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Chapter 606 - (Five-Element Pill Set) Big Brother’s Innate Spirit Weapon

Gu Zuo saw that everyone’s attention had been drawn to him, so he calmly continued: “The Golden Flame Pill is one of the Five-Element Pill Set, a crimson pill. The other four pills correspond to the Five Elements of Heaven and Earth, and are named the Gilded Pill, the Star Earth Pill, the Cloud Wood Pill, and the Soft Water Pill. They are all Profound-Level pills for the breakthrough from the peak Celestial Realm to the Noble Realm, and I created them myself. Those who consume the other pills, just like those who consume the Golden Flame Pill, can enhance their attribute power if the Five Elements match.” Speaking of this, he imitated his Big Brother and gave a composed smile, “Senior Brother Shen has invited us repeatedly, showing great warmth to my Big Brother and me. These few small pills are merely a token of my regard. I hope Senior Brother Shen will not despise them.”

After this speech, the others present were speechless.

‘Flawless Profound-Level pills that can enhance the Five Elements and aid in breaking through major realms—and he speaks of them being “despised”?’ Even if they achieved the status of Lesser Emperor Realm, they wouldn’t casually despise pills like this!

Moreover, these pills were exactly what they needed right now…

Shen Wenhan was delighted to hear Gu Zuo’s words and said: “Junior Brother Gu is jesting. Such excellent pills are something one can only dream of. How could I despise them?”

As he spoke, he carefully closed the black wooden box and, with a flip of his hand, properly stored it away.

The pills for breaking through a realm boundary based on the Five Elements, as long as the recipient’s talent was decent, would basically guarantee a breakthrough. In other words, these five pills represented five potential Noble Realm experts; once he gave them to his subordinates, it would be like giving wings to a tiger.

Of course, Shen Wenhan might not necessarily consume these five pills himself.

Many exceptional talents take pills on a daily basis to reduce the time needed to accumulate internal energy, but they rarely take assistive pills when breaking through realms, because for them, breaking through major realms is not as difficult as it is for ordinary martial artists. However, when an exceptional talent is truly attempting a breakthrough, these pills serve as the ultimate insurance.

Especially since these pills were Flawless pills; since the pill had no flaws, it contained no impurities, which not only didn’t affect the existing foundation but also strengthened the previous foundation and consolidated strength—truly invaluable.

However, no matter how vast this world was, the only martial artist who had almost never consumed a pill of less than Flawless quality was Gongyi Tianheng. Even some Lesser Emperors today, and some Greater Emperors in the past, couldn’t claim to be as extravagant as Gongyi Tianheng in their pill consumption—even if they later recruited powerful Pharmacists, who could compare to Gongyi Tianheng, who had such an Pharmacist by his side from the moment he could begin practicing martial arts?

Gu Zuo’s refinement abilities always advanced one step faster than Gongyi Tianheng’s breakthroughs in power. Therefore, in terms of medicinal supplements, Gongyi Tianheng has always enjoyed the highest treatment, unprecedented in history, and perhaps never to be repeated.

At this moment, Shen Wenhan’s words made Gu Zuo smile: “These pills are only difficult because the ingredients are rare. In terms of skill, there is still room for improvement.”

Shen Wenhan followed up: “Junior Brother Gu strives for perfection; most people are far inferior. ” He paused slightly, “Although I am not highly talented, I do have several useful trading houses under my command. They are more convenient than others at collecting medicinal ingredients from all directions. If Junior Brother Gu doesn’t mind, should you have any need in the future, just tell me, and my subordinates will do their utmost to help Junior Brother Gu.”

Gu Zuo said: “Then I thank Senior Brother Shen for your kindness.”

…It was only at this point that the banquet finally reached its main objective.

Shen Wenhan continued: “I invited the two of you here today. Firstly, it is because I admire your abilities. Secondly, since both of you are new arrivals, I, as a Senior Brother, should also present a welcoming gift.”

As he spoke, he gestured for a confidant beside him to bring two boxes, placing them separately in the hands of Gu Zuo and Gongyi Tianheng.

Gu Zuo and Gongyi Tianheng took them and opened them on the spot.

Gu Zuo went first, lifting the lid of the box.

In an instant, a dazzling light burst forth, followed by an explosion of spirituality, which seemed to suddenly scatter into thousands of fine threads, rushing in all directions.

This was an object attempting to escape!

Immediately afterward, a silver-white light erupted from Gu Zuo’s brow, and a small silver wheel appeared in front of him. This silver wheel emitted waves of silver ripples, like a fishing net or dense spider silk, suddenly trapping the essence that had scattered into thousands of fine threads. It rapidly contracted, fixing the essence right in front of Gu Zuo.

Only then did Gu Zuo clearly see that it was a spiritual herb, about one foot long, with three slender, delicate leaves. It was completely emerald green, with a blue pattern running through the middle of its stem, looking very lively and charming.

Upon seeing it clearly, Gu Zuo was instantly shocked.

Seventy percent spirituality!

It was actually a spiritual medicine with seventy percent spirituality!

One must know that once spirituality exceeds sixty percent, it becomes extremely rare. A spiritual medicine with seventy percent spirituality is difficult for even a Pill King to obtain and must be cherished immensely.

Despite the countless fortuitous encounters Gu Zuo and Gongyi Tianheng had experienced, they still did not possess a spiritual medicine with seventy percent spirituality.

Shen Wenhan actually gifted such a spiritual medicine to Gu Zuo… This generosity was comparable to Gu Zuo’s own.

