SWNOVELXO Chapter 161: Selling Foundation Establishment Pills_2
As for Zhao Chengjing, Chen Yi sighed in his heart, she probably did not wish to see him anymore.
Now, even Liu Huo, who once was fit, had a chubby face etched with the signs of age, resembling a middle-aged man,
Zhao Chengjing still hadn't managed Foundation Establishment. At her age, no matter how well she maintained her appearance, her entire body had gradually aged, turning her into an elderly woman,
In front of Chen Yi, who possessed Divine Sense, nothing could be concealed. She had lost her affection for him a long time ago, so it was understandable that she didn't wish to see him.
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Upon arriving at the Zhao Family,
Chen Yi first visited Zhao Chongwen, who was now so old, he could barely walk.
Years ago, Zhao Chongwen went to Chen Yi asking him to buy Array Methods from the Ye Family. Chen Yi succeeded in obtaining them,
Later, when Zhao Chongwen returned to his family, he had been seriously injured from an ambush by the Tan Family,
When Chen Yi saw him, he found that Zhao Chongwen was already an elderly man. If it weren't for the mana inside him, he would have already passed away,
Even now, his strength was exhausted, and his days were numbered.
Chen Yi felt a touch of melancholy. Back when they were captured by the Demon Cultivator Ghost Face, it was Zhao Chongwen who rescued them and brought them to the Zhao Family Island,
Now, after more than forty years, the once vibrant middle-aged man had reached the end of his life,
Chen Yi gave Zhao Chongwen a first tier high-grade injury-healing pill, helped him to ingest it, and regulated his energy,
It was the best expression of his filial piety.
Although the pill could not extend Zhao Chongwen's life, it could reduce his illness and pain in his last two years.
Under Chen Yi's treatment, Zhao Chongwen's originally sallow complexion gradually gained a bit of color, the painful look on his face disappeared, and even his wrinkles lessened.
Zhao Chongwen rose to thank Chen Yi. Chen Yi waved his hand, urging him to take care of his health.
Seeing this, those with Chen Yi, Zhao Chongjian and Zhao Chengyu, felt a tinge of melancholy.
In the past, Chen Yi had many opportunities to stay with the Zhao family, but he declined every time,
Especially in the end, Zhao Chongjian even wanted to marry him to Zhao Chengjing and offer him the best treatment in the Zhao family,
Chen Yi insisted on leaving and almost took Zhao Chengjing with him,
Which made Zhao Chongjian greatly dislike Chen Yi, thinking he was irresponsible.
But his brother Zhao Chongwen, after Chen Yi helped acquire the array methods, came to respect Chen Yi greatly. Moreover, Chen Yi spent a lot of effort and nearly ten years to treat Zhao Chengyu, which was not easy at all,
"Chen Yi is not heartless. He insisted on leaving the Zhao family because it couldn't provide him the conditions for Foundation Establishment..."
At that time, Zhao Chongjian scoffed at his brother's words,
A nearly 60-year old with Four Spirit Roots and practicing the Turtle Breathing Technique, how could he achieve Foundation Establishment?
But a year ago, news came of the 60-year-old Turtle Breathing Pharmacist achieving Foundation Establishment,
Which left Zhao Chongjian in silence for a long time,
Only then did he understand that he didn't know Chen Yi as well as his younger brother did,
Despite his poor talent, humble origin, and mediocre cultivation technique, Chen Yi had an unyielding will to pursue the Tao. He succeeded in achieving Foundation Establishment at an advanced age!
Back then, Zhao Chongjian had made a bet with Chen Yi:
He disagreed with Zhao Chengjing leaving the Zhao Family to elope with Chen Yi, unless one of them could reach the Foundation Establishment Period or become a second-tier Alchemist.
Now, Chen Yi was both a Foundation Establishment cultivator and a second-tier Alchemist.
If Chen Yi insisted, Zhao Chongjian would have no way to stop him. If his daughter ran away, not only would it be a small matter, but he, as the Zhao Family Head, would also lose face in the Immortal Cultivation World.
Luckily, dozens of years had passed and his daughter Zhao Chengjing had let go of her affectionate feelings,
Chen Yi didn't bring up the matter,
Which made Zhao Chongjian regard Chen Yi with higher respect.
Plus, back then he looked down on Chen Yi from his lofty position as the family head,
But now, when Chen Yi visited the Zhao Family, he was the lifeline they were desperately trying to hold on to,
The whole Zhao Family Island was trying to use Chen Yi's fame to deter the attacks by the Tan and Wu Families, aiming to gain a brief respite for the Zhao Family,
When he made the decision, Zhao Chongjian felt embarrassed. The man he had once driven away was now their savior. Even he felt shameless,
But for the sake of the Zhao Family, he as the family head, had no other choice.
