CHAPTER 353: CHAPTER 353: MAKE A PROFIT!

"I’ve already booked a room early at the inn on the lowest level, just waiting for the Immortal Peach to mature and the mountain to shake before heading over." The Bear Demon eagerly invited: "If you haven’t found a place to stay, how about we stay together since we have fate? Best to stay away from Wo Hu Temple for now and observe the situation to avoid any repercussions."

Faced with an unexpected invitation, Jiang Yuan understandably chose to politely refuse.

Meeting by chance without knowing the background, when traveling, one must be cautious against others even without malicious intent.

"Have you had a meal yet? I feel somewhat guilty for taking your Nine Bends Vine, why don’t we try some of the delicacies from Wo Hu Temple Market together?"

"No need to worry, talking with you has been interesting enough to compensate for the medicine price." Jiang Yuan again kindly declined: "Anyway, there’s still a few days before the Immortal Peach matures, I want to visit the Treasure Pavilion first."

After exchanging brief farewells, the Bear Demon watched Jiang Yuan head towards the Treasure Pavilion with some reluctance, pretending to stroll and quietly followed.

"So generous and yet appears inexperienced, perhaps a young noble from a family or a direct disciple of a sect." The Bear Demon thought to himself, if he could deepen the relationship, he might benefit at this crucial time.

Even if nothing comes from it, having him alongside during the competition for the Immortal Peach might increase his odds. Thus, under the temptation of the Immortal Peach, the Bear Demon quietly followed Jiang Yuan hoping to create a "chance encounter" to deepen their connection.

"Welcome, sir, what treasures may you be looking for?" The Treasure Pavilion, known for its reputation, was bustling with guests as soon as Jiang Yuan entered the hall.

He glanced around the luxurious decor of the first-floor hall where spirit medicines, magical artifacts, talismans, and weapons were all available, yet the prices were steep enough to make one frown.

"As you can see, many cultivators have come in anticipation of the Immortal Peach maturing at Wo Hu Temple." Seeing his slight frown at the prices, the shop attendant smiled: "The Immortal Peach blooms every four hundred years, bears fruit every four hundred years, and takes four hundred years to mature, so this spectacle is only seen once every thousand years.

There are at least twenty to thirty thousand cultivators here, and this is only what can be seen. During the actual contest, the number might double! Without some trump cards, it’s very hard to seize such a rare opportunity. Hence, recently, the prices of relevant products have surged. However, with the strength of our Treasure Pavilion, we’re able to acquire many great items, sir, you should seize the chance if you see something you like!"

The shop attendant was all smiles, while Jiang Yuan thought to himself that he might not be able to acquire the Immortal Peach, but Wo Hu Temple Market is already celebrating ahead of time, so he should quickly refine more medicine to take advantage of the high prices and make a profit!

"Do you have any elixirs?" Jiang Yuan wanted to see the prices at the Treasure Pavilion first to have a reference.

The shop attendant hurriedly led the way, "Sir, please go to the second floor! Many cultivators compete for the Spirit Core Pills for spiritual power recovery and Blood Replenishing Pills for healing. We just received a batch of elixirs to replenish our supply, please check the prices first."

So, Jiang Yuan went to the second-floor hall which was even more discreetly luxurious at a glance. A first-grade Spirit Core Pill sold for sixty-five thousand spirit stones apiece, even more expensive than second-grade Spirit Core Pills sold at Golden Carp Lake; second-grade Spirit Core Pill prices were even more outrageous at thirteen thousand spirit stones apiece!

Despite this, many cultivators were crowding around the counter to grab them.

Not sure if there were any shills among them, but the enthusiasm was enough to make Jiang Yuan’s heart surge with excitement. Calculating that his alchemy room still needed some time before the second-grade Spirit Core Pills could be produced, he suppressed his excitement and took out his introduction letter from his storage bag, then asked: "I have important business to see the Pavilion Master, could you please notify them?"

