Chapter 12: Luo Tian thinking of becoming an Alchemist.

Luo Tian and Sister Liara were so close that he could smell her sweet fragrance and gaze at her tempting cleavage with no difficulty.

But right at that moment…

Sister Liara once again stepped back, causing Luo Tian to feel a twinge of disappointment as he couldn't catch a glimpse of her twin valley. He quickly shook his head inwardly, pushing away any lecherous thoughts. Sister Liara noticed his slight expression and smiled knowingly. She then asked, "So, is little brother Tian an alchemist?"

Luo Tian returned her smile and replied, "No, you are mistaken sister Liara. I have some knowledge about alchemy and wanted to try my hand at it." His eyes sparkled with enthusiasm as he spoke.

A soft breeze rustled through the trees, carrying with it the scent of flowers and freshly cut grass. the moonlight coming from the open windows, casted a mythical glow over her. Sister Liara's long hair danced in the wind, framing her beautiful face.

Luo Tian couldn't help but admire her appearance, even though they had just met. He was drawn to her like a moth to a flame.

"So, you want to become an Alchemist, little brother Tian?" Sister Liara raised her eyebrows quizzically as she looked at Luo Tian. "Do you realize the amount of work and dedication it takes to become one? It's not just about memorizing information about herbs and their uses; you also need to have knowledge about exquisite flame controlling and other materials necessary for concocting pills. You've only just started cultivating and already want to take on such a daunting task."

In the vast world of cultivation, there were numerous side professions that cultivators could master. However, only a few were well-known and highly sought after. These included but are not limited to Array Master, Blacksmith, Formation Master, Alchemist, and Beast Master.

Each of these professions held great respect and reverence in the cultivation world. Even a cultivator who was a whole major realm above them would rather offend a more powerful senior expert than someone who had mastered any of these side professions.

But why was that? Simply put, as one progresses in their cultivation journey, they will require various resources, treasures, weapons, equipment, etc. And to create these items, one must have mastery in the respective side profession.

A skilled Array master possesses the ability to manipulate various types of arrays by mastering a diverse range of array symbols. These symbols can be utilized on a grand scale, whether to provide support, defend against enemies, launch attacks, or simply conceal oneself from a formidable opponent.

Formation masters also have a similar role, but their methods differ as they possess the ability to harness heavenly and earthly treasures, weapons, and other materials. By combining these resources with the natural terrain, they can create vast formations that cover an even greater area than traditional arrays. Just like arrays, formations can also be used on a large scale.

However, what sets formation master's apart is their use of material goods. By incorporating high-quality materials into their formations, their power and effectiveness can be significantly amplified.

And then there are blacksmiths - masters of forging weapons and equipment. In a world filled with danger and uncertainty, one must have powerful weapons and sturdy equipment in order to feel safe and secure. Blacksmiths play an essential role in providing these vital tools for survival in the vast world around them.

Beastmasters, known for their ability to tame powerful beasts, were a force to be reckoned with in battle. They fought alongside their beasts and could even summon multiple creatures at once to fight by their side. Facing a Beastmaster was like facing an entire pack of fierce, ferocious beasts.

In contrast, alchemists were highly respected in the world of cultivation. Among all the professions, both Beastmasters and alchemists were held in high esteem. Beastmasters were admired for their incredible fighting skills, while alchemists were essential in every cultivator's journey towards advancement.

Utilizing various herbs and materials, alchemists had the power to refine pills with a wide range of effects. They could create poison pills and their antidotes, healing pills for minor or life-threatening injuries, strength-enhancing pills, and even pills for breaking through one's limits and advancing in cultivation. These pills were crucial for any cultivator, making alchemists highly revered.

However, the path of alchemy was not an easy one. Even expert cultivators struggled with it, let alone a disciple who had just begun their journey towards enlightenment.

Newly initiated disciples of the Profound Sword Palace would struggle immensely just to break through to the 1st Layer of the Qi Gathering Realm, let alone contemplating dabbling in one of the side professions. The senior disciples and elders would likely scoff at the thought if they heard Luo Tian's ambition.

But despite knowing the daunting difficulty of becoming an alchemist, Luo Tian remained undeterred. He simply wanted to test his skills in the profession, though he had other options available. His decision was motivated by a particular reason.

