May I Give It a Try?

In the courtyard, everyone stood facing one another. After a moment of silence, Lin Feng was the first to speak.

"My apologies, everyone. After what happened today, I truly have no mood to continue the banquet."

"Mr. Lin Feng, it was my Misty Cloud Sect that failed in its supervision this time. Once I return, this old man will certainly petition the Sect Leader and give Mr. Lin Feng an explanation."

After discreetly sweeping his gaze over everyone's expressions, Yun Ling adopted a humble posture and was the first to respond.

It was no wonder he acted this way. If his guess was correct, once news of Lin Feng's exclusive pill spread, Lin Feng's status would leave a profound mark upon the entire Jia Ma Empire—no, perhaps even the entire Dou Qi Continent.

A pill capable of lowering the requirements for breaking through a major realm by one or two cultivation levels, while not conflicting with advancement pills such as the Three-patterned Azure Spirit Pill—this was simply a major breakthrough in the history of alchemy.

Of course, everyone present was an old fox. Before their clans had stockpiled sufficient quantities, they would all tacitly keep the news sealed.

As for the younger members of their clans accidentally leaking the news after taking the pill—hehe, that would only mean one had underestimated the elite descendants of great clans. And did anyone really think fools would have the chance to take such a pill?

Even if there were no promising descendants among the younger generation, could they not simply raise new ones?

For great clans, unless one's talent was truly heaven-defying, the clan's inheritance would always be the foremost priority.

"Grand Elder Yun Ling need not take this too much to heart. Although this matter was caused by your sect's guest elder, everyone knows that he merely acted on his own initiative."

Seeing Yun Ling lower himself so much, and since Qing Lin had not suffered any serious harm, Lin Feng generously waved his hand, signaling that Yun Ling need not concern himself over Mo Cheng's matter. Besides, the time to squeeze them dry is when I sell the pills!

"Rest assured, Grand Elder. The Five Elements Pills for your sect will certainly be treated no differently."

His expression trembled slightly. That is exactly what this old man wanted to hear.

"Hahaha, Mr. Lin Feng truly is a young talent. Not only is your talent extraordinary, but your bearing is beyond that of ordinary people as well."

After exchanging a round of polite flattery with Yun Ling, Lin Feng turned and cupped his hands toward Yao Ye, Nalan Jie, and the others. "I have been a poor host today. When there is time another day, I shall properly entertain everyone."

Seeing Lin Feng's gentle expression, with little sign of irritation, everyone understood. Knowing that little Qing Lin was unharmed, they all breathed a sigh of relief.

If Lin Feng came into conflict with the Misty Cloud Sect, they would inevitably have to stand on his side. But opposing the Misty Cloud Sect would truly place enormous pressure on them. Other than the Imperial Family, who genuinely hoped Lin Feng would clash with the Misty Cloud Sect, which of them did not wish for peace and harmony?

"If that is the case, then we shall come trouble Mr. Lin Feng another day." Yao Ye gave a slight curtsy with Yao Yue and smiled faintly. She carried a rather valiant air that was refreshing to behold.

"Hahaha, Mr. Lin Feng, then I shall take my leave as well. I will certainly come calling another day to trouble you. When that time comes, we must have a proper drink together." Seeing this, Mu Chen hurriedly spoke up as well.

"Hahaha, in that case, this old man would not dare remain here alone." Nalan Jie stroked his beard and laughed heartily.

"In this old man's opinion, everyone is near the Imperial Capital, so it is quite convenient to visit one another normally. There is no need to rush over this brief moment." Mitter Tengshan narrowed his eyes slightly and spoke slowly.

The moment he spoke, everyone's faces revealed a trace of envy. This old fellow had helped Lin Feng greatly today. When they had alchemical requests in the future, it would be much easier for him to ask.

In truth, Mitter Tengshan was quite pleased with himself. Today, he had not only obtained news of Hai Bodong for nothing, but had even gained a favor from Lin Feng. It could be said that he had gained the most today, and his smile would not leave his face.

