"If I'm not mistaken, this is… Youlan Grass?!" (Netherworld Blue Grass)
Dai Chengfeng gazed at the herb that was entirely deep blue, shimmering with a silvery glow. Its translucent stem seemed to have tiny "dragons" swimming within it.
After carefully examining it, a flicker of joy passed through his eyes.
"Ying, ying, ying?"
At this moment, the Three-Eyed Golden Lion was nibbling on a Baihua Pill, savoring its taste. Her large eyes were half-closed in pure bliss.
After finishing one pill, she let out a curious chirp toward Dai Chengfeng, as if asking, "What's Youlan Grass?"
Can it also be made into such delicious "candy"?
Dai Chengfeng looked at the adorable, slightly mischievous Three-Eyed Golden Lion and smiled, tossing her another Baihua Pill. At the same time, he excitedly explained, "The Youlan Grass is an herb I previously saw mentioned in an ancient text."
"It can be used to refine a very special kind of pill—the Daoist Great Restoration Pill."
In Dai Chengfeng's previous life, the most famous Great Restoration Pill was the one from the Shaolin Temple, which was said to increase one's cultivation by sixty years.
However, all of that was false.
The Great Restoration Pill did exist, but it couldn't directly increase cultivation. It did, however, have remarkable effects on strengthening the body, far exceeding what ordinary people imagined.
But.
It wasn't only the Shaolin Temple that had the Great Restoration Pill. The Daoists also had their own version, and originally, the Great Restoration Pill actually originated from Taoism.
As early as the Tang Dynasty, someone had composed a poem titled The Secrets of the Great Restoration Pill.
"The treasured chambers of Mount Min house nine immortals; the sun and moon swirl around the hollows beneath. A true immortal resides here eternally, where jade pools gather energy and vitality flows unceasingly…"
And in Dai Chengfeng's previous life, he had been born into Taoism.
He had studied Taoism for a year before being recommended by his temple to enroll in the prestigious Taoist Academy, surpassing the admission threshold of 216 points by a staggering 113 points.
Thus, he was quite familiar with the recipe for the Great Restoration Pill.
After all, who among those who read martial arts novels wouldn't be curious about such a legendary medicine?
"However, in my understanding…"
"Youlan Grass should have been just an ordinary herb, unique only in the way it glowed faintly blue when illuminated by lamplight at night, making it appear somewhat magical."
"But this Youlan Grass…"
"Is it because this world is different?"
Dai Chengfeng's eyes reflected doubt, but more so excitement.
'I never expected to encounter Youlan Grass in the Douluo Continent, and in such a mystical form!'
'Now that I have this main ingredient for the Great Restoration Pill…'
'Other ingredients like Angelica and Rehmannia are relatively easy to obtain.'
Thinking this, Dai Chengfeng unconsciously clenched his fists. 'If I refine a batch of Great Restoration Pill in this world—pills capable of strengthening the foundation, cleansing the meridians, and transforming the body…'
'Then my father, who is just one step away from becoming a Title Douluo, and High Priest Zhu Hongye, who is already at level 89, could officially reach the rank of Title Douluo.'
'Uncle Zhu Fan and my mother would also have a chance to break through to the level of Title Douluo!'
'As for myself, I'd gain an enormous boost. Since I'd be taking it first, the effects of strengthening the foundation and cleansing the meridians would only be stronger for me!'
Instantly, Dai Chengfeng's breathing grew slightly rapid, his eyes filled with excitement.
"Ying, ying, ying~"
On the other side, the Three-Eyed Golden Lion had swallowed the last Baihua Pill.
She looked at Dai Chengfeng, whose eyes were blazing with excitement as he stared at the Youlan Grass, and let out a soft chirp, as if reminding him: This little herb belongs to me…
Hearing the Three-Eyed Golden Lion's call, Dai Chengfeng chuckled and retrieved a white jade gourd from his soul-guidance ring.
"Little one, let's make a deal. I'll take this herb, and in exchange…"
Dai Chengfeng paused briefly, then opened the mouth of the white jade gourd.
Instantly, a fragrant aroma of flowers and herbs wafted out.
