Han Zichuan shifted his gaze to Zhao Li, sizing him up. He was somewhat curious about this young man who had come with his disciple.
The young man in front of him looked to be around thirty years old. He wasn't handsome, but his eyes held a calmness, as if nothing in the world could bother him.
Although he was young, the badge pinned to his chest was the highest level the Pill Tower's certification could issue.
If he was truly that young, he was a rare genius. Furthermore, his own disciple seemed to hold him in high regard. After a brief assessment, he opened his mouth and asked:
"Xueling, aren't you going to introduce this young talent to your Master?"
He looked at Zhao Li, but his thoughts were on his disciple's marriage.
Over the years, she had rejected countless young talents. Although she still looked very young, she was already approaching fifty years old.
It was just that her standards were high. If she were to develop feelings for this person, as long as his character was sound, he would naturally support it.
Xuan Xueling didn't know what her Master was thinking. Hearing his words, she playfully pouted, then became serious:
"Oh, I was so happy to see Master, I forgot to introduce him. Master, this is Zhang Li. He came to me earlier to take the assessment, and I personally awarded him that badge. Oh, right, I think his Alchemy Technique is probably higher than Seventh Grade, so I brought him here. I was just about to recommend him to you."
Saying this, she turned to Zhao Li and said:
"This is my Master, Elder Han of the Pill Tower. He's not only a Rank 8 Alchemist, but also a Dou Venerate expert."
Hearing this, Zhao Li's heart stirred. An Elder of the Pill Tower, with the strength of a Dou Venerate, must be a person of real authority. And he was a familiar face, which would make things easier.
Zhao Li cupped his hands and respectfully said:
"This junior, Zhang Li, greets Senior Han."
Han Zichuan nodded in acknowledgment, then looked at Xuan Xueling and asked with a smile:
"Is Little Zhang really as impressive as you say? Don't exaggerate too much, or you might make it awkward for someone later."
The others didn't catch the old man's teasing tone. Xuan Xueling, asked in this way, even became a little anxious and said:
"Of course it's true. Oh, right, I remember joining the Pill Tower to study requires a recommendation. I recommend him. When Master takes him back, perhaps we Master and disciple can even get some rewards for discovering talent."
Hearing this, Zhao Li inwardly exclaimed, Divine Teammate! This assist is too timely.
Seeing his disciple's eagerness, and even mentioning the recommendation, Han Zichuan became serious. He then looked at Zhao Li, then back at his disciple, and asked:
"Xueling, are you serious?"
Xuan Xueling nodded, then leaned into the old man's ear and whispered:
"I think his talent is no less than that kid Yao Chen's. You know, he doesn't have the growth environment of the Pill Tower."
Hearing this, Han Zichuan raised his eyebrows slightly and carefully examined Zhao Li. Aside from his calm demeanor, he seemed quite ordinary.
He then shook his head and laughed softly, thinking his disciple was seeing things through rose-colored glasses. How could there be so many geniuses like Yao Chen?
But it was undeniable that Zhao Li's Seventh-Grade Alchemist level was there; his talent was definitely not to be underestimated. He didn't want to go against his disciple's wishes.
Moreover, he needed to interact with him more to properly assess him. He then asked Zhao Li:
"Zhang Li? Once things here are settled, are you willing to return to the Pill Tower with me to study?"
Zhao Li didn't have the habit of eavesdropping on others' conversations and didn't know what Xuan Xueling had said. He also didn't have mind-reading abilities and likewise didn't know what Elder Han was thinking.
Hearing Elder Han's words, his face lit up with joy, and he quickly said:
"It is indeed my wish, I dare not presume to ask. Thank you! Thank you so much."
Zhao Li turned and thanked Xuan Xueling.
He hadn't expected to achieve his goal so easily and was extremely grateful to Xuan Xueling. Such a Divine Teammate was truly hard to find.
Afterward, Zhao Li and Elder Han talked about many things. Although Elder Han would occasionally test him, Zhao Li was mostly able to handle it.
