"This item is rare and precious."
Beside him, Bai Changyue explained blankly, "The body-forging pill is rare, even Miss Qing doesn't have much of it. Others who want to obtain it can only do so at times like this."
"Yeah."
Chen An smiled, "It's just that even though the items in this auction house are good, I don't think I am fortunate enough to enjoy them."
Considering his entire wealth, it was only about two thousand taels of silver.
Compared to the twenty thousand taels of silver from the previous alchemy technique auction, it didn't even have a single decimal point.
From this situation, he didn't really need to think about buying anything here.
"If Brother Chen is interested, I still have some silver here."
Bai Changyue's voice came from the side.
"You want to lend me money?"
Chen An was a little surprised and couldn't help but ask, "What trouble have you gotten into?"
Unjustified hospitality, in his opinion, could only mean this possibility.
"Brother Chen misunderstood."
Bai Changyue smiled and said, "In fact, with Brother Chen's skills, it's easier to earn some silver."
"Oh?"
Chen An became interested, "Tell me more."
Having been in the Shangyuan County for a few months, although not short, he had been practicing in the courtyard all this time and didn't lack money, so he hadn't really understood these things.
But thinking carefully, a warrior like him should have quite a few ways to make money.
Otherwise, how could those people have so much silver without doing business or working?
"The simplest way is to kill."
Unconsciously, Bai Changyue lowered his voice and said, "Some big thieves and criminals often have bounties on their heads, sometimes a single head can be worth several thousand taels of silver."
"As long as your strength is enough, the money comes quickly."
"Another way is to register with a martial arts gym for a fee."
"This is a long-term activity, with at least a few hundred taels of silver coming in each year. If someone challenges the gym, there's extra reward."
"Register with a martial arts gym?"
Chen An furrowed his brow, "Wouldn't that cause trouble?"
"Of course."
Bai Changyue nodded and said, "Registering with a gym, if something happens to that gym, the reputation won't be good."
"And there is constant rivalry between these gyms, with people challenging each other every now and then, many of whom are experts."
"If your strength is not enough and you lose, then..."
"I see."
Chen An nodded, his face calm, not letting out his true thoughts.
At this moment, the shouts from the front continued.
This time, the auction was for another alchemy technique, said to be complete, capable of reaching the stage of Inner Qi perfection.
Upon hearing this, Chen An felt that he definitely had no chance.
Based on the previous auctions, this item would probably go for at least ten thousand taels of silver.
Even if Chen An were to be sold, he wouldn't be worth that much.
However, something unexpected happened.
"Three thousand taels of silver, any higher bids?"
Someone on the upper side shouted, looking down expectantly.
But no one responded.
Chen An couldn't help but be surprised.
However, Bai Changyue on the side didn't find it surprising at all, just smiling and saying, "Brother Chen, do you feel the price is low?"
"Indeed."
Chen An nodded, "Three thousand taels of silver, doesn't quite match the alchemy technique from before."
The previous alchemy technique was said to be able to reach Inner Qi perfection as well, yet it was auctioned for over twenty thousand taels of silver.
From this perspective, this alchemy technique should be worth more than three thousand taels of silver.
"Brother Chen is mistaken."
Bai Changyue explained with a smile, "Even among alchemy techniques, there are differences in quality."
In theory, alchemy techniques are about opening up the meridians in the body and cultivating Inner Qi. As long as enough meridians are opened up, it's enough.
However, some techniques open the meridians faster, not only more efficient but also producing uniquely effective Inner Qi.
While others are much slower, or may have no effect at all.
Because of these differences in effect, these techniques can be distinguished.
"Some seniors have classified alchemy techniques into four levels. The one before was considered third-class, a far cry from the heritage of prestigious families, but it's still suitable for regular cultivation and can be passed down as a family heirloom in smaller households."
"While this one is fourth-class, probably difficult to practice, and may even be flawed and unable to cultivate Inner Qi at all."
Bai Changyue explained, "The value naturally differs."
"I see."
Chen An finally understood.
