Refining Ruins Cauldron

The pattern on the pill was exceptionally clear; although it was only a simple line, he was already quite satisfied.

The low-grade Guiyuan Pill wasn't of high quality, but at least it was successful.

Achieving immortality in one go!

Elder Huo Qian witnessed the entire event from the side.

A crack finally appeared on his usually icy face.

Even with the strictest standards, Elder Huo Qian couldn't help but be moved when he saw Gu Qingyun complete his pill.

The pill was successfully refined on the first attempt, and the key point is that it only took seven days!

Gu Qingyun can no longer be described as just talented; he is simply a prodigy, a true chosen one of heaven!

"To refine a pill on the first try is already better than most disciples. Many people practice dozens of times, but still end up with useless pills."

"However, your cultivation level is too low and your spiritual power is insufficient. You almost exhausted your spiritual power before you could even finish refining a batch of pills. If it weren't for the Guiyuan Pill to replenish it, this batch of pills would have been ruined."

Gu Qingyun humbly accepted the advice; he knew that Elder Huo Qian was right.

"Disciple understands."

"After you return, thoroughly understand what you have learned, and continue your efforts tomorrow," Elder Huo Qian said.

"This disciple has learned much; this disciple takes his leave!"

Gu Qingyun stood up, cupped his hands in greeting, and then withdrew.

Elder Huo Qian nodded in response and watched Gu Qingyun leave.

He appeared calm on the surface, but his heart was already churning with turmoil.

Immediately send a message to Nalan Feixue.

"Peak Master, this boy is truly a once-in-a-century alchemy prodigy!"

……

After leaving the alchemy room, Gu Qingyun felt much more relaxed.

It was getting late, and a cool breeze was blowing, which made Gu Qingyun much more clear-headed.

A smile gradually appeared on his lips.

This is my first batch of pills, and also my first step on the path of alchemy.

Nianchen's spirit in heaven should have seen this too!

I remember everything you taught me!

I'll also remember your grudge!

Clenching his fists, Gu Qingyun didn't linger and walked towards the room.

This period of peace is finally coming to an end.

A few days later, the purple smoke returned.

Still arrogant and condescending.

This time, the visitors were clearly up to no good, their target being Gu Qingyun!

Outside the courtyard gate, Ziyan, dressed in purple, walked towards the sunlight, her gaze landing directly on Gu Qingyun.

Her expression remained unchanged, though her eyes held a hint of disdain.

"You, come and help."

The sound wasn't loud, but everyone could hear it clearly, and the surroundings instantly fell silent.

Gu Qingyun remained expressionless, but couldn't help feeling somewhat puzzled.

They had just been released from quarantine, and immediately came to cause trouble for me.

What exactly is the relationship between Bai Feng and her?

After Ziyan finished speaking, she walked towards the alchemy room, not even bothering to look at Gu Qingyun.

Seeing that the other party did not make a sound, she then spoke, her tone tinged with anger.

"Can't you hear me? Are you deaf?"

Gu Qingyun remained motionless.

Ziyan lost her patience, her face turning frosty.

"What, my words don't carry any weight anymore?"

"Of course not. It's just that I'm currently an outer disciple, responsible for assisting Elder Huo Qian in managing the affairs of the Pill Hall. Other disciples will naturally take care of the auxiliary tasks," Gu Qingyun said truthfully.

Polite, yet respectful, leaving no room for criticism.

Ziyan sneered, a hint of disbelief in her eyes.

"You think you can become an outer disciple?"

"If the fairy does not believe it, she can go and ask the peak master herself."

Gu Qingyun didn't waste any words and directly revealed his identity card.

At that moment, Ziyan's expression froze and her smile stiffened.

Who would have thought that after only a few days of confinement, this lowly servant would actually become an outer disciple!

What a wonderful story of rising from humble beginnings to become a phoenix!

The key is that the peak master personally promoted him!

What right does this lowly slave have?!

Nalan Feixue, the peak master of Tiandu Peak, is a genuine fifth-grade alchemist, and more importantly, a Golden Core cultivator!

In the Longevity Sect, who wouldn't treat her with utmost respect?

Including my own grandfather!

In the past, Ziyan could indeed easily crush a lowly servant or slave.

But now, Gu Qingyun is an outer disciple personally promoted by a Golden Core cultivator!

She was indeed used to being arrogant, but she didn't dare to make a move easily anymore.

