Translator: AnubisTL
Refining the medicinal power of a Jade Bone Pill took approximately one day. To maximize the pill's effectiveness, Li Qing consumed only one per day, waiting until its power was completely refined before taking the next.
These pills were rare and painstakingly refined; Li Qing dared not treat them like candy.
After consuming four Jade Bone Pills, Li Qing felt his bones beginning to transform into a jade-like state. The medicinal power was remarkably potent!
"Excellent! Four Jade Bone Pills have already produced such miraculous effects. Consuming two hundred should completely transform my bones into jade bones," Li Qing murmured, carefully sensing the changes within himself. His bones had become noticeably tougher, and his fleshly body's strength had slightly increased.
Though the improvement was modest, it was significant considering Li Qing's physique already rivaled that of a fifth-tier demonic beast. Further enhancement at this level was exceedingly difficult.
Based on the feedback from his fleshly body, Li Qing determined that once his bones fully transformed into jade bones, he should attain a peak-stage fifth-tier fleshly body, potentially even rivaling sixth-tier savage beast comparable to those in the void refinement realm.
Of course, this applied only to savage beast, not the demon race.
The former relied primarily on raw physical strength, while the demon race possessed not only formidable fleshly bodies but also access to divine abilities and cultivation techniques.
To draw an analogy, savage beast were like human body refiners without spiritual roots, while demon races were like cultivators with spiritual roots who also cultivated their fleshly bodies.
Just as Li Qing was about to consume another Jade Bone Pill to further strengthen his fleshly body, a voice called out from outside his cave abode:
"Fellow Daoist, I am the manager of the Golden Abundance Trading Company in the city. I've come to inquire whether you still intend to consign your bone arrow for auction?"
Hearing this, Li Qing paused, suddenly recalling the matter he had agreed to some time ago.
Time in the spirit realm flowed differently. Though only about two months had passed here, it was equivalent to over a year in the lower realm. Having recently ascended, Li Qing's sense of time remained somewhat hazy. Moreover, he had been so engrossed in refining the Jade Bone Pill that he had almost completely forgotten about the auction.
Li Qing quickly rose and personally went to greet the visitor outside his cave abode.
"Ah, Fellow Daoist from the Golden Abundance Trading Company! I've been so immersed in cultivation lately that I nearly forgot about this matter." Li Qing clasped his hands in a fist salute, his face full of apology. "My deepest apologies for the oversight."
Outside the cave abode stood a middle-aged man with a calm expression and two long, neatly trimmed mustaches. He showed no sign of displeasure at Li Qing's forgetfulness.
"Fellow Daoist Li, there's no need to apologize. Our agreement was merely verbal, so it's perfectly fine if you change your mind."
"I came primarily to confirm this matter, which will put my mind at ease."
Hearing these sincere words, Li Qing nodded. "I still intend to consign the item to the auction. How much time remains until the auction begins?"
The manager of the Golden Abundance Trading Company nodded. "Less than a month remains. The auction will be held in the Giant Spirit Race's royal city. You should prepare to depart as soon as possible. Our company will dispatch a contingent to the Giant Spirit Royal City tomorrow. If you plan to consign the item, you can travel with us."
After a moment's contemplation, Li Qing produced a Jade Bone Pill and handed it to the manager.
"Oh? A medicinal pill?"
"Fellow Daoist Li, may I ask what kind of pill this is and what its effects are?"
The manager of the Golden Abundance Trading Company raised an eyebrow as he accepted the Jade Bone Pill. His sharp gaze swept over the pill, which glowed with a faint reddish luster.
Li Qing smiled and explained, "This pill is called the Jade Bone Pill. It strengthens one's bones and tendons. With sufficient dosage, it can even transform one's bones into jade bone."
"Even a fifth-tier body refiner can benefit from this pill!"
The manager of the Golden Abundance Trading Company's eyes lit up at these words.
If it's truly effective for fifth-tier body refiner, this is no ordinary pill. He knew that many body refiners in the city were stuck at the fourth and fifth tiers, unable to advance further.
Sixth-Tier Body Refiners were practically legendary figures, rarely seen in the history of Profound Ancient City.
The human race's bloodline ultimately couldn't compare to those of demon races and savage beast, limiting their potential. Unless they consumed rare heavenly materials and earthly treasures, the fourth and fifth tiers represented the lifetime limit for most body refiners.
The path of body refinement demanded immense resources and innate aptitude, making it difficult to pursue even in the spirit realm, where spiritual objects were abundant.
"Based solely on your claims, fellow daoist, I cannot yet verify the pill's efficacy. I must take it back to the trading company for our appraisers to examine."
Li Qing had no objection. He had intended to gift the pill to them from the moment he presented it.
"Of course, no problem at all. I'll gift this Jade Bone Pill to you, fellow daoist."
"Once you've confirmed its efficacy, I plan to auction off a batch at the upcoming auction. Would that be permissible?"
Such magnanimous actions and words convinced the manager from the Golden Abundance Trading Company that the Jade Bone Pill Li Qing had presented was indeed as potent as he claimed, likely within eighty to ninety percent accuracy.
"My name is Si Kong. This is my authorization token from the Golden Abundance Trading Company. You may come to our branch in the city before noon tomorrow. We can discuss the auction details while we prepare to depart for Giant Spirit Royal City."
"Fellow Daoist Si, please proceed as you wish!" Li Qing nodded with a smile.
After Si Kong left, Li Qing returned to his cave abode, gathered his belongings, and patiently awaited the next day's arrival.
As the long day passed, Li Qing ventured into the city under the scorching sun to reach the Golden Abundance Trading Company's branch.
Located in the city's central district, the company's building was grand and opulent, its magnificence immediately setting it apart from ordinary establishments.
Li Qing studied the plaque bearing the company's name for a moment before stepping inside and presenting the authorization token Si Kong had given him the previous day.
Soon, he was escorted to a VIP chamber, where he was greeted by Si Kong's beaming face.
"Hahaha, Fellow Daoist Li, your timing is perfect! Our company is about to depart for Giant Spirit Royal City."
"By the way, Fellow Daoist Li, how many Jade Bone Pills are you planning to consign for auction this time?"
Li Qing smiled mysteriously and held up two fingers.
"Two hundred pills?" Si Kong's eyes lit up even brighter, taking on the shrewd look of a seasoned merchant.
Li Qing coughed a few times. "Ahem, twenty pills. I don't have that many Jade Bone Pills on hand right now."
"After the auction, once the Jade Bone Pill's reputation spreads, I'll gradually consign more pills to your trading company."
(End of the Chapter)
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