Chapter 101: Jade Wave Island

“Senior, these are four taels of my treasured tea leaves. And this is my cherished chalcedony teacup.”

“Together, I offer them to you.”

Shortly after, the stout man approached, carrying a set of boxes and a small cloth pouch.

He opened the box to reveal a pure white chalcedony teacup, exquisitely carved. For a tea lover, such an item was incredibly precious.

Although it was useless to Lin Yang personally, it was perfect for receiving guests—at least it added considerable prestige.

“Leave them here. I have some questions for you.”

“Please ask anything, senior. I will answer without reservation.”

Lin Yang nodded and began inquiring.

“Do you have a map to Tianxing Island? I want a map of the entire Chaos Star Sea. Also, do you know if there is a teleportation array nearby that can take me directly to Tianxing Island?”

“Quickly, fetch the map! The nearest teleportation array around here is at Bibo Island, which is over a thousand nautical miles away.”

“If you wish to travel there, I can arrange a caravan for you or find a guide to take you directly to Bibo Island.”

The stout man spoke enthusiastically, instructing his subordinates to retrieve the map.

“Very well, bring me a guide. I’ll wait here.”

After pondering for a moment, Lin Yang decided to take a guide. A thousand nautical miles could be covered in a day with one companion; there was no need to lag behind a caravan.

“Alright, senior, wait here. You all stay and be ready to follow orders.”

The stout man had earlier summoned several maidservants who brought a large assortment of fruits and pastries.

After a while, a server arrived carrying a wooden tray with a small jade slip.

The stout man picked up the jade slip and handed it respectfully to Lin Yang. “Senior, this is the complete map of the Chaos Star Sea.”

“Good. You may leave.”

Hearing Lin Yang’s command, the stout man bowed deeply with great respect and quickly exited, eager to complete the task.

Lin Yang took the jade slip from the tray and examined it. Within it was a material used to store information.

Such items were often used to pass down cultivation techniques, though they could only be used once.

He pressed the jade slip to his forehead, and instantly, a vast amount of information flooded his mind. The map of the entire Chaos Star Sea, all the known and charted terrain, entered his consciousness as if he had traveled it personally.

“This is excellent. When I return, I should leave this as a legacy—a gift to the Lin family.”

At last, Lin Yang realized this method could be used to pass down techniques, preserving all his skills for future generations.

This way, his descendants would inherit knowledge, enabling them to earn spirit stones through craftsmanship rather than endless fighting. Skilled cultivators were always in high demand.

Meanwhile, Lin Yang studied the geography of the Chaos Star Sea in his mind while nibbling on the peculiar fruits nearby.

The fruit was blue all over, shaped like an apple but adorned with wave-like ripples on its surface.

It gave off a distinct marine aroma, yet was filled with a yang energy that left one feeling warm and cozy. Lin Yang found it novel and ate an entire plateful.

“This is quite tasty. Bring me another plate.”

He enjoyed the fruit and began asking questions.

“Senior, it’s best not to eat too much of this.”

A nearby maidservant gently admonished him.

“Why?”

“This fruit grows only in places where yang energy gathers beneath the sea. It is a potent aphrodisiac; too much will cause internal heat.”

The maidservant blushed deeply, so much so that her face seemed to almost bleed with color.

“That’s a pity.”

Upon hearing this, Lin Yang put down the half-eaten fruit. Best not to embarrass himself later.

“All right, also bring me a few books to read.”

Feeling bored, Lin Yang accepted some books from the nearby maidservants. These were mostly miscellaneous notes left by cultivators in the area.

They gave him insight into the local customs and environment, which he found quite intriguing.

Most of the local elixirs were made primarily from the inner cores of monstrous beasts, using rather crude materials.

By their standards, Lin Yang could produce ten times the amount of elixirs from the same materials. Just this method of profiting from price differences suggested spirit stones were steadily within reach.

With these exotic ingredients and beast-based elixirs, he could also develop new recipes. Combined with their rarity, he could monopolize the market while keeping costs low.

In high spirits, Lin Yang sat rocking gently in a chair. After about an hour, the stout man returned accompanied by another person within Lin Yang’s spiritual perception.

The stout man hurried over with a middle-aged man, taking him straight to Lin Yang and bowing respectfully.

“Senior, this is Ouyang Shou, who frequently travels to Bibo Island. He is an excellent guide.”

After speaking, the stout man nudged Ouyang Shou, who quickly bowed as well.

“Senior, I often trade and carry messages to Bibo Island. Rest assured, I know the sea defenses better than anyone.”

The middle-aged man gave his word confidently.

“Very well. I have urgent matters. Take me there at once.”

Lin Yang stood up and prepared to leave.

“Senior, senior, I have prepared a banquet for you. Will you honor us with your presence?”

The stout man still hoped to deepen their relationship, casually offering an elixir that could help someone break through a cultivation stage—a true display of wealth.

Making connections like this could elevate the stout man’s career and cultivation prospects to a whole new level.

“No, I have said I am busy.”

Lin Yang’s tone was firm and unyielding.

“Very well, I will see you off.” The stout man, failing to persuade him, personally cleared the way, followed by Ouyang Shou.

Outside, Lin Yang drew the Limitless Sword, its dazzling brilliance and extreme sharpness stunning the two Foundation Establishment cultivators.

As for any greedy looks, they dared not even glance. Being so close to such a powerful treasure was not worth courting death.

“You lead the way.”

Lin Yang pointed to Ouyang Shou, signaling him to take the lead.

“Yes.”

Ouyang Shou jumped up, and Lin Yang followed. They ascended into the air, departing from the area.

From behind, the stout man shouted, “Senior, when you come to Tianzhu Peak, I will host a welcome feast for you!”

Lin Yang ignored him and flew off, heading roughly toward Bibo Island, constantly adjusting his course according to Ouyang Shou’s directions.

Navigating across the vast, boundless sea was challenging, especially for a novice like Lin Yang. It was easy to get lost and circle endlessly.

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