"Good, little brother, you are amazing..."
Huang Ying wanted to grab Gao Xian's hand, but her body was so weak that she couldn't exert any strength, and her tone of voice was unusually soft.
She knew that Gao Xian's massage technique was powerful, but this time it had completely drained her soul, leaving her feeling like she was floating and ascending like an immortal.
Gao Xian handed Huang Ying a cup of warm tea: "Sister Ying, have some water."
The Master-level Electric Light Solar Dragon Hand was too strong, causing Huang Ying to sweat all over, making her definitely thirsty.
He had intended to take the opportunity to chat with Huang Ying about Zhu the shopkeeper's matters, but Huang Ying seemed to be in a trance and not suitable for discussing business.
After chatting with Huang Ying for a while, when her sweat had dried up and most of her drunkenness had faded, Gao Xian finally got to the point, "Sister Ying, Zhu the shopkeeper is investigating the Tian Gui Pill. I'm afraid he will soon find out about me."
Huang Ying frowned slightly, "Zhu Hong'an is a very greedy person. It would be troublesome if he found out about our affairs."
She had actually anticipated this, after all, Feima Market was so small, and with the increasing sales of the Tian Gui Pill, how could Zhu Hong'an, as the owner of the medicine shop, turn a blind eye?
According to the rules, only Changsheng Hall had the qualifications to sell pills in Feima Market. She had actually crossed the line.
This time it was recommended by Zhu Qiniang, and she thought this matter was tacitly approved. At least Zhu Qiniang could handle it.
Now Zhu Hong'an was causing trouble, which was very troublesome.
Moreover, the interests involved in the Tian Gui Pill were significant, and she did not want to let go easily.
Although selling a Stone-Cutting Sword could fetch a hundred spirit stones, such a sword could not be sold more than a few in a month.
Furthermore, Baibing Hall was the business of Lianyun Sect, and the Huang family could only get a fifth of the profit.
On a personal level, the income was not much. By all means, she could only earn sixty to seventy spirit stones in a month.
However, the Tian Gui Pill was different; all the spirit stones earned would be hers. With ten Tian Gui Pills, she could earn one spirit stone.
With the large sales of the Tian Gui Pill, she could earn at least a hundred low-grade spirit stones in a month, which was equivalent to one medium-grade spirit stone!
This was more than what she earned as a boss, and it was easier.
Selling the Tian Gui Pill to anyone would earn her a favor. By controlling the Tian Gui Pill, she had become a prominent figure among the female cultivators in Feima Market.
Therefore, the intangible benefits brought by this were difficult to measure in spirit stones.
After thinking for a while, Huang Ying said, "You don't need to worry. If Zhu Hong'an really causes trouble for you, I will definitely stand up for you."
"I'm worried he will go to my master." Gao Xian was not afraid of Zhu the shopkeeper, but he was somewhat afraid of his master.
This fear mainly stemmed from the deep respect the original owner had for Xu Mingyuan.
"Your master is in Lianyun City, far away. He can't control you."
Huang Ying said, "Your alchemy skills have greatly improved now. If your master finds out, he will definitely protect you and not favor outsiders.
"You still have Zhou Ye by your side. If anything happens, the two of us will protect you together, and we can definitely keep you safe!"
Gao Xian was slightly disappointed. Huang Ying's response was not wrong, but it was too passive and lacked a detailed plan.
However, he didn't say anything and chatted with Huang Ying for a while before bidding farewell and leaving.
Coming out of Baibing Hall, Gao Xian went to the Lingfu Hall to see Zhou Ye.
Taking Deer Antler Powder every day had made the old man's face flush with redness, full of vitality, and he looked ten years younger.
Zhou Ye was very happy to see Gao Xian. Recently, the Deer Antler Powder was selling better and better, and it was almost in short supply.
The income from selling Deer Antler Powder was more than what he earned from selling talismans.
After all, talismans were expensive, and ordinary cultivators would only buy two or three for self-defense, and would not use them unless absolutely necessary.
Deer Antler Powder was different; a lustful man would need at least one pill a day.
Just as Gao Xian had said before, he could easily sell a thousand Deer Antler Powders in a month.
While talismans required careful crafting, Deer Antler Powder was just reselling, with a stark difference in difficulty.
Seeing Gao Xian now, Zhou Ye was even more affectionate than he was with his own daughter. He led Gao Xian to the main room in the backyard, preparing tea and snacks warmly.
