First Time Making Medicine, Supreme Labor-Strength Pills (3/3)

It was afternoon.

Xu Changqing rode the Big-Leaf Grass towards the [Spirit Field Core Administration Office].

Since I'm just idling around anyway, I might as well gather all the medicinal ingredients needed for [Stamina Pill].

There are only three ways to obtain it.

1. Exchange points with the Immortal Sect.

II. Issuing transaction tasks.

Third, purchase from someone who has medicinal herbs.

Clearly, Xu Changqing currently has no way to purchase the medicine.

Therefore, only two other options remain.

Regardless of the type, one must go to the Core Administration Office.

Along the way, Xu Changqing saw many Spirit Farmer and Spirit Fields.

For them, the third-quarter planting season had only just begun less than a month ago.

The rice seedlings in the Spirit Fields were all a tender, vibrant green.

They look youthful and energetic.

Not long after, Xu Changqing arrived at Flat-Top Mountain and saw the familiar palace.

Because of regulations, Big-Leaf Grass cannot be planted directly on it.

Therefore, he could only go down to the foot of the mountain and then climb up the steps one by one.

Fortunately, the mountain wasn't very high. When we reached the top, a familiar face came towards us.

Who?

"Junior Brother Xu?" Zhang Su asked in surprise.

Xu Changqing was also surprised and quickly bowed, saying, "Senior Brother Zhang!"

This person had helped me when I first joined the Spirit Field Core.

Therefore, even if they are cousins of Zhang Er.

Even under Zhang Er's instigation, the two ended their cooperation prematurely.

But Xu Changqing had no complaints about this person at all.

Zhang Su chuckled, "Junior Brother Xu, it's been a year since we last met, hasn't it?"

He couldn't help but look him up and down.

A year later.

The person in front of me looks exactly the same as when he first arrived.

He was dressed in a formal disciple's robe.

He was wearing a brown conical hat.

He had an honest and simple appearance.

Xu Changqing nodded. "Yes."

At this moment, Zhang Su warmly stepped forward, placing a hand on his shoulder. "Junior Brother Xu, the medicinal herbs in my Spirit Fields are almost ripe. Would you like to come and help?"

Xu Changqing paused, then hesitated before saying, "But..."

Zhang Su understood immediately and said, "My cousin Zhang Er has been missing for more than half a year."

In fact, everyone thought he was dead.

If Zhang Er were still alive, out of consideration for their relatives...

He definitely won't seek a second collaboration with Xu Changqing.

But now, with Zhang Er's fate unknown, it's naturally irrelevant.

It's better to hire Spirit Farmer you already know than someone you don't know well.

Xu Changqing didn't reply to this, but instead looked surprised and asked, "Zhang Er still hasn't been found?"

Zhang Su shook her head. "Probably not."

Xu Changqing thought to himself, "There's no way I'd find it!"

Let's not talk about him anymore.

Zhang Su didn't want to waste time on a dead man, so he extended an invitation. "Junior Brother Xu, would you be willing to cooperate with your senior brother again?"

"Well... as you know, I'm helping Senior Brother Li Lingbi, so there might be a time conflict." Xu Changqing didn't agree immediately, but instead hesitated slightly.

Zhang Su nodded quickly. "I understand, I understand. As a core disciple, Li Lingbi will definitely help him first."

If the junior brother has the time, helping his senior brother shouldn't be a problem, right?

Of course, the pay will definitely be more than before!

Xu Changqing had been waiting for these words, so he grinned and said, "As long as the timing doesn't conflict, I'm certainly willing to help my senior brother harvest the Spirit Plant."

"Good."

Zhang Su's eyes lit up, and he immediately took out one of his Communication Talisman and handed it over. "I'll let you know in advance when I need your help, junior brother."

Xu Changqing quickly took it. "Okay."

Then, Zhang Su patted him on the shoulder and walked down the steps.

Xu Changqing looked at the other person's bulky back and seemed to be deep in thought.

I have a feeling that this person's attitude has changed.

Previously, the hierarchical relationship between superiors and subordinates was clearly perceptible.

He appeared to be smiling, but there was no warmth in his eyes.

But this time is different.

Their eyes, attitude, and tone all became very polite.

There was even a hint of... ingratiation?

Afterwards, Xu Changqing put Zhang Su's Communication Talisman into his Small Storage Bag and turned to walk towards the palace.

Before long, all the medicinal materials needed to brew [Stamina Pill] were purchased.

After greeting Flower Elder, he left without stopping and returned to his wooden house.

The medicinal herbs are now ready.

Next, all you need to do is learn how to make [Stamina Pill].

Therefore, he took out the Pill Formula and began to read it in depth.

Shortly after, the attribute panel changed.

[Initiation Stamina Pill ↑]

Effect 1: Energy boost +10%

Effect 2: Hunger -10%

[Would you like to consume 6 years of your lifespan to upgrade Stamina Pill to the Masterful Hand?]

"Yes." Xu Changqing readily agreed.

Various experiences, techniques, and insights regarding Stamina Pill have emerged.

Through the process of absorption, one gradually understands, becomes proficient, and ultimately masters it completely.

[Remaining lifespan: 412 years]

[The "Masterful Hand" Stamina Pill]

Effect 1: Energy boost +30%

Effect 2: Increases Qi and Blood by 10%

Effect 3: Hunger -40%

Special effects: Long-term use can enhance physical fitness.

Because it is the most common type of pill, its effects are not remarkable.

Even if you reach the Masterful Tier and activate special effects, it only enhances your physical constitution.

This might not mean much to Xu Changqing.

But for those Rogue Cultivators who hunt monsters every day...

Having this on you can not only relieve fatigue but also boost your energy.

One pill is all you need to eat for the whole day.

And, most importantly...

With it, you can last longer than others when you're escaping.

In other words, the chances of survival increase significantly.

"Interesting." Xu Changqing chuckled.

He immediately took out everything he needed from his Small Storage Bag.

Each of them is a decoction pot.

A stone mill for crushing medicinal herbs.

One hundred kilograms of common wild honey.

Four common medicinal herbs:

Five-year-old ginseng.

Astragalus root aged 3 years.

Two-year-old yams.

One-year-old licorice.

The ratio is:

1 mace of ginseng

2 qian of Astragalus

1 qian of yam

2 qian of licorice

This is just for practice, so there's not much of it.

Xu Changqing immediately began cleaning the medicinal herbs.

Place it in clean spring water.

Use a soft brush to remove any residue from the surface.

Next, slice it using a knife.

Next, it is put into a stone mill and ground into powder.

Then use a sieve to remove the impurities and coarse powder.

Once prepared, put it into a decoction pot and boil it.

This step is crucial and tests one's control over the Spirit Fire.

If it were the Xu Changqing of the past, he definitely wouldn't have been able to handle it.

It's very likely that all the medicinal herbs will be charred.

It might even blow up the stove again.

Fortunately, I learned the [Blazing-Oil Method] and even reached the highest level.

Therefore, their control over the Spirit Fire has become extremely meticulous.

Which place has the highest temperature?

Which place has a low temperature?

They can all anticipate problems and take immediate remedial action.

Once it becomes a liquid, before it cools down, quickly add honey to bind it together.

It gradually transformed from a pool of brown liquid into a lump resembling a dough ball.

Only then is the first step truly complete.

Let's move on to the second step.

Place it in the mold and roll it up and down while pressing it firmly.

It wasn't until it was reduced to tiny pills that it was truly over.

Through Xu Changqing's tireless efforts, a total of four Stamina Pills were harvested, each weighing approximately 7 grams, and without exception, all of them were of the highest quality!!!