Chapter 883: Chapter 488: Invitation
Yu Ancestor was not surprised at Ancestor Zhang Kaiâs visit to Li Shiming once more, for he knew that Ancestor Zhang Kai owed Li Shiming for the alchemy remuneration.
However, he was still somewhat taken aback when he saw the Nascent Soul Cultivator accompanying Ancestor Zhang Kai.
One couldnât blame him for not recognizing Master Jiang Hong; even for Nascent Soul Cultivators of medium-sized sects, it was exceedingly rare to meet Master Jiang Hong.
As one of the top three Alchemy Masters of the Ten Thousand Beast Sect, his status was exceptionally noble, not someone whom Nascent Soul Ancestors outside the four major sects could meet as they wished.
Yu Ancestor assumed Master Jiang Hong too came to seek alchemy from Li Shiming, and though he was somewhat reluctant in his heart, believing it was poaching his business.
He regarded introducing alchemy to Li Shiming as a business endeavor, preparing to utilize this matter well to make Wuqing Mountain famous.
Otherwise, why would he go to such great lengths, gifting a Fourth-grade Fire Phoenix Treasure Tripod?
Ancestor Zhang Kai did not introduce Master Jiang Hong; if any cultivators knew that Master Jiang Hong came to visit Li Shiming, it would indeed generate a significant impact. Concealing Master Jiang Hongâs identity was the best choice.
With the mindset of âout of sight, out of mind,â Yu Ancestor left after leading Ancestor Zhang Kai and Master Jiang Hong to the outside of Li Shimingâs cave mansion. Of course, the fact that Ancestor Zhang Kai showed intentions of wanting to meet Li Shiming alone was also very important.
âAncestor Zhang, and this esteemed ancestor, please come in!â Li Shiming warmly greeted Ancestor Zhang Kai upon seeing him.
Of course, he was enthusiastic; after all, they were here to deliver a resource for his Nascent Soul advancement, something he desperately needed.
âHaha, sorry to disturb Master Li!â Ancestor Zhang Kai said with a laugh, making a gesture for Master Jiang Hong to go ahead first.
Li Shiming, seeing this scene, slightly narrowed his eyes.
Who was Ancestor Zhang Kai? He was a Nascent Soul Ancestor of the Ten Thousand Beast Sect.
And Master Jiang Hong was evidently also a cultivator at the Nascent Soul Early Stage, sharing the same cultivation level as Ancestor Zhang Kai. Considering Ancestor Zhang Kaiâs attitude, Master Jiang Hongâs identity must be quite extraordinary.
While pondering, Li Shiming returned to the main hall of the cave mansion, where he and the two Nascent Soul Ancestors took their seats as host and guests.
âMaster Li, this is the remuneration for the alchemy last time. I apologize for the delay in delivering it!â Ancestor Zhang Kai took out a jade bottle and handed it over as he spoke.
Li Shiming accepted the jade bottle with a smile, glanced inside, and discovered it contained a Fourth-grade Spirit Pill.
This should be the resource for advancing to the Nascent Soul stage prepared by the Ten Thousand Beast Sect for the Great Elder. This Fourth-grade Spirit Pillâs name was unknown, but its quality had reached the intermediate level.
When he was on the Beishu Continent, he didnât think much of it, as the Fourth-grade Spirit Pills he refined at that time were all of high-grade quality, so he didnât have a strong sense of the quality of a Fourth-grade Spirit Pill.
But after arriving at the Dongqi Continent, upon truly understanding the level at which normal Alchemy Masters refine Fourth-grade Spirit Pills, he discovered that achieving intermediate quality in a Fourth-grade Spirit Pill was already very difficult.
Therefore, when he refined a Fourth Grade Detoxification Spirit Pill for Ancestor Zhang Kai last time, he intentionally elevated its quality to the intermediate level to increase his own value.
âForgive my ignorance, what is the name of this Spirit Pill? And what are its effects?â Li Shiming, not pretending to understand what he didnât, asked aloud.
âThis is the âEight-direction Ascension Pillâ, to be taken at the beginning of Nascent Soul advancement to consolidate spiritual power more effectively!â The one who answered was Master Jiang Hong; this âEight-direction Ascension Pillâ was indeed refined by him.
Joy appeared in Li Shimingâs eyes, as he possessed five Golden Cores, and this âEight-direction Ascension Pillâ could precisely address the issue of consolidating spiritual power resources during the early stage of his Nascent Soul advancement.
âMaster Li, you donât know the âEight-direction Ascension Pillâ, so it seems you are not an Alchemy Master from this continent!â Master Jiang Hong continued.
Li Shiming was momentarily stunned, but he was not worried, having spent so much time on the Dongqi Continent, knowing that the Dongqi Continent had an open attitude towards outsiders.
The Dongqi Continent had to remain open because there were quite a few cross-continental forces on the continent, making any attempt to seal off the continent absolutely impossible.
âYes, I encountered some trouble and came over here!â Li Shiming did not provide much explanation.
âIâve seen the Spirit Pills you have refined, and you deliberately suppressed your own alchemical prowess, may I ask why?â Master Jiang Hong further inquired.
âAncestor, you are also an Alchemy Master?â Li Shiming looked up at Master Jiang Hong, noticing some hints and couldnât help but ask in return.
Though Master Jiang Hongâs robe inherently had a self-cleaning function, leaving no residual elixir scent on him, years of alchemy practice had left some distinct signs that only an Alchemy Master could perceive.
âJiang Hong, an Alchemy Master of the Ten Thousand Beast Sect, has met Master Li!â Master Jiang Hong smiled and offered a courteous bow, reintroducing himself.
âLoose Cultivator Li Shizhen greets Master Jiang Hong!â Li Shiming also solemnly returned a bow and said.
It was his first encounter with an Alchemy Master at the Nascent Soul Stage.
Itâs said that Alchemy Masters at the Nascent Soul Early Stage could already refine all fourth-grade Spirit Pills and, if such an Alchemy Master appeared on the Beishu Continent, would nearly be the pinnacle of Alchemy Masters.
âMaster Li, I heard you used a Third-grade Pill Furnace to brew Fourth Grade Spirit Tea, may I have the honor to taste it?â Master Jiang Hong smiled as he requested from Li Shiming.
Li Shiming also smiled, as this was a test for him, and he definitely needed to take it up.
The reason he refined Mid-level Fourth Grade Spirit Pills, wasnât it to gain the attention of the Ten Thousand Beast Sect?
Being in this Cultivation World, without a strong background, exposing too much ability would be a path to self-destruction.