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Chapter 654: Tribulation Pills! Tribulation Pills!
Chapter 654: Tribulation Pills! Tribulation Pills!
Muyang Daoist stood motionless, his meticulously groomed beard beginning to tremble after a moment.
A surge of anger welled up within him, and he exclaimed, "Such defiance and arrogance! She has no respect for her seniors! After leaving Divine Void Mountain, she has forgotten about us, her senior uncles and aunts!"
"She has no regard for her elders!" He waved his sleeve in anger and glared at the crowd.
However, the peak masters did not respond to his words. Most of them wore complex expressions, still immersed in Ye Lan's recent questioning.
Indeed, after that incident, they had only thought about covering it up and had neglected the feelings of the remaining junior on Pill Peak. They also hadn't noticed what Muyang was doing during this opportunity.
After the matter was concealed, Pill Peak resumed its operations. To avoid unnecessary trouble, the peak masters, aside from comforting Ye Lan with a few words about the importance of the bigger picture, had tacitly accepted the situation.
When Ye Lan left the mountain, they thought she was temporarily unable to accept the loss of her master and fellow disciples, and needed some time to grieve. They never imagined that this junior had a clear understanding of the situation and had kept everything in her heart.
"Enough! You've taken advantage, and now you won't even let others complain," Qianfeng Daoist slowly stood up and glanced at Muyang. These matters had nothing to do with the other six peaks, yet they had to endure the contemptuous gazes of the juniors, which naturally made them feel somewhat resentful.
"Taking advantage?" Muyang's expression changed abruptly, and he retorted, "I've worked tirelessly to manage two peaks. Even if I take a little more, it's all for the benefit of Pill Peak. I've never been selfish. It's only because Ruifeng has made progress in recent years that he has been able to help me with my worries. Qianfeng, your words are unreasonable!"
"For the benefit of Pill Peak? Or for your son..." Qianfeng Daoist coldly smiled.
With so many resources, if they had opened their doors and recruited talented individuals, Pill Peak would not have been reduced to having only one person capable of refining Tribulation Pills.
They had focused all their efforts on nurturing a single person.
It was all because they were worried that someone would contest Liu Ruifeng's future position as peak master. There was no need to make it sound so righteous.
"Silence!" The half-dead old man slammed his hand on the table, causing the seven people below to fall silent. It was clear that the earlier incident, where Ye Lan had ignored him, had kindled some anger in the heart of the Eight Peaks' senior elder.
He leaned back in his chair, his eyes flashing with thunderous light. "I'll say just two things. First, what's in the past is in the past. No one is allowed to bring it up again. If anyone dares to do so, don't blame me for disciplining them on behalf of the master."
"Second."
The half-dead old man closed his eyes. "The foundation of Divine Void Mountain lies with the master. Our cultivation is all thanks to the master. These three hundred peaks must be led by the master, and nothing else matters."
"As long as Pill Peak can regularly provide Tribulation Pills, anyone can be the peak master, regardless of their cultivation realm."
Upon hearing this, all the peak masters except Muyang changed their expressions slightly. Even Qianfeng Daoist fell silent for a moment before sitting back down.
The master had wandered in the Great Void, and the senior elder often assumed the role of half a master.
His words seemed impartial, but they clearly conveyed his stance.
Not considering cultivation realm... Wasn't this specifically for Liu Ruifeng? This young man had consumed countless heavenly materials, yet he still couldn't attain the Dao Fruit and had been stuck at the Sixth Stage for many years.
"Senior Uncle is right."
At that moment, a young man entered the hall with reverence. It was Liu Ruifeng, who had been waiting outside the hall.
His face showed no excitement, but instead, it was filled with deep concern.
He walked into the hall, first kneeling down and performing a meticulous bow, before saying, "Only with Senior Master's longevity can Divine Void Mountain exist. Ruifeng understands this principle, and so I've worked diligently for many years, never daring to slack off."
"Now, I've finally made some progress and can refine the Seven Tribulation Treasure Pill. I only hope that one day, I'll be able to refine the perfect Ten Tribulation Pill and contribute a small part to Senior Master's Great Dao."
"As for the position of peak master, compared to Senior Master, it's insignificant. As long as he is still alive, Divine Void Mountain will thrive. Even if there were twenty or thirty peaks, wouldn't it still be possible to support them?"
As he finished speaking, Liu Ruifeng's face was filled with anticipation.
"..."
Hearing these sincere words, the crowd's expressions varied. Whether they believed him or not, this was the attitude a third-generation disciple should have when facing their elders.
The half-dead old man silently observed the young man below.
At such a young age, he was already so smooth-tongued, thinking he could fathom the thoughts of his elders. With such impure thoughts, it was no wonder his cultivation hadn't progressed.
However, recognizing the importance of the master was enough.
Born and raised on Divine Void Mountain, his entire cultivation was gained from the mountain. If that was the case, then as long as the master required it, even the lives of the disciples were not too high a price to pay.
