"Big boss—teach me!""Senior, please guide us!"
Voices rose one after another. At this moment, every elder's gaze toward Xiao Yan no longer carried even a trace of doubt—only fervent admiration.
Within the Alchemy Department, everything was decided by alchemy skill.
These elders were, at best, fifth-grade alchemists.
Even with the help of a pill cauldron, they couldn't guarantee a 100% success rate when refining a fifth-grade Windwalking Pill.Yet Xiao Yan had refined one bare-handed, without using a cauldron at all.
And for veteran alchemists like them, a single glance was enough to judge the pill's quality.
The fragrance.The color.The dense, surging medicinal potency within.
It was a top-tier pill—something they couldn't achieve even with a cauldron.
In less than two hours, the once-arrogant elders of the Alchemy Department were now staring at Xiao Yan with unmistakably lick-the-boss expressions.
As long as Xiao Yan casually shared a few pointers, they would benefit enormously.
"I truly didn't expect this Yan Xiao's alchemy skills to be this divine,"Su Qian murmured.
Though Su Qian wasn't skilled in alchemy, even he was astonished. Unconsciously, he began comparing Xiao Yan with Han Feng.
Yan Xiao was arrogant and domineering, yes—but not the type to look down on others. He treated friends rather well.
Han Feng, on the other hand, was gloomy, aloof, and contemptuous. He looked at everyone as if they were country bumpkins. Even when he spoke politely, it always carried an undercurrent of disdain.
What was worse—Han Feng had stayed in the Alchemy Department for nearly half a year and contributed nothing.
"I hope this Yan Xiao can truly bring some benefits to the Academy,"Su Qian thought.
If what he said about the Fallen Heart Flame was true, then Yan Xiao would be a great benefactor of Canaan Academy.
A faint smile appeared on Su Qian's face.
"Since all the elders have acknowledged Elder Yan Xiao,"Su Qian said aloud,"then I'll leave it to you to guide him and familiarize him with the Medicinal Materials Treasury."
"No problem!""Elder Yan Xiao, I'll lead the way!"
One elder had just stepped forward when someone behind him shoved him aside.
"What rank do you think you are, daring to guide Elder Yan Xiao?""I'll do it—I'll do it!"
In the end, Xiao Yan was escorted toward the Medicinal Materials Treasury, surrounded by a swarm of enthusiastic alchemy elders.
Along the way, countless students were left stunned.
"What's going on today? These elders usually hide in their rooms—why are they all out at once?""Yeah, and that young man—wasn't he brought by the Great Elder earlier? Judging by their attitude, they're ridiculously respectful.""Could he be a top-tier alchemist?"
In an instant, many alchemy students began looking at Xiao Yan with curiosity and burning interest.
The path of an alchemist was extremely difficult.If one could receive guidance from a true master, it would be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
After winding through the complex paths of the Inner Academy, Xiao Yan finally arrived—still surrounded by elders—at what Canaan Academy called the Medicinal Materials Treasury.
It was an ancient, unadorned structure.
Yet merely approaching it, one could feel the surrounding天地能量 grow noticeably denser. From within the building, faint traces of medicinal fragrance occasionally leaked out, instantly refreshing the mind.
"Old Hao! Old Hao! Come out, come out!"
An elder walked up to a simple hut beside the building and knocked loudly on the door.
"What the hell are you banging for?!"
A gruff, elderly voice cursed from inside.
Moments later, an energetic old man stepped out. Though his hair was white, his vitality rivaled that of a young man.
The moment Elder Hao opened the door, he nearly jumped in shock.
Nearly all of the Alchemy Department elders were standing outside—crowding around a young man.
"What are you people trying to do?"Elder Hao's expression instantly turned vigilant.
These Alchemy Department bastards—every single one of them was a thief at heart. Day after day, they eyed the treasures in the Medicinal Materials Treasury like wolves.
Outwardly refined and aloof.Privately? Constantly stealing and scheming.
To protect the treasury, Elder Hao had fought wits with them for over ten years.
But today… they'd come as a group?
What—had they gotten too lazy to steal and decided to rob him openly?
Ignoring Elder Hao's wary expression, the elder who had knocked earlier straightened up, cleared his throat, and dramatically revealed Xiao Yan.
"Old Hao, listen carefully!This gentleman here is the newly appointed Alchemy Department elder—Elder Yan Xiao!
Elder Yan Xiao is a true alchemy grandmaster.Fifth-grade pills? He kneads them out like dough.Sixth-grade pills? No effort at all.
Since Elder Yan Xiao has just joined the Academy, he's here to familiarize himself with the work. While he's stationed here, you'd better serve him properly.
If Elder Yan Xiao is even slightly dissatisfied—the Alchemy Department will toss your old ass into a pill cauldron and burn you alive!"
After saying that, he immediately turned to Xiao Yan with a flattering smile.
"Elder Yan Xiao, this old fellow here is the treasury guard—Hao Ren. From now on, he'll be responsible for assisting you."
"I understand. You may all return,"Xiao Yan said with a slight smile."When I have time, I'll exchange alchemy techniques with everyone again."
At those words, the elders' faces lit up with satisfaction. They respectfully bade Xiao Yan farewell and departed.
Only after they left did Elder Hao finally regain his senses.
"So… Elder Yan Xiao, huh?Judging by how those snobbish fellows treat you, your alchemy skills must be extraordinary."
Elder Hao smiled kindly at Xiao Yan.
A sixth-grade alchemist was far more prestigious than a Dou Huang.As a mere Dou Wang, Elder Hao had nothing to boast about in front of Xiao Yan—except seniority.
"Heh, just average,"Xiao Yan replied with a shake of his head, then added,"Elder Hao, we'll be colleagues from now on. I'll be relying on your guidance."
"Not at all. Being able to assist Elder Yan Xiao is my honor,"Elder Hao said sincerely, a smile spreading across his face.
"Our job isn't difficult. The only real task is guarding this treasury."
As he spoke, Elder Hao tossed Xiao Yan a white jade token.
"Elder Yan Xiao is a sixth-grade alchemist—surely you won't be like those old geezers, staring at the herbs here day and night, right?"
Xiao Yan paused briefly, then chuckled and shook his head.
"I've been managing this place for over ten years,"Elder Hao sighed."The hardest part is playing mind games with those damn fellows."
"Come," he continued,"I'll show you our workplace. This is one of Canaan Academy's most important locations—everything inside is extremely precious."
With that, he led Xiao Yan into the ancient building behind him.
"Hopefully it's not full of trash,"Xiao Yan joked softly as he followed Elder Hao, watching him push open the door made of special wood.
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