Bai Xifeng decided not to waste any more time on pleasantries. She reached into her sleeve and quickly brought out a neatly written list of the specific herbs she was seeking to locate.
As she slid the paper across the table, Si Ji Huang leaned forward. His eyes scanned the document, and a flicker of genuine surprise crossed his handsome face as he realized the rarity of the items mentioned.
"You are seeking all the herbs on this particular list?" Si Ji Huang asked, his voice tinged with disbelief as he looked up at her.
"Yes. I have heard that the ingredients on this list are nearly impossible to acquire in the common markets. I am hoping that the Shanghai House can provide me with the actual herbs if you have them in stock elsewhere. However, if they are not currently available for purchase, I would like to buy the information regarding exactly where these herbs can be found in the wild." Bai Xifeng explained firmly.
Si Ji Huang carefully read through the names once more. He noticed that some were third-grade herbs, while others reached the elusive fourth grade. From a professional perspective, he immediately recognized that these specific ingredients were used to create potent cures for countless complex poisons, they could also be processed into high-level medicinal pills.
"Young Master Long, if you don't mind me asking, are you an alchemist or a pharmacist?" Si Ji Huang inquired, his gaze intensifying as he tried to gather more information about this mysterious young man.
"Well, I am essentially both. I am currently studying the arts under a master." Bai Xifeng replied with a confident nod.
She had agreed to adopt the dual identity of an alchemist and pharmacist, just as Baishe had previously suggested for her cover.
"I see. That is quite impressive for your age. May I inquire as to who your master might be?" Si Ji Huang probed, his curiosity clearly piqued.
"My apologies, but he prefers his identity to remain a secret." Bai Xifeng he stated simply.
Naturally, it was a lie, though if she really thought about it, Baishe was technically her master since she was learning everything under his guidance.
Si Ji Huang fell silent for a moment, his mind working quickly. He spotted a lucrative business opportunity standing right in front of him.
After some careful consideration, he looked at her and asked, "Young Master Long, do you already have a designated place to sell your finished products?"
"Sell my products?" Bai Xifeng tilted her head, acting slightly confused by the sudden change in topic.
"Yes. You could sell your pills or potions at our premier auction house. Under our standard agreement, eighty percent of the final sale price would be yours, while the remaining twenty percent would serve as the Shanghai House's commission." Si Ji Huang suggested smoothly.
Bai Xifeng's eyes widened for a brief moment. Money... she desperately needed more of it to fund her future plans. If she could secure a steady source of income while simultaneously establishing a strong relationship with the influential Shanghai House, it would be a massive advantage.
"And what about the auction fees?" Bai Xifeng asked cautiously. She was well aware that whenever an item was put up for auction, there were usually various administrative fees that needed to be settled.
Si Ji Huang's smile widened. He was increasingly impressed that a young man of his apparent age was so well-versed in the rules of trade.
"For a partner of your potential, those fees would be entirely absorbed by our side." Si Ji Huang explained, offering her a very generous deal.
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