Chapter 87

"Third-stage spirit artifact..."

In the small courtyard, Rong Jiesen said impatiently, "Hurry up and take it out, let this old man have a look."

Rong Kaixuan glanced at the old man in surprise. He never expected that once the elder entered the house, he would immediately put aside his reserve and become so eager.

Rong Jiesen's face turned slightly red, and he said, "Kaixuan, this is a third-stage innate-level spirit artifact. I have worked hard all my life to finally reach the innate realm, but the spirit artifact I use is still at the peak master level."

Rong Kaixuan was startled. Although he had long known that the higher the rank, the rarer the item, he was still surprised that even his great-grandfather did not have a spirit artifact of this level.

"Great-grandfather, does the family not have any?" Rong Kaixuan asked in surprise.

Rong Jiesen sighed lightly and said, "The family treasury does indeed have a few innate-level spirit artifacts, but either they are unsuitable for me, or the cost of obtaining them is too high." He glanced at Rong Kaixuan and said, "Although I am one of the elders, I cannot violate the family rules and take a spirit artifact without permission."

Rong Kaixuan nodded slowly, his gaze lowering as he slowly drew the long sword from its scabbard.

Instantly, a bone-chilling coldness spread, filling every inch of the room.

Rong Kaixuan shivered, deeply feeling the extraordinary nature of the long sword in his hand. It seemed that what he was holding was no longer a lifeless object, but a sentient one.

Rong Jiesen's eyes were fixed on the sword blade, which was like a pool of autumn water, and he sighed sincerely, "Ah, what a fine sword, what a fine sword. Although you have faced danger this time, to be able to obtain this sword as compensation is more than enough."

Rong Kaixuan held the long sword and examined it carefully, his heart filled with joy.

Rong Jiesen said solemnly, "Kaixuan, your cultivation is still low, and you cannot truly control this sword yet." He thought for a moment and said, "Hold the sword for an hour each day. When you first use it, do not input any true qi. After half a month, you can try to input a thread of true qi, gradually accumulating it. Try to master this sword within half a year."

Rong Kaixuan was slightly stunned and said, "Great-grandfather, does it really need that long?"

Rong Jiesen chuckled and said, "Your cultivation is too weak, and the rank of this sword is too high. To master this sword within half a year is already quite remarkable." He said irritably, "Many people would give anything to obtain a sword, so you must not let this sword down."

Rong Kaixuan nodded heavily and carefully put the long sword back into his spatial ring.

Rong Jiesen nodded slightly and waved his hand lightly, saying, "Cultivate well, go on."

Rong Kaixuan respectfully took his leave and returned home with a joyful expression.

As soon as he entered the room, he heard happy laughter. He was slightly stunned and stepped forward, only to burst out laughing.

The little girl, Qiduoduo, was chatting with his parents. Her knowledge was extensive, and her wit and charm had the two elders laughing heartily.

Seeing Rong Kaixuan return, Qiduoduo's eyes lit up, and she immediately jumped up, saying, "Brother, you must be tired. I'll get you some tea."

Watching Qiduoduo dart away, Rong Kaixuan scratched his head, wondering when the little girl had become so well-behaved.

Rong Yiyang put away his smile and said, "Kaixuan, Qiduoduo is a pitiful child. Since you have accepted her, you must take good care of her."

Rong Kaixuan said "Ah" in surprise, puzzled. Even he did not know the little girl's background, so how could his parents know? He quickly figured it out.

The little girl must have made up a story to gain the sympathy of the two elders.

Just as he was about to explain, he saw the sighs and expressions of the couple and could not help but laugh bitterly, saying, "Yes, I will do my best."

Fang Xiuli nodded and said, "Kaixuan, look at how diligent that little girl is. If you don't take good care of her, it would be too much of a shame." She paused and said regretfully, "Such a well-behaved child, I really want to adopt her as my daughter."

Rong Kaixuan felt a chill and quickly said, "Father, Mother, let's talk about this later."

Rong Yiyang thought for a moment and said, "Yes, let's wait until they are settled before bringing it up. Otherwise, it might cause misunderstandings."

Qiduoduo smiled and served the tea, but Rong Kaixuan found it tasteless, looking at the little girl with a suspicious eye.

Qiduoduo, with her back to Rong Yiyang and his wife, pouted and gave him a big glare.

Rong Kaixuan was reassured, indeed, it was still that little girl.

Rong Yiyang and his wife asked about his experience in the mountains. Rong Kaixuan, of course, selectively told them, describing the beautiful scenery but not mentioning the dangers.

After a while, the two elders left, instructing Rong Kaixuan to rest early.

After seeing them off, Rong Kaixuan turned around and said in surprise, "Qiduoduo, I didn't know you had the skill to win the hearts of the elders."

Qiduoduo huffed and said, "As long as I want to do it, I can do it, and do it best."

