Chapter 137 Xiao Yan Becomes a Disciple

The six-winged black snake king was extremely fast. In a short time, he brought everyone to the office of the dean of the outer courtyard of Canaan College.

Xiao Ling jumped down first, followed closely by the others. Xiao Ling knocked on the door lightly, and a calm "come in" came from inside.

Everyone walked into the office and saw Vice President Hu Qian sitting at the table, flipping through a thick book.

The dean raised his head and looked at them, his eyes lingering on Xiao Yan, Little Medical Fairy and Qing Lin for a moment, then he smiled and said to Xiao Ling: "Xiao Ling, you went out and brought back some good seedlings."

Xiao Ling first introduced them and then said, "Dean, these talents are all extraordinary. I want to take them back to the academy and train them well."

The dean nodded, turned to Xiao Yan and the others, and said gently: "Since you have come to Canaan College, you must abide by the rules of the college, practice hard, and don't waste time."

Xiao Yan and others responded in unison: "Yes, Dean!"

The dean continued: "Xiao Ling, please arrange their accommodation first, and then take them to familiarize themselves with the college's environment and rules tomorrow."

Xiao Ling responded: "Okay, Dean, but Xian'er and Qinglin will return to the inner courtyard with me."

Hearing this, Hu Qian looked at Xiao Ling strangely, "This boy actually brought back two girls during a trip. It seems that the relationship is not normal. Alas, young man..."

But he still didn't ask too much, "Since you are the elder of the academy, and the strength of these two girls also meets the requirements, I will go back to the inner courtyard with you. But as for Xun'er, tsk tsk..."

After scratching his head, Xiao Ling did not answer the question and changed the subject, "Dean, judging from the aura emanating from your body, you must have broken through to the Douzong realm."

Hearing Xiao Ling's words, the little medical fairy and Qing Lin behind them didn't react at all. After all, there was an eighth-level alchemist beside them who was much stronger than Douzong.

Xiao Yan's pupils shrank suddenly. He didn't expect that this old man with an ordinary temperament was actually a strong Dou Zong. He had seen many strong Dou Emperors in his life. Seeing a strong Dou Zong with his own eyes, this It's the first time.

Hearing Xiao Ling's words, Hu Qian laughed loudly, "Thanks to your sect-breaking pill, the quality is really good. It helped me a lot when I broke through the Douzong. Even the old man Huo, I also quit seclusion not long ago and my cultivation level has reached the realm of Douzong.”

Xiao Ling said with a smile: "The college is lucky that the dean can make a successful breakthrough. I wonder if the dean will have new plans for the future development of the college after the breakthrough?"

Hu Qian narrowed his eyes slightly, thought for a moment and said: "With such strength, it is natural to strive for more resources for the college and cultivate more outstanding students. Xiao Ling, as the elder of the college, you have to pay more attention."

Xiao Ling nodded solemnly: "Don't worry, Dean, I will do my best. However, the acquisition of these training resources may require long-term consideration."

Hu Qian agreed: "Yes, this matter cannot be rushed. By the way, did you encounter any powerful opponents or troublesome troubles this time?"

Xiao Ling replied: "We encountered some minor twists and turns in the Jia Ma Empire, but they were successfully resolved. It's just that the situation in the Black Corner Region is becoming more and more complicated, and all forces are ready to take action."

Hu Qian frowned: "It seems that our college also needs to prepare a countermeasure."

Xiao Ling continued: "Dean, I will stay in the inner courtyard for a while. If the elders in the academy need to ask me to refine elixirs, they can prepare the medicinal materials and come to me. If the medicinal materials are not enough, If so, you can exchange it for some treasures of the same value."

Hu Qian nodded: "Well, I will have a good talk with them about this matter. You take them to settle down first."

"In that case, Dean, I won't disturb you and continue your work."

After that, Xiao Ling took Xiao Yan, Little Medical Fairy and Qing Lin out of the dean's office and headed to the residence prepared for them.

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Xiao Ling first settled the little medical fairy and Qing Lin in his quiet courtyard in the outer courtyard.

The small courtyard is filled with the fragrance of flowers, and a few old trees cast a shade.

Xiao Ling said gently: "You can rest peacefully here, and we will go to the inner courtyard together tomorrow."

Qing Lin and Little Medical Fairy nodded in agreement, their eyes full of expectation.

As for Zi Yan, she was already lying in Xiao Ling's room, fast asleep.

After waving to Xiao Yan behind him, Xiao Ling smiled faintly and said, "I guess you can't wait any longer. I will take you to see the elder Huo you have been thinking about for a long time."

