6: Chapter 6: He received a beautiful woman, treasures, and resources, and everyone in the village flocked to curry favor with him!

"However," Cultivator Ye Xueyi changed the subject, "while you made these mistakes, you displayed an almost instinctive, precise grasp of the timing for the Fusion of the medicinal properties and the nodes for injecting Spiritual Qi."

"Especially in the final moment of pill formation, your control over the balance of the three main medicinal ingredients..."

"Many official alchemists who have been immersed in the Dao of Alchemy for ten years might not even possess this kind of intuition."

She looked at Ye Linchuan, and within those cold, clear eyes, a faint light seemed to shimmer, "What you rely on is not skilled technique, but a kind of Innate Comprehension Ability regarding the essence of the Dao of Alchemy."

"Such talent is one in ten thousand."

Butler Ye listened from the side, the joy in his eyes almost overflowing.

Young Miss gave such a high evaluation!

"Since you have no one to guide you, if you have any confusion regarding the Dao of Alchemy in the future, you may come to the Liuyun Pavilion to find me."

Cultivator Ye Xueyi suddenly spoke.

Liuyun Pavilion! That was Cultivator Ye Xueyi's private place for cultivation; ordinary people were not allowed near it!

Ye Linchuan was deeply shocked and quickly said, "Young Miss is too kind; this junior is overwhelmed."

"It is just that this junior's status is lowly, and I fear it might damage Young Miss's reputation, nor does it fit the rules..."

"Since I have spoken, that is the rule."

Then, Cultivator Ye Xueyi flipped her fair hand, and a pale green Jade Slip appeared in her palm, which she handed over, "This Jade Slip records some summaries and insights from Alchemy classics."

"Although it is not a complete System, it may be of some help in organizing your foundation and broadening your horizons. Take it and study it."

Ye Linchuan received it with both hands; the Jade Slip felt warm and smooth to the touch, with faint Spiritual Qi light, "This junior... thanks Young Miss for the generous gift!"

"I will certainly study it day and night, and will not let down Young Miss's expectations!"

He bowed deeply, his tone filled with excitement.

Cultivator Ye Xueyi nodded slightly, said no more, and turned to leave.

Her white robes fluttered, resembling a startled swan.

Butler Ye was all smiles and patted Ye Linchuan's shoulder hard, "Good! Good! Son-in-law, since Young Miss values you so much, you must cherish this Opportunity!"

After saying this, he hurriedly followed.

...

The figures of Cultivator Ye Xueyi and Butler Ye disappeared at the end of the bamboo path.

Ye Linchuan held the Jade Slip and stood there for a long time.

This was no ordinary gift.

This was the tip of the iceberg of the Family's core Legacy, the private collection of Cultivator Ye Xueyi, a Foundation Establishment Prodigy.

An ordinary son-in-law might not be able to touch knowledge of this level in his entire life.

"Husband."

Ye Jinrou walked gently to his side, her eyes filled with worry and a hint of irrepressible excitement, "That Cultivator Ye Xueyi, why... does she value you so much? And... even gifted you a Jade Slip?"

Ye Linchuan shook his head, his gaze falling on the Jade Slip, "I don't know."

He truly did not know.

Perhaps it was because she valued his one-in-ten-thousand Alchemy Comprehension Ability, perhaps it was an investment under the Family's instruction, or perhaps... a deeper purpose.

But for now, he could only accept it and utilize it to the maximum.

"This item is precious; do not mention it to anyone."

"Yes, this wife understands!"

"Just before Butler Ye left, he also left a message."

Immediately, Ye Jinrou whispered, "The Family has decided that starting this month, they will allocate an additional twenty Low-Grade Spirit Stones to you every month, specifically for your study of Alchemy."

"They also sent a First-Grade High Grade Purple Copper Fire-Nurturing Furnace, which is placed in the front hall."

Ye Linchuan's heart stirred.

Twenty Spirit Stones! A First-Grade High Grade Pill Furnace!

This level of support had doubled compared to what was promised before!

The Family had truly invested heavily to ripen him, this seedling of the Dao of Alchemy, as quickly as possible!

"I understand. I need to go into seclusion immediately to study this Jade Slip."

"If there is nothing important, do not let anyone disturb me."

...

In the quiet room.

Ye Linchuan sat cross-legged and sank his Divine Sense into the Jade Slip.

Boom—

A massive amount of information flooded into his mind.

It was not a direct infusion from the System, but rather images, notes, and insights that required him to read and understand them himself.

The opening was an elaboration on the essence of the Dao of Alchemy: "Alchemy is the act of seizing the creation of Heaven and Earth, and defying the mysteries of life and death..."

