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After spending a night at Wangyue Peak's Cave, Qiu Wuling indeed arrived the next day, but Cai Shujun did not come along.
The New Moon Sect's Training Ground was bustling with people early in the morning, and Xu Feng was informed to participate. Qiu Wuling appeared on the steps of the Training Ground, right in front of Chu Wushang.
Today was the promotion ceremony for the Golden Core experts of the New Moon Sect to become elders. After the battle at Nine Dragon Pool, more than half of the Golden Core Cultivators of the New Moon Sect had been killed or injured, leaving only two elders. To maintain their combat strength, the New Moon Sect decided to promote powerful and promising Golden Core Cultivators to elders of the sect, providing stronger support for their cultivation.
This time, there were five slots for promotion to elder within the New Moon Sect. The original Three Elders automatically promoted Chen Juhu to Second Elder. Currently, Chen Juhu was stationed at Qinglong Mountain, representing the New Moon Sect in the competition for the Qinglong Mountain mine.
Five cultivators stood in a line before the sacrificial altar at the Training Ground. Among them were four Late Stage Golden Core cultivators and one Golden Core Mid-Stage cultivator. One of the Late Stage cultivators was Shi Gongfang, who had recently fought alongside Xu Feng to kill Weber. The sole Golden Core Mid-Stage Cultivator was Huayuan Qiao, whom Xu Feng had met ten years ago in Misty Jungle.
The Training Ground formed a square shape, and aside from the rotating disciples, everyone else had gathered in the plaza.
Chu Wushang led the five in offering incense and bowing before the altar, reciting words to honor the ancestors of the New Moon Sect.
"Wu Mengda is willing to be an elder of New Moon Sect; from now on, we share blessings and misfortunes. If there is any disobedience, may I be punished!"
"Huang Shan Hong is willing to be an elder of New Moon Sect; from now on, we share blessings and misfortunes. If there is any disobedience, may I be punished!"
"Xu Fei is willing to be an elder of New Moon Sect; from now on, we share blessings and misfortunes. If there is any disobedience, may I be punished!"
"Shi Gongfang is willing to be an elder of New Moon Sect; from now on, we share blessings and misfortunes. If there is any disobedience, may I be punished!"
"Huayuan Qiao is willing to be an elder of New Moon Sect; from now on, we share blessings and misfortunes. If there is any disobedience, may I be punished!"
The five publicly swore their oaths as Chu Wushang announced their promotion to elders and issued Elder Tokens. Qiu Wuling encouraged each of them individually.
From this point on, the New Moon Sect replenished its new batch of Seven People Elder Group. The other Golden Core Cultivators present came forward to congratulate them, and the newly promoted five were extremely excited; after years of hard work, they finally reached the position of elder.
The ceremony lasted less than an hour; it was originally intended to invite other sects for attendance, but due to the complex situation now, everything was simplified.
After the meeting concluded, Qiu Wuling brought a youthful-looking old cultivator before Xu Feng. Xu Feng recognized him as Qiu Xiuqi, the owner of Pharmacy within the New Moon Sect.
Qiu Xiuqi, like Qiu Wuling, is a direct descendant of the New Moon Sect, currently at the Early Stage of Golden Core. However, his skills in Alchemy are well-known throughout the Liuxiang Kingdom, making him the only Intermediate Pill King in the New Moon Sect.
His level of Alchemy is on par with Xu Feng, but his foundation in Dan Dao is much deeper than Xu Feng's.
"Greetings, Qiu Zhuangzhu," Xu Feng said without needing an introduction from Qiu Wuling, quickly offering his respects.
Qiu Xiuqi hurriedly returned the greeting and smiled, "Xu Daoyou's reputation precedes you; I am unworthy of such praise."
Seeing that the two were getting along well, Qiu Wuling said, "Xu Feng, I need to discuss matters with Chu Wushang, so I won't accompany you to the Pharmacy. Make sure to learn from Qiu Zhuangzhu; he is one of the few Alchemy experts in the Liuxiang Kingdom."
"Thank you, Elder Qiu."
Qiu Wuling then left for the discussion hall while Xu Feng followed Qiu Xiuqi to his Pharmacy.
The Pharmacy is located on the southern side of Wangyue Peak, occupying a larger area than the Artifact Workshop due to the need for cultivating medicinal herbs.
