Jidao Wusheng: I am invincible in my flesh and tear the weirdness apart with my bare hands

While Huo Ran was overjoyed, Zhang Lingshan also took a deep breath of the elixir fragrance and felt a clear stream immediately enter his body and flow through his meridians.

'So that's its function.'

Zhang Lingshan thought to himself.

This thing is useless to him.

He had already noticed the problem with the surrounding spiritual energy. Others would experience blocked meridians when absorbing it, but his constitution was extraordinary, so he didn't need to worry about blockages and therefore didn't need the Purifying Lotus Pill to help cleanse his meridians.

Since that's the case, Zhang Lingshan wasn't very interested in the Pure Lotus Pill anymore. He said, "This batch of Pure Lotus Pills is a hundred times better than the ones you refined before. I won't ask you for more; just give me ten times the merit points you earned before. That is, 100,000 merit points."

"Hahaha."

He burst into laughter, sending all fifteen Pure Lotus Pills into the teleportation slot as he said, "I think you're desperate for money! You dare ask me for 100,000 merit points for just one batch of refining."

"hehe."

Zhang Lingshan sneered, stopped talking, and sat down in a corner to rest with his eyes closed.

Huo Ran glanced at him coldly and ignored him.

Half a day passed.

Huo Ran seemed to finally calm down from his euphoria and said, "Zhang Lingshan, whether this refining was a coincidence or truly due to you, I think it's impossible to say for the time being. So, how about you help me refine another batch, and demonstrate your techniques during the refining process? Once it's confirmed that it's your achievement, I'll give you 100,000 merit points."

"Haha."

Zhang Lingshan laughed loudly: "You have a good plan. Do you really think others are fools? First, transfer 100,000 merit points to me, otherwise I won't help you refine another batch."

"How dare you!"

Suddenly enraged, he slammed his palms out, striking Zhang Lingshan's shoulders with both hands, and shouted, "Get out! Do you really think I can't do without you? My success just now was a breakthrough for me."

"Is that so? Then good luck."

Zhang Lingshan grimaced in pain, gritted his teeth, and said before walking out of the alchemy room.

This time, I didn't earn a single penny from alchemy and even got slapped three times. It's really frustrating.

Fortunately, it wasn't a complete loss.

One bottle of Qingquan Dan is nothing special; taking it every day isn't a particularly rare gain.

But that one Immortal Elixir was such a pleasant surprise that we had to find a way to get more of it.

Thinking of this, Zhang Lingshan walked straight to the stairwell without saying a word and said to the steward, "I have the talent to refine the Pure Lotus Pill. The Pure Lotus Pill that Huo Ran just refined was of a higher quality than his previous ones, which is my achievement."

"Therefore, I must refine pills!"

“Last time I came, you wouldn’t allow me to go to the first floor to refine pills, but things are different now.”

"Report my idea to the alchemy pavilion this time and see how they respond."

Zhang Lingshan spoke eloquently, with a confident and proud expression.

The steward's face darkened slightly. Although he was very displeased with the attitude of the little fire boy, the boy had mentioned something important.

The process of refining the Pure Lotus Pill is not something that a mere steward like him can decide.

Moreover, he had just received news that Huo Ran had successfully refined a mid-grade Pure Lotus Pill, which was Huo Ran's first time ever.

I thought I had suddenly broken through, but I never expected it was all thanks to this kid.

But this kid has no proof. If you believe him based on just his one-sided story, wouldn't you look like an idiot?

"You stay here and wait."

The manager said.

Unable to determine whether Zhang Lingshan's words were true or false, he did not report it for the time being, but waited quietly for Huo Ran to refine the next batch.

As the manager of the fifth floor, everything on the fifth floor was under his control.

He knew this from the moment Huo Ran resumed refining after Zhang Lingshan left.

Now, we only need to see if Huo Ran can succeed in another batch to know whether the previous batch was due to Zhang Lingshan's skill or Huo Ran's skill.

now.

Inside the alchemy room.

He suddenly activated his water-based spiritual veins and began refining the Pure Lotus Pill.

He was able to refine the Pure Lotus Pill, so he was naturally a water-type flame refiner. However, as an alchemist, he was reluctant to waste his own water-type spiritual veins, which is why he had been borrowing other fire-starting boys.

But at the moment.

He was so excited and eager to know whether it was Zhang Lingshan's fault or his own improvement that he didn't have time to look for the other fire- tending boys. He was determined to test his true abilities.

As time went by, his expression grew increasingly grim.

at last.

The familiar fragrance of cinnamon filled my nostrils.

It was successful, but the pills were no different from before, or even worse. In the past, I could make at least nine or ten pills, but this time I only made eight.

