owlsbooks Chapter 54: Earning a Spirit Stone – Making Money is as Easy as Drinking Water
Chapter 54: Earning a Spirit Stone – Making Money is as Easy as Drinking Water
"That's why you know nothing about my cheat codes."
Zhao Cheng'an originally thought that the appraisal function of the Qiankun Cauldron was not very useful, but he did not expect it to work so well time and time again. It was practically his godfather.
At this moment, a line of gray-white subtitles appeared in front of Zhao Cheng'an.
【Cloud-like algae: A mild-tempered aquatic plant with a crisp texture, it is a favorite of the cloud-dwelling ray.】
Several other terms followed: "Spiritual energy loss," "parasitism," etc.
Seeing An Qingtang's surprised expression, Zhao Cheng'an smiled gently. "I usually enjoy studying various plants. People tend to be more patient with things they like."
"When I first boarded the ship, I noticed that the growth of this batch of Aquilaria sinensis was a bit off, so I kept an eye on it. Later, I found relevant records in the Yunhai ship's library."
As he spoke, Zhao Cheng'an took a book out of his sleeve.
The book has a yellowish surface and worn edges, indicating that it has not been touched in a long time.
An Qingtang stuck out her tongue, her cheeks flushing slightly as she was looked at by Zhao Chengan's gentle gaze, looking a little embarrassed.
After all, these Yunling algae are a family business passed down through generations, but they took care of them every day without realizing there was a problem. They didn't discover the symptoms in time and had to rely on an outsider to remind them.
Zhao Cheng'an opened the book and continued speaking.
"This book explains how to deal with White Vein Corrosive Insects. As a low-level spirit insect, they are not particularly resilient."
"Simply add an appropriate amount of sulfur to the water tank for the algae, along with a combination of several common auxiliary drugs, and you can completely eliminate them. It is important to note that the drug should be gentle, otherwise the roots of the algae will be affected."
During their conversation, An Changzhi noticed the situation and quickly walked over.
"Qingtang, what happened?"
An Qingtang looked at Zhao Chengan with admiration. She raised her head and explained the whole story to her father.
An Changzhi stroked his long beard, a look of surprise on his face.
"So that's how it is! We've been watching over these cloud-like algae every day, and we still haven't discovered them!"
Immediately afterwards, he solemnly straightened his clothes and bowed deeply to Zhao Cheng'an.
"Thank you for your help, Young Master Zhao."
An Changzhi sighed, his tone tinged with emotion, "Our An family of Zaofeng was originally a Foundation Establishment family, but that was more than three hundred years ago."
"The family has now declined, and our ancestors have long since passed away. All that remains is this Yunhai ship and these Yunhai rays to transport goods and make a living as our ancestral property."
"If Young Master Zhao hadn't discovered the problem in time, it would have caused an irreparable and huge impact. Even if we had brought in a professional beast tamer, it's uncertain whether the problem could be solved, and the cost alone would have been considerable, not to mention delays in delivery."
"Young Master Zhao, you have truly done the An family a great favor."
An Changzhi thought for a moment, then turned and left for a while.
When he returned, he was carrying a heavy cloth bag, which he handed directly to Zhao Cheng'an. "Cultivators value cause and effect. Please accept this small token of my appreciation."
Zhao Cheng'an originally wanted to politely decline.
However, when he reached out and took the bag, feeling its heavy weight, he swallowed back his words of refusal.
He gave so much.jpg
Zhao Cheng'an changed his mind and accepted the bag, stuffing it into his sleeve. With a smile, he said, "Then I'll gladly accept your offer. I wish Captain An's business continued success."
The materials needed to prepare the medicine were not complicated, and An Changzhi quickly collected them.
After the prepared mild medicinal solution was poured into the Yunru water tank, the white-veined heart-eating insects hidden in the roots were quickly killed. The veins of the Yunling algae roots also regained their luster, and with a period of rest, they would fully recover.
After resolving the problem completely, Zhao Chengan leisurely returned to the living area on the first deck.
He sat down in the empty seat opposite Chen Heng.
Chen Heng still had a hint of surprise on her face, wondering what Zhao Cheng'an had gone off to do.
However, she noticed that Zhao Chengan left empty-handed, but when he returned, his sleeves were bulging, as if he was carrying something.
"What's in your sleeve?" Chen Heng asked curiously.
