6: Chapter 6: Assigning a lucrative position sparks public outrage.

"Martial Aunt, here is your token. I chose a..."

"Alright, any Cultivation Technique you choose is fine. You don't need to report to me."

Yang Yao interrupted Ji Taichang with a smile.

She casually put away the identity token and took Ji Taichang's hand. Together, they entered the Alchemy Hall as she began introducing its situation to him.

Such as the personnel structure, regional divisions, Alchemy processes, and so on.

"Hiss—who is this guy? How can he be on such good terms with Elder Yang?"

"On what basis can he hold Elder Yang's hand? He really deserves to die!"

"Let go of Elder Yang's hand and let me do it!"

Many male Disciples in the Alchemy Hall widened their eyes, staring at the tightly held hands of Ji Taichang and Yang Yao, their eyes filled with envy and jealousy.

Yang Yao could be said to be their dream lover. How many people dreamed of touching her fair and tender little hand? Now, Ji Taichang had beaten them to it!

"From now on, you are an Apprentice Deacon of my Alchemy Hall, responsible for recording and handling the Waste Pills produced during the Alchemy process. Once you Breakthrough to the Foundation Establishment Stage, you can become a Formal Deacon. How about it?"

As Yang Yao's voice fell, the entire Alchemy Hall suddenly became silent!

Immediately after, many Alchemy Hall Disciples stared with wide eyes, looking at Ji Taichang in unison, their eyes filled with shock and intense jealousy!

Waste Pill handling—this was one of the most lucrative cushy jobs in the Alchemy Hall!

Although they were called "Waste" Pills, there were always some Medicinal Pills that were just slightly poor in quality or incorrect in shape, but their medicinal power remained, and their value was not low.

But the Waste Pill Processing Deacon had the power to identify them as "Waste Pills," pretend to scrap them, and then keep them privately or sell them secretly. The benefits were numerous!

Especially some high-grade Medicinal Pills; even as "Waste Pills" with only a fraction of their medicinal power left, their value was extremely high!

Moreover, this job was very easy and required almost no effort!

Countless people in the Alchemy Hall had their eyes on this cushy job!

Seeing someone who had appeared out of nowhere take this cushy job, many Alchemy Hall Disciples could no longer sit still.

"Elder, you cannot!"

"He isn't even a Disciple of our Alchemy Hall, let alone an Alchemist. On what basis can he be the Waste Pill Processing Deacon?"

"On what basis!?"

"Exactly, this is inappropriate in every sense! We ask the Elder to withdraw the command!"

Dozens, even hundreds of Alchemy Hall Disciples stood up in protest, their eyes full of anger and dissatisfaction, staring fiercely at Ji Taichang!

The smile on Yang Yao's pretty face vanished. Adopting the majesty of an Alchemy Hall Elder, she said coldly, "Am I, as an Alchemy Hall Elder and a Third-Grade Alchemist, not qualified to appoint an Apprentice Deacon?!"

Ordinarily, these Alchemy Hall Disciples would certainly not dare to oppose Yang Yao.

But the cushy job of Waste Pill Processing Deacon was too tempting; they had been eyeing it for a long time.

Some Disciples had even spent a great deal of resources to pull strings and had already been nominated, long ago regarding this cushy job as something already in their pocket!

Furthermore, some Disciples were backed by Sect Elders and had their own backgrounds and status.

Therefore, they did not retreat an inch, completely unwilling to let Ji Taichang snatch away this cushy job!

"He is only at the Qi Refinement Stage. According to Sect regulations, he isn't even qualified to be an Apprentice Deacon!"

"Elder Yang, if you insist on doing this, don't blame us for reporting it to the Law Enforcement Hall!"

"Correct! Even if you are a Third-Grade Alchemist, Elder Yang, you cannot openly violate Sect regulations!"

Many Alchemy Hall Disciples were incensed, determined to make a big scene.

"You—"

Yang Yao was instantly enraged, her chest heaving with fury, trembling and creating a startling curve.

It had to be said, she was truly beautiful and glamorous; even when she was Life Qi, she had a unique charm!

This huffing appearance made many male Disciples secretly swallow their saliva!

"Are you saying that one needs a Foundation Establishment Stage cultivation to be this deacon?"

At this moment, Ji Taichang suddenly spoke.

"Exactly! According to Qingyun Sect regulations, whether it's an Apprentice Deacon or a Formal Deacon, the minimum requirement is a Foundation Establishment Stage cultivation. This is a hard and fast rule!"

"Even an Alchemy Hall Elder cannot violate Sect regulations; otherwise, who will follow them in the future?"

Many Disciples spoke up one after another.

Yang Yao's expression became increasingly unsightly, and a hint of difficulty appeared in her eyes.

Ji Taichang, however, curled his lips: "It's simple. I'll just reach Foundation Establishment, won't I?"

With that, he no longer concealed his aura and revealed it!

First Level of the Foundation Establishment Stage!

A powerful surge of aura spread out, instantly silencing the entire Alchemy Hall!

Shock on all sides!

Yang Yao was so shocked she covered her mouth, her beautiful eyes sparkling: "Xiao Chang, you... when did you Breakthrough?"

Last night, Ji Taichang was clearly only at the Qi Refinement Stage!

Ji Taichang smiled slightly and said nonchalantly, "Thanks to Martial Aunt, I exchanged for a Cultivation Technique from the Scripture Pavilion last night. I suddenly had an Epiphany while contemplating the technique. Combined with years of accumulation, I finally achieved a Breakthrough and stepped into the Foundation Establishment Stage in one go!"

Working in the Alchemy Hall would allow him to both reap benefits and get closer to Yang Yao, increasing their contact. Ji Taichang would not let this pass!

And...

Women admire the strong.

Only by appropriately demonstrating his powerful Aptitude and strength could Ji Taichang capture Yang Yao's heart more quickly!

Sure enough, hearing that Ji Taichang could actually enter the legendary state of "Epiphany," Yang Yao's heart shook. The way she looked at Ji Taichang became even more tender, filled with admiration.

"Good! Good... as expected of Xiao Chang! I knew you were capable!"

"Hehe, now that Xiao Chang is at the Foundation Establishment Stage, I officially appoint him as an Alchemy Hall deacon. Does anyone else have an objection?"

Yang Yao stood with her hands on her hips, her pretty face filled with excitement and pride!

Ji Taichang's performance brought her honor and made her quite gratified.

[Ding! Detected Yang Yao's favorability increased by 5 points]

[Yang Yao favorability: 35 (When favorability reaches 100, a surprise will occur!)]

The System prompt sounded, making the corners of Ji Taichang's mouth curl up slightly.

"He, he... this doesn't follow the rules!"

"That's right. The appointment of an Alchemy Hall deacon needs to go through the proper process. It's not something that can be decided by a single word from you, Elder Yang."

"The rules cannot be changed!"

Those opposing Disciples turned red in the face, anxious and angry, still unwilling to let Ji Taichang snatch the cushy job.

"Heh, then I'll go and handle the process for him right now!"

"In short, the matter is settled!"

Yang Yao sneered, then turned and left the Alchemy Hall to personally handle the process for Ji Taichang.

With her status and position, doing this was not difficult!

After Yang Yao left.

With a "swish," the gazes of everyone in the Alchemy Hall converged on Ji Taichang!

A woman in white walked straight up to Ji Taichang, pointed her finger at his nose, and said shrilly, "I'm warning you, if you know what's good for you, get lost. Behind me is the Vice Hall Master of the Alchemy Hall! The position of Waste Pill Processing Deacon is mine!"

"If you dare to snatch my position, there will be consequences!"