A natural-born alchemist!
Instantly, Chen Guan thought, understanding the smug smile of the Ghost Poison Old Monster.
"It's hard to believe, they haven't even touched Dou Qi cultivation yet, but their spiritual power is already comparable to that of some Dou Wang or even Dou Huang. You're an alchemist, so you understand what this means better than I do."
The Ghost Poison Old Monster was unstinting in his praise. He had discovered this talent, and it was certainly a credit to him.
Chen Guan nodded slightly, releasing his spiritual power to more carefully probe the two people's bodies.
A hint of surprise soon crossed his face.
"What's wrong?"
The Ghost Poison Old Monster, standing beside him, observed their expressions and immediately asked.
Just as Chen Guan was about to explain, the wary boy spoke first.
"We...can't be alchemists. The people of the Lion Nether Sect say we don't have the Wood Attribute..."
Although he acted more mature than his peers, the boy couldn't hide the disappointment in his eyes when he mentioned this.
The dignity of an alchemist is even more prominent in such a remote and barren area. Even adults don't like the feeling of unfulfilled expectations.
The old ghostly monster's smile froze, and for a moment he didn't know what to say. He'd thought they were two geniuses in alchemy,
but who would have thought they didn't have the necessary skills... Chen Guan, however, wasn't disappointed. Instead, he regarded them with even greater caution .
Having exceptional mental strength didn't necessarily require a career in alchemy!
It just so happened that he needed someone to inherit the art of puppetry and carry it forward, thus fulfilling his teacher's duty.
As his power level increased, puppetry's personal benefits were far less than they had been before, and it was inevitable that he would be "neglected."
The siblings appeared at the perfect time, offering them the opportunity to inherit the art, preventing him from being distracted and fulfilling his teacher's expectations.
"What are your names?"
"Tang... Tang Xi."
"My name is Tang Zi!"
The girl, protected behind him, chimed in, bolder than the boy—perhaps, more daring would be the right word.
"Your family..."
Noting down the names, Chen Guan continued to inquire.
But seeing the sadness in the siblings' eyes, he already knew the answer and didn't ask any more questions.
"The Lion Nether Sect has been destroyed. You can leave now, or follow me back to the Heavenly Alliance."
Although Chen Guan had some thoughts in mind, he suppressed them for the time being, leaving it to the two of them to decide.
He disdained to do something as crude as forcing them back.
A Dou Zun master should behave like a Dou Zun master!
Perhaps it was Chen Guan's expression that was more persuasive, or perhaps it was because he sensed his kindness, but the boy glanced back at his expectant sister and made the logical decision, nodding emphatically before leaving.
"Okay, then you rest for a while. We'll be leaving soon."
Leaving the brother and sister inside, Chen Guan led the Ghost Poison Monster out.
Although their chemistry wasn't particularly strong, Chen Guan's glance signaled that the Ghost Poison Monster understood his intention and vanished in a flash.
Returning to the table, he briefly recounted the story of the brother and sister to Little Medical Fairy and the others. Soon, Zi Yan, who had been cleaning up the spoils, returned.
The smile on her face suggested that this trip was incredibly lucrative.
"Alas, the poor Lion Nether Sect! There's nothing in the treasury. It was a wasted trip! This elder is so pissed off! I don't even care about this garbage."
Zi Yan tossed a storage ring to Chen Guan to prove her innocence.
Then, she sat down casually, holding the teacup with both hands to her lips, half of her face hidden, only her large eyes darting around, giving the impression of trying to cover up something.
Chen Guan, understanding the situation, didn't bother to argue.
"Then there's no need to stay here. Let's continue on our journey and return home as soon as possible."
No one objected. Having already entered the northwest, everyone wanted to reach the Jia Ma Empire as quickly as possible.
After leading the siblings out of the house, under Zi Yan's puzzled gaze, Chen Guan tore through space, creating a temporary wormhole.
Light and shadows flickered, the space became even lower, and the distance to the Jia Ma Empire grew closer and closer.
Twenty minutes passed, and as they neared the exit, Zi Yan's curiosity finally overwhelmed. She approached the Little Medical Fairy and, with a hint of jealousy, glanced at the boy beside Chen Guan and the girl held by Yun Yun's hand.
"Sister Xiao Yixian, who are they? What's their relationship to Chen Guan?"
She smiled at the little dragon man, pretending to be calm
. Without beating around the bush, she simply recounted the entire story. Zi Yan, who had initially felt she was in danger of falling out of favor, underwent a complete about-face, her attitude shifting drastically, her smile becoming incredibly relaxed.
With her hands behind her back, she paced back and forth between the siblings, one step at a time, two steps at a time, like an elder examining a younger one.
It was a formality, and a bit comical
...
The Gama Empire, the Monster Mountain Range.
Once, this place was a haven for mercenaries, with countless mercenary groups descending daily to fight monsters for their livelihoods.
However, all this changed after the migration of the Serpent People.
Initially, humans and Serpent People, plagued by years of resentment, remained wary of each other, despite directives from higher-ups to coexist peacefully.
This atmosphere created a period of relative seclusion near the Warcraft Mountains.
However, with the outbreak of the Border War and the formation of the Heavenly Alliance, and after a period of adjustment amidst the brunt of the conflict, relations between humans and Serpent People truly thawed, beginning to put aside past animosity and embrace each other.
