A god-level alchemist, starting by manually crafting forbidden pills.

Luo Fan chuckled twice, quickly stepped back, walked to Qian Butong, and took out a pill.

"Uncle Qian, this Breakthrough Pill is something I obtained in the secret realm. It can help those at the peak of Foundation Establishment break through their bottleneck."

"I am deeply grateful for Senior Sister Xiong's care this time. I have no way to repay you, so I present this pill to you."

Qian Butong took the pill and laughed heartily, "Good lad! We're family, no need for formalities!"

This isn't some kind of elixir; it's a betrothal gift.

Pills that are effective for Foundation Establishment stage cultivators cannot be used by someone at the Golden Core stage.

He patted Luo Fan on the shoulder and winked.

"Kid, if you really want to thank me, why don't you come to Weapon Peak more often and give your Senior Sister Xiong some guidance in her cultivation?"

"Master!"

Xiong Chumo blushed and stomped her foot in a coquettish tone.

Who knows what kind of cultivation this old rascal is referring to?

Luo Fan was both amused and exasperated.

Master Qingxiao saw this and felt jealous, so he snorted coldly.

"As a disciple of Danfeng, you don't understand alchemy and only know how to give away pills refined by others. How laughable."

Luo Fan turned around and bowed to Master Qingxiao, saying, "Master Qingxiao is right."

"This disciple is dull-witted, and indeed, I am not as proficient as my senior uncle in the art of alchemy."

"As an elder of the Pill Hall, my master knows nothing about alchemy. I am ashamed of my own inferiority and will definitely seek more guidance from him in the future."

These words, though seemingly respectful, were in fact piercing to the heart.

Master Qingxiao is known as Elder Dantang, but his alchemical skills are far inferior to Li Chishui's.

Now that Luo Fan had praised him in public, he was so angry that he almost ripped off his wig.

"You! You bastard!"

He pointed at Luo Fan, trembling uncontrollably.

"Ha ha ha ha!"

Qian Butong laughed loudly, "You brat, what are you comparing yourself to an old mudfish? He has no right to compare himself to you!"

Liu Linglong covered her mouth and chuckled, "Alright, alright, Xiao Fan, don't be rude."

The doting look in her eyes was undisguised.

Fairy Yunxi coughed lightly to suppress the laughter of the crowd. She looked at Luo Fan with a look of satisfaction in her eyes.

"Luo Fan, your performance this time was excellent."

"Through three layers of inheritance, I forcefully slayed the demonic cultivator, rescued my fellow disciples from danger, and brought glory to my Peach Blossom Temple."

"Remember to avoid arrogance and impatience, cultivate diligently, and do not let your master down."

Luo Fan bowed, "This disciple will remember."

Fairy Yunxi then looked at Xie Nantian and the others.

"You lot, come with me."

"Yes."

Xie Nantian, Chu Wuyai, Shen Fufeng, Zhao Jingzhou, and Yan Wujiu responded in unison.

They walked towards the main hall of the sect leader.

Liu Linglong accepted the jade box and stepped forward with a smile.

"Little one, I really like your gift. It's so thoughtful of you. You're even more well-behaved than my apprentice!"

Her fingertips traced the back of Luo Fan's hand, her beautiful eyes curving into crescents.

"The sect leader previously gave an order that if you can get into the top ten..."

Not only will the alchemy assessment be waived, but the supply of resources to the Pill Peak will also be restored, and the resources will be doubled.

She paused, deliberately drawing out her words, "From now on, Yao Feng is your... backyard."

The last three words were spoken softly and gently, with an indescribable charm.

Luo Fan cursed the witch inwardly, his expression unchanged.

Just as he was about to express his gratitude, he saw Liu Linglong turn to Qingxiao Shangren and look at him with a smile.

"Senior Brother Qingxiao, you wouldn't... have any objections, would you?"

Master Qingxiao's face twitched. "Danfeng needs someone skilled in alchemy to oversee it."

"What use would it be if Luo Fan didn't know how to refine pills, even if the resources were doubled?"

Liu Linglong's beautiful eyes darted around, and she covered her lips with a soft laugh, "But you're still here~"

"You are an elder of the Pill Hall, so why don't you have your Pill Hall supply the sect's future pill resources as well?"

"you!"

Master Qingxiao twitched his beard. "Absurd!"

He turned around and walked away without looking back, but his back view looked rather disheveled.

Liu Linglong then turned to Lu Qingdai.

"My disciple, you did well this time. I will reward you when I return."

Lu Qingdai's heart stirred.

Judging from the way Master looked at Luo Fan... could it be that he intends to betroth himself to him?

After all, his master's attitude towards Luo Fan was far too affectionate; his eyes were practically watering.

Thinking of this, Lu Qingdai's cheeks flushed slightly. "It's all up to Master."

After saying that, she turned and ran away shyly.

Liu Linglong: "..."

She watched her disciple's hurried departure, feeling somewhat bewildered.

What's this little girl thinking?

It's just a reward, isn't it?

Why are you embarrassed? But she didn't think much of it.

Liu Linglong turned around and looked at Luo Fan again, her eyes filled with even more allure.

"Xiao Fan, come visit Medicine Peak sometime. Your martial uncle will teach you how to sow seeds, bury the soil, and plant spiritual herbs."

After saying that, she swayed her slender waist and walked smilingly toward the main hall of the sect.

That silhouette was incredibly alluring.

Luo Fan blinked, wanting to know if this sowing was legitimate.

Also, why does Liu Linglong seem to be a completely different person more and more?

Where has that gentle and refined temperament gone? Not a trace of it has appeared; instead, it seems more like…

That night, the enchanting woman who teased him.

