Chapter 8: The Swindler

Ye Chenfeng looked at Lian Sanjun, his brows slightly furrowed, and spoke in a low voice

The formation talisman is exceedingly profound; I can only comprehend a fraction of it and cannot accurately determine its value. If you are unable to disclose the origin of this talisman, my Baiyun Trading Company can only purchase it at the lowest price for inferior talismans. Although the old man in the blue robe sensed that the golden needle talisman offered by Ye Chenfeng contained intricate formations, he did not dare to take the risk of spending a large sum to acquire it

Please wait, sir

Is there no other way to assess the value of this array talisman of mine?" Ye Chenfeng pressed for an answer

There is another method, which is to publicly test the power; however, the formation symbols for the experiment need to be provided by you yourself said the old man in the blue robe

"What is the lowest price for this inferior product?" Ye Chenfeng furrowed his brow slightly and asked

Upon hearing the price quoted by the old man in the blue robe, Ye Chenfeng was immediately rendered speechless, as the price he offered was precisely the cost price of the Golden Needle Talisman, without accounting for the significant losses incurred during its refinement.

The Lord of Baidi City has offered a reward of 100,000 taels of silver to find a divine physician to treat his gravely ill father, Bai Xishan

As Butler Bai scrutinized Ye Chenfeng, a man dressed in splendid attire, with a tall stature and handsome appearance, emerged from the residence. He looked at Ye Chenfeng, who was wearing cheap clothing and carrying a small medicine box, with disdain and insulted him in a rude manner.

Although the talisman paper itself does not affect the quality and power of the formation talisman, the formation masters are of such noble status that they would never use such inferior talisman paper to craft formation talismans, as it would diminish their prestige

After a while, an elderly man dressed in a deep blue robe, with graying hair and wearing a pair of gold-rimmed glasses, entered the back hall. He glanced at Ye Chenfeng, who was sitting in the armchair with a blank expression, and asked: "Are you the one selling the array talismans?"

Ye Chenfeng said apologetically that he would never easily expose the secrets he carried unless absolutely necessary, to avoid bringing about a fatal disaster.

If he is unable to sell the golden needle talisman, then all his efforts will be in vain, and he will have no money to purchase cultivation resources

"Lian Sanjun, how did he end up here"

However, judging by their tightly furrowed brows, it is evident that they are at a loss regarding the condition of Bai Xishan

However, this time, two silver needles deviated, resulting in his arm being pierced and streams of fresh blood flowing down his arm

Early in the morning, Ye Chenfeng put on the human skin mask again, carrying the small medicine chest he had just purchased yesterday, and walked towards the city lord's mansion under the morning sunlight.

three thousand taels of silver

Upon seeing the content of the reward posted on the notice, Ye Chenfeng's eyes immediately lit up; he was currently troubled by the lack of ways to earn money, and an opportunity had just presented itself

As Ye Chenfeng aimlessly walked to the center of the city, he unexpectedly discovered a crowd gathered by a vermilion courtyard wall, discussing something.

Heavenly Needle

I can leave, but I hope you will not regret it, for I am the only one who can save the old master Bai

Then, Ye Chenfeng once again picked up more than ten silver needles and, following the technique of the Heavenly Mysterious Needle, pricked them into his own arm once more

Suddenly, a large amount of white smoke erupted from Ye Chenfeng's arm, and the forces of hot and cold instantly spread throughout his entire arm, giving him a tingling sensation.

"Three thousand taels of silver," said the old man in the blue robe, extending three fingers.

"Um, I have a talisman and would like to assess its value for sale," Ye Chenfeng nodded and said, taking out the golden needle talisman and handing it to the old man in the blue robe

What he currently lacks is only experience

After practicing for an entire night, Ye Chenfeng, possessing an extraordinary level of insight, had essentially mastered the essence of the Tianxuan Needle's technique, achieving an accuracy rate of over 90% in his needle application.