A few short sentences, far exceeding any basic books he had come into contact with before.

Ye Linchuan was enthralled as he read.

He possessed Second-Grade max-level skills, and his practical operation was already perfect; what he lacked was exactly this kind of high-level theoretical guidance.

The Jade Slip also recorded the Alchemy insights for dozens of First-Grade Medicinal Pills, as well as introductory summaries and required Materials for several Second-Grade Low Grade Medicinal Pills.

Although it did not involve the most core Alchemy techniques, the inspiration for his thought process was invaluable.

He absorbed this knowledge hungrily, verifying it against his existing skills.

Unknowingly, several hours passed.

The sky outside the window had long since darkened.

Ye Linchuan withdrew his Divine Sense, let out a long breath, and his eyes shone with a brilliant light.

The harvest was too great!

Many steps that he had previously performed perfectly by instinct were now understood with deeper principles, and he even saw directions for optimization and improvement.

"This favor... is truly a large debt."

Ye Linchuan muttered.

This gift from Cultivator Ye Xueyi could be described as timely help in a moment of need.

This also caused the vigilance in his heart to climb to its peak.

Favor for no reason? He did not believe it.

"Soldiers come to block, water comes to cover."

"Right now, improving my strength is the fundamental thing!"

Ye Linchuan composed his thoughts and got up to walk to the front hall.

On the table in the hall, there was indeed a bronze furnace with a dark purple body and faint cloud patterns.

It was two sizes larger than the previous Pill Furnace, with internal Spiritual Qi, and one could tell at a glance that it was extraordinary.

Beside it was a bulging Spirit Stone bag.

"First-Grade High Grade Purple Copper Fire-Nurturing Furnace, market price at least three hundred Spirit Stones."

"The Family, what a generous investment."

Ye Linchuan stroked the cold surface of the Pill Furnace, his eyes deep.

For this investment, he must provide a satisfactory return.

...

The next day.

The news that Ye Linchuan had received personal guidance from Cultivator Ye Xueyi, been gifted an Alchemy Jade Slip, and received double the Family resources spread through the entire Bizhu Manor like a hurricane.

And it spread to other areas of Biyang Mountain at an even faster speed.

The entire Bizhu Manor was boiling!

"What?! Cultivator Ye Xueyi went to his courtyard personally? And gave guidance on Alchemy?"

"More than that! I heard that Young Miss gave him a very high evaluation, saying his Alchemy Comprehension Ability is one in ten thousand! She gifted him a Jade Slip recording her insights on the spot!"

"The Family also added more Spirit Stones and sent a High Grade Pill Furnace! They are grooming him as a Core Disciple!"

"A son-in-law... on what grounds?!"

Envy, jealousy, disbelief, awe, flattery... all kinds of complex gazes and emotions instantly drowned Ye Linchuan's small courtyard.

In the afternoon, visitors came in an endless stream.

"Son-in-law Ye, congratulations! In the future, when you have achievements in the Dao of Alchemy, don't forget to help your younger brother!"

"Nephew Ye, a small gift, congratulations, congratulations!"

"Brother Ye, I am hosting a dinner tonight, you must do me the honor of attending!"

Congratulatory gifts soon filled half of the side room.

Ye Linchuan wore a slightly flattered smile on his face as he received them one by one, but his attitude remained distant.

He knew clearly that behind this enthusiasm was the drive of profit.

"Brother Ye!"

Lin Ye also came, his smile sincere but filled with emotion, "Congratulations! This time, you have truly leaped over the Dragon Gate."

Lin Ye was a fellow townsman of Ye Linchuan.

Previously, when participating in the Yunlan Sect immortal gate assessment, he was also eliminated because his Spiritual Root was too trash.

Finally, he followed Ye Linchuan to marry into the Biyang Mountain Family to obtain various cultivation resources.

"Brother Lin is joking, it is just better luck."

Ye Linchuan invited him to sit and personally poured wine.

"This is not luck."

Lin Ye shook his head and clinked bowls with him, "What kind of discernment does Cultivator Ye Xueyi have?"

"That she can value you and gift you a Jade Slip is enough to explain everything."

"Brother Ye, your future is truly limitless."

He paused and sighed, "Look at me, still spinning around in the Acquired realm, the distance to the Innate realm is far off, let alone completing the contract."

"Sometimes I really feel that people are born with different fates."

Ye Linchuan said seriously, "Brother Lin, do not belittle yourself."

"I observe that your aura is becoming increasingly condensed, the Opportunity for a Breakthrough might not be far off."

"Moreover, Body Refining in martial arts is also of great benefit if there is any immortal fate in the future."

Lin Ye knew he was comforting him, smiled, and said no more.

The two drank together until the night fell.