158 Combined Assaul (1/2)
Whenever Fang Yuan went out, he would bring along a large amount of gold and silver that were befitting of his status. However, it would be easier to make trades with items in the Ghost Market. For convenience, he brought along spiritual pills and objects primarily.
He took out a Muscle Building Pill. Based on the sheen that caused it to shine like a pearl in the dark, it was obvious that it was not common, and possessed a bit of pill essence.
”The pill's carvings, essence and sheen...this is a real spiritual pill!”
The old man, who previously asked for money to purchase the map, croaked, his eyes fixed on Fang Yuan. ”To be able to produce spiritual pills, could it be that you are a medicine master?”
He guessed that the person was either a true alchemy master, although the possibility was very small, or an alchemy disciple who could only use the title of a medicine master.
Fang Yuan could not be bothered to correct him!
This pill is known as the Muscle Building Pill. It is able to treat injuries quickly. How about I trade this pill for your map?
He looked at the person in the cloak and asked directly.
”That would naturally be enough. Your pill is worth much more than that!”
The cloaked man immediately bowed.
Although he was usually proud and arrogant, the man could not be haughty in front of a possible alchemy disciple.
”That's good!”
Fang Yuan nodded his head and left.
”Shuala!”
The martial artists who were there to see the commotion parted to create a path, their eyes fiery. None of them dared to step forward and talk to him without understanding his nature.
The cloaked man had already started to close his stall and did not want to continue his business.
”Wait, I want to buy that map!”
A martial artist boomed after racking his brains.
”That's right, I will pay in silver and add another 100 taels!”
Another man in black shirt with bloodshot eyes said.
They had finally understood the value of the map which was sought after by a mysterious person and an alchemy master.
”I am happy with what I have obtained today, please leave!”
The cloaked man held the spiritual pill tightly and disappeared into the crowd.
Hindered by the rules and regulations of the Ghost Market, some of the people felt that it was a pity. However, there were others that started to gather.
After all, that was a spiritual pill!
According to what that alchemy master had said, the pill would be a lifesaver at a critical moment!
The inner force experts and the martial artists of the 4 Heavenly Gates were willing to pay the price and shed blood for the pill.
People were willing to fight for just one spiritual pill. As such, Fang Yuan, the purported alchemy master, would face much trouble.
He appeared to be unaware. After looking at a few other stalls, he shook his head and headed for the exit of the Ghost Market.
”Sir, wait!”
The old man who purchased the map rushed forward and said respectfully, ”I am Yu Feishui, it is my fortune to meet you today!”
”Oh, a lucky encounter!”
Fang Yuan asked indifferently, ”How may I help you?”
Yu Feishui revealed his identity which was famous in this district. It was obvious that Fang Yuan was not a citizen of Zhu Country as he had not even heard of his name.
He was cunning and appeared common, ”That right, I have a large number of spiritual ingredients that I would like to present to you as a gift!”
”Drunken Moon Festival?”
Fang Yuan asked.
”You are definitely knowing!”
Yu Feishui smiled, ”I know the person that previously sold you the map, his name is Jiang Tianwang. He is familiar with the water and thrived in it. His ancestors made a living out of the Drunken Moon Lake. If they had not met any unforeseen circumstances, they would not be here selling maps.”
”What does that got to do with me?”
Fang Yuan asked coldly.
”Every Drunken Moon Festival, the Drunken Moon Lake would produce up to 3 times as much Drunken Fish with the possibility of spiritual fish appearing!” Yu Feishui continued, ”This time, I have put in the effort and created 3 metal hull flying ship, and the maps of Jiang Tianwang. I am only lacking an alchemy disciple to be able to use the spiritual fish as an ingredient...”
An alchemy master was second to none in fully utilising spiritual animals and plants.
Yu Feishui understood perfectly that it would be a waste if there was no alchemy master at hand to utilize the spiritual fish even if they had a good haul.
As such, he looked at Fang Yuan and gritted his teeth, ”If you are willing to help, I am willing to share half of my haul with you!”
He bowed deeply after speaking.
Truth be told, half the portion was too much even for an alchemy disciple.
However, Yu Feishui was cunning and was not thinking about the harvest but rather used it as a mean to approach the alchemy master. As such, he was willing to sacrifice everything he had.
”I have heard your request clear, it is just a shame...”
Fang Yuan shrugged his shoulders and mocked him, ”I am no alchemy master! Goodbye!”
He waved his hand and walked out of the Ghost Market in big strides.
”What?”
Yu Feishui's mouth dropped open. He felt like giving himself a slap.
He realized that Fang Yuan only took out a spiritual pill and did not confirm that he was an alchemy master. All the previous guesses were his wishful thinking.