A Sect from a Spirit Vein

Chapter 173 - 143: Innate Spirit Pill

Han Wen maintained his smile: "Sect Leader Lu, this is not the place for discussion. I came alone, showing utmost sincerity, why not trust me once?"

Lu Qian nodded and asked his disciples to escort Han Wen to the guest hall. He stayed behind to exchange a few words with Zhou Chao and other Shuangye Alliance allies, as well as Sect Leaders Xuu Yingcai and Chen Wei from the vassal families, thanking them for their support and requesting them to stay a while longer as a precaution.

He then instructed all the Elders to settle the disciples and prepare for any contingencies, after which he headed to the guest hall with Guh Niqiang.

Jiang Qingfeng, Tan Hong, and others were uneasy and wanted to follow, but Lu Qian stopped them. Seeing how determined they were, Lu Qian had no choice but to let them guard the entrance.

Tan Hong discontentedly said, "Sect Leader, are we truly going to negotiate with him? Many factions’ elites are still present, and he is inside the Grand Array. With you and Elder Guh here, if we strike with full force and can kill him, even if Bichao Mountain’s mountain gate is destroyed, it’s worth it."

But Lu Qian shook his head.

He was indeed inclined to kill, but he knew that someone like Han Wen wouldn’t come alone without backup, having some hidden cards that he relied on, with almost negligible chances of bluffing. Yunshan Sect has just been established, how could Lu Qian dare to gamble on a one-in-ten-thousand chance?

Moreover, even if the gamble paid off and Han Wen were killed, Shahe Gang disintegrating, so what?

With Yunshan Sect and Shuangye Alliance’s current strength, there’s simply no power to expand; all of Shahe Gang’s land and wealth would be divided up by the Spirit Talisman Sect, Kong Family Castle, and Shouzhuo Sect, benefiting others.

Damaging others without benefiting oneself is not wise. This time, Han Wen must be allowed to leave freely.

Lu Qian reminded a few more words, then entered the guest hall with Guh Niqiang. Han Wen was casually sitting there, and upon seeing Lu Qian, he quickly greeted, "Sect Leader Lu is finally here? Please sit, please sit." Acting as if he were the host.

Lu Qian didn’t bother arguing with him and directly said, "Gang Leader Han, if there’s anything else, please speak up. Our sect is newly established, and things are complicated; I have limited time."

Han Wen sighed with disappointment: "Alright, Sect Leader Lu is straightforward. I will speak directly; the idea I proposed earlier is still valid. I will directly offer the land downstream of Lingsha River, and invite Sect Leader Lu to join me in attacking the Spirit Talisman Sect. How about it?"

Lu Qian shook his head outright: "I’m not interested in this plan for now. If that’s all, Gang Leader Han can leave."

Without revealing his intentions, Han Wen couldn’t fathom Lu Qian’s true thoughts. But recalling the Void-Soaring and Distant-Guarding Divine Ship he had seen earlier, he made up his mind.

"In that case, let’s change the business." Han Wen took out a green medicine bottle from his chest, "This item must interest Sect Leader Lu."

Lu Qian raised an eyebrow as Han Wen grinned: "Has Sect Leader Lu ever heard of the Innate Spirit Storage Pill?"

The word "Innate" was of great significance, and Lu Qian was taken aback. Guh Niqiang raised a delicate eyebrow and reached out to take the medicine bottle. Han Wen laughed heartily, twisted his wrist, spiritual power surged, and held the bottle tightly: "Fairy Guh, don’t get excited. If I squeeze the Spirit Pill in panic, it will be bad. Once Sect Leader Lu agrees to this business, this Spirit Pill naturally belongs to Yunshan Sect."

What is the origin of this elixir? Lu Qian was about to inquire when Guh Niqiang unexpectedly explained: "Innate Spirit Storage Pill, an ancient spirit pill completely lost to history. The reason for its disappearance was not the pill formula but the main ingredient, Innate Spirit Grass, which has long vanished. Without the herb, the pill was lost as well. Even I have never seen the actual item, it’s quite surprising you, this ’fatty,’ have one in hand."

