C23 Zhou Yan Once Again Headed to the Mysterious Store.
At this stage, food supplies were limited for everyone, and there were many soldiers in need of sustenance.
The Fog Zones beyond the territory were fraught with peril.
They feared for the soldiers' safety if sent to explore these areas, as they could encounter grave dangers.
And if the soldiers perished, could they withstand the Trial on their own?
Thus, the crops they cultivated became their primary food source.
While growing food within the Territory took less time, it still required half a month.
This half-month period was, in essence, an indirect assessment. Those unable to endure would prematurely conclude their trial and head back to the Canglan Continent.
However, with the emergence of the Spirit Spring, the growth of crops could be accelerated, negating the need to persist for half a month.
They would only need to hold out for roughly a week.
This was precisely why the Spirit Spring was so coveted.
Yet in the spiritual fields of Zhou Yan's territory, the crops matured even quicker, completing the growth cycle in just a few days.
Zhou Yan had no concerns about being outpaced. Within his Territory, not a single building was below Grade S.
Every structure in his domain was unparalleled by current standards.
For a newcomer at this stage, possessing a Grade S building was a stroke of incredible fortune.
But Zhou Yan's buildings were all Level S. With such an array of advanced structures, what did he have to worry about?
Zhou Yan never fretted over the possibility of being overtaken. His Rainbow Lord Space had the power to transform the most basic buildings into ones that rivaled Level S quality.
While he couldn't yet vouch for his heroes and soldiers being at least Level S, their caliber was assuredly not lacking.
Food was no longer a concern; his daily task was simply to water the crops.
Later, Zhou Yan and Diaochan made their way to the mysterious store.
The store refreshed its inventory daily, and it also provided additional opportunities to update its offerings.
He had the option to refresh the items yesterday, but they were prohibitively expensive, far beyond his means.
Now, with over three million spirit coins to his name, financial worries were a thing of the past for Zhou Yan and his mother.
Stepping into the mysterious store, Zhou Yan's gaze fell upon the five items displayed on the counter.
The first item: Ice Armor.
Quality: Bronze.
Durability: 30/30.
Attribute 1: Defense +10.
Attribute 2: Ice and Frost (Can actively unleash a blast of cold to freeze enemies, with the duration varying based on the enemy's strength level. Usable once every six hours.)
Equipment Requirement: 6 Strength points.
Description: This piece of gear is crafted from coarse ice ores.
Price: 5,000 spirit coins.
"This is Bronze-tier equipment, and it's quite affordable," Zhou Yan remarked before making the purchase.
Territory Alert: "You have spent 5,000 spirit coins on one Ice Armor."
Zhou Yan then turned his attention to the second item.
To his surprise, it was a garment designed for women.
Given the scarcity of such attire, he eagerly checked its attributes.
Item: Phoenix Robe (Apparel)
Special: Grants additional attributes.
Quality: Gold.
Durability: 200/200.
Attribute 1: +10 to all attributes.
Attribute 2: Unsullied (Automatically removes any stains from the garment hourly).
Attribute 3: Fire Resistance +15.
Equipment Requirement: Exclusively for women, with an additional +1 to Luck.
Description: Woven from the plumes of a Fire Bird, this garment is resistant to both cold and heat, making it a top choice for women.
Price: One million spirit coins.
"A Golden Grade garment, no less!"
Zhou Yan was astounded!
On the Lord Continent, clothing was commonplace. Many Lords with weaving capabilities trained numerous artisans for this purpose.
The reason was simple: many female Lords desired to be beautiful. With a plethora of female residents and heroes among the Lords, the quest for beauty was innate to all women. As a result, finely crafted and attractive garments were in high demand.
One should never underestimate the purchasing power of women.
It brings to mind the words of a certain comrade: "Behind every successful man is a woman, and behind me are countless women."
Yet, ordinary garments typically lacked attributes.
Even those with attributes, if lacking a special prefix, wouldn't confer any benefits and were merely decorative.
Despite this, many women still chose to wear such clothing, not for the attributes, but for the sake of beauty.
If a garment possessed special attributes, it was as if they had donned an additional piece of equipment.
Hence, a garment with special attributes was exceedingly rare.
Every item carried a hefty price tag.
But what truly set this garment apart were its formidable attributes.
With a mere 10-point boost to all attributes, it stood shoulder to shoulder with Dark Gold Level gear.
And that's not even taking into account the two bonus skills.
While they might not seem significant at first glance, the Unsullied skill was incredibly useful for women.
A 15-point increase in Fire Resistance was nothing to scoff at either, making it ideal for combat against fire-based creatures.
For Diaochan, a single point in luck might not be much, but in comparison to others, it was a considerable advantage.
Though the Phoenix Robe fetched a million spirit coins at the mysterious store, its market value could skyrocket by dozens or even hundreds of times if sold elsewhere.
Many Lords, after all, were more than willing to splurge on women.
"I'm truly fortunate," Zhou Yan beamed with joy, grateful for his wealth. Otherwise, he would've faced the same predicament as yesterday—yearning for a treasure he couldn't afford.
Territory Alert: "You have expended one million spirit coins to purchase the female-exclusive Phoenix Robe."
Holding the Phoenix Robe, Zhou Yan turned to Diaochan and said, "Chan, this Phoenix Robe is yours."
"You spent a million spirit coins without a second thought on this dress?"
Diaochan was enamored with it, yet she couldn't help but feel it was excessively lavish.
Zhou Yan explained, "Chan, as the Lord, I see this not just as a piece of clothing but as a piece of equipment, rich with attributes. It's only by strengthening your abilities that you can better protect both me and our Territory."
"Thank you," Diaochan responded, her heart swelling with joy. The dress was stunning, and as a woman who appreciated beauty, she was drawn to its elegance.
As Diaochan donned the Phoenix Robe, a striking woman in red materialized before Zhou Yan.
He had imagined how Diaochan might look in the Phoenix Robe, but the reality left him speechless.
Before him stood a vision akin to a celestial being, his heart pounding, words escaping him.
In that moment, it was as if she was the sole presence in the entire cosmos.
Adorned in the Phoenix Robe, Diaochan radiated an irresistible allure.
"Chan, you need to take responsibility for me," Zhou Yan declared.
Diaochan looked at him, her face a picture of confusion.
"You're all I see, all I feel, all I think about. It's only fair that you take responsibility for me," Zhou Yan proclaimed without a hint of embarrassment.
A blush crept over Diaochan's cheeks as she shyly lowered her gaze, twirling a lock of hair around her finger. She was truly enchanting.
All women enjoy hearing sweet nothings, and Zhou Yan was not just flattering; he was speaking the truth.
Indeed, any man who laid eyes on Diaochan would find himself bewitched by her unparalleled beauty.
Zhou Yan's attention then shifted back to the last three items before him.
He let out a sigh.
The third was a Spirit Weapon, valued at a staggering one billion spirit coins.
He couldn't afford it even if he sold a kidney.
The fourth was a building, priced at 50,000 Soul Coins.
Even with a sufficient amount of Soul Coins, he wouldn't consider the purchase. With the Rainbow Lord Space at his disposal, he only needed to invest in standard buildings, which would eventually transform into rarities.
The final item was a pair of socks, which he dismissed without a second glance.