As they entered the Pharmacy's enclosure, a fragrant aroma filled the air. Various medicinal herbs swayed gently in the breeze. Most of these herbs are decades old, with some over a hundred years. Xu Feng was accustomed to high-grade herbs and felt indifferent towards these "inferior goods."
Noticing Xu Feng's calm demeanor, Qiu Xiuqi couldn't help but admire Xu Feng's composure; he truly was a promising candidate for alchemy.
"Xu Daoyou can refine that level of Yuan Ling Dan; your Alchemy skills have already surpassed mine. I should seek your guidance," Qiu Xiuqi remarked. When Qiu Wuling introduced Xu Feng to him, he had given Qiu Xiuqi a Super Spirit Pill refined by Xu Feng.
Xu Feng wiped his sweat and said, "Elder Qiu overestimates me. My ability to refine that pill was purely accidental; if you ask me to do it again, I might fail miserably." He couldn't admit that he had used a large quantity of herbs just to stumble upon success.
Qiu Xiuqi smiled without speaking and led Xu Feng into the Alchemy Room. As an Outer Sect disciple of the New Moon Sect introduced personally by Qiu Wuling, Qiu Xiuqi understood that Xu Feng was not being entirely truthful but felt it inappropriate to press further.
All other disciples in the Alchemy Room were dismissed, leaving only Qiu Xiuqi and Xu Feng. "Is there anything else you would like me to introduce you to, Xu Daoyou?" Qiu Xiuqi asked. He knew that Xu Feng came to learn about Alchemy, but since they were at the same level as Intermediate Pill Kings, it would be more beneficial to exchange ideas rather than simply learn.
Xu Feng repeated his earlier tactic and took out a box containing four-hundred-year-old medicinal herbs. "I came here in a hurry and wasn't well-prepared. Please accept this herb as a token of my respect; otherwise, I will feel uneasy." Regardless of anything else, he believed that presenting a gift would facilitate their interaction.
Upon seeing that medicinal herb, Qiu Xiuqi's eyes immediately lit up. Having spent his life in Alchemy, he could naturally discern its quality at a glance; this was a rare good medicine that had been around for four hundred years.
Without a second thought, he took it first and happily accepted the herb, saying, "Xu Daoyou is truly generous, thank you very much."
Feeling indebted, Xu Feng then began to ask Qiu Xiuqi questions about Alchemy. Qiu Xiuqi had been briefed by Qiu Wuling beforehand, and since he had received Xu Feng's herb, he naturally shared everything he knew without reservation.
Xu Feng had only learned the True Alchemy Explanation in the realm of Dan Dao. His foundation was solid, but he lacked advanced skills. Relying on the benefits of Five Elements Cultivation and an endless supply of herbs, he managed to create a Fifth-Rank Pill. The detours he took and the wasted herbs were countless.
After asking some basic questions and gaining a general understanding of Xu Feng's knowledge in Dan Dao, Qiu Xiuqi felt confident and asked Xu Feng to demonstrate his spiritual fire.
Xu Feng publicly claimed to practice both Fire and Earth dual cultivation, but secretly, he focused his spiritual power to form a red flame in his palm. Upon seeing this, Qiu Xiuqi nodded and said, "Flames are categorized into four colors: red, blue, purple, and green. Your red flame is of relatively high quality; well done. How is your Wood Element Spiritual Power?"
Xu Feng was known as a waste in the Wood Element at New Moon Sect; this was no secret. People assumed he specialized only in Fire and Earth, likely having abandoned the Wood Element's cultivation method long ago. However, the Wood Element was extremely important for Alchemy, so Qiu Xiuqi couldn't help but ask.
Understanding that Qiu Xiuqi's question stemmed from his unique habits related to Alchemy, Xu Feng summoned his spiritual power to form a green flower in his palm and presented it to Qiu Xiuqi.
"Ah!" Upon seeing Xu Feng release Wood Element Spiritual Energy, Qiu Xiuqi was taken aback. "You... you have actually cultivated the Wood Element Technique to the Foundation Establishment Stage? So that's it! No wonder you can refine such powerful Fifth-Rank Pills." Qiu Xiuqi realized this with astonishment while also being impressed by Xu Feng's Wood Element Spiritual Power.
