The Six Roots Pure Bamboo, witnessing Xu Fang communicate effortlessly with a treasure like the Heaven-Measuring Ruler, was utterly astonished. It felt as though its own worldview as a treasure was shattered.
Before Xu Fang could explain, the Heaven-Measuring Ruler spoke first.
"No way? No way? There are still treasures in this primordial world who don't know about the existence of the Treasure Chat Group?"
Trembling at the mockery, the Six Roots Pure Bamboo steadied itself and replied.
"I did sense something like that, but I merely found it noisy. What does that have to do with this living being being able to communicate with treasures?"
All treasures in the primordial world could sense the existence of the Treasure Chat Group, but most had never had the chance to be activated and verified as official members.
With its melancholic nature, the Six Roots Pure Bamboo was always immersed in its own circle of sorrow, never having the leisure to pay attention to the Treasure Chat Group.
"Alas, you are simply being self-contained!"
The Heaven-Measuring Ruler sighed, filled with frustration. "If you could just glance at the chat group, you'd know how special this being is, a coveted prize among primordial treasures!"
Although the Heaven-Measuring Ruler was not an official member of the Treasure Chat Group, it could still see the information within.
The Six Roots Pure Bamboo, being of similar grade, was also a high-level treasure, and thus could see the chat group's information.
This meant it was entirely the Six Roots Pure Bamboo's fault for being so self-absorbed, unaware of the unique, unparalleled abilities of Xu Fang's little "son."
"Wait! Brother Ruler, what is this Treasure Chat Group?"
Even though Xu Fang, as the long-term lurker and group owner, knew more about the chat group than all the primordial treasures combined, he had to feign ignorance to maintain his cover.
"Damn! I let it slip!"
The Heaven-Measuring Ruler was greatly alarmed. How could it have spoken of such a secret so casually? It quickly tried to salvage the situation.
"Young Xu, listen to me, this Treasure Chat Group is not something you can handle. Ask less about it. Just pretend you heard nothing. This is for your own good!"
The group owner of the Treasure Chat Group had never revealed themselves and had never spoken a word.
However, all the treasures in the group maintained a tacit understanding: they absolutely must not leak information about the Treasure Chat Group.
After all, the group owner was unfathomably powerful and mysterious, and no one knew if this would displease them and lead to punishment.
Hearing the Heaven-Measuring Ruler's flustered explanation, Xu Fang chuckled inwardly.
From the Heaven-Measuring Ruler's reaction, he could gauge the level of secrecy maintained by the treasures regarding the chat group.
This was good news for Xu Fang, as he didn't have to worry about the Treasure Chat Group being discovered by outsiders.
"I see, then I won't ask anymore."
Seeing how anxious the Heaven-Measuring Ruler was, Xu Fang quickly put on a serious expression and said to it.
"Whoosh!"
The Heaven-Measuring Ruler breathed a sigh of relief. It had almost become a sinner of the Treasure Chat Group. Fortunately, young Xu was always sensible; otherwise, it would have been difficult to smooth things over this time.
After resolving this matter, the Heaven-Measuring Ruler spoke to the Six Roots Pure Bamboo again.
"How about it? Is my young Xu's ability worthy of you?"
"I say, sister, why remain here in melancholy all by yourself? Wouldn't it be better to be with us?"
"Oh right, I also have a little treasure brother, the Ruyi Jingu Bang. Say something!"
The Heaven-Measuring Ruler not only tried to persuade the Six Roots Pure Bamboo to join them but also called out for the Ruyi Jingu Bang.
Hearing this, Xu Fang also recalled that the Ruyi Jingu Bang had been moping around since following him, remaining silent, and he wondered why.
Would a treasure like this, if it continued to be depressed, become a "depressing treasure" like the Six Roots Pure Bamboo?
Just then, a voice finally emerged.
"I'm here."
The Ruyi Jingu Bang responded lazily, its enthusiasm for recruiting companions clearly far less than the Heaven-Measuring Ruler's.
This displeased the Heaven-Measuring Ruler immensely. It immediately adopted an elder brother's demeanor and reprimanded.
"Is this how you are? Just because those chaotic innate beings struck you down, you've become so dejected? Where's your promise of 'thirty years east of the river, thirty years west of the river, do not bully a young treasure for being poor'?"
The Ruyi Jingu Bang did not reply, silently enduring the scolding.
This made the Heaven-Measuring Ruler even more frustrated. It decided to ignore it for now and continued speaking with the Six Roots Pure Bamboo.
"Sister, don't mind him. He's just a proud little treasure suffering from psychological trauma due to the harsh realities he's faced. Back to our business, do you want to join us?"
"Joining you is not impossible."
The Six Roots Pure Bamboo replied, "I'm already like this anyway, it doesn't make a difference where I am."
Joining the Heaven-Measuring Ruler and the others meant finding treasures and beings to talk to, which was a good option.
At least it was better than being here alone, brooding over its sorrow every day!
"Great! It's settled then, a happy decision!"
The Heaven-Measuring Ruler immediately struck the hammer, sealing the deal, leaving no room for the Six Roots Pure Bamboo to back out.
Xu Fang watched from the side, feeling both amused and helpless.
He had barely said a word, and the Heaven-Measuring Ruler, with its silver tongue, had managed to trick the Six Roots Pure Bamboo into joining them?
Recalling the two treasures, the Four Seas Bottle, from last time, Xu Fang couldn't help but sigh.
In the future, when he found treasures, he would only need to break through formations to release the Heaven-Measuring Ruler; he wouldn't have to worry about anything himself!
"Young Xu, don't just stand there! Hurry up and refine the Six Roots Pure Bamboo for her."
Seeing Xu Fang dazed, the Heaven-Measuring Ruler busily instructed him, while also comforting the Six Roots Pure Bamboo.
"Sister, don't be afraid. It won't hurt. Don't resist, it'll be over in a moment."
"While there's still time, I'll teach you how to break through the limitations and officially join that existence that cannot be described to young Xu."
Xu Fang smiled helplessly at this.
The "existence that cannot be described" undoubtedly referred to the Treasure Chat Group.
Since the Six Roots Pure Bamboo was about to become his treasure, Xu Fang naturally intended to pull it into the Treasure Chat Group as well.
Since the Heaven-Measuring Ruler had volunteered, Xu Fang was more than happy to oblige and did not object.
The Heaven-Measuring Ruler had experience joining the group himself, so it should be fine.
This time, he wouldn't have to personally bring the Six Roots Pure Bamboo into the group, thus avoiding attracting attention from other treasures. The Heaven-Measuring Ruler was truly a thoughtful companion!
Thinking this, Xu Fang did not eavesdrop on the whispers between the Heaven-Measuring Ruler and the Six Roots Pure Bamboo.
His magic power surged, directed towards the Six Roots Pure Bamboo, preparing to establish a magical link and refine it.
Just then, as if to defy expectations, a sharp attack descended, aiming straight for Xu Fang!