After all, in the Cultivation World, to train an alchemist isn't just about having money; it requires a significant amount of ti. Besides ti, talent selection is also crucial, just like so people have strong motor skills, making it easier for them to succeed as athletes.
Being an alchemist follows the sa principle. So people are naturally ticulous and detail-oriented, while possessing exceptional perception, powerful True Yuan, and Divine Sense control. Only such individuals can beco alchemists.
And presently, Heshenghe only has Shen Qiang as the sole commander.
Although the Pill Alliance has three hundred alchemists, it's rely an alliance of interests. At critical monts, they wouldn't abandon everything to fully support Shen Qiang. Thus, as the dicine King, he must consider the future developnt of Heshenghe.
Without other alchemists, Shen Qiang would have to refine all the elixir pills himself, essentially becoming a laborer in alchemy.
And waiting for the next generation of the Shen Family to mature would take at least twenty years.
Therefore, the perfect scenario would be to first win over a group of alchemists to serve as laborers for Shen Qiang. During this decade, Shen Qiang could team up with Baihua Palace to find so exceptionally talented ordinary people to learn from them, and if all goes well, after ten years, these individuals will have beco skilled.
Then, Shen Qiang's Heshenghe would have many alchemists. By then, alchemy? Let the disciples refine the pills. Shen Qiang would have ti to wander around, travel, play gas, and enjoy food and drink—a wonderful life.
Thinking so, Shen Qiang shifted his tone and said, "Now that the new rule is established, it seems I have no reason to stay here any longer. I've rarely been to this place and would like to explore a bit, so I'll not accompany everyone further."
Everyone was stunned, not understanding what Shen Qiang ant.
Shen Qiang, already standing with a smile, calmly said, "Moreover, regarding tomorrow's Dan Fighting, since I am now the Dan King, the previous conditions seem sowhat inappropriate."
Seeing the shocked faces of everyone, Shen Qiang chuckled and continued, "Let's change it to: Anyone who can defeat in Dan Fighting will not only automatically advance to Dan King, but I will also work for them free of charge for ten years, and will offer all the pill recipes I know."
Instantly, everyone present was astonished!
"Defeat Shen Qiang and automatically beco Dan King, get Shen Qiang to work for free for ten years, and receive all the pill recipes?"
"Oh my god, if one wins against Shen Qiang, wouldn't it be like a dramatic turnaround?"
"Certainly, winning would be amazing, Shen Qiang refining pills for ten years could easily accumulate billions of wealth, and securing Shen Qiang's pill recipes, one could enjoy endless glory and prosperity, lasting forever!"
But simultaneously, seeing many alchemists among the Thirty-two Skillful Hands showing interest, Pan Zheng, feeling a sudden unease, quickly spoke, "Shen dicine King is joking, everyone shouldn't take it seriously. Shen Qiang's elixir pill quality is exceptional, with miraculous effects; how could anyone possibly win in a Dan Fighting?"
The newly excited crowd was imdiately doused with cold water by Pan Zheng's words, causing them to calm down.
"Indeed, Shen dicine King's elixir pills are so remarkable that they can't be easily defeated."
"There's no such good fortune as pies falling from the sky. It's clear that Shen Qiang intends to win over us to work for him; this trap is not worth falling into!"
"Hmm, there's no chance of winning."
Seeing the cunning old fox Pan Zheng try to thwart his plan, Shen Qiang, rather than getting angry, smiled faintly and said, "Pan Leader, there's no need to worry. I'm not the type to make jokes in such situations. Besides, young people should take more risks; how will they know they can't achieve sothing without trying?"
"Also, the pills in the Dan Fighting will be determined by the challenger; you can specify what kind of pill to refine, and if I can't make it, you'll naturally win."
"Of course, those who lose must work for as free labor for ten years; that is unquestionable. If I summarize, it's about betting your ten-year youth for the chance to surpass all alchemists. If anyone wants to try, register with Heshenghe's Ji Wei for this cost-effective Dan Fighting. If you're still hesitant, forget about it."
As Shen Qiang finished speaking.
Chu Xiaotian slapped the table and stood up: "Shen dicine King, tomorrow I will compete in the Dan Fighting against you; let's not miss each other."
Shen Qiang smiled.
At the sa ti, many alchemists were buzzing.
"Fortune lies within the risks. Ten years of labor sounds quite serious, but even if we lose, we're young; ten years later, we can still start afresh. But the opportunity to beco the dicine King, is there any other chance?"
"Betting ten years of freedom to try and defeat Shen Qiang, I think it's worth it. If we lose, we'll just be apprentices to the dicine King; if we win, then it's a giant leap forward!"
"Yes, losing isn't disgraceful, but winning is becoming successful!"
Watching as many alchemists were eager to try, Pan Zheng sighed deeply, looking at them with eyes akin to watching goldfish swimming in a tank.
"In gambling, nine out of ten are cheats; if you're not sure of winning 100%, how could Shen Qiang risk his esteed position?"
Pan Zheng knew this well; the Valley Master of dicine King Valley was also smiling.
"When people are free of greed, they are less likely to be deceived. dicine King, pill recipes, wealth are all re baits from Shen Qiang the fisherman. These young people only think about making a teoric rise, but the result will undoubtedly be a catastrophic defeat."
Not only did they think this way, but Weisheng Zhii, sitting in the area reserved for sect leaders from various sects, looked charmingly at Shen Qiang and secretly thought, "Shen Qiang, this bad guy, never takes a loss; taking advantage of him is as hard as ascending to heaven. Now that he's willing to make such a heavy bet, it's clear he holds a winning hand. Only those blinded by greed will foolishly fall for it."
At this mont, Bai Shiyi, smiling brightly, not only lightly tapped the armrest of his seat but also calculatingly thought, "What a clever boy, I knew I hadn't misjudged him. Now, Shen Qiang has set his sights on the alchemists?"
"This is indeed a rare opportunity, as timing is crucial. Shen Qiang is now the dicine King; given ti and under his radiant fa, no one would dare compete with him in Dan Fighting, so using this strategy now is best."
"If successful, Heshenghe will have many alchemists, surely flourishing. By then, we, at Cheng Xinyi, will have countless elixir pills to sell. If not, Shen Qiang could only persevere alone, and with his growing fa, countless people will seek elixir pills. At that point, he might find even twenty-four-hour alchemy insufficient."
Everyone was calculating their own thoughts.
Seeing that the ti was about right, Shen Qiang turned to leave. At this mont, Qin Yongquan, Valley Master of dicine King Valley, suddenly spoke up: "Shen dicine King, since you wish to roam the valley, let my daughter, Qin Yurou, act as your guide; you two are classmates, and I believe there's much to discuss."
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