Pill Cauldron Pavilion (Seeking Collection)

Southern Barrens Cultivation World.

Green Bamboo Mountain.

Shack District, within a secret underground chamber.

The chamber was spacious and extended in all directions, with what seemed to be secret tunnels leading outside.

Fang Xi's figure quietly materialized. Looking at a bag of Yao Beast meat beside him, his expression was slightly uplifted. "As expected... the Magic Tools from this side can be brought over, and the supplies from that side can be brought back, as long as I can carry them..."

The idea of trading between two worlds was quite feasible.

"In the early stages, the quantity is small, I can carry it myself. Later on, it'll just be a matter of a Storage Bag... Alright, Fang Xi, you're getting ahead of yourself. Even the smallest Storage Bag on the market costs twenty low-grade Spirit Stones!"

As for the corpse of the robber, Fang Xi had also searched him, but alas... he was practically a pauper.

He only had a hundred taels of silver on him, like a beggar. He didn't even carry any Martial Arts manuals. How dare he go out and rob people!

"No, if he really had money, why would he go out and rob people?"

Fang Xi grumbled, and then checked his own assets.

His cultivation was still at Qi Refining third layer, where he was consolidating his foundation.

This low-grade, wood-attribute spirit root truly made cultivation a bit difficult.

Besides that, the most valuable item he possessed was the low-grade Magic Tool—the Green Grain Sword.

Below the Green He Sword was a manual for the 'Evergreen Art', which could be cultivated to the great perfection of Qi Refining tenth layer. This was also a common item in the marketplaces; one would need to find a different cultivation technique after Foundation Establishment.

"There are also 22 Spirit Crystals, 60 catties of Spirit Bamboo Rice, 1 mid-grade 'Minor Lightning Talisman', 1 low-grade 'Golden Light Shield Talisman', 2 'Ice Seal Talismans', 5 'Protective Talismans', and several utility Talismans like 'Dust Removal Talisman', 'Fire Repelling Talisman', and 'Water Repelling Talisman'..."

"I feel like even a rogue cultivator would cry if they robbed me..."

Fang Xi let out a long breath, looked at the Yao Beast meat, and muttered, "Perhaps I should sell it... No, not until I reach the mid-stage of Qi Refining, I can't take the risk!"

He had also inquired at the White Cloud Martial Arts School. The Yao Beast meat that Fatty Han sold was called 'Taisui Meat', which looked just like this pale white flesh and didn't smell fishy when eaten.

Moreover, it had the effect of invigorating blood and boosting qi. Mu Piaomiao didn't dare to eat it during her special days...

Although he already knew the specific details, Fang Xi still wasn't planning to eat the Yao Beast meat immediately.

"Cultivators often cook Yao Beast meat to replenish spiritual energy. For body cultivators, it's an unparalleled elixir. Naturally, they have a set of methods to identify it..."

Fang Xi looked at the Taisui Meat and, after some thought, cast a spell.

Buzz!

A halo appeared above the Taisui Meat. Its color kept changing, finally settling on a dark green hue.

"Generally harmless, but it might also damage the body..."

Fang Xi nodded slightly.

"Cultivators have many methods for identifying poisons and even for healing... To be safe, I should also prepare a Detoxification Pill and a Spring Return Talisman."

Thinking about Talismans, Fang Xi immediately decided to approach his new neighbor, Chen Ping, for help.

This new spirit farmer seemed to have a knack for drawing Talismans, so it would be good to get closer to him.

Furthermore, this could also expand the original owner's network.

The original Fang Xi had focused solely on cultivation and had no friends besides his neighbors, nor did he have access to any social circles.

However, the current Fang Xi had decided to slightly expand his network, which would also help in the future sales of Yao Beast meat and the purchase of rare resources.

No sooner said than done!

The next morning, Fang Xi was waiting by the door early, and as Chen Ping was leaving, he called out, "Fellow Daoist Chen... going out?"

"Indeed."

Chen Ping looked like any other honest, timid, and fearful spirit farmer. Upon hearing Fang Xi, he asked, "Fellow Daoist Fang... is there something you need?"

"Yes... Fellow Daoist Chen, are you perhaps a Talisman Master? I wanted to buy a Spring Return Talisman, I wonder if..."

Fang Xi asked tentatively.

Chen Ping's expression changed slightly, then he let out a wry smile and waved his hands repeatedly. "The Way of Talismans is vast and profound; how dare I call myself a Talisman Master? I merely followed Master Zong for a few days. I'm still in the introductory stage, and even drawing a low-grade Tier 1 Talisman is difficult..."

The Four Arts of Cultivation—Pills, Formations, Talismans, and Tools—each required immense effort.

Even though the Way of Talismans was relatively simpler, it was still difficult to achieve mastery.

If drawing them was difficult, it meant the profit was less than the cost, resulting in a loss.

"That's already very good. Do you happen to have a Spring Return Talisman?"

Fang Xi added, "I'll purchase it at the marketplace price."

"This... I do have one left."

Mentioning the average marketplace price, Chen Ping couldn't resist. He took out a green Talisman.

Taking this opportunity, the two chatted for a bit before Chen Ping took his leave.

'I didn't expect him to be somewhat of an acquaintance, having studied under Master Zong for a few days?'

Looking at Chen Ping's retreating back, Fang Xi suddenly thought of the couple who ran the Talisman stall and felt how small the world was.

Of course, perhaps it was also because the Green Bamboo Mountain Market was originally very small, and there were only a few talisman masters.

