The world that tao rules.., p.11
The World that Tao Rules, Volume 4, page 11
Xiao Zheng was even happier than Jiang Yun, thinking that this matter would be difficult to resolve.
Although it was Li Changlin's idea to capture Jiang Yun, informing the sect master didn't lead to any objections.
Outsiders naturally assumed that the sect master approved of the matter.
If even the sect master supported Li Changlin, then even the master's intervention would probably be of no use.
Unexpectedly, with just a few words, the master easily resolved the issue, bringing great joy to Xiao Zheng.
The only thing that made him feel a bit sorry was that Jiang Yun had been injured by the middle-aged man, but fortunately, in the Grand Medicine Sect, there was no shortage of medicine.
Little did he know that although Jiang Yun was injured by that finger, his powerful body had almost fully recovered in a short amount of time.
As Mei Bugu and others left the Law Enforcement Hall, Master Hui glanced at the two men and asked, "Aren't you leaving yet?"
At this moment, the middle-aged man, even if feeling unwilling, had to bow to Master Hui and then left dejected.
As the Law Enforcement Hall regained its calm, Master Hui suddenly looked around at the empty chairs and asked, "What do you think about this matter?"
Chapter 261: The Great Competition Content
As Master Hui's voice fell, a hoarse voice actually came from the empty four chairs, saying, "This Jiang Yun, without a doubt, is Gu Bulao's disciple!"
"Originally, I wanted to use this opportunity to lure Gu Bulao to our sect, so that Mei'er could resolve her inner conflict."
"But never did I imagine, not only is Jiang Yun quite talented himself, but Mei'er also came forward to protect him, sigh!"
Soon after, another old voice rang out, "No wonder you allowed Yang Shizhong and his apprentice to do as they pleased!"
"However, with Mei'er's personality, even if Gu Bulao does come, how could her inner conflict be easily resolved!"
"The fact that she is willing to protect Jiang Yun indicates that she still cares about Gu Bulao!"
The hoarse voice sighed again, "We can only do our best, after all, Mei'er's unresolved conflict seems hopeless!"
"Now that the Mountain-Sea World is in turmoil, the stronger she becomes, the greater the benefit to our Grand Medicine Sect!"
Master Hui listened to the conversation between the two voices and then asked, "What should we do next? Should we forcefully keep Jiang Yun and let Gu Bulao take charge?"
After a moment of silence, a hoarse voice said, "Not a good idea!"
"From Mei'er's attitude, it's clear that she wants to handle things officially. Let's see how far Jiang Yun can go in the Drug Competition before deciding."
"I've asked Xiao Zheng about the poison affecting his senior brother, it seems to come from Ghostly Samsara Hell."
"Except for the Supreme Ancestor, even a few of us are not confident in making an antidote. So, if he can't pass five rounds, we won't be able to ask the old ancestor for help."
"At that time, we can use this as a condition to have him bring Gu Bulao here!"
Master Hui continued, "If what Xiao Zheng said is true, and Jiang Yun is indeed talented in pharmacy, what if he passes five rounds?"
The hoarse voice chuckled, "That's impossible!"
"Although Mei'er gave Jiang Yun a chance, she also secretly made it harder for him!"
"If it was about overcoming the Five Barriers of the Medicine Path, he might have a small chance, but with the Drug Competition, he doesn't stand a chance at all!"
"Even if he has some talent in the path of medicine, it's only relative to other cultivators!"
"In our Grand Medicine Sect, his talent is nothing special! Otherwise, why wouldn't he focus on medicine cultivation?"
"Moreover, in this upcoming competition, apart from Li Changlin not letting Jiang Yun off easily, Guan Yiming will also participate, making it impossible for Jiang Yun to win in the end!"
The elderly voice agreed, saying, "I think the same. I guess Jiang Yun can only pass through the Three Trials at most."
Master Hui nodded, closed his eyes, and said, "Let's wait until after the Drug Competition ends to discuss everything!"
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Xiao Zheng led Jiang Yun, almost running all the way out of the Law Enforcement Hall, then went through three teleportation arrays in a row, entering a valley before stopping to say, "Alright, we're completely safe now!"
Clearly, Xiao Zheng was worried about any more unexpected events.
Jiang Yun smiled slightly and said, "I've caused trouble for Brother Xiao!"
"Younger brother, you're being too polite!"
Xiao Zheng also smiled and said, "Master takes very good care of you! This is Master's residence, considered a restricted area within our sect, where no one is allowed to enter without permission."
"Even on ordinary days, we disciples find it hard to come in!"
Jiang Yun looked around and noticed that although the valley was not large, the surroundings were very tranquil.
Nearby there was a lake with clear water.
Two three-story buildings were built by the lake, one with "Old Lodge" written on it, and the other with "Old Pharmacy" written on it.
