X-Dragon Era

However, although she knew she was bound to lose, Yi Luo Xiang never considered giving up. Even if she couldn't match Xin Yun, she was determined to try her best. As Xin Yun had once told her, no matter what difficulties faced her, she should never get discouraged, let alone give up. As long as one keeps trying, there will be rewards.

In the following days, Yi Luo Xiang spoke even less, and after several days of observation and organization, she finally perfected her trading philosophy. Although she couldn't surpass Xin Yun's achievements, she believed she wouldn't disappoint him too much.

Over the next two weeks, Xin Yun's reputation began to rise. When the trading event was one day from concluding, Xin Yun had already exchanged for dozens of Gold items and eight crystal-grade treasures. While none were amethyst or diamond-grade, he had become the most successful trader in the history of the Treasure Exchange Convention.

Watching Xin Yun playfully trade for a wealth of treasures, Yi Luo Xiang's achievements seemed very modest by comparison and didn't attract anyone's attention. However, if someone took a closer look and compared it with the results of previous Treasure Exchange Conventions, and considered Yi Luo Xiang's current age, they would certainly be astounded.

In the span of two weeks, Yi Luo Xiang didn't make many trades, but by observing and learning from the methods and skills of Xin Yun, she successfully traded a gold object for a crystal one. Although her achievements couldn't compare to Xin Yun's, she still managed to reap a tenfold gain, increasing the value of her treasures twofold every day.

In the warmth of the bedroom at midnight, Xin Yun looked admiringly at the treasure Yi Luo Xiang had traded for today—a Rainbow Ring! It was an attack-type ring-shaped weapon, resembling a rainbow with its seven colors, which could be worn on the wrist as a bracelet, its luster spiraling beautifully.

However, this was more than just a bracelet. By harnessing energy, with a flick of the wrist, the bracelet's edge could eject countless sharp teeth. Thrown with the hand, it could slice through distant targets like cutting through mud, and it moved with ease.

Of course, Yi Luo Xiang was still an ordinary person for now and couldn't wield this treasure. But after tomorrow, Xin Yun would exchange for the Ninth Grade Dragon Creation Stone, and with Yi Luo Xiang's abilities, she would soon become a Bronze-tier Dragon Warrior. Though she couldn't yet fully unleash the power of the treasure, once employed, it would still be incredibly sharp.

After examining it for a while, Xin Yun couldn't help but sigh. Yi Luo Xiang was truly Yi Luo Xiang. Despite her accomplishments seeming less impressive than Xin Yun's, she was still young—under eight years old. Xin Yun had lived two lifetimes and had been reborn with the memories of his previous life, granting him a massive advantage that couldn't be compared to hers.

Yet, even though they couldn't be compared, that they could be mentioned in the same breath was telling enough. With Xin Yun's immense advantage and Yi Luo Xiang's disadvantages, the fact that she could narrowly hold her own spoke volumes of Yi Luo Xiang's intelligence.

Gently handing back the Rainbow Ring, Xin Yun smiled and said, "Very good, it suits you well. There's no need to trade it any further. Even if you could exchange it for something more valuable, it might not be suitable for you."

Hearing Xin Yun's words, Yi Luo Xiang frowned and said, "But, I have my eye on a treasure I'd like to trade for tomorrow, and... I want to trade for a treasure for you, not for myself."

Upon hearing Yi Luo Xiang's words, warmth filled Xin Yun's heart. Yi Luo Xiang's sentiment was incredibly precious, and he couldn't refuse it, nor did he want to... Xin Yun laughed heartily and then pulled over a box, taking out several crystal-grade pieces of equipment and laying them in front of Yi Luo Xiang, saying, "Perfect, I have the same idea. So... let's make a trade.

You can choose any crystal-grade equipment from here to exchange for your Rainbow Ring. What do you think?"

Confronted with Xin Yun's proposal, Yi Luo Xiang joyfully agreed. She really liked the Rainbow Ring, but compared to her own needs, she cared more about Xin Yun. If he could be happy, she would be even happier than if she had received it herself.

After exchanging the Rainbow Ring for a crystal-grade treasure, Xin Yun said mysteriously, "Alright, to prevent you from trading away the Rainbow Ring, I can't give it to you until the convention is over. So now you understand."

