Chapter 243 - 142: The Classification of Elixirs, The Gate to a New World_2

Published Mar 30, 2026, 07:48 AM

Chapter 243: Chapter 142: The Classification of Elixirs, The Gate to a New World_2 "Asheng, where did you get this Demonic Blood Beast meat? You wouldn’t have..." Gu Erniu didn’t know the true extent of Gu Sheng’s skills. In his mind, only people like Gu Jingang in Gu’s Manor could handle a Demonic Blood Beast. He asked out of fear that Gu Sheng might take a wrong step and incur punishment from Gu Jingang and the others. Gu Erniu’s family treated Gu Sheng quite well. Although the meat they had given him previously wasn’t worth much, it was akin to providing coal during snowfall—a gesture laden with kindness. Gu Sheng spoke softly, "Erniu bro, rest assured, this was hunted by me personally. I did not steal it." Gu Erniu’s eyes widened in surprise. "You hunted it?" With only six or seven hours left until dawn, Gu Sheng had little time. He couldn’t explain too much to Gu Erniu, so he merely patted him on the shoulder and spoke. "Erniu bro, Demonic Blood Beast meat is effective for body refining. Cook it for Xiao Wan to eat—it’ll greatly benefit his cultivation in the future. Aside from that, you and your wife can also eat some. However, since neither of you has practiced foundational methods like Pile Work, your bodies are weak. Eating too much might cause adverse reactions. You two should eat only one slice every three days." "This beast’s meat is not comparable to ordinary meat. Hide it well and don’t let outsiders know, so as to avoid attracting unnecessary attention." After giving some brief instructions, Gu Sheng effortlessly pushed back the heavy cabinet that Gu Erniu had struggled with, then left after unlocking the door latch. After Gu Sheng departed, Gu Erniu immediately coated the meat with some seasoning to cover the smell and quickly hid it away. Meanwhile, Gu Sheng returned home, retrieved a prepared wooden box, and sneaked into the night, heading toward Canghe County. On his way, he noticed members of the Black Sand Gang. To save time, Gu Sheng didn’t engage them but relied on the Snake Breath Skill to take a brief detour. Upon arriving at Canghe County, Gu Sheng easily avoided the guards, scaled the walls, and entered the city. Familiar with the route, he arrived at a courtyard and lightly knocked on the door knocker. A few breaths later, Ding An opened the door, still half-asleep. Upon seeing Gu Sheng, Ding An immediately became alert. Having spent years by Ge Qing’s side, Ding An’s awareness was far beyond ordinary men. He sensed that the contents of the wooden box on Gu Sheng’s back were extraordinary. "Lord Li Hu! What brings you here so late at night?" Ding An didn’t open the door to let Gu Sheng in. Although he couldn’t defeat Gu Sheng, Ding An showed no signs of panic. After all, this was Master Ge’s residence. Anyone daring to act recklessly here was simply "lighting a lantern in an outhouse—seeking death." Gu Sheng cupped his hands toward Ding An and said, "I have come late at night with an urgent matter for Master Ge. To be frank, inside the box I carry is the blood and bones of a Demonic Blood Beast. May I trouble Manager Ding to inform him." "Demonic Blood Beast’s blood and bones?" Ding An’s pupils instantly widened, his face filled with shock. Demonic Blood Beasts were incredibly valuable. Ge Qing often sought their materials, but the results were minimal. For instance, this year, they hadn’t received any for nearly a year. Without replenishment, Master Ge’s alchemic inventory was on the verge of running out. Ding An understood the importance of the situation. He reminded, "Lord Li Hu, please wait a moment. I’ll report this right away." With that, he closed the door, and the sound of footsteps faded away. A few minutes later, Ding An returned, opened the door, and welcomed Gu Sheng inside. "Lord Li Hu, please, Master Ge is waiting for you in the same meeting room as last time!" Gu Sheng entered to find Ge Qing sitting at a table brewing tea. Ge Qing was dressed in a loose white robe, giving off an air of otherworldly refinement and mystery. Ge Qing’s identity was enigmatic, his strength profound. Even though Gu Sheng had advanced to the Bronze Bone Realm, standing before Ge Qing felt like standing before a vast ocean—immeasurably deep. Placing the box down, Gu Sheng respectfully cupped his hands toward Ge Qing. "I greet Master Ge. I apologize for visiting at this late hour." Ge Qing poured and sipped his tea, chuckling. "I’ve heard you brought along Demonic Blood Beast blood and bones. Though I do accept such materials, I must insist on certain standards—the blood ratio mustn’t be too low." Although Gu Sheng wasn’t certain about the Sharp Fang Blood Tiger’s blood ratio, based on its strength, it likely met Ge Qing’s requirements. Without further ado, Gu Sheng took out three large jars filled with tiger blood and a tray holding the heart. Originally calm and composed, Ge Qing’s expression stiffened, and a peculiar glint flashed in his eyes. Putting down his teacup, Ge Qing picked up the heart, which still pulsed faintly, and examined it closely. After a moment, he placed the heart back on the tray and asked, "Did this beast have blood-red fur all over its body?" Gu Sheng’s opinion of Ge Qing rose dramatically upon hearing this question. 