After retracting his gaze, Jiang Yun said, "I understand Master Mei's kind intentions. However, Brother Xiao, please tell me about the Drug Competition first so I can be prepared."
Jiang Yun's main concern was, of course, about finding the medicine, especially since the Drug Competition was only three days away, making time tight, so he had to understand it first.
"Don't worry, I'll tell you everything, let's go to the medicine shop!"
The two walked into the medicine shop, and as soon as they stepped through the door, a faint fragrance greeted them, making Jiang Yun feel refreshed and rejuvenated.
The fragrance came from an incense burning on the table. Although Jiang Yun didn't recognize it, he knew it was definitely something good.
"Brother Jiang, this is my master's specially crafted Awakening Incense. It's beneficial for both regular people and cultivators. Let's sit down and talk!"
The two sat down, and Xiao Zheng spoke up, "Don't think that your master making you participate in the Drug Competition is to make things difficult for you. In fact, the Drug Competition is similar to the challenges in the Five Barriers of the Medicine Path."
Every faction of cultivators arranges for disciples to participate in a big competition from time to time to assess their progress in cultivation.
The Grand Medicine Sect, as a sect focused on medicine, organizes this competition to see how much their disciples have improved in the field of medicine.
The Drug Competition is open to all disciples of the Grand Medicine Sect, even the lowest-ranking ones can sign up.
The competition consists of five rounds in total.
In the first round, they identify herbs; in the second round, they control spirit energy; in the third round, they test herbal sensitivity; in the fourth round, they assess divine sense; in the fifth round, they refine medicine!
The grand competition follows an elimination system. Only those who pass each round can proceed to the next round. If they fail, they are out directly without a second chance.
In the history of the Grand Medicine Sect's grand competitions, the number of participants who reached the fifth round did not exceed ten, showing how difficult it is.
After hearing Xiao Zheng's explanation, Jiang Yun couldn't help but frown and say, "Brother Xiao, does that mean I have to surpass everyone in the grand competition to be eligible to ask any pharmacist from your sect for help in refining medicine?"
Xiao Zheng nodded and said, "That's right! But don't worry, as long as you pass the fourth round, your master can help you. With your master's expertise in medicine, he can definitely create the antidote."
Jiang Yun did not respond to Xiao Zheng's words.
It's not that he doesn't trust Mei Bugu, but he doesn't want to risk Third Martial Brother's life. So, of course, he wants to seek help from the highest-ranked pharmacist of the Grand Medicine Sect.
He just doesn't have the confidence to surpass all the disciples of the Grand Medicine Sect in the competition of medicine.
"Brother Xiao, what are the specific contents of the five rounds of the competition?"
"Identifying medicinal herbs means randomly picking some herbs and you just need to say their names and characteristics, the more you identify the better;
"Controlling spirit energy, just like the last time at the Luo family, but the method may change a little, you'll have to wait until the competition to know for sure."
"Testing herb sensitivity means judging the heat during the process of making pills without using divine sense."
"This round is mainly targeted at those disciples in the Meridians Unclogged realm, after all, they don't have divine sense."
Jiang Yun nodded in understanding, he knew this very well, when he didn't have divine sense, making pills relied purely on feeling to judge how the creation was going.
With divine sense, it's much easier, just a scan with divine sense is even clearer than what your eyes see.
"As for testing divine sense, it's about how strong your divine sense is, the specific competition details vary each year, they will only be announced on the day of the competition."
"And of course, the final pill-making is where your skills will truly be tested, you don't need to worry about the herbs, the sect will prepare them for you!"
After explaining the Drug Competition in detail to Jiang Yun, Xiao Zheng's face suddenly showed a hesitant expression.
Jiang Yun easily understood, smiled and said, "Brother Xiao, is there anything we can't talk about between us?"
Xiao Zheng finally spoke, "Brother Jiang, I know you like to hide your talents and abilities, but please listen to me, do not do this at the Drug Competition!"
"You must show all your true abilities, the more outstanding the better!"
Chapter 262: Medicine God Inheritance
Xiao Zheng remembered clearly that when Jiang Yun was at Luo family, he always kept his talent in medicine hidden.
He didn't even show all his power during the final spirit qi test.
Xiao Zheng's goal was for Jiang Yun to gain the favor of their master during the competition, in order to become his apprentice.
If Jiang Yun continues to hide his talents and not show his full abilities, their master will not notice him.
Jiang Yun smiled faintly and said, "Don't worry, this time I will definitely not hide my talents!"
Although Jiang Yun didn't know Xiao Zheng's true purpose, he couldn't hide his strength when it came to the poison on Third Martial Brother.
"For the next three days, you shall rest here without any disturbances. If you need anything, just let me know..."