Rong Kaixuan laughed heartily, and Qiduoduo looked at him angrily, saying, "You don't believe me."

"I believe you, I believe you," Rong Kaixuan said dismissively.

Qiduoduo grumbled, "Not sincere."

Rong Kaixuan's heart moved and said, "Qiduoduo, I just got a treasure, come and take a look."

He took out the third-stage spirit artifact from his spatial ring. Once the long sword was out, the entire space seemed to be enveloped in a chilling coldness.

Qiduoduo was stunned and said, "A third-stage spirit artifact, where did you get it?"

Her face did not show any surprise, and she immediately identified the rank of the spirit artifact, which made Rong Kaixuan feel a bit disappointed.

"This is the compensation I received," Rong Kaixuan shrugged and recounted the story of how his great-grandfather had brought him to the gate.

Qiduoduo's face slowly turned serious, and she said, "Hmph, what a poisonous heart."

Rong Kaixuan was stunned and said, "What?"

Qiduoduo sneered and said, "That Gu Tianhe has ill intentions. He knew you are a mid-stage spirit warrior but still gave you this third-stage spirit artifact, which even ordinary innate-level experts would covet. Hmph, if you stay in the family, it's fine, but if you leave, you'll find it hard to take a single step."

Rong Kaixuan, being a smart person, thought for a moment, and his face changed.

Qiduoduo, with her hands behind her back, smiled and said, "I guarantee that within half a month, the news of you having a third-stage spirit artifact will spread. Or, there might be even more exaggerated rumors."

Rong Kaixuan's face turned pale, and the joy of obtaining the spirit artifact vanished instantly.

Indeed, just by looking at his great-grandfather's reaction, he knew that this item was fatally attractive to innate-level experts. Although he had killed the mid-stage spirit master Gu Wen, facing an innate-level expert would still be extremely dangerous.

"Hmph, yes, what a poisonous heart," Rong Kaixuan gritted his teeth and said, "What should we do now?"

Unconsciously, Rong Kaixuan no longer treated the little girl as an ordinary child but instinctively asked her for advice.

Qiduoduo thought for a moment and said, "It's simple, publicly give this item to your great-grandfather and have him invite the family's notable figures to inspect it."

Rong Kaixuan blinked, his eyes showing some reluctance.

Qiduoduo shook her head and said, "Your cultivation is so low, holding this spirit artifact is a waste. Besides, although this sword is a third-stage spirit artifact, it is not of the highest quality. Hmph, when you reach the innate realm in the future, I will give you a better one."

Rong Kaixuan was startled, not expecting Qiduoduo to make such a bold promise.

He smiled and ruffled her hair.

Qiduoduo indignantly said, "Big guy, I just combed my hair."

Rong Kaixuan chuckled and said, "Alright, no more this time."

Just as Qiduoduo was about to scold him, she heard someone outside say loudly, "Kaixuan, two elders and Wang Xiaoxiao are visiting, come out quickly."

Rong Kaixuan responded, smiled apologetically, and turned to leave.

Qiduoduo's eyes darted around and secretly followed him.

In the hall, the two elders and Wang Xiaoxiao had arrived.

Seeing Rong Kaixuan, Rong Jixuan laughed heartily and said straightforwardly, "Kaixuan, I have come today to discuss something with you."

Rong Kaixuan was slightly stunned and said, "Please, just tell me what you need."

Rong Jixuan nodded in satisfaction and said, "I heard from Elder Jiesen that you are skilled in refining spirit warrior talismans?"

Rong Kaixuan said, "I know a bit about it."

"Good," Rong Jixuan nodded and said, "I hope you can sell some of the spirit warrior talismans you refine to the family."

Rong Kaixuan was surprised and said, "Does the family need such ordinary spirit warrior talismans?"

Rong Jixuan sighed lightly and said, "Of course, the more the family reserves, the better." He paused and said, "The family will not let you work for nothing. We will buy them at the price you set, and we can open the treasury to you. If you like something, you can get it as long as you pay the price."

Rong Kaixuan was greatly moved. His great-grandfather had once said that the family had third-stage spirit artifacts.

However, the cost of obtaining them was too high. But he was different; as long as he continuously sold talismans to the family, he could eventually accumulate enough capital.

He nodded lightly and said, "Alright, thank you, Elder."

Rong Jixuan nodded with a smile and said, "Xiaoxiao, I'm done with my business, what about you?"

Wang Xiaoxiao stood up and said softly, "Junior brother, next month on the 15th, it's my birthday. My second uncle is preparing a grand celebration. I wonder if you would like to come."

Rong Kaixuan quickly said, "Of course, I will definitely come for Senior Sister's birthday."

Wang Xiaoxiao smiled, her beautiful face radiating a captivating smile that made people involuntarily sink into it.

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