You See, It's Singing Again

Who is Cao Ying?

The eldest daughter of the Cao Family, a disciple of Xuan Kongzi Pill Tower Giant, has already reached the seventh rank in Alchemy at the age of less than twenty.

Ever since Cao Ying entered the Pill Tower, countless men have tried to get close to her.

But a situation like today, where Cao Ying brings a strange man along, has never happened before.

It just so happens that this is the time of day when there are the fewest people in the Pill Tower, otherwise the people of Saint Pill City would have a lot of gossip to hear tomorrow.

"Deacon Han, this is a friend of mine who needs to take the Alchemist level assessment. Please make arrangements as soon as possible."

Cao Ying's words pulled him out of his thoughts.

Han Li looked at the couple in front of him. Although he still couldn't understand it, leading people to take the Alchemist exam was his duty.

(This person's real name is Han Li, that's what it's written in the original book, except it's this Li o(*￣▽￣*)ブ)

"Alright, then please follow me, young friend."

"Brother Qin, I'll be waiting for your good news then."

Before leaving, Cao Ying winked playfully at Qin Yu, actually wanting to know what level Qin Yu's Alchemy had reached.

However, this left Han Li completely bewildered.

He turned his head and carefully examined Qin Yu, recalling the younger generation of various forces in Central Plains that he knew well.

Um...

None of the faces match up.

"Elder Han, is there something wrong with my face?"

"Oh? Oh, no problem, let's go."

"Also, just call me Steward Han; I'm not some elder."

Upon being asked this question by Qin Yu, Han Li realized his earlier lapse in composure and quickly led Qin Yu into the Pill Tower.

"Deacon Han, does the Pill Tower have any regular trade fairs, the kind where you barter?"

On the way, Qin Yu casually asked, Han Li answered as usual:

"Of course, but the items traded at regular trade fairs are generally of average quality. It depends on your own needs, young friend."

"Oh, right."

Suddenly, Han Li stopped in his tracks, scratched his head, and said somewhat awkwardly:

"I still don't know what level of assessment you will be taking, young friend?"

What a dereliction of duty! They forgot to even ask what level the person was going to take before bringing them in. Luckily, none of the elders were watching.

"Seventh-grade Intermediate, I suppose."

When Qin Yu uttered the words "Seventh-grade Intermediate," Han Li froze on the spot.

Was this guy doing it on purpose, or accidentally?

The Seventh-grade Intermediate was precisely the highest level of assessment that Han Li could undergo.

As for whether Qin Yu truly possessed the ability, Han Li did not express any doubt.

We'll see how it goes when the assessment comes.

Moreover, getting Cao Ying to help is no easy feat.

On the other side, Cao Ying naturally didn't just wait idly at the assessment office.

"Master, I'm back. Oh? Elder Lei is here too."

She arrived at her master Xuan Kongzi's place, only to find that another Pill Tower Giant, Tian Leizi, was also there.

Upon Cao Ying's arrival, Xuan Kongzi and Tian Leizi temporarily ceased their discussion regarding the affairs of the Pill Tower.

"Why are you here? Did you get the Blood Essence Demon Flame? Or did you fail to master the Soul Hand Seal?"

"No, I just wanted to ask you something, Master."

"What's up?"

Xuan Kongzi raised an eyebrow, sensing that Cao Ying's thoughts were not so simple.

Cao Ying, this disciple, has always been a great source of worry for Xuan Kongzi.

Aside from alchemy, Cao Ying never bothered Xuan Kongzi with anything the Cao Family could handle themselves.

What could possibly make his little apprentice, who's usually obsessed with alchemy, make a special trip to see him?

"Exactly, do you know which forces in Central Plains are experts in puppetry?"

According to Cao Ying's thinking, High-Level Dou Zong puppet is not something that just anyone can possess.

Furthermore, the art of puppetry is not mainstream on the continent, and there aren't many forces that are proficient in this technique.

Therefore, by following this line of thought, we might be able to find out Qin Yu's true identity.

However, this question stumped both Xuan Kongzi and Tian Leizi.

puppet?

Why did Cao Ying suddenly ask about this?

"Well, to be honest, something unexpected happened when I went to find the Blood Essence Demon Flame."

Seeing that Xuan Kongzi and Tian Leizi were frowning, Cao Ying knew that she couldn't get away with it, so she simply told them the truth.

However, after hearing Cao Ying's account, Xuan Kongzi and Tian Leizi were even more puzzled.

A young man with the strength of Dou Zong was carrying two High-Level Dou Zong puppets with him, and their Soul Power was not weak either, suggesting he might know how to refine medicine?

"There are a few forces that are experts in puppetry."

After a brief silence, Xuan Kongzi spoke first.

"But as far as I know, they usually stay inside their own little world, spending all their time tinkering with puppets."

Tian Leizi followed up immediately, and Xuan Kongzi nodded, adding:

"Moreover, most of the puppets they create are strangely shaped, and don't quite match the style of the two puppets you mentioned."

After hearing this, Cao Ying fell into deep thought, and the room became quiet.

After exchanging a glance, Xuan Kongzi and Tian Leizi Tian Leizi back the words that were about to come out of his mouth, which he had intended to ask more questions about.

Why didn't you let me ask just now?

After Cao Ying left, Tian Leizi immediately looked at Xuan Kongzi.

Having worked together for many years, he could naturally understand the look in Xuan Kongzi's eyes just now.

"If she really knew that much, would she need to ask the two of us?"

"... That's true."

Xuan Kongzi's reasoning was reasonable, and Tian Leizi had nothing to say.

"And didn't you hear her say that this young man Qin Yu is taking the Alchemist level assessment?"

"You mean..."

Tian Leizi and Xuan Kongzi exchanged a glance and revealed a knowing smile.

Since they've come to the Pill Tower to participate in the assessment, why don't they just go and find out for themselves?

"Perfect, let's see what kind of man could catch that girl's eye."

Because of Cao Ying's actions, both of the Pill Tower Giant became interested in Qin Yu.

It just so happens that the other party is taking the assessment at the Pill Tower today, so I'll just go and take a look; it's something I can do on the side.

When Xuan Kongzi and Tian Leizi arrived at the assessment location, they saw Qin Yu and Han Li walking out, chatting and laughing.

On Qin Yu's chest was a gleaming badge.

The badge is dark gold in color with flames swirling around it, and it is the badge that represents the identity of Mid-Level Seventh-Rank Alchemist.

"Seventh-grade Intermediate, Intermediate Level. This kid actually has such skill in alchemy."

The same thought flashed through the minds of both Tian Leizi and Xuan Kongzi.

"Greetings, Your Excellencies."

Just after seeing Qin Yu off, Han Li turned around and saw Xuan Kongzi and Tian Leizi appear in front of him. He immediately bowed respectfully, but at the same time, he felt uneasy.

No way! I just forgot to ask Qin Yu what level of assessment he was taking before I entered. It shouldn't be enough to warrant inviting two bigwigs to punish him, right?!

I mistakenly entered the Heavenly Palace.

Qin Yu: Look, he's singing again.