After being demoted, my 300,000-strong army trampled the imperial city!

With the duel between Peach Blossom Palace and Purple Dew Academy drawing ever closer, many forces are secretly watching, creating an atmosphere of impending doom.

Chen Futu observed that, apart from Peach Blossom Palace frequently mobilizing its forces, the entire Northern Region seemed to be in motion, with some unheard-of forces arriving in Giant Wood City under the guise of observing the battle.

"Brother Qin, the Third Elder is looking for you."

A disciple from Zilu Academy suddenly came to visit. This person was named Wang Fugui. He always carried a fan and followed Ling Xue around in a very flamboyant manner, calling her "Sister Xue'er" at every turn. Because of Ling Xue, he took extra care of Chen Futu, who rarely went out but was highly respected by Ling Xue, and often brought wine and meat to her door in a familiar manner.

As Ling Xue's master, Chen Futu will not interfere too much with her feelings. As long as she likes something, her master will not stop her.

"What does the Third Elder want with me?"

Chen Futu had been at the academy for so long, but he had only met the Third Elder once. He knew that the Elder was a great sage who spoke with a kind and benevolent face, and that all the disciples of the academy respected him.

"How would I know? Probably because of alchemy."

Wang Fugui scratched his head. He knew that Chen Futu often went there to exchange for medicinal herbs, and the Third Elder happened to be someone who liked to refine medicine, so it was reasonable for him to recruit new disciples to go there.

The two arrived at the Third Elder's residence and were immediately greeted by a strong medicinal smell as soon as they entered the courtyard.

The Third Elder also has the surname Wang and is named Wang Qianshan. Could it be that Wang Fugui is his grandson or great-grandson?

"Hehe, Brother Qin has a good eye. The old man is indeed an elder in my family. You stay and chat with him for a while. I'm going to find Xue'er."

After saying that, Wang Fugui took off running and disappeared without a trace.

Chen Futu was both amused and exasperated. Ling Xue was single-mindedly focused on revenge, so how could she possibly pay attention to romantic relationships? Wang Fugui was probably in for a lot of trouble.

"Kid, you've arrived."

Wang Qianshan greeted him cheerfully. He looked to be only in his fifties or sixties, but his actual age was probably over a hundred.

Chen Futu asked, "What business does the Third Elder have with me?"

"You're quite mysterious, kid. You've been at the academy for so long, but I've hardly ever seen you go out. I heard from Fugui that your alchemy skills are extremely impressive. I've been researching a pill formula recently. How about it, are you interested?"

Wang Qianshan waved happily. Chen Futu was quite surprised to see the medicinal herbs he displayed. They were all sacred herbs. What kind of pill was he going to refine that required such high-quality medicinal herbs?

“You gave Fugui a Rejuvenation Pill before. I have studied it carefully and found it to be quite effective. I have made some modifications to it, which may increase its lifespan-enhancing effect.”

"really?"

Chen Futu had previously made an agreement with the Piaoyu Sect to give them a pill that would increase their lifespan.

The main function of the Rejuvenation Pill is to rejuvenate one's appearance; it doesn't actually increase lifespan by much. I only had one left, originally intended for Zhang Sanfeng, but now that Zhang Sanfeng's cultivation has broken through several levels, he doesn't need it for the time being. Previously, Wang Fugui came over and, through persistent pleading and using some rare materials, exchanged the Rejuvenation Pill for it, but unexpectedly, he gave it to Wang Qianshan.

Wang Qianshan teased, "It was I who asked that kid to exchange it with you. If it weren't for you making pills for Qin Hao and Ling Xue, I wouldn't have known that there was such a genius among the new disciples. Generally speaking, what alchemists care about most is longevity. I was certain that an alchemist of your caliber must have come into contact with longevity-related pills. Sure enough, I guessed right."

It turned out he was just guessing. Chen Futu said, "How could the Rejuvenating Pill possibly be exposed?"

