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Chapter 578: The Spirit Heart and Dong Muchun's Return
Chapter 578: The Spirit Heart and Dong Muchun's Return
In his entire life, Su Ping had never felt so wealthy.
Lying in a rocking chair under the sun, he gazed at the Ten Thousand Spirit Codex, which contained over 10,000 units of general experience points, nearly reaching 20,000.
What does it mean to have deep pockets and be financially secure?
What does it mean to have money in your pocket and peace of mind?
He was beginning to understand this.
However, having money made him feel somewhat empty inside.
Indeed, there wasn't anything he urgently needed to exchange for at the moment.
There was no need to rush the final cultivation method of Nanming Lihuo.
As for the cultivation of the Annihilation Eye, he also didn't feel the need to rush it at this moment.
The appearance of the King of Seas Arm was too coincidental and sudden.
He wasn't prepared for anything else.
Moreover, with the upcoming Cultivation Competition and the Lunar New Year just a month away, he was surprisingly not in a hurry.
Of course, others were anxious, and Su Ping knew this. Zhu Hong, Meng Yao, even Sheng Long Chuan Jing, and Feng Lao were all eager.
If Su Ping asked, they would likely agree without hesitation, allowing Su Ping to thoroughly research the King of Seas Arm and possessed-type beasts.
Unfortunately, although they were in a hurry, Su Ping still wanted to tell them not to rush.
The King of Seas Arm's original form couldn't be cultivated or extensively researched yet.
At this stage, this thing was still in its 'juvenile stage,' and it couldn't do anything except absorb energy.
Rushing to cultivate skills on the King of Seas Arm might restrict its potential.
Moreover, how to cultivate skills that could be applied to beastmasters and produce stronger effects required careful consideration in the future.
Therefore, during this period, Su Ping cleared his mind, rested from the fatigue brought on by the continuous use of 'Overclocking Spirit' over the past two days, and completely set aside the research on possessed-type beasts.
Instead, in his free time, he began researching something that others would undoubtedly consider a waste of time.
Indeed, he was referring to the gene extraction research on the Emerald Jade Bodhi.
A precious Saint Spirit Rank resource.
Although it was only a quarter, Su Ping had messed it up thoroughly.
Eventually, even Feng Lao couldn't bear to watch any longer.
Indeed, after these few days, Feng Lao, the true master of comprehensive cultivation, finally couldn't hold back and decided to get involved in Su Ping's Jade Bodhi research.
Before leaving, even Sheng Long Chuan Jing joked that Su Ping's broken place would attract all the cultivators in Dragon Nation.
However, this was normal; any cultivator would be interested in researching a new type of beast.
Returning to the Emerald Jade Bodhi.
In reality, Su Ping's proficiency in potion-making was far from impressive, but it also didn't reach the level of a master.
However, Feng Lao was undoubtedly a true master in comprehensive cultivation.
Eventually, unable to bear it any longer, he intervened in Su Ping's Jade Bodhi research.
After these few days, he could be said to have forgotten food and sleep, and soon, he successfully created a potion.
A potion named 'Spirit Heart' was crafted in less than a week, shining brightly.
The Emerald Jade Bodhi contained a component called Spirit Essence Dew.
This component was the key to eternal youth, without exception.
The Spirit Heart was made by extracting Spirit Essence Dew from other low-level resources, then processing them together, purifying, and adding other ingredients.
Its value was undoubtedly unquestionable.
However, the actual cost was not high, with each one costing no more than 50,000 Dragon Nation coins.
Su Ping estimated that the selling price of this item would be about ten times that amount.
Of course, if the effect of eternal youth were multiplied by ten, it wouldn't be considered an extravagant price.
In reality, the Spirit Heart created by the Heart of All Spirits couldn't achieve true eternal youth.
Even if the cost of extracting Spirit Essence Dew were reduced to the same level as the Emerald Jade Bodhi, it still couldn't compare to the Jade Bodhi.
In this world, the levels of refinement were an insurmountable mountain, and it was impossible to create it using mechanical instruments for extraction and synthesis.
Therefore, this Spirit Heart, after preliminary calculations, could guarantee 5-8 years of youthful appearance, preventing significant aging.
