King of Ten Thousand Years

’I must choose carefully!’ Luo Tian thought.

The relationships among the Sect’s upper echelons were tangled and complex. That middle-aged Elder from before, for example, was from the Third Elder’s faction.

If Luo Tian truly took him as a master, he wouldn’t even realize it when he was betrayed.

As for the kind Elder Fang Qi, although he held Luo Tian in high regard, he only offered a warning and didn’t show any strong desire to take him as a disciple.

’I’m afraid Elder Fang Qi also knows that he’d have a hard time protecting me against the powerful Third Elder...’

Therefore, Elder Fang Qi was also not on Luo Tian’s list of potential masters.

His master had to have a remarkable background, no connection to the Third Elder, and, at the same time, be willing to accept him.

For example, if Luo Tian were to ask the Sect Leader to be his master—that would certainly be a backer who could suppress the Third Elder. But the Sect Leader hadn’t taken a disciple in twenty years, so the chances of him accepting Luo Tian were slim.

Based on Luo Tian’s understanding of the Yunxiao Sect’s leadership, he couldn’t make a choice right away.

So, Luo Tian activated his Qi Observation Technique to observe some of the Elders and high-ranking members present.

If even the Qi Observation Technique didn’t reveal a suitable target, Luo Tian would perform a Destiny Dao Calculation, or he would simply delay and wait for another opportunity.

After he activated the Qi Observation Technique,

The Destiny Charts and future prospects of all the high-ranking members present materialized before him.

Among them, the Clear Qi Pillar above the Third Elder’s head was particularly spectacular, wreathed in ripples of blue, glowing light.

’The Third Elder truly lives up to his reputation. He was once the Yunxiao Sect’s greatest prodigy, and his current position isn’t even his limit. He still has room to grow...’

Luo Tian was slightly shocked.

He then went on to observe the Destiny Charts of the others.

The Clear Qi Pillar above Elder Fang’s head was less than half the length of the Third Elder’s.

Suddenly, the Law Enforcement Elder before him spoke up. ”Luo Tian, your talent is impressive. You are qualified to become my disciple.”

This scene was completely unexpected to everyone.

The Third Elder’s brow furrowed, and he shot a glance at the Law Enforcement Elder.

The Law Enforcement Elder clearly knew that he disliked Luo Tian, yet he still offered to take him as a disciple. This was a complete disregard for him.

Elder Fang Qi smiled and nodded.

Although the Third Elder’s power exceeded the Law Enforcement Elder’s, it would be nearly impossible to kill Luo Tian if the Law Enforcement Elder stood in his way.

Luo Tian was also tempted.

The Clear Qi Pillar above the Law Enforcement Elder’s head, while not comparable to the Third Elder’s, was still exceptionally thick and strong.

But Luo Tian hesitated.

Because he had suddenly spotted a Clear Qi Pillar in a certain spot that was incredibly eye-catching and magnificent.

Observing it closely, he saw that the Clear Qi Pillar was majestic and immense, radiating a brilliant glow. It even had the faint aura of a dragon pattern, soaring straight up—an extraordinary and unfathomable phenomenon.

In terms of scale, it far surpassed the Third Elder’s. It even seemed to overwhelm the entire field, standing out above all others.

However, the top of this Clear Qi Pillar was shrouded in a layer of dim mist, like a Treasure Pearl coated in dust.

’Who is that?’

Within the Yunxiao Sect, below the Sect Leader were the Three Great Elders.

The Second Elder and the Grand Elder weren’t here. Whose Clear Qi Pillar could be so immense?

Luo Tian gazed over and saw a scruffy-looking, listless old man. He looked like he was just there to watch the show, even shaking his legs from time to time.

’Who is this guy?’

Luo Tian had no memory of this high-ranking member.

Furthermore, the man’s appearance made Luo Tian doubt if he was truly an Elder of the Yunxiao Sect.

”Hmm?”

The scruffy old man on the distant hillside also glanced at Luo Tian.

’Why’s this kid staring at me?’

The scruffy old man muttered to himself.

Suddenly, he got a bad feeling and decided to leave.

’I’ll try doing a calculation!’

Luo Tian’s eyes narrowed slightly as his fingers moved, performing a Calculation Technique.

This action drew everyone’s attention.

