Top-level Qi Luck: Leading My Clan to Cultivate

Chapter 39 Ye Pinghai _1

Arriving back at the courtyard, with half an hour to go until the appointed time, Lin Tianming and Lin Shilu sat down to drink tea and pass the time.

"Kid, did you find anything good while you were out?"

"Reporting to Fifteenth Grandfather, I had a substantial haul. I purchased several spiritual medicine materials that our Family Merits Hall doesn't have. They are for alchemy. Today was quite the eye-opener; there are indeed countless treasures in the market. It simply cannot compare to Luoyun Market. Indeed, it is a paradise for cultivators. Once our clan grows stronger, we must expand our business here. If managed well, the gains would undoubtedly be substantial."

"That is true. The foundation of our family is too shallow. For nearly a century, our situation has been increasingly difficult. Even within the Luoyun Mountain Range, we're struggling to survive between the cracks. Who doesn't want to expand the family business? Ye Pinghai is a Second Order Alchemist and is quite young, about the same age as this old man, and has already reached the late stage of Foundation Establishment. A Second Order Medium Grade Alchemist, his talent is not low, and he has a fair chance of reaching the Core Formation Stage. When you meet him, you must show respect and not offend him. Remember, you are the hope for our family's rise. Remember to focus on your cultivation, and reach Foundation Establishment early to relieve some of the family's pressure."

Lin Tianming agreed, and the two of them began to chat leisurely.

"It's getting late; it's almost time for our appointment. Let's head out."

"Yes!"

Lin Shilu stood up from the courtyard, and Lin Tianming followed behind him as they headed towards the West District of the market.

In less than fifteen minutes, they had passed through numerous cultivator dwellings and arrived on a broad road in the West District.

In view, at a prominent location, stood a magnificent pavilion with the glorious gold and jade. The huge plaque was flamboyantly inscribed with three large characters: Welcome Pavilion, exuding an extraordinary aura.

The two men, one in front of the other, stepped into the Welcome Pavilion. Inside, a vast number of cultivators were dining on the first floor, most of them in the Qi Refining Stage, chatting in groups of threes and twos, and the noisy sound was ceaseless to the ears.

Upon seeing the two enter the main hall, a servant at the Fourth Level of Qi Practice hurried over to greet them with great respect and asked,

'Esteemed guests, please come inside. Are you here for an appointment, or would you like a table for yourselves?'

'For an appointment. We're specially invited by Daoist Ye of Ye Pinghai. Where is Daoist Ye at the moment? Has he arrived?'

Hearing this, the servant showed even more respect and couldn't help feeling envious.

Ye Pinghai's name resounded throughout Qianchuan Market; not only was he at the late stage of Foundation Establishment, but he was also a Second Order Medium Grade Alchemist. Aside from Core Formation Stage experts, Ye Pinghai was one of the few Second Order Alchemists, with an extremely esteemed status. There were countless cultivators seeking his help, and the fact that these two were invited to dine with him suggested that they were no ordinary individuals.

'Elder, please follow me. Daoist Ye has already arrived and is waiting in a private room on the second floor.'

Following the attendant, Lin Tianming and his companion ascended to the second floor. Compared to the bustling noise on the first floor, the second floor was much quieter. Each room was a separate private space, and as Lin Tianming observed the rich and splendid decorations in the corridor, he mused that meal here must cost quite a lot.

After a little more than ten breaths, they passed through several corridors and the party of three stopped at the entrance to a private room deep inside the second floor.

The cultivator in charge of reception said respectfully,

'Elder Ye is already waiting inside, you can go directly in, your humble servant will wait outside, and should you have any instructions, feel free to summon me at any time,'

Lin Shilu nodded with satisfaction and tossed three Spirit Stones to the receptionist. The receptionist caught the Spirit Stones with a face full of surprise and thanked him respectfully; three Spirit Stones were a considerable amount for a First Order Rogue Cultivator like him, who, with poor natural talent, had a great need for cultivation resources. This necessity forced him to work as a receptionist at the Welcome Pavilion, toiling to earn Spirit Stones. Reliant on his salary and tips, he could earn around a dozen Spirit Stones each month, enough to buy a Lingshen Pill to aid in his Qi Cultivation, which had only reached the Fourth Level Qi Practice — a feat not easily accomplished.

