At the Grand Elder's final announcement, Old Monster Hou's face immediately turned pale and green by turns. He had battled Old Yao for years and had originally believed that he could now surpass him. Yet cruel reality told him that even a disciple taught by Old Yao could easily defeat him in alchemy...
"Hehe, congratulations, Old Yao."
Xuan Kongzi clasped his hands toward Old Yao and laughed.
"Old fellow, you taught an incredible disciple. This Xiao Yan has probably surpassed his master already, hasn't he?"
Hearing the congratulations from all around, Old Yao's smile nearly split his face. Xiao Yan's performance today brought him even more pride than if he had won personally. At their age, their competitive spirits had weakened considerably. Instead, they took greater pleasure in nurturing disciples and passing all their skills on to them.
When they saw their disciples achieve such accomplishments, they naturally felt immense satisfaction as teachers.
"Hmph..."
Seeing Old Yao's beaming expression, Old Monster Hou felt utterly stifled. He fiercely flicked his sleeve and turned to leave in anger.
On the stone platform, the Grand Elder looked at Xiao Yan, a faint smile appearing on his aged face. Although Xiao Yan was many times younger than him, age was unimportant in the Central Continent. What mattered was strength. Whether in Dou Qi cultivation or alchemy, Xiao Yan was worthy of being treated as his equal.
"Xiao Yan, from today onward, you shall be an elder of the Lesser Pill Tower. You and Yao Chen, come with me. It is time for us to discuss the matter you mentioned."
Xiao Yan was quietly delighted upon hearing this. He hurriedly clasped his hands and nodded. His purpose in coming to the Lesser Pill Tower this time had been the alliance. If not for that crucial