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Chapter 240: Han Feng of the Mystical Flame Pill Tower! Crisis Begins to Show (Part 2)
Chapter 240: Han Feng of the Mystical Flame Pill Tower! Crisis Begins to Show (Part 2)
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"But the Moon Embrace Sect is a bit troublesome."
"A seemingly third-rate sect, but in reality, it possesses the strength of a first-rate sect."
"Judging from the power they displayed during the battle in the Ri Yue Immortal Dynasty, even if the Inferno Pill Tower deployed all its forces, the losses would not be small."
"As for connections..."
"In the Southwestern Domain, the Moon Embrace Sect's connections are likely above those of the Inferno Pill Tower."
"So, it's not something to be rushed."
"We must form alliances and drive away the wolves!"
These past few years, the Moon Embrace Sect has been too 'hot'.
Their fame has reached even the Northeastern Domain, and especially after the battle in the Ri Yue Immortal Dynasty, the news spread far and wide. Everyone knows how strong and heaven-defying the Moon Embrace Sect's disciples are.
She, of course, was also very clear about this.
And precisely because of this, she decided it was not feasible to confront them directly and that she needed to find some 'help'.
"Investigate for me!"
She gave another order: "Find out which powers have grudges with the Moon Embrace Sect and can be used by this Venerable. Then, immediately contact them and tell them that this Venerable wishes to meet with them!"
"I want..."
"To annihilate the Moon Embrace Sect!"
The faces of the two Elders changed abruptly. "Venerable, this... seems a bit inappropriate?"
"What's inappropriate?"
Venerable Han let out a cold harrumph. "I am the master of the Inferno Pill Tower!"
The two Elders: "..."
The Elder who had previously received a reward suddenly had an idea. "Venerable, I have a thought. Although I don't know why you want to deal with the Moon Embrace Sect, it's likely related to alchemy."
"The Moon Embrace Sect produces alchemy pills, but the Liu Clan also has a thousand connections with them."
"Why don't we..."
"Start by targeting the Liu Clan?"
"Since they have an alliance with the Liu Clan, if the Liu Clan is in danger, they will definitely not stand idly by. We can take advantage of the situation by attacking the Liu Clan's shop without killing them..."
"In a moment of crisis, they will seek aid."
"The Liu Clan will also send people to help. If they are unable to defeat their opponents, they will ask the Moon Embrace Sect for assistance."
"As long as we prepare in advance, when the people from the Moon Embrace Sect arrive, we can kill them one by one, two by two... how wonderful!"
"After all, the Northeastern Domain is still considered our home ground. If we go to the Southwestern Domain for a battle, it would be too disadvantageous for us."
"Away games have too many uncertain factors."
"What do you think, Venerable?"
Venerable Han glanced at him, seeing his flattering expression, and said, "You're actually quite smart."
"Thank you for the praise, Venerable."
"As long as you give the order, I'll handle it immediately and make sure everything is done perfectly."
"Not so fast."
Venerable Han waved his hand lightly. "Do you think I wouldn't have thought of this?"
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"Mystic Ice Flame Pill Tower?"
The Elder of External Affairs, responsible for handling this matter, furrowed his brows. "Hmph, just an Elder from the Northeast Domain, and he dares to come to Bright Moon Sect to flaunt his power? Does he think our Bright Moon Sect is weak?"
If it were in the past...
The Elder of External Affairs wouldn't dare to be so bold.
Mystic Ice Flame Pill Tower was the leader in pill refinement in the Northeast Domain. Even if their combat strength was inferior to Bright Moon Sect, they had extensive connections and controlled vast resources. They could refine pills...
Bright Moon Sect would be eager to establish diplomatic relations and purchase large quantities of pills from Mystic Ice Flame Pill Tower.
But now, hmph, with Elder Lu Ming in our Bright Moon Sect, do you think we'll be intimidated by your Mystic Ice Flame Pill Tower? Even though Elder Lu Ming is alone, he is a Grand Daoist Alchemist, and he might not be much weaker than your Pill Tower Master.
After all, I personally received a pill and experienced its quality, flavor, and sensation... Tch, unforgettable.
You're just a Pill Tower Elder, and you dare to be so reckless?
How audacious!
"I'll meet him myself!"
The Elder of External Affairs clenched his neck, raising his head high, and then 'teleported' outside the sect's gates. He immediately spotted the Pill Tower Elder with his arms crossed and a haughty expression, causing the Elder's brows to furrow.
"Are you the Pill Tower Elder?"
"Indeed!" The Pill Tower Elder remained calm and replied, "And who might you be?"
"I have important business to discuss. Take me to see your Sect Master immediately."
Damn, he's actually this arrogant?
You clearly don't respect our Bright Moon Sect!
Damn it, our Bright Moon Sect is just a step away from becoming a top-tier sect, and this is our home ground. How dare you be so arrogant?
Just watch how I deal with you!
"Hehe!"
He let out a light laugh.
