Yang Wudi and Bai He Join Up

The Bai He was taken aback.

Yang Wudi's brows furrowed even more.

Seeing that they remained silent, Tai Tan continued:

"As you all know, our Four Clans have had a tough time these past few years."

"After the Clear Sky Sect closed down, we were like orphans, drifting aimlessly."

"The Old Rhino's Defense Clan is somewhat better, after all, they have skills."

"But the Old White Bird's Speed Clan ..." He glanced at the Bai He, then stopped speaking.

Bai He's expression was rather unpleasant.

The Speed Clan's situation is indeed the worst among the Four Clans.

These past few years have been quite difficult; the clan members haven't even been able to gather enough basic cultivation resources.

Tai Tan continued:

"The Old Goat's Breaking Clan, though stronger than the Old White Bird, isn't much better. Our Four Clans have been going their separate ways these past few years, none of us helping each other. Now that the Old Rhino and I have joined the Beichen Academy, our lives are finally settled. We thought we couldn't leave you two old brothers behind."

Upon hearing this, Yang Wudi fell silent.

The Bai He also fell silent.

Tai Tan is right.

These Four Clans have indeed suffered greatly over the years. After the Clear Sky Sect closed its doors, these affiliated sects were like abandoned children, with no one caring for them or asking about them.

The Strength Clan is barely able to survive thanks to the craftsmanship of the Tai Tan.

The Defense Clan managed to make a decent living thanks to their construction skills.

The Breaking Clan made a good living through alchemy.

But the Speed Clan was not so lucky.

Bai He raised her head and looked at Fu Shiyan, a complex light flashing in her eyes.

He opened his mouth as if to say something, but no words came out.

Fu Shiyan looked at them, smiled slightly, and said:

"Chief Bai He Crane, the Speed Clan is known for its speed, giving them a unique advantage in intelligence gathering and battlefield reconnaissance."

"Beichen Academy is currently lacking a teacher in charge of agility-based attacks. If Chief Bai He is willing to take the position, the Academy's doors are always open for you."

Upon hearing this, the Bai He's eyes suddenly lit up.

His lips moved, his voice trembling slightly:

"Your Majesty... is this truly the truth?"

Fu Shiyan nodded:

"Naturally true."

Bai He took a deep breath and bowed deeply to Fu Shiyan:

"Thank you, Your Majesty! Bai He... Bai He is willing!"

Tai Tan laughed heartily from the side:

"Old White Bird, you're right!"

The Bai He straightened up, and a smile finally appeared on its face.

He's been so tired these past few years.

The Speed Clan, numbering several hundred, depended on him alone.

He struggled to keep going, but life only got harder. Now, finally, a way out has appeared.

Yang Wudi stood aside, watching Bai He's relieved expression, his heart filled with mixed feelings.

He was silent for a moment, then looked up at Fu Shiyan and asked:

"Your His Excellency Tianqing, what would happen if I refused?"

His voice was calm, but his hand gripping the armrest was unusually tight.

Fu Shiyan looked at him, but did not answer his question. She simply smiled and said:

"Clan Chief Yang, the Beichen Fu Clan of Beichen is currently lacking someone to oversee our Medicine Hall."

Yang Wudi was taken aback:

"Medicine Hall?"

Fu Shiyan nodded and took out a jade bottle from her sleeve.

The jade bottle was entirely white, and its mouth was sealed with wax, making it impossible to see what was inside.

He placed the jade bottle on the table and gently pushed it forward:

"These are pills refined by my family. I've heard that Clan Chief Yang is passionate about herbal medicine; may I have the opportunity to sample them?"

Yang Wudi looked at the jade bottle, hesitated for a moment, and then reached out and picked it up.

He uncorked the bottle—

A strange medicinal fragrance instantly filled the air!

The aroma of the medicine was rich but not pungent, Qing Ya but not bland, like a gentle spring breeze that lightly brushed past the noses of everyone present.

