Chapter 694: The Thousand-Demon Sea
"We're going now?"
Qin Sang turned toward Huntian Island, a hint of hesitation surfacing on his face.
Noticing this, Han Cuo said, "If Daoist has no pressing matters, there's no need to be in a rush. Once you step onto Huntian Island, it won’t be easy to come back out, and you might miss out on a lot. Outside the island, we humans have set up a place similar to a trading market, where we exchange goods and share information. It's also a temporary base. Those who dare remain outside at a time like this are all fairly powerful. Sometimes, a cultivator has a streak of bad luck and suffers a mishap, leaving them with no choice but to sell their most prized treasures. That's why rare and wondrous items often appear in the market. Why not come along and take a look? You might just find something of interest. You helped us defeat a powerful foe. It would be our pleasure to host you at the market, as a small token of gratitude."
"Oh? It seems Daoist Han has gained quite a lot then."
Qin Sang gave Han Cuo a long, thoughtful look.
He had no intention of going to Duyan Island, let alone setting foot on Huntian Island. He had already guessed there might be a market outside the island, but had not expected Han Cuo to bring it up so directly. It made things easier for him to accept the invitation.
He was not drawn in by the treasures Han Cuo spoke of. His real goal was to gather the information he needed in the market before continuing on to search for the Perpetual Camphor.
"To be honest, Daoist Qin, what I’ve gained in this short period is worth nearly a decade of effort."
Han Cuo smiled without the slightest modesty, then sighed. "I once thought the middle stage of the Core Formation Realm was my limit, but now, I see a glimmer of hope for reaching the late stage. With such a chance, I may as well go all in. Otherwise, I wouldn’t still be risking my life out here."
Another Core Formation cultivator standing nearby also wore an expression of quiet agreement.
"In that case, I’ll go with you all. Hopefully, I’ll gain something from the trip."
Qin Sang thought for a moment before agreeing.