“Hahahaha!” Liu Ji Tong and Li Fei Cheng laughed at the same time. This was a colossal joke—a seventeen year old, a low level Earth Grade medicinal pill, and thirteen stars in quality were things that couldn’t be placed together.
Ling Han laughed as well, and then took out a golden badge along with the identification crystal; upon activating it, information on his identity was displayed.
Liu JI Tong and Li Fei Cheng’s laughter stopped abruptly.
“You’re that Ling Han!” Liu Ji Tong cried out. Several months ago, when Ling Han was authenticated as an Earth Grade alchemist, the news spread to North Pill Pavilion. There was only one word in their minds: impossible!
A seventeen-year-old youngster actually refined an Earth Grade medicinal pill? What a bad joke! However, there were three Earth grade alchemists who jointly guaranteed, and so they could only believe it even if there were still suspicions.
They never would’ve thought that the youngest Earth Grade alchemist in history would actually appear.
Ling Han nodded and said, “I’m that Ling Han.”
Liu Ji Tong had no more doubts. There were only so many Earth Grade alchemists in the north region; he could count these people with his fingers alone. And to refine a thirteen stars Bone Forming Pill… only a high level Earth Grade alchemist could do it.
These people were even rarer, countable with a single palm, and each one of them was worshipped in the North Pill Pavilion as they were diligently attempting to reach the Heaven Grade; who would be so bored as to refine Bone Forming Pill?
Moreover, these three Bone Forming Pills were very fresh, still carrying the smell like they were fresh out of the furnace. Evidently, it couldn’t be a work of a high level Earth Grade Alchemy master in their early years.
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“I’ve long heard of Master Ling’s name, and seeing you today, there’s no doubt of your great reputation. This old man is impressed!” Liu Ji Tong immediately cupped his hands, appearing very polite.
Although they were both low level Earth Grade alchemist, didn’t being able to refine a thirteen stars Bone Forming Pill mean that Ling Han’s alchemy ability was far more than just low level Earth Grade? He was probably limited by cultivation and the ultimate power of his flame couldn’t increase further, so he could only stop at this level.
Such an alchemy genius would definitely become a grandmaster in the future!
“Master Ling!” Li Fei Cheng cupped his hands in salutation. His martial arts tier completely crushed Ling Han’s and Liu Ji Tong’s, but the two’s achievements in alchemy were shocking, enough to be on equal footing with him and even taking a slight edge.
Who made the standing of alchemists beyond the norm?
Ling Han laughed and said, “Please don’t reveal information about me being here.” He didn’t want to be eyed by the Thousand Corpse Sect. It was unknown how long this sect existed underground, and its strength could be extremely terrifying.
“Of course.” Liu Ji Tong and Li Fei Cheng both nodded, asking nothing.
Since Ling Han’s identity was certain and the quality of the Bone Forming Pill was approved by Liu Ji Tong, the Spirit Treasures Pavilion naturally had no more doubts, placing the three Bone Forming Pills as the highlight in the next auction.
“Master Ling, can we sit down some time and discuss alchemy?” Liu Ji Tong said.
“Sure!” Ling Han nodded. “I opened a tavern, let’s just head over there.” He revealed his identity, so he had the intention of becoming acquainted with Liu Ji Tong.
“It’s up to Master Ling.” Liu Ji Tong hurriedly nodded. For him, where he ate obviously didn’t matter—the point was to be discuss alchemy with Ling Han. Ling Han could refine a thirteen stars Bone Forming Pill, so he naturally far surpassed him in alchemy techniques; if he didn’t take advantage of the opportunity to ask for advice, then he would be truly stupid.
The two came to Forget Not. Ling Han had the kitchen staff prepare food, slaughtering a second tier beast, a Mysterious Fragrant Deer that grew up from eating hundred-year-old ginseng. Simply boiling thoroughly with water, the delicious taste of it could make people’s teeth fall.
As expected, after Liu Ji Tong had a taste, he cared no longer for his old face and couldn’t stop with his chopsticks, forgetting to ask Ling Han for advice on alchemy.
Knowing that Ling Han came, Liu Yu Tong and the others came over. Ling Han introduced them one by one. Everyone sat down and ate; Hu Niu’s enormous appetite naturally shocked Liu Ji Tong. The old man even felt an impending crisis, fearing that he wouldn’t beat Hu Niu in snatching the food.
