Even the top apothecaries of the continent would find it difficult to discern the exact distribution of medicinal properties within a single breath of time!
Even if the young man before him was talented and willing to work hard, it was impossible for him to do so without at least eight to ten years... Ten days, what the heck?
More importantly...
What the heck is that awkward and bitter expression of yours?
The elder's eyes reddened, and he felt as if he was about to go berserk.
He was known as the number one apothecary of Great Salt City, and he had been in the apothecary profession for several hundred years. Yet, even he was unable to achieve such a feat. Yet, an eighteen -year-old young man was able to do it so easily, and he even had a bitter expression on his face.
Shouldn't I be the one who should be bitter?
Actually, Su Yin's expression couldn't be blamed. Back then, when Li Shihun imparted the knowledge of herbology to him, he told him to complete the analysis of medicinal properties within five days. In the end... he dragged it to ten days. More importantly, the 'Saint of Medicine' said that he could easily do it within three days!
This was also the reason why he felt that his aptitude was only average, and it was embarrassing.
It wasn't that he was a fool, but... from the moment he transmigrated to this world, he had been with the 36 Saints, and they had said that what they were imparting to him was the most basic knowledge. They even said that his aptitude was only average... Initially, he felt that something was amiss, but as time passed, he felt that what he had learned was nothing much.
Thus, even though he had left the forbidden grounds, he still hadn't realized what was going on.
...
Forbidden grounds.
The 36 Lingering Spirits appeared once more.
"That fellow has been out for several days now. I wonder if he has realized that he isn't trash, but one of the top geniuses in the myriad of worlds!"
"Given how intelligent he is, he should be able to figure it out soon. By then, we will really be embarrassed. Based on what he said, it would be... 'death by the society'!"
"We have no choice but to meet such a student. Putting everything aside, just in terms of distinguishing medicinal properties, it took me thirty years to achieve such a feat. This speed is already known as the number one in the myriad of worlds... Yet, that fellow actually managed to do it within ten days. If I didn't boast that he would be able to complete it within three days, do you think that I, as his teacher, would still have the face to impart my knowledge to him? Where would my prestige be? "
"Indeed. If that's the case, the dignity of a teacher will be lost! We were forced to do so … "
"Let's not talk about that anymore. Of the thirty-six occupations, we have kept the most crucial parts to ourselves. The Apothecary Saint has not imparted any treatment methods to him. The Sword Saint has not imparted any sword moves, only the method of chopping firewood. The Weapon Saint has only taught him how to forge pots and pans, but has never forged any weapons … Our actions are not to harm him, but to protect him! I hope he will understand in the future. "
"Not only can these skills not be imparted directly, they can't even be spoken of. Otherwise, it will definitely be discovered! He doesn't have the ability to protect himself right now. Nothing must happen to him! "
"Sigh, I don't know if it's too much pressure to bet on him … I hope he can pull through!"
"He should. I believe that he will succeed!"
Zhang Xuan's thoughts flickered, and after a brief exchange, he quickly disappeared once more.
If Su Yin were here, he would surely realize that he had been duped. However, he wasn't here, and he had no idea how formidable the things he had learned were. As the main character who had been duped, he couldn't help but scratch his head as he looked at the twitching face of the old man.
What was the meaning of this expression? Could it be that he also thinks that my talent is lacking?
"May I know which Apothecary Hall this young friend is working in?"
Suppressing the depression and frenzy in his heart, the old man couldn't help but ask.
There were only so many reputable Apothecary Halls in Great Salt City. Why hadn't he heard of such a formidable genius before?
Even though apothecaries had a high standing, to obtain more medicinal herbs and sell more pills, one had to have connections. Thus, Apothecary Halls were a small organization formed by a group of apothecaries.
Similar to the Law Club in Su Yin's previous life, there were specialized personnel in charge of serving and dealing with external affairs. On the other hand, a true apothecary only needed to focus on forging pills.
Upon hearing the question, Su Yin replied embarrassedly, "I have only learned medicinal theory. I don't know how to forge pills yet …"
"You don't know?"
