C1178 The Unspoken Rules of the Alchemy City
C1178 The Unspoken Rules of the Alchemy City
Ten days wasn't a big deal. After all, this was the test of Yu Ming's standard. In his opinion, being able to arrange it as soon as possible was already giving Chu Tian face. He didn't expect Chu Tian to be so dissatisfied instead.
"Is there a special reason why you are so anxious?" Niu Guran asked.
If it was anyone else, he would naturally ignore them. But now, Niu Guran could tell that Chu Tian was a talent that could be created. Therefore, he wanted to try his best to find out what Chu Tian was thinking.
"I heard that in order to enter the interior of the Pill Refining City, one must have the qualification of Yu Ming. That's why I want to participate in the test." Chu Tian said.
"How could I not know about this? Oh. I see. You don't seem to be an alchemist from the headquarters of my Alchemist Guild. That might be the reason why I was fooled. Actually, there are quite a number of apothecaries from the headquarters who look down on the opinions of other foreign apothecaries. I'm afraid that you have been duped." Niu Guran said.
Chu Tian was slightly stunned. He had never thought that it would be like this. However, when he recalled the time when that person saw him, his eyes also carried a look of contempt.
It seemed like he had been too careless and had not considered this point. However, from this, it could be seen that this alchemy city was not friendly to foreign alchemists.
"If you only want to enter this inner city, I can bring you there to take a look. With me leading the way, the others naturally won't dare to look down on you." Niu Guran said.
Similarly, he was very curious about this young man. It was really surprising that such a talented alchemist was discovered until now.
"Thank you for your help." Chu Tian said.
With the latter leading the way, it would indeed save him a lot of trouble. As an alchemist who was an outsider, it was easy for him to be targeted here.
After that, Niu Guran really led the way for Chu Tian. The two of them headed towards the inner city just like that. It was quite quiet in the inner city. Compared to the bustling outside, this place was like a world of ice and fire.
However, Chu Tian glanced at those houses. Most of the houses were quite luxurious. He was afraid that the people here were either rich or noble.
"It isn't an absolute prohibition to stay here, but if there isn't an alchemist you know... Other people won't see you, but those who are able to live here are all famous alchemists. There are many people who want to come here to find a special Medicine Pill to concoct. " Niu Guran explained to Chu Tian.
After hearing the latter's words, Chu Tian also roughly understood the meaning of the latter's words. The Medicine Pill sold outside was merely something that the public needed.
However, if there was a need for a treasure, it was naturally necessary for a specialized person to refine it. Everyone here was an alchemist who was worthy of being called an alchemist. It was definitely not a simple matter to hire such an alchemist to refine a ___.
"I see. It's so sad that this place is so deserted. However, since they are members of the Apothecary Guild, don't they need to bear any responsibility?" Chu Tian asked in puzzlement.
"It's normal for you to think this way. However, becoming a member of the Alchemist Guild doesn't mean that you are bound to do so. However, if you want to trade in this city, you must pay a reasonable price. After all, the Pill Refinement City provides you with an advantage over the terrain. Hence, it is very normal for you to charge a fee for this. In other aspects, you were free to do as you wished. However, this was only a fee for the apothecaries who were attached to the Apothecary Guild on the surface. If you really want to join the Apothecary Guild, there will be even more questions. However, most of the people here are only relying on the Apothecary Guild. " Niu Guran said with a cold smile.
It seemed like he didn't care about those people. After walking around for a while, Chu Tian had a rough understanding of the Pill Refining City.
"You said before that if you want to sell here, you have to pay the fee. If you want to do business here, do you have any special requirements?" Chu Tian looked at Niu Guran with a sharp gaze and said.
After hearing Chu Tian's question, Niu Guran revealed a satisfied smile, as if he was waiting for Chu Tian to ask this question again.
"Although there are no special requirements, I think you should have already seen it. In this alchemy city, every inch of land is worth a fortune. Therefore, you won't be able to start a business with a single person. The only thing you can choose is to sell to those shops. " Niu Guran said.
Chu Tian furrowed his brows. If this was the case, the price would naturally be greatly reduced. However, he could also see that within this city... The business of the shop was booming. It was as difficult as ascending to the heavens for him to obtain a territory.
Although this would lower the benefits he would get, it wasn't impossible for Chu Tian, who wanted to make a fortune crazily, to make this choice.
"Looks like young man, you want to sell the Medicine Pill to earn money. But now, let me give you a piece of advice. Now, let's first consider transferring to my headquarters' guild and become an alchemist of the headquarters' guild. This will be helpful to your trade fair. Otherwise, I'm afraid that even if you have good goods now, other people might not accept it. " Niu Guran said.
Chu Tian frowned. He had a skeptical expression on his face. After that, they entered a shop. However, Niu Guran didn't follow Chu Tian into the shop. It was as if he had already guessed what kind of situation Chu Tian would encounter.
Currently, this shop was quite popular. There were already quite a number of people in the shop. Even when they were busy, the waiter still noticed Chu Tian's figure.
"I don't know what you need, customer. As long as you tell me, I will get it for you as soon as possible." The waiter said with a fawning expression.
It seemed that the latter also saw that Chu Tian was a distinguished guest. Chu Tian looked around.
"I am an alchemist. I wish to sell some Medicine Pill. Can you let me talk to your boss?" Chu Tian asked.
After hearing Chu Tian's words, the waiter was stunned for a moment. Then, he immediately showed Chu Tian an even more respectful attitude.
"This is really disrespectful. I didn't know you were an alchemist. Please come with me. I will bring you to our boss now." The waiter said nervously.
It seemed that alchemists had a high status in this city. That was why the waiter was so nervous when he returned. Under the guidance of the waiter, Chu Tian had arrived at the back hall of the shop. In the back hall, there was an elegant room. And now, a man was burning incense and making tea.
Although it was noisy outside, it was unusually quiet in his shop.
"Boss, this customer said that he is an alchemist and wants to sell Medicine Pill to our shop." The waiter spoke swiftly.
After hearing his words, the man opened his eyes and looked at Chu Tian. When he saw Chu Tian's young age, the latter was slightly startled but quickly recovered his composure.
"I didn't expect that there would be a fellow Daoist here. I apologize for not welcoming you. You can leave now. I will personally welcome you." The man said.
After hearing his words, the waiter felt as if he had been granted amnesty. Then, he immediately went to the back of the hall.
"Please take a seat!" The latter smiled and said.
Chu Tian nodded and sat down naturally.
"I heard that you are an alchemist at such a young age. I wonder where you are from. It's not that I am confident, but I have heard of some alchemists in this city. However, this is the first time I have seen an apothecary at such a young age. " The man spoke.
"I'm from the Alchemist Association of Qingzhou. I just happened to be here today. I think you're here to collect Medicine Pill, right? I happen to have a batch of Medicine Pill with me. That's why I want to work with your shop. " Chu Tian said.
After hearing this, the man was slightly stunned. Then, his expression lost its previous enthusiasm.
"If that's the case, I'm afraid this business isn't going to be easy for me. You should hire someone else." The man said.
Chu Tian furrowed his brows. How could things go so smoothly? Although Niu Guran had mentioned it to him before, he didn't expect it to be rejected to such an extent. The latter didn't even want to know what kind of Medicine Pill he was going to bring up.