The shop attendant was slightly stunned, wanting to continue selling;

The Bear Demon, wearing a cloak and following, heard Jiang Yuan’s request to see the Pavilion Master, his heart skipped and he jumped for joy—he had not mistaken, this young man indeed has a background!

The shop attendant was a bit confused since they wanted to meet the Pavilion Master, it no longer concerned him, so he introduced him to the Head Shopkeeper to handle it while he continued to attract customers downstairs.

Reported level by level, and soon Jiang Yuan finally met the Pavilion Master of the Treasure Pavilion.

As soon as the Pavilion Master appeared, Jiang Yuan was stunned.

[Cang Lingdong: Intermediate Demon Infant Realm creature. A demon cultivator tasked with lurking in the Wilderness World, possessing the Phantom Pearl magical treasure to assist in concealing demon cultivator aura disguised as a demon cultivator]

"My friend, I am the Pavilion Master of the Treasure Pavilion, may I know why you seek me?" Cang Lingdong was a tall and sturdy woman, likely to pretend to be a demon cultivator, she had conjured up a pair of cute cat ears on top of her head.

The mismatch between her build and the fluffy cute ears gave off a muscular Nezha vibe.

"I have an introduction letter, Pavilion Master please have a look." Jiang Yuan offered it with both hands, surprised that the Demon Realm had sent so many demon cultivators in significant positions here, either working at the money shop or running the Treasure Pavilion, definitely backed by influential figures.

Cang Lingdong shook her cat ears, briskly unfolded the letter and skimmed through it, then laughed heartily: "This is the first time old Fan vouched and introduced someone, you must have extraordinary qualities, come, let’s discuss in the VIP reception room on the third floor.

From now on Jiang Dao You is my friend, every month you can attend the auctions on the third floor!"

"This person indeed has an unusual background, to have the Pavilion Master personally meet him!" The Bear Demon felt proud of his good judgment and timely proactive approach.

Simultaneously, he was a bit worried, although Jiang Yuan came alone, he’s connecting with the Pavilion Master, fearing that he’ll reside at the Treasure Pavilion and act together later, losing any chance of befriending him!

The Bear Demon saw them heading together to the third floor, feeling both envious and unsatisfied.

Recalling the woes of being a loose cultivator, usually, relying on oneself for everything was fine, but finding a companion for teaming up when needed is challenging. He wasn’t satisfied and stayed outside the Treasure Pavilion, unwilling to leave for a long time, eventually spotting the familiar figure coming out, overjoyed, he followed to try another conversation.

Unexpectedly, Jiang Yuan seemed to be in a hurry and walked quickly, among the bustling crowd he lost sight of him!

"Oh no! Where did he go?" The Bear Demon stood in front of a row of Buddha statue-like shops on the middle third floor, looking around confusedly, where was the young cultivator amidst the bustling crowd?

Jiang Yuan was indeed in a hurry, with no auction at the Treasure Pavilion today, he spent a moment consulting the Pavilion Master about the elixir prices.

A second-grade Spirit Core Pill, the Treasure Pavilion sells them for thirteen thousand spirit stones each, purchasing price is ten thousand!

Such an excellent opportunity to make money can’t be waited upon! Jiang Yuan must quickly head to the alchemy room, spend spirit stones to shorten the refining time, and then sell at Wo Hu Temple Market.

"This batch consists of ninety-nine pills, Treasure Pavilion will buy up all of them, selling to them would bring nine hundred and ninety thousand spirit stones, that’s a huge profit!" From rushing away to arriving, Jiang Yuan picked up a second-grade Spirit Core Pill and placed it at the Golden Carp Lake Market window, still showing six thousand spirit stones per pill; however, at Wo Hu Temple Market, he saw the amount skyrocketing to twelve thousand spirit stones each!

He couldn’t help but raise his eyebrows, selling it himself seemed more profitable.

Being one thousand cheaper than Treasure Pavilion’s price, should make it easier to sell, right?

With some apprehension, Jiang Yuan placed ninety-nine second-grade Spirit Core Pills onto the shelves of a general store window.