Starting As A Clan Leader: My Rules Are A Bit Wild

Chapter 106: A Surge in Strength! The Brocade Guards! Blame It on the Fragrant Pill~

The notorious reputation of the ruthless person grew stronger.

Upon hearing the news, cultivators were moved and wanted to slay demons and prove themselves.

However, most of those who were ready to take action at this moment were of average cultivation and background.

Otherwise, they wouldn't be so eager to show off.

After all, the ruthless person's fame was only limited to the mortal population, and more powerful cultivators wouldn't even bother to look at them.

And because of this...

The name of the ruthless person became even more dazzling.

Even in the Immortal Cultivation World, it began to spread gradually.

Although it was only famous and talked about among low-level cultivators, it was still a good start.

...

Xiao Ling'er returned to the sect.

Causing a sensation!

"The Fifth Realm?"

"This cultivation has already surpassed mine," Wu Xingyun exclaimed.

"Elder Wu, you're too modest," Xiao Ling'er said, "If you had enough resources over the years and weren't troubled by Dao injuries, your cultivation would have long reached the Sixth or even Seventh Realm!"

"It's just that your Dao injuries are quite troublesome, and it will take some time for me to find a way to eliminate them."

"You're considerate," Wu Xingyun smiled freely, "I've already gotten used to it over the years, so there's no need to rush."

"Family matters are best known by family members."

"I know my own talent. Even without these reasons, it would have been impossible for me to achieve such greatness in these years."

"Besides, do you remember what I said before?"

Xiao Ling'er was stunned, "Are you referring to...?"

"I no longer care about my own strength," Wu Xingyun smiled brightly, "I just want to see all of you make great strides and climb to new heights."

"If one day, you disciples surpass me, I will not be jealous or sad."

"I will only be extremely happy, even if I die immediately, I will die with a smile."

"That's right!"

The Grand Elder, Su Xinghai, praised, "Although your cultivation is still weaker than ours, it's only a small difference. And your combat power is definitely far superior to ours!"

"Strictly speaking, you have already surpassed us."

"In just over two years..."

Except for Wu Xingyun, the other three elders were now at the Fifth Realm, Third Layer cultivation. Compared to Xiao Ling'er's current cultivation, they were indeed slightly higher, but only slightly.

However, they knew very well that in terms of combat power, they couldn't compare to her.

But they didn't feel any jealousy or dissatisfaction. Instead, they were very happy.

They were greatly relieved!

Even if they died immediately, they would die with a smile!

Thinking back to the day when the sect was established more than two years ago, Xiao Ling'er's performance was ordinary.

Compared to now, it was like night and day!

Who could have imagined that in just two years, a little girl could grow to such an extent?

Especially since she was their own disciple.

It was simply unimaginable!

While they were filled with joy, they also thought of Lin Fan.

Xiao Ling'er was indeed very strong, with a talent that could be called a "Saint Child-level," but what was even more mysterious and shocking was the sect master, Lin Fan!

If it weren't for the sect master, how could they have chosen Xiao Ling'er from among thousands of people?

Even if they had chosen her, they wouldn't have put in so much effort to cultivate her. They wouldn't have given her the Earth Core Demon Fire on her first day of training!

So...

The truly powerful and deserving of gratitude was actually the sect master!

They exchanged glances, even more surprised.

Even though they had marveled countless times, they couldn't help but be amazed again.

Especially when Xiao Ling'er showed astonishing performances, it was when they were amazed again.

But...

It seemed that the sect master also made a mistake?

Xiao Ling'er was communicating with the elders with a mixture of "apprehension" and humility.

The elders couldn't help but think of their second direct disciple, Fan Jianqiang.

This person...

Was simply the epitome of being afraid of death!

He had hardly come out during the days he was stationed at the Sutra Pavilion, unless the sect master specifically requested it!

What was even more unbearable was that his cultivation hadn't made any progress in nearly two years!

When he entered the sect, he was at the Second Realm, First Layer of Condensing Essence, and now he was still at the Second Realm, First Layer.

He was a direct disciple!

It had been more than two years since he entered the sect!!!

With the treatment that the current direct disciples of the Embracing Moon Sect received, even if they randomly picked an outer disciple to feed him, it wouldn't be like this, right???

But the sect master still valued him greatly, which...

Was it because they were too realistic, or was there some hidden reason?

