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

Luo Fan nodded.

As he passed by Zhao Yutang, he smiled and nodded at her and Zhao Heihu.

Zhao Heihu scratched his head and smiled sheepishly, while Zhao Yutang lowered her head even further, her ears turning red.

The two walked through the shop and came to the backyard.

Some exotic flowers and rare herbs have been newly planted in the yard, giving it a vibrant and lively feel.

Manager Wang walked to a side room and knocked on the door.

"Miss, Young Master Luo has arrived."

After a while.

The door opened.

A figure in light blue stepped out.

She was still veiled in white, but it couldn't hide her aloof and otherworldly temperament.

She walked to the stone table, sat down, and gestured with her hand.

"sit."

Luo Fan sat down opposite her.

Su Qingyuan picked up the teapot and poured him a cup of tea.

The aroma of tea is fragrant and refreshing.

Luo Fan picked up his teacup, took a sip, and asked, "Has Senior Sister's injury healed?"

"It's alright."

She put down the teapot and looked at Luo Fan. "I've sent people to inquire about the Rejuvenating Grass."

"This thing has extremely demanding growth conditions, requiring a place where extreme yin and extreme yang meet."

Moreover, they are often guarded by powerful demonic beasts, or live within strange and mysterious realms.

"This herb is even rarer not only because it is difficult to grow."

It is also known for its remarkable effects of prolonging life and stabilizing the spirit.

This applies to those unparalleled old monsters whose lifespans are nearing their end and who are desperately seeking to prolong their lives.

It is a priceless treasure.

Therefore, even if the Resurrection Herb occasionally appears in the world.

Often, before they are even fully developed, they have already been targeted by those old monsters or their subordinate forces.

She paused, then looked at Luo Fan.

"According to the scattered information I have received, the only place in the past few hundred years where the Rejuvenation Grass has appeared is in the Valley of Burial Immortals."

However, that place is extremely dangerous; even Nascent Soul cultivators risk perishing if they step inside.

Furthermore, the information may not be accurate, and even if it exists, there's no guarantee it won't be targeted by certain entities.

Su Qingyuan put down her teacup and looked directly at Luo Fan.

"Is it really worth taking such a dangerous risk for a little girl?"

Luo Fan did not hesitate.

"value."

One word.

Definitely.

Su Qingyuan looked at him and remained silent.

Then she smiled.

"Fool."

She gently shook her head. "You want a woman? What kind don't you have? I'm a woman too."

Luo Fan was stunned for a moment.

He smiled too.

"Senior sister is a fairy."

"Isn't it the same even if the lights are off?"

"..."

Luo Fan choked on his tea.

Why is this Senior Sister Su speaking so directly?

The shopkeeper next to him looked up at the sky, his eyes downcast, his mind blank, like a wooden statue.

"Let's go."

Su Qingyuan stood up, her skirt concealing her long, beautiful legs.

"Where is Senior Sister going?"

"Immortal Burial Valley."

Su Qingyuan turned to look at him, her eyes devoid of emotion.

"It's dangerous and unpredictable there. I feel more at ease with you."

Luo Fan was moved, but he did not move.

"Senior sister, before we set off, there's something else I'd like to ask for your help with."

Su Qingyuan turned around. "What is it?"

"I think Zhao Yutang is kind-hearted and has decent talent, so I'd like to take her as my apprentice."

Luo Fan touched his nose. "When I'm not around, I'd like to ask my senior sister to take care of me and give me some guidance."

Upon hearing this, Su Qingyuan raised an eyebrow, sat back down on the stone bench, and squinted at Luo Fan.

"That girl is not young anymore, and she missed the best time to lay a solid foundation."

If we want to rebuild her spiritual roots and guide her onto the path, the resources and energy required will be considerable.

The process was also quite troublesome.

She gave a half-smile.

"On the other hand, her brother Zhao Heihu is resolute and has already made great progress in the path of physical cultivation."

He's a promising talent; why don't you take him on as your apprentice?

She kept her eyes on Luo Fan as she spoke.

His gaze was calm, yet Luo Fan always felt a strange pressure.

Feeling a little guilty under her gaze, Luo Fan chuckled awkwardly, "Well, that's fine... Actually, taking Brother Black Tiger as a disciple would be quite good; he's a reliable person..."

"Alright."

Su Qingyuan suddenly interrupted him, a knowing smile on her face.

That smile held a hint of mockery, but also a hint of relief.

"Uncle Wang, go and call that girl over."

Manager Wang, who had been waiting nearby, immediately accepted the order and left.

Luo Fan was somewhat surprised, "Why did Senior Sister change her mind again?"

Su Qingyuan picked up her teacup and blew on the tea foam.

"After thinking about it carefully, I realized that girl has a rare Yin constitution."

I also benefited from the nourishment of your Nine-Turn Rejuvenation Pill, and my spiritual strength far exceeded that of ordinary people.

With proper nurturing, he may achieve great things in the path of alchemy in the future.

She looked at Luo Fan, a mischievous glint in her eyes, "And also, I've figured something out."

Luo Fan was puzzled.

Su Qingyuan parted her red lips slightly and spoke slowly and deliberately.

"If I accept her as my disciple, we will be in a master-disciple relationship. I must strictly adhere to etiquette and remain within the bounds of propriety. Could it be that..."

She blinked, and her delicate foot under the table kicked Luo Fan.