Later, Xiao Ling took Xiao Yan on the bluestone path leading to the Medicine Refining Department.

On both sides of the path, colorful butterflies dance among the lush flowers, and the breeze blows, bringing bursts of fragrance. The sun shines through the gaps in the leaves, casting tiny shadows.

Since it was class time now, no students from the outer college came out, which made the college seem quite peaceful.

Along the way, Xiao Yan also asked Xiao Ling a lot about Canaan College. After all, if you are not familiar with the place, it is better to know more about it.

Xiao Ling explained the general situation to Xiao Yan. Anyway, with the status of his cousin, Xiao Yan must have a good life at Canaan College.

At the end of the bluestone path, several buildings quietly emerged. Xiao Ling raised his hand and pointed forward, and said to Xiao Yan: "In front of you is the Alchemy Department of Canaan College. In the next period of time, you will probably be there." Spend time here.”

Xiao Yan stared at the buildings that exuded a simple charm, his eyes full of anticipation and excitement. He nodded heavily and said, "Cousin, I will study hard and never let you down."

The two of them walked side by side and saw several students holding medicinal materials in front of the door of the Alchemy Department and discussing animatedly. Seeing Xiao Ling approaching, they were slightly startled at first, then their faces were full of surprise and reverence, and they saluted respectfully, "Hello, Elder Xiao Ling!"

Xiao Ling smiled faintly and nodded slightly in response.

Stepping into the gate, an open courtyard jumps into view. Various alchemy furnaces are arranged in an orderly manner in the courtyard. Green smoke curls up from some furnaces, and the strange fragrance of medicine fills the air.

Xiao Ling led Xiao Yan through the courtyard to a classroom. In the classroom, the instructor is writing complicated prescriptions on the blackboard, and the students are concentrating on recording. The instructor saw Xiao Ling, nodded slightly, and continued teaching.

Leaving the classroom and walking slowly along the long corridor, passing by alchemy rooms, you can hear voices of surprise or annoyance coming from inside from time to time.

At this time, several alchemist students came towards me. When they saw Xiao Ling, their eyes instantly lit up. They quickly stopped, bowed and saluted: "Hello, Elder Xiao Ling!"

"I'm so lucky today to be able to meet Elder Xiao Ling."

"Elder Xiao Ling, can you give us some advice on the ratio of this prescription? We have been discussing it for a long time with no result."

After hearing the students' inquiries, Xiao Ling stopped and patiently explained to them. The students suddenly understood and thanked them repeatedly.

Xiao Yan couldn't help but sigh: "My cousin is really respected in the medicine refining department."

Xiao Ling smiled and said: "This is all the result of hard work, and you will do the same in the future."

Xiao Ling took Xiao Yan outside Elder Huo's room. This room looked simple and solemn. The door was made of thick solid wood with mottled marks left by the years. There are several dried herbs hanging next to the door, exuding a faint medicinal fragrance.

Xiao Ling knocked on the door lightly, and a steady voice came from inside: "Come in."

When he opened the door, a strong medicinal fragrance hit his nostrils. The layout of the house is simple, and the surrounding shelves are filled with various bottles and jars and precious medicinal materials. Elder Huo was sitting at an old desk, carefully looking at a yellowed ancient book on refining medicine.

Xiao Ling and Xiao Yan walked into the house. Xiao Ling said with a smile: "Elder Huo, long time no see, you are still so focused on refining medicine."

Elder Huo raised his head, looked away from the ancient book, and responded with a smile: "Xiao Ling, have you gained anything from this trip?"

Xiao Ling nodded and said: "The harvest is very good. I got many precious medicinal materials that were not available before. I also saw many novel methods of refining medicine. My medicine refining skills have also made great progress."

Xiao Ling pointed to Xiao Yan beside him and said: "Elder Huo, this is my cousin Xiao Yan. Despite his young age, he is already a second-grade alchemist and extremely talented in refining medicine. and potential. I hope you can accept him as a disciple and teach him carefully."

When Elder Huo heard this, a trace of surprise flashed in his eyes. He looked at Xiao Yan carefully and said after a moment: "It is indeed not easy to become a second-grade alchemist at such an age. Xiao Yan, are you willing to accept me as your teacher?"

Xiao Yan quickly saluted respectfully and said: "It is Xiao Yan's honor to be able to worship Elder Huo as his teacher."

Elder Huo laughed loudly and said: "Okay, from today on, you are my disciple. You must study hard in the art of refining medicine in the future and don't slack off."

When Xiao Ling saw that Xiao Yan had successfully become a disciple, he was quite happy and said, "Elder Huo, this kid Xiao Yan is smart and eager to learn. I hope you will put more effort into cultivating him in the future."

