After observing for a period of time, Lu Fuyue discovered that the relationship between Nan Chuli and his sister was quite good.

Therefore, Lu Fuyue decided to start her investigation into the whereabouts of Shui Qinxian by working on Nan Chuli's younger sister, Nan Ling'er.

Perhaps Nan Ling'er knows something.

She couldn't fathom Nan Chuli's thoughts, nor did she dare risk revealing her own purpose.

On her way to find Nan Ling'er, she unexpectedly discovered that many palace servants treated her very strangely.

A hint of confusion flashed in Lu Fuyue's eyes, so she quickly left the place without making a sound, actually hiding in the shadows.

"Did you hear? That woman was brought back by His Highness the Crown Prince. Do you think she might be the one he likes?"

"I think it's unlikely. If it were her, why didn't His Highness the Crown Prince report to the Emperor and request a marriage decree?"

"What's the value of liking someone? I bet His Highness the Crown Prince is just playing around. Besides, Miss Yun is so outstanding, and her father is the number one expert in our Southern Ling Kingdom. The position of Crown Princess is definitely hers."

...

After those people left, Lu Fuyue emerged from the shadows.

These rumors today served as a reminder to her that she had come here with Nan Chuli, and that Shui Qinxian would probably not be found anytime soon.

She still needs to establish an independent identity for herself to avoid being associated with him in everything she does.

But what identity would be better?

She doesn't plan to return to Tianxuan Sect for the time being, so the identity of a Tianxuan Sect disciple won't work, besides, that identity is too conspicuous.

She suddenly remembered that Yun Luoxue was a first-grade alchemist at the age of seventeen, which was already considered a genius in this place.

Lu Fuyue's eyes darkened slightly. "Since that's the case, then let's go and take the exam to become a second-grade alchemist."

The Alchemy Alliance has branches throughout the cultivation world, and there happens to be one in the Southern Spirit Kingdom.

...

Yun Luoxue, who was talking to her master in a private room on the second floor of the Alchemy Alliance, suddenly spotted Lu Fuyue on the street.

It looks like they're coming this way.

A calculating glint flashed in Yun Luoxue's eyes. She hadn't even started making her plans yet, but the person had already delivered himself to her doorstep.

Isn't this a perfect opportunity to probe Lu Fuyue's background?

Suddenly, the leader of the Alchemy Alliance of the Southern Spirit Kingdom noticed something was wrong with his disciple. Following her gaze, he saw a woman in white walking by.

"Falling Snow, what are you looking at?"

Yun Luoxue immediately came to her senses, a hint of apology on her face. "I'm sorry, Master. I just saw someone and for a moment it reminded me of some unpleasant things."

When the leader of the Alchemy Alliance saw Yun Luoxue's appearance, he knew that she needed his help.

"Speak, what happened this time? Did someone offend you and you need your master to avenge you?"

Yun Luoxue, feeling a little embarrassed that her thoughts had been exposed, said, "Master, as you know, my biggest goal is to become the Crown Princess and enter the Four Kingdoms Academy. But the Crown Prince seems to have taken a liking to that woman in white just now."

"Could you help me find out who she really is?"

The leader of the Alchemy Alliance stroked his gray beard, lowered his eyes and pondered for a moment before slowly speaking.

"For her to make you speak, her cultivation level must be above yours, right?"

A hint of resentment flashed in Yun Luoxue's eyes. "Master, don't underestimate her. She can easily produce more than a dozen Grade 3 Breakthrough Pills, and I am almost powerless against her."

The leader of the Alchemy Alliance was somewhat shocked upon hearing this, "Are you sure?"

He himself was a third-grade alchemist. In the entire Southern Spirit Kingdom, only he and Lin Danshi, who was served by the royal family, were third-grade alchemists.

Unexpectedly, another person suddenly appeared who possessed a large number of grade-three pills, and he was naturally very curious about this person's identity and background.

"Alright, leave this matter to me. You go back and cultivate diligently. Since you know you are inferior to others, then work hard."

"Yes, Master."

...

Just as Lu Fuyue entered the Alchemy Alliance, a middle-aged man in the mid-stage of Qi Refining walked up to her.

Upon realizing that he couldn't discern Lu Fuyue's cultivation level, his attitude became much more respectful. He bowed his head respectfully and asked, "May I ask what I can do for you, senior?"

"I want to take the exam to become a second-grade alchemist."

The middle-aged man looked at her in disbelief. "Senior... are you going to take the exam to become a second-grade alchemist?"

In his view, Lu Fuyue's bone age was only about sixteen or seventeen years old. No matter how talented she was, she couldn't compare to Miss Yun, the number one alchemy genius in their Southern Spirit Kingdom.

Moreover, only those who reach the Foundation Establishment stage can become second-grade alchemists; he had never heard of a sixteen-year-old Foundation Establishment cultivator.

Is this person some kind of old monster pretending to be young?

Lu Fuyue naturally noticed the suspicion in his eyes, but she didn't care, since she never needed to prove anything to anyone.

"Yes, take me there."

After regaining his senses, the middle-aged man hurriedly said, "Senior, only our alliance leader is qualified to supervise the examination of second-grade alchemists. Please wait a moment, I will go and report to the alliance leader right away."

Lu Fuyue nodded; she wasn't in a hurry anyway.

The middle-aged man was relieved to see that Lu Fuyue was so easy to talk to. After taking Lu Fuyue to the lounge, he went to find the leader of the Alchemy Alliance.

At this moment, the leader of the Alchemy Alliance, who was hiding in the shadows, had witnessed everything that had just happened, and many suspicions arose in his mind.

Having produced so many grade-three pills, they are now being assessed on their status as grade-two alchemists.

Who is this woman?

Could he be a disciple of one of the few alchemy masters in the cultivation world?

Or is it that she has an extraordinary background?

At this moment, the middle-aged man stood respectfully beside him. Just as he was about to speak, the leader of the Alchemy Alliance suddenly said, "Take her to the innermost alchemy room. Remember, do not give yourself away."

The middle-aged man was taken aback, then nodded. "Yes, then I will take my leave."

After glancing at Lu Fuyue again, the leader of the Alchemy Alliance turned and left.

The earth fire used for refining pills in that alchemy room was mixed with violent fiery power, which ordinary alchemists could not control at all, let alone refine pills.

In addition, even that alchemy furnace was no ordinary alchemy furnace; it had directly killed several geniuses with extremely high alchemy talent.

If this female cultivator survives, it means she has a trump card up her sleeve and is of considerable status.

If she were just an ordinary cultivator, he would like to see what this female cultivator was capable of, daring to block his disciple's path.

Little did Lu Fuyue know that someone had already noticed her in the shadows. However, the place was filled with arrays that blocked her divine sense, preventing her from knowing who it was.

A moment later, the middle-aged man led Lu Fuyue to a pill-refining room.

For some reason, Lu Fuyue felt that there was something strange about this place.

"Senior, this is where you will be refining pills. Our alliance leader is also waiting for you inside, so I won't go in with you."