At the mention of a reward, Xu Qingtong's eyes lit up. Why not take this opportunity to ask for a piece of gengjin stone, to have on hand for a rainy day?
But he immediately abandoned the idea. He worried that if the Forefather asked what he needed the gengjin stone for, he would be unable to answer.
Dongfang Jin looked at Xu Qingtong and said, "Qingtong, this is your Second-Tier Alchemist Identity Token. Keep it safe. As for its uses, your master will tell you."
"According to sect rules, you are entitled to a reward for becoming a Second-Tier Alchemist. What do you need? Tell me, and I will consider it."
Xu Qingtong thought for a moment. He still did not have even a decent magical artifact, and felt embarrassed whenever he fought others. So he said, "Forefather, this disciple still has no magical artifact that suits him. I would therefore like a magical artifact."
"That is easily arranged," Dongfang Jin said. "Go to the Weapons Pavilion or the Four-Hall afterward and choose a superior-grade magical artifact."
Xu Qingtong hurriedly bowed and thanked the Forefather.
"If there is nothing else, you may go," Dongfang Jin said.
Hearing this, Yu Tiancheng could only lead Xu Qingtong out of Gloomwind Valley. Master and disciple chatted as they walked. "Master, what use is that Second-Tier Alchemist token?"
"With this token, you can collect a certain amount of medicinal ingredients every month without spending a single contribution point. You can also read practically any book in the Library Pavilion," Yu Tiancheng explained.
"There is another benefit. A Second-Tier Alchemist has the same standing as a core disciple of the sect. Even if you do nothing all month, you will still receive a monthly stipend!"
Xu Qingtong was delighted. No wonder his master had