She is not stupid.

For a moment, the two stood frozen in place, Ziyan's expression shifting, looking so ugly it was almost dripping with tears.

Gu Qingyun remained expressionless, but felt a surge of joy in his heart.

Although we can't help Nianchen get revenge for the time being, it's still great to see Ziyan suffer a setback.

Suddenly, the door to the alchemy room opened, and Elder Huo Qian walked out.

Seeing Gu Qingyun and Ziyan facing off, he slowly spoke, his gaze falling on the latter.

"Ziyan, the Pill Hall is busy today and there are no extra pill refining rooms available. Let's talk about it another day."

In short, they were issuing an order to leave.

Ziyan frowned slightly, clearly taken aback.

"Grandpa Huo Qian, can't you even spare a single alchemy room? Besides, I can do it quickly, it won't take too much time..."

She wanted to argue, but Elder Huo Qian didn't give her a chance at all and waved his hand to interrupt her.

"I have made myself very clear, now go back."

His tone was calm, leaving no room for negotiation.

Ziyan gritted her teeth, daring not to argue any further.

She glared fiercely at Gu Qingyun, her eyes filled with a look that seemed to want to devour him alive.

"Ziyan takes her leave!"

He bowed respectfully, then turned and left.

As she passed a servant disciple, who had already kept his distance, Ziyan still channeled her spiritual power and struck out with her palm.

That disciple was only at the second level of Qi Refining, how could he possibly withstand a furious attack from a half-step Foundation Establishment cultivator?

He died on the spot!

"You bastard, how dare you block my way?"

He snorted coldly, turned and left, as if he had just crushed an ant.

He killed people simply because he was in a bad mood, without any remorse or humanity.

Gu Qingyun kept his eyes fixed on Ziyan the whole time, his fists clenching unconsciously.

The anger hidden in his eyes seemed about to burst forth.

This kind of woman deserves to die.

Elder Huo Qian sighed softly, but didn't say anything more: "Zhao Xingsheng, clean this up properly."

Then, he beckoned Gu Qingyun to follow.

……

Inside the alchemy room, Elder Huo Qian sat down cross-legged, while Gu Qingyun stood obediently in front of him.

"Is there anything you want to say?"

Gu Qingyun hesitated, but finally couldn't hold back and asked, "Elder, is the Pill Hall just going to stand by and watch her kill people at will, without doing anything about it?"

"Manage? With what means can we manage it?"

Elder Huo Qian remained silent for a long time before finally smiling.

A calm smile, yet tinged with bitterness.

"Did you know that her grandfather is Wei Qianbo, the head of the Enforcement Hall?"

"Wei Qianbo is a late-stage Golden Core cultivator, and he is the most likely person in the entire Longevity Sect to break through to the Nascent Soul stage."

"Ziyan is his only junior, and he treats her like a precious gem, giving her whatever she wants."

"She killed someone; Wei Qianbo will handle the aftermath. What right do I have to interfere?"

"And then there's Nianchen. He's been doing odd jobs in the Pill Hall for five years. Apart from being a little lacking in talent, he hasn't done anything wrong. He's always the first to arrive and the last to leave. Does he really think I can't see anything?"

"How could I not be heartbroken by his death? But what could I do? Was I, a mere Foundation Establishment cultivator, supposed to challenge a Golden Core cultivator?"

"That's the Enforcement Hall! It's Wei Qianbo's territory! Even the Peak Master has to think twice."

"To them, menial disciples are no different from ants."

Gu Qingyun didn't respond, nor could she utter a word.

How could he not understand Elder Huo Qian's words?

In the cultivation world, the strong are respected, and the Longevity Sect is no exception!

If your fist isn't big enough, nothing you say will matter!

Etiquette and human nature are all based on equal strength.

The weak are nothing but ants.

"Bear with it. Before you have enough strength, keep everything to yourself, otherwise it will all be for nothing."

Elder Huo Qian reminded him, and after saying that, he stopped talking and closed his eyes to concentrate.

Gu Qingyun stood there, unable to calm down for a long time.

After an unknown amount of time, he bowed to Elder Huo Qian and silently withdrew.

Sunlight streamed down my face.

In the courtyard, everyone was still busy with their own things, as if nothing had happened.

The disciples who were crushed to death by Ziyan like ants had already been dealt with.

Just like Nianchen back then, he was treated like any other servant.

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