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Chapter 23 - Chapter 23: Xiao Yan's Promise.

  He was born into an ordinary family, his parents only at the level of Dou Shi. At the age of twenty-five, he achieved Dou Zhe, a respectable aptitude for a small town.

  Later, he detected a talent for alchemy and, by chance, became a disciple of a second-rank alchemist.

  He was diligent in his youth, reaching the level of a first-rank alchemist at twenty-seven and a Dou Shi at twenty-nine, making him a prominent figure in his hometown. However

  , his good fortunes didn't last long. He met a woman.

  She came from a prominent family in the imperial capital, a simple young woman. At the age of twenty-eight, Luo Qianchen was struck by her beauty and launched a passionate pursuit, falling in love.

  "From now on, let's call our child Nian Nian."

  "Okay."

  The woman then left, having to deal with family matters.

  Ten years later, Luo Qianchen achieved Grand Dou Shi, becoming a third-rank alchemist. He traveled to the imperial capital to search for the woman, only to hear news of her impending marriage.

  Deeply shaken, he sought an explanation and, through connections he had made in the alchemy industry, met the woman.

  The woman was stunned, and when questioned by Luo Qianchen, she explained the reason.

  It turned out that she hadn't returned to Luo Qianchen because she had been betrothed by her family.

  Luo Qianchen, looking dejected, wanted to elope with her, but was discovered by the woman's family, and was imprisoned and subjected to inhuman torture.

  Later, the woman threatened Luo Qianchen with her life and the promise of a marriage that would bring huge benefits to the family, before releasing him.

  Although Luo Qianchen was released, the torture he endured during that time shattered his foundation, and he still hasn't reached the Dou Ling realm.

  Luo Qianchen reflected on his past, feeling his own bottleneck, and lamented the unfairness of the world.

  In this world, most of the time, you don't even have the courage to strive!

  "Master Luo, I'll be refining a fourth-grade Qi Gathering Powder at the Xiao family soon. I wonder if you're free to attend the ceremony?"

  Just as Luo Qianchen was lost in his memories, Su Yun's voice reached him.

  He was startled, then snapped back to his senses.

  "Okay. On the day of refining, send someone to the Alchemist Guild. I'll definitely be there."

  Luo Qianchen nodded. Observing the techniques of high-level alchemists would be extremely beneficial to him.

  "Okay."

  Su Yun said goodbye to Luo Qianchen and left the Alchemist Guild.

  Back home, Xiao Yixian was busy in the kitchen.

  She'd somehow become interested in cooking lately. It was a

  good thing, though. Traveling outside at the Dou Qi stage was too dangerous, so having something to do besides practicing was a welcome distraction.

  "Brother Su Yun."

  Seeing Su Yun return, Xiao Yixian's eyes curved into crescents, a smile spreading across her face.

  Su Yun nodded back, feeling a warm feeling in his heart.

  This kind of life wasn't bad.

  Honestly, during the year he'd returned to Wutan City, he'd considered living with Xiao Yixian forever.

  But after careful consideration, that wasn't realistic. Often, trouble will find you even if you don't seek it.

  In this world, without sufficient strength, you can't protect yourself or the things you cherish.

  To put it another way, Xiao Yixian's poisonous body is also a major problem. Although it hasn't been activated yet, it will have to be faced sooner or later.

  He can't be content with the status quo. He can only be at peace if he becomes stronger, so strong that no one is stronger than him.

  Xiao Yixian didn't know Su Yun's thoughts. She was very satisfied with her current life. As long as she was with her brother Su Yun, she was happy no matter what she did.

  After seven days, Su Yun invited Luo Qianchen to the Xiao family.

  In the Xiao family courtyard, Xiao Zhan and the three elders welcomed Su Yun and Luo Qianchen in.

  Hmm?

  Su Yun sensitively noticed that the three elders of the Xiao family didn't look very happy.   

  He didn't intervene. As an outsider, he couldn't interfere in the Xiao family's internal affairs.

  Meanwhile, the three elders of the Xiao family were furious but could not speak out.

  The damned Xiao Zhan had actually abused his power for personal gain, using family assets to purchase medicinal herbs for his son to refine the Qi Gathering Powder.

  Indeed, they had uncovered Xiao Zhan's embezzlement.

  In recent days, word had spread that Su Yun was planning to refine the Qi Gathering Powder for Xiao Yan.

  The herbs required to refine a fourth-grade elixir were incredibly precious. As the Xiao family's principals, they didn't know the exact amount of their assets, but they could give a rough estimate.

  Reflecting on the missing funds from the inner treasury, they immediately understood.

  Sure enough, the three of them joined forces to investigate, and the truth quickly surfaced.

  With Su Yun present, they dared not say anything.

  But they had been arguing fiercely a few days before.

  Su Yun retrieved the cauldron from his ring, exchanged a few pleasantries with Xiao Zhan, and then began refining the elixir.

  Half an hour later, the aroma of medicinal herbs filled the courtyard, and Su Yun found a new pill in his hand.

  His Dou Qi cultivation had now reached the Nine-Star Dou Master level, and his soul power had increased significantly from practicing the Soul Technique.

  Naturally, he no longer needed to use Dou Qi as strenuously as he had during the assessment, and his refining speed had naturally increased significantly.

  To Luo Qianchen, this scene seemed like a year had passed, and Su Yun's alchemy skills had greatly improved.

  Luo Qianchen looked at Su Yun, a flicker of astonishment in his eyes.

  He had met many fourth-grade alchemists before, but none could complete the Qi Gathering Powder in half an hour, and succeed on the first try!

  This boy's talent was truly terrifying! He

  had the potential to become a sixth-grade alchemist!

  Xiao Zhan, looking at the Qi Gathering Powder in Su Yun's hand, was overjoyed.

  He had been scolded by those three old men these past few days, and he didn't know how painful it must have been.

  And if Su Yun hadn't already been contacted, the three elders would have probably asked him to hand over the herbs.

  Seeing the Qi Gathering Powder successfully refined, Xiao Zhan felt that the pressure he had endured was worth it.

  Xiao Yan, standing beside Xiao Zhan, was equally overjoyed.

  Xiao Yan's expression was filled with excitement, his hands trembling uncontrollably.

  The Qi Gathering Powder! His Qi Gathering Powder!

  With this Qi Gathering Powder, he wouldn't need all the preparation. Tonight, he could reach the Fighter level!

  "You must be Xiao Yan, right?"

  Su Yun, holding the Qi Gathering Powder, walked up to Xiao Yan, a smile on his face.

  This was his first time meeting Xiao Yan as Han Li.

  "Yes, Master Han,"

  Xiao Yan quickly gathered his thoughts and spoke respectfully.

  "You're truly a hero from a young age.

  If you succeed in this breakthrough, you'll be a Fighter at the age of eleven.

  With such talent, you're probably top-tier, not just in the Jia Ma Empire, but in the entire Northwest Continent."

  Su Yun looked at Xiao Yan, his eyes filled with admiration.

  "Master Han, you're too kind. Regardless of whether Xiao Yan can achieve the Fighter level breakthrough here, I will always remember your kindness and will repay you handsomely in the future!"

  Xiao Yan looked at Su Yun and solemnly acknowledged.

  Su Yun looked at Xiao Yan's expression, not surprised. Xiao Zhan must have informed the boy of the situation.

  The tool, I've got it!

  (End of Chapter)

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