Mrs. and Mr. Smith
Chapter 2113

Chapter 2113: Chapter 2113: See you again, Pavilion Master Chapter 2113: Chapter 2113: See you again, Pavilion Master Beyond this, there are many hidden places within the Alchemist Association, such as mysterious laboratories, ancient libraries, and the rumored medicine garden that holds countless rare herbs.

Ethan Smith, Salena Carpenter, and Daphne Green walked into the heart of the Alchemist Association, utterly astounded by what they saw.

“This… is this the inside of the Alchemist Association?” Ethan Smith couldn't help but marvel. He looked at the ancient alchemical equipment, the rare alchemical secret scripts, and the unknown precious herbs, feeling utterly shocked.

Salena Carpenter was also surprised. Although he had long heard of the Alchemist Association's renown, only when he saw everything here did he truly understand its might.

“These… these alchemical equipment, these alchemical secret scripts, these precious herbs, I… I've never seen them before!”

Daphne Green was petrified. She stood there quietly, seemingly shocked by everything before her, frozen in place for a long time.

“Is this… is this the Alchemist Association?” Daphne Green asked softly, her voice shaky, as if she was talking about something incredibly supernatural.

“Yes, this is the Alchemist Association.” Ethan Smith nodded, his eyes also filled with amazement.

The resources possessed by the Alchemist Association were terrifyingly immense, filling even Ethan Smith with astonishment.

“Only alchemists of the Eighth Grade or above can enter the Alchemist Association. It's quite against the rules that I managed to bring you in today.” spoke Riley Lee, his hands clasped behind his back.

Ethan Smith inclined his head slightly, saying, “Thank you, President Lee, I… I have another request.”

Riley Lee glanced at Ethan Smith, saying, “You want to see Martha Evans?”

“Yes.” Ethan Smith quickly nodded.

Ethan Smith felt full of gratitude towards the Pavilion Master. Ever since he entered the Holy Region, they had not met.

“Martha Evans wants to see you too, go and wait in the side room.” Lee said.

Ethan Smith was overjoyed and quickly said: “Thank you, President Lee!”

Riley Lee hummed in response, looking to Salena Carpenter and the others and said, “You all follow me.”

So, Ethan Smith, following Riley Lee's instructions, came to a side room.

This side room was not large, but it had a strong scent of medicine. The room was adorned with some alchemical equipment and some books, along with a few pots of precious herbs which emitted a faint scent of medicine.

In the middle was a tea table, on which was a faint aroma. Upon closer inspection, it turned out to be Enlightenment Tea.

Enlightenment Tea, which is exceptionally valuable in the outside world, is very ordinary in the Alchemist Association, which makes one sigh with emotion.

Ethan Smith picked up the teacup and took a sip, feeling invigorated and his mind clear.

After a long time, there was some movement outside the door.

At this moment, the door was gently pushed open, and a figure walked in. Wearing a long blue skirt and emanating elegance and grace, she appeared otherworldly.

Her demeanor was cool, her face like jade, and her elongated eyes sparkled with brilliance.

This person was none other than Martha Evans!

“Pavilion Master!” Ethan Smith cried out in surprise and hastily walked towards her!

The Pavilion Master remained calm and collected, expressing no joy or sorrow, making it difficult to decipher her thoughts.

Then, the Pavilion Master waved her hand, signalling Ethan to sit down.

Ethan Smith, trying to suppress his excitement, said in a slightly trembling voice: “Pavilion Master, it has been such a long time, I am finally able to see you again.”

A faint smile emerged on the Pavilion Master's icy face.

She appraised Ethan Smith and said lightly: “Semi-Saint Realm, you have exceeded my expectations.”

Ethan Smith felt a touch of bitterness, as he found that the Pavilion Master's energy had become even more vigorous. Her current cultivation level was unfathomable to him.

This was completely contrary to Ethan Smith's expectations. He looked at the Pavilion Master and furrowed his brows: “Isn't it said that one cannot serve two masters? I've met Seventh-Grade alchemists before and their cultivation levels were not strong. They merely had mature alchemical techniques, but you seem… ”

The Pavilion Master poured a cup of tea for Ethan Smith, and then casually said, “The difference between the Seventh and Eighth Grade is like crossing a chasm.”

“What do you mean?” Ethan Smith was a bit puzzled.

The Pavilion master smiled faintly, “Seventh Grade represents the pinnacle of alchemical techniques and there is no room for progress. Their craftsmanship is not inferior to Eighth or Ninth-Grade alchemists.”

Ethan Smith kept silent, waiting for the rest of the Pavilion Master's explanation.

“From ancient times until now, each great cultivator has achieved mastery. Ninth-Grade alchemists are comparable to Tribulation Great Cultivators and even those at the Immortal Emperor strength. Do you know why?” The Pavillion Master asked.

Ethan Smith caressed his chin. He didn't rush to reply, but deeply contemplated the question.

“A master who has reached the peak… I feel I am on to something,” Ethan said softly.

The Pavilion Master poured another cup of tea for Ethan Smith, indicating for him to continue speaking.

Ethan Smith stated, “After all this time, I've come to understand the essence of cultivation. All beings exist within the dao technique, and what we cultivate is also dao technique.”

“You said earlier that there's a chasm between the Seventh and Eighth Grade. If the Seventh Grade represents the pinnacle of alchemical techniques, then the only possible difference between the Seventh and Eighth Grade must lie in the cultivation of dao techniques.”

After hearing Ethan's words, a hint of approval flashed in the Pavilion Master's eyes.

“Indeed, the strongest alchemist is the Immortal Emperor, because they have transcended the dao technique. The essence of alchemical art lies not in alchemical skills, but in dao technique.”

“In other words, what we do is borrow the power of the dao technique to transform a person. Both our physical bodies and minds are part of the dao technique. So, only by mastering the technique of heaven and earth can all things be effectively dealt with.” The Pavilion Master casually stated.

Ethan Smith instantly understood, as the Pavilion Master said, cultivation and alchemy originate from the same source. Once the Dao technique is understood, natural strength won't be weak.

“Wait a minute,” Ethan Smith suddenly thought of something.

He scratched his head and said, “But if we go by your words, isn't any True Saint potentially an Eighth-Grade alchemist? Their understanding of the dao technique is not weaker than anyone else's. But I've seen veteran True Saints asking for medicine outside the Alchemist Association. This…”

“Different dao techniques yield different results,” the Pavilion Master replied concisely.

Ethan Smith is a smart man, and he immediately understood the Pavilion Master's meaning.

Alchemists interpret Dao techniques by alchemy, while those True Saints interpret the Dao techniques as cultivation and ascension of their cultivation level.

Therefore, in the same realm, the strength of an alchemist may not be superior to other cultivators of the same realm.

Of course, alchemists have their advantages, that being their strong mental power.

A true master naturally incorporates thousands of Dao techniques, stepping into the supreme realm.

“In that case, if I encounter a bottleneck, I might consider altering my mindset, like considering furthering my studies at the Alchemist Association,” Ethan Smith laughed.

The Pavilion Master nodded slightly, indicating her approval.

“It's just a pity that I've been preoccupied and haven't had the opportunity to join the Alchemist Association,” Ethan Smith lamented.

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