest of Tianji City, and with Brother Zhou accompanying, I naturally want to offer a discount. The Turtle Spirit Shield for three thousand immortal jade, and the Thousand Cup Golden Goblet for fifteen thousand immortal jade, how about that?” The grey-clothed man pondered for a moment before quoting a price.

Seeing that the man's quote was about what he had anticipated, Shen Luo did not haggle and waved his sleeve.

A streak of blue light swept over the ground next to them, and a pile of shimmering immortal jade appeared on the ground.

The grey-clothed man extended his divine sense to confirm there was no issue with the amount of immortal jade, then took out a storage magical tool to collect all the immortal jade.

A significant deal had thus been made, with both parties gaining much, to their great satisfaction.

Zhou Ming's regard for Shen Luo shifted again, as Shen Luo's financial strength refreshed his perspective–casually taking out ten to twenty thousand immortal jade was something even several True Immortal-stage elders of Tianji City might not be capable of.

“I saw on the first floor there's a counter for custom magical instrument orders; is that so?” Shen Luo did not immediately take his leave, instead he asked about another matter.

“Of course, does Elder Shen need to order a custom magical instrument?” The grey-clothed man's face brightened again, as he eagerly inquired.

No merchant would dislike having a customer like Shen Luo who was wealthy and generous.

“I do not need a custom magical instrument. I have a magical instrument that requires a piece of spiritual material to be melted into it, and I also have a cloak that is damaged and needs repair. I would like to request the assistance of your establishment,” Shen Luo said, taking out the Profound Yellow Staff, four Nine-turn Steel chains, and the damaged grey cloak.

The grey-clothed man's gaze swept over the three items and finally settled on the four Nine-turn Steel chains, his eyes full of fervor, clearly recognizing what they were.

“Eh! Nine-turn Steel!” An astonished voice came from the hall next door.

Shen Luo was startled; since arriving here, he had been vigilant of his surroundings and had not noticed anyone next door.

His palm moved to take back the three treasures, but as the saying goes, it was quicker said than done–a loud “bang” echoed as the wall beside them burst open creating a big hole, and a black phantom shot in, whizzing past Shen Luo.

Shen Luo felt a lightness in his hand–the four Nine-turn Steel chains had vanished, while the black phantom had already smashed through the window of the adjacent hall and was now hundreds of feet away in a flash, its speed unimaginable, about to disappear completely.

“Daring to steal my treasure! Stop right there!” Shen Luo bellowed in fury, his legs shone with the vast light of moon shadows and starlight, and in a blur, he disappeared, reappearing almost instantaneously outside the hall.

Beneath him, crimson sword light blazed, and with a thunderous roar, it transformed into a red sword rainbow that pursued the black phantom.

By the time the grey-clothed man and Zhou Ming reacted and rushed to the window outside, Shen Luo and the black phantom were already out of sight.