He achieved the pinnacle of martial arts starting with breaking through the limits of Tiger Fist.

Jiang Lin entered the shop. It was already late, and there were no other customers.

"What do you need, sir?"

The shopkeeper came forward to ask.

Since he knew he'd have to say it sooner or later, Jiang Lin didn't beat around the bush. "Does the shopkeeper know what stone marrow is, what ancient pond wild rice is, and what triple-frost lotus root starch is?"

The shopkeeper's eyes lit up, realizing a big business opportunity had arrived. He then said, "This is not the place to talk. Please follow me to the second floor, sir."

Do we need to go up to the second floor?

Jiang Lin was slightly startled; these things seemed to be more than just ordinary!

However, Jiang Lin was not afraid as he carried eight hundred taels of silver notes with him today, so he calmly followed the shopkeeper upstairs to the second floor.

Upon reaching the second floor, the innkeeper invited Jiang Lin to sit down at an octagonal table.

"Please wait a moment, sir, I'll be right back."

Then a maidservant served fragrant tea and pastries. After Jiang Lin took a bite and expressed his satisfaction, she withdrew.

Less than a quarter of an hour later, the shopkeeper returned with a book in his hand.

"Sorry to keep you waiting, sir. Everything you asked for is recorded here."

"oh."

Jiang Lin looked at the book in front of him with slight surprise. In Jiang Lin's opinion, this book was quite a large volume.

It is at least much thicker than the book on rare and exotic animals that the Long family kept.

"Thank you, shopkeeper."

Jiang Lin was about to reach for the book to read when the shopkeeper stopped him.

"Please wait, sir. This book is priced at five hundred taels."

The shopkeeper held up his palm and made a five-point gesture.

"How many?"

Jiang Lin was truly shocked.

"Five hundred taels," the shopkeeper reiterated.

"This book records a large number of precious fish and aquatic treasures, rare and precious materials, mythical birds and exotic beasts, as well as the ingredients for the incense bait that you just inquired about. Do you think it's worth five hundred taels?"

Jiang Lin was slightly taken aback. "Worth it."

But all I need are the bait ingredients; I know all the others from the Dragon Family Records!

"Shopkeeper, could you please sell only the bait ingredients?"

The shopkeeper smiled and said politely, "No, we don't sell them individually."

"..."

This is a case of a big store bullying its customers. Jiang Lin felt a headache coming on.

However, the store was indeed huge, and Jiang Lin said he had no complaints.

It seems that knowledge is not cheap in any world, and you can't refuse to buy it.

He has had the formula for several months now, and apart from today at the Sihai Chamber of Commerce, he hasn't been able to find a single clue anywhere else.

Jiang Lin could only reluctantly take out his money to pay.

The shopkeeper immediately beamed with smiles and became much more enthusiastic, even escorting Jiang Lin downstairs.

"Please take care, sir. Come again in a few days."

"Come again? Who would dare to come to such a shady place?" Jiang Lin turned around and was about to leave.

"No, there's a murderous aura."

Jiang Lin looked around and a sharp gaze came straight at him from behind the counter.

"Eagle Claw Sect, Gu Yun."

Jiang Lin recognized the person in front of him instantly. Although he had only met him once at the Long family banquet, Jiang Lin had a deep impression of him.

This person should be considered an enemy, right?

After all, he sent his men to kill Senior Brother Zhou, while he himself killed his men.

That would be his enemy, Jiang Lin immediately labeled him in his mind.

Jiang Lin immediately glared back. Since they were enemies, how could he show weakness?

Jiang Lin knew that backing down was useless. Since it was useless, why should he let him glare at him for nothing?

Gu Yun was somewhat taken aback by Jiang Lin's sudden surge in momentum.

Over the years, there has been intrigue and deceit in Changning County, but all of that was done behind the scenes. No one had ever offended him so openly.

Their eye contact continued until Jiang Lin walked out of the store.

How dare he? Who does he think he is?

Somewhat irritated, Gu Yun turned to the shopkeeper and asked, "Why did this person come downstairs? What kind of deal is he doing here?"

"We can't just reveal things about our customers."

The shopkeeper's response was indifferent, his face revealing no emotion.

"I am the young master of the Eagle Claw Sect," Gu Yun said angrily.

The shopkeeper smiled, a very gentle smile.

"This is the Sihai Chamber of Commerce."

