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At this moment, Gai Jiuyou, who was cultivating at Gai's Tai Fortress, received a secret report. The content of the report was simple, just five words.
"Spirit Sword Mountain under martial law."
These five short words stirred up a storm in Gai Jiuyou's heart.
"Spirit Sword Mountain under martial law!"
How long ago had this happened? The last time seemed to be before Spirit Sword Mountain had risen to prominence. Although at that time Spirit Sword Mountain was still an inconspicuous force, its uniqueness had caught the attention of Gai's Tai Fortress.
It was because of that previous martial law that the Spirit Sword Three Disciples emerged, leading to the rapid development of Spirit Sword Mountain. What was Spirit Sword Mountain planning this time?
Inside the fortress, the "Hidden One" level within Spirit Sword Mountain was not high, making it difficult to obtain useful firsthand information. However, this did not hinder Gai Jiuyou's judgment.
Something significant must be happening at Spirit Sword Mountain, and it was something very important. Even the death of the Spirit Sword Three Disciples did not prompt a martial law order from Spirit Sword Mountain, which warranted serious attention.
Urban Journey was summoned, and Garen awaited in the main hall as some elite forces within the fortress were mobilized. Regardless of what was happening at Spirit Sword Mountain, Gai Jiuyou had decided on his next plan—proposing marriage. This was just the right time to bring this matter to the agenda and could also serve as a test for Spirit Sword Mountain.
Whether it succeeded or failed was not within his consideration; the only thing he needed to clarify was why Spirit Sword Mountain had declared martial law.
Just as Gai Jiuyou was taking action, Spirit Sword Mountain began its most important process.
"Are you really a sixth-grade Alchemist? Is this what they call the Alchemical Path?" Zuo Dao sarcastically remarked. At that moment, Tai Shu Yun had become a mess; if it weren't for Zuo Dao's quick thinking, she would have blown up several times already.
Tai Shu Yun felt truly wronged. The knowledge of Alchemical Path that Zuo Dao passed on to her was extraordinarily difficult. Even when practicing, she continuously produced waste pills and nearly caused explosions several times; her lips were pursed in frustration. She simply threw the medicinal plants in her hands towards Zuo Dao.
"You do it if you're so capable."
Zuo Dao's hands were itching to try; after watching Tai Shu Yun's Alchemy for so long, he gradually began to form some ideas in his mind. The towering structure he envisioned slowly started to take shape. Once he thoroughly digested this knowledge, he would be able to erect that structure firmly in his heart.
"Fine, I'll do it! I don't believe I can't handle even this Dan Furnace." Young Master Zuo spoke without a hint of awareness, causing Tai Shu Yun to grit her teeth in frustration.
The Dan Furnace was ready; besides the one Tai Shu Yun used herself, Tai Shu Yi had also prepared several for Zuo Dao—all high-quality spirit weapon grade. When they were taken out at that time, they left Zuo Dao speechless with amazement. The uncle and nephew duo had truly invested heavily; each Dan Furnace alone was worth a fortune.
He casually picked one up, sensing it in his hand—then shook his head and put it back, only to take a second one. In just a few breaths, he had examined all four Dan Furnaces, yet none of them satisfied him.
Tai Shu Yun was even more frustrated upon witnessing this.
"My Left Grandmaster Alchemist, is there really not a single one that meets your standards?"
"Indeed." Zuo Dao replied without catching the underlying meaning in her words. What occupied his mind was how to refine these Dan Furnaces again. All four were made from excellent materials, but the craftsmanship of the Artificer left Zuo Dao feeling exasperated; it was akin to a pig ruining a flower.
"You!? Zuo Dao, these are masterpieces by the renowned master Leng Yi, who holds the title of a ninth-grade Artificer. How can you look down on them?" Tai Shu Yun felt an urge to crack open Zuo Dao's head to see what he was really thinking.
