Chapter 731: Li Qiye's Preparations

On the second day of staying at the mountain, the madam went to the garden early in the morning and was jolted by the thing she saw.

Because there were all kinds of poisonous insects in the garden. Even a Demon King like her couldn't help but gasp before such a sight.

Li Qiye had sprinkled powder over the little pond in the garden. Inside was a three-meter long centipede drinking the water. Within a big basin was a poisonous snake with its entire flaming body playing around in the mud. Inside a large bowl was a scorpion king spewing and sucking in poisonous air as if it was refining poisonous pills…

The madam was quite creeped out by this as chills continuously ran down her spine. It was as if their garden had become a poisonous nest overnight! She couldn't help but take the long path around after seeing these terrifying and powerful poisonous creatures. Luckily, these creatures seemed to be very content and didn't try to attack her.

On the other end of the small courtyard, she finally found her Young Master. At this time, he was lying there while emitting a faint gray death energy.

Although she didn't know what he was doing, she didn't disturb him and only quietly waited by his side.

After a long period of silence, Li Qiye recovered his death energy and casually planted a spirit medicine at that location.

"Why is Young Master planting medicines here?" The madam found that there were many spirit plants around. Moreover, she had never seen these types of plants before and didn't know what they were.

Li Qiye smiled happily and said: "This Alchemy Kingdom is not only abundant in spirit medicines. Those who understand the dao of alchemy know that this is a place that also contains many terrifying poisonous creatures. They used to hide inside this Alchemy City! Normal cultivators wouldn't be able to see them."

"Young Master wants to tame these creatures?" The madam curiously asked. She had heard that taming poisonous creatures and beasts were also a part of the dao of alchemy. Although the Stone Medicine World of the nine worlds was known as the place of alchemists, the lineage well-versed in this regard was only one, the Insect Swarm Valley incepted by Immortal Emperor Bai Chong. 1

"Taming poisonous creatures is only a little path to me." Li Qiye said with a smile: "It's just for fun, that's all. The Alchemy Kingdom still has some really powerful Legendary Alchemists lurking around. It wouldn't be very fun killing these Legendary Alchemists without a few tricks."

The madam shuddered after hearing this. Using alchemy to kill was something she had heard of before but has yet to witness in person. It was told that only Legendary Alchemists were able to use their dao of alchemy for murder.

However, Legendary Alchemists were just one level below Alchemy Emperors. Ordinary lineages wouldn't be able to have such powerful alchemists.

"The Alchemy Kingdom doesn't only have an untouchable dao of alchemy." The madam was worried and reminded her Young Master.

In the Stone Medicine World, very few people or lineages were willing to oppose the Alchemy Kingdom, especially on their home turf at Alchemy City. This was the same as courting death.

The kingdom's renowned alchemy was something the world all knew. However, its strength and hidden cards were even stronger than its dao of alchemy. One sect, three emperors — these were not mere words. There were even speculations that the kingdom had a Godking at the moment, and not just one.

Fighting against the kingdom under such circumstances with only the dao of alchemy was quite impossible.

Nevertheless, Li Qiye didn't seem to care at all. He smiled and said: "It's okay. These poisonous creatures are only for fun. It would still be fine if the kingdom dares to unleash their killing move! At that time, I'll let them see my hidden ace!" With that, a glimmer flashed across his eyes.

After following Li Qiye for some time, the madam immediately understood what Li Qiye's expression meant.

"Young Master wants to steal Fairy Ming from them?" The madam asked. She was curious about Ming Yexue's position in her Young Master's mind.

"Steal?" Li Qiye chuckled and replied: "Zi Yan, how can you call it stealing? My peace-loving self would be more than happy to speak with the kingdom if they are willing! The decision of this matter is not in my hands, it is up to the kingdom. I have no qualm against a peaceful resolution."

The madam felt a bit helpless inside. It was just like her Young Master said, how this matter will unravel was up to the kingdom's attitude.

However, she also understood that her Young Master was well prepared in case of a grand battle. She wondered if the kingdom was ready for the oncoming storm or not!

"Young Noble, this lowly one is back." At this time, Tie Yi came out of nowhere and spoke to Li Qiye.