His Cultivation Technique, "Five Elements Sovereignty Scripture-Supreme Synthesis," contained unique and potent methods for alchemy, including specialized fire control techniques. Additionally, it held a recipe for a level 1 Qi Gathering Pill.

What set his alchemy apart from others was its incorporation of all five elements instead of just fire. This meant that any pills he created could potentially possess enhanced and more powerful qualities compared to their traditional counterparts.

Sister Liara gazed into Luo Tian's eyes; her brows furrowed with concern as she sensed the seriousness of his decision. With a resigned sigh, she spoke. "Alright, but I hope you understand the gravity of your choice." Sister Liara couldn't explain why she felt so strongly about warning him. Normally, she would have simply given the ordered herbs and collected the sect points without any hesitation. After all, that was her duty as the shopkeeper. But for some reason, she found herself wanting to protect Luo Tian from wasting his precious sect points. As a newly arrived disciple, it was already challenging enough to accumulate sect points – the 30 they were given had to be spent wisely.

Luo Tian could see the worry etched in Sister Liara's features, and he couldn't help but feel grateful for her genuine concern. It also showed that he had successfully formed a bond with her, and now he could work on strengthening their relationship even further.

Determined to make this woman his own, Luo Tian set his sights on her and vowed to do whatever it takes to win her over.

Sister Liara's voice normal sultry and alluring, rang in Luo Tian's ears as she spoke to him. "What herbs do you desire, little brother?" Although he had grown accustomed to his sister's seductive voice, but it still caused a heat to rise in his crotch.

Suppressing his reaction, he replied, "Thank you, Sister Liara. I am fortunate that we are alone here, as any other witness would surely ruin the positive impression, I have worked so hard to gain in your eyes. Now, for the herbs needed for the Qi Gathering pills: Heavenly Ginseng Root, Starlight Orchid Petals, Lunar Crystal Blossoms, and Green Fern Leaf. i need two batches" As he listed each ingredient, the names rolled off his tongue like poetry, evoking images of power and vitality within him.

"Hee-hee," With a mischievous twinkle in her eye, Sister Liara chuckled as she watched her little brother Luo Tian attempt to woo her. She scribbled down the herbs he requested, her pen dancing across the paper with practiced ease. "Keep trying, little brother," she teased sweetly, "who knows, maybe someday you'll actually make me feel something, maybe someday you might truly capture my heart." A playful smile played on her lips as she replied to his flattery. "Now wait patiently here," she instructed seductively, "this sister will be back with your herbs in just a few breaths' time. And if you even think about leaving, I'll have to punish you, little brother Luo Tian." she warned playfully, her words dripping with a sultry tone. A small smirk played at the corners of her perfectly pink lips as she licked them, sending a shiver down Luo Tian's spine.

Luo Tian's gaze didn't waver as he locked eyes with her, a soft smile gracing his lips. "Don't speak of leaving, Sister Liara. If I had the chance, I would gladly come back here and settle down with you. Having a beauty like you to admire every day is a rare opportunity," he said, his words dripping with sincerity.

"Hee-hee, such sweet words," Sister Liara chuckled, bending down to pick some things. Her movements were deliberate and calculated, making sure to sway her wide hips and perky buttocks in front of Luo Tian's watchful gaze. Every graceful movement she made only accentuated her wide, perky buttocks that swayed enticingly with each step. It was as if she knew Luo Tian's eyes were fixed on her rear, and she made sure to give him the best view possible, teasing him as she walked like a graceful kitten...

*GULP* Luo Tian audibly gulped as his mouth went dry, watching her with unbridled desire. 'Damn, I want to touch those perky, soft buns' his mind flooded with thoughts of groping those soft, perky mounds. His fingers twitched at the mere thought of fondling her voluptuous curves, his crotch felt hot and uncomfortable.

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It Didn't take long for Sister Liara to come back with a small sack made up of beast skin in her hands.

"Now, little brother, here are the herbs you asked for," With a soft voice, Liara handed Luo Tian a small sack filled with all the herbs he had requested.

