Chapter 52: Old Seniority? Yu Jingcheng: Elder Dugu is truly an Alchemy Grandmaster! Immortal Herb, qiluo tulip!
Early the next morning.
Inside the main hall.
Yu Jingcheng sat upright on the Sect Master's throne, playing with the warm seven treasure token in his hand, looking relaxed.
Seated on either side below him were Dugu Bo and Gu Rong.
Dugu Xin sat below Dugu Bo.
The three were the elders of the Yin Yang Sect.
The true 'old seniors' in every sense.
"Sect Master, yesterday's battle was truly a complete victory."
Dugu Xin spoke first, his tone filled with deep admiration.
He looked at the young figure on the high platform, his heart filled with a myriad of emotions.
Who would have thought that this seemingly young Sect Master,
Could actually play two of the famous Upper Three Sects of the continent in the palm of his hand while chatting and laughing?
"Indeed."
Yu Jingcheng chuckled softly, his fingers lightly tapping the armrest as he began to review yesterday's situation:
"The Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan is notoriously protective and proud."
"Now, for the sake of his son, Yu Yuanzhen is willing to become our ally, even going as far as to have his entire clan test the medicine."
"This not only provides us with the sturdiest protective umbrella, but more importantly..."
A sharp glint flashed in Yu Jingcheng's eyes:
"They will be the best promoters of our 'dragon blood pill', and also the highest quality... experimental field."
"As for the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect."
Yu Jingcheng shook the seven treasure token in his hand, a playful arc curling at the corners of his mouth:
"That woman, Ning Meilan, is very shrewd."
"What she values is not just the Medicinal Pills, but the potential our Yin Yang Sect has shown."
"With this token, our Yin Yang Sect will no longer have any worries regarding initial funding gaps or the procurement of medicinal Materials."
"What we need to do is use the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's money to buy all the medicine in the world to nurture our own people."
Hearing this, Dugu Bo couldn't help but stroke his beard and laugh heartily, his eyes filled with satisfaction:
"I have traversed the Soul Master World for decades, and this is the first time I've seen someone make Nin—"
"Oh no, make that woman Ning Meilan bleed so much money, yet still look so grateful."
"I truly admire the Sect Master's methods!"
"Elder Dugu overpraises me; it's merely a matter of each taking what they need."
Yu Jingcheng waved his hand, then retracted his smile.
Leaning forward slightly, he looked at Dugu Bo with burning eyes:
"However, though the situation is good, one must be strong themselves to forge ahead."
"Whether it's keeping the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan wanting more or maintaining the investment from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect,"
"The core lies in one thing—"
"Medicinal Pills!"
Yu Jingcheng stood up, slowly walked down the steps, and approached Dugu Bo, his tone carrying a hint of esteem and solemnity:
"And this matter of Alchemy still relies on Elder Dugu."
"You all witnessed the effects of the 'dragon blood pill' yesterday."
"But this is only the beginning."
Yu Jingcheng looked at Dugu Bo, his voice rising slightly:
"Elder Dugu, you have been immersed in the Dao of poison for decades,"
"Your understanding of medicinal herb properties and your control over the heat,"
"Have long since reached the point of perfection."
"In the past, you only used poison to kill, but you never considered that the Dao of poison, medicine, and Alchemy all lead to the same destination."
"With your mastery over herbs, combined with the raw Materials I provide..."
Yu Jingcheng reached out and patted Dugu Bo heavily on the shoulder,
Not holding back his praise in the slightest:
"Elder Dugu, I dare to assert,"
"That your Alchemy techniques, in time,"
"Will surely become the best on the current Douluo Continent!"
"Even those so-called healing-system Spirit Masters of Spirit Hall, before your heaven-defying Alchemy,"
"Are nothing more than children playing house!"
"Hahaha!"
"The Sect Master overpraises me!"
Dugu Bo was overjoyed, his gloomy old face now blooming with a smile as bright as a chrysanthemum.
He had heard plenty of praise for his high level of poison skills,
Even to the point of being a bit tired of it, as it was often accompanied by fear and rejection.
But being praised as a 'Grandmaster of the Alchemic Dao', and even having high hopes placed on him to surpass the healing-system Spirit Masters of Spirit Hall,
This was absolutely a first for him, and it struck a chord deep within his heart.
"Since the Sect Master trusts me so much, I shall boldly accept the title of 'Chief Alchemist'!"
Dugu Bo slapped his chest and guaranteed solemnly:
"Rest assured, Sect Master. As long as there are enough medicinal Materials, even if I have to work myself to the bone,"
"I will surely refine those world-shaking Divine Pills for you!"
"I will not fail the Sect Master's expectations!"
Gu Rong, watching from the side, also had a smile on his lips, his deep eyes reflecting a hint of playfulness:
"Old Poison, it seems that besides playing with poison, you've finally found a proper profession in this life."
"Following the Sect Master, perhaps your reputation on the continent will truly change from 'Old Poison' to 'Medicine God' someday."
"Humph, Old Bones, stop being so sarcastic. When I refine good Medicinal Pills, don't come begging me for them."
Dugu Bo was in high spirits and didn't get angry; instead, he retorted smugly.
Watching the two bicker, the atmosphere in the hall became increasingly harmonious.
Yu Jingcheng smiled slightly and didn't interrupt, but after a moment of contemplation, he flipped his wrist.
With a flash of light, an exquisite jade box, warm throughout and emitting a faint chill, appeared in his palm out of thin air.
"Elder Dugu, since you have taken on this heavy responsibility, I shall give you another great gift,"
"Or rather... an opportunity sufficient to overturn the entire landscape of the Soul Master World."
Yu Jingcheng's expression turned solemn as he slowly handed the jade box to Dugu Bo.
"This is..."
Dugu Bo instinctively took the jade box, feeling its coldness.
A strange fragrance faintly seeped through the cracks of the jade box. With just one sniff, he felt the Soul Power in his body flow more smoothly.
Startled, he quickly looked at Yu Jingcheng, his eyes full of curiosity:
"Sect Master, what kind of treasure is contained in this box?"
Not just him, but even Gu Rong and Dugu Xin were drawn by the sudden solemn atmosphere, casting inquisitive glances.
Yu Jingcheng did not answer directly but instead gestured for Dugu Bo to open the box.
As the jade box was slowly opened, a rich tulip fragrance instantly filled the entire hall.
Inside the box lay a strange Immortal Herb.
"This item is called—the qiluo tulip."
Yu Jingcheng's voice echoed slowly in the hall, carrying a sort of bewitching magic:
"To others, it might just be a top-grade medicinal herb capable of enhancing Soul Power and strengthening the foundation."
Speaking to this point, Yu Jingcheng paused, his gaze sweeping over the three of them, a meaningful smile curling his lips:
"But for the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, this herb is a treasure sufficient to make their entire Sect go mad, willing to spend their entire fortune to obtain it!"
"Sufficient to make the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect go mad?"
Gu Rong's brow twitched. As someone who had dealt with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect before, he knew well the depth and vision of that Sect.
Ordinary treasures wouldn't even catch Ning Meilan's eye.
"Sect Master, what divine effect does this flower... actually have?"
Dugu Xin couldn't help but ask, his eyes fixed intently on the qiluo tulip.
The curiosity of the three was now completely piqued.
What kind of effect could make the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, which was as wealthy as a nation, go so mad?
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