Chapter 2811
“No kidding, if it weren’t for Mr. Chen’s help, I’d still be enduring the torment of those demon cultivators.”
“You need to apologize to Mr. Chen right now…”
Suo Xing Yue shouted at Zhu Zhu!
Zhu Zhu looked hurt, while Kai replied graciously, “Elder Suo, there’s no need for anger. I truly can’t compare to your disciple at this level!”
As Suo Xing Yue heard this, he awkwardly remarked, “Mr. Chen, you shouldn’t downplay yourself. Even I can’t match you, and I fear my apprentice wouldn’t even withstand a light slap from you!”
On the side, Zhu Zhu felt increasingly offended by Suo Xing Yue’s dismissive words, but she remained silent out of respect!
“Elder Suo is being overly complimentary…” Kai smiled nonchalantly!
“Mr. Chen, please have a seat…” Suo Xing Yue welcomed Kai and Yih to sit down. He then instructed Zhu Zhu, “Go prepare some tea…”
Zhu Zhu reluctantly walked away, though Suo Xing Yue actually intended to support her, knowing that Kai’s visit likely had an important purpose!
Once Zhu Zhu had left, Suo Xing Yue turned to Kai and asked, “Mr. Chen, are you here for something specific?”
“If there’s something you need, just ask. I’ll do my best to help,” he continued. “However, if it’s about the Pill Master Association competition, I’m afraid I can’t assist. Though I’m a judge, the regulations here in Jialing County are strict, and I wouldn’t dare to bend the rules.”
Suo Xing Yue assumed that Kai sought his help to cheat in the pill refining competition since the Jade Tripod Sect was also participating, and winning would yield a substantial reward!
“Elder Suo, you’re mistaken. I’m not concerned with the pill refining competition. A friend of mine has been afflicted by a strange poison that prevents him from using his strength.”
Kai explained further, “I’ve examined him but can’t find a solution, so I would like to ask Elder Suo if you could help identify a cure.”
Upon hearing this, Suo Xing Yue regarded Yi He carefully, enveloping him in a wisp of energy.
After a moment, Suo Xing Yue’s expression grew serious, his brow furrowing!
“This is peculiar. Although the poison has rendered his strength unusable, why can’t I detect any toxins in his body?”
Suo Xing Yue remarked, confusion evident on her face!
“Elder Suo, the poison affecting my friend targets the sea of consciousness, making it undetectable in the body,” Kai clarified.
Upon hearing this, Suo Xing Yue sent her divine sense deeper into Yi He’s sea of consciousness!
After a moment of exploration, she withdrew her divine sense and stated, “Ah, I see. This is the first time I’ve encountered such a poison, and I can’t draw a definitive conclusion!”
“How about this: stay a while longer. When my senior brothers return, we can consult together to find a potential cure for the poison!”
“Thank you, Elder Suo,” Kai replied, his gratitude evident.
At that moment, Zhu Zhu returned with tea, pouring it for everyone while discreetly observing Kai!
“Mr. Chen, have you completed your Pill Master ranking test yet?” she inquired.
“Examination? I haven’t even taken the test yet…”
Kai admitted, still confused.
“Mr. Chen, to participate in this pill refining meeting, you must be a licensed pill refiner who has passed the test.”
Suo Xing Yue added anxiously, “The pill refining meeting is about to begin, and you haven’t even registered for the test!”
“What?” Kai was bewildered, having never heard this from the Third Elder. He asked, “What should I do now?”
“No need to worry, Mr. Chen. There’s an examination venue for pill refiners right here in Jialing County. I’ll have Zhu Zhu guide you there.”
“With Zhu Zhu leading you, the staff at that examination venue will likely give you some consideration. If all goes well, you could receive your pill refiner’s credentials today,” Suo Xing Yue assured him.
“Master, I have other matters to attend to and can’t go…”
Zhu Zhu interjected, visibly disappointed at this news!