Chapter 488 - 484: Sect Treasure Vault

Chapter 488: Chapter 484: Sect Treasure Vault

"Besides, I can’t get away from the Sect for the time being," Fang Han said in a low voice.

Qingyang County was currently ravaged by Demons, on a scale not seen in over a hundred years.

Behind this disturbance, it was highly likely that the Grandmaster Level Demon that escaped from the Cloud Mist Mountain Range was pulling the strings.

The Sect needed his Tracking Secret Technique.

At a time like this, he couldn’t possibly leave the Sect and travel thousands of miles to Wangxi County.

The matter of the Treasure Map would have to be put aside for now.

He would wait until he was strong enough, until the Demon plague in Qingyang County was quelled, and then find an opportunity to go to Wangxi County and seek out that treasure.

With his mind made up, Fang Han stopped thinking about the treasure and fell into another line of thought.

’How should I use the generous rewards I got for turning in the Cultivation Technique?’

Regarding the rewards for turning in the >, he set aside the Cultivation Technique rewarded to the Fang Family for a moment. The six major contribution points awarded to him personally, however, required careful consideration.

Six major contribution points were enough to exchange for six Grandmaster Level Techniques, or an equivalent value in rare resources.

This was a huge amount of contribution points. Across the entire Qingxuan Sect, even among the senior Elders, probably very few possessed so many.

’How should I use these six major contribution points?’

’Saving them and being reluctant to use them would be the most foolish thing to do.’

If contribution points weren’t used, they were just numbers sitting in his Identity Token.

Only by using them, converting them into resources to increase his strength, could their true value be realized.

Once he was stronger, he could earn contribution points more easily.

’That’s the virtuous cycle.’

’What should I exchange them for?’

Fang Han’s fingers tapped lightly on his knee, making a faint TAP-TAP sound.

He mentally calculated what he should exchange these six major contribution points for.

’Grandmaster Level Techniques?’

’I’ve already mastered four Grandmaster Level Techniques. I don’t need any more for now.’

’Weapons?’

’The Wind Shocking Sword is very likely a Divine Weapon of the Spiritual Weapon-level, far beyond ordinary weapons. I’m not lacking in that department either.’

’Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures that can improve my aptitude?’

’That could work!’

"For me, exchanging for Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures is the most cost-effective option!" Fang Han muttered to himself.

He had the system panel, with its astonishing amplification multipliers for his Root Bone, Swordsmanship, Stepping, Secret Technique, and Horizontal Training Talents.

In the hands of others, Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures that improved aptitude would have some effect, but it would be far from exaggerated. They couldn’t cause a complete transformation after consumption.

But in his hands, the effect was multiplied by an amplification factor of at least a hundred, making the improvement extremely exaggerated.

Take the Earth Core Stone Milk he had consumed before, for example.

That kind of Heavenly Material and Earthly Treasure, which could improve one’s Root Bone aptitude, would only provide a slight boost in the hands of an ordinary Martial Artist.

But in his hands, amplified by the system panel, the effect was multiplied 256 times.

The cost-effectiveness of Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures that improved aptitude was far greater in his hands than in anyone else’s.

’Besides that, Rare Elixirs like the Vajra Pill are also an option.’

After his Cultivation rose to the Third Grade, the speed of his progress had noticeably slowed because the accumulation required for each Realm increased sharply.

Although he received special resource rewards every month, they weren’t fixed. They weren’t always Rare Elixirs that could aid Cultivation, like the Earth Spirit Pill or the Vajra Pill.

If he exchanged his points for Rare Elixirs like the Vajra Pill to aid his Cultivation and ensure a plentiful supply, he would surely be able to speed up his progress.

’I’ll go to the Sect Treasure Vault tomorrow morning and take a look.’

Having made his decision, Fang Han stopped considering how to use his merits and summoned the system panel.

[Host: Fang Han]

[Root Bone Talent Amplification: 256x (10,000,000 gold for Ninth Level Amplification)]

[Swordsmanship Talent Amplification: 256x (10,000,000 gold for Ninth Level Amplification)]

[Stepping Talent Amplification: 128x (1,000,000 gold for Level 8 Amplification)]

[Secret Technique Talent Amplification: 128x (1,000,000 gold for Level 8 Amplification)]

[Horizontal Training Talent Amplification: 128x (1,000,000 gold for Level 8 Amplification)]

[Wealth: 100,000 gold]

Earlier, when the spoils of battle were divided, he had been allocated a Mid-grade Magical Weapon, but he had no use for it since he had a better weapon.

