"May I ask what brings Old Pavilion Master Huang to my South Si Dao Field?"
"Hmph! You're not qualified to question me. Summon your Second Yuan; I have something to trade with him!"
Inside the mountain gate, a powerful cultivator, sweating profusely, blocked Old Pavilion Master Huang's path. Although he was also puzzled by Old Pavilion Master Huang's unusual behavior today, he still addressed him with respect due to the threat posed by the elder's cultivation level.
But to his surprise, the old man showed him no respect whatsoever. When the old man stopped to speak to him, he was harshly rebuked.
The great cultivator naturally dared not confront Old Pavilion Master Huang- on, so he could only bite the bullet and continue asking:
"I wonder what kind of treasure it is that requires Second Master to examine it personally. I have seen many treasures in Phoenix City. Why don't you ask Old Pavilion Master Huang to show me what it is? If it is truly valuable, my Pill Cauldron Sect is willing to exchange treasures with Old Pavilion Master Huang."
"Hmph! You dare to look at this treasure? This is something I risked my life to obtain! Even if I showed it to you, it would only blind your dog eyes!"
Old Pavilion Master Huang stopped in his tracks, displaying an arrogant demeanor in front of the great cultivator.
He spoke with his forehead pointing to the sky, his breath coming in heavy gasps as he exhaled, causing his beard to twitch. His words conveyed a strong sense of disdain, clearly indicating that he didn't take people seriously.
However, the senior cultivator from the Pill Cauldron Sect dared not argue with him. He simply stopped him on the spot and then quickly crushed a communication talisman in his sleeve.
After Old Pavilion Master Huang raged on the spot, he flicked his sleeves and headed towards the depths of the mountain gate. The great cultivator's eyes showed great anxiety, and he couldn't help but try to attack Old Pavilion Master Huang's back.
"Snort!"
To everyone's surprise, Old Pavilion Master Huang didn't even need to turn around. With just a soft snort, the great cultivator froze instantly, as if he had been targeted by a ferocious beast. A sense of danger rose from the bottom of his heart, and he dared not make any further moves.
Just as Old Pavilion Master Huang was about to take another step forward, he was met with a powerful aura in front of the mountain gate. Feeling this sharp aura, he had no choice but to stop in his tracks.
" Old Huang, what treasures do you want to trade with my Pill Cauldron Sect Pill Cauldron Sect? If you can't give me a reason today, then you don't need to leave. Do you think you can just come and go as you please?"
"Hahaha! I came to see you, Second Yuan, with absolute certainty, but I didn't expect the cultivators of your Pill Cauldron Sect to be so unreasonable, asking me to take out my treasure in front of everyone. I think if something goes wrong, you, Second Yuan, will be extremely distressed!"
After Old Pavilion Master Huang finished speaking, the owner of that imposing aura was already in front of them. Yuan Changwu, dressed in a black Daoist robe, looked at Old Pavilion Master Huang, who had trespassed into the mountain gate, with a sinister look in his eyes.
The whisk in his hand floated continuously, unabashedly aimed at Old Pavilion Master Huang in front of him. Just as he said, if there wasn't a resolution today, Old Pavilion Master Huang would really be in for a fierce battle.
But when Old Pavilion Master Huang saw him appear, he clearly stopped teasing him and instead took out a brocade box from his sleeve, indicating that Yuan Changwu could use his divine sense to examine the contents of the box.
Yuan Changwu frowned, his face darkening, and the sinister look in his eyes intensified. It was already a major taboo for Old Pavilion Master Huang to barge into the mountain gate without cause, but he didn't expect this fellow to put on airs and take out something.
Yuan Changwu has seen all sorts of treasures. Today, I'll see what good stuff you have. If you don't have anything that tempts me, then my whisk won't spare you!
As soon as Yuan Changwu had this thought, he immediately extended his divine sense toward the brocade box. He wasn't afraid that the other party might have laid an ambush inside, after all, this was the Pill Cauldron Sect, a place where a powerful Earth Immortal was stationed.
The moment Yuan Changwu's divine sense reached out, the gloom on his face instantly turned into astonishment, and the sinister look in his eyes vanished in an instant, replaced by boundless shock, and of course, a strong look of joy in his eyes as well.
"Well, Second Yuan, are you satisfied with the treasure I offered? Do you still want to fight me?"
With a mocking smile on his face, Old Pavilion Master Huang looked at Yuan Changwu's expression and casually held up the brocade box in his hand.
The brocade box, about the size of a bowl, seemed to possess a spirit in the hands of Old Pavilion Master Huang, and it even began to float slightly.
Seeing Old Pavilion Master Huang's actions, Yuan Changwu couldn't help but feel anxious. He was afraid that the old man might not know his own strength and would damage the brocade box.
The contents inside would be instantly destroyed. This brocade box, the size of a bowl, now weighed a ton in Second Master Yuan's eyes.
He withdrew his divine sense, and when he raised his gaze, he met Old Pavilion Master Huang 'Old Pavilion Master Huang ambiguous smile, which revealed a hint of mockery.
