Sure Enough, He Had Some Real Skills; Yao Lao Takes a Disciple

Hearing Wang Chen's words, Xiao Yan walked over somewhat reservedly.

"Sit down and don't move."

Wang Chen spoke again, then used his Soul Power to search for Yao Lao's whereabouts with all his might.

Knowing where Yao Lao was hiding, Wang Chen's soul perception ability was basically scanning the Storage Ring in Xiao Yan's hand.

However, Yao Lao truly lived up to his reputation as the number one alchemist on the continent back then. Moreover, he was a top expert who managed to escape even after being betrayed and plotted against by his apprentice and besieged by the Soul Hall experts who had the most restraining Soul Power.

Although their combat prowess may not yet be comparable to that of top-tier experts, their research on the soul is indeed unique.

Wang Chen scanned back and forth with his Soul Power, but he could not detect any trace of Yao Lao.

The Storage Ring in Xiao Yan's hand contained only some broken and tattered items.

Of course, there was also a large, black ruler and a special alchemical cauldron.

Wang Chen couldn't find any prescriptions or elixirs.

This is normal, since when he was ambushed, most of Yao Lao's treasures had already been taken away by the Soul Hall.

Being able to escape alive is already quite an achievement; to think you can take all your resources with you on the run is simply wishful thinking.

After all, the experts of the Soul Hall are not to be underestimated.

"Something's not right. Yao Lao should be inside."

After searching several times without success, Wang Chen frowned.

Seeing the change in Wang Chen's expression, Xiao Zhan and Xiao Yan's hearts also tightened.

However, fearing they might disturb Wang Chen, they remained silent.

"Holy crap! How could I possibly encounter such a top-tier expert!"

Inside the Storage Ring, Yao Lao was also cursing.

He sensed danger when Wang Chen landed at the Xiao Clan's residence.

Therefore, they used methods to hide it from the very beginning.

Now, Xiao Yan has actually delivered him directly to Wang Chen's doorstep. How could he not curse?

It's only because he's lived for so many years that he knows some special skills, and he also has that special heavy ruler in his Storage Ring; otherwise, he would have nowhere to hide by now.

Indeed, this Heavy Xuan Ruler can suppress not only Dou Qi, but also Soul Power to a certain extent.

That's why he was hidden inside the Heavy Xuan Ruler and wasn't discovered by Wang Chen immediately.

But this is only an emergency measure.

That's why the Yao Lao was so anxious.

Unaware of Yao Lao's inner thoughts, Wang Chen was still searching with all his might.

"That's right!"

Wang Chen, who had been searching without success, finally had an idea.

He directly divided his Soul Power into two parts, using them to fully investigate the Heavy Xuan Ruler and the Black Demon Cauldron.

After all, although the space inside this Storage Ring is not small, there aren't many items.

If no problems were found elsewhere, then it must be these two most unusual locations.

"It's here after all!"

Through this investigation, Wang Chen found the problem.

There was nothing unusual inside the Black Demon Cauldron, but traces of a soul could be detected within the Heavy Xuan Ruler.

However, after finding this trace, Wang Chen did not continue exploring, but instead completely withdrew his Soul Power.

After all, if we really bring out the Yao Lao, then we'll truly have a complete falling out.

At this time, Yao Lao had not yet accepted Huohuo as his disciple, and there was no bridge for communication between Wang Chen and him.

To think you can get what you want in exchange is nothing short of wishful thinking.

Having experienced betrayal by his apprentice, the Yao Lao was now extremely wary of the outside world.

Once the other party is exposed, I'm afraid Yao Lao won't waste any more words and will immediately fight Wang Chen to the death.

After all, as a master who has won the title of the number one Alchemist on the continent, you shouldn't assume that the other party is the kind of saint who never kills.

Withdrawing his Soul Power, Wang Chen opened his eyes.

"How is it, cousin?"

Seeing that Wang Chen did not continue investigating, Xiao Yan couldn't help but ask.

"Nothing has been found yet."

However, in my opinion, there is nothing wrong with your body.

When Wang Chen examined Yao Lao before, he also used some of his Soul Power to examine Huohuo's body.

Just as he had expected, Huohuo's body was perfectly fine.

On the contrary, he was much stronger than a person at the Dou Qi Third Stage.

This is normal, since Yao Lao recognized Huohuo's talent and wanted to take Huohuo as his disciple.

I didn't mean to destroy Huohuo.

Having just experienced betrayal, he was a little worried, which is why he took a personality test.

"Here's what you'll do. Take this back and soak it in Medicinal Bath. I'll check on it again in a week."

Wang Chen took out a Jade Bottle from his Storage Ring and handed it to Xiao Yan.