Since he was traveling with others, it would have been too strange for a weapon to just disappear, so he hadn’t "recharged" the Mid-grade Magical Weapon right away.

’Recharge.’

Fang Han picked up the Mid-grade Magical Weapon and chose to recharge it.

[Wealth: 100,000 gold → 250,000 gold]

The Mid-grade Magical Weapon brought him an increase of 150,000 gold, which was equivalent to 15,000,000 silver.

After all, it was the personal weapon of a First Grade Martial Artist, so it wasn’t surprising that it was worth so much. If he didn’t have a better Spiritual Weapon, he absolutely would have chosen to keep it.

’250,000 gold... I’m still 750,000 short of my one million gold target. I wonder how much wealth the trip to the Treasure Storage will bring me...’

Fang Han put away the system panel, his anticipation for the trip to the Treasure Storage growing.

...

「The next morning.」

Fang Han finished his morning Cultivation, got up, washed up, changed into a clean green robe, hung the Cloud Splitting Sword at his waist, and pushed the door open to go out.

"Senior Brother, breakfast is ready."

Qiu Lan was already waiting under the veranda. Seeing Fang Han come out, she hurried forward to greet him.

Fang Han nodded slightly and stepped into the side hall.

A few delicate side dishes and a bowl of steaming Blood Rice were arranged neatly on the table.

He sat down, picked up his chopsticks, and ate slowly.

After breakfast, he left his courtyard and followed the green stone path toward the mountain peak.

Precious items like Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures were stored in the Sect Treasure Vault, which was located on the mountain peak, not far from the Sect Leader’s Hall.

The Treasure Vault housed a collection of Elixirs, Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures, and Divine Weapons. It was the foundation of the Qingxuan Sect’s accumulation over hundreds of years and could not afford any mishaps.

The reason it was built there was obviously so that the Sect Leader could arrive at the first sign of trouble.

The mountain path snaked upwards, and the ancient trees on both sides grew increasingly verdant.

Morning light filtered through the gaps in the leaves, casting dappled shadows on the stone steps.

The distant sound of a bell echoed through the mountain forest, startling a few birds that fluttered their wings and disappeared over the treetops.

Fang Han’s pace was unhurried.

Before long, the silhouette of the Sect Leader’s Hall appeared in his view.

The majestic hall glowed with a soft luster in the morning light, its upturned eaves and interlocking brackets exuding an air of ancient elegance.

Fang Han didn’t stop, bypassing the Sect Leader’s Hall and continuing forward.

After walking for a moment, a huge building made of green stone appeared ahead.

The building was built against the mountain, half embedded in the rock face and half exposed.

This was the Qingxuan Sect’s Treasure Vault.

In front of the vault, not only were there many disciples on guard, but two Elders were also stationed there. The security was extremely tight.

Fang Han approached, his gaze sweeping over the disciples on duty on both sides before finally resting on the two Elders standing before the vault’s entrance with their hands clasped behind their backs.

The one on the left was about sixty years old, with a square, chiseled face. Beneath thick eyebrows, his eyes were bright and full of spirit, and his aura was as solid and heavy as a mountain.

He wore a deep cyan Elder Robe, its lapels and cuffs embroidered with cloud patterns in gold thread. A long saber hung at his waist, its scabbard simple and unadorned.

The one on the right was about fifty, with a thin frame. His eyes were long, narrow, and sharp, a glint of Essence light flashing whenever he blinked.

He also wore a deep cyan Elder Robe. A sheathed longsword hung at his waist, its Sword Scabbard forged from some kind of dark cyan metal that seemed to faintly shimmer with light.

Fang Han recognized them—the sturdy one was Elder Zhao Tieshan, and the thin one was Elder Han Qing.

Both had Second Grade Cultivation and were highly experienced within the Sect. They had guarded the Treasure Vault for many years and rarely concerned themselves with outside affairs.

