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    The crowds gasped and different conversations could be heard. Most of them expressed their gratitude but a few was doubtful about it.


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    He called for a guard to attend to Ming Li and gave him the best room in the building. He also notified the guard assist Ming Li on his every needs. Ming Li did not refuse the offer and bowed to the Chief as he headed to the room to rest.


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    The room was wide and luxurious, It was filled with different ornaments which made it seem elegant. The Guard offered him food and stood near his room. Ming Li was extremely satisfied even though he did not receive any reward yet. Being extremely poor a month ago, he felt that he was already reaping his rewards. Ming Li stayed in the room and ate luxurious foods and slept for a while.


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    He continued this for several days. He felt gratified with the feeling that he owns the village. As he was walking proudly like a prince, he almost tripped when he saw Chao Shi nearing him. Chao Shi laughed and said "Seems like you are enjoying your time here."


    Ming Li replied shyly like a kid who has been caught doing something embarrassing "No I am just trying to help the villagers."


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    "Do not worry, It is Ming Li who decided to help the whole town, no need to treat me in such a way, but I would gladly accept your offer since I am a bit tired."


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    Ming played with the cube until he got tired. Chao Shi on the other hand has entered deep meditation ignoring Ming Li.


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    Ten days passed and the Village Chief along with the Village Elder came back to the town. They have five sets of the ingredients which can create fifty pills! Ming Li was surprised on how these mere three people gathered these many herbs at a mere ten days. The Village Chief handed him the herbs as he looked at Ming Li happily.