The Sacred Nether Grass is unique to the Sacred Nether Family and has the effect of enhancing soul force.
The older it is, the stronger the effect.
A five-year-old Sacred Nether Grass is worth fifty thousand demon spirit coins, while ten or twenty-year-old ones are several times, even dozens of times more expensive.
"We'll listen to Young Master Chen!"
"Yes, we'll follow your lead!"
Chen Linjian looked around, counted the people, and said, "There are twenty of us. We need to find more people!"
Recently, not far from Glory City, a town's ruins have been discovered, likely from before the Dark Era.
Many people have grouped up to explore, so Chen Linjian also wants to gather people for an expedition.
Du Ze, Lu Piao, and others glanced into the distance.
"If there is any Sacred Nether Grass, Du Ze will definitely break through to Bronze One-Star!" Lu Piao mumbled.
But such things as Sacred Nether Grass are beyond their means.
With money, one could buy many precious herbs or pills to aid in cultivation!
Nie Li wasn't concerned about money; his thoughts were on something else.
In his past life, there was a site outside Glory City where many strong practitioners explored but found nothing.
Unexpectedly, it was later discovered by Chen Linjian and others, who unearthed a massive treasure trove through a hidden path.
It was said that during that event, Ye Ziyun also participated.
Nie Li once heard Ye Ziyun talk about the details.
Shen Yue found a spirit lamp during that event, which sold for a million demon spirit coins at auction.
Just a million demon spirit coins wasn't worth it for Nie Li to take action, but he knew the wonderful use of that spirit lamp.
Obtaining it would greatly aid his future cultivation.
That spirit lamp must be acquired!
Nie Li stood up and walked towards Chen Linjian.
"I want to join your group. Would Young Master Chen be willing?" Nie Li looked directly at Chen Linjian, a hint of nostalgia rising.
Among the young talents of various families, Chen Linjian was outstanding.
In Nie Li’s previous life, he was only a step away from reaching the Black Gold demon spirit master realm.
His character was neither particularly good nor bad; Nie Li wasn’t very familiar with him.
In Glory City’s last battle, when Chen Linjian learned that the Divine Sacred Family was cowardly and the west gate was breached, he furiously killed six of their disciples.
He could be considered a person who distinguishes between gratitude and enmity!
Chen Linjian looked up, scrutinized Nie Li, and said noncommittally, "Who are you? Do you know what we're planning?"
The people around Chen Linjian looked at Nie Li, a hint of ridicule in their eyes.
"Kid, have you reached the Bronze level? If not, don’t meddle here."
Nie Li ignored their mockery and said, "Of course, I know what you're up to. You're planning to explore the Ancient Orchid City Ruins, right?"
Chen Linjian showed a hint of surprise.
How did Nie Li know they were going to explore the Ancient Orchid City Ruins? They had kept this a secret and hadn't informed anyone.
If their family found out, they would certainly be stopped.
"Who are you?" Chen Linjian's eyes narrowed slightly, a dangerous light flashing.
"Nie Li."
"Nie Li?" Chen Linjian suddenly remembered.
Recently, Nie Li had been making a name for himself.
He reportedly embarrassed the Divine Sacred Family over falsely claiming rune patterns they didn’t create, an act Chen Linjian despised.
"I've heard you’ve read many ancient texts?"
"Indeed, I’ve read everything I could find in the library," Nie Li replied, nodding slightly, exuding strong confidence.
"Hahaha, what big words!"
"A boy who's barely grown any hair dares to claim he's read every book in the library. Ridiculous! Even if you started reading in the womb, you couldn't finish so many books."
Several people nearby mocked Nie Li to their heart's content.
Nie Li was quite an intriguing figure.
Without doubting him, Chen Linjian tapped his fingers lightly on the table and asked, "Since you've read so many books, can you tell me the era of the Ancient Orchid City Ruins?"
"Based on current clues, most of Ancient Orchid City’s architecture is dome-shaped, and the entire city is square-shaped, matching two eras: one during the Snowstorm Empire and another during the Divine Empire. However, in terms of mural style, someone discovered a large lotus mural in Ancient Orchid City. Lotus murals only became popular in the later Divine Empire period, so it's likely that the ruins date from the late Divine Empire to the Dark Era," Nie Li explained calmly, analyzing the origins of Ancient Orchid City.
Hearing Nie Li’s words, Chen Linjian’s followers glanced at one another, understanding little yet feeling something extraordinary.
"Good!" Chen Linjian suddenly stood up.
Nie Li had easily determined the era of Ancient Orchid City.
This knowledge seemed simple but was refined beyond what even scholars in Glory City who study ancient history could achieve.
