Dao Fruit

"No money?"

Although Hu Qi's words were euphemistic, Qiu Yan still grasped the key point at once.

Whether in the past life or this life, as long as it is in human society, there is always a saying that is always correct-

You can't move forward without money.

The silver money of Qiu Yan and others was earned by him from selling calligraphy in Dongdu. The amount was not small, but along the way, ordinary expenses were fine, and there were several accidents, and the expenses were not small. Now, after buying a bunch of medicinal materials, it is finally used up.

Of course, for cultivators like Qiu Yan and Hu Qi who are concentrating their souls and refining their spirits, it is not difficult to get money, but there are many inconveniences in being in Xingjing. In addition, it is after the joint examination and before the results are announced, so it is necessary to act cautiously, so there are not many ways to make money in a short time.

However, Qiu Yan did not show any surprise about this, as if he had expected it. While listening to Hu Qi's words, he also maintained the connection between his mind and Xingjing's will, and at the same time vibrated his muscles, bones and membranes, so that the medicinal power spread to his limbs and bones, replenishing the consumption of qi and blood.

Most of these herbs are common, but when combined together, they can be regarded as tonics.

The bowl of herbs that Hu Qi brought was very heavy, enough for ordinary people to eat for ten days or half a month. If ordinary people swallowed it in one mouthful, they would inevitably be unable to be supplemented and would suffer instead. Although Qiu Yan's breath was weak, his foundation was there, and the Seven Souls Transformation Pill could withstand it.

However, although the herbs were very heavy, they could only barely replenish the blood and qi consumed by Qiu Yan, and it was still not enough.

In fact, Qiu Yan had a better choice, such as the jade pendant on his waist, which contained surging blood and qi, which could strengthen the muscles and bones and replenish consumption, but it came from the acquired power of the demon king, which was not as nutritious as the natural nutrition of herbs. If you rashly absorb it, it will not only leave impurities in the body, but also integrate into the blood and qi and bone marrow. If you want to eliminate the influence, you have to spend too much energy and time. Qiu Yan has now condensed the virtual pill and entered the second stage of the third realm. He can change the nature of his flesh and blood. During this period, any impurities that affect the blood and bone marrow cannot be ignored and will become an obstacle to future advancement.

You know, if you want to turn the virtual pill into a real pill, it is one of the steps to remove impurities and purify the seven souls. Only then can you produce true essence, so how can you add impurities?

In contrast, although medicinal materials also have acquired medicinal residues, they are different from the essence of human flesh and blood and are easier to be excreted from the body.

In addition, Qiu Yan has a more ideal choice of medicinal materials around him, but it is difficult to start because of friendship.

"Using medicinal herbs to replenish Qi and blood is still insufficient. Although it can prevent the decline of life cultivation, as long as you continue to comprehend, constantly stripping Qi and blood, strengthening and nourishing the soul, the weakening of the body is inevitable. However, from my current feelings, it may not be a bad thing..." Qiu Yan changed his mind, took a deep breath, and his heart moved. The soul shrank and swelled a little, and the connection with the city's will became closer and closer. The soul seemed to be able to break out of the body at any time and fly away with the wind. The restraint of the flesh and blood body on the soul was almost dissipated. "My body is weakening, my soul is getting stronger, the balance of life is broken, and the connection between soul and spirit is almost broken. On the one hand, my body is weakening rapidly, but at the same time, my soul is temporarily superior to flesh and blood, and the perception it releases is more sensitive, not constrained by itself, and more conducive to contact with Xingjing's thoughts. This is an opportunity, but the specific veins have not been sorted out yet."

When ordinary cultivators reach the third realm, one of their lives must be the main and the other the auxiliary, so that they can merge into one and no longer affect each other. However, Qiu Yan's life and death are on par, but there is no way to truly merge them into one. It's nothing at ordinary times, but in fact, they restrict each other, and the perception of the soul is limited.

Thinking about it, he glanced at Hu Qi and slowly stood up.

"It's better to maintain a weak state first. The soul is still there. With the help of Xingjing's will, you can explore the surroundings. You are not afraid of danger. In the capital Xingjing, even cultivators have to restrain their open robbery and at most use hidden arrows."

After thinking about it, Qiu Yan took out a piece of calligraphy slowly and handed it to Hu Qi.

This time, he would have to sell calligraphy and paintings to earn money like before.

Just as Dai Guo said, Qiu Yan's calligraphy is valuable. Anyone who knows the value of it can see its value. Xingjing is the capital of Da Rui and the center of the world. There are many study rooms and painting shops in the city. In terms of quantity, there are many more than Dongdu.

As soon as Qiu Yan's calligraphy and paintings were taken away, the eyes of the owners and shopkeepers lit up.

How many people in this business don't know the value of it? Qiu Yan's calligraphy has charm. Anyone who is not blind can see it, but the final result is not satisfactory.

When Hu Qi brought the calligraphy back to the inn, Qiu Yan couldn't help but feel puzzled.

Hu Qi had to explain with a wry smile: "Sir, their bid is too low, not even one-third of what Dongdu Qianshuzhai offers."

The last time I sold a piece of calligraphy, I got ten taels, which is not a small amount. Today, Da Rui mainly uses copper coins as the currency of circulation, and merchants near Guanzhong also use Jiaozi. Relatively speaking, there is not much mining and import of silver, so it is considered a value-preserving item and is worth a lot.

