Look at this Pill Pattern, it's big and round

Don't be fooled by the fact that there is only one level of difference between Pill Pattern grade and superior grade.

Even the most superior pill, a top-tier one containing only a trace of impurity, cannot compare to a Pill Pattern grade pill.

Once it reaches the Pill Pattern grade, not only is it completely free of impurities.

It also undergoes a qualitative change, a transformation from nothing to something; every Pill Pattern grade pill contains medicinal power far exceeding others.

It is an increase of nearly several times over.

Simply put, the value of a low-grade Pill Pattern pill can even rival that of an ordinary Yellow Grade pill.

Every Alchemist capable of refining a Pill Pattern holds a lofty status.

Even a major sect like the Five Elements Sect would personally extend an invitation and treat them as an honored guest.

"Cough, cough, little brother Lin Cheng, I sincerely apologize for my previous behavior. Blame my old eyes for being dim; I failed to recognize a true dragon. I truly hope you won't take offense!"

The elder who had previously reprimanded Lin Cheng stepped forward, his face flushed with shame, to apologize in public.

At the same time, he couldn't help but stare longingly at the pill in Lin Cheng's hand, saying, "Tell me, little brother Lin, do you have any thoughts of selling this pill? Name your price. As long as you are willing to sell it to me, consider it a great favor I owe you."

As soon as these words were spoken, the other two elders reacted.

They cursed the old man inwardly for being underhanded.

They hurriedly followed suit.

"Cough, cough, brother Lin, I am willing to offer a scroll of innate martial arts in exchange for the pill in your hand, and I will also owe you a favor!"

"I am willing to trade three spirit fruits, which can help one cleanse the marrow and wash the meridians..."

"Cleanse the marrow and wash the meridians? Give it a rest. I recall that legend says Pill Pattern grade pills also have the effect of cleansing the marrow and washing the meridians; they are definitely better than your spirit fruits."

"Can those be the same? Plus, I'm still owing a favor. How about this, little brother, just name whatever you want, as long as I have it... If that really won't work, look at my granddaughter, she's eighteen this year..."

The several elders argued until their faces were red.

One must know that things like Pill Patterns are rare and hard to come by. Even a master Alchemist would consider it the peak of their life to refine one or two Pill Pattern grade pills.

Moreover, Alchemists usually keep them as prized possessions.

Now that there was an opportunity, they naturally had to fight for it.

After arguing for a while, everyone gradually noticed that Lin Cheng seemed somewhat distracted.

They couldn't help but look over in confusion.

They saw him silently staring at the pill in his palm, his brows tightly furrowed, as if he were contemplating something.

The elders did not know that Lin Cheng had barely heard a word of their argument.

At this very moment, all his energy was completely focused on the pill in his hand.

"Holy..."

"What on earth is this..."

Just a moment ago, the instant the refining was completed, the system prompted that his sub-profession Alchemist proficiency had soared by ten points, allowing him to upgrade his Alchemist level at any time.

When that time came, as long as he refined pills of the corresponding level or lower, he would receive a special buff reward.

Lin Cheng chose to upgrade without hesitation.

The next second, the system showed that his Alchemist level had changed from none to Apprentice Low-Grade.

Lin Cheng estimated that in the system's view, anything below a Yellow Grade Alchemist didn't even count as a real Alchemist; at best, it was just an apprentice.

Next, he was stunned by a line of small text at the bottom of the system.

Buff Bonus (Apprentice Low-Grade): 100% success rate when refining pills of this level; 1-9 quantity multiplier during refining; 30% chance to obtain a Pill Pattern during refining.

Proficiency: 10/100.

A thirty percent chance to generate a Pill Pattern!

This single line alone made Lin Cheng almost jump up in shock!

Not to mention the other miraculous effects.

Having been in this world for many years, mostly flipping through miscellaneous books in the Library Pavilion, his knowledge was far beyond that of an ordinary person.

Lin Cheng naturally understood how immense the value of a Pill Pattern grade pill was!

In this life, other than obtaining pills of this quality through the Sign-in System, he had never even heard of them elsewhere!

Moreover, after testing it himself.

