Nationwide Development: Spend Billions in Advance to Bind the Empress

Chapter 26 The Arrival of the Pill Saint! The Shameful Pill King

Luo Hongxi estimated that this senior must be a master alchemist, probably a Pill King or something similar.

But with so many toxins in his body, he probably won't live much longer. I was curious but also felt sorry for him.

Seeing a master alchemist about to perish would be a sad thing for any alchemist.

"The Heavenly Evolution Sword Sect? There's no need for that." The old man smiled and nodded at Lin Sheng, then, noticing the expression in Luo Hongxi's eyes, spoke with a kind tone:

"Young lady, would you be willing to become my apprentice and study alchemy?"

'Become an apprentice?' Lin Sheng looked at the unfamiliar old man in front of her with curiosity. If he was a famous alchemist in the Eastern Region, she couldn't possibly not have seen him before.

Moreover, the alchemists around didn't react much when they saw the old man.

“Senior, I already have a master.” Luo Hongxi shook her head.

Although she had only been Lin Sheng's disciple for a short time, her master cared for her greatly, and the atmosphere throughout the Sword Sect was very good.

"It's alright." The old man didn't seem to care: "You can take on masters in both swordsmanship and alchemy, it won't affect anything."

He had just noticed the unique quality of the girl's heterochromatic eyes, and realized that she was an excellent candidate for alchemy, so he decided to take her on as a disciple.

But his actions made Lin Sheng wary, and the old man stroked his beard and smiled upon seeing this:

"Haha, look how eager I am to take on disciples that I've become senile. Don't be nervous, you two. I am Zhao Xincheng, a master alchemist from Zhonghuang Prefecture."

Upon hearing this!

Lin Sheng's pupils contracted and his hair stood on end!

The alchemists coming and going around them, as if by reflex, suddenly turned their heads and stared at the old man in shock:

"Impossible?!"

"Wasn't it said that the senior had retired from the Pill Hall and gone into seclusion in the mountains?!"

The Xuan Tian Continent comprises five regions: the Eastern Region, the Southern Frontier, the Central Imperial State, the Northern Border, and the Western Border. The key point is the old man's name; he is the current Pill Saint!

next moment.

Buzz!

A dazzling golden holy light emanated from the old man's body, and the powerful pressure of a Saint Realm expert instantly enveloped the entire Pill Hall!

Although there was no real harm, everyone present felt their scalp tingle at the sight of the golden patterns of sainthood surrounding the old man!

Saintly Golden Mark: A unique mark of law belonging to the Saintly Realm!

The alchemists present were not unsophisticated; what shocked them was that among these saintly golden patterns were dozens of glittering golden pill phantoms!

This also means...

The old man before me once refined these divine elixirs!

And there's no doubt about his identity!

Whoosh!

A gust of wind swept in, and a figure stood respectfully before the old man, bowing deeply with an excited expression.

"Jiang Ming, the Palace Master of the Eastern Region Branch Hall, greets Zhao Dansheng!!"

The Sage of Alchemy, Zhao Xincheng!!

boom!!!

The silent hall erupted in chaos, all the alchemists filled with boundless fervor:

"This junior pays respects to Zhao Dansheng!!"

"Greetings, Senior Lin!!!"

Zhao Xincheng, the Pill Saint, is one of the three Pill Saints in the Pill Hall of the Xuantian Continent!

He is also the only top-tier alchemist capable of refining the Great Sage Pill!

Those who can refine sacred pills can be called pill saints.

However, Zhao Xincheng's mastery of alchemy is unparalleled; he can refine the Great Sage Pill even with only the Saint Realm level!

However, the old man later withdrew from the Dan Hall and chose to live in seclusion.

Some say that the old man suffered a backlash from Heaven for refining the Great Sage Pill.

Some say that powerful beings at the Great Sage Realm sought him out to refine pills, fearing it would damage their foundation and shorten their lifespan, which is why he went into seclusion.

There are differing opinions, but there is no doubt that the old man in front of them is the most skilled alchemist in the entire Xuan Tian Continent!

For an alchemist to be able to meet him is like a pilgrimage; how could he not be excited!

"Hongxi is willing to take Senior Zhao as her master!" Lin Sheng clasped his hands in a fist salute, making the decision for his disciple with great excitement.

This is the Pill Saint himself!!

