Peeping into the Immortal Road

Chapter 57 Asking for help
"Is there anything else you don't understand?" Master Mo Dan asked.

Ji Chang lowered his head and pondered for a moment, then slowly shook his head and replied: "Master, I understand now."

Upon seeing this, Master Mo Dan nodded with satisfaction, a gratified smile on his face.

He stretched out his finger, gently pointed at Ji Chang, and said: "Okay, I really didn't make a mistake about you. With your understanding and diligence, you will definitely be promoted to a mid-level alchemist within three years."

Upon hearing this, Ji Chang quickly said, "Disciple will definitely work harder and live up to your expectations."

"Yeah." Master Mo Dan responded softly.

Suddenly, he changed the subject and asked, "By the way, have you been close to that kid from the Chen family recently?"

Ji Chang was slightly stunned, then realized that Master Mo Dan was talking about Chen Yinghu, so he nodded.

"Yes, Master."

"Although the boy from the Chen family appears to be friendly on the surface, he is actually deep-minded, forbearing and vicious."

Master Mo Dan said slowly: "You are close to him, so be careful and don't let him take advantage of you."

"Yes, disciple will be careful." Ji Chang replied respectfully.

Ji Chang has been using his ability to spy on Chen Yinghu for several years, so he naturally knows his true nature.

But at this moment, when I heard my master's instructions, my heart was still warmed.

Seeing this, Master Mo Dan nodded with satisfaction. He knew that Ji Chang was not a stupid person and would be able to understand the interests involved with just a little guidance.

"Remember, people in the world of immortal cultivation are treacherous and the conflicts of interest are extremely complicated." Master Mo Dan reminded again.

"Although you are gifted and have a strong character, you must always remain vigilant and not trust others easily."

"Master, I will definitely remember your teachings and stay vigilant at all times." Ji Chang replied in a deep voice.

Master Mo Dan nodded slightly and continued, "However, for cultivators like me, cultivation is the foundation. Conspiracies, calculations, and cunning human hearts are nothing but passing clouds in the face of absolute strength."

"If you can successfully build your foundation, these so-called calculations will disappear like smoke and dust with just a light palm strike from you."

His words revealed his expectations for Ji Chang.

……

Late at night, Lingquan Pavilion.

Ji Chang and Chen Yinghu were sitting in a private room. The room was brightly lit. Ji Chang and Chen Yinghu were sitting opposite each other. The table was covered with delicate silk and was filled with exquisite wine utensils and snacks.

Around them, several female nuns in cool clothes held wine jugs and jade cups, with charming smiles on their faces, serving the two distinguished guests attentively.

The air was filled with the faint aroma of wine and the subtle fragrance emanating from the female monks. These smells intertwined together to create an atmosphere that was both luxurious and slightly ambiguous.

Chen Yinghu raised his glass to Ji Chang, with a gentle smile on his face: "Fellow Daoist Ji, this glass of wine is for you."

Seeing this, Ji Chang quickly let go of the arm that was around the female cultivator, sat up straight, raised his glass and said in response: "Fellow Daoist Chen, you are too polite. I should be the one toasting you."

The two people's wine glasses touched lightly in the air, making a crisp sound.

Chen Yinghu put down his wine glass and sighed softly: "To be honest, I came here this time to ask for something."

His eyes became serious as he stared into Ji Chang's eyes.

Ji Chang's heart was moved, but he didn't show it on his face. Instead, he said enthusiastically: "Fellow Daoist Chen, please feel free to speak up. We are close friends. There is no need to be so polite. If there is anything you can do for me, please let me know. I will certainly do my best to help you."

There was sincerity in his voice, as if he was ready to go through fire and water for his friend.

Chen Yinghu's eyes flashed with gratitude when he heard this. He took a deep breath and said slowly, "Then I'll be frank. I would like to ask Fellow Daoist Ji for help in getting a Cocoon-Transforming Pill."

When Ji Chang heard this, his heart moved slightly.

This Cocoon-Transforming Pill is similar to the Barrier-Breaking Pill, both are realm-breaking pills.

However, the Barrier Breaking Pill is a first-class middle-grade pill, which is used by cultivators in the early stage of Qi Refining to break through to the middle stage of Qi Refining. The Cocoon Transformation Pill is a first-class high-grade pill, which is used by cultivators in the middle stage of Qi Refining to break through to the late stage of Qi Refining.

The Chen family does not have a top-grade first-class alchemist, so they cannot be self-sufficient in producing such realm-breaking elixirs.

Ji Chang's master, Master Mo Dan, is a top-grade alchemist who is able to refine this kind of elixir.

However, despite Master Mo's high attainments in alchemy, the pills sold by Qiancao Pavilion are limited to first-grade medium-quality and first-grade lower-quality pills.

If a cultivator wants to purchase a first-grade, high-quality elixir, he must personally bring the reward and the required spiritual medicine and come to Master Mo to ask him to refine the elixir.

If the high-quality elixir you are refining is relatively rare, you will need to bring the corresponding elixir recipe with you.

Despite such harsh conditions, Master Mo Dan was a rare first-class alchemist in the market, and there was still an endless stream of cultivators coming to him for help in refining pills.

This means that if you want to ask Master Mo Dan to make an elixir, you not only need to prepare the remuneration, but also make an appointment in advance.

This time, Chen Yinghu approached Ji Chang, probably to take advantage of their close relationship in order to get the opportunity to refine the elixir in advance.

After all, Chen Yinghu sought the Cocoon-Transforming Pill in order to save himself several years of hard work and quickly break through the bottleneck.

If the alchemy was delayed for a while, it would undoubtedly be a huge loss for Chen Yinghu.

Thinking of this, Ji Chang already had an idea in his mind.

Ji Chang smiled and said, "Fellow Daoist Chen, I will take care of this matter. However, the spiritual medicine needed to refine the cocoon pill and the reward for asking my master to help, all of these must be prepared in advance."

Upon hearing this, Chen Yinghu felt relieved and nodded quickly.

"Please rest assured, Fellow Daoist Ji, all of these have been prepared."

As he spoke, he took out a storage bag from his arms and handed it to Ji Chang.

Ji Chang took the storage bag, slightly activated his magic power, and sensed the contents inside.

All the magical medicines and magical stones are ready.

His heart moved slightly, and he thought to himself: Chen Yinghu is quite well prepared.

However, Ji Chang did not rush to put away the storage bag, but waited quietly. His action seemed to imply something.

Seeing this, Chen Yinghu cursed in his heart.

But he showed no expression on his face and still maintained a decent smile. He raised his hand and took out another exquisite jade box from the storage bag.

"Friend Ji, this is just a small token of my respect."

As Chen Yinghu spoke, he handed the jade box to Ji Chang.

Ji Chang took the jade box, opened it gently and took a look. There were several top-grade talismans in the jade box.

A hint of satisfaction flashed in Ji Chang's eyes. He smiled slightly and put the jade box away.

"Fellow Daoist Chen, this is so embarrassing."

Although he said this, his hands did not slow down at all.

After putting away the jade box, Ji Chang's hand naturally reached out to the waist of the female cultivator beside him. At the same time, he raised his glass to Chen Yinghu, and then drank it all.

Seeing this, Chen Yinghu also hugged the female cultivator beside him and raised his glass to drink with Ji Chang.

At this moment, they threw away all the calculations and plans in their hearts and indulged themselves in the pleasures of life before them.

The two female cultivators were also smiling sweetly and responding to them, making the whole room filled with a charming atmosphere.

The banquet lasted for a long time, until the night grew darker and the alcohol wore off, and then the two men each took the female cultivator and left the room.

(End of this chapter)