Li Qiye glanced at him and said: "With such speed, you must be back with good news."

"The hard working will be rewarded. This lowly one had searched every inch of this Alchemy City and finally found some useful information for Young Noble." Tie Yi smiled, eager to claim credit.

Li Qiye looked at him with one eye and said: "I know about your meritorious service already, so don't bother reminding me."

Tie Yi coughed and didn't dare to put on airs. He quickly said: "The first piece of news is related to this alchemy conference. Mu Qiao from the kingdom will not be in the conference, but the White Hair Alchemy God and Cao Guoyao will participate…"

"Next." Li Qiye slightly waved his sleeves; it was clear that he had no interest in this. He already knew the outcome since victory would be in his grasp no matter what kind of alchemy genius participated. For him, not to mention the younger generation, even the Legendary Alchemists from the older generations were no problem.

Tie Yi quickly changed the subject and said: "The Heavenhoof Ravine sent many people. I heard there are some incredible big shots coming. Outside of protecting Cao Guoyao, I'm afraid they have another goal. Moreover, Ye Qingcheng's troops are also here. Maybe he himself will come to Alchemy City."

Having said that, Tie Yi couldn't help but take a quick glance at Li Qiye. The enmity between Li Qiye and the Heavenhoof Ravine as well as Ye Qingcheng was no secret. If the ravine and Ye Qingcheng didn't come for the alchemy conference, then they might be coming for Li Qiye.

Li Qiye didn't bat an eye after hearing this. Either one was fine; it was no problem for him even if they dared to come for him. If god blocked his path, slay god; if devil blocked his path, slay devil.

"There is another thing relating to the Alchemy Kingdom." Tie Yi's expression slightly shifted at this point as he continued: "The strongest ace card of the Huangfu Clan, their most powerful ancestor, didn't mind coming out of his Blood Era Stone. Moreover, this Sacred Ancestor went to the World-Pillar Monarch's abode — this is from a very trustworthy source."

Li Qiye had no reaction while the madam was startled into saying: "Even the Sacred Ancestor came into being! I heard that he is a legendary master, and a top one at that. Some people even consider him a God-Monarch!"

"This is not the scariest part." Tie Yi added in a serious manner: "The scariest part is that the World-Pillar Monarch married the young miss of the Huangfu Clan, but his ancestor came from the kingdom's direct branch. Moreover, they still have a living ancestor that is buried in the ancestral ground. I even heard that his position is not small at all in the kingdom!"

The madam couldn't help but glance at her Young Master. One God-Monarch from the Huangfu Clan was already frightening enough, but if the kingdom's ancestor came out as well, then it meant that the entire kingdom could become his enemy.

At this point, she realized that the situation was much more serious than what she expected.

"Xian Clan Ancestor, oh?" Li Qiye rubbed his chin and chuckled before speaking: "One or two ancestors… too few, this won't be fun at all."

The madam couldn't help but wryly smile. Only her Young Master would utter these words. She couldn't help but to softly reply: "Young Master, I don't know the Xian Ancestor very well, but the Sacred Ancestor from the Huangfu Clan… this is a God-Monarch — very frightening!"

"Only a false god that can't reach the apex." Li Qiye smiled and said: "A True God might be interesting, but a false god is not worth mentioning."

What could the madam say? This was a God-Monarch! Even if he wasn't a real God-Monarch with a bestowed title, he was still a legendary master. Even a Virtuous Paragon from the previous generation would feel their legs trembling after hearing about such a character, let alone those from the younger generation.

"Young Noble, if the Xian Ancestor gets involved and Young Noble kills them with your might, then wouldn't it be stirring the beehive?" Tie Yi advised: "Take a step back and everything will be fine; Young Noble does not necessarily have to fight the kingdom. By treading carefully, this behemoth of a kingdom might not be willing to come out just for the Huangfu Clan. Fighting against the entire kingdom is not wise."

Tie Yi rarely advocated this type of speech, but even he was a bit wary of a monster like the Alchemy Kingdom. Many people in the Stone Medicine World knew that being enemies with the entire kingdom was completely unwise.