But gradually, Zhao Li found that the old man's questions were starting to deviate, asking about his personal matters. Zhao Li sensed that something was off.
Looking at the old man's gaze towards him, Zhao Li felt a chill down his spine:
Could this old man be 'Jin Tao Yuanming'?
Seeing Elder Han's seemingly satisfied gaze, Zhao Li didn't dare to stay any longer. He casually made up an excuse and quickly said goodbye before leaving.
Han Zichuan watched Zhao Li's hurried retreat with a smile on his face:
"Young people, their skin is still too thin."
Seeing Zhao Li flee in a panic, Xuan Xueling was a little confused and asked:
"Master, what did you do to him? Why is he so scared?"
Seeing his disciple's appearance, Han Zichuan sighed inwardly and said irritably:
"Xueling, you need to be brave. You won't be able to catch a man like this."
Saying this, he left, leaving Xuan Xueling and Xuan Yi there.
Her face was blank, not understanding what her Master was saying or how it related to her question.
She looked at Xuan Yi and asked:
"I don't know what this old man is going crazy about. Yiyi, do you know what he means?"
Xuan Yi remembered when the adults talked about Brother Yao Chen, they looked just like this.
She said with some uncertainty,
"It seems like he's telling Aunt Ling to bravely pursue Zhang Li?"
Hearing Xuan Yi's uncertain words, Xuan Xueling was startled, then burst into laughter.
What was that old man worrying about unnecessarily?
After that, Zhao Li was a little afraid of Elder Han and deliberately avoided him.
Two days passed in a flash.
The auspicious day set by Burning Flame Valley arrived.
It was early autumn noon after a night of rain. The sky above the Burning Flame Valley plaza was clear and vast. Soft clouds and freshly washed willow leaves swayed intoxicatingly in the wind, adding a touch of elegance and tranquility to the place.
Zhao Li arrived here, took a deep breath of the fresh air, and slowly exhaled. His mood, like the scenery, was filled with a sense of peace and comfort.
Looking at the sea of people before him, Zhao Li quickly scanned the area, found the location of the Pill Tower, and walked over.
Tang Renjie, the current Valley Master of Burning Flame Valley, stood on the high platform, sweeping his gaze over the crowd. He spoke in a clear voice,
"Our Burning Flame Valley has a single lineage, and we are overjoyed to welcome a new son. We are beside ourselves with happiness. Thank you all for gracing us with your presence today. Our Burning Flame Valley has prepared many performances, guaranteed to ensure you arrive in high spirits and leave fully satisfied. Please enjoy yourselves to the fullest."
"Hahaha, then we thank the Valley Master for his kindness. Our Pill Tower doesn't have many good things, so we will present a Snow Soul Pill as a congratulatory gift to aid the Young Master in his future cultivation."
His words caused a stir of surprise among the crowd.
Those who were knowledgeable knew this was a Seventh Grade pill. While it might not be much to the Pill Tower, it was a very generous gesture for them.
Tang Renjie was equally delighted upon hearing this. The Snow Soul Pill was a Seventh Grade pill that, while its effects lasted, could increase cultivation speed by thirty percent. It was effective even for high-level Dou Sects. If used at the right time, the effect...
Thinking this, a smile appeared on his face, and he replied,
"Thank you, Elder Han, for your kind intentions. Our Burning Flame Valley will certainly advance and retreat together with the Pill Tower."
He knew that things had been somewhat unsettled at the Pill Tower lately, with many branch tower alchemists disappearing, likely having met with misfortune.
He was very willing to ally with the behemoth that was the Pill Tower. Within his capabilities, he naturally did not hesitate to express his stance.
After the Pill Tower, many guests presented the gifts they had prepared.
Although none were as generous as the Pill Tower, they were all carefully prepared and very suitable, neither slighting the host nor causing themselves to lose face.
Seeing this, Zhao Li felt a little embarrassed.
He hadn't really prepared anything, and Elder Han and the others had naturally included him as part of the Pill Tower group. However, seeing that he also wanted to give a gift to Burning Flame Valley, they didn't stop him.
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