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Lu Xiuyuan saw that the time had come and casually said, "The smoke is caused by incomplete combustion. How about adding a chimney?"

After Lu Xiuyuan made his suggestion, people's reactions varied, forming a multi-faceted emotional intersection. Some were shocked by his courage, some were puzzled by his suggestion and frowned, while others began to seriously consider the feasibility of this suggestion.

At this time, one of them covered his mouth with one hand, his eyes narrowed into a slit, and he couldn't help laughing, as if he was so amused by Lu Xiuyuan's suggestion that he wanted to cry but couldn't. The young Taoist looked at Lu Xiuyuan with an angry expression, as if Lu Xiuyuan had caused him a huge mess, which made him feel embarrassed to talk about. He thought that Lu Xiuyuan's suggestion was neither appropriate nor reasonable, and might even damage the image of the Juling Sect.

The white-haired old man was silent and did not make any comments, but he was carefully observing the reactions of the crowd. The whole scene was shrouded in silence, and the emotions of the crowd were intertwined in different expressions and actions. Lu Xiuyuan hoped that this suggestion could be adopted and become an opportunity to leave safely after delivering the goods, so that his own safety could be guaranteed. When a job is about to go wrong, making things bigger, muddying the waters, and dragging people into the water becomes the only option.

Lu Xiuyuan felt the gazes of the people around him, and a little nervousness emerged in his heart. He knew that his suggestion might seem a little whimsical and not in line with the tradition of the Juling Sect, but he firmly believed that his point of view was reasonable.

In this strange and mysterious environment, he hoped that this suggestion would resonate with everyone and let everyone recognize his unique insights. Lu Xiuyuan knew that even in the mysterious art of alchemy, the temperature and power of the fire were crucial to success. Although adding a chimney to the alchemy furnace seemed out of place, it was already the most practical and convenient solution.

He hoped to gain recognition for his position in the Juling Sect through this suggestion. However, his nervousness made him feel a little uneasy, and he was worried whether his words could be understood and accepted.

The young Taoist priest was furious, as if Lu Xiuyuan's suggestion was a blasphemy against the Juling Sect, which made him feel embarrassed. Lu Xiuyuan knew his dissatisfaction very well, but he did not intend to explain it at this moment, because he knew that time would prove everything. The white-haired old man kept a calm expression and did not reveal too much emotion.

His eyes wandered among the crowd, as if he was thinking about a deeper problem. Lu Xiuyuan felt the contemplation in the old man's eyes, and he felt an expectation in his heart, hoping that his suggestion would be recognized by the old man. The whole scene was immersed in a tense and expectant atmosphere, and the future development was full of unknowns.

The young Taoist priest looked furious and asked Lu Xiuyuan loudly: "Who are you to dare to talk nonsense about alchemy! If your suggestion really works, then what's the use of us monks?" His words were full of dissatisfaction and anger, as if Lu Xiuyuan's suggestion touched the sacred and inviolable area in his heart.

It's like he loves a fairy to the point of madness and willingness to sacrifice his life for her. Then you tell him that the fairy you love's favorite foods are leeks with garlic and lamb kidneys with lamb shanks. You'll see if he goes crazy or not, and that's it.

When Lu Xiuyuan faced the fierce reaction of the young Taoist priest, he felt a wave of pressure, but he was not afraid. Regarding the Taoist priest's accusation, he knew that he was an outsider, but he firmly believed that his point of view was tenable. Although he was a little nervous, Lu Xiuyuan remained calm and was not intimidated by the other party's aggressiveness.

The white-haired old man sat on the chair, frowning slightly. There was a faint light in his eyes, like a deep pond, as if he was examining the whole scene. His white hair fluttered gently in the breeze, like flying catkins. His silence and deep thought made the people present feel a mysterious tranquility.

Lu Xiuyuan felt the white-haired old man's gaze, and his heart tightened slightly. The white-haired old man's eyes seemed to be able to see through everything, making Lu Xiuyuan feel that his heart was transparent.

He decided to firmly defend his point of view, because this might be an opportunity to change his fate. The young Taoist priest exerted his strength and stretched out a pair of invisible big hands towards Lu Xiuyuan, as if he wanted to take Lu Xiuyuan away in an instant. Although Lu Xiuyuan felt the pressure, he did not show weakness, his eyebrows slightly raised, his eyes firm.

Just when the young Taoist priest was about to take action, the white-haired old man raised his hands. The invisible hands seemed to break in the hands of the white-haired old man, losing their power. The old man's movements were calm and firm, as if his palms were a magic weapon to suppress all disputes.

The old man's voice rang out slowly: "Wait a minute. What Lu Xiuyuan said may be a little unique, but we are not the kind of people who act rashly. Let's listen to his detailed explanation and see if this suggestion is really feasible." His words were full of authority and deep thought, like a steady boulder, calmly suppressing the turmoil on the scene. His decision made everyone present temporarily quiet down, waiting for Lu Xiuyuan's detailed explanation.

Lu Xiuyuan took a deep breath, and after feeling the tacit approval from the white-haired old man, he stepped forward and bowed to express his gratitude. Then, he straightened his body, raised his voice, and began to explain to everyone: "The most important thing in alchemy is the firepower and the temperature. The problem of too much smoke is mainly caused by factors such as incomplete combustion, too low fresh air content, and poor ventilation. Or to put it more simply, the success of alchemy is directly related to the circulation of spiritual energy. If the spiritual energy does not circulate smoothly, it will accumulate inside the furnace, forming smoke, which will lead to the failure of alchemy."

His voice was firm and clear, trying to make everyone understand. Although his explanation involved some principles of alchemy, he tried to express it in easy-to-understand language, after all, those present were not alchemy professionals.

Lu Xiuyuan wanted to dispel everyone's doubts about him and make them accept his views. After hearing this explanation, some people relaxed a little, as if they understood the truth; others were still confused and unsure whether this theory was feasible. The whole room was filled with a tense and quiet atmosphere, and everyone's eyes were intertwined, waiting for the next step.

Lu Xiuyuan's heart began beating faster as well, hoping that his explanation would convince everyone.

The white-haired old man narrowed his eyes, smiled and nodded: "Well, you are right. The flow of spiritual energy and the control of flames are indeed similar. Perhaps adding a chimney can improve our control of flames and thus optimize the effect of alchemy." Lu Xiuyuan felt the support of the white-haired old man and was delighted. He continued to explain: "The function of the chimney, in addition to improving flame control, can also guide the smoke in the furnace to the outside and slow down the accumulation of smoke. This will not only help keep the indoor air fresh, but also avoid one of the reasons for the failure of alchemy, that is, the accumulation of spiritual energy caused by poor ventilation."

The white-haired old man looked at Lu Xiuyuan deeply, and seemed to be quite interested in his explanation. The others present also showed thoughtful expressions, obviously attracted by Lu Xiuyuan's theory.

Everyone began to think seriously about this seemingly simple suggestion, and perhaps there was room for improvement. Lu Xiuyuan was secretly glad that his explanation seemed to be recognized. He knew very well that in such an environment, not only did he need to have the right opinions, but he also needed to express them skillfully and convince people. However, judging from the expressions of the people, what he said was already very good, and everyone was convinced, of course, except for the young Taoist who brought him in.