I'm seventy years old this year, and you want me to have many children and much happiness?

Lietian Martial Arts School.

A martial arts school that was notorious in the Xuanwu Dynasty.

Even so, Lietian Martial Arts School still enjoys a large following.

Because the people of Lietian Martial Arts School are in the business of getting paid to do things.

Furthermore, all the martial arts schools under his tutelage have trained such assassins.

They specialize in doing dirty work.

The Lietian Martial Arts School also has very powerful backing.

One of the three major martial arts schools in the capital of the Xuanwu Dynasty.

His disciples numbered in the tens of thousands and were spread throughout the dynasty.

It is said that there are other forces behind the Rift Sky Martial Arts Academy, but ordinary people can hardly figure out the intricacies of it.

Of course, when the people from the Rift Sky Martial Arts Academy conduct business outside, they will not use the academy's name. Whoever hires them will use their name.

Sometimes, there are even situations where both families employ Lietian Martial Arts School.

When such things happen, it's usually because the members of the Rift Sky Martial Arts School don't hold back at all.

They are extremely dedicated to this professionalism.

Therefore, in the eyes of some people, its reputation can be said to be very good.

They'll do anything for money, and they'll do their best to get things done!

After Xu Dingyan's news was released.

The people from the Rift Sky Martial Arts School arrived that afternoon.

After agreeing on the price with Xu Dingyan, they decided to take action that very night.

After making contact with the people from the Rift Sky Martial Arts Academy.

Xu Dingyan himself also breathed a huge sigh of relief.

"So that's why Xu Jing is so arrogant!"

"Now that I've crippled this person, I'd like to see what else Xu Jing has to be so arrogant about!"

A cold glint flashed in Xu Dingyan's eyes.

Those who achieve great things don't concern themselves with trifles. How can one reach the pinnacle without killing a few people and burying a few corpses?

Meanwhile, Xu Jing and Nan Siqi arrived at Lu Xuan's Xianhe Manor.

Nan Siqi felt a little nervous at this moment.

Even when facing a fourth-grade exotic beast back then, I didn't feel this way.

After all, this is related to the recovery of my injuries.

It's almost fair to say that one's fate rests on this single elixir.

When Nan Siqi saw Lu Xuan, she was surprised to find him to be such a kind and approachable old man, and the tension in her heart gradually subsided.

"Greetings, Master Lu."

Nan Siqi bowed to Lu Xuan.

"This must be the renowned Elder Nan. I have long admired your name. Elder Nan, there is no need for such formalities."

"I'm just a decrepit old man, nothing to brag about."

Lu Xuan said.

Hearing Lu Xuan refer to himself in this way, Nan Siqi was also infected by Lu Xuan's relaxed atmosphere.

Thinking to himself, Steward Xu was right; Master Lu was indeed a very easy person to get along with.

"Master Lu is highly respected for his virtue and his alchemical techniques are divine; he certainly deserves the title of master."

Nan Siqi continued.

Lu Xuan laughed heartily upon hearing this.

Who says that a cold and aloof beauty like this speaks coldly to people?

Isn't that pretty sensible?

Lu Xuan thought to himself.

Obviously, whether someone is aloof or not depends on who they're dealing with.

"You are Jing'er's friend, so naturally you are also my friend."

"I will refine the pill you requested for you."

"But you brought this prescription, so I can't guarantee its final efficacy."

Lu Xuan said.

The pill formula that Nan Siqi brought was a fourth-grade healing pill called the Heavenly Lotus Repairing Pill.

Lu Xuan also studied this kind of pill carefully.

The Heavenly Lotus Repairing Pill is mostly effective for physical defects, not for mental damage. Of course, as a fourth-grade pill, it is certainly useful. As for the extent of the final repair effect, Lu Xuan would not make any guarantees about that.

First, you need to treat the symptoms correctly. If your medicine is not right for the symptoms, you can't blame others.

When Nan Siqi heard that Lu Xuan had agreed to help refine the pills, she was overjoyed, and a huge weight was lifted from her heart.

As for what Lu Xuan said, Nan Siqi was well aware of it.

She was well aware of the effects of the Heavenly Lotus Replenishing Pill, but Nan Siqi believed that even if the pill had only a tiny effect, it would be enough for her to break through.

"I am extremely grateful to Master Lu for refining the pills."

"Although Siqi is of lowly status and limited ability, I will spare no effort to help Master Lu should he ever need me!"

Nan Siqi quickly stood up and bowed, expressing her feelings to Lu Xuan.

"Ten thousand deaths is an exaggeration, Elder Nan... that's a strange way to address you. I'll just call you Xiao Qi instead."

Lu Xuan said.

There are quite a few advantages to being older.

At least it allows one to legitimately elevate their seniority, which isn't just taking advantage, but a real bargain.

Xiaoqi...

Hearing such an intimate address, even Nan Siqi couldn't help but feel a slight tremor in her heart.

However, Lu Xuan himself is an elder and a senior.

This form of address is not offensive.

"Since you've entrusted this matter to me, I'll make sure you handle it."

"Leave the medicinal herbs here. I'll check if they're all suitable. If not, I'll have Jing'er prepare some."

Lu Xuan said.

Upon hearing this, Nan Siqi quickly took out all the medicinal herbs she had prepared and placed them on the table.

