The Extreme Alchemist of the Mighty Cauldron

208  Chapter 208: Exceptional Promotion?

Upon hearing this, Fang Lin glanced at the elder. Nôv(el)B\\jnn

"Didn't you hear? The head of the sect demands your immediate audience!" The elder saw Fang Lin's lack of response and spoke coldly.

The atmosphere suddenly became somewhat tense. Gu Daofeng wanting to see Fang Lin at this time certainly meant ill-intent. If Fang Lin went, he would likely be at a great disadvantage.

The most probable theory was that Gu Daofeng had set his sights on whatever Fang Lin had acquired, with plans to claim it as his own.

Fang Lin frowned slightly, he really didn't want to meet with Gu Daofeng at this time, who knew what sinister things Gu Daofeng would do to him.

"Fang Lin, accompany us to meet the Sect Master, there's no need to heed the words of others." At this moment, one of the four elders in the group spoke.

The elder from the Pill Sect immediately looked troubled. He wanted to protest, but didn't dare to utter a word against the four elders.

After all, they were amongst the strongest within the Purple Mist Sect. Although not elders themselves, they held even higher status than the elders, moreover, they had the backing of Sect Master Han Luoyun.

Fang Lin's face showed relief, he bowed to the four elders: "This junior accepts the command."

Having said this, he followed the four elders away from the Pill Array, heading towards Purple Mist Peak.

The elder from the Pill Sect was seething and quickly took out the Message Transmitting Jade Slip to inform Gu Daofeng.

Inside the main hall of the Pill Sect, when Gu Daofeng learned that Fang Lin was going to meet Han Luoyun, his eyes also emitted a dark light.

"The Sect Master has intervened; regarding Fang Lin's matter, we have lost any opportunity." Gu Daofeng sat in silence for a while before he finally spoke.

Gu Hanshan clenched his teeth angrily. Although he was extremely dissatisfied, since Han Luoyun had meddled, they indeed could do nothing. If they were to pull any excessive tricks, they might end up angering Han Luoyun.

"Father, I won't be able to rest until Fang Lin is dead," said Gu Hanshan, looking extremely displeased.

Gu Daofeng sighed deeply, "I feel the same. I regret not being cautious of Fang Lin in time, allowing him to rise in power today."

Gu Hanshan clenched his fist. Fang Lin getting the Four Saints' inheritance already posed a great threat to him.

If it were the Fang Lin before the Four Saints' inheritance, Gu Hanshan would still retain some superiority. After all, whether it be in terms of cultivation or Alchemy Tao realm, he was stronger than Fang Lin.

But now, Fang Lin's Martial Arts realm had caught up with him, and the gap was no longer so wide.

As for the Alchemy Tao realm, with the inheritance of the Four Saints and possession of two kinds of Soul Commanding Pill Flame, even though Fang Lin might still not be as good as Gu Hanshan now, who knew how rapidly he might progress in the future?

If Fang Lin didn't die, Gu Hanshan would forever have a sense of impending crisis.

"Father, we might be able to use other methods to eliminate Fang Lin," Gu Hanshan suddenly suggested.

Gu Daofeng glanced at him and said lightly: "Don't worry too much, as long as the Han Family doesn't fully stand behind Fang Lin, I have ways to make him meet his end. The most important thing for you right now is to go to the Pill Alliance and become a Three Cauldron Pill Refiner."

Gu Hanshan nodded, but a trace of sinister intent flickered in his eyes.

...

This was the first time Fang Lin had visited the Purple Mist Great Hall, and also the first time he had met with the Purple Mist Sect Master Han Luoyun.

As for Han Luoyun, Fang Lin had long heard of his reputation. The ruler of the Purple Mist Sect, one of the top experts in Qian Country, he was also the father of Han Yinyue and Han Xiaoxing.

The fact that he birthed such formidable sisters indicated that Han Luoyun was obviously an extraordinary person.

Fang Lin had always been curious about this Purple Mist Sect Master, and now he finally saw his true face.

Han Luoyun stood there, straight and tall, his robe as white as snow, untouched by dust. His handsome face looked to be just over thirty with a pair of bright eyes emanating indescribable charm.

Fang Lin thought to himself that the Sect Master Han turned out to be a handsome man.

However, it wasn't surprising, given that his daughters, the sisters Han Yinyue and Han Xiaoxing, were so breathtakingly beautiful. Being their father, Han Luoyun naturally wouldn't fall short in terms of looks.

"Disciple Fang Lin, pays respect to the Sect Master." Fang Lin stood inside the main hall, saluted Han Luoyun respectfully, no matter what he was murmuring inside, his attitude was extremely respectful.

Han Luoyun looked at Fang Lin with interest. Even though it wasn't his first time seeing Fang Lin, it was their first formal meeting.

Han Yinyue stood to one side with a gentle smile on her face, her eyes filled with undisguised admiration.

In the great hall, there were also some high-ranking members of the Purple Mist Sect, all of whom were elderly people with ancient features. They were all looking at Fang Lin, some showing goodwill, a few revealing a trace of disgust, and several with indifferent expressions.

"Fang Lin, I heard that you have two kinds of Soul Commanding Pill Flames. Please show them to us all." Han Luoyun said, his face revealing a trace of curiosity.

Fang Lin was somewhat speechless, but he complied. He extended his hands, and two flames, one blue and one purple, appeared in his palms.

Upon seeing this, everyone in the hall showed a look of surprise. Even Han Luoyun couldn't help but marvel.

"Good! The inheritance of the Four Saints has been bestowed upon you today, this is indeed a fortunate event for our Purple Mist Sect!" Han Luoyun laughed.

Fang Lin put away the flames, standing there politely and respectfully, not seeming nervous at all.

At this moment, Han Yinyue spoke up: "Sect Master, Fang Lin is an extraordinary genius, and now he has received the inheritance of the Four Saints. In my opinion, we should break the convention and promote Fang Lin to the status of a True Disciple."

As soon as she finished speaking, many high-ranking members of the Purple Mist Sect changed their expressions. However, most of them secretly nodded, thinking that Han Yinyue's words made a lot of sense.

"Sect Master, the young lady's words are inappropriate. Our Purple Mist Sect has followed these conventions for thousands of years. Can they really be broken so easily?"

"Indeed, Fang Lin is a genius, but since he is a disciple of our Purple Mist Sect, he should follow our rules. The promotion should not be waived!"

"Please rethink this, Sect Master!"

...

As soon as Han Yinyue finished speaking, a few high-ranking members of the Purple Mist Sect stood up in opposition.

Fang Lin looked at the few who opposed, he didn't recognize any of them, but the way they were looking at him clearly showed hostility.

This made Fang Lin somewhat perplexed. He hadn't provoked them, yet they were so eagerly suppressing him.

Han Yinyue seemed to have anticipated the opposition, but she didn't pay them any mind and instead looked at Han Luoyun.

With a smile on his face, Han Luoyun looked at Fang Lin: "Yinyue proposes to promote you to True Disciple status against convention. Are you willing?"

Fang Lin rolled his eyes inwardly. You are the Sect Master, while I'm just a disciple. Yet, you're asking if I'm willing?

Of course I am willing!

Despite his internal eagerness, Fang Lin still showed a somewhat embarrassed and awkward expression: "Well, actually, my opinion isn't important. If the Sect Master is willing, then I'm fine with the promotion."

On hearing Fang Lin's words, there was a twitch at the corners of everyone's mouths. Even Han Luoyun laughed out loud.

"Impudent Fang Lin! How dare you speak nonsense in the Purple Mist Great Hall!" A black-robed elder pointed at Fang Lin and rebuked him in a cold voice.