His First Time Was Gone

Lü Yuan didn't waste any more time choosing a location for the shop, since he wouldn't have to do any work there himself afterward.

Therefore, after inspecting the place, he immediately signed the rental agreement.

Then comes a series of procedures.

During this process, Lü Yuan also took the opportunity to use his existing privileges to issue a license to Lin Qi and Wang Yan respectively.

Having this means that they can achieve a certain degree of financial freedom during their primary school years through this part-time job.

Even if you don't supply the goods yourself, it's still the same; just look at the grade leaders in fifth and sixth grade of elementary school.

With this certificate, you can sell air from lower-grade students to shops and make a nice profit on the difference.

However, Lü Yuan had no intention of competing with them for business; otherwise, he wouldn't have needed to rent a shop specifically for that purpose.

Besides, what money do lower grades have? If you're going to make money, make money from upper grades and even junior high school students who are qualified to come here.

"Hmm--99% perfect, a rare find!"

Not long after, in the No. 12 shop on the first commercial street of the Dark Air Realm, in the shop that had been vacant before and was now chosen by Lü Yuan.

The professionals who checked the air quality and provided a reference price simply took a light sniff of the high-quality air from the Ancient Immortal Cultivation Realm inside the air bag.

Then a professional evaluation was given.

"New, undeniably new, such fresh air is rarely something that can be extracted through Embryonic Breathing..."

"It's as if it was collected in a completely natural and unpolluted environment."

"Without a doubt, the unit price can definitely be set at the high end."

The processes within the Dark Air Realm are highly standardized, especially pricing, which is entirely determined by the company's tangible influence.

This is why the goods that Lü Yuan is about to sell are currently undergoing quality inspection.

Of course, even if his goods are substandard, Gu Lü around him will not be oblivious to the situation.

Even Gu Lü himself hadn't expected that the goods Lü Yuan brought out would actually be so pure.

His subordinates had no idea about his background.

It's rare to see them give such high praise; even among junior high school students, very few could do that.

Are there specific Law Technique used for this purpose?

This is the advantage of having Top-Grade Pseudo Spirit Root; even without Li Yelan's background, there is a predecessor to refer to.

Therefore, without needing Lü Yuan's explanation, he had already convinced himself of the Gu Lü regarding recognizing a Top-Grade Pseudo Spirit Root:

"Just like Fu Lu back then?"

Thinking this way, and out of curiosity, he went up and tried it himself.

Holy crap...

This thing is too innocent!

Why does this feel even better than Fu Lu gave us back then?

It also has a natural fragrance that's quite intoxicating.

Under Lü Yuan's gaze, Gu Lü pondered for a moment after taking a deep breath, then asked someone to bring over some equally high-quality air for comparison.

Of course, in return, he gave Lü Yuan a gift as well, but Lü Yuan politely declined it.

"I only sell this stuff, I don't touch it."

Lü Yuan tapped his temple. "Please forgive me, although clean air is beneficial for improving Embryonic Breathing, I don't really like the feeling of my thinking becoming sluggish."

"I see. I made the decision on my own without considering the consequences."

Not Gu Lü to make things difficult for Lü Yuan, he simply started comparing the differences between the two documents on his own.

The advantages and disadvantages are obvious.

Saying that Lü Yuan's goods were high-end was probably an understatement.

This is practically comparable to the highest grade of air that only Qi Refinement cultivators can refine.

Gu Lü slowly offered his assessment. "Such pure goods are indeed rare; even high-end goods can't compare."

"Alright then, although you're not Qi Refinement cultivator yet, I'll take the lead and give you the highest-grade pricing and endorsement."

"And if you'd like, you can start operating tonight."

As Lü Yuan had Gu Lü, he still feigned surprise and expressed his gratitude.

As he bowed his head to express his gratitude, Lü Yuan noticed that the right leg of the dignified Foundation Establishment Peak in front of him trembled involuntarily.

Even when waving goodbye to the people and leaving, his movements were somewhat stiff.

"You rascal, I'm telling you, has word somehow gotten out that you went to see that person at the Bright Yang Tower?"

After the Gu Lü figure disappeared into the distance, Lin Qi, who had been silent for a long time, finally spoke again.

"This is Foundation Establishment cultivator, one of the elite in our Lower City!"

She leaned on Lü Yuan's right shoulder, her words revealing her surprise.

Wang Yan also chose to speak out and clear his name of suspicion.

He leaned on Lü Yuan's left shoulder, his words full of innocence. "Let me make this clear beforehand, although you told me about this, I definitely didn't tell anyone—"

With his hands restrained, Lü Yuan said helplessly, "This has nothing to do with you. As for the reason..."

"Don't ask questions you shouldn't ask."

"And what are you two standing there for? The shop is already there, and it's been renovated long ago. Hurry up and get everything ready for tonight's opening!"

One of them, feeling helpless, kicked them to break free.

Lü Yuan continued, "Let me make it clear beforehand that the goods I provide are of perfect quality and quantity."