Luo Tian gingerly took the bag from Sister Liara's delicate hands, his heart racing with anticipation. He eagerly checked the sack, expecting to find two precious batches of materials inside. To his surprise, there were three batches instead.

He turned to Sister Liara, who was smiling at him with mischief in her eyes. "Sister Liara, I think you've made a mistake," he said, trying to hide his excitement. "I asked for two batches, but you have given me three."

Her smile only widened as she spoke in her sultry tone. "Consider the third batch as a meeting gift from your dear sister Liara," she purred, tracing the corners of her lips with her fingers. "It is free of charge, of course."

Luo Tian was stunned. Although he had flirted with Sister Liara to get closer to her, he never expected her to be so generous. Even though the herbs were only level 1, he knew their true value. Each batch required to concoct a Qi Gathering Pill costed 10 sect points, and a single sect point was worth one hundred low-grade spirit stones. This meant that Sister Liara had just given him resources worth no less than a thousand low-grade spirit stones.

A sincere smile spread across Luo Tian's face as he looked at her. "It seems my charm has worked on you, Sister Liara," he said playfully.

She snorted and rolled her eyes, but the unmistakable arc on the corners of her lips gave away her true feelings. "Glib tongue," she replied teasingly, unable to resist his charms.

Luo Tian flashed a smile at her and simply said, "Thank you, Sister Liara." Despite his initial intentions of making her fall for him, it seemed that the tables had turned, and he was starting to develop genuine feelings for this silver-haired beauty. There is a chance that giving out 1000 spirit stones' worth of herbs may not hold much significance to Sister Liara, but the fact that she did will remain unchanged. They say that when you help someone in their time of need, they will remember it for a long time.

Luo Tian was abruptly brought out of his trance by the urgent voice of sister Liara, who interrupted his thoughts with a pointed question. "Do you have an alchemy furnace, little brother Luo Tian? It is necessary to have one in order to concoct pills."

At her reminder, Luo Tian realized that he had yet another item to add to his shopping list. "Oh, yes. I need to buy that as well," he replied, feeling slightly overwhelmed.

He had already planned on using 20 sect points to purchase the required herbs for his alchemy training. However, he now realized that he would also need to use 10 sect points to procure an alchemy furnace. While this amount seemed small compared to the cost of fine quality furnaces, it would still be a significant expense for Luo Tian.

Sister Liara sighed in resignation. "I can't say I didn't expect this, little brother Luo Tian. But please reconsider buying a low-grade alchemy furnace. The quality of the furnace directly affects the potency of the pills you will create. Using a low-grade furnace may cause your medicinal herbs to degrade during the refining process, making it difficult for you to successfully concoct pills."

Luo Tian's mind buzzed with this new information. He hadn't realized just how crucial the quality of his alchemy furnace was in creating effective pills. His initial plan of purchasing a cheap furnace to save money now seemed unwise.

But with only 10 sect points at his disposal, he knew he couldn't afford a high-quality furnace anytime soon. This realization left him torn between wanting to learn alchemy and wanting to produce top-quality pills. 

Sister Liara's gaze lingered on his face as he furrowed his brow, deep in thought. 'He is undeniably handsome,' she mused to herself, feeling her cheeks flush at the sight of him. 'Has my immunity weakened so much that even a handsome face can make me lose my cool?' Her thoughts turned inward as she tried to regain her composure.

Suddenly, Sister Liara leaned in slightly closer, her voice taking on her usual sultry tone. Luo Tian felt a shiver run down his spine at the sound, caught off guard by her sudden proximity. "What are you worried about? You still have your sister Liara to rely on," she whispered, her breath hot against his skin.

As she spoke, Sister Liara gestured towards one of the doors in the shop. "This shop isn't called 'Elysian Essence Apothecary,' just for show, we also have an alchemy room here," she said proudly, puffing out her chest. The movement caused Luo Tian's eyes to widen and his heart rate to quicken as her ample bosom jiggled enticingly before him.

Most small shops generally don't have alchemy rooms, and the owners would just use one of the spare rooms for alchemy. Only larger shops had dedicated alchemy rooms. The presence of an alchemy room in Sister Liara's shop was a clear indication that it was not an ordinary pill shop. Unfortunately, Luo Tian was unaware of this information.

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