Chapter 228
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Chapter 228: Blood Flame Starlight Herb
The dark-red exotic herb spun in Ye Yun’s palm, giving off a gentle red glow.
White Xianxing raised an eyebrow, disbelief flashing in his eyes.
"Is this… the Blood Flame Starlight Herb?" Xiao Han blurted out, unable to contain his shock.
Both men stared in astonishment. The herb’s dark-red surface glittered with golden specks—the unmistakable mark of the Blood Flame Starlight Herb.
Ye Yun smiled. "You recognize it. Good. What do you think of this specimen?"
"The Blood Flame Starlight Herb! An actual Blood Flame Starlight Herb!" Xiao Han’s voice dropped to a harsh whisper. "This divine medicine refines the soul during the foundation establishment stage! A single stalk can push a newly-formed Foundation Establishment cultivator straight to the peak of the first level, ready to break through to the second layer!"
White Xianxing’s cheek twitched. "With this herb, advancing to the second layer of Foundation Establishment becomes risk-free. Such treasures are… almost unheard of."
Ye Yun studied their reactions. "What would you value this at?"
The two exchanged glances. White Xianxing finally spoke: "Not as rare as the Foundation Establishment Pill, but worth at least 50,000 Contribution Points."
"Agreed," Xiao Han nodded. "Though you’d get more through auction."
Ye Yun’s heartbeat quickened. He’d known the herb was valuable, but 50,000 Points? Advancing from first to second layer wasn’t particularly difficult—just required careful soul refinement. The real challenge lay in breaking through from the pinnacle of the Qi refining stage. No wonder Foundation Establishment Pills were prized.
His Thunder Sound Metamorphosis ring held twenty such herbs left by Hualun. That ancient soul must’ve stockpiled them for spiritual nourishment during his millennia-long vigil.
"Auctioning one herb seems troublesome," Ye Yun said, pocketing the plant. "I’ll sell directly after appraisal."
White Xianxing hesitated. "The appraisal office might value it higher."
"I’ll take it for 50,000 right now!" Xiao Han declared. "I’d sell my cauldron for this!"
White Xianxing opened his mouth, then closed it.
Ye Yun caught the exchange. They weren’t lying—the herb’s value hovered around 50,000, maybe slightly more.
"Shall we visit the appraisal office then?"
Xiao Han nodded. "Wise choice. This isn’t some 550-Point trinket we’re—"
"52,000!" White Xianxing interrupted.
Xiao Han wheeled on him, eyes blazing. "You forfeited when you hesitated! Where’s your honor?"
White Xianxing met the glare. "This herb… I need it. Not for profit—personal use."
"Refining soul energy won’t help her condition," Xiao Han snapped.
"Still… I must try."
After a long pause, Xiao Han sighed. "Take it then."
White Xianxing’s eyes flickered with gratitude.
Ye Yun watched, perplexed by their cryptic exchange.
"Brother Ye," White Xianxing turned to him, "Appraisal would value this around 55,000 minus fees. I offer 52,000—my entire savings."
"Who’s this ‘her’ you mentioned?" Ye Yun pressed.
White Xianxing shook his head. "My reasons are private. The offer stands."
Ye Yun chuckled lightly and said, "Very well, everyone has their secrets. Since Brother White shows such sincerity, I’ll sell it for fifty-two thousand Contribution Points."
As he spoke, red light flashed on the table, revealing a dark-red herb speckled with golden stars.
White Xianxing didn’t display the expected excitement. He stared at the Blood Flame Starlight Herb for a long moment before sighing. "My thanks, Brother Ye. Hand me your identity token for the transfer."
Without further questions, Ye Yun flicked his wrist, making his identity token appear on the table.
White Xianxing retrieved a worn token from his robe. His fingers danced over its surface, releasing a wisp of gentle light that flowed from his token to Ye Yun’s.
Fifty-two thousand one hundred points!
Ye Yun gripped his token, true qi surging through it. The instant confirmation of over fifty thousand Contribution Points brought a smile to his face. This single herb sale granted him entry to the Zang Wu Pavilion’s finest Celestial Techniques.
"Gentlemen," Ye Yun rose, nodding at the pair, "the hour grows late. Should you acquire any Thunder Spirit Qi aids, notify me regardless of cost." He strode from the Tiangyun Loft.
Xiao Han and White Xianxing escorted him out with utmost courtesy. To them, Ye Yun now resembled a Higher-ups’ disciple – overflowing with heavenly materials and Cultivation Techniques. Cultivating his favor might yield unimaginable future benefits.
After watching Ye Yun disappear into the Trading Market, the pair returned inside.
"Time to split the gains," Xiao Han rubbed his hands eagerly.
"What gains?" White Xianxing feigned ignorance.
"That herb’s worth over sixty thousand! Our teamwork remains flawless as ever." Xiao Han’s grin widened.
Their earlier rivalry had been pure theater. The veteran partners specialized in manipulating new market entrants, securing quality goods at favorable prices without violating the Heavenly Sword Sect’s anti-fraud laws – which protected novices from outright swindling.
Xiao Han scouted targets while White Xianxing played obstructionist, their tag-team securing advantageous deals. While Xiao Han knew herbs generally, White Xianxing understood precise valuations.
"I’m keeping this herb," White Xianxing declared, seating himself.
Xiao Han blinked. "For your sister? Her soul damage has left her insensate! Only a Breaking Spirit Pill could-"
"That pill’s as rare as phoenix tears. But these golden points…" White Xianxing caressed the herb’s stem. "They pierce the soul’s depths, stimulating awakening. This is her chance."
