SWNOVELXO Chapter 57: Veiled Conversations
"Pharmacists are really something else. They are respected wherever they go, especially high - level pharmacists," Liam Smith sighed softly.There was a time when Liam Smith also wanted to become a pharmacist. However, since Alistair wasn't a pharmacist, his dream was shattered.You know, in the Liberty Divine Land, to become a pharmacist, the most basic requirement is to have extremely strong Soul Power, and furthermore, to have a pharmacist teach you personally.After all, there are countless elixirs in the world. Even for elixirs of the same type, there are innumerable varieties. Depending on the prescription, the effects of the refined elixirs are also different.Generally speaking, if the same elixir is refined by two pharmacists, the prescriptions may not be the same.Without a pharmacist master personally imparting knowledge, just considering these elixir prescriptions, even if a person spends a lifetime on them, it's not certain that they will achieve anything.In addition, in elixir - making, besides Soul Power, one also needs extremely strong means of controlling flames.For the same prescription and pharmacists of the same level, if the means of controlling flames are different, the effects of the refined elixirs will also be different.At the same time, to successfully refine an elixir, many details need to be paid attention to. It can't be accomplished overnight, nor can it be achieved by just tinkering alone.There is no such thing as a genius in the way of elixir - making. It only requires continuous accumulation. Therefore, it's almost impossible to reach the peak in the field of elixir - making without the guidance of an elder."Hmph, he's just a fourth - class pharmacist. What's there to envy?" Alistair's disdainful voice came from Liam Smith's mind. "In the past, a fourth - class pharmacist wasn't even worthy to carry my shoes."Liam Smith had no way to deal with Alistair, who had extremely high standards. He didn't know how to respond.Gideon Wilson, who was beside him, seemed to be in complete agreement. He nodded to himself and said, "I wish I were a pharmacist."As they were talking, Caspian Smith, who was in the main seat, had already sat down. He waved his hand and told his subordinates to serve tea to everyone.Then he introduced to the family disciples, "Dear disciples of the Smith family, this is the famous Master Mu Aldrich, and he's also an old friend of ours."Aldrich stood up slightly to greet everyone.Naturally, many Elders of the Smith family knew his identity. Although many disciples had never seen him, most of them had heard of his reputation. At this moment, they all looked extremely admiring.After some pleasantries.Caspian Smith got straight to the point and asked, "I wonder what brings Master Mu to the Silvermoon Valley this time?""I'm here on behalf of a friend's request," Aldrich said meaningfully."Oh?" Caspian Smith looked a bit surprised and then asked, "I wonder who this friend of Master Mu is? Liam would really like to get to know him."Aldrich picked up the teacup unhurriedly, took a sip of tea, stroked his long beard, and smiled. "This person is very familiar to the head of the Smith family. You've had a lot of dealings with him on weekdays."Caspian Smith's eyes showed even more confusion. He thought to himself for a moment.However, he obviously didn't get any results. He slightly clasped his fists and said, "After hearing what Master Mu said, Liam is even more curious. But after thinking left and right, I still can't think of such a person. Please enlighten me, Master Mu."Aldrich smiled faintly and leaned close to Caspian Smith's ear to whisper.No one knew what he said, but Caspian Smith's face suddenly became a bit complicated.There was a glimmer of surprise in his eyes as he said, "So it's him?""Exactly," Aldrich nodded. He didn't seem surprised by Caspian Smith's shock. He smiled faintly and said, "A few days ago, it was he who sent someone to the imperial capital to inform me. That's why I rushed to the Silvermoon Valley day and night.""I didn't expect Master Mu to have such a deep friendship with him. Liam has been in the Silvermoon Valley for decades and never noticed it. I'm really ashamed," Caspian Smith said with an embarrassed look."The head of the Smith family is being too modest."Caspian Smith looked at Aldrich twice, paused, and then asked, "May I ask Master Mu, did that friend ask you to come here because something important has happened?""For the Silvermoon Valley, it's indeed a major event," Aldrich said meaningfully.This made Caspian Smith even more confused. He quickly asked, "I wonder if Master Mu would be willing to tell me about it?"Since it was a major event for the Silvermoon Valley, it was bound to be somewhat related to the three major families. As one of the three major families, the Smith family naturally couldn't stay out of it. Now that Aldrich knew, Caspian Smith naturally wouldn't let this opportunity slip.As the saying goes, knowing yourself and your enemy ensures victory in every battle."Of course. I rushed to the Smith family tonight just to let the head of the Smith family know," Aldrich said indifferently."Oh?" Caspian Smith was a bit delighted. He clasped his fists and said, "Thank you, Master Mu.""We've known each other for decades. This is just a small favor. You're welcome," Aldrich waved his hand.Hearing Aldrich say this, a trace of uncontrollable joy appeared on Caspian Smith's face.These words from Aldrich might seem like ordinary polite words to an ordinary person, but in Caspian Smith's ears, they meant something else.This showed that Aldrich really regarded him and the Smith family as friends. Gaining the favor of a fourth - class pharmacist was also a great help in the Silvermoon Valley."What Master Mu said is true," Caspian