My husband Can Cultivate-Chapter 159: Who Has the Bian Que Fruit?

"There are only three Elixirs in total, but their value is immense. It’s said they can cure all diseases. Also up for auction are some precious medicinal ingredients. I wonder if you’d be interested in taking a look?"

Wang Nantian certainly knew how to cater to Yang Qi’s preferences. Although Yang Qi hadn’t visited the Ye Family Auction House since Ye Lingyue left Kang City, the cooperation between the Ye Group and the Qifei Group was still going very well and had been ongoing for some time.

"Medicinal ingredients? I wonder if they have any Bian Que fruit!" Yang Qi’s heart raced with excitement, and he decided to go have a look.

Wang Nantian didn’t even bother to finish his meal and immediately escorted Yang Qi to the Ye Family Auction House. By the time they arrived, the auction had been underway for a while and had reached its final, grand finale item: the three Elixirs painstakingly concocted by Zhang Chengli over ten long years.

Speaking of Zhang Chengli, he was a truly formidable figure. Nearing one hundred years of age, he had been present for almost every epidemic in the Dragon Country’s history. It was largely thanks to him that National Medicine played such a significant role in every outbreak, earning him an illustrious reputation. He was lauded as one of the three great National Masters of the era, a true legend. He enjoyed an incredibly high reputation in the country, with the common folk singing his praises. After delving into ancient texts and unraveling their secrets, he had finally mastered the Alchemy Technique, winning him the acclaim and fervent support of many. Basically, every Elixir he concocted would be snatched up in a frenzy. Crucially, it took him ten years to successfully refine a single batch, making them exceedingly rare.

Yang Qi had naturally heard of Zhang Chengli. Zhang Chengli had even visited his university back when he was a student, but unfortunately, Yang Qi hadn’t known him at the time. However, he had never seen Zhang Chengli’s Elixirs, so it seemed his luck was quite good this time.

"These three Elixirs have a starting bid of ten million each!" the auctioneer announced. As the three Elixirs were unveiled, a refreshing fragrance wafted through the air, entrancing the crowd. Wang Nantian, at his side, craned his neck for a better look. "As you all know, these Elixirs can cure all illnesses and neutralize a hundred poisons! There are only three of these marvelous items, all from the same batch. If you are interested, please begin bidding."

Yang Qi looked at the three Elixirs with a mix of amusement and disbelief. To his expert eye, they couldn’t be called Elixirs at all, merely well-packaged Medicine Pills. They were coated in sugar and looked pretty, but they were a far cry from a genuine Elixir. They were only marginally better in appearance than the Body Tempering Pills he had once mass-produced, and in terms of effect, they were actually inferior. A single Body Tempering Pill was far more beneficial to a Martial Artist. The claim that they could cure all diseases and neutralize all poisons was a gross exaggeration. However, he had to admit that as the product of Zhang Chengli’s decade of hard work, they still had some merit. They could likely cure minor ailments and had a remarkable effect on sudden acute conditions like heart attacks or strokes, essentially acting as a lifesaver. The claim about neutralizing poisons wasn’t entirely false either, as they could counteract common toxins. For an ordinary person, owning one was like having an extra life. From that perspective, ten million per pill didn’t seem too excessive.

The crowd went into a bidding frenzy. The first Elixir sold for thirty million, and the second fetched an astonishing fifty million. When the third Elixir came up, Wang Nantian couldn’t restrain himself and made a bid, but Yang Qi stopped him.

Ultimately, the third Elixir was won by Qian Sou, the vice-president of the Kang City Commerce Assembly. Yang Qi remembered Qian Sou. He had encountered the man back when he’d claimed he could cure Wang Nantian’s legs. Qian Sou had mocked him viciously, even promising to hand over his businesses if Yang Qi succeeded, but it seemed he had later reneged on the promise.

"Heh, Master Wang, this kid must have had a stroke of unbelievably dumb luck to somehow fix your legs," Qian Sou said sarcastically. "It was probably just the cumulative effect of all your years of treatment, and he just took the credit. Do you really believe him enough to pass up on such a fine Elixir?"

"What you consider a treasure, others may not. I wouldn’t take that thing even if you gave it to me for free," Yang Qi said nonchalantly.

The crowd gasped collectively at his words. This kid is far too arrogant!

Qian Sou sneered, "No need for sour grapes just because you couldn’t afford it. This is the ten-year masterpiece of Zhang Chengli, one of the three great National Masters. Aren’t you afraid of offending National Master Zhang by talking like that? Be careful, or you might get beaten to death on your way out!"

"That’s right! National Master Zhang is widely revered. What you said is deeply disrespectful," chimed in Chen Tiequan. He was still sore about Yang Qi helping Wang Nantian, so he was happy for a chance to put him down.

Wang Nantian grew nervous, and Wang He was simply terrified. Mr. Yang really dares to say anything! This is going to be trouble.

"Don’t worry, just wait and see," Wang Nantian muttered, swallowing hard. He felt that Yang Qi wasn’t a reckless person. There must be a reason he’d dare to say such a thing.

At this, Yang Qi smiled. "Don’t twist my words. I, too, hold National Master Zhang Chengli in high esteem. However, I admire him for his character and his Medical Skills. Right now, I’m talking only about this Elixir. Its quality is indeed subpar. I could pull out a random Elixir of my own that is far superior to this one."

The crowd erupted.

"Kid, you dare to boast like this in front of all the bigwigs of Kang City? Aren’t you afraid of your bluff being called?" Qian Sou taunted.

"Exactly! If you’re so capable, then show us an Elixir better than this one!" Chen Tiequan added, fanning the flames.

"Of course, I have one, and I could show it. But why should I show it to you?" Yang Qi retorted disdainfully. "Unless..."

"Unless what?" someone asked.

"Unless someone among you has the medicinal ingredient known as Bian Que fruit! I might consider trading for it!" Yang Qi stated.

This was his true purpose. The only reason he was being so provocative was to obtain a Bian Que fruit as quickly as possible. With it, he was confident he could refine a Foundation Establishment Pill.

"I happen to have a Bian Que fruit!"

Just then, a woman’s somewhat aged voice came from within the crowd. Everyone turned to look and was stunned by what they saw.

"Li Xianglan! It’s National Master Li!"

Li Xianglan, though a woman, was one of the three great National Masters, just as renowned as Zhang Chengli. Like him, she had also made significant contributions during past epidemics and was just as well-remembered by the people. The three great National Masters were the very backbone of the nation, its most sainted hands.

"Professor Li!" Yang Qi exclaimed in surprise.

Li Xianglan had been a guest professor at his university, a teacher who had genuinely taught him.

"So it’s you, my boy," Li Xianglan said with a laugh. "You were exceptionally talented even back in school. I never imagined you’d now dare to question Old Zhang’s Elixirs."

"Professor Li, please don’t joke," Yang Qi said with a wry smile. "If it weren’t for the Bian Que fruit, I wouldn’t have taken such a risk."