Chapter 428: Chapter 423: Potential Points Surpassing 9, the Great War Resumes
Yang Chan left Gu An’s residence, his excited expression returning to one of calm.
He had to admit, after becoming the Sect Leader of the Cyan Yuan Sect, Gu An had learned a thing or two from Liu Xuan about making grand, empty promises.
Compared to his predecessor, Gu An was more sincere. The complete Peng Demon Bone Marrow Cleansing Scripture, in particular, piqued Yang Chan’s interest.
Previously, after receiving a new shipment of Spirit Medicines and another batch from the Cyan Yuan Sect’s stores from Taiyin Heaven, he had once again refined the Five Revolutions Nourishing Organ Pill.
The results were far better than he had anticipated; the Pill Formation Success Rate reached thirty percent. If the rate had been too low, he would have spent some Potential Points on his Pharmacist profession to reach the Tier Four Master Stage. But now that he could successfully refine the Five Revolutions Nourishing Organ Pill, he decided to stick with his original plan for allocating his points.
The quality of the elixirs he was refining kept improving. He set aside the most potent ones for himself, planning to give the rest to Gu An after his next session in exchange for more Alchemy Materials.
He had no interest in working for free, so naturally, he kept the best for himself. Later, when the time was right, he would gradually reveal higher-quality elixirs and slowly increase the quantity he handed over.
’There’s still some time before I leave the Cyan Yuan Sect for the Merak Sacred Land. I’d better control my pace.’
Yang Chan had already tried the Five Revolutions Nourishing Organ Pill, and the increase in Potential Points was substantial—it gave him a full 1.0 Potential Point. After the life-extending Longevity Two Body Pill, this was the next elixir he had taken that provided a benefit starting with the number one. More importantly, the Five Revolutions Nourishing Organ Pill was a sustainable elixir. He had quite a few on hand, enough to last him for some time.
This was a world of difference from an elixir with restrictions like the Longevity Two Body Pill.
Thanks to the Five Revolutions Nourishing Organ Pill, Yang Chan’s Daily Potential Point Collection had broken past 9, now reaching 9.3. For Yang Chan, this was an excellent number.
With just a little more improvement, his Daily Potential Point Collection would break into the double digits. The thought of seeing two digits before the decimal point filled Yang Chan with anticipation.
Then there was the new Pill Formula he had obtained from Princess Lan Yue. It was also for an elixir that aided cultivators at the Inner Refining Five Level, but its refining difficulty was high. He planned to first improve his Pill Formation Success Rate with the Five Revolutions Nourishing Organ Pill before attempting the new formula.
As he thought about this, Yang Chan fiddled with the Profound Yin Hanging Bead in his hand. Stored inside was the new Pill Formula: the Essence Condensing and Organ Refining Pill.
This Pill Formula was for a pill that gathered Essence Qi to promote the tempering of the Five Viscera. Its effects were similar to the Five Revolutions Nourishing Organ Pill, and he estimated that once he successfully refined it, his Daily Potential Point Collection would finally break into the double digits.
’However, the materials required for this Pill Formula are increasingly rare. I can gather what I need from the Cyan Yuan Sect, but not in large quantities. The Spirit Medicines inside the Profound Yin Hanging Bead could also be used, but they’re quite precious. I should continue to improve my Alchemy proficiency with the Five Revolutions Nourishing Organ Pill for now and attempt this new one later.’
Lost in thought, Yang Chan arrived back at Yuanqing Courtyard.
Although the people from the Holy Lands brought a certain amount of danger to the Great Zhou Imperial Dynasty, in a way, they were also a source of stability.
Take the Cyan Yuan Sect, for example. During this period, there were almost no off-sect missions assigned. With no need to venture out, there was naturally much less trouble. Yang Chan’s life within the sect was simple and straightforward, with few people to disturb him—exactly the kind of life he preferred.
The Official Disciples requested by Former Sect Leader Liu Xuan had also been sent away during this time. Based on what Gu An had just told him, their situation was about what he’d expected: they would likely face danger, participate in perilous missions, and be treated as expendable.
Only the survivors would have a chance to establish themselves in the Merak Sacred Land. Gu An didn’t elaborate, and Yang Chan was tactful enough not to ask. If it were something he was allowed to know, Gu An would have had no reason to hide it.
