Immortality begins with Becoming an Alchemy Grandmaster

Abandoned Immortal City, on the busiest street.

At this moment, it was bustling with activity, with a large crowd gathering in front of a brand new shop.

A plaque hanging above the shop was covered with a piece of red silk.

Under everyone’s watchful eyes, a wealthy middle-aged man smiled as he greeted a beautiful woman.

”Lady Jing, why don’t you open the store?”

Jing Lan smiled slightly, ”Boss Xue, how can I take all the good fortune alone? How about we do it together?”

Boss Xue pondered for a moment, then nodded heavily, ”Let’s do it together then!”

Afterwards, the two stood on either side, holding the ribbons handed to them by the shop attendants, and simultaneously unveiled the red silk under the crowd’s gaze.

Swoosh!

The red silk fell, revealing the three gold-lettered words ”Renji Hall” on the plaque to everyone’s eyes.

At the same time, the sound of firecrackers cracking suddenly rang out.

The onlookers cheered, spreading the celebratory atmosphere far and wide.

Boss Xue stood on the steps, loudly announcing today’s discount deals for the opening of the new branch.

He also specially introduced two combined medicine recipes for Body Refining Martial Artists, available at half price if purchased today.

Seeing this, the crowd was instantly tempted, and they flocked into Renji Hall.

As each person passed by Boss Xue and Jing Lan, they warmly congratulated them on a prosperous business and abundant fortune.

The lively scene was eye-catching even from a mile or two away.

Some peers gathered together across the long street to watch, their eyes filled with jealousy and envy.

”That Xue Renji, what’s he so proud about? It’s just opening a branch store.”

”Yeah, and I’ve heard that this Renji Hall branch doesn’t make money at all. Half of the profits go to that Lady Jing. Even the daily management and staff follow her orders, leaving only the tough task of stocking inventory to him. Why would he bother?”

”Why?.”

Someone let out a cold laugh, sweeping a mocking gaze over everyone.

”Why be so sour? Everyone knows Xue Renji is deliberately currying favor with that Great Tributor! For the price of just sharing one store, the benefits Xue Renji receives are far beyond just the branch’s profits. Just watch, it won’t be long before Renji Hall’s branches open throughout the city and even their influence spreads to other major cities!”

The words caused the gathered peers to change their expressions.

But they couldn’t refute even a bit.

All because Renji Hall had already latched onto that powerful figure!

Half a month ago, at the Martial Arts Arena.

The City’s Guest Elder, Luo Chen, defeated Iron Butcher in a single move before everyone’s eyes!

The event was nothing short of sensational, hard to believe, and difficult to accept.

But it truly happened; Iron Butcher, known for his immense reputation, capable of self-preservation even against a Leakless Realm master, couldn’t endure even one move.

Even his senior brother, Tie Xiong, found it hard to accomplish this.

Yet Luo Chen achieved it, with a demeanor as calm as the clouds, showing no signs of strain.

That day, the entire city was in uproar, with everyone chanting Luo Chen’s name.

The battle not only secured Xiao Feng as the City Lord but also established Luo Chen as the number one martial artist of Abandoned Immortal City!

The subsequent impact continued uninterrupted, visible from how Renji Hall, under Luo Chen’s protection, managed to open a branch in just half a month.

Reportedly, another early investor in Luo Chen, Qianjin Hall, also showed signs of expansion.

After all, now that Luo Chen’s fame was overwhelming, these small forces under his protection seized the opportunity to develop.

Of course, borrowing his name naturally came at a cost.

Beyond daily tributes, they offered significant benefits to Luo Chen.

Like this Renji Hall branch, it not only handed over half its profit but even entrusted its management entirely to Luo Chen’s associate, Jing Lan.

Standing at the doorway.

Jing Lan watched the continuous stream of customers entering the shop, her expression somewhat dazed.

She was well aware that her current position and authority were all thanks to Luo Chen.

Who could have imagined that a former village girl would leap into becoming a prominent figure in Abandoned Immortal City, respected everywhere, and possess her own shop?

The dazed expression flickered away.

Jing Lan took a deep breath and secretly made a decision.

Although she couldn’t practice martial arts, she would do her utmost to manage the shop well for Brother Luo. And handle the everyday matters Luo doesn’t care about, ensuring they don’t interfere with his cultivation.

Just as she made her resolve, her gaze suddenly shifted.

A procession of figures emerged from a nearby tall building, standing solemnly in a row.

”It’s the Wuyou Envoy’s convoy!”

Boss Xue stepped out, curiously observing the scene, ”Are they leaving?”

Jing Lan, equally curious, watched, but gradually realized something wasn’t right.

