At the same time as Zhou Xun was holding a celebration, the three brothers of the Wei family were also talking about Zhou Xun.

"Big brother, that Zhou Xun has become a Tier One Low-Grade Alchemist!" Wei Shangren was somewhat anxious.

In terms of status, this person is now completely equal to his big brother Wei Shangli.

If it weren't for Wei Shangli being a son-in-law of the Wu Family, he might have been surpassed by now.

The Pill Treasure Pavilion is currently a formidable force, its strength growing day by day.

As a member of the Pill Treasure Pavilion, Zhou Xun's status naturally rises along with it.

"Yes, big brother, this Zhou Xun is truly uncanny!" Wei Shangyi gritted his teeth when mentioning Zhou Xun.

Back in the day, the matter of the assessment caused him to miss the position of apprentice at the Pill Treasure Pavilion.

Afterwards, he left the Pill Treasure Pavilion and apprenticed under a Middle-Grade Alchemist.

Compared to the apprentices of the Pill Treasure Pavilion, he was far behind.

"This person has now become quite influential, and I'm afraid it will be difficult to deal with him!" Wei Shangli sighed.

To be precise, he has always been difficult to deal with.

He made several attempts, all ending in failure due to various reasons.

It seems this person was born to turn misfortune into blessings!

Wei Shangli shook his head, acknowledging it was already challenging dealing with him from within the Pill Treasure Pavilion.

Even his brother-in-law, the Chief Steward of the Pill Treasure Pavilion, advised them at first opportunity to strictly uphold the transaction made back then after Zhou Xun became an Alchemist.

If from the outside, this person never steps out of Red Leaf Square even half a step, having the will but lacking the means.

Over the past year or so, Zhou Xun's daily routine was from his home at Luliu Lane to the Pill Treasure Pavilion and back.

Two points and one line.

He is truly very difficult to deal with.

"Are we just going to watch him develop unrestrainedly like this?"

"I know his character best, once he gains power, he will certainly not let us off!"

At this moment, Wei Shangren was exceptionally clear-headed.

He accurately stated Zhou Xun's future plans.

"If it weren't for you, we wouldn't have offended this person to such an extent!" Wei Shangyi was annoyed.

"Enough, in the future, let's just mind our own business. Even if he has exceptional Alchemy Talent and becomes a Tier One High-Grade Alchemist,"

"He still cannot cause us substantial harm!"

Wei Shangli finally concluded.

By the time Zhou Xun becomes a High-Grade Alchemist, he would surely have become a High-Grade Talisman Master as well.

Both are Tier One High-Grade, even if there are some status differences, they won't be significant.

Therefore, he is not afraid of Zhou Xun.

As for achieving Tier Two, that is absolutely impossible, as a Loose Cultivator, High-Grade is already the limit.

...

At home on Luliu Lane.

Upon hearing Hong San mention news about Tier Two Spirit Medicine, Zhou Xun's heart stirred, and he quickly asked:

"Please enlighten me, Third Brother!"

Upon hearing this, Hong San did not directly answer but instead asked Zhou Xun:

"Brother Zhou, have you heard of the 'black market'?"

"The black market, I've heard of it!" Zhou Xun nodded.

This black market is a trade market independent of Red Leaf Square.

Because it is unofficial, many treasures that cannot see the light, as well as some explicitly prohibited treasures, are all traded there.

This is also another aspect that contributes to the prosperity of the black market.

"This time, the black market will be held on a mountain range eight hundred miles west of Red Leaf Square."

"Also, this black market will hold a small auction, according to the auction list circulating, there is exactly a Tier Two Spirit Grass!" Hong San explained.

It seems the Tier Two Spirit Medicine at the auction was exactly the information he had.

"Indeed, it is an opportunity." Zhou Xun nodded.

"However, this time, the Tier Two Spirit Medicine up for auction is the Yin Condensing Grass!" Hong San said with some embarrassment.

The greatest use of the Yin Condensing Grass is to enhance a cultivator's resistance to Yin Qi.

For the cultivators around Red Leaf Square, this item is not of much value.

Because within tens of thousands of miles around Red Leaf Square, there is no existence of a Yin Qi Land.

Only those who cultivate specific cultivation techniques would have a need for it.

Therefore, although this spirit medicine is classified as Tier Two, its price is not very high, just slightly higher than some Tier One High-Grade Spirit Medicine.

"Too bad it's the Yin Condensing Grass, I'm afraid Elder Lin won't be interested!" Zhou Xun regretfully remarked.

He ostensibly sought spirit medicine for Lin Zhishan, so he naturally had to respond in a way related to Lin Zhishan's identity.

"Indeed, I was excited for nothing at the time!"

"However, if Tier Two Spirit Medicine can appear here once, it can appear twice. This matter still needs Third Brother to pay close attention to the news on the black market!" Zhou Xun reminded again.

"Don't worry!" Hong San nodded.

He didn't tell Zhou Xun that the organizers of the black market are actually the four major forces on the outskirts of Red Leaf Square.

...

After the celebration ended, Hong San quickly left.

Zhou Xun began preparing to head to the black market.

This trip, he had thought through carefully.

Firstly, the news of him going to the black market was not known to others, thus the possibility of an ambush could be ruled out.

Secondly, Zhou Xun's assets are currently considerable, allowing him to purchase enough defense and escape treasures, ensuring great safety in heading to the black market.

Thirdly, Zhou Xun currently possesses the Divine Sense only Late-Stage Cultivators have, as long as he acquires a Magical Artifact, his combat power can completely contend with Middle-Stage Cultivators.

Overall, this trip shouldn't pose much risk.

And this is also the only Tier Two Spirit Medicine he can afford, so the opportunity must not be missed.

...

Before setting off, Zhou Xun counted his possessions.

A total of eighty-three Spirit Stones.

All accumulated over the past year and a half.

"Tier One Low-Grade... at least a Middle-Grade Defense Talisman is needed, as well as a Light Body Talisman to increase speed."

"Unfortunately, the Tier One High-Grade Flying Talisman is too expensive, buying it would leave me unable to bid for that Tier Two Spirit Medicine!" Zhou Xun felt a trace of regret.

"A Magical Artifact is also needed, in case of encountering a Tribulation Cultivator; I might need to surprise them!"

He could find a way to get some talismans from Lan Song.

His master is a Tier One Middle-Grade Talisman Maker, buying from him would offer larger discounts.

Moreover, it would also deepen their relationship.

Killing two birds with one stone!

As for the Magical Artifact, the only choice is to go to the Hundred Treasures Pavilion.

He has a great relationship with the shopkeeper of the Hundred Treasures Pavilion, selecting a good Magical Artifact at a lower cost shouldn't be a problem.

...

Three days later, a young man dressed as a Demon Hunting Cultivator exited the western gate of Red Leaf Square and sped away.

It went very smoothly, and there was no case of the rumored Tribulation Cultivator blocking the road.

After almost a day's effort, Zhou Xun finally arrived at the entrance of the black market.

A mountain range shrouded in thick fog made it difficult to see inside.

Zhou Xun activated the Celestial Eye Technique, immediately seeing through the fog, and walked towards the entrance.

As Zhou Xun entered, various Spirit Lights were constantly speeding in from afar.

Among these people were two cultivators wearing dark brown long robes.

"Big brother, is there really Yin Condensing Grass here?" asked the short and stout cultivator to the person beside him.

"It must be true, with the auction held here by the black market, how could the auction list dare to write randomly?" replied the tall and thin middle-aged man in an unpleasant voice, expressionless.

"We must buy this Yin Condensing Grass, then my brother can use it to break through to the Late-Stage!"

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