In Martial Universe, Signed in at the Start with Yao Lao's Ring

Lin Yan and the others traveled swiftly, and since Steel Wood Manor was not particularly far from Yan City, it only took them a few hours after setting out to successfully arrive at their destination.

The group escorted the transported goods into the city, while first-time visitors like Lin Dong couldn't help but display an intense curiosity about everything around them.

Lin Xiao didn't intend to restrict Lin Dong and Lin Yan too much. After all, they were both young, and it was natural for them to be curious upon arriving in such a bustling place. Moreover, part of the reason for bringing them along was to broaden their horizons.

However, a warning was still necessary.

So, just before Lin Yan and Lin Dong were about to leave the transport, Lin Xiao stepped forward and addressed them:

"Yan'er, Dong'er, when you're wandering around the city later, don't stir up trouble. Yan City is filled with all kinds of people, and some of them are not to be trifled with."

Lin Dong chuckled and suddenly asked: "Father, with Yan City being this big, the competition must be extremely intense, right?"

Lin Xiao nodded toward Lin Yan and replied, "That goes without saying. In Yan City, factions rise and fall daily. The level of competition here is far beyond anything in our Qingyang Town."

"However, there are three dominant factions that stand firm and remain unaffected by the chaos."

Lin Dong's interest was piqued: "Oh? Which three?"

"The Yan City Lord's Mansion, the Thousand Gold Association, and the Blood Wolf Gang."

Lin Xiao patiently explained to Lin Dong and Lin Yan. Since this trip was meant to help them gain experience, it was good for them to understand these matters.

"Each of these three major forces has a Yuan Dan Stage expert overseeing them. While there are many factions outside of these three, most of them survive by depending on these dominant groups."

Lin Dong and Lin Yan silently memorized these names.

Afterward, Lin Xiao and the others proceeded with selling their Steelwood and Yang Yuan Stones, while Lin Yan and Lin Dong headed toward the livelier parts of the city.

Leading Lin Dong, Lin Yan soon arrived at their destination—Mysterious Objects Tower.

The structure of Mysterious Objects Tower was unique. It was easily the tallest building in the vicinity, grand and imposing, making it highly conspicuous even from a distance.

"This Mysterious Objects Tower is quite interesting."

"Lin Yan, let's go inside and take a look!"

Clearly, Lin Dong was quite interested in this place.

Thus, after arriving at the Mysterious Objects Tower, he quickly called out to Lin Yan before stepping inside eagerly.

"Still no reaction?"

"This system... don't tell me I went to the wrong sign-in location?"

Lin Yan kept his senses sharp, paying close attention to any reaction from his system.

For Lin Yan, obtaining a sign-in reward from the system was his highest priority.

But to his frustration, even after arriving at Mysterious Objects Tower, the system remained completely silent, leaving him uncertain about what was going on.

Lin Yan continued browsing through the Mysterious Objects Tower.

Upon entering the main hall, a dazzling array of items greeted him.

Weapons, Beast Crystals, Spiritual Medicines, Pills, Martial Arts Techniques—with just a glance, Lin Yan could tell that the quality of these items was quite high.

Meanwhile, Lin Dong had already been led by one of the staff members to browse some trinkets he found interesting.

Lin Yan continued wandering, waiting for the system's response.

As he strolled through the tower, the system's voice finally echoed in his mind!

[Congratulations, Host! Successfully signed in at Mysterious Objects Tower!]

[Reward acquired: Basic Theoretical Book on Spiritual Array Masters!]

[Reward acquired: First-Grade Spirit Convergence Array Diagram!]

[Reward acquired: First-Grade Flame Array Diagram!]

Lin Yan had been paying close attention to the system, so he wasn't startled when it suddenly spoke.

However, as he listened to the rewards announced by the system, he was momentarily stunned.

"Spiritual Array Master!"

"I can actually learn how to become a Spiritual Array Master!"

A look of excitement flashed in Lin Yan's eyes.

He had some understanding of the Great Thousand World and knew that this was a highly esteemed profession.

In the Great Thousand World, many powerful factions regarded Spiritual Array Masters as honored guests. Whether it was for constructing defensive formations, offensive arrays, or Spirit Convergence Arrays that assisted in cultivation, all of these required Spiritual Array Masters to set up.

Thus, in the Great Thousand World, a high-ranking Spiritual Array Master would be welcomed by major forces wherever they went.

And at this moment...

Lin Yan hadn't even reached the Great Thousand World yet.

Yet, he was already able to start learning this formidable profession.

For Lin Yan, this was an incredibly great fortune.

"Looks like I need to take some time to study this after returning."

"After all, Spiritual Array Techniques are just like Alchemy and Symbol Mastery."

"They're all extremely powerful professions."

"If I can master this, it'll be tremendously beneficial for my future growth."

Lin Yan continued walking forward.

Not long after, Lin Yan noticed a small commotion ahead—several people had surrounded Lin Dong.

Among them was a young woman and a few men.

After the woman spoke a few words to Lin Dong, he responded briefly. However, her eyebrows quickly furrowed, and the expressions of the surrounding men turned hostile. The atmosphere became tense.

Lin Yan frowned at the sight.

Although there was no blood relation between them, he saw Lin Dong as his own younger brother.

Now that someone was causing trouble for him right in front of him, Lin Yan naturally wasn't pleased.

"What's going on?"

Lin Yan stepped forward and asked Lin Dong.

"Lin Yan, you're here."

Lin Dong did not hide anything and recounted the situation truthfully.

Lin Yan's frown deepened.

Simply put, the other party had taken an interest in something Lin Dong had. But Lin Dong didn't want to sell it.

As a result, they resorted to trying to forcefully buy it.

Lin Yan cast a cold glance at the group in front of him.

"The Liu Clan of Yan City... acting this brazenly?"

Hearing this, the expressions of the men became even darker.

"The Liu Clan isn't something you can speak of so casually."

Lin Yan responded indifferently, "You want something?"

"If you have the ability, come and take it. I'll even give it to you for free."

With that, Lin Yan turned and walked out of Mysterious Objects Tower.

"If you have the guts, follow me."

"Don't cause trouble here. If you break something in the store, you'll have to pay for it."

The men exchanged uncertain glances, hesitating momentarily before deciding to follow him outside.

Meanwhile, in one of the corners of Mysterious Objects Tower, a man reclining lazily with his eyes half-closed suddenly smirked.

Using his Spiritual Energy, he continued to observe everything before murmuring to himself:

"This kid... is quite interesting."

"Not only does he have exceptional talent in Spiritual Energy, but even his way of handling things suits my temperament."

"Heh, interesting... very interesting."