Qin Chu cupped his fists towards Grand Elder Su, then turned and left, heading directly back to the Alchemist Guild.
At this time, the forces of the various major powers also withdrew. Staking out? What was the point of staking out? It was useless. They could only find a way, find an opportunity to secretly eliminate Qin Chu.
Uncle Shang Tianye, who had been observing in secret, nodded, "This fellow has a bigger temper and more fire than his father and grandfather. He's also much more straightforward. If the Vermilion Bird Saint Clan had been stronger back then, some people wouldn't have dared to act."
"Watching this period has been thrilling. The Geniuses of the other three Saint Clans have been overshadowed; they are completely incomparable to him," Zhen Han said.
"The Black Tortoise Saint Clan has also torn off its facade. People's hearts are not what they used to be; the world is in chaos," Uncle Shang Tianye said.
"I don't know what kind of situation will unfold next. The three major Saint Clans and the Gu family will not let him off," Shangshuyu still felt some worry in her heart. After all, Qin Chu had provoked major powers. If these three powers joined forces, even the Azure Dragon Saint Clan wouldn't be able to withstand them.
Uncle Shang Tianye smiled, "So what if they don't let him off? The Alchemist Guild and Demon Castle clearly both support Qin Chu. Not to mention these two, if Qin Chu goes to the City Lord's Mansion and shouts that he's joining the City Lord's Mansion, would the three major powers dare to touch him? Don't worry, this young one has many escape routes. In the worst-case scenario, he can just pack up and leave. His opponents will only be left to eat poorly and sleep poorly, waiting for his retaliation," Uncle Shang Tianye said.
Back inside the Alchemist Guild, Qin Chu brewed a pot of tea and pondered. The Black Tortoise Saint Clan had directly torn off its facade and was at odds with him; this was something he hadn't anticipated. He felt it was no longer suitable to go out and fight. The opponent's forces were too numerous. If they formed an encirclement, he truly wouldn't be able to escape. He wouldn't even mention himself; he couldn't drag Hei San and the Vermilion Bird Saint Clan's forces into danger.
While Qin Chu was drinking tea, Mei Tianling came to Qin Chu's small courtyard and sat opposite him, "Today's battle was beautiful. Your Aura was like a rainbow. The opposing families wanted to devour you alive."
"I've brought trouble to the Alchemist Guild. It's better if I leave a bit later. If I stay in the Alchemist Guild all the time, many people will think the Alchemist Guild is acting unfairly," Qin Chu said.
"Heh heh! If they had the ability, they wouldn't have let you into the Alchemist Guild. They would have just killed you outside, wouldn't they? They couldn't do it! Our Alchemist Guild didn't participate in the war. Our taking you in was also before the war broke out. There's no problem with that. Will the Alchemist Guild expel an Alchemist because of them? That would truly become a joke, and they don't have the qualifications to make the Alchemist Guild change its mind!" Mei Tianling smiled.
After a moment of silence, Qin Chu nodded, "Qin Chu understands."
After drinking a cup of tea and telling Qin Chu to stay put, Mei Tianling left Qin Chu's small courtyard.
Although it was late, Qin Chu's heart couldn't calm down. Today's battle had made him feel a surge of passion, but it also made him realize how dire the situation was. Now, no one cared about face; everyone didn't want the Vermilion Bird Saint Clan to rise again, and they didn't want Qin Chu to live. Therefore, he had to be cautious.
After thinking for a while, Qin Chu began Alchemy. Medicinal Pills still had to be sold, and he would observe the situation before deciding.
The next day, before Qin Chu even reached the Alchemist Guild's trading hall, Lang Lang, Hei San, Qian Lingwu, and Shangshuyu all arrived at the Alchemist Guild and came to Qin Chu's small courtyard.
"Why are you all here?" Qin Chu looked at them in surprise.
"You were too domineering last night. I brought good wine, intending to celebrate with you," Lang Lang said.
"Alright! But let's stick to our usual routine and sell the Medicinal Pills first. Senior Sister, Sister Lingwu, Brother Hei San, you all wait here. Lang Lang and I will be right back," Qin Chu said.
Qin Chu and Lang Lang left. Qian Lingwu and Shangshuyu looked at each other, both remaining silent, just staring at the other.
"Come, everyone, have some tea!" Hei San noticed something was off. He stood up and brewed tea for Qian Lingwu and Shangshuyu.
"Young Miss Shangshu, when did you arrive in Saint Martial City?" Drinking tea, Qian Lingwu spoke.
"I came to participate in the Azure Cloud Ranking Assembly and have been here for a while. Princess Lingwu, what about you? Why did you also come to Saint Martial City?" Shangshuyu asked, looking at Qin Chu.
"My Master needs a Spirit Medicine, so I came to take a look. I met Qin Chu as soon as I arrived at the Alchemist Guild. He's had such a hard time; he was already being difficult in Southern Flame State, and it's still like this now. It's too infuriating," Qian Lingwu said.
When Qin Chu was mentioned, the conversation between Shangshuyu and Qian Lingwu became more frequent.
Hei San let out a sigh of relief. Although he leaned a bit towards Shangshuyu in his heart, he didn't want the two of them to have any conflict. In this situation, he could only curse Qin Chu as a fool. To leave two women and go sell Medicinal Pills himself, his heart was incredibly big.
In the Alchemist Guild's trading hall, after Lang Lang's persuasion, Qin Chu's Medicinal Pills were quickly sold out. Qin Chu was a fifth-tier, five-star Alchemist and a celebrity in Saint Martial City; the Medicinal Pills he refined were a brand.
After the Medicinal Pills were sold, Lang Lang said he would go to the restaurant across the street to buy some food, while Qin Chu returned to his small courtyard.
"Sister Lingwu, Senior Sister, Lang Lang went to buy food. We'll have a drink in a bit," Qin Chu said.
"Qin Chu, the situation is very bad right now. Why don't you just leave! Leave Saint Martial City and develop elsewhere. When you have the strength, then you can fight your way back," Qian Lingwu said to Qin Chu.
"It's more appropriate to participate in the Azure Cloud Ranking Assembly, observe the situation, and then make arrangements," Shangshuyu said. She didn't want Qin Chu to leave; if Qin Chu left, he would be going with Qian Lingwu.
Qin Chu smiled, "Let's talk about that later!"
Lang Lang returned and set out the wine and dishes he had bought.
After the wine was poured, Qin Chu raised his glass to the others, "I, Qin Chu, came from Southern Flame State and don't have many friends. Thank you all for your help and care."
Lang Lang and the others raised their glasses in return. They all knew that Qin Chu had it tough and was under a lot of pressure.
After eating, Qin Chu found Elder Lin and inquired about the snow lotus. Things went smoothly; Elder Lin had a snow lotus, and Qian Lingwu successfully achieved her goal for this trip.
"Which Master is yours?" After the exchange, Elder Lin looked at Qian Lingwu and asked.
"I don't know my Master's given name; her respectful title is Granny Zhushan," Qian Lingwu said.
After hearing Qian Lingwu's words, Elder Lin was stunned, "Put away your Spirit Stones. This snow lotus, this one will give it to your Master. Just tell her that Lin Jun sends his regards."
Qian Lingwu was also quite surprised. Did Elder Lin and her Master have a past? After her surprise, she agreed and said she would convey Elder Lin's message.
With the matter handled, Qin Chu took Qian Lingwu back to the small courtyard.
At this time, a beast carriage appeared outside Saint Martial City. Inside the carriage sat Qin Lingxi and the one-armed Qin Longhan.