Hearing Xin Yun's words, Yi Luo Xiang smiled in understanding. Indeed... if she were given the Rainbow Ring now, once she saw the perfect treasure for Xin Yun, she would inevitably be tempted to include it in the trade.

Having stashed away all the treasures, Xin Yun pulled over the fragrant warm blanket and quickly dove in beneath. Seeing this, Yi Luo Xiang smiled tenderly and flipped open a corner of the bedding, gently sliding in. She softly nestled into Xin Yun's embrace, a habit the two had developed over the many days.

After a lengthy silence, savoring the state where silence outweighed sound, finally… Yi Luo Xiang could no longer contain her curiosity, and in a soft voice, said, "Xin...I've always had a question that I just can't figure out."

"Hmm?" Xin Yun looked at Yi Luo Xiang with puzzlement, and replied, "It's quite rare that there's something you can't figure out. Tell me about it; what is it that troubles you?"

Clinging more tightly to Xin Yun's arm, Yi Luo Xiang continued, "I've been thoroughly impressed by your intellect and your prowess, but what I don't understand is, if you are so clever, why did you trade for that Divine Dragon Fruit at twice its price? That clearly wasn't a wise transaction!"

"Hehe..." Hearing Yi Luo Xiang's words, Xin Yun couldn't help but chuckle, then shaking his head slightly, he frankly said, "Actually, probably everyone thinks that trade isn't worth it, but in fact, I did it just to avoid any unforeseen complications. As long as I could get that Divine Dragon Fruit, even if I had to give up all six treasures, it wouldn't matter."

"What!" Upon hearing Xin Yun's words, Yi Luo Xiang exclaimed in surprise, "Is the Divine Dragon Fruit really that important to you? Unless you absolutely can't allow any mishaps and are determined to get that fruit at all costs, otherwise, that really can't be considered an excellent trade, and it doesn't fit with your usual behavior."

"Hehe..." Listening to Yi Luo Xiang, Xin Yun's eyes sparkled as he said in a deep voice, "Everyone thinks that it was a foolish trade, but I will prove everything with actual results."

At this point, Xin Yun lowered his head, looked intently at Yi Luo Xiang, and said, "It won't take long; by tomorrow it will be enough. Tomorrow, I will use that Divine Dragon Fruit to complete an earth-shattering trade. Just watch patiently, and when the deal is struck, you'll understand everything. Just... don't try to ask me how I knew all this in advance, because I won't answer that question!"

"Hmm?" Yi Luo Xiang looked at Xin Yun, puzzled. Although she didn't understand why, she still nodded obediently and said, "Okay, then I'll just wait for you to perform a miracle, and you can rest assured, no matter how magical that trade is, I promise I won't ask any questions."

The next morning, as soon as they arrived at the trade market, Xin Yun and Yi Luo Xiang went their separate ways. As usual, the real treasures only appeared on the last day, and no one wanted to miss this precious time. The trading at the Treasure Exchange Convention entered its most frenetic phase.

In the course of the morning, Xin Yun completed four trades, scoring modest gains, but Yi Luo Xiang was even more sensational, racking up over seventy trades. Although the profit from each trade was very low, practically just direct swaps, Yi Luo Xiang was just slightly better off with each.

However, when the modest gains from over seventy trades accumulated, her crystal ware had been exchanged for amethyst ware!

In comparison, Xin Yun's trades seemed rather unremarkable. In one morning, he traded away all the gold ware for crystal ware and then made several more swaps of crystal ware before halting his dealings.

On the other side, Yi Luo Xiang, following the trading plan she had contemplated for many days, smoothly completed all her trades. She silently watched Xin Yun, waiting for the miracle, but unfortunately, after a whole morning, it never materialized.

At noon, the two reconvened at the stall. In Xin Yun's hands were ten pieces of crystal ware, while Yi Luo Xiang held a piece of amethyst ware. In terms of price, they had actually broken even!

Silently looking at Yi Luo Xiang, Xin Yun truly hadn't expected such a tremendous gain on her part, breaking even with him in just one morning! It was truly unexpected! And the Trade Convention wasn't over yet; there was still an entire afternoon left. The final outcome suddenly seemed unclear.