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At this moment, the disciples of Tianyi Sect showed even brighter smiles.

"Don't worry, we guarantee a cure, but it will cost 1,000 spirit stones for treatment."

"A thousand pieces?"

The independent cultivators gasped upon hearing the price.

This is outright robbery! The spirit stones they just received are far from enough for treatment; in fact, they'll have to spend even more.

Seeing the growing complaints, Han Pengju stepped forward and said:

"I am the Fifth Elder of the Tianyi Sect. Considering that you have broken through the Ghost Domain, slain the evil spirits, and protected the peace of Guobei County, I will only charge half price for treatment."

This offer is valid for one hour only; otherwise, it will be cancelled.

Upon hearing the price, the cultivators calmed down somewhat.

Although it still hurts a lot, at least they can accept it.

Compared to the foundation for future cultivation, five hundred spirit stones are nothing at all.

They finally gritted their teeth and decided to undergo treatment.

When Han Pengju saw this, his mouth practically stretched to the sky in a wide grin.

Jiang Yu noticed Tianyi Sect's behavior and frowned. Damn it, why is someone trying to steal our business?

He also has a daily task: to rescue all the injured members in order to earn a reward.

He originally had no means to complete this task, but after Huangshan gave him the inheritance of a second-tier alchemist, everything became hopeful.

He planned to directly use Dao power to infuse his body, quickly learn alchemy, and expedite the production of a batch of healing pills for injured cultivators.

However, although I have the skill of alchemy, I lack the materials. This is like a skilled cook trying to make a meal without rice.

He watched the Tianyi Sect members enthusiastically promoting their wares, stroking his chin as he thought to himself:

"We can find a way to swindle a batch from them. These unscrupulous merchants, no matter how much we swindle them, it's still doing justice to God."

Some independent cultivators still wanted to discuss the price further.

The Tianyi Sect disciple said impatiently:

"Where is it expensive? It's already half price! This is the first time in so many years that it's been this cheap."

"Buy it or don't, it's up to you. If your foundation for spiritual cultivation is damaged later, it will be too late for you to regret it."

They waved their tokens and said:

"Those who want to buy, hurry up and get a number, or we'll leave."

The Tianmen Mountain Secret Realm opens in two days; we don't have much time to waste here with you.

In the end, the seriously injured monks gritted their teeth and paid the exorbitant medical fees.

During the treatment, the Tianyi Sect disciple held up one finger and said:

"Another 100 spirit stones are needed for the medicine preparation fee."

"What? You want me to pay extra?"

The monk who paid for the treatment gritted his teeth, some of his wounds even bursting open.

They cursed loudly:

"You're robbing us! Aren't five hundred spirit stones enough?"

The Tianyi Sect disciple said unhurriedly:

"The treatment fees you paid were for the medicinal herbs, which were all paid for by our sect, and we also have to hand them over to the sect."

Basically, not only do they not make money, they also lose money.

"This medicine preparation fee is what we disciples can get, and half of that has to be given to the leading elder. We barely get any spirit stones in return."

"Damn it! I'm not getting treatment anymore!"

So what if I die?

I'll find someone else to treat me; you can return the spirit stones to me.

The monk who had paid said angrily.

The Tianyi Sect disciple smiled slightly and said:

"A refund is possible, but a penalty of 20% of the spirit stones will be required."

The monk who had already paid angrily said:

"I just gave you the spirit stones less than a minute ago, why should I pay a 20% penalty?"

"Your Tianyi Sect is being far too unreasonable."

The Tianyi Sect disciple remained unperturbed and slowly said:

"The medical skills of our Tianyi Sect disciples are known for their speed and efficiency."

Once you hand over the spirit stones to me, we will begin preparing the elixirs and treatments you require.

We've put in so much effort, and you just tell us to go back without paying a fine? Wouldn't all our work have been for nothing?

"If it's okay, I'll give you a refund right away; if not, hurry up and get in line."

The cultivators were furious. They had been happily collecting spirit stones the whole time, without any preparation whatsoever.

However, the power of the Tianyi Sect was too great, and they were simply unable to contend with it.

Han Pengju, who was standing to the side, shook his head repeatedly when he saw this scene.

Unfortunately, the damage caused by the Ghost Realm was too little; many cultivators only suffered minor injuries and did not require treatment.

Those cultivators who were still able to move quickly left this place of trouble with the spirit stones they carried.

Their gains this time were enormous, exceeding what they gained from entering the Tianmen Mountain Secret Realm.

To avoid any unforeseen complications, they all chose to leave.

At this moment, Jiang Yu and the others arrived in front of the disciples of Tianyi Sect.

Seeing this, Han Pengju smiled and stepped forward, saying:

"Fellow Daoists, you have worked hard. Our Tianyi Sect has always taken healing the sick and saving lives as its duty, unlike those three sects that take advantage of people's misfortunes."

