This little girl is so ignorant that she actually wants to take the exam for the Xuan-level badge, and she has passed the first two levels!
Now Ren Xi knew why Ning Zhishui did this. He was indeed arrogant, but now it seemed that he had some ability.
Although Ren Xi joked, he knew in his heart that President Meng would never do something like cheating.
Even though the two alchemy associations were always competing, Ren Xi knew President Meng's character very well, and he would absolutely not do such a thing.
"I didn't reveal the answer to the question. On the contrary, it was difficult, which was my oversight." President Meng chuckled. "But it seems there's no need to correct it now. After all, Master Ning Dan got it right. Don't you agree, Vice President Ren?"
Ren Xi snorted lightly and said with a smile, "That's right."
"She's already passed the second level, so could she pass the actual combat level as well?" an alchemist asked curiously. "If she does, wouldn't that make her the continent's number one alchemist?"
"Yeah, she's only fourteen or fifteen, right?"
President Meng corrected, "She's only fourteen, not even fifteen yet."
Ren Xi couldn't stand the smug look on his face with his neck stretched out!
"Fourteenth's Xuan-level alchemist... he is indeed the number one alchemist on the continent, without a doubt." Someone gasped.
But soon someone sneered, "It's just the first two levels! It's just talk. The true strength of an alchemist still depends on his or her alchemy skills!"
"Exactly. The first two levels are just for fun, nothing to worry about. The third level is the real culmination."
"It's too early to say that now. I think she'll give up in no time at the third level."
"I think so."
Many people are not optimistic about it, mainly because Ning Zhishui's age makes people lose confidence.
While they were talking, they heard a clear female voice——
"What if I actually pass the third level?"
When everyone looked up, they found that the person who was the focus of their conversation had opened the door at some point and was now looking at them from the doorway.
The door is opened to obtain medicinal materials, and only after passing one level of assessment can you answer the next level of questions.
After confirming that he had passed the second level, Master Mu Dan was about to ask Ning Zhishui to draw lots to choose the name of the elixir. It was at this time that Ning Zhishui heard a sound outside.
Who do these people think they are when they point fingers at me?
It would be fine if they were from Luo Yucheng Dan Club, but these people are not. Looking at Ren Xi and President Meng standing together, there is a hint of tension. They are obviously rivals!
So Ning Zhishui didn't intend to stand still and wait for them to laugh at him, he was determined to drag them down with him!
"Little girl, don't brag. It's not too late to be proud of yourself when you are truly successful."
An alchemist from Pingzhou City spoke with a smile.
"Yeah, you haven't passed yet, so it's better to keep a low profile."
"The first two levels are just a matter of luck and rote memorization. You're not the only one who can achieve them, so don't get too carried away by it."
These people seemed to have forgotten the shock they felt when they saw the Divine Guiding Pill just now. They all belittled Ning Zhishui and were not optimistic that she could pass the third level.
What they say seems to make sense, but it's actually bullshit.
All knowledge in the world is obvious, but some people still know it and some don’t. Some people still make mistakes after learning it, while others do it very well.
Can this really be explained by "rote memorization" or "good luck"?
Take the first level for example. There are so many medicinal herbs, many of which are extremely similar and easy to mistake. This requires a wide range of knowledge, and the alchemist must have a comprehensive understanding of them.
When it comes to alchemy, all the steps are the same, the medicinal materials are the same, and the furnaces are not much different. But why can some people refine heavenly-grade elixirs, while others' furnaces explode when they try to make elixirs?
If Ning Zhishui was really just a little girl, how would she feel when being collectively belittled by so many seniors in the industry?
Will I be hit so hard that I cannot recover, and will I really belittle myself and think that I am not suitable for this industry and regretfully quit?
Fortunately, Ning Zhishui is not a young girl and will not be influenced by these false authorities. What others say is hers, and whether she listens or not is her own business.
Don’t think that seniors and authorities are trustworthy. Everyone is selfish, and human hearts are the most difficult to predict.
"I heard that the Pingzhou Alchemy Association came here just to compete with the Luoyu Alchemy Association. How about this? We don't have to find another way to compete. Pingzhou also has an alchemist. While I'm testing the alchemy inside, he'll be refining the same pill outside. Whoever finishes first wins. How about that?"
Ning Zhishui looked at President Meng when he spoke.
President Meng’s first reaction was: The competition between two pill recipes is not a joke!
But his second reaction was to look at his enemy.
Ren Xi noticed his look and was stunned, subconsciously feeling bad.
"That's an interesting suggestion. It just so happens that the Pingzhou Alchemy Association has something to do in a few days. So why don't we just simplify it and reduce the many competitions to just one? Then we can all feel relaxed after the competition."
Chairman Meng smiled and looked at Qiu Fang. "Little Alchemist Qiu is Pingzhou's shining new star and is highly regarded. Although he is a little older than Alchemist Ning, the age difference is not much. It is perfect for him to initiate the competition with Alchemist Ning."
Ning Zhishui is not actually Luo Yucheng's alchemist, but this is not important. At least she is taking the test here, so she can be considered as Luo Yucheng's person.
As long as the two alchemy societies agree, the competition can take place!
As soon as President Meng finished speaking, Ren Xi frowned, "This isn't appropriate. Qiu Fang is only a Yellow-level Alchemist. He's not trying to qualify for the Xuan-level exam. And this is a Xuan-level competition. It wouldn't be fair to let him participate."
Chairman Meng said, "At least Qiu Fang is still Yellow Grade, while this Dan Master Ning is only at a Fixed Grade, not even Yellow Grade. Isn't that fair? Of course, if you're afraid of losing, you can choose a true Xuan Grade Dan Master to participate, but the age difference between them and Dan Master Ning can't be too big."
Ren Xi's heart moved.
President Meng is right. Although Qiu Fang is not at the Xuan level, he is at least at the Huang level.
But this little girl is nothing!
This kind of competition opportunity is extremely rare. Isn't it like even God is favoring their Pingzhou Dan Club!
As for the Xuan-level alchemists in Pingzhou... the youngest one should be in his thirties. It would be inappropriate for him to be compared with Master Ning at this age.
So Ren Xi turned his inquiring eyes to Qiu Fang, asking what he meant.
As far as Ren Xi knew, Qiu Fang's family had a long tradition of learning and although he was only at the Yellow level, he actually knew a little about Xuan level elixirs, but his success rate was not that high.
But he is not tall, so does that mean Master Ning Dan is tall?
She is even younger than Qiu Fang!
The more I thought about it, the more I felt that the chances of success in this competition were extremely high, and not agreeing would simply be a missed opportunity.
Qiu Fang's eyes moved and he nodded without hesitation.
"I agree with Bee."
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