"However, even though I haven't seen the Foundation Establishment Pill with my own eyes, I still understand its value and importance very well!" Han Li thought to himself with a cold smile, but his face still returned to a respectful expression, as if he were seriously listening to the other party's words.
The old man surnamed Ye was very satisfied with Han Li's performance. After all, this future nephew didn't immediately refuse when he mentioned exchanging the Foundation Establishment Pill, indicating that there was still room for negotiation.
From the beginning, he had no intention of actually being able to obtain the Foundation Establishment Pill with what he had just said. Because as long as one wasn't a fool, no one would exchange such a precious item for such a cheap price. His previous words were just testing the waters!
But now, seeing the attitude of the other party, it seemed that there was indeed room for negotiation, which made him feel very pleased!
As long as the other party agreed to exchange, the old man was confident that he could satisfy the other party's requirements and obtain the Foundation Establishment Pill. Thinking of this, the smile on the old man's face became even more intense, and he felt that Han Li's appearance seemed much more pleasing now!
"Han Junior, I believe you also know your spiritual root attributes by now! To be honest, with your qualifications, even if you take the Foundation Establishment Pill, the hope of successfully establishing a foundation is very slim! At most, the Foundation Establishment Pill can only be used to enhance your spiritual power and raise your basic cultivation level by a few layers! If that's the case, then the Foundation Establishment Pill would be too wasteful! For Junior Han, it would be better to exchange it for some more practical benefits, which would be more worthwhile. If..." The old man began to persuade Han Li incessantly from various angles.
While Han Li appeared to be sincerely listening to the lengthy discourse of Senior Uncle Ye, he had already begun to analyze and ponder in his heart, constantly weighing the pros and cons.
To be honest, he also knew very well that even if he took such a Foundation Establishment Pill, the chances of successfully establishing a foundation were indeed very slim! But Han Li couldn't just give up the opportunity to obtain the Foundation Establishment Pill like this. After all, even though the chances were low, wasn't there still a slight possibility of success?
However, if he didn't give the Foundation Establishment Pill to the Senior Uncle Ye in front of him, then his days in the Yellow Maple Valley would definitely not be easy in the future. Most likely, he would incur the old man's resentment for no reason, and judging by the other party's appearance, it seemed that he had some real power within the Yellow Maple Valley. In that case, the situation would be even worse.
"Senior Uncle Ye, may I ask for whom this Foundation Establishment Pill is being sought? I'm sure Senior Uncle doesn't need it!" After thinking for a while, Han Li still felt that he should probe the other party's intentions first.
Although the old man was interrupted by Han Li's words, he didn't show any displeasure on his face. After hesitating for a moment, he still told Han Li:
"Since Junior Han asked, there's nothing for Uncle to hide. This Foundation Establishment Pill is being sought for my great-nephew. I hope Junior Han can fulfill this request."
Han Li couldn't help but smile bitterly when he heard this. He couldn't help but think:
"A great-nephew, that's considered a close relationship! And if it could make this person go to such great lengths and even lower his head to exchange for the Foundation Establishment Pill from a junior like myself, then he must be extremely cherished! If I don't give up the Foundation Establishment Pill, I'll definitely anger this old man for no reason, and my days in the Yellow Maple Valley won't be peaceful. I can only reluctantly agree! As for establishing a foundation, I'll have to figure out another way later. After all, I still have that mysterious little bottle. As long as I have the formula and time, what kind of pill can't I refine?"
After figuring out the pros and cons, Han Li made up his mind. However, he still needed to make the other party pay a hefty price. Therefore, he put on a look of distress, appearing very reluctant as he said to the old man:
"Since Senior Uncle Ye has said so, then Junior can't refuse, but as a matter of fact, this Foundation Establishment Pill is extremely important to Junior! Even if Junior's qualifications are a bit lacking, there's still a glimmer of hope, right? But if Junior were to give up this chance to establish a foundation, then Junior's life will truly have no connection to the Dao!"
The old man heard Han Li's words and couldn't help but sneer inwardly! He thought to himself, "With your qualifications, you still dare to consider matters related to the Dao, truly overestimating yourself."
But on the surface, the old man continued to persuade Han Li from various angles, making many empty promises and continuing to pressure him to agree to exchange the Foundation Establishment Pill.
After listening to these empty words, Han Li sneered inwardly a few times. However, he continued to speak more and more weakly, letting the old man become more energetic and offering higher and higher prices.
"Junior! If you're willing to give up the Foundation Establishment Pill, the various miscellaneous tasks that disciples of the valley must perform each month, Uncle can let you choose freely!" The old man saw that Han Li was already on the verge of agreeing, so he finally used his trump card.
"Miscellaneous tasks?" Han Li was truly stunned this time.
"Yes, you should know that the low-level disciples of our Yellow Maple Valley must complete certain tasks every month. For example: supervising miners in several mining areas, serving as attendant disciples at the valley's market, taking care of the spiritual birds and beasts in the valley, and planting some spiritual root herbs, etc. Then, depending on the specific completion of the tasks, the valley will distribute some low-grade spirit stones to these disciples each month as a reward. As for me, I'm specifically responsible for assigning such tasks within the valley. So, if you like any type of work, it's just a matter of saying it." The old man straightened his chest and appeared to have some power in his hands.
When Han Li heard this, he couldn't help but be speechless! It seemed that no matter where he went, there would always be people abusing their power. Even within a major sect like the Yellow Maple Valley, it was no exception.
However, when the other party mentioned the work of planting exotic herbs, Han Li's heart moved. He felt that this job was simply tailor-made for him. Moreover, the other party had already promised quite a few benefits. If he continued to procrastinate, he would probably give the other party the impression of being too greedy. It was better to take what was good and accept it!
Thinking of this, Han Li pretended to be moved and said with a very distressed expression to the old man:
"Since Senior Uncle Ye has said so, then Junior really can't refuse anymore. As long as Senior Uncle can really fulfill the conditions mentioned just now, then Junior will give this Foundation Establishment Pill to your great-nephew. I hope your great-nephew can successfully establish
a foundation!"
When the old man heard this, he was overjoyed, repeatedly promising with great enthusiasm:
"Junior, rest assured, what Uncle said is absolutely trustworthy. When we meet the Sect Master later, the things we discussed openly can be told to others, but the things I promised secretly should not be mentioned!"