"The longevity pills on the market these days are not only expensive to make, but also have limited effects and can only be used a limited number of times. They are not as effective as your rejuvenation pills in increasing lifespan. Kid, I borrowed your pills this time, so why don't you refine them yourself? If you can make one with better effects, we'll make a fortune."

"Hehe, so he's a miser."

Chen Futu snorted, but Wang Qianshan wasn't angry. Instead, he was beaming. "Otherwise, why do you think I named my great-grandson Fugui?"

"Great, now that we have the new Longevity Pill, I'd like to see how effective it is."

Chen Futu had no reason to refuse. The Ice Soul Cold Branch required for the Rejuvenation Pill was too difficult to obtain. If a new Longevity Pill could replace it, some elderly people in Baiyujing could use it, since it could generate enormous economic value.

For the next period of time, Chen Futu spent his time with Wang Qianshan, studying elixirs morning and night.

For a full month, the two of them worked together to prepare the medicinal properties and rearrange the proportions of the herbs. Perhaps because they spent so much time together, and because Chen Futu's talent was so amazing, their relationship grew better and better. Chen Futu called Wang Qianshan "Old Deng," while Wang Qianshan called Chen Futu "Little Rascal."

As the saying goes, perseverance pays off, and the two finally refined a milky-white pill, which became the new Longevity Pill.

According to Chen Futu and Wang Qianshan's analysis, this medicine can increase lifespan by at least 60 years, and its effect is much better than the exorbitantly priced Longevity Pill and Rejuvenation Pill on the market. Moreover, it is formulated based on the Rejuvenation Pill and has a certain effect on restoring appearance, although it is not as obvious as the Rejuvenation Pill.

"Good stuff!"

Wang Qianshan was overjoyed as he held the medicine.

The new Longevity Pill is cheaper to produce than the other two types of pills and can be mass-produced. In other words, the longevity pill market will be dominated by the father and son.

Soon, the high-ranking officials in the compound arrived upon hearing the news, their eyes practically green with envy.

Chen Futu thus witnessed the profound strength of Zilu Academy. Including Wang Qianshan, there were two Great Saints, three Saint Kings, and an Ancient Saint Ancestor in seclusion. This lineup was similar to that of Piaoyu Mountain, but Peach Blossom Palace had two Ancient Saint Ancestors.

Another great saint of Zilu Academy was an old woman named Cai Die.

Cai Die was a great beauty in her youth, but she wasted too much time at the Great Sage realm and could not advance further. This was a limitation of her talent.

Chen Futu gave the new Longevity Pill to Caidie, who was overjoyed. She took it on the spot to verify its effects, and her gray hair gradually turned black, and the wrinkles on her face began to fade. In the end, she returned to the appearance of a beautiful woman in her forties.

"Alright, alright, little one, I'll consider this a favor I owe you."

In her excitement, Cai Die punched Wang Qianshan, her little fist pounding his chest so hard he almost couldn't catch his breath.

The other three elderly holy kings also looked on with envy.

Their aptitude is limited, and they've been stuck at the Saint King level for too long. If they don't break through to the Great Saint level soon, they won't have much of a chance to live.

Wang Qianshan laughed and said, "Getting the pill is easy. This kid needs a new Longevity Pill. You each collect the medicinal materials and then collect one for him as well. Consider it a reward."

"no problem!"

The new Longevity Pill was inexpensive to produce, and the three Holy Kings didn't delay; they took the list of medicinal materials and disappeared.

Chen Futu wanted the Longevity Pill because of the ancient sage from Piaoyu Mountain. Only if that sage dared to interfere in the peak competition could their friendship be truly established.

After everyone had left, Wang Qianshan said seriously, "Kid, the new Longevity Pill is of great importance, so I won't let you get involved. Is that alright?"

"no problem."

Old Deng meant well. This kind of thing is beyond the grasp of ordinary people, but the Purple Dew Academy has a strong foundation and an ancient saint in charge. Unless a powerful emperor-level expert shamelessly jumps out to snatch it, ordinary people cannot take away the pill formula.