Isn't this shortening my life?

Over the past few days, Zhong Qing had thoroughly explored Dan City.

The scenery of Dragon Bridge, the water of the Central Lake, and the talented individuals and beauties by the lakeside were all considered major local features.

This day!

Zhong Qing was strolling down the main street with Wu Yue and Shi Xiaotian.

"Peak Master, this Welcoming Guest Building is a major local attraction."

"If paired with the roast duck from the south of the city, it truly is a delicacy on earth."

Wu Yue pointed to a luxurious restaurant ahead and said.

Shi Xiaotian promptly suggested, "How about we have lunch here today?"

Zhong Qing’s eyes flickered.

What the two of them recommended would naturally not be wrong.

"Then I must have a good taste."

As he moved his steps, he walked straight towards the restaurant.

"Peak Master, you go in first. The two of us will go to the south of the city to buy some things and prepare some seasonings. We'll be back soon."

"Go!"

Zhong Qing waved his hand.

After parting ways with the two, he walked directly into the Welcoming Guest Building.

No wonder it was said to be a major local feature.

The restaurant was packed with people.

There were simply no seats available.

Just as Zhong Qing was considering whether to find someone to share a table with, someone behind him patted his shoulder.

"Brother Zhong Qing!"

The person wore a green robe, with a hint of excitement on his face, looking at Zhong Qing with a wide smile.

This person was indeed Zhou Shen.

"I was planning to look for you later, but I didn't expect to meet you here."

"What is fate? This is fate."

"Good brother, it was all my fault last time."

"This time, I'm going to introduce you to a very important person."

As he spoke, he pulled Zhong Qing towards the private room.

His attitude was extremely enthusiastic.

The two of them sat down.

He poured Zhong Qing a cup of tea.

Then, he said mysteriously, "Do you know what I've been doing these past few days?"

"What have you been doing?"

Zhong Qing, who was supposed to cooperate with him, naturally couldn't ignore him.

Zhou Shen said smugly, "These past few days, I've been spending time, energy, and even using my connections to build a relationship with a very important person from Pill Cauldron Pavilion."

"Hard work pays off. With my efforts, that important person agreed to meet me today."

"Originally, I planned to get to know him first, then contact you and take you to a few gatherings to build a good relationship with that important person."

"By then, the entire Dan City will be ours to roam freely."

"For the next assessment, a Rank One Alchemist, as long as he says a word, won't it be a piece of cake?"

"But it's good that you're here now."

"When that important person arrives later, remember to perform well."

"As long as you catch his eye, living a life of luxury will not be a problem at all."

Zhong Qing listened for a long time, then pondered for a moment before saying, "Later, two people from my side will also be coming."

"How about I choose another place instead?"

"Brother Zhong Qing, you're being too formal."

"Your friends are my friends."

"It's just a matter of two extra bowls and chopsticks."

"It's nothing big. Later, just tell them not to offend this important person."

As the two spoke, a cup of tea was already empty.

Zhou Shen refilled the cup, his expression clearly excited, even agitated.

"Brother Zhong Qing, let me first tell you about this important person, so you don't offend him later and lose your manners."

"His name is Yang Tiancheng! An Elder of Pill Cauldron Pavilion, and a Third Grade Alchemist."

"This is Three-Rank, a genuine Three-Rank!"

"This Senior likes romance and also likes Spirit Stones and wealth."

"Anyway, just watch my performance later. I guarantee I'll make him very happy."

While the two were speaking!

In front of the Welcoming Guest Building, a black-robed old man arrived.

As this person entered, the originally noisy and bustling scene quieted down.

Everyone looked at the black-robed old man with a hint of awe.

He was precisely the Elder of Pill Cauldron Pavilion, Third Grade Alchemist, Yang Tiancheng, whom Zhou Shen had mentioned!

In the eyes of most people, a Third Grade Alchemist was indeed a figure of immense importance.

"Elder Yang, you've arrived!"

"Quick, please come in, please come in!"

Zhou Shen was constantly watching the door.

The moment he saw the person arrive, he immediately went up to greet him with a smile.

Yang Tiancheng's posture was quite arrogant.

He only hummed in response, then walked past Zhou Shen and entered the private room, sitting down assertively.

A strong aura of aloofness emanated from him.

He had truly mastered the demeanor of an important person.

"Elder Yang, to be able to invite you today is truly a blessing for three lifetimes."

"Come, I toast you!"

With Yang Tiancheng's arrival, the dishes and wine were quickly served. Zhou Shen raised his cup and toasted.

Yang Tiancheng glanced at him indifferently, picked up his wine cup, but did not drink it.

"This old man is very busy. If you have anything to say, just say it!"

His attitude was quite cold!

For a moment, Zhou Shen froze in place.

He couldn't just directly say he wanted to curry favor with him, could he?

Just as the atmosphere became a bit awkward, Zhong Qing looked outside the door and saw Wu Yue and Shi Xiaotian returning.

"Come in and sit down!"

Zhong Qing called out to the two.

"Yes, Peak Master."

The two respectfully nodded to Zhong Qing.

At this moment, Zhou Shen also came over to greet the two.

"Oh, it's the two old brothers. Age doesn't matter, two old brothers, please take a seat quickly."

"But I'll toast the two old brothers later. After all, Elder Yang is here today, so we must first make Elder Yang happy."

Yang Tiancheng was seated with his back to the private room door and had not seen Wu Yue and Shi Xiaotian.

He was already displeased when he saw Zhong Qing.

Now, hearing that there were two more people, his face immediately darkened.

Did they really think just anyone could sit at the same table as him?

However, before he could react.

Wu Yue and Shi Xiaotian had already arrived opposite him.

As the two sat down, Yang Tiancheng's originally aloof face could no longer hold up, and his sitting posture almost caused him to jolt and slide off the stool.

His entire body also began to tremble.

He was not unfamiliar with these two.

Their Rank Five Medicinal Pill assessment was registered with him.

Although Pill Cauldron Pavilion had sealed the news of their advancement to Rank Five before they became Honorary Elders of Pill Cauldron Pavilion, as the Elder who received them, he naturally had the authority to know the news of their promotion to Rank Five Alchemy King.

Rank Five Alchemy King.

What concept was that?

Their Rank was on par with the five Pavilion Masters!

At this very moment, Zhou Shen was still urging from the side, "Everyone, don't just stand there!"

"Come, let's raise our cups and toast Elder Yang!"

"No!"

Yang Tiancheng instantly shuddered, cold sweat immediately broke out, and he sprang to his feet as if a spring had been released.

Having two Rank Five Alchemy Kings toast him, wasn't that shortening his lifespan?

As a Rank Three Alchemist, he didn't have that much face.

Ignoring Zhou Shen's confusion, he immediately showed a fawning smile, "Seniors, this wine, I should be toasting you."

Saying that, he scurried over to Wu Yue and the other two, diligently pouring wine for them with a face full of eagerness.