Chapter 101: Chapter 101 I Refuse
Guo Yuheng was increasingly fascinated by the idea.
Being an assistant to a Pill Master, this was a coveted position that every apprentice dreamed of, so everyone could only envy Shi Hao.
Yet, in the future, if Shi Hao failed to learn even a bit from Guo Zhou, there would be no way for him to voice his grievances.
Others would only say that Shi Hao was slow-witted—how could they blame Guo Zhou for not teaching?
—Becoming a senior apprentice only proved that Shi Hao had a good memory and strong analytical skills, but whether or not he could learn alchemy involved practical ability, which was another matter altogether.
History was not without such examples, many had become senior apprentices early on, yet they never managed to take that next step in their entire lives.
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“Uncle Qi, the older the ginger, the more piquant the spice!” Guo Yuheng praised.
Guo Zhou was also quite pleased, nodding with a smile, “Good, follow me, and let’s recruit that Shi Hao as an assistant.”
“Yes.” Guo Yuheng gladly agreed. He planned to enlighten Shi Hao only after he had accepted, but sadly, by then it would be too late for regrets.
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He was greatly looking forward to the expression on Shi Hao’s face at that time—it would certainly be priceless.
The uncle-nephew duo set out, headed toward Shi Hao’s residence.
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Meanwhile, Shi Hao had also fetched back the big yellow dog.
These past few days, Big Yellow’s old habits had flared up, setting itself loose in the garbage dump of the Pill Yard, as if it were back at Starwind Academy.
This left Shi Hao speechless, truly a case of ‘a dog can’t change its habit of eating feces.’
“Eat this!” Shi Hao took out a Spirit Awakening Pill and tossed it to the big yellow dog.
The big yellow dog sniffed it, then decisively turned its face aside, ignoring it.
Am I a dog that eats such things?
At the very least, it should have been leftover food from a garbage heap, sometimes even finding bones with meat on them.
Alas!
Shi Hao sighed, forced to resort to violence.
“Woof woof woof!” Big Yellow yelped miserably, oh mercy! This human was going crazy again, stuffing who knows what into him.
After forcefully administering it, Shi Hao smiled contentedly, tossing Big Yellow aside and quietly observing the changes.
The Spirit Awakening Pill was not perfect, so he also didn’t know to what extent it could enhance Big Yellow’s intelligence.
Just wait.
He brewed a cup of tea, pondering that he had been at White Cloud Sect for quite a few days now and it was about time to visit the Martial Courtyard and seek the techniques for Soul Nurturing.
Thump thump thump, the sound of knocking came from outside.
Ah, having no servants to relay messages was inconvenient.
Shi Hao stood up and walked over to open the door.
Outside stood two people, one was Guo Yuheng, and the other, although somewhat resembling him, was much older, probably around forty.
“Hmm?” Shi Hao looked puzzled.
Immediately, Guo Yuheng barked, “Shi Hao, do you not immediately show respect upon seeing Alchemist Guo?”
Shi Hao smiled faintly, “If I were the one visiting, naturally I would show respect.”
Implying that since they had come to him, he wouldn’t bother with formalities.
“Shi Hao, you have quite the nerve!” Guo Yuheng immediately raised his eyebrows, displaying anger, “Alchemist Guo coming to see you is an honor for you, yet you are so arrogant!”
“State your business,” Shi Hao said, not wanting to waste words.
Could he not see that Guo Yuheng had always harbored hostility towards him?
In his opinion, Guo Yuheng definitely had issues in the head.
Therefore, this visit was surely ill-intentioned.
Given that, why should he be courteous?
Would being polite prevent them from acting?
Besides, was Shi Hao the type to just take a beating?
The stiff resistance from Shi Hao made Guo Yuheng feel suffocated, he took a deep breath, then said solemnly, “Alchemist Guo has arrived, are you not going to welcome him inside?”
