“How could the Pill Chamber scatter Aptitude Power? Could it be that Ye Kun and the others have already died here?”
As soon as Su Hao thought of the first time he absorbed Aptitude Power, he subconsciously kept a certain distance from the Pill Chamber.
The two Aptitudes, Medicine Person and Medicine Slaves, have the same effect: they both make a wedding dress for others. Medicine Slaves is the next level of Medicine Person Aptitude, with a stronger effect.
It’s just two “Medicine Slaves” Aptitudes… When they synthesize next, will it just be an enhanced effect, or will there be other mutations?
“Hey, dummy, haven’t you seen a Pill Chamber before? If we delay, Master will be angry, can you bear the consequences?”
The Dao Child suddenly roared.
Ge Lao Si and he had already walked seven or eight meters when they realized Su Hao hadn’t followed, and was staring blankly at the Pill Chamber.
“I’m sorry, I’m sorry…”
Su Hao came back to his senses, took one last look at the Aptitude Power slowly approaching him, then turned and jogged to catch up with them.
As for those three Aptitude Powers, it didn’t matter if he didn’t take them. Right now, he was going to visit Lin Zhishan. If an uncontrollable change occurred, it would only make his situation more dangerous.
“Next time, be careful, I’ll deal with you on Master’s behalf!”
The Dao Child glared fiercely at Master.
At eleven or twelve years old, he possessed a ferocity that even adults lacked.
“Forget it, forget it, Senior Brother, Su Hao is just like that, a bit foolish, hasn’t seen the world,” Ge Lao Si said.
Su Hao apologized repeatedly.
Soon after, they arrived at the main hall deep within the Immortal Cave.
Lin Zhishan sat cross-legged on a couch, with tea sets, various bottles and jars, and books placed beside him.
“You’ve arrived?” Lin Zhishan slowly opened his eyes, looking amiable.
“Master, it’s all that dummy’s fault, he was so slow the whole way.” The Dao Child strode forward, pointing at Su Hao, “This person doesn’t look smart. Otherwise…”
Su Hao was startled. Did this little brat really want him to die so badly?
“From now on, you are all Senior Brothers. Be more tolerant of each other.”
Lin Zhishan glanced indifferently at the Dao Child.
That glance seemed to possess immense power. The Dao Child’s face turned pale, and he closed his mouth in fear.
Lin Zhishan smiled at Su Hao, “Whether it’s Alchemy or Cultivation, the most important thing is one’s state of mind. Impatience is not allowed.”
Su Hao nodded honestly.
“Among the three of you, Lin Miao was the earliest to learn the Dao of Alchemy from me, over a year ago.
Ge Lao Si, although you have no Aptitude, you managed to Master the “Hundred Mysteries Medicine Meridian” with just a few Yangxin Pills. Among ordinary people without Aptitude, you have good Aptitude, which means this Cultivation Technique is also suitable for you.
Su Hao, you are not bad either.”
Lin Zhishan pondered for two seconds, then continued.
Su Hao kept his head down the entire time.
Ge Lao Si was full of fawning smiles, ready to flatter Lin Zhishan as soon as he finished speaking.
“Lin Miao is young and still has potential.
The other two of you are too old. To achieve something, you will need to put in great effort and remain undisturbed by worldly affairs, focusing wholeheartedly.
Coincidentally, I plan to enter seclusion and can bring one Disciple with me.
Medicinal Pills will be plentiful, and I can guide you at any time.
One month of seclusion can be worth half a year of cultivation outside.”
Lin Zhishan’s gaze lingered between Su Hao and Ge Lao Si.
Su Hao buried his head even lower.
“Master, you also said that your Disciple is young and has more potential, with greater malleability. Your Disciple wishes to enter seclusion with you!”
The Dao Child Lin Miao was very anxious. If someone was to be nurtured, it should be himself! Why prioritize those two good-for-nothings!
Ge Lao Si was equally anxious, but seeing that Lin Miao wanted this spot, he immediately knew better and shut his mouth.
“You, you, what’s the rush?” Lin Zhishan snorted coldly, “You’ve been with me for over a year, how could I mistreat you? It’s just that you are capable and loyal, and some matters on Tianyao Mountain still require your management.”
“So, you just need to wait until this batch of Medicine Slaves in Zhu Xin Courtyard are all properly arranged. When I come out of seclusion at the end of the month, the next seclusion will be your turn.”
“If you are unwilling, then I can choose you first this time, that’s not impossible either.”
A meaningful cold smile appeared at the corner of Lin Zhishan’s mouth.