After they were half-full, Liu Ji Tong finally remembered the proper business, hurriedly consulting Ling Han on alchemy techniques.
Ling Han spoke casually; every word from the Grandmaster of alchemy was naturally like a gem. Very soon, Liu Ji Tong forgot his identity, and involuntarily stood up respectfully by Ling Han’s side like an alchemy boy in his teens, listening to the teachings of his respected teacher.
In Liu Ji Tong’s eyes, Ling Han’s status was raised infinitely, even surpassing the five high level Earth Grade alchemists—a Heaven Grade master.
…He has heard those five express their views on alchemy, but compared to Ling Han, none of them understood it as deeply; the difference was almost like heaven and earth.
Could this one be the reincarnation of the Grandmaster of alchemy? Or else how did a mere seventeen-year-old have such a shocking understanding on alchemy?
Don’t say, he actually guessed right.
Peng, peng, peng, peng, at this moment, clamor came from below, making Ling Han stop.
Liu Ji Tong was deeply absorbed, as if a brand-new door was slowly opening up to him that would allow him to become a middle level alchemy master! Limited by cultivation, he couldn’t refine medium level medicinal pill at the moment, but as long as he advanced into the Flower Blossom Tier, everything would come easily.
That was just like Ling Han, who had the martial arts comprehension of the Heaven Tier in the previous life and now only needed to accumulate cultivation. Once he had enough cultivation, he would smoothly advance.
He was instantly infuriated and his killing intent spread. He wished he could immediately tear the person who interrupted Master Ling into ten thousand pieces.
“I’ll have a look,” Zhu Wu Jiu said promptly, turning to leave the room.
Zhu Wu Jiu arrived at the bottom floor. Two youngsters were standing in the lobby—they brought a dozen underlings who were chasing out the customers. Every one of them looked malicious, and even the store staff didn’t dare step forward to stop.
Zhu Wu Jiu only recognized one of the two youngsters—Lang Jun Cai. If Ling Han were to come, he would recognized the other person—Liu Qi Yuan, who was Lang Jun Cai’s master.
Lang Jun Cai was obviously not resigned. He had planned on taking over “Forget Not,” which was equivalent to possessing a gold mountain. He never thought that not only would he not get the gold mountain, but he also would be extorted for four thousand Origin Crystals.
He knew Ling Han had Gong Letian as “support” and couldn’t resist him, so he found Liu Qi Yuan; with a little instigation, Liu Qi Yuan was moved.
A gold mountain, who wouldn’t want to take over it?
Lang Jun Cai was afraid of Gong Letian, but was he afraid? Of course not!
Then go for it!
This time, he fetched a Spiritual Pedestal Tier elite that was worshipped in the family. With such an elite’s backing, he wouldn’t be afraid of forcibly making Ling Han lower his head.
“Go, get your boss out here to greet Young Master Liu!” Lang Jun Cai said coldly, feeling extremely annoyed inside. This gold mountain was his—should have been his, but Liu Qi Yuan already made a move, so he could only drink get the leftover soup, and there was definitely no share for him with the beauties. If he could even get one portion of the profit, it would be something worth thanking the heavens for.
Liu Qi
Yuan was not a generous person, and besides, Lang Jun Cai expended no effort on this matter.
Zhu Wu Jiu walked down the stairs and said, “You guys are not welcome here, get lost.”
“Haha, since when did mere Gushing Spring Tier warriors dare to be so arrogant?” Lang Jun Cai sneered. “Let me tell you, it’s useless no matter who comes here today, because Young Master Liu is here!” he said, full of confidence.
In the entire Extreme Yang City, there were only so many spoiled second generations that could not give face to Liu Qi Yuan, and Ling Han wasn’t one of them! Unless Le Gongtian was willing to protect Ling Han at all cost, he wouldn’t be able to stop Liu Qi Yuan, either.
After all, Gong Letian couldn’t possibly always stay at Forget Not, right?
Zhu Wu Jiu was elated. He knew the identity of Liu Ji Tong, who was Liu Qi Yuan’s grandfather and Liu Family’s pillar. However, old man Liu was standing quietly by Ling Han’s side right now, obedient like Ling Han’s alchemy apprentice. The more unbridled Liu Qi Yuan was now, the more tragically he would be crying later.
He had no intention of warning them and said slowly, “Young Master Liu? Hehe, the Extreme Yang City’s hidden talent… it’s better to be a bit more modest.”