"Sister, you're back."

Just as they were pondering, Fan Jianqiang unexpectedly showed up.

"What about Ya Ya?"

Xiao Ling'er's expression stiffened, "Ya Ya has already gone out on her own."

"What?!"

"How could this be?"

"She's still so young!" Fan Jianqiang exclaimed anxiously.

"So careless, so unstable!"

"What if something unexpected happens?"

"Why didn't you make more preparations?!"

Then he realized, "Senior Sister, I'm not targeting you, it's just... sigh!"

"Huh?!"

Suddenly.

The Grand Elder exclaimed in suspicion, "Fan Jianqiang... you've made a breakthrough?!"

As soon as these words came out, everyone was shocked.

Especially Duan Qingyao, staring at Fan Jianqiang with intense eyes.

The other three elders were also amazed.

It's rare!!!

Too rare!

"I didn't expect... in my lifetime, I would still be able to witness your breakthrough!" Li Changshou whispered.

"Hmm?" Fan Jianqiang was stunned, then his face turned dark. "Third Elder, the way you put it, it seems like my talent is indeed lacking, my breakthrough is slow, but it shouldn't make you look down on me like this, right?"

"According to the current situation of our Embracing Moon Sect, you can at least live for a hundred and eighty thousand years. In so many years, even if I'm a fool, I can still make a few breakthroughs in cultivation, right?"

Everyone: "???"

I thought you were angry!

But with your words, it's really...

Everyone couldn't help but laugh and cry.

But Li Changshou stared at him, chuckled, and winked.

Fan Jianqiang: "..."

He muttered in his heart, "Could it be that the Third Elder has figured it out?"

"Right, after all, with a name like mine, even if I'm not a survivor, I'm probably a survivor's disciple, right? It's not surprising if you can guess something."

"But..."

"As long as I don't admit it, it's useless even if you guess it~"

In fact, Fan Jianqiang still didn't want to advance to a higher realm.

Isn't the Second Layer good enough?!

Why bother advancing?

But just now, when he sensed Xiao Ling'er's return and that she had already reached the Fifth Layer, he felt that he had been stagnant for more than two years and it seemed a bit unreasonable.

So~~~

He 'broke through' to a small realm.

Who knew that his sudden increase in strength would attract attention.

Miscalculated!

If he had known, he would have continued to be a small cultivator in the Second Layer.

...

After that, Xiao Ling'er met with Lin Fan.

"Master."

"This trip has been quite fruitful. Disciple will go into seclusion for a few days, and then refine pills again."

"After preparing some pills, I will have to go back to the Northern Region."

"The three-year agreement... is approaching!"

She didn't hide anything.

She didn't think she had any need to hide anything, because she felt that she couldn't escape Lin Fan's gaze, let alone her own experiences...

She even suspected that Lin Fan could see through her thoughts clearly.

"Okay."

"You can proceed according to your own arrangements."

Lin Fan nodded with a smile, without any obstruction.

Every protagonist has their own experiences and things they must do, which cannot be stopped. And once they are stopped, it may change their destiny.

At that time, it would be too late to cry.

...

Xiao Ling'er went into seclusion to cultivate the Heavenly Dragon Bone Fire.

Once she successfully cultivated it and refined it, her cultivation would increase again!

And this process wouldn't take too long.

After all, she wasn't from the Fire Virtue Sect, and she didn't need to cultivate the Heavenly Dragon Bone Fire to such a terrifying level. It was enough for her to be able to use it normally.

Lin Fan once again tried to share his strength.

This time, he shared the strength of all his disciples.

Let's not talk about physical strength for now.

But their cultivation instantly soared to the Fifth Layer!

"Tsk!"

Feeling the surging power within him, Lin Fan secretly thought, "We're all amazing."

At this moment, he had a feeling of unparalleled wealth after adding Da Ma and Xiao Ma to the group.

"But compared to my own cultivation speed, it's actually slower."

"But it's also understandable, after all..."

"I don't have as many adventures."

All Lin Fan could do was share his talent and then cultivate diligently on his own.

But the cultivation technique he practiced was his own!

Even after sharing his combat power, it was still the same.

The main cultivation technique was his own.

What is shared is combat power and 'skills'!

Just like the Star Transformation, Lin Fan's dantian is not leaking, so he can't cultivate it.