He didn't show any anger or use harsh words, but that single laugh was extremely irritating.
"What are you laughing at?!"
"Nothing, just thinking of something amusing. Elder, my Sect Master is extremely busy with countless important matters awaiting his decision."
"It's not like anyone can see him whenever they want."
"I can't afford to delay the sect's affairs, being just a lowly Elder of External Affairs."
"So, please understand."
"If you wish to see our Sect Master, you must state your purpose, and after I assess it, I'll decide whether to take you to him."
The Pill Tower Elder's heart filled with anger. "I've traveled a great distance, and it's a matter of utmost importance. If it's delayed, can you afford the consequences?!"
"That won't be necessary."
"Rules are rules."
The Elder of External Affairs spoke calmly.
You think I can't deal with you? The Pill Tower Elder's brows twitched in anger.
He was a dignified Pill Tower Elder!
His pill refinement skills were likely unmatched in the entire Bright Moon Sect, and he had the backing of the Pill Tower. As a Daoist Alchemist, he was even more deserving of respect, yet this Elder showed no courtesy and gave him no face?
How dare he!
Bright Moon Sect was no small matter, but considering Han Feng's strict orders, he had no choice but to concede, holding back his anger.
"Fine, fine, fine!"
"Our Pill Tower Master wishes to meet with your Sect Master to discuss a matter of great importance, a matter that concerns the life and death of Bright Moon Sect. Is that important enough?!"
"Are you still going to stop me?"
He smirked inwardly but had already made up his mind.
No matter what, he would never refine a single pill for Bright Moon Sect, not even for sale!
"What?!"
The Elder of External Affairs was stunned.
What the hell is this about Bright Moon Sect's life and death?
Our Bright Moon Sect is doing just fine, and you want us dead? But the Pill Tower Elder's words were so decisive, and it was an invitation from the Pill Tower Master himself. The Elder couldn't continue to make things difficult, so he said, "I can report this matter."
"Then what are we waiting for? Lead the way!"
"Wait a moment!"
"I'll go inform the Sect Master, and you can wait here."
Even though I need to report, I can still make things difficult for you.
Seeing the Pill Tower Elder's face turn green, the Elder could only hold back his anger and not dare to delay further. He immediately went to report.
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"There's such a matter?"
Elder Qi was surprised.
"Did he explain the reason?"
"He didn't provide any explanation, and Sect Master, he's extremely arrogant and haughty. He doesn't seem to respect our Bright Moon Sect at all. In my opinion..."
The Elder of External Affairs prepared to administer eye drops.
Elder Qi frowned slightly upon hearing this. "I've heard that the people of Pill Tower are haughty, and now I believe it after hearing your words."
"This matter is for our Sect Master to decide, but since it's an invitation from the Pill Tower Master, we should give him some face."
"Let him come up to see me."
"Yes, Sect Master."
The Elder of External Affairs had anticipated this, so he hadn't intended to block him at the foot of the mountain. At this moment, he had no psychological burden.
After all, he couldn't let his personal emotions affect the sect's important matters.
But at that moment, Elder Qi spoke again, "Inform Elder Lu Ming that if he's out of seclusion, ask him to come and see me."
"The Pill Tower people..."
"Hmph, what qualifications do they have to act this way in our sect?"
"Yes, Sect Master."
The Elder of External Affairs was delighted!
...
A moment later, the Pill Tower Elder arrived.
Elder Qi calmly instructed someone to receive him.
Meanwhile, the Elder of External Affairs went to inform Elder Lu Ming.
Originally planning to continue his seclusion and slack off without refining pills, Elder Lu Ming suddenly heard the news and his eyes lit up. "I'll go take a look."
He immediately 'exited seclusion'...
Soon, in the grand hall of Bright Moon Sect, he met the Pill Tower Elder, a Daoist Alchemist.
A 'Master' was a title for those below the level of 'Grand Master'.
The art of pill refinement had reached a level of mastery that was revered by countless individuals, but establishing one's own sect and creating a unique lineage was still a challenging endeavor.
As for the Grand Daoist Alchemist, they naturally stood above the Daoist Alchemists.
These titles had no unified assessment criteria, and 'promotion' was a thousand times more difficult, as it relied solely on 'battle records' and 'reputation'.
"Haha, Elder Chen, this is our sect's Elder Lu Ming."
Ji Haoyue smiled slightly and introduced, "Oh, and Elder Lu also understands the art of pill refinement."
"Oh."
Elder Chen from the Pill Tower responded casually.
After receiving the order, he rushed over without delay, not being very familiar with Bright Moon Sect, and thus, he didn't recognize Lu Ming.
Upon hearing this, he felt contempt.
Understand pill refinement?
You, a bunch of cultivators, understand the art of pill refinement?
Mixing ingredients together, forming them into little balls, and calling it pill refinement?
It's a complete waste of heavenly resources, be careful of heavenly retribution!