Looking at the brocade box he was holding, it was clear that he had Yuan Changwu completely under his thumb.
" Old Pavilion Master Huang, you are truly skilled. I, Yuan Changwu, admire you greatly. Everyone, please disperse for now. I will personally invite Old Pavilion Master Huang inside for a detailed discussion."
Yuan Changwu knew something was wrong when he saw Old Pavilion Master Huang's expression.
He forcibly suppressed the burning desire in his heart, then first dismissed the senior cultivators in the mountain gate, and then solemnly clasped his hands in a fist salute to Old Pavilion Master Huang, implying that he was inviting Old Pavilion Master Huang to come inside for a chat.
The assembled high-ranking cultivators were all taken aback by Yuan Changwu's expression.
Second Master Yuan was always arrogant and overbearing, and when dealing with the members of the Rogue Cultivators Association, he was even more domineering and disrespectful.
But today, Old Huang trespassed first and then mocked Second Master Yuan, yet Second Master Yuan let him off lightly and even invited him inside for a detailed discussion.
Is this still the arrogant and domineering Second Master Yuan? What exactly is in that brocade box?
But no one dared to ask any more questions. They clasped their hands in greeting to the two men and then dispersed.
Yuan Changwu put away his whisk and gestured "please" to Old Pavilion Master Huang.
Old Pavilion Master Huang showed him no courtesy whatsoever. After nodding slightly, he flicked his sleeves and strode confidently into the mountain gate. Yuan Changwu, standing behind him, was so angry that his eyelids twitched, barely suppressing the urge to attack.
Entering through the mountain gate, one finds rows of pavilions and buildings nestled among the mountains, with wisps of smoke rising from them. Countless exotic flowers and rare herbs bloom amidst the peaks, and as one approaches, one feels a refreshing and invigorating atmosphere.
Within the mountain range lies a solitary hill, surrounded by mountains that arch around it, making it appear like an arched wall when viewed from above.
The surrounding mountains encircle it like a path to immortality, their grandeur resembling a celestial shrine. After the pedestrian walkway reaches the foot of the mountain, a heavenly ladder can be seen nestled among the peaks.
That long, steep ladder was carved along the precipitous mountainside. Over the years, it has become impossible to tell whether the ladder is embedded in the mountain or whether it is winding around the mountain.
Following the ladder to heaven, looking up, one could only see what appeared to be a Daoist temple nestled among the clouds.
The golden roof of the Daoist temple connects to the sky, with drifting clouds lingering within it, creating an air of otherworldly grandeur. This is the core location of the Pill Cauldron Sect.
Yuan Changwu stopped at the foot of the mountain, gestured "please" to Old Pavilion Master Huang, and then quickly made his way through the Heavenly Ladder on his own.
Although Old Pavilion Master Huang was old and frail, he was not left behind at all when following Yuan Changwu.
He thought to himself: Perhaps we have reached the core area of the mountain gate, where flying is not allowed, and I will have to climb this heavenly ladder by myself.
The two arrived at the mountaintop in no Kung Fu Hustle. In Old Pavilion Master Huang's eyes, a cluster of Daoist temple buildings appeared. Yuan Changwu, who was on the mountaintop, led the way to the largest Daoist temple among them.
Outside the Daoist temple stands a huge bronze cauldron, within which countless incense sticks are burning, and countless wisps of blue smoke rise up. Some of the ever-present smoke in the air above the Pill Cauldron Sect comes from this cauldron.
After passing the bronze cauldron, one can see the main hall of the Daoist temple. Inside, a memorial tablet is enshrined on the incense table, and yellow banners hanging on both sides are inscribed with words such as "May your noble spirit endure forever, and may your virtue be boundless throughout the ages," giving the entire hall a solemn atmosphere.
Yuan Changwu respectfully lit several sticks of incense in front of the main hall. After entering the hall, Old Pavilion Master Huang did not dare to explore at will. He could only vaguely see the large characters "Great Virtue and Sage Teacher Yuan..." written on the memorial tablet.
He thought to himself: This must be Immortal Master Yuan's memorial tablet. These two brothers inherited his mantle and teachings, and even set up an altar for him in their Land of Exile.
The incense burns eternally, and sacrifices are offered continuously. It can be said that they do not forget the source of their blessings and still keep Immortal Master Yuan in their minds.
Yuan Changwu was extremely respectful in the main hall, concealing his sinister expression. He was actually secretly observing Old Huang's reaction.
This Daoist temple is dedicated to my elder brother's late master. Even Yuan Changhe usually has to be very respectful when he comes to worship. He was deliberately trying to deflate this Old Huang's arrogance.
This old man was all puffed up and glaring just a moment ago, but now that he's in the Daoist temple, he'll have to behave himself!
After passing through the main hall, the two sat down in a side hall. Yuan Changwu's gaze swept over the brocade box, a hint of urgency flashing in his eyes.
Before he could speak, Old Pavilion Master Huang was standing to the side, said something very understanding:
"I don't need to go into details about where this came from. Since you're interested, Second Yuan, let's discuss the terms of the transaction."
