Mortal: Starting with the Falling Cloud Sect, I proved my Dao through gacha pulls.

After the elixir was completed, Su Mu did not immediately go to see Tian Yuanzi, but instead returned to his cave and went to bed for a good sleep.

He had been concentrating on the furnace throughout the months of alchemy, not daring to let his mind wander even for a moment, and he was already exhausted.

After sleeping for several days, Su Mu finally recovered. He stretched and then activated his escape light, heading straight for the Tianxing City market.

The Heavenly Mystery Sect also has a shop in Tianxing City, but it is not large in scale and only does ordinary spiritual material trade.

As soon as Su Mu arrived at the shop entrance, before he could even announce his arrival, the shopkeeper's disciple spotted him, his face beaming with delight, and quickly stepped forward to bow in greeting.

"Greetings, Senior Xiao. Our ancestor has instructed that there is no need to announce your arrival; you may enter directly."

Su Mu nodded slightly and followed him up to the private room on the third floor.

As soon as the door opened, Tian Yuanzi strode forward and burst into laughter.

"Haha, judging from your expression, young friend, you must have successfully completed your alchemy!"

Su Mu nodded readily, bowed to Tian Yuanzi, and then took out a jade box and handed it over.

"I have not failed in my mission. Please take a look, senior."

Tian Yuanzi eagerly took the jade box. As soon as the lid was opened, a pill the size of half a fist, shimmering with five colors, lay quietly inside, filled with spiritual energy and naturally formed pill patterns.

His expression immediately brightened, and his eyes gleamed. This pill was actually of superior quality, with its precious light contained within, and its medicinal effects far exceeded those recorded in the classics. It was truly perfect!

"Good! Good! Good!"

Even though Tian Yuanzi had cultivated for hundreds of years and possessed a calm and composed nature, he could not hide his joy at this moment and exclaimed "Good!" three times.

"Young friend, your alchemy skills are truly extraordinary. This pill is of exceptional quality, and I am extremely satisfied!"

He was overjoyed. He knew that feeding this pill to his tortoise would greatly purify its bloodline and enhance its innate divine abilities. Once this celestial beast completed its transformation, it would surely leave the other old monsters utterly astonished!

"Haha, young friend, you have truly done me a great favor. From now on, my Tianji Sect will welcome you to visit us at any time."

Tian Yuanzi carefully put away the Water Element Blood Purification Pill, personally poured a cup of spiritual tea and handed it to Su Mu, his expression extremely friendly.

Su Mu quickly accepted it with both hands, his face showing humility.

"Senior is too kind. I was able to refine this pill entirely because of your availability of spiritual materials. I should be the one thanking you for your trust."

Upon hearing this, Tian Yuanzi shook his head, his gaze falling on Su Mu, and spoke solemnly:

"Although strength has always been paramount in the cultivation world, your mastery of alchemy, young friend, sets you apart from ordinary cultivators. I've heard you've always been a rogue cultivator; would you be willing to join my Heavenly Mystery Sect?"

Su Mu feigned surprise and delight, then looked embarrassed and gave a wry smile.

"To be honest, senior, Xinggong had previously extended an olive branch to me, but I am naturally carefree and used to being unrestrained, so I never accepted."

He had already made up his mind that he was destined to join the Star Palace in the future, so the Heavenly Enlightenment Sect was naturally not a consideration. This was just an excuse.

Tian Yuanzi nodded knowingly, a glint of light flashing in his eyes. He no longer mentioned recruitment, but instead asked:

"It's perfectly normal for the Star Palace to recruit a genius like you in alchemy; I'm not surprised. But young friend, why are you so hesitant to join? Could it be that you have some reservations about the Star Palace's methods?"

Hearing this veiled probing, Su Mu's heart stirred slightly, wondering if Tian Yuanzi wanted to recruit him into the Reverse Star Alliance.

Seeing his hesitation, Tian Yuanzi immediately laughed loudly: "It was my presumption. The Star Palace has immense power, so it is normal for you to have concerns."

