"Among them, there are some fellow Daoists with outstanding talent in alchemy and deep personal achievements."
"Therefore, if Daoist Wang wants to find someone to spar and exchange insights, there will be plenty of opportunities and conditions in the near future."
After speaking, Lin Tianming smiled, showing a look of doubt on his face.
Upon hearing these words, Wang Lusheng was evidently prepared.
After all, Lin Tianmingâs confusion, if replaced by any cultivator, would likely have similar thoughts.
And Lin Tianmingâs meteoric rise in Qingzhou, reaching his current cultivation realm within a short hundred years, has gained him great reputation in Qingzhou.
To achieve this, Lin Tianming is certainly not an ordinary person, much less a fool.
Thinking this way, Lin Tianming, out of caution, would naturally have some doubts and unanswered questions.
Knowing this, Wang Lusheng replied without showing any emotion: "What Daoist Lin said is indeed reasonable."
"However, my identity, Daoist Lin must be very clear."
"When we reach this cultivation realm, whether in terms of cultivation or alchemy, the difficulty of improvement is surely known to Daoist Lin."
"Though Qingzhou has many cultivators, there are also plenty of Third Order Alchemists at the Golden Core level."
"But in reality, sparring with over ninety percent of the people yields hardly any results."
"In my view, only Daoist Lin, Sun Yushan, Tang Lifeng and a few others are truly my opponents."
"As for the others, Iâm not interested."
"In such circumstances, if I can spar with you all in the shortest time, then thereâs no need to participate in the Alchemist Conference held by Yulan Sect. I can quickly leave Qingzhou and continue my journey to other regions."
After Wang Lusheng finished speaking, he looked up at Lin Tianming, uncertain of what he was thinking.
Lin Tianming, hearing this explanation, although finding Wang Lushengâs argument somewhat far-fetched.
However, considering Wang Lusheng, the Alchemist competition held in Qingzhou is indeed not as significant as imagined.
At the very least, Wang Lusheng himself is one of Yunzhouâs Pride. His own cultivation realm and achievements in alchemy are not low.
Besides, he also has a powerful Nascent Soul force as his background, truly a Heavenâs Chosen Son, with every move watched by cultivators.
Previously, Wang Lusheng had already made a great name in Yunzhou, and his personal strength and achievements in alchemy need no further validation.
At the very least, winning the leader position in Qingzhouâs Alchemist competition wouldnât affect Wang Lushengâs record.
In such circumstances, participating in Yulan Sectâs Alchemist competition holds little significance for Wang Lusheng.
Furthermore, Wang Lusheng is not concerned about the rewards offered by Yulan Sect.
Given this, from Wang Lushengâs perspective, thereâs no need to linger on Qingzhou land.
Especially if Wang Lusheng can interact with his intended sparring target ahead of time, no need to waste time.
These are the current circumstances Wang Lusheng faces.
In reality, Wang Lusheng genuinely thinks this way.
Yet whether Lin Tianming believes this, Wang Lusheng himself is uncertain.
Nonetheless, regardless, he will say what he must, hoping that as long as Lin Tianming is somewhat smart, he wonât reject an opportunity for mutual gain.
After all, exchange and sparring are based on equal conditions, a mutual willingness.
Whether one can win and how much one gains depends entirely on oneâs insight.
Moreover, with Wang Lusheng proposing the idea of sparring, Lin Tianming doesnât need to give anything.
For this reason, anyone making a choice would be hard-pressed to refuse his proposal.
Understanding this, Wang Lusheng is quite confident in his plan.
Sure enough, after Lin Tianming pondered for a moment, he eventually decided to accept the sparring proposal.
From Lin Tianmingâs perspective, whether he wins or loses, he loses nothing.
And if he wins, he can easily acquire the needed Purple Monkey Flower, so why not?
Yet, due to his pride and usual conduct, Lin Tianming wonât take advantage of Wang Lusheng.
Thus at this moment, Lin Tianming looked at Wang Lusheng, smiled and said, "Daoist Wang, I accept your sparring proposal."
"Only, Iâm not someone who seeks quick gains, nor will I take advantage of you."
"So, let us each put forth a Fourth Order Treasure as a prize. Whoever wins the leader position in the Alchemist competition will win the otherâs treasure."
"As for the Purple Monkey Flower in your hands, I need it urgently, how about we exchange it now, and the item I exchange will surely not let Daoist Wang suffer."
"Right now, the Alchemist conference is about to start, even if Daoist Wang is impatient, thereâs no need to rush at this moment."
"Moreover, if Daoist Wang is indeed intent on dueling, why not wait until after the Alchemist conference ends, and we can find some quiet place to spar."
"You must know, I have long admired Daoist Wangâs cultivation strength and various divine skills."
"Thus, Iâve long wished to see whether Yunzhouâs Pride is stronger, or our Qingzhou cultivators from this barren land are better."
As soon as the words fell, Lin Tianming looked earnestly at Wang Lusheng, eyes gleaming with determination.
Meanwhile, an invisible battle intent spread, quickly pervading the Cave Mansion Courtyard.
And at this time, as a Golden Core Great Perfection cultivator and one of Yunzhouâs Pride, Wang Lusheng naturally perceived Lin Tianmingâs intense battle intent.
Affected by this, Wang Lusheng, who initially felt disappointed and intended not to waste time on the meaningless Alchemist conference competition.
But upon hearing Lin Tianmingâs challenge, feeling Lin Tianmingâs intense aura, Wang Lushengâs mind changed instantly.
Because he realized Lin Tianmingâs words are indeed justified.
After all, he came to Qingzhou with the purpose of gaining experience.
Moreover, more importantly, Lin Tianmingâs words and aura stirred his strong desire to fight.
Such desire was strong, complemented by Lin Tianmingâs unabashedly emitted battle intent, it lifted his desire to a higher plane.
Under this mentality, he couldnât help but desire a duel with Lin Tianming, eager to see what kind of combat strength Qingzhouâs most revered Nascent Soul Stage first strong cultivator has, and what sort of divine skills he possesses?
Thinking this, Wang Lusheng instantly became interested.
Thus, in the next moment, Wang Lusheng also showed a strong battle intent, and then directly responded.
"Very well! Daoist Lin, I accept your challenge!"
As soon as the words fell, Wang Lusheng patted his sleeve, and out of nowhere, a Jade Box appeared in his hand.
Then, Wang Lusheng waved his hand and threw the Jade Box towards Lin Tianming across.
Afterwards, Wang Lusheng explained without restraint: "Daoist Lin, this is the Purple Monkey Flower you need, keep it well."
At this point, Lin Tianming also withdrew his battle intent, showing a pleased smile.
In his heart, he hadnât expected Wang Lusheng to be so decisive and forthright.
Although his intention to duel was indeed present.
But in reality, his statement was partly meant to incite.
Yet who would have thought, Wang Lusheng was a man of character, and a battle enthusiast, accepting the challenge without hesitation when Lin Tianming mentioned sparring.
Such a result, Lin Tianming hadnât expected to achieve so easily before now.
But itâs good this way, his aim achieved.
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