Nine Yang Alchemy Emperor
Chapter 98 Guest Alchemist

Chapter 98: Chapter 98 Guest Alchemist

The guard beside could no longer stand idly by; Manager Qiu, such a distinguished figure, had been waiting for Chu Feng for over two hours. And now, when he took the initiative to invite Chu Feng, the waste of the Sword King Mansion, for a meal, to be rejected.

"Nonsense, you really don’t know what’s good for you! My manager has been waiting for you outside for more than two hours; inviting you to dine with such sincerity, and yet you refuse."

"There are so many high-profile figures who wish to invite our manager for a meal, and they don’t even have the opportunity!"

The guard berated Chu Feng with a torrent of anger.

"Shut your mouth! Do not be disrespectful to Alchemist Chu!" Manager Qiu hastily stopped his own guard.

The expression on Chu Feng’s face changed slightly, he glanced at Manager Qiu’s carriage, and saw two heaps of horse manure on the ground. It was evident that Manager Qiu had indeed been waiting here for a long time.

The manager of the Golden Talisman Sect Store, holding such a high status, would encounter no trouble entering the Medicine Guild’s Hall.

Even learning of his arrival, the president of the Medicine Guild’s Hall would personally come out to greet him.

Why was he waiting outside so arduously?

Chu Feng, an old monster who had lived for thousands of years, slightly pondered and, considering Manager Qiu’s humble and friendly attitude towards himself, immediately guessed Manager Qiu’s true intent—to sincerely seek out talents.

"The sky has grown too late for a meal! Manager Qiu has waited for me this long, I am flattered by such an honor!"

"If there is anything you wish to discuss, Manager Qiu, please feel free to speak directly!"

Chu Feng developed a hint of fondness for Manager Qiu, his tone becoming much more polite.

Not to mention anything else, at least Manager Qiu had chosen to wait outside rather than entering the Medicine Guild’s Hall to disturb Chu Feng. This was a true consideration for Chu Feng’s interests.

It’s likely that Manager Qiu had already found out much about him, knowing that he intended to conceal his abilities.

With Manager Qiu’s status, had he directly entered the Medicine Guild’s Hall to look for Chu Feng, it would certainly have caused a sensation. Everyone’s attention would have been drawn to Chu Feng.

"Then I must impose upon Alchemist Chu to please come into the carriage for a talk!" Manager Qiu lifted the curtain, gesturing an invitation, while instructing his subordinates, "Don’t let anyone near the carriage!"

Chu Feng followed and entered the carriage.

Unexpectedly, the carriage was not only luxuriously decorated but also featured an octagonal table surrounded by long benches wrapped in bear skin.

The bench at the rear of the carriage was particularly wide, allowing one to lie down and sleep on it.

There were resting mats, thin blankets placed on top; if one was on a long journey, the person sitting in the carriage could completely lie down and rest.

Fresh fruits and snacks were arranged on the table, under which there was a beast stove with curling wisps of purple smoke rising. The faint fragrance of sandalwood permeated the whole carriage. The incense burning in the stove had the effect of calming the mind and nourishing the brain.

After a few breaths, Chu Feng felt his spirit platform become exceptionally clear and refreshed.

Rich people really know how to enjoy life.

This carriage is completely a mobile luxurious living room.

"Here, Alchemist Chu, please have some tea, enjoy some snacks; if there’s anything lacking in hospitality, please forgive me!" Manager Qiu warmly greeted Chu Feng.

After a cup of tea, Manager Qiu noticed that Chu Feng, sitting there, looked as steady as a mountain, unhurried and composed, like a fisherman sitting on a high platform.

He was secretly impressed, and his eyes showed intense surprise and admiration.

"Alchemist Chu, I’ll get straight to the point, without beating around the bush! At the auction today, several Golden Rune Protecting Body Elixirs were sold, and I presume the alchemist behind them was you, right?"

"I have come here specifically to invite you to join the Golden Talisman Sect Store in the Sword Cloud Royal City!"

Manager Qiu looked at Chu Feng with a burning gaze.