Han Wen was not angered by the term "fatty" and instead felt quite proud, continuing from Guh Niqiang’s words: "Fairy Guh’s words are true. Sect Leader Lu, the Innate Spirit Pill’s sole effect is to directly increase cultivation."

Directly increase cultivation!

Even Lu Qian, with his calm nature, showed a sudden expression of shock upon hearing this.

Today’s various elixirs, even those with miraculous effects like Danxia Sect’s exclusive Spirit Pill, only aid in cultivation, accelerating cultivation speed, where is the pill that directly increases cultivation upon consumption?

That’s something only the Immortal Pill in stories of Immortals could do!

Wait, Innate, Innate! He had once absorbed a trace of Innate Spiritual Qi, and his cultivation directly advanced from Qi Cultivation Stage five to seven. This Spirit Pill named Innate Spirit Storage, could it possibly contain Innate True Spirit, thus capable of directly boosting cultivation.

Seeing Lu Qian’s astonished appearance, Han Wen was quite satisfied: "This Spirit Pill was obtained by my chance, never willing to consume it myself, nor to grant it to disciples. Now, meeting Sect Leader Lu, this Spirit Pill seems to have found its true owner."

Lu Qian’s heart raced, casting a deep glance at Han Wen.

Indeed, my greatest weakness and need is cultivation. If this Spirit Pill can truly enhance cultivation, it is certainly a must-have for me. But how effective would this one pill be?

Then Guh Niqiang spoke coldly: "What do you mean you aren’t willing to use it, it’s of no use to you even if you did. The extent of Innate True Spirit within this Elixir is limited; you, a Mid-Stage Foundation Establishment, would find little benefit from consuming it. It was meant to be consumed by Qi Cultivation disciples by the ancient major sects."

She glanced at Lu Qian: "With your current cultivation, taking this Elixir should allow you to advance to Qi Cultivation Stage ten."

Lu Qian suddenly felt his mouth dry, and a strong desire surged within. So this one pill, equivalent to five years of my painstaking cultivation!

Consume the pill, and in another two or three years of polishing, I can reach Qi Cultivation Perfection and seek Foundation Establishment opportunities!

Han Wen chuckled: "Fairy Guh, your insight is exceptional, truly admirable. Regardless, this item is indeed a treasure desperately needed by Sect Leader Lu. So, Sect Leader Lu, are you interested in doing business with me now?"

Lu Qian took a deep breath, suppressing the excitement. Since talking business requires maintaining a normal mind, striving to bargain is paramount.

"Gang Leader Han, you overestimate this Elixir. Although this Spirit Pill is rare, it’s more a market with no price." Lu Qian said calmly, "Though this Elixir is good, it can only aid Qi Cultivators. What can five years of a Qi Cultivator be worth in Spirit Stones? This Elixir carries a rare name, but if it’s truly sold, it probably wouldn’t fetch a high price."

Han Wen was momentarily speechless; Lu Qian’s words made sense. Although this Elixir is miraculous, a Qi Cultivator has a maximum lifespan of two hundred years; if they feel they can’t afford it, a few more years of cultivation would suffice. From this angle, unless some big spender buys it for research or collection, it truly cannot be sold for a sky-high price.

"Sect Leader Lu’s bargaining skills, Han is ashamed to admit inferiority." Han Wen spoke seriously, "But Sect Leader Lu’s five years are not the same as an ordinary Qi Cultivator’s five years. With Zhongming County on the brink of chaos, as a sect elder, Sect Leader Lu likely desires cultivation improvement more than anyone."

Saying this, surprisingly, this ’fatty’ stood up: "If Sect Leader Lu truly does not need it, then I shall leave."

He began to walk toward the door, about to step over the threshold, finally hearing Lu Qian’s voice: "Gang Leader Han, please wait."

Han Wen’s face revealed a slight smile of victory.