Chapter 10: Prosperity

Due to the cultivation from a few days ago, he quickly entered a meditative state. Coupled with some modern qigong cultivation methods he found on the computer, and guided by the "Tongmai Lianhun Jue," the faint flow of energy grew increasingly stronger, and its speed of movement quickened. He knew that as long as he persisted in this manner, success in his cultivation would not be far off. Once the Ren and Du meridians were opened, the remaining collateral meridians would naturally follow suit with the accumulation of time.

Isn't cash unnecessary?" Yang Ling repeatedly waved his hand to decline, but in his heart, he was already overjoyed. The Wisteria Mountain Villa, after all, is located in a prime area of the city, a gathering place for the wealthy. The three-story small building has an area of nearly 300 square meters, worth at least a million or so.

Seeing the old man's infatuated and entranced demeanor, akin to a candle flame about to extinguish, Han Xinglin gently tugged at Yang Ling's hand. The faint warmth brought Yang Ling back to her senses, and she quickly shook her head, exclaiming: "No! No! This won't do!"

Under the guidance of the community security, the three individuals found the villa's door number and opened the door, revealing a room adorned with opulent Western-style luxury decor before them

"Do you mean that you intend to buy it?" Yang Ling couldn't help but ask

As they left the villa by car, everyone had a strange expression on their faces, as if they were in a dream

Brother Ji sent the three of them to the Wisteria Mountain villa area. Observing the dazed expressions of the two women and one man, he secretly stole a few glances at Han Xue's body, suppressing his saliva, likely imagining the scene of the three of them rolling in bed at the villa. His heart was even more fervent, and without lingering much longer, he simply greeted them and left early.

The old man seemed to reveal a fervent expectation in his eyes as he carefully held the tortoiseshell in his hands. "I have lived my life, and I see that in a few years I will be in the ground accompanying my late partner, yet I have always felt a sense of regret. I have spent my entire life dealing with jade and stone, but I have never obtained a piece that would allow me to retire. Young friend, this item is rare in the world. If we speak of value, it should be priceless and beyond estimation. However, I dare to suggest that if you are willing to part with it, I could exchange it for my villa."

Looking at Yang Ling, the old man said without hesitation: "It's settled then. In any case, I cannot let you suffer too much. Besides, money means nothing to me, an old man who is nearing the end of his days. Just look at all these stones in my house; they are far more valuable than money. You don't need to worry about the remaining matters; I will arrange for everything to be taken care of. For now, we need to draft a contract, and let Xiao Fang and your two friends witness and sign it together."

Brother Ji also said beside him: "Master, isn't this a bit inappropriate?"

It has only been about seven or eight days since I obtained this system, yet I have already made nearly ten million in revenue. However, upon further reflection, it seems I fortuitously encountered an enthusiastic collector like Professor Ouyang; otherwise, the tortoiseshell would certainly not be worth so much. Thus, I feel relieved. Once Professor Ouyang's payment arrives tomorrow, I will definitely not be short of money during this period. I now have a house, and it seems that in the future, I must not be so reckless in bringing out anything I dig up. An occasional instance is fine, but if it happens too often, it will surely attract others' attention. If, by chance, I were to be targeted by so-called special departments, I wouldn't be able to explain myself even if I jumped into the Yellow River. I would likely be taken away with a hood over my head and dragged into some remote mountain for dissection and research, possibly even turned into a specimen.

Hearing that Yang Ling was willing to make a move, the old man was immediately overjoyed. He quickly hugged the tortoiseshell and thought for a moment before saying: "Since the young friend does not want my house, and I do not have anything more valuable to exchange, I can only let you suffer a loss. How about this: I have a three-story townhouse in Ziting Mountain in the city, which is currently unoccupied. I will use it for the exchange, and additionally, I will give you 1,600,000 in cash. This is all I have, what do you think?"

Do not doubt its value! The old man gently stroked the tortoiseshell in his hand, as if speaking to himself, "At this stage, even if it costs my life in exchange, it is worth it for me."

The three of them rested for a while in the villa, and then they proceeded to inspect all the rooms upstairs and downstairs. After viewing the rooms, Yang Ling checked the time and realized it was nearly six o'clock. Consequently, the three of them locked the door and looked for a place to have dinner

Hmph! Looking at his expression, Han Xue pinched him on the thigh. Han Xinglin, who was sitting at the innermost part, did not notice the actions of the two at all. Meanwhile, the driver, Brother Ji, was still in shock, muttering to himself, "I am still too young, my perspective is too limited!" It was unclear whether he was regretting or simply expressing his feelings.

Due to the bizarre events that occurred today, after finishing their meal, Han Xue, with a heavy heart, pulled Han Xinglin away. Yang Ling also felt as if today was a dream, returning to her rented apartment in a daze. She lay in bed for a long time before gradually waking up, touching the metal tag hanging around her neck

The second star on the metal plate has only one corner that has brightened slightly. It seems that the journey ahead is still long and arduous. Yang Ling remains undeterred. In fact, even if he were to abandon this system now, the benefits he has already gained are extraordinary. At the very least, if he continues to cultivate the "Tongmai Lianhun Jue," he is certain to reach a high level of attainment, living well over a hundred years without issue. The income from today's tortoiseshell and the silver ore from a few days ago is sufficient for him to live comfortably. However, Yang Ling feels that he should still make an effort. He wants to understand the reason why Chen Tuan abandoned this system and sealed it away in the Zhongnan Mountains.