This time, in order to help the cultivators injured by the Ghost Realm, a 50% discount was offered.

He pretended to have a headache and said:

"This time I've really lost money. I hope that when I return to the sect, they won't punish me."

However, it is our duty to rescue these injured cultivators.

He then looked at Huangshan and Huoxin to the side:

"Our Tianyi Sect has always been compassionate, and we will also heal injured monsters."

He spoke with grand and dignified words, but inside he was ecstatic.

Anyway, he decides the cost of treatment and medication, and with a legitimate pretext, Jiang Yu can't cause trouble.

Even if he finds that Golden Core cultivator again, it won't make a difference.

Zhao Teng, Guan Xi, and the others secretly despised Han Pengju after hearing his high-sounding words.

"You're faster than a robber."

"Who doesn't know that your Tianyi Sect is a notorious skinner?"

Jiang Yu smiled slightly and said:

"It is indeed reasonable for the Tianyi Sect to charge a fee for its initiative in helping injured cultivators."

Upon hearing this, Han Pengju raised his head high.

Sure enough, he couldn't do anything to us.

In his heart, he secretly despised the three major sects from before. As expected, our Tianyi Sect was still superior. We used a dull knife to cut flesh, and even if the other side suffered, they had to swallow their bitterness and still have to say good things about us.

Just as Han Pengju was feeling smug, Jiang Yu changed the subject and said:

"However, I have serious doubts about the fees you are charging."

Han Pengju's face stiffened, then he said emotionally:

"You can check it out anytime. The elixirs we use are the best, and we can guarantee 100% effectiveness. Otherwise, we'll compensate you tenfold."

Although Tianyi Sect charges high fees, its treatment effects are indeed well-known in Guobei County.

Although everyone present felt some resentment, none of them were dissatisfied. They had even heard of the monsters like Huangshan and Huoxin.

He said in a sarcastic tone:

"Fellow Daoist Jiang is a genius of the True Talisman Sect, and his skills in talisman making are indeed superior."

However, when it comes to medicine, our Tianyi Sect is second to none.

No matter how powerful a cultivator is who tries to oppress me, I can say this with my bare hands.

High-level cultivators are all people who care about their reputation. By putting on such a high compliment here, he is not afraid that the bald-headed beggar will come down and threaten him.

Jiang Yu shook his head and said:

"The medical skills of the True Talisman Sect are inferior to those of the Heavenly One Sect, but the skills of my Qingfeng Temple are equally impressive."

"Qingfeng Temple?"

Han Pengju frowned. "Is there such a major sect in Guobei County?"

He quickly went through the names of the top fifty sects in his mind, and there really weren't any.

Just to be on the safe side, he also searched through all the major sects in the neighboring county, and indeed, there was no such name.

Jiang Yu smiled gently and said:

"Elder Han, there's no need to think about it anymore. There are only my master and me at Qingfeng Temple."

"Two people? Then what are you doing here causing trouble?"

Han Pengju blurted out his debut.

However, considering the Golden Core stage expert behind Jiang Yu, he patiently explained:

"Fellow Daoist Jiang, I understand your desire to save lives, but the art of medicine is vast and profound."

Our Tianyi Sect has a history spanning hundreds of generations, producing countless renowned doctors and accumulating a wealth of experience in treating illnesses and injuries, which is why we have this reputation today.

You two, master and apprentice, are capable of treating minor illnesses in the countryside, but when it comes to treating serious illnesses, especially on such a large scale, I'm afraid you're willing but unable.

It's good that Fellow Daoist Jiang has the intention; let's leave it to the professionals.

Jiang Yu pretended to be angry and said:

"Who told you that the medical skills of my Qingfeng Temple are not good?"

Have you even seen it? You dare insult me? Let's have a contest if you dare!

Zhao Teng and the others frowned slightly, not understanding why Jiang Yu had become so agitated.

"Brother Jiang is usually quite rational, how could he do this?"

Han Pengju hadn't expected that he had hit Jiang Yu where it hurt, and waved his hand, saying:

"Never mind."

"If Fellow Daoist Jiang is confident in his medical skills, he is free to seek treatment; my Tianyi Sect will not stand in his way."

Then he addressed the severely injured cultivators:

"However, if you seek treatment from him, don't even think about coming to our Tianyi Sect again."

This matter concerns your lives and the foundation of your future spiritual practice; you should make a careful choice.

Jiang Yu's face flushed red as he paced back and forth.

"I'm so angry! You actually don't believe me!"

Jiang Yu took out all the spirit stones from his storage bag and said:

"If you fight me, and I lose, all of these things are yours."

Zhao Teng and Guan Xi quickly tried to persuade him:

"Brother Jiang, this is not the time to act rashly and argue over a short-term gain. The millennium-old heritage of Tianyi Sect is not so easy to surpass."