Speaking of which, White Qing had mentioned the differences in alchemy techniques in passing before.
However, alchemy techniques are too precious, and Chen An had only come across one, so his impression wasn't deep.
As Bai Changyue said, the value of this alchemy technique was indeed not high.
The most basic requirement for an alchemy technique is to be able to cultivate Inner Qi.
If an alchemy technique can't even cultivate Inner Qi, then what use does it have?
Most alchemy techniques passed down by prestigious families are stable. As long as the descendants have enough talent, they can successfully cultivate Inner Qi through refining Yuan Qi. Some unique alchemy techniques, such as the White family's Yin Body Technique, can even produce a unique type of Inner Qi.
But a lower-class alchemy technique obviously isn't that stable. It either has very strict conditions or has some defects.
It basically only has reference value. Normal people wouldn't choose to cultivate such techniques.
However, Chen An pondered.
What's difficult for others might not necessarily be difficult for him to try.
After all, he didn't need to practice personally, just needed to upgrade through the template, apart from consuming source power, there wasn't any other effort required.
"I wonder if the amount of source power needed will increase?"
In a moment of thought, Chen An thought of this question.
But this question can only be answered by trying it out.
So, Chen An decided to give it a try.
If it works, then he would have another way to make money.
The only problem now was that he was still short of some silver.
Even though the value of this alchemy technique was not high, it was still relatively speaking.
For a broke guy like Chen An, it was still something he couldn't afford.
So, he looked towards Bai Changyue.
The other party was also tactful, smiling directly, "Brother Chen, are you interested in this technique, and want to buy it for reference?"
He thought that Chen An was only interested in this technique, without thinking much further.
After all, Chen An was already at the Inner Qi stage now, so naturally, he already had corresponding techniques.
"If Brother Chen is interested, I still have some silver here, and I can lend it to Brother Chen first."
He smiled and spoke generously.
"Then thank you, Brother Bai."
Chen An smiled and didn't refuse this time.
Soon, he spoke up for the first time, calling out a new price.
"Three thousand five hundred taels."
"This item is rare and precious."
Beside him, Bai Changyue explained blankly, "The body-forging pill is rare, even Miss Qing doesn't have much of it. Others who want to obtain it can only do so at times like this."
"Yeah."
Chen An smiled, "It's just that even though the items in this auction house are good, I don't think I am fortunate enough to enjoy them."
Considering his entire wealth, it was only about two thousand taels of silver.
Compared to the twenty thousand taels of silver from the previous alchemy technique auction, it didn't even have a single decimal point.
From this situation, he didn't really need to think about buying anything here.
"If Brother Chen is interested, I still have some silver here."
Bai Changyue's voice came from the side.
"You want to lend me money?"
Chen An was a little surprised and couldn't help but ask, "What trouble have you gotten into?"
Unjustified hospitality, in his opinion, could only mean this possibility.
"Brother Chen misunderstood."
Bai Changyue smiled and said, "In fact, with Brother Chen's skills, it's easier to earn some silver."
"Oh?"
Chen An became interested, "Tell me more."
Having been in the Shangyuan County for a few months, although not short, he had been practicing in the courtyard all this time and didn't lack money, so he hadn't really understood these things.
But thinking carefully, a warrior like him should have quite a few ways to make money.
Otherwise, how could those people have so much silver without doing business or working?
"The simplest way is to kill."
Unconsciously, Bai Changyue lowered his voice and said, "Some big thieves and criminals often have bounties on their heads, sometimes a single head can be worth several thousand taels of silver."
"As long as your strength is enough, the money comes quickly."
"Another way is to register with a martial arts gym for a fee."
"This is a long-term activity, with at least a few hundred taels of silver coming in each year. If someone challenges the gym, there's extra reward."
"Register with a martial arts gym?"
Chen An furrowed his brow, "Wouldn't that cause trouble?"
"Of course."
Bai Changyue nodded and said, "Registering with a gym, if something happens to that gym, the reputation won't be good."
"And there is constant rivalry between these gyms, with people challenging each other every now and then, many of whom are experts."
