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Chapter 31 New Event - Market Map
As the sun set, the players had already logged off.
Zhou Yi finished his practice for the day and, feeling bored, opened the forum to plan his trip to the market tomorrow.
"Wow, the forum has already surpassed 100 members so quickly?"
Zhou Yi was somewhat surprised to see that the number of users on the forum had reached 100.
Aside from the very first time, he never spent any more luck points to promote Cultivation Online through other channels.
The fact that this number of players has reached this point must be due to the considerable effort they've put in.
Daydreamer: "I heard from the veteran player 'Hidden Dragon' that this game allows you to cultivate immortality. Can someone explain what's going on?"
I'm Not a Sword Immortal: "Brother, to be honest, without a screen recording, it's really hard to describe."
The old Taoist priest from Linjiang said, "No, you really believe there are games where you can cultivate immortality?"
When the stars of humanity shine brightly: "Isn't this my Daoist master? Why is he here again to make his presence known?"
There were plenty of people having fun on the forum, and as soon as they saw Linjiang Laodao's post, they all started making a fuss.
In no time, the words "Daoist Master" flooded the forum, making the old Daoist Linjiang's rebuttal seem pale and powerless.
After the discussion at Linjiang Laodao, the forum's topic gradually shifted to the availability of beta test slots.
Run-on-the-Knife Mouse: "Hey guys, do you know when new beta test access will be available?"
Crouching Tiger, Hidden Forest: "Brothers who want to experience the game, don't worry, it will take at most 10 days, and as short as 5 days. We should have news soon."
Hidden Dragon in the Abyss: "That's right, bro. I just finished clearing the spawn point for you guys. The official team should be opening up beta test slots soon."
Cilantro lover: "Mmm, looking forward to it~"
……
Zhou Yi looked at the messages on the forum and felt that the time was about right, so he immediately sent a message using Yi Tian's account.
Yi Tian: "Hello players, regarding the opening of closed beta test slots, the official team has begun preparations and expects to have a result within 10 days."
"In addition, in order to accommodate more players and add more gameplay, we have decided to launch a new map again - Lianyun Market."
"It's still in the testing phase, and players can't go there freely. For specific information about Lianyun Market, please click on the link at the top of the forum."
The words of the I Ching acted as a fuse, igniting a passionate discussion among the players.
The previously quiet forum suddenly became lively again.
Forum spam:
"The planning is awesome!"
"A game with a conscience!"
"Hurry up and release the new map, I can't wait!"
"Just for this update speed, I'm blown away by this game!"
……
Three days later.
As soon as the five members of Qianlong logged on, Zhou Yi pulled them along and headed towards Lianyun Market.
Of course, before that, Zhou Yi specifically used a disguise technique on everyone, including himself, and also gave them instructions:
"Our main purpose in entering the market next is to purchase spiritual herbs for planting in the spiritual fields. Remember not to cause any trouble."
The players nodded in agreement.
The group didn't move very fast, and they arrived near the market just as dusk was falling.
Qianlong gazed at the market entrance from afar. Although it was already night, a long line of cultivators still stretched out outside.
Zhou Yi looked at it, and he was also a little curious.
Lianyun Market has always been a bustling place, but even as evening approached, cultivators were still coming in droves, something he had never seen before.
After pondering for a moment, Zhou Yi finally understood the reason.
These past few days have been the autumn harvest season, and Lianyungang Market has been bustling with market days at this time of year.
During the autumn harvest fair, many family cultivators and independent cultivators will come to trade and exchange spirit stones or other resources.
"It seems that coming here today was really the right decision," Zhou Yi thought to himself with delight.
As for Qianlong and his group, since it happened to be the weekend, they planned to play a little longer.
About fifteen minutes later, everyone paid the spirit stones required to enter the market and stepped into the market together.
Zhou Yi and his group entered through the south gate, which happened to be the area with the highest concentration of shops.
The market was bustling with activity, and cultivators were filing in and out of all sorts of shops.
Even though it was night, many shops were decorated with lanterns and colorful lights, making the market brightly lit.
Even the swords hanging at their waists gleamed under the lights.
"My God! Is this really a game?"
The stars looked at the various strange and unusual shops and couldn't help but exclaim in surprise.
