Chapter 951: Chapter 760, For the Future of Alchemy (One update today.)_2 Chapter 951: Chapter 760, For the Future of Alchemy (One update today.)_2 Among the Alchemists, one middle-aged man introduced with a smile, “Lord Island Master, this gentleman is the Vice Chairman of the 'Fumori' Alchemy Association, Mr. Sede. He has come to attend the auction and happened to see the displayed Elixirs. He feels it's truly a great revolution.”
The one introducing was the elderly Human sitting in the middle.
He looked to be over fifty years old.
“Thank you very much!” Wu Heng first extended his courtesy, then turned to the elder, “Vice Chairman Sede, do you have any particular business here?”
The elder surveyed Wu Heng up and down and then spoke, “Presenting Elixirs in pill form is indeed an impressive innovation, but your organization is ultimately not a traditional Alchemy institution–surely, it contains many flaws. We could collaborate to further develop and produce these pill-form Elixirs.”
And continue research with them?
They have been verified by the Association to meet Elixir standards–how could they be deemed flawed?
“Vice Chairman, the Elixirs are without flaw, and the Association's Alchemists are also highly professional,” Wu Heng stated.
The other party's gaze sharpened, body leaning forward, his tone becoming much more earnest, “Every Elixir is the result of generations of Alchemists' continuous improvement and development. They are the reason Alchemists are where they are today. The method you hold is indeed novel, but it could also bring a crisis to the entire Alchemy industry.”
He sighed lightly, his eyes filled with earnestness, “If you would publicly share your refinements, it would be a bold and colorful stroke on the long scroll of Alchemy's history, and you would be hailed as a hero in the annals of Alchemy.”
Upon hearing the end, Wu Heng's eyes widened instantly.
After all this time, it turns out he wanted me to disclose the method.
That's faster than robbery–just outright demanding something.
Looking at the other party's still righteously indignant demeanor, he couldn't help but find it somewhat amusing.
Wu Heng said, “Indeed, we will naturally invite masters who have made significant achievements in Alchemy research to collaborate.”
The other party's eyes lit up, and he cleared his throat, “I do have some accomplishments and reputation in Alchemy.”
Wu Heng smiled and said, “I will report this to Leader Claudio of the Hongwen Alliance. I believe with the achievements of Vice Chairman Sede, you will certainly appear on the list.”
The three across from him widened their eyes instantly.
The Alliance Leader?
It even involved the Association.
To be on the list when they, as Vice Chairmen, weren't even recognized.
“Since the Island Lord has made arrangements, there's not much else for us to say, but you may also consider our proposal, for the furtherance and broader benefit of Alchemy.”
“Good, I will consider it,” Wu Heng said with a smile and a nod, then turned to someone nearby and said, “Robey, please escort these gentlemen out.”
Robey was somewhat peeved, his tone unfriendly, “Let's go, leave this place.”
The three men got up and followed the maid outside.
After Robey returned, Wu Heng continued, “Tell Mini to say I'm not in if anyone else comes by, especially refuse to see any Alchemists.”
“Of course, Master,” Robey agreed.
Wu Heng nodded, stood up, and went back upstairs.
He thought they had some matter with him, but they just wanted to snatch the formula for free.
As for the nomination by the Hongwen Alliance, it was merely an excuse to give both sides a way out.
It's unlikely that their unheard-of Alchemist Association could have any contact with the Leader of the Hongwen Alliance.
He waited upstairs until the afternoon.
Then Wu Heng put on his mask and went out to check on the auction venue's preparations.
Since Shanaela hadn't returned to Netalee City, he needed to keep an eye on things.
Of course, Shanaela had arranged everything, so Wu Heng only needed to check if any adjustments were necessary.
As dusk approached,
a few staff members from the headquarters stood at the main gate waiting.
Someone said, “I've asked the local staff, and it seems that streetlights are illuminating devices that glow, somewhat rarer in the eyes of ordinary people.”
