A few months passed.
The silver moon hangs high in the sky illuminating the world with a gentle white light.
Lin Fan stood in front of a majestic building with groups of people going in and out of a large gate full of ancient architecture.
A huge plaque hung at the archway reading Mitter Auction House.
This is the most famous auction house in Wutan City with branches in almost all of Jiama Empire. It is backed by the giant Mitter family which is one of the four major families of the Empire. They are both reliable and just.
Lin Fan came here today to rid him of the title of being a broke. He has spent so many months in this world and has no money at all.
So he asked No. 5 to gather herbs with the help of Yao Lao from the magic beast mountain range. He kept some to practice alchemy and decided to sell the others to earn money. Moreover Yao Lao also volunteered to make some pills which could be sold which was more profitable than selling the raw herbs.
Lin Fan walked in under the cordial greeting of the attendants and was shocked. Beyond the entrance, there is a spacious hall splendidly decorated with chandelier and paintings. It seemed completely different from outside. It's worthy of being backed by the biggest business family in Jiama Empire. Even a branch is so luxurious.
Lin Fan made his way to the reception and after clarifying his purpose was pointed to the appraisal room.
Coming inside the appraisal room, he found a simple desk and a chair. And there was an old man sitting on the chair with a air of dignity around him. He didn't look up at all and asked to put the item on the table.
Lin Fan put the vial on the table and began to wait. The old man seemed very experienced. He carefully opened the lid and took a sniff. Then he put a silver needle over the vial and his calm face was shocked!
He raised his head for the first time and looked at Lin Fan's handsome face.
"This is a 3rd rank pill!"
Lin Fan also got the chance and nodded expressionlessly:
"This pill can not only help a Dou Shi breakthrough a small realm but also increase the cultivation speed of a Da Dou Shi."
Seeing the shocked look of the old man in front of him, Lin Fan was happy. This type of pretending is so cool!
This pill was refined by Yao Lao a few days ago. Wutan City is a small city and the people here are not very strong. There is no point in taking out high level pills as it can't be sold at all due to lack of buyer. This 3rd rank pill is the most profitable. It can fetch a good price.
The old man quickly got up from the seat and walked towards Lin Fan introducing himself while suggesting:
"My name is Gu Ni and I am the only 2nd rank alchemist and appraiser in the auction house. Sir, in my opinion if you want to auction this pill, it's better to list it for next month. We can also prepare during this time and let the news circulate."
This pill is a huge deal. Once this news is released almost all the bigwigs of the city will attend the auction. Giving them some time to prepare is the most profitable.
Lin Fan also nodded and agreed to this proposal: "Then do as you say."
"Sir, may I keep this pill for the time being if you don't mind?" Gu Ni hesitated a bit before speaking.
Lin Fan knew that this guy wanted to find a chance but he didn't care and turned around with a nod.
Gu Ni was relieved and there was a bit of excitement in his eyes. He has been stuck at the 2nd rank for a long time. Observing this 3rd rank pill may help him find a way.
Then under Gu Ni's careful behaviour, Lin Fan was escorted outside. Many people watched this with surprise. As the only alchemist in Wutan City, who can make him so respectful?
Lin Fan didn't mind and walked along the streets alone watching the night sky leisurely. Wutan City is really beautiful with tall mountains and flowing rivers surrounding the boundaries. He was amazed for a moment and couldn't help remembering his previous world: Can I ever go back?
Not dwelling on such thoughts any further, he quickly returned to the Xiao family. When he reached his residence, he found a person standing outside his door.
Lin Fan walked forward and found it to be Xiao Zhan!
"Patriarch Xiao, what are you doing here so late? Please come inside."
As the patriarch of the Xiao family, Lin Fan couldn't let him stand outside so he invited him in.
"You are Lin Fan right? Good, good. The Young man is really talented."
Xiao Zhan smiled gently and praised him.
Lin Fan was a bit confused as to what Xiao Zhan is doing here.
"Young man, I found out about Yan'er a few days ago. I am really grateful to you for helping him solve the issue. He has been quite depressed over it for these years. "
Oh, I see. Xiao Zhan seemed to have found out about Xiao Yan's returned talent so he came to him.
"Patriarch Xiao is polite. Brother Xiao Yan is so talented, he will definitely shine some day. Besides we are all friends so I should help him."
Xiao Zhan seemed very happy and kept chatting a lot. He also asked whether Lin Fan was having any difficulty living here and that he can stay as long as he likes.
Lin Fan sighed softly as he was really afraid he would be kicked out of the Xiao family one day. This is also the reason he wanted to make some money as soon as possible. Now it seems a shelter has been fixed. He also talked and laughed and it was not until late at night when Xiao Zhan left.
"Young man, if you need anything, feel free to ask me. You have helped Yan'er so much, you are the benefactor of this father and son."
"No, no uncle. You have allowed me to stay in this place which is already a huge help. I can't ask for more. Anyway, brother Xiao Yan is my friend. If he is in trouble, I will always help him."
Under Xiao Zhan's request he also changed his address to 'Uncle'.
Xiao Zhan nodded with a smile and left.