Immortality Begins With The Alchemical Master Chapter 791: Rest and Recovery, Sima's Calamity - Novel Cool

Chapter 791: Rest and Recovery, Sima's Calamity

Chapter 791: Rest and Recovery, Sima's Calamity

"With cloud-like hair and a flower-like face, she wears a golden hairpin.

In the warmth of the lotus-patterned curtains, the spring night passes too soon."

"The spring night is short, and the sun rises early,

From now on, the king will no longer rush to morning court."

On the spacious and soft bed, a man murmurs two lines from a hometown poem, a slight smile on his lips as if savoring the words.

He looks at the two jade-like faces on either side, each bearing fatigue and contentment. Luo Chen smiles slightly, gently pushing away the slippery arm resting on his chest and lifting the plump thigh pressing down on him. He slowly sits up.

Trying not to disturb the two women, Luo Chen covers them with a thin blanket before getting out of bed.

He casually throws on a silk robe, letting his hair fall loosely behind him, and walks barefoot out of this haven of comfort.

As he walks, the cold floor tiles gradually bring Luo Chen back to his senses.

Reaching the mountain peak, thin fog and thick clouds drift with the morning mountain breeze, constantly coming and going.

Luo Chen disperses his divine sense, silently covering Hundred Mile Green River with a gentle and nurturing presence.

It is still early.

But within Luo Tian Sect, many cultivators have already begun their daily activities.

Some prepare meals in the logistics area, some stretch their bodies and engage in physical training, and another group of cultivators voluntarily start cleaning up the mess left from yesterday's grand ceremony.

Overall, two words stand out: relaxation and recovery!

The previous sense of urgency that loomed over everyone's heads at all times has now dissipated.

And all of this is due to Luo Chen's influence.

Although Hundred Mile Green River is small, and Luo Tian Sect is not large, under this relaxed pace, a vibrant and thriving atmosphere gradually emerges.

Luo Chen slowly retracts his divine sense, a satisfied smile appearing on his face.

This is exactly what he wants to see.

The current Luo Tian Sect is truly in a delicate situation.

However, some matters still need to be instructed.

He waits for a moment at the peak of Great Green Mountain before seeing a figure riding the clouds upwards.

Wearing an elegant hat and a broad belt, with a coiled dragon sword hanging at his waist.

It is none other than Li Yingzhang, the current Sect Master of Luo Tian Sect!

"Li Yingzhang pays his respects to the Supreme Elder!"

Li Yingzhang respectfully greets Luo Chen, his demeanor impeccable.

Luo Chen pays no heed to such formalities and smiles, saying, "I called you here for no particular reason, just to entrust you with some matters."

Li Yingzhang's expression turns solemn, listening attentively.

Luo Chen paces as he speaks slowly.

"In the future, Luo Tian Sect needs to rest and recover. Golden Core cultivators should consolidate their cultivation and heal their bodies. It's time to treat the hidden injuries accumulated over the years from cultivation. Foundation Establishment cultivators should focus on building a solid foundation and mastering their techniques, preparing for their breakthrough to the Golden Core stage. Don't worry about pill resources; I can fully support you in this regard. As for the younger cultivators, select those with potential and good character; the sect will support their Foundation Establishment."

"Feng Hua Palace has agreed to Qu Lingjun's return to Luo Tian Sect, and our relationship with them will become even closer. In the future, maintain frequent contact with them."

"White Crane Sect has also formed an alliance with us, and we will stand together in the future. Pay attention to receiving the Spirit Cranes sent by White Crane Sect and prepare the corresponding Spirit Stones."

"Divine Symbol Sect is currently residing in Hundred Beasts Region, and they are performing patrol duties at Ling Tian Pass, right? Their Supreme Elder has agreed to provide me with ten thousand talisman skins, but they will be delivered in batches. Keep an eye on this."

"In the future, many high-level cultivators will likely visit me. Instruct the disciples guarding the mountain to be cautious and not offend these esteemed guests."

"There's no rush for the patrol duties at Ling Tian Pass. The City Lord of Ling Tian has granted us an extension, and I will personally lead a team there when the time comes."

