Daqin arrests alchemists, what does it matter to me as a qi refiner?

Yang Ling took a deep breath, gazing at the vast ocean before him, his heart filled with countless emotions. He knew that this voyage would be an unprecedented adventure, but he firmly believed that as long as he and Xu Fu worked together, they could overcome all difficulties and find the legendary elixir of immortality.

"Xu Fu, we must be extremely careful on this voyage," Yang Ling said solemnly. "The sea is unpredictable, and we must remain vigilant at all times."

Xu Fu nodded and replied, "Understood! Grand Preceptor, I will be careful." He was well aware of the dangers of this voyage, but he also firmly believed that following Yang Ling would ensure their success.

Yang Ling turned to look at the children, a pang of pity rising in his heart. They were innocent children, yet they were being dragged into this dangerous adventure because of his plan. But he firmly believed that as long as he could find the elixir, he could save them from their suffering and give them a happy life.

"Children, you must be obedient." Yang Ling walked up to the boys and girls and said gently, "Although this voyage is somewhat dangerous, as long as you follow me and Uncle Xu Fu, you will be safe. We will definitely take you to find the legendary elixir and let you live a good life."

The boys and girls nodded in agreement with Yang Ling's words, indicating their willingness to follow his instructions. Although they were young, they understood the importance of this voyage and were all willing to work hard for their future.

Yang Ling nodded in satisfaction, then turned to Xu Fu and said, "Xu Fu, let's set off!" After saying that, he took the lead and boarded the largest ship in the fleet.

Xu Fu followed closely behind and shouted, "Set sail!" With his command, the fleet slowly sailed away from the coast and headed into the vast ocean...

When Fusu learned of Yang Ling and Xu Fu's voyage from the palace, he was so shocked that he could not speak for a long time.

He had initially thought Yang Ling had given up on his plan to sail, but to his surprise, he had secretly set sail after all! This made him begin to doubt his own judgment—could it be that Yang Ling's voyage wasn't to seek the elixir of immortality? What, then, was his true purpose?
Fusu immediately summoned a group of trusted confidants to discuss countermeasures. He knew he had lost the initiative and needed to devise a plan to counter Yang Ling's voyage as soon as possible. However, just as they were discussing, unexpected news disrupted their plans—Yang Ling's fleet had encountered a massive storm at sea!
"What?! Yang Ling's fleet encountered a storm?!" Fusu exclaimed in surprise upon hearing the news. "How are they now?!"

"Reporting to Your Highness, Yang Ling's fleet has lost contact, and their fate is unknown," the eunuch who came to report said cautiously. He knew that this news was undoubtedly a heavy blow to Fusu.

Fusu was stunned upon hearing this—he had originally thought Yang Ling's voyage would be smooth sailing, but he never expected such a turn of events! This made him hesitate—should he take this opportunity to launch a coup and seize the throne?
Should he wait and see before making a decision? However, just as he was hesitating, another piece of news arrived, completely throwing him into disarray...

The storm arrived with extraordinary speed, like an enraged beast raging across the sea. Yang Ling and Xu Fu stood at the bow of the ship, facing the raging winds and towering waves. Although their hearts were filled with fear, they were even more determined and resolute.

"Grand Preceptor, this storm is too fierce! I'm afraid we can't hold on!" Xu Fu shouted, his voice almost drowned out by the storm.

Yang Ling gripped the ship's railing tightly, his gaze fixed firmly ahead: "Xu Fu, don't be afraid! We will definitely overcome this crisis!"

However, no sooner had they finished speaking than a huge wave crashed down upon them. The ship rocked violently, as if it would be capsized at any moment. Yang Ling and Xu Fu both closed their eyes, awaiting their fate.

When the two opened their eyes again, they found themselves caught in a bottomless whirlpool. All around was darkness, with only the roar of the sea echoing in their ears. "Grand Preceptor! Where are we?!" Xu Fu cried out in terror.

Yang Ling looked around, his mind blank. He knew they had been swept into the abyss at the bottom of the sea, their fate uncertain. But he didn't give up hope; instead, he mobilized all his strength, trying to find a way out.

"Xu Fu, don't panic! Although we are in danger, it doesn't mean we're going to die!" Yang Ling shouted. "You have to believe in me, believe that we will definitely find a way out!"

Hearing Yang Ling's words, Xu Fu calmed down a bit: "Yes! Grand Preceptor! I believe you!"

The two groped their way forward in the darkness. Yang Ling used his magic and senses to find a way out, while Xu Fu followed closely behind him. They knew that only by uniting as one could they have a chance of survival.

After an unknown amount of time, the two finally saw a faint glimmer of light. Overjoyed, they immediately quickened their pace and swam towards the light…

However, just as they were about to swim out of the abyss, a huge shadow blocked their path. They looked up and their eyes widened in horror—it was a gigantic sea monster! It opened its blood-red maw and lunged at them!

"Grand Preceptor, be careful!" Xu Fu shouted, trying to push Yang Ling away, but it was too late; the sea monster had already pounced on them...

Yang Ling's heart tightened, but he didn't give up hope. Instead, he gathered all his strength and punched the sea monster's head! With a loud "bang," the sea monster's head was dented from Yang Ling's blow! It howled in pain, then slowly collapsed...

Taking advantage of the opportunity, Yang Ling and Xu Fu swam past the sea monster, finally escaping the abyss and returning to the surface of the sea...

However, when they surfaced, they found themselves in unfamiliar waters. Surrounded by a vast ocean, there was no land or ships in sight. They knew they were completely lost and could only rely on instinct and luck to find their way home…

Thus began Yang Ling and Xu Fu's journey adrift on the vast ocean.

On the vast ocean, Yang Ling and Xu Fu had been drifting for several days. Their food and water were almost exhausted, and their strength was severely depleted. However, just when they were about to despair, a dazzling light suddenly descended from the sky and landed on the sea beside them.

Yang Ling and Xu Fu looked on in surprise, and saw a huge white dragon gradually appearing in the light. Its scales shimmered with a silvery-white light, and its eyes were bright and piercing, like two dazzling gems. (End of this chapter)