"Tsk tsk, the Demon Race..."

Gu Yuan didn't keep staring at the other, marveling in his heart.

Strictly speaking, the six under his command were also of the Demon Race.

However, not all demons are the same.

Those with features like a wolf's head, fox ears, or possessing traits like a bull's head or tiger claws are called demons.

Some understand techniques of breathing the essence of heaven and earth, the Sun and Moon Spiritual Qi, or have some innate ability to inhale spiritual energy. Occasionally, they consume Spirit Medicine, and over time, naturally develop Demon Qi, with their Spiritual Wisdom rising.

But these demons often have ordinary bloodlines and follow the path of a demon cultivator.

They usually transform into human form and then cultivate their innate divine techniques, evolving step by step.

The ultimate goal is to become a Demon Immortal.

Humans are the superior of all spirits, the prototype of the Innate Dao Body. Only by transforming into a human will cultivation become more convenient and rapid.

As for Spirit Beasts like Qing, Awu, and Huang, they possess extraordinary bloodlines with inherent legacies. They just need to follow the path laid out for them to become Ancient Exotic Insects, Great Demons, or the true form of Divine Beasts!

The path of the former is somewhat similar to cultivation along the Immortal Dao, cultivating innate divine techniques, while the latter is the law of the jungle inherent in the ancient demon path.

Of course, there are 3,000 avenues to the Dao, each one capable of proving the Dao, so there's no high or low between these two paths, only suitability.

Gu Yuan glanced back, only to see a light beam projected down from the floating dragon boat outside the city, vaguely revealing shadows of some people.

This was clearly Niu Youde, Xia Xiuxue, and others.

Gu Yuan didn't pay it any mind.

He casually wandered around the Jade Bright Immortal Pavilion for a while before heading straight for a luxuriously decorated tower.

Spanning several acres and standing nineteen stories high, it was surrounded by various halls and pavilions, with certain places faintly glowing with Restriction Spiritual Light, clearly equipped with some array restrictions.

Above the entrance to the tower, there was a plaque with the words "Jade Cauldron Tower" written on it.

Indeed, within the Qiongming Market, there was also this Jade Cauldron Tower.

It also belonged to Medicine King Mountain's enterprises.

It is said that Medicine King Mountain is famous for its alchemy technique and Spirit Medicine cultivation, and the Jade Cauldron Towers scattered throughout are actually responsible for collecting Spirit Medicine for Medicine King Mountain.

The Jade Cauldron Tower in front of him was no exception.

Moreover, it was obviously much larger than the branch in Beiliang County!

There was business involving the procurement of Spirit Medicine, and counters selling various Spirit Pills.

Additionally, they also took orders for custom elixir creations.

According to He Ling True Master, stationed here was an Alchemy Master and several Alchemy Masters, considered one of the representatives of Medicine King Mountain.

Gu Yuan came here intending to stay for a while at this Jade Cauldron Tower and, incidentally, learn some alchemy techniques.

Upon entering, Gu Yuan smelled a faint medicinal fragrance that invigorated his spirit, seemingly quickening his True Qi ever so slightly.

The decorations inside the hall were quite simple yet refined, greatly surprising those who recognized their true value.

Because every pot, plant, screen, and other decorative object was simple yet fine.

The ornamental plants were not only varied in types but also elegantly arranged, beautiful, and all were Spirit Medicines.

Even the bright lamps, flower pots, screens, and incense burners glowed with Spiritual Light, clearly magical artifacts!

Although their grade was not exceptionally high, their abundance made up for it. Moreover, who would use precious magical artifacts merely as decoration?

The Jade Cauldron Tower before him was subtly luxurious, emanating an invisible presence that left guests with an impression of being "wealthy and powerful".

At this moment, a young attendant came forward, looking neat and enthusiastic, making it hard for anyone to dislike him:

"Respectable guest, may I ask what you need?"

Though merely an attendant, his cultivation was actually at the level of an Innate Martial Master, which would make him a notable figure outside.

Of course, here, he's merely an attendant, likely just a servant disciple.

"I'm one of us."

Gu Yuan took out and waved his identity jade token. The attendant was startled, hurriedly bowing in salute: "Greetings, Senior Brother!"

Though they were both disciples, Gu Yuan, as an inner sect disciple, was considered a bona fide member.

As for him being a servant disciple, it's basically just labor, mere beasts of burden, with at most a slim chance of advancement.

Such a figure naturally made the attendant a bit flustered, fearing he'd offend him.

"No need for courtesy."

Gu Yuan waved his hand, directly stating, "I'm Gu Yuan, here to see Master Sima Yan. Is he here now?"

"Gu Yuan?!"

The attendant's eyes widened in surprise, becoming somewhat flustered, and hurriedly explained, "No, Senior Brother Gu, I misspoke, please forgive me..."

"It's no problem, no problem."

Gu Yuan naturally didn't mind such a small matter, though he was somewhat surprised at how widespread his reputation was.

The attendant then tentatively said, "Master Sima is currently alchemy inside the building. If Senior Brother Gu doesn't mind, should I relay a message for you?"

"Very well, then I trouble you, Junior Brother."

The servant was flattered, waving his hands, "No... no trouble, no trouble!"

He then quickly ran off, soon returning with a young man.

The newcomer was handsome, standing tall with a faint aura of precious light, smiling as he nodded at Gu Yuan:

"You must be Junior Brother Gu? I'm Feng Shaojie. My master is alchemy now and cannot be disturbed, so he specifically asked me to escort you."

Feng Shaojie smiled warmly, speaking courteously, though there was a hint of appraisement in his eyes.

Obviously, he had heard of Gu Yuan's reputation.

Gu Yuan, accustomed to such looks, nodded without surprise: "Then I trouble Senior Brother Feng."

"This way, Junior Brother."

Feng nodded, leading the way ahead.

In no time, the two reached a secret room.

Creaaak—

The door opened automatically, and a voice came from inside: "Come in."

"Yes."

Both entered in succession. Gu Yuan saw an old Daoist sitting cross-legged, a pill furnace placed before him.

The pill furnace was crimson, about three feet high, with patterns of Fire Crows looking lifelike, seeming ready to jump out at any moment.

The old Daoist wore an old Taoist robe, his beard and hair slightly disheveled, unkempt, his skin a bronze hue. Presently, he was forming hand seals with both hands, controlling a cluster of True Flame, emitting a weak but constant heat, licking a Spirit Pill.

This Spirit Pill was about the size of a longan, in gold and red, with a yin-yang fish pattern, faintly exuding a gentle Spiritual Pressure accompanied by faint dragon roars and tiger growls.

"Disciple Gu Yuan, greets Uncle Master Situ!"

Gu Yuan bowed deeply.

The person in front of him was a Golden Core Great Cultivator, older in qualification than He Ling True Master. Though not an elder, his status was no less, possibly even a notch higher.

In terms of cultivation, he's not the highest, but in terms of status, in the entire Medicine King Mountain, less than five people surpassed him.

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