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Chapter 174: Illusory Heart! The Battle for Wild Companion Beasts of the Wood Type!
Chapter 174: Illusory Heart! The Battle for Wild Companion Beasts of the Wood Type!
"Illusory Heart?"
The potion in the test tube was as clear as water, but upon the slightest movement, one could see countless sparkling specks within, resembling a starry sky.
Dong Muchun was not surprised by this name.
She had grown accustomed to Su Ping's naming style.
In fact, just the other day, she heard that the original Tianyun Resort in the Heartwood Breeding Base had been renamed 'Cloud Core' by this guy.
The vast base was temporarily divided into the Heartwood Breeding Center, Cloud Core Resort, and the Companion Beast Training and Battle Arena, along with living quarters, and the artificial lake for fishing in the Water Core area.
The potions he developed also followed a similar naming pattern.
Previously, it was the Wolf Heart, and now, the Illusory Heart.
However, compared to the Wolf Heart, this Illusory Heart made Dong Muchun feel even more baffling.
There were already similar products like the Wolf Heart in the market, and many competitors existed, not just for wolf companions but also for enhancing the effects of resource potions for all types of companion beasts.
But the Illusory Heart before her eyes was something she had never seen before—a truly miraculous potion.
The effect of the Illusory Heart was simple, even bordering on rudimentary.
After consumption, for a certain period, the beastmaster or companion beast would enter an elementalized state, greatly reducing direct physical damage.
Yes, that was the only effect.
It was identical to the innate talent Su Ping obtained after awakening the Golden Element Sprite.
Naturally, with this talent, Su Ping gained a deeper understanding of elementalization, which led him to develop this potion as part of the evolution process for the Spirit Wolf.
However, just as elementalization held significance for Su Ping, this potion was crucial for beastmasters, significantly reducing the risk of being targeted by opponents in combat.
For companion beasts, it provided a crucial initiative for taking the first strike! In the heat of beastmaster battles, a single second could mean the difference between life and death. This potion was a treasure for those who dared to raid and pillage!
Dong Muchun couldn't help but marvel as she looked over the summarized experimental data.
She had made the right choice by leaving Tianyun, and now, the Illusory Heart.
A short-term effect potion for companion beasts.
Monarch-rank and above companion beasts are unaffected, and beastmasters experience significantly reduced effects, lasting only 1-2 seconds.
Below Monarch-rank, from Common to Overlord, the duration varies from 1 minute 30 seconds to 10 seconds.
The state can be terminated early, and most companion beasts will automatically exit the elementalized state when using skills.
The resources required are much more valuable than those for the Wolf Heart.
The two primary resources are both of Elite Apex rank, and while the auxiliary ingredient, Radiant Fragment, is not Elite-rank, it is extremely rare and thus relatively more valuable.
However, the manufacturing cost is only around 50,000 to 60,000!
Indeed, Soul Dust and Elite Slime Cores are both Elite-rank resources.
But these resources can produce about ten portions each.
After all, during the evolution process, these resources were used to make the Spirit Wolf's elementalization a permanent skill.
Now, with only a temporary effect, using the full resources would be impractical.
"How is it?"
Su Ping flipped through the experimental data and nodded in satisfaction.
Most importantly, the potion had no negative side effects.
In fact, some test subjects even showed slight improvements in spiritual power.
It was indeed a well-made potion.
Dong Muchun glanced at Su Ping, who was asking a question he already knew the answer to, and ultimately indulged his vanity:
"Impressive!"
These three short words encapsulated her entire sentiment.
Indeed, it was impressive.
Dong Muchun could sense the potential for this potion to become a bestseller.
Despite its seemingly less impressive effect compared to the Wolf Heart, and the fact that potions were generally not allowed in companion beast battles, this potion was not intended for ordinary beastmasters.
It was an essential strategic resource for the military, the Beastmaster Association, and a lifesaver for exploring mystic realms.
Especially now that they had established cooperation with the military, some legions had even started to procure Wolf Hearts from Ping Yun through Lin Lei's recommendation.
Dong Muchun was well aware of the formidable purchasing power of the legions and the Beastmaster Association.
Of course, the Illusory Heart couldn't match the popularity and accessibility of the Wolf Heart.
However, a company's reputation couldn't be built on a single product alone.
Even in a beastmaster civilization, companies needed brand recognition!
This unprecedented lifesaving potion could further establish Ping Yun's reputation and lay the foundation for its future expansion beyond Jianghai, becoming a giant in the Dragon Kingdom.
