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

"It can't be restored at all."

Liu Linglong pointed a disdainful finger at her, "Why don't you try it yourself?"

Upon hearing this, Yunxi's pretty face inexplicably flushed.

She wondered what would have happened if she had suppressed her cultivation to test him last night.

Will I get spanked like my junior sister did?

That would be even more embarrassing than being seen naked by that little guy.

She squeezed her legs together, took a deep breath, and then asked.

"Tell me, what have you found out?"

She smiled slightly. "I'm just curious, what methods did that little guy use to get you humiliated?"

Of course, what she wanted to know most was Luo Fan's strength, even though she had made some guesses before.

That would be better than Liu Linglong testing the waters this time, and then having her say it herself.

However, she also confirmed that Luo Fan was indeed the mysterious alchemist.

The ability to refine the Soul-Suppressing Pill to achieve unique effects is unprecedented and unparalleled.

"That kid is hiding his true strength. He's not at the Qi Refining stage at all; he's more like a mid-Foundation Establishment cultivator."

Seeing the surprise on Yunxi's face, she straightened her back and said, "When he fought me last night, his movements were strange and his spiritual power was solid."

"Without gathering my inner energy, I would have almost fallen for his trick in that final burst of power."

"Looks like we all made the right bet."

Liu Linglong smiled and said, "This little rascal deserves the title of the strongest genius in our Peach Blossom Temple."

"Oh? Such high praise?"

Yunxi sat up straight. "How exactly?"

After Liu Linglong finished speaking, Yunxi's expression changed in various ways.

Especially after hearing that he had rich practical experience and quick reflexes, he didn't seem like a pill cultivator who only studied behind closed doors.

She was completely stunned.

This was the first time she realized that, as the sect leader, she actually had a direct disciple she couldn't understand.

But right under her nose, Luo Fan created all sorts of surprises.

She had thought that the little guy was only exceptionally skilled in alchemy, but she hadn't expected him to be equally formidable in combat.

This further confirmed her suspicion that the Yin Bone Demon was killed by Luo Fan.

If this is his potential, then the revival of Peach Blossom Temple is promising.

"Senior sister, is he capable of getting into the top ten?"

Although Liu Linglong had confidence in Luo Fan's strength.

Those who make it into the top ten are all formidable competitors.

No one can say for sure what the outcome will be.

She was afraid something unexpected might happen, which would not only expose Luo Fan's secret...

There was no other reason to keep him.

"What's wrong, are you worried?"

Yunxi curled her red lips, looked at Liu Linglong with a slight pout, and stood up with a smile.

"Sword Tomb recognizes opportunity and potential. Let's see how far this little guy can go."

Danfeng.

Luo Fan was unaware that he had been completely set up.

He was organizing the newly refined pills when a thought suddenly struck him, and he looked out of the courtyard.

A purple figure appeared, leaning against the door, smiling at him.

"Elder Liu?"

Why is this woman here again?

Furthermore, no matter how he looked at it, this Medicine Peak Master was extremely similar to that demoness from the Joyful Union Sect.

Liu Linglong walked in, her gaze sweeping over his face, her smile charming and gentle.

It was this smile that made Luo Fan somewhat certain that Liu Linglong was not that vixen.

That enchantress had a wild and wanton nature, but Liu Linglong was very gentle and graceful.

That vixen learned Liu Linglong's image and temperament, but she overlooked her personality.

"Little one, I have good news and bad news. Which do you want to hear first?"

Luo Fan paused for a few seconds, then bowed respectfully.

"For me, this is all good news."

Liu Linglong was slightly surprised and asked, "What do you mean?"

Luo Fan chuckled, "Today I have the honor of meeting Elder Liu again, isn't that an immense blessing?"

puff!

After her initial shock, Liu Linglong covered her mouth and smiled.

This little rascal, his little mouth is so sweet, it's like it's been coated with honey.

Little did she know, this was Luo Fan's survival instinct at work.

This is the sect leader's own junior sister. Getting along well with her is like finding a powerful backer.

"I never expected that Senior Brother Li, who is not good with words, would take in such a clever and insightful disciple as you."

That little rascal, don't think you can make her forget what happened last night by saying some nice things.

Although Luo Fan didn't know that the person last night was her...

Later, when this little guy finds out the truth, she'll spank him too!

Liu Linglong walked up to him, extended her slender finger, and tapped Luo Fan's chest.

"The good news is that the Sword Tomb will open in three days, and all inner disciples will be able to enter."

"You have a chance, go and try your luck."

Luo Fan's eyes brightened slightly.

Sword Tomb!

That's a forbidden area of ​​the sect, said to contain countless inheritances!

