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Chapter 402: Pills, Will Taihe Sect Value It?
Chapter 402: Pills, Will Taihe Sect Value It?
2024-09-01
Perhaps feeling that Su Chen's departure was a sign of disrespect and disregard for them, Elder Jiang made a prediction about Su Chen's future.
As he spoke, he glanced at the two elders beside him.
"Elder Shanlin, my opinion aligns with Elder Jiang's.
This kid will not amount to much in the future.
He lacks reverence for cultivation and is too casual about it.
If we had such an opportunity when we were young, would we let it slip by?"
After this elder finished speaking, the other elder beside him chimed in.
"He has a lot of face, daring to make us wait for several days.
Forget about such a person."
Although Su Chen tried his best to explain, these three elders seemed unconcerned.
"Young man, let me tell you this.
Whatever I have promised, no matter the obstacles, I will fulfill it.
This is why I can enter the Transformation Realm, while you cannot."
Hearing Elder Jiang's words, Su Chen was getting annoyed.
"Elder, have you never encountered other urgent matters?"
"Even if I do, I will keep my word."
Su Chen stopped arguing with them.
No matter what they said, he had his own judgment.
Even if he accompanied them, he would gain some cultivation experience and guidance.
If he could obtain treasures left by immortals, he would still prioritize his mother and little sister's safety.
"Elder Shanlin, I suggest we stop the assistance given to him.
It hasn't even started, so let's cancel it."
Elder Jiang was referring to the benefits Elder Wang Shanlin had provided to Su Chen.
Although Su Chen did not join Taihe Sect, the sect still invested resources and guidance in his cultivation, betting on his extraordinary future achievements.
For Su Chen, these resources were necessary for his further cultivation progress.
By leveraging this, he could deepen his connections with Taihe Sect.
He wanted to understand the sect better and use their influence to counter Wulanshan Mansion.
But these three elders, Elder Jiang included, wanted to cancel the benefits Su Chen was about to receive.
Upon hearing this, Wang Shanlin quickly tried to smooth things over.
"Elder, this punishment is too harsh.
Su Xing made a mistake this time, but let's still give young people some room to grow. When have young people not made mistakes?"
Wang Shanlin explained for Su Chen, but the three elders remained unmoved.
"Elder Shanlin, in all these years, when has Elder Jiang ever misjudged someone?
Wasting resources and the sect's manpower.
I mentioned Han Sanche from the fourth battle group to you before.
His talent, potential, and willpower are all several times better than this person."
In front of Su Chen, Elder Jiang spoke bluntly.
He wanted Wang Shanlin to give up the spot and recruit the disciple he valued.
Hearing this, Wang Shanlin waved his hand and smiled, making excuses to decline.
Due to Su Chen's situation, the initially harmonious atmosphere lost its previous cheerfulness.
Before noon, the three elders found an excuse and left.
Before leaving, Elder Jiang looked at Su Chen and brought up this matter again.
If Su Chen did not display his talent and potential in cultivation within half a year, all assistance would be halted.
This time, his words were even more direct than before.
Upon hearing this, Wang Shanlin's expression turned displeased.
After the three elders left, Su Chen once again expressed his apologies to Elder Wang Shanlin.
But Elder Wang Shanlin just smiled and waved it off.
"No need to feel guilty, anyone can have urgent matters to attend to.
If it were a matter of life and death, would you still ignore it? Those three old fellows are nitpicking and arrogant.
Their words are just hot air, nothing more."
As Wang Shanlin's words fell, he seemed to recall something.
"However, Elder Jiang's brother is our Taihe Sect's Second Elder.
I'm still worried that after half a year, he might really withhold the sect's resources from you.
But at least, there's still half a year.
Let's get through this period first."
Hearing this, Su Chen felt even more grateful to Elder Wang Shanlin.
This Elder Wang Shanlin was indeed straightforward and honest.
Having such a senior as a mentor, Su Chen felt more at ease and could be more open with him.
After expressing his gratitude, Wang Shanlin smiled again.
"If you truly want to show gratitude, just focus on cultivating and improving."
Elder, I believe that your various talents and potentials on the path of cultivation are actually quite good."
After a bit of conversation, Su Chen finally began to touch on some serious matters.
Today, he came to see Elder Wang Shanlin not only to apologize but also to gain a deeper understanding of the Tahe Sect.