’This boy even knows inference?’

Several Elders had strange expressions, finding it hard to believe.

The path of the Destiny Dao is elusive, profound, and obscure. Countless Destiny Dao Masters have to comprehend it for a lifetime just to achieve something.

How could someone as young as Luo Tian possibly understand inference?

”He’s just putting on an act to get attention.”

Ying Feihang snorted coldly.

Soon, Luo Tian opened his eyes.

Just now, he had been calculating who would be a better master: the scruffy old man or the Law Enforcement Elder.

The result was, surprisingly, the scruffy old man.

Luo Tian hesitated for two breaths, then immediately strode forward and shouted, ”Elder, please wait! This disciple wishes to enter your tutelage!”

The Law Enforcement Elder was stunned.

’Luo Tian didn’t choose to become my disciple?’

Logically, he should have been the most suitable choice, someone who could protect Luo Tian.

As for that scruffy old man... Who was he?

The scruffy old man was an Elder of the Yunxiao Sect, yet the Law Enforcement Elder didn’t recognize him at first glance.

It wasn’t just him; several other high-ranking members also found the scruffy old man unfamiliar. They even suspected he might be a fake Elder.

”This person is an Honored Guest Elder...”

The Third Elder, on the other hand, remembered a little.

But he couldn’t understand it at all. Luo Tian had rejected the Law Enforcement Elder’s kind offer to become the disciple of a low-status Honored Guest Elder. How blind could he be?

The high-ranking members were now certain that Luo Tian didn’t understand the Inference Skill at all.

”Kid, you want to be my disciple?”

The scruffy old man’s expression changed slightly, his gaze profound.

”Yes. May I ask for the Elder’s esteemed name?”

Luo Tian asked.

”I don’t take disciples.”

The scruffy old man had a lazy, casual air about him.

’Taking disciples is such a hassle.’

”Besides, I’m an Alchemist. You don’t practice Alchemy, so what’s the point of becoming my disciple?”

the scruffy old man retorted.

”I remember now, he’s that Alchemist! The quality of the Elixir Pills he refines is terrible. A few high-ranking members of the Sect had their Cultivation go awry after taking them...”

The Law Enforcement Elder recalled something from a long time ago.

Hearing this, the people around looked on with strange expressions.

’If Luo Tian takes a master like this, won’t something bad happen to him?’

’An Alchemist?’

Luo Tian hadn’t expected that.

However, his Observing Skill showed that this person’s Cultivation was powerful, his background was extraordinary, and his origins were mysterious and profound.

”As it happens, this disciple also knows a little about Alchemy,” Luo Tian said.

”...”

The scruffy old man was a bit speechless. ’Do you want to practice Martial Arts or learn Alchemy?!’

He took a deep breath, his expression calming.

He couldn’t understand why Luo Tian would want him as a master.

’The only explanation is... could Luo Tian’s calculation just now have actually revealed something?’

His gaze flickered. After staring at Luo Tian for a few breaths, he sighed. ”Fine, you can become my disciple. But you must learn Alchemy from me.”

”...Greetings, Master.”

Luo Tian hesitated for two breaths, then kowtowed and formally accepted him as his master.

All the surrounding disciples and high-ranking members wore expressions of bizarre disbelief.

”Why didn’t he choose the Law Enforcement Elder? Why choose... *this person*... as his master?”

The Upper Sect’s number one beauty, Yi Jingwen, couldn’t understand it.

Everyone had just witnessed Luo Tian’s Martial Arts Talent.

Of the Four Grotto Heavens, Luo Tian had achieved outstanding results in three of them. He was definitely a prodigy of the Martial Arts, with immeasurable future achievements.

’But to become an Alchemist’s disciple to learn Alchemy... isn’t that just ruining your own prospects?’

At this moment, everyone was thinking the same thing.

Luo Tian clearly had better options, yet he chose the worst one.

”Heh heh...”

The Third Elder let out a faint laugh, completely relieved.

For him, Luo Tian taking such a master was the best possible outcome.

”Alright. I am Mu Yunshi. From now on, you are my disciple!”

The scruffy old man did not refuse again, gazing calmly at Luo Tian.

At that moment, he faintly exuded an indescribable aura, appearing profound and unfathomable, with the bearing of a generational Grandmaster.