"Regarding the sect..."

Luo Chen continues, each matter finding its way into Li Yingzhang's ears.

Although somewhat tedious, Li Yingzhang remembers everything clearly.

In his heart, he can't help but marvel at Luo Chen's abilities. In such a short time since his return, he has completely turned around the precarious situation of Luo Tian Sect.

Not only have they stabilized their position in Windflower Region, but they have also gained the friendship of old-established sects like White Crane Sect and Divine Symbol Sect.

These are achievements that they could never have accomplished, no matter how hard they tried or how fiercely they fought.

Of course, while listening, as the current Sect Master, Li Yingzhang feels it necessary to raise some potential issues.

"Currently, Qi Yi is in charge of the Pill Division, and with Qu Lingjun's return, how should we arrange things?"

Luo Chen calmly replies, "He won't be involved in the Pill Division. Allow him to choose a place for secluded cultivation."

Li Yingzhang is taken aback. Although Qi Yi's cultivation has surpassed Qu Lingjun, in the art of pill refinement, Qu Lingjun, who has received Luo Chen's true teachings, is still far superior to Qi Yi. Logically, with Qu Lingjun's return, he should continue to lead the Pill Division.

Especially in recent years, Qu Lingjun's loyalty to Luo Tian Sect has been proven.

"Supreme Elder, isn't this approach a bit..."

"Just follow my instructions!"

"Yes!"

Li Yingzhang dares not argue and quickly changes the topic.

"White Crane Sect's Spirit Cranes are renowned, not only for their swift flight but also for their understanding of human nature. It's great that you can get them to sell them to us, but regarding Spirit Stones, our sect is currently in a tight financial situation."

Luo Chen is slightly surprised.

After further inquiry, he learns about Luo Tian Sect's current financial predicament.

Nine Golden Core cultivators and two Tier 3 Body Tempering experts, along with dozens of Foundation Establishment True Cultivators, had nearly exhausted all of Luo Tian Sect's resources.

All the hard-earned gains from years of battles were also poured into this endeavor.

Otherwise, Luo Chen's Incarnation Ceremony yesterday would not have been so "frugal."

Now, to come up with the spirit stones to purchase fifty Spirit Cranes, Li Yingzhang was truly in a predicament, like a skilled cook with no ingredients.

This problem would not have been significant if it had occurred before Luo Chen left the Northern Sea.

Back then, he was worth hundreds of millions and did not care about spirit stones.

However, after several transactions where he exchanged spirit stones for a large number of cultivation resources, he was now left penniless.

He did have a few top-grade spirit stones, but using them to buy Spirit Cranes would be a waste.

Moreover, the lack of spirit stones was just a surface-level issue.

The deeper problem was that Luo Tian Sect currently had no stable source of income!

In these chaotic times, everyone was struggling to survive, and only a few sects like the Divine Symbol Sect could maintain a steady flow of wealth.

After some thought, Luo Chen came up with a solution.

"For now, we'll accept the Spirit Cranes from the White Crane Sect, and as for the spirit stones... we'll owe them!"

"Let's get through this period. Luo Tian Sect has the advantage of a small number of people, which means a united front. Everyone, tighten your belts, and we'll improve bit by bit later."

Li Yingzhang never expected Luo Chen's solution to be like this.

But since Luo Chen had spoken, he accepted it. At most, he would have to be thick-skinned when it came time to repay the debt.

Before leaving, Luo Chen added, "Make sure that all Foundation Establishment cultivators and outstanding disciples in the later stages of Qi Condensation learn the most basic beast taming techniques!"

...

After finishing these tasks, the sun was already high in the sky.

The Feng Hua Region was generally cold, and Bai Li Qingchuan had not managed it well nor set up any temperature-regulating arrays. When Luo Chen returned to the simply constructed palace, he could still feel the cold air swirling in the air.

Fortunately, the rising sun brought some warmth to this chilly late autumn.

Inside the hall, there was a rustling sound.

Luo Chen entered, and two pairs of eyes turned to look at him, then shyly looked away.