Qiu Xiuqi himself possessed dual talents in Fire and Wood elements, making him an excellent candidate for Alchemy. However, the difficulty of cultivating both elements simultaneously was immense. After years of effort, he ultimately had to give up on Wood Element cultivation and focus solely on Fire Element One Star. He could only reach the ninth layer of Refining Qi with Wood Element and could not advance further to Foundation Establishment. He never expected that Xu Feng could cultivate Wood Element to the Foundation Establishment Stage while also practicing Fire and Earth dual cultivation. Qiu Xiuqi couldn't help but sigh at the younger generation's potential with envy in his eyes.
Xu Feng feigned surprise while secretly feeling delighted. He had just controlled his spiritual power to show only his Wood Element Foundation Establishment strength, which already shocked Qiu Xiuqi. If he were to reveal his Golden Core Stage Wood Element Spiritual Power, it would surely leave Qiu Xiuqi utterly astounded.
It seemed that Wood Element Spiritual Power indeed played an immeasurable role in Dan Dao.
Cultivating three elements simultaneously to Golden Core Stage would be too shocking for others; Xu Feng dared not reveal this.
"The activity of Wood Element Spiritual Power is crucial. In Dan Dao, without Wood Element Spiritual Power, one can at most refine Fourth-Rank Pills. It's a pity my Wood Element has only reached the ninth layer of Refining Qi; I cannot break through to Foundation Establishment. Otherwise, with my strength in Dan Dao, refining Sixth-Level Elixirs would be a piece of cake. Fellow Daoist Xu, I never expected you to possess Foundation Establishment Stage Wood Element Spiritual Power; this is truly incredible! As far as I know, you are practicing Fire and Earth dual cultivation. To simultaneously cultivate Wood Element to Foundation Establishment Stage is indeed a once-in-a-century talent." Qiu Xiuqi was thoroughly impressed.
Xu Feng quickly replied, "It's just luck, just luck."
Qiu Xiuqi suddenly said, "Xu Daoyou, since you have the intention to refine medicine and your talent is so outstanding, I wonder if you would be interested..." Qiu Xiuqi felt embarrassed to continue; at this moment, asking Xu Feng to join the Pharmacy would indeed be putting Xu Feng in a difficult position.
Xu Feng naturally understood Qiu Xiuqi's intention and replied, "Thank you for your kind offer, Qiu Zhuangzhu. I came to the Pharmacy this time with the aim of making progress in the path of Dan Dao. However, I have too many matters to attend to and fear that I cannot commit to long-term Alchemy." Xu Feng declined politely; no matter how strong Alchemy was, in the end, it still meant working for someone else. Xu Feng had enough of working in his previous life and did not want to do so again.
Xu Feng's refusal was expected, but Qiu Xiuqi was still unwilling to give up. He said, "Xu Daoyou has great aspirations; I cannot force you. However, could you consider becoming the Honorary Vice Master of the New Moon Sect's Pharmacy for Elder Qiu's sake?" Qiu Xiuqi's desire for talent surged, and he even brought up Qiu Wuling to pressure Xu Feng.
Seeing Qiu Xiuqi's sincere expression, Xu Feng knew that his words were heartfelt. He asked, "Honorary Vice Master?"
Noticing that Xu Feng did not directly refuse, Qiu Xiuqi quickly added, "Xu Daoyou has important matters to attend to; the New Moon Sect will not insist on keeping you. The so-called Honorary Vice Master is equivalent to a guest elder; it is merely a title without any tasks. As long as you can show your support when the sect faces life-and-death situations, that would be sufficient. Additionally, the sect will regularly provide you with corresponding spiritual power as benefits."
So that's how it is; this is indeed a leisurely position. Xu Feng stroked his chin and thought for a moment before saying, "Alright."
Xu Feng was not concerned about the benefits from the New Moon Sect but rather aimed for better learning in Alchemy. His skills were currently lacking; although he possessed excellent Wood Element Spiritual Power, it would be wasted if he did not know how to use it.
Qiu Xiuqi was eager to win over Xu Feng; if he could not secure him, there was a risk that Xu Feng might refuse to teach or hold back knowledge, which would be counterproductive.
Seeing that Xu Feng agreed, Qiu Xiuqi felt a weight lift off his shoulders and smiled broadly, resembling a blooming begonia.
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