"Just one drop each time, soak for half an hour every day."

"Oh, thank you, cousin."

Unable to find out what was wrong with himself, Xiao Yan was somewhat disappointed.

However, he still thanked his cousin Wang Chen very politely when he saw the things he handed over.

"Xiao Chen, I'm counting on you this time."

Although Xiao Zhan was also very disappointed, he still said...

He then got up to say goodbye to Wang Chen and left the room with Xiao Yan.

Watching Xiao Yan and his son leave, Wang Chen shook his head, not giving it much thought.

The medicinal liquid he gave to Xiao Yan was developed using a diluted version of the Earth Core Tempering Milk Emulsion.

Its quality and energy are comparable to Tier 4 Medicinal Pill.

However, due to the special nature of the technique and the Earth Core Tempering Milk, even those Dou Zhe can absorb it.

For Wang Chen, this thing could only be considered a decent special medicine.

Giving it to Xiao Yan can also be considered an investment.

After all, he's not the kind of person you'd already decided to kill.

Investing in Huohuo will definitely not be a loss.

After leaving Wang Chen's room, Xiao Yan bid farewell to his father and returned directly to his own hut.

Although he hadn't yet figured out why his Dou Qi had plummeted, he was still very happy to have obtained this special potion.

What if he could use this medicine to resume his cultivation?

That's why he ran straight back to his room.

Upon returning to his room, Xiao Yan immediately followed Wang Chen's instructions and began his first special Medicinal Bath.

Seeing the milky white medicinal liquid in the bathtub, Xiao Yan didn't hesitate and immediately took off his clothes and jumped in.

As soon as he jumped in, the energy of the Earth Core Tempering Milk began to strengthen Xiao Yan's body.

Even Xiao Yan could notice this obvious change.

Overjoyed, he immediately began to focus entirely on the Medicinal Bath.

At that moment, Yao Lao's soul perception was also released from Xiao Yan's Storage Ring.

Having been frightened by Wang Chen before, Yao Lao no longer intends to wait.

He planned to take Huohuo as his apprentice first, so that he could at least know in advance if problems arose.

"Earth Core Tempering Milk!"

As soon as he unleashed his Soul Power, Yao Lao was shocked.

This Medicinal Bath actually contained Earth Core Tempering Milk's core.

He simply couldn't believe it.

After all, he was very aware of how rare Earth Core Tempering Milk was.

Moreover, the Earth Core Tempering Milk is not something a mere junior Dou Zhe like myself can absorb.

But the facts are right in front of us.

This Earth Core Tempering Milk, after being specially refined, can actually be absorbed by ordinary people.

Even the Yao Lao was astonished by this ability.

This also strengthened his resolve to take Xiao Yan as his disciple.

With such resources and his guidance, Xiao Yan is bound to achieve great things.

Half an hour later, Xiao Yan also stopped.

Holy crap!!!

As soon as Xiao Yan opened his eyes, he was startled.

Because right before his eyes was a white-bearded spirit, looking just like a ghost.

"Little one, don't be afraid. I'm not a bad person."

Seeing Xiao Yan's shocked expression, Yao Lao also spoke up.

"Who are you?"

Having calmed down, Xiao Yan also asked.

He knew very well that with his Dou Qi Third Stage spirit, he was absolutely no match for this "strange person" in front of him.

Shouting and yelling is absolutely playing with your life.

As a time traveler, his mind was much more mature than that of his peers.

"Very good.

"The main reason I came out this time is to take you as my apprentice."

The Yao Lao didn't hide anything and directly stated his purpose.

After all, the current situation is incomparable to the original plot.

The Yao Lao now also feels a sense of urgency.

"Take me as your disciple?"

Xiao Yan was completely confused by what Yao Lao said.

He was pretending to be a ghost in the middle of the night to scare people, but it turned out he wanted to take me as his disciple.

This is absolutely ridiculous.

Seeing Xiao Yan's distrustful expression, Yao Lao was not disappointed and directly offered a pie in the sky.

"Little one, do you want to become a revered Alchemist across the continent?"

"Alchemist?!"

Xiao Yan, who had been somewhat skeptical just moments before, was now captivated by Yao Lao's words.

After all, Alchemist are extremely prestigious on this continent.

Not only can one gain a lot of cultivation resources, but also a lot of favors and henchmen.

Even the current rise of the Xiao Clan is thanks to Wang Chen being Alchemist.

Under these circumstances, Xiao Yan naturally longed to become Alchemist.

"Can I become Alchemist?"

It wasn't that Xiao Yan lacked confidence, but rather that reality was indeed that cruel.

As someone who couldn't even break through to the Dou Qi Third Stage, he had only fantasized about becoming Alchemist in his dreams.