He looked at Nie Li with a hint of admiration, "Follow me, and I’ll provide you with resources for cultivation and study. How about it?"
Chen Linjian’s followers were surprised that Chen Linjian valued Nie Li so highly.
Become Chen Linjian's follower? Nie Li smiled faintly and said, "This time, let’s cooperate for mutual benefit. I doubt anyone understands the architecture of Ancient Orchid City better than I do. If we find any treasure, I’ll choose one item first, and the rest is yours. If not, I’ll go alone."
"Choose first? Who do you think you are?"
"You're not even at Bronze level, and you dare to negotiate with our Young Master Chen?"
Chen Linjian observed Nie Li, puzzled by his unwavering confidence despite not even being at Bronze level.
Where did his confidence come from?
"I guarantee that if you take me along, this trip will certainly be fruitful!" Nie Li declared proudly, aware of exactly where Ancient Orchid City's treasure was hidden.
Chen Linjian possessed a map of the Ancient Orchid City's treasure, although incomplete.
He pondered for a moment, wondering if Nie Li held a more complete version.
"Alright, it's a deal! I'll say it again: if you're willing to follow me, I’ll ensure you’re well rewarded. If not, I'm sure we’ll still have opportunities to collaborate."
Chen Linjian smiled confidently.
Chen Linjian’s followers were taken aback, not expecting Chen Linjian to agree.
"I hope we have a pleasant cooperation," Nie Li said calmly and turned to leave.
"Three days later, at six in the morning, meet here. Don’t be late!" Chen Linjian called out, watching Nie Li depart with a playful smile.
Nie Li was indeed an interesting person.
"Going to explore Ancient Orchid City Ruins? Seems like there’s a lot to prepare," Nie Li murmured, intending to go alone since visiting the ruins without reaching Bronze level would be quite dangerous.
As time passed, it was already afternoon.
In the Alchemists' Guild of Glory City.
The guild's overseer was a woman named Yang Xin.
Despite being only twenty-five years old, she had achieved remarkable success.
Yang Xin was a Gold-level demon spirit master, not particularly outstanding in cultivation, but her achievements in alchemy surpassed even some of the guild's elder members.
Initially, when Yang Xin became an overseer, many in the guild thought she got the position due to her looks.
However, as Yang Xin gradually showcased her talent and skill, those gossipers fell silent.
As usual, Yang Xin collected the letters from the Alchemists' Guild’s mailbox.
Many alchemists wrote their insights into these letters, which the guild compiled into books for alchemists to read.
Since the ancient alchemy texts were mostly lost, alchemists were crucial, but their crafted pills had limited effects, making alchemy an awkward profession in Glory City.
Yang Xin’s delicate fingers opened the letters.
Some professed love for her, which she promptly discarded.
Soon, one article caught her attention.
"On the Application of Violet Orchid Grass in Alchemy?" Yang Xin furrowed her brow, her fair and exquisite face showing a hint of doubt.
Violet Orchid Grass only used for fumigation and insect repellent, what else could it do?
Yang Xin continued reading.
The letter detailed numerous uses for Violet Orchid Grass.
Adding some during the preparation of Soul Gathering Pills or Soul Nourishing Pills could increase their efficacy by thirty percent.
Moreover, using Violet Orchid Grass in combination with five common herbs for a bath could nourish soul force, among other uses.
There were sixty such applications, half of which were extremely valuable.
If verified, the price of Violet Orchid Grass might skyrocket dozens of times!
Yang Xin chuckled coldly.
"Trying to use me to hype the price of Violet Orchid Grass? You better have real substance! This person must be a fraud!"
Yang Xin tossed the article aside, refusing to believe that ordinary Violet Orchid Grass could have so many uses!
While reading other articles, Yang Xin hesitated.
If Violet Orchid Grass did have those applications, it would greatly impact alchemy's development.
"Fine, I'll test it out! Someone, bring me some Violet Orchid Grass!" Yang Xin called out.
The Alchemists' Guild had quite a stock of various herbs, so they likely had some Violet Orchid Grass.
Soon, someone brought some Violet Orchid Grass.
"Overseer Yang, we have only three pounds of Violet Orchid Grass left."
Yang Xin frowned slightly.
She knew of the recent mass buying of Violet Orchid Grass as the guild overseer.
"Alright, I understand!" Yang Xin nodded, beginning to use Violet Orchid Grass to prepare Soul Gathering Pills and Soul Nourishing Pills.
The recipes for Soul Gathering Pills and Soul Nourishing Pills had been passed down in Glory City for hundreds of years, and nobody dared to alter them lightly.
The ingredients were expensive, and failure pained ordinary alchemists too much to risk experimenting by adding things randomly.
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