Chapter 5 - Flipping The Table

Chapter 5 - Flipping The Table

When Master Huo exclaimed those words, the entire room began to tremble as his aura turned into an air current, sweeping out and knocking the fruits off the table.

Liu Wuxie had brought a watered-down version of the Heavenly Spirit Pill formula, which was only a fraction of the original in effectiveness. Even so, it was still one of the best pills in Azure Billow City.

As for its effects, the formula explained it in detail. It was better than any other pill on the market, but what amazed Master Hou was that the herbs needed for refining this pill cost only one-tenth of the second-grade Heart Nourishing Pill. The pill used ordinary ingredients that were easy to find in the market, like the Cockscomb Grass, which grew everywhere.

“You are very bold to come here with a fake formula. But considering this is your first time, I will forgive your mistake. Leave at once, or you will regret it.”

Master Hou’s eyes flashed with greed, but he quickly concealed it. He knew he could become a three-star alchemist if he mastered the refining method for the Heavenly Spirit Pill. Then he would have a chance to be transferred to Imperial City, the heart of all cultivators. As for Azure Billow City, it was just a drop in the ocean compared to the entire Great Yan Dynasty.

His motive for accusing Liu Wuxie of bringing a fake formula was clear. He was greedy and wanted to keep the formula for himself, so he didn’t mind betraying Liu Wuxie. As for the formula, he was sure he could refine it with a month of research.

Lei Tao was puzzled because he knew Master Huo well enough to know he would either walk away or fight back if the formula was wrong. So he couldn’t understand how this formula was so valuable that a two-star alchemist would stoop so low to frame Liu Wuxie.

Liu Wuxie performed a slow-paced and insulting clap with mockery in his eyes. He naturally noticed the glint of greed that flashed across Master Hou’s eyes earlier.

“The Treasure Pill Pavilion has given me the experience to broaden my horizon after witnessing your disgusting face.”

Master Huo’s face turned from red to green with Liu Wuxie’s mocking words, looking embarrassed. Even Lei Tao lowered his head with shame.

“Brat, you’re courting death by deceiving us with a fake pill formula after injuring our staff!” Master Huo flipped the table, unleashing a powerful aura that made his clothes flutter. He planned to overpower Liu Wuxie first and then find an excuse to accuse him and take the pill formula. Even if Liu Wuxie made a big fuss, who would trust the words of the useless son-in-law?

“Kill me? You?” Liu Wuxie sneered, staring straight at Master Huo without flinching. His sharp gaze pierced Master Huo’s soul like two swords, causing him to stagger. He almost collapsed because of Liu Wuxie’s gaze, which felt like it could see through anything.

“I can save you, but I don’t need your wealth. I came to the Treasure Pill Pavilion with the sole purpose of doing business with you.”

He knew the Heavenly Spirit Pill would bring him a fortune once it was ready, but he was unwilling to let anyone take the helm. He wanted to have complete control over it.

“Pray tell, how do you want us to cooperate with you?” Master Huo’s anxiety and eagerness left Lei Tao speechless. Was this still the same two-star alchemist he knew? Master Huo was no different from a dog wagging his tail now, and he was only one step away from going down on his knees to lick the soles of Liu Wuxie’s shoes.

“Do you have the authority to make that decision?” Liu Wuxie’s mockery was like a resounding slap in Master Huo’s face. But he could only bear it down and even give up his dignity to survive.

Lei Tao averted his eyes from the scene, feeling his world shaken. Liu Wuxie had not only wounded a dozen of the Treasure Pill Pavilion’s servants and a manager in the main hall. He also revealed a mysterious formula and diagnosed Master Huo’s illness, making Master Huo beg for his mercy. How could this be the same Xu Clan’s trash that everyone despised?

“The Pavilion Master isn’t in Azure Billow City, and I can decide regarding the cooperation you’re talking about,” Master Huo said, turning to look at Lei Tao.

Lei Tao maintained his silence and did not express his opinion because Master Huo did have that qualification.

Liu Wuxie wasn’t in a hurry to negotiate the terms of cooperation and asked Master Huo to bring him a set of silver needles. He wanted to treat Master Huo’s condition first, and his hands moved swiftly like the wind. He inserted the needles into Master Huo’s solar plexus acupuncture points, and they vibrated slightly, causing a faint humming noise.

As Liu Wuxie inserted more needles into Master Huo’s acupuncture points, Lei Tao’s face changed. The Liu Wuxie, from his memory, was a wastrel who knew nothing except having fun.

When all the needles pierced Master Huo’s major acupuncture points, he felt a warm sensation spreading from his feet to his whole body. The dull pain in his chest slowly faded away, and he couldn’t help but feel thrilled.

“Your condition is too deeply rooted in your body, and you need five treatments to eradicate it,” Liu Wuxie said, pulling out the silver needles without a trace of emotion on his face.

Liu Wuxie could treat Master Huo in one go, but his effort would go down the drain if Master Huo turned his back after being cured.

“Thank you, Young Master Liu. I won’t forget your grace, and do look for me if you need my help in the future.” Master Huo’s attitude changed into a completely different person from before.

“No need to thank me. Let’s discuss our cooperation now,” Liu Wuxie interrupted Master Huo with a wave. The power dynamics in this room had shifted dramatically, with Liu Wuxie taking the lead. But what amazed them even more, was the superior temperament that Liu Wuxie exuded.