Seeing that Chu Feng had not yet responded, he became even more certain that Chu Feng possessed great talents. Otherwise, any ordinary Pill Master, upon hearing they could join the Golden Talisman Sect Store, would be overjoyed and agree immediately.

Yet, Chu Feng’s expression remained exceptionally indifferent.

This shows that they didn’t take the Golden Talisman Sect Store too seriously.

Golden Talisman Sect might be considered as a top-tier superpower in the Jianyun Dynasty, or even in this region of the land, capable of standing above the Imperial Authority.

But in the eyes of Chu Feng, once the Alchemy Venerate, it really wasn’t anything significant.

Moreover, this was just a branch store of the Golden Talisman Sect, equivalent to a subsect at most.

That made it even less noteworthy.

Manager Qiu clenched his teeth and said, "I know this invitation is a bit presumptuous! If it’s inconvenient for you, you can just become a Guest Alchemist in our Golden Talisman Sect Store."

To recruit Chu Feng, the super-genius of the Alchemy Dao, Manager Qiu spared no expense.

He lowered his status, humbling himself, sincerely inviting Chu Feng to join.

A Guest Alchemist is equivalent to being a guest, with freedom to come and go as they please, without any restrictions.

At the same time, they can enjoy many privileges of a permanent Pill Master at the Golden Talisman Sect Store.

Only for truly exceptional Golden Talisman Elixir Masters, those who were a must to recruit, would Manager Qiu offer the status of Guest Alchemist.

Otherwise, it would be impossible to do so.

"Your Sword King Mansion is at odds with the Jianyun Royal Family, and the situation is quite unfavorable. As long as you become a Guest Alchemist at our Golden Talisman Sect Store, you can use that status to save your life in critical moments."

Manager Qiu was very adept at reading people’s minds.

His words touched Chu Feng’s heart.

"Alright, I agree to this! But let me make it clear upfront, whether or not I make elixirs for the Golden Talisman Sect Store depends on my mood," Chu Feng accepted the offer while laying out his own conditions.

If it were another Alchemist, they would be scolded for their outrageous arrogance.

But Manager Qiu valued Chu Feng greatly and did not get angry at all; instead, he agreed to Chu Feng’s terms.

For Manager Qiu, as long as Chu Feng sold a few less Golden Talisman Elixirs to competitors, that would be more than enough.

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Chu Feng had a long confidential talk with Manager Qiu, receiving the Guest Alchemist Identity Token on the spot, and was promised a private Alchemy Room. With such top-tier treatment, Chu Feng was very satisfied.

His previous opinion of the Golden Talisman Sect Store also diminished significantly.

Now with the status of Guest Alchemist, in a couple of days when he visits the Golden Talisman Sect Store again, he’s sure that Manager Sun will be in a difficult position.

Having a private Alchemy Room in the Golden Talisman Sect Store would also make Chu Feng’s actions much more convenient.

After all, the Medicine Guild’s Hall is crowded with many people; it’s impossible to keep anything secret.

When Chu Feng returned to the Sword King Mansion, it was already very late.

Worried about his safety, his brother and sister-in-law were waiting for him in the hall.

"Senior brother, sister-in-law, I refined two batches of elixirs for my mentor today and received some rewards! I specially bought some nourishing items for you!" Chu Feng had only recently given Chu Jianlan ten thousand silver taels.

This time he didn’t give them money to avoid raising any suspicions.

Senior brother’s face showed a relieved smile, "Haha, my little brother can earn money too! Little brother, learn well under Alchemy Master Niu, even if you have no hope in the Sword Dao, you can still make a name for yourself if you achieve something in the Alchemy Dao."

Chu Jianlan couldn’t stop smiling, looking at Chu Feng with eyes full of admiration.

However, after seeing the nourishing items Chu Feng placed on the table, sister-in-law said with a pained expression, "Century-old ginseng, antler... These must cost several taels of silver at least! Don’t waste money like this anymore, save any silver you earn and let me and your brother keep it for you."

"You’re already over sixteen, we’ll find you a wife in a couple of years!"