Azure Heaven Saber
Chapter 725 - 725 239 - Speaking Conscience【Extra update 1

Chapter 725: Chapter 239 – Speaking Conscience【Extra update 1 for ‘Grammar V’ Alliance Master】 Chapter 725: Chapter 239 – Speaking Conscience【Extra update 1 for ‘Grammar V’ Alliance Master】 The first customer promptly entered the shop. In just a blink of an eye, he emerged from the shop with a smile plastered on his face. As he bid his goodbyes with a respectful bow to all four corners, he was surrounded by a group of people. He grandiosely left the place, evidently going back to take the medicine.

All those who came were seasoned veterans, extremely experienced in matters of the jianghu.

This first customer was especially cautious— not only did he have many guards with him, but he also had several decoys that looked just like him in terms of facial features, physique, and even clothing. Clearly, he was guarding against someone trying to seize his medicine halfway because they couldn’t afford it.

From behind, Xu the Third shouted, “Brother, you can just open the jade bottle and consume it directly, you don’t need to wait until you’re in a safe place. Remember not to exhale anything out, you’ll dissipate the medicinal effects… The medicine will work automatically, there’s no need to find a place to take it in peace, you can do that even here in the shop!”

A distant voice responded, “Thank you!”

Then all was silent.

It was unclear whether he immediately took the medicine or continued on his way.

But Xu the Third’s words allowed many who had not prepared for such situations to sigh in relief.

If it really is so, then there is no fear of being robbed.

Then came the second, the third… the seventh…

One by one, they filed in, paid, underwent examination, had their injuries examined, handed over their Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures, got their grades evaluated, registered, received the medicine, and left.

The process was incredibly quick, smooth, and effortless.

However, when they reached the twenty-third individual, a dispute finally arose.

This person could not offer ten top-grade spiritual crystals. He only had six which were not of high purity and clearly had been previously used.

Although top-grade spiritual crystals can absorb spiritual Qi from the world to replenish and heal themselves, their healing speed is much slower compared to a cultivator’s absorption speed. Once their purity is compromised, it could take dozens of years to restore them back to their perfect state.

What was even worse was that he didn’t have any Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures either.

The only thing he had of value on hand were some mid-grade spiritual crystals.

He suggested using the quantity of mid-grade spiritual crystals to make up for the missing top-grade spiritual crystal.

As for the Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures… he could only apologize.

However, the young ladies in white robes rejected his offer outright. Rules are to be followed and if broken on the first day, how to conduct business in the future? There’s a saying that without rules nothing can be accomplished, and they couldn’t make an exception.

As such, a deadlock was reached and an argument ensued.

The customer’s name was Li Kejun. Ignoring the young women’s refusal, he assertively argued, “The divine doctor said that one elixir costs just ten top-grade spiritual crystals, if I don’t have enough in top-grade, can’t I make up the difference with mid-grade ones? I have six top-grade and another three thousand mid-grade, which should make up for the four top-grade that I’m lacking, right?”

“Even though it is stated that this shop only accepts top-grade spiritual crystals, and does not accept any supreme or mid-grade spiritual crystals, there is also no conversion rate. The six top-grade spiritual crystals that you own are also used and their purity less than half. Even if we judge by their real value, they’re not enough. If you can’t provide enough, please leave!”

“Are you guys being reasonable at all!”

“You are the one who’s being unreasonable!”

As the argument escalated, the people behind them were growing impatient.

“If you can’t afford it then bugger off!”

“Dare to mess around on this turf, do you even know what time it is?!”

“Didn’t Leopard Elder mention yesterday? He had informed you beforehand, agreed upon then flickering now, are you even man enough?!”

“Can’t afford the spiritual medicine, just scram already!”

Li Kejun was also angered, saying, “Ten top-grade for one elixir, isn’t this daylight robbery?! Honest Grocery, more like a black hearted shop!”

“If you find it expensive, then don’t buy. It’s that simple! If you don’t buy, someone else will. What’s your problem? Do we have to give it to you for free to be considered good people? Ten top-grade, where is it expensive? If you leave this place and go elsewhere, see if you can get your hands on it with one thousand top-grade!”

“I fucking can’t accept, I am willing to pay, it’s just…”

This guy stubbornly refused to back down.

The young women, though from the Heavenly Sword Cloud Palace, appeared to have been given instructions; they remained calm and didn’t get worked up. You can debate all you want, they spoke in a gentle and calm tone, not displaying any irritation.

Time—we can afford to waste some, but not everyone else might be able to!

The answer came immediately because not everyone could afford to waste time or had the patience!

From the line of people waiting behind, a burly man burst forth and speedily grabbed Li Kejun, slapping him right in the face.

“Shameless bastard!”

Proceeding to land several punches on him, the man left Li Kejun unconscious. Afterwards, he kicked Li Kejun far away.