Regardless, this trip had yielded a decent harvest.

"I already have the Spring Return Talisman, so now I just need a Detoxification Pill..."

Fang Xi muttered to himself and entered the Green Bamboo Mountain Market.

Pill Cauldron Pavilion!

The six-story wooden building was exquisitely constructed, emitting a faint fragrance of grass and trees from under its eaves.

Fang Xi had always been cautious about things that needed to be ingested, like pill medicines.

While the pill medicines at the stalls of rogue cultivators were cheaper, their safety couldn't be guaranteed.

However, the pill houses of major forces were much better.

The Pill Cauldron Pavilion had hundreds of years of reputation and credibility, with a backing even more powerful than the Situ Family.

For them, maintaining their brand and reputation was the greatest source of profit, so their pill medicines were trustworthy.

Of course, they were only trustworthy; after obtaining them, a thorough inspection was still necessary.

"Fellow Daoist, what kind of pill medicine are you looking to purchase?"

As Fang Xi admired the Pill Cauldron Pavilion, a young girl in a light green dress greeted him. "I am Zhuo Luting. I know a little about ordinary pill medicines."

She had rosy cheeks and almond-shaped eyes, and her appearance was excellent. She didn't even conceal her cultivation aura, immediately allowing Fang Xi to see that she was a cultivator in the middle stage of Qi Refining.

Damn, is the Pill Cauldron Pavilion's pill medicine that amazing? Even the sales assistant is in the middle stage of Qi Refining...

Alright, they are indeed amazing.

Feeling a bit sour, Fang Xi gave a wry smile. "I need a Detoxification Pill."

"Regarding Detoxification Pills, our pavilion has the Clear Spirit Pill, a low-grade Tier 1 pill, which is quite effective against various toxins. If you find its effect insufficient, we have the Detoxification Removal Pill, a mid-grade Tier 1 pill, or even the 'Myriad Spirit Pill,' a high-grade Tier 1 pill, but the price..." Zhuo Luting replied with a charming smile.

"I have a friend who accidentally ate the meat of some strange Yao Beast..."

Fang Xi began to fabricate a story.

Zhuo Luting thought for a moment. "Generally speaking, Yao Beasts don't poison their own blood and flesh. Unless you accidentally ingest a poison sac, the poisoning won't be too severe. The Clear Spirit Pill is quite effective in alleviating beast poison. Fellow Daoist could buy one to try. If it doesn't work, you can invite that Fellow Daoist here, and our pharmacist can take a look..."

"That sounds good. How much is one Clear Spirit Pill?"

Fang Xi nodded.

"One low-grade Spirit Stone," Zhuo Luting replied with a smile.

So expensive!

The stalls outside only cost seven or eight Spirit Crystals at most!

Fang Xi's mind raced with thoughts, but he expressionlessly handed over the Spirit Stone and received a small jade bottle.

"Does Fellow Daoist have any other needs?" Zhuo Luting asked, pleased with the sale.

"Let me take a look..."

Fang Xi walked around the first floor of the Pill Cauldron Pavilion with his hands behind his back.

Soon, he stopped in front of a counter.

On the wooden shelves of this counter, bottles of Spirit Wine were displayed, some in jars, others sealed in bottles.

"This is Spirit Wine, made primarily from Spirit Rice, mixed with various spiritual herbs and aged..."

Zhuo Luting explained to Fang Xi, "Many cultivators enjoy this beverage. Not only that, but many Spirit Wines have multiple effects. For example, this 'Grain Abstinence Wine' can be completely used as Spirit Food. A sip of it means you won't need to consume food or water for three days... And this 'Hundred Flower Brew' not only tastes excellent but also benefits female cultivators in Qi Refining... If your friend was poisoned by a snake, then this 'Hundred Snake Wine' has significant detoxification effects!"

"I see..."

Fang Xi remained expressionless, exuding an air of a powerful figure.

In the cultivation world, besides the four arts of cultivation, there were other side professions.

For example, physicians who treated injuries, Spirit Chefs who made various Spirit Foods, as well as winemakers, Spirit Vein Masters, ore prospectors, and so on...

This minor art of winemaking could be considered a side path or even a branch of alchemy.

Fang Xi glanced at the prices and then directly took his leave.

Even if he pooled all his assets now, he might not be able to afford a jar of Spirit Wine.

"As for the recipes for brewing wine, there's no need to even think about it; I definitely can't afford them..."

Fang Xi lamented inwardly. As a Spirit Farmer, he felt quite suited for winemaking.

"Or perhaps... if the Pill Cauldron Pavilion can't help, I could browse the stalls and try my luck?"

At this thought, he began to wander among the various mobile stalls.

Since his transmigration, Fang Xi hadn't been immune to the influence of novels, and he came to browse the market stalls, hoping to stumble upon an opportunity.

The results, needless to say, were as expected.

Novels were all lies!

Let alone finding a heaven-defying opportunity, he hadn't even found a small bargain!

Not to mention himself, even in the past year of observation, he hadn't seen a single rogue cultivator find a bargain at the stalls.

Instead, he felt like he had lost money, and he had seen many cultivators who were even swindled out of everything they had.

Some of them even wanted to cause a scene in the market, only to be thrown out by the Situ Family's enforcement team... How tragic could it be?

Thanks to the reward from the "Night of Cramps" Alliance Leader, an additional update will be posted after it goes on the shelves. Thank you!