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Chapter 281: Take This Elixir, Consider It an Exchange
Chapter 281: Take This Elixir, Consider It an Exchange
While the others had some issues with their concoctions, they at least produced somewhat normal elixirs.
But the white jade bead in Jin Yue's medicine box, many didn't even consider it an elixir.
"Senior Shen, my child has been a bit mischievous.
Don't be fooled by this white pill, the other one is the one she crafted.
These past two years, she's been focusing on martial arts, slightly neglecting her elixir crafting skills."
Jin Jin stood beside Jin Yue, repeatedly explaining on behalf of her niece.
Upon hearing this, Shen Liunian's expression remained indifferent, but his heart was filled with certainty.
If Jin Yue didn't make it, then there was no mistake.
However, at this moment, he knew he had to control his facial expressions.
Shen Liunian could recognize it, and it was likely that the elders of other major families could too.
Even if they couldn't identify it, they might have heard of it.
Shen Liunian's keen interest in this elixir would undoubtedly attract the attention of other elders.
He wanted to appear nonchalant, showing no interest in the elixir before him.
"I've been involved with elixirs for most of my life. In my youth, I enjoyed tinkering and once created a few of these jade-colored pills.
In the nearly hundred years since, my elixir crafting skills have improved and deepened. Trying to recreate these jade-white pills has become an unattainable goal.
Seeing it again today, I can't help but feel a sense of nostalgia."
Shen Liunian's words seemed to genuinely evoke memories of his youthful days.
The regret of fleeting youth was vividly displayed before everyone.
"This jade-colored elixir, I wonder which young friend from the Jin family crafted it. May I have a word with them?"
Shen Liunian, building upon his previous statements, wanted to know who crafted this elixir.
If it was unintentionally crafted by a younger generation, he needed to gather some information from them.
Hearing Shen Liunian's inquiry, Jin Jin stepped forward again.
"This elixir was a gift from a young friend of my daughter, not crafted by anyone in the Jin family. Please don't laugh at us, Senior.
I didn't expect this spontaneous act to evoke such nostalgia in Senior Shen."
Shen Liunian nodded at these words, maintaining his indifferent demeanor.
These were all within his expectations.
Crafting the Jade Stone Elixir was one of the most advanced elixir crafting techniques in the world.
It was impossible for the Jin family to have created it.
Even if they didn't fully understand this technique, acquiring just a portion of it would significantly enhance their clan's elixir crafting abilities.
The elixir crafted using this method would drastically reduce impurities.
Even learning a fraction of it would revolutionize their clan's elixir crafting techniques.
The person behind this Jade Stone Elixir was undoubtedly extraordinary; it couldn't have been a casual encounter.
However, based on Jin Jin's response, the Jin family was unaware of the elixir's value.
Without the chance to meet the person behind the elixir, Shen Liunian decided to acquire it.
He would study the crafting technique by examining the elixir itself.
"Seeing this Jade Stone Elixir brings back memories of my youth.
I wonder if the Jin family would be willing to part with this elixir for me?"
Upon hearing this, the people around didn't find it strange.
They understood that seeing this object could evoke memories of Shen Liunian's younger days.
The Jade Stone Elixir now held a special meaning for him.
Hearing this, Jin Yue unconsciously leaned forward.
Su Chen had given her three elixirs, and now only one remained.
If she gave it to Shen Liunian, she would be left with none.
Jin Jin's expression turned even more serious as she noticed Jin Yue's eagerness.
These subtle cues indicated that Jin Yue still had Su Chen on her mind and hadn't let go.
With this thought, Jin Jin stepped forward and took out the Jade Stone Elixir.
She placed it in Shen Liunian's hand.
"It's fortunate that this item caught your eye, Senior. At least it's served some purpose.
"As he spoke, he handed over the elixir.
Shen Liunian glanced at her and slightly tilted his head, signaling for his attendant to take the elixir.
His action of not reaching out to accept the elixir himself made the elixir seem even more ordinary.
If it weren't for Shen Liunian's recognition of the elixir's significance, he wouldn't have taken it.
After obtaining the Jade Alchemy Pill, Shen Liunian took out another elixir from his side.
This was a sixth-rank Aura Concentration Pill, and its quality and refinement difficulty were such that it could be displayed at the Alchemy Expo.
'I don't have the habit of taking things from others without giving something in return. Consider this a trade,' he said.
Upon seeing this, many of those present felt envious.
Even though the Jin Family was an alchemy clan, obtaining a sixth-rank Aura Concentration Pill like this was still a great profit.
In their eyes, the Jin Family had hardly suffered any loss.
They had only given away an elixir that was insignificant and could only be used to make a bracelet.
After obtaining the Jade Alchemy Pill, Shen Liunian continued to look at the elixirs crafted by the other young alchemists.
The Jade Alchemy Pill seemed like a small interlude.
He didn't seem to care much about it.
He even commented on a few more elixirs, and the others around him soon forgot about the matter.
After walking around for a while, Shen Liunian calmly exited the backyard.
After chatting briefly with the other alchemy masters, he finally left the Jin Family's summer retreat.
Sitting in his carriage, Shen Liunian finally breathed a sigh of relief.
From the moment he obtained the Jade Alchemy Pill, his heart had been filled with anxiety, fearing that the Jin Family's elders might suddenly appear.
Now that he had left, everything was finally settled.
As he watched his attendant take out the Jade Alchemy Pill, Shen Liunian quickly retrieved a pill box.
He carefully placed the pill inside.
His tense demeanor left his attendant a bit bewildered.
Shen Liunian had fooled even his attendant, who thought his master didn't care about the pill at all.
After putting away the Jade Alchemy Pill, Shen Liunian began to examine it carefully.
He didn't seem to want to miss a single detail, studying every thread on its surface.
His level of care seemed even greater than that given to the finest elixirs crafted by the Shen Family.
This made his attendant feel a sense of dread.
If he had accidentally damaged the pill just now, he would have—
"Cancel all plans, we're returning to the Shen Family immediately!"
Shen Liunian gave the order without explaining the reason.
But he canceled all the previously arranged schedules.
"Master, on this trip, we were supposed to visit several sects to discuss matters related to the Shen Family's elixir business.
It's related to our future dealings with them."
Hearing his attendant speak, Shen Liunian glanced at him.
"Cancel the trip, we're returning to the Shen Family."
This time, Shen Liunian's tone was even more serious, and his attendant didn't dare to say another word.
The attendant went to make arrangements for the carriage, and by the time he returned, Shen Liunian had already put the elixir away.
This attendant had followed Shen Liunian for over a decade, and Shen Liunian had always intended to cultivate him.
Although he was an attendant, he was more like an assistant.
Seeing that he still didn't understand, Shen Liunian began to explain.
'I know what you're thinking. If the Shen Family wants to advance further, we must head south for our elixir business.
But I'll tell you, this elixir will change the entire elixir landscape in the Great Zhou.
From now on, we won't need to take the initiative; countless powers will come to us seeking our help.'
After saying this, Shen Liunian turned to his attendant and paused.
'Although you're just my attendant, you're also quite familiar with the family's management.
This year's second half, you will take on a management position in the family.
Also, what do you think about Xin Ran?
She's a bit younger than you, but if you like her, I can help arrange a marriage.'
As an outsider, it was necessary to become a son-in-law of the Shen Family to obtain an important position within the clan.
(End of Chapter)
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