Seizing Destiny From Heavens Hands

Chapter 274: Today's Incident Must Not Be Leaked, or It Will Be Considered Betrayal of the Sect

Positions and allegiances have always been of utmost importance.

When someone changes their stance, they can easily transform from a friend into an enemy.

Hearing this, Yang Qiye became furious. "Nonsense! Watch your tone when you speak to me."

"I, Yang Qiye, have always been loyal to the Jade Cauldron Sect. I have never done anything to betray the sect."

"Everything I do is done with a clear conscience!"

"As for whether Liu Ruyun is truly someone from the State Governor's Office, it remains to be determined! It's possible she was a spy planted by the Upper Clarity Sect or the Danhe Sect. Before her death, she could have deliberately claimed to be from the State Governor's Office to damage our relationship with them!"

After Yang Qiye spoke, some elders began to ponder.

His words made some sense.

"Eighth Elder, Liu Ruyun was a member of your Eighth Peak. You are responsible for investigating her identity," the Grand Elder said, turning to the Eighth Elder.

"Yes," the Eighth Elder replied reluctantly, nodding with a troubled expression.

Suddenly, Yang Qiye raised his voice. "More important than commending Shen Mo is another issue."

"That is the pill formula for transforming pure Nascent Soul!"

"If we fail to secure the pill formula for transforming pure Nascent Soul this time, we will be forced to purchase such pills from the Danhe Sect in the future."

"We'll be entirely at their mercy."

"Yan'er, what's the status?" He turned to Ye Yan, his gaze full of expectation.

Ye Yan remained silent for a moment before speaking hesitantly. "Master, there were too many dangers in the Fire Pill Palace this time. I didn't have much time to search for the formula."

Yang Qiye's expression stiffened.

Li Zhendao sighed lightly. "That's understandable. With eruptions of underground fire and agitated fire beasts, the elders had little time to look for the formula."

"Besides, it's not an easy thing to find. It's normal to return empty-handed in such circumstances."

"Let's disperse. You've all worked hard for so long; it's time to rest."

"Elder Shen, we will reevaluate your commendation and ensure it meets your expectations."

Li Zhendao forced a smile at Shen Mo as he raised his head.

Shen Mo smiled faintly and spoke. "I found the formula."

To be precise, he now possessed two versions of the formula.

The first was the sheet of paper he had obtained.

The second was a method recorded in the Nine Transformation Alchemy Canon.

In truth, the method for refining the pure Nascent Soul transformation pill found in the Nine Transformation Alchemy Canon was the most exquisite.

It required the fewest medicinal ingredients, produced the least pill toxicity, and had the strongest efficacy.

As for the formula of the Danhe Sect, it was something their founder had derived by studying the Nine Transformation Alchemy Canon.

To put it plainly, it was an inferior version of the original.

Its effectiveness was roughly 70% of the perfected version.

Still, even at 70%, it far surpassed the pills of the Danhe Sect.

The inferior version of the formula was of no use to Shen Mo.

Instead of keeping it, it was better to trade it for treasures he needed.

"What?"

When Shen Mo finished speaking, every gaze in the discussion hall turned toward him.

Everyone wore an expression of shock.

Li Zhendao stepped forward quickly, his face solemn. "Elder Shen, cultivators do not speak frivolously. Do not make jokes about such matters."

The Grand Elder stood abruptly as well. "Elder Shen, I know your dedication to the sect, but please don't jest about this."

Wan Muchun hurriedly asked, his voice trembling, "Shen Mo, did you really obtain it...?"

Ye Yan looked at Shen Mo, clenching his fists tightly.

A voice roared within his heart.

Impossible!

Impossible!

There's no way he could have obtained the formula for the pure Nascent Soul transformation pill!

The next moment, everyone saw Shen Mo take out a yellowed sheet of paper from his storage ring.

"This is the formula for the pure Nascent Soul transformation pill. I've already tested it by refining one batch."

Shen Mo glanced around, smiling lightly.

Li Zhendao widened his eyes and immediately took the sheet.

After quickly scanning it, his face lit up with joy.

"It's real! This records two methods: one for independent refinement and one for refinement using advanced Nascent Soul transformation pills."

The others were stunned. "What?!"

The Grand Elder, Wan Muchun, and the Third Elder all stood up and quickly gathered around Li Zhendao.

The council hall suddenly became so quiet that one could hear a pin drop.

After a brief silence, an uproar exploded like a thunderclap.

"It's really the formula!"

"My heavens, Shen Mo, you actually found it!"

"Elder Shen, do you realize the magnitude of the contribution you've made to the sect? This is a once-in-a-lifetime accomplishment!"

The Grand Elder, Wan Muchun, and the others all turned sharply toward Shen Mo.

Their previously grim expressions were now brimming with joy, their faces glowing with excitement.

For a moment, Yang Qiye's expression darkened, but he quickly replaced it with a mask of delight.

As for what he was truly thinking, no one could tell.

Li Zhendao immediately made a decision. "Elder Shen's achievement this time fully warrants an A-level contribution!"

The Grand Elder beamed. "Not enough—add ten B-level contributions as well!"

Wan Muchun chuckled. "Elder Shen is from my Tenth Peak. Shouldn't the sect also allocate some additional resources to the Tenth Peak?"

"Absolutely, absolutely!" Li Zhendao laughed heartily, unable to contain his joy.

With a talent like Shen Mo, how could the sect not flourish?

Lu Dongxuan, He Tianchou, and Ouyang Wei excitedly gathered around.

After carefully examining the formula, their faces filled with astonishment.

For a moment, even they thought Shen Mo had been joking.

But it turned out to be real!

Drip.

Fingernails dug deeply into a palm.

Blood dripped onto the ground.

In the lively and celebratory atmosphere, no one noticed the blood dripping from Ye Yan's palm.

Overwhelming anger and jealousy had dulled his sense of pain entirely.

His eyes were fixed only on the figure in green at the center of attention, surrounded by admiration like the moon among stars.

"Damn it… damn it all…"

Without turning back, Ye Yan stormed out of the council hall.

Li Zhendao noticed his departing figure and sighed softly.

The rivalry between two unparalleled talents had not been overtly displayed.

But it was clear that Ye Yan had already fallen behind by more than a step.

Hopefully, he would come to terms with this and behave more modestly in the future.

After this brief moment of regret, Li Zhendao's gaze toward Shen Mo became even more appreciative.

This young man had boundless potential and was still so young.

Perhaps he might even be a suitable candidate for the position of Young Sect Master.

However, Yang Qiye would surely rally the Fourth, Seventh, and Ninth Elders to oppose the idea.

Pushing Shen Mo into the position of Young Sect Master would not be an easy task.

"If only the Sect Guardian supported him. If he gave his approval, even Yang Qiye wouldn't have a say. Unfortunately, the Sect Guardian has made it clear he won't meddle in sect affairs."

Li Zhendao sighed inwardly.

"Well, let's not crowd together anymore. We should discuss how to properly reward Elder Shen," he said with a hearty laugh.

The Third Elder nodded. "Yes, yes, the Sect Master is right!"

The Eighth Elder added, "We must not shortchange those who contribute to the sect!"

Wan Muchun spoke solemnly. "However, the matter of the pure Nascent Soul transformation pill formula must not be disclosed immediately. At the very least, we should wait until we've successfully refined the first batch of pills before making it public."

The Grand Elder surveyed the room, his tone chilling. "Agreed. The events of today must not be leaked. Anyone who does so will be considered a traitor to the sect!"

The elders all felt a chill in their hearts and nodded repeatedly. "Understood!"

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