Chapter 540, Beauty

Translator: Silavin

 

Talent and resources are two essential things that Alchemy Masters must possess, neither of which can be dispensed with.

 

However, these two things cannot help them cross the threshold of becoming an Earth Grade Alchemy Master.

 

Despite their excellent talent, they had all received guidance from several Earth Grade Alchemy Masters within the Imperial City, yet they still could not find the right direction.

 

This was because even those Earth Grade Alchemy Masters had only achieved their breakthroughs through fortunate coincidences. Even if they were asked to explain, they truly could not articulate it clearly.

 

It was something that could not be clearly explained or properly described.

 

This was precisely why Earth Grade Alchemy Masters were so scarce.

 

Of course, for Qin Yichen, this was not considered a difficult problem. He had once soared past that stage. If he could not even guide someone to breakthrough to Earth Grade Alchemy Master, how could he claim to be an Alchemy Saint?

 

Qin Yichen had no interest in helping others though. However, if it were Shen Fangu, he would consider lending him a hand.

 

…

 

This was merely a minor disturbance.

 

Those several Shen Family Elders who were already dissatisfied with Shen Fanwen as Patriarch had, after this incident, begun to harbour thoughts of changing the Patriarch.

 

However, within the family, there was no suitable candidate for replacement.

 

These matters did not affect Qin Yichen.

 

The three of them moved into Shen Fangu’s courtyard.

 

After the North Dipper Auction House incident and what had just occurred, even Gongshu Zhiyi had lost any desire to go out and wander about.

 

The three people each took one room.

 

After settling in, Qin Yichen sat cross-legged on his bed.

 

In truth, his consumption had been quite severe.

 

Using the Spirit Sword to kill such strong opponents was very taxing on his Spiritual Energy, not to mention encountering that mess with Shen Fanwen afterwards.

 

Although Shen Fanwen had not managed to break through to become an Earth Grade Alchemy Master, his strength was unquestionable. If not for his overly crude attack methods, Qin Yichen would have found it difficult to escape unscathed.

 

After taking several Pills and sitting cross-legged for nearly two hours, Qin Yichen finally opened his eyes.

 

Night fell.

 

Qin Yichen sat leisurely by the window, his eyes fixed on the stars filling the sky.

 

Only two days remained until the Alchemy Manor Summit. The time left for his preparations was running short.

 

Regardless of whether he distinguished himself at the Alchemy Manor Summit, after the conference, Feng Family’s World Aplenty Hall would announce those several Compound Pills. By then, he would certainly be viewed as a thorn in Ouyang Haotian’s side.

 

Although the Ouyang Family had fallen from grace, their foundation still held considerable depth. They could likely produce several experts who had surpassed the Martial King Realm.

 

Being remembered by Ouyang Haotian meant he would inevitably be coveted by those people.

 

However, while feeling tense, Qin Yichen’s heart still held some sweetness. When he thought of that beautiful silhouette, his heart would surge with excitement, his eyes seeming to sink into the smile of his beloved from days past.

 

[Ouyang Haotian, Ouyang Family. In this lifetime, your conspiracy shall never succeed!] Qin Yichen murmured in his heart. Although his current strength was merely Early Stage Martial King, he possessed the identity of a Human Grade Alchemy Master at the Spiritual Rupture Realm. As long as he displayed some brilliance at the Alchemy Manor Summit, he need not fear the Ouyang Family making open moves against him.

 

*Knock knock!* Just as Qin Yichen was deep in thought, suddenly the guest room door was knocked upon, and then Shen Ling’s voice drifted in.

 

“Please enter.” Seeing that Shen Ling had come to find him so late, Qin Yichen was evidently somewhat surprised, and immediately responded.

 

*Creak!* With a soft sound, the door was gently pushed open by an arm as white as lotus root. Under the moonlight’s illumination, a graceful figure slowly stepped into the room.

 

Looking at Shen Ling entering the room, a flash of astonishment crossed Qin Yichen’s eyes.

 

In his impression, Shen Ling was recognised by the numerous talented Alchemy Masters of Ten Corner Alchemy Manor as their Senior Sister, possessing boldness comparable to that of any man!

 

However, the current Shen Ling had obviously undergone deliberate preparation. She wore a light yellow tight-fitting upper garment, with an emerald green gauze skirt decorated with scattered flowers below, her waist bound by a purple silk belt that outlined her delicate waist. Combined with the moonlight’s glow and her slightly flushed cheeks, she appeared extraordinarily beautiful.

 

Being observed by Qin Yichen’s gaze, the flush on Shen Ling’s pretty face quietly deepened. She lowered her head slightly, her white teeth biting her red lips, as if having made some resolution, and turned to close the door behind her.

 

Seeing Shen Ling’s actions, Qin Yichen’s pupils contracted, the corner of his mouth twitched, and an ominous feeling swept through his heart. In the dead of night, with a man and woman alone in one room, this was too  inappropriate!

 

Although he was rather slow on the uptake, from Shen Zhize’s earlier taunts, Shen Ling’s attitude had undoubtedly proven that she harboured romantic feelings for him.

 

“Sister Ling…” Qin Yichen cleared his throat lightly, stepped down from the window, and called out somewhat awkwardly. “If there is something you wish to discuss, please speak.”

 

Upon hearing this, Shen Ling’s graceful body stiffened slightly. With her pretty face lowered, after a moment of contemplation, she finally said softly. “The Elders and the others want to ask whether you come from a Hidden Family…”

 

“Hidden Family?” Qin Yichen was slightly taken aback, then could not help but chuckle inwardly. [Those old things, who previously could not bring themselves to ask me directly, had unexpectedly turned around and sent Shen Ling to ask for them.]

 

“Since our only Earth Grade Alchemy Master Ancestor had passed away, the Shen Family has never again produced an Earth Grade Alchemy Master. Although our status as Alchemy Masters has prevented us from declining with each generation, we are far from our former glory.” In the room, a delicate fragrance flowed. Shen Ling’s voice, carrying a trace of melancholy, slowly spread.

 

“Before our Ancestor’s death, he left behind a prophecy that after ten generations, a young man from a Hidden Family would come to help our Shen Family…” Shen Ling bit her red lips lightly. Finally, before Qin Yichen could react, her jade hand moved gently, and that light yellow upper garment was softly removed by her.

 

*Pfft!* Qin Yichen, who had originally been listening to Shen Ling’s words, suddenly saw a graceful figure and caught completely off guard, nearly spat out a mouthful of blood.

 

“The Elders wish to ask for your help. I know this request is somewhat excessive, but we truly have no other options. As long as you can help our Shen Family…” Shen Ling bit her silver teeth lightly, finally closing her beautiful eyes slowly. “Then I shall be yours!”

 

[What bullshit!] Qin Yichen cursed loudly in his heart. [What prophecy is this? I am not a member of any Hidden Family!]

 

Most likely, Shen Ling’s words were deliberately crafted by those Elders. The Elders’ intention probably lay not in having him help the Shen Family, but rather in using Shen Ling to bind him to the Shen Family!

 

“*Ahem…* In that case, Sister Ling, please put your clothes back on first.”

 

Seeing the beauty’s nearly perfect form, Qin Yichen could not help but swallow hard. Finally, after taking a good look for a moment, he reluctantly averted his gaze while clearing his throat.