Chapter 211 : The Alchemist's Generous Gift

According to the Merits [a metaphysical system of accrued virtue and contribution] established by the Chen Clan, the clan should have only been entitled to two Spirit-Nourishing Pill [a pill that nourishes and strengthens the cultivator's spirit]. However, Exquisite Jiang gave Eldrin Chen four in one go, intending to allocate the remaining three to the other three great families.

Her two disciples, backed by her support, were not lacking in ordinary Third-Rank Pill [pills of the third rank, suitable for Foundation Establishment cultivators]. In essence, they yielded their share to Eldrin Chen.

After successfully refining the Spirit-Nourishing Pill, Exquisite Jiang opened the furnace once more to concoct the Dharma Origin Pill [a pill that directly augments a cultivator's foundational cultivation]. This pill could increase a Violet Sanctum Cultivator [a cultivator who has opened their Violet Palace, the third major realm]'s cultivation by thirty years. Its difficulty of refinement was considered quite high even among Third Rank Superior Grade [the highest quality tier within the third rank] elixirs.

Exquisite Jiang spent seven full days before achieving success, and the resulting yield was a full five pills.

"Five pills in a single batch."

"Your alchemical skill ranks among the very best even among Fourth Rank Low-Grade [the lowest tier within the fourth rank, suitable for Golden Core cultivators] alchemists."

Taking the Dharma Origin Pill, Eldrin Chen could not help but reveal a look of pleasant surprise.

She shook her head, a smile touching her bright eyes. "With all these years of accumulated experience, if not for the need to mend my spiritual roots, I might have long since become a Fourth Rank Mid-Grade [a mid-tier alchemist capable of refining fourth-rank mid-grade pills] alchemist."

"Take two of these Dharma Origin Pill. Reserve one of the remaining three for Tea Rose Su, and let the Xu and Yang Families exchange Spirit Stones for the rest."

Eldrin Chen nodded in agreement. The spoils obtained after vanquishing a Golden Core [the fourth major cultivation realm, where one forms a solid golden core of power] force were indeed exceptionally abundant. Find thousands of chapters at audio-novel*com.

The several major Violet Sanctum Immortal Clan had divided a vast quantity of treasures. Combined with the Third-Rank Pill [a high-grade cultivation pill] refined this time, it could be said they had profited immensely. The high-grade treasures they obtained were nearly equivalent to a century's worth of the clan's income.

However, after exchanging for these treasures, their accumulated Merit [a metaphysical "currency" representing contributions in battle or service] was long depleted. After all, the combined merit of everyone present was far less than even ten or twenty percent of Exquisite Jiang's share.

The Dharma Origin Pill [a pill that aids in comprehending cultivation arts and laws] was extraordinary. Consuming it could save an ordinary Violet Sanctum Cultivator [a cultivator at the Violet Sanctum realm] thirty years of arduous cultivation. Its value was at least over eighty thousand Spirit Stone [a mineral that stores and radiates spiritual energy, used as currency and for cultivation], so naturally, it would not be given to them for free.

After finishing the refinement of the Dharma Origin Pill, Exquisite Jiang finally prepared to begin concocting the Golden Core Formation Pill [a legendary pill that aids in forming a Golden Core].

She took out the Demon King Inner Pill [the condensed life essence core of a powerful demon king] and the Heavenly Heart Flower [a rare spiritual herb that calms the mind and stabilizes the soul], her expression turning grave. "I hope this alchemy session can yield two pills," she said.

Exquisite Jiang had promised Violet Consort Yan to give her the Demon King Inner Pill. However, now that she had obtained the Heavenly Heart Grass [another name for the Heavenly Heart Flower], she could refine a Golden Core Formation Pill for Violet Consort Yan instead.

If she only succeeded in refining one Golden Core Formation Pill, it would be considered a loss. But if she refined two, then it would be equivalent to gaining an extra pill's worth of profit.

The Golden Core Formation Pill was worth at least a million Spirit Stone, with the typical trading price often exceeding two million. If she could successfully refine one extra pill, it would be like gaining two million Spirit Stone out of thin air, greatly alleviating her financial strain.

After all, since her breakthrough to the Golden Core [a major cultivation realm where one forms a solidified golden spiritual core], the grade of the Spiritual Vein [a natural conduit of concentrated spiritual energy within the earth] beneath Heavenly Ruins Mountain had begun to lag behind her needs. Furthermore, the resources required for her cultivation would increase significantly. If she lacked sufficient Spirit Stone, her progress would likely slow.

Eldrin Chen observed intently while processing the Spirit Herb [plants imbued with spiritual energy, used in alchemy], a look of deep concentration on his face.

The refinement of a Fourth-Rank Pill [a pill of the fourth tier, indicating high difficulty and potency] was an endeavor of immense difficulty. The only part where Eldrin Chen could lend a hand was in the preliminary processing of the supplementary herbs.

Even with the formidable cultivation base Exquisite Jiang now possessed, it took a full three months to completely refine the Demon Core [the condensed energy core of a powerful demonic beast] into a viscous medicinal liquid.

Adding the time needed to refine the Heavenly Heart Flower and the other supplementary ingredients, the entire process of creating the four distinct medicinal elixirs consumed nearly half a year.

To Eldrin Chen's astonishment, she decisively merged the four elixirs into two. The potency of the resulting pair surged dramatically. Even as a significant portion evaporated under the intense heat of the True Flame [a pure, high-temperature flame used in advanced alchemy], the remaining essence rapidly coalesced towards its final form.