"Disciple Fang Han pays his respects to Elder Zhao and Elder Han."

Fang Han took a few steps forward and bowed.

"True Inheritor Fang, what brings you to the Treasure Vault today?"

Zhao Tieshan nodded slightly. A faint smile appeared on his square face, and his voice was deep and resonant.

Han Qing, however, remained silent, his narrow eyes simply resting on Fang Han with a scrutinizing gaze.

"Elder Zhao,"

Fang Han straightened up, met Elder Zhao’s gaze, and spoke in a steady voice.

"This disciple wishes to exchange contribution points for Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures."

"Exchange for Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures? True Inheritor Fang, would you allow this old man to see your Identity Token?"

Han Qing, who had been silent until now, spoke. His voice was hoarse and carried a business-like coldness, showing no special favor despite Fang Han’s status.

It was precisely because of this personality that he had been chosen as a guardian of the Treasure Vault.

"Of course."

Fang Han took out the Identity Token from his robes—it was warm and smooth like jade, engraved with the two characters for "Qingxuan" and a cloud pattern—and presented it with both hands.

Han Qing took the Token and infused a wisp of Inner Qi into it.

The surface of the Token flashed faintly, and a line of numbers appeared—it was Fang Han’s identity information and contribution point record.

Han Qing’s gaze fell on the line of numbers, and his pupils contracted slightly.

"Hiss... six major contribution points?"

Zhao Tieshan also leaned in for a look, a surprised expression appearing on his square face.

Even among senior Elders, few had six major contribution points. The fact that Fang Han had a full six of them couldn’t help but surprise him.

"True Inheritor Fang, please wait a moment."

Han Qing handed the Token back and turned to walk toward the main gate of the Treasure Vault.

He took a simple, ancient Token from his robes, pressed it into a recess on the side of the stone gate, and released a small amount of Inner Qi.

RUMBLE—

The heavy stone gate slowly slid open, revealing a deep, dark passage behind it.

On both sides of the passage, Luminous Pearls were embedded every few zhang, emitting a cool glow that brightly illuminated the way.

The floor was paved with whole slabs of green stone, so smooth and flat it was reflective.

Han Qing was the first to step into the passage.

Fang Han followed close behind.

At the end of the passage was a heavy gate forged from Profound Iron.

Han Qing once again took out the ancient Token and pressed it into a recess on the side of the gate.

CLICK—CLANK—

With the crisp sound of a mechanism, the gate slowly rose.

Behind the gate was a massive cavern.

The cavern was circular with a high, vaulted ceiling dozens of zhang tall. The four walls were built of smooth, flat green stone.

Countless Luminous Pearls were embedded in the ceiling, their cool glow brightly illuminating the entire cavern.

Dozens of stone rooms were carved into the cavern’s perimeter. A Jade Token hung before each room, engraved with ancient seal script indicating the category of items stored inside.

"Weapon Room," "Elixir Room," "Treasure Room," "Cultivation Method Room," "Ore Room"...

Fang Han’s gaze swept over the Jade Tokens, and his heart stirred slightly.

Han Qing didn’t pause, walking straight toward one of the stone rooms.

Fang Han followed him.

On the Jade Token in front of the stone room, large ancient seal script characters identified it as the "Treasure Room".

Han Qing took a ring of keys from his waist, selected one, inserted it into the lock, and gave it a gentle turn.

CLICK.

The stone door opened with the sound.

Han Qing pushed the door open and entered, with Fang Han following close behind.

The stone room was brightly lit. Luminous Pearls embedded in the four walls illuminated the interior as if it were daytime.

Lining the walls were neat rows of rosewood shelves.

On the shelves were Jade Boxes, Wooden Boxes, and Porcelain Bottles of various sizes. Each was affixed with a label stating the name and origin of its contents.

A faint medicinal fragrance, mixed with the unique, clean scent of a certain type of wood, filled the air, calming the mind.

"True Inheritor Fang, what kind of Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures do you wish to exchange for?"

Han Qing turned around, his gaze falling on Fang Han’s face as he asked in his hoarse voice.

Fang Han had already made up his mind and said,

"Elder Han, this disciple wishes to exchange for Earth Core Stone Milk."