In the blink of an eye, half a year passed.

Pill Furnace Peak was enveloped in a festive red hue.

Vermillion lanterns lined the spirit trees along the mountain path, and gilded "double happiness" characters hung beneath the eaves of the halls and buildings.

Cultivators passing by wore splendid attire, with the air filled with the fervent scents of spirit wine and elixir pills.

Today marks the day when the sixth true inheritor, Fang Lingxiao, and the legitimate daughter of the Lin Family of Nine Refinements, Lin Jiao, become Dao companions.

This marriage was orchestrated by the Dragon Void Daoist, with the intent to draw in the Lin Family's influence and solidify Pill Furnace Peak's status within the sect.

A purple rainbow darted in from the east, landing in front of the mountain gate of Pill Furnace Peak.

As the light dispersed, Chen Sheng appeared, dressed in a moon-white brocade robe with the Golden Order of the Alchemy Alliance Leader at his waist, and beside him was Wu Lingshuang, adorned in a deep blue gown, with patterns of entwined lotus flowers on the hem, exuding elegance.

As they landed, several Foundation Establishment cultivators from the Pill Hall approached to greet them with bows:

"Greetings, True Inheritor and Madam."

Chen Sheng nodded slightly, raising his hand to present a meticulously carved jade box:

"This is a wedding gift for Sixth Senior Brother, kindly announce our arrival."

Inside the jade box were two Tier Two Top Grade "Unity Pills."

These pills, refined using Twin Lotus and Mandarin Duck Grass among other spiritual materials, enhance the spiritual power resonance between Dao companions when consumed.

They are treasured items in the cultivation realm's weddings, and Chen Sheng had to exert considerable effort to procure the materials for refinement.

Before long, Fang Lingxiao and Lin Jiao walked over side by side.

Fang Lingxiao was clad in a bright red wedding robe, with a long sword at his waist, his face brimming with smiles.

Lin Jiao wore a bridal gown embroidered with phoenixes and a golden step shaker on her head, her eyebrows and eyes exuding a shy charm.

Standing together, they made a well-matched couple, a perfect pairing of talent and beauty.

It was evident that both parties of this political marriage were quite satisfied.

Fang Lingxiao stepped forward, clutching Chen Sheng's hand, speaking with fervor:

"Junior Brother, come in quickly, the Master and several senior brothers are waiting inside."

Chen Sheng smiled, clasping his hands, his gaze sweeping over the couple:

"Senior Brother, you're too polite, congratulations, congratulations!"

"You two are truly a match made in heaven."

Under the attendant's guidance, Chen Sheng and Wu Lingshuang were led into the inner hall.

The inner hall was elegantly decorated, with spirit fruits and spirit wine arranged on a purple sandalwood table, where several senior brothers and their Dao companions awaited.

Li Guishou wore a black robe with gold trim, exuding a calm aura.

Li Yuan attire was a simple green robe, with a gentle woman by his side, his Dao companion.

Li Changyang held a wine cup, laughing and chatting with the cultivator beside him.

Chen Sheng waved to Wu Lingshuang, who smiled sweetly and lifted her skirt to head towards the circle of ladies on the other side.

There sat the Dao companions of several senior brothers, who greeted her warmly with smiles, their eyes full of cordiality.

As the senior wife in Chen Sheng's household and manager of the Chen Clan's business, Wu Lingshuang had long established her influence among the noble ladies in the Immortal City, ensuring she was treated with respect.

"Greetings to all the senior brothers," Chen Sheng clasped his fists in salute, his demeanor humble yet dignified.

Li Guishou laughed heartily, standing up to welcome him, patting him on the shoulder:

"Junior Brother, you finally made it!"

"You've achieved great things in the Alchemy Alliance! Even in the Western Border, I've heard of it."

"With a single golden talisman, you took down the Luo and Xu families in a day, such boldness!"

Li Yuan nodded with a smile, his eyes filled with approval:

"Indeed, if it were me, I might not have such decisiveness."

"Your move not only cleared the threat of demon cultivators in Fenghua Immortal City but also intimidated those restless families, truly a dual accomplishment."

As the frontier reclamation neared its end, the two had returned from the Western Border to the sect.

In a few days, the cultivator army from the frontline expedition would also return, and the sect would hold a grand merit celebration.

Chen Sheng chuckled lightly:

"You two over-praise me, I was merely taking advantage of Master's support in Fenghua, backing me up."

"How could I compare to you senior brothers commanding an army, fighting in the Western Border, slaying great demons in grandeur?"

Li Changyang also smiled and chimed in:

"Second Senior Brother's title 'Wind and Fire Ascendant' is now renowned among the Three Sects!"