Smith smiled. "But I wonder what that matter you mentioned is?"Aldrich chuckled twice and asked in return, "The head of the Smith family should know what I do, right?""Master Mu is a pharmacist. This is common knowledge. Is there a problem?""The head of the Smith family is an intelligent person," Aldrich said meaningfully. "Some things are not easy to talk about. But with the wisdom of the head of the Smith family, I think you should be able to figure it out."As soon as Caspian Smith heard this, he immediately fell into thought. After a while, he seemed to think of something, and his face became a bit solemn.He leaned closer to Aldrich and whispered, "I wonder if Master Mu is talking about a complete - grade or a semi - complete - grade?"Caspian Smith's words left many of the present leading Elders, Elder deacons, and younger disciples confused.But at this moment, they didn't dare to discuss loudly or stand up and ask directly. They could only stare intently at the expressions of Caspian Smith and Aldrich.Only a few Elders like Theodore Smith understood what the two were talking about. Their faces all became a bit solemn."Semi - complete - grade," Aldrich said word by word."Semi - complete - grade?" Caspian Smith seemed a bit shocked. But after all, he had seen the world, and he quickly regained his composure.He picked up the teacup beside him and took a sip of tea, then asked, "I wonder which kind of goods Master is talking about?"As he spoke, Caspian Smith also stretched out his right hand and made a gesture of three and a four.Aldrich naturally understood. He didn't say anything, just slightly stretched out his right thumb.This made Caspian Smith and several core Elders quite shocked. They looked at each other, as if transmitting some kind of information.Caspian Smith paused for a moment and asked in a deep voice, "Is what Master said true?""Absolutely true," Aldrich nodded heavily. "Before coming to the Smith family, I had already checked. There's definitely no falsehood. And this batch of goods is top - notch. It may affect the power changes of the three major families in the Silvermoon Valley.""From what Master Mu said, it seems that this thing is really extremely powerful," Cassian Smith frowned and said with a sullen face."What the Second Elder said is correct," Aldrich turned his gaze to Caspian Smith and said, "Head of the Smith family, we've known each other for decades. Presumably, you know very well about my character. You must seize this opportunity well this time.""Since Master has said so, Liam naturally doesn't dare to be negligent," Caspian Smith nodded and said in a deep voice, "Please tell me the details, Master. Liam can make arrangements as soon as possible."Aldrich slightly waved his right hand, motioning for Caspian Smith to come closer. He whispered in his ear again.Unexpectedly, after hearing this, Caspian Smith's entire face changed. His pupils dilated, and his mouth opened so wide that a fist could fit in.It took him a full moment to come back to his senses. His throat moved with difficulty, and he said, "It's actually such a good thing?""Exactly," Aldrich said indifferently. "At first, I didn't believe it either. But after seeing it with my own eyes, I had to believe it. And that thing is even better than the ones I've encountered before.""Why would such a thing appear in the Silvermoon Valley?" Caspian Smith's face tightened, and he said to himself."I don't know about that," Aldrich shook his head. "But this thing came very strangely. I'm afraid there's someone deliberately plotting behind it.""Oh, what do you mean?" Caspian Smith asked."This thing doesn't belong to that place.""Doesn't belong to that place?" Caspian Smith was shocked again. "Then Master means that this thing..."Aldrich obviously guessed what Caspian Smith was going to say next. He nodded to show that Caspian Smith's thought was correct."Then who could it be?" Caspian Smith seemed extremely nervous. He turned his puzzled gaze to Mu Tianqing again and asked, "Master, didn't you ask about the person behind this thing?"Hearing this, Aldrich sighed slightly and said, "I knew the situation was serious, so of course I asked. But he was unwilling to say a single word.""No wonder. It's their rule," Caspian Smith seemed to understand."I didn't want to ask too much, and then I rushed to your Smith family," Aldrich said."I really don't know how to repay Master's deep friendship," Caspian Smith came back to his senses and clasped his fists at Aldrich again. "Master has had a long journey. This time, you must stay in my Smith family for a few days. Liam can do his part as the host.""Haha, then I'll have to trouble the head of the Smith family," Aldrich laughed twice."What Master said is not right. You've brought us such important news. These trivial matters of food, clothing, housing, and transportation are naturally the responsibility of our Smith family," Caspian Smith said."There's one more thing I'd better tell the head of the Smith family in advance," Aldrich seemed to think of something and said."Master Mu, please feel free to speak," Caspian Smith said."This time, I came because of a friend's invitation. I'm not convenient to interfere in the affairs of the Silvermoon Valley. No matter what the outcome is in the future, please don't blame me, head of the Smith family," Aldrich said."Master Mu is being too serious," Caspian Smith smiled faintly. "Master's coming to inform us is already a great kindness to the Smith family. As for the result, it depends on the ability of the Smith family. How could we blame Master?""That's good," Aldrich said indifferently.The conversation between the two was really confusing. Except for a few people like Theodore Smith, no one present could understand it. At this moment, they all started to whisper among themselves.