However, this was more than enough!
It's not hard to imagine how thrilled Dong Muchun would be with her business acumen and foresight when she received this item later.
Indeed, Dong Muchun had returned, and at this very moment, she was right by his side.
The two of them lay in the sunroom on the rooftop of the Cloud Heart Building, basking in the sunlight.
"How was your trip to the Thousand Islands Archipelago?"
"Which aspect are you referring to?" Dong Muchun asked lazily.
Evidently, she had been extremely busy during this time.
"What about the Golden Guild's situation?"
Speaking of which, Dong Muchun took out an item and pressed it in front of the two of them. After seeing no abnormalities, she finally breathed a sigh of relief.
Su Ping took a glance: "Wow, you're being so cautious."
"I can't afford to be careless, Su Ping. You don't know how mysterious the Golden Guild is. That's why the stakes are so high! I dare not be careless, for fear that all my previous efforts will be in vain. My life is insignificant compared to the success of the mission. If the previous results were to go to waste, that would be a major issue."
Dong Muchun sighed deeply. It was evident that after deciding to infiltrate the Golden Guild, this woman had changed a lot.
However, Su Ping shook his head: "You're wrong. In my opinion, the Golden Guild's matters are trivial. Your life and well-being are what's truly important! So, don't forget, preserving your life is the top priority."
Dong Muchun's eyes shimmered with a hint of ripples, and she hummed lightly: "You still have a conscience. This time, returning from the Thousand Islands Archipelago, you've brought me a gift.
Or rather, the Golden Guild has sent you a gift."
Dong Muchun placed a USB drive between the two of them.
"What is this...?"
In fact, Su Ping recognized it at a glance. This thing was probably the latest mechanical pet research data from the Eagle Kingdom, auctioned on Crystal Island.
As expected, "The Eagle Kingdom's latest mechanical pet research data is what Shen Qiu purchased through the Golden Guild as a gift for you.
He heard about the damage to your Proud Dragon, so he offered this as a gesture of goodwill.
Furthermore, Shen Qiu expressed his desire to meet you, representing the Golden Guild, but I temporarily declined on your behalf, considering the Beastmaster Competition and other matters you need to attend to before the New Year.
However, based on my guess, he will likely make another request after the New Year to meet you."
Dong Muchun spoke.
Su Ping nodded and then said, "Does everyone know about the damage to the Proud Dragon?"
"Perhaps, but we didn't try to hide the information too much. The Golden Guild has extensive information sources, so it's understandable that they know."
Su Ping narrowed his eyes, paying no attention to the so-called mechanical USB drive's data, which was worth a fortune.
He thought for a moment:
"That's also possible. If Shen Qiu still wants to meet me again, tell him I won't meet him. If the Golden Guild wants to find me, let their mysterious president come and see me!"
Based on the previous guesses of the Divine King and Dong Muchun, the Golden Guild might have a Holy Spirit-ranked powerhouse behind them.
And even more likely, this person is an existence from the Dragon Nation! But who exactly it is, remains unknown.
They are keeping it extremely secret.
"Alright, let's not talk about this for now. Here, this is for you."
Finally, Su Ping took out the bottle of green Spirit Core:
"This Spirit Core, which I modeled after the Emerald Jade Bodhi, can significantly slow down the aging process, ensuring no side effects within 5-8 years. If produced in large quantities, the cost would be around 50,000 Dragon Nation Coins. You can decide how to operate and sell it appropriately."
As expected, Dong Muchun's eyes lit up at the sight of this item, and she excitedly looked at Su Ping:
"Su Ping, can I drink this first?"
"Hmm? Didn't you use the Emerald Jade Bodhi? If you consume that, you can stay eternally youthful and won't need to drink this again."
Su Ping was astonished.
Dong Muchun nodded: "I wanted to wait until I reached the peak of the Monarch Rank before using that item to break through to the Imperial Rank, so I've been holding onto it..."
Before she could finish her sentence, she saw Su Ping's mouth twitching, and she immediately became annoyed:
"Do you think everyone is as perverted as you? I'm truly amazed. I don't know how you advance your cultivation realm; it's absurd."
