Chapter 3: Scammers Selling Medicine.
Qin Shi's only roommate is a hardworking and thrifty rural student named Zhang Hai. He leaves early and returns late every day, making it difficult for the two to meet.
These in front of me are all fake goods.
The smile was obscure, and Qin Shi left the tree-lined path, following the memories of the original host back to his own residence.
Qin Shi picked up the alchemy furnace and examined it carefully in his hand, instantly his eyes lit up.
Qin Shi can distinguish the quality of these familiar little things even with his eyes closed.
By heating with firewood, temperature control must rely on the eyes to observe and the body to feel.
Didn't expect this alchemy furnace to be so effective, I managed to produce two Clear Heart Pills on my first attempt!
This cinnabar furnace may not be as valuable as the Heavenly Demon Purple Cloud Cauldron, but it is worth at least the price of a top-quality jade crystal. This guy is only asking for fifty yuan.
Everyone looked at Qin Shi like a fool, gradually the crowd watching the excitement dispersed, after being busy for half a day, not a single pill was sold.
All of a sudden, Qin Shi thought of the old man who sold alchemy furnaces. Why not learn from him and set up a stall on the street?
Unfortunately, Qin Shi can only refine some low-level elixirs.
The most important thing is that there is no disturbance here, it is very quiet.
How can I return to the Tianyue Continent?
The Dan furnace has been burning vigorously. Qin Shi concentrates his mind, gathers his energy, and feels the separation and combination of the elixir in the furnace.
Qin Yang learned to imitate others. He found a place in a small alley, held the velvet box in his hand, and used a bamboo pole to lift the banner with four large characters written on it. At first glance, it really looked like a quack doctor from ancient times.
Qin Shi discovered a faint spiritual energy in the back mountains of this school, although it is far inferior to the Tianyue Continent, it is better than nothing.
It is possible that he is a fraudster in the martial arts world, and he cannot be trusted.
But then another problem arose, as Qin Shi found that he didn't have much money left.
I didn't expect to see such decent and authentic treasures on Earth. Now I won't have to worry about lacking tools for alchemy.
Not long after, two fresh pills were produced.
Bank card deposits have long been in single digits, with a total of only about 500. Because of moving out of the Qin family, naturally there will be no more pocket money from anyone, and Qin Shi himself has never thought of going back to ask for it.
Tianfu Square, here is the most prosperous commercial area in Linyang City, with bustling crowds every day.
With the remaining money, Qin Shi went to the herbal medicine shop to buy some Chinese herbs and some materials needed for alchemy, and went directly to a secluded place in the back mountain to start alchemy.
Helpless, Qin Shi temporarily put aside the matter of cultivation and first relied on the divine herb to open up the meridians before making any further decisions.
The green one is Qingxin Dan, which can clear the mind and enhance memory. The black one is Dabu Dan, as long as a person is not dead, taking one Dabu Dan guarantees that they can live for another year.
In the Tianyue Continent, I use the Tian Sha Zi Yun Ding passed down by my ancestors in the sect to refine pills. Although the pill furnace in front of me is much smaller than the Zi Yun Ding and its quality is slightly inferior, it is still a top-grade pill furnace. Moreover, its size is just right, making it very handy to use.
Qin Shigan is willing to bet that if his master sees this alchemy method, he will definitely kill him!
On the surface, Qin Shi appeared calm, but inside he was already bursting with joy.
I want to sell these pills at a good price, so I need to package them properly.
You're crazy, selling this tiny pill for five thousand.
Carrying this little treasure in his arms, Qin Shi was so excited that he didn't sleep all night.
On that day, Qin Shi went to the antique market for a stroll. As he passed by a small stall, he saw many people haggling around an old man.
Upon careful investigation, it appears that the host's childhood fever may have caused blockage in certain acupuncture points and meridians in the brain.
Feeling the warmth of the furnace, Qin Shi experienced an indescribable sensation in his heart
Slowly opening the alchemical furnace, two black pills suddenly appeared within the cauldron
How to sell the elixir has troubled Qin Shi, as the pharmacy will definitely not accept it, and he himself does not know where to find a buyer
Qin Shi comes from the Tianyue Continent, where such things are essentially considered toys for children, quite ordinary.
Given the current situation, it seems that returning to the Tianyue Continent will not be so easy, especially since Qin Shilian himself cannot even find the reason for his own possession
As the bell for the second class rang, Xia Xiaoxiao bid farewell to Qin Shi
The people in this world have extremely poor health and are plagued by constant ailments. If one could refine some elixirs in this regard, would it not be highly sought after
Everyone has never seen such a setup for a stall; some people not only watched but also took out their phones to record it.
After all, they are just low-grade elixirs, and Qin Shi's approach to the process seemed somewhat perfunctory. He stuffed all the medicinal materials into the furnace, lit the fire, and slowly began the refining.
"Buddy, you really know how to boast. According to your logic, even a person in a vegetative state could wake up?" a young man said with a grin.
This novel vending method has attracted quite a number of people to stop and watch
Black, made of bronze, with the eight directions engraved as Heaven, Water, Mountain, Thunder, Wind, Fire, Earth, and Marsh, and a beast head guarding the furnace
"Yes!" Qin Shi replied succinctly and decisively, suppressing the urge to laugh, took out some money from his pocket and stuffed it into the old man's hand, picked up the alchemical furnace, and turned to leave.
Qin Shi hurried back to the dormitory, rummaging through drawers until he found a red velvet watch box. He carefully placed the four pills inside, making it look considerably more upscale.
Without hesitation, Qin Shi added some other medicinal herbs into the alchemy furnace, while the strong fire beneath heated it up
The decision has been made, and now the key issue is to acquire a cauldron.
