Chapter 47 Seed Plan Pu 18

In Aurora City, the Imperial Warriors are divided into three groups: Pu Group, Ye Group, and Mi Group. The Pu Group, also known as Dandelion, is responsible for gathering intelligence and can be sacrificed when necessary to handle various tasks. The Ye Group handles high-level assassinations, while the Mi Group, specifically Mi Gao, has the sole task of going undercover without needing to take any active actions until awakened by the Empire to execute critical missions.

As the only Mi Gao in Aurora City, concealing her identity is more important than anything else. Especially after the recent failures of the Pu Group, which have caused significant losses to the Empire!

And this guy was supposed to be dead at Karida's hands—Pu 18.

Not long ago, the mission to create a scandal at the Rose Holy Sanctuary failed, leading to a secret manhunt by the Holy Sanctuary. Not only was No. 18 captured, but other seeds were also exposed and uprooted. Even the Ye Group had to go into hiding and change their identities, resulting in substantial losses.

This guy, whose identity should have been exposed and who should have been dead, appeared lively before her last night!

There is no doubt that No. 18 has defected!

She did not recognize No. 18, but the scar on Wang Sanshi's arm was actually not a scar but a mark of a seed, recognizable only by high-ranking Mi Gaos. The seeds themselves were unaware of it.

Her first reaction was that it was a trap; she was being suspected, and they were using No. 18 to test her... But soon, from his natural demeanor, she realized he was quite open and not acting. Moreover, there was a significant difference in personality, a feeling that could not come from an Imperial agent.

But the scar could not be wrong.

Could he have fallen victim to puppet sorcery?

Yet, he did not seem like it. With no choice, Mapeier decided to play it safe and match his patience. After thoroughly investigating the entire potion workshop, she found nothing unusual.

She seemed to have missed a good opportunity to clean house, but it was better this way. Unless absolutely necessary, Mi Gaos do not act. Her current identity was hard-won, and she had infiltrated the core of the Judgment Holy Sanctuary, becoming a key talent reserve for the Institute of Potions. She could not risk everything over a small matter.

Rubbing her wrists, now purple from being bound, a fierce glint flashed in her eyes, gradually returning to calmness. There was no need to waste energy on a minor lackey.

Those who betray the Nine Gods will eventually be torn to shreds.

On his way back to the Rose, Old Wang hummed a tune, feeling elated. If everyone here were as weak as that eye girl, things would be much easier...

With the incident at the Judgment, it seems dangerous to return to that potion workshop anytime soon.

Moreover, once Eagle Eye draws attention, its secrets would be easily revealed to experts. The materials and methods are simple. Once the large batch of Eagle Eye I have flows out, it will likely be replicated within a month or two.

With others achieving a hundred percent success rate with first-class potions, prices will plummet. It will be harder to keep exploiting the Eight Sects.

To maximize the value of Eagle Eye, simply refining it won't work. The only option left is to sell the formula, making a one-time profit and leaving the risk to others.

To achieve this, I need to obtain certification for the formula.

The Holy Sanctuary was born during wartime and did not disappear afterward. It complements the governments of the League of Blades countries, similar to the relationship between secular and religious powers in medieval Europe.

After the war, the Holy Sanctuary mainly consists of three parts: the Holy Sanctuary Academy, the Holy Sanctuary Center, and the Holy Temple.

Every major city has a Holy Sanctuary Certification Center, which provides services such as certifying professional levels, potions, and crafting tools, as well as providing logistical support for heroes.

Certifying a potion formula is straightforward. One can apply for certification, and there is no repetition. The credibility and confidentiality are unquestionable.

As long as it does not involve the security of the League of Blades, formulas are not protected. Ultimately, a potion formula must belong to a major power to maximize benefits. Wang Feng never expected otherwise, given that even Earth's civilizations have not solved this issue.

Does Karida have the power? Yes, but seeking help from her would be like throwing meat to a dog. That woman doesn't spit out bones.

After sleeping through the morning at the Rose Holy Sanctuary, Wang Feng headed straight to the Holy Sanctuary Potion Center in Aurora City. The certification process was simple. A first-class potion required only a hundred Rios. He submitted a dedicated application, a list of ingredients (without specific proportions), and a bottle of the potion. Next, he waited for the review results from the Potion Master Guild, a confidential process.

