Just like alchemy and artifact refining, ancient remnants have materials missing, and later cultivators could only keep trying to find substitutes, improving through experience.
In this way, the effects often change.
"May I have a look at it?"
Lin Changāan was somewhat tempted; after all, it was his first time seeing an ancient cultivatorās array.
Even if it doesnāt work out, gaining knowledge would be worthwhile, and this experience could greatly enhance his array skills.
"Lin Array Master, please!"
Seeing it was Lin Changāan, this Core Formation cultivator couldnāt help but smile. With a wave of his hand, the jade scroll, along with the incomplete array disc and flags, floated over.
The jade scroll naturally had a seal, only allowing the front part to be viewed.
However, for an Array Master, this was enough, not to mention the incomplete array disc and flags.
"Indeed, it is an ancient cultivatorās array."
With just one look, Lin Changāan noticed that the refining techniques and some unheard-of materials did not exist in the current Immortal Cultivation Realm.
Nevertheless, this Heaven Fire Array was formidable. Once set up, fireballs would rain down from the sky, each strike equivalent to a Core Formation cultivatorās attack.
It was effective not only within but also outside the array, as long as it was within the attack range.
Although it was only a Tier Three Array, its flexibility far surpassed most current arrays.
If it could be perfected to exert its peak power, the meteor fireballs from the sky could unleash the equivalent of an ordinary strike from a Nascent Soul cultivator.
After a while, Lin Changāan sighed, placing the item back in the box, shaking his head as he said:
"Although it is a remarkable ancient array, it is incomplete, and the few materials needed for restoration are virtually extinct in the Immortal Cultivation Realm, making it incredibly hard to find substitutes.
If fellow Daoist is willing, I am willing to offer 50,000 middle-grade Spirit Stones."
Lin Changāan gestured for the item to float back. The face of the Core Formation cultivator changed upon hearing the offer.
Other interested Core Formation cultivators present also curiously took a look, and each shook their head in turn.
"I heard that this Fire Scale Stone is only found in the Great Jin, itās too hard to find."
"Itās not just this Fire Scale Stone, the array flags actually require a material called Flame Spirit Wood. Iāve never heard of such a material, how can it be restored?"
"What a pity, it seems only Lin Array Master present has the ability to restore this array."
The successive head-shakes from the cultivators filled the Core Formation cultivator holding the ancient array with a sense of helplessness.
He wasnāt an Array Master, so naturally, he couldnāt evaluate it, but with so many people saying it, the value was confirmed.
He had hoped to exchange it for a couple of Core Formation spiritual objects for his descendants, but now it seemed that 50,000 Spirit Stones was about the same.
"Lin Array Master, I am willing to make the exchange."
"Good."
Lin Changāan didnāt hesitate, sometimes high-level cultivator trades work just like this.
Both parties in the exchange assess their needs, with no talk of who gains or loses.
"Congratulations, Lin Array Master."
"Yes, Lin Array Masterās skills could soon break through."
Faced with everyoneās compliments, Lin Changāan responded with a smile and a cupped fist, but he didnāt explain further.
If he could comprehend something, it wouldnāt be a loss. If it could be repaired, then naturally itād be profitable.
But all this required an investment of his own time and trial-and-error costs.
The treasures that followed in the trade fair didnāt interest Lin Changāan, but the atmosphere remained lively.
"Fellow Daoists, I have here a section of Tier Three Spirit Wood and parts from a Tier Three Demon Beast, seeking to exchange for healing spiritual objects."
At this moment, a female cultivator wearing a cloak raised her hand hoarsely, revealing quite a bit of materials, tempting many present.
But upon hearing the desired trade items, many were in dismay.
These healing items were treasurable to Core Formation cultivators.
Meanwhile, as Lin Changāan enjoyed this privilege of a Core Formation cultivator, suddenly the Sword Servant peeling grapes beside him went pale.
Lin Changāan seemed to sense something too, but amidst so many Core Formation cultivators, he casually smiled, pulling the Sword Servant into his embrace.
"Master!"
Seeing Lin Changāanās playful gaze, although the Sword Servantās face was pale, she was smart and immediately understood.
Feeding the grapes into Lin Changāanās mouth, she masked her panic and fear.
To others, it seemed normal enough, even Liu Ruyu from the Profound Sound Pavilion didnāt find anything amiss.
After all, given Lin Changāanās current status and strength, only keeping such a concubine was considered exemplary among ascetic cultivators.
"It seems the Sword Servant knows this person."
With warmth in his embrace, Lin Changāanās eyes flashed with thought.
The Sword Servant slowly regained her composure. The fear in her heart faded, now replaced with a blushing face.
Her masterās palm rested atop her firm bosom, while Lin Changāan maintained a calm demeanor.
Yet the Sword Servant felt an indescribable sensation, eyes filled with shyness and an inexplicable emotion.
"Fellow Daoist, I have two healing elixirs..."
The trade continued, with rare treasures emerging one after another, including a Core Formation cultivator looking to exchange for a young cultivator with extraordinary Spirit Root for possession.
This broadened Lin Changāanās horizons.
Many treasures heād seen in catalogs appeared for the first time in reality.
However, an interesting episode involved a sinister cultivator subtly reaching out to him, wanting to exchange for his Tier Three Yin Spirit Beast King Demon Pill.
Unfortunately, Lin Changāan had no need for the treasures offered, leaving the other party regretful.
Yet he also secretly conveyed his intention to visit in the future, clearly unwilling to give up.