Immortality and cultivation begin with alchemy and accounting.

Chapter 38 Bai Qingbai's Plans

"Uncle Qingbai said that we should select some outstanding young alchemists based on the share of Huangyudan and send them to him during the clan meeting so that he can personally guide them in the training of Bishuidan."

"During this period, the expenses incurred in learning how to refine the Azure Water Pill were covered by the second branch's public funds..."

"However, there are only three spots available."

"Xuanjing, you are now ranked second among the younger generation, which meets the criteria."

Bai Jingming said with a light laugh.

As a second-tier alchemist, Bai Qingbai's alchemy skills are naturally beyond question.

Having him provide guidance for a period of time would definitely be helpful to these young alchemists.

Moreover, the materials needed for the entire process, such as Bishui Dan, do not need to be paid for out of pocket, which can greatly reduce the burden.

Thinking of this, Bai Xuanjing's eyes lit up.

Immediately afterwards, Bai Jingming released another bombshell: "Old Master Bai Qingbai has accumulated a considerable fortune over the years in the family and is also very caring towards the younger generation's cultivation."

He also declared that if these three disciples, whom he personally mentored, could gain his approval...

He will provide an additional subsidy for the purchase of specific resources, such as mid-grade first-tier alchemy furnaces, alchemy manuals, and spiritual herb materials... In other words, he can give you extra subsidies when you purchase these kinds of things.

As they spoke, Bai Jingming expressed great admiration and respect for Bai Qingbai.

In his youth, he also worked as an apprentice in the alchemy workshop.

At that time, Bai Qingbai was not yet the head of the hall, but only served as an instructor in the alchemy hall, and personally taught Bai Jingming.

Moreover, Bai Qingbai's conduct and character over the years have indeed been exemplary.

Upon hearing this, a strange light flashed in Bai Xuanjing's eyes.

He understood what Bai Jingming meant.

Bai Qingbai's move is equivalent to establishing a "scholarship".

However, instead of directly distributing spirit stones, they were distributed as a discount on alchemy supplies.

This kind of benefit isn't available to everyone.

It can only be done by gaining his approval!

Bai Xuanjing had planned to buy a pill-refining furnace during her trip home, and it would be even better if she could take advantage of Bai Qingbai's benefits!

"Second Uncle, are there any other young alchemists who haven't returned to the family?" After thinking for a moment, Bai Xuanjing suddenly asked.

He worried that other alchemists would return and push him down in the rankings.

Bai Jingming said calmly, "There are a few who came back even later than you, but their talent is not as good as Xuanluo's..."

As he spoke, Bai Jingming suddenly realized that he hadn't expected Bai Xuanjing to have such a high success rate in elixirs.

Life is unpredictable, so one should not make definitive statements.

So he changed his tune and said, "You're currently in second place, so the chances of you falling are pretty small. We'll find out the truth in a few days."

Afterwards, Bai Jingming redeemed the extra Huang Yudan to Bai Xuanjing according to her contribution points.

Eighty-four yellow jade pills, which make up exactly twenty-eight bottles of medicine.

The Bai family had no intention of competing with their own disciples for profits. They paid much higher prices for the pills their disciples made than those from outside, with the aim of cultivating their disciples' alchemy skills.

One bottle of pills is worth twenty contribution points.

In this way, Bai Xuanjing gained 700 contribution points.

That's equivalent to seven hundred low-grade spirit stones!

Lu Jinyan stood there dumbfounded, and even Bai Xuangu was somewhat surprised.

"When it comes to making money, no one can compare to those cultivators who excel in all the arts of cultivation," Bai Jingming said with a smile.

That being said, even a master alchemist with average skills could not earn such a high income!

Ultimately, it's because Bai Xuanjing has a relatively high success rate in achieving the desired elixir.

Then his expression turned serious. "Seven hundred contribution points is no small amount. This matter must not be known to outsiders, lest money tempt people."