Seeing his indifference, Ji Haoyue continued, "Elder Lu is a master of pill refinement, and Elder Chen, being a renowned figure in the Pill Tower, should have some common ground with Elder Lu."
"So, I thought it would be appropriate for Elder Lu to come along, and Elder Chen wouldn't mind, right?"
Elder Chen: "???"
Grand Daoist Alchemist?
Are you kidding me?
How can Bright Moon Sect have a Grand Daoist Alchemist?
His eyes widened in disbelief.
"Sect Master Ji is joking, how could this be..."
"Joking?"
Ji Haoyue smiled, appearing calm, but her words were forceful, "As a sect master with countless responsibilities, how could I be joking?"
The implication was clear... Are you worthy? Elder Chen's expression changed, and he carefully observed Lu Ming, saying, "Grand Daoist Alchemist?"
"What's this about a Grand Daoist Alchemist?"
Lu Ming waved his hand, naturally understanding Ji Haoyue's intention. Wasn't she just trying to put on a show?
He'd play along, no big deal.
"It's just that our friends in the cultivation world highly regard him, so I'm simply addressing him accordingly. In fact, I feel that I still have a long way to go and much to learn."
"!!!" Elder Chen was completely stunned.
Lu Ming continued, "I've heard that the Pill Tower was founded by the former Alchemy Emperor, and it boasts numerous pill refinement masters and grand masters, making it the pinnacle of pill refinement in the Northeastern Domain."
"I truly admire and yearn for it~"
Knowing that Liang Danxia's identity was that of the former Alchemy Emperor's successor, Lin Fan had the Golden Guards thoroughly investigate related intelligence.
Although the information gathered was mostly trivial and common knowledge.
But combined with the template, Lin Fan easily confirmed that this Pill Tower was indeed the modified version of the 'Pill Tower' and 'Hidden Soul Palace'.
Since it was that Pill Tower, there was no need to show any courtesy.
"Admiration? Excellent, excellent!"
Ji Haoyue happily continued the conversation, "In fact, I'm also quite curious and yearn for it."
"As it happens, Elder Chen came here to invite me to discuss important matters. But I suddenly thought that the Pill Tower is the holy land for countless pill refinement masters, and Elder Lu, you must also be very curious."
"So, I want to bring you along to 'see and learn', what does Elder Chen think?"
"..."
Damn!
The Pill Tower was inviting Ji Haoyue?
They were all their 'enemies', and now they were getting together...
This couldn't be good.
Go, must go! But...
Such a coincidence? Inviting me themselves?
Lu Ming almost couldn't hold back his laughter.
Initially, he hadn't planned to come as a spy; it was all due to a twist of fate, and with Bright Moon Sect offering generous compensation, he decided to play along.
Who knew that this spy would suddenly become a core member?
And on top of that, whenever something happened, he would be proactively brought to the 'first scene' to witness it?
Such a close relationship!
Lu Ming smiled and nodded, "Is that so?"
"Sect Master's words resonate with me. I'm still young and have much to learn. The Pill Tower has always been an object of my admiration, and being able to go there is indeed a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity."
"Elder Chen, the Pill Tower... wouldn't mind if I accompany the sect master, right?"
Elder Chen: "..."
Damn!
You two old foxes, stop playing these games!
Here you are, singing each other's praises, putting on a show.
Who doesn't know you're colluding, wanting to show off in my Pill Tower, declaring that Bright Moon Sect also has a Grand Daoist Alchemist, so you don't have to seek my Pill Tower's help?
It's simply outrageous!
But, is a Grand Daoist Alchemist that impressive?
Wanting to show off in my Pill Tower...
Hmph, I'll see how you pull it off! He sneered inwardly, but his expression remained calm, "Of course, you're most welcome. Since it's settled, let's depart?"
"Before we leave, the Honored One mentioned that the situation is urgent and shouldn't be delayed!"
"Alright."
Ji Haoyue nodded, "Then let's go."
He was fearless.
He wasn't afraid of what the Pill Tower might do.
Although the Pill Tower's strength wasn't much weaker than Bright Moon Sect's, there was no grudge between them. If they dared to lay a hand on him, the sect master of Bright Moon Sect, they should prepare for an all-out war between the two domains!
Unless the people from the Pill Tower had their brains jammed in a door, they wouldn't plot against him for no reason.
Moreover, he wasn't made of mud either!
And so, they set off.
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Eastern Domain.
After receiving the news, the Hidden Soul Palace's Palace Master didn't emerge from seclusion.
Instead, a deputy palace master was dispatched to the Northeastern Domain's Mystic Flame Pill Tower to discuss important matters.
In truth, they didn't believe in the so-called 'life and death crisis'.
But since the master of the Mystic Flame Pill Tower personally extended the invitation, they had to give face.
Thus, on this day, the Honored One of the Mystic Flame Pill Tower, the sect master of Bright Moon Sect, and the deputy palace master of the Hidden Soul Palace quietly met.
(End of Chapter)
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