Tyrant Sky Martial Soul

Chapter 1246: Chapter 1246: Pre-Competition Test

Jackson Le Grandmaster proposed to help Ling Xiao in the Alchemy Competition.

”There’s no need for that.”

Ling Xiao shook his head and said, ”I have confidence in myself.”

”Since that’s the case, I won’t say more. Let’s discuss the matter of the Imperial Jade Seal now,” said Jackson Le Grandmaster as he suddenly changed the topic.

”What about the Imperial Jade Seal?”

Ling Xiao asked with a smile that was not quite a smile.

”Young friend, do not misunderstand. I only wish to remind you that ever since you announced you had the Imperial Jade Seal, many unrelated to the Alchemy Competition have come to Crime City. They might attempt to make a move on you at any time,” Jackson Le Grandmaster warned.

”Thank you for your concern, senior. However, I made my terms very clear: anyone who wants the Imperial Jade Seal can try, but they should be prepared to implicate their entire clans. I hope they do not live to regret it.”

Ling Xiao’s words carried confidence as well as a warning.

He knew that Changle Immortal Island also coveted the Imperial Jade Seal, but they didn’t dare to snatch it openly due to their fear of the Moon Lady.

But if he wasn’t wrong, Changle Immortal Island must have had their designs on the Imperial Jade Seal behind the scenes.

”That may be the case, but have you considered, young friend, what if people join forces to fight for the Imperial Jade Seal? Even if the Moon Lady is strong, can she fend them all off? Even if she can, wouldn’t that leave you with no peace, even in sleep or during cultivation? Are you really willing to live under such constant covetous watch?” Jackson Le Grandmaster added.

”That is indeed a concern. What would be your wise suggestion, Jackson Le Grandmaster?” Ling Xiao asked with a smile.

”In fact, it’s quite simple. Among the Seven Martial Islands, there is a ’Vajra Island’ with a ’Vajra Tower’. Anything placed inside it is beyond the reach of Yin Yang Realm Martial Artists,” Jackson Le Grandmaster said. ”I suggest you place the Imperial Jade Seal inside the Vajra Tower for now, and retrieve it when you have the true capability to wield it.”

”Hmm, that’s a good idea.”

A sneer appeared on the corner of Ling Xiao’s mouth, but it disappeared in an instant.

He knew that this was nothing more than a ploy by Jackson Le Grandmaster to get his hands on the Imperial Jade Seal.

And why not fulfill his wish?

His Mountain and River Martial Soul could replicate anything, naturally including the Imperial Jade Seal.

Of course, the replicated Imperial Jade Seal, compared to the genuine one, would certainly lose its special functions. It would only be identical in shape and material.

But this fact was known to no one but himself.

If he could use a replica to divert trouble, it was indeed a clever choice.

Jackson Le Grandmaster made a correct point; Ling Xiao, as of now, was not qualified to use the Imperial Jade Seal and could only rely on the Moon Lady. Pushing the matter could potentially harm her.

”How does one get to Vajra Island?” Ling Xiao inquired.

”After the Alchemy Competition is over, I will personally take you there,” Jackson Le Grandmaster replied, excitement flashing in his eyes, but he concealed it quickly.

”Alright then, I shall take my leave now. I will join the Alchemy Competition tomorrow,” said Ling Xiao as he stood up.

”Don’t rush off just yet. There is one thing that might interest you,” Jackson Le Grandmaster said.

”Oh?”

”It’s like this: the convention states that the pharmacists ranked in the top twenty have an opportunity to undergo a ranking test before the competition starts, in order to adjust their ranks. This ranking is quite important as it will determine the choice of furnace cauldrons, medicinal ingredients, and so on, during the competition. Wouldn’t you like to give it a try?”

”But I don’t seem to rank within the top twenty, do I?”

Ling Xiao asked.

”Don’t worry, a person recommended by this old man can participate in the test even without ranking in the top twenty. I forgot to mention, after the test concludes, regardless of your ranking, you will receive a token of remembrance. The higher the ranking, the better the reward,”

Jackson Le Grandmaster stated quite domineeringly.

”Since that’s the case, this junior will respectfully comply,”

Ling Xiao wasn’t particularly interested in the token of remembrance; what intrigued him more was the opportunity to assess the strength of his opponents in advance.

That would indeed allow for preparation without any unforeseen perils.

”If the young friend is willing, then follow this old man,”

Jackson Le Grandmaster personally led Ling Xiao towards a certain building at the Alchemy Convention.

It was an independent building, clearly established by utilizing some Magical Treasures, and it indeed looked rather magnificent and solemn.

”Creak!”

As the gates opened, a burst of noisy chatter and countless pairs of eyes, filled with hostility, suddenly came from within.

Ling Xiao looked up and indeed spotted both Dan Qing and Ji Luoyu among them.

Among the twenty Alchemists standing there, there were four Yellow Grade Super Pharmacists, ten Yellow Rank Top Pharmacists, and six outstanding individuals from the Advanced Yellow Grade Pharmacists.

When Ling Xiao and Jackson Le Grandmaster entered the hall, everyone’s gaze turned towards him.

Initially, they were somewhat surprised to see Jackson Le Grandmaster, but when they saw him, they almost simultaneously showed a look of disdain.

Ling Xiao also had the badge of an Advanced Yellow Grade Pharmacist, but the badge was obviously brand new, having been acquired not long ago.

This meant he was just a newcomer among the Advanced Yellow Grade Pharmacists, and few people in the hall would take him seriously.

Especially seeing Ling Xiao’s youth, these people were even more disdainful.

Dan Qing was visibly astonished to see Ling Xiao, but after a moment, a cold smirk appeared on his face.

He probably guessed that Jackson Le Grandmaster intended to have Ling Xiao participate in this preliminary testing to embarrass him at the Alchemy Grand Convention.

But by now, he was somewhat impatient for it to begin.

During the upcoming test, he would let Ling Xiao face the reality.

As for the Little Medicine King Ji Luoyu, she merely glanced at Ling Xiao indifferently before withdrawing her gaze and starting to chat with the Pharmacists beside her.

She was definitively the center of attention and popular like the moon surrounded by stars, whether it was female or male Alchemists, all of them looked up to her with admiration and envy.

However, no matter how the eyes of those in the hall were, Ling Xiao remained calm and composed.

Jackson Le Grandmaster standing by his side couldn’t help but quietly admire, ”Truly worthy of being an outstanding young talent, facing so many ill-intentioned looks and still remaining so calm and composed, impressive indeed.”

What he didn’t know was that Ling Xiao’s composure stemmed from confidence.

Ling Xiao was not only not nervous, but he even felt like laughing.

”Grandmaster, what brings you here?”

A strange face in the hall approached and asked.

This person should also be from Changle Immortal Island and was very respectful to Jackson Le Grandmaster.

”Hmm, just bringing a youngster over for the test. If he makes it into the top twenty, include his name as well,”

Jackson Le Grandmaster said indifferently.

”Grandmaster, I’m afraid that might not be appropriate?”

The man frowned and said.

”What’s inappropriate about it, we’re not breaking any rules. As one of the organizers of this convention, don’t I have the privilege to recommend a young and promising genius Pharmacist?”

Jackson Le Grandmaster said with a cold face.