"It doesn't matter." Li Qiye chuckled and said: "It has been a while since my last massacre, so I have been feeling quite bored lately. I will be very happy if some people come to the door knocking!" With that, he shifted his gaze towards the distant mountain range.

The source of the Alchemy Vein, the place coveted by so many. At that place were many hidden secrets. Having thought to this point, Li Qiye couldn't help but smile. The kingdom was very fortunate that he didn't touch them. However, if their descendants didn't know life from death, then he would be glad to repeat history!

731 Teaser

On the second day of staying at the mountain, the madam went to the garden early in the morning and was jolted by the thing she saw.

Because there were all kinds of poisonous insects in the garden. Even a Demon King like her couldn't help but gasp before such a sight.

Li Qiye had sprinkled powder over the little pond in the garden. Inside was a three-meter long centipede drinking the water. Within a big basin was a poisonous snake with its entire flaming body playing around in the mud. Inside a large bowl was a scorpion king spewing and sucking in poisonous air as if it was refining poisonous pills…

The madam was quite creeped out by this as chills continuously ran down her spine. It was as if their garden had become a poisonous nest overnight!

[collapse] Bai Chong = Hundred Insect, but I've been using Hundred a lot, so I named this sect Insect Swarm instead. Same meaning. ↩

Chapter 732: Devil Hand Sacred Doctor

Li Qiye happily said: "Since Caihe is here, we might as well go have a look and see her. I don't have anything to do right now anyway."

The madam was surprised. She was caught off guard with her Young Master valuing Ming Yexue, but now he thought highly of Yuan Caihe as well.

"Maybe only Fairy Yuan will be able to charm Young Master." The madam jokingly mused. No matter the occasion, her Young Master would always be confident and nonchalant as if he was prepared for anything and never in a hurry. It could even be said that this was her first time seeing her Young Master taking the initiative to go see a girl.

Li Qiye only slightly shook his head and smilingly responded: "Zi Yan, you are only half right. Caihe is indeed a good girl that is loved by everyone. However, very few girls in this world can move my heart." He became melancholic and immersed in memories after saying this.

After tens of millions of years, the girls that stayed by his side were plentiful, including goddesses, fairies, and princesses. Some were stunning and brilliant, others were charming and gentle, and there were the pleasant and lovely ones… He even trained a few empresses himself.

Nevertheless, after such a long period of time, very few girls were able to cause his heart to thump… He gently shook his head again after recomposing his thoughts.

The Observant Monarch's mansion in the city was large. Multiple peaks were connected to each other as dozens of mountains surrounded the entire area as if it was its own world. Very few residences in the city could reach this size.

However, the Observant Monarch was indeed qualified to have such a residence. As a royal subject of the kingdom, he was one of the oldest monarchs. He was also a direct disciple of the main branch — this background alone was enough to show his noble status.

He also had meritorious contributions for the kingdom throughout his entire life. His loyalty to the imperial family was proven with hard work, so he was highly favored by the family.

Within the last few days, the monarch hosted a banquet at his mansion with many young alchemists. Even those who were not invited could still come as guests. The monarch's doors were open and welcomed all alchemists.

The Alchemy Kingdom already had a grand hall to receive new alchemists for this conference, so the monarch's move was clearly a strategy from the imperial family. His goal was to observe the young alchemists, and if he saw ones with potential, he would try to recruit them for the kingdom.

Among the many guest alchemists, those who were personally invited by the monarch to the mansion were all famous young alchemists. The uninvited ones still came in order to build connections with other alchemists for the future.

Within the mansion, the youths were separated into groups. Outside of talking about alchemy and spirit medicines, they were also gossiping about other events.

The most notable guests at the mansion were the Cauldron Marquis and the Devil Hand Sacred Doctor. They were surrounded by many young alchemists who were more than willing to befriend them.

The sacred doctor was the genius of the Bailian Clan, the junior brother of the White Hair Alchemy God. Although he was a very arrogant person and was hard to get along with, many people were still willing to befriend him.