Lin Shilu paid no more attention to the receptionist and entered the private room with Lin Tianming, leaving the excited receptionist standing outside.

Upon entering the private room, they saw a middle-aged cultivator in blue robes sitting at the round table, with sharp brows and piercing eyes, very heroic-looking — it was Ye Pinghai. On the round table were over a dozen jade containers filled with food that looked delicious. The entire room was overflowing with enticing aromas.

Seeing Lin Shilu and others enter the private room, Ye Haiping stood up to welcome them, acting very courteously and completely without pretense.

'It brings me great joy to have an old friend visit. Please take a seat quickly. The fine food of this establishment is quite delicious. Daoist Lin, make sure to eat plenty as we talk over the meal.'

Lin Shilu revealed a hint of a smile, replying very sincerely,

'It's an unexpected honor to disturb you, please forgive me, Daoist Ye. Today's rare meeting will certainly call for a toast later on, as a token of my respect.'

'This is my family's Lin Shigong's grandson, Lin Tianming, also a First Order Medium Grade Alchemist, here specifically to meet Daoist Ye at Luoyun Market.'

'Tianming, don't hesitate to greet Elder Ye.'

Lin Tianming bowed with his fists clasped and said, 'I often hear my grandfather speak of Elder Ye, and hold you in high regard. Today, I finally have the chance to meet you in person. Junior Tianming greets Elder Ye.' Throughout the process, he behaved neither submissively nor arrogantly, but composed and calm.

'Hm, I have not seen Brother Shi Gong for many years and it's truly regrettable. His grandson truly carries an extraordinary bearing, most impressive. Please take your seat.'

Pleased with Lin Tianming's demeanor, Ye Haiping took out two bottles of first-order Lingshen Pills from his storage bag and presented them to Lin Tianming as a greeting gift. After that, he happily invited the two to sit down. Having filled the cups with wine, he cast a restrictive spell to prevent eavesdropping.

'Brother Lin, it's been many years since we've met. Today we must have a good exchange of insights. Tianming, make sure to eat well too. The Spirit Beast meat prepared by the Welcome Pavilion is quite exceptional, consuming more can strengthen a cultivator's vitality and it's not insignificant for your cultivation.'

Lin Tianming nodded like a pecking chick, helping himself unreservedly to the delicious food before him. After biting into a chunk of beast meat, he swallowed it down in large bites. The savory meat melted in his mouth, bolstering Lin Tianming's physical body with spiritual power, clearly from a First Order Superior Grade Spirit Beast. Consuming a few bites appeared to have increased his strength somewhat. Although the effect was small, regular consumption would likely yield good results.

Raising his cup of wine, Lin Tianming took the initiative to toast Ye Pinghai, and the three of them drank it down in one go.

After the Spiritual Wine hit his throat, a fiery sensation rushed straight to his head. It was obviously not ordinary wine but must have been high-age Spiritual Medicine soaked liquor. Just one sip had slightly increased Lin Tianming's spiritual power. Considering Elder Ye was also an alchemist, brewing some Spiritual Wine shouldn't be too difficult; this must be from his private collection.

Lin Tianming's manner of eating caused Lin Shilu to look on disdainfully, silently chiding the boy in his heart for his disgraceful behavior.

Lin Shilu and Ye Haiping began chatting over their Spiritual Wine, discussing not only about cultivation but also about Pill Concoction and Weapon Forging. Though they were Alchemist and Artifact Refiner respectively, the essence of crafting in both fields shared many similarities, making their conversation harmonious.

As numerous dishes came and went, and after several rounds of wine, the three men's faces turned red. Several bottles of high-quality Spiritual Wine had been consumed, and they began to discuss serious matters.