Chapter 946 The Power of Blood
Mu Chi was a little anxious. Why didn't this old man say a word?
"Grandpa, I heard that you are a great lord-level alchemist. Could you give me some pointers?" Luo Li took the initiative to speak, with a hint of smile and tentativeness in her tone.
When Mu Zhengnian heard this, his eyes suddenly lit up.
He was already extremely obsessed with alchemy, and now that his granddaughter took the initiative to ask for advice, he suddenly felt a sense of pride in his heart.
He stroked his beard and said in a pretentiously serious tone, "Well, alchemy requires a calm mind and focused spirit. If you're interested, Grandpa will teach you everything he knows."
Luo Li smiled slightly and nodded, "I am also an alchemist, but naturally I cannot compare to what Grandpa has accumulated over the years. If Grandpa is willing, then I would still be more than happy to help you."
Mu Chi was relieved to see that the two of them were chatting happily. He had been worried that his father would appear stiff due to nervousness, but unexpectedly Luo Li's initiative broke the deadlock.
He quietly stepped aside, leaving space for the grandfather and grandson who were meeting for the first time.
Mu Zhengnian became more and more excited as he spoke, and even stood up, walked to Luo Li, and gestured with his hands and feet as he demonstrated the details of alchemy.
Although Luo Li had a cold personality, she was also infected by her grandfather's enthusiasm at this moment. She nodded in response from time to time, and a rare smile flashed in her eyes.
The atmosphere in the hall gradually became harmonious, as if the previous tension and strangeness had dissipated with the conversation between the two.
Mu Chi stood aside, watching this scene, feeling a lot of emotions in his heart.
Perhaps, this is the power of blood connection.
Half an hour passed before Mu Zhengnian finally stopped talking and stroked his mustache. "Alas, I'm still getting old. You're only in your twenties, a great lord-level alchemist. You have a bright future ahead of you."
Luo Li laughed, "Grandpa, you're too kind."
Mu Zhengnian said lovingly, "Grandpa is an alchemist, so he naturally knows how terrifying your talent is."
Luo Li smiled and said nothing.
Instead, Mu Zhengnian rolled his eyes and said, "Xiao Li, do you want to go back to Qingfeng Valley with grandpa and live for a while?"
Luo Li was slightly taken aback when she heard her grandfather's proposal, then shook her head, her tone gentle but firm: "Grandpa, thank you for your kindness. However, I still have some things to deal with in Buli City, so I can't leave for the time being."
Mu Zhengnian's eyes flashed with disappointment when he heard this, but he quickly adjusted his mood, smiled and nodded, saying, "Okay, since you have your own plans, Grandpa won't force you. However, if you ever want to come to Qingfeng Valley, you can come anytime. The gate of Qingfeng Valley is always open to you."
Luo Li felt warm in her heart and nodded, "Thank you, Grandpa. I will definitely visit you and my uncles in Qingfeng Valley when I have the chance."
Mu Chi felt relieved when he saw that his father did not force him.
He walked forward, patted Luo Li's shoulder, and said with a smile: "Xiao Li, since you have decided to stay in Buli City, then we will go back first. However, don't forget that Qingfeng Valley is also your home. You are welcome to come back at any time."
Luo Li smiled slightly and nodded: "I understand, uncle."
Mu Zhengnian glanced at the sky, stroked his beard, and said, "It's getting late, and we should set off. There's been a lot of activity in the Nine Heavens lately, and as the Valley Master, I really can't leave the Valley for too long. Once this storm is over, Grandpa will bring your uncles to Bulicheng to find you."
Luo Li grasped the key clue and frowned, "Ninth Heaven?"
"That's right," Mu Zhengnian nodded and said with a smile, "But it shouldn't be a big deal. Xiaoli, you are carrying the Phantom Spirit Pearl. Jiuchongtian will definitely find a way to take it away. You must take good care of yourself. If you encounter any difficulties, remember to contact us at any time."
Luo Li nodded in agreement and watched Mu Zhengnian and Mu Chi leave.
Mu Chi took a few steps and looked back at Luo Li, his eyes filled with reluctance and worry. He whispered to Mu Zhengnian, "Father, why don't you try to persuade her? She's been staying in the city all by herself, and she's been carrying the Phantom Spirit Pearl with her. I'm always a little worried."
Mu Zhengnian sighed and shook his head, saying, "Xiao Li has her own ideas. Now that she's made up her mind, there's no point in forcing her. Besides, she's achieved so much at such a young age, and there must be reasons for that. As elders, all we can do is support her from behind."
His eyes darkened. "If Jiuchongtian is willing to negotiate properly, that's fine. But if they dare to attack Xiaoli, we in Qingfeng Valley will naturally stand with Bulicheng."
Hearing this, Mu Chi nodded in agreement, "That's right. The continent has been quite unstable recently. When I return, I'll have my disciples be more cautious, just in case the Nine Heavens really do send someone to stay in the city."
"Okay." Mu Zhengnian nodded and said no more.
On the other side, Luo Li stood at the city gate, watching her grandfather and uncle's backs gradually walking away, with a complicated emotion in her heart.
Although she rejected her grandfather's invitation, deep down, she was not untouched by this sudden family affection.
But she has more important things to do.
"Young Master, where are you going next?" The guard from Bulicheng stepped forward and asked respectfully.
Luo Li collected her thoughts and said calmly, "Let's go to the alchemy room first. I still have some pills to refine."
The guard nodded in agreement and stepped aside.
Luo Li turned and walked towards the city, her steps firm and calm. She knew that she still had a long way to go, and family affection was perhaps only a part of it.
It was already the next afternoon when Luo Li finished refining the pill.
She changed into casual clothes and went to find Shi Heng.
It happened that Lan Xiaoxiao and the others were there too.
Luo Li walked into the yard and asked, "What are the movements of the You Clan?"
Lan Xiaoxiao saw Luo Li coming over and said with a smile, "Just as you expected, they didn't leave at all. They just had a few disciples leave in a swagger as a cover. But in fact, the strong men from several forces have secretly stayed in Buli City. They must want to rob the Phantom Spirit Pearl."
Luo Li curled her lips slightly, "Now they dare not declare war on Buli City, so they can only attack me through covert means. This way, Buli City will have no evidence and no way to gain an advantageous position to declare war."
Shi Heng also said: "We should start preparing."
Luo Li nodded slightly, a hint of coldness flashing in her eyes.
She had already anticipated that the You Clan, the Shenlong Clan and the Lord of Ten Thousand Gods would not give up the Phantom Pearl easily. This was their chance to ask for a reward from the True God.
Especially after the auction, these forces will inevitably take more covert measures to deal with her.
"Since they chose to act in secret, we don't have to be polite," Luo Li said calmly, yet with a hint of unquestionable determination. "Master, has the defense formation of Buli City been strengthened?"
Shi Heng nodded, his expression solemn. "We have already strengthened the city's defenses, especially around the City Lord's Mansion and your residence, as you instructed earlier. However, these powerful individuals are quite powerful, so we still need to be careful."
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