’Either Gu An doesn’t know the details himself, or it’s a matter I shouldn’t be privy to.’
Yang Chan was tactful and disliked trouble, so he didn’t press the issue. ’Besides,’ he thought, ’with my status, I’ll find out eventually.’
’There’s no rush concerning the Merak Sacred Land. I’ll take it one step at a time.’
Back in Yuanqing Courtyard, Yang Chan’s life returned to its peaceful routine.
However, a peaceful life was hard to maintain—less durable, it seemed, than his Combat Power.
"Pharmacist Yang, an urgent message arrived from the Han Family! One copy has already been delivered to the Sect Leader, and this other one just arrived for you!"
Han Bingyu rushed to the outside of the Practice Institute and called into the courtyard.
This was a courtyard reserved exclusively for him after he moved into his new, larger residence.
It could be described in one word: big.
Cultivating in the Practice Institute was extremely convenient, especially for practicing techniques like the Wind-Stepping Technique.
Not many people were permitted to enter the Practice Institute. Even Han Bingyu was forbidden from entering while Yang Chan was in the middle of his cultivation.
The official reason was that he could not be observed while cultivating. The truth was that he didn’t want anyone to witness his training, since his regular sessions far surpassed the limits of the External Refining Steel level.
While cultivating, he would extend his powerful perception to cover his surroundings. This not only trained his Spiritual Power but also kept him in a constant state of high alert.
A person who stays in a comfortable environment for too long will grow complacent. The change is so gradual it’s unnoticeable day-to-day, but a comparison over a long period would reveal a drastic difference.
Therefore, maintaining this state of tension during his daily cultivation prevented him from growing too relaxed. It was a necessary counterbalance to his otherwise peaceful life.
The incident with the Taiyin Saintess had served as a potent warning. Now, whenever a stranger approached, Yang Chan would use his Soul Body to inspect them, lest another hidden expert appear to shatter his peaceful and harmonious life.
"Alright, I understand. You may come in!"
Yang Chan called out in response.
He had just finished his training and was in the process of slowly concluding his session. If Han Bingyu had arrived any earlier, she would have been forced to wait.
Upon hearing him, Han Bingyu pushed the door open and entered. She handed the letter to Yang Chan, then walked over to where a basin of clean water was set.
She picked up a towel from the basin, wrung it dry, and came to Yang Chan’s side to help him wipe away his sweat.
The entire sequence of movements was fluid and seamless, clearly born from countless repetitions.
Yang Chan, meanwhile, slowly opened the letter. His brow furrowed slightly as he finished reading its contents.
’It really is difficult to live a peaceful life,’ he thought. ’For now, though, this hasn’t affected the Cyan Yuan Sect.’
The Jin Meng Empire had started a war again.
The two empires had observed a temporary truce due to the emergence of Taiyin Heaven. But now that Taiyin Heaven was closed, the Jin Meng Empire was massing its forces once again. This time, it wasn’t just at Jinyun City in Lan State; they were also assembling large armies in Qi State and Yu State, effectively opening fronts in three states simultaneously.
The Great Zhou Imperial Dynasty had also dispatched a large number of troops, clearly having made preparations of its own. It was no wonder nobody had intervened when people from the various Holy Lands caused so much trouble in places like Qing State. Besides being wary of the Holy Lands’ power, the Great Zhou Imperial Dynasty was preoccupied with countering the Jin Meng Empire.
The troublemaking by the Holy Land members didn’t threaten the foundation of the Great Zhou Imperial Dynasty, and they even showed a degree of restraint, as there were mutual agreements binding them. The Jin Meng Empire, in contrast, was a different story.
It harbored the ravenous ambition of annexing the Great Zhou Imperial Dynasty, an ill-intentioned enemy that had to be met with utmost vigilance.
The letter didn’t contain many details, as both empires were still in the process of massing their troops and preparing for war.
Many people had died the last time war broke out, and the Court had subsequently started conscripting soldiers. Given the scale of the impending war, Yang Chan estimated it wouldn’t be long before the conscription drive reached Qing State, and the Cyan Yuan Sect would likely be affected.
This was the reason for Yang Chan’s frown. His peaceful life was about to be shattered again. With the conflict escalating, the Cyan Yuan Sect would be obligated by its alliance pact to send people to provide support.
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