Chapter 511, Stirring Up Trouble

Translator: Silavin

 

“Grand Adviser Dong Yang, Grand Adviser Yuo Hua, and many Alchemy Masters have gone to see the Manor Master!”

 

An independent Alchemy Master ran over from a distance, not even taking time to catch his breath before reporting to Tian Liang with short, rapid breaths.

 

“What?!”

 

Tian Liang’s face darkened as he abruptly stood up.

 

“Wait here. If Qin Yichen returns, tell him to immediately come over!”

 

After pondering briefly, he left these words before departing in great haste.

 

…

 

Deep within Ten Corner Ancient City stood a massive building. Ordinarily, few people appeared around this building because it was the Manor Master’s cultivation room, and everyone feared causing any disturbance that might trouble the Manor Master.

 

However, today the place was crowded with people, and the clamour of voices was incessant. At the front of the dense crowd stood Grand Adviser Dong Yang and Yuo Hua.

 

This disturbance was quickly reported to the Manor Master, and moments later, Manor Master Shen Fangu walked out from the building.

 

Upon seeing the Manor Master’s figure, the clamorous voices subsided before he even spoke, clearly showing the high esteem in which everyone held the Manor Master.

 

“What is with all this commotion?” The Manor Master’s gaze swept over those below as his authoritative voice rang out.

 

Under Shen Fangu’s sweeping gaze, everyone slightly lowered their heads, none daring to meet his eyes, and no one dared answer his question.

 

“Disperse!” The Manor Master frowned slightly, waving his hand and speaking indifferently. In truth, he already knew the purpose of these people’s visit, but in his mind, Qin Yichen’s participation in the Alchemy Manor Summit would not be shaken by the doubts of others.

 

With Shen Fangu’s casual wave, many Alchemy Masters felt the need to retreat. Seeing this, Grand Adviser Dong Yang and Yuo Hua gritted their teeth and quickly stepped forward, clasping their hands in respect.

 

“Manor Master, regarding the person attending the Alchemy Manor Summit, we implore the Manor Master to reconsider!”

 

“Indeed, Manor Master, Qin Yichen is still a newcomer. With his Seniority, I fear he will struggle to command respect!”

 

This time, having finally incited so many people to come, if they were dismissed with just one word from the Manor Master, there would be little opportunity to deal with Qin Yichen in the future!

 

Grand Adviser Dong Yang and Yuo Hua’s words immediately triggered a chorus of agreement.

 

“Dong Yang, Yuo Hua, are you questioning my decision?” The Alchemy Manor Master’s gaze shifted slightly as he looked at Dong Yang and Yuo Hua, his voice somewhat grim.

 

“We wouldn’t dare! We simply implore the Manor Master to reconsider!” Hearing the Manor Master’s slightly angry tone, Dong Yang and Yuo Hua hastily bowed in apology, but they still held firm to their position.

 

“Manor Master, there are many in the Alchemy Manor with greater Seniority than Qin Yichen. That young man’s talent is indeed impressive, but perhaps he could wait for the next Alchemy Manor Summit. By then, we certainly would not dare to say another word!”

 

“Indeed, Manor Master, in my opinion, Shen Ling would be the best candidate for this Alchemy Manor Summit!”

 

At a signal from Dong Yang and Yuo Hua, many Elders behind them voiced their agreement.

 

Seeing the questioning from two Grand Advisers and so many Elders, those Alchemy Masters who had been standing uneasily began to chime in as well. Suddenly, voices demanding the cancellation of Qin Yichen’s participation in the Alchemy Manor Summit filled the air.

 

Witnessing such widespread commotion, the Manor Master’s face grew dark. If it had been only Grand Adviser Dong Yang, Yuo Hua and people from their faction, he could have simply expelled them from the Alchemy Manor. However, his reaction had clearly been anticipated by Dong Yang and Yuo Hua. Those who came here today included not only members of their faction but also several Alchemy Masters who had no affiliation with them.

 

As the saying goes, ‘the law cannot punish the masses’. Even the Manor Master could not expel so many Alchemy Masters, who seemingly had the Alchemy Manor’s best interests at heart, and were simply raising a question on his decision!

 

It must be said that Dong Yang and Yuo Hua’s instigation had been successful!

 

“*Hmph!* What use is Seniority? In the crucial moment, who was it that salvaged our Alchemy Manor’s face?”

 

Just then, an angry shout suddenly rang out. Everyone turned to look and saw Tian Liang rushing over with some Independent Alchemy Masters.

 

Tian Liang’s words immediately caused many to close their mouths. Indeed, Qin Yichen’s performance at the Pill Conference had left them speechless.

 

At that time, only Qin Yichen had stepped forward!

 

“Hmph, Grand Adviser Tian, was that salvaging our Alchemy Manor’s face, or bringing shame upon us? That remains to be seen!” Just then, Dong Yang suddenly coldly snorted, speaking in a strange tone.

 

“What do you mean by that!?” Tian Liang’s face darkened as he shouted.

 

“If he had resisted those Spiritual Energy Attacks with his own abilities, I would have nothing to say. But we all saw that the young man barely used any Spiritual Energy; we couldn’t even determine his Spiritual Energy cultivation! In my opinion, that young man probably used some underhanded method to frighten away those from White Cloud Alchemy Manor. If this were exposed, would it bring honour or shame to our Ten Corner Alchemy Manor? I think you know the answer quite well!” Dong Yang added with a cold smile.

 

These words immediately made everyone’s hearts tremble.

 

Previously, they had harboured similar doubts, but because Qin Yichen’s performance had been so astonishing, everyone had forgotten about this issue.

 

If what Grand Adviser Dong Yang said was true, would that not make Qin Yichen a criminal who had brought shame upon the Ten Corner Alchemy Manor!?

 

Dong Yang’s argument, seemingly logical but actually quite forced, caused a surge of blood to rush through Tian Liang’s chest.

 

Looking at the crowd being incited, Tian Liang was so angry that he did not know how to respond. He could only point at Dong with a slightly trembling finger. “You… how dare you spout such nonsense!?”

 

Seeing Tian Liang’s powerless words, a smile tugged at the corner of Dong Yang’s lips.

 

He withdrew his gaze and clasped his hands toward the Manor Master, saying. “Manor Master, I, Dong Yang, have devoted myself wholeheartedly to the Alchemy Manor for decades. I truly cannot bear to see our Ten Corner Alchemy Manor’s reputation ruined by a newcomer! I implore the Manor Master to cancel Qin Yichen’s qualification to participate in the Alchemy Manor Summit!”

 

“If the Manor Master has no suitable candidate, I can recommend someone. If the Manor Master would bestow the Flaming Heart Fruit upon him, he could definitely break through to the Spiritual Flow Realm. Even if he doesn’t achieve a good ranking in the Alchemy Manor Summit, he absolutely would not bring shame upon our Alchemy Manor!” Dong Yang spoke loudly with a righteous expression, as if willing to sacrifice everything for the Alchemy Manor.

 

However, he failed to notice the flash of coldness deep in the Manor Master’s eyes. [Seems like these years of not interfering in worldly affairs had made Dong Yang get too carried away! It appears that I need to make them recognise who truly has the final say in this Alchemy Manor!]