The Ancient Artifact Sect is a prestigious school in Northern Liang. Countless martial artists train day and night, hoping to one day enter a renowned institution like the Ancient Artifact Sect, receive its esteemed education, and grow into powerful figures.
For a sect like the Ancient Artifact Sect, they stand high above others; only talented martial artists plead to be accepted, while it is rare for them to actively pursue any genius. The Medium-Grade Sect carries the pride of being a Medium-Grade Sect.
However, this pride becomes insignificant in the presence of a Supreme Artifact Refiner and a top-tier physique. If a Supreme Artifact Refiner were to choose the Ancient Artifact Sect, even if it meant sacrificing a year's worth of income for Shangzong, the higher-ups would not bat an eye.
A Supreme Artifact Refiner with a top-tier physique can no longer be measured by money or resources.
It can be said that Lin Qiubai represents immense Fortune, which can lead to the prosperity of the sect, benefit tens of thousands of martial artists within it, and even protect the sect itself.
This is why Lin Shuangyue is so eager and even unreasonable in her attempts to bring Lin Qiubai into the Ancient Artifact Sect.
She was already halfway successful. But unexpectedly, someone named Cheng Yaojin appeared out of nowhere.
The newcomer appeared middle-aged, with sharp facial features as if chiseled from stone. He wore a long robe of white adorned with gold, with nine auspicious clouds depicted on the cuffs and collar. These auspicious clouds radiated spiritual energy, resembling a White Crane soaring through the air.
On his chest was a small flame, within which a divine pill began to take shape.
He stood before everyone with an ethereal presence, his hair slightly graying at the temples, reminiscent of the legendary hero from Jin Yong's novels—transcendent like an immortal.
"Yun Mu, Dan Pavilion Master of Yun Yin Sect."
"Hiss..."
Lin Shuangyue and the dean simultaneously gasped in shock, akin to local officials encountering a national leader. They were almost ready to bow down and shout praises.
The Holy Dynasty has nine top-tier sects known as Holy Lands.
The Yun Yin Sect ranks third among the nine Holy Lands. The reason for this ranking is that the Yun Yin Sect does not seek conflict. It is renowned for its Dan Pavilion, which gathers nearly ninety percent of the Alchemy masters from the Xian Sheng Dynasty.
As a result, there is a saying in the Xian Sheng Dynasty: "When Yun Yin opens its furnace, the Xian Sheng will prosper."
This means that as long as the Yun Yin Sect engages in Alchemy, the Xian Sheng Dynasty will never lack for Elixirs. This illustrates the strength of the Yun Yin Sect.
The Dan Pavilion Master needs no further introduction; just the weight of those four words is enough to leave a Medium-Grade Sect gasping for breath.
Lin Shuangyue felt anxious and did not dare to look up at Yun Mu.
"This person's Fortune is such that a mere Ancient Artifact Sect cannot yet afford to enjoy it.
Furthermore, he is not of royal quality but rather possesses a Sacred Body.
While he is indeed a Supreme Artifact Refiner, his Alchemy talent is even stronger. The Heavenly Dao Three Thousand Flames are burning fiercely within his bones. Such quality of Exotic Flame, when used for Alchemy, will surely yield Supreme Elixirs every time. If you come to the Dan Pavilion, you will surely become the future Pavilion Master."
Yun Mu pointed at Lin Qiubai with a warm smile but was quite unceremonious towards Lin Shuangyue.
"Our Yun Yin Sect is one of the nine Holy Lands and has six pavilions: Alchemy Pavilion, Martial Arts Pavilion, Refining Pavilion, Formation Pavilion, Beast Taming Pavilion, and Wen Dao Pavilion. Among these, the Alchemy Pavilion is the most prosperous, offering a complete range of Elixirs. From Origin Realm Baodan to Nirvana Realm Shendan, we have it all. Whatever you need, you can have as much as you want."
With that, Yun Mu waved his sleeve.
Suddenly...
White Elixir bottles flew out one after another, their mouths opening in mid-air as each Elixir burst forth like clouds and mist, spiraling out.
The scene was truly spectacular.
The Dean swallowed hard.
Lin Shuangyue's delicate face flushed slightly, clearly excited by the sight of the Supreme Elixir, which would greatly benefit them and even help them break through their limitations.
In an instant, the air was thick with a rich medicinal fragrance. As Lin Qiubai breathed in, his blood and energy surged, like erupting lava flowing through his Meridians.