Su Mu took a sip of spiritual tea and sighed softly, "Senior, you flatter me. The Star Palace has dominated the Chaotic Star Sea for many years. I am just a rogue cultivator living in Tianxing City, and I am at the mercy of others. How dare I have any opinions?"

Tian Yuanzi gave him a deep look, lightly twirling the teacup with her fingertips, her smile carrying a profound meaning.

"Yes, the Star Palace has been guarding the Chaotic Star Sea for a long time, but in this world, what existence is eternal and indestructible?"

Before Su Mu could press further, Tian Yuanzi chuckled and changed the subject, turning to discuss alchemy with him.

Unable to fathom the thoughts of this Nascent Soul cultivator, Su Mu calmly responded, speaking eloquently based on his profound alchemy skills. Every word he uttered was insightful, and the two chatted happily in a harmonious atmosphere.

Half a day later, Su Mu got up to take his leave and transformed into a streak of light, heading straight for his cave.

Tian Yuanzi took out the jade box containing the Water Element Purifying Blood Pill again, gently stroking it with his fingertips. Gazing in the direction Su Mu had left, his eyes held a thoughtful expression, and he had already made a plan in his mind.

After returning to his cave, Su Mu first took out a storage bag to check. Inside the bag were several level-six demon cores, which were the alchemy reward given to him by Tian Yuanzi.

He then flipped his hand and took out a black token, about the size of a palm, with a silver "天" (heaven) character engraved in the center, simple and heavy.

This is a token for distinguished guests of the Tianwu Sect. The holder of this token is protected by the Tianwu Sect. It was specially given to me by Tianyuanzi.

Su Mu shook his head slightly and put the token away for the time being.

Although he couldn't figure out whether today's test was intended to recruit him into the Reverse Star Alliance, he knew in his heart that the Reverse Star Alliance was ultimately doomed to failure and had no future.

"Everything's settled, I can finally go for the lottery!"

Su Mu smiled, first calculating with his fingers to choose an auspicious day, then bathing, burning incense, and calming his mind.

Seven days passed in the blink of an eye, and the auspicious time has arrived.

Su Mu bowed deeply to the four directions of heaven and earth, respectfully praying to Pangu, Nuwa, the Three Pure Ones, the Jade Emperor, and so on.

After doing all that, he looked intently and excitedly at the panel in front of him.

"Let's start with a ten-pull!"

Doraemon's Bamboo Copter (White)

[Along the River During the Qingming Festival (White)]

[Ming Cult Sacred Flame Token (White)]

[Ambidextrous Technique (White)]

[Version 1/5 of Shang Yang (White)]

【500-year-old Purple Monkey Flower (Green)】

[Strange Cell (Green)]

Thunder Sword (Green)

[Superior MP Potion * 99 (Green)]

【Millennial Willow Heartwood (Green)】

Current Life Number: 1111

Su Mu glanced at them and found that although he hadn't drawn any blue-quality cards, the quality of these cards was actually quite good, especially the last two.

[Superior MP Potion * 99 (Green)]

[Note: From the world of Undead Overlord, consuming this will instantly restore 60% of your mana.]

This potion is contained in slender crystal bottles. The liquid is a deep, dark blue color and shimmers with a silvery glow when it flows. There are a total of ninety-nine bottles, and the effect is quite remarkable.

【Millennial Willow Heartwood (Green)】

[Note: Originating from the Swallowed Star world, the core essence of the Thousand-Year Willow King, it can increase cell activity, temper the essence of life, and slightly nourish spiritual power.]

The card transformed into an egg-sized green crystal in Su Mu's palm. Its outer shell was extremely hard, while the inside contained flowing turquoise liquid essence that felt very cool to the touch.

"Great stuff, all good stuff!"

Su Mu nodded in satisfaction. After trying his luck, he didn't hesitate any longer and immediately started a hundred consecutive draws.

In an instant, streaks of light exploded before my eyes, and cards of various colors appeared one after another, arranged in a staggered pattern.

A dazzling golden light streaked across the scene, its intense and magnificent radiance standing out prominently among the other cards.

"Haha, I knew I chose the right auspicious day!"

Su Mu was overjoyed and grinned, then focused his attention on examining the golden card.

World Ring (Gold)