It was indeed somewhat absurd for three people to sleep together under one blanket.

Especially since the two women did not get along well on the surface.

Luo Chen smiled slightly and spoke directly, "Caiyi!"

Gu Caiyi lifted her head and looked at Luo Chen.

A jade slip flew in front of her.

"You don't need to concern yourself with sect affairs. Go into closed-door meditation and consolidate your cultivation. The jade slip contains my revised Dust Essence Technique, which is no longer limited to condensing the Golden Core and will greatly benefit your cultivation."

Gu Caiyi excitedly took the jade slip.

"Also, do you have any ideas for your innate treasure?"

Gu Caiyi nodded quickly. Among the Golden Core cultivators of Luo Tian Sect, Fu Jiusheng Chu Kui had already condensed his core, and his innate treasure was also prepared.

Li Yingzhang's innate treasure was the family heirloom, the Chi Dragon Sword.

Even Yang Pingdu, who had joined Luo Tian Sect later, had a suitable treasure from the Wanxiang Sect.

Only Gu Caiyi's treasure was not suitable for her cultivation.

"Husband, I want a treasure that excels in both offense and defense. The best would be a red silk flying sleeve, or a long whip with a silk scarf. A flying sword would be the next best option."

After saying this, she sighed.

"Unfortunately, these treasures are quite niche. Even if I occasionally find one, it often retains a large number of imprints from the original owner and is not suitable for my cultivation."

Luo Chen smiled, "It's fine. After some time, I'll personally refine one for you."

Gu Caiyi's eyes widened, not quite understanding his words.

Could her husband also refine treasures?

Luo Chen turned to Sima Hui'niang, "Hui'niang, in the coming days, please move around the sect more and assist Li Yingzhang. He has only recently taken over as the sect leader and may not be familiar with related matters, even with his abilities. Yao Mingyue is about to enter closed-door cultivation to break through to the Golden Core stage, so we can only rely on you."

Sima Hui'niang nodded in agreement.

From start to finish, Luo Chen did not mention her cultivation.

Without resolving the Lingxi Gu in her body, Sima Hui'niang could not cultivate lightly, as it would be easy for things to go wrong.

"Next, I'll refine a batch of Incarnation Pills for the Divine Symbol Sect!"

The two women's expressions changed, and they looked at Luo Chen with curiosity.

Luo Chen smiled confidently, "The difficulty of refining this pill is nothing to me, but if I can successfully refine it, it will be a significant event for me, the Divine Symbol Sect, Luo Tian Sect, and even the entire Eastern Wilderness cultivation world! So, we must not delay."

Sima Hui'niang seemed to understand, "Husband, you want to use this opportunity to solidify your reputation as a Grand Master of Pill Dao, making the Eastern Wilderness' strong cultivators take you seriously, right?"

"Hui'niang understands me!"

Luo Chen smiled and stretched out his hand, grasping the earth.

The Universe Cauldron, which he had secretly buried in the Great Green Mountain as the array's core to suppress the Incarnation Ceremony, quickly shrunk and flew towards him.

No matter how grand my previous words were, they are just empty talk without proof. Only when I truly refine a fourth-grade pill will those Nascent Soul True Cultivators believe in my abilities!"

"At that time, with my Pill Dao's peerless methods and extensive connections, friends will be everywhere in the Eastern Wastelands."

"Even the Mingyuan Sect...won't dare to do anything to me!"

Luo Chen took a deep breath, his eyes filled with determination.

This was the method he planned to use to deal with the Mingyuan Sect's questioning.

Using his renowned reputation as a foundation and his pill refinement techniques as capital, even if the news of his past service to the Cangwu Mountain's demon race were exposed, the Mingyuan Sect wouldn't easily kill him.

After all, a Golden Core realm pill refinement master and a Nascent Soul period Pill Dao Grand Master were two different concepts.

Especially since the Mingyuan Sect had lost a figure like the Pill Saint.

For Luo Chen, this was merely a repetition of his old tricks, simply utilizing the weapon of "reputation."

After explaining the major issues, Luo Chen didn't indulge in the comforts of the boudoir but instead began preparing to refine the Incarnation Pill.

