Flower Immortal Valley!!
This was a truly unique valley—blossoms bloomed all year round, and spring reigned eternal. Within this land dwelled a most peculiar race known as the Flower Immortal Clan. Though called immortals, they were in fact spirits born of flowers, a race nurtured by nature itself. However, they weren't ordinary flowers that gained sentience and transformed into demons; rather, they were spiritual essences born from the vitality of flora.
The people of the Flower Immortal Clan were all astoundingly beautiful—each one a rare beauty among ten thousand. Any of them, if seen beyond the valley, would easily be considered top-tier beauties, capturing the hearts of countless admirers.
What was truly peculiar was that the Flower Immortal Clan was almost entirely female. In order to reproduce, they had to take husbands from outside. These husbands would join the Hundred Flower Valley as in-laws, and after bearing children, the offspring would belong to the clan—becoming a member of the Flower Immortal Clan.
It was said that the women of the clan almost always gave birth to girls, with a 90% chance of bearing daughters and less than 10% for sons. Male offspring, once reaching adulthood, would be sent out of the valley and become vassals of the Flower Immortal Clan. Should they later marry and have daughters, those girls would still be welcomed back into the clan.
These customs were undeniably strange.But they were ancient, unbroken rules, upheld since time immemorial.
Of course, the Flower Immortal Clan wasn't merely known for their beauty—their strength was not to be underestimated. Within the Hundred Flower Valley, the clan possessed a supreme inheritance: the "Flower Immortal Scripture" ("花仙经"), a miraculous art especially adept at illusions. Their combat prowess was no joke. It was said that those slain by Flower Immortals would die beautifully, with their corpses covered in blossoms—enchanting yet horrifying.
Still, no one wanted flowers growing out of their corpse.
Even the Skyhawk Royal Court didn't dare provoke Flower Immortal Valley lightly.
That day, a vast shadow suddenly loomed over the Flower Immortal Valley.
As the flower spirits busied themselves cultivating amidst the blooms, collecting nectar and petals to brew wine and concoct spiritual liquids, they all looked up toward the sky—and were stunned.
"What is that? Such a huge vessel! It's floating in the sky, drifting through the void!"
"There are people aboard... I see a flag: 'Trade Across All Realms.' Is this a merchant ship? But who has the strength to operate such a thing in our land?"
"Since it's a merchant vessel, it likely means no harm. Merchants value peace and profit. Could it be... they're here to trade with us?"
The flower maidens, clad in dresses woven from myriad blossoms, stared curiously at the floating heavenly ship.
Upon realizing it was a trading vessel, most of their vigilance dissipated. Merchants always carried rare goods—so long as one could pay the price, one could obtain nearly anything.
"Who goes there? This is Flower Immortal Valley. Outsiders may not enter without permission."
A powerful woman appeared, her aura formidable. She raised her voice toward the ship overhead.
"Fellow Daoists of the Flower Immortal Valley, no need for alarm! We are merchants of the All-Domain (Wanyu)Trade Alliance (万域商盟). We've come simply for trade. Peace breeds prosperity; even if a deal cannot be struck, there's no need for hostility. I am He Shen, steward of this ship. You may call me Shopkeeper He."
Standing aboard the skyship was a chubby man with beady eyes. His friendly smile put onlookers at ease.
"So it's the All-Domain Trade Alliance. We welcome all traders. But the valley itself is forbidden to outsiders. Please wait here while we report to the clan leader. Once permission is granted, trade can proceed."
Shortly afterward, the clan leader Hua Lianyu emerged from seclusion and personally boarded the skyship to initiate trade.
Though He Shen came with a purpose, the wares he brought were genuine and exceptional—all produced by the Great Yi Dynasty. Exquisite bone china, cloud brocade, mist brocade, and a variety of newly developed goods dazzled the eye.
The flower maidens, upon boarding the ship, were stunned—and quickly fell in love with what they saw.
"Look! These bowls and plates are even more beautiful than jade!"
"The silk here contains spiritual energy—perfect for crafting robes and magical garments. Far more exquisite than anything we've seen before!"
"These finished dresses are gorgeous! This one looks perfect for Little Red. Try it on, quick!"
Indeed, raw fabrics fetched far lower prices than finished garments. And with expert designers—many of whom were modern-era designers integrated into the Great Yi—they had quickly adapted, creating stunning designs that blended ancient and modern styles.
Using premium fabrics, they crafted clothes of undeniable quality—each a masterpiece.
"Shopkeeper He, what's this? The packaging is lovely—may I open it?"
Amid their shopping spree, one flower maiden spotted a refined bone crystal box etched with sealing runes.
"Ah, that's a specialty we discovered—Chocolate! Rich in energy, eating it allows a cultivator to go three days without hunger. It's also incredibly delicious and contains spiritual energy that boosts cultivation. A gourmet delicacy and a spiritual tonic."
He Shen grinned as he opened the box, revealing silky, rectangular chocolate bars. A rich aroma wafted out, tempting all who caught a whiff. These weren't ordinary chocolates—they were made from spirit cocoa beans brought back from the Golden Sand Desert. Now replanted, the new trees bore fruit rich in spiritual energy.
After refining with medicinal herbs, they developed a unique recipe: Multi-Flavored Chocolate (多味巧克力), infused with various spirit fruits. Delicious and restorative, they rapidly replenish true essence, making them popular among bounty hunters and warriors across Great Yi.
Of course, Flower Immortal Valley had valuable goods of its own:
Hundred Blossom Balm (百花膏): Crafted from petals of a hundred flowers, this beauty salve rejuvenates the skin and delays aging. A perfect cosmetic for female cultivators.
Hundred Flower Spirit Wine (百花仙酿): Mild yet potent, it enhances cultivation and beautifies the drinker—highly sought after and nearly impossible to find outside the valley.
Hundred Flower Spiritual Honey (百花灵蜜): Another rare treasure.
Through this mutual exchange, He Shen acquired many of Flower Immortal Valley's specialties, while the clan gained precious items and materials from the Great Yi.
The trade was fair and fruitful. Both sides were highly satisfied.
Afterward, the skyship departed, continuing its voyage.
Fifty skyships appeared all across Skyhawk Island, and within a day, news of the All-Domain Trade Alliance spread like wildfire.
Their principle was clear: they didn't care about race, background, or identity. As long as one had something to offer, they were willing to trade—even the rarest of items.
Wherever they went, local factions gained immense benefits. The alliance's reputation soared across the island, famed for their honest deals and high-quality goods.
Many forces who had yet to see a skyship began eagerly awaiting their arrival.
But not everything went smoothly.
Some vicious and aggressive races, upon spotting the ships, attempted to ambush and plunder them...