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Chapter 395: Killing Three Birds with One Stone
Chapter 395: Killing Three Birds with One Stone
December 2, 2024
After parting ways with Jiang Cheng, Gao Ling immediately contacted Gu Changlin.
Upon hearing Gao Ling's account, a faint smile appeared on Gu Changlin's face.
He was not surprised by Jiang Cheng's choice, as most people would have made the same decision.
"Changlin, do you really intend to buy a Green Jade Coiling Dragon Pendant from the family and lend it to him?" Gao Ling suddenly asked.
Gu Changlin raised an eyebrow, intrigued. "Do you have a suggestion?"
"I do have an idea," Gao Ling nodded, glancing around. Despite being alone, he seemed slightly nervous.
"Let's hear it," Gu Changlin said with a smile.
"Alright." Gao Ling licked his lips. "Here's what I'm thinking. Although the Green Jade Coiling Dragon Pendant is a Fifth Rank Artifact, its price is similar to that of the previous Sixth Rank Alchemy Furnace. Even for you, obtaining one from the family isn't easy, especially since this is the second one."
Gu Changlin nodded in agreement.
Indeed, for Gu Changlin, the eldest young master of the Gu family, a few hundred million was not a significant amount. However, several billion was a different story.
The previous Sixth Rank Alchemy Furnace had not required much effort, as it had been stored in the warehouse for a long time.
This time was different. Since such a valuable item was not in use, it was better to let someone else use it rather than let it gather dust in a box. Relying solely on pills to enhance psychic energy after reaching the Grandmaster level was possible, but the cost was too high. It was far more practical to have a treasure that accelerated psychic energy recovery.
"So, what's your suggestion?"
"My idea is to find a lower-grade jade pendant for him to use temporarily. After all, he's only a Third Rank Mind Master. Whether he gets a Fifth Rank or Fourth Rank pendant, or even a Third Rank one, won't make much difference. However, let's not be too stingy. A Third Rank pendant is out of the question, but a Fourth Rank one should suffice." Gao Ling chuckled.
As he spoke, he kept an eye on Gu Changlin's expression on the screen.
Gu Changlin's face still wore a faint smile, making it hard to discern his thoughts.
After several seconds, Gu Changlin finally spoke, "Have you considered the possibility of him breaking through to the Spirit Master level and discovering the truth?"
"That's not going to happen anytime soon," Gao Ling scoffed.
"Besides, it's uncertain if his psychic energy can even reach the Grandmaster level," he added.
"Not necessarily," Gu Changlin said with a meaningful tone. "A Mind Master who excels in alchemy can stack their realm with pills, even if their talent is lacking."
Gao Ling was taken aback.
He was about to say that Jiang Cheng would need a sufficient supply of pills, but then he reconsidered. There were no cooks who didn't steal, and perhaps Jiang Cheng was secretly hoarding a few pills every day.
Therefore, it was entirely possible for Jiang Cheng to become a Spirit Master.
"But even if he does become a Spirit Master, it won't be for another decade or two, right?" Gao Ling pondered. "He's only a Third Rank Mind Master now. Let's not worry about what might happen in a decade or two. If he finds out later, we can pretend we didn't know, apologize, and give him the real Green Jade Coiling Dragon Pendant. After all, what can he do once we've apologized? Isn't that how it works?"
"Indeed," Gu Changlin laughed.
"That's right."
Gao Ling received affirmation and laughed even louder.
"Anyway, he doesn't know the difference between the two. If we make it look more similar, there's no way he'll recognize it. That way, your side will have less pressure too, Chang Lin."
"Alright, then we'll do as you say."
Gu Changlin readily agreed.
"In the next few days, I'll find someone to make a Moonlight Pendant similar to the Green Jade Coiling Dragon Pendant. Then you can deliver it to him personally."
"Chang Lin, it's better to be cautious. It's best if you come and deliver it yourself."
Gao Ling thought for a moment and said, "After all, the last time with that Alchemy Furnace, you personally delivered it to him. If we do it differently this time, it might raise his suspicions."
"That's right, you're very thoughtful."
Gu Changlin nodded.
"It's nothing," Gao Ling quickly responded with humility.
The two exchanged a glance and burst into laughter.
A Fourth Rank Low-grade Moonlight Pendant—how much was it worth? Its market price was two billion, and the cost price was even lower.
But when they sold it to Jiang Cheng, they made a hundred billion! A fifty-fold difference!
Not only that, but the two of them also took this opportunity to increase their profits by ten percent. Additionally, with Jiang Cheng's daily pill refinement, their gains would only multiply, truly a three-pronged benefit!
Two days passed.
On the third day, early in the morning.
Gu Changlin arrived once more, holding a thumb-sized green jade pendant, which he solemnly handed over to Jiang Cheng.
"Brother Jiang, this is the Green Jade Coiling Dragon Pendant, a Fifth Rank Low-grade Artifact. Even a Fourth Rank Mind Master could use it to double their psychic energy recovery speed. You must keep it close to you and never lose it, and don't tell anyone else."
"Brother Chang Lin, rest assured. I'll keep it safe and won't mention it to anyone," Jiang Cheng hurriedly replied.
He understood the wisdom of not flaunting wealth, especially since there was little danger here. Just like Gu Changjun, if someone wanted to get rid of him, they'd been unable to do so for so many days.
But as the saying goes, better safe than sorry. If they told Ding Lei, and he got any ideas, who knows what might happen.
Gu Changlin and Gao Ling exchanged a glance, laughing even more heartily.
With this, the risk of exposing the inferior Moonlight Jade was even lower.
Of course, secrets can't be kept forever. When Jiang Cheng becomes a First Rank Mind Master, he'll surely discover the discrepancy. But who knows how many years it'll take to reach that day.
"As for the usage method, it's the same as other artifacts. Just drip a drop of your blood on it, and you'll know."
Gu Changlin laughed, "As for the conditions, Gao Ling should have already told you. I won't repeat them, but in short, work hard. As for me, Gu Changlin, I have all sorts of artifacts, too many to count. Once you repay the debt for this jade pendant, feel free to ask for whatever you want."
"Good, I'll repay the debt for this pendant as soon as possible."
"Don't rush, take your time. I trust you, so there's no need to worry."
"Exactly. Brother, we all witnessed you repaying Gu Changkong's debt. How could we not trust you?"
Gao Ling, standing beside him, chimed in agreement.
After a few more pleasantries, the two of them left together.
Jiang Cheng carefully examined the jade pendant with a dragon design in his hand. In the past few days, he had also used the Lightbrain to search for information about the Green Jade Coiling Dragon Pendant. The pendant in his hand, one couldn't say it was exactly the same, but it was absolutely identical.
(End of Chapter)
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