As she thought of this, a smile appeared on Dong Muchun's face.
After giving the woman a strange look, Su Ping finally interrupted, "What's the planned pricing?"
Dong Muchun collected her thoughts and considered for a moment before replying, "This item can't be sold in bulk like the Wolf Heart with a low profit margin. Moreover, as a strategic life-saving item, it's unlikely to be purchased in large quantities. If the cost is as you said, what do you think of a price around 800,000? The wholesale price for internal sales can be 600,000 per bottle."
Su Ping was speechless.
Damn, and the Wolf Heart is still considered a low-profit, high-volume sale?
With a cost of less than 30,000, it's sold on the market for 250,000, and the internal price for the Legion and Beastmaster Association is 180,000 per bottle.
A 500% profit margin isn't enough? Of course, labor, advertising, and other expenses are also necessary, but it shouldn't be this exaggerated, right?
Nowadays, the Illusory Heart is even more ruthless, directly asking for ten times the price?
Su Ping thought for a moment, "Shouldn't we conduct some market research first?"
"There are no similar competing products in the market, so how can we conduct research? Monopoly products should be expensive! There are similar resources, but they are for Overlord-rank entities, each worth several million..."
Dong Muchun furrowed her brows slightly, "Moreover, don't assume that the theoretical profit margin is that high. First, there's a chance that the produced potions may be defective. Advertising, labor costs, and even the need to develop new product lines and factories as initial investments due to new potions..."
"At the same time, the positioning of such products is different, and it's unlikely for an individual to purchase a large quantity in a short period..."
"Alright, alright. You handle it as you see fit."
Su Ping waved his hand, leaving professional matters to the experts.
He should just focus on counting his money and avoid unnecessary worries.
So, Su Ping stood up, "Then I'll leave it to you. If there's nothing else, I'll take my leave. Please help me with the patent and other matters; I don't want to make another trip."
However, at this moment, Dong Muchun suddenly said, "Wait."
Meeting Su Ping's surprised gaze, Dong Muchun said, "There's actually something I'd like to discuss, not sure if you're interested."
Su Ping looked at her in surprise.
Dong Muchun smiled, "How's the construction of the Heartwood going?"
Hearing this, Su Ping indeed smiled.
Ping Yun was a channel for making money, while the Heartwood was his home and pursuit.
When Su Anyong first returned, he had left a message for Su Ping, expressing his desire to build the largest Forest Wolf breeding base in Dragon Kingdom.
This was indeed one of Su Ping's pursuits.
Therefore, while Ping Yun was more profitable, it couldn't compare to the dedication Su Ping had for his Heartwood.
Dong Muchun had a penthouse on the 'Heart of the Sky,' and she had been staying there more and more often, so she was quite familiar with Su Ping's plans for the Heartwood.
This rascal wanted to create a true Pet Kingdom in the suburbs!
Although it was still in the early stages, the project was well-organized.
As expected, Su Ping smiled, "The first phase of the plan is almost complete. The development of the mountains behind is nearly done, covering an area of over twenty acres."
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The mountains behind the Heartwood were even larger than the Spirit Lake, and the planned botanical garden would be considered small for this area.
As Su Ping's power grew, so did his ambition.
Initially, he thought the current area of the Heartwood was sufficient.
However, as his strength increased, he became less satisfied.
After all, the suburbs of Linzhou had not been developed much, and by buying and developing the land himself, he was also contributing to his hometown.
Perhaps in the future, Linzhou would take pride in the Heartwood and attract tourists with it as a landmark. However, further expansion and renovation plans required professional consultation to achieve better designs. Regardless, the future growth of his pet kingdom was certain.
"What kind of pets do you plan to breed in the mountains, and what industry will they focus on?"
Su Ping replied matter-of-factly, "Plant-type pets, preferably those that bear fruit. We can develop some of them into a picking garden."
Dong Muchun nodded, as expected, "So, will this mountain area be called the Tree Heart or the Forest Heart?"
Su Ping was taken aback and looked at her in surprise, "How did you know?"
Dong Muchun rolled her eyes.
"Let's call it the Forest Heart! When I have time, I'll help select the breeding varieties."
Su Ping nodded in agreement.
(End of Chapter)
For the cultivation of Plant-type Companion Beasts, Su Ping had not yet made concrete plans, as he was mainly focused on illuminating the Universal Codex and developing his own industry, rather than considering it as a primary breeding project.
