After revealing the Tonggu Warship, the general instantly cowered.

Of course, rolling around on the ground wasn’t because he’d been slapped in the face too many times, but because Daoren Tonggu’s status was too great. Even if unpracticed, he had to force himself to be practiced.

“Sigh.”

Jun Changxiao shook his head.

He’d thought that after revealing his identity, he could have a satisfying moment of showing off, but didn’t expect the other party to be so cooperative.

“Can this seat enter the city?”

“Yes, yes!”

The general was still rolling. Only after seeing the other party enter the city did he nimbly stand up, patting dust off his body, pointing at distant passersby and shouting, “Anyone entering Matchless City must provide identification!”

This guy had revived with full health and status again!

“Good heavens!”

“That guy is actually Daoren Tonggu’s disciple!”

Everyone began discussing.

Eternal Sect’s gradually rising reputation in the martial world stemmed from two points: first, the various clans surrounding Phoenix Roost Immortal Mountain; second, annihilating Fuqian Sect.

“Strange, why would he come to Matchless City?”

“I heard Linyuan City’s Eternal Pill Shop is an Eternal Sect subsidiary. Him coming here—could he be visiting the Alchemy Hall?”

Matchless City was one of the Upper Realm’s famous cities. Because the Alchemy Hall headquarters was stationed there, pills, medicinal materials and such were relatively developed, belonging to a top-tier large-scale medicinal materials market.

After entering the city, Jun Changxiao smelled the strong medicinal material scent in the air. He didn’t rush to the Alchemy Hall headquarters but strolled through the city marketplace. Upon seeing the dazzling array of materials, he thought, “Before leaving, I can purchase some medicinal material seeds.”

Of course.

If his strength allowed in the future, he could open a pill shop here.

…

The Alchemy Hall headquarters was located in Matchless City’s eastern district. Jun Changxiao asked passersby for directions and stopped before the imposing, resplendent mansion.

“Who goes there?” a guard asked.

Jun Changxiao stood with hands behind his back, announcing loudly, “Eternal Sect Master, Jun Changxiao.”

The guard’s eyes showed a trace of surprise, then quickly entered the mansion to report. Before long, Alchemy Hall Master Bai Chaoyang personally led high-ranking officials out to welcome him, cupping his hands and smiling, “Sect Master Jun’s visit makes this humble abode radiate brilliance!”

The status of Daoren Tonggu’s personal disciple alone was enough to warrant the Alchemy Hall’s attention.

Jun Changxiao cupped his hands and exchanged pleasantries, then was invited into the great hall and seated in the honored guest position.

As a professional and authoritative alchemy institution, Dog Leftover immediately sensed an even stronger medicinal material scent than in the city upon entering. Especially the several elderly men accompanying him—judging from their aura alone, they were alchemy masters.

If these joined my sect, how could the Alchemy Hall not become strong!

“Hall Master Bai.”

Jun Changxiao cupped his hands, “Are these esteemed individuals the Alchemy Hall’s Chief Alchemists?”

Bai Chaoyang said, “They are elders responsible for daily affairs. As for Chief Alchemists, unless there’s business to discuss, most don’t reside in the Alchemy Hall.”

As a non-factional organization primarily focused on alchemy research, even after becoming a member, freedom wouldn’t be restricted.

“I see.”

Jun Changxiao said, “Everyone’s aura is profoundly powerful. You must all be alchemy masters.”

An elder smiled, “Our alchemy skills aren’t as good as the Chief Alchemists. Since Sect Master Jun completely defeated Du Hongchen, we don’t deserve the title of master.”

This statement was not only very humble but also praised Dog Leftover.

“No, no, no.”

Jun Changxiao waved his hand, “This seat only understands superficial aspects of alchemy, far inferior to your profound knowledge.”

The truth.

No problem.

But the elders present all thought he was being modest.

“Sect Master Jun.”

Bai Chaoyang smiled, “May I ask the purpose of this visit to my Boundary Hall?”

Jun Changxiao said, “Your hall’s two Chief Alchemists both hold important positions in my sect. This seat’s visit is also to enhance the friendship between us.”

