"Hehe, can't I come looking for you if there's nothing wrong?"
The Head of the Alchemy Department set down the quill in his hand, looked up at Bai Ge, and said with a chuckle.
"You can certainly come looking for me, but I only just got back. I've been worn out from the journey and haven't even had a chance to rest. You were in such a hurry to summon me here, so there must be something."
Bai Ge casually pulled over a chair, sat down, and said leisurely.
"You certainly don't look worn out from traveling."
The Head of the Alchemy Department laughed helplessly.
"Alright, I really do have something to discuss with you. This year's Inner Disciple Selection Competition is about to begin. Do you want to participate?"
"The Inner Disciple Selection Competition? The competition for entering the Inner Academy?"
Hearing the Head of the Alchemy Department's words, Bai Ge seemed to realize something. He abruptly sat up straight and asked.
"That's right, it's that Inner Disciple Selection Competition. I reckon quite a few talented youngsters will be taking part this year. If our Alchemist Department wants to win this competition, I feel we'll have to rely on you."
The Head of the Alchemy Department stroked his snow-white beard and smiled.
"Mm, don't worry. I'll participate."
Bai Ge pondered for a moment before agreeing.
The Inner Disciple Selection Competition was hardly a challenge for him. It made no difference whether he participated this year or next, but since the Head of the Alchemy Department had brought it up, he might as well join this year.
"Good! Oh, and congratulations on winning the championship at the Jia Ma Empire Alchemist Guild. I heard from Xiao Yan that two foreign fourth-tier alchemists attended your Alchemist Convention this year. If not