Qin Shi regarded this person as nothing more than a troublemaker and did not pay any attention to him
How much does it cost for one? Someone noticed that Qin Shi's expression was serious, not like a fraud, yet they were skeptical about such a miraculous medicine. Therefore, they wanted to inquire about the price, thinking that if it were inexpensive, they might give it a try
Watching her departing figure, Qin Shi couldn't help but think of his junior sister again. The two of them had very similar personalities, but... he wondered if his junior sister was still alive now
"Five thousand for one." As soon as Qin Shi opened his mouth, the people around laughed even harder.
Several restaurants offer salaries that are too low; for an ordinary student, it may be sufficient for basic living. However, Qin Shi not only needs to make ends meet, but the medicinal materials he will require in the future will become increasingly valuable, and this salary is simply inadequate.
Qin Shi tossed and turned in bed, unable to fall asleep, so he simply sat up.
With a creak, the door to the dormitory was slowly pushed open, revealing a room furnished with four beds, in a state of disarray.
Otherwise, as a "fool" oneself, one would certainly be bullied very badly by others
How can one attract the attention of others with only four glass ball-sized pills?
Well, since I am already here, I shall make the best of it; now that my soul has been reborn in the body of this fool, Qin Shi, I will live my life to the fullest; the first thing I need to do now is to cultivate my martial arts properly
This dormitory accommodates four people; however, due to the previous occupant being rather foolish, everyone disliked living with him, resulting in only two people currently residing here
However, after a few days, Qin Shi discovered that the constitution of this body was truly terrible. Even absorbing spiritual energy did not lead to any improvement, and the progress was so slow that it was infuriating
A few items were scattered on the old man's stall, including bracelets, jade pendants, jade ornaments, agate, and a silver cane
This young man is truly amusing, so attention-seeking, is he desperate for fame?
Surrounded by a flurry of discussions from others, Qin Shi, however, appeared indifferent, embodying the sentiment of "While others laugh at my madness, I laugh at their inability to see through it"
It is done
What is the magical elixir for
What should I do
After some contemplation, Qin Shi ultimately decided not to give up
However, since it is my first time setting up a stall, I still need to provide some introduction about my items
As a wave of fragrance slowly wafted out, Qin Shi felt a surge of joy in his heart
"Boss, how much is this stove?" Qin Shi thought for a moment and finally asked.
The quail eggs are of a size that is bright black all over, with a faint medicinal aroma when smelled
Qin Shi spoke very calmly, without any hint of boasting, yet those around him couldn't help but laugh.
Qingxin Dan and Dabudan are both low-level elixirs, lacking spiritual energy enhancement, and their medicinal potency is not too strong, making them ideal for regulating the body
The so-called alchemy primarily revolves around the word "refine". Mastering the flames and controlling the temperature is of utmost importance. The entire process is exceedingly complex; knowing when to apply intense heat and when to reduce it requires the alchemist to exercise meticulous control to the finest detail.
How can this work? The skills cultivated by oneself must rely on the operation of the body's acupuncture points and meridians, and it is essential to find a way to open the acupuncture points
However, Qin Shi felt somewhat disheartened due to his financial constraints
The most important aspect of alchemy is actually the control of flames and temperature
Sighing deeply, Qin Shi felt a bead of sweat gather on his forehead, which then slid down his straight nose to the tip, where it fell.
Classmate, do you want it or not? In this case, take it for thirty yuan; I don't want it here as it takes up space. If you don't want it, then forget it.
Disappointed, Qin Shi shook his head and was about to leave when he inadvertently caught sight of a small alchemical furnace, about the size of a teapot, placed in the corner
After some consideration, Qin Shi believes that it is more reliable to find a job first
The size of a fingernail, a vibrant green color, a pure luster, and an intoxicating fragrance—this is indeed a highly nourishing elixir of superior quality.
Unable to use true fire, and cannot harness elemental energy either. In order to save money, even the medicinal materials are purchased at a medium quality.
Without money, it is impossible to buy medicine; without medicine, one cannot prepare the herbal concoction to unblock the acupoints, and thus the practice of cultivation becomes mere empty talk
Just when Qin Yang was frowning in distress, he suddenly realized that he could refine pills and exchange them for money
Qin Shi held several pills in the palm of his hand, overjoyed. If everything continued to go this smoothly, returning to the Tianyue Continent would be just around the corner
As for learning, in my memory, there is a place called "library," which contains many books. Perhaps there one can find a way to return to the Moonlight Continent.
While he was secretly excited, the old man thought that fifty yuan was a bit expensive for Qin Shi, and unexpectedly took the initiative to lower the price
In the past, on the Tianyue Continent, I looked down upon the crafting of such low-level elixirs. Yet now, here I am, guarding the alchemy furnace, carefully controlling the flames, all for the sake of selling elixirs to earn a little money to spend
Having made up his mind, Qin Shi began a daily routine of eating, sleeping, and attending classes, ultimately going to the library to explore the knowledge of the world; in the evenings, he would practice on a secluded mountain behind the dormitory.
After taking off his school uniform, Qin Shi lay on the bed, but his thoughts wandered far away.
At present, with this body of mine, lacking any elemental power and my cultivation having nearly fallen to the lowest point, even if I were to find a way back, would I truly have the ability to return?
The old man was attending to several customers who were looking at jade, leaving him no time to pay attention to a high school student, and he casually replied, "Take it for fifty yuan"
Qin Shi had a burst of inspiration and created a facade with the four large characters "Magical Elixir" written on it
Without hesitation, Qin Shi left the dormitory and inquired at several small restaurants near the school.
On the Tianyue Continent, this level of elixir is used for practice by novice alchemists, so it does not require spiritual power to refine. Although its efficacy is somewhat inferior, it is far more potent than the best medicines in this world
What, fifty yuan