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Chapter 280: The Elder's Journey and a Unique White Elixir
Chapter 280: The Elder's Journey and a Unique White Elixir
As Jin Shen watched his daughter, Jin Yue, avoiding him, he felt a pang of sadness as a father.
But he had no choice; to gain the respect of others, he couldn't show favoritism towards his own daughter in public.
Moreover, Jin Shen genuinely didn't want to see Jin Yue and Su Chen growing closer.
The relationship between Celestial Capital and the Jin family was harmonious, and they had become quite close.
However, it was precisely because of this closeness that Jin Shen believed he could clearly see the intentions behind Celestial Capital's every move.
Combined with the information from Yunyang Sect, Jin Shen was even more confident that he had uncovered all the truth.
Upon returning to the Jin family's estate, Jin Yue went straight to her own courtyard.
At this moment, Jin Yue felt disappointed.
Her father had declared the Jade Alchemy Pill useless, and it was likely true.
Her previous fantasies were just that—fantasies.
These elixirs hadn't brought Su Chen and her closer; instead, they had pushed them further apart.
After all, valuable elixirs were not easily obtained.
The night passed.
The second day of the Alchemy Expo began.
The attendees on the first day were mainly from the Great Zhou Imperial Family, along with many young and middle-aged alchemists eager to get a head start.
They wanted to be among the first to witness the elixirs on display at this year's Expo and gain some bragging rights.
Similarly, many of those who came on the first day were scouts sent by various sects and powers, and they naturally wanted to be quick.
For instance, by the afternoon of the previous day, many powers had already sent gifts to the Bai and Yao families.
Both families were capable of refining Fifth Rank Elixirs, and even if they weren't as proficient, their rapid progress was evident as they caught up with the Jin family.
On the second day of the Expo, some elders from the alchemy clans and wandering master alchemists would arrive to observe.
Over the years, an unspoken agreement had been reached.
Most master alchemists would attend on the second day.
By going on this day, they could also discuss the Alchemy Path with others.
However, because of this, many people also wanted to attend on the second day.
The Jin family continued to control the number of people entering the garden on this day.
At the fourth hour, people began entering the Summer Retreat Garden for observation.
But these master alchemists were in no rush.
Some of them might not arrive until noon.
At this moment, in the rear courtyard of the garden, the young members of various alchemy clans started their preparations, feeling a bit nervous.
After returning the previous day, the elders of each clan had likely reminded their juniors.
The Bai family had showcased their junior member on the first day, initiating a competition among the younger generation alongside the elixir competition.
Wouldn't others want to see the Bai family's junior after witnessing their exceptional talent? Wouldn't they want to compare them with the juniors of the Yao and Jin families?
It was obvious that the gossip-mongers would stir up these comparisons today.
Additionally, many master alchemists would be present today.
These gossip-mongers would undoubtedly guide the masters to comment on the juniors of each family.
Even without these instigators, the Bai family might arrange for people to do so.
This Alchemy Expo was the Bai family's opportunity to take a significant step forward and gain fame throughout Great Zhou.
As noon approached, things unfolded as many had predicted.
Some elders from the alchemy clans and wandering master alchemists began to arrive, along with a portion of independent master alchemists.
With the arrival of these masters, the Expo truly came to life.
Many people followed closely behind the masters.
Sometimes, a few words of guidance from these masters might lead to profound insights.
As the masters entered the Summer Retreat Garden, they headed straight for the garden's center.
These masters had reached a certain level of expertise.
Ordinary elixirs held little interest for them.
Elixirs like the Sand Stream Soul-Casting Pill and Green Cloud Essence-Gathering Pill still piqued their curiosity.
In the garden's center, the Bai family's junior remained present today.
Facing the tests of the senior members, his responses were quite fluent.
Occasionally, some difficult questions were asked, and the young member of the Bai Family struggled to answer.
But these were merely challenges.
It was evident to everyone that this young member was indeed exceptional, surpassing his peers.
In the art of alchemy, one needs accumulation and sedimentation.
To possess such skills at around thirty years old was indeed worthy of the Bai Family's pride.
After the respected masters had observed, the Jin Family also brought over paper and brushes.
They invited the masters to critique the elixirs in the central garden.
This was the customary practice.
The head of the Jin Family would also attend the other two elixir exhibitions in Great Zhou.
And then he would write down his evaluations.
These evaluations would serve as a basis for judging the quality of elixirs from various clans and powers.
After the critiques, the onlookers who had been lying in wait sprang into action.
"Master Ye, after witnessing the exceptional talent of the Bai Family's young member, would you be free to observe the juniors from other clans?"
Upon hearing this, the Master Ye in front of them smiled and shook his head.
Master Ye was a seasoned expert, not easily manipulated.
But the onlookers persisted, and when one master declined, they approached another.
They asked about the matter of Shen Liunian from the Shen Family, and he agreed.
"Lead the way, if they won't go, I'll go and take a look."
The Shen Family was the top alchemy clan in Great Zhou.
Shen Liunian, the head of the Shen Family, was not concerned about offending anyone; he simply wanted to observe the juniors from various clans.
After witnessing the talent of the Bai Family's junior, he genuinely thought they were quite impressive.
As Shen Liunian, led by the crowd, headed towards the rear courtyard of the garden, the seniors from other clans did not follow.
They were well aware of the capabilities of their own juniors.
Following them would only lead to embarrassment.
To prevent their juniors from losing face, some clans arranged for middle-aged core members to keep an eye on them.
The once quiet rear garden became more crowded.
Shen Liunian's expression remained indifferent as he started from the left, critiquing the elixirs crafted by the young disciples.
"The elixir's medicinal properties have been lost to a great extent, and it has less than one-tenth of its medicinal value. This elixir is not suitable for consumption."
"The pill's skin is too thin, making it unsuitable for storage.
If consumed within an hour of its creation, it might still be effective."
"The ratio of materials is incorrect, and this elixir contains a slight poison."
Shen Liunian's words were indeed somewhat harsh, but he didn't hold back in front of the young disciples.
The elixirs had many issues, and he pointed them out directly.
After walking a few steps, Shen Liunian spotted a rather impressive elixir.
Without commenting on the elixir's flaws, he directly asked about the alchemy techniques used.
But the young disciples couldn't answer.
Those being critiqued seemed to be greatly discouraged.
None of the juniors from the Jin, Yao, or even the other branches of the Bai Family received any praise.
As Shen Liunian moved forward, his gaze fell upon the medicine box next to Jin Yue.
He froze for a moment, but it was only fleeting, and he quickly regained his composure.
"I've traveled far and wide, and it's rare to see an elixir with a completely white appearance.
Is this a special type of elixir?"
Shen Liunian clearly recognized it as a Jade Alchemy Pill, but he asked anyway.
He had a hunch that if these people knew the importance of this elixir.
Then this pill shouldn't have been displayed by the young disciples.
Not far away, Jin Yue's aunt, Jin Jin, hurried forward.
(End of Chapter)
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