Chapter 2635: Chapter 2614: Congratulatory Gift
Chapter 2614: Congratulations
Time flew by, and in the blink of an eye, Lin Feng had been secluded in the auction house, doing alchemy for over ten days. He had lost the sense of time, only knowing that he kept researching the alchemy prescriptions, refining batch after batch of elixirs. Xue Fan never disturbed him, and the efficiency of the Fire Origin Holy Cauldron was indeed high, and the color and aroma of the refined elixirs were also pleasing, which made Lin Feng very satisfied. Within a few days, Lin Feng found himself surrounded by bottles upon bottles of elixirs, making him quite content.
Leaving the alchemy room, Lin Feng took a deep, relaxed breath, inhaling the scent of elixirs on his body, and smiled faintly as he walked towards the auction to speak with Xue Fan.
Seeing Lin Feng walking over, Xue Fan put down his work and went up to greet him: "Young Friend Lin, you’ve really worked hard."
Xue Fan knew that once Lin Feng started doing alchemy, he was absorbed and uninterested in the outside world, not coming out for over ten days, so he never disturbed him. The process of alchemy itself is arduous, but Lin Feng did not appear as fatigued as other alchemists, suggesting that Lin Feng had his unique methods.
"Elder Xue, there’s no need to say that, it’s my duty." Lin Feng smiled, acknowledging that Xue Fan genuinely treated him well. Whether because of Elder Chu or the Myriad Gods Tower’s reputation, he ought to show gratitude to Xue Fan. Moreover, the auction house had helped him considerably, so doing alchemy was small repayment.
"All the elixirs from last time have been auctioned off, Young Friend Lin. Your alchemy skills are truly remarkable. We’ll assess the proceeds and deposit them for you." Xue Fan praised Lin Feng while laughing. In Lin City, flawless quality elixirs were rare, and as long as there was an auction, Lin Feng’s elixirs sold exceptionally well. How could Xue Fan not be pleased?
"You can handle this matter as you see fit. I still owe the auction house some Yuan Stones. What I refined this time should cover for a while. However, I do have one more request to ask of Elder Xue." Lin Feng knew through Xue Fan’s words that he wanted him to do more alchemy, but Lin Feng really needed to attend to other matters. He had spent enough time in Lin City; once the Holy Pill Pavilion opened, he could confidently head to the southern seas, where many tasks awaited completion.
Xue Fan looked at Lin Feng and, sensing Lin Feng’s request, asked, "What is it?"
Lin Feng smiled lightly and said, "Nothing major, just that the Holy Pill Pavilion is about to finish renovation and will choose a day to open. It would be an honor if Elder Xue could attend the ribbon-cutting ceremony."
Hearing this, Xue Fan burst into laughter. Of course, he would attend. He considered Lin Feng a friend now, and Lin Feng, being genuine and reliable, always kept his promises. Even when busy, he helped the auction house with alchemy. How could these gestures not be remembered? So he said, "Even if Young Friend Lin didn’t invite me, I would still go, hahaha."
"Then we’ll be eagerly awaiting your presence." Hearing Xue Fan’s response, Lin Feng said, knowing that Xue Fan would certainly come, but he expressed a polite invitation nonetheless. In Lin City, he knew few people, but Xue Fan alone was enough. Xue Fan’s attendance would undoubtedly amplify the reputation of the Holy Pill Pavilion.
Having said all this, Lin Feng left the auction house and headed towards the Holy Pill Pavilion, thinking that Gu Tianhai’s setup must be almost complete.
Three days later, the streets and alleys of Lin City buzzed with talk, as a shop in the city center was about to host a grand opening. However, no details about the type of store were revealed, sparking curiosity throughout the city. Even the eight prominent families dispatched people to investigate continually.
On the opening day, Lin City seemed poised for a significant event. The citizens crowded around the entrance of the Holy Pill Pavilion, creating an impenetrable mass of spectators. Ma Biaohu prepared fireworks at the entrance, and Xinyue bustled around, helping Ma Biaohu, while Gu Tianhai kept running in and out, organizing tasks in an orderly fashion, awaiting the auspicious hour.
"What’s the deal with this shop, always shrouded in black cloth and refusing to unveil?"
"Yeah, yeah, what on earth is being sold here?"
"Indeed, no signboard is displayed—so strange."
...
The crowd gathered around the Holy Pill Pavilion, curiously pointing and discussing its novelty. No shop had ever opened like this in Lin City, and despite nearing the auspicious hour, large black cloths still draped from the rooftop to the ground, even concealing the signboard, leaving the nature of the products sold a complete mystery. Were they planning to surprise everyone?
Meanwhile, family heads from the eight prominent families couldn’t suppress their curiosity. They all eagerly watched from a distant building, wondering what Lin Feng was up to. From the beginning of the renovation till now, everything had been shrouded in secrecy, with even a fly unable to slip inside. What was the intention?
"Could it be selling Dharma Treasures?"
"That kid bid on so many treasures at the auction; it’s either Dharma Treasures or weapons."
"Why haven’t they opened yet?"
...
The heads of the eight families stood in the building, their gazes fixed on Lin Feng’s Holy Pill Pavilion, without catching a glimpse of Lin Feng. They kept whispering among themselves, guessing aimlessly. The heads even sent their subordinates disguised as commoners to rush inside as soon as the store opened.
