Chapter 735 - 578: Obtaining the Pill Formula
Ji An put away the Jade Slip and came to the side of the Thunder-Attracting Grass. Watching the plant grow vigorously, a smile appeared at the corner of his mouth.
The top of the plant had produced seeds resembling Mimi Grass, and it wouldn’t be long before new Spirit Grass could be planted.
The Thunder-Attracting Grass could absorb the free-state substances released by lightning. Ji An often practiced Thunder Technique nearby because he believed it promoted the growth of Spirit Plants.
He felt very fortunate to own a Little World now; such an opportunity, few in the Cultivation Realm would possess, equivalent to having a mobile base.
Those Major Sects should have similar Little Worlds as part of their heritage, but ultimately, they belong to the Sect, whereas the Gourd World is entirely his own.
Plus, with the Heaven and Earth Spirit Tree and Gathering Essence Tree planted, perhaps the Sect’s Little World can’t match his in potential.
In the future, as more High-tier Spirit Plants grew in the Little World, it could fully support his high-speed cultivation mode.
As long as he got the Pill Formula, his growth rate would be in no way inferior to that of the Core Disciples bearing the Nascent Soul legacy of Major Sect, or even exceed them.
He returned under the Gathering Essence Tree, lay on the chair, and quickly fell asleep.
...
As night fell, the Immortal City became dazzlingly bright; after midnight, it would merge with the night, returning to stillness.
In the Certification Association, Feiyun Zhenren scraped off some powder of the Fire Element Pill, used her finger to dip it, and placed it at her nose, activating the Secret Technique.
Her family specialized in Alchemy for generations, mastering a Nasal Technique capable of identifying the components of pills.
Of course, she could only identify the components with larger dosages.
"I actually identified the smell of Pine Nuts, and its intensity is the strongest, indicating that the main herb is Pine Nuts, the unique fragrance of Red Cloud Pine Seeds."
She murmured, noting that there aren’t many pills using Pine Nuts as the main ingredient, and High-tier Elixirs are even rarer.
Because very few Red Cloud Pines can grow to Tier Three or higher, the cost-effectiveness of planting them is low; it’s better to plant Spirit Medicine or other more potential tree species.
Feiyun Zhenren continued activating the Secret Technique to identify the herbs within, "Silver Soul Flower... Guiyuan Grass..."
A joyful smile appeared on her face, having identified four main ingredients, all fairly common Spirit Plants, only with high age requirements.
Finding a Blank Jade Slip, she recorded the herbs’ names.
Leaving the room to the adjacent one, she handed the Fire Element Pill to the Cultivator waiting outside:
"Thank you for your patience, Qinghua Daoist Master. Here is the pill that needs its effects tested; you should compare its medicinal power and the amount of Pill Poison, with Spirit Rhinoceros Quenching Essence Pill as the benchmark."
Qinghua Daoist Master was a Second-Layer Golden Core cultivator, specifically trained by the association to test the efficacy of pills.
Their Cultivation Technique is very particular, making them very sensitive to pills, able to discern many subtle situations.
"You give me too much credit, it’s my job, so why talk about waiting long?"
The female cultivator replied with a smile, taking the pill with her delicate fingers, the red Pill appeared even more translucent against her skin.
The Cultivation Technique they practiced isn’t good for combat, and their Magical Power isn’t thick, but they’re excellent at maintaining their bodies, with an effect similar to taking a Beauty Pill.
For many female cultivators, just this aspect made them highly regard the Cultivation Technique.
She lightly parted her lips, swallowed the pill, then sat cross-legged on the white Pudun, beginning to activate her Cultivation Technique.
Feiyun Zhenren didn’t leave; she stayed to observe the reactions to see if there were any other abnormalities, which is an important part of the evaluation.
Several double hours later, Qinghua Daoist Master opened her eyes, softly saying:
"The effect of the pill is good, but I feel there’s room for improvement.
The effect of this pill is about 45% of the ordinary quality Spirit Rhinoceros Quenching Essence Pill, and the Pill Poison is only 30% of the Spirit Rhinoceros Quenching Essence Pill.
The downside is that the pill has a slightly heavy fire dryness characteristic, which will increase the burden on the Immortal Vein and cause slight restlessness when operating the Cultivation Technique.
If this drawback can be solved, it would be perfect."
She combined her personal experience to give a fair assessment.
Feiyun Zhenren smiled and nodded; she also observed that when the other party used the Cultivation Technique, her skin would turn ruddy, but it was harmless.
"Thank you for testing, Daoist Master. If this type of pill appeared on the market, would you be willing to buy it?"
"Of course, I would; unlike you, lack of pills during cultivation is very troubling for me."
Feiyun Zhenren chuckled, "Speaking of business, you understand my point. If such pills were priced at 30-40% of the Spirit Rhinoceros Quenching Essence Pill, would you buy them often?"
"I will," Qinghua Daoist Master nodded without hesitation.
She paused, then tentatively asked:
"Is this a new Pill Formula researched by the steward?"
The steward likes to research various Pill Formulas and is eager to find alternative Spirit Medicine in place of costly ingredients.
They have achieved many results, improving several Pill Formulas, though they previously dealt only with Tier One and Tier Two Pills.
Feiyun Zhenren gently shook her head, "The test is over; Daoist, please go back and rest."
...
At 5:00 AM the next day, Ji An awoke from his sleep, took a stroll, and then sat cross-legged to begin cultivation.
Half an hour later, he left the Little World and rode the clouds to the Cloud Sea Immortal City.
When he landed in front of the Certification Association, he found Feiyun Zhenren stepping out, and couldn’t help but feel a slight joy:
"Daoist, have you come to greet me specifically?"
If so, it means that his Pill Formula has been recognized by the other party.
The other party is in charge of the Alchemist section of the Certification Association in Cloud Sea Immortal City; as long as she approves, selling the Pill Formula isn’t an issue.
Feiyun Zhenren smiled and nodded, transmitting her thoughts:
"After testing, I believe your Pill Formula has great potential. This is not a suitable place to talk; please come with me."