h4Chapter 698: Chapter 703: Nine Elements Pill/h4

    After hearing Lin Jiawei’s words, Ling Chen was slightly stunned. It seemed that, ording to Lin Jiawei, there was another type of Heavenly Mechanism Pill in addition to the three kinds he knew of.

    Thinking of this, Ling Chen couldn’t help but shift his gaze towards Qiu Yong and the others. They were rtively familiar with the matters of the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion and must have heard about this.

    However, Qiu Yong and the others looked at each other, all shaking their heads, indicating they had no knowledge of the matter.

    "Could it be... that the rumor is true?"

    At this moment, everyone just heard Xu Ming muttering to himself, standing alone in the corner.

    Ling Chen, curious, asked, "Second Brother, what rumor are you speaking of?"

    "I once had dealings with an expert from the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion, and during that time, I identally heard him mention something about the Heavenly Mechanism Pill," Xu Ming paused slightly, then continued, "The Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion indeed only has three types of Heavenly Mechanism Pills: ordinary, fine, and top-grade, each with its own level. However, there is one exception, and that is the existence of the Pill King."

    "The Pill King?" Hearing this unfamiliar term, Ling Chen and the others were taken aback, as it was the first time they were hearing about the Pill King.

    Compared to Ling Chen and the others’ surprise, Lin Jiawei seemed much calmer, as if he felt no curiosity.

    "Second Brother, please continue," urged Qiu Yong.

    "Yes!" Xu Ming nodded and said, "Pill King is a nickname; its urate name should be Nine Elements Pill. The Nine Elements Pill is not intentionally crafted by the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion; this pill is about chance."

    Xia Yue, curious, asked, "What kind of chance?"

    "When the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion refines top-grade Heavenly Mechanism Pills, if more medicinal herbs are added, there’s a certain chance that a Nine Elements Pill will be produced from the pill concoction. However, this probability is extremely low, less than one percent. Therefore, the Nine Elements Pill is incredibly precious and listed as the most valuable treasure of the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion, seldom used. It is said that despite many years since the establishment of the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion, the number of Nine Elements Pills can be counted on one’s fingers. Because this is an internal secret of the Pavilion, very few people outside know about it."

    After hearing Xu Ming’s exnation, Wei Jiahao asked, "Second Brother, if it is a secret, why would someone from the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion tell you?"

    "I said, it was by chance," Xu Ming exined, "After I met that person, we chatted casually for a bit and then had a few drinks together. Who knew that person couldn’t hold his liquor well, and after just a few bottles, he waspletely drunk, rambling on and on, including the matter of the Nine Elements Pill."

    "I see."

    While everyone appeared to understand, they all knew clearly that Xu Ming’s story was obviously made up.

    No matter how careless the people of the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion were, they wouldn’t easily reveal their secrets to outsiders. Since Xu Ming was unwilling to borate, it wasn’t good to press further.

    "Correct!" Lin Jiawei, who had been silent until now, said, "What he said is right; Ji Gang wants the Nine Elements Pill. Ling Chen, if you can get your hands on the Nine Elements Pill, I can help you reach out to Ji Gang at that time. I believe that as long as you use the Nine Elements Pill for a trade, Ji Gang will definitely agree to exchange Ling Kun."

    Nine Elements Pill...

    Ling Chen frowned silently. Since the Nine Elements Pill was so important to the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion, it was unlikely that they would easily give it to him. Even though his rtionship with the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion Master Su Mei was good, it wasn’t to the extent where she would hand over such a valuable pill.

    After much consideration, Ling Chen couldn’t think of a suitable approach for the time being.

    "Sixth Brother, why bother with all this trouble, just directly exchange him for your father," Xia Yue suggested.

    Hearing this, Lin Jiawei couldn’t help but smile and shook his head, saying self-assuredly, "If you really want to do that, then I advise you to drop the idea. Compared to Ling Kun, I’m essentially worthless. Exchanging someone worthless for someone valuable, do you think the God Organization would make such a foolish decision?" Lin Jiawei looked at Ling Chen and said, "Trust me, apart from the Nine Elements Pill, Ji Gang will not agree to any trade with you. Instead of wasting time with me, you’d be better off thinking about how to get the Nine Elements Pill. Since you have a good rtionship with the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion, I think you’ll be able to find a solution."

    "Alright, I have answered your question, is there anything else you want to know?"

    "Lin Guodong," said Ling Chen. "I want to know everything about him."

    "Sorry, I can’t answer that for you."

    "Y-... "

    Before Ling Chen could finish, Lin Jiawei had already cut him off, continuing, "It’s not that I refuse to tell you, but that I don’t know. No one knows the whereabouts of Lin Guodong, including myself, so there’s no point in wasting time here with me. I’ve said before, you won’t get anything out of me, because I simply don’t know, and asking is futile."

    Watching Lin Jiawei speak, Ling Chen wasn’t sure whether he was telling the truth or lying.

    "Do you have any other questions?"

    Ling Chen shook his head; at this moment, his thoughts were on the Nine Elements Pill, worried about his father’s safety. As for other matters, he really wasn’t in the mood to think about them.

    "Big Brother, let’s go out first, andter have Fatty take him to the cell," Ling Chen said as he stepped towards the exit of the interrogation room.

    However, before he could reach the door, Lin Jiawei called out, "Hey! Ling Chen, I’ve told you everything, are you going to let me go or not?"

    "I’ll consider it first."

    Lin Jiawei let out a snort ofughter, "Still considering? Since when did you, such a decisive person, be so indecisive?"

    Ling Chen didn’t bother responding to him and left the interrogation room.

    Outside, seeing Ling Chen immersed in thought and not speaking, Qiu Yong couldn’t help but ask, "Sixth Brother, you’re not seriously thinking of letting him go, are you?"

    Ling Chen nodded and replied, "There’s no other way, even if I can bear the loss to Wanqing, I can’t stand by and watch my father be in danger. Moreover, my father is in the hands of Ji Gang, a master on the Heavenly List; what could I possibly use to fight against him?"

    "But... do you think the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion will hand over the Nine Elements Pill to you?" asked Xia Yue, still worried.

    Ling Chen gave a wry smile. Honestly, he had absolutely no confidence, and could even imagine Su Mei refusing him. But since it was up to him to decide, he had to think of a way, and perhaps there might be other routes to explore.

    "Big Brother, don’t worry about this; I will handle it."

    This time, the usually silent Xu Ming said, "If you really intend to ask the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion for the Nine Elements Pill, why don’t we apany you? At the very least, the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion should give us some consideration."

    "That’s right, Second Brother has a point," Qiu Yong patted Ling Chen on the shoulder and said, "Sixth Brother, since we’re all brothers, rest assured, we’ll do our utmost to help rescue your father."

    "Thank you, Big Brother."

    "What’s there to thank among brothers? Alright, that’s settled then, just let us know when you decide to go to the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion."