The moment Wang Ruoxie spoke, the others in the hall couldn't help but be momentarily stunned.

Alchemy, he knows it too?

"Ridiculous, any cat or dog dares to say they know alchemy."

After a brief silence, Liu He sneered and mocked.

It's important to know that to become a Pill Master, one needs not only exceptional alchemy talent but also a physique suitable for the Fire Attribute, along with a Soul Power far beyond that of ordinary people.

Most importantly, one must have the guidance of a master.

Otherwise, without the proper Alchemy Technique and, most crucially, the Pill Formula, it's impossible to successfully create a Pill.

If concoction is done recklessly, it's very likely to end in ruin and death.

After all, even a true Pill Master may fail, leading to a cauldron explosion crisis, let alone someone who knows nothing about alchemy.

As such, almost everyone present looked at Wang Ruoxie with skepticism, appearing not to believe his words.

Even Su Qiuling and Su Qingxue found it hard to believe.

The identity of a Pill Master is esteemed above ordinary Martial Cultivators because of their sheer rarity, especially High Tier Pill Masters, who are as rare as phoenix feathers.

For instance, Master Du Xiu, a Fifth Grade Alchemy Master, is the only one in the entire Nanyang County.

"You're right; not every cat or dog can practice alchemy."

Wang Ruoxie, however, smiled indifferently and said to Liu He, "But I'm curious, since you're the esteemed disciple of Master Du Xiu, are you a true Pill Master, or just a cat or dog you mentioned?"

"Ridiculous, I've been following my master's alchemy teachings for only three years, and I can already make Fourth Grade Pills, becoming a Fourth Grade Alchemy Master. With my alchemy talent, I might only need another five years to possibly reach the level of a Fifth Grade Alchemy Master."

Hearing this, Liu He sneered, then spoke proudly.

Upon hearing Liu He's words, Su Zetao, Su Qiuling, and Su Qingxue all looked at him in shock.

Though Fourth Grade Pills have minimal effect on them in the Meridian Passage Realm, the identity of a Fourth Grade Alchemy Master still left them deeply impressed.

Such a young Fourth Grade Alchemy Master is bound to have a bright future in Alchemy Dao.

"Qiuling, young talents like Liu He are hard to find in all of Nanyang County. Marrying him wouldn't be an injustice to you."

Su Zetao said to Su Qiuling.

Su Qiuling heard this but stayed silent, neither refusing outright nor nodding in agreement.

However, the trace of bitterness in her beautiful eyes clearly showed her reluctance to marry Liu He, but for the sake of the Su Family and its members, she had to consider this marriage.

"Qiuling, rest assured, once you marry me, I'll treat you well, and the Liu and Su Families will form an alliance against the Gu Family together."

Seeing Su Qiuling hesitate, Liu He flashed a hint of joy in his eyes and quickly said, "Moreover, with my master and me around, Gu Wenshan wouldn't dare easily move against the Su Family."

Liu He had chosen today to propose because he knew the Su Family faced a crisis of annihilation, and only now could he hope for Su Qiuling's compromise.

"Sister Qiuling, if you don't want to marry this guy, you can just refuse."

Su Qingxue said to Su Qiuling.

Su Qiuling, however, bitterly smiled and shook her head. Sometimes, things aren't as simple as wanting or not wanting.

"Alright, I..."

After pondering for a moment, Su Qiuling finally chose to compromise and was about to agree.

"Su Qiuling, do you trust me?"

Just then, Wang Ruoxie suddenly asked.

Su Qiuling was slightly taken aback, then said, "I trust you, but..."

Before she could finish, Wang Ruoxie continued, "If you trust me, there's no need to hesitate. Refuse his proposal directly."

He paused and added, "Rest assured, even without them, I can help your Su Family solve this crisis entirely, and I can also cure the strange illness afflicting you."

"Hmph, ridiculous fellow, at such a moment, he still dares to deceive Qiuling with sweet talk."

Liu He snorted coldly at Wang Ruoxie.

"Young man, Qiuling is my daughter; her matters are not yours to decide."

Su Zetao also frowned slightly and said solemnly.

He didn't believe that the man before them could solve the crisis facing the Su Family, nor that he was a Pill Master capable of curing his daughter's strange illness.

Upon hearing the words of Liu He and Su Zetao, Wang Ruoxie's expression remained indifferent, ignoring the two, and directly turned his attention to Du Xiu, saying, "I want to duel in alchemy with you."

"What..."

As Wang Ruoxie's words fell, everyone, including Du Xiu, momentarily froze, seemingly unable to believe what they had just heard.

Wang Ruoxie wanted to duel in alchemy with a top Fifth Grade Alchemy Master?

For Pill Masters, an alchemy duel is far more significant than martial arts sparring, and one might say it carries more gravitas than a life-and-death battle.

While the loser of an alchemy duel may not necessarily pay any cost or suffer any loss, almost every Pill Master is proud and confident in their Alchemy Technique, even to the point of arrogance, valuing it as much as their life.

Because of this, Pill Masters would never lightly engage in an alchemy duel, as it would invariably be a fierce struggle greater than a fight to the death.

"Who do you think you are, what qualifications do you have to duel with my master?"

Regaining his composure, Liu He, with an ugly expression, scolded Wang Ruoxie coldly.

In his eyes, challenging his master directly was a clear disregard for him, deeming him unworthy to duel in alchemy.

To his extremely proud self, this was a great humiliation.

"Wang Ruoxie, do not act rashly; Master Du Xiu is of such high repute, how could he possibly duel with you?"

Su Qiuling also said to Wang Ruoxie.

In response, Wang Ruoxie simply smiled at Su Qiuling, said nothing more, and again looked at Du Xiu, waiting for his response.

As for Liu He, whose expression grew increasingly unpleasant, Wang Ruoxie simply ignored him, as if he hadn't heard a word he said.

"Damn fellow, daring to insult my master, get out!"

Seeing Wang Ruoxie dare to ignore him, Liu He's face turned incredibly ugly, and he shouted angrily, throwing a punch directly at Wang Ruoxie.

Upon witnessing this scene, Du Xiu, Su Zetao, Su Qiuling, and Su Qingxue all paused, then stood quietly without any intention of intervening.

Su Qiuling and Su Qingxue, having witnessed Wang Ruoxie's strength, didn't believe Liu He could harm him.

As for Su Zetao and Du Xiu, they already had no good will toward Wang Ruoxie, so they let Liu He teach this arrogant fellow a lesson.

Faced with Liu He's punch, Wang Ruoxie smirked with disdain and then calmly countered with his own punch.

If you find any errors ( broken links, non-standard content, etc.. ), Please let us know < report chapter > so we can fix it as soon as possible.