Chapter 87: Getting Greedy
Chapter 87: Getting Greedy
As an Earth-level alchemist, Master Liu never imagined that someone could achieve perfect separation while refining medicinal liquid.
There wasn't a trace of impurity in the liquid!
This was entirely beyond his comprehension.
The medicinal liquid surpassed the quality of ordinary Earth-level medicine, reaching the realm of quasi-Heaven-level refinement!
Though it was fundamentally Earth-level, its medicinal potency and effects far exceeded this grade, rivaling even the power of standard Heaven-level medicinal liquids.
Even the revered Heavenly Pharmacist—a legend among alchemists, respected throughout the world—might struggle to produce such an extraordinary result!
"This must be a stroke of rare fortune," Master Liu thought. "The alchemist must have entered a profound state of concentration, merging with the essence of heaven and earth. Only in such a mysterious and transcendental state could one create such a super-grade medicinal liquid."
His thoughts raced as he held the porcelain vial, his heart pounding uncontrollably.
Master Liu quickly discerned that the creator of this liquid was not a professional alchemist.
The evidence was clear: the techniques typically employed by skilled alchemists were conspicuously absent. Yet the precision and sophistication in the extraction and tempering process were unparalleled—beyond even the Heavenly Pharmacist he once revered. It was an achievement beyond his wildest imagination.
"This is raw, natural talent," Master Liu realized, his breath quickening. "An extraordinary, self-taught genius!"
He surmised that the person who refined the liquid likely possessed minimal formal training and had refined this extraordinary medicine by sheer chance.
In the world of alchemists, there was a fabled phenomenon known as Jijing.
Legends spoke of a state where an alchemist, in perfect harmony with the heavens and earth, became a vessel of divine assistance. In this state, refining medicine felt almost effortless, yielding super-grade medicinal liquids and elixirs far beyond one's typical ability.
It was said that an alchemist who entered this state could break through their current limits, reaching the pinnacle of the next level instantly.
However, such a state was purely serendipitous—rarely encountered and never intentionally achieved.
"Could it be?" Master Liu wondered, his heart racing. "Did this person stumble into that elusive state, allowing them to refine such a flawless medicinal liquid?"
His excitement quickly turned into a burning desire.
If this liquid truly was a product of Jijing, its value was immeasurable. Even the Heavenly Pharmacist might not be able to replicate such perfection. And this particular liquid was specifically designed to heal damaged meridians—a rarity among rarities.
Master Liu's mind whirled with possibilities. He knew the lord who had commissioned this medicine also sought a remedy for severe meridian injuries. Offering this super-grade liquid would undoubtedly secure Master Liu immense favor and privileges in the future.
His heartbeat quickened further as he made his decision.
"This bottle… I must keep it for myself," he thought, clutching the vial tightly.
He straightened his posture and forced a neutral expression before speaking.
"Indeed, this medicinal liquid appears to be of very high quality. I would say it's top-grade at the Earth level."
As he spoke, he glanced at Luo Qingtong, gauging her reaction.
To his relief, she remained indifferent to his assessment, confirming his suspicions.
"She has no idea about the grade of this liquid," he concluded triumphantly. "It must have been pure luck that she managed to refine this."
The thought filled him with glee, his greed intensifying.
"But I'll need to analyze the medicinal properties more thoroughly. Please wait here for a moment," Master Liu said, turning to leave with the vial in hand.
As he disappeared from sight, Luo Qingtong's eyes narrowed, a subtle glint of sharpness flashing within them.