Han Changming smiled slightly and bowed, saying, "Please take good care of me in the future, Senior Brother Shen and Senior Sister Wang."
"You all need to practice hard and don't slack off, especially Changming. You have a high talent for alchemy, but you must understand that cultivation is the foundation. Don't be overly obsessed with alchemy."
Ling Xiao Zhenren gave earnest advice.
Han Changming and the other two agreed in unison, speaking in respectful tones.
Master Lingxiao flipped his right hand, and a red light flashed. A red shuttle with red light flowing unsteadily appeared in his hand. Runes flowed unsteadily on the surface of the red shuttle. It was obviously a mid-grade magic weapon. Two small words "Fire Cloud" could be seen.
"This mid-grade flying magic weapon, the Fire Cloud Shuttle, is a gift from my master to you. Please accept it!"
Master Ling Xiao spoke in a gentle tone as he handed the red shuttle to Han Changming.
"Brother Han, when I became Master's disciple, I didn't have a mid-grade flying magic weapon."
Shen Qinghuan said in an envious tone.
"Yes! Master, you are so kind to Junior Brother Han."
Fairy Qinglian echoed, with a delighted expression on her face.
Ling Xiao Zhenren chuckled and explained, "You said it as if your master usually treats you less badly. Changming has a higher talent for alchemy, so it is only right for your master to treat him well."
Han Changming's eyes showed deep joy, and he quickly thanked him: "Thank you, Master, for giving me the treasure. I will practice diligently in the future."
"Your foundation is a little weak. You should study with me for a while. Don't be complacent just because you got second place in the alchemy competition. There is no end to learning."
Master Ling Xiao ordered.
Han Changming agreed without hesitation. This was exactly what he wanted!
After Master Lingxiao and Han Changming left, only Shen Qinghuan and Fairy Qinglian were left.
"Junior Sister Wang, it seems that Master likes Junior Brother Han very much."
Shen Qinghuan laughed and teased.
"Junior Brother Han's talent for alchemy is higher than mine. Master also hopes that Junior Brother Han will achieve higher attainments in alchemy!"
Fairy Qinglian analyzed that she understood Master Lingxiao's feelings. Although Master Lingxiao liked Han Changming very much, she was not jealous at all.
Ling Xiao is really her master in name only, and he treats her almost like his own daughter. The depth of their master-disciple relationship is incomprehensible to outsiders.
Han Changming followed Master Ling Xiao into a courtyard covering an area of about one mu. A cobblestone path was located in the center of the courtyard. A large number of exotic flowers and plants were planted on both sides, and a group of golden butterflies were dancing in the sea of flowers.
At the end of the bluestone path is a two-story red attic with a simple layout. They walked into the basement. The basement was not big, about a hundred feet in size. There were a large number of red array patterns engraved on the stone walls. Three mini dragon heads were embedded in the stone walls, and the mouths of the mini dragon heads were aimed at the Lingxiao Furnace.
There were two red cushions and some bottles and jars on the ground, and a faint strange fragrance filled the air.
The temperature here is very high, like falling into a volcano.
Han Changming's foundation is weak, so Master Lingxiao intends to give Han Changming some guidance to make his knowledge more solid and lay a solid foundation for him to refine top-grade elixirs in the future.
Ling Xiao Zhenren took out a red jade slip, handed it to Han Changming, and said, "This is my experience in alchemy. Keep it for now and read it slowly when you have time."
He truly trains Han Changming as his successor. The more capable the apprentice is, the more famous the master will be.
Han Changming took a deep breath and said gratefully: "Thank you, Master. I will definitely work harder on the Dao of Alchemy."
"By the way, Master, can you refine top-grade elixirs now?"
Han Changming suddenly thought of something and asked curiously.
"For third-level elixirs, you can refine top-quality ones, but the success rate is low. For fourth-level elixirs, you can only refine mid-quality ones."
Ling Xiao Zhenren said truthfully that it was very difficult to refine a top-grade elixir. He was asked to refine a new elixir. Three portions of materials could produce a mid-grade elixir, but not a top-grade elixir.
His success rate in refining top-grade elixirs was not high, but he was indeed able to refine top-grade elixirs. Just based on this point, he stood out in the open sea.
"If you ask me, Master's talent in alchemy is the highest. The alchemists of those big sects are no better than him."
Han Changming complimented him. He was speaking from the heart. Ling Xiao Zhenren had no sect or school, and he entered the Nascent Soul stage as a casual cultivator. He was also famous in the outer seas for his alchemy skills.
“Talent is important, but acquired efforts are more important. To be honest, I am where I am today thanks to the alchemy inheritance and Lingxiao furnace I obtained from an ancient cultivator in the Burial Immortal Ruins. Otherwise, I would not be where I am today.”
Master Lingxiao spoke slowly, with a look of reminiscence on his face.
Looking back to the past, he was just an ordinary Jindan cultivator. Invited by his friends, he went to the Burial of Immortals Ruins to search for treasures, and obtained the alchemy inheritance and Lingxiao Furnace from an ancient cultivator. From then on, he began to learn alchemy, and his reputation gradually spread. After entering the Yuanying stage, he joined the Righteous Dao League and later became one of the league's top leaders.
