Qin Feng continued to refine pills. As time went by, his alchemy skills became more and more mature. He was already able to refine Battle Power Pills of decent quality!
Now, he needed to improve the success rate. As long as the success rate and quality reached his satisfaction, he could refine more difficult pills.
Unknowingly, he had been in this world for 15 days. During this time, the strength of his Red Alert Legion had continuously improved, and his alchemy skills had also steadily increased. Everything was developing in a good direction, and Qin Feng was very happy.
During this period, the Battle Power Pills he refined had also significantly boosted his strength. He checked his attribute panel.
His battle power had increased by 300 points, which was the result of him continuously consuming the Battle Power Pills he refined.
Thus, Qin Feng continued his usual routine. He directed his Red Alert Legion to practice body-refining techniques while continuing to refine pills and improve his alchemy skills.
Just as he was focusing on alchemy, he sensed an unusual power approaching him.
Qin Feng opened his eyes to look but found nothing. However, he could sense that a master was nearby.
He then spoke to his surroundings, "I wonder which senior it is. Could you please show yourself!"
After he finished speaking, an old man slowly walked over. The old man had a kind face, but his eyes were gleaming with golden light, giving him an imposing aura even without anger.
With just one glance, Qin Feng understood the gap between them. The old man in front of him was immensely powerful, beyond his ability to resist. If the old man were to become his enemy, he wouldn't even have the ability to fight back.
However, Qin Feng was not worried, as all of this was within his plan.
He asked, "Senior, you must have come here for a reason. Please speak."
At this moment, Ye Shen also walked out of the house. She had also sensed someone's arrival and came out to investigate. She stood beside Qin Feng, appraising the uninvited guest.
The old man looked at Qin Feng and Ye Shen, nodding and saying, "Very good. The two of you, one has reached the middle stage of Foundation Establishment, and the other has reached the middle stage of Golden Core. Among those who came from the wilderness, individuals with your strength are few and far between."
Hearing this, Ye Shen was startled. The fact that he could see their cultivation levels at a glance meant that this old man's strength was definitely superior to theirs. She realized at this moment that the visitor was not friendly.
However, Qin Feng showed no fear. He nodded and said, "Senior has sharp eyes to discern our cultivation levels at a glance. We still have many shortcomings in our cultivation, and I hope Senior can offer guidance."
Upon hearing this, the old man waved his hand and said, "In your consciousness, there is a magical shop that contains things this world does not possess, and even many immortal cultivation secret manuals. Where do you need my guidance? It is I who should be seeking guidance from you."
Hearing the old man's politeness, Qin Feng remained cautious. He cupped his fists and said, "Senior must have come here with something to guide us. Why not speak directly? As long as I can help Senior, I will spare no effort."
The old man nodded upon hearing this and said, "Actually, I came down the mountain to find you not to extort money like others. There is just one matter that puzzles me, and I hope you can answer it for me."
Qin Feng nodded and said, "Of course, please ask, Senior."
The old man asked, "My disciples informed me that the merchants who have been supplying us with medicinal herbs have cut off our supply recently, and all their herbs were sold to you. It's not just this one merchant; other merchants are also not planning to do business with us anymore because you offered a much higher price. I understand that you people from the wilderness are wealthy, but most of you pursue wealth and status. Why are you so infatuated with these medicinal herbs? Can you explain this to me?"
Hearing this question, Qin Feng smiled. He had anticipated this day. By buying up all the surrounding medicinal herbs, he had cut off the supply of raw materials for the alchemists in the vicinity, and even some major sects would be affected. Therefore, someone was bound to come looking for him.
Qin Feng knew that the old man in front of him was the master he had been waiting for, so he had no intention of hiding anything. He said directly, "Because I am learning alchemy, I need a lot of medicinal herbs. That's all. If Senior wants any medicinal herbs, please tell me, and I can provide them for you. As for the price... I will not charge a single cent."
Hearing this, the old man showed a look of surprise and asked doubtfully, "You acquired these medicinal herbs at great expense. Why would you give them to me for free?"
Qin Feng smiled and said, "Because we are kindred spirits. We both wish to refine a peerless pill imbued with the spiritual energy of heaven and earth and the essence of the sun and moon. I can also sense that Senior's alchemy attainments far surpass mine. If I can receive Senior's guidance, what are these medicinal herbs compared to that?"
Hearing Qin Feng's words, the old man burst into laughter.
Then, his expression changed, and he said sternly, "What do you take me for? Do you think a few carts of medicinal herbs can buy me? Can they make me teach you alchemy? You don't even know who I am, yet you dare to speak so boastfully. Let alone a few carts of medicinal herbs, even if you gave me all the medicinal herbs in the world, I wouldn't care, nor would I teach my hard-earned alchemy skills to someone from the wilderness."
Seeing the old man's volatile mood, Ye Shen, who was standing beside him, became a little scared. She reached into her embrace and gripped a small formation flag, preparing for the upcoming battle. Ye Shen knew very well that her current strength posed no threat to this old man. Only by setting up a formation in time could she possibly help Qin Feng.
Qin Feng, however, did not feel nervous when the old man's expression changed. Instead, he said with confidence, "Senior, you are mistaken. I do not wish for you to teach me alchemy, but rather to make a deal with you."
The old man raised an eyebrow and said, "A deal? What deal? Is it to exchange a few carts of worthless medicinal herbs for my alchemy skills?"
Qin Feng shook his head and said, "The medicinal herbs are a free gift to you and are not part of this transaction. Our transaction is very simple: I will show you something you have always dreamed of, and in return, you will teach me alchemy and help me find someone."
Hearing this, the old man angrily said, "Something I have always dreamed of? What do I have that I dream of? How come I don't know myself? Kid, do you know the consequences of playing tricks on me? If you cannot produce such a thing, I will tear you limb from limb. Do you understand?"
Qin Feng nodded, then with a smile, he walked step by step towards the old man. When they were only one step apart, Qin Feng took out the Creation Pill from his storage ring.
This pill could only be consumed when one's battle power reached 20,000, and upon consumption, it would lead to immediate ascension. It was a powerful pill that Gui Tianya and others had obtained by killing powerful monsters in a secret realm. He believed that the old man, who was also an alchemist, would be unable to refuse such a potent pill.
As soon as the Creation Pill appeared in Qin Feng's hand, the heavens and earth suddenly changed color, and seven auspicious clouds appeared in the east.
Simultaneously, the spiritual energy of the pill in Qin Feng's hand transformed into four auspicious beasts, circling the pill and constantly shifting.
The old man glanced at the Creation Pill, and then his eyes became fixed on it.
Sensing the changes in the surrounding environment, the old man hurriedly shouted, "Quickly put away this treasure! Hurry, we must not let others sense it!"