28: Spirit Pearl Trading

The three of them exchanged glances.

The currency circulating in the village consisted only of copper coins and silver; even gold was rare, so where did a Spirit Orb come from?

Seeing this, Jin Zihua patiently explained.

"These Spirit Orbs are not only a Cultivation resource but also a more Advanced form of currency. Generally, for scarce resources, everyone defaults to using Spirit Orbs for transactions."

"One Spirit Orb is equivalent to five hundred taels of gold."

At this, Liu Chunsheng understood.

One thousand copper coins could be exchanged for one tael of silver, and one hundred taels of silver for one tael of gold.

"Doesn't that mean it takes 50 million copper coins to exchange for one Spirit Orb?"

Li Fu almost fainted with happiness upon hearing that number.

Fifty million copper coins, that's enough to build a small house, isn't it?

"Yes, that's what they say, but generally, no one is willing to exchange Spirit Orbs for copper coins."

"The reason Spirit Orbs are so precious is not only because they are rare, but also because they contain pure Spiritual Qi. Cultivators can directly absorb the Spiritual Qi from Spirit Orbs to advance their Cultivation. For ordinary people, Spirit Orbs might just be a symbol of wealth, but for Cultivators, they are the key to higher Realms."

Li Fu listened, stunned, and couldn't help but interject, "But in our village, there isn't even a Cultivator, so who would use Spirit Orbs for transactions?"

Jin Zihua gently shook his head, his tone carrying a hint of mystery.

"Brother Li, you don't know. Although there aren't many Cultivators in the village, the outside world is different. Spirit Orbs are hard currency in the Cultivation world, especially among large Sects and Families; transactions with Spirit Orbs are very common."

"Moreover, the places where Spirit Orbs are produced are extremely few; only areas with rich Spiritual Qi can nurture them, so their value will only increase."

"Alright, five Spirit Orbs, it's settled then."

Liu Chunsheng, Li Fu, and Fang Youjin immediately agreed.

Their Chang Sheng Village and Nan Shu Village couldn't always remain isolated; eventually, young people would want to venture out.

After the transaction was completed, Liu Chunsheng tentatively asked.

"Shopkeeper Jin, you are well-traveled and knowledgeable. Have you ever heard of a Medicinal Pill that can instantly restore a dying Mortal?"

Upon hearing Liu Chunsheng's question, Jin Zihua raised his eyebrows slightly, pondered for a moment, and slowly said, "Temple Official Liu, the Medicinal Pill you speak of is likely no ordinary item. A Medicinal Pill that can instantly restore a dying Mortal would at least have to be a Spirit Medicine of the 'Heaven-Returning Pill' level."

"Temple Official Liu, are you asking because you wish to seek such a Medicinal Pill?"

"However, I advise Temple Official Liu to give up early. As far as I know, once such a Medicinal Pill appears, ordinary people wouldn't even catch a whiff of it, let alone buy it."

"To be honest, our Wanbao Merchant Guild's Young Master is also seeking such a Medicinal Pill, and for three whole years, there has been no news."

"Then, Shopkeeper Jin, have you ever heard of the Nine Revolutions Soul Return Pill?"

When Jin Zihua heard the words "Nine Revolutions Soul Return Pill," his expression changed slightly, and a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes.

He slowly put down the teacup in his hand, his gaze lingering on Liu Chunsheng's face for a moment, as if judging whether he truly understood the significance of this Medicinal Pill.

"Nine Revolutions Soul Return Pill..."

Jin Zihua repeated in a low voice, his tone carrying a hint of solemnity, "Temple Official Liu, since you know of this Medicinal Pill, you must also be aware of its origin and value, correct?"

Seeing Jin Zihua's solemn expression, Li Fu and Liu Chunsheng instantly sat up straight.

Fang Youjin, unaware of the details, did not interject casually, taking it as a learning experience.

"I've heard a little. However, I'm not clear on the specifics, so I wanted to ask for Shopkeeper Jin's guidance."

Jin Zihua sighed softly and continued.