Just as the auspicious hour approached, Xue Fan led several elders from the auction to the entrance of the Holy Pill Pavilion. Inside, Lin Feng heard Xue Fan’s voice and quickly came out.
"Young Friend Lin, hahaha, congratulations, congratulations! Look who I brought!" Xue Fan’s hearty laughter could be heard from afar. When he saw Lin Feng coming out to greet him, he said to Lin Feng, intending to offer an unexpected surprise.
Xue Fan stepped back, revealing a person’s figure...
"Great Elder, what brings you here!" Lin Feng was extremely excited to see Song Cheng arrive. He hadn’t expected Song Cheng to travel all the way from the Myriad Gods Tower to attend his opening ceremony, which truly surprised him.
"Haha, Young Friend Lin, I couldn’t miss the opening of your Holy Pill Pavilion once I heard about it." Song Cheng had been worried about how Lin Feng was doing in Lin City since he last left, so when Xue Fan contacted him and informed him of the pavilion’s opening, he flew over with the Sky-Blending Flying Sword.
"Thank you so much." Lin Feng shook hands with Song Cheng, knowing full well that Song Cheng didn’t need to go to such lengths to come, and his presence was a great honor, an act of friendship Lin Feng would surely remember.
"Young Master, the auspicious time has arrived." Gu Tianhai came over, having kept a close eye on the time, and finally, the auspicious moment was here.
Lin Feng nodded and calmly walked to the front entrance of the Holy Pill Pavilion. Standing before it, he gathered the Yuangang in his hands, and the airflow formed by the Yuangang instantly whipped up a gust, lifting the great cloth covering the pavilion from bottom to top, revealing its appearance to the crowd bit by bit.
"Heavens!"
"What is this building?"
"Holy Pill Pavilion..."
...
As the cloth was lifted, the onlooking populace collectively exclaimed in awe. Before them, the Holy Pill Pavilion glowed faintly, with the most eye-catching feature being the plaque—radiant red and, astonishingly, made not of wood or metal, but a vivid flame, resembling true fire. Three bold characters were written upon it: Holy Pill Pavilion.
The family heads of the eight prominent families watching from afar couldn’t help but widen their eyes. Holy Pill Pavilion, such a commanding name! No one had guessed that Lin Feng’s establishment was a place selling elixirs. They wanted to move closer and see more, but none dared to make an appearance as they hadn’t been invited.
Lin Feng had worn a white long robe for the occasion, highlighting his exquisite demeanor, making him particularly noticeable in the crowd. In his usual calm tone, he said, "I hereby announce the Holy Pill Pavilion is officially open today, welcoming all citizens of Lin City to purchase elixirs."
After saying this, thunderous applause erupted from below. Ma Biaohu lit the firecrackers, and Lin Feng, along with Gu Tianhai, Xue Fan, and Song Cheng, cut the ribbon together, creating quite the festive scene.
"Young Friend Lin, I have a gift for you." Song Cheng took out a special gift from his space—a black beast skin with four strong characters written on it: Myriad Saints Pill! It shone with a golden brilliance, but the most remarkable feature was the seal underneath, clearly showing the name Fan Yun.
"This is? From the Tower Master!" Lin Feng saw the signature beneath, cautiously receiving it. He was genuinely amazed that the Tower Master personally inscribed something for the Holy Pill Pavilion, never having expected someone as elevated as Fan Yun to pay him such attention.
Song Cheng smiled and said, "The Tower Master specifically instructed that it must be handed to you, as a gift from him."
Considering Fan Yun’s explicit instructions for Song Cheng to deliver this calligraphy to Lin Feng, Song Cheng realized the Tower Master as someone always repaying favors. Lin Feng had assisted the Tower Master, so even a piece of calligraphy wouldn’t suffice to express Fan Yun’s thanks.
Lin Feng put away Fan Yun’s gift and proceeded inside the Holy Pill Pavilion with several elders for a tour, while all the townspeople eagerly rushed inside as well.
The ones most unable to stay calm now were the eight family heads across the street.
"What’s the background of this kid?"
"Even Xue Fan came to cut the ribbon for him!"
"Did you see that piece of calligraphy?"
...
Standing at the front, Luan Zhengtang deeply sighed. When he saw Xue Fan’s arrival, he was particularly shocked, having personally invited Xue Fan for his family’s store opening in the past, only to be politely declined. People from the Myriad Gods Tower don’t easily build connections, so how did this kid manage to invite Xue Fan? Moreover, their relationship seemed so close.
"Fan Yun, is that the Tower Master of Myriad Gods Tower?" Seeing this name, Shen Youwei was momentarily stunned, asking Zhan Hancheng beside him. He wasn’t certain about the name because, though he’d heard of it, no one dared to address the Tower Master of Myriad Gods Tower directly. But he was sure the calligraphy was indeed penned by the Tower Master himself, given how cherished it was by Song Cheng, indicating the writer was someone of greater renown than Song Cheng.
Zhan Hancheng nodded, truly surprised by Lin Feng’s capabilities. Although he knew Lin Feng had some ties with the Myriad Gods Tower, he hadn’t realized that the Holy Pill Pavilion’s opening would bring Song Cheng himself, along with Xue Fan, to the event, not to mention receiving congratulatory gifts from the Tower Master. Such immense honor!
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