Gu Ni

The Mittel Auction House is the largest and only auction venue in Wutan City, and it is also one of the businesses operated by the Mite'er Family, one of the three great clans of the Jia Ma Empire.

The Mite'er Family is the wealthiest among the three great clans of the Jia Ma Empire, primarily focused on commerce, though their influence extends into other fields as well. Their wealth could be described as enough to rival a nation. The relationship between the Mite'er Family and the Imperial Family is intricate, and it is thanks to the support of the Imperial Family that they were able to grow and strengthen within the Jia Ma Empire.

The other two great clans are the Nalan Clan and the Mu Clan. The Mu Clan holds significant power in the military sector, while the Nalan Clan is more balanced; although they have a hand in various fields, their overall strength is not as formidable as the other two.

With the Mite'er Family as a backer, and being a respected alchemist oneself, a certain level of arrogance is only natural.

"Young Master Xiao Jie, let me introduce you. This is Miss Ya Fei, the person in charge of our auction house in Wutan City, and this is Master Gu Ni, who is also a second-tier alchemist."

Xiao Jie stood up and cupped his hands in greeting.

"Greetings, Miss Ya Fei, Master Gu Ni."

"Young Master Xiao Jie is too polite. This is the first time this sister has seen such a young second-tier alchemist like you." A soft, alluring voice rang in his ears, making Xiao Jie tremble involuntarily. He thought to himself.

She truly is a beauty. I didn't feel it when reading the book, but facing her in person, I realize the reputation is well-deserved. Fortunately, my willpower is strong enough, and besides, I am currently just a little boy of over eight years old; I am truly powerless even if I had the heart.

"Miss Ya Fei is too kind. Xiao Jie only has a good teacher to thank; it is not worth mentioning. It is all thanks to his old man's excellent instruction."

During the conversation, Xiao Jie revealed that he had a teacher. After all, while the Mite'er Family might not harm him, being cautious is never a mistake. Even if they wanted to make a move, they would have to worry about the consequences. After all, who would believe that a little boy of eight could become a second-tier alchemist in just over a month? Beyond talent, a famous teacher is also crucial.

"I wonder who your teacher is, little friend Xiao Jie? Could you introduce me? I have been stuck at the peak of the second tier for over a decade, and I am truly quite anxious."

"That's right, little brother Xiao Jie, who is your teacher? Could you introduce him to this sister? I would certainly treat your teacher as an honored guest."

"Haha, my teacher prefers tranquility. Most of the time, he comes to find me, and I cannot find him. I am afraid I cannot help you with that for now, but if there is an opportunity, I will certainly introduce you to Sister Ya Fei and Master Gu Ni."

"Is that so? Very well, but little brother Xiao Jie, you must not forget."

"Rest assured, I will next time," Xiao Jie said with a smile.

"Alright, back to the main topic. These first-tier Qi Recovery Pills and first-tier Rejuvenation Pills are of top quality in both appearance and medicinal properties, so the refining technique must be very proficient. However, the quality of these second-tier Bone-Growing Pills is rather average, likely due to a lack of familiarity with the technique. Looking at this, little friend Xiao Jie, you must have just learned to refine these second-tier Bone-Growing Pills, right?"

"Haha, Master Gu Ni has eyes like torches. I did indeed just start refining these Bone-Growing Pills. After all, it was my first time refining second-tier pills, so it was inevitable that I would be a bit rusty. I failed quite a few times before I successfully refined these three bottles."

"No wonder. However, little friend, your talent in the path of alchemy is truly extraordinary. To be able to refine these Bone-Growing Pills in just over a month—given time, you could at least become a fifth-tier or even a sixth-tier alchemist. In this regard, I am truly ashamed."

"Haha, Master Gu Ni is too generous. My teacher is very strict with me, and I am currently just barely meeting his requirements."

"Very well. We offer thirty thousand gold coins per bottle for these three bottles of Bone-Growing Pills, five thousand per bottle for the ten bottles of Qi Recovery Pills, and seven thousand per bottle for the ten bottles of Rejuvenation Pills, totaling two hundred and ten thousand gold coins. What do you think?"

"Good, the price is very fair. Many thanks to Master Gu Ni and Miss Ya Fei."

Soon, a maid brought over a gold card and the medicinal ingredients. After Xiao Jie accepted them, he spoke to Ya Fei and Gu Ni.

"Then Xiao Jie will take his leave. I will come again once I have refined more pills."

"Little brother Xiao Jie, you must come back soon. This sister will miss you."

Xiao Jie nodded and turned to leave.

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