"Immortal Burial Ruins! Are there really so many treasures there?"
Han Changming asked curiously.
Ling Xiao Zhenren nodded and said, "There are indeed many treasures, but they are not so easy to get. When the seven of us entered the Burial of Immortals Ruins, only my master left the Burial of Immortals Ruins alive, and the other six died in the Burial of Immortals Ruins. It is relatively safe to search for treasures in the outer area. The depths of the Burial of Immortals Ruins are full of dangers and there are many powerful restrictions. If you can get to the depths, you will have a chance to get a treasure."
"Well, with your strength, you can't go to the Immortal Burial Ruins. If you are not careful, you will die without a burial place. Come, you continue to refine the pills, and your master will guide you for a while. I hope you can refine high-quality pills in the future. By then, your master will benefit from your help."
Master Ling Xiao didn't want to say more on this topic and quickly changed the subject.
He took out the alchemy materials and recipe and gave them to Han Changming, asking Han Changming to make the elixir while he observed from the side and gave comments afterwards.
Han Changming sat cross-legged and closed his eyes to rest.
Half a minute later, he opened his eyes and placed a green jade slip between his eyebrows.
Not long after, Han Changming took out the jade slip and injected a spell into each of the three dragon heads. The three dragon heads spewed out a red flame as thick as a fist. The three red flames gathered at the bottom of the Lingxiao furnace, and the billowing flames submerged most of the Lingxiao furnace.
Soon, the Lingxiao Furnace was burned red by the flames.
Han Changming threw the materials into the alchemy furnace one by one and covered it with the lid.
Not long after, a faint medicinal fragrance wafted away.
Master Ling Xiao stood in the corner, saying nothing.
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Qinghulu Island, a courtyard covering a very large area.
Ye Xin and Ye Xue were sitting in the stone pavilion chatting. Han Changming had been away for more than a year and had not returned yet.
A light sound of footsteps was heard, and Han Benfu and Han Duanrong walked in.
They stayed in Haoran City for a short time and then returned to Qinghu Island, mainly to report their safety to Ye Xin and Ye Xue.
"Auntie, mother, we are back."
Han Benfu showed a look of joy. Han Duanrong killed Liu Feng, which had a significant impact. However, since Han Changming was a disciple of Master Lingxiao, this matter was not a big deal.
"Benfu, Duanrong, you are finally back. Benfu, where is your father?"
Ye Xue asked about Han Changming's whereabouts.
"Dad is at my master's place and won't be back in a short time. He asked us to come back and report that he is safe so that you don't have to worry."
Hearing the word "grandmaster", Ye Xin and Ye Xue were completely confused. When did Han Benfu have a grandmaster
Han Benfu briefly recounted what had happened, and Ye Xin and Ye Xue suddenly understood.
"So that's how it is. The Black and White Impermanence are afraid of Ling Xiao Zhenren's existence. However, for the sake of caution, Duan Rong should not go out alone. It's better to be careful."
Ye Xin reminded that Han Changming's becoming Ling Xiao's disciple would solve one of the Han family's worries.
"Yes, grandma, I'll take note of it."
Han Duanrong agreed readily.
"Okay, you've worked hard all the way, go back and rest!"
Ye Xin asked them to go back, and Han Benfu and Han Duanrong agreed and turned to leave.
"That's great. My husband is a disciple of Master Ling Xiao. Our family will develop more smoothly."
Ye Xue's face was full of joy.
"It is better to rely on yourself than on others. Master Lingxiao accepted my husband as his disciple because he was impressed by his talent in alchemy. We cannot put all our hopes on Master Lingxiao. We must also work hard. We are our own biggest supporters."
Ye Xin's tone was heavy. She didn't think that just because Han Changming became Ling Xiao's disciple, everything would go smoothly for the Han family. There are pros and cons to everything.
"Sister is right. I am too happy. I will go back to practice. I must refine a third-level talisman."
Ye Xue's face was full of seriousness. She could currently refine third-level talismans, but the success rate was not high. In addition to the lack of guidance from a famous teacher, the talisman pen was also an important reason.
Talisman pens of magic weapon level are extremely rare, mainly because there are not many high-level talisman makers. After all, talismans are mostly disposable items.
If you want to do your work well, you must first sharpen your tools. With a good talisman pen, Ye Xue's success rate in making talismans will also increase.
Ye Xin is now able to set up a variety of third-level formations. In contrast, Ye Xue’s chances of refining third-level talismans are still very low.
Ye Xin nodded and said, "I will also work hard. We all have to work hard to go further on the immortal path."
The more outstanding Han Changming is, the harder Ye Xin has to work. She doesn't want to be a vase, and she is unwilling to be a vase.
The two sisters have very different personalities. Ye Xin is more competitive and opinionated, while Ye Xue is gentle and considerate, has no opinion, and respects the elderly and loves the young.
