Chapter 39: Enhanced Greenish-Spirit Water

In the following days, Li Luo spent half his time training in the old mansion, and the other half practicing his Alchemical Art at Xi Yang House; he could now reliably produce one Bottle First-Rank Item of Greenish-Spirit Water each day, making him a genuine First-Rank Alchemist.

Moreover, the refining power of the Greenish-Spirit Water he produced steadily increased with his growing experience.

Yet he was clearly unsatisfied with this, so he began attempting to brew Second-Rank Spirit Water Light, though the formula for Second-Rank Spirit Water was no less than several times more complex than that of Greenish-Spirit Water, with far more intricate and tedious ingredients—thus, in every attempt, Li Luo failed without exception.

But Li Luo was not in a hurry; after all, failure was also experience, and he believed that with gradual accumulation, he would not be far from becoming a Second-Rank Alchemist.

Meanwhile, the final batch of Fifth-Rank Spirit Water Light that he needed had begun arriving from Cai Wei; as bottle after bottle of Fifth-Rank Spirit Water Light was poured, Li Luo could clearly feel his "Water Light Phase" drawing ever closer to evolution.

Yet while Li Luo awaited the evolution of his "Water Light Phase," an unexpected surprise suddenly struck: his Phase Power had prematurely advanced, reaching the Seven-Seal Realm.

Regarding the advancement of his Phase Power, Li Luo felt pleased but not overly astonished; after all, he had been training continuously in the Golden Chamber of the old mansion, and with the unique purity of his "Water Light Phase," his cultivation speed was hardly weaker than that of those possessing a Seventh-Rank Phase.

When Li Luo's Phase Power reached the Seven-Seal Realm, he received good news from Yan Yan Lingqing: the first batch of Enhanced Greenish-Spirit Water had finally been fully produced.

Xi Yang House.

A refined box sat on the table, its lid open, revealing forty crystal vials filled with greenish liquid.

It was the Enhanced Greenish-Spirit Water.

Yan Yan Lingqing's lovely face betrayed unmistakable excitement as she told Li Luo and Cai Wei: "Due to the extremely high purity of the Secret Method source water provided by Li Luo, our First-Rank Refining Room's success rate doubled—from five bottles of Spirit Water Light per day to ten, and the refining power has stabilized at around sixty percent, which is unquestionably Top-Tier Within First-Rank Spirit Water Light."

Upon hearing this, Li Luo furrowed his brow slightly; he calculated that if production reached ten bottles daily, the annual value of the First-Rank Refining Room would still only amount to 180,000 Tianliang Gold coins—still slightly behind the Third-Rank Refining Room's 210,000 gold.

As he thought this, he voiced it aloud.

"Perhaps this matter can be entrusted to me," Cai Wei smiled sweetly, her charm captivating.

"How do you plan to do it, Sister Cai?" Li Luo asked, surprised.

Cai Wei smiled brightly: "Jinlong Treasure House has recently expressed interest in purchasing Top-Tier First-Rank Spirit Water Light at a price higher than market rate—sixty gold per bottle. If they choose our Xi Yang House's Greenish-Spirit Water, this contract's value will surpass that of the Third-Rank Refining Room."

"That's secondary; more importantly, Jinlong Treasure House possesses immense prestige. Their choice, in a sense, determines who produces the highest-quality First-Rank Spirit Water Light in Tian Shu Commandery—this title holds the greatest actual value."

Li Luo understood slightly; Jinlong Treasure House had always pursued the high-end luxury market, and previously, items like First-Rank Spirit Water Light never appeared there. Now that they had a need, they would naturally select the finest First-Rank Spirit Water Light; whoever they chose would gain invisible value from being able to consign their product there, along with powerful promotion.

"I'll go to Jinlong Treasure House right away, but I hope the Young Lord will accompany me—I'll need to borrow your face." Cai Wei said.

Jinlong Treasure House had always maintained neutrality, yet its strength was unquestionable; in the Great Xia Empire, no foolish faction dared provoke it, and Jinlong Treasure House believed in harmony bringing wealth, never making enemies.

No matter what, Li Luo was the Young Lord of Luo Lan Mansion; regardless of how much influence he wielded within the mansion, at least this title was undisputed.

