39: Chapter 39 Cooperation

Just as the Chen Family was filled with joy, far away in the market, Deacon Su Changhe was full of anxiety; he realized that the mysterious Alchemist had not come for a long time.

After the successful refining of the breakthrough pill last time, he had reported it to the Family immediately.

This had greatly shocked several Elders of the Su Family. After carefully examining the Medicinal Pill, they discovered it actually contained an ancient charm, which was truly rare.

In their view, this person was extremely important. As long as the Su Family possessed such an Alchemist, the strength of their lower-level Disciples would significantly increase in the future.

After some discussion, they immediately decided to use forceful methods to keep that mysterious Alchemist.

Deacon Su Changhe was only a deacon and dared not say anything, so he could only act according to the plan.

However, after waiting for several months, there was still no sign of the Alchemist, which made the Family Elders very displeased, and they angrily rebuked him for his incompetence.

"This brat is becoming increasingly unruly; next time, I must properly imprison him." Deacon Su Changhe's face twitched slightly, feeling a wave of regret as he thought about how he had let him leave so recklessly last time.

Especially since the Materials for refining the breakthrough pill were extremely expensive, causing the Su Family to suffer a significant loss for nothing.

Currently, as Chen Fan's Realm improved, his Alchemy tasks suddenly increased, and the variety of Medicinal Pills involved grew day by day.

Even so, relying on his exceptionally high Alchemy success rate, he only needed to spend half a day refining, and the remaining time was spent secretly Cultivating.

Another two months passed, and he had accumulated a considerable number of Medicinal Pills in his hands.

"It is time to head to the Qingyang Market."

Chen Fan did not hesitate any longer. Even though there were rumors outside about demonic Cultivators robbing people of their wealth and lives, he had to go; otherwise, the expenses for his whole Family would become a problem again.

After all, the subsidies provided by the Qin Family could not support the daily consumption of spirit wine, spirit meat, and spirit vegetables for the whole Family.

"Husband, you must be careful on this trip."

Lu Fushuang, with her big belly, gently stuffed the hundreds of newly drawn Talismans into Chen Fan's hands.

"Rest assured, my wife, I will go and return quickly." Chen Fan felt his heart ache as he watched how much energy she had expended over the past few days.

"Mm, by the time you return, it won't be long before I give birth." Lu Fushuang looked at her large belly with a face full of happiness.

After some casual chatting, Chen Fan boarded the Family flying boat and headed towards the Qingyang Market.

As luck would have it, he ran into an old acquaintance, Sun Xuan, this time.

Years had passed, and his Realm had significantly improved, reaching the Late-stage Qi Refining without him realizing it. However, there were a few scars on his face, making his life seem even more difficult.

Seeing Chen Fan again, an awkward look unconsciously appeared on Sun Xuan's face, though his expression was extremely polite.

Although the two were at the same Realm, their status within their respective Families was worlds apart.

Over the years, he had been mocked by Qin Shuangshuang many times, and naturally, he hated Chen Fan to the core.

The Family flying boat was incredibly fast, and it didn't take long to arrive safely at the Qingyang Market.

Ever since the Su Family tried to detain him last time, he had been extremely cautious and decided not to step into the Su Family Shop again.

After walking around the market, he changed his disguise and headed towards the Treasure Pavilion.

"You've arrived?" Shen Yueyao greeted him with a smile.

"Go to the private room." Chen Fan nodded slightly, his brows furrowing slightly as he smelled the pungent scent of rouge.

Once they entered the private room, Shen Yueyao immediately activated the Restriction and then skillfully began to brew spirit tea.

After not seeing her for a few months, Chen Fan suddenly noticed that she had become even more beautiful. She was wearing a water-green wide-sleeved dress that was popular on the market, which was quite valuable.

The cut was particularly well-fitting, making one's imagination run wild after seeing it.

"Fellow Daoist, the spirit tea is ready. I wonder which Medicinal Pills you are looking to sell this time?"

