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Chapter 52: Chapter 52: Yunzang Pill!
Third Layer of Transcendence Realm, Essence Energy permeates the five viscera and six organs, fortifying the internal organs. They become as hard as iron, swift as galloping steeds, with enduring stamina and strength equivalent to the power of a tiger—about five thousand pounds!
Currently, Luo Cheng has yet to breakthrough the Third Layer of Transcendence Realm, but his strength has already approached eight thousand pounds!
Almost double the strength of an average Martial Artist in the Third Layer of Transcendence Realm!
All of this, clearly, is thanks to the All Heavens Dragon Control Technique!
"I wonder what grade the All Heavens Dragon Control Technique truly is..."
Luo Cheng muttered to himself.
It should be noted that the All Heavens Dragon Control Technique has nine layers, and the True Dragon Technique is merely the First Layer!
At this moment, he has only just begun condensing Dragon Energy, barely touching the threshold of the First Layer of the True Dragon Technique!
If he could master the All Heavens Dragon Control Technique, he couldn’t imagine how powerful he could become.
Shaking his head, Luo Cheng felt that his aspirations were a bit far-fetched; he needed to focus on refining the True Dragon Technique to the Ninth Level first.
By now, daylight had fully broken, and the bustling sounds of people filled the air outside.
Despite a night of cultivation, Luo Cheng did not feel fatigued and decided to visit Lingyun Pavilion.
Linjiang City’s Lingyun Pavilion was located at the center of the city—a massive structure spanning over a thousand meters in width and length, with four entrances guarded at each.
The guards stood alert, their sharp gazes exuding vigorous Essence Qi; even the weakest among them were Martial Artists at the First Layer of Transcendence Realm.
"Such grandeur! It seems the background of Lingyun Pavilion is indeed extraordinary."
Luo Cheng thought of Luo Yao.
Rumor had it that she hailed from the upper echelons of Lingyun Pavilion, her status exceptional. Whether he would ever meet her again was uncertain.
Following the crowd, Luo Cheng entered the building.
The interior was vast, with crystal columns standing tall, dividing the space into numerous large halls.
Each hall showcased different treasures, ranging from Elixir Pills, Soul Crystals, and Weapon Treasures, to Secret Books of Cultivation and Martial Arts...
It could be said that everything needed by a Martial Artist could be found here.
Luo Cheng observed the crowd; many of them were teenagers, both boys and girls.
Clad in luxurious attire and surrounded by followers, their bearing was extraordinary—clearly, they were either wealthy or noble, likely young prodigies coming for the trials of the Three Great Sects.
Someone like Luo Cheng, standing alone, was rare.
Retracting his gaze, Luo Cheng headed toward the hall selling Spiritual Elixirs.
He planned to purchase some Spirit Pills and Spiritual Medicine to help him break through to the Third Layer of Transcendence Realm.
Within the hall, there were rows of crystalline counters displaying Spirit Pills and Spiritual Medicine that shimmered with various luminous lights. The strong scent of the medicine filled the room.
Since it was early in the hour, the hall was not crowded; a few maids stood by the counters, observing the customers entering.
Luo Cheng stepped into the hall, and the maids glanced at him briefly before quickly averting their gaze.
With the vast number of customers they received daily at Lingyun Pavilion, these maids could instantly discern a person’s wealth and social status.
Young and plainly dressed, Luo Cheng lacked even a single servant at his side, clearly just a poor boy here to see the world—they couldn’t be bothered to engage with him.
At that moment, several others entered the hall.
Two young men in ornate clothing walked in, trailed by two servants.
The pair had Treasure Swords sheathed at their waists, their faces brimming with arrogance.
"Sirs, may I ask what you’re looking for?"
The maids immediately clustered around them, enthusiasm evident in their gestures.
One servant raised his head and declared, "My masters wish to advance to the Transcendence Realm. We need several Two-star Body Tempering Spirit Pills."
"For Two-star Body Tempering Spirit Pills, the Tiger Bone Pill is the most effective. Sirs, please follow me!"
The leading maid flashed a radiant smile. With a price of tens of thousands of silver taels, completing this transaction would earn her a significant commission.
