Chapter 2042: Asking for the Nine Dragon Pills and Giving Gifts

Chen Yueying nodded. Obtaining a top-grade Heaven-Reaching Spirit Treasure from under the noses of the three tribes was indeed difficult, and Wang Changsheng's initiative to offer such a treasure was truly rare. She clearly understood that Wang Changsheng offering her a valuable treasure meant he surely had a request, which was quite normal.

"I accept this treasure," Chen Yueying said with a pleasant expression, her mood brightened by receiving a top-grade Heaven-Reaching Spirit Treasure for free. "If you encounter any difficulties, you can tell me."

Wang Changsheng's tone was sincere, his face filled with anticipation as he replied, "Disciple wishes for a Nine-Dragon Pill. I respectfully ask Grandmaster Chen to grant this wish."

They already possessed a Nine-Leaf Golden Lotus, but its effect was inferior to that of the Nine-Dragon Pill. Yang Qinghua was the only seventh-tier alchemist in Zhenhai Palace capable of refining the Nine-Dragon Pill, and Wang Changsheng and Wang Ruyan had never met Yang Qinghua, so they had no personal connection. If they directly approached Yang Qinghua with a top-grade Heaven-Reaching Spirit Treasure, he might give them the Nine-Dragon Pill, but the gesture would be different. Chen Yueying was the leader of the Ascension Faction, and she had bestowed cultivation techniques and treasures upon Wang Changsheng and Wang Ruyan. If news reached her that Wang Changsheng and Wang Ruyan had offered a top-grade Heaven-Reaching Spirit Treasure to Yang Qinghua, it was inevitable that Chen Yueying would overthink the situation. It was often better to please the immediate authority. Having received so many favors from Chen Yueying, they naturally ought to repay her.

The Nine-Dragon Pill was precious to them, but not so much to cultivators at the Integration stage. Exchanging a top-grade Heaven-Reaching Spirit Treasure for a single Nine-Dragon Pill was definitely a loss. Wang Changsheng had actually considered trading the top-grade Heaven-Reaching Spirit Treasure for territory, but he quickly dismissed the idea. Putting himself in their shoes, if two Nascent Soul cultivators joined the Wang family, received cultivation techniques and treasures, and then, after some time, wanted to become independent, the Wang family would not agree; instead, they would feel displeasure. Everything requires a process; rushing things is not good. Given Wang Changsheng and Wang Ruyan's current cultivation levels, if they were given a territory, they might not be able to defend it in times of danger. The Five Elements Sect was an example of this. Exchanging it for a Nine-Dragon Pill was the most suitable option. Although this transaction was a loss, Chen Yueying's cultivation and status were significant. Wang Changsheng wanted to leave a good impression on her, rather than demanding an exorbitant price.

"A Nine-Dragon Pill? I'll ask Junior Brother Yang; he should still have some," Chen Yueying said generously. "Besides the Nine-Dragon Pill, what else do you want? Don't hesitate to ask; I never treat my own people unfairly." Wang Changsheng's modest request showed his good sense; Chen Yueying's willingness to give more demonstrated her magnanimity. Only through such interactions would disciples be motivated to offer more valuable items.

Wang Changsheng thought for a moment and said, "We would like to find an undemanding post, preferably one that allows ample time for cultivation."

"You want a Nine-Dragon Pill because you wish to have children, correct? That's good," Chen Yueying said, waving her hand. "Our Zhenhai Palace has a spiritual herb garden on Xuanyue Mountain. There's usually not much activity there, so you can cultivate in peace. You two can go back now; I will arrange everything for you."

Wang Changsheng and Wang Ruyan acknowledged her, bowed, and withdrew. They had a residence in Zhenhai Palace, which had been vacant.

After leaving Chen Yueying's residence, Wang Changsheng and Wang Ruyan went to Ziyun Peak and sent a sound transmission talisman. This was Qin Ming's residence, and since he had already advanced to the Void Refinement stage, Wang Changsheng and Wang Ruyan felt they should pay him a visit. Soon after, the purple mist at the peak of Ziyun Peak churned violently, and a purple cloud ladder flew out, landing before them.

