Chapter 311: Pill Tower's First Elder Visit
The warm sunlight illuminated the strange flowers and exotic plants in the courtyard, casting a colorful glow on the petals and leaves swaying in the breeze. Vines and flowers grew in layers on the high walls, spreading their fragrance throughout the area.
Sipping his tea in the courtyard, Xiao Ming admired the scenery, feeling a sense of peace in his heart.
Tap, tap!
Suddenly, he heard footsteps and turned to see a young girl in uniform approaching him.
"Xiao Qing? The courtyard has been cleaned today, hasn't it?"
Xiao Ming's residence was not big, nor was it small, and it required daily cleaning. Xiao Qing was responsible for cleaning and also served as a maid to deliver messages.
"Master Xiao Ming, someone from the Pill Tower is here to see you. He said it's an Elder of the Pill Tower."
"Oh? Please invite him in."
...
Soon, Xiao Qing brought the Elder into the courtyard.
Upon seeing the visitor, Xiao Ming showed surprise on his face.
"First Elder Qiu Ling, I didn't expect you to come personally."
"Does it surprise you that the old man came?" Qiu Ling chuckled.
"Indeed, I am a little surprised. After all, you have many responsibilities as the First Elder... Please have a seat."
"No need to. Your soul has entered the Spirit Realm, right? In that case, you will soon become one of the core members of the Pill Tower as one of the Eight Great Elders. I came to take you to meet the other Elders and the Three Association Heads."
"Haha, speaking of which, your name as the first genius has echoed throughout the Central Region in recent days. Everyone is curious about you."
"First Elder is just joking. The Central Region has hidden tigers and crouching dragons, this first genius may not be so true..." Being famous was a good thing, Xiao Ming initially wanted to make a name for himself, but being too famous was not always a good thing.
"You don't need to be too modest. You deserve this first place." Qiu Ling smiled and led the way back on the same path he had come.
"You must be Xiao Ming? You're quite impressive, little friend. I wonder who was lucky enough to take you as their disciple. It's truly envy-inducing," said one of the three Association Heads.
This man had a face full of deep wrinkles, and his eyes were tiny and intricate. However, they exuded a sense of warmth and friendliness.
"Senior is kidding," replied Xiao Ming, bowing politely.
"I'm not kidding. Achieving the level of an eighth-tier alchemist at your age is a remarkable feat. There's no one else on the continent who has done it," said the elder, sweeping his gaze over Xiao Ming with admiration. "I'm Xuan Kong Zi, and if you don't mind, you may address me as Old Xuan."
The Eight Great Elders sitting on the side looked a bit strange when they heard this. It seems that the Association Head Xuan Kong Zi held Xiao Ming in high regard.
"Since that's the case... I will respectfully comply with Old Xuan's request," said Xiao Ming without refusing.
Xuan Kong Zi smiled and said to Qiu Ling, who had just come in, "Qiu Ling, let Xiao Ming take a seat."
Qiu Ling bowed and took the seat on the left, while Xiao Ming took the remaining seat after bowing.
"The purpose of convening the elder's meeting today is probably known to everyone. It's to get to know Xiao Ming, our youngest Eight Great Elder. Please introduce yourselves first."
Xiao Ming's situation was quite special. He had only joined the Pill Tower a few days ago and had already risen to the core of it. The Pill Tower had never encountered such a situation before, and it was quite amusing to think that Xiao Ming didn't even know the names of the Eight Great Elders.
"I'm Tian Lei Zi," said the stern-looking elder on the right side of Xuan Kong Zi, who spoke first.
"Xuan Yi," said the beautiful woman with a slight smile.
"I'm Sheng Yao, in charge of..."
"..."
Everyone introduced themselves to Xiao Ming in a very calm tone, especially the Eight Great Elders, who did not look down on him because of his youth, but instead took him very seriously.
After all, Xiao Ming had already reached the same level as them at such a young age, and they had no reason to be proud.
The self-introduction didn't take much time, and soon Xiao Ming knew everyone's name.
"Alright, the self-introduction is over. Next, I will tell you some things to pay attention to as one of the Eight Great Elders, as well as some benefits."
"Huh? Am I taking over as one of the Eight Great Elders now? Wasn't I the backup of the Eight Great Elders before?" Xiao Ming expressed some confusion.