Chen Fan waved his long sleeve, first taking out the breakthrough pills he had refined for the Su Family.

"Inside are five breakthrough pills; let your deacon evaluate them."

"breakthrough pills?" Shen Yueyao was secretly shocked. Not daring to delay, she immediately walked out of the room.

Before long, an old man walked slowly into the room. When he saw it was Chen Fan, he smiled gently: "Fellow Daoist, you've come."

"Not long ago, I refined some breakthrough pills. I would like to ask you to appraise them and see how many Spirit Stones they are worth."

"That is easy to discuss."

Although the old man appeared calm and composed on the surface, he was shocked inside. One must know that the Spiritual Plants required to refine breakthrough pills were very difficult to buy.

He cast a spell, and a Medicinal Pill floated slowly from the pill bottle.

The old man first observed the quality and nodded slightly after discovering it had five lines.

This quality was not the best, but it was decent.

He then used his fingernail to scrape off a tiny bit of powder and carefully tasted it.

The next moment, his expression changed drastically, becoming indescribably strange.

This scene gave Shen Yueyao, who was standing to the side, a big fright. Since she had started working as a receptionist, she had seen too many Medicinal Pills that were passed off as better than they were.

The old man's expression became even more exaggerated. He stared intently again, and then revealed an undisguised look of excitement. He discovered that the method of refining the Medicinal Pill was quite special and seemed to be full of ancient charm, far stronger than ordinary breakthrough pills.

"This is a genuine breakthrough pill. Did you really refine this?"

"Of course." Chen Fan's expression remained normal, and he did not deny it.

In his view, the Treasure Pavilion was a large firm and simply could not be compared to the Su Family Shop.

Selling on the black market was often unsatisfactory, and perhaps long-term cooperation with such a firm was a better choice.

"Good, our shop will take all of these Medicinal Pills. Each is worth one hundred Spirit Stones. What do you think?"

"That is fine. By the way, please buy these Medicinal Pills as well!"

Chen Fan waved his long sleeve, and ten bottles of various Medicinal Pills for Late-stage Qi Refining Cultivators appeared on the table.

The old man nodded repeatedly after seeing them. After some inspection, he couldn't help but look at him with newfound respect.

"Let me introduce myself formally. My name is Xue Wentian. May I ask how to address you, Fellow Daoist?"

As he spoke, he slowly released the pressure of the 12th Level of Qi Refining.

The meaning was clear: he was showing off his high status.

"I am Lin Yuan." Chen Fan smiled faintly and made up a name.

"So it is Fellow Daoist Lin. By my reckoning, we have been cooperating for nearly a year, so we can be considered to know each other well. I wonder if you are interested in refining Medicinal Pills for my shop?"

"That is possible, but I must have the final say on where the Medicinal Pills are refined." Having had the experience at the Su Family last time, Chen Fan dared not take such a risk again.

"Furthermore, the delivery time will be once a month. If something comes up, it might be delayed for a period."

"Is that so!"

Xue Wentian frowned slightly, stroking his gray beard thoughtfully. He had originally wanted to recruit him to become a member of the firm, so that the source of Medicinal Pills would be much more stable.

"Since Fellow Daoist Lin does not wish to be bound, our firm respects your choice. The firm will provide the refining Materials such as Spiritual Plants, and as for the delivery time, it is up to you."

"Many thanks, Fellow Daoist Xue." Chen Fan was overjoyed.

Next, they discussed the various details of refining the Medicinal Pills, such as success rate, commission, etc.

After reaching an agreement, Chen Fan, just as before, walked around the market, went to other newly opened shops, and sold all the remaining Medicinal Pills.

Shortly after he left, in a room with extremely luxurious decor inside the Treasure Pavilion, a refined and elegant female Cultivator was carefully examining the breakthrough pill, a playful look appearing on her face.

"To think that in this remote place, there is such a Genius of Alchemy. When this person comes next time, I will meet him personally."

"Yes, Young Miss." Xue Wentian bowed and withdrew from the room.