Ten taels of silver, in Qiu Yan's previous life, was at least the annual income of the middle class.

When selling calligraphy in Dongdu, Qiu Yan was not very famous. Even if the calligraphy was charming, it was still a high price. Although the skills of calligraphy and painting are important, they are also affected by other factors. The most typical point is that the works of living people are not as good as those of dead people, and the young are not as good as those of the old.

But now, Qiu Yan has a certain reputation in Xingjing. The calligraphy has a signature and a seal. If it is said that it is only worth three taels of silver, it would be too much.

Qiu Yan frowned slightly and pondered.

"Three taels? This goes beyond the normal price reduction. It's a bit of a suppression. I heard what you mean, and I've visited many study rooms. Is it all at this price? Isn't there anyone here who wants to pick up the missing items?"

Three taels of silver was supposed to be a considerable amount of income, but Hu Qi knew that in the coming period, he would have to buy several quantities of medicinal materials every day, and when including daily expenses, it would be far from enough.

Silver may seem like a small thing, but it affects the whole body. Without medicinal materials to replenish the body, it is impossible to maintain the understanding of the city's will and dragon energy, thus disrupting Qiu Yan's plan and causing the loss of a rare opportunity. The gain outweighs the loss, but it cannot be To be taken advantage of, everyone will slaughter you.

After thinking about it, Qiu Yan shook his head and wondered if he should change his approach.

"Sir, although I don't know much about calligraphy, I still know the way of buying and selling. Things have always been rare and valuable. One of your paintings can only be exchanged for three taels in Xingjing. If you want to maintain the expenses, you will have to pay for it every day." One painting will be sold in two or three days, but if you sell too many, it will be worthless. The young master’s calligraphy is a treasure, how can he be humiliated like this!”

As he spoke, his face showed resentment.

If you paint and write every day and waste time without speaking, you will easily be looked down upon and leave gossip. Hu Qi also understands this truth, but seeing his expression, Qiu Yan changed his mind and asked: "Are you? Didn’t you get some news?”

Hu Bi nodded and said: "Back to the young master, I got a tip in a study. I heard that the calligraphy and painting business in Xingjing is controlled by one person, buying low and selling high. Although the young master's calligraphy has charm, his calligraphy and painting accomplishments are not known. They can figure it out before it spreads in Xingjing!"

"Industry monopoly?" Qiu Yan was slightly surprised, "Xingjing deserves to be the capital of the country, and the tertiary industry is developing in full swing."

"Huh? Master, what did you say?"

"No, it's nothing." Qiu Yan shook his head and flicked his fingers, "This study is connected with the same spirit, and it really has its own rules. I have some reputation in Xingjing, but it is limited to Shilin candidates, so it doesn't count. Loud, it’s not easy to handle after all. It seems I need to find another way, but I’m not good at making money either. I hope it won’t waste too much time.”

When Hu Qi heard this, he stopped talking. Qiu Yan looked at him and asked him. He then said: "When I was leaving, an old man reminded me that the most famous young people in Xingjing are Bai Zhaoyuan, Wen Zhizhen, If Qi Jiulian and others are allowed to sign their names on the paintings and calligraphy, even the person behind the study and painting shop will not be able to suppress them too much and will get some justice. "

"Looking for someone to co-sign?" Qiu Yan frowned slightly. Although he didn't want to cause trouble, after all, it was his own work, and he would definitely not feel comfortable relying on other people's names to promote it.

Hu Qi raised his opinion and said no more, just waiting.

Qiu Yan thought for a while and finally said: "Well, in this world, you have to put in something before you can get something. I originally wanted to wait until the results were released before starting to raise my hopes, but I didn't have to wait until these few days to solve it first." Let’s talk about the matter at hand.”

"Young master, do you have an idea?" Hu Qi asked at the right time.

Qiu Yan glanced at him: "Didn't you say that Pang Qianru was going to hold a banquet?"

"Yes, sir, are you planning to attend the banquet?" Hu Qi had a worried look on his face, clearly worried about Qiu Yan's health.

"There are only three things to do. If you continue to reject the kindness of this general, you will be self-defeating," Qiu Yan said with a smile, "Besides, you really need to experience this Xingjing Wen Banquet, otherwise you won't have the chance to attend it when you become an official. Experienced.”

As he finished speaking, other thoughts flashed through his mind.

"These many things are crowded together, and it's really confusing. I just hope that Jiuling Mountain can support it for a little longer."

………………

At the same time, in the next room, the two elders of Jinwu were sitting cross-legged with their eyes closed, but suddenly they opened their eyes at the same time. There seemed to be flames in their eyes, and then they both looked surprised.

"At that moment just now, you and I Yuanying were trembling, and we were filled with chills, as if we were being watched by someone!"

The two looked at each other, communicated using a special method, then turned their gazes and looked out the window, but what they saw was an ordinary scene, nothing unusual.

"strangeness……"

They did not notice that there were two faint shadows on the sky, shuttling in the gap between the dragon auras.

"The host of the Heart Monkey is in this room! But for some reason, the will of the city here is too strong, and we need to consider it in the long term..." (To be continued. Please search Piaotian Literature, the novel will be better and updated faster!)