“You really make people laugh their heads off! A mere Gushing Spring Tier cultivator dares to lecture this young master? Take him down!” Liu Qi Yuan gave a stern look and a Spiritual Ocean Tier martial artist immediately jumped out, trying to grasp Zhu Wu JIu.
This was naturally very easy, and Zhu Wu Jiu immediately fell into the opponent’s hands.
“Slap him!” Liu Qi Yuan said coldly.
Pa, pa, pa, pa , that Spiritual Ocean Tier warrior immediately started lashing at Zhu Wu Jiu’s face.
Zhu Wu Jiu simply clenched his teeth and didn’t beg for mercy, nor did he call for help. He was set on getting Liu Qi Yuan in trouble because Liu Qi Yuan definitely wouldn’t be heavily reprimanded from creating a disturbance; however, if he were to get beaten up terribly, would Liu JI Tong punish Liu Qi Yuan lightly?
He always felt ashamed and uneasy, not being able to relieve Ling Han’s worries and troubles. So when he encountered things like this, he would rather suffer and get Liu Qi Yuan in trouble.
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“A mere Gushing Spring Tier warrior dares to be impudent in front of this young master? Hmph, watch how this young master will take care of you!” Liu Qi Yuan was extremely angry.
Before Ling Han was rude to him, and now Ling Han’s subordinates also dared to be rude to him, making him beyond furious. When did the young master of the Liu Family have so little face?
Zhu Wu Jiu laughed loudly and said, “Liu Qi Yuan, don’t you regret it!”
“Regret? Haha, damn brat, you dare to threaten this young master?” Liu Qi Yuan laughed out of anger and looked towards Lang Jun Cai.
Lang Jun Cai sneered and said, “The owner’s mad, so is the slave. It seems they have no clue of Young Master Liu’s identity.” He looked towards Zhu Wu Jiu and said, “Listen, Young Master Liu’s grandfather is an Earth Grade alchemist, Master Liu! Brat, do you know what an Earth Grade alchemist represents? Fiercer than Flower Blossom Tier elites, even mighty Spiritual Infant Tier cultivators need to be courteous to him!”
“Kneel down and yell ‘Ling Han is a bastard,’ and this young master will forgive you.” Liu Qi Yuan laughed. He came today to embarrass Ling Han to the point where Ling Han would hand over the tavern submissively.
“Alright!” Zhu Wu Jiu agreed unreservedly.
Liu Qi Yuan and Lang Jun Cai were both startled—how come he submitted so quickly? Wasn’t this guy quite haughty earlier? Could it be that he was scared when he finally knew Liu Qi Yuan’s identity?
“Then start,” Liu Qi Yuan said.
He was puzzled, but it was enough as long as he could embarrass Ling Han… Being betrayed by a subordinate had to feel quite awful, right?
Zhu Wu Jiu took a deep breath, about to yell.
“Kneel!” Lang Jun Cai hurriedly said, about to charge forward and knock Zhu Ju Jiu down.
“Forget it.” Liu Qi Yuan blocked with his hand.
“Liu Qi Yuan is a bastard! Liu Qi Yuan is a bastard! Liu Qi Yuan is a bastard!” Zhu Wu Jiu shouted, his voice rumbling and echoing ceaselessly.
“Sh!t!”
“You want to die?!”
Liu Qi Yuan and Lang Jun Cai glared at the same time, looking very furious—this brat dared to trick them?
“You’re dead! Dead for sure!” Lang Jung Cai bellowed. “Kill him!”
These subordinates hesitated; it didn’t matter when they killed in self-defense, but killing on one’s own accord was another matter. The Extreme Yang City had its own rules and killing people in public was a serious crime which no one would rashly violate.
Therefore, no matter how much they beat Zhu Wu Jiu, it didn’t matter, but killing… they couldn’t do so in front of so many people.
“Take him back!” Liu Qi Yuan said coldly. Killing him in the Liu Family… who would dare to demand his release? Even if they came, he only needed to say perfunctorily, “He’s already been released, who knows where he’s gone to,” and that would do.
Lang Jun Cai immediately understood and signaled with his eyes to the subordinate on the side as he said, “Take him!”
“Who dares to use force?” a voice seething with anger called out, sounding very old.
“Which bastard is it now?” Lang Jun Cai said impatiently; one person after another, was there no end?
“G-grandfather!” Liu Qi Yuan said with a quiver, appearing extremely nervous.
Lang Jun Cai instantly felt a chill from his head all the way to his feet.