This also brought a gradual surge of activity to the Warcraft Mountains.
After Chen Guan left the northwest, Queen Medusa, as deputy leader, oversaw overall efforts and initiated a series of efforts to improve relations between the two tribes. The
most effective approach was continued expansion!
Expanding the Heavenly Alliance inevitably involved numerous battles, where they shared the bloody battles and the joy of victory. The battlefield became the perfect stage for fostering closer ties between the two tribes.
Consequently, within a few short years, the two sides entered an unprecedented honeymoon period.
Nowadays, humans and snakemen haven't completely put aside their prejudices, but most have become equals.
Queen Medusa not only resolved the tensions between the two tribes but also dramatically increased the strength of the Heavenly Alliance, transforming it into a renowned power in the northwest and naturally establishing immense prestige.
It's no exaggeration to say that within the Heavenly Alliance today, Queen Medusa's reputation rivals that of a legendary leader!
This has also brought unprecedented bustle to the Warcraft Mountains, with countless pilgrims flocking daily to witness the Deputy Alliance Leader's extraordinary presence.
Day after day, year after year, the once insignificant Qingshan Town of the Jiama Empire has become a vast city!
Walking through the familiar yet unfamiliar streets, Chen Guan was filled with emotion.
Suddenly, the Little Medical Fairy beside him stopped, a mischievous smile plastered across her face.
His thoughts were broken. Chen Guan followed her gaze and couldn't help but smile. With a nostalgic look on his face, he led the group into the seemingly ordinary shop.
"Hey, please come in, gentlemen. I wonder what kind of fire fox you'd like to try? I can't say much about other things in our shop, but this one is absolutely authentic. Even the leader of the Heavenly Alliance praised it!"
"Oh?"
"Hehe, the guests look unfamiliar, so I guess you don't know the story. You may not have seen Chen Guan
, the leader of the Tianmeng Alliance, but you must have heard of him. I'm not bragging, but when it comes to understanding this adult, none of you can compare to me. A few years ago, I met him in person. At that time, Chen Guan was still a young boy who came to Qingshan Town for training, which is the predecessor of today's Qingshan City.
Chen Guan is a strange man. Because he went into the mountains to fight monsters every day, he was often covered in wounds. Because of this, he met a doctor named Xiao Yixian in Wanyaozhai, and they became familiar with each other.
Xiao Yixian is well-known for his kindness. Sometimes he doesn't charge money for treating mercenaries, let alone friends. Seeing this, Chen Guan felt embarrassed and tried to make up for it.
Others at this time will definitely think of giving some medical books or things that girls like. But Alliance Leader Chen Guan was different. He thought of food. Ah, you guessed it right, this fire fox!
We all thought it had a strange smell, making it unsuitable for consumption, but Alliance Leader Chen Guan was an expert. With a little preparation, he removed the odor, making the previously unloved fire fox suddenly delicious.
Back then, I worked in the kitchen of Wanyaozhai and often smelled the aroma emanating from the second floor. Driven by curiosity, I also tried to prepare fire fox. It took me two and a half years, but I finally figured it out!
So, don't underestimate this fire fox! It's Alliance Leader Chen Guan's favorite delicacy. I guarantee that no one in the entire Douqi Continent can make it more authentic than I do!
One fire fox a day, and you'll be Alliance Leader next year! "
A little old man, seemingly in his fifties, chattered non-stop, happily sharing Chen's "dirty history" with everyone, much to their amazement.
Only the group around Chen Guan seemed overjoyed.
Seeing Chen Guan's scowl, they knew for sure. This story, while perhaps exaggerated, was true.
"Sir, we have eleven flavors of Firefox. Which would you like?"
"Choose anything! I'm a kid, but I still choose. One of each!"
Chen Guan replied grumpily, the nostalgic atmosphere suddenly changing.
The old man shook his head and refused without a second thought.
"That won't do, sir. Because of the imitation of Alliance Leader Chen Guan, Firefoxes are being sold at a fraction of their original price. There aren't many left in the Monster Mountain Range. Therefore, there's a limit of three per table!"
...
Inside the Monster Mountain Range, within the magnificent hall.
A graceful figure leaned lazily against the throne. A graceful purple brocade robe enveloped her voluptuous, delicate figure, as alluring as a ripe peach. Her long, black hair flowed casually from her shoulders, exuding a subtle allure.
A delicate hand rubbed her smooth forehead, and as her clear, autumn-water eyes swept over the exquisite sword on the table, a trace of unspeakable emotion crossed her stunning face.
Just as she was lost in thought, she suddenly heard hurried footsteps from outside the mat.
Queen Medusa wasn't angry. Only one person could enter here:
the guard commander, Hua She'er!
And she knew Hua She'er's character well. He wouldn't rush unless something serious was happening.
Sitting up straight, Queen Medusa's delicate hand habitually stroked her swollen belly, then quickly lowered it.
"What happened?"
"Your Majesty, news has come from Qingshan City. It seems the leader... the leader has returned!"
Hearing this, Medusa's face lit up with joy, and she made a move to stand.
But halfway, she lazily lay back down, her expression returning to her usual coolness, as if completely unconcerned.
She casually placed the exquisite sword on the table into her ring, then lay sideways on the throne, her right hand resting on her head.
"Tell him to come to see me!"