"Ying, ying, ying~"
In an instant, the Three-Eyed Golden Lion's usually lively eyes widened in shock. She seemed unable to believe that there were still so many of those delicious "candies."
Without hesitation, she leaped into Dai Chengfeng's arms, stretching her cute little paws toward the white jade gourd.
However, Dai Chengfeng held the gourd high above her head. After a few failed attempts to reach it, she turned to look at him, her small mouth pouting pitifully.
"Don't worry, all of these are for you."
Looking at the adorable Three-Eyed Golden Lion in his arms, Dai Chengfeng smiled.
As he spoke, he gently shook the white jade gourd, releasing an even stronger fragrance. The Three-Eyed Golden Lion's body swayed along with it, her eyes growing hazy as if intoxicated.
"I'll trade these pills for this herb."
Dai Chengfeng continued.
Upon hearing this, the Three-Eyed Golden Lion slowly retracted her eager gaze, tilting her head as if contemplating Dai Chengfeng's words.
Her eyes darted back and forth between the Youlan Grass and the white jade gourd, hesitating.
Clearly, she knew that this Youlan Grass was valuable.
"And moreover, I can promise you…"
"When this herb is refined into a pill, I'll save one for you. How does that sound?"
Seeing this, Dai Chengfeng offered another condition.
Since the Three-Eyed Golden Lion would eventually become his soul ring, he didn't hesitate to make generous promises. After all, he wanted her to grow stronger—stronger was better!
Hearing Dai Chengfeng's new offer, the Three-Eyed Golden Lion hesitated only briefly before nodding eagerly, chirping "ying, ying" continuously.
It was as if she were saying: Deal! The Youlan Grass is yours, now give me those candies.
"Then it's settled!"
Dai Chengfeng smiled contentedly, gently patting the Three-Eyed Golden Lion's small head before handing her the white jade gourd.
The Three-Eyed Golden Lion rubbed her fluffy head with her tiny paw, seemingly displeased with Dai Chengfeng's earlier pat.
However, she quickly forgot about it, her attention completely absorbed by the white jade gourd in her hands.
Cradling the gourd, she eagerly poured out the Baihua Pills inside. One by one, the colorful pills rolled out, and she chirped happily before devouring them with great gusto.
Meanwhile, Dai Chengfeng carefully retrieved tools from his soul-guidance ring and meticulously dug up the Youlan Grass, storing it safely in his ring.
After securing the Youlan Grass, he turned to the Three-Eyed Golden Lion, who was still indulging in the delicious Baihua Pills.
"Little one, it's not easy for a human like me to visit the core region of the Great Star Forest."
"How will I find you next time if I want to give you more pills?"
Dai Chengfeng asked softly.
Hearing this, the Three-Eyed Golden Lion raised her head, her large eyes spinning thoughtfully as if pondering the question.
After a while, she suddenly extended her tiny paw, plucked a few golden strands of fur from her head, and handed them to Dai Chengfeng, chirping "ying, ying" softly.
It was as if she were saying: If you bring these strands of fur, I'll know you've come.
"Alright, it's a deal."
Dai Chengfeng smiled, accepting the fur and storing it carefully. He then reached out to gently pat her head once more.
This time, the Three-Eyed Golden Lion no longer resisted, merely shaking her head lightly.
Soon, Dai Chengfeng stood up and glanced at the darkening sky.
"Little one, I'm glad to have met you. Until next time."
The Three-Eyed Golden Lion didn't even look up, still cradling the white jade gourd and focused on eating the Baihua Pills, responding only with a few soft chirps of "ying, ying."
Dai Chengfeng chuckled, not minding her lack of attention.
With that, he turned and walked back toward where Da Ming and Er Ming were waiting.
As Dai Chengfeng's figure gradually disappeared into the distance, the Three-Eyed Golden Lion finally raised her head, watching his retreating back. A hint of reluctance flickered in her usually lively eyes.
She tilted her head, letting out a few soft chirps. Then, she glanced down at the white jade gourd in her hands and popped another Baihua Pill into her mouth.
Only this time, she ate it much more slowly, as if savoring the flavor.
(T/N: Great Restoration Pill can also be translated as Great Rejuvenation Pill, pretty commonly mentioned in other Wuxia/Xianxia works)
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