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Chapter 161 Alchemist Competition
Chapter 161 Alchemist Competition
Feng Chen's explanation of the events in the capital was brief.
He simply told them that he had gone to the Lan Clan with their elders bound, then fought their clan leader and other elders, ultimately defeating them.
The elders listened in stunned silence, some unable to believe the audacity of what Feng Chen had accomplished.
The Lan Clan, known for their strength and influence in the capital, had been forced into submission.
To hear that Feng Chen had so easily crushed their leader and forced them into submission seemed almost impossible—if not for the fact that it was Feng Chen himself, one who always did things beyond their imagination.
Grand Elder Zhenshan, though proud of Feng Chen's abilities, could not help but shake his head in awe.
"To think the Lan Clan would fall so easily… Truly, this is beyond even our expectations."
The other elders exchanged looks of disbelief. Feng Chen, unfazed by the reactions around him, simply nodded. "I gave them a choice: submit or face the consequences. They chose wisely."
His calm demeanor made it clear that what seemed impossible to others had been just another step in his plan.
"No need to worry about the Lan Clan anymore. Also, they should send someone to provide information periodically," Feng Chen added.
Because he would continue cultivating, he wanted someone to collect and read the information, as well as inform him of anything of importance in the news.
"So about brother Kai and his wife's disappearance… Did you find something?"
Elder Wei asked cautiously.
Feng Chen shook his head.
"I might need to look into it after I get stronger."
The elders exchanged disappointed glances, yet there was also a sense of sympathy for Feng Chen.
"Don't worry too much. I will eventually find out the truth!"
Feng Chen said that after finding out that the atmosphere had turned gloomy,
After that, the discussions shifted to the Dragon and Phoenix Ranking, which would take place in about a year.
It had already been two years since Feng Yun's engagement with Ling Meiyu had been broken, and the promise of the fight had been made.
"I think our Feng Clan has a lot of geniuses who might be qualified to participate," Elder Wei said excitedly.
Two years ago, they would never have imagined a single person from their clan being able to participate in the Dragon and Phoenix Competition. But now, many had already broken through to the Core Formation Stage, which was the minimum requirement to participate.
"Jianhong'er and Liang'er should be able to break through to the Grand Qi Condensation Realm by then. There was also Xioayu'er, Mei'er, and Yun'er who should also be able to achieve that. They could get a good ranking," Elder Wei added.
He couldn't help but think about these geniuses, who were already on the verge of being in the same stage as him. Though he felt he should have advanced further by then, it was incredible to think that the Feng Clan could produce Grand Qi Condensation cultivators under the age of 25.
Such a feat had only been achieved by Feng Chen in the history of their clan.
"Okay then. Let's make Grand Qi Condensation the criteria for the Feng Clan to participate in the Dragon and Phoenix Competition. Tell everyone who is eligible that only those who have broken through to this realm will be allowed to participate," Feng Chen decided.
After all, if they allowed everyone who met the Dragon and Phoenix criteria, he might need to send every young member of the Feng Clan. That would just lead to them competing with each other, which wasn't a good idea. Moreover, only geniuses in the Grand Qi Condensation Realm would have a chance to earn a good ranking in the competition.
Thinking about Ling Meiyu's talent, Feng Chen even considered that the Grand Qi Condensation Realm might not be enough.
All the elders agreed.
"Then is that all?" Feng Chen asked. n/o/vel/b//in dot c//om
"Nephew, there is another big competition happening before that."
"Oh! Which one?"
"The Alchemist Competition for those under age 30!" Elder Wei replied.
"Alchemist Competition?" Feng Chen asked, intrigued.
He knew the Alchemist Association held competitions from time to time. Previously, it had nothing to do with the Feng Clan, as even a Grade One Alchemist was rare in their clan. How could they even dream of competing with geniuses capable of making Rank-3 or perhaps even Rank-4 pills?
But now, things are different. The clan's alchemy had improved significantly and could be considered one of the best in the Eastern Region though Feng Chen still felt they were no match for the geniuses who would be participating.
"I don't think we have anyone capable enough," Feng Chen said.
Their Alchemist growth was still in its early stages, and the only one who could potentially participate was a Second Grade Alchemist. Winning, or even placing in the top 100, seemed difficult for them.
Feng Chen felt it was okay to skip this year's competition. Perhaps in the next one, they would have someone capable of winning.
"However, keep an eye on the competition. Perhaps we can recruit some of them," Feng Chen instructed.
"Scratch that. Elder Wei, remind me when the competition ends. The champion might be someone unexpected."
Feng Chen's thoughts wandered to Feng Yun.
( Isn't this a stage for protagonists like Feng Yun to shine? Perhaps he might even be the champion this time. )
Feng Chen thought.
He remembered that Feng Yun had been a second-grade alchemist when he left the clan. He seemed to be on the verge of becoming a Third Grade Alchemist and Feng Chen assume that he must already be one considering the time passed.
"When is the competition?" Feng Chen asked.
"In about six months!" Elder Wei replied.
Considering the time for the competition, becoming a Fourth Grade Alchemist didn't seem impossible, especially for a protagonist like Feng Yun.
"Then remind me in three months when the results are announced."