Ch. 381Internal Alchemy
Plot Points & Events
- He Zhao hears a commotion at Longevity Market but returns to Ping'an Market without incident.
- He decides to use modified pill recipes to obtain Sha Jade for building his Wind, Thunder, Yin, and Yang meridians.
- He successfully negotiates with six shops, obtaining 300,000 pieces of Wind, Thunder, Yin, and Yang Malevolent Jade.
- He builds his four meridians and brands his Life-Bound Spells in the Quiet Room.
- He plans to advance to the Pill-Swallowing Realm and seek advice from the Ping'an Market Master about the Sha Beast.
Character Developments
- He Zhao demonstrates his ruthlessness and cunning in business dealings.
- The Ping'an Market Master shows his wisdom and understanding of the situation.
Significant Themes
- Ruthlessness and cunning in business.
- The importance of connections and backers.
- The desire to advance in cultivation and the challenges faced.
Character Interactions
- He Zhao interacts with the Ping'an Market Master, showing deference and seeking his advice.
- He Zhao deals with the shopkeepers, using a combination of threats and inducements to obtain what he wants.