CHAPTER 862: CHAPTER 838: WORTHLESS

The two people approached, and the rich fragrance from the woman in the cheongsam was detectable.

Slightly sweet, mixed with an intense scent of money.

It must be top-quality goods.

This perfume is expensive.

Jiang Xiaoxiao braced for the impending cold shoulder and sarcastic remarks.

But then!

A complete turnaround!

"Welcome, are you here for the auction, or to purchase required herbs and elixirs?"

The lady in the cheongsam spoke softly, with a gentle and graceful manner. Not only did she politely help them open the door, but she also stayed by their side, with an amiable attitude that left Jiang Xiaoxiao surprised.

The owner of Yixin Hall is indeed a capable person.

Just judging by the personnel they trained, the staff here could overlook their attire and still greet them warmly. This showed that the owner must be a cultured and magnanimous person.

No wonder Hao Zhigang chose to sell their family’s elixirs here.

The trust level here seems high.

"We are here to sell medicine!"

Hao Zhigang tried hard not to appear uneasy.

Never mind that he boasted all the way to Jiang Xiaoxiao about how upscale this auction house was, the truth was he had never been here before.

Even in the years before the Hao family’s decline, they would never have brought their Youthful Appearance Pill to sell here.

Moreover, they never produced a Super Grade elixir before; this was their first time.

They never had the chance to mingle with such high society.

The lady smiled, "Hello, sir. May I know your family name? My surname is He, and you can call me Specialist He; I am specifically here to assist you. May I know which elixir you are looking to sell?"

Hao Zhigang was instantly charmed by her warm smile, feeling somewhat flattered.

A beautiful woman does deserve such courtesy.

"Specialist He, my surname is Hao!"

"The Hao family? Youthful Appearance Pill? So, Mr. Hao is selling the Youthful Appearance Pill, right?"

He Lina had information on every family in West City in her mind.

Of course, unless it’s a commoner, they have information on every family with some background, even small ones, so hearing the surname Hao, she quickly matched it and realized that the secret recipe this family is known for is the Youthful Appearance Pill.

However, rumor has it that the Hao family lost its standing long ago, and only the most ordinary fourth or fifth-grade Youthful Appearance Pills were being sold in the market, considered as knock-offs.

The Hao family’s tenth-grade Youthful Appearance Pill hasn’t been seen for a long time.

There’s a rumor that the Wang family wants to spend a lot to acquire the Youthful Appearance Pill’s secret recipe.

Since this person bears the surname Hao and intends to sell elixirs, he naturally represents the Hao family.

The only question is whether he’s bringing a tenth-grade Youthful Appearance Pill.

Hao Zhigang suddenly felt invigorated; the fact that they could easily deduce his family’s details proved that his presence in their auction house still held some merit.

He thought he was just an insignificant nobody.

This feeling of being valued immediately boosted Hao Zhigang’s spirit.

"Indeed, it is the Youthful Appearance Pill."

He Lina smiled slightly, "Please follow me, both of you."

In cases where they purchase elixirs, they have specialized appraisers.

There was a row of ten small rooms, all with reddish-brown wooden doors, and He Lina knocked on one of them.

Then, she pushed the door open and entered.

Inside was a simple office desk, and two appraisers behind it.

A male appraiser in a suit, and a female assistant who was clearly an assistant.

When they saw Hao Zhigang and Jiang Xiaoxiao, both their faces showed signs of disappointment.

Judging by their attire, they could probably guess that what they were presenting wouldn’t be anything high-end.

However, in the spirit of the owner’s business approach, they still restrained their expressions.

Very professionally, they gestured for Jiang Xiaoxiao and Hao Zhigang to sit on the chairs.

"What is it that you both wish to sell?"

It wasn’t overly polite, but certainly not rude, getting straight to the point.

Hao Zhigang was pleased, better than being looked down upon as he imagined. This was business acumen.

"This is the Youthful Appearance Pill."

Hao Zhigang took out a few bottles.

Placing them on the table.

If it wasn’t for professional composure, He Lina might have laughed out loud.

What you have here is the Youthful Appearance Pill?

Are you sure you’re not joking?

Black and dull, yellow-tinged, with a tinge of purple in the cyan; even as an outsider, she could tell this was at most a second-grade Youthful Appearance Pill, and a failed practice one at that.

Treating their auction house as a garbage dump, throwing anything in here.

He Lina immediately held a bit of disdain for Hao Zhigang.

Even if the Hao family had fallen from grace, they shouldn’t bring out such low-end things here attempting deception.

This loses one’s integrity.

In their West City, almost every family had a connection with the Ancient Medicine’s legacy.

They stayed here for generations, preserving their traditions, but when it comes to respect for medicine and medical skills, they have their dignity and integrity.

Even if a family has fallen, deceit in medicine or pharmaceuticals is not allowed.

This would be met with contempt and scorn.

Is Hao Zhigang acting out of desperation?

The appraiser looked, apparently calm.

After years as an appraiser, they’ve met all sorts of people; in a large forest, all kinds of birds exist.

It’s not the first encounter with this type of person, though their West City is the inheritor of the Ancient Medical World.

Moreover, all original residents here are from families with a legacy, whether it be great or small, ordinary or extraordinary.

Just like people.

No matter how capable a father might be, he can’t guarantee all ten sons will be just as capable.

With ten fingers of varying lengths, let’s not discuss human nature, which is hard to ensure.

So they’ve seen this drama many times.

Looking at the bottle in front, they calmly opened it and sniffed the contents, furrowing their brows.

Picked out a pill, took a small knife and gently scraped some powder off the pill.

Then used their fingers to lift it, putting it in their mouth, closed their eyes, and silently tasted it.

After tasting, they returned the pill, pushing it in front of Hao Zhigang.

"Second-grade Youthful Appearance Pill, inferior quality, greatly reduced effect; such a pill would most likely be used by those raising birds or dogs to slightly improve their pets’ condition, price one yuan per pill."

The response was fair, but Jiang Xiaoxiao’s face reddened.

True, each profession is unique.

Looking at their craft, it’s really not up to par; a second-grade low-quality pill, not even fit for human use.

In the past, they thought of themself as incredibly clever, but now realizing, if reborn without any cheats, they might not be better off than in their previous life.

Cleverness seems just out of reach.

Honestly relying on a cheat to add some bonus.

Hao Zhigang naturally knew; he wasn’t really intending to auction these substances, even he knew they were worthless.

It was just a trial; after all, he’d never experienced such an auction house, who knew what kind of appraisers they had; at least this bottle was a test.

To see if they had the ability and insight; now seeing, they indeed had enough qualifications.

It seems Yixin Hall truly lived up to its reputation; talents emerge here, better drop any small schemes quickly.

Or else, he might suffer a significant loss.