Understood, I will not disturb you any further. With no hope of selling, Ye Chenfeng did not linger and got up to leave

About five minutes later, the old man in the blue robe completed his assessment, looked up at Ye Chenfeng, and slowly said: "This is indeed a complete array talisman; I wonder how you obtained it"

It seems that I have not yet mastered the essence of the Heavenly Mysterious Needle technique. Ye Chenfeng removed the silver needle that was inserted in his arm, closed his eyes to reflect on his experiences, and continued his needle manipulation practice

If I can earn these 100,000 taels of silver, I will be able to change my current predicament, and at that time, it will not matter whether I sell the Golden Needle Talisman or not. Ye Chenfeng murmured to himself, deciding to return and thoroughly study the set of techniques in the medical inheritance that can cleanse the meridians and treat all ailments, and tomorrow morning he will go to the city lord's mansion to treat people and heal their injuries

He etched their expressions into his memory, and Ye Chenfeng's confidence remained unshaken as he walked up the bluestone steps towards the city lord's mansion

Where can I find someone who knows the goods?" Ye Chenfeng looked at the vast crowd before him, feeling somewhat discouraged, and muttered to himself with a furrowed brow

Just as Ye Chenfeng was about to turn and leave, a tall and elegant woman of extraordinary beauty suddenly chased after him from the residence and called out to him

Upon hearing the purpose of Ye Chenfeng's visit, Butler Bai was taken aback for a moment, his gaze scrutinizing him with caution, his eyes filled with skepticism

Although Ye Chenfeng wore a human skin mask on his face, it could not conceal his youthful aura. Furthermore, the cheapness of his clothing led Butler Bai to suspect that he might be a fraud

This is the Lord's residence; no unauthorized personnel are allowed to enter. As Ye Chenfeng approached the gate, an elderly man dressed in a deep blue robe, with graying hair and wrinkles around his eyes, emerged from within the residence and blocked his way, arrogantly warning him.

Moreover, the formation talisman in Ye Chenfeng's hand bore no markings, clearly indicating it was not crafted by a master. If it were not for the inherent power of the formation talisman, he would not have the patience to continue his appraisal.

I apologize, but I must keep the origin of this talisman a secret

Many physicians

Upon closer inspection, he discovered a yellow notice affixed to the wall

Leaving the Baiyun shop, Ye Chenfeng was not discouraged and went to several other shops to try his luck

I came to treat Old Master Bai after seeing the notice said Ye Chenfeng, deliberately speaking in a hoarse voice

Hmm, a reward notice

"Where did this country bumpkin come from? The farther you are, the better. Otherwise, I will break your dog legs."

As night falls, the stars twinkle, and a sense of tranquility envelops the world.

Ye Chenfeng pinched twelve silver needles as fine as cow hair with his fingers, controlling strands of soul power to infuse into the needles. Using a special technique, he gently waved his fingers, either stabbing or prodding, shooting out twelve needles of varying depths, which successively pierced the acupoints on his arm

However, these shops either do not have array symbol appraisers, or they doubt the authenticity of his array symbols. Some even go so far as to directly deceive him, causing him to be turned away time and again.

Ah, is there really no one in the entire Baidi City who knows the value of things?" When Ye Chenfeng was driven out of the shop, he sighed helplessly.

You come to treat the illness

Ye Chenfeng recognized at a glance that the man in the elegant shirt was none other than his classmate from the Baidi Academy, Lian Sanjun, the second young master of the prestigious Lian family in Baidi City

Upon receiving the golden needle talisman handed over by Ye Chenfeng, the old man in the blue robe slightly furrowed his brows, for he discovered that the paper used to create the golden needle talisman was the most inferior yellow jade talisman paper available on the market, with each sheet priced at no more than one hundred taels of silver

However, if there are no cultivation resources, even if he possesses the inheritance of the Devouring God Brain, his cultivation speed will still be affected

When Ye Chenfeng arrived outside the city lord's mansion, he found the usually closed gates wide open, with more than ten elderly physicians gathered in the front courtyard discussing something.