Chapter 2276

The greatest power of the Blackstar Crystal lay in its ability to expand the meridians.

In the eyes of martial artists, its value was like a Bentley to car enthusiasts—luxurious and priceless. However, not everyone could handle it. If used incorrectly, it could cause one’s meridians to explode.

Andrew did not have such concerns about himself. When it came to physical durability, he felt he was probably one of the toughest men in the world.

Yes, he was rock-hard in every possible way.

Since Andrew already knew the Blackstar Crystal was in Ezekiel’s possession, he would temporarily put aside his plans for the Reyes family’s grand auction house. He could investigate those leads later.

“Andrew, you need to be careful. Ezekiel has experts traveling with him,” Amari warned as they left Brielle’s pavilion.

Andrew smiled reassuringly. “Don’t worry. I know what I’m doing.”

Amari grumbled, “Brielle is really something else. She originally promised to get you the Blackstar Crystal, but now she’s making you figure it out yourself. In that case, I think you should just delay making that ninth-grade Soul-Restoring Pill you promised her… Keep her hanging for a while.”

Andrew shook his head. “That’s not necessary. I’ve dealt with her for ten years, along with my father before me. She’s trustworthy.”

Amari rubbed his hands together eagerly. “So when are you going to make the Soul-Restoring Pill? I’d love to watch from the sidelines and learn something.”

Andrew nodded in agreement. “After I deal with Ezekiel, I’ll get started on it. But I don’t have the materials for the Soul-Restoring Pill right now. You’ll need to help me get them.”

Amari pondered for a moment. “No problem. Sovereign’s Apothecary’s warehouse has countless high-quality materials, and I can get them for you. With my current status at Sovereign’s Apothecary, this little favor shouldn’t be an issue.”

Andrew chuckled. “Amari, you’re really thriving these days! Not bad! You’ve even learned to line your own pockets and live the good life.”

Amari looked smug. “Of course! At my age, I haven’t been wasting my time. Oh, by the way, one of my students wants to meet you. Would it be convenient for you to go see her?”

Andrew asked curiously. “I didn’t know you were taking students now.”

Amari smiled. “It’s not exactly a mentor-student relationship, but she has pretty good talent for pill-making. She’s caught up to about 1% of your ability, so I figured she’s a promising prospect worth cultivating. Plus, her family’s influence in Chetvine is growing stronger. She might be able to help us out in the future.”

Andrew’s eyes showed approval. “Amari, it looks like these years haven’t just been about drinking and refining pills. You’ve grown a lot in dealing with people. You used to be stubborn and shut away from the world, but now you’re much wiser. Seeing this makes me happy. I’m sure our missing mentor would be proud, too.”

Amari pouted. “Don’t act all wise and elderly, okay? I’m over 70, and you’re not even 30 yet. He was really unfair, making a young punk like you my senior.”

Andrew laughed heartily. “You don’t like it? It’s fine. You can be my senior if you want to.”

Amari quickly refused with an awkward laugh. “Forget it. I’m not worthy of that position. I’m just complaining for the sake of it. The most capable should lead, and in terms of strength, I’m nowhere near your level. Having you as my senior means I’ve got strong backing. It makes my life easier.”

Andrew cut him off. “Enough with the chatter. What’s your student’s name? Since it’s for you, I’ll go meet her.”

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