The path to immortality through martial arts begins with being forced into marriage!

"Hey, you can't say that."

Elder Luo Chen waved his hand and said solemnly, "In alchemy cultivation, both courage and caution are indispensable."

"An alchemist without creativity will only be trapped like a dragon for the rest of his life."

"Although you made some rash mistakes in the competition, your pursuit of excellence is a treasure that countless alchemists seek but cannot obtain."

"After this experience, you must have deeply realized the importance of a solid foundation and experience."

"And that is precisely where Danta can help you."

At this point, Luo Chen paused, looked intently at Cui Yi, and finally revealed his true purpose for coming today.

"Young friend Cui, I have observed that you possess extraordinary talent, and even more so, an comprehension that is difficult for ordinary people to attain."

"The reason you are only a second-grade alchemist is simply because you lack systematic inheritance and guidance from a master, which is why you have taken some detours."

"Would you be willing to become my disciple?"

"Although I am not talented, I have been immersed in the Dao of alchemy in the Pill Tower for more than two hundred years. I have reached the perfection of the fifth grade and have touched the threshold of the sixth grade."

"If you are willing to become my disciple, I will impart all the knowledge I have acquired throughout my life to help you solidify your foundation!"

"All the resources I possess within the Dan Tower will be devoted to you!"

"With your talent, given time, you will surely surpass me in achievement!"

Only after Luo Chen said those words did Cui Yi finally feel relieved.

It turned out that the old man had come to take on an apprentice.

"I am deeply grateful for Elder Luo's kindness, but I already have a master."

"You already have a master or sect?"

Luo Chen raised a slight brow, but did not appear too surprised.

It's only natural that such a talented young person would have a mentor.

"May I ask which school of thought you follow, young friend? Perhaps I have heard of it."

Luo Chen's mind quickly flashed through the famous alchemy sects and rogue cultivators of the Northern Territory and several surrounding dynasties, and he was even thinking about how to poach them.

Cui Yi frankly replied, "I am not a pure alchemist; I am a disciple of the Blood Robe Sect."

Elder Luo Chen remained silent.

He stroked his beard, his eyes flickering with uncertainty, clearly weighing his options quickly.

He knew something about the Blood Robe Sect; it was a second-rate sect with a foundation far inferior to the Pill Tower.

Foundation and strength are secondary considerations; Luo Chen hesitated simply because he felt the Blood Robe Sect had a bad reputation.

A demonic sect and a neutral sect like the Pill Tower are not on the same side.

Taking a disciple from the Blood Robe Sect as an apprentice may bring some unnecessary trouble and controversy.

but……

Cui Yi's talent in alchemy is truly astonishing!

The extraordinary phenomenon of triggering heavenly lightning to create cinnabar patterns was beyond the comprehension of ordinary geniuses.

He was truly unwilling to give up such a rough gem.

Before long, the news that someone had refined a first-grade elixir with pill patterns will spread throughout the world.

At that time, many high-level alchemists will naturally come out to take on apprentices!

Compared to ordinary cultivators, every alchemist has their own alchemy habits and different insights. How to pass on these things is the most important thing for every high-level alchemist.

However, the number of alchemists is far less than that of cultivators, making it extremely difficult to find a suitable successor.

I don't want to teach those who have very little talent.

Those with exceptional talent are hard to find.

This creates a vicious cycle that's hard to break. Now that a promising talent is right in front of us, how can we let some damn stance hold us back?

The Blood Robe Sect has a bad reputation, what does that have to do with the disciples of my Pill Tower Association?

Luo Chen came directly to see Cui Yi today, without even telling the guild leader!

When Cui Yigang was unconscious, he said he would inform the chairman, so that others would think that the chairman had already been notified.

And this is exactly the result he wanted!

Based on his understanding of the chairman, even if the old man is currently traveling abroad, he would rush back to intercept the deal as soon as he received the news.

Such a promising talent, no one would easily let him go.

Now that he's in such a good position, why is he still hesitating?

A moment later, Luo Chen suddenly laughed, which gave Cui Yi goosebumps.

"Young friend, you are loyal and righteous, and you keep to your duty. These are virtues that I admire."

"But young friend, do you know that this long path to immortality is boundless, how can it be encompassed by a single master or sect?"

"A true strong person has a boundless heart and an unconstrained path!"

"The path of spiritual practice is inherently a process of learning from various sources and integrating them into a coherent whole."

Elder Luo Chen looked at Cui Yi, his voice becoming much gentler: "Your teacher in the Blood Robe Sect passed on your foundation and protected your growth. This kindness must not be forgotten, and this affection must not be betrayed."

"But since you have embarked on the path of alchemy and displayed extraordinary talent, it means that you are destined for this path."

"Do you intend to become complacent and give up the possibility of making further progress in alchemy simply because of the differences between sects?"

As he spoke, Luo Chen suddenly became excited, stood up abruptly, and stood with his hands behind his back.

"I invited you to join the sect not so that you would betray the Blood Robe Sect, nor so that you would forget the kindness of your former master."

"Instead, we hope to build upon your existing foundation, open another window for you, and pave another path!"

"You can be Cui Yi of the Blood-Clad Sect at the same time, or you can be my alchemy disciple, Luo Chen!"

"In the Blood-Clad Sect, you cultivate your path of slaughter; in the Pill Tower, you learn your path of alchemy!"

"These two approaches are not contradictory; they may even corroborate each other, helping you forge a unique path to success!"

"The strong are unrestrained, and no one can be limited by a single teacher!"

"Young friend, your stage should not be confined to one sect!"

"Your future lies in a wider world!"

"What I ask for is nothing more than to be your guide on the path of alchemy, and to explore with you the mysteries of the highest realm of alchemy."

"So, are you willing?"

Cui Yi's heart also stirred slightly.

This Elder Luo Chen is truly a remarkable person.

After rambling on and on, he essentially came up with a dual-track approach.

This did indeed alleviate Cui Yi's concerns to some extent, as joining the Pill Tower to learn systematic alchemy was his original goal.

If one could receive personal guidance from a senior elder, the results would undoubtedly be twice as good with half the effort.

Furthermore, Luo Chen may break through the shackles of a sixth-grade alchemist at any time, at which point both his status and ability will rise accordingly!

In addition, he can maintain his identity as a disciple of the Blood Robe Sect, killing two birds with one stone.

"Elder Luo Chen's foresight is truly remarkable; I have learned a great deal from him!"

"Since Elder Luo Chen appreciates me so much, then I will accept the honor without hesitation."

Cui Yi took a step back, clasped his hands slightly in greeting, and said, "Disciple Cui Yi greets Master!"

Elder Luo Chen clapped his hands and laughed, pleased that Cui Yi was so sensible.

"Good! Good! Good!"

"From this day forward, you are my only disciple, Luo Chen!"

After saying that, he handed a token to Cui Yi.

Cui Yi took it and examined it.

The front of the token is embossed with a three-legged alchemy cauldron and auspicious cloud patterns, which is the emblem of the Pill Tower, while the back of the token is engraved with the two characters Luo Chen.

"This is a token from your master; please keep it safe."

"With this token, you will enjoy many conveniences within the tower. I won't go into details; you will experience them for yourself when the time comes."