At most, he could incorporate the Forest Wolf into the core of the Forest Torrent Legion.
However, it was evident that this was Dong Muchun's main intention:
"Do you remember a while back when I mentioned Qin Chuan's Dachuan Real Estate to you? We acquired it."
Su Ping nodded in agreement.
Although he wasn't particularly fond of real estate, even for Companion Beast real estate, he didn't pay much attention to it.
"What's up?"
"In the western suburbs of Linzhou, there's a large piece of land. Several decades ago, it was a mid-sized forest farm responsible for cultivating iron birch trees to produce timber."
However, the Beast Tide in Linzhou led to the abandonment of this forest farm. Over the years, the Beastmaster Association took over and incorporated it into the Linzhou city area.
Dachuan Company had early access to inside information and acquired this land together with Huowang Corporation. In the past years, due to the previous circumstances, many Plant-type Companion Beasts have appeared there. Do you want to go and take a look?"
Hmm? Su Ping blinked.
Su Ping was aware of the Beast Tide in Linzhou, and he knew that it was due to the terrifying scale of that Beast Tide that his grandfather had sacrificed himself.
This Beast Tide also resulted in the western suburbs of Linzhou being abandoned for many years.
Although the Beastmaster Association and the Legion had thoroughly eliminated the wild Companion Beasts, eradicating seven or eight out of ten, restoring the vitality of the area would still require time.
"Huowang Corporation? Isn't Dachuan trying to monopolize it?"
Su Ping was surprised.
Dong Muchun smiled and explained, "If it were a monopoly, they wouldn't have a chance. This time, the Beastmaster Association released the land for auction, and the Victory Forest Farm is the main attraction! Tianyun Group is also keeping a close eye on it, but unfortunately, Dong Tian is such a waste..."
It was clear that in a three-way competition, Tianyun Group aimed to monopolize, while Dachuan and Huowang Corporation chose to form a joint venture.
Additionally, with the Beastmaster Association's involvement, it was reasonable for them to secure the land.
However, Dachuan directly sold the company to Pingyun, and through various transactions, it ended up in Dong Muchun's hands.
Su Ping was indeed very interested in this.
"A forest farm!"
Even the area of a small forest farm would not be inferior to his entire breeding base and might even be much larger.
Over the years, the unique environment of the forest farm had naturally attracted some Plant-type Companion Beasts.
It's just that...
Su Ping's eyebrows furrowed slightly.
As if guessing Su Ping's thoughts, Dong Muchun smiled and said, "Compared to those ferocious beasts, elemental beasts, and even the most hostile Necromancer-type Companion Beasts, Plant-type beasts are the most docile. They pose an extremely low threat to Beastmasters. In fact, if you can convince them, they might even let you take them away!"
"Plant-type beasts, with the help of Beastmaster breeders, tend to grow more comfortably. Only Beastmasters can understand what they like."
"Sometimes, some Plant-type Companion Beasts will even actively assist Beastmasters."
"This is also why the Legion and the Beastmaster Association haven't taken the initiative to clear out the wild Plant-type Companion Beasts in the forest farm."
Su Ping understood now.
Dong Muchun continued, "So, you can use your connections to bring a few Plant-type breeders. It might yield better results and prevent others from taking too many!"
"Take too many?"
Su Ping was taken aback.
"Huowang Corporation's people will also be there. There was a written agreement that this land could be jointly developed or negotiated after the fact.
But for the Plant-type Companion Beasts above, it's a free-for-all! Whoever has the ability to take them, can take them!"
In truth, Dong Muchun also felt a bit helpless. As one of the giants in Jianghai, Huowang Corporation had always focused on Fire-type beasts, but this time, not only did they get involved in the real estate auction, but they also wanted to take away these Plant-type Companion Beasts.
Upon hearing this, Su Ping narrowed his eyes, and there was no doubt that his interest was fully piqued.
If both companies were going to such lengths for this forest farm, there must be something valuable there.
He turned to Dong Muchun, "When are we going?"
"Tomorrow. The duration is uncertain. It was supposed to start three days ago, but since Dachuan sold the company to us, there's been some delay."
"Great! Pick me up early tomorrow!"
Su Ping rubbed his hands eagerly.
As for bringing Plant-type breeders, he knew some, but he didn't really care much about it.
Because, in terms of plant compatibility, the Forest Wolf and Ten Thousand Wood Wolf's enhancement and benefits for Plant-type Companion Beasts were far more tangible than any Plant-type breeder.
(Chapter End)
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