“Bodhi Transforming Saliva?” Hearing the name that emerged from Xiao Yan’s mouth, the Yaofang Chief and the old Mr. Yan beside her were a bit stunned, then they fell into deep thought. Seeing the two people in deep thought, a hint of joy surged in Xiao Yan’s heart. He had only asked this out of the blue, but judging from their expressions, it seemed they weren’t completely unaware of this substance.
Glancing sideways, he exchanged a look with Little Healer Immortal standing by his side. Xiao Yan found that even with her usual calmness, there was a faint glimmer of happiness in her eyes. They had not received any information about Bodhi Transforming Saliva along the way, and unexpectedly, they could learn something here.
“… As far as I know, in some remote, rarely visited mountains, there is a magical ancient tree called the Bodhi Ancient Tree. Beneath the earth, the roots of this tree will gradually form a sticky, heart-shaped substance with wondrous effects over the years. Hence, it’s also called the Bodhi Heart. However, for the Bodhi Tree to form a Bodhi Heart, it usually needs at least a thousand years of growth. The Bodhi Transforming Saliva is a mysterious secretion that comes from the surface of the Bodhi Heart.”
After a moment’s reflection, Old Mr. Yan finally spoke slowly.
Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan’s eyes brightened slightly. This was the first time he had heard about the Bodhi Transforming Saliva.
“If one consumes the Bodhi Transforming Saliva, it can have the effect of transforming one’s body, improving an abnormal constitution, which is quite remarkable. And the Bodhi Heart, on the other hand, can truly be called a divine object nurtured by the spirit of the heavens and earth. If a person takes it, it’s said that it can gradually replace the human heart. This way, even if the heart is critically injured, one might still survive. Moreover, the power provided by the Bodhi Heart would be far greater than the original heart. Most importantly, this thing… can continuously nourish the soul, making it gradually stronger. For Alchemists, this is an irresistible temptation.”
Old Mr. Yan’s voice betrayed a touch of fervor at the end, clearly showing that he was very tempted by the so-called Bodhi Heart.
“Replace the human heart? Strengthen the soul?”
Xiao Yan couldn’t help but feel his throat go dry at such unbelievable effects, despite his composure. The Bodhi Heart… was too terrifying, wasn’t it?
For Alchemists, the strength of the soul was of paramount importance. An Alchemist’s future achievements mostly depended on the strength of the soul. Normally, the soul would only become more solid and powerful when one’s level advanced, but during ordinary times, no matter how one trained, the soul would remain dormant without any increase in strength.
Xiao Yan’s achievements at such a young age were largely due to his stronger-than-normal soul. If not for this, the old pharmacist hidden in the ring back in Wutan City would not have appeared and taken painstaking efforts to transform Xiao Yan from a destitute, hopeless young master into the current formidable powerhouse, feared across the empire.
Therefore, it wasn’t entirely absurd to say that most of Xiao Yan’s achievements were due to his stronger-than-normal soul.
Xiao Yan let out sounds of astonishment, but he didn’t take the other party’s words to heart. He never believed that any mystical object could really make someone reach the level of Dou Sheng. That level could only be reached through one’s own fortune and potential…
“So, it seems the Bodhi Heart is indeed a divine wonder…”
The Yaofang Chief said with a light chuckle, astonished. Although she had heard a little about the Bodhi Heart, she didn’t know as much detail as Old Mr. Yan did.
“Does Old Mr. Yan know where the Bodhi Tree grows?”
Xiao Yan regained his composure and asked slowly.
“Haha, Mr. Rock, you jest. The Bodhi Tree is probably as rare as phoenix feathers or qilin horns throughout the entire continent. If I knew, I probably wouldn’t be alive today…” Old Mr. Yan responded with a laugh.
Seeing this, Xiao Yan felt a bit embarrassed. His question was indeed impulsive. Even if the other party knew, how could he share such a priceless secret?
“Looks like getting the Bodhi Transforming Saliva is going to be difficult…”
Xiao Yan sighed with regret.
