Chapter 388: Should I Visit My Sister?
Chapter 388: Should I Visit My Sister?
November 23, 2024
After listening to Jiang Cheng, he felt that he had gained a better understanding of the situation in the Inner District.
However, he still had a lingering question.
"Brother Ding, what about the Horned Clan? Are there no members of the Horned Clan in our Eastern City?"
The private room fell silent.
Ding Lei glanced around and smiled bitterly, "Brother Jiang, to be honest, we don't know if there are any members of the Horned Clan in the city. But we dare not inquire about such matters."
"That's right, Jiang Xiaoxiong. This isn't something we should be asking about."
"Even the Gus above us wouldn't dare to inquire about this."
Fear flashed in the eyes of the others.
"It's my fault, I'll have a drink as punishment."
Jiang Cheng smiled and raised his glass, downing its contents.
"Hahaha, it's nothing, Brother Jiang. It's normal for you to know these things since you're new here. Besides, this is just a private gathering, so it's fine to talk about it." Ding Lei laughed.
"Yes, yes."
The others also laughed.
Soon, the conversation shifted from the city's factions to alchemy.
"Jiang Xiaoxiong, your alchemy skills are exceptional. What kind of treatment does the Gu family offer you?" someone asked.
As the words fell, the others perked up their ears.
Jiang Cheng smiled.
He had anticipated this situation, similar to when his colleagues before his rebirth were most interested in each other's salaries.
"It's not bad."
He replied, "A sixty-four percent profit split, and I get forty percent."
"Forty percent!"
The others exchanged glances.
"As expected of Brother Jiang, to be able to get forty percent."
"That's right. We only get thirty percent."
"Haha, even with Brother Jiang's skills, if he only got thirty percent, he'd still earn more than us. After all, the pills he refines are all top-grade Awakening Spirit Pills."
As the words landed, a hint of fervor appeared in the eyes of the others.
Indeed, they could only refine superior Awakening Spirit Pills, which were worth three hundred thousand each, while the top-grade ones were worth a million.
"Not only that, Brother Gao also helped me get a Black Gold Furnace, which saves thirty percent of the cost." Jiang Cheng smiled.
After Ding Lei's reminder, Jiang Cheng suspected that Gao Ling among them was likely an informant for the Gao family.
This wasn't entirely a bad thing; the key was how to make use of the situation.
"A Black Gold Furnace? A Sixth Rank Alchemy Furnace?"
The others gasped.
"This isn't cheap, is it? I heard it costs over a hundred billion?"
"Yes, Brother Jiang is indeed exceptional. To be honest, we all use Fifth Rank Alchemy Furnaces, which can only save one percent of the medicinal power."
"I heard that a Sixth Rank Alchemy Furnace not only saves thirty percent of the herbs but can also change its size at will."
"It can change size?" Jiang Cheng's interest was piqued upon hearing this.
"Doesn't Brother Jiang know?" Liu Honghui laughed, "After all, it's a treasure worth billions. Adding a shrinking array is quite normal. But to achieve this, it must be blood-bound to its owner. You understand, we only have the right to use these alchemy furnaces."
"Mmhmm."
Jiang Cheng nodded.
When he first encountered the Black Gold Furnace, he knew it belonged to someone, and that owner was undoubtedly Gu Changlin.
Aside from whether he could break the array's restrictions, even if he could, Gu Changlin would immediately notice, which would be quite embarrassing.
However, after Liu Honghui's reminder, Jiang Cheng also considered purchasing an alchemy furnace of his own.
In the end, with the ability to freely adjust its size, it can be used for alchemy anywhere.
But this price is indeed too expensive...
With this amount of money, one could elevate their psychic energy by several levels, or even purchase a Sixth Rank Treasure if not used for cultivation.
"Elder Jiang, we've also encountered some doubts about alchemy. I don't know if it's convenient for you, but if it is, could you please guide us?" After a brief silence, Ding Lei took the initiative to ask.
"Yes, Jiang Xiaoxiong."
Upon hearing this, the other three also looked at Jiang Cheng with eager eyes.
They too wanted to refine a top-grade Awakening Spirit Pill.
"Of course, it's possible."
Jiang Cheng smiled slightly, "However, each of you will only have the opportunity to ask one question. Ding Lao, since you've been taking good care of me, you can ask one more."
Although he wanted to build a good relationship with these people, he couldn't be too honest and reveal everything at once.
Upon hearing this, Liu Honghui and the other two looked at Ding Lei with envious eyes.
Fortunately, they also had the opportunity to ask one question.
As the saying goes, learning from others' experiences can be beneficial. By listening to Jiang Cheng's answers to others, they might also gain some insights.
As for Ding Lei himself, it goes without saying.
Although it was just answering a few questions, the time spent was almost an hour. When they left, Ding Lei and his group felt they had gained a lot, and they couldn't wait to return to the alchemy chamber to refine pills throughout the night.
"Jiang Xiao, do you want to go to my place and sit for a while? I still have some things I don't understand." As Ding Lei's group left, He Hong winked at Jiang Cheng.
"He Jie, just refine a few more furnaces, and you'll naturally understand."
Jiang Cheng smiled at her and turned to leave.
He could tell what she was hinting at, but he genuinely wasn't interested in her.
After all, people like her would easily throw themselves at someone stronger than him tomorrow.
He Hong stomped her foot as she watched Jiang Cheng's departing figure.
But she wouldn't give up so easily.
On the other side, after parting ways with the group, Tian Mao returned to the alchemy chamber. Instead of immediately starting to refine pills, he opened the lightbrain and contacted Gao Ling, recounting the evening's gathering in detail.
Gao Ling listened attentively and then asked, "Did he show any signs of dissatisfaction when mentioning the split?"
"Dissatisfaction?"
Tian Mao recalled for a moment and shook his head, "I don't think so. Moreover, when he mentioned the alchemy furnace later, his tone was filled with gratitude."
"That's good."
Gao Ling smiled.
"Next, continue to build a good relationship with him. If I notice anything unusual, remember to inform me immediately. Rest assured, I won't treat you unfairly, and I'll also put in a good word for you with Chang Lin."
"Thank you, Supervisor. Please be assured, I'll take care of this matter personally."
Tian Mao hurriedly replied, bowing slightly, his tone filled with respect.
His share wasn't actually thirty percent, but forty percent.
As the saying goes, there's no such thing as a free lunch. This extra ten percent wasn't without a price.
Fortunately, it wasn't a difficult task.
"Alright, that's all."
Gao Ling cut off the communication.
He smiled.
Of course, a young man like that wouldn't be a match for him when it came to scheming.
(End of Chapter)
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