But after sharing Qin Yu's combat power, he can use the relevant skills brought by the Star Transformation.

So...

Actually, the main cultivation method is also particularly important.

Lin Fan's talent is average, but after sharing the disciples' talents, his talent has become extraordinary. In addition, with the pills provided by Xiao Ling'er, theoretically, Lin Fan's breakthrough speed should be extremely fast.

But in reality, his own breakthrough is not considered 'heaven-defying'.

It is related to the Swallowing Moon Spirit Technique.

"It's a pity that the Swallowing Moon Spirit Technique is ultimately just an ordinary cultivation method, and even the highest realm can only be cultivated to the peak of the fifth realm..."

"When my own cultivation is close to the peak of the fifth realm, I will prepare to go to the Wan Hua Sacred Land."

"According to the Great Elder, Embracing Moon Sect and Wan Hua Sacred Land are not enemies, and there should be some unknown connection between them."

"If I can successfully retrieve the Swallowing Moon Immortal Technique, I don't have to worry about cultivation methods."

Lin Fan doesn't need any peerless cultivation method.

As long as he can cultivate normally.

As for the skills that come with those powerful cultivation methods and secret techniques~

Hmph!

My disciple is already working hard!

For now, if he wants to change his cultivation method, the Swallowing Moon Immortal Technique is undoubtedly the most suitable.

After all...

The Swallowing Moon Spirit Technique is just a knockoff, a weakened version of the Swallowing Moon Immortal Technique.

"That's settled."

"When I reach the peak of the fifth realm, I will go to the Wan Hua Sacred Land and try to retrieve the Swallowing Moon Immortal Technique."

"As for now..."

"Just wait a little longer."

"And there's Xiao Ling'er's three-year agreement."

"If things develop normally and no one interferes, I'm afraid even the old man in her necklace will be put to sleep, right?"

"And Xiao Ling'er can only escape in a sorry state?"

He has no doubt that Xiao Ling'er can defeat her opponents, or her former fiancé?

But there must be an old guy behind her!

And those old guys won't just sit idly by.

Although Xiao Ling'er shouldn't die, and this is also part of her normal development path, but... what good does it do for the old man to sleep?

Being awake can at least guide her cultivation and pill refining!

Sleeping is just useless.

"Besides, if they don't help with this, what's the point of her joining a sect or becoming my disciple?"

"I..."

"I would be a useless teacher."

"Even if I don't personally take action, I still need to make some arrangements."

"Speaking of which..."

There is a way.

Lin Fan pondered.

Another two days passed.

Someone came to Qin Yu's house.

A powerful individual!

It is said to be a guard of the Qin King, bringing a gift for apprenticeship.

Afterwards, it was handed over to Lin Fan by Lian Bo and Qin Yu.

"Master."

Qin Yu respectfully presented the gift of apprenticeship—a seemingly ordinary storage bag.

But even if you think with your ass, you know that the things inside must be valuable.

"This is a gift prepared by my father for apprenticeship, as well as a compensation for Senior Sister. Please accept it, Master."

"This..."

"How can this be?" Lin Fan rubbed his hands.

He felt a little embarrassed.

He hadn't accepted it before!

But Lian Bo smiled and said, "Master Lin, you should accept it. Ordinary disciples may not pay much attention to this, but the young master is a person of status. It's necessary to have this face."

"Otherwise, if it spreads out, our young master will have no gift for apprenticeship, and it will be a laughingstock. The entire mansion will be unable to hold its head up."

"And there's this matter?" Lin Fan accepted it: "Then I won't be impolite."

"It should be accepted."

Qin Yu finally smiled.

"Just..."

Lin Fan didn't open the storage bag, but his expression became slightly serious: "Don't spread the news about Qin Yu joining Embracing Moon Sect!"

"What's wrong?" Lian Bo didn't understand.

Qin Yu didn't say anything, just quietly waiting for the next words.

"It's not a big deal, but there's something I want you to do. Are you willing?" Lin Fan looked at Qin Yu.

Qin Yu immediately nodded: "Master's great kindness, I have no way to repay it. How can a trivial matter be worth mentioning?"

"Please give your orders, Master!"

"It's not a trivial matter. For our Embracing Moon Sect, it's a big deal!"

"However, you are the most suitable candidate and are quite familiar with the situation."