"If your strength is not enough and you lose, then..."
"I see."
Chen An nodded, his face calm, not letting out his true thoughts.
At this moment, the shouts from the front continued.
This time, the auction was for another alchemy technique, said to be complete, capable of reaching the stage of Inner Qi perfection.
Upon hearing this, Chen An felt that he definitely had no chance.
Based on the previous auctions, this item would probably go for at least ten thousand taels of silver.
Even if Chen An were to be sold, he wouldn't be worth that much.
However, something unexpected happened.
"Three thousand taels of silver, any higher bids?"
Someone on the upper side shouted, looking down expectantly.
But no one responded.
Chen An couldn't help but be surprised.
However, Bai Changyue on the side didn't find it surprising at all, just smiling and saying, "Brother Chen, do you feel the price is low?"
"Indeed."
Chen An nodded, "Three thousand taels of silver, doesn't quite match the alchemy technique from before."
The previous alchemy technique was said to be able to reach Inner Qi perfection as well, yet it was auctioned for over twenty thousand taels of silver.
From this perspective, this alchemy technique should be worth more than three thousand taels of silver.
"Brother Chen is mistaken."
Bai Changyue explained with a smile, "Even among alchemy techniques, there are differences in quality."
In theory, alchemy techniques are about opening up the meridians in the body and cultivating Inner Qi. As long as enough meridians are opened up, it's enough.
However, some techniques open the meridians faster, not only more efficient but also producing uniquely effective Inner Qi.
While others are much slower, or may have no effect at all.
Because of these differences in effect, these techniques can be distinguished.
"Some seniors have classified alchemy techniques into four levels. The one before was considered third-class, a far cry from the heritage of prestigious families, but it's still suitable for regular cultivation and can be passed down as a family heirloom in smaller households."
"While this one is fourth-class, probably difficult to practice, and may even be flawed and unable to cultivate Inner Qi at all."
Bai Changyue explained, "The value naturally differs."
"I see."
Chen An finally understood.
Speaking of which, White Qing had mentioned the differences in alchemy techniques in passing before.
However, alchemy techniques are too precious, and Chen An had only come across one, so his impression wasn't deep.
As Bai Changyue said, the value of this alchemy technique was indeed not high.
The most basic requirement for an alchemy technique is to be able to cultivate Inner Qi.
If an alchemy technique can't even cultivate Inner Qi, then what use does it have?
Most alchemy techniques passed down by prestigious families are stable. As long as the descendants have enough talent, they can successfully cultivate Inner Qi through refining Yuan Qi. Some unique alchemy techniques, such as the White family's Yin Body Technique, can even produce a unique type of Inner Qi.
But a lower-class alchemy technique obviously isn't that stable. It either has very strict conditions or has some defects.
It basically only has reference value. Normal people wouldn't choose to cultivate such techniques.
However, Chen An pondered.
What's difficult for others might not necessarily be difficult for him to try.
After all, he didn't need to practice personally, just needed to upgrade through the template, apart from consuming source power, there wasn't any other effort required.
"I wonder if the amount of source power needed will increase?"
In a moment of thought, Chen An thought of this question.
But this question can only be answered by trying it out.
So, Chen An decided to give it a try.
If it works, then he would have another way to make money.
The only problem now was that he was still short of some silver.
Even though the value of this alchemy technique was not high, it was still relatively speaking.
For a broke guy like Chen An, it was still something he couldn't afford.
So, he looked towards Bai Changyue.
The other party was also tactful, smiling directly, "Brother Chen, are you interested in this technique, and want to buy it for reference?"
He thought that Chen An was only interested in this technique, without thinking much further.
After all, Chen An was already at the Inner Qi stage now, so naturally, he already had corresponding techniques.
"If Brother Chen is interested, I still have some silver here, and I can lend it to Brother Chen first."
He smiled and spoke generously.
"Then thank you, Brother Bai."
Chen An smiled and didn't refuse this time.
Soon, he spoke up for the first time, calling out a new price.
"Three thousand five hundred taels."
