Chapter 326

Chapter 326: Alchemy Techniques [Xi]

"You should practice well and don’t be lazy. Finish your work, and I’ll let you rest tomorrow."

Zhou Luo looked at the two brothers who were busy over there and spoke loudly.

"Great!"

Zhou Changqing was very excited, and Zhou Chang Lun also had a slight smile on his lips.

Leaving the alchemy room, Zhou Luo arrived at the main hall.

On the large redwood chair to the left of the main hall, Pill Master Sun, wearing a plain alchemy robe, was sitting upright there.

Seeing Zhou Luo enter, a smile appeared on his aged face. "Pill Master Zhou, I trust you’re well?"

For the other party, he still had some image, but back then, he hadn’t paid much attention.

He just hadn’t expected that after a few years, the other party had risen to such heights, forcing even him to treat him as an equal.

"Pill Master Sun, I trust you’re well." Pill Master Zhou nodded in acknowledgment and sat down in the main seat.

"I wonder what business Pill Master Sun has come for today?"

Pill Master Sun took a sip of tea and spoke. "Pill Master Zhou, I heard that your Yao Yuan Pavilion has recently taken an interest in a certain plot of land?"

Zhou Luo’s gaze slightly darkened.

This Pill Master Sun seemed not so simple after all. He didn’t start by stating his own needs but instead took the lead and seized control of the discussion.

"It’s just an idea. That vacant land isn’t as important as imagined. If Pill Master Sun isn’t willing, I won’t take what others hold dear." Zhou Luo gave a faint smile.

"I see. Actually, the Potion Alliance could yield that vacant land." Pill Master Sun hesitated briefly.

Zhou Luo remained unhurried, simply drinking his tea there as if he hadn’t heard anything.

Seeing the other party didn’t pick up the conversation, Pill Master Sun could only speak.

"Pill Master Zhou, I actually came today to discuss and explore alchemy skill with you."

Since Zhou Luo had advanced to become a second level Pill Master, Pill Master Sun had been hearing this name frequently.

At first, he was only a bit curious and didn’t pay much attention.

But after the other party refined Foundation Establishment Dan successfully three times in a row, he could no longer stay calm.

Especially lately, he kept making mistakes in refining Foundation Establishment Dan, and crucially, he didn’t know where the issue lay.

That was why he swallowed his pride to find him, hoping to see if there was some secret.

He thought the great power who bestowed him with good fortune must have given something valuable, enabling him to succeed in refining it three times straight.

"Pill Master Sun, you shouldn’t elevate me too much. I’m just an ordinary Pill Master, naturally not as skilled as you all."

Zhou Luo retreated to advance, deliberately avoiding this topic.

Since Pill Master Sun had already come, he naturally couldn’t be driven away by such words. He chuckled. "Pill Master Zhou, what are you saying? Both you and I are second level Pill Masters. There is no hierarchy between us. It’s merely discussing things for discussion’s sake."

He actually aimed to use this discussion as an excuse to pry out the secret for refining Foundation Establishment Dan.

Zhou Luo knew his intention too. He spoke on purpose. "Pill Master Sun, truthfully, I have little insight into alchemy myself. It’s all thanks to that senior gifting some jade slips on alchemy skill."

He wasn’t worried about this news spreading far.

Not to mention his current status and rank were beyond what common folk could reach.

Besides, such things were baseless without hard evidence. Even if rumors spread, people would at most be half-believing, half-doubting.

Who could possibly know what exactly it was?

What if there was nothing at all?

No one would shoulder such great risks just to covet something of unknown existence.

Moreover, this might be a jade slip possibly left by a Nascent Soul cultivator, implying that he was backed by a formidable figure of that stature. Who would dare make a move?

Hearing these words, Pill Master Sun’s eyes lit up.

"Pill Master Zhou, what jade slip? Could you allow this old man to take a look?"

His voice trembled with excitement; he even leaned forward slightly from his previously upright posture, a gleam of greed flickering in his aged eyes.

Rumors were spreading outside that Zhou Luo had obtained an immortal’s fortune from a powerful figure. That was why, despite having a Ninth Grade, he not only succeeded in Foundation Establishment but also became a second level Pill Master.

To achieve this, that formidable figure backing him must be at least a Nascent Soul cultivator, possibly even higher.

Now, hearing Zhou Luo mention it with his own ears, Pill Master Sun felt waves stir within him; remaining calm was impossible.

If he could acquire that jade slip, perhaps his alchemy skills could improve further.

A jade slip potentially left behind by a Nascent Soul cultivator presented an allure greater than anything else for an Pill Master.

Zhou Luo’s gaze darkened, knowing his purpose had been achieved.

He looked hesitant and said, "Pill Master Sun, that senior explicitly forbade its dissemination. I cannot show it to you."

Pill Master Sun nodded slightly.

This was human nature. Many items left by powerful figures came with restrictions barring their spread.

"However…" Zhou Luo suddenly added, "I’ve gained some insights while refining pills and do know a few rare Alchemy Techniques."

Pill Master Sun’s eyes widened as he instantly grasped the implication. He smiled and said, "Well then, Pill Master Zhou, it seems we truly should have a thorough discussion."

"A discussion is certainly possible," Zhou Luo didn’t conceal his intent any longer. "It’s just that I’ve only recently arrived here, and there’s still much to procure for the residence. I’m afraid I don’t have the time at the moment, you see."

He deliberately avoided mentioning the vacant land.

Bringing it up now would equate to an exchange of favors; the other party definitely wouldn’t offer anything else afterward.

That vacant land could be an add-on benefit, but he absolutely couldn’t trade his Alchemy Techniques solely for it.

That wouldn’t be advantageous for him.

Pill Master Sun was also astute. He said confidently, "Pill Master Zhou, no need to worry. Just make a list of what you lack, and I’ll have someone deliver it immediately."

"That would be excellent," Zhou Luo gave a light chuckle. "Pill Master Sun, then let’s have a good discussion."

Pill Master Sun leaned forward again, his expression earnest.

For the next two hours, the two engaged in discussions and research on Alchemy Techniques.

When the topic of refining Foundation Establishment Dan came up, Zhou Luo didn’t reveal too much, only mentioning several nearly lost Alchemy Techniques.

Hearing these techniques, Pill Master Sun reacted as if discovering a new continent, itching to test them out on the spot.

As the sky darkened towards evening, Pill Master Sun reluctantly prepared to leave Zhou Fu.

Before departing, he didn’t forget to add, "Pill Master Zhou, rest assured, I’ll find a way regarding that vacant land matter too."

Today’s exchange made him realize that the other party knew far more than he’d shared.

To facilitate even better future discussions, he proactively offered to relinquish the vacant land.

"I would be greatly obliged then, Pill Master Sun." Zhou Luo smiled as he saw him off.

Upon returning to his own residence, Pill Master Sun, exhilarated by the encounter, summoned one of his disciples.

"Here," he handed over a list. "Procure one set of everything listed here and deliver it to Zhou Fu."

The day’s exchange had benefited him immensely; now he yearned to immerse himself in his alchemy room to study.

The disciple took the list. Looking at the items listed, his brow instantly furrowed.

"Master, the spiritual stones required for the things on this list are not insignificant."

Pill Master Sun’s expression darkened. "You dare to question me?"

"Not at all, not at all, master. I’ll arrange it immediately." The disciple hurried away.