Fury Immortal Doctor

Chapter 1952 - 1955: A Dan Fighting Match Shen Qiang Cannot Afford to Lose

The gentle patter of the continuous drizzle on the bougainvillea was likened to Shen Qiang and the Baihua Palace Master. Meanwhile, as the two tarried in bed, the numerous alchemists of the Thirty-two Skillful Hands had already gathered outside the residence of their leader, Pan Zheng.The rain was misty, and Pan Zheng did not seem inclined to meet any guests.

The representatives from the Thirty-two Skillful Hands were as anxious as ants on a hot pan.

"The alchemists from the Heshenghe Pill Alliance quietly stole a lot of our business yesterday. Now, their prices are at least twenty percent lower than ours. Given the efficacy is the same, we're afraid we'll lose more orders today."

"We must think of a way. Right now, the alchemists of the Heshenghe Pill Alliance are forcing us into a price war. If it really comes down to that, it will be mutually destructive."

"Exactly. Competing on low prices is undoubtedly the most effective strategy, but doing so would mean no profit for any of us. How can we continue like that?"

The crowd outside Pan Zheng's residence debated anxiously, yet Pan Zheng, who would usually act immediately at the slightest disturbance, stayed inside the villa as if he were unaware, not coming out to see them. This left those waiting in the rain increasingly uncertain.

"Last night, Pan, as the leader, said that the reason our Thirty-two Skillful Hands gained fame was because of our good reputation and high quality, which allowed us to stand out. Now that the Pill Alliance is aggressively coming for our business, the leader suggests that we rely on our own skills."

"Given the current situation, that's all we can do. Fortunately, our Thirty-two Skillful Hands still have a good reputation, but as for pricing."

"The pricing can't change. After all, today is the last day, and everyone has already received their orders. Suddenly offering discounts now would upset those who placed orders earlier."

"But this isn't a solution!" A senior from the Thirty-two Skillful Hands expressed anxiously.

At this moment, another elder suddenly said, "Perhaps Leader Pan is waiting for the Dan Fighting between Chu Xiaotian and Shen Qiang."

"What do you mean?" The elderly man was eager to know.

The other elder pondered and said, "Shen Qiang is the Medicine King, currently unmatched in his prestige. We have no other means to compete with Shen Qiang beyond reputation and quality, but if Shen Qiang loses the Dan Fighting, then the Pill Alliance will naturally be no cause for worry."

The crowd's eyes lit up upon hearing this.

"That's right, makes sense. If Shen Qiang loses during the Dan Fighting, then the Medicine King would be ours. However, Shen Qiang's elixir pills are so formidable. Do you really think Chu Xiaotian has a chance to win?"

Another elder hesitated for a moment then said, "If it's about the Pei Yuan Pill, Chu Xiaotian probably doesn't stand a chance, but if it's about elixirs whose recipes Shen Qiang doesn't know, then the outcome is uncertain."

The group listened and nodded in agreement.

"Indeed. I stayed up all night thinking about it. Even though Medicine King Valley is deemed a holy place with its three thousand elixir recipes, other sects have even fewer. Only a handful possess more than a hundred. Even if Shen Qiang is strong, he can't possibly know all the recipes."

"That's reasonable, but the risk..."

"Heh, wanting the horse to run while not letting it eat grass, where in the world is there such a good deal? Don't forget, fortune favors the bold. It's clear that Leader Pan currently doesn't have a better idea, so we might as well hold our ground and await the results of the Dan Fighting."

"Hmm, makes sense. If we win, our Thirty-two Skillful Hands will rise to prominence. If we lose, at worst, we'll start over after three years. Moreover, we've already captured over half the orders on the first day, so even if there are orders today, there won't be many."

"Then let's wait and see. Hopefully, this time Chu Xiaotian can bring us some honor."

The members of the Thirty-two Skillful Hands quietly reached a consensus.

At this time, although it was still early morning,

the online viewership in the live-streaming room had already exceeded fifty thousand. Although most were lurking, places with crowds never lack speakers.

"Looking at the current state of alchemists, Shen Qiang, the Shen Medicine King, is undoubtedly one of the best. However, everyone has flaws, and Shen Qiang is no exception. His arrogance blinds him to his opponents and he brazenly accepts any alchemist's challenge, which is indeed too reckless!"

"True, the Cultivation World is full of hidden talents. There are many low-key cultivators and all sorts of strange and rare recipes. Some are ancestral legacies, and some are original creations. Under such circumstances, there's no reason Shen Qiang can win."

"It's hard to say. Shen Medicine King's mastery of alchemy has reached its peak. The saying 'One Technique Leads to Many' suggests he might still configure the elixirs of others."

"Very difficult. If the opponent tells Shen Qiang the recipe, it's like teaching him a craft. If they don't share the recipe, materials, and so forth needed for refining, then Shen Qiang winning becomes nearly impossible."

"Let me correct that, it's impossible for him to win."

"Hmm, so it's said the youth is impetuous. This Shen Qiang indeed achieved success young and lacks respect for others; otherwise, how could he boast so boldly?"

"Exactly! Usually, I never watch the third day of the Elixir Conference live broadcasts, but today I'm watching just to see if Shen Qiang really is as powerful as he claims!"

"We saw him build a tall tower and host banquets; maybe today, we'll watch him collapse!"

"True, I think Shen Qiang has definitely underestimated these alchemists. He thought being the Medicine King and placing heavy bets would scare others away, but it's clear that the cultivators of the Thirty-two Skillful Hands aren't as weak as he imagines."

"Yeah, just take Chu Xiaotian, for instance. He couldn't win against Shen Qiang in refining the Calamity Relief Golden Pill, but if he refined other elixirs, given his talent, he could achieve it even with impromptu concoctions. For Shen Qiang to refine them would be as difficult as ascending to the heavens."

As soon as these words were spoken, whether supporters or die-hard fans of Shen Qiang, all fell silent. Not only did the live-stream room seem exceedingly cold, but the few bullet comments also contained worry and mockery.

"In this Dan Fighting, anyone could afford to lose except Shen Qiang. If Shen Qiang loses, his one-day tenure as the Dan King will not only become a joke in the Cultivation World but will also cost him everything he possesses."

"Yes, the most frightening thing is, there aren't many decades in one's life. Should Shen Qiang lose and labor as a drudge for ten years, can the peerless Fairy Qin Yurou and the charming Baihua Palace Master foolishly wait for him? After all, the Cultivation World is full of talent, and ten years is enough to change everything."

"No matter what, today's Dan Fighting is a battle Shen Qiang cannot afford to lose!"