Reborn with a Space: Building a Fortune Amidst Famine

Chapter 835: Chapter 835: Familiar Faces

Tan Shaoting felt bad for Qin Weichuan.

”Shopkeeper, how can we contact an Alchemist? What can we offer to exchange for a top-grade Recovery Pill?”

Upon hearing Tan Shaoting’s words, Qin Weichuan regained hope.

”Friend, I’m not sure about that, but take a look at the auction catalog. There’s a Linglong Fruit on it. Though it’s called Linglong Fruit, it’s actually the main ingredient for a Recovery Pill.

Actually, if you can gather all the ingredients, you may still have hope of asking for an elixir from the Divine Pill Sect.”

”Thank you, Shopkeeper. By the way, do we have a recipe for the Recovery Pill here? We really don’t know what we need.”

”Yes, but you won’t find it useful, so there’s no need to buy it. Take a look and try to remember it yourselves.”

Tan Shaoting thanked him, and then there were only the five of them left in the room.

”Senior Brother Qin, there is still hope, it’s up to you to put in the effort.”

Qin Weichuan nodded, ”I understand. But, still, thank you.”

After saying that, he wiped his face, realizing his current mindset definitely had issues and understanding that Tan Shaoting was definitely someone worthy of befriending.

Shortly, the recipe for the Recovery Pill arrived. Cultivators have excellent memories, but they still noted it down, just in case they forget in the future.

Leaving Duobao Pavilion, Qin Weichuan accompanied Tan Shaoting back to his place.

”Junior Brother Tan, I’ve never heard of the Spirit Plants listed on this recipe.”

Tan Shaoting nodded, ”Me neither. I have the Spirit Plant Encyclopedia here. Let’s try finding them and remember them so we can collect them if we see them later.”

”Thank you, Junior Brother Tan.”

”No need to be polite, Senior Brother Qin. If I can find the Spirit Plants from the recipe in the future, I’ll sell them to you.”

Hearing Tan Shaoting’s words, Qin Weichuan felt truly reassured.

This is someone truly worth befriending, he thought, not placing any burden on the other.

After Qin Weichuan left full of hope, Tan Shaoting explained to his children the reason for his actions.

”Dad, these Spirit Plants are quite precious.”

Tan Shaoting nodded, ”Indeed, they are. But it’s not impossible to find them; it’s just troublesome to find an Alchemist.

The Recovery Pill, although it’s a Fourth-rank Elixir, requires a top-grade? Qin Weichuan needs a top-grade one.”

”Dad, can’t the Alchemist say they wasted the ingredients?” Qi Hong asked.

Qi Hong is very gifted in Alchemy, but due to his cultivation limits, he can only refine Second-grade Elixirs and they are all low-grade.

”Yes, it’s very possible, which would require a hefty exchange.”

”Senior Brother Qin seemed very excited upon hearing the news; he should be able to find other herbs.”

Tan Shaoting smiled, ”Not necessarily, but there’s hope.

So, we must never get injured in the future; if we can’t win, we run. And avoid heroism; remember, if any accident befalls us, the rest of the family will be heartbroken.”

Again, if you can’t win the fight, flee. It’s not shameful; it’s wise. Also, don’t meddle when facing life and death.”

Tan Shaoting already knew, Qin Weichuan ended up like this because he saved Luo Yinghui.

Now she’s living well, whereas he’s stuck with stagnant cultivation.

The three children nodded. They have remembered early on to prioritize themselves in any matter.

Tan Shaoting knew this wasn’t the best way to educate his children, but he didn’t want to see them facing danger in the future; it’s selfish but a parent’s heart.

On the day of the auction, he and his children directly went to Duobao Pavilion.

They had tickets but still paid ten Spirit Stones per person. Those without tickets needed twenty Spirit Stones.

Entering their designated room, the children sat and flipped through the catalog, whispering their discussions.

Qin Weichuan closely followed the sect’s uncle.

He had already informed the sect elders that he needed a Linglong Fruit upon returning that day.

Qin Weichuan’s act of saving Luo Yinghui wasn’t a secret, so when attending the auction, Sect Leader Luo had already instructed to help Qin Weichuan find the Recovery Pill as much as possible.

Now he’s just seeking the Linglong Fruit, so he agreed quite easily without much hesitation.

The Shushan Sect also had a designated room. Qin Weichuan was very anxious; the Linglong Fruit was the main herb; after obtaining it, he could search for other Spirit Plants.

Several others attending the auction understood Qin Weichuan’s situation.

”Senior Brother Qin, if you’re short on Spirit Stones, we can chip in to help you out.”

They knew their resources were limited and wouldn’t allow them to purchase much, but they were there to look around and hoped for the Foundation Establishment Pill, though they knew their chances were slim.

Qin Weichuan thanked them, remembering their kindness. Whether he needed it or not, just the thought and courage were commendable.

Many people arrived one after another. Although the Beast Tide hasn’t ended yet, it didn’t affect the lives of those not on the battlegrounds.

Tan Shaoting took out some Spirit Fruits for his children to eat, discussing the auction items with them.

”Dad, there are a lot of Elixirs at this auction.”

Tan Shaoting nodded, ”Yes, resources are becoming scarcer.”

He’s uncertain what exactly the curse is, though he considered buying information from Duobao Pavilion but didn’t succeed.

Apparently, it’s a highly taboo subject. He came to terms with it later; he has about a year left before leaving. Knowing more might not change much?

However, he pondered whether to disclose information about the Trial Tower to the sect before leaving.

It’s quite conflicting. Though he isn’t someone given to heroism, if it’s within his capacity and not greatly hindering him, he’s willing to lend a hand.

But he’s concerned about not being able to leave, leading to endless trouble.

The auction commenced. They didn’t need anything in particular, only waiting for the items they’d consigned.

Duobao Pavilion’s host was the very adept Lotus Fairy.

She had a talent for creating an atmosphere; the first Foundation Establishment Pill was auctioned for three thousand one low-grade Spirit Stones.

This was already a very high price; the following two pills sold for no less. It was certainly a successful opening.

”Dad, I’ve always been curious, is the Foundation Establishment Pill truly effective?” Qi Wen leaned against Tan Shaoting, softly asking.

Tan Shaoting shook his head. He had never used a Foundation Establishment Pill in either life, so he wasn’t sure.

”Dad didn’t use one, but you still successfully achieved Foundation Establishment, didn’t you?” Qi Hong said.

Tan Shaoting nodded, ”I don’t know, never used it, but it should be highly effective; otherwise why would so many be willing to pay a huge amount for it? It must be effective.”