Not a superficial understanding, but a deep insight into the core interests of the Sect.
What could truly move the highest echelons of the Sect.
What kind of benefits they truly care about.
Su Chen wanted to see if, at this stage, he could offer something that would impress the Tahe Sect.
To gain the support of the Tahe Sect in dealing with Wulanshan Mansion.
Su Chen asked indirectly, and in his words, he did not directly mention Wulanshan Mansion.
Lunchtime arrived, and using the opportunity to eat lunch together, Su Chen probed a bit more directly.
"Beating around the bush, asking left and right, are you, child, in conflict with some sect outside?"
Faced with Elder Wang Shanlin’s probing, Su Chen just smiled and did not delve deeper.
"Don’t worry, there are so many Sects in the Jin Kingdom.
Who hasn’t offended a few Sects?"
"
Elder Wang Shanlin spoke casually, but he didn’t know about the deep-seated grudge between Su Chen and Wulanshan Mansion.
It had already escalated to a life-or-death dispute.
The means Wulanshan Mansion used against Su Chen were almost lethal.
From the initial Shadow Ling Battlefield, to sending people to the Great Zhou Kingdom.
Injuring Senior Realizer Shangxuan, his mother and sister had to go into hiding.
If they were caught, would the warriors of Wulanshan Mansion, whom even the Great Zhou warriors looked down upon, show them any mercy?
With the situation having reached this point, and Su Chen injuring two more guards of Wulanshan Mansion, the latter would not let him off, and he was unwilling to let them off either.
"If I were to ask the Sect to step in and help me oppose another Sect.
Elder, what would be needed..."
Hearing Su Chen’s words, Wang Shanlin smiled helplessly.
"You need to be incredibly important to the Sect, even irreplaceable.
Your question makes me, as an Elder, feel a bit embarrassed.
To suppress another Sect, even just to confront another Sect Elder, the Sect would have to think long and hard.
You need to understand, these small conflicts can escalate.
In the end, it might cause a great deal of trouble between two Sects.
Unless you can truly make the Sect believe that the Tahe Sect can’t do without you."
Wang Shanlin did not speak too directly, as he still had some reservations.
He actually hoped Su Chen would understand that, with Su Chen’s current status and position,
if another major Sect came to challenge,
the Tahe Sect might not protect him at all.
As long as the other Sect’s strength was not weaker than the Tahe Sect, and their attitude was a bit more forceful, the Tahe Sect would likely abandon him.
If these words were spoken, they would indeed sound too harsh.
Su Chen heard the unspoken meaning and could guess these things before even asking.
But Wang Shanlin did not know that he might actually have some chips to bargain with the Tahe Sect.
He carried several Heavenly Destinies, was skilled in many techniques, and could solve many problems.
"Elder Wang Shanlin, if I can help the Sect thoroughly resolve the demon problem.
Would that be considered indispensable to the Sect?"
Hearing this, Wang Shanlin directly shook his head.
"You are not an ignorant person from the wilderness; you should know that the demons just need to be controlled to a certain extent.
I know your abilities, but do you think the Sect needs to completely clear out the Demons in Hongfeng Canyon?
Even if they were completely cleared out, how long could it be maintained?
In the eyes of the Sect’s higher-ups, maintaining stability is enough.
Because of your conflict with another Sect, causing a huge disturbance,
although you have resolved the issue with the Demons, you have also brought about another chaos.
One side is stable, the other is in chaos. How much does that mean to the Sect?"
Elder Wang Shanlin spoke more clearly and directly.
Hearing this, Su Chen nodded.
Through Elder Wang Shanlin’s words, Su Chen judged that to move the Tahe Sect’s higher-ups,
it must be something that can directly bring benefits to the Tahe Sect.
The benefits gained must clearly outweigh the losses the Tahe Sect might suffer.
Among the techniques he had learned, including alchemy, mechanisms, and formations,
Su Chen had not yet mentioned them, but Wang Shanlin, seeing Su Chen’s seriousness, couldn’t help but ask.
"Su Chen, do you have a deep grudge with that Sect?
Can you say which Sect it is?"
"It should be considered a deep grudge. They don’t want me alive, and I hope they all perish."
As for this sect, their relationship with the Tahe Sect isn't very good. I only stayed here after learning that the Tahe Sect is at odds with them."