“You can't say that; being able to set up the whole island proves these devices can be mass-produced, which is already stronger than an Illuminating Stone.”
“We'll see when the time comes, won't we?”
Amid their conversation, the sky gradually darkened.
Click, click, click!
One streetlight after another lit up, and the entire area was suddenly bright.
Then, with a whoosh,
crowds of people emerged from all around.
Bards carrying wooden boxes stood under the streetlights and cleared their throats before starting to tell Great Detective stories.
Vendors carrying their wares began cheerfully selling their goods.
Children chasing and playing gathered to chat.
And equally astonished outsiders stayed on the other side, watching the suddenly lively city.
“It really is different from other places.”
“The people here seem even happier than during the day.”
Church.
Inside the bishop's room.
Seated on both sides of a round wooden table was the local bishop, 'Dirk Gavin,' and another man with a burly figure.
The street lights shone through the window, and the noise outside followed.
Dirk Gavin picked up his cup of water, took a sip, and said, “Come with me to the Island Lord's Mansion tomorrow to meet that young island master.”
“What's the matter? A 15-level youngster, and you can't handle it?” the burly man said softly.
Dirk Gavin's tone remained calm, “After all, we are on Gold and Silver Island; there are certain things it wouldn't be appropriate for me to do.”
“Do you want me to kill him?”
“He has issued an order restricting military forces on the island, so we should visit him to have a chat and let him know what can and cannot be done.”
“Okay,” the burly man nodded.
The next day, Golden Sail Tavern.
The ground floor of the tavern was already filled with patrons.
Different from the usual local residents, today was also full of lavishly dressed people.
Bards performed with even more vigor.
The atmosphere buzzed with excitement.
In a second-floor private room.
A knock on the door sounded, and an elderly man dressed neatly entered the room, bowed, and said, “Miss, I've found out. The auction is being held tomorrow. Today's highlight on the island is an exhibition where they have unveiled a new type of elixir, round-shaped like a tablet and possessing the effects of typical medicine.”
In the room, sitting in front of the wooden table was a woman with brown hair and a purple long skirt, exceptionally beautiful but with an icy demeanor. She spoke indifferently, “Is it something Wu Heng came up with?”
“The island's residents say it was his doing, but whether it was indeed Island Lord Wu Heng who came up with it is yet to be confirmed,” the old man said once more.
“Let's go, we might as well check out the exhibition too.” The woman rose to her feet, put on a hood and walked out.
At the doorstep, her body shrunk slightly, and her appearance grew increasingly youthful.
She now looked like a young girl.
As she descended the stairs and reached the entrance of the tavern, the old man himself put on a hood and opened a black parasol to shield the girl from the sun as they walked out.
They hailed a carriage by the roadside.
Heading to the exhibition.
At the entrance of the exhibition.
A few figures sat in a circle.
Someone said, “Boss, no big haul today. With so many patrols around, it's tough to make a move.”
“Let's wait a bit longer; we'll switch to the port. There are plenty of rich folks over there, too.”
“When you make your move, be careful. There's not much worth stealing from those with Space Rings, and it's easy to run into trouble.”
“Got it, we're not stupid.”
Hiss~
Suddenly, one of the group signaled towards a spot not too far away.
Turning their heads, they saw an elderly man accompanied by a young girl stepping down from a carriage.
Under a parasol, dressed in lavish finery.
“It must be some lady from a noble house.”
“Seems like we could get a good haul.”
“Be careful when you make your move. That old man with her might be a high-level professional. If it goes haywire, take cover in the crowd.”
“Understood, Boss,” the speaker was confident.
This type of young miss with only an old servant for company was the easiest to deal with.
No real power on their side, and with a bit of intimidation, you could come away with even more profit.
If they were powerful, saddled with a liability, they wouldn't go too far with things, and in the end, it would come to nothing.
“Go!” The man known as Boss nodded.
The two jumped down from the wall top and followed directly, using the crowded throng to reach for the young girl's waist.
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