Path of Alchemy Mastery-Chapter 291 - 292: Yanyang Jade Sand Pearl

Wang Cai’s languid voice came from within Mu Can’s Sea of Consciousness, but Mu Can paid him no mind, carefully examining the Luminous Pearl in his hand.

They were still in a cold war, and Mu Can didn’t feel like dealing with the dead dog. Even if he didn’t know the exact use of the bead in his hand, since it was in his possession, even if it wasn’t a treasure, he would still keep it safe.

"Humph!" Mu Can snorted coldly, focusing on the Treasure Bead in his hand.

He gradually infused the bead with Spiritual Power, only to discover that it was just like any ordinary gemstone, with no reaction whatsoever.

Mu Can didn’t believe in this supernatural phenomenon and increased the amount of Spiritual Power infused. Only then did he notice something amiss. If it were an ordinary gemstone, it would be impossible to remain intact under the full output of Spiritual Power from a Martial Saint. Therefore, there could only be one possibility: the bead must definitely be a treasure.

Mu Can had never thought the bead was ordinary. After all, where was he? This was the Immortal Ancient Secret Realm, known as the most mysterious place in the Mortal World. All other dangerous places and Secret Realms pale in comparison to the Immortal Ancient Secret Realm.

"Hehe, I see a treasure." Mu Can chuckled, tucked the bead into his bosom, and then smiled as if waiting for something.

"Woof! You really have poor taste." Sure enough, as soon as Mu Can stowed the Treasure Bead away, Wang Cai spoke up.

"You’re saying I have poor taste?" Mu Can’s smile faded as he asked coldly.

"Yes, Wang Cai is indeed mocking you for your terribly poor taste, blind to the true treasures."

Mu Can chuckled inwardly but remained expressionless on the surface.

"Oh? What does it matter to you if I can’t recognize treasures?" Mu Can immediately retorted, dismissing Wang Cai’s remark.

But for some insane reason, even as Mu Can jeered at him, Wang Cai didn’t show the slightest sign of anger. Instead, he continued to explain to Mu Can.

"Woof! Don’t you really want to know what this bead is for? Let me tell you, it’s a real treasure. If used correctly, it could even harm those at the Void Level."

Although Mu Can remained impassive on the surface, he paid close attention to every word Wang Cai said. Upon hearing Wang Cai’s words, Mu Can immediately realized the bead must be as valuable as mentioned; otherwise, the dog wouldn’t have this attitude.

"You say it’s a treasure, and that’s it? I say it’s just an ordinary Jade Ball. It’s perfect to give to Purple Cloud later; all women like jewelry," Mu Can said carelessly, pretending to be indifferent.

"Give it away? Kid, how about we strike a deal? If you give this bead to me, I’ll let you activate the third layer of the Reincarnation Pearl three times for free, how about that?" Wang Cai, upon hearing that Mu Can intended to gift away the Treasure Bead, became agitated and emerged from Mu Can’s body, a large black dog once again appearing by Mu Can’s side.

Looking at Wang Cai, as big as a calf next to him, Mu Can shook his head disdainfully.

"I will not."

"Not only do you get three free activations of the third layer of the Reincarnation Pearl, but I’ll also throw in a grand Array gift package. What do you say?" Seeing that Mu Can was unmoved, Wang Cai immediately upped his offer.

Even though Wang Cai’s offer was tempting, Mu Can remained unstirred. With his understanding of Wang Cai, this dog never made a losing deal. Even if Wang Cai offered a sky-high price, he would definitely profit from it.

"I will not," Mu Can shook his head.

No matter what Wang Cai promised, Mu Can had only one attitude: he would not give it to him, even if it meant throwing it away.

Wang Cai was so frustrated that he wagged his tail back and forth. His long black tail, flailing like an electric fan, whipped up gusts of wind that scattered dust off the ground.

"You don’t need to wag anymore. Even if you wag it off, I’m not going to give it to you," Mu Can said, feeling it was about time to pay no mind to Wang Cai’s words, lest the dog really got angry.

"Woof! How can you be so impervious, kid? What’s the use of holding onto a treasure you don’t know how to use? Let me tell you, in the Mortal World, there might be only Wang Cai who knows the use of this bead."

Wang Cai, failing to tempt Mu Can, immediately resorted to intimidation, but sadly he picked the wrong strategy. Mu Can had already made up his mind, no matter what grand promises Wang Cai made, he would not give Wang Cai the bead.

Wang Cai’s efforts were destined to be wasted.

Just as Wang Cai was about to lose hope and prepare to return to the Reincarnation Pearl, Mu Can spoke indifferently.

"You want this treasure? That’s impossible. But if you can tell me how to use this treasure, I might consider letting you play with it." Mu Can knew the timing was right, having dulled Wang Cai’s previous sharpness, he threw Wang Cai a bone.

"Woof! Are you serious, kid?" Wang Cai’s spirits immediately lifted as he stared at Mu Can with his big, bell-like eyes.

"Of course, real. Do you think I’m as untrustworthy as you?" Mu Can had not yet forgotten the moment in the Demon World camp, right after he killed Anxi Demon Venerable, when Wang Cai claimed all the spoils for himself.

"Woof! I wasn’t being untrustworthy; that was a special situation," Wang Cai hastily defended himself upon realizing what Mu Can was referring to, although his defense lacked conviction.

"Alright, tell me what this thing is," Mu Can waved his hand, urging Wang Cai to reveal the function of the object.

Actually, everything Mu Can had done was to make Wang Cai reveal the function of the treasure. He knew that if he couldn’t take the initiative, greedy Wang Cai would surely propose outrageous conditions. Now it was easy, with just a verbal promise, Mu Can could deceive Wang Cai into spilling the secrets of the treasure.

"Woof! Since you’re so generous, Wang Cai cannot be mean. I’ll tell you about the origin of this treasure." Whether he could truly possess it or not, Wang Cai would be content with just getting to play with it.

I must be compulsive; otherwise, why can’t I control my urge, Wang Cai mused to himself. He knew by now that he’d been tricked by Mu Can, but it couldn’t be helped. Once Wang Cai set eyes on a treasure, he couldn’t resist pursuing it.

"This bead is called the Yanyang Jade Sand Pearl, a treasure that originates from the Void. Although it’s not an extremely precious treasure, it’s still quite rare. Looking at the one you have, its lustrous and subdued finish indicates it’s already a Void Level treasure," Wang Cai explained.