After taking a few sips of well water, it remains sweet and refreshing, making me feel invigorated. I then pick up the hoe and enter a state of work.

Seeing the enormous sofa placed in the center of the living room, the two women, exhausted after a long day, cheered and rushed over, rolling onto the spacious sofa without a hint of ladylike decorum. Han Xinglin was somewhat more reserved in her attire, dressed conservatively. Although she had a good figure, compared to Han Xue, she clearly lacked that mature charm that a wife could possess. Han Xue, on the other hand, had a naturally voluptuous body and was dressed rather scantily. As she rolled, her dress became disheveled, revealing large patches of her fair skin. Her long, snow-white thighs were completely exposed, and her round, perky backside was half visible, leaving Yang Ling dry-mouthed and hesitant to look too much. Seizing the opportunity to go to the restroom, he hurriedly left to calm the heat rising within him.

In fact, he has no affection for this item; it is completely impossible for him to collect it himself. The only reason he is interested is that it was mined from the miner system. Understanding its origin is merely a means to exchange it for more money. At present, it can be converted into cash, and it also provides psychological comfort to this elderly person who is in the twilight of life, which is a win-win situation for him. The miner system has produced such a valuable item with only two hearts at its current level; who knows what extraordinary items will emerge in the future? If everything is kept, it can only be admired but not consumed, and he would not want to go mad over it. It also provides psychological comfort to this elderly person who is in the twilight of life, which is a win-win situation for him. The miner system has produced such a valuable item with only two hearts at its current level; who knows what extraordinary items will emerge in the future? If everything is kept, it can only be admired but not consumed, and he would not want to go mad over it.

As the time for parting approached, the old man solemnly said to Yang Ling: "Once again, I thank you, young friend Yang, for your generosity. Rest assured, I will never sell this treasure. I intend to make it my final work. When I pass away, I will donate it to a museum, so that future generations will remember that there was an old man like me in the world of jade and stone, and that will be enough for me."

Han Xue sat beside Yang Ling, her ample bosom brushing against his arm with the jolts of the car. The short skirt could hardly cover her jade-like legs, revealing a hint of spring color that was both subtle and alluring. However, Yang Ling was in a daze, completely oblivious to it, holding the key to the Wisteria Hill villa in his hand, a foolish smile on his face.

After everyone finished reading, their expressions were peculiar. The old man explained, "This is the only record I know that is related to this item and children. This item should be a type of blue tortoiseshell shell, but it must be extremely rare. In any case, I have spent my entire life dealing with antiques and jade, and I have never seen one. By the way, may I ask if the child has any intention of parting with it?"

Engrossed in mining, time passed particularly quickly. When Yang Ling finally felt unbearably hungry and returned to the room, it was already close to midnight. He still cooked a pot of noodles to fill his stomach, then rested before entering the stone house in the courtyard to begin practicing the "Soul Refining Technique of Meridian Opening"

Wearing the already dirty mining shorts, Yang Ling once again entered the small courtyard of the system. Before him were blooming flowers and green grass, leaves gently swaying, the air filled with fragrance, and the well water flowing melodiously. If the rough stone house were replaced with a quaint wooden cottage, accompanied by a bit of sun, stars, and moonlight, it would be nothing short of a celestial paradise, indistinguishable from the mustard seed heaven in cultivation novels

Holding the contract signed by Yang Ling, the old man embraced the tortoiseshell, grinning like a child who has just received a beloved toy, lost in his own silly laughter

Teacher Ouyang, this villa is too expensive, I cannot afford it. If you really like it, perhaps you could exchange it for something else! Yang Ling thought for a moment and was also quite moved by the old man's appearance

Yang Ling was taken aback, and even the brother beside him couldn't help but jump up. The two women were even more overwhelmed, covering their mouths in disbelief as they looked at the old man

This is "Records of the Unusual in Haizhou," authored by a person named Xue Liu, the date of which is no longer ascertainable. Look at this passage. The old man, under the light, opened the pages of the book and pointed to several lines of text written in traditional Chinese characters in regular script: "To the south of the South China Sea, ten thousand miles away, there lies a sea navel, unfathomable. The sea people call it Guixu. It is said that beneath it lies the ultimate end of the earth. On nights of the full moon, a blue light bursts forth from within, its color bright and dazzling, resembling the stars. At the time of nightfall and sunrise, one encounters the appearance of the Dais beast, which resembles a floating island, swallowing the morning sun and sinking, ultimately remaining unknowable."

You know nothing, get lost! The old man glared at Brother Ji in anger, then turned to look at Yang Ling with sincerity.

At this time, the small hillock has been subjected to high-speed excavation in Yangling for several consecutive days, resulting in approximately one-tenth of its area being dug out, transforming it into a pit more than a person's height deep

What ~ ?

It seems that I have underestimated this mining system after all

The old man eagerly fetched paper and pen, instructing Brother Ji to write as he spoke. Once completed, everyone reviewed it and had no questions. Thus, two copies were made, and signatures were affixed by both parties, along with Brother Ji and Han Xue. This multimillion-dollar transaction was thus concluded