Jiang Yu waved his hand forcefully and said:

"Don't worry, I have received the inheritance of a second-level alchemist. Refining a batch of healing pills is a piece of cake."

Huang Shan exclaimed in surprise:

"Brother Jiang already has one? Does that mean I'm sending a duplicate?"

Jiang Yu leaned close to his ear and chuckled:

"It's the one you gave me."

"what?"

Huang Shan was completely stunned. He had only given it to him less than half an hour ago, and Huang Shan hadn't even had time to study how to use it to make pills.

Although it was a demon, it knew that the human art of alchemy was profound and extensive.

It takes decades of teaching, research, and experimentation, learning from failures step by step, to succeed, and it also requires talent.

Jiang Yu's words were utterly absurd, and he quickly stopped him, saying:

"Brother Jiang, be careful, no, we absolutely cannot agree to this."

When Laoshu and Huoxin saw that even their usually slow-witted clan leader was so emotional, they knew that Jiang Yu's suggestion was unreliable, and they also tried to dissuade him.

Only Laoshan's eyes lit up. "Hehe, Brother Jiang is at it again."

After spending a few days with Jiang Yu, he realized that his favorite tactic was to play dumb to outsmart the enemy.

Ignoring the doubts of others, it immediately stood in front of Jiang Yu and took out its spirit stones, saying:

"Human, although I have never seen my brother use the art of medicine, I believe he is stronger than you!"

I'm betting everything I have, do you dare to compete?

Laoshu kicked Laoshan Mountain:

"What are you doing, you little kid, causing trouble?"

Laoshan glanced at him and said:

"How old am I? Still a child?"

I advise you to bet all your spirit stones at once, or you'll regret it later.

Han Pengju listened to the conversation between the human and the demon, and a smirk crept into his heart.

You think you can compete with our Tianyi Sect in the art of medicine?

That's like a mantis trying to stop a chariot—utterly overestimating their own strength.

Very well, since you've brought the spirit stones to my door, even if I don't accept them, the heavens won't let me off the hook.

Wait a minute, Han Pengju suddenly realized.

The spirit stones I lose in bets don't count as income for the Tianyi Sect, so wouldn't they be good for my personal stash?

He had a smile on his face, looking at him like he was looking at a sucker. Jiang Yu, right?

Since you're so keen on it, I'll have a competition with you.

Jiang Yu's eyes narrowed slightly as he said:

"Your agreement alone isn't enough. I've put up such a large amount of spirit stones as a wager; what can you offer?"

Han Pengju was stumped by the question.

He didn't bring many spirit stones with him on this trip.

Because he was a very cautious person and worried about losing his property, he hid it in a secret place of the Tianyi Sect.

He pursed his lips and looked at the spiritual herbs in the storage bag, saying:

"If I lose, all these spiritual herbs are yours. Their value is definitely no less than the spirit stones you've offered."

"Hehe, they've taken the bait."

Jiang Yu chuckled inwardly, then nodded and said:

"Alright, I just need to use them to help the injured monks."

Upon hearing this, the cultivators were deeply moved by the enormous sacrifice Jiang Yu had made for them.

They secretly resolved that, regardless of whether this matter succeeded or not, they would definitely repay Jiang Yu in the future.

Lin Xiao, standing to the side, clicked his tongue in amazement; he was indeed more handsome than me.

This is still his heartfelt recognition of someone.

Regarding the bet between Han Pengju and Jiang Yu, a disciple of the Tianyi Sect offered some advice:

"Elder, isn't this inappropriate? What if the sect finds out?"

They get nothing out of it and don't want to take the risk.

Han Pengju snorted coldly:

"What kind of disciples are they? They don't know how to be grateful to their elders at all."

As the saying goes, if the higher-ups are so calculating, how can the lower-ups be willing to take responsibility?

Han Pengju accused:

"If we win, everyone will get a share of the profits, enough for half a year's monthly allowance."

The disciples' expressions immediately changed, and they said with smiles:

"I will obey the Fifth Elder's instructions."

Han Pengju looked at Jiang Yu and said:

"Shall we begin?"

Jiang Yu glanced at him up and down, then continued to shake his head:

"It still won't work. You look too sleazy. I don't trust you."

Han Pengju was so angry he almost challenged Jiang Yu to a duel.

"Look at my demeanor and appearance, where is there anything sleazy about me?"

"I'm the most handsome guy in the Tianyi Sect."

As he refuted the claim, he asked the disciples of the sect:

"Don't you think so?"

The sect disciples took a closer look at Han Pengju's pockmarked face.

"Yes." After saying that, they all turned around and started vomiting.

Jiang Yu said:

"See? Even your own people don't believe it."

Since that's the case, let me be your witness.

Suddenly, a gentle female voice rang out, and a pretty girl in yellow landed in front of the group:

"I am He Yingying, an inner disciple of Crane Cry Mountain."