If it were Zhou Yuling, Gao Xian would have been tired of sticking with the girl all day. But with the old man, Gao Xian got straight to the point and talked about Zhu the shopkeeper's matter.
"Zhu Hong'an is not that scary. If he dares to cause trouble, I will definitely help you. Both I and their sect's Foundation Establishment Elder are old acquaintances."
Involving the ownership of Deer Antler Powder, Zhou Ye immediately promised to help Gao Xian.
Both Zhou Ye and Huang Ying were unwilling to take the initiative to resolve this matter.
Gao Xian probably understood their attitudes. There should be a clear division of labor within Lianyun Sect, and they felt a bit guilty about interfering in the medicine business, not daring to pressurize Zhu Hong'an too much.
Moreover, Huang Ying and Zhou Ye probably couldn't suppress Zhu Hong'an either.
Changsheng Hall was the largest store in Feima Market, followed by Baibing Hall, and Lingfu Hall was even lower.
For Zhou Ye to be willing to help him was already good enough. Gao Xian couldn't ask for more.
Coming out of Lingfu Hall, Gao Xian sighed inwardly. It seemed that he would have to rely on himself for this matter.
The most urgent thing was to arm himself as much as possible.
Gao Xian went straight to Yunyi Fang, a ready-made clothing store that sold clothes, shoes, hats, and other items.
Yunyi Fang had a pleasant name, but the storefront was not large, displaying various Daoist robes, inner garments, outer garments, shoes, boots, and other ordinary clothing items.
These clothes were not expensive; you could buy three or four sets for one spirit stone. You could also buy them individually, and the shopkeeper would give you change in talismans.
One spirit stone could be exchanged for ten talismans.
Talismans were coins made of gold, the same size as copper coins, with "Lianyun" on the front and a Lianyun talisman on the back.
The unique aura of the talismans could only be made by Lianyun Sect and could effectively prevent cultivators from counterfeiting them.
Because the talismans were made by Lianyun Sect, they could only be used within the influence of Lianyun Sect.
Most cultivators preferred to use spirit stones for transactions, rarely using talismans.
Especially in a place like Feima Market, cultivators felt that spirit stones were more reliable.
The shopkeeper of Yunyi Fang was good at doing business; the prices of the clothes were marked on paper, saving the process of asking for prices.
Now that Gao Xian had money, he had no interest in ordinary clothes. He entered and said to the shop assistant, "I want to buy something good."
The shop assistant's face immediately brightened with a few more smiles, "Please come inside, Daoist."
In a room inside, there were seven or eight Daoist robes, several styles of shoes, belts, and so on. However, all these items were attached with long chains to prevent theft.
A middle-aged man with a friendly and prosperous face came up to Gao Xian, "Friend, what would you like to see? Can I help you with any recommendations?"
The middle-aged man was obviously a cultivator in the late Qi Refining stage, although he was plump, his eyes were bright and full of vigor, with an air of spirituality.
Gao Xian nodded, "Boss, I want a good pair of shoes."
"Haha, friend, you've come at the right time. I just received a pair of Water-Fire Lotus Silk Boots."
The boss took out a pair of black straight boots, with a simple style and fine texture.
"Look at the vamp of these shoes, made of Water-Fire Lotus Silk woven from lotus roots, impervious to water and fire, resistant to poisonous insects, flexible and breathable. The sole is made of Double-Headed Demon Crocodile leather, puncture-proof and non-slip, inscribed with Wind Control Technique, can be activated three times a day."
The boss smiled, "For this first-grade medium-quality Water-Fire Lotus Silk Boots, I'll sell them to you for eighty spirit stones, isn't that too much?"
Gao Xian was quite satisfied with these boots. He asked, "I wonder if they will fit me."
"I can adjust the size for you, guaranteed to fit."
"Can I try them on?"
"I'm sorry, you can't try them on, but you can touch them and feel the material, the craftsmanship. You won't find a second pair in Feima Market!"
The boss, being a businessman, described the boots in a grandiose manner.
Gao Xian was also tempted, but he was not the same as he was two months ago. At that time, he had no experience and was extremely timid and nervous.
After frequent interactions with Huang Ying and Zhou Ye, Gao Xian found that these Qi Refining stage cultivators were just like that. At least in terms of wisdom, ability, and character, they were not much stronger than ordinary people.
He adopted the air of buying things from roadside stalls in his past life, "Twenty spirit stones, I'll take them."
The boss's smile disappeared from his face, and he stared at Gao Xian coldly, "Friend, I don't like jokes!"
(End of this chapter)