Lin Fan smiled and said, "Master, I want you to hide your identity and create an 'organization' to provide intelligence for the sect!"

"You should know that the experiences of our Embracing Moon Sect in the past thousands of years were too unbearable. Now, our intelligence system is almost non-existent."

"And intelligence is always of utmost importance!"

"You used to be an assassin, so you should be quite familiar with this. That's why I think you are the most suitable candidate for our sect."

Lian Bo raised an eyebrow and looked at Qin Yu.

Qin Yu nodded and said, "I accept!"

"But, I don't know if I can do it well. I can only give it my best shot."

"Just do your best, I believe in you," Lin Fan nodded.

In his opinion, Qin Yu was indeed the most suitable candidate for establishing an intelligence organization. Firstly, he used to be an assassin, and assassin organizations are closely related to intelligence organizations.

Therefore, he must have some understanding of intelligence organizations.

Secondly, Qin Yu has a background and influence behind him!

In critical moments, he can provide assistance.

Thirdly, his identity has not been exposed yet. Even within the Embracing Moon Sect, there are no more than ten people who know that he is a direct disciple!

Fourthly...

Qin Yu is not suitable for staying idle.

Based on the original work, he was either on the run or on the run while on the run...

It may not be very suitable for him to stay in the sect and cultivate in seclusion.

It's better to give him something to do and grow stronger in the busyness.

Combining these four factors, Qin Yu is the most suitable candidate.

"This matter..."

Lian Bo couldn't help but speak, "The Qin Mansion can provide some assistance."

Seeing that Lin Fan didn't refuse, he continued, "Master Lin may not know that our Qin Mansion originally had its own intelligence organization."

"But due to special reasons, coupled with the enemy's targeting, the entire organization almost completely collapsed a few years ago."

"Almost all the undercover agents were killed, and there were very few survivors."

"Now, our Qin Mansion's intelligence organization is virtually non-existent, which has been a concern for the prince in recent years."

"I think maybe we can jointly cultivate an intelligence organization, which will make things easier."

"In the Northern Territory, based on the Qin Mansion."

"In the Southwest Territory, based on the Embracing Moon Sect..."

"We can cooperate with each other and secretly plan..."

"Agreed!"

Lin Fan was quite surprised.

Isn't this a perfect match?

"Since our goals are the same, and with Qin Yu's relationship, we should naturally cooperate. But... we must not repeat the same mistakes!"

"Definitely not!"

Lian Bo took a deep breath and said angrily, "The reason why the Qin Mansion's intelligence organization collapsed was because its leader betrayed us and exposed the list of undercover agents..."

"This time, let the young prince lead!"

"There will definitely not be a similar incident again!"

Lin Fan: "..."

You're quite angry, huh?

Wow, you guys really know how to play. Even the highest-ranking officer of the intelligence organization defected.

But with Qin Yu as the leader, I can indeed feel more at ease.

"Master, do you have any ideas about the name of the organization?"

Qin Yu was already thinking about how to proceed.

"How about 'Jinyiwei'?"

Lin Fan replied.

Of course, Jinyiwei is not an intelligence organization.

But it sounds friendly!

And it's cool!

It's okay to borrow it, right?

As for the external disguise, you can handle it yourself.

Merchants, servants, or even the assassin organization you are familiar with are all possible.

As long as we can efficiently gather intelligence!

And in the early stages, we don't need to know too many secrets. We just need to ensure that the major events in the Southwest Territory and the Northern Territory are presented to us as soon as possible.

As for funding...

Lin Fan paused for a moment.

At present, the Embracing Moon Sect doesn't have much, but it's not appropriate to let the Qin Mansion bear everything.

"I will prepare some for you, but there won't be much in the early stages."

"But I will get some as soon as possible!"

"We can make up for it temporarily with the resources of the Qin Mansion."

Lian Bo responded accordingly.

He didn't say that the Qin Mansion would bear everything. Since it's a cooperation, there should be rules and procedures for cooperation.

You can contribute less, but you can't contribute nothing.

Obviously, Lin Fan is someone who understands the rules.

This also makes him feel much more at ease.

"Yes, Master."

"That's it."

Lin Fan pondered, "In the southwestern region, I can temporarily rely on the Liu family's intelligence network, so I won't be completely in the dark."

"But in the northern region, the Embracing Moon Sect is like a blind person, knowing nothing."

