54: Chapter 54 Complete the Alchemy Mission

"The path of cultivating immortality emphasizes perseverance, while the art of Alchemy is about orderly inheritance. If you can wholeheartedly work for me, I will teach you Alchemy in the future."

Both children's eyes lit up, and they nodded as if they understood yet didn't.

Chen Jiancang's tone shifted, becoming stern: "I've told you the benefits. You've probably also realized that I'm not a harsh person. However, if I discover any of you are slacking, deceiving those above and below, or harming others through deceit, then don't blame me for not giving a warning."

Originally, the two children were excited, their faces full of joy upon hearing they could be taught Alchemy. Hearing this, their expressions instantly froze, then they knelt down and nodded vigorously, their tender voices full of determination: "Please rest assured, sir, we will work honestly and will absolutely not fail your kindness in teaching us."

Chen Jiancang looked at the two kneeling children, his expression softening a bit. He raised his hand, signaling them to get up, and said gently: "Since you have shown your resolve, do not break your promise in the future. However, your names are too conspicuous. I will give you new dharma names. Ye Yichen, you will be called Qingfeng, and Su Niannian, you will be called Qingyue. I hope that on this path of cultivating immortality, you can be as unrestrained and free as the clear wind, and as pure and bright as the clear moon."

Upon hearing their dharma names, Qingfeng and Qingyue's eyes were filled with surprise and gratitude. They knelt down again in unison, kowtowed respectfully, their voices filled with uncontrollable excitement: "Thank you, sir, for bestowing the dharma names. Qingfeng (Qingyue) will engrave it in heart and not disappoint your expectations."

"Alright, Qingfeng, go to the spiritual medicine storeroom now and collect ten portions of Qi Gathering Pill Materials," Chen Jiancang untied his token, handed it to Qingfeng, and instructed.

In just a little while, Qingfeng returned with the Qi Gathering Pill Materials.

"You both may withdraw. Guard the door. Without my instructions and permission, no one is allowed to enter."

After the two left, Chen Jiancang sat cross-legged beside the Lihuo Array, took out the water-fire ancient yang furnace, and began to prepare the Materials for refining the Qi Gathering Pill in an orderly manner. He neatly arranged each precious spiritual herb, carefully examining each one to ensure its superior quality.

Subsequently, he ignited theDanlu, and the raging flames instantly soared. Spiritual energy was continuously injected into it, causing the temperature inside the furnace to rise rapidly.

Chen Jiancang's hands danced between the Danlu and the Materials like butterflies flitting through flowers, accurately adding the spiritual herbs into the furnace one by one.

As time passed, a rich medicinal fragrance emanated from the Danlu. The aroma was mellow and lingering, refreshing and invigorating.

After 1 hour of meticulous refining, the first batch of Qinghe Qi Cultivation Pill was finally completed.

Chen Jiancang opened the Danlu and saw round, plump pills emitting a soft glow, with a strong medicinal aroma. The number of pills formed was still 5, but each one was a superior quality pill of excellent grade.

Chen Jiancang guessed that the experience gained from harvesting the Scarlet Fruit only allowed him to form 5 pills, unlike the Qinghe Qi Cultivation Pill, where his experience was maxed out, and the number of pills formed was also at its peak.

Because the Lihuo Array continuously supplied the fire source, Chen Jiancang only needed to stabilize the fire source and did not consume too much spiritual energy. Without any slack, he immediately dedicated himself to refining the next batch.

His technique was skilled, and he was fully focused, once again precisely controlling every step.

As the Danlu was continuously opened and closed, one superior quality Qi Gathering Pill after another was produced.

He actually completed the task of 50 Qi Gathering Pills in just one day.

One must know that refining pills is an extremely taxing task on both mind and spirit. Other Alchemists would be exhausted after refining two batches a day, unlike him, who refined ten batches consecutively and still looked energetic.

Chen Jiancang put away the water-fire ancient yang furnace and carefully stored the newly refined Qi Gathering Pills into a jade bottle.

After tidying up, he walked out of the Alchemy room.

Outside the door, Qingfeng and Qingyue had stood guard the entire time without any slack.

Their expressions were focused and meticulous, always paying attention to the surrounding movements.

Seeing Chen Jiancang come out, both of them immediately bowed respectfully.

Chen Jiancang turned to look at Qingfeng and Qingyue and asked gently, "Was guarding here for the day boring?"

Qingfeng quickly shook his head and said sincerely, "Sir's teaching is that cultivating immortality requires perseverance. During my guarding here, my mind was focused. Not only did I not feel bored, but I felt that time passed as quickly as a white colt seen through a crack, and it was over very soon."

Qingyue saw Qingfeng speaking so eloquently and quickly followed suit by nodding.

Chen Jiancang understood upon hearing this and felt that Qingfeng was a child with a clever mind and clear nature, while Qingyue was simple-minded, obedient, and adorable.

"Not bad. I have finished refining pills for today. You don't need to guard here anymore. Go back and rest."

Chen Jiancang took out one jin of qinghe rice from his storage bag and handed it to Qingfeng. "This is qinghe rice. It contains spiritual energy. You and Qingyue should cook and eat it. It will help you find your Qi sensation as soon as possible."

After closing the door of Jiasi Danshi, Chen Jiancang flicked his sleeve and walked towards his home. Although he had completed this month's Alchemist task, he did not plan to submit it immediately, but rather prepared to submit it at the end of the month.

After all, his Alchemy speed was too unbelievable. Refining ten batches of pills a day yet still not showing any signs of fatigue. If people found out, wouldn't the task volume be increased? At that time, where would he find his own time?

After leaving the Dan Hall, Chen Jiancang summoned his spiritual sword and flew home on the sword, riding the wind across the sky.

At this time, the setting sun was casting its rays, and the sky was filled with colorful clouds like brocade.

The scene of orange and red intertwined was bizarre and colorful, like blazing fire and surging waterfalls, a grand spectacle. The magnificent rosy light filled the sky, reflecting an orange-yellow hue on the ground.

Chen Jiancang was immersed in it, feeling even more deeply that the path of cultivating immortality should not be wasted. One could cultivate for longevity and behold wondrous sights.

Upon returning home, Chen Jiancang did not delay at all and immediately headed to Plot 30 Spiritual Field. Among the cultivation plans for the four types of medicinal herbs, only the cultivation Materials for Snake Scale Grass had been fully collected.

Snake Scale Grass can strengthen the body's muscles and bones and has the effect of body tempering. If he could harvest it and gain physical strengthening, increasing his strength, it would be a good thing for Chen Jiancang.

Chen Jiancang planned to plant it first. Furthermore, leaving the Spirit Field idle for a long time would be a waste of resources, and Chen Jiancang really didn't want to waste any time.

Upon arriving at Plot 30 Spiritual Field, Chen Jiancang found a jade jar, mixed the snake shedding powder and snake saliva, and poured in spiritual spring water.

"It still needs to be sealed and fermented for 8 days before it can be planted," Chen Jiancang sighed after putting everything away properly.