As for the Cauldron Marquis, he was the genius alchemist of the Radiant-Sea Sect. Although his fame was not as great as their descendant, Young Noble Pei Yu, being the genius alchemist of an imperial family still earned him quite a reputation at the Alchemy Realm.

Today, both of them were invited by the monarch to this party. It could be said that they were moons surrounded by stars; they were very well received by the other youths.

"Marquis, I heard that Young Noble Pei Yu has returned, will he come to Alchemy City?" A young alchemist was trying to make a conversation with the Cauldron Marquis.

Although the marquis was bestowed a royal title, he was still very young as a demon. After hearing this, he nodded and said: "After my first brother came out of his cultivation session, he took a trip to the Beast Realm. I believe he wants to spar against the Golden Crow Prince."

"Young Noble Pei Yu's Heaven's Will Radiant Physique is peerless in this world. He definitely will not lose against the Golden Crow Prince." An alchemist wanted to curry favor with the Cauldron Marquis.

"Fool, what do you know?" At this time, the sacred doctor interrupted and sneered: "The Golden Crow tribe's offense is unmatched in this generation. The prince not only came out from this tribe, he is also the inheritor of the Heavenhoof Ravine; he has the arts of two legacies! Even if Pei Yu had a stronger defense, he would not be able to stop the crow's sharp attack!"

The sacred doctor was also very young. Although they were both geniuses, the marquis was easier to get along with. Meanwhile, the doctor's eyes were up in the sky. He was very proud and never minced words for nobodies.

His words caused many young alchemists to be unhappy, but they didn't dare to retort against him and could only bury their annoyance!

The marquis was also not willing to become enemies with the doctor. Everyone knew that the Bailian Clan's alchemy was formidable, especially regarding longevity medicines. Countless ancestors and legendary masters were willing to make ties with the Bailian Clan for these medicines.

"There are many popular candidates for the upcoming conference this time, correct?" One of the young alchemists felt that the atmosphere was quite tense, so he quickly changed the subject.

As a genius alchemist, the marquis also became interested and said: "Since Fairy Ming and Brother Mu Qiao aren't participating in this conference, who could be top two besides the White Hair Alchemy God and Brother Cao?"

He knew his own limits and how he was lacking compared to the White Hair Alchemy God and Cao Guoyao, so his ambition was to take third place.

"Marquis really has the ability to take the third spot for this conference." An alchemist quickly flattered him and praised: "Your participation will brighten up this event quite a bit."

The marquis' expression became more spirited. However, he glanced at the sacred doctor and humbly said: "Hey now, Brother Sacred Doctor's dao of alchemy can also be considered number one. I'm not necessarily any stronger than him."

The sacred doctor proudly told the marquis: "You are well-versed in pill refinement and ointments. Regarding traditional alchemy, you are more likely to win third place than I am! If I didn't train in the art of curing, then I could reach top three easily!"

Although his remark was very proud and aggressive, the marquis was secretly excited. The doctor's comment was self-praise, but he also admitted his deficiency in a particular area when being compared to the marquis.

"No such thing, I am a big fan of Brother Sacred Doctor's medical techniques." The marquis immediately responded with a smile.

Many youths took advantage of this situation to grovel over these two. However, no matter the location, there would always be some simple and honest fellas.

A more honest alchemist interrupted and said: "I heard that a new amazing alchemist appeared recently. His name is Li Qiye. People say that he can refine pills like cooking. Back at Allpine Mountain, he defeated Huangfu Hao and the Vinepill King!"

The marquis' face soured after hearing the name Li Qiye. As a disciple of the Radiant-Sea Sect, how could he be happy? Back at Allpine Mountain, his sect suffered a heavy loss by losing many experts. Even their Alchemy Saint died!

"He's just a nobody, I've never heard of that name before." A clever young alchemist immediately said after seeing the marquis' cold expression.

Chapter 733: Observant Mansion

"Right, right. How could the marquis have heard of such a nobody?" Another young alchemist quickly buttered up the monarch.

A simple and honest person always lacked a sense of social awareness even though they didn't really want to leave the marquis with no face. This simple alchemist couldn't hold it in and blurted: "I heard this Li Qiye's fate pills were unbelievable. They all had a near golden tint, pretty to the point of perfection. Marquis, you need to be careful and be sure to beat this Li Qiye!"

