Chapter 422: Truly Breaking Through the Jade Pill Refinement Technique

Chapter 422: Truly Breaking Through the Jade Pill Refinement Technique

In the Side Hall, the Sect Master Chai Yongshan's gaze was cold.

He was feeling extremely displeased at the moment.

He had agreed to let Su Chen leave, but now he had confirmed that Su Chen possessed talent and ability, and even the Zhu Ming Palace was pursuing him for his skills.

How could Chai Yongshan let such a talented disciple leave?

If Su Chen could stay in the Tai He Sect and assist the three Alchemy Halls, wouldn't the Sect's alchemy prowess increase significantly?

In the future, wouldn't the Tai He Sect become a force to be reckoned with in both martial arts and alchemy?

Looking at the entire Jin Kingdom, how many sects could boast such a strong foundation?

As Chai Yongshan spoke, his gaze towards Elder Jiang Zhu became increasingly angry.

"Elder Jiang, what were you thinking at the time?

Elder Wang Shan Lin had already recognized Su Xing's talent and potential as a disciple, and he provided him with resources.

Which of your eyes was blind that you would change the well-planned arrangements on a whim?"

Elder Jiang Zhu was scolded so harshly that he couldn't even lift his head.

His brother, the Second Elder, also wore a grim expression.

After finishing his words, Chai Yongshan's gaze shifted to Yan You, the Headmaster of the Bing Character Alchemy Workshop.

Before he could even start scolding, Yan You spoke up first.

"Sect Master, what we have heard and know are still just rumors after all.

We have no idea about Zhu Ming Palace's true proficiency in refining Jade Pills.

Recruiting a disciple from our Sect doesn't necessarily prove that their improvement is solely due to him."

As Yan You spoke, he glanced at Elder Jiang Zhu.

"Sect Master, I had a brief conversation with Su Xing before, and his talent and potential are indeed ordinary.

In terms of alchemy, he can even be considered rather lacking.

I believe Elder Jiang Zhu isn't that blind.

I still think this is a misunderstanding."

Upon hearing Yan You's response, a faint smile appeared on Sect Master Chai Yongshan's face.

"I guessed you would say that.

I also want to get a definite answer about the truth of this matter.

As you may have noticed, the Headmasters of the A Character and B Character Alchemy Workshops are not here today.

Let me tell you, they left for Zhu Ming Palace the night before yesterday.

Since Su Xing is our Tai He Sect's disciple, it would be difficult for Yao Wen to find a suitable reason to refuse if we send him to Zhu Ming Palace to gather information.

Let's wait here.

At the earliest, they can return tonight."

In the Side Hall, the Internal Affairs Office timely delivered some meals, snacks, and dried fruits to relieve the greasiness.

On the Tai He Sect's side, people like Chai Yongshan and the core elders were not pleased to see Su Chen rise and gain importance in Zhu Ming Palace.

At least from their perspective, the Tai He Sect didn't owe Su Chen much.

Elder Wang Shan Lin had planned to invest in Su Chen, but Elder Jiang Zhu took away those resources.

Chai Yongshan didn't intend to favor anyone.

However, at this moment, it was indeed better for the Sect if Su Chen didn't possess such skills.

From afternoon to evening, and then to the early hours of the morning, the two Headmasters returned to the Tai He Sect and were immediately brought to the Side Hall.

They just learned that the Sect's higher-ups were waiting for their response.

As they entered the Side Hall, the waiting crowd seemed to have grown impatient, disregarding etiquette.

They surrounded the Headmasters, eager to uncover the truth.

Please elaborate on the details about Su Xing."

Chai Yongshan's stern expression and unintentional pressure weighed heavily on the two Headmasters.

The Headmaster of the A Character Alchemy Workshop paused for a moment, then spoke without hesitation.

"It's true, Sect Master.

Zhu Ming Palace has indeed broken through the technique of refining Jade Pills."

Upon hearing this, the surrounding elders' expressions gradually turned serious.

However, this was within everyone's expectations.

Their Sect Master had previously mentioned that Zhu Ming Palace had publicly announced their mastery of the Jade Pill refinement technique.

A prestigious sect like Zhu Ming Palace wouldn't make false claims.

"Elder Zhou, what about the disciple Su Xing?"

Yan You's expression was grave, mixed with a hint of urgency.

"There's a rumor that Zhu Ming Palace's success in Jade Pill refinement was due to Su Xing's guidance.

You should have seen it when you visited them."

"It's true, the rumors are correct. Zhu Ming Palace's mastery is indeed due to Su Xing."

The temperature in the Side Hall seemed to drop instantly.

Although it was already well into spring, the Side Hall felt like a freezing winter day.