Elder Huo nodded and said, "Xiao Ling, don't worry, since you have joined my sect, I will teach you everything you have."

Xiao Ling exchanged some insights and experiences in refining medicine with Elder Huo. Xiao Yan listened carefully and benefited a lot.

After a while, Xiao Ling said: "Elder Huo, then I won't disturb you in teaching Xiao Yan. I still have some matters to deal with."

Elder Huo waved his hand and said, "Go ahead and come back to me if you need anything."

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After Xiao Ling left, Elder Huo looked at Xiao Yan and said, "Xiao Yan, from today on, you must practice diligently and not be opportunistic. First, tell me about your previous experience in refining medicine and the techniques you have mastered."

Xiao Yan responded respectfully and began to tell Elder Huo about the alchemy knowledge he had learned before.

Elder Huo nodded slightly while listening to Xiao Yan's story, occasionally interjecting questions and pointing out the key points.

After Xiao Yan finished speaking, Elder Huo said slowly: "Although you have a certain foundation and are very solid, and presumably have studied well, you still have a lot of room for improvement. Next, I will provide you with information based on your situation. You make a special training plan.”

Xiao Yan's eyes were full of determination: "This disciple must go all out to live up to the elder's expectations."

Elder Huo smiled with satisfaction: "Okay, let's start with the most basic identification of medicinal materials and mastering their properties." As he spoke, he took down a few medicinal plants from the shelf and began to explain them in detail to Xiao Yan.

Xiao Yan listened attentively and raised his own questions from time to time. Elder Huo patiently answered them one by one.

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Xiao Ling left Elder Huo's yard and wandered around in the medicine refining department for a while.

Watching with interest the young alchemists focusing on the medicinal materials and pill furnaces in their hands, Xiao Ling couldn't help but feel gratified for the inheritance and development of the academy's alchemy lineage.

Afterwards, Xiao Ling returned to his original courtyard with brisk steps.

As soon as he was admitted to the hospital, Xiao Ling saw the Little Medical Fairy and Qing Lin sparring.

The little medical fairy has a light body, elegant and precise movements, and each move contains profound skills.

Qinglin was serious, trying to deal with Xiao Yixian's attack, but was obviously at a disadvantage.

Since Xiao Yixian's current cultivation was far higher than Qinglin's, and she was older than Qinglin, this competition was mainly Xiao Yixian's instruction to Qinglin.

Xiao Ling smiled slightly, did not make a sound to interrupt, but quietly found a stone bench to sit down and watch.

Xiao Yixian sometimes flicked her sleeves to dissolve Qinglin's attack, sometimes cleverly turned sideways, pointed out the flaws in Qinglin's moves, and patiently explained: "Qinglin, you need to pay attention to the stability of your breath when you attack, and the power must be concentrated on one point to exert the greatest power."

Qinglin's forehead was covered with fine beads of sweat, his eyes were firm, and he nodded repeatedly, constantly adjusting his movements according to Xiao Yixian's instructions.

Seeing Xiao Ling coming, the two women just turned their heads slightly, cast a greeting look at him, and then focused on this sparring again.

Xiao Ling's eyes were full of admiration. Although the two relied on their special physiques to improve their cultivation as easily as eating and drinking, they still had to have rich practical experience to become truly strong.

The sun shone on the three people, reflecting mottled light and shadows, and the whole courtyard was filled with a tense and harmonious atmosphere.

Xiao Ling just watched the sparring between Xiao Yixian and Qinglin quietly, and before he knew it, the sun was gradually setting in the west.

Xiao Yixian shouted softly, and her figure flashed, stopping the attack, and said: "Let's stop here today, Qinglin, you have made great progress. If you practice more, you will definitely be able to reach a higher level."

Qinglin panted heavily, with a grateful face: "Thank you sister Xiao Yixian for your guidance."

Xiao Ling stood up and said with a smile: "You have worked hard, let's take a rest first."

The three sat in the pavilion, and Xiao Ling took out some spiritual fruits and tea from the storage ring.

At this time, a slight noise suddenly came from Xiao Ling's room.

Xiao Ling got up and walked into the room, only to see Zi Yan, who was sleeping soundly, turned over and muttered, "Xiao Ling, I'm hungry."

Xiao Ling picked up Zi Yan's petite figure and put her on the seat, "You have a very good nose. I just took out some food and you woke up."

"Hehe, I'm not polite." Zi Yan smiled playfully, grabbed a fruit and stuffed it into her mouth.

Xiao Ling looked at the people in front of him, his heart full of warmth and peace.