Chapter 57: Heavenly Grade Inferior Sun Gathering Cauldron

Ning Yujiao glanced at Wu Tian and personally poured a cup of tea for him, handing it over.

Wu Tian, without hesitation, directly accepted the tea from her hands.

"I'm truly grateful for Young Master Wu's kind words. In fact, this matter is related to Young Master Wu. Young Master Wu is a master in alchemy. Nowadays, in the Savage Martial Empire and even the entire Divine Dragon Continent, alchemists are scarce, and high-level alchemists are even rarer. It's truly an honor for Shun Feng Trading Company to recognize a master like Young Master Wu!

However, in recent years, Shun Feng Trading Company has been on a declining trend. We urgently need a strong helper. I believe Young Master Wu is the one we need. Since the auction of Mr. Wu's two pills at the last auction, Shun Feng Trading Company's reputation has slightly improved. This is enough to prove Young Master Wu's prowess.

Originally, we wanted Young Master Wu to become the dedicated alchemist for Shun Feng Trading Company. However, Young Master Wu is not someone our company can retain. Therefore, we can only choose long-term cooperation with Young Master Wu. Nevertheless, I sincerely invite Young Master Wu to join our Shun Feng Trading Company. What do you think, Young Master Wu?"

Wu Tian took a sip of tea and then smiled, shaking his head slightly. "Miss Ning, I'll stick to what I said. I cannot join Shun Feng Trading Company."

Ning Yujiao wasn't surprised. She smiled and revealed two shallow dimples on her face. "It seems that I can't change Mr. Wu's mind. However, Young Master Wu, can we take our cooperation to a deeper level?"

Wu Tian was puzzled and looked at Ning Yujiao with curiosity. "A deeper level of cooperation? Does Miss Ning want to...?"

"Young Master Wu, you're thinking too much. What I mean is whether Young Master Wu can provide us with higher-level pills?" Ning Yujiao interrupted Wu Tian.

Wu Tian suddenly realized. "Oh, I see. Miss Ning, you could have directly said that you need higher-level pills. Knowledgeable people like you express things in an elegant manner."

Ning Yujiao didn't get angry. Instead, she smiled and continued, "Young Master Wu is indeed straightforward. In short, we need higher-level pills from Young Master Wu, preferably Earth-grade or above."

"Well..." Wu Tian hesitated, rubbing his chin.

"I know this matter is challenging, as Earth-grade pills are rare, and those above that level are even more scarce..."

"No, no, I didn't mean it's difficult. I just want to know, Miss Ning, why do you need pills of Earth-grade or above?" Wu Tian shook his head.

"Young Master Wu is straightforward. I'll be frank as well. As I mentioned earlier, Shun Feng Trading Company has been declining in recent years, and the business is getting worse. We need external help to give us a push. Currently, the pill business in the Savage Martial Empire is booming, with a huge demand. Top-grade pills are in short supply! If Mr. Wu can provide Shun Feng Trading Company with top-grade pills, we can organize an auction to enhance the company's reputation. This, in turn, will stimulate Shun Feng Trading Company's business."

Wu Tian understood what Ning Yujiao was getting at. She hoped he could provide high-level pills to boost Shun Feng Trading Company's visibility, ultimately improving the company's overall business.

Wu Tian didn't immediately agree. Firstly, he currently didn't have Earth-grade or above pills. Secondly, this woman, despite her beauty, was a shrewd businesswoman. If he agreed outright, he might end up at a disadvantage.

"Miss Ning, your trust in me is truly surprising. I have indeed signed a contract with you, granting Shun Feng Trading Company priority in purchasing my pills. However, I currently lack the ability to refine high-level pills, and I apologize for that."

"Mr. Wu, I believe in your abilities. If you can refine pills of Earth-grade quality using the same skill you used for Profound-grade pills, there's nothing you can't achieve. I understand that you may be concerned about the materials. Please rest assured; if you can provide Earth-grade or above pills, we can offer you some materials for free and even provide some funds to support you." Ning Yujiao understood Wu Tian's concerns and extended an olive branch.

"Are you sure?"

"Very sure. I have some influence in Shun Feng Trading Company! You can freely choose raw materials worth one million two silver, and I can personally give you one million two silver in advance. Additionally, as a congratulatory gift for Young Master Wu becoming the first in the sect's grand competition, I've prepared a gift: the Heavenly Grade Inferior Sun Gathering Cauldron for alchemy!"

Saying that, Ning Yujiao waved her delicate hand, and a bronze cauldron appeared in front of Wu Tian.

Wu Tian used the system to check the properties of the alchemy cauldron in front of him, and his eyebrows raised.

Sun Gathering Cauldron (Heavenly Grade Inferior): Crafted from ancient bronze, specifically designed for alchemy, capable of reducing material wastage by forty percent, decreasing true qi consumption by fifty percent, and enhancing alchemy success rate by fifty percent.

Seeing the attributes of this cauldron, Wu Tian's eyes lit up. This Heavenly Grade equipment, though meant for alchemy, was incredibly tempting for him.

In the past, Wu Tian used a large iron pot for alchemy, which could explode if the process failed, wasting materials and lowering the success rate. This Sun Gathering Cauldron not only reduced material wastage but also increased the success rate by fifty percent, a significant help for Wu Tian.

"This cauldron is called the Sun Gathering Cauldron. It can greatly improve Young Master Wu's alchemy success rate, and the quality of the pills refined will also be correspondingly enhanced. As a congratulatory gift for Young Master Wu winning the sect's grand competition, I hope Young Master Wu will accept it." Ning Yujiao introduced with a slight smile.

"Miss Ning is indeed generous. A true businesswoman." At this moment, Wu Tian couldn't help but admire this woman. The Sun Gathering Cauldron was a precious gift for alchemists. Ning Yujiao intentionally presented it as a congratulatory gift, and refusing it would be inappropriate. Accepting it, however, meant having some strings attached.

"Since Miss Ning is so generous, I will respectfully accept it! Thank you!" Wu Tian didn't think too much about it. Taking advantage of someone else's generosity wasn't something he would pass up. He directly stored the Sun Gathering Cauldron in his spatial ring.

A hint of a smile flashed in Ning Yujiao's eyes. She then asked, "Young Master Wu, about the matter I mentioned earlier..."

"Pills of Earth-grade or above, right? When do you need them?" Having accepted something, Wu Tian naturally wouldn't sit idly.

"We need them in two months. We will hold a large auction in the capital of the Savage Martial Empire. Mr. Wu's pills will play a significant role."

"Two months later

, alright. I happen to be heading to the headquarters of the Qi Tian Sect. No problem, give me two months, and I will provide you with satisfactory pills. I guarantee that it will boost the morale of your Shun Feng Trading Company!" Wu Tian confidently agreed, patting his chest.