In the bedroom.
Yao Zixuan held Chen Jiuyang tightly, her fiery body pressed against him, her head buried in his chest. "Now that I've become the head of the Yao family, I realize the immense pressure we face."
"After you left today, my grandfather killed many people in the house and handed over the reins of power directly to me."
"In the coming days, I'll be negotiating with people from various prominent families, selling off most of the Yao family's real estate to generate cash flow for purchasing medicinal herbs."
Chen Jiuyang asked, "This is the right approach. Stocking up on the herbs we need is crucial because once the Pure Yang Qi Replenishing Pill is leaked, we'll inevitably face attacks from major powers trying to cut off our supply of raw materials. At this stage, we must have enough pills to establish our footing."
Yao Zixuan replied, "I know. With Grandmaster Xu guarding our home, the Yao family fears no one. My father has already departed overnight to Yunxi Province to order a large batch of medicinal herbs, and Grandmaster Xu is also utilizing his channels to procure them. As long as I follow the plan, the Yao family will successfully transition and overcome this difficulty."
She was shocked by the situation after taking charge. Previously, various Yao family industries had shown signs of being targeted. Fortunately, Chen Jiuyang had reminded Yao Qianhe; otherwise, their family would have been plunged into an abyss of no return.
Chen Jiuyang stated, "Once the medicinal herbs are mostly acquired, I'll give you the pill formula. Since we won't be refining the pills manually, mass production of these ordinary pills will increase the cost from one hundred thousand to two hundred thousand yuan. However, if we rely on manual labor, the possibility of the formula being leaked is very high."
Yao Zixuan noted it down, "Then I'll buy a few more pharmaceutical production lines and acquire the residences near the Yao family mansion to use as a place for pill production."
"This is an excellent plan."
The two chatted as they drifted off to sleep.
In the middle of the night, Qingzhu Xian delivered a message: "Master, a person of considerable power is approaching you."
Chen Jiuyang woke up instantly, put on his clothes, and walked out. Upon reaching the courtyard, he saw Feng Lianhou Xue Lianji, his hair white but his health fully restored.
Chen Jiuyang inquired, "I wonder what brings Feng Lianhou to my doorstep in the middle of the night."
"Heh heh," Feng Lianhou chuckled. "Divine Doctor Chen saved my life. I know you have enmity with the Zhong family, and tonight I've come to repay your kindness."
"I've gathered information from various sources, and Zhong Zhuowu has spent a great deal to acquire a medicinal herb called 'Thousand Mountain Snow Lotus.' I believe Divine Doctor Chen is well aware of its properties."
Chen Jiuyang's brow furrowed. "He has already broken through to the sixth level of the Earth Realm and needs to consume the Thousand Mountain Snow Lotus to mitigate the blood-heat symptoms after his breakthrough, so he can continue cultivating and improving his power."
"Precisely," Feng Lianhou said. "This medicinal herb is currently on its way to Fengcheng. Would Divine Doctor Chen be willing to accompany me on this journey?"
Chen Jiuyang's eyes lit up. "The Thousand Mountain Snow Lotus could also be useful for his master, Feng Hanhou, to improve his cultivation. Furthermore, it would hinder Feng Zhuohou's cultivation progress. Why wouldn't I agree?"
He immediately nodded in acceptance.
Feng Lianhou's helicopter landed, and the two departed in it.
On a highway leading to Fengcheng, the area was sparsely populated with no vehicles in sight, except for a conspicuous transport truck on the dark night.
On the helicopter, Feng Lianhou said to Chen Jiuyang, "Divine Doctor Chen, I'll go scout the situation first."
With that, Feng Lianhou leaped from the helicopter and moved with controlled energy.
"Bang!"
Shortly after, fierce fighting sounds erupted from below. The transport vehicle was guarded by a Grandmaster of the Earth Realm.
Feng Lianhou declared, "You are not a local Grandmaster."
"Feng Lianhou!" the Earth Realm Grandmaster below had an unpleasant expression. "Why are you attacking me?"
Feng Lianhou replied, "This vehicle carries medicinal herbs I require. I was injured for twenty years and received treatment from a divine doctor. I need these herbs for my recovery."
The Earth Realm Grandmaster stated, "This is Zhong Zhuohou's medicinal herb. Do you dare to snatch it?"
"I don't care whose medicinal herb it is; I am determined to take it today. You are only at the first level of the Earth Realm. Retreat and do not risk your life in this matter," Feng Lianhou said with great confidence.
"Fine, my role is merely that of a transporter. Take the medicinal herb, and be prepared for trouble from Zhong Zhuohou later." The Earth Realm Grandmaster surprisingly conceded, which Chen Jiuyang found incredible, but then again, it made sense.
"Heh heh, you don't need to worry about this matter," Feng Lianhou chuckled, then took a small wooden box and, with controlled energy, ascended into the sky and boarded the helicopter.
Feng Lianhou handed the small wooden box to Chen Jiuyang. "Divine Doctor Chen, with this, the favor I owe you is considered repaid."
Blocking someone's path to wealth is akin to killing their parents, especially when it concerns such vital medicinal resources.
Feng Lianhou was taking a gamble, betting that Chen Jiuyang's medical skills could rally enough Grandmasters to jointly obstruct Feng Zhuohou's advancement to the Heaven Realm.
If not, and Feng Zhuohou ascended to the Heaven Realm, they would all suffer. Fighting to the death on the frontier would be the best outcome.
Chen Jiuyang opened the small wooden box. Inside lay a snow lotus emitting a soft, cold aura. Its medicinal properties were potent, bringing a smile to Chen Jiuyang's face. "Feng Lianhou, you are truly loyal. Our debts are now settled. However, if you have any injured friends, feel free to introduce them to me for treatment."
Feng Lianhou nodded. "Naturally. Aside from this, my injuries have now healed, and I wish to improve my cultivation. Ordinary medicinal herbs are insufficient for this. Divine Doctor Chen, you possess the Pure Yang Qi Replenishing Pill. I wish to purchase some."
Chen Jiuyang chuckled inwardly; it had finally come to this.
Sects and factions controlled various pill formulas, occupying different territories and establishing alliance agreements, preventing these potent pills from being released.
Chen Jiuyang pondered for a moment. "Feng Lianhou, this formula was obtained by my master at great cost. He has refined some pills himself. If you wish to purchase them, you must seek out my master. The pills I carry are for saving lives in critical moments."
"Feng Hanhou actually possesses the formula and can refine pills?" Feng Lianhou was astonished by this news for quite some time. "It seems he obtained something valuable from some ancient ruin or forbidden zone."
"You and your master have an immeasurable future..." Feng Lianhou looked at Chen Jiuyang deeply. "Your medical skills are profound and unparalleled; you could even save someone like me who was on the brink of death. Your master controls the Pure Yang Qi Replenishing Pill. The situation in Feng Province is about to change."
Chen Jiuyang chuckled; this was precisely the effect he desired.
Feng Lianhou remarked, "You and your master will be in the spotlight. Logically, with your high talent, you should be laying low for a while. Why are you participating in the Martial Rankings?"
Chen Jiuyang remained silent.
Feng Lianhou continued, "Do you know that by participating in the Martial Rankings, many people in Fengcheng and even Feng Province will be paying attention to you?"
"This is not a good thing. You have apprenticed under Feng Hanhou and stand with the imperial court. Many people will not allow you to grow."