"But if you can't make money because of your laziness, then I really should take control of you!"

Upon hearing this, Wang Yan slowly raised his hand. "But isn't this price a bit too high? Even if our goods are good, will anyone actually buy them?"

"Should we add some product to the exhaust fumes and then adopt a strategy of low profit margins and high sales volume?"

When he made his suggestion, he pointed to the pricing that had left him momentarily dizzy.

After roughly estimating the potential profits, he had to admit that his previous part-time job was on the roadside.

And now, Elder Hun has started drawing circles on the necklace with a delicate touch.

"There's no need for that." Before Lü Yuan could give an answer, Lin Qi spoke first.

Although she didn't know much about the Dark Air Realm before, she still remembered the uses of air.

"Those junior high school students who are close to Qi Refinement desperately need extremely pure air to aid their cultivation."

"They wouldn't care about the price; they'd probably buy it even if it were a bit more expensive to help them break through to Qi Refinement— "

Wang Yan, who was ignorant in this regard, nodded, while Lü Yuan, after being reminded by Lin Qi, thought of another possibility.

If there are no limits on the quantity, wouldn't some people try to buy up all the goods that are publicly offered and then resell them?

Although you can replenish yourself in unlimited quantities, it's still better to take it out in batches.

As Lin Qi and Wang Yan transported the goods from Storage Bag they had recently bought specifically to store air.

Lü Yuan pondered this problem alone, ultimately trying to avoid such a possible outcome.

As night fell, before the first day of business, he added to the two of them:

"By the way, to prevent our goods from being snapped up and then resold at a higher price by others before we can replenish them in time..."

"After opening, we'll also add a rule limiting the number of people allowed per visit--"

"But let's skip it today. After all, we need to go back and do some research to figure out the appropriate quantity."

Lin Qi and Wang Yan did not object.

After all, those two have simply gotten away with it by default; what right do they have to refute it?

Moreover, the influx of Spirit Stone Voucher after the opening further silenced their complaints.

Even when the goods they brought were completely sold out in just two hours by the crowds.

After calculating the turnover, and with everyone entitled to a quarter of it, Lin Qi and Wang Yan chose to pledge their loyalty to Lü Yuan on the spot.

They sincerely stated, "There can't be two suns in the sky. As long as you don't mind, from now on, you'll be the only one in our hearts."

Lü Yuan reluctantly agreed.

Then he keenly realized that, judging from their expressions, they seemed about to shower him with gold coins!

However, Lü Yuan didn't expect that Lin Qi would be the first to get a gold coin, and that she would get one before even returning home.

While Wang Yan was paying business tax at the end of the street, Lü Yuan, who was standing in front of the shop, noticed Lin Qi tugging at his sleeve from behind.

"You rascal, come in here, I have something to tell you..."

After struggling for a day, Lin Qi, with mixed feelings, finally decided to confess her deeper secret to Lü Yuan.

"Is there something you can't say in public?"

Lü Yuan had already realized that his manipulation had succeeded. He forcibly suppressed the smirk that was creeping up his lips and asked in a nonchalant tone.

In response to Lü Yuan's question, Lin Qi gave a vague explanation. "I have a secret to tell you, but this must not be heard by anyone else..."

After saying that, she pulled Lü Yuan into the dark room where the lights were off, and Lü Yuan's body honestly did not resist.

All those months of hard work were for this moment, and he was also looking forward to what surprises Lin Qi might bring him next.

"What exactly happened?" After being pulled into the small dark room, Lü Yuan asked in a tone that pretended he really couldn't do anything about it.

Then, he was stunned by what Lin Qi said next.

"Your swordsmanship has been stuck at the Sword Light for quite some time now, unable to make any progress, let alone achieve Sword-Ray— "

Lin Qi's tone had never been so serious and solemn before; she even wondered if she had lost her mind.

You must understand, this is a secret she never revealed even when facing the Five Dharmas Grand True Person in her previous life, and now she's going to tell Lü Yuan.

But she didn't back down; instead, she continued soberly:

"Although I don't know why you insist on practicing that swordsmanship, which I don't even know is first or second grade, I can help you advance..."

Do you believe me?

After she finished speaking, her eyes met Lü Yuan's.

Entry...

I knew you still had the Burning Instruction to hand over!

Although Lü Yuan was somewhat puzzled, he didn't show too much excitement and simply spoke in his usual tone:

"Why didn't you tell me sooner that you had this method... As for whether I believe you or not, what do you think?"

Then he asked, "Speaking of which, what is your method, and how exactly does it help?"

Lin Qi closed her eyes, and after a long while, she finally made up her mind: "Come closer—"

Lü Yuan took a step closer.

She opened her eyes and whispered, "Closer..."

Lü Yuan then took another step forward, and the two of them were now almost touching.

He finally expressed his confusion. "What exactly are you trying to do...?"

The next moment, Lü Yuan was speechless, because he saw the girl in front of him stand on tiptoe.

Somewhat soft--

That was his first reaction.