Gu Zuo put the spiritual medicine away and nodded to Shen Wenhan: “Thank you, Senior Brother Shen. I am currently trying to refine Earth-Level pills and precisely need spiritual medicines for experimentation.”

Shen Wenhan saw that he accepted it without hesitation, knowing that the other party had accepted his gesture of goodwill, and was naturally even more cordial: “It is good that Junior Brother Gu likes it.”

Following this, Gongyi Tianheng also opened his box.

Gu Zuo quickly turned to look, much more focused than when he was looking at his own gift.

Subsequently, another burst of light appeared, but this light was a blood-red glow, carrying a rich and pure bloody aura. As it washed over them, there was a slightly pungent sensation.

Gu Zuo recognized it instantly: this was a Blood Source Stone the size of a fist!

The Blood Source Stone is most suitable for martial artists who practice the way of blood refinement to forge their Innate Spirit Weapon. Previously, someone from the Ghost Division had offered one to Gu Zuo to resolve their grievances, and now this Shen Wenhan also presented one.

Gongyi Tianheng’s Asura Blood Ocean was already nurturing a Blood Source Stone. However, the Ghost Division was, after all, not an ordinary power, and the nature of the object they sent was unknown even to Shen Wenhan. Therefore, his gift of this Blood Source Stone was also intended to show goodwill to Gongyi Tianheng.

Despite the crucial importance of Pharmacists, an all-star prodigy was certainly not “common merchandise”! They equally needed to be courted with utmost effort. Furthermore, Shen Wenhan was intelligent and had realized since Gu Zuo’s grand offering that showing goodwill to Gongyi Tianheng might please him more than showing goodwill to Gu Zuo himself.

Seeing this Blood Source Stone, Gu Zuo was also in high spirits.

After his Big Brother began nurturing the Blood Source Stone, he realized that one might not be enough and was privately planning to search and trade for more. He never expected Shen Wenhan to send one directly, solving a troublesome matter for them.

Gu Zuo felt even more favorably toward Shen Wenhan.

Gongyi Tianheng, after collecting the Blood Source Stone, cupped his hands and said: “Thank you, Senior Brother Shen.”

Indeed, the Innate Spirit Weapon he was nurturing in his Asura Path required a set and needed two Blood Source Stones. Now that he had both, he could begin working on shaping the prototype when he returned.

Seeing this, a hint of satisfaction flashed in Shen Wenhan’s heart.

Sure enough, by grasping their intentions, he had successfully made friends with these two Junior Brothers. If he ever had a request in the future, he would surely have a better chance than others.

He felt even more grateful to his Elder Brother, Shen Wentao; if Shen Wentao hadn’t described all the scenes from their assessment in detail, he might not have targeted them so accurately.

Subsequently, the atmosphere among everyone improved further.

Both sides understood the situation and had a good impression of each other. Naturally, they would have more opportunities to grow closer in the future. However, since this was only their first meeting, there was no need for deeply intimate conversation; otherwise, being too familiar too soon would be inappropriate.

Everyone used the occasion of the Floating Wine Cups to forge connections, discussing martial arts or sharing strange and wonderful tales, truly enjoying themselves. Although they couldn’t be called particularly close friends right now, they had certainly become acquainted.

Finally, after they had drunk and eaten their fill, Gu Zuo said: “Senior Brother Shen, if you have any needs in the future, please feel free to approach me.”

Shen Wenhan was even happier to hear this, and he spoke cheerfully: “When the time comes, the compensation I offer will certainly not disappoint Junior Brother Gu.”

Gu Zuo did not comment this time.

Their relationship, forged over one banquet, was not yet good enough to warrant discussions of discounts or free service.

If Shen Wenhan proved to be thoughtful later on… then he would consider giving him a discount based on the circumstances.

Afterward, Shen Wenhan politely escorted the two out, even specially presenting them with a more majestic wild fowl for transportation. His demeanor was more intimate than when they arrived.

Gu Zuo and Gongyi Tianheng were equally polite, deliberately riding this new wild fowl instead of leaving in the carriage as before, which gave Shen Wenhan great face.

Both sides understood that this banquet had been highly successful, and they had gained a “friend.”

Back at their residence, Gongyi Tianheng took out the Blood Source Stone and smiled at Gu Zuo: “This time, the Asura Flying Blades are finally secured.”

Gu Zuo was startled: “Is Big Brother going to refine a flying dagger with the Asura Blood Ocean?”

Gongyi Tianheng nodded slightly: “The blood river surges, and in the future, it will become a blood sea, with a continuous stream of Blood Asuras fighting on my behalf. This embodies the vastness of water, and when fighting an opponent, it is like a ‘surge’—relatively gentle. Therefore, the aspect of conquest must be complemented by sharpness.”

Gu Zuo thought about it: “While using Blood Asuras to overwhelm the opponent, you’ll also use flying daggers to kill them by surprise?”

Gongyi Tianheng smiled: “Precisely.”

Gu Zuo: “…That’s quite good, too.”

Gongyi Tianheng ruffled Gu Zuo’s hair and, right in front of him, began the process of refinement.

Gu Zuo watched his Big Brother sit cross-legged. A crimson light suddenly flew out from his Dantian. This light was the blood-red stone that had been nurtured in his Qi Sea for a long time—the first Blood Source Stone they had obtained.

This Blood Source Stone still retained its archaic shape, just as Gu Zuo had first seen it. Then, Gongyi Tianheng summoned the second Blood Source Stone, and it suspended near the first. They collided with each other for a while, then rubbed against each other, then crossed paths, yet remained subtly connected.

The blood light on the two Blood Source Stones waxed and waned, slowly forming a peculiar bond.

In the next moment, their shapes began to change.