Chapter 286: Alchemy Competition of Ten Countries

After the report, Xu Feng appeared in the cave of Master Lu Zhenren.

Looking at the luxurious decoration and vast space around him, and feeling the rich aura rushing towards him, he couldn't help but feel envious.

"I don't know when I will be able to own such a cave. If any spiritual object in it is put up for auction, why can't it be worth 100,000 spiritual stones?"

Standing in the hall, his eyes kept glancing back and forth at the alchemy furnace, futon, and jade box storing precious elixirs.

After a moment, an imperceptible voice came, and then a majestic figure instantly appeared on a chair in front of him.

When Xu Feng saw the visitor, he immediately bowed down and said:

"Disciple pays homage to Master."

"Disciple, there is no need to be polite. Get up and talk."

"Yes, Master."

Xu Feng stood up, quietly raised his head and glanced, and immediately couldn't look away.

It turned out that Master Lu was dressed differently today than usual. He was wearing neither a blue robe nor a gold robe, but a pure white robe.

On the front chest of the robe, there are three fist-sized alchemy furnace patterns embroidered in a diagonal row. There are also two elixir-like patterns embroidered on the left shoulder of the robe.

Xu Feng had seen this outfit in the Baiyi Palace when he was in Tiandu City before, and it was worn by a second-level mid-level alchemist.

However, the difference from Zhenren Lu is that there are only two alchemy furnace patterns on the opponent's chest.

He didn't know much about it at first, but after some inquiring, he figured out that the patterns embroidered on the body were all very particular, and these were not ordinary robes.

Let’s talk about the patterns first. Among these patterns, the incense burner on the chest represents the high level of your alchemy. For example, one alchemy furnace means you are a first-level alchemist, two represent the second level, and so on.

The elixir pattern on the shoulder is used to distinguish the specific grade under the high grade. One elixir represents a low grade, and two elixirs represent a middle grade.

To give a simpler example, there is a second-level high-grade alchemist who wants to wear a robe that suits his status. The correct combination is the pattern of two incense burners on the chest and three elixir plants on the shoulders.

Let's talk about this special robe. It is not something that anyone can wear if they want. It will only be given after passing the test.

Tested by whom? Of course it is the Alchemist Association of Wei State. This is an organization formed voluntarily by alchemists. The main purpose of its existence is to safeguard and protect the various rights and interests of alchemists.

The Alchemist Association is a very large organization, and basically every city of a certain size has branches of them.

There was no such thing in Tianyunfang City where he lived before, but there was one in Qianyangfang City. Xu Feng went there specifically to inquire about it because he was looking for the thousand-year soul tree.

In fact, after he became an alchemist, Mr. Liang once told him that he could go to the Alchemist Association branch in Qianyangfang City, accept the alchemy test, and then confirm his identity and get his own robe.

But at that time, Xu Feng was busy learning alchemy and managing the business of the store. At the same time, he felt that there was no use in authenticating his identity and he could not earn more spiritual stones, so he decisively refused.

Later, after he was promoted to a second-level alchemist, his thoughts changed and he felt that it would be quite good to come back wearing such a windy robe, so he made a special trip to the branch.

However, after making detailed inquiries there, I found out that the branch was not qualified to test second-level alchemists at all, and could only go to the headquarters of the Alchemist Association, which is Zhongzhou where the Yuhua Palace is located.

When he learned that he had to go to Zhongzhou, which was more than 100,000 miles away, to verify his identity, Xu Feng's enthusiasm waned a lot, and in the end the matter was dropped.

But today he accidentally saw the master wearing the exclusive robe, and his mind became active again.

"Feng'er, you came to see me this time, but something happened?"

"Master, my disciple does have something to ask for."

When he heard the master's question, Xu Feng did not hide it and answered calmly, "You can make false promises to outsiders, but you can't do that to the master."

"Go on, I have something to tell you after that."

Master Lu sat on the chair with a relaxed expression, stroking his long beard and asked kindly.

"First of all, I would like to ask Master about the latest progress of the war."

The war was directly related to the safety of his family, so he couldn't help but pay attention, so he asked first.

"The war is now on the verge of coming to an end. As far as I know, the Hundred Demons Sect of Zhao State has sent people to contact the Yuhua Palace privately, revealing the intention of shaking hands and making peace. If nothing else happens, this war will be over within three years. It will be over completely."

"Huh, that's good, that's good!"

Xu Fengsong said in a tone that there were many versions circulating in Shanyangfang about the direction of the future war. He didn't know who to believe. Today he got the most authoritative news.

"Is there anything else?"

Master Lu then asked. Through this period of contact, he had already understood the character of his new disciple. He definitely belonged to the group of people who couldn't afford to pay for their gains.

"Master, my disciple was given a second-level low-grade spiritual vein by the sect because of his meager achievements. This time I came here to confirm this matter.

But my disciple doesn’t know anything about the selection of spiritual veins, so I came to the master first to ask for advice. I hope you can give me some advice. "

After saying the beautiful words, Xu Feng lowered his head and waited for the master's instructions.

"This is the main purpose of your coming to the sect, right? What? Do you want to establish a family?"

Master Lu saw through his true intention at a glance and asked bluntly.

"Master Mingjian, my disciple does have this plan, but this time he only wants to determine the location of the spiritual veins. As for the subsequent development and establishment of a family, it may take some time."

"Well, if that's the case, I suggest you choose a spiritual vein that is closer to the sect, so that the family and sect can take care of both ends.

Even if you establish a family, you must not forget that you still have the identity of a guest of the sect. "

"Master's teachings, disciples will always remember."

After the master and apprentice discussed the location selection of the spiritual vein for a long time, Master Lu changed the subject and mentioned another matter.

"Feng'er, the location of the spiritual vein has been determined. After returning to Shanyangfang, remember to practice alchemy diligently. I have already signed up for you for the 'Ten Nations Alchemy Competition' to be held by the Alchemist Association in five years.

I hope you study hard and come back with a good ranking. "

"The 'Ten Nations Alchemy Competition'? Where is it held? Why haven't I heard of it?"

Xu Feng asked puzzledly. He had indeed not heard any relevant news.

"It was held in the Song Kingdom next door. The news has not spread to our Wei Kingdom yet. It must have been discussed in the city after some time."

"Disciple must work hard and never let down Master's ardent hope."

"Okay, very good. If nothing goes wrong, you can leave."

"Disciple, please resign."