Then he took out a storage bag.

Inside this storage bag were the 1,500 spirit stones mentioned earlier.

"Master, here are 1,500 spirit stones..."

Nan Siqi was about to continue speaking when Lu Xuan interrupted her.

"Hey...you're Jing'er's friend, how can I accept these spirit stones from you and take them back?"

"It's not easy for you young people to save up spirit stones."

Lu Xuan did not dislike these spirit stones.

It's completely unnecessary.

There's something more important than spirit stones right now.

What's a mere few spirit stones?

If all the accounts are settled, how can any future disputes arise?

"Oh? How can that be..."

When Nan Siqi saw that Lu Xuan refused to accept spirit stones, she panicked. How could someone ask someone to do a favor without taking money?

Xu Jing, however, saw through Lu Xuan's intention and immediately signaled to Nan Siqi.

"Siqi, just listen to what Elder Lu says... Elder Lu acknowledges you as a friend. We'll find an opportunity to repay him properly in the future."

Xu Jing said with a smile.

Upon hearing this, Nan Siqi immediately bit her red lips.

Indeed, these 1,500 spirit stones are extremely important.

For her, just gathering all these medicinal herbs and formulas had already consumed a great deal of energy.

With these 1,500 spirit stones in hand, I will be more confident in breaking through my cultivation level. Money will be more useful, and I will feel more secure.

Hearing what Lu Xuan had just said.

He understood her difficulties.

They even returned the spirit stones to her, which moved her deeply.

"Then... thank you very much, Elder Lu..."

Nan Siqi said.

"Hmm... these medicinal herbs are quite good... is there an auction tonight? You can go ahead and do your work tonight, come find me to pick up the medicine tomorrow morning."

Lu Xuan checked the medicinal herbs, and they were all correct.

It's clear that Nan Siqi has put a lot of effort into this.

"Okay... Huh? Tomorrow morning... You can come out tomorrow!?"

Nan Siqi nodded in agreement.

But when she heard what Lu Xuan said clearly, her eyes widened immediately.

What did Lu Xuan mean by that?

Will we be able to refine this fourth-grade pill tomorrow?

She had previously inquired that it would take an ordinary alchemist several days and nights to refine a fourth-grade pill, plus some rest and adjustment, and rework the heat. It would often take one or two months to get the pill, and that was considered relatively fast.

What Lu Xuan said was indeed beyond her imagination.

"It's just a mere fourth-grade elixir."

Lu Xuan chuckled.

It displayed incredible confidence.

These words sent a shiver down Nan Siqi's spine.

He immediately bowed deeply to Lu Xuan.

"Thank you, Mr. Lu."

Lu Xuan also assigned Xu Jing a task: if she saw any damaged fourth-grade or third-grade spiritual artifacts, she should take pictures of them for him.

Thinking that Lin Qiao was also bored, he simply let Lin Qiao go and learn more from Xu Jing.

Xu Jing readily agreed.

Before leaving, Xu Jing told Lu Xuan a piece of news.

"Master, the Chu family has signed a long-term contract with us. They will order six million taels of silver worth of medicinal herbs from our Guyun Pharmacy every year."

Lu Xuan was slightly taken aback when he heard the news, and then nodded.

"Okay, got it."

This is the benefit of fame.

Of course, the Chu family also has excellent family traditions and character, which goes without saying.

That's why Lu Xuan has been quite considerate of the Chu family.

In addition, they are also from Chu Xiao's clan.

At this time, Chu Xiao should be on his way to take up his new post.

Xu Jing left with Lin Qiao.

Yun Shan took care of the injured Li Wei.

As for Xiao Yunmeng, after taking Lu Xuan's pills, she seems to have regained her energy in the past two days and has been able to wake up for two hours each day.

Lu Xuan also took the time to teach Yun Meng the Purple Qi Technique.

This would allow Yunmeng to engage in some cultivation. The Purple Qi Technique is also used to adjust one's own aura, and with this mental cultivation method, it might be helpful for Yunmeng's physical condition.

At this moment, Lu Xuan was in the training room, refining the Heavenly Lotus Repairing Pill.

Night falls.

Four figures appeared outside Xianhe Manor.

One of them was Xu Dingyan.

Beside Xu Dingyan were three martial artists dressed in black robes.

"Is it that manor over there?"

"This estate is quite a nice place."

The leader of the martial artists was named Liao Hu.

He practiced the Tiger Leopard Dragon Fist.

He possessed exceptional external martial arts skills and an imposing aura.

He stepped forward and his gaze swept toward Xianhe Manor.

"It's just a mountain villa. After I kill that old man inside, once I've established myself in Jinyuan City, a mere villa will be a piece of cake. Then I'll just hand it over to Brother Tiger!"

Xu Dingyan said.

The Xu family and the Lietian Martial Arts School had some connections, and Xu Dingyan was also familiar with Liao Hu in front of him.

Upon hearing this, a glint of light flashed in Liao Hu's eyes.

But he kept making excuses.

"How can that be? We at Lietian Martial Arts School are paid to do our jobs; we only accept what we're entitled to."

"Second brother, third brother, did you see clearly? How many people are there?"

Liao Hu asked.

"Boss, there's only one gatekeeper."

"Just crush him to death."