Chen Zheng nodded slightly.

Wu continued, "However, you may not know that the nation has paid a tremendous price to retrieve the long-lost Spirit Jade Elixir recipe. Now, we have reverse-engineered some of its ingredients, creating a version that can increase cultivation speed by up to five times!"

Chen Zheng exclaimed, "Huaxia is indeed a place of hidden masters!"

Indeed, reverse-engineering the secrets of a potion was like exploring a vast ocean of stars, filled with endless challenges. The Spirit Jade Elixir, a mysterious liquid, was obviously extraordinary. Dragon's Dive Pavilion had made it public, perhaps because the nation had already developed more advanced alternatives. Offering this magical gift to the country's cultivators was undoubtedly a beneficial act.

Wu nodded in agreement and went on, "The Wang Family once obtained a part of the Spirit Jade Elixir recipe and has now handed it over to Dragon's Dive Pavilion. In the future, the elixir might enhance cultivation speed even further, making it easier to reach five times the normal rate."

A light shimmered in Wu's eyes.

Chen Zheng asked in confusion, "Wu, why are you telling me all this?" He already had some suspicions but didn't voice them.

Looking at him, Wu finally revealed his purpose. "Grandmaster Rongtian, if you are willing to train the next generation, the nation hopes you will join Dragon's Dive Pavilion."

As expected.

"Respected Great Grandmaster, if you are willing to grace Dragon's Dive Pavilion with your presence, we will offer you five portions of the Spirit Jade Elixir, delivered unfailingly every month," Wu continued respectfully. "If one consumes this spirit elixir regularly, even someone with mediocre talent can effortlessly reach the pinnacle of the Qi Condensation Realm.

"Of course, besides the Spirit Jade Elixir, Dragon's Dive Pavilion has many other benefits awaiting your membership. However, I cannot disclose these until you have made your decision."

Having said this, Wu watched Chen Zheng intently, anticipating his answer. In Wu's mind, Chen Zheng had no reason to refuse such an attractive offer. After all, the terms offered by Dragon's Dive Pavilion were quite generous. Within the Pavilion, one had to exchange contributions to acquire the Spirit Jade Elixir. Without enough contributions, the elixir was unobtainable.

Chen Zheng's suspicions were confirmed. Hearing Wu's words, however, he felt a wave of astonishment and found the situation secretly amusing. Despite Wu's tempting offer, Chen Zheng currently held the complete Spirit Jade Elixir recipe, making the conditions from Dragon's Dive Pavilion seem rather pale in comparison.

[Ding! Congratulations, Host! You have successfully triggered a choice mission.]

[Option One: Agree to join Dragon's Dive Pavilion and receive the following reward: Dragon's Dive Pavilion Favorability +20.]

[Option Two: Refuse and demonstrate the heaven-defying power of the Spirit Jade Elixir. Reward: Upgraded Spirit Jade Elixir (The upgraded elixir can be consumed by Grandmasters, and cultivators below the Grandmaster stage can increase their cultivation speed by at least 10 times, up to a maximum of 15 times).]

Upon hearing this, Chen Zheng's eyes lit up, and he decisively chose the second option. An elixir that could enhance the cultivation speed of Grandmasters was an absolute treasure.

Chen Zheng slowly began to speak. "I am sorry, Wu. The conditions you have proposed might be an irresistible temptation to others, but they are insignificant in my eyes. I cherish my freedom and do not wish to be bound by anything. Thus, I must respectfully decline Dragon's Dive Pavilion's invitation."

Wu was stunned, looking at Chen Zheng in disbelief. "Grandmaster Rongtian! We can still renegotiate the terms. If you get the five doses of the newest Spirit Jade Elixir and combine them with your own miraculous methods, you could cultivate countless experts!"

"Furthermore, let me be frank: the nation has already made its stance clear. As long as you are willing to join Dragon's Dive Pavilion, you can assume the position of Chief Instructor!"

"As the Chief Instructor of Dragon's Dive Pavilion, your authority would be unparalleled. Within the Pavilion, all Grandmasters would follow your commands!"

Chen Zheng was utterly stunned. The power being offered was simply immense. Dragon's Dive Pavilion was the nation's most formidable martial force, its status far beyond the reach of ordinary people. It bore the heavy responsibility of defending national security and combating hostile forces. This world was not one where only Huaxia possessed supernatural abilities. Rival forces coveted the nation's secrets with hungry eyes.

Wei Zixuan was also shocked speechless.

Chen Zheng shook his head slightly and said to Wu, "I am deeply honored, but I'm afraid I cannot accept the nation's kindness. I have no interest in Dragon's Dive Pavilion. As for the Spirit Jade Elixir you mentioned..."

Before he could finish, he waved his arm, and a bottle of jade-white Spirit Jade Elixir quietly appeared on the table. Wu was astounded by Chen Zheng's magical display, but he was even more shocked by the elixir itself.

"As you can see, this is the Spirit Jade Elixir," Chen Zheng said coolly. "However, it is not the kind you are familiar with. This is the complete Spirit Jade Elixir."

"Complete?" Wu's eyes widened.

"Exactly." Chen Zheng nodded. "The complete Spirit Jade Elixir has proven its astonishing effects in our experiments—it increases speed by at least five times. The limit should be ten times!"

"Ten times?" A storm of shock surged through Wu's heart. With talent as bright as a radiant pearl, one could grow from a sprout in the Qi Condensation Realm into a towering tree in just a few short years. When the opportunity arose, breaking through to the Grandmaster Stage would be effortless.

The turmoil in Wu's heart gradually settled, but his thoughts still churned like a raging sea. He proposed, "Although you are unwilling to join Hidden Dragon Pavilion, the Spirit Jade Elixir is vital to the nation's fate. Would you be willing to work with the country and share this precious knowledge?"

Respect and anticipation shone through Wu's words. Chen Zheng's cultivation was so profound that the nation regarded him with awe. Therefore, they could only choose to cooperate with him rather than try to seize the Spirit Jade Elixir by force.

Chen Zheng did not respond immediately. He was well aware of the benefits of cooperating with the nation, especially regarding the security of the Spirit Jade Elixir recipe. However, he had already entrusted the Guo Family with selling the elixir and promised to instruct them to give Dragon's Dive Pavilion the best possible discount. At the same time, he expected Dragon's Dive Pavilion to protect the Guo Family and the recipe.

Upon hearing this, Wu stood up excitedly and assured Chen Zheng that they would protect the Guo Family's safety.

"Great Grandmaster, Wu will take his leave for now," he said, then vanished like a gust of wind.

Chen Zheng smiled faintly, saying no more.

[Ding! You have completed the mission and received the following reward: Upgraded Spirit Jade Elixir (The upgraded elixir can be consumed by Grandmasters, and cultivators below the Grandmaster stage can increase their cultivation speed by at least 10 times, up to a maximum of 15 times).]

Delighted, Chen Zheng took out the upgraded Spirit Jade Elixir formula and observed it closely. Compared to the ordinary version, this one included dozens of rare medicinal herbs, making its value incalculable.

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