Several Elders’ faces changed in slight shock as they stared, wondering if they were seeing things.

WHOOSH!

The scruffy old man turned and flew away.

Luo Tian immediately followed.

The master and disciple duo left the Four Grotto Heavens.

The crowd gradually dispersed. The Third Elder left with his two disciples.

’Sigh, I still underestimated this kid. He just insists on taking the unconventional path...’

Elder Fang Qi sighed.

He had given a kind reminder, but who would have thought Luo Tian would choose an unknown master with no status in the Sect, who was also an Alchemist.

...

Luo Tian followed the scruffy old man to his residence.

The scruffy old man was the Sect’s Honored Guest Elder and an Alchemist, so he lived on Alchemy Peak.

Alchemists generally received good treatment. The scruffy old man had his own residence, which was large and in a serene environment.

”What are you following me for?”

the scruffy old man, Mu Yunshi, suddenly said.

”Uh, this disciple just took you as his master. Doesn’t Master have any instructions for me?”

Luo Tian was taken aback by the question.

”Nope. Do as you please. If there’s something you don’t understand, you can come ask me. Of course, I’m an Alchemist, so I might not be able to answer your questions.”

Mu Yunshi said nonchalantly.

Luo Tian could tell that Mu Yunshi truly didn’t want to take a disciple.

That earlier line, ’if you want to be my disciple, you must learn Alchemy,’ was probably not genuine either. It was meant to make Luo Tian back down.

But now that Luo Tian had entered his tutelage, he had to find a way to change the situation.

”As a new disciple, I have a small, humble gift. I hope Master will accept it.”

Luo Tian took out a fiery-red, crystalline Lotus Fruit from his Storage Ring, which emanated a unique Heaven and Earth Essence Qi.

This was precisely a Red Lotus Fruit, and it was the last one Luo Tian possessed.

”A Red Lotus Fruit?”

Mu Yunshi looked surprised.

This was a Three-star Treasure, corresponding to the Earth Element Realm. Moreover, this fruit was a genuine material from Ancient Times, now nearly extinct and extremely difficult to find.

Luo Tian was only at the Peak of Spirit Sea Realm Fifth Layer, yet he not only possessed such a Spirit Fruit but was also willing to give it away.

Mu Yunshi was somewhat impressed and, at the same time, felt awkward.

Generally, right after accepting a disciple, it’s the master who provides guidance or even gives some gifts.

But in his case, it was the other way around.

”Perfect. This Red Lotus Fruit will allow me to try refining a few new types of Elixir Pills.”

Mu Yunshi accepted the Red Lotus Fruit.

Then, he said to Luo Tian, ”Follow me inside.”

A pleased expression appeared on Luo Tian’s face. It seemed his gift had been effective after all.

Deep inside the residence, Luo Tian followed Mu Yunshi to his personal alchemy area.

”I don’t have anything good to give you. You can choose any two of the Elixir Pills here.”

Mu Yunshi pointed to a shelf where dozens of medicine bottles were placed haphazardly.

The Elixir Pills here were all for those below the Earth Element Realm, and there were quite a few flawed ones among them.

Luo Tian had just claimed to know about Alchemy, so Mu Yunshi was testing him to see if he had been lying.

”Alright!”

Luo Tian smiled.

The Red Lotus Fruit wasn’t very useful to him, so being able to exchange it for any two Elixir Pills was undoubtedly a huge gain.

Luo Tian immediately activated his Qi Observation Technique.

Treasures have Treasure Qi, and Spirit Pills have Pill Qi.

Soon, however, Luo Tian’s face darkened. He held up a medicine bottle, the corner of his mouth twitching as he said, ”Master, the Elixir Pill in here... it can’t be consumed by people, can it...”

He had just observed that this Elixir Pill had not a single trace of Pill Qi. Taking it rashly would definitely lead to problems.

”Stop spouting nonsense and choose!”

Mu Yunshi’s old face flushed slightly.

Luo Tian focused his attention, using his Qi Observation Technique with extreme caution to examine every single Elixir Pill.

”I’ve made my choice!”

After a good while, Luo Tian finally finished selecting.

”Oh?”

Mu Yunshi walked over, and as his gaze swept across the two medicine bottles in Luo Tian’s palm, his expression changed instantly.