Celestial Refining Divine Scripture

"How could he possibly be a Pill Master?"

"He alone holds two Seed Disciple credentials!"

"He has apprenticed to the Peak Master of Dan Feng. That position—even if several elders teamed up, they couldn’t match it. It’s several times more impressive than being Hong Wei’s personal disciple."

"We’ve offended him. We’re doomed."

Wang Li’s face was as pale as paper, as if his world had collapsed.

Hu Qin, Ye Yunfei, and the others were shaking uncontrollably, staring at that distant figure with nothing but terror, all hatred gone.

If Xu Yang were to attack, could Yang Yuan really protect them?

Even Yang Xiao didn’t dare guarantee that now!

Duan Tianyang had bitten through his own lip in frustration; no one was feeling worse than him.

The Seed Disciple status he had secured was gone.

And he had needlessly offended an unimaginable elite.

And that elite is Dan Feng’s Seed!

Just imagine, in the future, when he or even the few seniors under the Fourth Elder need a Pill Master from Dan Feng, who would step up for them?

Even Fourth Elder will suffer.

Damn it!

Duan Tianyang shot a glance at Yang Xiao, regret filling his heart.

If only I’d known...

Meanwhile—

"Many thanks, Sect Leader."

Xu Yang bowed respectfully.

He even felt a bit sorry for Elder Hong Wei.

The man found out the truth, but didn’t lash out or issue any threats.

Still, Xu Yang had done nothing wrong in all this.

Call it fate, nothing more.

Nobody saw it coming!

Tongmin looked Xu Yang up and down, admiration flashing in his eyes. Such potential was no less than the geniuses on the Immortal Pride List.

First Yang Yuan, then Xu Yang.

Black Fire Immortal Mountain seemed to have received great fortune.

"This matter is settled; everyone can disperse now."

Tongmin waved his hand gently.

The elders all gave their farewells and withdrew.

Dan Qi beckoned Xu Yang over.

"Master."

"How are you feeling?"

Xu Yang gave a wry smile, "There was nothing surprising about fighting for the Seed slot; just, it got a bit tense earlier."

"Hahaha!"

At that, Dan Qi couldn’t help but laugh heartily.

"Don’t worry, these Golden Immortals aren’t that petty!"

"Today, everything was confirmed in front of all the elders. You alone have two Seed resources, so no one will ever dare challenge it again."

At this point, Dan Qi paused, face solemn: "Your combat prowess is impressive, but don’t neglect your alchemy!"

"From now on, every three days, you will refine a batch of pills for me!"

Xu Yang straightened up, "Master, rest assured—your disciple will not slack off!"

Alchemy was greatly beneficial for his cultivation, too.

"Alright, let’s go."

Dan Qi waved his hand and drifted away.

Xu Yang finally felt relieved.

With this, he’d truly gained a foothold at Black Fire Immortal Mountain!

He’d also received a large amount of resources.

Even if it wasn’t enough, the rest he’d have to gather on his own wouldn’t be too much.

His peripheral vision caught Yang Xiao, Duan Tianyang and the others.

He couldn’t help but look over.

Immediately, each one averted their gaze, lowered their heads, not daring to meet his eyes!

Seeing this, Xu Yang gave a cold, indifferent smile.

If you make a move, you’d better be prepared for the consequences!

These people posed no threat.

The key was Yang Yuan...

Xu Yang suddenly turned and met Yang Yuan’s intense gaze.

Their eyes met, and Yang Yuan gave a dashing smile, nodding slightly from a distance—like all this had nothing at all to do with him.

"Immortal Pride List?"

Xu Yang cast his eyes up at the sky. I’ve even turned down the Celestial Destiny List; is the Immortal Pride List really that impressive?

That thought flashed by as Xu Yang turned and left.

Half an hour later.

Xu Yang collected his Seed Disciple resources and returned to his cave to cultivate.

