Chapter 65: Obtaining the Pill Formula |
"Friend, why are you blocking my way? What do you want?"
Chen Lin looked at the cultivator in front of him, his eyes filled with doubt.
It was none other than Qi Cheng.
Originally, Chen Lin was supposed to exchange the True Yang Treasure Jade with him, but he hadn't taken any action, and they had never had any interactions before. Why was Qi Cheng suddenly looking for him?
Qi Cheng gave Chen Lin a cold glance.
"This question should be mine to ask. You've been following me secretly in the market. If you can't give me a satisfactory explanation, you won't be leaving today!"
As he spoke, a small, palm-sized flying sword appeared in his hand, and with a flash of light, it transformed into a two-foot-long, icy-cold long sword.
It was a spiritual equipment!
Chen Lin was taken aback.
This suspicion is really strong.
However, this was a good opportunity. Chen Lin thought quickly and replied, "Friend, don't misunderstand. I've been following you only because I wanted to exchange the True Yang Treasure Jade in your hand."
"The True Yang Treasure Jade?"
Qi Cheng was taken aback, then stared at Chen Lin for a moment before putting away the flying sword.
He didn't believe that a Qi Refining middle-stage cultivator like Chen Lin would pose a threat to him. However, the matter he was dealing with was too important, and he couldn't afford to be careless.
Seeing this, Chen Lin immediately spoke up, "Earlier, at the Zhao Merchant House, I saw that you had a True Yang Treasure Jade. I don't know if we can trade it for something else?"
Qi Cheng's eyes flickered with a hint of a smile, "Of course, it depends on what good things you can offer. I don't need spirit stones."
Chen Lin nodded and didn't waste any words. He took out a jade slip and placed it on his forehead, then flicked his hand, sending it flying towards Qi Cheng.
Qi Cheng caught it and examined it for a moment, seeing that it was just an ordinary jade slip containing information. He then placed it on his forehead to examine it.
Very quickly, he looked up, eyes shining with excitement, and said, "You actually have such a good thing! Not bad, I want it. You can fill in the contents for me!"
He then took out the True Yang Treasure Jade and returned it to Chen Lin, along with the jade slip.
He wasn't afraid that Chen Lin would take the treasure and run away.
To him, a Qi Refining middle-stage cultivator was no different from an ant.
Chen Lin took the items in his hand, hesitated for a moment, and said, "With your insight, you should be able to see the value of this talisman. It's worth more than a True Yang Treasure Jade."
Since Qi Cheng didn't directly attack him, Chen Lin wanted to maximize his gains.
This jade slip was the talisman crafting method given to him by Ye Jingyun. Because he had already memorized the contents, Ye Jingyun didn't let him return it.
When he crafted the talisman, he didn't know its purpose, but after Ye Jingyun used it, he realized it was the famous Demon Transformation Talisman.
This was a genuine, high-tier talisman crafting method, and its value was vastly different from a True Yang Treasure Jade.
Of course, if Qi Cheng wasn't willing to compensate him, he wouldn't say anything.
Qi Cheng looked slightly embarrassed, but then laughed and said, "Not bad, the value of the two treasures is indeed different. I'll add ten Rejuvenating Pills to make up for it. Shouldn't you be satisfied now?"
He then took out a small bottle and tossed it to Chen Lin.
Chen Lin caught it, opened the lid, and looked inside. It was indeed Rejuvenating Pills.
He was overjoyed, not expecting Qi Cheng to be so generous, just like Lu Li before.
Moreover, these Rejuvenating Pills were exactly what he needed to condense the unknown sword qi.
"Thank you, friend. You're indeed a noble person. I wish you a smooth journey on the path of cultivation!"
He flattered Qi Cheng a little, then placed the jade slip on his forehead.
He couldn't infuse the jade slip with his comprehension and intent, but he could simply add or subtract information. As long as he had spiritual power, it was doable.
Very quickly, the content was filled, and he tossed the jade slip back to Qi Cheng.
Qi Cheng took it and examined it, becoming more and more satisfied as he read.
"Haha, great, I didn't expect to gain this much. I'll take my leave first, and we'll meet again later!"
He knew how to make the talisman himself, and could see that there was nothing wrong with the way the talisman was made. With a joyful expression, he disappeared in front of Chen Lin.
Chen Lin didn't move, waiting for a while before quickly leaving.
He didn't return to his residence but instead changed his appearance in a small alley, transforming into a middle-aged man with new clothes.
Then, he headed straight to the Bai family's residence.
After leaving the Bai family, Chen Lin had an additional jade slip and a rusty iron plate in his hand.
The transaction had gone smoothly.
Bai Yunyue had just returned home and saw him take out the True Yang Treasure Jade, immediately guessing that he had also participated in the exchange.
However, the other party was very rational and didn't ask how he had obtained the treasure from Qi Cheng. Instead, they happily handed over the alchemy formula and the special sword technique as promised.
To avoid being followed, Chen Lin wandered around the city before entering an inn.
When he came out, he had transformed into a white-clothed woman.
He had prepared three identities and sets of clothes, but the burly man and middle-aged man disguises were no longer needed, at least not in Guyuan City.
So, he could only use this one.
With his new female identity, he rented a room at a pawnshop, abandoning his old residence.
Having obtained what he needed, he wanted to start a new life with his new identity to avoid trouble. He didn't plan to leave Guyuan City for now, as his Blood Qi Pill was running low, and he needed to resolve the Black Essence Gu before leaving.
Otherwise, if the Black Essence Gu were to suddenly retaliate during his journey or in a dangerous situation, it would be a tragedy.
Finding a house wasn't easy, as the ones he saw were all in densely populated areas, unsuitable for refining the Thunderbolt Bead.
The only one that met the talisman's standards was a large mansion, although not as luxurious as the Bai family's, but still very grand.
Moreover, the owner only sold, not rented.
In the end, Chen Lin had to buy the mansion.
The price was naturally not low, but for Chen Lin's current situation, it was acceptable.
Originally, he had planned to find a place in the wilderness to build a cave, but considering the recent situation, there were definitely many cultivators around, and it would be more dangerous to be targeted by unscrupulous people in the wilderness. It was better to hide in the city.
The house transaction was simple, with no complicated procedures. He just handed over the deed and moved in that night.
He didn't sleep that night.
Chen Lin first inspected the entire courtyard, then began to comprehend the Spirit Nourishing Pill's alchemy formula.
This formula was truly worth the effort, making him feel surprised and delighted.
The materials required were quite cheap.
The original ancient formula required three rare and unheard-of heavenly materials, which had been modified to three ordinary spiritual medicines.
According to the formula's annotations, the modified formula could only achieve about half of the original effect, and the success rate was very low.
Chen Lin didn't mind this.
The effect could be made up for by increasing the dosage, and as for the low success rate, the lower it was, the more it would reflect his innate value!
He didn't know if this was the final modified version of the formula, and it was possible that the Bai family had kept it, but this was enough for him.