"Yes, you can do it."

Your elemental attribute is fire with a hint of wood, and your Soul Power is also extremely strong.

"As long as one's Dou Qi cultivation level increases, becoming Alchemist will be a piece of cake."

Upon hearing Yao Lao's words, Xiao Yan, who had been very happy, became dejected.

After all, if he could break through to the Dou Qi Third Stage, he wouldn't be in this terrible state now.

"Don't worry, your Dou Qi cultivation will not regress in the future."

Seeing Xiao Yan's dejected look, Yao Lao knew what he was thinking.

"Um?"

Upon hearing Yao Lao's words, Xiao Yan was stunned for a moment, then immediately flew into a rage.

"Damn it! Your son of a bitch is the one who caused my Dou Qi to regress!"

Enraged, Xiao Yan disregarded everything else and unleashed a torrent of curses.

Over the years, he has suffered greatly because of his declining Dou Qi.

From initial mockery and ridicule to later becoming invisible.

Do you know how I've lived these past four years? Do you even know?!

From a prodigy to a nobody ridiculed by everyone.

The sense of disparity is just too great.

If he weren't a time traveler with a more mature mind...

He would probably have been driven to suicide by these rumors long ago.

Now that the culprit is right in front of him, how could Xiao Yan not be furious?

"Little one, don't be angry."

Since it has already happened, there's no point in getting angry anymore.

I will make it up to you.

"Compensation? What will you offer as compensation?"

Xiao Yan didn't take Yao Lao's words to heart.

After all, if it weren't for Yao Lao's meddling, with his own talent and the resources provided by Wang Chen, he probably would have already taken off.

"I can make you Alchemist."

"Tch! Alchemist?"

Upon hearing Yao Lao's words, Xiao Yan also snorted coldly.

After all, the Xiao Clan now has a cheat code called Wang Chen, who is also an Advanced Alchemist.

Having other options, Xiao Yan wasn't too shocked.

"I can teach you step by step."

Seeing Xiao Yan's expression, and recalling the terrifying Soul Power he had just witnessed, Yao Lao didn't hold back and immediately made his move.

"You? How amazing are you?"

Xiao Yan also asked.

Although he appeared disdainful, he still secretly wanted to extract some benefits from the Yao Lao.

After all, as the Yao Lao said, what happened before has already occurred and cannot be changed.

It would be better to pull out some treasures to make up for it.

Listen up, kid.

I am the Venerable Yao, who holds the title of the number one Alchemist on the continent.

You tell me how amazing I am.

The Yao Lao didn't try to hide anything and directly revealed his reputation.

After all, things are different now than in the original story; Xiao Yan doesn't absolutely need him.

To accept Xiao Yan as a disciple, one would naturally need to demonstrate some real skill.

As expected, Xiao Yan was shocked upon hearing this title.

Your Excellency, this is not just idle talk.

In this Dou Qi Continent, you can't just call out any name you want.

Otherwise, there will definitely be no good outcome.

With years of experience, it was naturally not difficult to fool Xiao Yan, who had not yet traveled.

If Wang Chen hadn't suddenly appeared, Yao Lao probably wouldn't have said so much.

After being persuaded and convinced, Xiao Yan also had the idea of becoming an apprentice.

"If I were to become your disciple, what advanced martial arts techniques and Dou Technique do you possess?"

Although somewhat tempted, Xiao Yan still asked.

The Xiao Clan of today is not the same as the Xiao Clan in the original story who only had one Mystic Tier cultivation technique.

Xiao Yan wouldn't have become an apprentice if there weren't good things involved.

"Of course there are."

"Are they Heaven Tier cultivation techniques and Dou Technique?"

"Thump!"

The Yao Lao gave Xiao Yan a sharp rap on the head before speaking in an annoyed tone.

"You think the price of cabbage is as cheap as cabbage, that you can have it whenever you want?"

Besides, if you're not even Dou Zun, cultivating Heaven Tier Cultivation Methods and Combat Skills is just courting death!

The Yao Lao gave Huohuo a lesson in common knowledge.

"Although you can't cultivate Heaven Tier -Heaven Tier techniques for the time being, I have a more special technique here. Are you interested?"

"Even more special than Heaven Tier cultivation technique? What level of cultivation technique is that?"

"Low-level Yellow Tier!"

"Damn! You're kidding me."

Hearing what Yao Lao said, Xiao Yan was also a little angry.

My initial goodwill towards the Yao Lao had diminished considerably.

"Young people are just too impatient."

Since I said it's even more special than Heaven Tier cultivation technique, it naturally can't just be a simple Low-level Yellow Tier cultivation technique."