He knew that the monstrous talent he had displayed still seemed difficult for others to accept. So he had prepared an explanation in advance—one that would not seem unreasonable, yet could not be verified.
"So that was it. It seems Gate Master Yang had some fortuitous encounters in his early years."
"That is perfectly normal. Who can live that long without a few opportunities of their own? It is clear that the alchemy manual must have been a profound and extensive treasure. But opportunity is one thing; Gate Master Yang's comprehension is exceptional, which is why he could reach this point. After all, possessing the standards of an Earth-grade Alchemist is not something a single book can accomplish."
"Exactly. If that manual were given to me, I might not necessarily be able to achieve what Gate Master Yang has."
As everyone discussed it and more or less sorted out the entire matter, they were still shocked, but no longer as stunned as they had been at the beginning.
Huo Fengxing also came to a sudden realization and said with a laugh, "Little friend, your talent truly makes people envious. If you have the chance, you must come visit my Changfeng Main City."
Seeing Yang Chen become such a prized morsel, and hearing Huo Fengxing's enthusiastic invitation, Ruan Jinling said calmly, "Young Master Yang will certainly visit Changfeng Main City often on behalf of the Eastern Emperor Sect!"
The meaning behind her words could not have been clearer: Yang Chen belonged to the Eastern Emperor Sect.
Huo Fengxing raised his brows, then sighed. It seemed the rumors were indeed true—Yang Chen had already joined forces with the Eastern Emperor Sect. And from the looks of it, in order to win over this genius, Saintess Jinling had even offered herself up.
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