"This is the Four-Pattern Cleansing Pill, a Seventh-Rank Elixir. It has a purifying effect on Nirvana Realm Warriors. Open your mouth."
Yun Mu flicked his finger, and the Seventh-Rank Elixir transformed into a streak of light that entered Lin Qiubai's mouth.
A seventh-grade elixir could be called a divine pill!
Lin Shuangyue and the Dean's eyes sparkled with excitement. Although they tried to suppress their desires, their eagerness was so strong that it made their expressions seem exaggerated.
Lin Qiubai smacked his lips; as expected of the Dan Pavilion Master, he was generous with his offerings.
However...
It seemed that the effects of the Seventh-Rank Divine Pill were only mediocre. The anticipated purifying and bone-cleansing effects did not occur; it felt more like swallowing a piece of ice on a summer day—just a bit refreshing.
"Ah? Little one, you really know how to surprise people. A Sacred Body is already rare enough, but to have an immaculate Sacred Body is quite extraordinary!"
Yun Mu said with slight astonishment. An unblemished and pure body was indeed remarkable.
In this world filled with impurities, even a fetus would be tainted.
Thus, generally speaking, a Sacred Body is rarely found to be innately flawless; its owner usually spends ten or even twenty years cleansing themselves afterward.
However, if it is the Innate Sacred Body that is flawless and pure, it indicates that the owner may possess other special qualities.
The special qualities present in the Sacred Body can be inferred to be at least divine level.
Thus, Lin Qiubai surprised Yun Mu once again.
“Hahaha, good! I, Yun, swear to heaven today that if you come to the Dan Pavilion, the Master of the Dan Pavilion must be you. Otherwise, let the heavenly tribulation strike me with Five Thunderstrikes.”
Lin Qiubai admitted he was tempted.
On one hand, the old man's pretentious style gave Lin Qiubai an inexplicable fondness for him.
On the other hand, although this old man was the Dan Pavilion Master of the Nine Great Sacred Lands, he showed no stubbornness and was genuinely demonstrating the favorable conditions of the Nine Great Sacred Lands to Lin Qiubai from start to finish.
He appealed to emotions and reason, gradually increasing Lin Qiubai's favor towards the Yun Yin Sect to encourage him to make a choice.
In contrast, Lin Shuangyue, like someone forcibly conscripting laborers, unreasonably demanded that Lin Qiubai join the Ancient Artifact Sect, which was off-putting.
Lin Qiubai did not think that just because Lin Shuangyue was beautiful, her unreasonable behavior should be accepted.
Beauty does not mean one can deprive others of their right to choose.
“I am willing to join the Yun Yin Sect.”
With Lin Qiubai making his decision, Lin Shuangyue's last hope was shattered, while Yun Mu chuckled and revealed a satisfied smile.
“My journey has been quite fruitful. However, I have important matters to attend to and cannot return to the Yun Yin Sect for a short time. Take this Divine Pill Token. You can either have someone escort you to the Imperial Capital, or you can experience the journey yourself.”
“Student understands.”
Lin Qiubai bowed and watched Yun Mu leave.
This old man appeared just in time; he was a thousand times unwilling to be taken by Lin Shuangyue to the Ancient Artifact Sect. Just looking at Lin Shuangyue, one could easily imagine what kind of people the Ancient Artifact Sect consisted of. They must be a group of obstinate, arrogant, and rude clowns with an inexplicable sense of superiority.
Now, with the Divine Pill Token from Dan Pavilion Master, even if Lin Shuangyue had a hundred times more courage, she wouldn't dare to act recklessly.
“Do you have any other instructions? If not, I will take my leave.”
Lin Qiubai tossed the Divine Pill Token in his hand while scanning Lin Shuangyue, his sarcasm evident.
Lin Shuangyue felt a chill in her heart. In a moment of panic, she traced her finger over the white ring on her finger, and a large mechanical device appeared before everyone.
“Lord Lin, this is my apology, a Spirit-Level Top-Quality Treasure crafted by the Ancient Artifact Sect. Please accept it.”
A Spirit Grade top-quality item!
Lin Qiubai feigned calmness as he directed his gaze toward it. In reality, he was already extremely excited inside.
He had spent ninety Fortune Value to obtain a Common Grade low-quality Silver-Decorated Blade.
And the treasure that Lin Shuangyue presented was six levels higher than the Silver-Decorated Blade!
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