My Master Knows It All-Chapter 1380 - 331_3

"In short, the Void Spirit Replenishment Pill, as far as I know, in the entirety of the Eastern Province today, I am the only one capable of crafting it."

After saying this, he paused momentarily and continued, "Of course, perhaps after some time, the Eastern Province will have a second person who can craft the Void Spirit Replenishment Pill—my senior brother from the Holy Pill Sect, Wen Dan. This is because I have already taught him the method for crafting the Void Spirit Replenishment Pill."

After Luo Zhen finished speaking, he quickly raised a third finger and said, "Aside from those two pills, to address the internal injuries caused by your backlash, you will need a third pill—the Xuan Mu Restoration Pill."

Although the prescription for the Xuan Mu Restoration Pill is rare, its formula is known to circulate among certain great teachings. However, just having the prescription isn’t sufficient, as crafting this pill requires a unique technique—the Pill Decoction Method."

"Only through this specialized method can it be extracted from the Pill Furnace. As for the Xuan Mu Restoration Pill... even I cannot craft it."

As he spoke, he turned his gaze toward the Holy Pill Sect’s elder with the goatee and clasped his hands respectfully. "As of now, in the entire Eastern Province, only Senior Brother Wen Dan possesses the ability to craft the Xuan Mu Restoration Pill."

He then turned to Cao Zhen and said, "You are truly fortunate. It so happens that I invited Senior Brother Wen Dan to our Dragon Chant Sect to exchange knowledge about alchemy techniques, and we can request his assistance in crafting the Xuan Mu Restoration Pill for you."

Wen Dan chuckled lightly upon hearing this. "Brother Luo Zhen flatters me too much. During one of our recent exchanges, I had already taught you the Pill Decoction Method for crafting the Xuan Mu Restoration Pill. Even if I am not present, I am confident that with Brother Luo Zhen’s level of alchemy expertise, you would be capable of extracting the pill."

Those nearby overheard and began to react, realizing the situation.

"So that’s how it is! Master Luo Zhen exchanged his method for crafting the Void Spirit Replenishment Pill with Master Wen Dan’s Pill Decoction Method for the Xuan Mu Restoration Pill!"

"Ordinary folks, when grasping such alchemy techniques, would surely guard their secrets zealously. But these two masters chose to exchange their knowledge instead."

"These two masters may not belong to the same great teaching but are clearly kindred spirits and close friends."

"Both are renowned alchemy masters. Through mutual discussions, it’s only natural for their pill-making skills to advance further. I’d wager that there is no one stronger in alchemy across the entire Eastern Province."

"Indeed."

Members from the two great teachings heard these observations and began praising each other even more relentlessly. Essentially, it boiled down to mutual flattery—followers of the Dragon Chant Sect lauding Master Luo Zhen, and those of the Holy Pill Sect applauding Master Wen Dan.

Cao Zhen was left speechless. Aside from the members of the Holy Pill Sect and the Dragon Chant Sect, it seemed he was the only outsider present. If they wanted to indulge in commercial flattery, they could have chosen a gathering with more outsiders. Showering praises before him alone—what purpose did that serve?

Luo Zhen, hearing Wen Dan’s commendation, waved modestly with a reserved expression and responded, "Senior Brother Wen Dan offers undue compliments. If I wish to successfully extract the Xuan Mu Restoration Pill, I would still require Senior Brother Wen Dan’s guidance."

After that, he turned again to Cao Zhen and said, "Of course, even with the three pills I’ve mentioned, they won’t entirely heal your injuries. Simultaneously consuming multiple pills will cause their medicinal effects to collide within your body, creating conflicts. Hence, I would need to craft additional pills to neutralize these conflicting properties."

"To neutralize the effects of these three pills, I would need to craft at least two additional pills. Additionally, acupuncture techniques would be required as a supplementary treatment. However, this is only to treat the internal injuries caused by backlash."

"Apart from these internal injuries, you still have external injuries that require attention. For that... never mind. Even if I told you about the pills needed, you wouldn’t understand. In short, treating your injuries will be exceedingly complicated."

"Let me calculate. Even if I only charge you the cost, considering the acupuncture techniques... simply paying with Immortal Stones won’t suffice."

Luo Zhen pondered for a moment, then extended one hand and raised three central fingers. "Three treasures. Hand over three treasures as payment, and I can heal your injuries."

He had heard that Cao Zhen had previously assisted the Five Sounds Sect in overcoming their heavenly tribulation, acquiring treasures in the process. Later, he also heard of Cao Zhen’s significant gains within the Heaven Prayers Sect. Cao Zhen should be capable of producing three treasures.

And what if he couldn’t?

Cao Zhen had reportedly obtained both the Silver Light Wings and the Orange Light Wings from the Musical Rhythm Ruins. Offering those two treasures would suffice.

Cao Zhen had already anticipated that Luo Zhen would try to exploit him. However, he had thought Luo Zhen’s demand would be for Immortal Stones, and he hadn’t expected Luo Zhen to be so ruthless—directly demanding treasures, and not just one but three treasures!

"Three treasures? You might as well rob me!" Cao Zhen couldn’t resist shouting.

"Three treasures, and you think that’s too much?" Luo Zhen yelled back, visibly displeased. "Do you think I want to craft those pills for you? Do you even know how much time it will take me to prepare those pills? If I were to craft them alone, it would take at least a year to complete them. During this entire year, I wouldn’t be able to do anything else but focus on your pill-making!"

"If it weren’t for your junior Bi Yue asking me for help, do you think I’d even bother with crafting pills for you? Moreover, do you think the price I’m asking is high? If not me, you can go elsewhere and try—you’ll see if anyone else can treat your injuries! Who else can craft these types of pills?"

"Do you even understand how rare the necessary medicinal ingredients are for crafting those pills—"

Before Luo Zhen could finish, Cao Zhen abruptly interrupted, "Rare medicinal ingredients? Take, for instance, the Xuan Mu Restoration Pill. To craft it, you’d need 3 jin of Cloud Shepard Bone, 3 stalks of Three-flower Grass, Ten-leaf Golden Leaf, and 2 stalks of Poison Star Fern..." Cao Zhen recited the required ingredients for crafting the Xuan Mu Restoration Pill in one breath.