“If it’s just the Bodhi Transforming Saliva, it’s not as difficult as Mr. Rock imagines…” Old Mr. Yan smiled and said.
“What does Old Mr. Yan mean?”
Xiao Yan was a bit taken aback and quickly followed up.
“Haha, don’t misunderstand. We certainly don’t have the Bodhi Transforming Saliva at Qianyaofang. But I’ve heard that this large auction hosted by the Black Emperor Sect happens to have it.”
Old Mr. Yan explained with a grin.
Hearing this, a wave of intense joy suddenly washed over Xiao Yan and Little Healer Immortal. They hadn’t expected to find the long-sought-after item here. Coming to the Black Emperor City was indeed the right choice…
“I got this information through some channels, so it should be true. But getting the Bodhi Transforming Saliva from the auction is not an easy task.” Old Mr. Yan pondered, “Although the effects of the Bodhi Transforming Saliva are not as good as the Bodhi Heart, many forces and powerful individuals still covet it. Because, it’s said that whoever gets the Bodhi Transforming Saliva may also get information about the Bodhi Heart.”
“Bodhi Heart?”
Hearing this, a hint of shock appeared in Xiao Yan’s eyes. He frowned and said, “Does getting the Bodhi Transforming Saliva mean one can also get information about the Bodhi Heart? If that’s true, wouldn’t the entire Black Horn Region go crazy?”
Though the rumors about the Bodhi Heart could be true or false, the allure of the Dou Sheng was too great. Even if there was only a fraction of truth, it would attract many envious eyes.
“Haha, I’m not sure about that. I can’t confirm whether these rumors are true or if they’re merely a ploy by the Black Emperor Sect to hype up the auction. I’ve seen plenty of such tactics.”
Old Mr. Yan shook his head and said.
Xiao Yan nodded slightly. Such tactics at auctions were common. However, regardless of whether the Bodhi Transforming Saliva was related to the Bodhi Heart, he had to obtain it to help Little Healer Immortal control her Cursed Poison Body.
“Thank you for the information, Old Mr. Yan…”
With a plan in mind, Xiao Yan didn’t linger any longer. He bowed politely to Old Mr. Yan and said with a smile, “You’ve already taken a loss by exchanging the Spirit Pill for those three herbs. Consider this additional compensation.”
“Mr. Rock, those three herbs for the Spirit Pill were a bad deal for you. Take this as extra compensation,” Old Mr. Yan said with a smile, pleased with Xiao Yan’s polite attitude. Today’s youth, with power, often tended to be haughty. Xiao Yan’s impression was quite good; otherwise, he wouldn’t have shared such secretive information.
“Haha, these pieces of information are worth a Spirit Pill,” Xiao Yan smiled and said. This conversation not only informed him about the previously unknown Bodhi Transforming Saliva but also revealed the miraculous Bodhi Heart. To Xiao Yan, this information was no less valuable than a Spirit Pill.
“I have important matters today, so I must take my leave. I’ll visit again in the future if I have the chance.”
Bowing once more to the Yaofang Chief and Old Mr. Yan, Xiao Yan turned and headed down the stairs. Little Healer Immortal and Zi Yan followed closely behind.
“Mr. Rock, while staying in the city, be careful of Qi Shan,” the Yaofang Chief reminded as Xiao Yan was about to descend the stairs.
“Thanks for the warning,” Xiao Yan paused, waved to them, and laughed. He then slowly descended the stairs, disappearing from the Yaofang Chief and Old Mr. Yan’s sight.
Watching Xiao Yan and the others’ backs fade away, Old Mr. Yan slowly retracted his gaze and shook his head, saying, “It seems he’s very interested in the Bodhi Transforming Saliva. But too many powerful factions are interested in it. The simple phrase ‘Dou Sheng’ is enough to drive many people mad…”
“Despite his youth, his strength is not weak. The purple-haired girl and the white-robed woman by his side seem extraordinary. My cultivation method is extremely sensitive to such sensations. The pressure I felt from those two was no less than that from Mr. Rock…”
The Yaofang Chief shook her head and murmured with a smile, “Perhaps, he really can get it after all…”
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