As he was about to leave, Sima Hui'niang wanted to speak but stopped herself, ultimately saying nothing.

Gu Caiyi, who had finished packing, witnessed this scene.

"Why didn't you mention that wretch's matter?"

Sima Hui'niang lowered her head, "My husband is very busy now, and I don't want to distract him."

Gu Caiyi coldly said, "So, have you decided? Kill or release?"

"Releasing him is definitely not an option. But to kill him..." Sima Hui'niang pursed her lips, her eyes revealing a pained expression, "He is still my younger brother!"

Gu Caiyi furrowed her brows, "But he betrayed the Luo Tian Sect."

Sima Hui'niang spoke in a low voice, "It was I who wronged him first."

"You weren't this soft-hearted and lenient before!"

"I am no longer the Sect Master of the Luo Tian Sect!"

Gu Caiyi shook her head; this matter was indeed difficult to decide.

Before leaving, she hesitated for a moment but eventually said, "Do as you see fit. Your husband brought Sima Wenjie back but didn't pay any attention to him, clearly leaving everything to you to handle. No matter what, he won't blame you."

Sima Hui'niang opened her mouth, but in the end, she lowered her head.

...

Three days later.

Three figures entered the underground prison beneath Daqing Mountain together.

Sima Wenjie saw the three of them.

Li Yingzhang, Min Longyu, and his elder sister.

He knew that his judgment had finally arrived.

For some reason, the previous anxiety and fear in his heart calmed down at this moment.

Under the illumination of the night pearl lamp, Sima Hui'niang's face, now restored to its rosy complexion, made his heart feel even more at ease.

Because of this face, because of the previous grand ceremony of the Luo Tian Sect, he realized that his sister's steadfastness was right, and his wavering was wrong.

Since this was the case, then everything that happened before was his own fault.

Sima Wenjie didn't beg for mercy but smiled and said, "Second Sister, he cured you, and you look even more beautiful than before."

Sima Hui'niang pursed her lips, her body trembling slightly, and finally nodded to Min Longyu.

"I'm troubling you."

Min Longyu tugged at the corner of his mouth, "Leave it to me; it will only take some time."

Sima Hui'niang took one last look at her younger brother and then left the prison with Li Yingzhang.

After they left, a suppressed, low, and painful roar echoed from inside.

Hearing that voice, the woman covered her mouth.

Li Yingzhang sighed, "He has reached the Golden Core realm, so disabling him would be more cruel than killing him! If it were me, I'd rather give him a quick death."

Sima Hui'niang lowered her head, her expression unseen.

"I am no longer the Sect Master."

Doesn't being a sect leader mean you can't wield thunderous methods? Li Yingzhang looked at the woman's desolate figure, vaguely understanding that her current identity was the Dao companion of the Grand Palace Master, the elder sister of the man enduring the pill refinement array inside, and no longer the sect leader who could put the sect's interests first and ruthlessly eliminate her own kin.

After some thought, Li Yingzhang said, "I'll arrange a job for him within the sect. Surviving and living out his days is not a problem. How about the task of sweeping and cleaning the Scripture Pavilion?"

Sima Hui'niang was stunned for a moment and then slowly nodded.

"Thank you!"

The Scripture Pavilion, the place guarded by Wang Yuan.

There were the fewest people there, the most peaceful environment, and no one would point fingers at him. With Wang Yuan watching over, the disabled Sima Wenjie wouldn't be able to cause any more trouble.

This was already the best outcome for him.

Li Yingzhang calmly accepted this gratitude. He wouldn't do something like 'new broom sweeps clean,' but selling a favor wasn't a bad thing.

Moreover, didn't this matter have Luo Chen's tacit approval?

Walking in the dark and damp passageway, as they faintly saw the light of day, Li Yingzhang suddenly said, "Tomorrow, Qu Lingjun should also be back!"

...

Yes, everything had returned.

Unexpectedly, when Qu Lingjun returned, he wasn't alone.

His Dao companion, Meng Qin'er, accompanied him on the journey.

(End of Chapter)

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