"To fight alone against seven Foundation Establishment Perfection great demons, three killed, four fled; such a record is rare in the sect for nearly a century."

Despite being flattered, Li Guishou maintained a facade of modesty:

"I merely benefited from many years of cultivation; when it comes to alchemy talent, I can't compare to you junior brothers."

Li Changyang shifted the conversation to a topic of interest to everyone:

"In this battle achievement ranking, Second Senior Brother holds the top spot and according to the rules, is entitled to a Tier Three Demon Pill."

Li Guishou felt a surge of joy but suppressed his excitement, saying:

"I defer entirely to the sect's arrangements and dare not have extravagant hopes."

The Tier Three Demon Pill was crucial for his charge towards a fake pill, greatly enhancing success chances.

Only Chen Sheng noticed a flash of disappointment on Li Yuan's face, as his Third Senior Brother's battle achievements ranked lower-mid, making it difficult to obtain a Core Formation Spiritual Object.

He promptly changed the subject with a smile:

"Third Senior Brother, how are the spirit vein resources in the Western Border? I've heard that the Tier Two Spiritual Veins over there are even denser than those around the sect?"

Li Yuan perked up at the mention, beginning to describe the distribution of spirit veins in the Western Border, his disappointment gradually dissipating.

They engaged in casual conversation, shifting topics from the Western Border battles to the current state of the Alchemy Alliance, and the atmosphere grew increasingly lively.

Soon, the wedding banquet entered its main event.

Fang Lingxiao and Lin Jiao, clad in ceremonial attire, slowly walked into the hall, performing three kneels and nine bows to Elder Lin Xian and Dragon Void Daoist seated at the upper positions.

Elder Lin Xian, a great power in terms of fake pill attainment within the Lin Family, and Dragon Void Daoist, Fang Lingxiao's master, personally officiated the couple's marriage.

Dragon Void Daoist's voice was gentle yet authoritative:

"Today the two of you become Dao companions; you must be of one heart and one virtue, advancing the Great Dao together."

"Through your cultivation journey ahead, support each other - don't let each other down, nor fail the sect's expectations."

Elder Lin Xian nodded as well, taking out two jade pendants to give to the newlyweds:

"These are the Lin Family's 'Dragon and Phoenix Treasure Pendants,' allowing you two to maintain spiritual power communication and mutual sensing in times of peril."

After the ceremony, Elder Lin Xian prepared to leave, glancing around the crowd and spotting Chen Sheng, immediately smiling:

"Chen Xiaoyou, if you find time, do visit our Lin Family; Yi'er has been thinking about you lately."

Lin Yi was Chen Sheng's descendant and a future Seed of Core Formation for the Lin Family. Elder Lin Xian held him in high regard, thus showing some additional closeness to Chen Sheng.

Chen Sheng promptly stood up, clasping his hands respectfully but without undue humility:

"Elder, you're too kind; once I'm finished with Alchemy Alliance matters, I will definitely visit."

To receive such treatment from a great power in fake pill attainment left surrounding cultivators in amazement, their gazes towards Chen Sheng imbued with increased awe and respect.

Elder Lin Xian nodded with satisfaction and transformed into a golden rainbow, disappearing into the horizon.

After the guests dispersed, Dragon Void Daoist left a few disciples behind to arrange the follow-up matters.

He first looked at Li Guishou:

"Second, when you return, refine your foundation well. After you get the Tier Three Demon Pill, do not rush to break through. You must first refine the evil qi within the demon pill and wait for the right moment to strike at the Fake Pill."

Li Guishou clasped his fists in response, his eyes full of excitement:

"Disciple understands!"

Dragon Void Daoist then looked at Li Yuan:

"In the coming years, I will be stationed at Fenghua Immortal City. You will manage the daily affairs of the Pill Hall."

"Disciple understands."

Li Yuan nodded. The Pill Hall is the core department of the sect, and being able to manage all its affairs means his position in the sect has taken another step forward.

Dragon Void Daoist turned to Li Changyang, his tone carrying an undeniable decisiveness:

"Your Second Senior Brother is focusing on breaking through to the Fake Pill and will likely have no time to attend to the Pill Hall in the future."

"Your Third Senior Brother cannot handle it alone. From next year, you will be the Vice Hall Master of the Pill Hall, assisting your Third Senior Brother."

Li Changyang was momentarily stunned and quickly bowed, "Disciple fears my strength is insufficient to command respect."

Currently, he is still at Mid-stage Foundation Establishment, though his alchemy skill has slightly improved, reaching the level of a Tier Two High Grade Alchemist.

Dragon Void Daoist waved his hand:

"No matter."

