Chapter 303 - 213: Two Essences in One Cauldron, Low-key Fame
Chapter 303: Chapter 213: Two Essences in One Cauldron, Low-key Fame
This person’s new assignment was to oversee all procurement and sales in the Marketplace of the New District.
Deng Changsheng couldn’t help but sigh. ’Cultivators with backing are truly different. No matter how serious their mistakes, they always get a chance to make a comeback.’
But for cultivators without a background, a single mistake could get them crushed, with no chance to start over.
That’s why they were all so cautious, as if treading on thin ice.
"Brother Qian, I raise my cup to you. To experience such ups and downs yet still stabilize your state of mind and break through to Foundation Establishment... I am truly impressed," Deng Changsheng said with great emotion, raising his cup for a toast.
"Younger Brother Deng, you have a point there. I’ve had unfulfilled ambitions and struggled hard. I’ve lived a life of debauchery and acted recklessly. But in the end, the prodigal son has returned, and I can continue on my Immortal Path!"
Qian Fusheng chuckled, also feeling emotional. Then he added, "Oh, right, my uncle also changed my name. I’m now called ’Qian Fusheng.’ It means my old self has passed away, and I have been granted a new life."
"A fine name. It sheds the past while heralding the future," Deng Changsheng praised, going along with the conversation.
"Younger Brother Deng hits the nail on the head. Unlike those ignorant fools in the Daoist Sect who are completely unlearned and can’t grasp the true meaning of this name."
Qian Fusheng slapped his forehead, his eyes brightening as he agreed repeatedly. He then looked at Deng Changsheng. "Younger Brother Deng, didn’t you also break through to Foundation Establishment? You must have had some fortuitous encounter, right? Come on, tell me about it."
Deng Changsheng immediately recounted his experiences, selecting and emphasizing some of the more difficult parts.
Just as he expected, this elicited surprise and emotion from Qian Fusheng, as well as a secretly growing sense of superiority.
"I never would have thought Younger Brother Deng had suffered so much all these years. It seems your hard work has finally paid off. Once you reach Foundation Establishment, the world opens up," Qian Fusheng said comfortingly.
"That may be true, but I’ve run into a problem..." Deng Changsheng sighed, a troubled look on his face.
"What do you mean?" Qian Fusheng asked, surprised. He added magnanimously, "Younger Brother Deng, feel free to tell me. Let’s see if I can help..."
Hearing this, Deng Changsheng immediately revealed his difficulty in purchasing Essence Blood. As he spoke, he sighed, weaving into his words a clear sense of envy for Qian Fusheng’s connections and abilities.
"Is that all? It’s just a bit of Essence Blood. Younger Brother Deng, you don’t need to worry. I can help you solve part of the problem."
Qian Fusheng laughed heartily and waved his hand, signaling his willingness to help.
"Thank you," Deng Changsheng said, immediately cupping his hands. ’Even if he only said he could solve part of the problem, it was better than nothing.’
...
And just like that, Deng Changsheng obtained a type of Muddy Evil Level Essence Blood from him.
Qian Fusheng’s method was simple. He fabricated a buyer for Medicinal Materials and Essence Blood, using the name of a clan under the jurisdiction of the Cyan Mist Temple.
Using the authority he held over the Daoist Sect’s support funds, he transferred a batch of Essence Blood to "that clan" at a Low Tier price, but in reality, it all ended up in Deng Changsheng’s hands.
And Deng Changsheng, for his part, paid a significant premium for the Essence Blood.
In other words, Qian Fusheng was profiting from both ends.
On one side, he took the support from the Cyan Mist Temple; on the other, he took the premium from Deng Changsheng.
This back-and-forth transaction netted him a handsome profit.
Deng Changsheng then asked if he could also purchase other types of Demon Beast Essence Blood, but this time, he was sternly refused.
Apparently, the previous reckless attempt to extract the Eclipse Crow’s Essence Blood, which ended in him getting caught, had made Qian Fusheng much more cautious.
’Can’t reach out in too many directions at once and try to get rich overnight. It has to be a slow and steady stream, a long-term plan.’
’Even with backing, it’s best not to let people get even a glimpse of the Celestial Palace. Secrecy is paramount.’
This became Qian Fusheng’s fundamental principle, one he strictly followed.
In this New District, the volume of goods moving in and out every day was enormous. A little skimming wouldn’t be easily noticed, and with his current strength and background, it was easy to cover his tracks.
But if he pulled off a big job all at once, it would be impossible to hide. He would surely be punished and lose his post as a result.
Although he’d likely come out of it unscathed in the end, it would probably make his uncle lose face, which was absolutely unacceptable.
There was a limit to this, a line he was now slowly getting a feel for.
Therefore, in the face of Deng Changsheng’s request, he remained firm and unyielding, refusing to budge or agree.
...
During this time, Deng Changsheng returned to the Floating Immortal City once.
He brought back over a hundred portions of Essence Blood and left again carrying even more Spirit Stones.
This time, he would only return after fulfilling one of two conditions: either collecting the amount of Essence Blood Lin Changheng required, or spending five years away.
To this end, Deng Changsheng even took a relevant Daoist Oath, cutting off any possibility of him running away with the large sum of Spirit Stones.
Seeing this, Lin Changheng was very satisfied internally, but on the surface, he said it wasn’t necessary. At that moment, the master and servant put on an act of profound mutual devotion.
Its authenticity was questionable, but it was very practical.
At the very least, both of them felt either pleased or relieved.
...
As for the Seven-Star Spirit Moon Grass needed for refining the Foundation Establishment Pill, that too was procured.
Its source was something even Lin Changheng hadn’t expected.
It was actually a True Inheritance Disciple from the core circle of the Immortal City.
It wasn’t the True Inheritance Disciple Bai Hengwan, but her senior sister, who was also a True Inheritance Disciple.
This senior sister gave off a completely different impression from the spiritually refined and courteous Bai Hengwan.
This woman had a high-bridged nose, and her thin lips were pale in color. She wore a deep-purple Magic Robe, its style simple and clean with no excessive ornamentation. Her figure was tall and straight, not the delicate and frail type. She exuded a cold, sharp, heroic aura, as well as the natural disposition of someone long accustomed to a position of authority.
But when she looked at Lin Changheng, much of that sharpness receded, her expression changing slightly to appear more friendly.
This woman was also at the Middle Stage of Foundation Establishment, and she held just such a Spirit Medicine in her hand.
She had come to his door personally to request he refine a Pill.