The Great Yi Dynasty placed no restrictions on the types of goods accepted for Eternal Coin (永恒币) exchange. Even seemingly worthless materials were exchanged at fair value based on the Appraisal Platform (鉴宝台)'s evaluation—leading to an outpour of Eternal Coins from the treasury.
"Very good," Yi Tianxing said with a faint smile."Even ordinary materials can shine in our hands. Yin-Yang Steel (阴阳钢) itself is made from basic components.
With the right formulas and the help of the Creation Cube (造化魔方), we can turn trash into treasure. That's what truly excites me."
Ordinary materials weren't a problem—they were abundant. And if you had the right combinations, top-tier materials could be synthesized.
Rarity and quality were valuable, but for Great Yi, quantity mattered just as much. Large-scale infrastructure, manufacturing, and military required mass resources—not just exquisite items in small numbers.
"Nannan," Yi Tianxing called gently as he entered the courtyard."Now that the Mutual Market (互市) has opened, let's go out and have a look. It's been too long since we've gone shopping together."
"Yes," said Yao Yue, nodding in approval."There'll be so many exotic treasures. But rather than going out together and drawing too much attention, let's split up.
We've already gone out with him many times. This time, it's your turn to enjoy it, Nannan."
Though she claimed it was about keeping a low profile, everyone could tell it was a kind-hearted gesture. They knew Nannan wasn't the most talkative, and hoped this quiet time with Yi Tianxing would help her feel more included.
"Thank you, sisters."Nannan's eyes sparkled with anticipation. A chance to walk with Yi Tianxing alone—she had long looked forward to this. There was no way she would refuse.
The Mutual Market's opening progressed far faster than expected. After all, this kind of gathering was demand-driven. The cultivators from every race had long been hoping for such a trading space.
With a safe venue like White Crow City, and all logistics handled by the capable Wan Sanqian, everything was smoothly arranged.
Staff were selected from the Hongmeng Heavenly Emperor Pagoda, while patrols by Great Yi's soldiers kept order. No one dared stir up trouble here—it would be suicide.
And then there was the Eternal Coin—a currency so fair, so recognized, so addictively useful, that it inspired trust in anyone who held it.
Fair trade, no price gouging, and equal treatment for all—this established Great Yi's reputation of reliability.
The result?
The market setup took mere moments. Traders simply laid out cloth on the streets and displayed their goods. The entire city became a commercial zone. The central plaza, however, was the core—the most luxurious, spacious, and sought-after market area.
As the host of the Mutual Market, Great Yi did charge stall fees:
10 Eternal Coins per regular stall.
30 Eternal Coins per central plaza stall.
A symbolic fee, really. The true objective was to attract participants, build trust, and make the Mutual Market permanent—something everyone would want to protect and participate in.
Soon, street stalls bloomed everywhere, selling:
Divine-Demon Specialties (神魔特产),
Rare treasures from different races,
Homemade artifacts by skilled cultivators.
It was a marketplace of wonders.
Even those who came for the General Assembly were drawn in—awed by the organization and the sheer power of Great Yi's influence.
"Brother," Nannan whispered as they strolled the busy streets,"do you think some Eternal Night demons might sneak into the market in disguise? That could be dangerous."
Her concern was valid. The Eternal Night demons were known for their terrifying infiltration abilities, sometimes even passing undetected by city defenses.
"Not here," Yi Tianxing replied with a confident smile."Don't forget, White Crow City is built by the White Bone Nether Crow Clan (白骨冥鸦族), and rests atop a White Bone Nether Crow Emperor.
Trying to sneak past it? That's almost impossible.
And even if they did sneak in—we'll crush them."
His confidence wasn't arrogance—it was certainty. In this city, no chaos could erupt without being instantly quelled.
"Let's go to the central plaza.That's where the best items are. Maybe we'll find something special."
He added with a chuckle, half-expecting a few surprise encounters—perhaps even some hidden general-level talents.
Once inside the central plaza, stall after stall revealed unexpected delights.
"Hmm? Interesting. So many strange Divine-Demon Specialties."
Yi Tianxing had just entered when his eyes fell on a particular stall—displaying a collection of rings. But not ordinary rings—these had:
Varied colors: Black Iron, Bronze, Silver, Gold,
Intricate patterns woven across their surfaces,
And on each one, the faint image of a gluttonous beast—Taotie (饕餮).
A group of cultivators had already gathered around.
The stall was run by a sharp-looking goblin. Clearly cunning and shrewd—this was no fool to be cheated.
Seeing the crowd, the goblin lit up with excitement and launched into a pitch:
"Everyone, take a look at these! These are Divine-Demon Specialties, grown from the Divine-Demon Treasure Tree!
They're called Glutton Rings (饕餮戒指)—storage rings with internal space.
But they don't just store items. They also store true essence and magic power!"
"Fill them in advance, and during battle, you can draw from the ring to replenish your energy—faster and more effective than any pill.
It's the ultimate travel companion and emergency tool. A must-have magical treasure!"
The cultivators' eyes widened. Storage wasn't new—many treasures did that. But to store energy?
That was something else entirely.
These could save your life in battle.
And the storage sizes?
Black Iron: 100 cubic meters
Bronze: 500 cubic meters
Silver: 3,000 cubic meters
Gold: 10,000 cubic meters
"Incredible! Just look at that capacity!"
"How much are they? I want one!"
"Yes, what's the price?" voices chimed in.
The goblin smiled, clearly enjoying the attention.
"Black Iron – 1,000 Eternal Coins
Bronze – 10,000 Eternal Coins
Silver – 50,000 Eternal Coins
Gold – 800,000 Eternal Coins
And I only have three gold ones. Once they're gone—that's it!"
These prices were far from cheap—but for space-type magical items, they were expected.
Especially with the added ability to store mana.
The Glutton Ring instantly became one of the hottest commodities at the market.