After following Qiemier into the Alchemist Association, the group headed straight for the western hall. They then went upstairs by way of the stairs and walked along the corridor for a while before finally arriving outside an exceptionally luxurious room.
The moment Xiao Yan entered the room, he caught a faint, elegant fragrance. It seemed to have a calming effect, making one feel relaxed and at ease.
"Greetings, President Fama!" Gu He bowed to Fama. Behind him, Xiao Yan and the others followed Gu He's lead and solemnly bowed as well.
"No need for such formalities. Please, take a seat!" Fama said with a cheerful smile, inviting everyone to sit down.
Once everyone had taken their seats, Gu He stood and bowed to Fama once more. Cupping his hands, he said, "I came here primarily because of Elder Nalan. I wanted to ask President Fama whether you have encountered anyone possessing a Heavenly Flame. Elder Nalan is close to death from the torment of Branding Iron Venom, and only a Heavenly Flame can remove the poison from his body."
"President Fama is vastly knowledgeable. If you know who possesses a Heavenly Flame, please inform Yanran. Even if the Nalan Clan must pay an enormous price, we will invite that person to treat my grandfather and purge the Branding Iron Venom," Nalan Yanran said. She rose to her feet and gave Fama a deep, respectful bow.
"Alas! I would certainly like to help you, but I do not know who possesses a Heavenly Flame either. After all, we all know just how rare Heavenly Flames are," Fama said evenly.
Yet after speaking, Fama secretly glanced at Xiao Yan, only to see that he showed no reaction whatsoever. He quietly sighed. If anyone possessed a Heavenly Flame, or knew news of one,