"Junior Nephew Wang, Junior Nephew Wang, you've finally returned. Please step onto the cloud ladder!" Qin Ming's hearty voice suddenly came from the mountaintop.

Wang Changsheng and Wang Ruyan stepped onto the cloud ladder, which then drew them into the purple mist. They felt a blur before their eyes and suddenly found themselves in a tranquil courtyard. Qin Ming was seated in a stone pavilion, with a set of exquisite tea ware laid out on the stone table.

"Disciples greet Senior Uncle Qin," Wang Changsheng and Wang Ruyan said in unison, bowing.

"No need for formalities. I heard you went missing. Where did you go? Why are you only returning now?" Qin Ming asked curiously.

Wang Changsheng repeated Fang Ming's account, without mentioning the Profound Wind Grotto-heaven.

"So that's what happened. That must have been tough for you, staying among the foreign races for so long. Fortunately, you didn't go deep into the demon race's territory," Qin Ming reminded them. "If you had encountered foreign races at the Integration stage, the Jiao Cloud Pendant wouldn't have been able to conceal you from them." Wang Changsheng had only mentioned using the Jiao Cloud Pendant to disguise themselves as members of the Jiao race, without revealing the Heavenly Illusion Orb.

Wang Changsheng took out a golden jade box, handed it to Qin Ming, and said with a smile, "Congratulations, Senior Uncle Qin, on advancing to the Void Refinement stage. This is a small token of our appreciation. Please accept it." Wang Changsheng understood the common saying that one does not strike a smiling person, nor rebuke a gift-giver, and that politeness in giving is never amiss.

Qin Ming took the jade box, opened the lid, and saw a crystal inside, shimmering with golden light and adorned with some cyan patterns on its surface.

"Azure Glazed Gold! Is this a seventh-tier refining material?" Qin Ming exclaimed in surprise, filled with joy. Azure Glazed Gold could enhance the power of Heaven-Reaching Spirit Treasures and was commonly used to refine flying swords and daggers. This piece, if sold on the market, would fetch at least two million spirit stones; with high-enough artifact refining skill and other seventh-tier materials, one could even refine a top-grade Heaven-Reaching Spirit Treasure.

"We found it in a small shop among the foreign races. We hope Senior Uncle Qin likes it," Wang Changsheng said warmly.

Qin Ming put away the jade box, a look of approval on his face. He said kindly, "You are very thoughtful. From now on, if you encounter any trouble you can't resolve, you can tell me." Wang Changsheng's gift had truly touched his heart. Wang Changsheng and Wang Ruyan repeatedly agreed; Qin Ming's words alone were enough.

After chatting for a while, Wang Changsheng and Wang Ruyan took their leave and returned to their residence to rest.

"If we could obtain a Nine-Dragon Pill, that would be truly wonderful," Wang Ruyan said, her face showing a look of longing. Compared to immortal cultivation sects, she preferred the atmosphere of a family clan.

"There shouldn't be a problem, especially since we offered a top-grade Heaven-Reaching Spirit Treasure," Wang Changsheng sighed. "I wonder how Qingshan and the others are doing." He had very little Styx Water left, and only four Nethermoon Orbs remained.

If Wang Qingshan and the others also reached the Xuanyang Realm, he could provide them with much assistance. However, Wang Changsheng could only dream of such a thing. Had it not been for the spirit of the Immortal Suppressing Pagoda, they might not have been able to ascend to the Xuanyang Realm. Wang Changsheng and Wang Ruyan were of humble status and had little influence, so they couldn't help their clan members from the lower realm ascend to the Xuanyang Realm. This was one of the reasons they befriended cultivators of the Ascension Faction. Once their cultivation improved and they had accumulated enough merits, seeking help from Zhenhai Palace would be much easier.

"With a fifth-tier spirit beast guarding them, the family shouldn't face major problems. Qingshan's abilities are not weak, so he should be fine," Wang Ruyan said earnestly, her face full of anticipation. "Once our cultivation improves, we can find a way to perform great deeds, and then ask Grandmaster Chen for help. Perhaps we can bring them up here."

Wang Changsheng nodded. This was their plan, and they hoped to achieve it.