Bai He took a deep breath and felt refreshed. Tai Tan and Niu Gao exchanged a glance, their eyes flashing with surprise.

Yang Wudi's pupils suddenly contracted!

He brought the bottle to his nose, took a deep breath, then closed his eyes, a look of near ecstasy on his face.

His expression contained shock, fascination, and an indescribable ecstasy.

"Excellent... excellent!!"

His voice was trembling:

"That's simply incredible! How... how did they do that?"

He brought the bottle opening close to his nose, took a deep breath, and muttered to himself:

"I smelled Nine-Heart Orchid, Snake-Tongue Grass, and Eight-Treasure Ganoderma... but Snake-Tongue Grass and Nine-Heart Orchid have conflicting medicinal properties, how could they blend together so perfectly? This... this is impossible!"

He suddenly opened his eyes, looked at Fu Shiyan, his eyes filled with disbelief:

"Your His Excellency Tianqing, how was this medicine... refined?"

Fu Shiyan smiled slightly:

"This is precisely the Alchemy Dao passed down in my family."

"The Alchemy Dao?"

Yang Wudi was stunned.

Fu Shiyan nodded and began to speak.

He started by discussing the selection of medicinal materials, the interaction of their properties, the control of the heat, and the proportions and blending of various medicinal materials in the prescription.

His voice was calm and unhurried, clear and logical, explaining each point of knowledge in a simple and easy-to-understand way, yet it contained endless mysteries.

Yang Wudi became increasingly engrossed in listening, yet also increasingly alarmed.

He had never heard of these theories before, yet every single one of them gave him a sense of sudden enlightenment. Like a dried-up sponge, he frantically absorbed every word Fu Shiyan spoke.

Bai He, Tai Tan, and Niu Gao exchanged bewildered glances. They couldn't understand these profound theories, but seeing Yang Wudi's entranced expression, they all knew that this His Excellency Tianqing truly possessed genuine talent and learning.

After a while.

Yang Wudi slapped his thigh suddenly, his voice booming:

"Wonderful! Absolutely wonderful!!"

His eyes shone with an alarming intensity, and the coldness on his face had vanished, replaced by an almost fanatical excitement.

"Your Majesty, these theories... where did these theories come from? I have studied herbs for decades and have never heard of such ingenious theories! This is simply... it is simply..."

He was so excited he couldn't speak.

Looking at him like this, Fu Shiyan's lips curled up slightly, a hint of amusement flashing in her eyes. She knew the time had come.

"Clan Chief Yang," his voice was gentle, "Would you be willing to join my Beichen Fu Clan and explore the path of alchemy together?"

Yang Wudi suddenly raised his head, his eyes filled with disbelief:

"Your Majesty... you mean... I can..."

Fu Shiyan nodded:

"The Medicine Hall needs someone who is an expert in herbal medicine to oversee it. If Chief Yang is willing, he can join us at any time."

Yang Wudi took a deep breath, suddenly stood up, slammed his hand on the table, and said in a loud voice:

"Yes! Absolutely!!"

His eyes were filled with excitement and anticipation as he looked at Fu Shiyan, his voice trembling.

"Young Master, when shall we depart?"

Upon hearing this, Tai Tan and Niu Gao exchanged a glance and both laughed. Bai He also laughed.

Yang Wudi then realized what he had said, his face flushed red, but he quickly straightened his back, looking like he was saying, "I've already said it, what else can you do?"

Fu Shiyan smiled and shook her head:

"No rush. After the gathering of the Four Clans concludes, Clan Chief Yang can first arrange clan affairs before heading to the Beichen Academy."

Yang Wudi nodded repeatedly:

"Alright! Alright! We'll do as you say, Young Master!"

He sat down again, unable to stop smiling.

Tai Tan, seeing his appearance, couldn't help but tease him:

"Old Goat, you were so reluctant just now, but now you call the Young Master more affectionately than anyone else."

Yang Wudi glared at him:

"Mind your own business!"

Everyone burst into laughter again.