“Such a hassle,” Shi Hao muttered, “Come in if you want.”
He opened the door and let the two in.
This… they make it sound like it’s a rare privilege!
Guo Yuheng was indeed angry, and even Guo Zhou couldn’t help but bare his teeth. How was this young man so defiant?
He had seen many proud young people, but after entering the White Cloud Sect, their arrogance was quickly ground down, and they became humble. After all, this was an existence that soared above the three great nations, where the Sect Master could depose or appoint a king with a single word.
However, hmph, he would gradually wear down this young man’s pride and make him lose all ambition.
For now, let him feel proud for a moment.
Guo Zhou entered and sat down in the living room.
Shi Hao walked in last; he didn’t even close the door, as the people were about to be driven away by his attitude anyway.
He also sat down and started drinking tea.
This!
Even with Guo Zhou’s cultivation, he nearly shook all over.
“Shi Hao, you are too detestable! Serve tea to Alchemist Guo right this instant!” Guo Yuheng shouted loudly.
“The tea leaves are on the table, the water in the kitchen.” Shi Hao said lazily.
“You!” Guo Yuheng pointed at Shi Hao, “How dare you have Alchemist Guo make his own tea? That’s utterly disrespectful!”
“It’s not like he is disabled.” Shi Hao quipped, “Serve yourself if you can, and you shall live comfortably.”
Seeing that Guo Yuheng was about to explode, Guo Zhou raised his hand to stop him, while secretly heaving a sigh inside.
When it came to being worldly-wise, Guo Yuheng was far behind Shi Hao.
This way, you’re being led around by the nose by Shi Hao.
“Shi Hao, I came here today to bring you some good news,” he began.
Upon hearing this, Guo Yuheng immediately calmed down, that’s right, they had serious business to do, why bicker senselessly with Shi Hao?
“Oh?” Shi Hao’s eyes lit up, “Is Alchemist Guo going to grant me a Spirit Stone?”
Guo Zhou was momentarily choked, his lips twitching.
You really have a big appetite.
It was known that even Martial Courtyard disciples had to advance to Soul Nurturing to receive Spirit Stones for cultivation, and they only got one per month.
To receive extra Spirit Stones, one had to contribute to the sect.
As for them, the Pill Yard disciples who did not need to practice cultivation, they naturally couldn’t receive Spirit Stones.
“Are you really daydreaming!” Guo Yuheng sneered coldly.
“It’s not like I’m asking you for them. Why the useless rant?” Shi Hao retorted.
Guo Yuheng instantly felt tight-chested, a wave of aggression rising, but thinking about Shi Hao’s Combat Power, he suppressed it again.
— Even if Guo Zhou made a move, he might not be a match for Shi Hao.
Their focus was on alchemy technique, and cultivation was only to maintain a robust physique and abundant energy; who would spend a lot of time on it?
Guo Zhou gave a faint smile and said, “They say it’s better to teach a man to fish than to give him a fish. I plan to take you on as my assistant to help with alchemy, and give you some guidance on the way.”
“Hurry up and thank Alchemist Guo!” Guo Yuheng immediately said, feeling quite a bit better.
You’re arrogant now, but you’ll cry later.
Shi Hao shook his head: “No.”
What?
Both Guo Yuheng and Guo Zhou wore incredulous expressions. What did you say?
You have the right to say no to a Pill Master’s offer?
“Shi Hao, you are really audacious, daring to refuse a Pill Master’s kindness!” Guo Yuheng said grimly.
Shi Hao looked surprised, shrugged, and said, “Is there a rule in the Pill Yard that says you must agree?”
These words immediately left Guo Yuheng and Guo Zhou speechless.
Indeed, there was no such rule in the Pill Yard, but the opportunity to assist a Pill Master was something any apprentice would crave.
Who would refuse?
How did they end up with such an unconventional candidate?
(I’m here begging for votes again! Classmates, vote and favor please~~~)