The father and son chatted for a long time, mostly with Hu Wei Cai speaking and Hu Gu Zhu listening. Some things were written in the letter, but it feels different when spoken out by the grandson in person. Hu Gu Zhu could tell that his grandson had a much happier time at Tianfu Academy than at Cuiyan Valley. Hu Gu Zhu couldn't find the words to persuade him to return to Cuiyan Valley.
Little Fatty seemed to have found the feeling of being loved by his grandfather again, and he told his grandfather about everything he had experienced, except for one thing - the improvement of his spiritual root purity. This matter was not only significant, but also should not be revealed by him first.
Gu Yao and the other three stayed with Hu Gu Zhu day and night. First, Hu Wei Cai communicated with his grandfather, then Gu Yao discussed recent alchemy insights with Hu Gu Zhu. They refused to be disturbed in the middle.
There were many forces in Tianshui Market observing the relationship between Gu Yao and Hu Gu Zhu. Some people felt that the rumors might have been exaggerated. The news came from Tianfu Academy, so perhaps the academy was trying to save face.
Now that Gu Yao had not been seen leaving the temporary residence in Cuiyan Valley for a long time, it goes without saying that he was kept by Hu Gu Zhu for discussions and exchanges. Who could say that Hu Gu Zhu did not value Gu Yao? Just think about how many big shots had sought an audience with Hu Gu Zhu since he arrived at Tianshui Market. Gu Yao could easily enter with a token, and there were fewer people in the market badmouthing him.
This is not a peaceful era where you can say whatever you want. If you unfortunately run into the main character who has a bad temper, he can easily turn you into ashes with a wave of his hand.
All these had nothing to do with Gu Yao. He was discussing a kind of pill with Hu Gu Zhu, which was the one he had spent the longest time researching after his cultivation. They had already discussed it in their correspondence with each other, and now the finished product was made, but it had not been publicly released yet.
At first, Little Fatty stood behind his grandfather with his chubby and tender face. Later, Tian Fei Rong beckoned him over and they started talking on the side. Seeing how engrossed his grandfather and Gu Yao were in their conversation, they completely forgot about the matters around them. Chi Changye sat on a chair on the side, holding his sword, and remained still for several hours, like he was in deep meditation.
Hu Gu Zhu directly threw the whole pill into his mouth, carefully savoring and discerning its effects within his body. Although the effects achieved by his cultivation were limited, he said, "Not bad, not bad. After a few revisions, the effects of this pill are quite good. It can indeed cleanse the poison and can be taken continuously. Has our young friend given this pill a name? Are you planning to promote it? I can assist you, if you'd like."
Based on his insight, Gu Yao's research on this pill was not for personal gain. He had entrusted the previous Hong Xuan Dan formula to Tianfu Academy for handling, and this pill was even more suitable for the general public. The spiritual herbs used were not rare and precious.
"I think we can call it Qing Chen Dan. It wouldn't be good if it is named the same as the Cleansing Dust Pill." Originally, Gu Yao wanted to name it the Cleansing Dust Pill, but later he discovered that there was already a pill with the same name, and it was more advanced compared to the pill he researched. It cleansed not the dust in the body, but the dust on the spiritual platform and soul.
"Not bad!" Hu Guzhu clapped his hands, "This name is simple and clear, making it easy for people to understand the purpose of the pill."
"Let's jointly launch the Qingchen Pill with Cuiyan Valley and our Tianfu Academy," Gu Yao continued, "With just my own power, I'm afraid it won't be convincing enough. Perhaps a pill master can develop a more perfect pill formula based on the Qingchen Pill."
"Hahaha, great!" Hu Guzhu laughed heartily. He had indeed not misjudged Gu Yao. Not only was he talented and intelligent, but he also had a rare open-mindedness. He was worthy of all pill masters to learn from. If everyone was like him, why worry about the stagnation of pill techniques?
After discussing matters, Gu Yao handed the revised pill formula to Hu Guzhu and prepared to take his leave. Hu Guzhu only snapped out of his pill frenzy state at this moment and immediately turned his gaze to the chubby boy. He once again neglected his grandson when he started talking about pills. Now he realized that the time they spent together was too short.
The chubby boy had also come to understand that without his grandfather's dedication, pill techniques might not have reached such a high level. Moreover, he was no longer a child who needed constant companionship from his elders. "Grandfather, I'll go with Gu Yao and the others. Don't worry, I will write letters to you regularly. Take care, grandfather."
Hu Guzhu sighed, "Alright, my young friend, I will trouble you to take care of my grandson."
"Certainly, no problem," Gu Yao smiled. At this time, Chi Changye also snapped out of his meditation mode, stood up, nodded to Hu Guzhu, and left with Tian Feirong and the chubby boy. The chubby boy once again put on his mask, restoring his unremarkable appearance.
Five days later, Hu Guzhu released a news that he would cooperate with Gu Yao to launch the Qingchen Pill led by Gu Yao's research. The main effect of the Qingchen Pill was to eliminate the pill toxins caused by excessive consumption of pills. It could be reused and targeted all Qi refining cultivators below the foundation building stage. In the future, an upgrade version of the Qingchen Pill for foundation building cultivators will be released, bringing blessings to all cultivators.
Interested parties could go to the temporary residence of Cuiyan Valley and Tianfu Academy in the market to purchase it.