"When you have free time, prepare some monthly resources from the sect and return to the northern region first."

"Establish the intelligence network in the northern region as the foundation for developing the Jin Yi Wei, so as to avoid delayed information."

Lin Fan is quite concerned about the northern region.

The little girl is in the northern region!

Xiao Ling'er is also from the northern region, and the three-year agreement is approaching!

Having an intelligence network will help receive news faster.

And when Qin Yu returns to the northern region, if she learns that Xiao Ling'er is in trouble, she will definitely help.

It can also help her reduce the difficulty of the three-year agreement.

"Yes, Master!"

Qin Yu agreed.

Lian Bo remained silent.

If it were another sect, he would definitely say, "Just monthly resources? We don't need them!"

Returning to the northern region, going to the Wang Mansion, what does the Wang Mansion not have?!

But Xiao Ling'er's elixirs...

Ahem.

Those are really good things.

Can't miss out on them!

...

"It's done!"

After half a month of seclusion, Xiao Ling'er was overjoyed.

The cultivation of the Heavenly Dragon Bone Fire was successful!

Although it is only "barely usable," it is at least a true Strange Fire!

Next, she just needs to nurture it slowly.

"Next is to adjust my state."

Xiao Ling'er suppressed her joy in her heart, "Then refine it and take the Burning Flame Technique to a higher level!"

"At that time, my cultivation will also increase again!"

"By then, alchemy can also make further progress, even several steps!"

Alchemy and cultivation are not a one-to-one relationship, but the level of cultivation has a great impact on alchemy.

For example, a cultivator in the First Realm, even if they exhaust themselves, they will never be able to refine a Rank Three or Rank Four pill.

A cultivator in the Fourth Realm, if they struggle and work hard, they can refine a few Rank Six pills, which is already considered exceptional talent.

Therefore, before this, Xiao Ling'er mainly refined Rank Four and Rank Five pills, rarely refining Rank Six or Rank Seven pills, and even dared not think about it.

But...

After this, she can try her luck!

After all, with the support of four types of Strange Fire, plus her cultivation in the Fifth Realm, what can't she do?!

Half a day later.

Xiao Ling'er activated the Burning Flame Technique and began to refine the Heavenly Dragon Bone Fire.

The whole process was extremely dangerous.

But with the assistance of the Earth Core Demon Fire, the Indestructible Swallowing Flame, and the Hundred Forging Divine Fire from the Medicine Ancestor, as well as her familiarity with Strange Fire, she managed to refine the Heavenly Dragon Bone Fire without any accidents, making it her third type of Strange Fire!

Her cultivation once again skyrocketed!

In just half a day, she went from the Second Layer of the Fifth Realm to the Fifth Layer of the Fifth Realm!

However, after a brief contemplation, she chose to hide a part of her cultivation and only show herself as the Second Layer of the Fifth Realm.

To avoid attracting too much attention.

It is also to leave herself with some room to maneuver.

Despite her excitement, Xiao Ling'er did not leave seclusion.

"Teacher, I have already become proficient in cultivating, healing, and detoxifying Rank Five pills. Next, please teach me how to refine Rank Six and Rank Seven pills."

After adjusting her state, she asked the Medicine Ancestor for guidance.

"Oh?!"

The Medicine Ancestor smiled, "Are you going to try refining pills that are two levels higher?"

"Well, yes."

"But with your current cultivation and the control of three types of Strange Fire, even refining Rank Seven pills is not impossible."

"And... the quality should not be low!"

"However, you don't have enough Spirit Medicine."

"With your current inventory, it's fine for Rank Six pills, but for Rank Seven pills, even the most common cultivation pills like the Dao Integration Pill, you only have two."

"We need to have the Liu family purchase some."

"But..."

"The Liu family might not be able to handle it."

The Medicine Ancestor sighed, "It's not that I look down on the Liu family, but the Seventh Realm is a watershed. Above the Seventh Realm are the powerful, and below that, at most, they can be called strong."

"It's not just a matter of name, the difference in strength is also huge. At the same time, the materials needed for the Dao Integration Pill are extremely expensive."

"The Liu family should have powerful individuals, but there are definitely no more than three. And their cultivation should be at the Second Layer at most, or maybe the Third Layer."

"Perhaps there is also that kind of old immortal who could die at any time, making it difficult for them to go out and acquire high-quality resources."

