34: Chapter 34 Becoming a Steward of the Alchemy Room

Deacon Qin Yunhe also had a grave expression; after a slight pause, he said indifferently, "Since you believe so, Alchemist Chen, have you thought of a refining method? Or perhaps a corresponding line of reasoning?"

"If this Junior has guessed correctly, the Su Family Magical Artifact has been coated with a poison called Demonic Spirit Powder or perhaps Soul Erosion Powder. These two poisons are odorless and colorless; they only react when triggered by blood Qi."

"Just now I heard that once a Family Cultivator is contaminated with this toxin, they do not die immediately; it must be these two."

As soon as these words were spoken, the great hall was filled with whispers.

"Alchemist Chen, do not speak nonsense. Why have we never heard of these two Medicinal Pills?" Qin Shubai looked astonished and did not believe it at all.

He and Chen Fan were both in the Middle Courtyard. Recently, he discovered that not only was the other's Alchemy improving rapidly, but his Realm had also unknowingly caught up, leaving him feeling slightly wary.

Upon hearing this, Qin Lingxi revealed a worried expression and said gently, "Alchemist Chen, please do not speak recklessly."

Although she acknowledged his talent in Alchemy, excessive arrogance was never a good thing.

"Alchemist Chen, this type of poison still needs to be carefully identified; do not be rash." Wu Shouzhuo's expression darkened slightly, and he reminded him with a hint of worry.

"Hmph, if it's just making things up like this, who couldn't do it? You can't become a Family Elder by doing this." A Cultivator from the Back Courtyard looked disdainful.

"Alchemist Chen, can you confirm which poison it is? Or perhaps you have a corresponding solution?" Deacon Qin Yunhe was quite interested after hearing this; these two ancient poisons were only seen in ancient books.

"This Junior still needs further confirmation."

Saying this, Chen Fan stepped forward and headed toward the place where the two Magical Artifacts were displayed.

With movements identical to Deacon Qin Yunhe, he dripped a drop of essence blood onto them.

He carefully examined the various changes within and then took a sniff.

In the eyes of the other Alchemists, this scene was purely pretentious, and their gazes were filled with mockery.

After examining the poison on the Magical Artifacts, he carefully investigated the symptoms of the injured Cultivator.

Grand Elder Qin Yuanshan, sitting in the main seat, had a calm expression. Over the years, the other had given him too many surprises. If he could really solve this, the Family might make an exception for him.

He asked with a smile, "Good son-in-law Chen, do you have a result?"

"Yes, I have a result. This poison is indeed Soul Erosion Powder, utilizing a combination of ancient and modern methods." Chen Fan said with certainty.

Upon hearing this, the other Alchemists looked at each other, but the mocking expressions on their faces did not dissipate.

They simply did not believe that a mere Matrilocal son-in-law could solve the difficult problem the Family was facing.

"Good son-in-law Chen, this old man will not go back on his word. If you can truly provide a solution, what does it matter if I give you the position of Guest Elder?" Grand Elder Qin Yuanshan said with a serious expression.

"Indeed, as long as this matter can be resolved, I naturally agree as well." The Second Elder nodded and said.

Chen Fan had not expected that solving this matter would bring so many benefits. If he became a Guest Elder, his status in the Family would rise once more, making it easier to marry a beautiful wife.

Thus, he immediately stated the refining method one by one.

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone was somewhat stunned and suspicious. After careful analysis, however, they did not find any impropriety.

Besides, they were not familiar with ancient Demonic Path techniques.

"This method still needs verification; we must not be careless." Qin Shubai felt increasingly wary in his heart and spoke bluntly.

"Indeed, this Alchemist Chen is inexperienced after all, we…" The other Alchemists nodded one after another.

"So that's how it is; this old man will refine it now." Deacon Qin Yunhe's eyes lit up, and his face revealed an inexplicable excitement.

Middle Courtyard Deacon Qin Daoyuan was the same; the other's detoxification line of reasoning was indeed quite interesting.

Deacon Qin Yunhe strode into the courtyard, and after retrieving the medicinal herbs, he immediately set to refining.

For a time, the sound of vibrations filled the courtyard.

This scene made the other Alchemists feel like they were sitting on pins and needles. If it were truly refined successfully and was effective, wouldn't a mere Matrilocal son-in-law be sitting on top of them?

Not long after, as a faint fragrance of pills drifted out, a furnace of Medicinal Pills was quickly finished.

Deacon Qin Yunhe had a grave expression; he had the injured Family Disciple consume the five-patterned Medicinal Pill that had been refined.

Everyone had different expressions; some were anxious, some were gloating, but Chen Fan's expression was calm, much like someone remaining composed even as the building collapsed.

Not long after, the injured Disciple was seen slowly waking up, and the black toxin within his body was completely vomited out after a bout of retching.

His complexion became rosy, and his Divine Sense was no longer blurred.

"It seems to be completely effective." Grand Elder Qin Yuanshan strode to the front, and after a careful investigation, nodded slightly.

The Second Elder, who had always been at odds with him, had the same expression.

At this moment, Deacon Qin Yunhe's tense face gradually relaxed; looking at Chen Fan, he was filled with satisfaction.

He said with a smile, "Alchemist Chen, from now on you will head directly to the Back Courtyard and be promoted to a 1st Grade High Grade Alchemist."

Some Alchemists, upon hearing this, had faces full of jealousy. One had to know that promotions in the Qin Family were extremely strict; besides Alchemy, the requirements for one's Realm were very high.

The other was only in the Middle Stage of Qi Refining; entering the Back Courtyard like this was truly not in accordance with the rules.

However, no one objected. After all, the matter of the Magical Artifact poisoning had a huge impact on the Family, and they simply could not think of any solution.

Grand Elder Qin Yuanshan nodded repeatedly and issued a deep, resonant voice: "For the Qin Family to rise, we must be unconventional. Currently, my good son-in-law Chen is quite talented in Alchemy; I believe we should follow what was previously said and make him the Alchemy Hall Deacon."

As soon as these words were spoken, the great hall became exceptionally quiet.

Before, everyone just took this as a joke, but they didn't expect it to actually be true.

Emotions such as jealousy and dissatisfaction quickly spread.

As direct descendants of the Qin Family, they had not received this treatment for many years, yet it was being obtained by the inconspicuous Alchemist before them; they were extremely dissatisfied in their hearts.

"Big brother, I think it's acceptable. The title of Guest Elder is something our Qin Family can still afford to give."

The Second Elder, who usually had conflicts with him, saw that everyone's expressions were ugly and instead nodded in agreement.

"Good, that is settled." The Grand Elder stroked his graying beard, full of smiles, and said with finality.

After this matter, it caused a wave of ripples in the Qin Family's Son-in-laws Courtyard.

These Matrilocal son-in-laws revealed expressions of shock.

Over the years, as the Qin Family's tools, that was just how it was; they constantly produced offspring, yet their own cultivation did not improve much.

How could they have thought that the other would not only become an Alchemist but also a Guest Elder?

Upon hearing this, Qin Shuangshuang could not speak for a long time. Her gaze turned toward the child, but her face revealed an expression of gratification.

Sun Xuan felt extremely complicated inside, and his hatred grew a bit stronger.

"He is only at the 8th Layer of Qi Refining; becoming the Alchemy Hall Deacon like this, he is still too green. I want to see how far you can go."

However, for Chen Fan, the benefits of this matter were immediate.

First, the treatment provided by the Family was greatly improved; second, his living quarters were adjusted once again, closer to a place with richer Spiritual Qi.

More importantly, after having a decent status, marrying a wife seemed a bit easier.