Heaven-Dominating Martial Emperor

Once he condensed a golden Spiritual Sea, he would indeed step into an exceptionally rare, ultimate realm, with combat power far surpassing ordinary Cultivators.

But by the same token, the effort required to advance to each new realm would also be much greater!

The Five-Elements Pill could enhance one's cultivation level and increase their comprehension.

However, a low-grade Five-Elements Pill was insufficient to provide much help to Ye Chen, who was on the verge of possessing a golden Spiritual Sea.

If he wanted to achieve a true transformation, he would need a high-grade Five-Elements Pill!

'Before, I was about to reach the ultimate state of the Blood Condensation Realm, so I held off on taking the Five-Elements Pill.'

'I had originally planned to take it after condensing my Spiritual Sea, but it seems I need to make some preparations before I can.'

Ye Chen's eyes flickered as he slowly put away the Five-Elements Pill.

To further refine the Five-Elements Pill and improve its quality and effects, he would need two specific Spiritual Objects: the Chixia Spirit Marrow and the Juedi Sacred Orchid.

However, neither of them would be easy to find.

'From what I know, spirit materials of this quality are extremely rare, even across the entire Lei Province!'

'Not to mention, to refine a Top Grade Five-Elements Pill, the quality of these two spirit materials would also have to be exceptionally high!'

Ye Chen couldn't help but let out a long sigh.

'If it's truly impossible, I'll have to settle for the next best thing and just refine a high-grade Five-Elements Pill.'

'In any case, as long as I can improve the quality of the Five-Elements Pill, it will be a huge blessing.'

...

Inside Luoyun City, Ye Chen asked around on the streets and finally learned the location of his destination.

The Treasure Pavilion!

The Treasure Pavilion was affiliated with the Penglai Merchant Guild, which was renowned throughout the Great Hong Dynasty.

It was said to have a rich inventory, filled with countless Spiritual Objects from all corners of the land.

Whether it was Spirit Grass, Spirit Medicine, or spirit weapons, it had everything one could wish for, available for customers to choose from!

Ye Chen had prepared a considerable number of Spirit Stones for his trip down the mountain.

Therefore, he had no reservations and went straight to this famously named shop.

"What can I get for you, customer?"

The lighting inside the Treasure Pavilion was dim. A stout figure stood behind the counter, giving Ye Chen a professional smile.

Ye Chen had already written down everything he needed on a piece of paper. He handed it to the Shopkeeper and waited quietly for a reply.

"Hmm..."

The Shopkeeper glanced at the Spirit Medicines listed on the paper. He paused for a moment, a troubled look appearing on his face.

"Customer, we have most of the items you're looking for in the shop."

"Oh? Then what don't you have?" Ye Chen asked calmly.

"The Chixia Spirit Marrow and the Juedi Sacred Orchid," the Shopkeeper answered honestly.

'So it's these two, just as I thought...'

Hearing this, Ye Chen couldn't help but feel a little disappointed, even though he had already expected it.

"Can you have them shipped from another location? I don't mind paying extra Spirit Stones."

Ye Chen asked, unwilling to give up.

"My apologies, customer."

"Our Treasure Pavilion in Luoyun City and those in the surrounding cities all share the same treasury."

"Any Spiritual Objects in stock are registered here. If it's not on the list, there's really nothing we can do."

The Shopkeeper shook his head, expressing his regret.

"In that case, I'll pass on those two for now."

Ye Chen felt a bit helpless.

'It seems I'll have to find another way to get the Chixia Spirit Marrow and the Juedi Sacred Orchid.'

'The quality of the Five-Elements Pill must be improved.'

'After all, this bottle of Five-Elements Pills was refined from my own flesh and blood. I can't let it go to waste!'

Besides, the Five-Elements Pill offered a significant boost to a Cultivator's strength, and Ye Chen was unwilling to miss out on this opportunity.

"Please wait a moment, customer."

The Shopkeeper immediately ordered his subordinate to gather the medicinal ingredients.

Ye Chen stood silently to the side, closing his eyes to rest.

Just then, a tall figure suddenly walked into the shop.

"Shopkeeper, help me gather some medicinal ingredients."

Because the shop was dimly lit, the figure's face was hidden in the shadows, making it impossible to see clearly.

But upon hearing the voice, the Shopkeeper smiled respectfully. "Alchemist Liu, are you still troubled by that one pill?"

"That's right," Liu Yuchan's voice was calm. "Although I've failed over a dozen times, I'm starting to get a feel for it. I plan to try again."

"Your perseverance is astounding, Alchemist Liu! You truly live up to your name as Lei Province's number one prodigy of the Alchemy Dao!" The Shopkeeper lowered his head, his tone growing even more respectful.

Hearing this title, Ye Chen couldn't help but glance at Liu Yuchan, but he quickly looked away.

"It's just an empty reputation, nothing worth mentioning." Liu Yuchan waved his hand dismissively.

After exchanging a few pleasantries with the Shopkeeper, his thoughts began to wander, seemingly pondering once again how to successfully refine the pill he was working on.

Before long, an elderly figure suddenly strode out from within the Treasure Pavilion.

"Alchemist Liu!"

Upon seeing Liu Yuchan, a wide smile immediately spread across his withered old face.

"It's you?" Liu Yuchan glanced at the old man and said coolly, "Give up. I'm not selling."

Hearing this, the old man's smile turned bitter. "There's no need to refuse so decisively, Alchemist Liu. This time, I've spent a great price to acquire a precious pill formula."

"Why don't you take a look at it first, Alchemist Liu, before considering whether to turn me down?"

However, Liu Yuchan just sneered, his attitude firm. "Elder Chen, do you really think I don't know its value?"

"That Chixia Spirit Marrow is clearly already a century old. If it were catalyzed with other Spiritual Objects, or even just left alone for another hundred years, it would almost certainly give birth to a Spirit Marrow Heart!"

"I don't think I need to elaborate on the rarity of a Spirit Marrow Heart to you, do I, Elder Chen?"

"With such a Spiritual Object in my possession, how could I possibly be swayed by a mere pill formula?"

Hearing this, Elder Chen couldn't help but sigh deeply. "The Spirit Marrow Heart is a legendary Spiritual Object. How could it possibly be so easy to cultivate?"

"Very well. Since you insist, Alchemist Liu, I won't try to force your hand."

The old man turned and left in disappointment.

At that moment, Ye Chen suddenly spoke up. "You just said you have Chixia Spirit Marrow?"

Liu Yuchan turned around. Seeing Ye Chen wearing a conical hat that concealed his face, he couldn't help but frown. "That's right. Do you want me to sell it to you too?"

"Precisely," Ye Chen nodded.

"Even Elder Chen of the Treasure Pavilion couldn't produce anything that could tempt me."

"You'd be better off giving up."

Liu Yuchan glanced at Ye Chen, then turned away, intending to ignore him.

"You just said you've failed repeatedly while refining a pill. May I ask what kind of pill it is?" Ye Chen asked again after a moment of contemplation.

"The Three Corpses Soul-Returning Pill." Liu Yuchan sneered with a hint of arrogance, "What? Are you going to help me refine it?"