Leaving the Potion Center, Old Wang awaited the results, moving forward with his plan.

A wonderful life awaits.

At the Rune Academy, with the intention of selling the formula, Old Wang didn't care much about the few potions he had. Previously, Yin Fu had ordered thirty bottles, which he delivered as promised.

"Spirit Jade Ointment? I forgot to bring it." Old Wang was quite magnanimous: "Don't give me that look. Do you think I'd take advantage of you? Here, have two extra bottles. Next time, I'll definitely remember to bring the Spirit Jade Ointment. Trust me!"

"...Alright, I'll trust you this once." Holding the free potions worth four thousand Rios, Mo Tong felt a bit dazed. Could he have misjudged Wang Feng? Giving away potions worth two thousand Rios each so casually... This was unexpected: "But next time, you must remember!"

Although the gift was expensive, his Spirit Jade Ointment was even more valuable. If sold on the market, it would fetch at least ten thousand Rios. Yet, why did he feel like the stingy one?

"Brother, Li Sitan said he'll take us to visit his rune mechanical workshop next week," Yin Fu said excitedly, putting away the potions. For young people, rune mechanics were the coolest thing in the world: "Will you come, Brother?"

"Which day next week?"

"Monday."

"Of course, I'll come!" Old Wang was genuinely interested. Rune mechanics were a specialty in the game "Nine Heavens" and a pinnacle of rune technology in this world. They were truly impressive.

Aurora City's Rose Holy Sanctuary is one of the continent's rune sanctuaries, and Li Sitan is among the best. Old Wang really wanted to see how far he had progressed: "I'll bring the Spirit Jade Ointment for Mo Tong then. Monday, I'll bring it for you!"

"Isn't it tomorrow?" Mo Tong became wary, the two free potion bottles in his pocket feeling hot.

"Look at you again." Old Wang patted Mo Tong's shoulder and sighed: "Brother, you're too suspicious. Young people should be more positive. I have things to do these days, so I can't come to the academy."

"Are you going to the library again?" Yin Fu asked curiously.

"No."

Old Wang smiled smugly, feeling great. The certification letter from the Potion Center arrived last night, showing impressive efficiency.

In the Potion Center's records, Wang Feng began accumulating credits as a potion master. In the early human profession system, certification was relatively simple. In peacetime, however, it became more complex. To become a formal potion master, one needs nine silver stars, typically difficult to obtain, starting with bronze stars. Wang Feng received silver stars because of his invention, indicating the center recognized his achievement.

The letter praised Wang Feng and asked if he planned to donate the formula to the Potion Center, detailing the benefits, such as advancing closer to the Supreme Saint's soul.

However, Old Wang was not interested.

A few stars and a few thousand Rios wouldn't cut it. Only the world's richest engage in donations; he was still struggling to make ends meet.

His next plan was to sell the formula safely, and the only viable option was the Sea Clan!

Aurora City is one of the three cities that the League of Blades has opened for free trade with the sea folk. The sea folk are particularly interested in human rune technology, potion-making techniques, and forging skills, and they are never stingy about these things. Due to its neutral stance, this also makes things extremely convenient for Wang Feng's future.

Moreover, my Eagle Eye potion works just as effectively on the sea folk.

Old Wang hasn't been idle. This "return home plan" is meticulously planned—bold when it needs to be and cautious when necessary.

Thirty-two bottles of Eagle Eye exchanged for sixty thousand lios might seem like a lot, but after deducting Fantasia's capital and his share, only a little over twenty thousand remain. With the leftover money and five bottles of Eagle Eye, Old Wang headed to the Avenue of the Eight Sages.

Clothes definitely need to be stylish and impressive. One must carry oneself well, and of course, Old Wang’s taste is impeccable—elegant yet not pretentious, fashionable without being extravagant. After a lively chat at the tailor's, he even managed to get a 20% discount from the owner.

Appreciation of quality.

With new clothes, the hair needs some attention too. No man is ugly; a clean appearance, a proper outfit, and a neat hairstyle can turn anyone into a handsome young man.

Looking at himself in the mirror, Old Wang nodded in satisfaction.

This appearance now aligns more closely with his identity, though two thousand lios have flown away.

Of course, money is earned, not saved.

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