Because I didn't use the fire-bringing attendant, refining pills by myself was too tiring, so the pill-forming effect was slightly worse.

'Could it really be because of that kid?'

Huo Ran was filled with immense doubt.

I didn't see that kid do anything, so why is the effect of the pill formation so different?

What kind of bizarre methods does this kid possess?
If I could acquire this method, wouldn't I be able to do whatever I want in the Alchemy Pavilion?

Damn.

That wretched brat.

Relying on his skills, he dared to be disrespectful to me in every way, yet I was powerless to do anything about it.

but.

This alchemy session took more than three hours. That kid took two of my Great Compassion Palms; his shoulders must be almost ruined by now.

Having suffered so much, I don't believe he can still be so tough.
Thinking of this, he suddenly opened the door to the alchemy room and shouted, "Zhang Lingshan, come in quickly, don't you want your arm anymore?"

“Of course you should come in, but this time, the steward should also come in.”

Zhang Lingshan also shouted loudly.

'Is the steward coming in too?'

Huo Ran had a bad feeling, but before he could reprimand Zhang Lingshan, he saw the steward walk over with Zhang Lingshan.

Zhang Lingshan's shoulder had also returned to normal.

Seemingly noticing Huo Ran's gaze, the steward said, "You were too ruthless. If he were crippled because of this, wouldn't it have been a waste to have him transferred here? So I helped him remove the poison from his palm. You don't mind, do you?"

"It is Zhang Lingshan's good fortune that Manager Wei personally helped him. It is also my fault for being too heavy-handed and not considering the consequences. With Manager Wei in charge of the overall situation, it is a blessing for everyone on the fifth floor."

He suddenly cupped his hands in greeting.

Zhang Lingshan thought to himself, "Huo Ran was arrogant and domineering in front of us fire-tending boys, but in front of this little steward, he's as obedient as a lamb."

They really thought he had a high status.

Seeing this, Zhang Lingshan felt even more confident. "Since you understand, I won't say anything more."

Steward Wei said calmly, then added, "I heard from Zhang Lingshan that he has a talent for refining the Pure Lotus Pill. Why don't we go in and let me see how he's going to refine it? If he's lying, I'll use the Spirit Binding Hoop to control him and make him your slave for all eternity, refining pills for you. What do you say?"

"This……"

Huo Ran's expression changed involuntarily.

If I disagree, wouldn't that be a tacit proof that Zhang Lingshan has the talent to refine the Pure Lotus Pill? I'm just afraid, that's why I disagree.

But if he agrees, will this kid really rise to the top in one step?

Oh shit!

I've been tricked.

This kid used his own hands to refine a mid-grade Pure Lotus Pill in order to prove to his superiors that he had the ability, so that they would train him and make him a true alchemist.

hateful!

Huo Ran cursed inwardly, filled with regret.

He shouldn't have teleported away that mid-grade Pure Lotus Pill just now. He should have secretly hidden it away so that no one would know he had refined a mid-grade Pure Lotus Pill, and Zhang Lingshan's abilities would remain unknown to others.

However, even if I did that, it would be of no use.

Being in the alchemy pavilion means being under their supervision; no matter how you try to hide, you can't escape their surveillance.

all in all.

When he accepted Zhang Lingshan's help, everything was already destined.

This kid had already planned all of this, which is why he calmly came to the alchemy pavilion to help him refine pills.

That's why this kid dared to be disrespectful to me and dared to show a strong and unyielding attitude.

Damn it!
Suddenly, he was so angry that his teeth itched.

If he had known that borrowing Zhang Lingshan would not have given him a more hardworking and dedicated assistant, but rather a more competitive one, he would never have done it.

What's even more terrifying is that this competitor, who had only refined the Pure Lotus Pill with him for half a year, had actually mastered the secret to improving the quality of the Pure Lotus Pill.

If he were to successfully become an alchemist, how would I be able to compete with him?
Let alone fight.

With this kid's abilities, he'll definitely become a Jade Token Alchemist. At that time, I'll have to be mindful of his feelings and even kneel down to him.

It’s over.

Huo Ran's mind raced through a flurry of thoughts, his expression shifting several times in the blink of an eye. If Steward Wei hadn't been there, he probably would have already killed Zhang Lingshan.

No one would want to let such a formidable competitor live.

How can I feel at ease if I don't kill him?

"What are you thinking?"

Manager Wei said in a deep voice, "My suggestion is beneficial and harmless to you; it's a great thing. What's there to hesitate about? Do you have a better suggestion?"

"Don't dare."

