Fantasy, starting with a treasure bowl

"Okay, sir!"

"My lord, you may not know this, but although the Alchemist Guild has only a hundred or so members, there are actually many intricacies involved..."

Upon hearing Lu Feng speak, the gray-clad servant immediately rubbed his hands together and then spoke eloquently, "I once heard an acquaintance mention that this alchemist guild headquarters is not the only one, and that there is a hidden teleportation array inside this building. With just a small amount of spirit stones, one can teleport to any of the four headquarters in the Lingnan Kingdom at any time."

"Teleportation array, the four kingdoms of Lingnan?"

Hearing this, Lu Feng stroked his chin. "According to you, could it be that the members of the Alchemist Guild are not only from Dongyun Kingdom?"

"Sir, that's only natural!"

Seeing Lu Feng's surprised expression, the gray-robed servant grinned again and then said respectfully, "Most of these alchemist guild members come from various parts of the four kingdoms of Lingnan, and there are even some from the Eastern Xuan Region. They are not just natives of our Eastern Yun Kingdom."

"And those gentlemen usually stay here, but occasionally they also use the teleportation array in the pavilion to go to the other three kingdoms to exchange alchemy skills."

"If that's the case, these alchemists can travel freely between the four kingdoms of Lingnan using teleportation arrays with almost no hindrance. Aren't they afraid of arousing suspicion from the court and the royal family? What if enemy countries send spies or traitors? Wouldn't that ruin everything?"

Seemingly remembering something, Lu Feng looked at the other person again.

"My lord, you are overthinking this...!"

The gray-clad servant's expression froze slightly, seemingly surprised that the other party would suddenly consider this angle. He immediately added, "Although the Alchemist Guild is one of the three major sects in the capital, it ultimately cannot compete with the Dongyun Royal Family. As for using teleportation arrays to send spies from enemy countries, that's even more impossible!"

"After all, this building is right next to the emperor's residence, and there's always a group of imperial guards patrolling outside. These guards are ruthless and merciless when they kill...!"

What you say is not without merit.

Upon hearing this, Lu Feng nodded, signaling the other party to continue.

"Alright, sir! Besides these basic details, the Alchemist Guild currently has three Grandmaster Alchemists of Rank Six or above in charge: Xu Liancheng, 'Hundred Hands Lotus,' Meng Duo, 'One-Eyed Alchemist,' and Zhang Miaoling, 'Purple-Robed Strange Doctor.'"

"I have heard that these three gentlemen are not only renowned in Dongyun Kingdom, but also well-known and highly respected in other parts of the Lingnan Four Kingdoms."

"However, I am merely a lowly handyman in the guild, and I have never had the chance to witness the elegance of the three of you. I have only heard that the so-called 'Purple-Robed Eccentric Doctor' Lord Zhang is exceptionally beautiful, not only like a celestial being descended to earth, but also with an exceptionally large bust, even more exaggerated than our old cow at home..."

The gray-clad servant grew increasingly excited as he spoke, his face now laced with lewdness. His right hand unconsciously wiped his crotch, as if his long-suppressed "muscle arm" was about to flare up again.

"Who asked you that?"

Seeing the gray-clad servant's suppressed hunger, Lu Feng couldn't help but frown slightly.

After all, he came here to do serious business, not to pick up girls and chat with women.

"Uh... Your Excellency, please forgive me! I was just being nosy!"

Faced with Lu Feng's cold gaze, the gray-clad servant immediately came to his senses and hurriedly kowtowed to admit his mistake. He seemed to realize that he had spoken out of turn, and at this moment, cold sweat broke out on his back.

"Let me ask you, do the prices of these treasures change regularly?"

With his arms crossed, Lu Feng looked again at the dragon-patterned Cloud-Swallowing Cauldron on the counter beside him, his tone full of meaning.

"In reply to you, sir, the prices of the items displayed on these counters are fixed and will generally not be discounted unless you join the Alchemist Guild and become a member..."