The convoy, emitting a powerful aura, didn’t head towards the city exit but turned back into the city.

Were they going to bid farewell to the new City Lord?

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City Lord Mansion.

Having just taken office for half a month, immersed in consolidating power, Xiao Feng immediately put aside all his affairs upon hearing that the Wuyou convoy was heading this way.

He led a group of family servants and rushed out of the mansion.

Xiao Feng was now basking in success.

Since winning the Martial Combat Decides the Master battle that day, he had received the official appointment from the Wuyou Envoy, formally becoming the City Lord of Yixian City.

Not only that, he seized the opportunity to make grand promises to the guest elders on his second brother Xiao Yun’s side, actively recruiting them.

Some of the forces in the city that originally supported Xiao Yun also pledged allegiance to him.

It could be said that as long as he was given a little more time, he would be able to fully control Yixian City, making this prosperous city echo only his voice!

Xiao Feng’s ambitions went far; he not only wanted to completely control Yixian City, but also planned to organize manpower to sweep away surrounding bandits, extending the influence of Yixian City. Eventually, he also intended to settle scores with those larger cities secretly supporting Xiao Yun and coveting Yixian City!

Of course, these were things to be done in the future, for now, he still needed to host the Wuyou Envoy properly.

Xiao Feng stood at the gate full of cautious anticipation.

Yet, after waiting for a long time, the convoy was still nowhere in sight.

Three miles shouldn’t have taken so long.

”Uncle Tie!”

Tie Xiong nodded slightly and headed forward.

A moment later, he returned to the City Lord Mansion’s gate with a slightly complex expression.

”The Wuyou Envoy went to visit Luo Chen.”

Xiao Feng was taken aback upon hearing this; the envoy was leaving without bidding farewell to him, the master of Yixian City, instead, visiting Luo Chen. What did this mean?

Xiao Feng’s expression gradually deepened.

The vast Yixian City might not only echo his voice in the future.

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Inside the Luo Mansion.

Luo Chen toyed with a token, a mysterious expression on his face.

”It is said that this Wuyou Order is only possessed by City Lords of the Seventy-two Cities and Leakless Realm experts. Envoy Fang, what do you mean by giving it to me?”

Fang Zhibai laughed heartily, ”In the Great Destruction Realm, strength reigns supreme. That Xiao Feng only holds the title of City Lord but lacks the power of a City Lord-level expert, naturally undeserving of this Wuyou Order. Brother Luo, on the other hand, possesses astonishing power. Not to mention possibly achieving the Leakless Golden Body in the future, replacing the Yixian City Lord is just a mere trifle. This Wuyou Order rightfully belongs to you.”

”Haha.”

Luo Chen chuckled softly, placing the token on the table.

”I have no interest in the City Lord position.”

Fang Zhibai raised an eyebrow but quickly realized the person sitting at the head was not indulged in worldly pleasures but instead valued personal strength enhancement more.

He restrained his smile and said solemnly, ”Brother Luo, keep this order safe. In ninety years, news will come from Wuyou City, and by then, you can go there to seize your opportunity!”

Wuyou City?

Opportunity?

Luo Chen’s heart stirred, ”Is it related to the former Yixian City Lord?”

Fang Zhibai nodded, ”Yes, such an event occurs every hundred years, and the next is said to be the most grand in a thousand years. I hope Brother Luo seizes the opportunity.”

Hearing this, Luo Chen displayed a contemplative expression, clearly intrigued.

But Fang Zhibai showed no intention of revealing further, so he did not probe more.

Regardless of the nature of the event, he would find out in person when the time came.

”Alright, I will definitely go to Wuyou City when the time comes!”

Receiving this response, Fang Zhibai finally breathed a sigh of relief.

”With your word, Brother Luo, my trip here was not in vain.”

He stood up, preparing to bid farewell.

But at the moment of parting, Fang Zhibai suddenly asked, ”Brother Luo, are you an Outer Heaven Cultivator?”

The question came unexpectedly, yet Luo Chen nodded naturally.

This open demeanor caught Fang Zhibai somewhat off guard.

He shook his head, his prepared probing words left unsaid, instead offering a piece of advice.

”That Mishan Smoke is best avoided if possible.”

After saying this, he bowed and left the Luo Mansion.

Luo Chen escorted him to the gate, pondering the man’s final advice, suddenly realizing something.

At that moment, he glanced sideways and saw Xiao Feng in the distance, watching from under the guard of Tie Xiong and others.

Luo Chen remained composed, nodding, then turned and entered the mansion.

Such an attitude brought a darkening expression to Xiao Feng’s face.

The so-called guest elder had none of the humility usually seen in someone under another’s roof.

Acting independently, standing apart from the world!