Qian Butong shook his head as he watched, "Junior Sister's eyes look like she's about to devour someone."

He does not mean that.

Bai Jie frowned, seemingly lost in thought.

"Hey kid, how about coming over to my Weapon Peak for a visit?"

Luo Fan quickly cupped his hands in greeting, "Uncle Qian is too kind, but I have just experienced the secret realm."

"Your cultivation still needs to be stabilized; I will trouble you again another time."

"Does it really have to be later?"

Qian Butong winked and nudged him with his shoulder, then gestured towards Xiong Chumo with his chin.

"Girl, go!"

Xiong Chumo was taken aback. "Huh?"

He immediately realized what was happening, and was filled with shame and anger. He picked up the Thunder and Fire Hammer and slammed it down.

Qian Butong cried out in pain as he was smashed by the hammer and sent flying, disappearing into the distance like a shooting star.

The echo of that traitor's voice lingered in the air for a long time.

Xiong Chumo blushed, stomped her foot, and turned to run away.

Looking at the small black dot on the horizon, Luo Fan exclaimed sincerely, "Wow, it's flying so high!"

Before he could finish speaking, his ear was grabbed.

"What a scoundrel, all he does is philander."

Bai Jie appeared beside him at some point, her pretty face slightly cold. "I'll deal with you later."

She left Luo Fan with only a cold, aloof silhouette.

Luo Fan rubbed his reddened ears and smiled wryly.

What kind of mess is this?

He shook his head and walked towards Danfeng.

The Sect Leader's Hall.

Fairy Yunxi sat in the main seat, while Liu Linglong sat below her, leaning lazily against the back of her chair.

Xie Nantian and his four companions stood respectfully in the hall.

"Sect Leader, what are your orders for summoning us here?"

Xie Nantian asked.

Fairy Yunxi remained calm.

"Five days from now is the day to go to the Zhengyang Sect for the martial arts competition."

"At that time, all the righteous sects will gather, and you, representing my Peach Blossom Temple, must perform well."

"These next few days, you should all stay inside the gate and meditate quietly, and do not go out."

She took out a jade bottle and handed it to Xie Nantian.

"This is a Rejuvenation Pill, which can help you heal your injuries and stabilize your cultivation."

Xie Nantian hesitated for a moment and didn't answer.

"Sect Leader, actually Junior Brother Luo has already given us some pills."

"Besides, we only have minor injuries, so there's no need to waste the sect leader's pills."

He secretly observed Fairy Yunxi's reaction.

Seeing that she and Liu Linglong remained calm, it seemed they had expected this.

One can't help but wonder, did the sect leader already know that Luo Fan could refine pills?

Fairy Yunxi placed the jade bottle on the table. "In that case, take it. I will protect you."

"Yes."

The five were flattered and each took out a pill given to them by Luo Fan.

Before long, the medicinal effects circulated throughout his body, his spiritual energy rapidly recovered, and his aura steadily increased.

Yan Wujiu suddenly widened his eyes.

He had been stuck at the peak of the sixth level of Foundation Establishment for half a year, but now there were faint signs of a breakthrough.

It wasn't just him.

Chu Wuyai, Shen Fufeng, and Zhao Jingzhou also felt the bottleneck loosening.

Xie Nantian's dantian trembled, and he faintly touched the threshold of the ninth level of Foundation Establishment.

Yunxi didn't disturb her, observing the effects of Luo Fan's pills while sensing the fluctuations of spiritual energy.

The five of them quickly sat down cross-legged and began to practice their internal energy cultivation techniques.

Half an hour later.

Yan Wujiu was the first to open his eyes, his aura stabilizing at the seventh level of Foundation Establishment.

Following closely behind, Chu Wuyai, Shen Fufeng, and Zhao Jingzhou broke through to the eighth level of Foundation Establishment.

Finally, Xie Nantian's aura surged, and he broke through to the ninth level of Foundation Establishment in one fell swoop.

The five were both surprised and delighted. They stood up and bowed, saying, "Thank you, Sect Leader!"

They were shocked; they never imagined that the Lesser Rejuvenation Pill would have such miraculous effects.

Moreover, the medicine is mild and has no side effects.

No, wait a minute?

Yan Wujiu felt something was wrong; his body seemed to be getting hot.

Looking down, they were horrified.

What the hell!

The other four also noticed something was wrong, and they all lowered their heads, their faces turning red at the same time.

Can anyone tell them what the hell is going on?

Chu Wuyai's forehead was sweating. If this was misunderstood, it would be a great disrespect!

Fairy Yunxi coughed lightly, turned her face away, and her ears turned slightly red.

"It's alright, his pills have some side effects, no need to panic."

Liu Linglong covered her mouth and chuckled softly, her beautiful eyes sweeping over them.

"Remember to keep the matter of the elixir a secret. Also..."

Her smile deepened. "Next time you take his Little Rejuvenating Pill, remember to wear inconspicuous pants."

"..."

Xie Nantian led the way, and the five of them bowed and fled in panic, with Liu Linglong's coquettish laughter behind them.

Yunxi shook her head helplessly, "Junior sister, how can you look at people like that?"

"I don't care to watch them at all~"

She took out the jade box and stroked the spirit seed inside. "My spirit herb seeds are still the prettiest~"

"Junior Sister, the Zhengyang Sect's martial arts competition is still one spot short of ten. What are your thoughts on this?"

"That's your problem, I don't care."

Liu Linglong stood up, stretched, revealing her curves.

She walked out of the hall, and when she reached the door, she turned back and smiled sweetly.

"How about I go to Danfeng again tonight?"

"What are you going there for?"

"Sleep with him."

"..."