The image clearly depicted an area-damage magic bomb! The entire production process of the area-damage magic bomb was described in detail. Area-damage magic bombs were categorized into basic, intermediate, advanced, and expert levels. Intermediate-level area-damage magic bombs could be crafted by advanced alchemists, while advanced-level bombs required master or even grandmaster-level alchemists to successfully produce. As for the expert-level area-damage magic bombs, they required an even higher level of alchemical expertise.
In the previous life, the highest-ranked alchemist was only at the grandmaster level, as alchemy was widely regarded as the most challenging profession to level up due to its skill proficiency requirements.
Besides the area-damage magic bombs, the book also contained illustrated instructions for other items, such as goblin firearms. Similar to crossbows, goblin firearms were used for pulling monsters, but they had a longer range and were highly favored by players who specialized in aggro pulling. Further pages contained more advanced items, such as goblin mechanical automatons, goblin miniaturizers, and goblin defibrillators—items brimming with fantastical and magical elements.
All these creations were the products of the goblins, a race known for their brilliant magical and scientific civilization.
This book, “De La’s Magical Devices,” was undoubtedly an invaluable treasure that could never be purchased for any price.
Today’s gains far exceeded Nie Yan’s expectations, making him extremely excited. Additionally, the item “Eina’s Prayer Gauntlets” was an epic-tier piece of equipment.
Eina’s Prayer Gauntlets: Required Intelligence: 630.
Attributes: 520–532 armor, +30 agility, +30 speed, +20 balance. It also granted level 12 Holy Flame Blast and level 12 Blazing Divine Judgment. Restricted to Holy Wordcasters.
An image surfaced in Nie Yan’s mind—someone familiar to the depths of his soul. Yaoyao might be able to use it, but the intelligence requirement was too high for her to equip it yet. Yaoyao was likely Xie Yao; whether or not she was, what did it matter? An epic-tier piece of equipment was meant to be worn by someone.
Nie Yan teleported back to Carol City and sent a message to Birdbunredden.
“Boss, what’s up?” Birdbunredden asked, currently busy crafting potions when he suddenly received Nie Yan’s voice message.
“Do you know any strong alchemists?” Nie Yan asked. He needed a powerful, dedicated alchemist who could learn from “De La’s Magical Devices” and produce items exclusively for him.
“De La’s Magical Devices” was a legendary item, so he had to find someone trustworthy, and they would also need to sign an exclusive contract.
“An alchemist?” Birdbunredden was momentarily surprised. He didn’t know why Nie Yan needed one, but quickly checked his list and replied, “Star Pharmacy’s Alchemy Shop has over 60 alchemists, including three advanced alchemists, five intermediate ones, and the rest are basic-level alchemists.”
“And who are those three advanced alchemists?”
“Anju, Ziyan, and Zuoshou Chengxian,” Birdbunredden answered. These three alchemists were currently the top figures in the alchemy profession. There were only seven advanced alchemists in all of Carol City, and three of them were here! Two of these three had been specifically recruited by Nie Yan, while the third had joined due to Star Pharmacy’s reputation.
Upon hearing Birdbunredden list the names, Nie Yan was deeply moved. Each of these three alchemists had been a powerhouse in their previous life, with personal wealth in the hundreds of millions—true legends. When they stepped out, they commanded massive followings, and many people couldn’t even obtain a basic alchemical item from them, such was their influence!
Currently, they were still only advanced alchemists—though already quite accomplished in the alchemy profession, they hadn’t yet become major figures.
Carol City only had about six or seven notable alchemists in total, and these three accounted for the majority.
“You ask them—among the three, who would be willing to become my exclusive alchemist. The benefits will be the best, but all their production must belong to Bullmen Tribe. We’ll need to sign a strict agreement,” Nie Yan said. Either Anju, Ziyan, or Zuoshou Chengxian would be more than qualified.
“I’ll go ask right away,” Birdbunredden replied, immediately rushing toward the Star Alchemy Shop nearby.
Although Star Pharmacy and Star Alchemy Shop were separate, both were managed by Birdbunredden.
Inside the lab at Star Alchemy Shop, several people were busily working.
Ziyan was a young girl of about eighteen or nineteen, with a cute and youthful face and skin so smooth it looked like it could drip water. She wore her hair in a ponytail, and if she walked down the street, no one would likely associate her with a well-known alchemist.
Anju was slightly older, around twenty-three or twenty-four, with a tall, slender figure, smooth skin, and an elegant charm that exuded a unique allure.
Ziyan and Anju chatted briefly before returning to their work.
In a distant corner, a somewhat aloof young man was intently crafting alchemical items, completely immersed in his work. He was Zuoshou Chengxian.
