Ke Lei's face turned green, then white with anger at Xiao Yu's words, but he soon sneered. "I hope your alchemy skills are as impressive as your mouth!"
"I've invited the Alchemist Guild's president, Master Bulin, to personally assess you for Tier-Two Alchemist certification. President Bulin is a Tier-Four Alchemist, so don't think you can pull any tricks here!" Ke Lei snorted.
As they spoke, laughter and conversation drifted down from the second floor. A group was coming down the stairs, led by two elderly men. One of them was presumably Master Bulin, president of the Alchemist Guild!
After Bulin came downstairs with Otto and the others, they spotted the few people standing in the hall. Lin Fei and Xue Mei immediately noticed Xiao Yu as well. His tall, upright figure, handsome features, and otherworldly aura naturally drew attention—especially with someone like Ke Lei, who looked like a landmine, standing beside him for comparison!
As the saying went, it wasn't that I was outstanding—it was all thanks to my peers making me look good!
The moment Ke Lei saw Bulin, he hurried over and bowed. "President Bulin, I am Ke Lei, a Tier-Two Alchemist of the guild!"
A faint smile appeared on Bulin's aged face. "Good. I've heard of you. You have decent talent, so work hard and contribute more to the guild!"
Hearing Bulin's praise, Ke Lei was so delighted that his tiny eyes nearly vanished. His invisible tail practically shot into the sky as he smugly glanced at Xiao Yu. Xiao Yi Xian, however, gave a soft snort. "Make sure you show him what you're made of later!"
Xiao Yu could not help laughing. "Why are you getting worked up with him?"
Xiao Yi Xian huffed angrily. "Because he keeps making things difficult for you. You have to