𝓯𝓻𝓮𝙚𝙬𝓮𝙗𝒏𝙤𝒗𝙚𝙡.𝒄𝒐𝓶 Being able to deduce the appearance of the Sharp Fang Blood Tiger merely from its heart demonstrated Ge Qing’s extraordinary insight! Gu Sheng nodded. "Correct. I’ll trouble Master Ge to assess whether this beast’s blood ratio meets the requirements for refining Bone Protecting Pills. If not, I’ll take it back and cook it—it won’t go to waste." Ge Qing couldn’t help but burst into laughter. "Young man, you surely jest! This Sharp Fang Blood Tiger carries the bloodline of the Flame Wing Blood Tiger." "Even among true Demon Beasts, Flame Wing Blood Tigers are celebrated as fierce creatures. Such beings, even with just a trace of their bloodline, are far more precious than low-grade bloodline beasts." Hearing this, Gu Sheng’s heart filled with joy. From Ge Qing’s words, it became clear that Demonic Beast bloodlines were also ranked, and the Sharp Fang Blood Tiger’s bloodline was extraordinarily rare! Gu Sheng opened the box, revealing it brimming with tiger bones. "Master Ge, how many Bone Protecting Pills can be refined from this blood and these bones?" Ge Qing’s hands emitted a strange energy that instantly dissolved the bloodstains on his fingers, as snow would melt under the scorching sun. This display of skill was something Gu Sheng had never seen before, causing his pupils to constrict and his head to lower even further despite initially raising it in awe. Ge Qing leisurely finished his tea before speaking slowly. "With my techniques, I can produce nine pills per batch of Bone Protecting Pills, which are quite simple to refine. Judging by the quantity here, three batches are feasible. However, the heart’s blood can be refined—with supplementary herbs—into Bone Strengthening Pills, which are ten times more potent and can temper bones to enhance endurance." Gu Sheng’s heart surged with excitement. Thanks to his unique talents, any progress in cultivation techniques, martial arts, or realms came naturally—once the quantity was sufficient, qualitative changes occurred without bottlenecks. With the assistance of Bone Strengthening Pills, his growth would shift from an airplane to a rocket’s speed! Though thrilled, Gu Sheng clearly understood that Bone Strengthening Pills required supplementary herbs. From their effects, it was evident that these herbs wouldn’t be ordinary. Gu Sheng didn’t possess such materials. Nonetheless, since Ge Qing mentioned them, it implied he likely had them available. At that moment, Ge Qing was smiling at Gu Sheng, eyes gleaming. Gu Sheng knew the old man was waiting for him to make the first move. Gu Sheng cupped his hands toward Ge Qing. "I’ll trouble Master Ge greatly. With your expertise and connections, I hope you can assist with acquiring the supplementary herbs. I’ll settle all costs when the pills are ready." Ge Qing chuckled at his response. "Bone Strengthening Pills are top-grade Yellow Level pills. The required herbs are highly expensive—are you sure you can afford them?" This statement caused a flicker of confusion in Gu Sheng’s eyes. "Pills have levels?" Ge Qing nodded in response. "Naturally. Pills, treasures, cultivation techniques, and martial arts are all categorized into four major tiers: Earth, Heaven, Mystic, and Yellow. Within each tier, there are subcategories of top, middle, and low grades." Gu Sheng had never heard of such classifications before. Ge Qing’s words had opened a gateway to an entirely new world. Curious, Gu Sheng asked, "Then what tier does the Bone Protecting Pill fall into? Why do the martial arts and techniques we practice get classified as first-rate, second-rate, or third-rate?" Ge Qing shook his head. "What you just mentioned refers to the local folk’s arbitrary rankings for unranked martial arts and cultivation techniques in this humble, barren region." Previously, Gu Sheng had thought that reaching the Bronze Bone Realm and mastering various martial arts solidified his place in this world. However, from Ge Qing’s remarks, he realized he was still just a frog at the bottom of a well. Nevertheless, Gu Sheng did not feel disheartened. On the contrary, he brimming with fighting spirit. From the moment he transmigrated to this world, his dream had been to attain cultivation perfection, explore every corner of this world, and witness its unique wonders. Ge Qing’s words gave him a clearer and more ambitious goal!

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