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On Penglai Island, there is a magnificent palace with its gates open. The main hall is a little gloomy. There are a large number of hideous ghosts carved on the thick stone pillars, and various patterns of strange beasts are carved on the stone walls on both sides.
Lu Yunjie sat on the main seat with a cold expression.
Chen Yanchuan stood aside with a flattering look on his face. He had already entered the Jindan stage and was responsible for working for Lu Yunjie.
"Sir, the people from Dark Moon Palace reported that they have killed Zhao Tuozi, and Zhao Tuozi's alchemy furnace is in the storage bag."
Chen Yanchuan said in a flattering tone that Zhao Tuozi and Lu Yunjie did not get along and they had a deep personal grudge against each other.
"Humph, this is what happens when you go against me."
Lu Yunjie said coldly. He suddenly thought of something and continued, "By the way, you just said that Han Daoyou, who was the second place winner of the Alchemy Conference, was the person you offended before?"
"It is absolutely true. I have seen it with my own eyes. This person has already become Ling Xiao's disciple. With his talent for alchemy, it is probably only a matter of time before he advances to the Nascent Soul stage. By then, he will be difficult to deal with."
Chen Yanchuan said cautiously that he regretted letting Han Changming run away. If Han Changming advanced to the Nascent Soul stage and wanted to settle accounts with him, Chen Yanchuan would be in trouble.
Lu Yunjie's face turned cold, and he said, "Do you think I'm a three-year-old child? I have no grudge against him. I have already stepped in to resolve your grievances. He can't hold on to this matter. I warn you, don't do anything to him behind my back, otherwise I won't forgive you. Return the Dark Moon Order to me."
He had a principle, which was to try not to make enemies with cultivators of the same level. Once he made enemies with cultivators of the same level, he would find a way to kill the other person to avoid any future trouble.
After all, Chen Yanchuan and Han Changming have a personal grudge, but Lu Yunjie has no grudge against Han Changming. He would not hire someone to kill Han Changming for Chen Yanchuan. He is not stupid enough to do that.
Zhao Tuozi and Lu Yunjie had a personal grudge and both of them disliked each other. Taking advantage of Zhao Tuozi's departure from Penglai Island, Lu Yunjie hired someone to kill Zhao Tuozi.
Chen Yanchuan shuddered, said yes repeatedly, took out a square token, and looked reluctant.
If you want to do business with the Dark Moon Palace, you must have the Dark Moon Order, otherwise the Dark Moon Palace will not accept your business.
He returned the Dark Moon Order to Lu Yunjie, who put away the Dark Moon Order and ordered, "Okay, you can go down now! Don't run around for the time being, and don't let anyone know about Zhao Tuozi's affairs."
Chen Yanchuan said yes repeatedly and bowed and left.
Not long after, Liu Zhanyuan and Zheng Jiaojiao came in. They bowed and said in unison:
"I greet you, sir."
Lu Yunjie looked at Liu Zhanyuan and Zheng Jiaojiao and asked in a deep voice, "I heard that your only descendant died at the hands of the Han family disciples of Ziyue Island?"
"I am not sure either. I have sent people to investigate, but the journey is too long and we are unable to verify it for the time being."
Liu Zhanyuan said truthfully.
"The Nangong family held an alchemy competition. Fellow Daoist Han from Ziyue Island won second place and became a disciple of Master Lingxiao. Regardless of whether it was done by a member of the Han family, you are not allowed to cause trouble for the Han family."
Lu Yunjie ordered.
After hearing this, Liu Zhanyuan and Zheng Jiaojiao were surprised and unwilling.
How could they be willing to see their only child being killed
"You have risked your lives for your grandfather, and your contributions are not small. We will not turn a blind eye to this matter. However, Fellow Daoist Han has already become Ling Xiao's disciple. He has a high talent for alchemy and has great potential. Therefore, if you want revenge, then work hard on your cultivation. When you advance to the Nascent Soul stage in the future, you will be able to kill him with full confidence. To seek revenge now is to seek death. I am doing this for your own good, not to stop you from taking revenge. Do you understand?"
Lu Yunjie said in a deep voice that Liu Zhanyuan and Zheng Jiaojiao had done a lot for Tiansha Zhenren and their contributions were not small. If he forbade them to take revenge, it would seem inhumane.
His words are well-founded and are also based on his own interests.
If Black and White Impermanence had advanced to the Nascent Soul stage earlier than Han Changming, Lu Yunjie would naturally not stop them from taking revenge. But if Han Changming had formed a Nascent Soul stage earlier, Black and White Impermanence would be courting death if they took revenge.
"Yes, I understand. Thank you for your advice, sir."
Liu Zhanyuan and Zheng Jiaojiao agreed readily. If Han Changming became Ling Xiao's disciple, they really wouldn't dare to deal with the Han family of Ziyue Island.
"If I remember correctly, it won't be long before the Immortal Burial Ruins will open. Go back and prepare! Don't delay Grandfather's important event."
Lu Yunjie gave the order, Zheng Jiaojiao and Liu Zhanyuan agreed readily and turned to leave.