Just a few years ago, the Feng Family suffered a calamity that left several of their Core Formation Cultivators gravely wounded. They were forced into long-term cultivation in seclusion to recover.

"There’s no need for such pleasantries, my fellow Daoists. Please, have a seat so we can talk."

Ling Qiyue said in a gentle voice.

After clasping their hands in thanks, the six of them took their seats.

"Patriarch Ling,"

Tu Feng was the first to speak. "You are already aware of why our three families have come. What are your thoughts on the matter, Patriarch?"

Liu Qianlan’s cherry-red lips parted in a captivating smile. "Patriarch Ling, and this Elder Ling Changqing here," she said, "are both rare Third Rank Alchemists of consummate skill. That is why we’ve been so bold as to come to your door with a request.

If you are willing to help, Patriarch, not only will we pay the agreed-upon remuneration in full, but I am also personally willing to owe your family a favor, one which I will certainly repay in the future."

The nearby Feng Xingyuan added, "The Feng Family is willing to enter into a deeper cooperation with the Ling Family of the Changqing Continent. Whether in trade or other domains, everything is negotiable."

Tu Feng added, "Our three factions are all located in the central Chixue Sea Region, a great distance from the Changqing Continent. There will be no conflict of interest in the foreseeable future, so you can rest assured, Patriarch!"

Ling Qiyue smiled. "Refining elixirs isn’t so difficult. However, your three families all have their own enemies. If one day those enemies send people here with the same request, how should the Ling Family respond?"

Tu Feng replied immediately, "That is a matter for the Ling Family to decide. You may act as you see fit, Patriarch. We will not question your decision in the slightest."

The implication was clear: the internal disputes of the Chixue Sea Region had nothing to do with the Ling Family of the Feiyu Sea Region. Who they chose to do business with was their own affair.

"Mm, the Longevity Hall shares that view,"

Liu Qianlan said with a laugh, "Although we would prefer the Ling Family to ignore those bastards, we unfortunately don’t have a bargaining chip valuable enough to make such a demand. So, it’s best we don’t speak of it."

After a moment of thought, Ling Qiyue finally nodded. "Very well. We will accept payment and refine the elixirs. All other grudges and disputes are of no concern to us."

Feng Xingyuan laughed. "The Patriarch is truly a straightforward person—frank and decisive. Then it’s settled!"

"Very well. You may all wait here. The elixirs will be ready in seven days."

Ling Changqing stated.

The reason they weren’t allowed to observe the process was because of the extraordinary value of the Shuoyue Qingyang Furnace, a Top Grade Magical Treasure. It was a treasure even a Nascent Soul power would covet, so its existence certainly couldn’t be revealed to outsiders.

"...Very well. We will wait here."

Liu Qianlan had wanted to ask if they could watch the alchemy process, but since Ling Changqing had put it that way, there was nothing more she could say.

The stunningly beautiful young woman in a snow-white palace robe standing beside her, however, looked Ling Changqing up and down and asked in a low voice,

"I wonder... will you be the one refining the elixirs, Fellow Daoist, or will the Patriarch be doing it personally?"

Ling Qiyue smiled. "Of course Elder Ling Changqing will be handling it. After all, his skill in the Alchemy Dao surpasses even my own. You can rest assured!"

The raw materials for the Crystal Condensation and Transcendence Pill were difficult to gather, and the refining process was exceptionally challenging. While someone of Ling Qiyue’s skill could attempt it, the probability of failure would be high.

If anything went wrong, an entire furnace full of precious ingredients would be ruined.

But with Ling Changqing, there was no such risk. When he refined elixirs, he almost never failed. With a bit of luck, he could even produce high-quality elixirs.

"Then we’ll be counting on you, Fellow Daoist Ling." 𝒻𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘸ℯ𝒷𝘯𝘰𝑣ℯ𝑙.𝘤𝑜𝘮

As she spoke, Liu Qianlan retrieved the prepared medicinal ingredients from her Storage Pouch and carefully handed them to Ling Changqing.

At the same time, Tu Feng and Feng Xingyuan also took out their respective portions of the raw materials. After counting and verifying them, they handed everything over to Ling Changqing.

Ling Changqing mused, "The quality of the materials you’ve prepared is quite good. Barring any mishaps, this batch should yield three standard-grade Crystal Condensation and Transcendence Pills.

If luck is on our side, there might even be a high-quality one among them. As for how to divide them, you can discuss that amongst yourselves."

Liu Qianlan looked stunned for a moment, then her face lit up with joy. "Will there really be a high-quality Crystal Condensation and Transcendence Pill? That’s wonderful!"

She was planning to have her Direct Disciple dissolve her Pseudo Core and attempt to reach the Core Formation Realm again. The goal was to form a True Pill at the very least.

’With a high-quality Crystal Condensation and Transcendence Pill, her chances of success would be much greater. Could she even dare to hope for the Golden Core Master Realm?’

The beautiful young woman beside her was also overcome with excitement, her bright eyes sparkling.

Feng Xingyuan chuckled. "A high-quality elixir, you say? The Feng Family has great need for one as well. What do you think we should do, Fellow Daoist Liu?"

Liu Qianlan shot him a displeased look. "I can compensate you both with additional resources, alright? I am claiming this high-quality Crystal Condensation and Transcendence Pill!"

Her Cultivation Level was the highest among everyone present, so her attitude was particularly firm. She was determined to have it.

Tu Feng sighed. "Fellow Daoist Liu, you truly are something else... Forget it. Let’s leave it at that. But you can’t fight us for it next time."

"Mm, it’s a deal."

Liu Qianlan agreed with a radiant smile, thinking to herself, ’You can forget about the next one, too. It’ll be mine.’

After a few more words were exchanged, Ling Changqing excused himself and left for the Pill Hall.

Ling Qiyue also excused herself and departed, leaving Tang Qiu Yao to entertain the envoys from the three families.

「In the Pill Hall.」

Ling Changqing expertly activated the Array Restriction. As the Spirit Flame at the base of the Pill Furnace began to roar, the temperature in the room soared. One by one, layers of array patterns on the floor and walls lit up.

A splendidly dressed Xue Qingtan and Qin Yun entered the hall together, with Yang Yunfei following behind them.