Lin Cheng understood the power of Pill Pattern grade pills better than anyone else. It could be said that even this inconspicuous Qi-Replenishing Pill had a slight effect on him.

Let alone the others.

The effect was simply heaven-defying!

Lin Cheng was overjoyed, thinking to himself, "Finally, I don't have to worry about pills anymore. As long as the materials are sufficient, I can continuously refine Pill Pattern grade pills. This is not a difficult task for me."

"It's a pity that the level of this pill is a bit low. If it were a Yellow Grade pill, being able to raise it to the Pill Pattern grade would be of no small help to me."

Thinking of this, Lin Cheng felt a slight tinge of regret.

To guarantee a high success rate for Pill Pattern-grade pills, he had to raise his Alchemist rank as quickly as possible, which required refining a massive amount of low-level pills to gain proficiency.

"Herbs are the real problem. It's easy enough to get a large quantity of low-level herbs right now; the Jingyun Sect should be able to procure plenty... However, Yellow Grade pill ingredients are much harder to find. Relying solely on myself will be troublesome in the long run. I need to find a solution that benefits everyone."

Lin Cheng was deep in thought.

Suddenly, someone tapped him on the shoulder, jolting him back to reality.

For a dignified Foundation Establishment expert to be so distracted was certainly not a good habit.

"Junior Brother, what are you thinking about?"

He turned his head to see Meng Tangtang looking at him with a grin, asking with concern.

"It's nothing. Oh, right, take this pill."

As he spoke, Lin Cheng casually tossed the incredibly precious pill over, as if he were throwing away a pebble picked up from the roadside.

That nonchalant attitude deeply stung the hearts of the several elders present.

Many who understood the value of the pill felt their eyelids twitch, cursing wildly in their hearts.

How dare you throw something so precious around like that?!

What if you break it!

What a spendthrift, wasting such a heavenly treasure!

"Junior Brother, this is too precious." Meng Tangtang hesitated; although she coveted it, she still firmly tried to hand it back.

This was something her Junior Brother had worked hard to refine, and it would be more useful to him; she couldn't take it!

Seeing Meng Tangtang's hesitation, Lin Cheng waved his hand dismissively and said casually, "Just take it. As long as there are enough materials, I can make as many of these things as I want. They aren't worth much!"

Only Lin Cheng could say something like that.

Seeing that Lin Cheng truly didn't care, Meng Tangtang paused, then happily tucked it away under his urging.

"Thank you, Junior Brother!"

The people nearby were so envious their eyes turned red!

Take the three elders, for example!

They were suffering immensely, jealous to the point of madness!

They wanted such a generous Junior Brother, too!

Forget being a Junior Brother; if he were willing to give them the pills, they would bow to him as their master on the spot!

Besides, being able to apprentice under an Alchemist master capable of refining Pill Pattern pills would be their good fortune; they would be overjoyed.

"What a pity..."

Watching Meng Tangtang put the pill away, the elders slumped, shaking their heads in silence.

It was a lost cause.

Just then, they saw Lin Cheng walking toward them with a beaming smile, making their hearts skip a beat.

It felt as if something major was about to happen.

"Elders, do you want Pill Pattern-grade pills?"

As soon as these words left his mouth, the elders' drooping eyes suddenly lit up. Their hair stood on end and goosebumps broke out across their skin; they were excited to the point of frenzy!

"Could it be that we have a chance too?"

One elder asked immediately, unable to contain his impatience, his tone laced with caution.

Lin Cheng nodded affirmatively, and the elders' eyes grew even brighter!

Just a moment ago, Lin Cheng realized that while he lacked herbs, he could simply have others help him collect them. If all else failed, he could use the refined pills as payment.

In any case, those pills were useless to him; he might as well consider it a contribution to the Jingyun Sect.

At the very least, if the Jingyun Sect grew stronger, he could sign in with more peace of mind in the future.

Given enough time, he would eventually reach the day when he was truly invincible.

When that time came, everything would be simple.

For now, the two parties were in a "cooperative" relationship; a win-win situation was the best outcome.

Lin Cheng spoke with a mysterious air.

"Not only that, but I also have a big deal to offer you!"