Pei Ling understood the implication behind Elder Lin's words. Even if Jin Sumian could offer a high price, she couldn't keep buying from him the way the Hundred Treasures Pavilion could.
After all, she was a Pill Master herself.
So, in the long run, the Hundred Treasures Pavilion's offer of a ten percent premium was definitely the better deal.
"Junior Brother, I've already received a promise from Elder Shen of the Inner Sect. Once I reach Foundation Establishment, I'll immediately become his disciple!" Jin Sumian's expression darkened slightly. Of course she understood what Pei Ling understood.
After quickly weighing her options, she said, "I'm sure you know of Elder Shen's alchemy skills, Junior Brother. If you're willing to sell me this High-grade Bone Quenching Pill, I'll gladly introduce you to him!"
"Damn it!" Pei Ling wasn't all that moved, but the muscles at the corner of Elder Lin's eye twitched. Shen Chun of the Inner Sect was one of the Chongming Sect's five great Pill Masters. Although the Chongming Sect wasn't renowned for alchemy, Shen Chun's skills were clearly exceptional, given how many disciples had been selected in successive rounds over the years.
His cultivation was nothing special among the Inner Sect elders, but his status as a Pill Master made him highly respected. He was one of the most illustrious figures around.
It was easy to imagine how tempting Jin Sumian's promise was!
Elder Lin hurriedly reminded Pei Ling, "Young friend, Fellow Daoist Jin's promise is just words. Who knows if it's true? Besides, Elder Shen has always been impulsive about taking disciples. He doesn't just look at talent and character; he also cares about whether he feels a connection. There was once an Outer Sect disciple with outstanding talent who respected his master and honored the Dao. Yet