Alchemist Guild , Peach Blossom Fire

"Hey~that over there is the headquarters of the Alchemist Guild of the Jia Ma Empire!"

Nalan Yanran pointed toward the distant street and introduced it to Ye Feng who was beside her.

Ye Feng followed her gaze and noticed a colossal and magnificent building standing at the intersection of several streets.

Even from a distance, he could smell the unique fragrance of medicinal herbs in the air, which was enough to prove the splendor of this place.

On the towering gate of the Alchemist Guild, five ancient characters were inscribed in a majestic manner, shimmering silver under the sunlight, attracting awe-inspiring gazes from passersby.

As the headquarters of alchemists in the Jia Ma Empire, even the emperors of the imperial family had to be modest when they came here.

This was because the power wielded by alchemists was enough to shake the entire empire, which was the terrifying aspect of this esteemed profession on the Dou Qi continent.

After taking a look at the imposing Alchemist Guild, he turned his head to look at Nalan Yanran and said with a stern tone in his eyes:

"Your father should have told you how to address me. I don't want to be embarrassed once we go inside. If you dare to cause trouble, I'll teach you a lesson in front of everyone!"

"You!"

Upon hearing this, Nalan Yanran clenched her hands tightly, and a touch of anger appeared on her delicate face.

After thinking about it for a while, Feng Ye in front of her would really do that kind of thing, and she felt very... wronged!

Immediately, the red lips squeezed out a "true" smile:

"Alright! Brother Feng Ye!"

Ye Feng stared at her, who had just compromised so easily, in amazement, and suddenly found that the future young master of the Misty Cloud Sect was really special~

"Come on, let's go in and have a look!"

As the two entered the gates of the Alchemist Guild, a strong scent of medicinal herbs greeted them.

Ye Feng was very comfortable with this strong fragrance of dandelion, which completely covered up the light fragrance on Nalan Yanran's body.

Everyone who entered couldn't help but take a deep breath, feeling refreshed and exhilarated as they looked around.

The area of the Alchemist Guild was vast, divided into three sections: east, south, and west.

In the southern hall, numerous cauldrons were burning, indicating that alchemy was taking place there, with alchemists exchanging experiences with each other.

The western area, on the other hand, was much quieter, with several guards standing in the corridors. It was clear that important guests or alchemists were inside.

In the eastern hall, there were many tables made of green rocks, behind which sat robed alchemists.

On the tables were various medicinal herbs, jade bottles, and scrolls.

It was evident that this area was the trading zone, and since they had come here, Ye Feng naturally wouldn't miss it.

As he and Nalan Yanran walked through the Alchemist Guild, their presence didn't go unnoticed.

Many people recognized Nalan Yanran, the charming girl of heaven.

She was highly esteemed, and people looked at her with a mix of awe, curiosity, envy, and other complex gazes.

Apart from awe, all those expressions were directed towards Ye Feng because, in their eyes, anyone who could accompany this celestial beauty couldn't be ordinary.

Of course, there were also some who believed that the combination of the two was like a toad and a swan, or a pig and a cabbage.

However, these thoughts remained in their minds, and they didn't dare to say them out loud.

Because there were instances where people had their tongues cut off for spreading malicious gossip.

Naturally, the two didn't care about them and walked directly into the trading and treasure area in the east.

Unlike the stall vendors outside, the people here were seated leisurely instead of shouting loudly.

If they sensed that the other party had some wealth or a noble identity, they would stand up to greet them.

In this area, the transactions were conducted through bartering. If someone wanted to obtain herbs or elixirs from them, they had to offer something of equivalent value.

With Nalan Yanran present, the alchemists standing by their seats slowly stood up.

After all, her background and status were enough to impress them.

As they leisurely strolled through the trading area, Ye Feng suddenly became attracted to the most bustling place in the vicinity.

There was an elderly man with a pale complexion and a frail appearance.

In front of him, there was a large transparent jade bottle with a pink flame swirling inside.

This flame was called "Peach Blossom Fire" and originated from the body of a rare fifth-grade wood-type magical beast, the Phoenixwood Beast.

It was much milder compared to other beast flames and was easier to tame.

This Peach Blossom Flame naturally made people envious, and those around him kept asking about it.

However, the old man's price was too high, and no one had managed to acquire it yet.

"Old man, you've been here for a month already, and your asking price is way too high!"

"That's right, although this Peach Blossom Fire is good, who can satisfy your enormous appetite?"

"Old man, that's enough. How about I give you a fourth-grade elixir in exchange?"

The old man remained unmoved by their words and shook his head with a hoarse voice,

"I'll only change it with a volume of fourth-grade elixirs with clear traces of the soul!"

"Old man, you're asking a lot! Even a fourth-grade elixir recipe is more valuable than your Peach Blossom Fire!"

"That's right, old man. With your price, you won't be able to sell it in your lifetime!"

Nalan Yanran, following Ye Feng's curiosity, approached and murmured with furrowed brows,

"Although this Peach Blossom Fire is precious, it's definitely not worth a fourth-grade elixir recipe. Who would be foolish enough to make that trade?"

"I want to exchange for this Peach Blossom Fire!"

Just as she finished speaking, Ye Feng, who was by her side, immediately opened his mouth.

Nalan Yanran: (⊙?⊙)

She realized that the title "silly girl" didn't suit her, but for the annoying, wicked, and now foolish Feng Ye by her side!

So many people had analyzed the situation, and yet he still wanted to make the trade. What else could he be if not foolish?

Subconsciously, Nalan Yanran tugged at Ye Feng's arm and softly said,

"Feng... Brother Feng Ye~ this Peach Blossom Fire is not equivalent to a fourth-grade elixir recipe. It would be a disadvantageous trade."

After saying these words, she was surprised at herself. She actually reminded this scoundrel who had hurt her before!

[Ding! The host has been reminded by Nalan Yanran not to fall for the trap and receives a check-in reward: Intermediate Yellow level Stage cultivation technique, Alchemy Art!]

Hearing that someone wanted to make the trade, the surrounding crowd and the old man all looked at Ye Feng with curiosity.

The old man stared at Ye Feng, a handsome young man, glanced sideways at Nalan Yanran, and asked:

"Boy, do you have a fourth-grade elixir recipe and two fourth-grade elixir with clear traces of the soul?"

"Old man, you..."

Hearing the old man's asking price, Nalan Yanran immediately took a step forward to question the old man.

But at this moment, she felt a strong feeling on her wrist.

This made her steps and words stagnate immediately, and she looked curiously at the boy who was holding her back.

Facing this, Ye Feng looked back at the old man, wearing a faint smile, and said,

"I don't have a fourth-grade elixir, nor a fourth-grade elixir recipe..."

"Well..."

The faces of everyone around changed. It turned out that this young man was not a fool... but a dandy who came to tease this old man!

The white-haired old man didn't care about other people's expressions, but stared at him with deep eyes... as if waiting for the next step.

Regarding this, Ye Feng looked directly at the old man and said lightly:

"I don't have what you want, but... I can help suppress the effects of fire poison in your body!"

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