As soon as the news spread, it caused a commotion in the entire market. Could the Qingchen Pill really remove the pill toxins from the body? What was the price of the Qingchen Pill, and could ordinary cultivators afford it? Was the Qingchen Pill really developed by Gu Yao and not Hu Guzhu? How is that possible? How much influence does Gu Yao have to make Cuiyan Valley submit? Moreover, Gu Yao has also developed pills before. Was the previous Hongxuan Pill a fake? It was also personally identified by Hu Guzhu. The same goes for this time.
No matter how much doubt existed in the cultivators' hearts, after the news came out, the cultivators in the market divided into two groups. One group headed towards Tianfu Academy, while the other rushed to the temporary residence of Cuiyan Valley. Once they got their hands on the pill, they would know its effectiveness. After all, they couldn't risk eating something that would kill them.
Those merchants are even more eager to move when they hear about it. They see tremendous business opportunities in it. The formula belongs to Guyao. If they can obtain the exclusive operation right of this pill, they can sit and wait for the Spiritual Stones. Tell me, which cultivator doesn't have the residual toxicity left behind by taking pills? Having a Cleansing Pill in hand is enough to earn countless Spiritual Stones, and it can be reused.
So most of these merchants rushed to Tianfu Academy as soon as possible. As long as what Hu Gu said is true, the formula was obtained by Guyao. The only one who can be the master of the formula is Guyao himself. Hu Gu doesn't look like someone who stole someone else's formula.
Jiang Yan and Lu Qiusheng didn't expect that Guyao would make such a big move. Although they have been continuously supplying Guyao with a lot of materials in the past two years, Guyao himself has also collected various rare flowers and plants by going to Qiujue Mountain Range. They thought that Guyao used them to enhance his own pill refining skills. They didn't expect that he would cause such a big stir.
They were also quite happy. The Cleansing Pill is indeed a blessing for many cultivators because if the toxic energies accumulate, it will slow down cultivation speed and hinder the flow of spiritual energy. The higher one goes, the more difficult it becomes to make progress. When Guyao told them about the effects of Cleansing Pill, both of them couldn't wait to try it and experience the effect of the pill.
Guyao handed over the agency rights of his pill to the Star Moon Trading Company, mainly because he found it troublesome. Even with Tian Feirong and Xiaopangzi, their power is limited, and it is difficult to handle a large number of cultivators outside. Moreover, some of the merchants have strong backgrounds.
Jiang Yan laughed and cried, "Junior Brother Guyao is really... he didn't say anything in advance, leaving people unprepared. It's too sudden. No wonder every time I go to his place, I see his pill refining room filled with all kinds of equipment. He must be doing his research."
Other alchemists in the initial stage usually follow in the footsteps of their predecessors carefully and dare not make any mistakes. Even so, their progress is slow. But Guyao not only has high talent but also has a much bolder attitude. He dares to experiment and research everything. It is said that the previous pill furnace exploded and was destroyed in the process of his experiment.
It is said that Gu Yao has always insisted on body cultivation. Now Jiang Yan has a thought that Gu Yao insists on body cultivation because he often faces the blast furnace, so he needs to improve his physical strength. Ordinary alchemists cannot cope with occasional explosions.
This is the first time Lu Qiusheng has praised a cultivator so much. "I knew Little Gu Junior Brother was not simple, but I didn't expect him to make such a big noise without a word. Look at the students, they all look at Little Gu Junior Brother as if he's a god."
Although Chi Changye has stronger strength and is a great killer on the battlefield, it is obvious that the respect for Gu Yao in the academy is still greater than that for Chi Changye. Being able to refine pills is impressive. It makes him want to try it too. Maybe he also has talent in this area?
"Jiang Senior Brother, how do we handle these posts?" A person in charge of the Star Moon Chamber of Commerce brought a stack of posts with a mournful face. It's really difficult for them. In the past, it was difficult for these people to even have a chance to meet, but now they are begging and offering gifts. It was initially a pleasant surprise, but now it has become horrifying. If not handled well, it feels like stabbing a hornet's nest.
Lu Qiusheng walked over and flipped through a few casually, saying, "How to handle it? Just leave it like this. Let nobody see them, that's the fairest to them. Little Gu Junior Brother has already said that Qingchen Pill will be handed over to us, the representatives of the Star Moon Chamber of Commerce. In the future, anyone who wants Qingchen Pill can buy it from our chamber of commerce or the pill shops under the Cuiyan Valley."
Jiang Yan nodded in agreement. Although Qiusheng's approach seemed casual, this was the result they wanted. "Just spread the news. The supply of pills will increase in the next few days, but it will still be limited. After this wave of popularity passes, there will be no need. The Star Moon Chamber of Commerce will accept large orders from other businesses."
At present, it is not possible. The cultivators in Xiangfang City are all queuing up for the Qingchen Pill. Their needs must be met first. Although they respect Gu Yao, if the Star Moon Chamber of Commerce dares to accept large orders from outside, those cultivators might unite and flatten the Tianfu Academy.
When Gu Yao just returned from Hu Guzhu and mentioned this matter, Jiang Yan immediately mobilized a group of alchemists from the academy and the branch of the chamber of commerce outside. Fortunately, these pills are intermediate-level, which can be refined by intermediate-level alchemists. Otherwise, it would be impossible to meet the demand outside.
And there is also the diversion from Cuiyan Valley, so although the pressure is great, it is not impossible to sustain.