"I see." After listening to Yun Yun's words, Gu He nodded as if he had suddenly realized something. Then, with a deep tone, he said, "Actually, I don't really agree with Yanran's marriage contract with that Xiao Yan."
"After all, Yanran is destined to become the next sect master of the Yunlan Sect. How could someone like Xiao Yan, who only has the strength of a third-level Dou Disciple, ever be worthy of her?"
"Elder Gu He, you think so too?" Yun Yun's bright eyes lit up, and a smile appeared on her delicate face.
She had always felt a sense of guilt about the annulment of the engagement, but after hearing Gu He's words, she suddenly felt that she hadn't done anything wrong.
That Xiao Yan simply wasn't good enough for her precious disciple.
"Of course," Gu He nodded slightly and spoke slowly, "I've watched Yanran grow up, and I don't want her bright future to be ruined by a mere marriage contract. Since that's the case, we shouldn't delay the matter of annulling the engagement."
" Then Elder Gu He, I'll trouble you to prepare the Qi Gathering Pill." Perhaps because Gu He's words had struck a chord with her, Yun Yun's face was adorned with a radiant smile as she looked at him.
Seeing her smile, Gu He couldn't help but feel a slight stir in his heart. No wonder his predecessor had been so infatuated with Yun Yun. Even now, he found it hard to resist her charm.
"Yanran is like a junior to me, and it's only right that I refine the Qi Gathering Pill for her," Gu He said with a smile, quickly regaining his composure. As he spoke, he reached out to take the ring from Yun Yun's palm.
"Elder Gu He, your kindness toward Yanran will not go unnoticed. I'll make sure to tell her of your efforts," Yun Yun said, a smile lingering at the corner of her mouth.
"In that case, I'll return tomorrow to collect the Qi Gathering Pill," she added, turning slowly as if to leave.
"Sect master, wait a moment," Gu He called out, his expression serious. "Refining the Qi Gathering Pill is a simple task. There's no need to wait until tomorrow. The sooner we annul the engagement, the better. I'll start refining the Pill now."
Yun Yun was slightly taken aback but quickly nodded in agreement. "That's fine."
"Then I'll trouble you to wait here for a while." Seeing her nod, Gu He took the ring and prepared to head to the alchemy room.
"Elder Gu He, is there anything I can do to help?" Yun Yun hesitated for a moment before speaking, her red lips parting slightly.
Seeing Gu He's gaze, she added with a hint of embarrassment, "The annulment of the engagement is a significant event in Yanran's life. As her master, I should do my part."
Gu He was momentarily surprised but then nodded. "In that case, Sect master, please follow me."
With a light nod, Yun Yun followed Gu He gracefully into the alchemy room.
Inside the room, a red medicinal cauldron stood at the center, about half a meter in height.
The cauldron was dark red, with faint glimmers of light reflecting off its surface.
At its base were four intricately carved snake heads, their mouths forming interconnected flames holes that curved and narrowed as they delved deeper into the cauldron, hinting at some hidden mechanism.
The top of the cauldron was adorned with a giant serpent design, and a special hole in the lid served as the entry point for medicinal materials.
Scattered across the lid were small holes made of ice silver, designed to dissipate heat and prevent the cauldron from bursting under high temperatures.
In the middle of the cauldron was a transparent mirror made of cold ice, allowing the alchemist to observe the refining process clearly.
The surface of the cauldron was decorated with lifelike carvings of magical beasts, so vivid they seemed almost alive.
This cauldron, known as the Red Snake Cauldron, was a four-mouthed cauldron.
In the world of alchemy, a good cauldron could significantly increase the success rate of refining.
Gu He recalled that in the original book, besides the list of Heavenly Flame, there was also a list of heavenly cauldrons. These cauldrons were renowned for their perfection and were highly sought after by alchemists.
Although the Red Snake Cauldron in Gu He's possession wasn't as famous as those on the Heavenly Cauldron List, it was far superior to ordinary cauldrons.
As he gazed at it, he suddenly thought of his disciple, who lacked a good cauldron. 'Perhaps I'll gift this to him next month,' he mused.
Turning to Yun Yun, who stood behind him, Gu He retrieved a cattail fan from his ring and handed it to her.
The fan was made of an unknown bird's feathers, adorned with golden patterns, giving it a delicate and elegant appearance.
"Why are you giving me this fan?" Yun Yun asked, puzzled, as she took the golden fan from his hand.
Gu He smiled lightly. "Sect master, if you truly wish to help, why not fan me a couple of times? It's quite hot in this alchemy room."
"Uh…" Yun Yun stared at him in surprise, her red lips parting slightly. "You want me to fan you?"
"Why not? If you're unwilling, you may leave first," Gu He replied indifferently. "Refining the Qi Gathering Pill is a simple task. I don't require assistance."
As he spoke, he began arranging the materials for the Qi Gathering Pill on the table beside him.
Hesitating for a moment, Yun Yun finally set aside her dignity as the sect leader and began to fan Gu He gently with the golden fan.
Feeling the cool breeze, Gu He felt a sense of satisfaction. 'The sect master of the Yunlan Sect fanning me personally—this is quite the privilege.'
With a calm mind, Gu He extended his palm, and a purple flame suddenly ignited in his hand. As the flame appeared, the temperature in the room rose sharply.
"This… purple flame?" Sensing the change in the room, Yun Yun couldn't help but stare at the flame in Gu He's hand, her beautiful eyes filled with shock. "This is a Heavenly flame!"
Although Yun Yun wasn't an alchemist, she recognized the rarity of Heavenly flame. 'When did Elder Gu He obtain a Heavenly flame?' she wondered, her gaze lingering on him with curiosity.
At that moment, Gu He was fully focused on refining the medicine and didn't notice Yun Yun's reaction.
With a swift motion, he grabbed a handful of medicinal herbs and tossed them into the cauldron. His movements were fluid and precise, as if he were plucking leaves from a tree.
Within the Red Snake Cauldron, the purple flames obediently transformed into dozens of smaller flames, enveloping the medicinal materials.
Watching Gu He's effortless and graceful movements, Yun Yun's eyes were filled with amazement. The transformation in his demeanor was striking.
Every movement he made now seemed natural and captivating, leaving her in awe.
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