"Temple Official Liu, the Nine Revolutions Soul Return Pill you mentioned is indeed a legendary divine medicine. It can not only instantly restore a dying person but also rebuild their Physical Body and even allow ordinary people to embark on the path of Cultivation. But this Medicinal Pill... has long been extinct for many years, and even the method of refining it has been lost."

"Extinct?"

Everything Shopkeeper Jin said implied that the Nine Revolutions Soul Return Pill was priceless.

Yet, Lord Chuping had bestowed it so casually... Liu Chunsheng felt as if something was lodged in his throat.

Lord Chuping truly trusted him.

Seeing the change in Liu Chunsheng's expression, Jin Zihua seemed to sense something and tentatively asked, "Temple Official Liu, could it be... you have seen a Nine Revolutions Soul Return Pill?"

Liu Chunsheng came back to his senses and nodded: "To be honest, Shopkeeper Jin, I have indeed seen it. Lord Chuping bestowed a Nine Revolutions Soul Return Pill yesterday."

He believed in Lord Chuping; since the divine oracle said to use this Medicinal Pill to foster good relations with the Wanbao Merchant Guild, it must be correct, and he had no need to hide it.

"Lord Chuping?!"

Upon hearing that name, Jin Zihua's face suddenly changed, and a hint of shock flashed in his eyes, "You said Lord Chuping could still bestow a Nine Revolutions Soul Return Pill?"

The current situation completely overturned his previous conjectures.

If demons were Cultivating here, it would be impossible for him to bestow a Medicinal Pill.

Could it be a reclusive master!

It couldn't be that there truly were gods in this world, could it?

The teacup in Jin Zihua's hand made a faint clinking sound, and a few drops of amber tea splattered onto the table.

He subconsciously rubbed the jade Pixiu hanging from his waist; this was the token of a grand Shopkeeper of the Wanbao Merchant Guild, and also a Magical Artifact capable of long-distance communication.

If this Medicinal Pill was real, then... "May I have a look, Jin?"

He heard his own voice, dry, as if abraded by sandpaper.

Liu Chunsheng took out a porcelain bottle from his bosom. The porcelain bottle was only palm-sized, but Liu Chunsheng felt that the item in his hand weighed a thousand catties.

At this moment, everyone's gaze was focused on the small bottle in Liu Chunsheng's hand.

The porcelain bottle came with the Medicinal Pill when Lord Chuping bestowed it, sealing the Medicinal Pill tightly, so no scent of medicine could be detected.

"Temple Official Liu, this porcelain bottle..." Jin Zihua's voice was low and cautious, "May I open it and have a look?"

Liu Chunsheng nodded and gently removed the cap.

After the Medicinal Pill was bestowed, he hadn't had a chance to look at it.

The moment the bottle was opened, a clear fragrance permeated the air.

As the scent entered their noses, everyone felt a surge of energy, as if even their breathing became much lighter.

This ordinary-looking pill, in Lin Chuping's eyes, now seemed like an Immortal Pill in the eyes of ordinary people.

"Nine Revolutions Soul Return Pill..."

Jin Zihua murmured, his voice filled with unconcealed shock, "It really is the Nine Revolutions Soul Return Pill..."

His finger lightly touched the porcelain bottle, then he sealed the opening.

A Medicinal Pill exposed to the air for too long would lose its efficacy; this was common knowledge for anyone who had come into contact with Medicinal Pills.

Especially for such a precious "Nine Revolutions Soul Return Pill."

After confirming the Medicinal Pill, Jin Zihua's mind became active again. If he could acquire this Medicinal Pill, wouldn't he immediately take off? Upgrading to a first-level Shopkeeper wouldn't be a dream.

This small Medicinal Pill, in Jin Zihua's eyes, was simply a golden goose egg!

No, no, the golden goose egg wasn't the most important thing; the most important thing was the goose that laid the golden eggs!

Lord Chuping, this great Dao, and Chang Sheng Village, were the truly important connections he needed to Cultivate!