The gray-clad servant, having also discerned the implied meaning in Lu Feng's words, cupped his hands in a respectful gesture.

"Damn! This is outrageous! They really aren't offering any discounts!"

Hearing this, a hint of displeasure flashed across Lu Feng's eyes. He immediately took out fifty taels of silver from his storage ring and threw it at the other party, saying, "Alright, this is none of your business. Get lost."

"Yes, sir! Thank you so much! I wish you boundless blessings, peace and good health, many children and much happiness, and great fortune!"

He hurriedly reached out to take the silver, and the gray-clad servant couldn't help but beam with joy. He kowtowed to Lu Feng again and at the same time blurted out almost all the auspicious sayings he knew.

After all, fifty taels of silver was a considerable sum for a mortal like him from the lower rungs of society. Even if he went to a money-making den like the brothel, he could order the top courtesan and enjoy himself for more than a month!

"Damn it, a fourth-grade furnace cauldron costs a million low-grade spirit stones! This isn't selling something, it's blatant robbery!"

After dismissing the gray-clad servant, Lu Feng's gaze returned to the Dragon-Patterned Cloud-Swallowing Cauldron on the counter, seemingly still hesitant about whether to purchase it.

"Forget it! You can't catch a wolf without risking your cub!"

Seemingly having finally made up his mind, Lu Feng gritted his teeth and bought the Dragon Pattern Cloud-Swallowing Cauldron.

In addition, he also purchased a large quantity of rare medicinal herbs that were over fifty years old, demon cores of the Xuan rank or higher, and various healing pills of the third rank or higher.

All of these items cost approximately two million low-grade spirit stones, accounting for nearly two-thirds of Lu Feng's wealth, which can be described as a lavish expenditure!

The reason why Lu Feng spent so much money to buy the Dragon Pattern Cloud-Swallowing Cauldron and a large number of medicinal herbs and demon cores is very simple: it is to prepare for future alchemy.

Now he possesses a fragment of the Medicine King's Manual, and has no shortage of various high-level pill formulas. Moreover, Lu Feng's soul power has broken through to the next level, making him comparable to a true first-grade alchemist. He only lacks some pill-refining experience.

Therefore, acquiring a high-level furnace cauldron is naturally of great importance to Lu Feng!

As the saying goes, even if you spend all your money, it will come back again!

Although Lu Feng suffered a huge loss this time, as long as he can become an alchemist and with the help of the Treasure Basin, making money in the future will be a piece of cake!

"Wow, this fellow Daoist has excellent taste!"

"This Dragon-Patterned Cloud-Swallowing Cauldron was crafted by our Vice President Meng. Not only is only one available each month, but it's also sold in limited quantities during holidays. Even if an ordinary person wanted to buy it, they might not be able to get one..."

Just as Lu Feng was about to pay the bill and leave, a sharp, hawk-like male laugh suddenly came from the side.

The next moment, a figure in blue robes flashed by and landed in front of Lu Feng.

The newcomer had a fair complexion and handsome features. Although he was a man, his figure was incredibly graceful and alluring, resembling a rabbit figurine. Moreover, his soul aura was quite remarkable, indicating that he was also an alchemist.

"And who is it, sir?"

Seeing the blue-robed man suddenly jump out, Lu Feng was also startled and couldn't help but become wary.

"Oh dear, I forgot to introduce myself, fellow Daoist. How rude of me."

Upon noticing Lu Feng staring at him warily, the blue-robed man also realized what was happening. He grinned, then cupped his hands in greeting, saying, "My name is Gu Juji, and I am a steward of the Alchemist Guild here. I apologize for my rudeness just now."

"Gu Juji? What a good name."

Lu Feng's expression froze slightly, then he also cupped his hands in a fist salute, "I am Lu Feng, a rogue cultivator. May I ask what business Brother Ji has with me?"