Chapter 2291 - 2288: Rewards

Chapter 2291: Chapter 2288: Rewards

"Great Elder." Shen Lin came forward to pay his respects, breaking the awkward atmosphere.

The Sword Control elder nodded, without responding, instead he remarked to Elder Yan, "Your Flame Sun Finger has improved significantly."

"I’m no match for your Heavenly Punishment Sword Technique, it’s quite awe-inspiring," Elder Yan purposely said, clearly still irked by what had transpired earlier.

The Medicine King Mansion painstakingly organized a treasure hunt, only for the Divine Clan to disrupt it. Three experts beyond the Innate stage appeared, and even the Great Elder was involved; Elder Yan would certainly be upset.

"Shennong Ding, whoever is capable shall possess it. If he cannot retain it, it simply means it’s not meant for him," the Sword Control elder said flatly, without the slightest hint of regret.

These words showed Lin Tian what it means to have thick skin; he sighs inwardly, knowing he can’t compare.

"Capable shall possess it?" Elder Yan laughed, countering, "When the Thunder Tribulation Array was activated, why didn’t you go for it? You only tried to seize it once Xiao Tian had retrieved it, what kind of reasoning is this?"

"Reason? Objective? My ’reason’ is the sword in my hand," the Sword Control elder remained unmoved, even boldly proclaiming, "Doesn’t the Medicine King Mansion also wish to reclaim the Shennong Ding? It’s just a difference in approach, no need to mock this old man."

Lin Tian raised his eyebrows slightly, while the Xiao sisters’ hearts were on edge; what did these words mean? If the two major Ancient Hidden Lineages were to vie for the Shennong Ding, could Lin Tian still keep it?

Elder Yan shook his head and said, "I’ve made it clear, whoever obtains the Shennong Ding, the opportunity belongs to them. Whether or not he wishes to become the master of the Medicine King Mansion is up to him, and I will not force him in the slightest."

Master of the Medicine King Mansion? Everyone exchanged puzzled glances, uncertain and doubtful. Could obtaining the Shennong Ding really allow one to become its master? Could such a good thing exist in the world?

"Best to leave it at that," the Sword Control elder said solemnly, then carried the injured middle-aged man and swiftly flew away.

"Shen Lin, let’s go." The masked elder glanced at Lin Tian, then departed quickly with Shen Lin and another companion.

Without the Shennong Ding, the Divine Clan members all left, remaining would only bring trouble to themselves.

Once the Divine Clan had left, the crowd finally began to regain their composure. Whether it was the Sword Flight or Lin Tian’s battle with the Divine Clan, it had profoundly shaken them, destined never to forget in their lifetime.

As they aged, reaching the likes of Ling Xuesong’s years, they might reminisce with their grandchildren and family disciples, speaking of those astounding past events, whose protagonist was a young man named Lin Tian.

"Xiao Tian, are you alright?" Elder Yan asked with concern.

Lin Tian tugged at his tattered clothing, magnanimous as he replied, "I’m fine, just my clothes are a bit ripped."

"Haha, after battling the three great experts of the Divine Clan, to still be so relaxed and carefree; indeed, you embody youthful vigor. It sometimes makes me wonder if you are from that family, otherwise, how could someone so young possess such strength?"

Elder Yan laughed heartily, his words holding deep admiration for Lin Tian.

Lin Tian was moved, but not because of the praise: "Is the family Elder Yan spoke of also part of the Ancient Hidden Stream?"

Elder Yan was taken aback by Lin Tian’s focus, then chuckled and shook his head, "Best not to mention it, that family has some peculiarities, and it’s been years since I last saw them. They last appeared, if I recall, decades ago."

Even Elder Yan hadn’t seen them? Could the Ancient Hidden Stream have an even more mysterious family? Lin Tian pondered to himself, but seeing Elder Yan’s reluctance, he refrained from asking further.

"Elder Yan, please speak on my behalf!" Situ Yufeng suddenly stepped forward, falling to his knees before Elder Yan, appearing utterly miserable and teary.

Elder Yan frowned slightly, asking, "I wonder what favor you seek?"

Situ Yufeng’s pitiful appearance drew sideways glances from others.

Yet Situ Yufeng was beyond caring, tossing aside his dignity, and continued to plead, "We endured many hardships, aiding each other, overcoming great difficulties to reach this place, only to end up with nothing, even being disfigured. I beg Elder Yan for compassion, to treat me."

Aiding each other? Others nearly retched; that he could spout such words, when he was the first to propose abandoning Huang Xiaopang and was the one who complained most, yet now he had the gall to say such things.

"A truly shameless man is invincible in the world," Ling Shuiyao muttered quietly.

Elder Yan appeared well aware of these matters, so he didn’t look at Situ Yufeng. Instead, he surveyed the crowd, gazing at the young faces, most of them disheveled, with slight compassion.

"This treasure hunt was indeed perilous, and there is only one Shennong Ding, which cannot be divided..." Elder Yan pondered for a moment, then continued, "I won’t let you go home empty-handed. How about this, I’ll give you some rewards as compensation."

Upon hearing this, everyone felt a tinge of regret at first, but the following announcement filled them with joy. A reward promised by an Ancient Hidden Stream elder was surely substantial, even Miss and a few others were filled with anticipation.

With that, Elder Yan walked toward the cracked mountain, surveyed it briefly, then with a gesture of his hands, the tumbling stones scattered, causing several Snow Lotus flowers to gently rise.

He gestured again, and the Snow Lotus flowers flew into his hand. Lin Tian watched this operation with envy, it was apparent that Elder Yan not only mastered Sword Control but had reached the realm of Controlling Objects.

Only through extremely refined control of energy could one control objects and swords. If the realm were higher, could one control all things? By then, it would surpass Ancient Martial, entering the domain of Divine Skills, wouldn’t it?

Elder Yan returned and said, "These Snow Lotus flowers fell during the commotion but most have matured. I will use them as main ingredients to concoct elixir for you."

"Elixir!" The mention of the word excited everyone instantly. What was the most renowned aspect of the Medicine King Mansion? Of course, it was alchemy, and acquiring an elixir from the Medicine King Mansion was extremely difficult; yet now, Elder Yan would personally craft them.

This treatment, even the veteran ancestors in the families may not have experienced, the participants thought excitedly.

Lin Tian was also quite excited, but not for the elixir, rather Elder Yan’s alchemy process. Elder Yan’s pharmacist level was unquestionably far above Lin Tian’s, perhaps even an advanced pharmacist?

Observing an advanced pharmacist perform alchemy was a rare opportunity.

"Thank you, Elder Yan, for speaking on my behalf..." Situ Yufeng’s discordant voice sounded, earning him a wave of eye rolls from those around.

Elder Yan had evidently planned the rewards for everyone long ago; even if Situ Yufeng hadn’t spoken, Elder Yan would have still provided. Situ Yufeng’s manner, however, was disgraceful in his appeal.

Elder Yan disregarded him, instead addressing Lin Tian with a slight smile, "Xiao Tian, watch closely."

This sentence held an unspoken truth; Elder Yan intended a live demonstration, a privilege that exceeded the elixir reward by several degrees. Since even if the Divine Clan came to him for study, Elder Yan might not teach them.

Anything from the Medicine King Mansion is undoubtedly a masterpiece, and the Mansion possesses the purest, most ancient alchemy techniques.