The marquis almost vomited blood from anger after hearing this simple alchemist's words. He didn't want to bring up Li Qiye since him murdering so many Radiant-Sea members was a huge humiliation. Now, this simple alchemist just had to bring up Li Qiye of all people, causing the marquis to feel quite annoyed.

"Idiot, how could you trust such rumors?" The sacred doctor sneered and shouted at this simple alchemist: "Refining pills like cooking is not possible for even a Legendary Alchemist, let alone a human brat! Hmph, this Li Qiye, he only has a good Heavenly Cauldron. The people there didn't understand the matter so they considered him a god or something. They are just false rumors that aren't trustworthy."

The simple alchemist felt indignant after this retort and said: "Everyone said it. I even heard that this Li Qiye didn't only have an untouchable dao of alchemy, he also an invincible cultivation. Someone said that he defeated many experts, including an ancestor from the Huangfu Clan!"

After saying this, he couldn't help but glance at the marquis. He actually wanted to say that even the Radiant-Sea Alchemy Saint was killed by Li Qiye, but he managed to hold back this piece of information.

The marquis was about to vomit blood. If it wasn't for the alchemist's truly honest appearance, then he would have thought that this alchemist was deliberately provoking him. This fool had no sense of propriety! If this wasn't the Observant Mansion, he would have kicked this fool flying away already!

"What the hell are you saying?" A smarter alchemist noticed the marquis' sour mood and immediately denounced the simple alchemist: "Li Qiye is shit! So what if he defeated the Huangfu Ancestor? Those are only rumors to praise himself. The ancestor is an invincible paragon, so how could Li Qiye kill him? Bah, how can you even say such shameless words?"

"This Li guy daring to act all arrogant at Allpine Mountain was simply due to the fact that he was holding onto the mountain's legs. The Huangfu Ancestor was defeated by the Allpine Treefather! Hmph, for a junior like Li Qiye, not to mention the ancestor, any expert could easily crush him into pieces!"

In order to help the Radiant-Sea Sect and befriend the marquis, this young alchemist tried his best to debase Li Qiye as if he was not worth a single coin just to make the marquis happy.

"He's just scum borrowing someone else's prestige to look good — not worth mentioning." The marquis felt better after hearing the smart alchemist's statement.

"But these aren't my words." The simple-minded alchemist must have been all muscles. After being scolded by the sacred doctor and now a different alchemist, he felt very indignant and said: "Others said it, I'm only repeating what I heard. This Li Qiye apparently is comparable to the four alchemy prodigies while his cultivation is comparable to the celestial being and the Imperial Edge."

The marquis couldn't help but shake with anger. He was helpless when it came to encountering such a stupid fool. His mood was quickly improved only to be ruined again with just one stupid sentence!

"Zhong Xian, you idiot, get the hell out of here!" The smart alchemist was also shaking with anger because of the simple alchemist. It wasn't easy for him to curry some favor, but this idiot ruined all of his efforts.

He pointed at the simple alchemist and scolded: "Li Qiye is nothing! How can he be qualified to compare to the four prodigies, the celestial being, and the Imperial Edge?! Bah, he better take another look at himself in a mirror! He's only scum that knows how to praise himself and use other people… Only an idiot like you, Zhong Xian, can be around him!"

The alchemist named Zhong Xian was full of grievances and said: "But, but, these aren't my words…"

"First, I am not nothing, I am a human." At this time, a leisurely voice appeared and continued on: "Second, this celestial being and Imperial Edge are not worthy of being compared to me; doing so would be praising them too much. Third, if you and I have some grievances, then I can understand why you are defaming me. However, defaming me just to suck up to someone else… Should I throw you out or just kill you on the spot?!"

Two people leisurely came in from the door and walked to the party's courtyard. The leading man was Li Qiye with Madam Zi Yan right behind him.

"Li Qiye…" Many people stood up at his sighting. A few young alchemists from the Alchemy Realm inwardly shuddered because right behind him was Madam Zi Yan, the Demon King of a country! Her status and position were far above many in the younger generation.