In stark contrast, Luo Cheng’s side remained quiet and deserted.
Luo Cheng paid no mind, intending to browse for suitable Spiritual Medicine on his own.
Just then, a timid voice sounded beside him.
"Young master, may I offer assistance in finding some Elixir Pills?"
A shy, round-faced maid stood beside him.
The round-faced maid seemed to be sixteen or seventeen years old, charmingly pretty but wearing a somewhat reserved smile.
Luo Cheng replied, "Please show me the Body Refining Spiritual Medicine first."
Though slightly disappointed to hear Luo Cheng wanted to merely browse initially, the round-faced maid maintained her cheerful demeanor as she replied, "Young master, the Body Refining Spiritual Medicine is this way. Please follow me."
Witnessing this, the other maids, who had failed to engage the wealthier customers, scoffed.
"It’s typical for inexperienced rookies to entertain such poor lads."
"Wait and see; it’ll be a wasted effort for sure."
The group sneered at the backs of Luo Cheng and the round-faced maid.
Arriving at the Body Refining Spiritual Medicine section, Luo Cheng observed as he walked, stopping at a crystal counter.
Inside the counter was a purple-gold Spirit Pill labeled as Yunzang Pill, a Three-star Spirit Pill priced at seventy thousand silver taels!
"Seventy thousand silver taels, what an exorbitant price."
Luo Cheng sighed.
Typically, a Three-star Spiritual Medicine cost around twenty-five thousand silver taels, whereas Three-star Spirit Pills commanded three times that price!
It was no wonder Alchemists were considered the wealthiest profession.
A single Three-star Spiritual Medicine could yield multiple Spirit Pills—not just one.
The profit margins were astounding!
The round-faced maid, not expecting Luo Cheng to have the means to buy the Yunzang Pill, still warmly explained:
"Young master, this Yunzang Pill is crafted from top-tier Three-star Spiritual Medicine, capable of tempering the five viscera and six organs of Martial Artists. For those in the Third Layer of Transcendence Realm especially, it offers immense benefits. At seventy thousand silver taels, the price is quite reasonable."
Luo Cheng nodded, "I’ll take one."
Though he could refine Three-star Spiritual Medicine to absorb its medicinal properties, it couldn’t achieve the unique effects of Spirit Pills.
This Yunzang Pill would aid him in breaking through to the Third Layer of Transcendence Realm.
Hearing Luo Cheng’s words, the round-faced maid froze momentarily, eyes widening: "You—you want one Yunzang Pill?"
Luo Cheng turned his head, "Is that a problem?"
"No, no problem at all. Young master, do you require anything else?"
The round-faced maid shook her head vigorously, her face flushed from the overwhelming surprise, fists clenched tightly.
Luo Cheng pondered for a moment, "Take me to see the Three-star Spiritual Medicine."
"Young master, this way, please."
In the Three-star Spiritual Medicine section, Luo Cheng selected eight Three-star Spiritual Medicine in one go!
With the aid of the Nine-colored Scale’s refining ability, Luo Cheng could use Spiritual Medicine without much side effects. This advantage was too significant to ignore.
As for money and wealth, Luo Cheng didn’t concern himself.
Strength was everything; money and wealth were fleeting.
The Lin Family, for instance—without strength, even immense wealth couldn’t be safeguarded.
The round-faced maid felt as if she were walking on air as she led Luo Cheng to the counter to retrieve the medicine.
"Young master, the total for eight Three-star Spiritual Medicine is one million, nine hundred thousand silver taels. Adding the Yunzang Pill, your total is two million, six hundred thousand silver taels."
The round-faced maid cautiously reported the sum.
Two million, six hundred thousand silver taels!
Hearing this, several other maids from nearby looked over at Luo Cheng with expressions of amazement and doubt.
"Two million, six hundred thousand silver taels? Does he really have that much money?"
"He’s bluffing. Typical small families can’t produce such vast wealth."
The maids whispered among themselves, doubting Luo Cheng’s financial capability. To them, this seemed a mere boastful attempt to maintain appearances—a situation they had frequently encountered before.
