Actually, besides being used in pill concoction, demon cores can also be utilized for refining magic arrays.
The magic arrays crafted this way, when embedded in magical treasures, can produce a variety of marvelous effects.
For example, they can increase attack power, reduce the consumption of True Essence, come with certain special skills, or enhance certain types of damage, and so on.
Magical treasures of the same level, with or without embedded Array Refining Stones, the difference in efficacy is like heaven and earth.
Take Ling Xiao’s several swords, for instance, they are embedded with Array Refining Stones, which is why they come with special skills and also have special amplifying effects.
Otherwise, they could only increase damage.
The reason Ling Xiao chose to learn the Method of Array Refinement was also due to this aspect.
Because demon cores have all sorts of special uses, they are absolutely hot commodities in the market.
Take the demon cores of Fierce Beast King Level, they are not something just anyone can hunt, unless they are Heavenly Person Realm Experts, otherwise, it’s really difficult to come by.
Because they are hard to obtain, their value is often frighteningly high.
"Sister Moon, how come I seem to see the symbol of Moon Hua Sect on those stalls?"
Having arrived at a market dealing in beastly materials, Ling Xiao couldn’t help but ask.
"That’s because these stalls and shops all belong to the Moon Hua Sect, you’ve spent too little time in the Outer Sect, so it’s normal that you’ve never experienced this kind of thing. These are all managed by Outer Disciples, or rented out to others, from which they can collect rent," Moon Lady explained.
"A sect’s development cannot be separated from economic prosperity. Otherwise, where do you think the gold, silver, and Spirit Stones the sect needs on a daily basis come from? You don’t think they can just fall from the sky, do you?"
"I see, I’ve been solely focused on cultivation and haven’t really given these matters much thought," Ling Xiao suddenly realized.
"So, that being said, the Beast King Palace, Sword King Sect, and the three sects of the Southern Region also have their own businesses?"
"Of course! This is the largest city in the eastern and southern regions, with a very large population flow, so doing business here naturally yields the most profit, and everyone is willing to come to this place," Moon Lady nodded and said.
Both of them were dressed in casual attire, without the symbol of Moon Hua Sect on their clothes, so naturally, those Outer Disciples of Moon Hua Sect did not recognize them.
Moon Lady has always kept a low profile.
And Ling Xiao was elusive; some people might have some impression of him, but after all, they hadn’t seen him often, and now Ling Xiao was also in disguise, making it hard to recognize him.
They didn’t go out of their way to disturb these people, since this time they weren’t out on an inspection, they just wanted to buy some things.
Ling Xiao continued his arduous search for the Mirage Beast Core of Fierce Beast King Level, while Moon Lady followed behind him, curiously examining the dazzling array of accessories on the stalls.
This area, being a market specifically for the Twelve Sects, was large in scale and high in standard, with extraordinary items for sale.
Even the hawthorns on the candied haws were special, when eaten, they could strengthen the body and prolong life.
Of course, good things are naturally expensive, elsewhere a skewer of candied haws cost only a coin of broken silver, but here, even gold was not acceptable, only Spirit Stones could be used for purchasing.
Therefore, those who came here were naturally prominent figures.
Disciples of the Twelve Sects, members of the Royal Family of the Northern Han Kingdom, and various independent martial artists.
And their strength was not ordinary.
The streets suddenly filled with the resounding clang of gongs.
"Listen up, everyone! His Highness, the Crown Prince of the Northern Han Kingdom has recently brought back a giant elephant from the Savage Country," announced the herald. "His Highness has said, if anyone can tame it, they will be rewarded with a Fierce Beast King Level Inner Elixir and 1 Million Low-Grade Spirit Stones!"
Upon hearing this, Ling Xiao couldn’t help the hint of joy that appeared on his face.
Although they did not specify that the reward would definitely be a Mirage Beast Core, owning a Fierce Beast King Level Inner Elixir would allow him to trade with others.
Moreover, this was from His Highness, the Crown Prince of the Northern Han Kingdom, whose status was even higher than Zhao Zhi, the Fourth Prince; there might be a chance of getting a Mirage Beast’s Fierce Beast King Level Core.
With this thought, he glanced at Sister Moon beside him.
Sister Moon clearly understood what he was thinking and nodded. After finding out the location of the challenge, the two hurried over.
This place was similar to Sword King City’s Battle Beast Arena, but there were no slaves or death row inmates—just pure beast fights.
Or martial artists against beasts.
By this time, there was already a large crowd gathered in the stands, and Ling Xiao and Sister Moon directly walked to the very front row. It was only fitting for him to sit there since he intended to challenge the elephant.
No one stopped him, because those capable of reaching the first three rows were not the weak.
In the center of the arena stood a giant elephant, seven to eight meters tall, looking majestic and occasionally letting out roars of violent anger.
Because someone was currently battling it.
What Ling Xiao found interesting was that the person fighting the giant elephant was actually an old acquaintance of his, none other than the Beast King Palace’s Tyrant Sky Tiger.
Having not seen him in a few days, Tyrant Sky Tiger’s cultivation level hadn’t broken through, but his combat strength had clearly increased, his fierce moves earning continuous cheers from the watching crowd.
Although Ling Xiao wasn’t particularly concerned about 1 million low-grade Spirit Stones, most martial artists were still very poor, and to them, 1 million low-grade Spirit Stones was an astronomical figure.
Moving his gaze around, Ling Xiao spotted several familiar faces in the stands—She Jiao, Wang Lang, Li Hu from Beast King Palace, and Chen Meng and Jian Feng from the Sword King Sect.
"This giant elephant is truly fierce. It seems that Tyrant Sky Tiger is about to be overwhelmed," he heard someone comment.
"Yes, killing it would be easier, but the Crown Prince wants it tamed, which is a much harder task," another person agreed.
"If Tyrant Sky Tiger can’t manage, then Sister Chen Meng definitely can. When it comes to delicate tasks, Sister Chen Meng is the one to get it done," someone else chimed in.
Unexpectedly, Chen Meng, whom Ling Xiao had once easily defeated, was still being praised, and it seemed that the ones singing her praises were disciples from the Southern Three Sects.
However, it made sense. Jian Wuji was one of the Six Young Masters of the Sacred Dynasty, and Chen Meng was considered Jian Wuji’s woman. The flattery from these people was ultimately for Jian Wuji’s sake.
In this context, it was natural for Chen Meng to be held in high esteem.
Speaking of which, Ling Xiao still hadn’t found out what Chen Meng’s Martial Soul was, simply because he had defeated her too easily in their last battle.
He was somewhat curious, but that was about it. Chen Meng wasn’t much of a threat to him now; his goal was the Holy Son, the leader of the Six Young Masters of the Sacred Dynasty.
With this in mind, Ling Xiao’s gaze returned to the arena. The battle was nearly at an end, and Tyrant Sky Tiger’s disadvantage grew more pronounced.
It seemed there was some rationale behind His Highness, the Crown Prince of the Northern Han Kingdom, calling experts from various sects to assist; this giant elephant was indeed no small challenge.
This giant elephant differed from ordinary elephants; it was completely white like jade and emitted a strange jade-colored luster.
Standing there, it resembled an Immortal Beast that suppressed evil spirits.