Cultivation is just so scientific!

Chapter 1214: Chapter 653: Spirit Chef_2

If I come here once a month, doesn’t that mean I can improve my cultivation without practicing?

”Brother Wang, you shouldn’t have seized all of Yuntian Pavilion’s good goods for the year!” As they were almost finished eating, a Great Cultivator approached and remarked looking at the table’s leftovers.

The Great Cultivator was visibly surprised upon seeing Li Shiming; the value of this table of spirit vegetables was considerable, and Wang Changdong had actually prepared it to entertain a Nascent Soul Middle Stage Cultivator.

”Brother Meng, it was just luck. When I ordered yesterday, Yuntian Pavilion happened to receive a shipment, haha!” Wang Changdong said, laughing with pride.

He was naturally quite pleased; when he ordered yesterday, he learned that Yuntian Pavilion had just received a batch of fine goods, meat from spirit beasts at the Peak of Fourth Grade Middle Stage, and he ordered the best parts.

It wasn’t just for Li Shiming, his savior; it was also an opportunity for him to indulge himself.

As for the cost, he didn’t mind much whether it was repaying a life-saving favor or deepening future ties with Li Shiming—these investments were worth it.

”Aren’t you going to introduce who warrants such hospitality?” Master Meng of the Great Cultivator questioned upon seeing Wang Changdong hadn’t introduced Li Shiming.

”This is Li Keqing from Dongqi Continent!” Wang Changdong introduced to Master Meng, then said to Li Shiming: ”This is Meng You, like me, a Great Cultivator of the commerce.”

”Li Keqing of Dongqi Continent, wouldn’t that be Li Shizhen, Master Li?” What surprised Wang Changdong was, Master Meng of the Great Cultivator also recognized Li Shiming’s fame, knowing who he was from this simple introduction.

In fact, recently emerged from Dongqi Continent, Li Shiming, an Alchemy Master, leveraged his alchemical skills to become a Guest Elder at the Central State Commerce, being hailed as the leading Alchemy Master of Dongqi Continent—a fact already circulated within the commerce.

Yet, Li Shiming always remained in Dongqi Continent; even though other cultivators sought him for alchemy, the lengthy journey deterred most from awaiting him.

”No wonder Brother Wang hosts; it’s actually Master Li!” Master Meng of the Great Cultivator said, casting a meaningful glance at Wang Changdong.

It wasn’t secret that Wang Changdong had once returned injured, his limb severed, but shortly after his limb regenerated at the Central State Commerce headquarters.

Master Meng was aware that given the severity of Wang Changdong’s injury, it couldn’t have been healed without a Fourth-grade Advanced Limb Regeneration Elixir.

Previously, he was unsure where Wang Changdong acquired this Fourth-grade Advanced Limb Regeneration Elixir, but now it was evident.

”Master Li, the spiritual tea here is noteworthy; why not stay awhile and digest?” Master Meng of the Great Cultivator warmly invited Li Shiming.

With a gesture, several female cultivators came over to clear the table of leftovers and served spiritual tea.

”Thank you!” Though unsure why Master Meng was so amiable, Li Shiming didn’t decline the invitation, smiling.

The three sat again; Master Meng personally poured Li Shiming a cup of spiritual tea.

Upon sniffing the tea’s aroma, Li Shiming’s face bore a peculiar expression.

”This is Yuntian Pavilion’s top Fourth Grade Spirit Tea, only recently available and very rare!” Master Meng motioned invitingly.

Li Shiming didn’t need to drink to know it was the Fourth Grade Spirit Tea he roasted.

He was aware that a portion of his Fourth Grade Spirit Tea was purchased by Central State Commerce, unexpected to now find it at Yuntian Pavilion.

From Master Meng’s words, he likely didn’t know the tea’s origin; otherwise, he wouldn’t say so.

”This tea is fine; I’ll inquire later if Yuntian Pavilion sells it publicly?” Wang Changdong spoke, enjoying a sip of the Fourth Grade Spirit Tea.

”I’ve asked; Yuntian Pavilion won’t sell it publicly, only brewed here!” Master Meng shook his head.

Not wishing to embarrass the two Great Cultivators, Li Shiming sipped the tea, feigning enjoyment.

”Master Li, have you tasted this spiritual tea before?” Wang Changdong noticed something amiss in Li Shiming’s expression and directly asked.

”This spiritual tea is my creation!” Given Wang Changdong’s inquiry, Li Shiming couldn’t conceal anything; revealing now prevented future reproach from the Great Cultivators.

”Master Li’s skills are impressive!” Wang Changdong and Master Meng simultaneously praised, momentarily stunned.

In the Cultivation World, rare skills that others cannot replicate are most coveted; Li Shiming’s roasting of the Fourth Grade Spirit Tea was one such unique ability.

Spiritual tea is a resource that cultivators commonly consume; many study it, yet achieving mastery is rare. Li Shiming’s tea roasting attained the pinnacle.

”Thank you for your hospitality; I have freshly roasted spiritual tea, allow me to brew a pot here!” Li Shiming continued.

He brought out the Fourth-grade Lower-stage Pill Furnace, a recent purchase.

After recognizing him as master, he quickly possessed complete control over it.

From the soul crystal ring, he extracted some Fourth Grade Spirit Tea, with better quality this time due to improved control post-Nascent Soul Middle Stage.

The control leap from the previous 5 nanometers to 1 nanometer enhanced the precision of his roasting, subtly elevating the tea’s quality.

This subtle improvement lifted the already exquisite Fourth Grade Spirit Tea, allowing Nascent Soul Cultivators with strong perception to discern the nuanced differences.

Utilizing the Fourth-grade Pill Furnace to brew spiritual tea, Li Shiming poured out a pot from the furnace and served both Wang Changdong and Master Meng.

Once again, Wang Changdong and Master Meng savored a sip of freshly brewed Fourth Grade Spirit Tea, quietly savoring for over ten breaths.

”I’ve been drinking spiritual tea in vain all these years; only today did I discover its depth!” Wang Changdong shook his head in admiration.

”What a pity!” sighed Master Meng.

”Why regret tasting such spiritual tea?” Wang Changdong queried, puzzled.

”It’s a pity that Master Li won’t linger here; such tea may not be savored again!” Master Meng gestured resignedly.

”Master Li, the same tea, when brewed by you, actually improved in quality; your understanding of spiritual tea is unrivaled!” Wang Changdong agreed.

Li Shiming smiled and took out two jade boxes, each containing thirty portions of Fourth Grade Spirit Tea, and presented them to the Great Cultivators.

”My tea brewing method adopts techniques from being an Alchemist; yet without my brewing, the tea remains fine. Since we’ve met, these are for you as a greeting gift, please accept!” he smiled.

”Then I won’t be polite, here’s a jade talisman I crafted during my spare time as a return gift!” Master Meng reacted swiftly, accepting a jade box and offering a jade talisman in return.

Li Shiming was taken aback; it was no ordinary jade talisman but a life-saving talisman.

A life-saving jade talisman holds tremendous value; even for a Great Cultivator, they forge few, limited by rare material and personal origin consumption.

Moreover, life-saving talisman offers no personal utility, intended only for junior protection; forging it demands careful cost evaluation.

”Since Brother Meng gifted something, I can’t be the exception!” Wang Changdong kindly also produced a life-saving jade talisman for Li Shiming.

Both Great Cultivators sought to bond with Li Shiming; a life-saving jade talisman presented substantial goodwill, making future requests to Li Shiming seem unrefusable.

Besides befriending Li Shiming, high-quality Fourth Grade Spirit Tea would always remain available for trade.