Alchemy requires a lot of energy. For those who are not alchemists, like them, it takes even more time.
But aside from specialized alchemy sects like Medicine King Sect, most sects still cultivate their own alchemists.
Guhan Sect was no exception. So this time, they would also send participants to the alchemy competition.
Since registration was open, Qin Ming thought to ask Song Wanníng. If she really got to visit the Central Domain, it would be perfect. After all, they had blind trust in this extraordinary Martial Nephew of theirs.
"All right, then please help me sign up, Martial Uncle!"
Song Wanníng smiled slightly. She wanted to see how the legacy Medicine King Sect obtained differed from hers. More than that, she was curious to witness the spectacular expression on their faces when they saw her enter the competition.
...
While everyone busily registered, Xiao Heyun barely dodged another assassination attempt.
Since the truth came out, the people of Canglan Sect had been hunting him relentlessly—even dispatching Divine Soul cultivators, no matter the cost!
This left his old wounds unhealed and added new injuries.
Not only did he have no time to woo any women, but he also owed the system points again and again. Now the system completely refused to talk to Xiao He Yun. His credit was maxed out, and no help would come.
Pfft—
Xiao Heyun spat out another mouthful of blood and collapsed, utterly drained. His body was covered in wounds, his organs shattered, and even the last pills were gone. With no way out, the only person he thought of was Xie Qinglan.
Among all the women he tried to court, only that foolish girl loved him wholeheartedly. Only she would help without expecting anything in return. Even though his favor rating had dropped a bit, she was still the highest among all his targets.
"System, I really don't think you should have brought me to this cultivation world..."
If this were the modern era or some other time, those women would fall for him with just a flick of a finger. But in the cultivation world, a place filled with scheming and death, where lives were easily lost, the women were even more cunning.
They would never fall head over heels for him so easily. Their greatest love was always themselves!
The system was too exhausted to even speak to Xiao Heyun anymore. It never expected to get such an unlucky host. Though he narrowly escaped disaster time and again, misfortune still dogged him relentlessly. It was truly frustrating.
"System, help me one more time. This is really the last time!"
Xiao Heyun had no choice but to ask for help again.
The system was silent.
It was not a wish-granting machine.
"I want to enter the alchemy competition. During the competition, no force is allowed to interfere or attack. As long as I win first place, those women will naturally like me more! And the rich rewards are too good to miss!"
Xiao Heyun pleaded with such earnestness he was nearly dry-mouthed before the system finally agreed to one last credit extension and exchanged a healing pill for him.
He immediately sent a message to Xie Qinglan, telling her about the competition and asking her to register for him, then come find him quickly.
Xie Qinglan was wealthy and had plenty of resources.
Once she arrived, he would no longer be so embarrassed.
Soon, he received her confirmation talisman, and his heart settled.
"Let's go to the city hosting the competition. Those Canglan Sect bastards will regret crossing me!"
A cruel light flashed in his eyes. Since Canglan Sect dared to hunt him, they should prepare to be wiped out!
...
Three days later, Song Wanníng left Zhuoyun Peak with Qin Ming and Feng Xue, heading to the plaza.
The plaza was bustling. Thousands of disciples gathered, chatting excitedly.
"I wonder who will represent our sect this time?"
"I bet on Senior Sister Cheng Zijun!"
"I think Gu Hao has a good chance!"
"Hah, you guys don't know anything. I heard Senior Brother Wang just successfully refined seventh-grade spiritual pills!"
"What? Seriously?"
The disciples immediately buzzed. After all, alchemists who could refine eighth-grade pills were called masters of the craft.
"Of course. This time Senior Brother Wang will definitely take a spot!"
They speculated eagerly, and some even set up betting pools.
But soon, one name on the list caught everyone's attention.
It was Song Wanníng.
"Hahaha, look! Song Wanníng is entering the competition too!"
"Really? Let me see... Wow, she really is!"
"She's an ascended being. Does she think just making some ordinary pills will qualify her?"
"Haha, maybe that's possible..."
"Maybe her cultivation grew fast and her ego swelled. She thinks she can do anything!"
Many knew that Song Wanníng's cultivation had grown after the secret realm trial.
This stirred jealousy and dissatisfaction.
After all, they had worked hard for years, but could not match an ascended cultivator in a few months. Who could accept that?
So many made bitter remarks.
Others defended Song Wanníng:
"You guys better stop talking nonsense. Last time you all bragged and got slapped in the face by her results."
"Exactly. The Tianmu List last time still hasn't been forgotten. Song Wanníng might not know, but those on Zhuoyun Peak do."
"Stop biting off more than you can chew!"
"What did you say?"
"I'm talking to you. What's the matter?"
"You—"
Suddenly the crowd erupted in argument and shouting.
Song Wanníng, the center of attention, raised her brow slightly at the lively scene.
This was truly a spectacle.
She was about to find a place to wait when she heard Yue Lin's voice.
"Senior Sister Song!!!"
Yue Lin strode over, face beaming with joy.
Looking closer, his cultivation had advanced, probably rewarded by his family.
Song Wanníng smiled more deeply, unaware of the sudden change in expressions among the surrounding disciples.
"What did Senior Brother Yue just call her?"
"Senior Brother Yue is at Void Refinement peak. By age and cultivation, he should be Senior Brother."
"Senior Sister Song, we heard you're entering the competition. We came specially to cheer for you!"
Yue Lin's admiration for Song Wanníng ran deep. After returning, he spoke to his family elders and gained their support. Since he could make friends with Song Wanníng, he intended to seize the opportunity.
So his last hesitation disappeared. As long as Senior Sister Song did not mind, he would stick with her from now on.
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Ah hahaha
She get a new dog~