Even a genius alchemist would be extremely afraid of a Heavenly King. The madam also enjoyed a great reputation among the younger generation of this realm.

Li Qiye came forward to look at the smart alchemist before idly saying: "Today, my mood can be considered decent. Although you spoke behind my back, I will not dwell on it. Slap your face three times and consider that as your punishment."

The smart alchemist couldn't help but take several steps back and hid behind the Cauldron Marquis. He, of course, couldn't slap himself in front of everyone. Otherwise, how could he show himself anywhere in the future?

"You are Li Qiye, right?!" The marquis stepped forward and coldly leered at Li Qiye: "This isn't a place for you to act so presumptuously!"

Li Qiye met his leer and said: "I can act presumptuously wherever I want. It seems that your Radiant-Sea Sect still hasn't learned its lesson. After so many deaths, it still dares to step up for someone else, how courageous."

"Bold words." The sacred doctor found Li Qiye unpleasant as well. Although he had no feud with Li Qiye, an arrogant person like him held everyone in disdain. He couldn't stand Li Qiye's arrogant attitude, so he sneered: "You are only relying on others. If the treefather wasn't your backer, you wouldn't be able to do shit! You really think this place is Allpine Mountain? Wrong! This is the Alchemy Kingdom, and here is Alchemy City, the Observant Mansion! Be smart and scram lest you humiliate yourself!"

Although news of Li Qiye killing the Alchemy Saint and the elders of the ravine had spread, Li Qiye had never personally taken action. Many people assumed that it was not his doing, but the treefather's instead. They all thought that the treefather secretly lent Li Qiye a hand.

"That's right, the Observant Mansion does not welcome a ruthless, shameless wretch like you. The Stone Medicine World's dao of alchemy will not allow scum like you to stain it! Alchemists gather here to discuss alchemy; a person who wants to kill so impulsively like you shouldn't stay here and ruin the atmosphere. Get the hell out of here, now!" The smart alchemist hiding behind the marquis quickly fanned the flames.

He was naturally afraid. It wasn't necessarily because of Li Qiye, but the madam standing next to Li Qiye caused his legs to lose strength.

"Ruthless, shameless wretch." Li Qiye did not become angry. He stroked his chin and leisurely smiled to say: "It seems that if I don't kill a few people, I won't be worthy of an adjective like ruthless." Having said that, he walked towards the smart alchemist.

"You think this is a place where you can be violent?" The marquis blocked Li Qiye's path and said: "Brother Jin, although I am only a guest at the mansion, I'm sure the mansion will not blame us if we teach this brute a lesson!"

At this moment, a young man with an intrepid aura led a group of experts to the scene and immediately separated Li Qiye's group from the marquis. This imposing youth was the Brother Jin referred to by the marquis and also a disciple of the Observant Monarch.

While the mansion welcomed all alchemists as guests, there were always experts present at any time to stop all troublemakers to avoid problems.

And so, the youth stopped Li Qiye and coldly said: "Please go back! Our mansion does not welcome you as a guest!"

Li Qiye casually inquired: "Oh? Isn't your Observant Mansion very hospitable with its door always open to alchemists?"

"That depends on the person!" This disciple had a good relationship with the Cauldron Marquis. He not only prevented Li Qiye from causing trouble at the venue, he coldly added to win some face for the marquis: "We welcome alchemists, but you are not part of this group!"

"That's right, if any random dog on the street could enter this mansion, then its reputation would be ruined." The cowering alchemist behind the marquis quipped.

Right now, with the marquis' protection and the mansion as his backing, he grew bolder and said: "A junior like you who only relies on others is not qualified to be a guest at the monarch's mansion! Be smart and scram!"

"So noisy." Before Li Qiye could respond, the madam stepped in and took action. "Pop!" This smart alchemist was slapped flying out of the mansion by the madam. With so much blood spurting everywhere, no one knew if he was dead or alive.

Chapter 734: Observant Monarch

Many alchemists present were shocked at the madam slapping this alchemist flying. Many of them became nervous and didn't dare to breathe out loud. The fury of a Heavenly King filled alchemists like them with dread.