" Primordial Purple Spirit Restoration Pill, Jade Purity Great Spirit Restoration Pill, Kaiyang Golden Essence Heavenly Pill, Profound Nether Illusory True Sacred Pill, One Qi Golden Essence Divine Pill..."
"Oh, right, another ten doses of medicine!"
As Yuan Changwu watched Old Pavilion Master Huang shake his head and rattle off a list of pill names with remarkable ease, he frowned, feeling a surge of anger.
This old man clearly came prepared; otherwise, how could he be so familiar with the pills in the Pill Cauldron Sect? These are pills that only Earth Immortal can take in large quantities!
These pills were painstakingly crafted by my elder brother, using all the rare and precious materials from the Land of Exile. The crafting process was extremely Kung Fu Hustle, but the effects of these pills are absolutely extraordinary.
The pills refined by a Earth Immortal alchemist using the finest rare and precious ingredients can only be described as divine elixirs. These are the most treasured items in the Pill Cauldron Sect, representing the sect's profound heritage.
These were usually used to unite people within the organization, and it was precisely because of these foundational elixirs that the Yuan Changhe brothers were able to build such a massive organization.
But this Old Huang is something else. He tries to empty the Pill Cauldron Sect's coffers with just one sentence, and what's worse, he even dares to ask for a powerful medicine!
This great medicine is no ordinary pill. Cultivators have a limited lifespan, and only those who break through to the Immortal Realm can be called immortal. Below the Immortal Realm, they may die when their lifespan ends.
This great medicine has no other effects, but its greatest effect is that it can extend the lifespan of cultivators who are nearing the end of their lifespan!
My elder brother is Earth Immortal who entered the path of immortality through alchemy. The great medicine he refines can extend a cultivator's lifespan by five hundred to one thousand years.
However, this great medicine cannot be refined Wuxian. In fact, over the years, although my elder brother is Earth Immortal Alchemist, he has refined very few great medicines.
This is because the efficacy of this medicine involves the secrets of heaven. A cultivator's lifespan is predetermined by heaven. The original intention is to rely on one's own breakthroughs in realms to reach a certain threshold in order to obtain the corresponding lifespan.
Those cultivators whose lifespans are about to end are already at a low level. If they run out of lifespans without breaking through to a higher realm, they can only wait for death. If they run out of lifespans without having made any progress on the path to immortality, that would be the most tragic thing for a cultivator.
Taking the powerful medicine can extend one's lifespan; this is truly seizing the power of heaven and earth, altering the trajectory of the Heavenly Dao, and pulling a cultivator back from the brink of death.
Refining powerful elixirs is an act that will be punished by Heavenly Dao. Since the elixirs refined by alchemists can help others prolong their lifespan, then for every powerful elixir a alchemist refines, their own lifespan will be reduced accordingly. This is in line with the trajectory of the Heavenly Dao.
This balance of loss and gain, of drinking and eating, is the ultimate truth of Heavenly Dao, the ultimate truth that will not disrupt the rules of the world.
Therefore, this powerful medicine should not be underestimated; it can help a dying person regain their life.
If a cultivator were to stumble upon the path to immortality on the verge of death, or encounter a great opportunity when their lifespan is about to end, and if they were to receive this great medicine at that time, extending their lifespan and then breaking through to the next level, they would become another Immortal Realm!
A single dose of a powerful medicine can be considered one of the best guarantees for a cultivator. It is precisely because Yuan Changhe is Earth Immortal alchemist and his true form is a unique species of heaven and earth with a sufficiently long lifespan that he is able to alter the trajectory of the Heavenly Dao to refine such a powerful medicine.
If cultivators were to refine the great elixir, not to mention the precious materials used and the success rate of the refinement, the backlash that would consume their lifespan would be unbearable.
This Old Huang really has a good plan, daring to offer such terrifying conditions. But the item in the brocade box is exactly what I desperately need; he's got me figured out!
" Old Pavilion Master Huang is really asking for an exorbitant price! Not to mention the pills mentioned earlier, even these ten portions of high-grade medicine are beyond the reach of my Pill Cauldron Sect. Do you think my Pill Cauldron Sect's pills are just candy?"
Yuan Changwu's eyes regained their sinister look. He tried his best to suppress his anger and spoke slowly and deliberately to Old Pavilion Master Huang.
Seeing the Old Pavilion Master Huang Huang's white hair and beard, he suddenly came to his senses. This Old Huang had been stuck in the Lesser Immortal Realm for two thousand years and still showed no signs of breaking through. Perhaps he felt that his lifespan was coming to an end, so he asked for the great medicine to prolong his life.
Old Huang dares to come to my Pill Cauldron Sect...
A fierce glint flashed in Yuan Changwu's eyes. He had a strange thought, but then dismissed it.
To kill him with a single blow, we need our elder brother Yuan Changhe to take action, but this Old Huang must have discussed it with Chen Yuping. If we act rashly, something unexpected will definitely happen.
But the contents of the brocade box were indeed of great use to him. Yuan Changwu's face remained as gloomy as ever, but a struggle was already evident in his eyes.