The Divine Urban Physician

Chapter 3225: Chapter 4002: I Won’t Abandon Her (Fifth Update)

"A competition?"

Ye Chen touched his nose and smiled, "My skills in the Dao of Alchemy are mediocre; I wouldn’t dare compare myself to the esteemed Pill Emperor. There’s no need for this competition. I concede."

Ye Chen simply wanted to find the second drop of the Bloodline Origin and did not wish to stir up trouble.

However, his words sounded extremely offensive to Yang Lie and Yang Teng, as if they were being belittled and insulted.

Yang Teng said, "Little Brother Ye, if you don’t even dare to compete with me, how can you be qualified to be Miss Qing’s master?"

Ye Chen smiled, "Whether I am qualified or not is of no concern to Brother Yang. Miss Qing will decide for herself."

"Master, you should compete with him and show him your abilities!"

Qing Qiuyun could not stand Yang Teng’s relentless pressure.

She wanted Ye Chen to show his prowess and prove to everyone that she had not chosen the wrong master, and that Ye Chen was indeed a true genius!

"There’s no benefit in fighting. I have more important matters to attend to."

Ye Chen shook his head, unwilling to create more disputes.

"Master!"

Qing Qiuyun felt disheartened and disappointed, thinking Ye Chen was so unassuming, could he endure being stepped on just to find this so-called Bloodline Origin?

"Hehe, I wonder what urgent matters Little Brother Ye has. Perhaps my Pill Emperor clan could assist you."

Yang Teng sneered, assuming that Ye Chen was making excuses to avoid a fight.

"I am searching for a spiritual artifact known as the Bloodline Origin. If Brother Yang can provide any clues, I would gladly accept any challenge."

Ye Chen did not hide his intentions and spoke directly.

"The Bloodline Origin?"

Yang Teng was momentarily stunned, having never heard of such an artifact, and turned to Danhuang Yang Lie, "Father, have you heard of it?"

"The Bloodline Origin, isn’t that another name for the Jade Golden Dew?"

Danhuang Yang Lie furrowed his brows and said, "This Jade Golden Dew is one of the prizes at this year’s Pill Venerate Conference. It contains enormously potent energy and can greatly enhance the quality of one’s bloodline. However, this artifact is not suitable for human consumption; it is only suitable for Pet Beast devouring. I don’t know why Little Brother Ye seeks it."

"The Bloodline Origin, called Jade Golden Dew, is a prize at the Pill Venerate Conference?"

Upon hearing Danhuang Yang Lie’s words, Ye Chen was utterly shocked.

He never expected that the Bloodline Origin had another name, Jade Golden Dew, and it was one of the prizes at this Pill Venerate Conference.

"Sure enough, the Bloodline Origin is connected to the Pill Venerate Conference! I knew it, my Heavenly Eye couldn’t be wrong!"

Ye Chen thought to himself, looking at Danhuang Yang Lie, "Master Danhuang, does it mean if I participate in the Pill Venerate Conference and win, I can obtain this Jade Golden Dew?"

"Hehe, does Little Brother Ye want to participate in the Pill Venerate Conference?"

Danhuang Yang Lie chuckled.

"If I can truly obtain the Jade Golden Dew, I will definitely participate in the Pill Venerate Conference."

Finally having confirmed the exact information about the Bloodline Origin, Ye Chen’s heart was ablaze.

"Hmph, do you think the Pill Venerate Conference is held by your family, that any cat or dog could participate? Without our Core Tower’s approval, you have no qualification to compete!"

On the side, Qing Zhenzhong was furiously glaring at Ye Chen.

He was totally opposed to Qing Qiuyun acknowledging Ye Chen as her master!

Even if Ye Chen truly excelled in medical and martial arts or the Dao of Alchemy, he would not consent.

Because Ye Chen was simply too young!

If Ye Chen became Qing Qiuyun’s master, in terms of seniority, they would be on equal standing, which was simply unacceptable!

Seeing Qing Zhenzhong’s enraged demeanor, Ye Chen felt helpless and gave Qing Qiuyun a sideways glance.

You troublesome girl!

If only you’d lay low, I wouldn’t be in such a difficult position!

"Little Brother Ye, you haven’t passed the Core Tower assessment, have you?"

Danhuang Yang Lie’s eyes narrowed slightly as he asked.

"I do not know what this assessment is since this is my first time here."

Ye Chen shook his head, returning from his thoughts.

"Hehe, the Core Tower is an alchemy organization in Boundary City, presided over by the Qing family and many Dao of Alchemy families. Unless you have a special entry, participating in the Pill Venerate Conference requires passing the Core Tower assessment."

"If you don’t even have the courage to compete with my son in alchemy, there’s no need to take the assessment; you have no qualification to compete."

Danhuang Yang Lie smirked slightly, a hint of disdain in his eyes.

"Little Brother Ye, the Core Tower assessment ended a month ago, and the Pill Venerate Conference is in three days, so it’s too late for you to compete. Seems like you won’t be obtaining that Jade Golden Dew, quite unfortunate."

Yang Teng also chuckled, feeling delighted seeing Ye Chen wanting to participate in the Pill Venerate Conference but being unable to join.

Listening to the words of the two, Ye Chen’s expression became very grim.

"Ye Chen, if you wish to compete, it’s not impossible."

Suddenly, Qing Zhenzhong shifted his tone.

"Does Elder Qing permit me to compete?"

Ye Chen’s eyes lit up upon hearing his words.

Qing Zhenzhong was not only the family head of the Qing family but also the head of the Core Tower. If he agreed, Ye Chen could certainly get a special entry to compete.

"Hehe, I can give you a special entry to participate in the Pill Venerate Conference, but only if you leave my daughter and terminate the master-disciple relationship."

Qing Zhenzhong said coldly.

"Father!"

Qing Qiuyun exclaimed anxiously upon hearing Qing Zhenzhong’s words.

"Terminate the master-disciple relationship?"

Ye Chen’s eyes grew cold, surprised by Qing Zhenzhong’s demand.

"This Qing Zhenzhong certainly knows how to handle affairs."

Danhuang Yang Lie stroked his beard, nodding silently.

Qing Zhenzhong’s actions were clearly a threat to Ye Chen while maintaining his dignity.

"Little Brother Ye, Miss Qing is a fine jade, don’t waste her time. Terminating the master-disciple relationship and allowing Miss Qing to join my Pill Emperor clan is the best course of action."

Yang Teng persuaded, his eyes sneaking glances at Qing Qiuyun, full of excitement and fervor.

As long as Qing Qiuyun left Ye Chen and joined his father, he could marry her and enjoy the blessing of beauty.

Ye Chen remained silent, not saying a word.

"Master..."

Qing Qiuyun bit her lips tightly, her beautiful eyes fixed on Ye Chen, afraid he might actually agree to terminate the relationship.

"I’m sorry, I refuse."

Ye Chen shook his head and looked at Qing Zhenzhong, "Elder Qing, having promised to take Qiuyun as my disciple, I cannot abandon her at will. I apologize for any inconvenience."

Although Ye Chen wasn’t keen on being Qing Qiuyun’s master, since he had agreed, the bond of karma had formed and couldn’t be severed by mere words from others.

One must resolve their own karma; Ye Chen would not be coerced by others.

"You!"

Qing Zhenzhong, seeing Ye Chen’s resolute demeanor, a fire of anger surged on his face, "Do you not wish to attend the Pill Venerate Conference or want the Jade Golden Dew?"

"I wish to attend and desire it, but a man of honor acts with integrity. I will not leave Qiuyun."

Ye Chen still shook his head.