Thoughts of Tantai Quan

Dantai Quan was originally worried that if too many pills were refined, their potency would be uneven.

Unexpectedly, even a random one had the efficacy of a seventh-grade pill.

"Give me one."

Dantai Quan extended her hand.

"Yes."

The man in sunglasses took out another pill and handed it to Dantai Quan.

As soon as Dantai Quan placed it in her mouth, the pill dissolved, exactly like last time.

Feeling the power within her body, she even felt a twinge of apprehension—Xu Mu's alchemy skills were too formidable.

If he could truly be used for her purposes, it would naturally be like adding wings to a tiger.

But what she feared was if Xu Mu also refined pills for others; then her advantage wouldn't be so clear.

"Take these pills back and let the teacher distribute them reasonably."

Dantai Quan said softly.

"Yes, Princess!"

The man in sunglasses looked at the pills in his hand. "These will definitely take our combat strength to the next level. We're one step closer to Your Highness reclaiming power."

"It's not that easy. I've lost my status, been driven out. Only you all still call me Princess."

Dantai Quan let out a sigh.

Her mind was pondering how to deal with Xu Mu.

First, she must definitely investigate. The background behind Xu Mu must not be her enemy, or even a potential one.

If it were, wouldn't she be benefiting the enemy in the future by having Xu Mu refine ninth-grade heavenly treasures and him taking a forty percent cut?

Second, she absolutely must not let Xu Mu help her enemies refine pills.

But this problem was very difficult to solve.

Xu Mu wasn't her subordinate; he had the right to choose who to do business with.

Moreover, most alchemists would do business with all sorts of people. After all, who would complain about having too many heavenly treasures when they could get a share?

Unless she could buy out Xu Mu entirely, make him obey her.

But how easy was that?

Rivers and mountains, corresponding to power—Dantai Quan didn't have that.

Beauty?

Dantai Quan's hand inadvertently rested on her own chest. Would she have to take action herself?

But this too faced layer upon layer of obstacles.

Even though she had been exiled, her subordinates still identified strongly with their race.

For her, a dignified princess, to marry an outsider like Xu Mu would definitely face opposition from the majority.

"Ah."

Dantai Quan sighed softly. This matter could only be dealt with step by step.

But for now, her only possible collaborator was Xu Mu.

Cheap, with good efficacy—where could she find another alchemist like him?

...

Xu Mu drove to the company, planning to give the remaining six Hongyuan Pills to Xu Ningbing.

When he arrived at the CEO's office, he first scanned it with his perception.

Xu Ningbing wasn't exercising today but was busy at her desk.

Suddenly, Xu Mu looked up.

Through his perception, he found that his old man wasn't upstairs.

He pushed the door and walked in.

Xu Ningbing looked up, saw it was Xu Mu, and said flatly, "Coming in without knocking? Don't you know any manners?"

"I originally wanted to give you a few pills, but it seems it's my fault as your younger brother. I'll just give them to my wife instead."

Xu Mu turned and left.

"Xiao Mu!"

Xu Ningbing leaped up, stepped on the desk to jump behind Xu Mu, and grabbed his arm. "Please, sit. It was my fault, I shouldn't have spoken to you like that."

Xu Mu sized up Xu Ningbing. She was getting better at handling people lately.

According to his memory, the former Xu Ningbing would never apologize proactively.

"Where's the old man gone?"

Xu Mu asked, sitting on the sofa.

"Don't know. Recently, he's been handing over work to me, saying he's getting old and wants to do things he likes."

Xu Ningbing sat down next to Xu Mu. "Where are your pills?"

Xu Mu took out the remaining six and handed them to Xu Ningbing. "Take one every three days. These have the same effect as the previous Qihai Pills."

"I see. Thank you."

Xu Ningbing took the pills, looking at Xu Mu with some emotion.

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"I don't like verbal thanks. I hope you can offer something more substantial."

Xu Mu said lightly, crossing his arms.

"Come on, come on!"

Xu Ningbing's expression turned somewhat unnatural. Of course, she knew what Xu Mu wanted.

So she pulled his arm, making him lie down with his head on her lap.

Xu Mu's face was instantly covered by thunder, blocking his vision.

He took a deep breath. It was still like this that felt safe, as if the whole world had gone quiet.

He closed his eyes now, thinking about what to do later.

Since it was still early, he planned to go heal Fu Jinyu's injuries first.

She had already sent the address before, on the eastern edge of Zhongyuan Province, not too far from Jiangbei.

But healing these injuries posed a big challenge.

Xu Mu needed to think it through carefully. First was the treatment itself.

He didn't have any eighth-grade heavenly treasures in hand. Since he was going to heal her, he could only rely on his own destiny power.

But if he healed her instantly, it might seem too easy to her, and she might not take the promise she made to him so seriously.

Another point Xu Mu was concerned about was safety. After all, this woman was from a different ethnic group.

He had previously used the "Millennium Kill" on Fu Jinyu, and made her eat heavenly treasures he had already chewed.

He didn't know if she would seek revenge after being healed.

After all, once her injuries were healed, her strength would surpass his. What if she attacked him?

After much thought, Xu Mu decided to bring Chen Xuan along. With this male lead present, perhaps he could bring some good luck.

"Alright! You didn't fall asleep, did you?"

Xu Ningbing pushed Xu Mu away.

"I was just reminiscing about childhood."

Xu Mu rubbed his face and stood up from the sofa. "I have things to do. I'm leaving first."

Xu Ningbing nodded slightly. Watching Xu Mu's departing back, black text appeared above her head again.

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...

Xu Mu called Chen Xuan. As soon as Chen Xuan answered, he immediately rode over on his electric bike.

Xu Mu also drove home, parking the car at the entrance of the villa area.

He sent a message to Fu Jinyu, saying he had gotten the item and was on his way, telling her to get ready.

As for the eighth-grade heavenly treasure, Xu Mu got out of the car, went to a pharmacy, and bought a large Wuji Baifeng Pill.

This large pill mainly treats dual deficiency of qi and blood, and irregular menstruation.

If Fu Jinyu were a man, Xu Mu would have bought a large Liuwei Dihuang Pill instead.

Anyway, eating this stuff wouldn't be harmful.

After buying the medicine, Xu Mu sat in the car waiting.

Not long after, he saw Chen Xuan riding over. On the footrest in front of him was his urea woven bag.

"Brother Mu."

Chen Xuan parked his bike, then shouldered the woven bag and came over.

He placed the woven bag on the back seat and sat in the passenger seat.

"What have you been up to these past few days?" Xu Mu started the car.

"Practicing cultivation on the back mountain every day."

Chen Xuan said with a smile. "After the experiences with Brother Mu recently, I deeply understand that my strength is still insufficient."

This time is another adventure opportunity. Remember that woman from the Four-Eyed Clan I came out with last time?

Xu Mu glanced at Chen Xuan. "I promised to heal her injuries, but she is, after all, an alien. There might be danger. Are you afraid?"

"What am I afraid of?"

Chen Xuan waved his hand with a smile.

...

On the other side, upon learning Xu Mu was coming, Fu Jinyu immediately had her subordinates make preparations.

If Xu Mu could cure her, she would definitely agree to whatever he asked.

But making him suffer a "thousand-year death" and drink her mouthwash—those were non-negotiable.

To this day, anyone who had ever insulted Fu Jinyu had met with a terrible end.