"The identity of a Tier Two High Grade Alchemist can barely support the position of Vice Hall Master."

"Moreover, the hall is filled with disciples under your Second and Third Senior Brothers, who will undoubtedly support you."

Li Guishou and Li Yuan both cupped their hands:

"We all support Fourth Senior Brother!"

Li Guishou was already aware of the master's plans.

Once he achieves the Fake Pill, he will take over the sect's Precepts Hall, becoming another leader in the sect and expanding the faction strength of Pill Furnace Peak.

Li Yuan, finding himself unable to hold a thread alone, also needed the assistance of junior brothers and naturally did not object.

Seeing this, Li Changyang no longer refused:

"Disciple obeys!"

Finally, Dragon Void Daoist looked at Fang Lingxiao and Chen Sheng:

"Sixth, next year, you will go to the Alchemy Alliance as Vice Alliance Leader, managing the affairs together with your Seventh Senior Brother."

"The Alchemy Alliance is an important source of revenue for the sect. You two must cooperate and do not let anything go wrong."

Fang Lingxiao was overjoyed and quickly nodded:

"Disciple understands!"

Although the position of Vice Alliance Leader of the Alchemy Alliance is not as prestigious as that of Vice Hall Master of the Pill Hall, it holds real power and allows him to partner with Chen Sheng, making it a perfect training opportunity for him.

Chen Sheng also cupped his hands in response:

"Disciple and Sixth Senior Brother will not disappoint Master's expectations and will manage the affairs of the Alchemy Alliance well."

Fang Lingxiao joining the Alchemy Alliance allows him to both share the workload and further consolidate his power within the alliance, which is nothing but beneficial to him.

Dragon Void Daoist waved his hand, eyes flashing with a trace of tiredness, yet also showing a bit of relief:

"Alright, all of you may leave now."

He had paved the way for his disciples; what followed would depend on their own fortunes.

...

A year passed in the blink of an eye.

The reward ceremony of the Qinghua Sect was held as scheduled.

At the ceremony, Li Guishou stood high on the stage, receiving a Tier Three Demon Pill handed over by the Master Sect Leader.

Ultimately, his wish was fulfilled!

The only regret was that the attributes of this demon pill did not quite match his.

This was also unavoidable — Li Guishou's wind-attribute Spiritual Root made demon pills with corresponding attributes very rare.

Li Guishou took it in stride, his eyes glowing with strong confidence:

"Even if the attributes don't match, after refinement, I have a 50-60% chance of achieving the Fake Pill!"

Chen Sheng stood below the stage, nodding gently as he looked at the triumphant appearance of Li Guishou.

Although he did not receive battle merits rewards at this ceremony, he was awarded a "Pill Furnace Order" by the sect for clearing up demon cultivators and stabilizing the Alchemy Alliance.

With this order, he could freely enter and exit most areas of the sect's Instructor Hall, access various sect inheritances, and greatly enhance his foundation.

After the ceremony ended.

Chen Sheng returned to Fenghua Immortal City with Wu Lingshuang.

The affairs of the Alchemy Alliance remained busy, but everything was in perfect order under his management.

One day, Fang Lingxiao came to Chen Sheng's cave with a swaddled baby girl, his face full of joy:

"Seventh, look at my daughter!"

Chen Sheng stepped forward, gently pinched the baby girl's rosy cheeks, and smiled:

"So cute, have you named her?"

"Let's call her Mochou, Mochou Mochou, a life without worries."

Fang Lingxiao laughed heartily, his eyes full of the joy of a new father.

Hearing this, Chen Sheng was momentarily stunned, reminded of his wife from his past life, Huang Wangyou.

Wangyou Wangyou...

Relentless longing!

...

Wu Lingshuang stood to one side, watching the baby girl with eyes full of envy.

Though she had given birth to a child for Chen Sheng, family arrangements left the child to cultivate in their family and sect.

Now, seeing Fang Lingxiao's family reunion, a trace of melancholy was unavoidable.

After Fang Lingxiao left, Wu Lingshuang walked to Chen Sheng's side, gazing at him with a resentful look: "Husband..."

Reading her mind, Chen Sheng gently pulled her into his arms and nodded softly:

"You want a child? We'll see your performance tonight."

Wu Lingshuang's eyes immediately lit up, and she tiptoed to whisper in his ear: "Husband must not go back on his word."

Chen Sheng nodded lightly.

The road to cultivation is long and lonely, having a child to brighten life might indeed be a good thing.

Moreover, his position is now stable, no longer needing to scramble for resources while only catering to the high-end market with seed sales.

Having a child with Wu Lingshuang could also fill certain voids of the past.

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