Su Chen replied with a smile, not making the matter sound too serious.
He also didn't specify which sect it was.
Wang Shanlin understood Su Chen's concerns, but his expression was much more serious than before.
According to what Su Chen said, this was already considered a matter of life and death.
"If you want the sect's higher-ups to stand up for you, you need to bring a clear enhancement to the sect's strength. It's not just about dealing with some demons.
You'd need to bring out the cultivation techniques left by a Sage, or provide more than seven kinds of heavenly treasures.
Apart from these, I can't think of any other reason the sect's higher-ups would be willing to stand up for you.
In comparison, it might be more meaningful for you to focus on your own cultivation and strive to protect yourself."
In his possession, he indeed had the cultivation technique left by a Sage, the "Mystic Heaven Dao Heart Canon."
However, Su Chen had no intention of giving it away.
Hesitating, Su Chen looked at Wang Shanlin.
"Elder Shanlin, is the sect's demand for potions considered significant?"
Wang Shanlin looked at Su Chen, a hint of confusion on his face.
"What's this? Could it be that you understand the art of alchemy?"
Su Chen nodded, "A bit. I'm not sure if this will earn the sect's attention."
Hearing this, Wang Shanlin still wanted to say some discouraging words.
But after hesitating, his tone softened a bit.
"The sect has three alchemy workshops. I can only take you there to ask.
How much attention your abilities will receive will be determined by them.
But let me make it clear to you, if it's just ordinary alchemy techniques, the most you'll get is a way to earn contribution points.
Compared to martial artists, alchemists are indeed valuable, but not to the point where the sect would go against other major sects for them.
Unless it's a major alchemy family from the Jin Kingdom who is willing to join our Tahe Sect.
For their top-notch potions, the sect's higher-ups might be willing to fight for them.
For others, it's difficult."
After lunch, Elder Wang Shanlin took Su Chen to the Tahe Sect's alchemy workshop.
On the way, Elder Wang Shanlin continued to explain the situation of the alchemy workshops to Su Chen.
The Tahe Sect's alchemy workshops are not highly regarded within the sect.
The three workshops can only refine very basic potions.
For the Tahe Sect, they still have some significance.
Many disciples and battle units within the sect have a need to exchange for these potions.
But the upper echelons of the sect, such as those with extremely high talent and martial artists like Elder Wang Shanlin,
basically don't take the potions refined by the three workshops of the Tahe Sect.
Firstly, the potions they refine are very basic.
Secondly, the quality of the potions is also quite ordinary.
Elder Wang Shanlin and his peers, of course, look down on such potions.
"The Tahe Sect has its own alchemy workshops, but potions of slightly better quality are still purchased by the sect.
Most of them are bought from the Zhu Ming Palace.
If you could bring in the alchemists from the Zhu Ming Palace, I believe the sect head would definitely be willing to fight for you."
Speaking of this, Wang Shanlin couldn't help but laugh, and Su Chen also smiled.
The status of the Zhu Ming Palace, in some ways, even surpasses the Tahe Sect.
How could they possibly be recruited by the Tahe Sect?
Now that it's winter, things are much more relaxed.
Elder Wang Shanlin also had more leisure time, taking Su Chen along as a way to thank him for his assistance this year, which greatly helped the First Battle Unit.
The sect might not care about Su Chen's ability to deal with demons, as long as it remains stable.
But the various battle units still need people like Su Chen.
The alchemy workshop is located in the northern part of the Tahe Sect's territory, a few dozen miles away from Hongfeng Canyon. For cultivators, this distance is quite close.
Elder Wang Shanlin took Su Chen to the Gamma Alchemy Workshop.
The reason for coming here was twofold: first, the Gamma Alchemy Workshop has lower requirements; second, Elder Wang Shanlin has some connections here.
Bes the Gamma Alchemy Workshop, a middle-aged man frowned deeply.
"You scound, it's fine to drink with me, but no other talk. If I knew you were coming for this, I wouldn't even bring out my fine brew."
Seeing his friend was a bit upset, Wang Shanlin quickly explained.
"Just test him, evaluate him, no need to commit."
"Test my ass, look at his hands. Does he look like an alchemist? Drink and leave if you want to talk about other things."
(End of Chapter)
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