In comparison, another person had harbored resentment for so many years, making him unworthy of being a peak master.
"Trespassing into the peak master's council is a serious offense. Considering it's your first offense and you have Senior Master in your heart, I'll let it go this time."
"Go on, focus on your alchemy path. Don't let other matters distract you. We old folks are still alive and kicking."
The elder waved his hand, ushering Liu Ruifeng out of the grand hall.
It was more of a gentle nudge than a dismissal, and the warm spiritual breeze made Muyang Daoist's heart leap with joy. With the backing of his senior elder, he doubted any of his fellow disciples would dare to criticize him again.
...
On the road to Danfeng Mountain.
Ye Lan walked slowly, her eyes on the green mountains, but her mind was clearly elsewhere.
As she drew closer to the small courtyard, she suddenly stopped, rubbing her face vigorously, trying to wipe away the barely noticeable hint of moisture in her eyes.
As a Fifth Rank Taiyi Immortal, she was a renowned figure, both in the mortal realm and the Immortal Court.
She was no longer the sheltered young girl under the protection of her sect. It was time to shed her girlish demeanor.
When she had left Divine Void Mountain to join the Monster Slayer Bureau, she had made up her mind. But now, returning to Divine Void Mountain and seeing the elders' silence about the Danfeng disaster, she felt a chill in her heart.
Wrong is wrong, and right is right.
Why was it so difficult to reason with the immortals?
She had already understood this, but the chill in her heart had momentarily caused her to lose her composure, which was rare for her.
"Hmm."
Ye Lan closed her eyes. Her impulsive words might have caused trouble for others.
She couldn't understand how she had blurted out, "It's not just a rumor."
This was the opposite of her original intention in returning.
Moreover, whether in terms of strength or alchemy cultivation, she had no right to compete with the Sixth Peak.
At this thought, Ye Lan's mind conjured the image of the handsome youth in the black robe.
He had casually taken the alchemy manuscript, leaving behind only a vague message to "see what's so scary."
It was this scene that had given Ye Lan a glimmer of hope.
But now, as she calmed down, she realized something was amiss. Shen Yi hadn't made any promises, and it was possible that she had misinterpreted his intentions, leading to a misunderstanding.
If that were the case, today's events would be utterly meaningless and absurd.
Even if Shen Yi genuinely had such intentions, as a wandering cultivator, he wouldn't understand the depth of Divine Void Mountain's heritage.
Could a single Seventh Rank pill and his apparent talent in alchemy really shake the Sixth Peak's accumulated prestige?
"I must be crazy."
Ye Lan withdrew her palms. Shen Yi was young and inexperienced, so it was understandable that he didn't know the dangers. But she was no longer a naive cultivator. Instead of dissuading him, she had added fuel to the fire.
If she truly harmed him, how could she face the Hongze villagers who had high hopes for him?
Forget it. She would leave tomorrow.
With this thought, Ye Lan quickened her pace, returning to the courtyard at the mountain's peak.
"Sister, you're back."
Ye Jing anxiously waited at the courtyard gate, only relaxing slightly when she saw her sister return.
Knowing her sister well, she understood that compared to her sword skills, her verbal abilities were rather lacking.
Ye Lan must have endured much during the Eight Peaks Council, and now, her seemingly calm return likely hid a heavy heart.
"Let's have a meal first."
Back in this small courtyard, her sister seemed more accustomed to mortal life. Though she was an immortal, she still ate, slept, and bathed like a mortal, a unique tradition of Danfeng Peak.
"Okay."
Ye Lan forced a smile and followed her sister into the house.
The candlelight was dim, yet it created a cozy atmosphere. By the table, the shadows accentuated Shen Yi's handsome profile as he held a piece of food with one hand, and the other...
Ye Lan's gaze fixed on the alchemy book in his hand, and she unconsciously pursed her lips.
But it was only for a moment; she quickly averted her eyes as if she hadn't seen anything.
Shen Yi's diligence in studying confirmed that the earlier incident in the pill refinement room was not a misunderstanding.
As the Peak Master of Danfeng, she couldn't help but feel joy, driven by her selfish desires. After all, she had nothing more to lose.
But beyond this identity, she was also General Yanlan of the Divine Dynasty, and Shen Yi was her subordinate, the Monster Slayer Officer. She had to take full responsibility for his safety.
This had to be a misunderstanding!
Ye Lan quietly walked to the table and sat down, picking up her bowl and chopsticks, ready to finish her meal quickly and rest.
"Tomorrow, we'll..." She picked up a piece of green vegetable with her chopsticks, intending to casually remind him. But before she could finish, the youth sitting nearby, within arm's reach, had already put down the alchemy book and turned to look at her.
At such close proximity, she could even smell his fresh scent. After months of traveling, the faint blood essence in his aura had dissipated.
"What is a Tribulation Pill?" Shen Yi's voice carried a hint of curiosity.
Ye Lan's hand paused mid-air, and in the next moment, she reacted, "No, I mean, we'll leave tomorrow."