"..."

Gu Yun almost choked on his breath.

He was truly out of his mind with anger; how could he lash out like this here? Gu Yun took a deep breath, forcibly calming himself down before speaking, "I lost my composure just now; please forgive me, shopkeeper."

"Guests are always welcome, please, Young Master Gu."

Gu Yun froze again. Was this a way of turning the guest away?

Frustrated, Gu Yun left the shop and returned to the Eagle Claw Sect headquarters. He summoned his men and instructed them, "Don't send the men we've recruited to the fish market yet. I have other matters to attend to."

……

Jiang Lin returned to the martial arts school and began to read books by the moonlight.

The so-called "stone marrow" is the essence of stone that seeps out from the condensation of earth energy in the deep mountain crevices. It is milky white and sticky, and turns yellowish over time.

The so-called "Three-Frost Lotus Root Powder" is a special type of lotus root that grows near cold springs and flowing water. It is called Frost Jade Lotus Root, and "Three Frosts" refers to the three-year duration.

And then there are the "ancient pond rice", "reed tips covered in frost", and "deep water moss", all of which can only be seen in deep mountains and large lakes, places that are difficult to visit in ordinary times.

But Jiang Lin didn't have the time or energy to search the whole world.

"No wonder the shopkeeper said he'd come back in a few days; he's got his eye on me, I'm definitely going to buy from him."

Wait, that's not right. If I'm going to buy something, I can just give you the name of the material and buy it directly. Why would I need to buy a book?

Jiang Lin slapped his forehead. He had spent his life hunting geese, only to be pecked by them himself. He had truly miscalculated this time.

"Yes, it's all Senior Brother Li's fault. He made the Four Seas Chamber of Commerce sound too powerful, which made me lose my composure."

Jiang Lin comforted himself while shifting the blame to Li Changfeng, who had left the martial arts school.

……

For the next few days, Jiang Lin fished during the day and practiced his martial arts at night.

During this time, they caught another treasure fish and exchanged it for four bottles of elixirs.

All the other items that couldn't be exchanged for pills were sold to raise money, which somewhat made up for the empty pockets.

Jiang Lin

[Breakthrough Point] 2 (Progress 63%)

[Skill] Fishing (Second Limit Break 2000/2000)

My fishing skills are now at max level; all that's left is to break the limit.

Based on the potency of the Refining Skin Realm Pills, only three pills are needed to max out the Breakthrough Point progress.

In other words, under the principle of not wasting resources, the fishing skills are only three days away from breaking the limit for the third time.

In the backyard room, Jiang Lingang had just finished telling Xiao Qi a story, from the battle against 100,000 heavenly soldiers to defeating the Four Heavenly Kings, and finally the battle against the Nine Luminaries.

Long Che's eyes lit up after hearing the series of fights, but he finally had to fall asleep under Jiang Lin's coercion.

As Jiang Lin stepped outside, he thought to himself, "They're already this excited before even getting to the battle with Erlang Shen. When the real havoc in the Heavenly Palace begins, I doubt I'll be able to sleep."

Jiang Lin walked towards the front yard, feeling smug.

"Junior brother."

Jiang Lin turned around abruptly and saw a person dressed in pure white standing at the end of the corridor, their figure ethereal.

No, what kind of people are these?! First there was Senior Sister Long, whose whereabouts were always unpredictable, and now, even worse, there's someone who likes to dress up as a ghost at night.

"Hey senior, why are you walking so quietly?"

Jiang Lin couldn't help but complain.

Li Changfeng calmly replied, "I didn't move, so naturally there was no movement."

Jiang Lin felt exhausted and asked, "When did you return, Senior Brother?"

"I returned after dark, specifically to wait for my junior brother."

Jiang Lin, feeling helpless, made a gesture of invitation, meaning to get to the point quickly.

Now it was Li Changfeng's turn to be conflicted; the constipated look from a few days ago reappeared on his face.

Jiang Lin's heart skipped a beat when he saw that expression. "Something big must have happened. It's best not to listen."

He was about to force himself to leave, but it was too late.

Li Changfeng took out a wooden box from his pocket and slowly walked towards Jiang Lin.

Don't come any closer!

Jiang Lin took two steps back as if in response.

"Junior brother, what are you doing?"

Jiang Lin suddenly had an idea. "I just remembered that I still have clothes to pack, so I'll take my leave now."