Suddenly jolted awake, he quickly said, "We'll do as Steward Wei says. Steward Wei, please come in."

"Ah."

Manager Wei nodded slightly, then led Zhang Lingshan in and said, "Let's begin."

"Yes."

Zhang Lingshan said, "But I don't know how to refine pills yet. I can only assist Alchemist Huo in improving the quality of the Pure Lotus Pill. So I can't refine it by myself. I need Alchemist Huo's help. I just don't know if Alchemist Huo is willing to help."

"Isn't that obvious?"

Steward Wei said, "Since you ascended from the mortal realm, of course you wouldn't be able to refine elixirs from my immortal realm. The reason I let you in today is to see how you'll help Alchemist Huo improve the quality of the Pure Lotus Pill. Alchemist Huo, please come in. I'm also very curious to know how you refined that batch of mid-grade immortal elixirs before?"

"Yes."

Huo Ran dared not waste any words and immediately began refining the Pure Lotus Pill using the water-based spiritual fire that Zhang Lingshan had activated.

Even without Zhang Lingshan, the future Pure Lotus Alchemist, he could still stand tall when facing Steward Wei.

But now that Zhang Lingshan is a threat, he dares not act childishly anymore. If Zhang Lingshan dislikes him and starts to cultivate Zhang Lingshan, and Zhang Lingshan actually succeeds, he will be finished.

and so.

They had to listen to the other party and cooperate fully with Zhang Lingshan, daring not to resort to any underhanded tactics.

Manager Wei is no pushover; he personally supervises everything, and no amount of trickery can escape his sharp eyes.

Time passed silently and abruptly.

Zhang Lingshan, as before, simply maintained his water-based spiritual fire, without making any other moves.

However, the final result was fifteen fully formed, mid-grade Pure Lotus Pills.

'Damn it, how did this kid do that? I still can't figure out a single clue.'

Huo Ran roared inwardly, then looked at Steward Wei.

Manager Wei looked thoughtful for a moment before saying, "Zhang Lingshan, I have reported your matter to the higher-ups, and they have approved your request. They want you to go to the first floor and work as a fire-tending boy to familiarize yourself with the alchemy process in my Alchemy Pavilion. However, there are conditions."

"What are the conditions?" Zhang Lingshan asked.

Manager Wei said, "Every month, you must spend fifteen days here helping Huo Ran refine mid-grade Pure Lotus Pills. This project is of great importance and cannot be stopped. Therefore, the time you spend on the first floor will be during your spare time when you are refining Pure Lotus Pills. Can you accept this?"

“Refining the Pure Lotus Pill is my duty, and I cannot shirk it,” Zhang Lingshan declared loudly.

Manager Wei smiled slightly and said, "It's good that you understand this principle. My name is Wei Chongqian. Although I can't help you with alchemy, you can come to me for anything else. No other managers, including alchemists, can help you. You are only responsible to me, understand?"

"clear."

Zhang Lingshan immediately cupped his hands and said, "Thank you, Steward Wei. I see that Alchemist Huo is also tired today and needs to rest. I'm afraid that the refining of the Pure Lotus Pill will have to be done after three days of rest, just like before. I will go to the first floor to familiarize myself with the process. Please allow me, Steward Wei."

"Granted."

Wei Chongqian said.

However, Zhang Lingshan did not leave. Instead, he said to Huo Ran, "Master Huo, we agreed that one batch would yield 100,000 merit points. I have refined two batches for you. Now, I will give you 200,000 merit points. Please transfer the money to you."

"Two hundred thousand merit points? A full-grade mid-level Pure Lotus Pill is worth much more than that. In my opinion, Master Huo, you must show your sincerity and not lose sight of the bigger picture for the sake of a small gain."

Wei Chongqian spoke earnestly.

Suddenly jolted awake, he quickly replied, "Yes, yes, Manager Wei is right. Zhang Huogong, I was a bit short-tempered before, mainly because I was anxious about not being able to refine the mid-grade Pure Lotus Pill. Now that Zhang Huogong has joined us, the two of us working together to refine it are the best partners in the world."

As he spoke, he directly gave Zhang Lingshan one million merit points.

It hurts.

Although a million wasn't much to him, he was about to give it away to this brat, who was about to become his formidable rival. How could he not feel the pinch?

This is aiding the enemy.

Although he was annoyed, the fact was what it was, and there was nothing he could do but hope that the kid simply had a special water-type spiritual root and didn't actually know how to refine pills.

Even if he were incredibly lucky and actually learned alchemy, it would be a hundred years before he could refine the Pure Lotus Pill.

A hundred years is a period in which anything can happen. (End of Chapter)