After the mind-reading cripple junior sister, the entire sect rose to prominence.

Chapter 385

Master Hong Dan was the same Earth-level alchemist who told Ren Ruojiu that the poison entered the fetus's body through pregnancy, thus affecting Hu Xiu's appearance.

Master Hong Dan considered himself to be learned and knowledgeable. It was just that he was getting old; otherwise, if he had a few hundred more years, it wouldn't have been difficult for him to advance to the Heavenly level.

When Ren Ruojiu asked him about the cold beauty's poison, she mentioned, "My son knows a child who said that there is a cure for his poison."

Master Hong Dan laughed and asserted, "Absolutely impossible!"

The reason was explained: Hu Xiu had acquired the poison while he was in his mother's womb, and it had become part of his bones and blood. It had accumulated over the years, and the poison had become a part of him.

His face didn't become like this overnight; it grew and merged over time.

Under these circumstances, how could one possibly restore their true appearance?
Knowing it was impossible, Master Hong Dan advised Ren Ruojiu to think more positively: Anyway, the poison wasn't very strong, it didn't damage Hu Xiu's body, and it wouldn't affect his lifespan or cultivation. It was just a little ugly, so she could just bear with it and it would pass.

Upon learning that the child who claimed to have the formula for alchemy was coming to his door today, Master Hong Dan couldn't stand it and insisted on coming over to take a look.

He and the Hu family had been friends for many years, and he couldn't just watch them be fooled. He was there so that when the little swindler produced the prescription, he could expose her on the spot!
He just hadn't expected the scammer to be so young, much younger than he anticipated.

She's so young and already lying to people? Her family must have taught her that!

After just one meeting, Master Hong Dan had already formed a preconceived notion about the matter, and in his eyes, Mo Jiuwei became nothing more than a liar!

"Your timing is perfect; you have just the opportunity to broaden your horizons."

Mo Jiuwei seemed oblivious to the coldness in his eyes and the sarcasm in his tone, and calmly replied, even giving him a look that seemed to say: "Watch and learn carefully."

Master Hong Dan was provoked by a little brat, but he wasn't angry about it; he just found it funny.

Is this what they call "a newborn calf is not afraid of a tiger"?

It's interesting.

Ren Ruojiu had already sold the three materials to her, so Mo Jiuwei readily fulfilled her promise and handed over the pill formula.

The Hu couple took a closer look, but naturally couldn't figure out anything special. They only knew that these medicinal herbs were not rare or unusual and were not difficult to obtain.

After reading it, he handed it to Master Hong, saying, "Master Hong, please take a look."

Master Hong Dan had been waiting for a long time. "Hmm, I want to see this pill formula... wait? This pill formula..."

As he watched, his expression turned serious, and his posture changed from leaning back to leaning forward. In the end, he even stood up.

"...Wonderful! You can do it like this? Snowwood paired with Melting Bud Flower... Absolutely wonderful!"

"What a wonderful pill formula! It must have come from the hand of a master!"

Master Hong was so excited he almost slapped his thigh. He excitedly walked up to Mo Jiuwei, putting on what he considered his most kind and friendly expression. "Young lady, is this a pill formula written by your family? Would it be convenient for you to introduce us? Here, this is a small gift, a little something for you. Do you like it?"

The gift he gave was a kind of spiritual fruit, which was quite beautiful, like a flower bud about to bloom.

If Mo Jiuwei were just a child, this special spiritual fruit might have fooled her, but clearly, she wasn't.

[Pshaw, do you really think I'm a child? Trying to fool me with this!]

[The Flower Fruit is all show and no substance; any spiritual fruit in my immortal abode tastes better!]

[It needs spiritual energy, but it's lacking; it needs flavor, but it's just average. Is this even presentable as a gift?]

Hearing Mo Jiuwei's inner monologue, the seventh maid who had come with her couldn't help but chuckle. Their mistress wasn't someone who could be so easily fooled; she was very picky, and ordinary things wouldn't even catch her eye!
A so-called Earth-level Alchemist? Turns out, he's nothing special.

In the past, the seven maids would never have had the chance to meet such important figures as Earth-level Alchemists. Even if they did, they would only be able to bow their heads and silently serve tea and water.

But after following Mo Jiuwei, they discovered that all the so-called important figures were just like that, none of them could compare to their master.

Look at this Master Hong, when he came he was arrogant and critical of his master, but he changed his attitude in such a short time.

The seven were not gloating because they were taking advantage of the situation; they were just suddenly struck by the realization that some people and things might appear completely different if viewed from a different perspective.

Do not belittle yourself because you are in a weak or insignificant position, and do not be arrogant just because you hold a high position.

There are always people more capable than you; there are many people and things in this world that are beyond your reach.

"I don't like it, the flower fruit doesn't taste good," Mo Jiuwei said honestly.

Master Hong Dan was taken aback and looked down at the spiritual fruit in surprise.

He wasn't trying to fool the child on purpose. After all, anyone would instinctively offer something a child might like when they encounter one.

The pills and herbs in his own storage bag were not suitable to be given away, but this spiritual fruit was newly acquired and could be considered a novelty.

Moreover, it's not something cheap; just this small spiritual fruit costs three hundred crystal stones, enough for a poor cultivator to buy a dagger or magic weapon.

But this little girl not only easily called out its name, but also showed it disdain...

Master Hong Dan realized his mistake and, feeling ashamed, put away the spiritual fruit and took out a box.

"How about I give you this as a gift instead?"

"The Thorns of the Broken Peak?" Mo Jiuwei raised an eyebrow. "If you really want to give it to me, won't you change your mind?"

Coincidentally, there are still three materials on the list that she hasn't found yet, one of which is this Qiongfeng Thorn.

It seems that Master Hong Dan knew that Ren Ruojiu was looking for materials for him, and he happened to have some himself, which is why he took them out at this time.

"No, it was my choice to give it, so why would I go back on my word?"

"Thank you very much."

Mo Jiuwei immediately put it away.

A smile flickered across Ren Ruojiu's lips.

She told Master Hong Dan about Mo Jiuwei's upcoming visit, as she had her own plans.

Master Hong's vision is beyond doubt. He comes from a family of alchemists and has a strong background and connections. With him present, there is no fear that Mo Jiuwei's pill formula is fake.

On the other hand, if Mo Jiuwei could actually come up with an effective pill formula, then she would be able to gather one more of the materials she needed—

Ren Ruojiu has been searching for materials these past few days and has found four promising leads. She has also bought the other three, intending to deliver them as promised.

There is another one, which is the Thorn Peak that Master Hongdan possesses.

However, Master Hong Dan was convinced that Mo Jiuwei was a fraud and refused to sell to her no matter what.