Bai Xuanjing nodded in agreement.

But he started to make plans in his mind.

Bai Xuanjing originally intended to use those 700 contribution points to purchase a mid-grade first-level alchemy furnace.

However, if one can gain Bai Qingbai's approval and receive the benefits he distributes, one can expect to save a considerable amount of contribution points.

Thinking this, Bai Xuanjing looked towards the kitchen.

The people around him, Bai Xuangu and his wife, and Bai Jingming, all treated him very well.

Bai Xuanjing is not a short-sighted person who is ungrateful and only greedy for personal gain.

"Although my elder brother holds a high position in the clan's guard hall, he doesn't understand the various arts of cultivation, and his source of spirit stones is basically just his salary."

Supporting a large family, and with Mingyuan about to enter the Daoist path, the eldest brother is actually not well-off.

A cultivator in the late stage of Qi Refining can manipulate multiple magical artifacts to fight enemies simultaneously.

However, after her sister-in-law broke through to the late stage of Qi Refining, apart from a single high-grade first-tier attack magic weapon, she used all the old magic weapons.

If the contribution is sufficient, why not buy a ritual object for your sister-in-law?

If there aren't enough contribution points, buy some top-quality medicinal herbs for Mingyuan to use for marrow cleansing.

Bai Xuanjing made up her mind and decided how to use these contribution points.

Dinner was ready during the conversation.

The group of people arrived at the hall and took their seats one after another.

Bai Jingming took out a jar of orange thorn fruit wine and said with a smile, "It's rare for everyone to get together like this. This orange thorn fruit wine was a gift from Uncle Qingshan."

Although it was made by a rogue cultivator, the taste is truly excellent. The yeast is a family heirloom of that cultivator, and it cannot be bought in ordinary places. You should all give it a try.

Then he slapped his forehead, "I almost forgot! Uncle Qingshan specifically instructed me that the Firefly was obtained from Xuanjing, and asked me to send Xuanjing a pot of wine as well. Don't forget to come and get it from me later!"

After saying that, without waiting for Bai Xuanjing to reply, Bai Jingming raised his wine glass.

"Dry!"

No one said much; they all raised their glasses and drank.

After a few rounds of drinks, Bai Jingming brought up the matter of the Lu siblings, saying, "I heard from Xuan Gu that your Lu family is looking for a first-grade high-level alchemist."

That's not difficult. Come find me tomorrow, and I'll introduce you to someone.

This person frequents the vicinity of Qianyang Market and is also close to your Lu family's White Stone Island. You can discuss the specifics of your cooperation!

Upon hearing this, Lu Jinyan and Lu Jinxiu, brother and sister, both breathed a sigh of relief, raised their glasses, and drank them down in one gulp.

After a hearty meal and some casual conversation, Bai Jingming got up to take his leave.

Baek Hyun-kyung's house is quite large, with many guest rooms.

After settling the Lu siblings in, Bai Xuanjing returned to her own room.

The room's decor and layout were exactly the same as when he left, and it wasn't covered in dust from being uninhabited for so long.

Baek Hyun-kyung lay down on the bed.

Having returned from the open sea, I was filled with anxiety and fear. Now that I've suddenly relaxed, I feel a wave of fatigue wash over me.

In the Bai family's territory, there was no need to worry about his safety, and he fell into a deep sleep.

……

On the second day,

Although the clan gathering was on holiday, Bai Xuangu was not idle. He received a clan order early in the morning and went to the clan guard hall with Wu Yuxiu.

Bai Jingming acted decisively and without hesitation. After making his promise last night, he took the Lu siblings to find the alchemist this morning.

Bai Xuanjing was left behind with Bai Mingyuan and Bai Ling'er.

Being bothered by two nine-year-old children, although it was a bit noisy, was also a rare moment of peace and quiet, which Bai Xuanjing found quite pleasant.

Meanwhile, the tortoise was sunbathing in the yard.