None of the solemnity, tension, or even jealousy Gu He had expected appeared on Xiao Qing's face.
That attitude of completely disregarding him made a surge of nameless anger erupt within the ever-proud Gu He.
Damn it!
Gu He's face flushed slightly, and his grip on the pill formula unconsciously tightened.
He had never suffered such contempt before!
Others had always looked up to him, Gu He. When had anyone ever ignored him like this?
The stifling feeling made him incredibly uncomfortable.
Gu He forcibly suppressed the anger in his heart, knowing this was not the time to act on impulse.
He let out a heavy snort, turned around, and began preparing for his own refinement.
Yet his taut back revealed the unrest in Gu He's heart.
On the viewing platform, Mite'er Tengshan and Hai Bodong, led by attendants, arrived at the VIP seats specially prepared for them.
The view here was excellent, overlooking the entire plaza.
Fa Ma, president of the Alchemist Guild, sat upright in the seat of honor. His aged face held both gratification and emotion as he eagerly watched the youthful yet nervous faces below.
Once upon a time, he too had been one among countless others, striving for dreams and glory.
"President Fa Ma, it has been a long time. You are as impressive as ever!"
Mite'er Tengshan stepped forward with a smile, his plump face covered in the genial smile typical of a businessman.
Hearing this, Fa Ma turned his head and smiled kindly. "Patriarch Teng Shan, I trust you have been well! You are a busy man. Your presence here today brings great honor to our Alchemist Guild."
Fa Ma's gaze then passed over Mite'er Tengshan and landed on the cold figure behind him. Genuine surprise and delight flashed through his eyes.