Zhao Cheng'an thought for a moment, then decided not to hide it and took the bag out of his sleeve and handed it to her.
Chen Heng reached out and took the bag, opened it, and peeked inside. She was instantly stunned. It was the first time she had ever seen medium-quality spirit stones, and there were ten of them inside, radiating a rich and pure aura of spiritual energy.
"Are you robbing someone?" Chen Heng blurted out, her eyes wide.
Zhao Cheng'an poured himself a cup of tea, smiled, and shook his head.
"You overestimate me. I don't have that kind of ability."
He picked up his teacup, took a sip, and told Chen Heng everything that had happened on the deck.
After listening, Chen Heng looked dazed and slumped back in his chair, remaining silent for a long time.
This was the first time Zhao Cheng'an had ever seen her so devastated.
She asked curiously, "What's wrong with you?"
As he asked the question, he waved his hand in front of Chen Heng's eyes twice.
Chen Heng blinked, her lips slightly pursed, and looked at Zhao Cheng'an with a hint of resentment in her voice.
"My resolve to follow the Dao is somewhat shattered now."
"Before this incident, my lifelong dream was to become a sword immortal. Sword energy could traverse thirty thousand miles, and a single sword could chill nineteen provinces—what an exhilarating experience that would be."
"But now, my dream has suffered a huge blow."
Chen Heng sighed, "Although sword cultivators are indeed very powerful, seeing how easily you earned more spirit stones than I could in several years, I guess I still have to bow to reality."
"You're just getting started, there's no need to think so much."
Zhao Cheng'an couldn't help but laugh out loud, comforting him, "Sword cultivators are the best among cultivators of the same level, something that no amount of spirit stones can buy."
I don't think so.
Chen Heng returned the bag to Zhao Cheng'an.
She propped her head up with one hand and held chopsticks in the other, poking around the table haphazardly, as if she were seriously contemplating life.
Just then, a series of light footsteps approached.
At the top of the stairs, An Qingtang carried a tray and jogged down.
Zhao Cheng'an looked at her. "Miss An, is there anything else?"
An Qingtang placed the tray on the table, which contained a plate of golden fish cakes that emitted an enticing aroma.
She clasped her hands together and smiled at Zhao Cheng'an.
"Those spirit stones were a gift from my father as a token of his gratitude, and these fish cakes were made by me personally. I apologize for being a bit rude on the deck earlier, and I am very grateful for Young Master Zhao's help."
"If Young Master Zhao has anything he wants to eat or anything else he needs on the ship, he can come and find me anytime."
"You're welcome! It's no trouble at all if it's for your convenience!"
Zhao Chengan smiled and nodded.
"Thank you, Miss An. Then I won't stand on ceremony."
An Qingtang completed her task and jogged away from the living area.
Zhao Chengan picked up a fish cake and took a bite.
The fish cakes are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with an extremely delicious flavor. They are also rich in a gentle spiritual energy, suggesting they are made primarily from the meat of some precious spiritual fish.
Zhao Cheng'an pushed the plate to the middle and gave some to Chen Heng in front of him.
Then, he asked the waiter for a clean plate, moved the remaining half of the fish cake over there, and prepared to leave it for Shen Yanshan.
At this moment, Sun Fuli, Xu Baiheng, Xiang Yunyuan and others strolled over from the corridor, looking sleepy and as if they had just woken up.
"It smells so good!"
As Sun Fuli approached, her eyes lit up when she saw the food in front of Zhao Cheng'an.
"I remember this stuff isn't cheap at the market, how come you're willing to buy this?"
Zhao Cheng'an casually replied, "It was a gift from someone else."
As he spoke, he picked up a fish cake and handed it to Sun Fuli.
Sun Fuli didn't stand on ceremony, grabbed it and stuffed it into his mouth, praising it as delicious indistinctly.
Zhao Cheng'an divided the remaining pieces between Xu Baiheng and Xiang Yunyuan.
Xu Baiheng accepted the gift with both hands and thanked her softly.
Although Xiang Yunyuan still looked somewhat gloomy, his mental state was much better than before, and he also thanked Zhao Chengan.
Zhao Cheng'an picked up the plate containing the fish cakes and stood up.
"You all eat first, I'll take these to the teacher."
He carried the plate and walked towards Shen Yanshan's room.
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