Zhou Yi smiled and explained to the players, "This is the South Street of Lianyun Market. Various families operate shops here, selling all kinds of goods and services."
Upon hearing this, the Immortal with Instant Opening showed a hint of surprise on his face.
"Sect Master, what are the various services? Could you please explain in detail?"
Zhou Yi patted him on the shoulder, smiled mysteriously, and pointed to a flower-covered building not far away.
At the entrance of the brothel.
Many women dressed in thin gauze, with graceful figures, stood there, extending their red sleeves to beckon the passing cultivators.
The stars stared wide-eyed, their lips parted slightly: "Is this really something we can experience?"
"If I can actually play this game, I'll really have to kowtow to the game planner."
However, while they can observe, Zhouyi will not allow them to try it out for the time being.
If this were to actually happen, it would have a huge impact on the players.
The five players stood there dumbfounded, looking left and right, at a loss for what to do.
Upon seeing this, Zhou Yi waved to them, signaling them to hurry up and come with him.
Crouching Tiger was the first to recover from the shock, his eyes still showing a hint of confusion.
After reminding everyone, he quickly followed Zhou Yi's footsteps.
The six people walked towards the brothel, and Zhou Yi stopped as soon as they arrived.
"Gentlemen, would you like to come to my Red Smoke Pavilion and share a night of passion with me...?"
The woman in red saw Zhou Yi and his companions stop, her eyes filled with allure, and she giggled repeatedly.
"Is this really right?"
Li Fan was a little confused, secretly sweating, and looked at Zhou Yi with a puzzled expression.
Zhou Yi waved his hand, refusing the woman's offer, and led the group toward the restaurant opposite the brothel.
Outside the restaurant.
The three large characters "Juxianlou" on the plaque are vigorous and powerful.
Zhou Yi smiled and looked at the players, saying, "This place is called Juxianlou, a nice restaurant in Lianyun Market. Today, I, Yi Tian, am hosting this gathering for everyone."
Zhou Yi, using the alias Yi Tian, is playing the role of a long-lost friend of the players, hence his naturally warm and friendly tone.
After saying that, he led the players into the store and asked the waiter to find them a private room.
The matters to be discussed next are quite important, so choosing a private space is the most appropriate option.
As soon as the group entered the private room, the waiter brought over two pots of tea: "Esteemed guests, this is the signature tea of Tianxiang Restaurant. Please enjoy."
After saying that, the waiter left.
Wohu picked up the teapot, took a small sip, and then exclaimed in admiration:
"Wow, this tea has a rich flavor and a lingering sweetness. It's really quite good."
Seeing this, the stars also took a bite, just like everyone else.
However, it was obvious that someone who didn't drink tea couldn't tell the difference between good and bad, so he wasn't too surprised after drinking it.
But Li Fan is different. Although he is a corporate slave, he likes to brew a cup of tea and savor it slowly when he has nothing to do.
He had tried quite a few different kinds of tea, but as soon as he tasted the Spirit Tea, he only had one feeling left.
It seems I've been drinking tea for the past ten years for nothing.
Soon, plate after plate of spiritual food was served, each dish a feast for the eyes, nose, and palate, making the players' mouths water.
"Wow, this fish is so fresh! The flesh is so tender, the taste is amazing!"
"Holy crap, is this really a game? The flavors are so rich!!!"
"Waaaaah, this is so delicious! I'm so happy I could cry..."
Players had their own feelings, but without exception, they were all captivated by the spiritual food of this cultivation world.
Seeing that they had almost finished eating, Zhou Yi threw out several silence talismans, completely isolating the space from sound.
"Delicious food should be enjoyed slowly. Let's talk about business first," Zhou Yi said seriously.
Upon hearing this, Qianlong and the others quickly put down their chopsticks, their expressions turning serious.
"Sect Master, please give your orders."
Zhou Yi took a sip of the spiritual tea and slowly said:
"I'm sure everyone knows the purpose of this trip. So, next, we need to go to the Hundred Herbs Hall run by the Lin family and try to buy some medicinal herbs."
"These medicinal herbs are Blood-Nourishing Grass, Spirit-Gathering Flower, Heart-Clearing Grass, and other herbs used to assist in alchemy."
"I have listed the exact quantities of these herbs on this list."
After saying this, Zhou Yi took out five sheets of paper from his pocket and distributed them to everyone.