Yao Chen revealed himself

"Today's harvest has been truly great; I feel like I've almost reached the threshold of the Sixth Rank. Many thanks to Master Xiao Ming."

"You can't just shut yourself away and work on alchemy. We're just having an equal discussion, so there's no need for Guild Master Fa Ma to thank me." Fa Ma was able to reach the threshold of Grade Six Alchemist mainly because of his own profound accumulation of knowledge. Without that accumulation, Xiao Ming knew that no matter how much he talked, it wouldn't make any difference.

If one were to assume that he had done Fa Ma some great favor, akin to giving him a second life, and then become complacent, that would be somewhat problematic, and not in line with Xiao Ming's style.

"Not at all, Master Xiao Ming has been a great help to me. Alright, it's about time, I won't bother you any longer today. No need to see me off, farewell."

"President Fa Ma, take care."

Fa Ma slowly left the hall, leaving Xiao Yan sitting there, showing no intention of getting up.

Xiao Ming merely glanced at it indifferently, then returned to his original seat, took a sip of tea, and then spoke.

Should I call you Yan Xiao, or Xiao Yan?

Xiao Yan was taken aback upon hearing this, then smiled wryly and said, "I knew I couldn't hide it from you."

He then dipped his fingers in tea, gently brushed them across his neck, and then lightly peeled off a piece of skin.

The skin peeled off, and the ordinary appearance disappeared, replaced by a delicate face.

Compared to Xiao Yan a few years ago, his skin is now much darker, and his face shows signs of vicissitude, suggesting that he has experienced a lot over the years.

Seeing that Xiao Yan had removed the Human Skin Mask, Xiao Ming nodded slightly, and then asked.

When did you come to the Imperial Capital?

Not long ago.

"Did you come here for the Three-Year Agreement?"

"Hmm." Upon hearing Xiao Ming the Three-Year Agreement, Xiao Yan's expression darkened slightly, then he nodded in agreement.

"It's been a few years, and your strength has improved rapidly. However, you're only Seven-Star Dou Shi now, while Na Lan Yan Ran's level is much higher than yours." Xiao Ming casually revealed this information to Xiao Yan.

Na Lan Yan Ran just arrived today. Although she wears a treasure that can block others' Spiritual Power from probing her, Xiao Ming can still sense that her strength is no less than that of Da Dou Shi.

It can be said that Misty Cloud Sect has been providing a lot of resources to this Young Sect Master over the years, and Na Lan Yan Ran's Aura does not seem unstable, indicating that she is not someone who has been forcibly raised to a higher level by pills.

With Xiao Yan's current strength, it would be very difficult for him to defeat Na Lan Yan Ran without relying on Old Man Yao and the Heavenly Flames.

Upon hearing Xiao Ming mention Na Lan Yan Ran, Xiao Yan couldn't help but clench his fist.

"Thank you for telling me this. However, this month is enough time for me to improve my strength a bit more." The Old Man Yao had already told him that he would refine Three-Pattern Azure Spirit Pill for him.

Once he consumes that, he can leap to the rank of Da Dou Shi, but right now he's still gathering the necessary materials.

Xiao Ming guessed that it was probably Old Man Yao who would refine pills for Xiao Yan.

He immediately said, "Is your reliance the Soul Body within your Na Ring?"

"Aren't you going to invite him out?"

"This..." Xiao Yan suddenly stood up upon hearing this.

"Xiao Yan, don't be surprised. Didn't I tell you long ago that your cousin discovered me a long time ago?" At this moment, a faint light flashed on the ring, and an old man with a phantom-like figure and white hair and beard floated out, his gaze towards Xiao Ming revealing an undisguised look of amazement.

Xiao Ming's Soul Power was at the Mortal Realm Perfection. If it weren't for being blocked by Spirit Qi, he should have already entered the Ling Realm.

Old Man Yao wanted to avoid being discovered, he had no choice but to hide himself properly in his Bone Flame Ring.

But just now, Old Man Yao dared to openly communicate with Xiao Yan telepathically in front of Xiao Yan Xiao Ming.

It was entirely because Xiao Ming had already discovered him.

Since Xiao Ming and Xiao Yan are of the same clan, Old Man Yao doesn't need to worry about being exposed.

After all, in Old Man Yao's view, Xiao Ming and Xiao Yan didn't seem to have any conflicts.

Seeing this, Xiao Yi Xian looked at Old Man Yao with some curiosity.

The Venerable Tian Huo is now also Soul Body. I wonder if the person in front of me is stronger than the Venerable Tian Huo.

"What? Xiao Ming already knew? Teacher, why didn't you tell me sooner?" Seeing that Xiao Ming didn't deny it, Xiao Yan said speechlessly. He had always regarded Old Man Yao as his second biggest secret.

I didn't expect Xiao Ming to have known all along.

Don't ask what the biggest secret is; the answer is his identity as a transmigrator. Although Xiao Yan has somewhat forgotten about that blue planet over the years, it is indeed his biggest secret.

However, he didn't know that Xiao Ming also knew this secret.

"You didn't ask either." Old Man Yao shrugged, giving Xiao Yan a perfunctory reply, then his sharp gaze fell on Xiao Ming.

"You've ignored me before, but you suddenly called me out today. Is there something you need?" The Old Man Yao was still sharp-minded. He knew that Xiao Ming wouldn't call him out for no reason, which suited him perfectly, as he also had something to discuss with Xiao Ming.

To be precise, we were looking for the White Clothed Woman next to Xiao Ming.

Upon hearing the Old Man Yao's question, Xiao Ming chuckled softly but did not choose to answer immediately. Instead, he changed the subject.

"Senior, you must be an Alchemist, right? May I ask your name?"

The Old Man Yao frowned and pondered for a moment before responding with an air of pride.

"I am Yao Chen, have you ever heard of my name?!"

"So you are the Venerable Yao, known as the Continent's Number One Alchemist. My apologies for not recognizing you sooner." Xiao Ming said, cupping his hands, but his face did not show much surprise.

Xiao Yan was shocked again. Yao Chen hadn't revealed all of his background to Xiao Yan, so Xiao Yan knew his teacher had a powerful background, but he hadn't expected it to be this powerful. He exclaimed excitedly:

"Teacher, I never knew you were so amazing."

"I never imagined that you would know even after I've been dead for so long. You've revealed all my secrets."

"The title of Continent's Number One Alchemist' is untrue; it's just flattery and empty talk." Despite saying this, the Old Man Yao still wore a hint of self-satisfaction on his face.

In terms of skill, he certainly couldn't be the Continent's Number One Alchemist, after all, he had a few old-timers at his door. But there weren't many people who held the title of Continent's Number One Alchemist, and it was quite prestigious to say that.

"Now that you know my background, you must also know that I possess the most advanced Alchemist Heritage in the entire continent."

If you agree to one thing, I can teach you truly High-Grade Alchemy Technique.

Hehe... You've noticed too, haven't you? Without a truly advanced Alchemy Heritage, no matter how outstanding your talent, you'll find it incredibly difficult to progress on the path of Alchemist.

Xiao Ming raised an eyebrow. He hadn't expected that before he could even discuss his deal, the Old Man Yao had already made a request.

However, what the Old Man Yao said was not wrong; without the Alchemist Heritage, it would indeed be difficult to go on.

Didn't you see him running around everywhere in the Simulator trying to break through to the Ling Realm?