Grandfather?
Liu Qi Yuan only had one grandfather, and that was the alchemist Liu Ji Tong—a low level Earth Grade alchemist! He actually called him a bastard… for that alone, he could be executed a hundred times!
Insulting an Earth Grade alchemist!
Pa , his legs immediately went soft. Kneeling down, he said, “This lowly one didn’t insult the master intentionally, please forgive me, Master Liu.”
Liu Ji Tong didn’t even glance at Lang Jun Cai and stared only at his grandson, revealing a both disappointed and furious expression.
He had just been listening respectfully to Ling Han instruct on alchemy but was interrupted midway, which infuriated him. However, he never would’ve thought that the one causing trouble was his grandson, making him feel exceedingly ashamed.
The kindness of guidance had with it the friendship of being half a teacher, yet his grandson came Ling Han’s place to make a show of force, making him so angry and ashamed that he wanted to die.
He always thought his grandson was respectful, but now he knew that it was all just appearances for him to see.
“Foul beast!” His entire body trembled as he pointed at Liu Qi Yuan, taking a sudden large stride forward, and pa, pa, pa, pa , he slapped forcefully four consecutive times, making Liu Qi Yuan’s two cheeks bulge greatly.
Liu Qi Yuan felt wronged and said, “Grandfather, why did you hit me?”
“Hit you? This old man will beat you to death!” Liu Ji Tong said coldly, raising his right hand up high again.
“Grandfather!” Liu Qi Yuan hurriedly threw himself to Liu Ji Tong’s feet, tears and snot flowing out. He knew Liu Ji Tong’s personality, it definitely wasn’t a joke when Liu Ji Tong said he was going to kill someone. “I’m your only grandson, Liu Family’s only son for generations, and if I die, Liu family will have no future generations!”
Lang Jun Cai almost fainted—even Liu Qi Yuan was going to be beaten to death, so what would be his end?
Liu Ji Tong raised his hand high up, but couldn’t smack downwards all this time; Liu Qi Yuan was certainly Liu Family’s only son.
“Ji Tong, forget it.” Ling Han walked down from the floor above.
“You…” Seeing this, Liu Qi Yuan wanted to climb up from the ground.
Pa!
; Liu Ji Tong immediately gave him a slap and scolded, “You? What you, call him master!”
M-master?
Liu Qi Yuan’s eyeballs almost jutted out. This was only a seventeen to eighteen year old youngster who was much younger than him, he was actually some master? Liu Ji Tong threw another slap, startling him once again.
He wasn’t stupid, could he not have realized by now?
“Master!” he hurriedly called out obediently.
Ling Han paid no attention, looking at Zhu Wu JIu. He said, “Wu Jiu, who did it?”
“Him and him!” Zhu Wu Jiu immediately pointed at Liu Qi Yuan and Lang Jun Cai.
Ling Han nodded and said, “Ji Tong, your grandson is a bit arrogant!”
Embarrassed, Liu JI Tong nodded, and immediately slapped Liu Qi Yuan again without holding back, truly like a beating to death. Liu Ji Yuan wanted to escape, but someone in the Spiritual Ocean Tier couldn’t possibly be a Spiritual Pedestal Tier cultivator’s opponent, so he could only keep getting beat.
When Liu Qi Yuan was almost beaten to death, Ling Han intervened and blocked Liu Ji Tong. He said, “No need for death penalty.”
“Thank you, Master!” Liu JI Tong hurriedly said, joy filling his face.
With Ling Han’s talent, Ling Han would definitely become a Heaven Grade alchemist; if Ling Han were to really bear a grudge, then the whole family would suffer. Now, Ling Han clearly stopped pursuing the matter, so Liu Ji Tong was naturally relieved.
Lang Jun Cai was covered with a cold sweat like rain; Liu Qi Yuan was beaten half to death, what about him?
Ling Han’s gaze moved over, as if looking at a dead man.
“Young Master Ling, Young Master Ling, forgive me once! Forgive me once!” Lang Jun Cai said quaveringly. He now knew why Liu Yu Tong, Zhu Wu Jiu, and the others had such confidence—not because they were country bumpkins, arrogant and ignorant, but because their trump card was shockingly powerful!
“Master Ling, leave this child up to me!” Liu Ji Tong said face full of killing intent. He had to give Ling Han some justice, didn’t he? He obviously was unwilling to kill his grandson, so he could only find the other culprit.
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