"Elder Zhou, can you confirm this? It sounds rather absurd."

Yan You's expression was awkward, and he couldn't help but ask again.

"I'm certain. It may sound unbelievable, but it's the truth."

"Liu Fangzhu and I went to observe the core pill refinement process, but the people from Zhu Ming Palace intentionally blocked our view. However, we managed to catch a glimpse of most of it. The Jade Pill refined by Su Xing's disciple was of exceptional quality, even surpassing the craftsmanship of Zhu Ming Palace's elders."

Yan You still seemed reluctant to acknowledge this. "Could there be any foul play involved?"

Upon hearing this, Liu Fangzhu, the Head of the B Character Alchemy Workshop, looked at Yan You with utmost seriousness. "Yan Fangzhu, let me tell you, the refining technique for this Jade Pill requires extremely high standards of hand dexterity. At first, even we couldn't believe it. But Su Xing's disciple has steady and skilled hands. Throughout the entire refining process, there wasn't a single mistake. We witnessed Su Xing's refinement, and his technique was indeed superior to that of Zhu Ming Palace's elders, even reaching the highest level."

Hearing this, Yan You didn't know how to respond. The mention of refining technique had essentially confirmed the issue. It was easier to fake other aspects, but hand dexterity required decades of practice. If Su Chen didn't possess the ability, how could he have learned such skills in just a few days? If Su Chen had indeed mastered this in a few days, then he would truly be considered a genius, worthy of being recognized as Jin Kingdom's top alchemy prodigy.

On the side, Chai Yongshan's expression grew colder as he listened to the two heads' responses, confirming his earlier suspicions. Deep down, he wished he had been wrong.

"I don't know what you all were thinking. One, an elder, casually taking away what rightfully belongs to another. And the other, a head of an alchemy workshop, unable to recognize a person's talent. Remember when the higher-ups from Zhu Ming Palace came and swore to us that it was all a misunderstanding? A misunderstanding, indeed! It led us to send away a top disciple. Our sect master didn't even make any demands, and he just handed over Su Xing to Zhu Ming Palace."

Chai Yongshan, the sect master, spoke with sarcasm. This was all he could do to alleviate the frustration in his heart. Not only would they likely not gain anything from this situation, but if Su Xing held any resentment towards them and spoke ill of them to Zhu Ming Palace, it would only worsen their predicament.

Initially, Chai Yongshan had also been dismissive and unappreciative of Su Chen. But as the sect master, who would dare to contradict him when he berated someone? Who would dare to challenge his previous disregard for Su Chen?

In the side hall, the heads of the A and B Character Alchemy Workshops, Zhou Fangzhu and Liu Fangzhu, recounted their experience at Zhu Ming Palace in detail, leaving nothing unsaid.

As Zhou Fangzhu spoke, he took out a bottle and presented it to their sect master. "Sect Master, this is the Revitalizing Pill given to us by Yao Wen, the Palace Master of Yao Palace. It's a top-grade pill."

Chai Yongshan understood the implication. Yao Wen was telling him not to cause a fuss, as Su Chen had already gone to Zhu Ming Palace, and arguing would be pointless.

"Palace Master Yao said that many things will eventually be exposed, so he might as well let us know. Originally, we didn't see Su Xing's potential either."

Before Zhou Fangzhu could finish his sentence, Chai Yongshan, the sect master, slammed his palm on the table. "What do you mean we didn't see his potential? It's you who didn't see his potential! Starting with you, Qin Wei! When he was in your Third Battle Battalion, didn't you notice anything? And you claim he has no understanding of the Dao of Alchemy!"

After scolding Qin Wei, Chai Yongshan turned to Wang Shan Lin. "And you, Wang Shan Lin! Since you recognized Su Xing's capabilities, why did you let his resources be taken away? Why didn't you argue with Jiang Zhu? Why didn't you speak up?"

Wang Shan Lin was left speechless. Jiang Zhu's brother was the Second Elder of Tai He Sect. What right did Wang Shan Lin have to argue with Jiang Zhu?

As their sect master vented his anger, Qin Wei and Wang Shan Lin could only endure, not daring to speak.

In the side hall, the discussion continued until dawn. The Great Elder, standing nearby, hesitated for a moment before stepping forward. "Sect Master, we should consider how to respond to this situation. At the very least, we should try to remedy the situation. That young man, Su Xing, may have endured some grievances in our Tai He Sect. But we never harmed him. If we can ease the relationship, there might still be a chance."

The Great Elder was Chai Yongshan's junior, and their long acquaintance made their relationship closer than with the others.

Elder Wen Hua's words of persuasion were indeed more effective than others.

Upon hearing the Great Elder's words, Chai Yongshan finally calmed down.