"And the bad news?"

Liu Linglong's smile widened, now tinged with amusement.

"That old bastard Qingxiao insists that you participate in the Qi Condensation Pill assessment."

"The sect leader said that if you can get into the top ten in the Sword Tomb, you will be exempt from the assessment."

"Can't get in..."

She leaned closer, her red lips almost touching Luo Fan's ear, her breath sweet as orchids.

"They have to pack their bags and get out of Peach Blossom Temple."

Luo Fan's body stiffened.

Not because of this news, but because of...

That woman is standing way too close!

The familiar fragrance, the warm breath, and the memory of delivering medicine that night instantly flooded my mind.

He instinctively took a half step back.

"Elder Liu, I..."

"You little rascal, you kept calling me a fairy the last time we met."

Liu Linglong raised an eyebrow. "What, you're calling me Elder Liu just because I didn't bring you any spiritual herbs this time?"

"The fairy has misunderstood..."

Luo Fan touched his nose. "I just don't feel confident."

I had long heard that the Golden Core expert at Medicine Peak was not arrogant at all, but this is Pill Peak.

She wasn't one of those delicate senior sisters from Yaofeng either.

Which man could withstand such a test? He, Luo Fan, was simply irreconcilably opposed to gambling and drugs.

Liu Linglong giggled.

She thought the little guy had realized they knew his secret.

However, the Sword Tomb is a special place, even if he were given the opportunity to enter...

This little guy probably thinks it's directed at him.

Liu Linglong's smile became increasingly playful, and she moved even closer to Luo Fan.

She suddenly realized that she really enjoyed the pleasure of teasing this little rascal.

His innocent appearance makes him even more interesting.

Indeed, the saying "an old cow eats young grass" isn't just a saying, but...

This herb is good for needles.

"Whether you're confident or not... why don't you just go up and try?"

She puffed out her chest, smiled, and turned to walk out of the courtyard. "Sister, I believe in you!"

"..."

Luo Fan watched the purple figure disappear for a long time before slowly exhaling.

This woman...

It's always like this.

They flirted and then ran away.

If you're so capable, stay and experience the consequences of your flirting.

He shook his head, clearing his mind of distractions, and his gaze gradually hardened.

"Xiao Fan".

At the shout, Bai Jie walked in.

She approached Luo Fan. "Have you heard about what happened today?"

"Is Senior Sister referring to the Sword Tomb Secret Realm?"

Luo Fan smiled and said, "Elder Liu just told me about this. It must be thanks to Senior Sister."

"Huh?"

Bai Jie tilted her head, puzzled.

Luo Fan laughed, "You made the sect leader suffer a karmic consequence because of me. The sect leader went to great lengths to keep me here."

Upon hearing this, Bai Jie understood.

"I don't have that much influence."

Bai Jie paused, then said, "I just feel that the sect leader should be suspicious of you."

Luo Fan also stopped smiling.

During this trip to the secret realm, the sect leader and the others probably still want to see clearly whether he is hiding something or...

They're utterly useless.

If they are deemed useless, canceling the alchemy assessment might allow them to obtain some inheritance in the secret realm.

In this way, there will be no more debts.

Conversely, his performance was unexpected.

The sect leader might actually be able to guess the identity of that mysterious alchemist.

None of these women are easy to deal with, especially the ones who can be the leaders.

So, the elixir Liu Linglong gave him earlier was bait to lure him into this trap.

Luo Fan stood with his hands behind his back, gazing at the sky outside the courtyard, and suddenly smiled.

The smile no longer held its usual gentleness and laziness; instead, it revealed a sharp glint.

"Senior sister, you're right. The sect leader is testing us, and Elder Liu may also be observing us."

He turned around and looked at Bai Jie, his eyes clear and firm.

"But isn't this also an opportunity?"

"An opportunity that will force them, that will force everyone, to see me."

Bai Jie felt a slight tremor in her heart.

She saw a gleam in Luo Fan's eyes she had never seen before.

That wasn't a hidden edge, but an unstoppable determination about to be unleashed.

"What are you planning to do?"

She asked softly.

"In the past, I needed to hide because I wasn't strong enough and couldn't see how deep the water was."

"But now, someone has set up the stage and turned on the lights."

He turned around and gave Bai Jie a smile that was almost arrogant, yet incredibly confident.

"Then let them see clearly that it's time for a change in the situation at Peach Blossom Temple."

As the wind rises, the old trees in the courtyard rustle.

Bai Jie looked at the tall and straight figure in front of her.

Suddenly, I felt that the Sword Tomb three days later might be about to unleash a storm that no one could have predicted.