Su Ping frowned slightly: "Don't worry too much about Pingyun.
During this time, aside from showing more concern for the Golden Guild, leave the rest to your subordinates. Meditate and try to improve your realm. Let me know if you need any resources.
In this world, money can't change anything. The only things you can truly rely on are your pet beast and your own strength."
"
Speaking of this, Dong Muchun fell into deep thought and suddenly spoke up, "Su Ping, can money be converted into strength you mentioned earlier? But I heard that the Golden Heart in the Eagle Kingdom..."
Su Ping was taken aback, then thought for a moment and smiled, "Sure, once I have the power to go to the headquarters of the Golden Heart, I'll thoroughly research the principles of that thing. Then, we can set up something similar here to enhance your talent."
"Pfft!"
Dong Muchun rolled her eyes, "Speaking of which, the Golden Guild has been probing me, asking if I want to expand our business in the Cherry Kingdom next."
At this, Su Ping narrowed his eyes.
The Cherry Kingdom, where they had encountered the Crimson Demon Clan on Phoenix Cave Island, was also the place where the Golden Heart's envoy was establishing a presence.
If the Golden Guild were to go to the Cherry Kingdom, it would likely be more dangerous than going to the Thousand Islands Archipelago.
"Did they mention a specific time?"
"They said it would be around next summer. Apparently, they're waiting for the once-a-decade Global Breeder Lifetime Achievement Awards to conclude before heading there."
Dong Muchun spoke up.
"We'll deal with it when the time comes. There's no need to decide now, as long as you don't agree to it."
Su Ping acknowledged with a sound, just as a message alert rang out. Seeing the caller ID, Su Ping raised his eyebrows and glanced at Dong Muchun.
She then said, "Miss Qin's call?"
"Yeah, she's probably almost at Linzhou."
After Su Ping left for North Province, Qin Xiaoxue was reassigned by Sang Sheng to Dianzang for training and self-improvement.
"Alright, it's New Year's Day tomorrow, and the day after is the grand opening of the Pingyun store. The company is swamped, so I'll take my leave now."
"Hmm? What grand opening?"
Dong Muchun gave him a sarcastic look, "You're truly a busy man, managing a million things. Even so, can't you spare some attention for Pingyun?"
"The Mechanical Association has already developed low-cost mechanical beasts, significantly reducing the value of the Dream Heart's development."
"Previously, they sold them piecemeal, but this time, they've been accumulating production capacity. On January 2nd, there will be a large-scale public sale, and they've already received over a million pre-orders."
"Tsk, do you know how much just the deposits from these pre-orders amount to?"
Su Ping shook his head.
Dong Muchun held up a palm, "Over a hundred million."
Su Ping gasped, taking in a breath of cold air.
"That much?"
Dong Muchun rolled her eyes at Su Ping again, then continued, "Su Ping, you don't seem to care enough about Feifei. Don't you know how much the Dream Heart has changed recently?"
Su Ping scratched his head, feeling ashamed and lowering his head.
He not only lacked care for Feifei but also for all his contracted beasts. He was indeed different from other beastmasters in this regard.
But what was he doing wrong? He simply loved each beast equally, not just his contracted ones!
Seeing his reaction, Dong Muchun didn't bother to say more, "Just remember to give these mechanical materials to Feifei. After all, Kuang Sheng is also there, and you don't want to waste their mechanical cultivation efforts. I'm leaving now."
"I'll see you out."
"No need, your time is precious, and I'm grateful you've spared so much of it to chat with me."
As the 'smelly woman' left with her peculiar attitude, Su Ping didn't see her off. Instead, he summoned Yun Sakura, who flew away with him.
Watching her leave, Su Ping exhaled a breath.
Speaking of Miss Qin, she had never really taken a good look at Little Raven's Dual Harmony Qi super-rank skill.
After evolving, Little Raven had accompanied Su Ping to North Province and spent most of her time at the Phoenix Heart.
Now, with the most crucial Dual Harmony Qi secured, Su Ping planned to cultivate and evolve Qin Xiaoxue's Life Ancient Tree in a few days.
He wondered what changes and differences this super-rank skill, cultivated from a pet with purer dual attributes, would bring.
(End of Chapter)
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