Then he said, "Are you capable of doing anything out of line with your sect leader?"

"..."

well.

Another fairy carrying a teapot.

Eh?

Why say "again"?

puff!

Seeing the embarrassment on Luo Fan's face, Su Qingyuan laughed out loud.

Soon, footsteps approached from afar.

Manager Wang led the timid Zhao Yutang over.

Her heart was visibly racing; she wondered why the young lady had suddenly summoned her.

Just as Zhao Yutang was about to step forward to pay her respects, Su Qingyuan spoke first, "Girl, would you be willing to become his disciple?"

"he?"

She glanced at Luo Fan, who was smiling, and her expression stiffened for a moment.

After a few breaths, she remembered what her brother had told her.

A celestial being like Luo Fan is not someone she can aspire to.

If it weren't for him, she would have died a violent death long ago.

If it weren't for him, how could I have come to Baicao Pavilion to settle down and make a living?

To have the opportunity to be accepted as a disciple by an immortal is already an invaluable blessing.

How could I dare to ask for anything more?

"Yu Tang... is willing..."

She clenched the hem of her dress, bit her pink lips, and finally looked at Luo Fan.

"Very well, today I will accept you as my disciple and lead you through this immortal realm to obtain the Dao fruit."

Luo Fan stood up with a smile, "Our Taoist sect is called Peach Blossom Temple. Ten thousand years ago, it was a renowned and prestigious sect."

"I hope that you will uphold the Daoist principles in the future, be undaunted by dangers and obstacles, and live up to the expectations your teacher has placed on you today."

Luo Fan straightened his back and applied the same tactics the old man had used on him to this girl.

Moreover, taking on apprentices is also a way to expand Danfeng's influence.

Zhao Yutang was filled with excitement and couldn't help but ask, "Master, what about now?"

"..."

Seeing Su Qingyuan covering her mouth and chuckling, Luo Fan cleared his throat. "Of course, it's still 'loud and clear'!"

Zhao Yutang understood.

The sound is still the same, but whether it's more impressive or not is another matter.

"Of course, our sect is a bit poor right now, and our mountain is a bit dilapidated. As for me... cough, my alchemy skills are a bit unique."

"But our advantage lies in our simple family traditions and harmonious atmosphere. Your senior sister Bai Jie... well, she is warm-hearted and highly cultivated."

"Your senior uncles Zhang Tie and Zhao Mang, although they are not always very bright."

His strength lies in his robust physique and drug resistance... I mean, he's an excellent protector of the mountain gate.

He patted Zhao Yutang on the shoulder, his tone softening.

"Once you enter my school, you are family. The path to enlightenment is long and arduous, and I may not be able to protect you at all times, but I will certainly impart all my knowledge and skills to pave the way for you."

"As for the apprenticeship ceremony, I have prepared everything for you."

With a wave of Luo Fan's hand, jade bottles of various sizes appeared on the stone table.

"These are Lesser Rejuvenation Pills, Strengthening Essence Pills, Nourishing Essence Pills, Rejuvenation Pills, and Body Tempering Pills."

"I will pass on to you another method of alchemy and cultivation."

Before Zhao Yutang could react, she saw Luo Fan point his finger at her brow.

In an instant, information about the path of alchemy, as well as cultivation methods and sword techniques, flooded into her mind.

If her soul hadn't been extraordinary, her sea of ​​consciousness would have been burst.

Instead of digesting those cultivation techniques, Zhao Yutang stared at Luo Fan in astonishment.

For some reason, as he stared at the man in front of him, whose smile was filled with hidden sorrow, he felt as if the man was making his final arrangements.

Otherwise, how can we explain that the path of cultivation should be gradual and progressive?

He simply dumped all of these things on her.

Zhao Yutang's red lips moved as she was about to speak, but then she saw Luo Fan's palms turning.

It was a long sword, entirely crimson, placed on the table.

Luo Fan smiled brightly, "This sword is called the Fire-Breathing Sword. It is a Xuan-rank spiritual weapon, and I will use it to protect you."

He then looked at Su Qingyuan and bowed respectfully.

"Senior sister, these pills are enough for this girl to solidify her foundation and embark on the path of cultivation."

"While I'm away, I'll need to trouble my senior sister to give her some guidance."

Su Qingyuan rolled her eyes. "Is he your disciple or mine?"

"We'll only know once we get to the bottom of it."

Luo Fan chuckled sheepishly.

Su Qingyuan chuckled, "Have you finally decided?"

"..."

Luo Fan cupped his hands in greeting, "Take care, everyone."

He turned and left.

After returning the gift, Manager Wang glanced at Zhao Yutang, who was absent-minded and staring intently at Luo Fan's back.

Then she looked at Su Qingyuan and asked, "Miss, should we send someone to follow Young Master Luo?"

"No need, he'll come back."

Su Qingyuan sighed softly and said to Zhao Yutang, "Girl, since your master has entrusted you to me, I have a responsibility to teach you."

"Come with me."

After saying this, Su Qingyuan ignored everyone and went back into the house first.

Zhao Yutang reluctantly withdrew her gaze and followed Su Qingyuan's footsteps.

Manager Wang shook his head, fully aware that Luo Fan had prepared himself for the possibility of not returning.

The danger of Burial Immortal Valley is no less than going to the Zhengyang Sect alone.

He also wanted to ask, "Why put yourself in such a dangerous situation for a little girl?"

Is it worth it?