Xiao Yan and Zhu Zhuqing entered Star Luo City.
The two looked around and saw that the entire Star Luo City was decorated with lanterns and colorful decorations.
The Dai Family of the Star Luo Empire has spent enormous human and material resources on the upcoming coronation ceremony for the crown prince.
After all, Dai Weisi is now almost a certainty to become the next emperor of the Star Luo Empire.
Since this concerns the royal family's reputation, naturally no one would dare to cause trouble in this matter.
As Xiao Yan and Zhu Zhuqing walked down the street, looking at the bustling scene around them, a complex emotion appeared on Zhu Zhuqing's face.
As a member of the Zhu Family who grew up in the Star Luo Empire, or more specifically, in Star Luo City.
Zhu Zhuqing was actually quite unfamiliar with this city.
The two entered Star Luo City, but did not go to the Spirit Hall, which belonged to the Martial Soul Temple.
Xiao Yan now possesses Qian Renxue's token, giving him a status within the Spirit Hall equal to that of the Martial Soul Temple's bishop.
He doesn't need to go to someone else's territory and live under their roof.
Moreover, Xiao Yan had no idea which individuals within the Martial Soul Temple were lurking in the shadows, plotting against him.
Of course, they wouldn't be foolish enough to offer themselves up.
So after entering the city, Xiao Yan and Zhu Zhuqing strolled around, and finally, at Zhu Zhuqing's suggestion, they checked into the most luxurious Peaceful Restaurant in Star Luo City.
Meanwhile, Xiao Yan's seemingly casual action at the doorway spread in all directions at an astonishing speed.
The words he deliberately uttered cost only a few Silver Soul Coin, yet they could quickly stop bleeding and begin to heal fractures and bleeding wounds after ingestion.
This is a wondrous product that has never been heard of before, yet its effects are immediate.
The word "elder" that Xiong Qianchang used instantly spread throughout the entire Star Luo City.
"The youngest elder of the Spirit Hall "
"Double Ten Thousand Year Soul Ring Soul King "
Xiao Yan's name caused a great stir in Star Luo City.
Whether it was his innate talent and strength, or the Blood Coagulation Powder he brought with him.
Inside the Peaceful Restaurant in the west of the city.
Xiao Yan and Zhu Zhuqing stayed in the room. Zhu Zhuqing stood by the window, her cool gaze sweeping over several pedestrians on the street below who were clearly different from ordinary people. Her eyes occasionally glanced at the spies in the inn.
"We've caused such a commotion as soon as we entered the city; now, all the powerful and influential forces in Star Luo City are probably watching us closely."
"It's alright." Xiao Yan fiddled with the jade bottle in his hand, which contained several bright red Blood Coagulation Powder.
His expression was perfectly calm, even slightly mocking, as he addressed Zhu Zhuqing:
"Isn't Zhu Zhuqing you who said that Peaceful Restaurant has a powerful background, and that the guard Jin Han is extremely protective of the guests' privacy?"
Upon hearing this, Zhu Zhuqing rolled her eyes at Xiao Yan and said:
"You've caused such a commotion, even the Star Luo Imperial Family might not be able to protect you."
Xiao Yan shrugged, the snow-white token given to him by Qian Renxue appeared in his hand, and said:
"Don't worry, the Star Luo Empire doesn't have the guts to openly break ties with the Spirit Hall right now."
"Besides, if we keep it quiet, this investiture ceremony will be the most dangerous thing for both of us."
Now all eyes are on us. Even if the Star Luo Empire wanted to make a move, it wouldn't be so easy."
Zhu Zhuqing closed the window, turned around, walked to the table, sat down, and looked at Xiao Yan with a slight frown:
"Are you really planning to promote this elixir within Star Luo City?"
Zhu Zhuqing never expected that the surprise Xiao Yan had mentioned would actually be this miraculous healing medicine.
Zhu Zhuqing could see Xiong Qianchang's injuries very clearly.
However, after taking the pill given by Xiao Yan, the bleeding stopped and the wound healed within ten breaths.
Although not fully cured, he has recovered to a considerable extent.
Such terrifying healing effects are extremely rare even within the Zhu Family, to which Zhu Zhuqing belongs.
Most importantly, there's the cost that Xiao Yan incurred.
Having grown up in a large family, Zhu Zhuqing naturally understood this very well.
If this elixir is true, it will likely cause chaos throughout the entire Star Luo Empire.
"Why not?"
Xiao Yan held the jade bottle containing the Blood Coagulation Powder in his hand, tossed it up and caught it again, repeating this process, and explained:
"It's likely that Yu Xiaogang has already joined the Spirit Hall. There's been no news about him for the past few months, and we just don't know how far he and Bibi Dong have gone in their honesty."
"If he reveals my secret to Bibi Dong, given His Holiness the Pope's ambition, he will absolutely not let us go."
"Although this Blood Coagulation Powder has amazing effects, it is ultimately only effective for external injuries."
What I need is to use this elixir to make other forces see my value.
Otherwise, if Spirit City makes a move, we won't have time to resist."
Zhu Zhuqing nodded upon hearing this.
"Then we need to be Xiao Xin. After all, this is the core of the Star Luo Empire. Although the Spirit Hall is powerful, it also has many constraints."
The interests of the Imperial Family, nobles, the military, and those powerful Soul Master families are intertwined.
The appearance of this Blood Coagulation Powder will affect the interests of too many people.
Especially within Star Luo City, those forces that rely on selling precious healing herbs and hiring healing-type Soul Master.
Zhu Zhuqing did not object to Xiao Yan's arrangement in the slightest.
Instead, they began to help Xiao Yan analyze the pros and cons of the matter and the forces that might get involved.
"It is precisely because of the entangled interests that the waters are so muddy."
"It's easier to fish in troubled waters."
Xiao Yan paused, then lightly tapped the table with his fingertips:
"The prelude at the city gate has been laid, and we'll wait until the first batch of pills is released."
I need to make them understand that I have more than just the Blood Coagulation Powder.
And make it clear to them that only I can reliably provide it.
Only by firmly imprinting this impression in their minds will they be likely to stand on our side when faced with enormous benefits.
Just as Xiao Yan and Zhu Zhuqing were talking, Xiao Yan suddenly turned his head to look at the door.
Immediately afterwards, there was a gentle knock on the door.
Zhu Zhuqing looked at Xiao Yan, and seeing him nod, she turned around and opened the door.
Inside the restaurant, a shrewd-looking middle-aged man who appeared to be the manager appeared at the entrance, bowed respectfully to Xiao Yan and his group, and said:
"Distinguished guests, there is a guest downstairs who claims to be the manager of the Hundred Herbs Pavilion. He wishes to see you, saying he has important matters to discuss."
As soon as the steward finished speaking, Zhu Zhuqing explained to Xiao Yan:
" Hundred Herbs Pavilion is one of the largest medicinal herb merchants in Star Luo City, with a rather complex background, having dealings with several Soul Grandmaster families and the military."
Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan narrowed his eyes, paused for a moment, and then spoke to the steward:
"Then please have someone arrange a seat for us. I'll be there shortly."
"Yes." The manager nodded in agreement and said:
"Then let's make arrangements for our two distinguished guests in the reception room on the third floor."
" Hundred Herbs Pavilion... it seems the first group of people who mobilized for the elixirs are getting restless."
Xiao Yan, with a slight smile on his face, stood up, straightened his robes, and said:
"Let me see these local bullies, and just how deep the waters of Star Luo City really are."