"In the case of not selling externally and only using them for themselves, with the Liu family's financial resources, buying ten or eight sets of Dao Integration Pill materials is already the limit."

"That is indeed a problem."

Xiao Ling'er frowned slightly, "But if we sell externally, I'm afraid... the Liu family won't be able to handle it."

"They won't be able to handle it."

The Medicine Ancestor sighed, "The Liu family has many enemies, such as the other two major families in the Hongwu Immortal City. They definitely won't sit idly by and watch the Liu family grow stronger."

"It's just the fifth realm cultivator, so it can't affect the fundamental situation for now."

"But if the Liu family sells Dao Integration Pills, they will definitely spare no effort to destroy the Liu family."

"If the Liu family sells them while hiding their identity..."

"It's probably even more dangerous."

Xiao Ling'er nodded.

She understood the reasoning.

If they sell openly, at least they have the backing of the Liu family. If someone wants to take action, they would have to think twice.

But selling while hiding their identity, privately?

Those who want to make a move would be unpredictable.

"The Origin Returning Sect is not enough."

Xiao Ling'er frowned.

She had just visited the treasure trove of the Origin Returning Sect, and she couldn't go there again. Besides, even if she did, there were no suitable Spirit Medicines left unless she sold all the other treasures...

But she wasn't that shameless and wouldn't do such a thing.

"If that's the case, we can only plan carefully."

"By using the Origin Returning Sect, the Liu family, and even the Fire Virtue Sect, we can sell the fourth, fifth, and even sixth realm pills in exchange for resources."

"But in doing so, the time required for alchemy will greatly increase, and it may affect cultivation." The Medicine Granny's tone changed. "However..."

"I have another way."

"Please tell me, teacher!"

"Based on my experience." The Medicine Granny smiled.

"Jin Zhen is already at the seventh realm, and that guy surnamed Lian is still here."

"With their value..."

Xiao Ling'er's eyes lit up.

"But it won't be so easy to make them believe and invest in valuable Spirit Medicines, right?"

"So, you have to show them the results first."

"Disciple."

The Medicine Granny smiled. "Are you confident in using the two sets of Dao Integration Pill materials in your hands to refine Fifth Grade or higher Dao Integration Pills?!"

"..."

"But it's just doing our best!"

"Please guide me, teacher!"

After taking a deep breath, Xiao Ling'er's gaze became determined.

To refine Rank Seven pills at two higher realms, and only having two chances!

Not only did she have to succeed at least once, but it also had to be a Fifth Grade or higher pill. The difficulty was naturally immense.

But with her teacher by her side, coupled with her years of hard practice, it was not an impossible task.

"Let's begin!"

"Good, it should be like this!"

The Medicine Granny laughed.

How could cultivators like them lack this bit of courage?

The pill refining was completed!

However, Rank Seven pills were not to be taken lightly. With Xiao Ling'er's current strength and methods, it would take several days to have a chance of success.

...

On this day, Lin Fan inspected the sect.

Looking at the lively inner sect and the bustling outer sect, Lin Fan couldn't help but smile.

"Not bad!"

"Really not bad."

"All of this is the empire I built..."

"Cough."

"Moreover, I underestimated them before. The seven mascots are not simple, except for Qiu Yongqin, who 'mutated' into a protagonist's destiny, the other six are also performing well."

Although they couldn't be called invincible or progressing rapidly, they had been steadily improving.

And their speed was not slow.

Compared to so-called geniuses, they were a bit lacking, but they were still commendable.

At least they could be cultivated as core disciples of a normal sect!

"Is it because the conditions were too poor before, so even if their talent was good, they could only perform at ten or twenty percent?"

"Or is it more 'mystical'? After consecutively accepting protagonist templates as disciples, the sect's luck increased, and they were influenced by the sect's luck, thus 'taking off' together?"

"Or maybe both?"

The concept of luck was elusive and intangible, but no cultivator would think that luck was nonsense.

It was enough to prove its existence, but...

It was difficult to judge.

"But no matter what, it's ultimately a good thing."

"It's a good thing, so I should be happy."

Lost in thought, Lin Fan arrived at the Artifact Refining Peak.

At this moment, the Artifact Refining Peak was quite lively.

