An elderly woman with white hair returned. She looked like she was in her seventies or eighties, but her Innate Cultivation suggested she was actually much older.
He glanced at the child next to him, who was under ten years old, and wasn’t surprised.
Cultivators generally married at a later age, so it’s normal for their grandchildren to be quite young.
"This is one of your lineage, hasn’t returned for decades, so you probably don’t recognize them."
"That’s not necessarily true. I used to go back every few years, but in the past decade or so, I’ve been moving around less due to old age."
The old woman’s face was marked with wrinkles, her eyes slightly cloudy, as she glanced at Shen Wang: "I don’t recognize this son-in-law. May I know what your esteemed wife is called?"
Shen Wang had prepared in advance, mentioning a sister that Paper Kite knew of, who indeed had been married off somewhere far away.
Paper Kite and this sister, named Minru, were not much different in age. If this elderly lady really hadn’t gone back in the past ten or so years, she might know the name but likely wouldn’t know about Minru’s husband’s situation.
"Minru, ah, sounds a bit familiar. I think she was a girl from the third house. Time flies; even the grandchildren have children now."
The old woman sighed wistfully.
"Granny, could you get some pills containing the Wind-Thunder Fruit for my family’s Minru?"
Shen Wang stood up politely. His identity was a disguise, but seeking medicine was genuine.
"It’s a bit difficult. The Yun Family forbids the external sale of these things."
The old woman seemed troubled.
"Please help, granny. I’m willing to pay extra for your trouble."
Shen Wang said earnestly.
The old woman looked troubled: "It’s not that I don’t want to help, it’s just that this thing is indeed difficult to get."
"Yun Ying, Mr. Wang seems to have some capabilities."
The old man signaled with his eyes: "Last time, didn’t you bring back half a bottle of unused Small Blood Fusion Pills after delivering the great-granddaughter-in-law of the Great Elder?"
The old woman, Yun Ying, immediately understood the old man’s hint, realizing she had underestimated this unassuming branch family’s son-in-law. She smiled: "Oh, my memory, I forgot about that. Sigh, memory deteriorates with age."
Shen Wang didn’t mind. After all, they couldn’t discern his true strength, making judgments based on appearances. If he were truly Innate, he probably couldn’t even afford to buy an Elixir, losing face unnecessarily.
He simply reached into his Storage Pouch, pulled out five hundred Spirit Stones in one go, placed them on the table with a wave, and said calmly: "This is a portion of the prepayment."
Their expressions changed, even startled, as they deeply looked at Shen Wang.
Five hundred Spirit Stones could buy an ordinary Top-grade Dharma Pill, a significant sum for them.
"I didn’t expect Mr. Wang to be a wealthy person. No wonder he dares to ask for Wind and Thunder Blood Fusion Pills. Minru seems to have married a good man."
Yun Ying’s expression became serious. She realized Shen Wang was not an ordinary person, but didn’t think much of it, since daughters who marry out generally don’t enjoy the Yun family’s pregnancy and protection pills.
She also didn’t believe Shen Wang came to deceive for pills, as the things he asked for were mainly beneficial for pregnant women, with no advantage for others.
"She is my woman, carrying my child, naturally I want her to enjoy the best things."
Shen Wang spoke matter-of-factly: "Uncle Ma said the best thing in the Yun family is the Wind and Thunder Blood Fusion Pill. I wonder if it’s possible to get some."
"That’s really not possible. Such things are reserved for the core of core family members. I don’t even have the qualification to touch them."
Yun Ying smiled wryly: "Don’t think I have great capabilities. In the Yun Family Main Vein, I’m just an ordinary member."
"I guess only a Golden Core Zhenren would have such pills."
Shen Wang sighed regrettably.
"Generally, even they don’t have it unless a remarkably talented bloodline is born, when they might request one from the family."
Yun Ying shook her head.
"Then I’ll just trouble you to get me some Small Blood Fusion Pills."
Shen Wang opted for the next best thing, planning to have Paper Kite try the Small Blood Fusion Pills first.
"Small Blood Fusion Pills are twenty Spirit Stones each, ten pills per bottle. I only have one and a half bottles here; the Spirit Stones you brought aren’t enough."
"Why is it not much more expensive than top-tier Pregnancy Medicine?"
Shen Wang was surprised.
"Even doubled, it’s not expensive. This pill needs to be taken three times a day. You should first have your wife try it and see how it goes. Also, bring a concoction home; they can be taken together. The former nurtures bloodlines while the latter focuses on Strengthening the Foundation and Nourishing the Essence, so they don’t conflict."
"Then it’s two hundred and fifty..."
Shen Wang was slightly speechless. Why did it feel like he was being insulted?
"Yes, two hundred and fifty is fine. Keep half for yourself; if you want to raise a child well, future expenses will be considerable."
Yun Ying didn’t understand the special meaning of 250, instructing the old man: "Quickly prepare the medicine; I’ll get the pills. The lady’s health is weak and she should return early."
Shen Wang saw Yun Ying’s genuine concern for his family’s pregnant woman and felt a bit more favorable towards her.
Soon, Yun Ying came out with a red wooden box, opening it to reveal two bottles inside.
"These pills are suitable for Direct Lineage Bloodlines. Generally speaking, the richer the bloodline power, the more needed. You can adjust the dosage based on how your wife feels after taking them."
Yun Ying gave many instructions, while the old man prepared the concoction, explaining the brewing details to him.
Shen Wang quickly expressed his gratitude: "Thank you both."
"No need to be reserved. In the future, call me Granny Ying, and call him Old Ma. If there are any issues, come find us."
Yun Ying handed the two things to Shen Wang, who stored them with a flip of his hand, clasped his fists as a farewell, and left.
He didn’t go to other pharmacies, deciding to return straight away and have Paper Kite try it to see if it worked.
If effective, he would consider buying more. If not, or if it wasn’t enough, he’d seek other means.
Leaving Wind and Thunder City, Shen Wang used Sword Flight directly and, confirming no pursuers, headed towards Kunyu Mountain.
It was quite near Yun Province; he returned within an hour.
He first took out a Small Blood Fusion Pill and swallowed it. His body immediately felt more invigorated with abundant blood and energy.
As a martial artist, men refine essence to transform qi, and women refine blood to transform qi. He immediately recognized the pills were meant for women, specifically pregnant women.
The medicinal power had a special Spiritual Power, quite lively but not overly violent, likely due to the special Wind and Thunder Power contained within.
Shen Wang took the initiative to absorb the medicinal power. Throughout the process, he carefully monitored and found no toxicity or harm to the body apart from a slight fluctuation in energy and blood.
Still unsure, he took another pill, confirming again no issues.
He called Hongping over to take one, seeing her complexion turn more rosy, noticeably benefiting, she thanked Shen Wang repeatedly.
Shen Wang asked about her feelings and, finding no negative effects, calmly let Paper Kite resting in a room take a pill.
He carefully observed Paper Kite and the child’s reactions. When Paper Kite’s complexion improved and the fetus quieted down after taking the pill, he knew it was indeed effective.
Elated, he went to brew the Pregnancy Medicine, pondering how to obtain the Small Blood Fusion Pills in the future.