“…” Lin Miao trembled all over, realizing that Master was already angry! “No, I wouldn’t dare. I will follow all your instructions. Thank you for Master’s regard, I will definitely manage the mountain affairs well.”
After he finished speaking, he immediately stood aside, knowing his place.
“Master, I mastered the “Hundred Mysteries Medicine Meridian” earlier than Su Hao. First come, first served… right, Su Hao?”
Ge Lao Si suppressed his excitement and stepped forward, subtly glancing at Su Hao with a hint of threat, fearing that Su Hao would snatch the spot.
“Senior Brother Ge is right.” Su Hao forced a smile.
Lin Zhishan’s gaze slowly moved from Ge Lao Si to Su Hao, staring for a few seconds. “Things are unpredictable. Such opportunities for individual guidance and seclusion are not common, Su Hao, you seem very resistant?”
“No, no, you misunderstand. In terms of age, seniority, and intelligence, it’s definitely not my turn. Senior Brother Lin Miao and Senior Brother Ge, they are both more qualified than me.”
Su Hao waved his hands repeatedly.
Lin Miao and Ge Lao Si exchanged glances with Su Hao, conveying a “you know what’s good for you” look.
Lin Zhishan’s expression, however, became even more playful. “First come, first served, and mutual willingness. By both reason and emotion, they are more qualified. However, Su Hao, you are smarter than them, and I suddenly want to choose you more!”
“But these things don’t matter. There will be plenty of time in the future! Given your intelligence, if you behave yourself, I will focus on nurturing you in the future. This time, I will let Ge Lao Si enter seclusion with me to concentrate on studying the “Hundred Mysteries Medicine Meridian.”
“…”
Su Hao couldn’t smile anymore. They both understood each other’s thoughts.
Lin Miao and Ge Lao Si exchanged glances, not understanding why Su Hao was smarter than them. And he might even be promoted in the future.
“Thank you, Master, your Disciple will definitely do his best.” Ge Lao Si immediately bowed in gratitude, but a hint of jealousy towards Su Hao appeared in his heart.
Su Hao’s face was very grim. If he couldn’t escape the Golden Light Sect, he was like a turtle in a jar!
“Su Hao, these medicines and books, two Medicinal Pills daily, to strengthen your foundation and cultivate your essence. The books are all introductory Alchemy books; you can flip through them if you’re interested. It’s boring on the mountain, so pass the time, but remember, don’t try to leave Tianyao Mountain!”
Lin Zhishan pointed to a small table nearby, with three bottles of medicine and one book.
“Thank you, Master.”
Su Hao respectfully picked up these items.
“Hmm, you can go now. For now, continue to live in Zhu Xin Courtyard. If you don’t understand anything, you can ask Lin Miao.” Lin Zhishan waved his hand.
Su Hao quickly left.
“Lin Miao, that kid Su Hao is not honest. Other minor matters don’t concern me, but you must supervise him taking his medicine. If you find that kid is being outwardly compliant but inwardly disobedient, refusing to take the medicine or throwing it away, and doesn’t change after repeated warnings, then just kill him directly and bury him in the medicine garden as fertilizer.”
In front of Ge Lao Si, Lin Zhishan instructed Lin Miao.
“Yes.” Lin Miao’s eyes flickered, and he bowed, “Your Disciple understands!”
…
“Absorb Aptitude!”
Su Hao hurried to the Pill Chamber, and with a desperate thought, absorbed the three clumps of “Medicine Person” Aptitude.
No matter how the “Medicine Person” and “Medicine Slaves” Aptitudes mutated.
The next time Lin Zhishan emerged from seclusion, after Ge Lao Si, it would very likely be his turn!
The Aptitude Power was absorbed into his body. Fortunately, without Su Hao’s further activation, they would not automatically synthesize.
【Name】 Su Hao
【Realm】 Qi Refining First Layer
【Aptitude】 Fire Essence Sword Body (Blue), Medicine Slaves (White), Medicine Person (Gray, Inactive), Medicine Person (Gray, Inactive), Medicine Person (Gray, Inactive)
Su Hao jogged back to the wing room in Zhu Xin Courtyard and began to synthesize his Aptitudes.
There was simply no choice. He couldn’t leave Tianyao Mountain, and outside the mountain were all ruthless Cultivators.
“Everything is established after being broken. If there’s no choice, then I’ll just go all the way to the end!”
He wanted to see what the extreme of this Aptitude was like.
Leaving aside everything else, the higher his value, the longer he would live!