Li Luo had no objections; as long as Xi Yang House could be brought under his control to earn him money and fill his bottomless pit, he didn't mind playing the mascot.

"Let's go."

He casually picked up the box and smiled at Cai Wei.

The magnificent Jinlong Treasure House remained as bustling as ever, a true hotspot of Nan Feng City.

Li Luo and Cai Wei entered the treasure house, where a maid respectfully greeted them; upon learning they sought Director Lü, she informed them that Director Lü was currently receiving guests and they must wait a moment.

The two didn't mind and found seats in the VIP lounge to wait.

But barely had they sat down when Li Luo saw a pair of slender, straight legs appear before him; he raised his gaze, and Lü Qing'er's clear, lovely face came into view.

Today, Lü Qing'er wore a black short skirt, her snow-white legs dazzling to the eyes; her dark hair fell down, accentuating her slender, tall figure.

"What brings the Young Lord here?" Lü Qing'er asked curiously.

"To speak with Director Lü about business," Li Luo smiled.

Lü Qing'er glanced at the box beside Li Luo: "First-Rank Spirit Water Light?"

Clearly, she was well aware of Jinlong Treasure House's recent purchases of First-Rank Spirit Water Light.

Li Luo nodded.

"Does this matter really require the Young Lord's personal visit?" Lü Qing'er said; even the finest First-Rank Spirit Water Light was still just First-Rank—insignificant to both Luo Lan Mansion and Jinlong Treasure House alike.

"You don't understand the hardships of a fallen Young Lord," Li Luo sighed, speaking in a low tone.

Lü Qing'er smiled faintly, then glanced at Cai Wei, the mature, alluring woman beside him: "Sister is truly beautiful—does Luo Lan Mansion set such high standards even for its stewards?"

Cai Wei smiled warmly at Lü Qing'er: "You're beautiful too—I'm sure you have countless admirers at Nan Feng Academy; is the Young Lord among them?"

Li Luo coughed awkwardly: "Enough of this nonsense."

Lü Qing'er said: "I'll take you to my second uncle—he's currently receiving guests from the Song family, likely because they've learned Jinlong Treasure House intends to accept First-Rank Spirit Water Light for consignment, so they've come to recommend their Songzi House's 'Sunlight Light.'"

Li Luo and Cai Wei exchanged glances; they hadn't expected the Song family to think of this too—apparently they weren't fools, knowing how to leverage Jinlong Treasure House's prestige to elevate their product's reputation.

"Won't it disturb their discussion if we go now?" Li Luo said, sounding slightly embarrassed, yet already standing up—utterly genuine.

"There's no result yet."

Lü Qing'er said indifferently, then turned to lead them: "But you should know the quality of Songzi House's 'Sunlight Light.' I can take you in, but if you want my second uncle to change his mind, you'll have to rely on the quality of your Xi Yang House's Greenish-Spirit Water."

"I, Li Luo, act with integrity—I never rely on backdoors or connections," Li Luo declared solemnly.

Lü Qing'er gave a light scoff, didn't argue, and led them through the corridor to a VIP room; but just as they arrived, a familiar figure stepped out.

"Song Song Yunfeng?" Li Luo's brow lifted—the man was Song Song Yunfeng.

Song Song Yunfeng also spotted Li Luo; he froze for a moment, then frowned at Lü Qing'er: "Qing'er, why are you bringing him here?"

"Li Luo made an appointment with my second uncle—he came, so I brought him," Lü Qing'er said without blinking.

Li Luo glanced at her flawless, beautiful face—sure enough, the more beautiful the woman, the less she blinked while lying—but well done!

Song Song Yunfeng's expression shifted, unsure whether to believe her—but even if he didn't, what could he do? This was Jinlong Treasure House, not his Song family.

In the end, he could only watch Lü Qing'er enter, then glance at the box in Li Luo's hand and say coldly: "Li Luo, don't waste your effort—your Xi Yang House can't compete with our Songzi House."

Li Luo smiled: "That's not certain—didn't you ever imagine I'd tie you in a draw?"

Song Song Yunfeng instantly cracked, his face turning ashen, eyes blazing as if he wanted to devour Li Luo whole.

But Li Luo ignored him entirely and entered the room with Cai Wei.

(End of Chapter)