If Luo Hongxi successfully becomes an apprentice, the entire Tianyan Sword Sect will hold a banquet to celebrate.

If our ancestor Zongheng knew, he'd laugh his teeth out!

There is no other reason.

Luo Hongxi is a disciple of the Tianyan Sword Sect. If she were to become Zhao Dansheng's disciple...

Zhao Dansheng is practically half a member of the Heavenly Evolution Sword Sect!

However, Lin Sheng noticed that the girl seemed somewhat unwilling, so he made a decision for his disciple without hesitation.

"Hongxi! Don't let Jiang Danwang's matter affect the people of the Dan Palace. Zhao Dansheng is a highly respected elder! Be a good girl and don't be stubborn." Lin Sheng was afraid she would be unhappy, so he earnestly advised her:

"Having two masters doesn't matter. You like alchemy, right? Find a master first; this is a great opportunity!"

Luo Hongxi was indeed a little unwilling, because she felt that the old man was not long for this world, and that after becoming his disciple, she would definitely be heartbroken to see him suffer the loss of his father.

'Young master, do you think I should become your apprentice?' She wanted to ask for the young master's opinion.

Shen Yun was looking at Luo Hongxi's daily [Character Information]:

[The old man at the entrance is Zhao Xincheng, the Pill Saint. He came to the Pill Hall to inquire about the whereabouts of high-grade medicinal herbs from the Eastern Region. He happened to encounter Luo Hongxi, who possesses double pupils and has an extraordinary talent for alchemy. He noticed her extraordinary double pupils and wanted to take her as his disciple to pass on his mantle.]

'He must have noticed Hongxi's double pupils, a seasoned veteran...' Shen Yun said.

"Of course you should seek guidance from a master; with a renowned teacher, your alchemy skills will improve."

'Alright then...' Luo Hongxi then respectfully bowed to the old man.

"Disciple Luo Hongxi greets Master."

"Haha! Good, good, good!!" Zhao Xincheng helped Luo Hongxi up with a big smile, showing how satisfied he was with this disciple.

This left Jiang Ming, who was standing to the side, completely astonished:

'Taking on a disciple?! And it's her?!'

No, he should be the one taking on apprentices, why did he find a newbie?!

The surrounding alchemists all looked at Luo Hongxi with envy:

"What a lucky little girl!"

"I remember she came here to refine pills, right? Could it be that her exceptional talent caught the eye of the Pill Saint?"

'A cultivator who isn't from the Pill Hall is here to refine pills?' Everyone suddenly realized and looked at Pill King Jiang Ming with strange expressions.

In this situation, people usually come to the Pill Hall to verify their alchemy qualifications.

However, it was clear that the alchemist in charge of this area had not discovered the girl's outstanding talent in alchemy.

As the person in charge, Palace Master Jiang Ming has an inescapable responsibility!

At this moment, Jiang Ming also came to his senses. Despite being quite old, he stood in front of the Pill Saint with a flushed face and sweat beading on his forehead.

Because he personally oversaw Luo Hongxi's alchemy aptitude!

But he overlooked an alchemist who could have won over the Pill Saint and made him take on the role of his disciple.

The thought of his previous arrogant demeanor sent chills down his spine.

Zhao Xincheng had guessed the whole story. After looking around the huge pill hall, he fixed his gaze on Jiang Ming:

"Do you know why I left the Pill Hall?"

These words were so weighty that Jiang Ming broke out in a cold sweat upon hearing them!

Even the alchemists around were shocked and held their breath.

The departure of the Great Pill Saint Zhao Xincheng from the Pill Hall is an absolute huge loss!

But no one knows the reason.

Jiang Ming dared not refuse, and could only bow deeply and remain seated: "This junior did not know."

"The Pill Hall was initially established to provide a place for alchemists from all over the world to exchange ideas and coexist on an equal footing." Zhao Xincheng turned and shook his head.

"But nowadays, alchemists are increasingly competitive, and because of the advantages that come with status and ability, their hearts are no longer with the art of alchemy. How can they possibly refine the pills they desire? Have they forgotten their original aspirations as alchemists?"

After speaking, the three had already left the Pill Hall, leaving behind a group of alchemists who looked deep in thought.

'Was it because the Old Pill Saint was disappointed with the current snobbish environment of the Pill Hall that he withdrew from it...?'

Some of them, like Jiang Ming, lowered their heads in shame and bowed to the departing Pill Saint.