Wen Xue was a receptionist at the front desk of the Apothecary Guild. Her greatest wish was to become an apothecary, but due to her lack of talent, she couldn't even become an apprentice apothecary despite taking the examination several times.
Helpless, she could only work at the front desk while studying diligently.
The position of a receptionist didn't seem like much, but in reality, her income wasn't too bad. She would receive a commission from the pills she sold. Even though it wasn't much, the more pills she sold, the more benefits she would receive. In a year, her income was at least five to six times that of others in the same job!
However, even though her income wasn't bad, she didn't want to stay for a single day longer. It wasn't because the job was difficult, but... because of her looks.
She was in her twenties, the prime of her life. Furthermore, her parents had bestowed her with a beautiful face. Even though it wasn't hard to find, it could be considered as one in a hundred!
Originally, being beautiful was a good thing. Any woman should be proud of it. However, it was different here. She had to show her face in public. Every day, there would be countless young masters of aristocratic families deliberately coming over to strike up a conversation and make all kinds of outrageous requests.
There were even a few who would pester her daily, using all kinds of tricks, leaving her extremely frustrated.
However, as a receptionist, she couldn't possibly chase them away. If she were to do so, they would just have to say that they were here to buy something and she would be in trouble!
"Let's hope that those shameless flies don't come today!"
Muttering to herself, she tidied up her clothes and stood at the front desk with a smile. Then, she saw a young man walking in.
This young man didn't look too old, probably below twenty. However, his skin was well maintained, smooth and exquisite, even better than hers.
"Mister, may I know what you need?"
Revealing a professional smile, Wen Xue turned to look at him.
"Do you... sell books here? I mean those regarding the effects of pills that can awaken unique constitutions! "The young man asked.
This person was none other than Zhang Xuan.
His previous self had never been here before, so he didn't know the exact situation here. Thus, he could only ask the receptionist.
"If you wish to buy books, please head to the bookstore. This is the Apothecary Guild!"
Hearing the other party's words, the smile on Wen Xue's face dimmed. Her complexion turned awful.
If you want to strike up a conversation, can't you be more professional?
Coming to the Apothecary Guild to buy books... Why don't you buy shoes from a restaurant?
"No, I'm here to look for books on the effects of pills. There's definitely none in the library!" Not noticing the sudden change in the girl's attitude, Zhang Xuan pondered for a moment before replying.
Pretend, I'll just quietly watch you pretend!
Wen Xue crossed her arms in front of her chest, her eyes cold.
Seeing that the other party was silent, Zhang Xuan thought that the other party didn't understand what he was trying to say. Thus, he continued explaining, "I am looking for a pill that can stimulate one's unique constitution, but I don't know what kind of medicine is suitable for it. Thus, I wish to look through the books on it. Do you have any of them here? You can sell me a few of them, or … lend them to me to take a look!"
"I told you I didn't!"
I ignored you, but you're still so excited?
Buying books, borrowing books … Trying to fool a girl with such an old story?
Wen Xue was certain that this fellow in front of her was here to cause trouble, and was purposely drawing her attention.
Otherwise, who would come to the Apothecary Guild to buy books? Wasn't this just asking for a beating?
At this moment, Zhang Xuan could also see that the other party's attitude was not good, and he couldn't help but feel strange.
He didn't offend the other party, so why did he have such an expression?
"It might be menopause!" Shaking his head, Zhang Xuan didn't think much of it. As a civilized and thoughtful transcender, he couldn't be bothered to bicker with a woman.
If Wen Xue were to know what he was thinking, she would definitely die from anger.
I am only twenty, alright? You are just in menopause …
"How about this, your Apothecary Guild should have a book collection vault, right? Can you bring me there to take a look?"
Knowing that it was impossible to explain himself, Zhang Xuan pondered for a moment and came up with an idea.
Regardless of whether it was the Teacher Guild or the Apothecary Guild, they provided convenience for these unique occupations. Thus, there was bound to be a separate book collection vault for these unique occupations to study and improve themselves.
Since the other party wasn't willing to sell books, as long as he could enter the book collection vault to take a look, the problem would be solved.
"Book collection vault? You want to enter the book collection vault? "
Seeing that the fellow's request was getting more and more ridiculous, Wen Xue couldn't hold it in anymore. "If you aren't going to buy the pill, please leave!"
"Why? Your book collection vault doesn't allow anyone to enter? Just tell me how much it costs, it's not as if I'm not paying! "Zhang Xuan was displeased.
Was there something wrong with this woman?
He was only here to ask about it, but it was as though he had swallowed gunpowder.
Hearing the other party's arrogant attitude of a scion who viewed money as dirt, Wen Xue felt even more annoyed. "So what if you are rich! Can you do anything just because you have money? Let me tell you, the Apothecary Guild does have a book collection vault, and it is divided into basic and advanced tiers. Even for the basic tier, only apprentice apothecaries are allowed to enter. Are you an apothecary? Are you an apprentice apothecary? "
"Apprentice apothecary?"
Zhang Xuan was taken aback for a moment before coming to a realization.
He didn't know much about the Apothecary Guild, but he did know a little about the academy. Students had their own book collection vault, and teachers had theirs. Especially for the latter, those who weren't qualified as a teacher wouldn't be allowed to enter.
Otherwise, if everyone were to enter and browse through the books, what secrets would there be?
Furthermore, it was one thing for one to browse through the books, but if one were to stumble upon a good cultivation technique and cultivate it recklessly, resulting in one's cultivation going berserk, who would be responsible for that?
It was probably the same for the Apothecary Guild. The book collection vault was divided into basic and advanced tiers, and only those who had reached a certain level were allowed to browse through it. This was to prevent people from being greedy, and at the same time, to ensure that the secret manuals wouldn't leak out.
"Apprentice apothecary … I'm not. Can anyone take the examination?"
He was just an ordinary teacher, and he had never learned pill forging before. Naturally, it was impossible for him to be an apprentice apothecary. However, everything was subject to examination. In order to become a master teacher, one had to gain more knowledge.
"Examination? You want to take the apprentice apothecary examination? " Wen Xue was certain that the other party was trying to strike up a conversation with her, and her heart was already burning with rage. Seeing how the other party was putting on an act and saying that he wanted to take the apprentice apothecary examination, she couldn't hold herself back any longer. "Alright! There's an examination venue over there, I'll bring you there right now! "
Aren't you pretending?
I'll bring you there right now, let's see if you can continue pretending!
Even though it was just an apprentice apothecary examination, it was similar to a master teacher's apprentice. One would have to go through a series of tests, assessing one's knowledge and foundation. She had been taking the examination for several years now, but she was still unable to pass it. You are just a profligate who only knows how to seduce girls. you have never attended any apprentice classes, read any books on medicinal herbs or pill forging, and yet you want to take the examination?
You must be joking!
Hmph, if I don't embarrass you on the spot and expose your true colors, you might think that I'm a gullible person!
Wen Xue pouted and harrumphed coldly in her heart.
"There's one over there?"
"Why? You don't dare to go? "
Wen Xue sneered coldly.
"Ah? Sure! " Seeing the other party acting as though she had eaten gunpowder, Zhang Xuan shook his head. Just as he was about to follow her over, he suddenly turned to look at her awkwardly. "What is the content of the apprentice apothecary examination? Do you need to read any books? "
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