He dusted off his hands, laughed, and said in a calm voice, “It’s over now. Consider this handled by me; it has nothing to do with Honest Grocery. That settles it.”

Saying so, he prepared to return to his place in line.

Xu the Third came out and said, “Why are you leaving? Come, let’s check your identity first.”

The man was overjoyed, barely believing his own ears, “for me, first?”

“The divine doctor said, we’re to only make arguments, not to fight. Everything needs to be dealt with conscientiously, and we can’t always be resorting to violence. However, if there’s someone causing trouble, it’s not wrong to close up shop. We can’t let it descend into chaos, but if there’s someone who stands up for justice by moving the troublemaker out, then that person can claim the troublemaker’s spot. This is also about being conscientious.

As for the person previously here, he has permanently lost the privilege of purchasing medicine. ‘Permanently’ meaning he would never have the opportunity again, this is still about being conscientious.”

Xu the Third continued, “With that said, it’s your turn now. Check in!”

This certainly felt like a blessing from heaven.

This man was originally more than a hundredth in line and by all logic, it wasn’t his turn today. He stayed on in hopes of possibly getting lucky or perhaps to inquire if he could get a ticket or the likes.

Who would have thought that he would be rewarded for losing his temper and dealing with a troublemaker? It was like a pie had fallen from the sky.

Overjoyed, Wang Meng said, “My name is Wang Meng. So… shall we start now?”

The others who were queuing up began beating their chests and stamping their feet, full of regret.

“Damn! Why didn’t I go out just now!”

“So this is called being brave for a good cause…”

“It should have been me, I was closer…”

“Damn, I regret it so much, I didn’t know this would happen…”

“Ah, being good is rewarded. How come I…”

Amidst everyone’s envious and regretful gazes, Wang Meng successfully completed the physical examination, injury assessment, payment, registration, and medicine collection procedures. When he received the medicine, he felt as if he was dreaming, and could hardly believe what was happening.

“Damn, I actually got it…”

“Guys, good deeds are rewarded…”

Wang Meng grinned broadly, cheering repeatedly.

Everyone started rolling their eyes.

Is this what you call a good deed being rewarded?

You were just fed up with waiting and were over a hundred places back in line, with no hope of getting your turn today. Did you jump out to beat someone up out of frustration!

But no matter what, he did get the medicine!

And he could soon recover.

Wang Meng didn’t leave; he just stood at the shop’s entrance and put the medicine into his mouth.

A little while later… an excited Wang Meng opened his eyes wide, “It works, it works… I’ve now recovered at least eighty percent. With at most another half a month of rest, I can completely recover…”

A big, burly man like Wang Meng actually started to cry, his face distorting like he was wearing a Chinese opera mask.

Everyone else felt even worse.

Damn… this guy is so lucky, he’s already recovered eighty percent?!

Especially those who were ranked beyond the eightieth place, their eyes full of envy as if they wanted to devour him.

Damn it, how did I miss this opportunity just now!

This was obviously a favor – a favor showing goodwill and sincerity. How could I not have seized it? Am I stupid?!

“No, no, no!”

Wang Meng started shouting, “I’m starting to stink… I need to go back and take a shower!”

Before he could finish, people started covering their noses, but their eyes were still filled with envy.

Martial Artists knew one thing.

Different smells in the world, pleasant or foul, are absolutely opposed.

However, there is one type of stench that gives a Martial Artist a sense of satisfaction when emanating from their own body. This smell is even more fragrant than the most pleasant fragrances in the world.

This kind of stench is the byproduct of breaking through in cultivation, purging impurities, or recovering from a severe injury.

At such times, even though the stench is unbearable, everyone wished they could emit it multiple times!

At this moment, Wang Meng also smelled this stench on himself, overflowing with joy.

But for others, it was unbearable: “Get out of here!”

As if he just crawled out of a toilet pit, Wang Meng swaggered through the crowd. He even deliberately chose to walk through crowded areas, as if afraid that people wouldn’t smell the stench on him—a sign that he’d recovered from his injuries.

Everyone covered their noses with a wry smile, while those behind were filled with envy…

This guy is so lucky!

Many angrily glanced at the still unconscious Li Kejun. This bastard should have fallen into my hands!

Someone who was queuing at the back picked up Li Kejun, carried him far away, and threw him into a garbage heap.

He then returned and laughed awkwardly at Xu the Third.

Clearly, this guy was imitating others, hoping to get lucky.

But Xu the Third remained indifferent, not moving an eyelid.

So the guy had to return to his place in line in disappointment, and was almost driven away.

Now everyone was on the alert, focused on the few at the front of the line.

In their hearts, they wished for another Li Kejun to cause a commotion.

If that happens, I promise to be the first to react, and not let anyone else get ahead…

But unfortunately,

People like Li Kejun are a rarity. Even if they had initially harbored hope, who would dare cause trouble under such circumstances?

Several who couldn’t put together the necessary resources quietly left the queue on their own.