The Cauldron Marquis, the sacred doctor, and the disciple of the monarch were all shaken as well. Although they were very strong and had great reputations, this was due to their prowess in alchemy. Regarding cultivation, they were much weaker than the madam.

The startled youth became much more courageous after remembering that his master was the Observant Monarch. He spoke solemnly to the madam: "Your Majesty Zi Yan, our Observant Mansion isn't a place for you to do as you please!"

The madam glanced at this youth and slowly uttered: "If you still consider yourself as a disciple of the Observant Monarch, then conduct yourself in such a manner."

The madam's tyrannical aura caused the youth's heart to sink. Her ruler's aura alone had left him suffocating.

When Li Qiye arrived at the mansion, the Observant Monarch could be found pacing back and forth in his guest room. He was very anxious while waiting for Yuan Caihe's news; he was worried about his divine root not being able to be saved. Suddenly, an old man came out of nowhere, causing the monarch to exclaim in astonishment: "Grandma Bai, what brings you to my humble abode?" 1

The still absent-minded monarch quickly calmed down and went to greet this old woman that appeared out of nowhere with his fists cupped.

This old woman was the one who was with Ming Yexue. She was a great character inside the imperial family, an amazing paragon. Even a monarch like him was only a junior before her.

"No need for pleasantries. There is an esteemed guest at your mansion right now. His name is Li Qiye." The old woman didn't have many words. With a cold demeanor, she went straight to the point: "Young Miss' orders, you must treat him well. If anything happens, I'm afraid the Young Miss will not protect you!" Having said that, she disappeared without a trace.

After taking in the statement, the monarch quickly rushed outside, aghast. He couldn't compose his thoughts in such a short amount of time.

Meanwhile, inside the courtyard, the monarch's disciple took a deep breath. He was truly afraid of a Heavenly King like the madam, but all things considered, he was still a disciple of the Alchemy Kingdom! With a behemoth like this as his backing, he became more audacious.

He maintained a strong posture and said: "Your Majesty Zi Yan, our mansion will always welcome someone of your status as a guest at any time. However, we do not welcome certain people, so they better get the hell out of here!"

"Ah, Zi Yan, you meant well, but a few fools do not understand." Li Qiye smiled and shook his head gently to say: "I do not care about being a guest at the Observant Mansion. I am only here to see Caihe."

The madam gently shook her head as well without saying anything. How could she not be clear of the situation? Her Young Master not beating people was already a blessing from the heavens, but others actually came to provoke him.

She was not the belligerent type. Her slap earlier was to quench her Young Master's anger, but who would have thought that this disciple from the mansion didn't know when to back down? This was going to cause a catastrophe for the mansion!

"Fairy Yuan is the most honored guest of our mansion, random dogs and cats can't see her." The disciple coldly uttered: "You better leave now, or else we won't be so reserved anymore."

Li Qiye remained relaxed in the face of this response. There was even a faint smile on his face as he slightly squinted his eyes.

The madam gently sighed after seeing her Young Master's expression. She understood that someone was about to have a bad time. One might be able to survive an act of god, but no one could survive a self-brought calamity!

"How preposterous!" A thunderous roar suddenly appeared at this time as an old man soared closer.

The youth became ecstatic when he saw this old man, thinking that his backing had arrived. He immediately said: "Master, you are here just in time! This person wants to show off at our mansion and also intends on harming the guest alchemists present…"

With his master here, he was no longer afraid of opposing the madam.

The Cauldron Marquis' group was also happy to see the Observant Monarch in person. It seemed that the monarch wanted to teach this human junior a good lesson for not knowing the immensity of the heaven and earth.

"Pop!" However, something unexpected occurred. After rushing here, the monarch immediately violently slapped his disciple's face, causing his mouth to bleed. One could imagine just how much force this slap was backed with.

"Master…" This disciple was dumbfounded after being slapped by his master. He didn't know where he went wrong.

In fact, many alchemists here, including the marquis' group, were astounded by this slap as well. They couldn't come up with a reason as to why the monarch would suddenly slap his own disciple, especially in front of everyone!