Seemingly sensing his surprise, Exquisite Jiang explained with a calm expression.

"This is the Pill Fusion Art [an alchemical technique that merges medicinal essences to increase the chance of successful pill formation]. Combining the elixirs in this manner enhances the probability of a successful outcome."

"When you refine high-tier pills in the future, you may attempt to employ this method as well."

As her words faded, her focus intensified once more. With a final, concentrated surge of spiritual energy, she succeeded in solidifying the two remaining elixirs.

A soft, resonant hum echoed through the chamber as the alchemical cauldron trembled slightly. From within, two pills, radiant with a golden light, flew forth—twin Precious Pill [a general term for high-quality, potent pills].

"Success."

Exquisite Jiang placed the two Precious Pill [rare and potent cultivation elixirs] into a Treasure Box [an enchanted container for storing valuables], then could not help but nestle against his chest.

Refining two pills in a single batch meant a profit of two million Spirit Stones [minerals that store and radiate spiritual energy, used as currency]. How could this not fill her with joy?

Eldrin Chen wrapped an arm around her slender waist, feeling the soft, alluring curves of her body kindle a warmth within him. He realized that before others, she was an unattainable, peerless immortal maiden, yet in his presence, she was exceptionally enchanting and seductive.

"..."

Having successfully refined the two Golden Core Formation Pill [precious elixirs that aid in forming a cultivator's Golden Core], Exquisite Jiang and Eldrin Chen returned to the Spirit Pool Cave Abode [a secluded cultivation dwelling centered around a spiritual spring].

Upon entering the Spirit Pool Cave Abode, they discovered a voluptuous woman in a stunning violet gown standing quietly, a gentle smile gracing her lips as she watched them. Access the full story on www . audio-novel.com.

It was none other than Violet Consort Yan. She had been waiting for some time. Seeing Eldrin Chen and Exquisite Jiang approach side by side, an unreadable glint flickered in her bright eyes.

After all, Exquisite Jiang's closest confidante was a Golden Core Patriarch [a powerful cultivator who has formed a Golden Core], and the two likely had matters to discuss. Thus, Eldrin Chen decided to take his leave.

"I have some matters to attend to first. You two talk."

Exquisite Jiang nodded, a soft smile on her face. "Alright. I'll find you later."

He offered a slight bow to Violet Consort Yan before turning and departing from the Spirit Pool Cave Abode.

Watching Eldrin Chen leave, Violet Consort Yan hurried over to link arms with Exquisite Jiang and asked, "How did it go?"

"Two pills were successfully formed. I can consider my task honorably fulfilled."

Exquisite Jiang revealed a smile and produced one of the Golden Core Formation Pill [a supreme elixir that aids in the formation of a cultivator's Golden Core].

Taking it to examine, Violet Consort Yan could not help but show a look of pleasant surprise. Still, she could not resist adding, "You have no suitable candidate for the other pill either. Please sell it to me as well."

Exquisite Jiang's brow furrowed slightly as she recalled the circumstances of the Purple Abyss Sect. Established for over eight hundred years, it was a renowned sect for female cultivators within the Ji Continent, attracting a great number of women from across the Six Kingdoms of Ji Continent.

Violet Consort Yan had arrived from the Eastern Sea Coast two centuries prior. After joining the Purple Abyss Sect, she had been groomed as a key disciple by the previous sect master and had eventually taken the reins of the sect herself.

Furthermore, she had a cousin from her clan named Immortal Maiden Spirit Consort.

That Spirit Consort possessed a Wind Spiritual Root [an innate affinity for wind-element spiritual energy]. Though barely over two hundred years old, she had already attempted a Forming the Golden Core [the critical breakthrough to the Golden Core Realm] breakthrough once and had reached the Pseudo-Core Realm [a transitional state where a cultivator's foundation is solidified but the true Golden Core has not yet fully formed].

For Violet Consort Yan to purchase two Golden Core Formation Pill at once clearly demonstrated the depth of her affection for her cousin.

When it came to selling the Golden Core Formation Pill [a legendary pill that aids in forming a cultivator's Golden Core], it was only natural to offer them first to one's closest confidantes. Exquisite Jiang sold the remaining pills to Violet Consort Yan for a price of two million Spirit Stone [a mineral that stores and radiates spiritual energy].

Only after securing the treasures did Violet Consort Yan have the leisure to tease Exquisite Jiang. "I heard you've taken a fancy to a Violet Sanctum Cultivator [a cultivator who has reached the Violet Sanctum realm, a significant stage of power]," she said.

"I was wondering who could possibly catch your eye. To think it's the famed Border Province Sword Immortal," she continued, a knowing glint in her eyes.

"No wonder," Violet Consort Yan remarked, her expression still playful. "Everyone knows Eldrin Chen possesses a countenance like a banished immortal descended to earth, and his methods are as sharp as a true Sword Immortal [a title bestowed upon a master of the sword path]."

"A prodigy like him, whose future achievements are boundless... This is your chance to pluck the moon from the water's edge while you're close to the tower. If you weren't, who knows when I might have made a move myself."

The corner of Exquisite Jiang's mouth quirked slightly, revealing a hint of a smile. "Then you would certainly not outmatch me."

"How do you know I couldn't?" Violet Consort Yan retorted, a touch of indignation in her voice.

Exquisite Jiang remained utterly unperturbed, her expression one of complete seriousness. "You are not as fair of face as I am."

"You... Hmph!" Join our community of readers at audio novel.com.