“Swish!”

He took out a spatial ring, “A small token, please accept it.”

Though Jun Changxiao’s personality was quite shameless and mischievous, in formal settings he was quite proper. After all, he was a sect master.

“This…”

Bai Chaoyang still accepted the spatial ring containing medicinal materials, smiling, “This old man has arranged for subordinates to prepare food and wine to welcome Sect Master Jun.”

“That’s troublesome.”

Jun Changxiao was anxious inside.

He’d arrived at the Alchemy Hall headquarters, but the side quest wasn’t complete. It seemed he must exchange alchemy techniques with them to finish it.

There was still some time before the meal, so Bai Chaoyang inquired, “Sect Master Jun, what level has your alchemy cultivation reached?”

“Well…”

Jun Changxiao smiled, “Not worth mentioning, not worth mentioning.”

He had absolutely no idea how alchemy levels were divided in the Upper Realm—his homework wasn’t thorough enough.

The system hastily provided knowledge: “Profound True Dao Immortal.”

“…”

Jun Changxiao roared internally, “What’s the difference from sect levels!”

“No choice.”

The system said, “Upper Realm people are lazy.”

Jun Changxiao didn’t state his level, but Bai Chaoyang and others concluded in their hearts that this person definitely had extremely high alchemy attainments. Otherwise, he couldn’t have won over two Chief Alchemists.

“Sect Master Jun.”

An elder smiled, “This old man recently encountered some problems with alchemy. Might you enlighten me?”

Here it comes!

The test has come!

Jun Changxiao despaired internally, “Can’t you ask after the meal? Must you force me to reveal my true form?”

Can’t panic!

Dog Leftover calmed down, “The way of alchemy is profoundly mysterious. The more this seat studies, the more I don’t understand. So I’m afraid I can’t enlighten you.”

Everyone nodded in agreement.

Alchemy was boundless learning. Upon comprehending one new level, another new level awaited. So no one dared claim complete mastery.

“Moreover.”

Jun Changxiao continued, “My master constantly admonishes me that even masters must maintain a student’s heart. As the saying goes: ‘On the mountain of alchemy, diligence is the path; in the sea of refinement, hardship is the boat. The road is long and arduous, I shall search high and low.'”

The system said, “When it comes to random boasting, I bow to host!”

“Makes sense!”

Everyone benefited greatly, thinking, “This is a true master. No wonder he could win over the proud Du Hongchen!”

“Listening to your words surpasses ten years of study!” Bai Chaoyang cupped his hands.

Jun Changxiao said modestly, “We’re all colleagues in alchemy, merely pointing things out to each other.”

In terms of boasting ability, Dog Leftover had some talent. So once the conversation started, he couldn’t stop, directly causing the Alchemy Hall’s high-ranking officials to alternately ponder, suddenly understand, and rejoice.

Of course.

He couldn’t randomly boast. He had to include some substantial content.

So while Jun Changxiao bluffed, he communed with the alchemy dao within the Bluffing Garment. Whenever he reached a key point, aura emanated from within. Until fully activated, the aura of an alchemy grandmaster had already gathered throughout his body.

Bai Chaoyang and others listened quite entranced. At first, they didn’t notice, but when they belatedly came to their senses and sensed the powerful alchemy aura pervading the hall, their eyes widened.

Good heavens!

This aura was too terrifying!

Everyone couldn’t determine Jun Changxiao’s level from his aura, but they all deeply realized his alchemy comprehension far surpassed their own!

Ashamed!

Embarrassed!

The elder who’d wanted to inquire about alchemy immediately dismissed the thought.

In their view, asking him about minor problems would be blatant disrespect!

“Ding! Side quest complete, obtained 500,000 contribution value.”

“Ding! Sect contribution value: 650,000.”

“Ding! Congratulations on completing the side quest, triggering hidden reward, obtained Experience Talisman ×5.”

“It’s complete already?” Hearing the notification, Jun Changxiao said with unfinished enthusiasm, “I haven’t boasted enough yet.”

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