Tyrant Sky Martial Soul

Chapter 1127: Chapter 1127: Apothecary Association

Magic Capital truly deserves its reputation as the once flourishing city of the Green-eyed Clan and now the capital city of the True Demon Empire, where prosperity is undeniable.

However, behind this prosperity, there are many sights one would be reluctant to witness.

More severe than anything seen in the Phoenix God Empire, the trading of Sacred Dynasty’s human beings as slaves has become completely normalized here.

On the streets, some even raise children of the Sacred Dynasty as pets, and if they disobey, they might be discarded outright.

These scenes have only cemented Ling Xiao’s resolution to destroy the True Demon Empire.

It’s not just because of past personal grudges but also because the True Demon Empire is truly reprehensible.

An empire that does not regard humans as humans, what use is it for?

Over at the Northern Han Kingdom, letters have been sent out; in a few days, they too will initiate a simultaneous attack.

Attacking from two fronts, taking advantage of the True Demon Empire’s instability, victory should be easy.

The True Demon Empire has offended quite a few over the years.

Where there is oppression, there is resistance after all.

The entire Magic Capital has but one Apothecary Association.

The Apothecary Association might be the most out of place with the Green-eyed Clan’s architecture.

The typical Sacred Dynasty building, an antique courtyard, even from a distance, one can smell the wisps of medicinal fragrance.

Many Martial Artists like to walk here, not for anything else, but just to breathe more of that special air in this area.

Above the entrance of the Apothecary Association hangs a plaque that doesn’t look too striking. In green, the words ”Apothecary Association” are written.

It’s in the language of the Sacred Dynasty.

Although the Sacred Dynasty has declined, the language of the Mysterious World is still universally the language of the Sacred Dynasty.

”Excuse me, is this the Apothecary Association?”

Ling Xiao courteously arrived at the door, bowed to the two Guards, and then asked.

”Yes, what can we do for you?”

The guards gave Ling Xiao’s attire a cursory glance. Though they did not dismiss him, their demeanor was somewhat indifferent.

However, they did take a few more looks at the Moon Lady by Ling Xiao’s side.

After all, everyone likes a beauty.

”Cough cough, I’ve come to obtain Alchemist certification.”

Ling Xiao slightly regretted bringing Moon Lady out with him, clearing his throat and speaking.

”Sure, but there’s a rule. You must have a recommendation letter from a Yellow Grade Alchemist, if you do then take it out.”

The guard said indifferently.

”Recommendation letter?”

Ling Xiao was taken aback. He had never visited the Apothecary Association before, so he didn’t know about this requirement and felt somewhat helpless.

Just as he was about to speak, a figure pushed him aside.

”If you don’t have a recommendation letter, move aside. Don’t block this young lady’s way.”

The speaker was a young woman about eighteen or nineteen years old, with a commendable appearance, but compared to Moon Lady, she was miles apart.

Ling Xiao was a bit displeased but not yet angry; being pushed away like this just made him a bit unhappy.

Just as he was about to speak,

An elder approached and said, ”Young man, don’t be angry. My granddaughter is just impetuous and can’t change her ways. Sorry about that.”

Upon hearing this, Ling Xiao’s irritation instantly dissipated, and he waved his hand, ”Forget it, it’s not that big of a deal.”

He took notice of the badge the elder was wearing, which appeared to be that of an Advanced Yellow Grade Pharmacist issued by the Apothecary Association.

At this level, both in the Heavenly Dragon Continent and the Divine Phoenix Continent, one would be considered amongst the top.

”Grandpa, why even bother talking to him? He doesn’t even have a recommendation letter and still wants to enter the Apothecary Association; I bet he’s planning to sneak in and steal something,”

said the young woman with disdain.

”Shut up!”

The elder snapped angrily: ”I’ve told you many times, when you’re out and about, you need to be a bit more demure. Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. How would you feel if someone treated you this way?”

”Grandpa, what’s gotten into you? You’ve never scolded me before.”

The girl was somewhat puzzled.

”I said be quiet, and be quiet.”

The elder seemed a little panicky as he glanced at Moon Lady, then said to Ling Xiao, ”Sorry for the trouble, young man.”

Ling Xiao realized that the elder’s politeness wasn’t on account of him, but rather because he was intimidated by Moon Lady.

”Old sir, even if I were just an ordinary person, your granddaughter’s behavior would still be highly inappropriate. Perhaps she’s protected by your side, but when she’s out there without you, aren’t you afraid she might stir up some serious trouble?”

Ling Xiao’s words were somewhat barbed.

The woman had irked him several times, and given his nature, it was already quite good of him not to have reacted physically.

”What are you saying! Do you know who my grandfather is? How dare you speak to him in that manner!”

The girl shouted: ”My grandpa is one of the only two Yellow Rank Senior Pharmacists in the Apothecary Association! He is the renowned Master Ironwood!”

Ling Xiao looked at the girl and said indifferently, ”Being a Yellow Rank Senior Pharmacist is indeed admirable, but that is your grandfather’s honor. What do you count for? Looking at you, you probably haven’t even attained a rank yet, have you?”

Although this woman had a beauty that undoubtedly attracted men, for Ling Xiao, it was of no consequence.

Having such a stunning beauty by his side, how could he possibly take notice of this woman.

”Listen well, my name is Tie Yun Shan, and I followed my grandfather here from the Five Immortal Islands. Even though I’m not a ranked alchemist yet, I soon will be.”

Tie Yun Shan said proudly, puffing out her chest: ”I’m here today to test for the Junior Yellow Grade Pharmacist Certificate!”

”Master Ironwood is indeed Master Ironwood, Miss Yun Shan is only eighteen this year, right? To think that she’s about to test for a Yellow Grade Alchemist position, it certainly puts many of her peers to shame,”

one of the guards said with a smile.

The timing of this flattery was just perfect.

”Hehe, smooth talker, if I pass the exam today, I will surely reward you with enough money for drinks. Grandpa, let’s hurry inside and not waste any more time here.”

Tie Yun Shan glanced back at Ling Xiao.

She noticed that Ling Xiao was quite handsome and seemed to have a good level of strength, too, but what of it? Once she became a Yellow Grade Alchemist, she could hire lots of martial artists like Ling Xiao for free.

”Young man, we’ll go ahead and enter now.”

The elder had been polite from the start, which prevented Ling Xiao’s temper from flaring up completely. He merely thought of the girl named Tie Yun Shan as rather mischievous.

”Sister Moon Lady, I’m really thankful you were by my side today. Otherwise, who knows what might have happened.”

Ling Xiao sighed. Indeed, for a martial artist, strength was still very important.

Having said that, he turned to the two guards and asked, ”Gentlemen, I didn’t bring a recommendation letter. Is there another way I can enter the Apothecary Association?”

”Yes, you can, but only if you can refine a Lower-tier Yellow Rank pill on the spot, or if you possess one of the Twelve Sacred Flames,”

replied one of the guards dismissively.

Perhaps in their eyes, Ling Xiao truly didn’t have such ability.