Bayue Weiban

Chapter 472 Making a Fortune

After the trade fair concluded, Ji Yuan was invited with his entourage to the Song family's residence.

Compared to their previous visit, the treatment from the Song family this time was undoubtedly much better.

Not only were they received in the main hall, but the fruits and spiritual teas served were of much higher quality. A censer was also lit, emitting a fragrance that could slightly increase one's cultivation upon inhalation.

Even the accompanying disciples were led to a side hall and well entertained.

"Fellow Daoist is very thoughtful."

Taking a sip of the spiritual tea, Ji Yuan couldn't help but praise inwardly.

The quality of this tea was the best he had ever tasted in his cultivation journey, surpassing even the treasures of Qian Nishang from Mingxin Pavilion.

It seemed the other party had indeed put in considerable effort; the high price of such spiritual tea was likely comparable to ordinary spiritual pills.

"If Fellow Daoist Ji likes it, I will have the butler prepare some for you later."

Song Jiuan said with a smile, as if the spiritual tea, more precious than gold, was not a significant offering.

Seeing this, Ji Yuan's heart stirred, and he immediately grasped a crucial detail: the other party likely did not place much value on this spiritual tea.

It appeared this person's wealth far exceeded his expectations.

Given this, he could set a higher price during their subsequent negotiations.

"Let's be direct. The reason I invited Fellow Daoist here today is for the Five Qi Yuan Nurturing Pill."

After a pause, Song Jiuan did not beat around the bush and stated his purpose.

However, even if he hadn't said it, everyone present already knew.

"How many Five Qi Yuan Nurturing Pills does Fellow Daoist wish for?"

With his objective now clear, Ji Yuan was no longer inclined to stall.

After all, his aim was to leverage these pills to establish a presence in the county town.

The extent of this establishment would depend on how much of a surprise Song Jiuan could provide.

"Ten pills!"

Song Jiuan said with a serious tone.

Upon hearing this, everyone except Ji Yuan and Zhang Hongming was inwardly shocked, including the young master of the Song family.

At auction prices, that would be three hundred and fifty spirit coins, enough to purchase many magical treasures!

Even at cost price, it was still a considerable sum that ordinary sects would struggle to afford.

"Ten spirit coins per pill."

Ji Yuan pondered for a moment before quoting a price.

Simultaneously, he lightly tapped his waist, and a stream of light emerged. As it dissipated, five jade bottles appeared on the table.

Each bottle contained one Five Qi Yuan Nurturing Pill.

"I currently only have five pills on hand. I will need some time to refine more."

He said slowly.

Hearing this, Song Jiuan nodded slightly. Five pills would be sufficient for him to refine for some time.

He was also quite straightforward, immediately bringing out fifty spirit coins, settling the transaction on the spot.

"In the future, if Fellow Daoist encounters any trouble in the county town, feel free to mention my name, Song Jiuan."

He said very solemnly.

This statement was equivalent to a promise, one not easily given. If the recipient were an impetuous individual, it would be inviting trouble.

What if the other party provoked someone formidable, and the consequences would ultimately fall upon him.

"Then I thank Fellow Daoist."

Ji Yuan smiled, his thoughts unreadable.

However, the outcome was undoubtedly excellent. Fifty spirit coins in income, after deducting costs, resulted in a net profit of forty-seven and a half. Not to mention the pill he bid for at the trade fair, which, after deducting fees, yielded thirty-four spirit coins.

This trip to the county town, even if he did nothing further, had already been extremely profitable.

Yet, his appetite was larger than anyone imagined.

"When can Fellow Daoist refine the remaining five pills?"

After a brief exchange of pleasantries, Song Jiuan couldn't help but ask.

Having experienced the benefits of this pill, he was eager to heal his injuries and replenish the vital energy he had lost over the years.

Taking ten pills consecutively would achieve precisely that.

While a single pill offered good effects, continuous consumption and refinement could amplify its benefits, offering unexpected advantages in nourishing vital energy.

Song Jiuan, having already consumed one, naturally perceived its intricacies.

"The Five Qi Yuan Nurturing Pill is not urgent. I happen to have two other types of pills that Fellow Daoist Song might also find interesting."

Ji Yuan shook his head and then said mysteriously.

Upon hearing this, Song Jiuan adopted an attentive posture, but his interest was lukewarm.

Aside from his vital energy issues, he had little need for other pills.

Given his cultivation, his status in the county town, and having a close friend who was a master alchemist, what kind of pills could he not obtain?

Except for extremely niche or specialized pills, he could easily acquire most types and had no shortage of wealth to purchase them.

Ji Yuan, of course, saw through his thoughts but paid it no mind. Instead, his gaze subtly swept over Zhang Hongming.

This action immediately drew the attention of the master alchemist, causing him to focus intently.

It was clear that this individual also wished to see what kind of spiritual pills this young three-realm cultivator and his fellow master alchemist could produce.

The next moment, two jade bottles appeared beside Ji Yuan, levitated by his spiritual power, and were sent before Zhang Hongming, who sat directly opposite.

"The first is the Divine Observation Heavenly Heart Pill. Consuming it can induce enlightenment, enhance perception of heavenly principles, and weaken bottlenecks."

"The second is the Nine Dragon Spirit Nourishing Pill. After consumption, it can generate dragon qi within the body, constantly nourishing the flesh and physique, and extending one's lifespan by ten to ninety years."

He said slowly, detailing the effects of both pills.

Notably, each Nine Dragon Spirit Nourishing Pill contained a wisp of dragon qi, which, upon consumption, would nourish both the body and the soul.

The most significant aspect was that after consuming three, six, or nine pills, as the dragon qi within the body increased, additional miraculous effects would emerge.

For instance, possessing three wisps of dragon qi could accelerate one's cultivation speed, with both qi absorption and refinement being about thirty percent faster than cultivators of the same realm, though this varied individually.

With six wisps of dragon qi, one would become impervious to evil, avoid qi deviation during cultivation, and possess the effect of dispelling inner demons, remaining unaffected by common illusions and phantasms.

As for possessing nine wisps of dragon qi, it would grant one an opportunity to break through the bottleneck by condensing dragon qi during a breakthrough to the current realm.