"..."
At her words, Shen Yi fell silent.
After a long while, he sighed softly.
Ye Jing sat beside them, feeling the atmosphere turn peculiar, and she dared not even breathe for a moment.
The next moment, she saw Shen Yi slightly turn his body, his pitch-black and clear eyes staring directly at her sister.
"Can you stop it, it's really annoying," Shen Yi put down the alchemy book and chopsticks in his hand.
"I... what did I do?" Ye Lan was also startled, and she didn't even react. As a subordinate, she had no right to speak to her like this.
"You're hindering my cultivation."
Shen Yi stared at Ye Lan's eyes, and his tone suddenly became serious, "You know, I want the Void Dao Fruit."
He had spent six tribulations of his lifespan in the Secret Law Pavilion, studying obscure and difficult subjects, and his mind was exhausted. He didn't do all this to play house with the woman before him.
"You want it, and I want it too, so why don't you stop hesitating?"
"This roundabout way of talking is really boring."
Hearing the tiger-like words by her ear, Ye Jing, who was already in a daze, completely froze.
When she saw her sister subconsciously avoiding Shen Yi's gaze, the chopsticks in her hand clattered and fell onto the table.
Damn, she had grown up with her sister, and she had never seen her show weakness.
"But... but it's really dangerous!"
Ye Lan stared at the ground and also realized her own loss of composure. She had never faced such an unreserved and aggressive gaze, making her feel like the young man before her had suddenly become a different person.
"I can introduce you to the Dao Fruit... maybe the other seniors aren't as good, but..."
"I want the best."
Shen Yi interrupted Ye Lan directly, saying bluntly, "Will you be in danger?"
"No, I'm the nominal Peak Master of Pill Peak after all." Ye Lan shook her head.
"Then it's fine. Whether I'm in danger or not has nothing to do with you," Shen Yi finally withdrew his gaze.
The previous incident of the Seven Treasures Bodhisattva's Dharma Sermon, during the time he had let his guard down, had taught him a lesson once again.
It was normal for Ye Lan to not understand, as this woman was born on Divine Void Mountain, and throughout her life, no matter what she encountered, she always had many different choices.
But he was different.
It wasn't always the case that others would give you enough time and options.
Just like Zi Ling's sudden descent.
If that day, the Seven Treasures Bodhisattva hadn't preached the Golden Lotus Technique, or if, under the pressure of the Divine Dynasty, she hadn't been able to finish preaching, the whole situation would have directly gone in the direction that Shen Yi couldn't accept.
His old friend's tragic death, Hongze being swept away, all traces of his previous life being erased, and even being hunted down by the Immortal Court, leaving him with no peace in this life.
Therefore, he must do his best within his capabilities.
Even if it's still impossible later, at least there will be no regrets.
Shen Yi could certainly seek a more easily obtainable Dao Fruit, but if it came down to a battle of skills, and the victory was just a little off, he couldn't imagine how desperate he would feel.
"What is the Tribulation Pill?"
Shen Yi picked up the alchemy book again, and his expression returned to calmness.
Ye Lan silently watched the young man's profile, and only at this moment did she finally understand why Jing'er had recommended him to become the Monster Slayer.
Even if his strength wasn't particularly strong, his unwavering demeanor was not something that could be cultivated overnight.
This was a composure that could only be cultivated after experiencing many similar situations.
"What you said is right. I want to reclaim everything that my Master should have, so I will do my best to protect you."
"Together in life and death."
The words spoken earlier when he took on the role of Master on behalf of his Master were repeated by Ye Lan, and the weight carried in them was completely different from before.
"Tribulation Pill, Tribulation Pill..."
Shen Yi couldn't help but roll up the alchemy book, thinking that if he couldn't beat his opponent, he would have to crack open their skull and see what was inside.
This dragging on was really, if not for the Void Dao Fruit, he would consider it a pain to speak another word to this woman.
"Sorry."
Ye Lan's pretty face showed a hint of embarrassment, and her voice became much softer, "Actually, the Tribulation Pill is a general term. There are many spiritual herbs in the world that can withstand tribulations like cultivators, and the pills refined from them can all be called Tribulation Pills."
"And on Divine Void Mountain, the Tribulation Pill they usually refer to is mostly the Void Treasure Pill."
"For cultivators seeking the Void Dao Fruit, its effect is no different from the Imperial Qi of the mortal world. However, the materials are extremely difficult to gather, and they need to be prioritized for the nourishment of the Divine Void Senior Ancestor..."
Just then, a sound of astonishment came from outside the door.
"Tsk, Ye Shijie, even though you are the Peak Master, you are still a third-generation disciple. Directly calling the Senior Master's Dao name is a bit disrespectful."
Accompanied by the voice, Liu Ruifeng walked closer with two elders, stopping at the doorway with a playful smile, "Moreover, since this fellow disciple is interested in alchemy, why didn't you call me, Shijie? Are you afraid that I wouldn't teach him?"
(End of Chapter)
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