While Xiao Zheng was advising Jiang Yun, in another valley within the Grand Medicine Sect, Li Changlin anxiously asked his master, "Master, what should we do? Should we just give up like this?"
"If I can't enter the Medicine God Land of Inheritance and receive the Medicine God Inheritance, my future prospects will be dim."
With a dark expression, Yang Shizhong said, "Of course, we can't just let this go! For now, we can't do anything to Xiao Zheng and Jiang Yun!"
"As for the Medicine God Inheritance," Yang Shizhong contemplated, "in the next few days, I will approach some influential figures to see if they can support you during the big competition, making you surpass Xiao Zheng!"
Li Changlin instantly showed a joyful expression, "Thank you, Master! I will not disappoint you!"
Yang Shizhong waved his hand and said, "The Medicine God Inheritance is crucial, not only for you but also for our lineage. You must not take it lightly and focus on preparing!"
"Yes!" Li Changlin replied and then left.
Yang Shizhong still had a serious face as he said, "Humph! I've heard rumors about Mei Bugu and a practitioner from the Seeking-Tao Sect, and now it seems they might be true!"
"She never paid attention to these matters before, there has been no activity for half a year, but unexpectedly, for a Jiang Yun from the Seeking-Tao Sect, she actually personally appeared to provide protection!"
"However, I will not let you have your way!"
"Who is this Jiang Yun, just an ordinary practitioner, why does he have the qualifications to participate in the Drug Competition of my Grand Medicine Sect!"
"And that Xiao Zheng, only knows how to refine medicine, yet dares to think of obtaining the Medicine God Inheritance, a fool's dream!"
In fact, Liu Hao's death had nothing to do with Jiang Yun, and Yang Shizhong and his disciples also knew this very well.
Even if there was a connection, they would not stand up for Liu Hao.
After all, the sect has already wiped out the Hundred Herbs Valley, avenging a huge grudge.
The reason they are so fixated on this matter is not really about Jiang Yun, but about Xiao Zheng!
Just as Jiang Yun had felt before, the conflicts within the Grand Medicine Sect were very complicated.
Xiao Zheng and Li Changlin, who were originally very similar in their talent and achievements in the path of medicine, were both highly regarded within the sect.
However, in recent years, Xiao Zheng's skills in medicine have surprisingly advanced rapidly, gradually widening the gap between him and Li Changlin.
He even showed signs of reaching the level of a fourth-grade pharmacist.
In reality, this wasn't a big deal, at most it just made Li Changlin slightly jealous.
But about a year ago, the sect suddenly announced,
After the Drug Competition, the Medicine GodLand of Inheritance will be open!
The so-called Medicine GodLand of Inheritance is a secret realm, and it is also the place where the founding ancestor of the Grand Medicine Sect passed away. It contains his legacy.
As the founding ancestor, he is the origin of the term "Medicine God" in the Grand Medicine Sect. The inheritance he left behind is naturally the dream of all medicine cultivators.
Don't be fooled by the Grand Medicine Sect being called the top sect in medicine. In reality, no one in the sect has received all the teachings from the founder.
The Medicine God Land of Inheritance has existed for a very long time, with each opening causing some instability and minor collapses.
Because of this, the Grand Medicine Sect doesn't open it frequently, sometimes even waiting for decades or hundreds of years before the next opening.
After hearing this news, all disciples were excited and thrilled.
However, the requirements to enter the Land of Inheritance are very strict, with only one pharmacist of each level allowed to enter.
The results of the Drug Competition will be taken into consideration.
Among the third-grade pharmacists, Xiao Zheng and Li Changlin are the most hopeful candidates.
As Xiao Zheng's skills in medicine improve, Li Changlin's chances of qualifying decrease.
Therefore, Li Changlin is thinking of ways to outperform Xiao Zheng.
In the beginning, the founder of the sect said that to inherit his teachings, one must not only be skilled in medicine but also have a good character.
A doctor should be kind!
Therefore, the final decision-maker for who enters the Land of Inheritance is not the sect master or the elders, but all the disciples of the Grand Medicine Sect!
Only with approval from the majority of disciples can one qualify to enter the Land of Inheritance!
When Liu Hao accidentally died, Li Changlin finally found a way and made a big deal out of it.
As Li Changlin's teacher, Yang Shizhong naturally wanted his disciple to have this opportunity, so he strongly supported it.
That's why the two of them ordered to capture Jiang Yun.
They didn't really expect to catch Jiang Yun. They just twisted the facts, insisting that Jiang Yun was the culprit and hinted at his good relationship with Xiao Zheng, stirring discontent among the unsuspecting disciples in the sect.
So, even if Xiao Zheng surpassed Li Changlin in medical skills, his poor character and lack of popularity would ultimately disqualify him.
