Nine Yang Alchemy Emperor

Miss Si Huang, choosing the path of cultivation through painting truly takes a unique route.

Chu Feng also received inspiration from this.

"What is my Sword Dao? Perhaps, in the future, I might enter the Dao through Alchemy!"

Chu Feng has been devoted to the Alchemy Dao all his life, and it is in this path that he has achieved great finesse.

Han Sheng said that he could only enter the Dao using the most barbaric method, and if not mistaken, it would likely be through Swordsmanship. This is also the most difficult one.

No wonder he is extremely envious of Miss Si Huang.

"The instructor is here!"

Someone shouted, and immediately, the whole first level of Chuan Gong Hall quieted down significantly. No one dared to speak loudly or discuss anymore.

"Chu Feng, it's not that I look down on you. As an Outer Disciple, you simply don't qualify to sit and listen; having a standing spot at the back is already quite considerate."

Han Sheng, in the foremost row of thirty-six Jade Mats, has an exclusive spot.

Thus, he feels a sense of superiority over Chu Feng.

"That's enough, Master Han. With your status and identity, picking on a newcomer like Chu Feng is really excessive!" Miss Dongxue quickly defended Chu Feng.

Because the current Chu Feng is only at the Early Stage Sword Saint and absolutely should not provoke Han Sheng, the Evil Genius.

"Today, I'll spare you this time for the sake of Miss Dongxue speaking for you! However, I must warn you in advance. Listen well, Miss Si Huang is a woman I admire, and you, a mere toad, had better not have any unrealistic thoughts. One should be aware of one's own limitations."

Han Sheng couldn't help but make his intentions clear.

Because he was really worried that Chu Feng had improper thoughts about Miss Si Huang.

What's more, Miss Dongxue's attitude towards Chu Feng was exceptionally friendly. This made Han Sheng feel very uneasy.

"Are you done speaking?"

"If Brother Han thinks that sitting on a Jade Mat makes him great, then just wait and see. I declare, starting from today, I will strive wholeheartedly for a place on the Jade Mat."

Chu Feng did not bring up Miss Si Huang.

He is someone with a stubborn temperament; Han Sheng forbids him from pursuing Miss Si Huang and wants to keep her for himself. He just wants to give it a try.

Although Chu Feng already has two wives, if there is truly such a marital fate, he doesn't mind having another wife.

In cultivation, wealth, companion, law, and land are the four essentials.

Ranking first is wealth, which represents cultivation resources. Whether it's elixirs or various auxiliary cultivation artifacts, all can help one's cultivation speed soar like a rocket.

Second is companion, referring to a Taoist partner.

Which means a wife.

Why did ancient people care about marrying a wife from a family with equal social status? Because selecting a wife from a family with matching financial power and background can significantly aid one's future career.

Those who cultivate are disinterested in promotions or getting rich.

They care about cultivation and strength.

A powerful wife can provide tremendous help in cultivation and can also lend a hand when Chu Feng faces strong enemies.

Han Sheng didn't expect Chu Feng not only to ignore his advice but also arrogantly confront him. Everyone was watching them, especially Chu Feng, who had already been the center of attention today.

Now, he directly challenges Han Sheng, not to mention anything else, this courage alone is truly commendable.

Qin Shan certainly hopes Chu Feng attracts some powerful foes.

His lips curled into a smug smile, "This waste, picking a fight with Brother Han, probably doesn't even know how he'll die." Looking around the Inner Sect, there are really not many who dare to confront Han Sheng.

"Chu Feng, are you declaring war against me? Truly brave. However, I must remind you, the arrogant who has strength is a king; the arrogant who lacks it will only fade away into oblivion."

"I want everyone to see just how boastful you are. You even dare to dream of competing for a Jade Mat. Do you know how difficult that is?"

Han Sheng's expression was icy cold as he gazed at Chu Feng, his eyes filled with not only chilling killing intent but also scorn.

Feeling publicly provoked by an ant, Han Sheng was furious.

Although he was the one who initially provoked and bullied Chu Feng, leading to Chu Feng's resistance, in Han Sheng's mind, he was the official and Chu Feng was a mere citizen. It was acceptable for the officials to start fires but not for the civilians to light lamps.

For him, bullying Chu Feng to death or crushing him into mud was justified.

If Chu Feng dared to glare back, that was a capital offense.

"Words are useless, just wait and see!" Chu Feng, too lazy to waste more words with Han Sheng, took a seat with crossed legs, his gaze sweeping towards the lotus-shaped platform.

That was the lecturer's spot, signifying a prestigious status and profound cultivation knowledge.

Initially empty, at some point, an emaciated old man had appeared.

His age was indiscernible, his facial skin even more wrinkled than old tree bark, filled with disconcerting liver spots, commonly called age spots.

This elderly man's back was severely hunched.

As if he was carrying a mountain, comparable to a dromedary camel in desert areas.

Despite his near-death, decrepit appearance, his eyes were exceptionally bright, dazzling like stars.

The face of this feeble old man surprisingly revealed the spirit usually found in scholars.

This was a sign of great wisdom.

"His name is Elder Mu Cang. Despite appearing frail and barely able to walk steadily, he has already reached the Nine-star Sword God Realm. Moreover, his understanding and comprehension of the cultivation techniques are profoundly unfathomable. Over time, as you attend more of his classes, you'll understand just how brilliant Elder Mu Cang truly is," Miss Dongxue said softly to Chu Feng.

The elder seated himself with crossed legs on the lotus platform, his gaze scanning the multitude of disciples below, including those ranking at the Inner Sect Guardian level.

However, the presence of Inner Sect Elders here was still quite rare.

After all, they also needed to maintain their dignity.

Being an Inner Sect Elder yet sitting here as a student among other elders, that was hardly justifiable.

It would also invite ridicule from others.

Many Inner Sect Elders, when facing cultivation dilemmas, would choose to consult these lecturers privately.

Or they would go upstairs to the second floor of the Chuan Gong Hall to seek guidance.

They virtually never sit at the first level to listen to lectures.

"Today, this old man will only discuss two topics with you. The first is, why must cultivation involve hardship? Indeed, many believe that the more suffering, the better."

The first question posed by Elder Mu Cang made Chu Feng start to ponder.

It was a profound question.

"I know the answer, Elder Mu Cang!" Han Sheng, wanting to show off, glanced at Chu Feng and stood up.

All eyes then gathered on Han Sheng.

"Brother Han is truly impressive, rightly one of the owners of the thirty-six Jade Mats."

A flurry of flattering comments floated to Han Sheng's ears, to which he listened with great pleasure, his face revealing an uncontrollable slight smile.

"Please speak," Elder Mu Cang's voice was quite indifferent.

"To endure hardship is primarily to temper our will! To help us understand the principle of remembering bitterness and thinking of sweetness. No matter the circumstances, we must always guard against arrogance and impetuosity and be humble..." Han Sheng delivered a lengthy speech, expounding on a lot of principles.

Many people listened with loud exclamations of admiration, while others remained unconvinced.

Because Han Sheng's answer, like scratching an itch through a boot, missed the main point.