But the events at Black Fire Immortal Mountain today were still rippling out.

The stir among the disciples was even greater than when Yang Yuan made the Immortal Pride List.

Yang Yuan may have been impressive, but Xu Yang had proved himself every bit as capable.

Especially his Alchemy Dao, making him even more sought after.

A genius Pill Master was undeniably a huge attraction.

Just one day later—

Xu Yang was forced to interrupt his cultivation.

People kept dropping by to visit.

First were the new batch’s outstanding disciples—the five who’d gotten the Five Immortal Flames thanks to him.

They congratulated him, bringing some resources as gifts.

Though the items weren’t precious to Xu Yang, he still accepted them graciously.

Then came some of the previous generation’s Inner Sect disciples.

In the end, Xu Yang welcomed them all.

He was perfectly clear about their intentions.

They wanted to be on good terms with this Pill Master.

None of them were enemies.

If needed in the future, lending a hand wouldn’t hurt.

Combined, all these resources were rather impressive.

There was also Ye Qingchen.

Perhaps making up for her conduct in the Fire Demon Cavern, she actually gave him a piece of Moonlight Immortal Essence—not inferior at all to the Immortal Jade he’d won for second place in the third round inside the cave.

From her look, it was clear Ye Qingchen was pained to part with it!

Xu Yang showed no restraint accepting it.

For two straight days—

Just when Xu Yang thought things were settling down,

yet more visitors turned up.

And this time, two at once.

"And you two are?"

Xu Yang eyed the pair entering his cave, surprise in his eyes.

He didn’t know them, but both were at the Celestial Immortal Realm.

That was quite unusual.

The previous generation of Inner Sect disciples didn’t have many at the Celestial Immortal Realm.

"Mr. Xu, I’m Zhou Tai."

"Ji Hong!"

Hearing those two names, Xu Yang’s pupils contracted.

Seed Disciples!

And these two were ranked first and second in might.

Ji Hong was number one, Zhou Tai number two!

That was a far cry from Ye Qingchen.

The fact that they’d come in person was truly a shock for Xu Yang.

After some enthusiastic small talk, the three of them took seats.

"Forgive us for the sudden visit, Mr. Xu."

"Honestly, you’re just too extraordinary! With cultivation like yours, you can already refine Third-Turn True Immortal Elixirs—it’s unheard of! We had to get to know you, you never know when we might need your help."

Ji Hong was totally straightforward and candid; Xu Yang found this attitude quite agreeable.

No malice, straight to the point—no pretense, just genuine friendship. Since they were Seed Disciples too, he had no reason to refuse.

"Mr. Ji flatters me. I’ve just entered the sect—I’ll need both of you to look after me in the future."

"Hahaha!"

"Xu Yang, we know you want to forge a Ninth Grade Immortal Foundation. With how strong your base is, even two shares of Seed Disciple resources probably won’t be enough."

"Here’s a small token from myself and Zhou Tai. If you ever need help, you can’t refuse us, alright?"

Ji Hong handed over a Storage Ring, teasing with a smile.

Xu Yang’s face grew solemn as he accepted the ring, smiling ruefully, "To be honest, Mr. Ji, I am indeed strapped for resources, so I won’t stand on ceremony with the two of you."

"If you ever need any pills, just ask. Even if I can’t refine them, I’ve got senior brothers who can."

Ji Hong and Zhou Tai instantly thought of the other personal disciples under Dan Qi.

Both were formidable Second-Tier Pill Masters.

Compared to the value of the resources they’d given, the future benefits of befriending Xu Yang were clear.

For a while, the conversation was lively.

Before leaving, Ji Hong gave a meaningful reminder: "Mr. Xu, there’s a little bonus inside—might come in handy."

Hmm?

Xu Yang was full of curiosity. After seeing Ji Hong and Zhou Tai off, he opened the Storage Ring to take a look.

"Well damn, this is what a Celestial Immortal Seed Disciple is made of!"