Lin Fan swept his divine sense and found that Jin Zhen, the elder of the Artifact Refining Peak, was teaching interested disciples the basics of artifact refining...

"Speaking of which, the agreed time was every January, but now it's almost two months and Jin Elder is still here at the Embracing Moon Sect, with the workload doubled and no intention of leaving."

"He's quite loyal."

Perhaps he had ulterior motives, but at least when teaching his own disciples, he was wholehearted and dedicated.

That was enough.

Who could be without desires and aspirations?

If he had no desires or aspirations, why would he come here?

Those without desires or aspirations were called Saints!

And sensing Lin Fan going up the mountain, Jin Zhen's heart also shook. When teaching, he became more spirited.

Why hasn't he left even though he's overdue?

Isn't it just to show off?!

And, it's to make this Lin Zongzhu notice!

He noticed, only then will his contributions count!

After gaining enough favorability, then he can consult Miss Xiao Ling'er~

If he's not mistaken, she must have received that inheritance, and even if she only revealed a tiny bit of alchemy from her fingernail, it would be enough to greatly advance the Huode Sect's alchemy skills.

The Huode Sect doesn't lack someone like him, a skilled artifact refiner.

If he can solve some alchemy troubles for the sect...

It's worth staying in the Embracing Moon Sect!

At this moment, his efforts finally paid off.

Lin Fan, as the Lin Zongzhu, must personally explain this matter to Xiao Ling'er, right?

Not bad!

Seeing Lin Fan getting closer and closer, Jin Zhen didn't stop, he just nodded at Lin Fan from a distance and continued his class, setting an example as a teacher.

Lin Fan nodded repeatedly.

"Not bad~"

Whether he has ulterior motives or not, as long as he does his job seriously and does it well, then he's a good person.

No problem!

...

Around noon.

Lin Fan had already left, and the day's class had come to an end. Jin Zhen said lightly, "Today's teaching ends here, the remaining time, you can comprehend on your own."

"After three days, come back here, and I will teach you the basics of Rank One artifact refining."

"You can disperse."

"Yes, Mr. Jin!"

The disciples of the Embracing Moon Sect were quite delighted.

Although they still couldn't produce any Law Treasures after learning until now, they could clearly feel that their proficiency in artifact refining was gradually improving.

It's all about the basics.

But it's far better than blindly fumbling around on their own.

If they persist for a little longer, they should be able to try refining the most ordinary Law Weapon themselves.

This is a craft!

As the saying goes, a skilled craftsman will never go hungry. With such a craft, their future will be prosperous!

...

In the evening.

Jin Zhen carried the alchemy difficulties encountered by several Huode Sect alchemists and came to the outside of the alchemy pavilion.

Just as he was about to call out, Xiao Ling'er's voice came out.

"Elder Jin?"

"Do you have something to find your junior?"

"Come in."

Jin Zhen frowned.

Why does her voice sound so tired?

She pushed the door open and saw Xiao Ling'er sitting cross-legged on a cushion, looking exhausted with bloodshot eyes.

"You?!"

Jin Zhen was surprised. "Is there something wrong?"

"No problem."

Xiao Ling'er was extremely tired, but she smiled, "Alchemy was a bit too intense. Rest later, Elder Jin must have something to say, but it's okay to speak now."

"I'd better come back another day."

But Jin Zhen was a shrewd person and didn't want to tarnish his image.

You're already so tired, and I'm bothering you at this moment, wouldn't that make you uncomfortable?

Anyway, this matter is not urgent. I can come back tomorrow or in a few days. What's wrong with that?

"I'm really fine."

Xiao Ling'er smiled helplessly.

But just as Jin Zhen was about to leave, she stopped him on her own.

"Elder Jin, please wait."

"Oh?"

"Do you have something, Miss?"

Jin Zhen was curious.

"Our agreement was for you to teach artifact refining at the Embracing Moon Sect once a month. But now you have been teaching for two months. I admire your broad-mindedness!"

"But, I have nothing valuable..."

"I can only offer these two or three pills. I hope Elder Jin won't refuse."

Xiao Ling'er's eyes were burning, even though they were bloodshot, she couldn't hide her joy. At the same time, she opened her jade hand.

In her palm were three pills with six halos, very eye-catching.

With just a glance, Jin Zhen trembled all over and couldn't take his eyes off them.

"Sixth Grade... Dao Integration Pills?!"