In the evening, the Zhao Family hosted a welcome banquet for Chen Yi, which was attended by the core elites of the Zhao Family.
Liu Huo made an exception and joined in.
During the banquet, cups were meeting, and Chen Yi was having a chat with his old friends. Both the host and the guests were very happy.
After the banquet,
Chen Yi, Zhao Chengyu, and Zhao Chongjian were discussing in a secret room.
"Alchemist Chen, I apologize for not noticing your potential at first. I owe you an apology," Zhao Jingwu said first, offering Chen Yi an apology.
Chen Yi quickly helped him up, "Zhao Family Head, you're being too polite. When I first arrived in the Immortal Cultivation World, the Zhao Family provided me with a place to stay. This kindness will not be forgotten by me."
Upon hearing this, Zhao Chongjian's eyes were bright,
"Alchemist Chen, are you willing to return to Zhao Family? I will give you the position of the first guest, with the same treatment as our elders.
Moreover, Chengjing is no longer suitable for you due to her age, we have young and beautiful daughters from the main lineage of the Zhao Family. You can pick three to be your concubines, how about that?"
Zhao Chongjian looked at Chen Yi with expectation.
The Zhao Family is currently facing invasions from the Tan family and Wu Family, and Zhao Chengyu had just returned to the family and needed some time to boost his cultivation,
It's crucial for the family to now have Chen Yi, who has extensive connections and is an excellent Alchemist.
However, ever since Chen Yi arrived at Zhao Family Island, he has never left the island to participate in combat tasks, and it is even less likely for him to join the Zhao Family at this time,
"Sorry, I'm not a person who enjoys fighting, and the Martial Method I practice is not suitable for combat,
This family war is none of my business."
Upon hearing this, Zhao Chongjian was somewhat disappointed,
But at this moment, a transmitted voice from Chen Yi reached his ears:
"However, I happen to have a Foundation Establishment Pill in my hands. I wonder if the Zhao Family is interested."
While they were speaking, Chen Yi took out the formation plate, released the Sky Curtain Array on top of the three of them, to ensure privacy.
"Foundation Establishment Pill? What level? Where did you get it from?"
Zhao Chongjian was very surprised.
"You should not be concerned with where it came from. Given the current situation of the Zhao Family, do you really need to ask this?
I can assure you that this Foundation Establishment Pill was refined by a genuine second tier Alchemist. You won't have any side effects after taking it and no one will bother you because of it.
By the way, this pill was refined from a demon core with a wood attribute. It's most suitable for people who practice Martial Methods with the wood attribute."
While speaking, Chen Yi took out a jade bottle and poured out the Foundation Establishment Pill for Zhao Chongjian to see,
Both Zhao Chongjian and Zhao Chengyu widened their eyes in shock. Being Foundation Establishment cultivators, how could they not recognize this thing,
With its four living pill lines, it was definitely a genuine Foundation Establishment Pill!
"Brother Chen, you actually still have a Foundation Establishment Pill!" Zhao Chengyu was surprised and delighted,
"Brother Zhao, I hope you can keep this a secret for me. This pill is not compatible with my attributes, otherwise, I would have used it to establish my foundation."
"Alchemist Chen, how do you plan to trade this Foundation Establishment Pill?" Zhao Chongjian fixed his eyes on the pill and asked excitedly.
"If there aren't any suitable candidates with the wood attribute, I hope you can give this pill to Zhao Chengjing to take.
Also, I acquired this pill for 4800 spirit stones, you can just give me the cost price."
4800 spirit stones is considered to be on the low side among genuine Foundation Establishment Pills. Even at an auction outside, this wood attribute Foundation Establishment Pill can sell for over 5000 spirit stones,
And Chen Yi is trading it privately to the Zhao Family, which eliminates the risk of exposure. The Zhao family owes him a favor for this.
For Chen Yi, giving away this Foundation Establishment Pill is his way of repaying both the Zhao Family and Zhao Chengjing at the same time,
Zhao Chengjing major in fire and minor in wood attribute techniques, so taking this pill would be fairly appropriate,
But because she is older than Chen Yi, the difficulty of establishing the foundation is even greater. Chen Yi also does not know the outcome.
So, Chen Yi decided to give this pill to the Zhao Family Head and let him make the decision.
"Okay. Chengyu and I can make the decision on this matter. Chengyu, you go tell Chengjing that if she is willing to pay two thousand spirit stones herself, this Foundation Establishment Pill will belong to her."
"Yes, father."
Zhao Chengyu agreed.