Immortality begins with Becoming an Alchemy Grandmaster

Shi Miaoyin pondered for a moment, indeed there was such a precedent.

But as the system of the Daoist Palace gradually improved, this situation rarely occurs again.

She thought for a moment, ”This matter depends on the intention of the master. But given your importance in the master’s heart, as long as you speak, it shouldn’t be a problem.”

Zhou Fuqiu felt even more joyful.

Even when other senior brothers and sisters appeared later, he greeted them all with smiles.

This unexpected friendliness surprised the senior brothers and sisters, who were used to Zhou Fuqiu’s usual indifference, but they sincerely congratulated him on his Golden Core Formation Success.

After some pleasantries, everyone began discussing the reason for the master’s sudden summons.

”Master summoned us today, but for what reason? It’s not the scheduled teaching day!”

”Could it be because the junior disciple succeeded in Core Formation?”

”I think it might be related to the coastal demon beast disturbances.”

As they chatted, the doors of Houtu Hall slowly opened.

Everyone tidied their robes and entered in single file.

Being at the rear, Zhou Fuqiu’s joyful mood turned slightly anxious.

He wondered if the master would agree to his request?

Upon entering, Zhou Fuqiu saw the master sitting above, elegant like an orchid, noble like a lotus.

”Greetings to the master!”

Everyone bowed respectfully in unison.

”Mmm.”

Qing Lan Fairy uttered a soft acknowledgment, her eyes directly falling on Zhou Fuqiu.

Suddenly, her Divine Consciousness swept over him and she murmured in surprise.

”Oh?”

Everyone didn’t understand and began looking at Zhou Fuqiu.

Zhou Fuqiu hadn’t deliberately concealed his realm, so the aura of Early Golden Core Stage was very obvious.

This was not surprising.

But under the scrutiny of all, they also found something unexpected.

His mana fluctuations were not as turbulent and erratic as those of cultivators who had just advanced to the Golden Core Period, rather they were calm and deep, showing no trace of impetuosity.

This scene provoked a series of astonished exclamations in the hall.

”Alright, there’s no need to make such a fuss over your Junior Disciple’s outstanding talent and successful cultivation!”

Qing Lan Fairy reprimanded lightly, and the crowd quieted down.

She continued to look at Zhou Fuqiu and then slowly said, ”It’s too fast, Fu You, your Core Formation is too quick, so many preparations were missed.”

Zhou Fuqiu respectfully responded, ”Is the master referring to the matter of the Magic Item Embryo?”

”Mmm.” Qing Lan Fairy nodded slightly, ”The Sea-Stabilizing Pearl you wish to refine was once crafted by a great power of our sect. It holds the power to subdue the heavens and calm the oceans! Naturally, the required materials are extremely elaborate and precious. Even with my current authority, only part of them have been procured.”

Zhou Fuqiu wasn’t surprised, as he had seen the Magic Treasure Atlas and knew the extraordinary complexity and scarcity of the materials for the Sea-Stabilizing Pearl.

With a thought, Zhou Fuqiu took out several boxes and opened them one by one.

”Master, I have some materials here that might supplement the refinement of my Natal Magic Item.”

Everyone looked intently and once again showed expressions of surprise.

The most eye-catching was a lotus seed of incomparable aqueous glow, emanating a powerful aura.

Then there was a transparent, dazzling red rhombic crystal stone, a fist-sized ingot of metal, and a handful of sparkling sand grains.

”Top-grade water lotus seed!”

”Top-Grade Fire Spirit Drill!”

”This ingot, could it be the Nine Yang Geng Metal? And this sand should be the rumored Star Sand!”

Qing Lan Fairy recited the names of these materials, showcasing her vast knowledge.

However, towards the end, everyone could still distinctly hear the surprise in the master’s words.

In fact, they had not expected Zhou Fuqiu to possess such a wealth of precious materials.

It’s known that these items, without exception, are top-grade fourth order materials, sought after but rarely obtainable even by Nascent Soul True Masters!

Zhou Fuqiu calmly said, ”My family’s old ancestors were especially fond of me, so they left these things behind when they departed.”

”This isn’t just fondness, it’s giving everything of value!” Qing Lan Fairy sighed, then gathered the materials, ”With these materials, the refinement of the Sea-Stabilizing Pearl can already be prioritized. Rest assured, I’ll invite the best Tool Casting Crafter from Tianyuan Daoist Sect to forge your Natal Magic Item!”

”Thank you, master!”

Zhou Fuqiu bowed deeply once more.

After storing the materials, Qing Lan Fairy waved her hand casually, and a ray of light fell before Zhou Fuqiu.

Upon closer inspection, Zhou Fuqiu already knew what it was.

It was the follow-up version of his Natal Qi Technique, Lu Chan Technique, which Master really had found for him.

”Keep it well, look at it later when you have time.”

Without allowing him to voice his thanks, Qing Lan Fairy interrupted his thoughts and then solemnly continued.

”The reason for summoning you today is regarding the coastal demon threat!”

Everyone stood up straight, listening intently to what followed.

”Since the collapse of Zhongzhou, the East Sea’s Demon Clan has been stirring, frequently appearing in the sea areas.”

”If it were only that, it would be manageable, but they recklessly begin to encroach on the territory of our Tianyuan Daoist Sect!”

”Moreover, it’s been discovered that among them, there are traces of the North Sea Demon Race!”

”In recent years, the coastal demon beast sightings have increased, with high-order Demon Kings occasionally stirring trouble. The defenses of the noble families and Han Gate have become somewhat overwhelmed. Therefore, it is time for our Tian Nan Dao Palace to act.”

”This time, I will dispatch five Golden Core Disciples from among you, along with members from the Three Halls, forming a contingent of twenty Golden Core experts and a hundred Foundation Establishment True Cultivators, to the shores of the East Sea to vanquish demons and eliminate malevolence, purifying the demon aura!”

Upon hearing this, everyone’s doubts were clarified, and their faces were filled with excitement.

Clearly, this mission isn’t just about demon eradication, but also serves as a training opportunity for them.

Relying solely on diligent cultivation, resources, and guidance from great masters cannot nurture top-tier experts.

The forge of blood and fire is the true cradle of strong cultivators!

Thus, everyone was already prepared.

Each person awaited the master’s naming, hoping to be among the chosen five.

But the first name the master announced exceeded everyone’s expectations.

”Zhou Fuqiu, are you willing to head out on the mission?”