Chapter 38

Lian used this much strength, and even so, the efficacy of the Shunqing Lianshui surpassed other medicines. And this fact had fueled the demand for Zhenqing Lianshui. 'If Shunqing Lianshui is this useful, then how much more would Zhenqing Lianshui be...?' he thought. More effort was put into Zhenqing Lianshui. While refining, he made the essential oils blend even better and added extra spiritual energy. After using almost all the spiritual energy, the essential oils left in the mansion were also depleted, and it was after the moon had risen. Spiritual Energy: 11/100 'Should I go hiking again?' He had vowed never to go to the mountains again, but it felt like human intentions were truly fickle. "I will send the packaged items to Mansong Merchant Guild through Liucheng Escort Agency tomorrow morning." "Our escort agency will be responsible for the transportation?" Duan Mu Xianwu turned around, a bit surprised. Selecting a transportation company was a sensitive issue, not something that could be changed on a whim. "Yes! Since Liucheng Escort Agency is relatively small, we decided to only handle the transportation from the mansion to the merchant guild. I've also discussed this with Aunt Wei." "That's really great!" "When the carriage returns with the essential oils to be used as materials, it should be just right." "Will we have to work like this again tomorrow?" "We only worked for half a day today, so I think that much should be enough for tomorrow too," Lian said, stretching comfortably. The past few days of thinking about the Golden Chamber, sparring, and training had all flown away, leaving him feeling refreshed. The next morning, Lian had to accept that he had been somewhat complacent. * * * It had been a very long time since so much logistics had started moving in and out of the mansion. Thanks to this, all the family members came out to watch the essential oil jars being neatly stacked. "Wow, the essential oils just keep coming in without end." "We're making all of this in our pharmacy, right? It's the Qing Lianshui, isn't it?" "It's said to be so effective." "What? Really?" "The young master who used this got the top rank in the imperial exams, the top rank. T-O-P R-A-N-K!" "Oh, that one..." "Then what are you thinking? This early in the morning?" "I, I'm not going to take the imperial exams." "Oh, really..." "Why are you embarrassing me? Are you going to take the imperial exams?" "No, even if I don't take the imperial exams, it would still help with martial arts training. Qing Lianshui isn't a potion that shows you the answers to the imperial exams." "You drink it?" "I'll go crazy." The servants gathered and moved the essential oil jars into the pharmacy. Lian, who had woken up early due to the commotion, was watching this. Among them, a member of the Mansong Merchant Guild who had accompanied the Liucheng Escort Agency's carriage recognized Lian and quickly approached him. "Young Master, I am Zhang Chengfeng, a member of the merchant guild under Miss Ye." A middle-aged man with white hair by his ears bowed respectfully to Lian. "Wow, you've worked hard this early morning." "Oh, it's a good thing. Miss Ye asked me to convey that she prepared the highest quality essential oils. We've only brought enough to fill the carriage, so if it's not enough, please let us know, and we'll send more materials. Please focus on the production and don't worry about other things..." "Making it isn't difficult, but do we really need this much..." Lian said, pointing to the mountain of essential oil jars. He had thought that a half day would be enough when he went to bed last night, but seeing the jars filling up made him feel a bit overwhelmed. "We sent a week's worth this early morning..." "Oh, that will all be used up by the time the sun sets this afternoon." "Really?" "Of course. Nowadays, people come from far away. There are even apothecaries who offer a commission to be notified first when the goods arrive. Of course, Miss Ye doesn't deal with such things." Hearing that what he had made all afternoon yesterday would be finished in half a day today, Lian felt a bit anxious. He quickly promised to make more and send them, and saw Zhang Chengfeng off. Zhang Chengfeng, deeply moved by Lian's personal farewell, bowed several times before returning to the merchant guild. At the same time, Lian selected people who could be mobilized for the production of Qing Lianshui within the mansion. Duan Mu Xianwu, being the head of the pharmacy and a close friend of Lian, was helping, but it didn't seem right to mobilize the elders. 'Among the remaining people, those with skilled hands and who won't leak the formula...' When he narrowed it down, there were very few people who could be mobilized. Also, due to the difficult situation of the mansion, the remaining people had many tasks assigned to them and couldn't be easily pulled away. Lian was busy selecting the necessary workforce in the front garden of the pharmacy. "Good morning, Miss Lian." "Oh! Master Ye. Did you sleep well?" "Can I come in?" "Yes, please come in!" Ye Yun, holding a small book, stepped into the pharmacy. "I was reviewing what you told me during my morning walk, but I had a question, so I asked around and was told you were here..." Lian smiled slightly, feeling a bit embarrassed. "We're making and selling a medicine in the pharmacy, and the demand has suddenly increased. I had to come out early this morning to make it. What was your question, Master Ye?" She was ready to answer his question quickly, but Ye Yun brought up something else. "You said you were short on hands. If you need help, can I assist?" "What?" "If it's just helping with the packaging, I can lend a hand..." Lian, who initially widened her eyes, pursed her lips and carefully considered his offer. Specifically, she was considering Ye Yun. 'Ye Yun. A future Daoist of the Kunlun Sect... He's exceptionally talented and only interested in that. His offer to help now...' Lian saw through Ye Yun's intentions. He wanted to quickly spar and train to achieve higher levels, but since Lian seemed to have something urgent, he wanted to help her finish it quickly. 'The ratio of Qing Lianshui isn't that critical anyway.' She was already prepared for counterfeits to appear given the enthusiastic response to Qing Lianshui. Any group with information could calculate the amount of essential oils entering the mansion. Jien Wei Yun might have done some work to disguise it, but it wouldn't last long in front of keen eyes. However, there was one thing people didn't know: the core of Qing Lianshui was her own strength. This was something that couldn't be leaked, so there was no need to worry. "But you're a guest." "At the same time, Miss Lian is also my teacher. It's only natural to help." She politely declined once, and Ye Yun made a joke. Lian, with a grateful expression, grabbed Ye Yun's hands. "It will be a great help. I'm really, really grateful." * * * Ye Yun had offered to help, but he thought he would only be assisting with packaging and stacking jars. It was surprising that the direct descendants of the mansion were involved in the production of the medicine, but he had known from the look of the mansion that it wasn't particularly wealthy. However, as soon as he entered the medicine room, he saw a large paper on one wall. Dongqing Oil - 40% Peppermint Oil and Peppermint Alcohol mixed 1:1 - 30% Aniseed Oil - 20% Camphor, Lavender, Sandalwood Oil, and Thyme Oil mixed in equal parts - 10% This was the ratio for Qing Lianshui. Ye Yun was unusually surprised. "L-Lian! I saw this..." Isn't this usually considered a secret of the mansion? If it leaks, it could lead to the extermination of the clan. "Ah. It's better to see it while working to avoid confusion and ensure accuracy. There won't be any mistakes from asking others." "But, that..." "Master Ye, are we not close? You won't tell the formula of Qing Lianshui to anyone else, right?" "Of course not!" "I trust Master Ye." Ye Yun took a deep breath. The eyes of the girl looking up at him sparkled like stars. If anyone betrayed those eyes, they would deserve to be called the scum of the earth... "I will never let you down." Ye Yun said firmly. Lian smiled. Duan Mu Xianwu, watching the interaction from a distance, smiled warmly. "Sister." "Oh, Ruan?" At that moment, a boy who was a servant of Duan Mu Lian approached and spoke. He had heard that Duan Mu Lian and the boy grew up like siblings, but the boy didn't look like an ordinary servant. He had no trace of servility, and his features were distinct and his nose high, making him look more like a young master from a wealthy family.