The old man was taken aback for a moment before agitation filled his face. "Then … Are you interested in coming to our Shen Fei Apothecary Hall? As long as you are willing to learn pill forging, I can teach you anytime! "
"Shen Fei Apothecary Hall?"
"That's right. It's the number one Apothecary Hall in Great Salt City. There are 143 official apothecaries in there, and I am the head of the Apothecary Hall, which is … Shen Fei!"
The old man hurriedly said.
Identifying medicinal herbs was one of the most fundamental aspects of pill forging. Given how talented Zhang Xuan was, once he started learning, he would surely advance by leaps and bounds. By then, their Apothecary Hall would be able to make a name for itself.
Seeing that the person before him was a true apothecary and that he was going to impart pill forging to him, Su Yin hesitated for a moment before saying, "I would like to learn, but … I only have time during the day!"
The purpose of pill forging was to cultivate, so naturally, one had to leave sufficient time for the latter. Besides, given his unique identity, it was too dangerous for him to spend the night outside without sufficient strength.
"That's simple. As long as you are willing to come over, everything is negotiable …" Shen Fei hurriedly said.
"Thank you …" Not expecting the other party to be so enthusiastic, Su Yin accepted the other party's invitation politely.
"Little friend, you have a good grasp of medicinal theory. It would be our honor if you were to come to our Apothecary Hall!"
Seeing that the other party had agreed, Shen Fei heaved a sigh of relief. With a smile, he took out a jade token and passed it over. "I often come out to gather medicinal herbs, so I can't be in the Apothecary Hall all the time. If you don't see me, take this out and someone will come to receive you. They will arrange for you to learn pill forging as well!"
Su Yin hurriedly received the jade token.
After exchanging a few more words, Shen Fei told Zhang Xuan the exact location of the Apothecary Hall before turning around to leave.
Seeing that Shen Fei had left, Su Yin headed back to the Secluded Immortal Residence. Returning to the courtyard, Zhang Xuan cleaned the medicinal herbs he had gathered and took out the clay pot.
"With the addition of the Frigid Sun Grass, I can't use the previous formula anymore …"
The formula for treating pigs only used ordinary medicinal herbs. Now that he had a treasure like the Frigid Sun Grass, he had to redesign it.
"Preparing medicinal herbs …"
Placing the medicinal herbs in front of him, Zhang Xuan took a deep breath. In an instant, the medicinal properties of dozens of medicinal herbs appeared in his mind.
"If it's just for treating injuries …"
Surges of Saint Intent flowed out from Zhang Xuan's fingers, and soon, he had gathered dozens of medicinal herbs.
Some of these herbs were broken off, and some only had a few leaves left. They looked incomplete, but their medicinal properties were the best combination, not one bit more, not one bit less.
Zhang Xuan placed the medicinal herbs into the clay pot and lit it up. A moment later, a rich medicinal aroma drifted into the air and enveloped the entire courtyard. Countless plants and flowers desperately absorbed the medicinal aroma, causing them to grow faster and faster.
The Three Beasts were also enjoying the medicinal aroma.
Regardless of whether it was their master playing the zither, writing, or concocting medicinal herbs, there was a unique charm to it. Through careful observation, one would be able to comprehend it and grow stronger.
Su Yin didn't know that the medicinal herbs he was concocting would cause such a huge commotion. Soon, he finished brewing the medicinal herbs and walked to the room where The Great Demon was staying. Opening his mouth, he poured the medicinal herbs in.
Hu!
After consuming the medicinal herbs, the dark complexion of the Great Demon King gradually turned rosy.
"I should be able to recover soon. Since I'm free now, I should head to the Apothecary Hall to take a look. Perhaps, I might be able to forge even purer pills …"
He knew that it would take some time for the medicine to take effect. At this moment, it was still early. Su Yin smiled faintly and rode the donkey, immediately rushing in the direction of Great Salt City.
(Third update today. Where's the recommendation ticket?)
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