In the private room.
Ling Changqing studied it for a moment before placing the Jade Scroll back in its box and carefully putting it into his Storage Pouch.
"…So, Fellow Daoist Ling is also a Second Rank Alchemist? Now that you've obtained this Ancient Pill Scripture, I imagine your Alchemy Mastery will advance even further."
Xue Yumei said with a smile from beside him.
Ling Changqing pretended not to notice the subtle probe in her words, simply replying with a touch of regret:
"…This item is wonderful, but it's a shame the other parts are missing. Does your organization not have any leads at all?"
Xue Yumei shook her head slightly. "To be frank, Fellow Daoist, this item's origins are rather unclear. It has been stored in our commerce association's warehouse for over a decade, so…"
"I see."