In his heart, he had already made some plans and arrangements.

"Qin Wei, from today onwards, you will be promoted to the position of Elder of the Sect.

As for the Third Battle Battalion, I will entrust it to others."

The sudden arrangement caused Qin Wei's eyes to light up.

To be honest, he was considered an outsider.

For such an outsider to gain recognition from the Tai He Sect was not an easy feat.

But at this moment, he heard it clearly: he, Qin Wei, had been accepted as an Elder of the Tai He Sect.

"Elder Wang Shanlin, your position will be elevated to that of the Sixth Elder.

You will be ranked as the Seventh Elder."

Compared to Qin Wei's arrangement, the arrangement for Wang Shanlin surprised everyone present even more.

The Tai He Sect had numerous elders.

Only those with a rank could be considered high elders of the Tai He Sect.

Upon hearing this, Wang Shanlin's face was filled with astonishment.

"Sect Master, I..."

Chai Yongshan waved his hand, not allowing them to continue.

"Don't be hasty in your response. Our sect hasn't assigned you any tasks yet.

The first thing you two must do after being promoted is to fulfill my request.

Regarding Su Xing, you two are the most familiar with him in the Tai He Sect.

My request is not difficult.

First, improve the relationship.

Second, ask him to obtain priority in medicine pill demands from Zhu Ming Palace.

In the future, our Tai He Sect's medicine pill needs will have the privilege of jumping the queue at Zhu Ming Palace.

Can you accomplish these two tasks?"

After Chai Yongshan finished speaking, Qin Wei and Wang Shanlin exchanged glances and then nodded solemnly.

"Rest assured, Sect Master, we will do our best."

With their arrangements in place, Chai Yongshan turned his attention to Jiang Zhu.

"As for the Third Battle Battalion, Elder Jiang Zhu, you will take it over.

Regarding the First Battle Battalion, Seventh Elder, consider the Guardians under your command and see if there's anyone capable of shouldering this responsibility and hand it over to them."

Upon hearing this, Wang Shanlin bowed once more, indicating his understanding.

As for Jiang Zhu, his face was filled with embarrassment.

Chai Yongshan's arrangement for him was to take over the Third Battle Battalion, not the First Battle Battalion.

Everyone was well aware of the situation in the Tai He Sect.

The Third Battle Battalion was composed of disciples from the outskirts, some of whom weren't even from the Tai He Sect.

Being in charge of this battalion would make one feel marginalized.

The Second Elder on the side didn't dare to say a word.

It was he who had adjusted Su Xing's resources.

If not for Jiang Zhu, perhaps the Tai He Sect wouldn't have been as passive as it was now.

"Yan Fangzhu, put the Bing Character Alchemy Workshop on hold for now and hand it over to Zhou Fangzhu and Liu Fangzhu.

Take some time to reflect on your actions and figure out what's going on.

How could a top-notch alchemist be right in front of you, and you didn't even notice?

Also, find a way to express gratitude to Su Xing.

You were able to receive guidance from Zhu Ming Palace, all thanks to his help."

Chai Yongshan had said all he wanted to say.

Outside, the sky was already brightening, and this unusually long conversation finally came to an end.

The promotions of Wang Shanlin and Qin Wei spread throughout the entire Tai He Sect within half a day.

There were many people in the side hall, so it was natural that the news would eventually get out.

The experiences of the two men made many in the Tai He Sect envious, but even more were filled with jealousy.

They spoke ill of Wang Shanlin and Qin Wei, saying they rose to prominence by relying on a single disciple.

Despite the gossip, countless people in the Tai He Sect envied the two men.

More so, they wondered why they hadn't encountered Su Chen.

Perhaps they, too, would have had the chance to become elders of the Tai He Sect.

Of course, the majority of people were curious about who Su Xing was.

Their envy revealed that there was such a formidable person within the Tai He Sect.

In the Third Battle Battalion, those who had some interaction with Su Chen also received benefits from Qin Wei.

It felt like when one person achieved success, even their chickens and dogs rose to heaven.

On Qin Wei and Wang Shanlin's side, the two had already begun to think of ways to repay Su Chen.

Although they had a good relationship with Su Chen, they still needed to offer corresponding value in return.

Moreover, Su Chen's visit to Zhu Ming Palace wasn't something he could accomplish alone.

At Zhu Ming Palace, Su Chen had been communicating with numerous alchemists these past few days.

Palace Master Yao Wen had kept his promise.

Zhu Ming Palace, in search of medicinal ingredients and various precious items, had superior information channels compared to many sects.

The information Su Chen wanted to gather was already collected by Palace Master Yao Wen.

(End of Chapter)

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