"Who is Leng Yi? A master? Is he famous?" Zuo Dao scoffed. Pointing at one of the Dan Furnaces, he said to Tai Shu Yun, "Look at this! Such fine materials wasted! Not only was the heat insufficient, but he also used the wrong methods, causing the quality of the entire Dan Furnace to drop by half."
"And this one—what's he doing putting Soulstone inside? The purpose of Soulstone is merely to balance Luminous Jade and Fire Jade. Forget it, I'm getting angrier. A master? My master has more sense."
Listening to Zuo Dao, Tai Shu Yun felt a mix of doubt and belief; she couldn't fully trust him nor dismiss him entirely. Zuo Dao's demeanor was too strange. He could either know everything or nothing at all. In any case, this White-Robed Mysterious Youth was someone who defied common sense.
"Decided—I'll reforge them." After some contemplation, Zuo Dao resolved to reforge; otherwise, he couldn't be sure if any of these Dan Furnaces would be useful to him.
Under the eager and expectant gazes of Tai Shu Reincarnation's four members, Zuo Dao appeared outside the Cave.
"Zuo Dao Shidi." Shijin Nian greeted him upon seeing his arrival.
"You're just in time." Zuo Dao thought about how to ask Tai Shu Reincarnation's uncle and nephew for some refining materials after stepping out but found both Shijin and Lu Family present.
"Please prepare a set of these for me. I suspect that even in such a large Spirit Sword Mountain, Sun might not have these materials." With that, he turned back into the Cave, completely ignoring Tai Shu Reincarnation's two members.
Shijin Nian and Spiritual Awareness exchanged glances as they scanned the jade slip Zuo Dao handed over, their faces displaying strange expressions as they stared blankly at Tai Shu Reincarnation. They hadn't expected that after Zuo Dao emerged, he would disregard them entirely; he tossed a jade slip to Shijin Nian and left without allowing them to ask a single question. Seeing Shijin Nian's expression only deepened Tai Shu Reincarnation's unease. He summoned the jade slip with one hand and checked its contents, instantly becoming dumbfounded.
Tai Shu Yi was curious about why both of them wore identical expressions. Although Lu Family was also intrigued, he knew there was no point in speaking here.
Under Tai Shu Yi's questioning gaze, Tai Shu Reincarnation forced a smile and handed over the jade slip.
"After watching, let Shijinian go and collect all these things," he said, walking aside, lost in thought.
Tai Shu Yi took the jade slip and couldn't help but feel a surge of questions. Nevertheless, she tossed the jade slip back to Shijinian.
"Shijinian, you should handle this with Luzi."
"Understood." Shijinian put away the jade slip and called out to the bewildered Lu Family before leaving.
"Uncle Reincarnation, what is Zuo Dao up to? What does he need these refining materials for at this time?" Tai Shu Yi was uncertain whether trusting Zuo Dao was the right decision or not.
"If you ask me, who should I ask?" Tai Shu Reincarnation replied with a grim expression. Wasn't it supposed to be about activating Bloodlines through Alchemy? Why did he need so many refining materials? Did he intend to turn Yun'er into a puppet? Zuo Dao's true identity wasn't an Alchemist but a Puppet Master. The more he thought about it, the more anxious he became. If that were the case, it would be a huge problem; the phase difference couldn't allow him to succeed. Just as he was about to step into the Cave, a voice echoed from within the estate.
"I knew you wouldn't trust me. I have use for these things. Have you even considered what you're doing? A grand Spirit Sword Mountain like yours can only produce such a shoddy Dan Furnace? I really don't know what to say about you all. Ruining the elixir is one thing; what's more important is that such a spirited beauty is ruined in your hands."
Once the voice fell silent, there was no further sound. The surroundings of the Cave returned to tranquility.
After hearing these words, Tai Shu Reincarnation and Tai Shu Yi couldn't help but think of the same question, exchanging glances.
"Alchemist and Artificer!?"
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