As the three were deeply focused on their alchemy, Birdbunredden walked in.
“Everyone, pause your current work. I have something important to discuss. The boss asked me to inquire if any of you would be willing to become his exclusive alchemist. Star Pharmacy will provide you with even better benefits. Here’s the agreement I just drafted—please take a look.” Birdbunredden sent the contract to Ziyan, Anju, and Zuoshou Chengxian.
Anju frowned slightly. This agreement looked suspiciously like a wealthy man hiring a mistress, providing massive raw materials and blueprints while claiming ownership of all produced items. However, the salary was indeed generous—20,000 credit points per month, with potential for future increases. For an advanced alchemist, this was an extremely favorable offer.
Zuoshou Chengxian glanced at the agreement briefly before losing interest.
Ziyan, on the other hand, was somewhat intrigued, as 20,000 credit points was indeed a generous sum. However, the boss’s generosity made her cautious.
All along, they had no idea who the owner of Star Pharmacy was. They only knew the boss was mysterious and low-key, never showing his face. They had been curious about him, but assumed he was from some wealthy conglomerate.
Seeing no one respond, Birdbunredden grew anxious. If he couldn’t even handle such a small task, how could he report back to Nie Yan?
“Ziyan, would you be willing to become the boss’s exclusive alchemist?” Birdbunredden asked. Among the three, he was closest to Ziyan. Anju was too beautiful—her presence was almost intimidating, and since they were around the same age, he was hesitant to talk to her. As for Ziyan, being only eighteen or nineteen, lively and energetic, he felt no discomfort around her. And Zuoshou Chengxian, who spent all day focused on alchemy and rarely spoke, was even less familiar to him.
“Birdbunredden, do you know who our boss is?” Ziyan asked, slightly worried that the boss might have ulterior motives.
“Our boss is Kuangze Nieren,” Birdbunredden dropped a bombshell.
Ziyan’s eyes widened in shock as she stared at Birdbunredden in disbelief. “Birdbunredden… are you serious? You mean the guild leader of Bullmen Tribe, Kuangze Nieren?”
Although Star Pharmacy had collaborated with Bullmen Tribe, they had never imagined that Kuangze Nieren was the secret owner of Star Pharmacy!
Star Pharmacy and Star Alchemy Shop had already expanded their business across multiple cities, with branches opening everywhere, enjoying unprecedented popularity.
As for Bullmen Tribe, it had already become the largest guild in Carol City, boasting a massive membership and an unshakable position in the city.
To think that both entities belonged to the same person—what other news could be more shocking?
Although they had previously suspected, they had never dared to confirm it.
Anju was also surprised. Even Zuoshou Chengxian, who was holding a metal component far away and usually remained calm in any situation, trembled slightly in his hand, nearly dropping the item.
So, the owner of Star Pharmacy was such a big name.
“Kuangze Nieren is a legendary figure in Carol City. Birdbunredden, which conglomerate is he from?” Ziyan asked. In her mind, Nie Yan must belong to some powerful financial group. Without the backing of massive capital and connections, how could Bullmen Tribe rise so quickly?
Anju was also curious about this question, watching Birdbunredden’s response. If there was indeed a financial group behind him, then it wouldn’t be surprising.
“Our boss started from scratch. When I first met him, he was just a free player. He founded Star Pharmacy first, then later created Bullmen Tribe with several friends. Since then, Bullmen Tribe has grown rapidly, never losing a single battle, eventually reaching its current scale!” Birdbunredden’s expression turned wistful. The life of Nieren must be incredibly exciting—from starting with nothing to dominating the world.
The Magma Forest, the Sinful Canyon… every battle was a classic.
Nieren’s story would become an immortal legend, and Bullmen Tribe would forever remain a cherished memory among countless believers.
He was eternal!
“Birdbunredden, let me go,” Ziyan said. The thought of meeting such a legendary figure was thrilling and exciting.
Anju and Zuoshou Chengxian, however, were more cautious. The terms Birdbunredden presented were essentially a contract of servitude. Signing it would greatly limit their freedom, and they might even earn less than they currently did, making alchemical items and charging for their production.
“You must all keep today’s conversation confidential!” Birdbunredden emphasized solemnly, finally feeling relieved that he had at least secured one recruit to report back to Nie Yan.
“Understood,” Anju nodded. This Kuangze Nieren was indeed low-key—players still didn’t know he was the owner of Star Pharmacy.
Zuoshou Chengxian also nodded in agreement.
“Let’s go,” Birdbunredden looked at Ziyan.
“Okay,” Ziyan nodded firmly, her face blushing slightly, making her look even cuter.
At this moment, Birdbunredden felt like a strange middle-aged man abducting a young girl.
The two walked out together.
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