Alchemy Master

Chapter 667, The Mo Clan’s Hidden Secrets

Translator: Silavin

From Lu Xiaoguan’s words, Qin Yichen learned many things about the Mo Clan.

The final Sect Master of the Lu Ban Sect!

For someone from the Mo Clan to become the Lu Ban Sect Master demonstrated the overwhelming strength of the Mo Clan.

“You’re not planning to go to the Mo Clan, are you?” After speaking, Lu Xiaoguan looked towards Qin Yichen, his expression somewhat complex.

Qin Yichen possessed the Master Craftsman’s Hammer. This was an undeniable fact! Whoever wielded the Master Craftsman’s Hammer became the Lu Ban Sect Master.

However, whether the Mo Clan would acknowledge Qin Yichen’s identity as the Lu Ban Sect Master remained highly questionable. Unless Qin Yichen could demonstrate strength sufficient to convince the Mo Clan!

Lu Xiaoguan indeed admired Qin Yichen and was genuinely convinced by him. Yet so far, the talent Qin Yichen had displayed was primarily in Alchemy.

Although Qin Yichen’s Spiritual Energy cultivation was remarkably high, this alone would be far from enough to gain the Mo Clan’s recognition. After all, even with the Master Craftsman’s Hammer, did the Gongshu Clan and Lu Clan not still question his legitimacy?

“I am.” Qin Yichen nodded firmly.

He absolutely had to visit the Mo Clan.

Though he had already gained recognition from the Gongshu Clan and Lu Clan, these two surviving Clans combined could not compare to the Mo Clan’s influence.

If the Mo Clan refused to acknowledge him as the Lu Ban Sect Master, he would merely be a figurehead leader.

“I will go with Brother Yichen!” This little girl was the first to stand up in support of Qin Yichen, even appearing somewhat eager for this journey to the Mo Clan.

“I’ll go as well.” Under the gaze of both, Lu Xiaoguan could only reluctantly agree, though worry flickered in his eyes.

After everything was decided, Qin Yichen gathered everyone together.

“You’re going out again?”

Lu Linghan was the first to stand up, her delicate fists clenched tight.

Beside her, Feng Qianxue and Shu Ruyan’s expressions also darkened. Feng Qianxue particularly wanted to rush to Qin Yichen’s side, but seemed afraid of displeasing the two Elder Sisters, so she forcibly restrained herself.

Naturally, Qin Yichen wanted to bring them along, but the Mo Clan’s situation remained unknown. So, he dared not risk their safety.

Qin Yichen’s face was filled with guilt and remorse.

Many things he kept buried in his heart, never speaking them aloud.

This pressure was something he would bear alone.

The hidden mastermind behind the Ouyang Family prevented him from relaxing his guard. If he ceased moving forward, they might very well suffer the same fate as the Ouyang Family, vanishing without a trace.

Feng Wentian was the same.

Upon discovering that Feng Qianxue had her Martial Soul stolen, he had sensed something but never voiced it.

Even now, the search for Ouyang Haotian and the Ouyang Family continues unabated!

That statement he had made to Qin Yichen revealed his true thoughts.

Like Qin Yichen, Feng Wentian shouldered this pressure alone as well.

Such matters, if spread, would undoubtedly cause massive panic. Once word leaked out, they would likely face assassination from that hidden mastermind!

“Go early and return early.”

Seeing Qin Yichen’s guilt-stricken expression, Lu Linghan’s heart ached as she covered her face and walked away.

She understood clearly that everything Qin Yichen did was for their sake, but she wanted to shoulder some of her Husband’s burden!

[Am I still too weak?] After leaving the main hall, Lu Linghan gazed into the distance.

At her age, reaching near-the Peak Stage Martial King Realm, she could rival those so-called prodigies and Heaven’s Chosen in the Imperial City.

But Peak Stage Martial King Realm was far from sufficient.

Especially during the siege of the Xing Family, she had acutely realised her inadequate strength.

She could not help Qin Yichen. Right now, she was merely a burden to her Husband.

“Foolish girl.” Just as her thoughts spiralled, a gentle voice appeared beside her ear. Simultaneously, she felt her delicate form embraced in warm arms.

“Husband, it’s because Linghan is useless…” Tears blurred her vision as she buried her head in Qin Yichen’s chest.

“Who said you’re useless?” Qin Yichen lifted her head, looking at her seriously. “You’re very strong. You just don’t realise it yourself, silly.”

He had witnessed the Profound Yin Ancestor’s immense power firsthand. Moreover, Lu Linghan’s natural Yin Meridian demonstrated its formidable potential.

Lu Linghan had only been cultivating the Profound Dark Eternal Body Technique for two or three years, yet she had progressed from the Martial Master Realm to her current Peak Stage Martial King Realm, jumping three Major Realms during that time!

That was almost one Major Realm per year. How many could match such speed!?

Even Qin Yichen, despite his various fortuitous encounters, would have fallen behind her without Feng Qianxue’s True Phoenix Martial Soul’s assistance.

This demonstrated the terrifying power of innate Yin Meridian.

“Trust in yourself. You’re no weaker than anyone!” Qin Yichen gazed at her lovingly. “It’s just that this matter is somewhat special, so…”

Visiting the Mo Clan was not about Martial Arts cultivation.

No matter how exceptional one’s Martial Arts cultivation talent was, it would not catch the Mo Clan’s eye.

“Linghan understands, but I can’t bear to part with my Husband…”

Lu Linghan’s tears fell, evoking deep sympathy.

“It’s my fault.” Qin Yichen blamed himself internally.

The couple remained close for a long while. Near midday, Qin Yichen finally departed with Gongshu Zhiyi and Lu Xiaoguan.

…

It was a small village.

The settlement nestled between mountains and water, where people lived in abundance and contentment.

It appeared to be the simplest of simple villages.

Yet standing before this village, Qin Yichen felt inexplicably nervous.

This small village was the Mo Clan’s entrance.

Following Feng Wentian’s directions, the three arrived at the village chief’s house.

The elderly village chief, with completely white hair and beard, wore faded ordinary cloth garments. He sat beneath a tree in the courtyard, smoking a pipe, appearing quite leisurely.

“Sir.” Qin Yichen approached and called out softly.

After calling six or seven times consecutively, the old village chief finally seemed to hear his voice. He slightly opened those cloudy eyes, examining the three young people before him.

Though Qin Yichen’s group was not dressed particularly luxuriously, they clearly stood out from the local villagers.

“Young man, what brings you here?” The old village chief set down his pipe and asked.

“I am Qin Yichen. These two are Gongshu Zhiyi of the Gongshu Clan and Lu Xiaoguan of the Lu Clan. We’ve come specifically to request an audience with the Mo Clan!” Qin Yichen introduced each person.

The village chief, who had initially seemed rather indifferent, suddenly focused intently upon hearing Gongshu Zhiyi and Lu Xiaoguan’s identities.

Particularly after seeing the two produce their respective Clans’ unique credentials, he appeared to contemplate for a long while before saying, “Please allow me to report this to the Clan!”

Had it been anyone else, any other Force, he could have easily feigned ignorance. But the Gongshu Clan and Lu Clan demanded respectful treatment.