Cultivation Starts from Farming-Chapter 642 - 311: Completion of the Ten Thousand Tribulation Pill

Chapter 642: Chapter 311: Completion of the Ten Thousand Tribulation Pill

Xu Ping, under the lead of the maid, was ushered into the palace.

At this moment, besides the Celestial Alchemist and Hongyi, another elder, lean and unfamiliar, sat serenely at the foremost position on the left.

The old man had a kind face, a gentle smile lurking on his lips, appearing kindly and pleasant, much like an elder from next door.

Despite the elder’s deliberate restraint over his aura, the vast and profound pressure still lingered faintly, stronger than both Hongyi and the Celestial Alchemist combined.

"It seems this person is Ban Jing."

Xu Ping immediately assessed in his heart, while discreetly steadying his mind, showing no signs of abnormity on his face.

He cupped his hands towards the trio, respectful yet neither servile nor overbearing: "Greetings, esteemed seniors."

Hongyi and the Celestial Alchemist acknowledged with a nod.

The elder—Ban Jing—sized Xu Ping up and down, a faint flicker of barely perceptible brilliance flashing in his eyes, a lust for treasure and a hunter’s gaze towards prey.

A sliver of greed streaked across his mind, yet his expression remained as kind as ever, like a benevolent and approachable senior.

"Indeed, Yan Xiaoyou is quite extraordinary."

Ban Jing spoke, his voice aged yet gentle, "To withstand an attack from a Nascent Soul True Monarch at the Golden Core stage is indeed rare among this generation."

"Senior overestimates me. This little bit of cultivation of mine is nothing before you; merely fortune has favored me with some opportunity." Xu Ping modestly replied.

"Hahaha, Yan Xiaoyou being overly modest is also arrogance!"

Ban Jing laughed heartily, the wrinkles at the corners of his eyes fanning out.

"To achieve such a feat at the Golden Core stage, even in Ancient Times, one would be a rare prodigy."

The words were fervent, as though in genuine praise of Xu Ping.

But Xu Ping, aware of the circumstances, naturally thought otherwise.

After a few pleasantries, Ban Jing withdrew his smile, his expression turning solemn as he addressed the purpose of this meeting:

"I’ve heard from Hong about your intention to jointly concoct the Ten Thousand Tribulation Pill, and I have no objections to this matter."

He paused, his gaze lingering meaningfully on Xu Ping for a moment, seemingly casual yet with an underlying significance,

"However, since it’s joint concoction, shouldn’t we discuss the ownership of the Ten Thousand Tribulation Pill?"

"Naturally."

Xu Ping nodded, composed and unflustered, then turned his gaze to the Celestial Alchemist, "Celestial Alchemist, with the materials I’ve prepared, how many Ten Thousand Tribulation Pills can be concocted?"

The Celestial Alchemist stroked his long, flowing beard, his gaze unhurried, and answered placidly, "Considering the quality and quantity of materials, generally two pills can be formed."

"Two pills formed?"

A gleam of joy involuntarily appeared on Xu Ping’s face, a flicker of excitement flashing in his eyes.

He had initially thought that only one could be concocted at most, not expecting the possibility of obtaining two.

In this way, not only would the water lake mouse get through the Heart Demon Tribulation, there would also be one for his own future Nascent Soul Formation.

This was undoubtedly monumental news.

But then Xu Ping recalled his agreement with Hongyi, needing to demonstrate a strong desire for the Ten Thousand Tribulation Pill and substantial worth, to entice Ban Jing to make a move.

With this in mind, Xu Ping adjusted his expression, cupped his hands solemnly towards Ban Jing:

"Senior, to be frank, I want both Ten Thousand Tribulation Pills."

His tone revealed strong desire, "Perhaps I could exchange other treasures for your Purple Heart Dragon Saliva Grass?"

"Exchange for my Purple Heart Dragon Saliva Grass?"

Upon hearing this, a peculiar glint flashed in Ban Jing’s eyes, yet a gentle smile remained on his lips.

He pondered for a moment, his tone carrying a trace of interest, "This can be negotiated, but what does Yan Daoyou intend to exchange for my Purple Heart Dragon Saliva Grass?"

"Though I lack no Spirit Stones, I do take a keen interest in rare and wondrous treasures."

Xu Ping did not answer directly but instead flipped his right palm upwards, a glint of spiritual light passing through, as a lotus appeared out of thin air in his hand.

This lotus seemed carved from the purest Profound Ice, crystal clear and flawless to the extreme.

The heart of the lotus emitted an eerie blue halo, forming a nebula-like pattern that gently spun, exuding a chilling aura and fluctuations of spiritual power.

"Senior, how about this as an exchange?"

Xu Ping smiled gently, holding the crystal-clear lotus in his palm, pushing it forward lightly.

The lotus floated in the air, emitting a faint blue light that illuminated the surrounding atmosphere.

"Is this... the Thousand-Year Ice Crystal Heart Lotus?"

Upon witnessing this scene, Ban Jing’s expression briefly faltered, the calmness of his face giving way to ripples, a hint of surprise and longing flashing in his eyes.

The Thousand-Year Ice Crystal Heart Lotus was an essential auxiliary herb for concocting the Fourth Rank Middle Grade Breakthrough Pill, offering significant assistance for Early-Stage Nascent Soul cultivators to break through to mid-stage.

Such a level of Spirit Medicine was considered extremely rare in the Cultivation Realm, even for Nascent Soul True Monarchs, who with their vast networks and resources, found it exceedingly difficult to obtain.

The value of the Ice Crystal Heart Lotus exceeded his Purple Heart Dragon Saliva Grass by a margin.

Particularly for a cultivator like him, stuck at the peak of early-stage Nascent Soul for a long time, its allure was even greater.

"What an abundance of fortune this individual possesses!"

Ban Jing couldn’t help but marvel silently, unable to suppress the flames of greed ignited within.

Even the Celestial Alchemist cast Xu Ping an unexpected glance, a glint of admiration flitting in his eyes.

To produce such a level of Spirit Medicine as the Thousand-Year Ice Crystal Heart Lotus, this Yan Ruchen’s foundation was indeed extraordinary.