"Bastard, quickly apologize to Young Noble Li!" The monarch shouted. He was a great expert, so during his rage, a great aura flooded out, causing everyone to feel as if they were at the center of a storm. All the alchemists here were shaking with fear.

The disciple continued to stand there looking silly. This was his first time seeing his master so angry with him, and he couldn't figure out what he did wrong.

"Bastard, don't just stand there frozen!" The monarch thunderously shouted.

The disciple was awakened by this shout. He calmed down and felt a chill inside. He understood what his master's severe demeanor meant at the moment. Even though he didn't know of his mistake, he was still aware that he was in trouble.

"This little brother was reckless and arrogant to have offended Young Noble, please punish me!" The disciple was a decisive person. He immediately prostrated on the ground and accepted his mistakes.

The monarch also quickly approached Li Qiye and apologized: "My disciple has eyes but could see, a frog at the bottom of a well. To heinously offend Young Noble like this, please do as you please."

The monarch personally apologizing to Li Qiye stunned all the young alchemists on the spot. They were in complete disbelief! The monarch was a high-ranked figure at the Alchemy Kingdom, but he was actually apologizing to a junior. This was simply too astonishing.

He was an incredible expert, a Heaven's Equal King! It could be said that under Virtuous Paragon, no one could stop him. As such a powerful Heavenly King, his status was much higher than any royal lord or sect master.

More importantly, he was highly valued by the imperial family of the kingdom. Not to mention ordinary Heavenly Kings or rulers, even those from imperial lineages would have to treat him with a certain level of respect!

But now, he actually apologized to a junior. Even the Cauldron Marquis or the sacred doctor would never be able to enjoy such treatment.

Li Qiye looked at the monarch and suddenly lost all of his enthusiasm and anger. He lazily waved his sleeve and said: "Very well, the unaware is sinless. Stand up."

"I am very grateful for Young Noble's magnanimity in my disciple's stead." The monarch quickly bowed. Meanwhile, how could his disciple dare to utter a word? He also quickly bowed.

After receiving Li Qiye's forgiveness, the monarch added with haste: "Young Noble's presence brings light to my humble dwelling, it is truly our honor. If Young Noble is willing to give us some face, please stay for a bit. This little monarch will do my best as a host and show Young Noble around Alchemy City."

The Observant Monarch's polite and respectful attitude rendered all the alchemists here silly. Even geniuses like the Cauldron Marquis were not qualified to enjoy such treatment.

Although the marquis and sacred doctor were famous among the younger generation and also praised as geniuses, the Observant Monarch was the leader of the monarchs at the Alchemy Kingdom. Even their masters, sect masters, and clan masters would have to treat the monarch with respect. As those of the younger generation, when would they ever be treated so cordially by the monarch?

Li Qiye was not very interested in the monarch's invitation. In the face of such polite and respectful treatment, even Li Qiye was unable to cause trouble. There was a great saying: one does not slap a smiling face.

Li Qiye shook his head and lightly said: "I will accept Observant Monarch's kind gesture. I heard the Serene Garden's Fairy Yuan is at your place, I am here to see her."

"Umm…" The monarch hesitated for a moment after hearing this.

The Cauldron Marquis took this chance to coldly speak: "Fairy Yuan is one of the four alchemy prodigies, the esteemed guest of all the sects in this world! How can you meet her whenever you wish? Countless lineages desire her presence, and countless alchemists will line up just to catch a glimpse of her. Hmph! She isn't someone that you can see!"

Since Li Qiye killed so many people from his Radiant-Sea Sect, the marquis had an implacable feud with him. Earlier, he wanted to cause a rift between Li Qiye and the monarch so that the monarch would take care of Li Qiye. Who would have thought that the situation would reverse to this state? How could the marquis swallow this anger?

"Fairy Yuan!" An alchemist shouted at this time.

Everyone looked towards the direction of the voice and found a woman coming out from the main doors. It was an elegant woman like a lotus flower in a valley, unstained by this mundane world!

She was the Serene Garden's descendant, one of the four contemporary alchemy prodigies, Yuan Caihe. All eyes immediately fell upon her the moment she arrived.

"You" here is very respectful towards old people. ↩
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