Ling Taoran tightened his grip on the jade bottle, afraid it might slip, then said sowhat apologetically, "Pharmacist, I have an unreasonable request. Can the Shaoyang Pill be auctioned at the upcoming auction?"
Lin Tian’s intention was precisely this; he hadn’t even spoken before Ling Taoran brought it up himself. He nodded slightly and said, "Mr. Ling, since I’ve brought the elixir, it’s naturally ant for auction. However..."
"However what? If the Pharmacist has any conditions, please feel free to ntion them." Seeing Lin Tian hesitate for a mont, Ling Taoran quickly inquired, fearing he might refuse.
Langya Pavilion’s auction house gathers rare treasures from across the world, and elixirs are among the rarest treasures, which made Ling Taoran anxious.
"I need an invitation to the auction house." Lin Tian was straightforward, directly stating his request.
"An invitation?" Ling Taoran was montarily stunned, then quickly relaxed with a smile, "I apologize for my slip earlier, I thought you had other requests. You are a Pharmacist; not just an invitation, but even more difficult requests will be t if needed."
Lin Tian still underestimated the weight of the title "Pharmacist"; just as he ntioned it, Ling Taoran imdiately agreed, contrary to Lin Tian’s expectations of having to toil over it.
"Pharmacist, please wait a mont, I’ll be right back." Ling Taoran apologized as he excused himself, leaving the box room. It wasn’t long before he returned and said, "I’ve sent soone to fetch the invitation; please be patient, and enjoy so tea."
As he spoke, Ling Taoran poured a cup of tea for Lin Tian, his manner extrely respectful. Since Lin Tian was wearing a mask, he naturally couldn’t drink the tea; he simply glanced at it without reaching for it.
Ling Taoran noticed Lin Tian’s lack of movent, his eyes slightly disappointed; he had hoped Lin Tian would remove the mask to see the Pharmacist’s face. However, since Lin Tian barely moved, Ling Taoran could only smile apologetically.
Lin Tian could easily read through his small thoughts but didn’t mind, simply maintaining silence while seated. Ling Taoran carefully observed Lin Tian, trying to discern anything from him, but Lin Tian’s figure, face, and even hair were shielded by his hood; Ling Taoran found no distinguishing features.
Both remained silent for approximately ten minutes until soone entered the room. Lin Tian recognized him as one of the guards outside, certainly dispatched to the east courtyard to retrieve the invitation by Ling Taoran.
The guard in black placed a wooden box on the table and retreated. Ling Taoran picked up the box and brought it personally to Lin Tian, pleasantly smiling, "Pharmacist, the box contains Langya Pavilion auction’s invitation, please take a look."
Lin Tian nodded and opened the wooden box to reveal a palm-sized black card inside. He picked it up and examined it thoroughly to find the invitation differing from ordinary ones.
The card lacked honorifics, dates, and even written content—just an emblem design and the characters "Langya," both in gold on the front.
The emblem’s shape seed animalistic yet abstract, not resembling any real animal; Lin Tian presud it was likely Langya Pavilion’s symbol.
As for the "Langya" characters, they turned out to be handwritten; the strokes were not opulent nor forced by penmanship technique, appearing simple yet lively, forming harmony naturally.
Lin Tian had never seen such unique calligraphy; with one glance, it invoked an image of a person in white, pen poised, rging form with spirit.
Suddenly, a thought surfaced in his mind: if the writer were a calligraphy master, he or she must have reached a remarkably high realm; if an Ancient Martial Artist, surely at the Innate Realm.
This artistic conception was unique, and Lin Tian finally understood why Langya Pavilion wasn’t concerned about imitation of the invitations. The essence within the "Langya" characters was sothing few could replicate—the penholder even infused it into the writing.
"I’m curious what kind of extraordinary individual the writer is," Lin Tian expressed his amazent frankly.
"If the Pharmacist visits the Ling Family, you will definitely et them," Ling Taoran suggested opportunistically.
His idea was excellent; inviting a Pharmacist to the Ling Family would be monuntal—even if obtaining any elixir remains unattainable, forming a friendship would be akin to many Ancient Martial families’ long-awaited aspiration.
"If the opportunity arises," Lin Tian slightly nodded, not confirmative, then paused and added, "By the way, I’ve heard an elixir will be auctioned at this event—are the rumors true?"
"Pharmacist, your information is accurate; indeed, an elixir will be auctioned. Are you interested?" Ling Taoran asked curiously, wanting to know why a Pharmacist would desire the elixir.
Lin Tian didn’t reply but asked, "What elixir is it?"
"The Nine Reversals Marrow Changing Pill." Ling Taoran did not conceal anything, promptly answering Lin Tian’s inquiry, "This elixir was obtained by chance by the Ling Family; it can restore the realm of Ancient Martial Artists, although there’s so risk of failure, but remains a Spiritual dicine for those who have suffered realm disruptions."
Nine Reversals Marrow Changing Pill? Lin Tian felt a stir; he swiftly searched his mory and discovered that it wasn’t recorded in the "Shennong Emperor’s dical Scripture"—perhaps it was an elixir developed after the scripture was compiled.
However, Lin Tian did notice a similar elixir docunted within the scripture, equally capable of restoring realms, unfortunately, a high-level elixir for which Lin Tian was unable to concoct, involving unheard-of dicinal herbs.
As a high-level elixir, Lin Tian was only a novice Pharmacist, the gap being too vast. Hence, seeking an already available elixir seed more reliable to help Wang Wanxi regain her realm.
"Mr. Ling, is there any possibility of purchasing the Nine Reversals Marrow Changing Pill directly?" Lin Tian inquired steadily, his voice still hoarse.
"This..." Ling Taoran, usually straightforward, hesitated after hearing Lin Tian’s request.
Lin Tian wasn’t surprised; elixirs, when auctioned, could fetch a higher price. Even at one billion, Ancient Martial families in need wouldn’t be unable to afford it; competitive bidding can drive up value.
Ling Taoran feared offending a Pharmacist too, so he quickly explained, "Mr. Lin might not be aware, the Nine Reversals Marrow Changing Pill’s value is secondary; the items for auction have been announced, and removing one unexpectedly would be difficult to account for to the major families, damaging Langya Pavilion’s reputation."
Recognizing the possible harshness in tone, Ling Taoran softened his manner, "I ask for the Pharmacist’s understanding; if any other treasures are needed, I, Ling, will do everything possible to find them for you."
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