Even with his status and wealth, he couldn't afford many Dao Integration Pills.

Even if it's just Third Grade, he doesn't eat much!

Usually, he relies on elemental stones to assist in cultivation, not pills.

Pills are too expensive!

Xiao Ling'er actually took out Dao Integration Pills to thank me, and they are even Sixth Grade, three of them!!?

What?!

So far, I have only taught her the basics of artifact refining for a month. How can I accept such a valuable gift?

If I accept it, it wouldn't be Embracing Moon Sect owing me, but rather me owing Embracing Moon Sect.

And I would owe them a lot!

How can I still ask for advice?

But...

Compared to the three Sixth Grade Dao Integration Pills and the questions I want to ask, no matter how you look at it, the three Sixth Grade Dao Integration Pills are more attractive.

I wouldn't be at a loss, right?

But, this...

I'm torn.

In an instant, Jin Zhen was extremely conflicted.

I want it!

The desire was hard to hide.

But it's not good to accept it, this...

Jin Zhen's expression kept changing, and for a moment, he was stunned.

But suddenly, he thought of a crucial question: "These Dao Integration Pills, could it be that they were made by the girl?!"

"Elder Jin, I am as close as sisters with Huo Yuner. You have always called me 'girl,' which feels a bit distant."

"Just call me Ling'er."

"As for these Dao Integration Pills..."

"It's just a coincidence."

Xiao Ling'er smiled slightly. "These pills... are still warm."

Hiss!!!

Jin Zhen's scalp went numb.

What a pill that is still warm.

In my opinion, it should be you who is terrifying!

Jin Zhen was completely stunned.

You're only at the Fifth Realm!!!

Even so, you managed to produce Dao Integration Pills by relying on the Origin Returning Sect's Origin Returning Secret Realm. According to reason, you didn't have any accumulation at the Fifth Realm, at least no experience, just the realm itself.

But you managed to cross two major realms and produce Dao Integration Pills.

And they are Sixth Grade Dao Integration Pills!

This shock is no less than a Fifth Realm cultivator fighting and killing a Seventh Realm powerhouse, and the opponent is a Seventh Realm Sixth Layer powerhouse!

Naturally, Jin Zhen was completely stunned, his whole body tingling, and his brain buzzing.

After a long time, he finally accepted this fact.

Shocked, he said, "Ling'er, you are truly a genius. In the field of pill refining, no one in the world can match you!"

He secretly thought that his choice was indeed correct!

And his guess was also correct!

After obtaining that inheritance, her pill refining skills should also...

What a load of crap!

Even if that person were still alive, they wouldn't be so astonishing, right?!

But it makes sense...

This girl in front of me has already mastered three types of Strange Fire! Even that person only had one type of Strange Fire.

However, why do I feel a familiar heat from her today?

Could it be an illusion?

Amidst his shock, Jin Zhen forcibly averted his gaze and sighed, "No merit, no reward. This is too valuable, I can't accept it."

"Why do you say that, Senior?"

Xiao Ling'er's face turned cold, pretending to be displeased. "Strictly speaking, you are an outsider. But as an outsider, you care so much about the development of our sect. What's the harm in accepting just two or three pills?"

"Moreover, I still have a favor to ask of you."

"If you don't accept it, how can I ask for your help?"

"Could it be that you don't want to help me?"

While speaking, she flicked her finger, and the three Dao Integration Pills flew towards Jin Zhen.

He was startled.

Quickly taking out a specially made jade bottle, he carefully stored the pills and said, "If they are exposed, the medicinal properties will dissipate, even if it's just a trace..."

But then, his face turned red.

Doesn't this mean that I'm willing to accept them?

This old face...

How embarrassing!

However, it's not my fault for being greedy. It's just that these pills are too tempting!

Ahem.

"If I keep refusing, it will make me seem stingy." Jin Zhen put away the jade bottle without leaving a trace and said seriously, "I will accept these pills."

"If there's anything, just tell me."

"Your matters are my matters!"

As the saying goes, take someone's money and help them resolve their troubles.

Since I accepted the pills, I naturally have to handle the matter.

Otherwise, where would I put my face?

Otherwise...

In the future, would I still have the face to come and ask for pills?

Ahem!

Tomorrow, Lu Ming will make his appearance. No one has guessed it yet, oh my oh my.

(End of this chapter)