After speaking, everyone departed without lingering any longer.

Strangely, after everyone left, Lin Feng did not return to the residence. Instead, he looked toward a patch of shadow and said calmly, "Old Senior Nalan, you may come out now."

As his words fell, the figure in the shadows did not put on any airs and slowly stepped out. It was Nalan Jie.

"Hahaha, Little Friend Lin Feng truly deserves to be called a Fourth-grade Alchemist. Your senses are formidable indeed. This old man deliberately concealed his aura; even Mu Chen failed to notice that I had returned after leaving."

Nalan Jie slowly approached, his face showing not the slightest embarrassment at being discovered.

"Mr. Lin Feng, to be honest, this old man truly has a favor to ask."

"Since Old Senior Nalan did not mention it earlier, I presume you did not wish for others to know. In that case, let us go inside and discuss it in detail." As he spoke, Lin Feng took the lead in walking into the courtyard.

Nalan Jie stared blankly, seemingly not expecting him to be so decisive, before following him inside.

The two walked through the residence without speaking. One did not know the other's intentions, though since he had come to ask for help, there was no need to be the first to speak.

The other did not know how to begin. Though he had been afflicted by this Burning Poison for only a short time, he had secretly sought out Elder Fa. But the latter had plainly stated that unless an expert who wielded Heavenly Flames acted, or an alchemist of an extremely high grade intervened, there was absolutely no way to cure it.

He had also clearly stated that even though Gu He was one grade higher than him, he would likewise have no solution. Of course, people always clung to a sliver of hope, and Nalan Jie was no exception. Naturally, he had asked Gu He to examine him as well... Yet the result was that his body grew weaker by the day. He had even sent his granddaughter to join the Misty Cloud Sect for the sake of his clan's inheritance.

Nalan Jie, trapped in a countdown toward death, had been utterly despairing. Yet Lin Feng's sudden appearance during this period had given him an enormous surprise.

To be able to nurture a Fourth-grade Alchemist of such an age, Lin Feng's master must surely far surpass Gu He. So long as he could persuade that master to act, this Burning Poison might finally have a solution.

When they reached a pavilion, Lin Feng stopped, turned to Nalan Jie, and said, "Old Senior Nalan, whatever you wish to say, say it here."

"Ah..." Nalan Jie, who had been lowering his head as he organized his thoughts, froze for a moment. He then carefully considered his words before slowly speaking. "Mr. Lin Feng, to be honest, this old man was afflicted by a peculiar Burning Poison half a year ago."

"According to President Fa Ma and President Gu He, this Burning Poison can only be removed by a Seventh-grade Alchemist, or by an alchemist who possesses Heavenly Flames."

Nalan Jie then looked at Lin Feng, a trace of hope appearing in his eyes. "May I ask whether Mr. Lin Feng's master has reached the Seventh Grade?"

Looking at Nalan Jie's pitiful appearance, Lin Feng began to ponder. I wonder whether I can resolve this Burning Poison.

As for the master Nalan Jie spoke of, if Fa Ma were here, he would surely laugh himself silly. After teaching Lin Feng alchemy for many days, he had long learned that Lin Feng had merely been fortunate enough to obtain the legacy left behind by a Fourth-grade Alchemist in his childhood.

"Old Senior Nalan, if Elder Fa's words were correct, then my master's alchemy skills can indeed resolve the problem afflicting you." Lin Feng paused, watching Nalan Jie's expression shift from nervousness to unrestrained delight, before no longer keeping him in suspense.

"However, my master travels across the continent year-round and generally comes to instruct me only once every three years. It has been less than half a year since his last instruction."

A trace of disappointment inevitably appeared on Nalan Jie's face. After all, he did not know whether he could endure another two and a half years. Even if he somehow survived until then, he would likely have lost half his life already.

"Old Senior Nalan, may I give it a try?"