Chapter 846: Chapter 4 The Secret of the Divine Beast Chapter 846: Chapter 4 The Secret of the Divine Beast The new spirit food recipe held great allure for every cultivator in the Spirit Food Department.
Everyone knew that contributing it to the Sect would yield a handsome amount of merit.
As for mass production, that was of secondary importance to most people; at most, the merit awarded by the Sect would be substantially less.
But even so, it represented a sizeable income.
Thus, upon hearing Wang Baâs words, the deacons exchanged glances, their eyes briefly scanning over several other oddly-shaped Spirit Beasts beside Wang Ba, and the atmosphere instantly grew delicate.
At that moment, a deacon whose position was somewhat unsteady couldnât help but cough:
âMinister Wang, I do have some insights into handling Spirit BeastsâŠâ
Wang Ba immediately revealed a smile:
âOld Liao?
Haha, perfect, Iâm not too adept at theseâŠ
...
Come, lend a hand, letâs see how to match the treatment liquidâŠ
You wonât be busy for nothing, if we do come up with a recipe, Iâll reserve second authorship for you.â
âSecond authorship?â
The deacon was somewhat puzzled.
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Wang Ba chuckled:
âYes, for a spirit food recipe, there must be a combination of treatment liquid proportioning, alchemy technique, and control of the fireâŠ
If we truly develop a new recipe, Iâll naturally be the first author, but since youâll be the one to figure out the treatment liquid proportion, youâll naturally be the second author.
When the merit comes down, weâll divide it according to contribution, of course.
However, Iâll have to take at least seventy percent, since these Spirit Beasts were procured by me.â
âThatâs possible?!â
The deaconâs eyes suddenly lit up.
He hadnât thought this through and only wanted to assist on the sidelines.
Minister Wang had just taken office, and by offering help in a time of need, he hoped to ease their relationship and foster good karma.
After all, even if Wang Ba wasnât promoted to Vice Minister, it was far from his turn.
So, his inner turmoil was far less intense than that of the deacons who were most likely to succeed.
Yet he didnât expect to stumble upon such a fortuitous opportunity.
And he immediately realized its potential.
âThis new Vice Minister is truly willing to spend a fortune for a horseâs bonesâŠâ
Although he grasped this point, it didnât cause him any displeasure.
Whatâs wrong with being the horseâs bones?
This was merit delivered to his doorstep!
Without any hesitation, he immediately went over and skillfully began processing the carcass of the Spirit Beast.
To show off his abilities, he even performed some fancy tricks, wielding a spirit knife with Ghostly swiftness.
âThis Old LiaoâŠ
is so eager to get ahead!â
The deacons silently communicated with their eyes.
Despite what they said, many of them began to grow interested.
They all knew about Minister Cui Daqiâs background and were no strangers to the merit represented by a spirit food recipe.
A Class III spirit food recipe alone could fetch at least a few thousand points of merit, and even if they only got a part of the thirty percent share, it was still equivalent to several years, or even over a decade of income from official duties and side benefits.
Just then, Kong Yao could no longer hold back.
He squeezed out a smile with a hint of acquiescence:
âMinister WangâŠ
cough, from what you say, if we help out as well, is there a chance for a third or fourth authorship?â
The night had passed, and his mood had also somewhat improved.
He knew that Wang Baâs ascension to the position of Vice Minister was all but confirmed and that any further fixation would be in vain.
Now, hearing Wang Baâs somewhat novel idea, he immediately became interested.
Rather than the merit itself, he was more concerned about having his name on a new spirit food recipe.
After all, he owned a spirit food store and had an additional source of income compared to ordinary deacons.
If he could have his name on a new spirit food recipe, it would indirectly prove his abilities and undoubtedly help the business of his spirit food store.
Hearing Kong Yaoâs question, many in the crowd pricked up their ears, paying close attention.
Seeing Kong Yaoâs cooperative demeanor, Wang Ba naturally wouldnât refuse.
He laughed and said:
âThird and fourth authorships are certainly possible, as long as everyone agrees.
However, a maximum of six authors, no more than thatĂąâŹâit would be somewhat unreasonable, given that there are only so many steps in the production of spirit food.â
âThat would be excellent, haha, very excellent indeed.â
Kong Yaoâs eyes sparkled, and he immediately rolled up his sleeves: âLittle Liao, come, let me give you a hand.â
However, Wang Ba raised his hand to stop Kong Yao, his expression slightly grim as he shook his head:
âThat wonât do.â
Kong Yao was taken aback, his face becoming stiff.
The deacons below also tensed up, their expressions growing somber.
The atmosphere instantly became quietly tense.
But at that moment,
A smile suddenly blossomed on Wang Baâs face, pointing to another Spirit Beast carcass:
âOld Kong, with your excellent skills, wouldnât you help me with that one?â
Kong Yao immediately snapped out of it, joyfully responding:
âThank you, Minister Wang!â
âYouâre being too formal.
Iâve just started my tenure, and it was you, Old Kong, who helped me arrange matters.â
Wang Ba said, halting Kong Yao with a smile.
Seeing Kong Yao, a veteran deacon with considerable prestige in the Spirit Food Department, throw himself at the mercy of Minister Wang, the other deacons glanced at each other and soon a few more volunteered to join.
Once the ice began to melt, it wasnât long before it turned into water.
Before long, except for a few stubborn deacons, Wang Ba was surrounded by people.
The dozen or so Spirit Beasts he had brought were all divided up.
Yet, there were still many who hadnât managed to get a share.
Wang Ba, however, did not immediately reveal more, but his gaze swept over the few deacons still struggling to let go of their pride.
He then smiled and said to everyone:
âThose of you who havenât had a chance to help, donât worry.
Hehe, I have plenty more Spirit Beast corpses here, and Iâm still sorting through them.
I estimate we could come up with dozens of recipes, which should be sufficient.
Once everything is sorted, Iâll ask for your help again.
By then, I hope everyone will still be willing to lend a hand.â