The sky gradually darkened, and Lin Fan had long since completed refining all the pills. One particular pill, however, he did not swallow himself, as it would be extremely beneficial for his two disciples.
“Sky-Replenishing Pill!”
When consumed regularly, it could compensate for innate deficiencies in a martial artist, offering countless miraculous effects.
The “Sky-Replenishing Pill” required three ingredients in total. Though its rank was merely Earth Tier Lower Grade, the benefits it provided were invaluable to any martial artist.
Especially for Zhang Erdou and Feng Buju, it would have astonishing effects. Both had low cultivation levels and many innate flaws. With the “Sky-Replenishing Pill,” these flaws could be compensated for, allowing their cultivation to advance significantly.
Recently, under suitable conditions, Lin Fan would pat their heads and help improve their innate talents. This secondary profession had infinite potential, and Lin Fan knew he had barely scratched the surface of its true power. If he could master it completely, it would surely be extraordinary.
“Master, time for dinner,” said Zhang Erdou and Feng Buju, carrying a feast of food as they entered.
“Hmm,” Lin Fan nodded. Normally, if he wasn’t out, the two disciples would prepare and deliver his three daily meals.
Except for the rather poor living conditions, everything else was quite satisfactory in Lin Fan’s opinion.
As the sky gradually darkened, Lin Fan had already successfully completed the alchemy process, producing several pills. Among them, he refrained from consuming one particular pill, as it held significant benefits for his two disciples.
“The Heaven-Mending Pill!”
Long-term consumption of this pill could compensate for the innate deficiencies of martial artists, offering boundless benefits.
This “Heaven-Mending Pill” was crafted from three rare ingredients. Although it was only classified as a low-grade Earth-tier pill, its effects were immensely beneficial to any martial artist.
Especially for Zhang Er Gou and Feng Bu Jue, the effects were astonishing. Both had low cultivation levels and numerous personal deficiencies. With the “Heaven-Mending Pill” to address these shortcomings, their cultivation would advance significantly.
During this period, when conditions allowed, Lin Fan would also pat their heads to enhance their talents. This method of imparting skills was incredibly effective, and Lin Fan knew he hadn’t fully explored the depths of this technique. If he could truly master it, the results would be extraordinary.
“Master, it’s time for dinner,” Zhang Er Gou and Feng Bu Jue entered, carrying a lavish meal.
“Mm,” Lin Fan nodded. If he hadn’t gone out, Zhang Er Gou and Feng Bu Jue would prepare and deliver his three daily meals.
Except for the somewhat shabby living quarters, everything else seemed quite satisfactory to Lin Fan.
“Master, this is the Moon Laurel Fish that my junior brother and I caught from the upper stream of the sect’s river. It’s delicious,” Zhang Er Gou said, now accustomed to life on the Nameless Peak and his role as the master’s disciple.
Every day was filled with cultivation, casual banter, and leisurely strolls. To Zhang Er Gou, this life was blissful.
Especially since the master treated them well. Although the master occasionally exuded an air of aloofness, it was precisely this demeanor that won Zhang Er Gou’s admiration.
“Here are two pills. Take them after you return; they will benefit you,” Lin Fan tossed two “Heaven-Mending Pills” to them.
Zhang Er Gou’s face lit up with joy as he caught the pills, initially thinking they were the “Great Fan Brother” pills. However, upon seeing the unfamiliar pills, he couldn’t hide his disappointment.
It had been several days since he last took the “Great Fan Brother” pills, and he truly missed them.
Feng Bu Jue, with his broader knowledge, immediately sensed the potent energy within the pills upon receiving them. These were no ordinary pills.
“Thank you, Master,” Feng Bu Jue bowed in gratitude.
“Just make sure to repair the house for me,” Lin Fan said.
“Yes,” Feng Bu Jue nodded.
At this moment, Zhang Er Gou looked at Lin Fan with a pitiful expression, hesitating as he spoke, “Master, could I exchange this pill for the ‘Great Fan Brother’? I’ve lost weight these past few days and want to use the ‘Great Fan Brother’ to replenish my body.”
Zhang Er Gou truly missed the sensation. Although these new pills were undoubtedly extraordinary, if given the choice, he would still opt for the “Great Fan Brother,” as that was the pill a man should take.
Bold, majestic, and utterly satisfying.
“This is a divine pill, offering immense benefits to you. Are you sure you want to exchange it?” Lin Fan was taken aback, seeing the earnest look on Zhang Er Gou’s face. He couldn’t help but curse inwardly, thinking, “You say you’ve lost weight, but your room is already in shambles, with no decent place to stand, and you still want to continue poking the ground with that pill?”
It seemed the “Great Fan Brother” was indeed addictive.
“Yes, yes, I want to exchange it,” Zhang Er Gou nodded fervently, as if exchanging for the “Great Fan Brother” was the best deal.
Feng Bu Jue glanced at Zhang Er Gou, then at the pill in his hand, also considering the exchange. It didn’t seem like a bad idea.
Lin Fan was at a loss for words. Seeing Feng Bu Jue also tempted to exchange the pill, he wondered if his two disciples were destined to be ensnared by the allure of the “Great Fan Brother.”
Lin Fan cleared his throat, “I have something to say to you both. If you insist on exchanging, I will grant your wish.”
“Mm,” Zhang Er Gou nodded, slightly excited.
Lin Fan closed his eyes briefly, then opened them, his gaze deep and filled with boundless wisdom.
“Youth knows not the value of essence; old age gazes at the void with tears.”
“Think carefully about this before deciding whether to exchange,” Lin Fan spoke sincerely. If it weren’t for the fact that these two were his disciples, he wouldn’t have bothered.
Without partners and already addicted, what would happen if they found partners in the future?
“Master, I’ve already made up my mind. I still want to exchange,” Zhang Er Gou immediately responded as soon as Lin Fan finished speaking.
Lin Fan looked at Zhang Er Gou and finally relented. When regret comes knocking, don’t come crying to me.
“Get out of here,” Lin Fan tossed the pills to them and shooed them away like stray dogs.
This was truly disappointing. Could there still be any dignity left for the two disciples under my command? If this got out, how could I face the world?
“Master, you are truly the person I admire most in my life,” Zhang Er Gou was overjoyed, flattering Lin Fan to the heavens.
“And deliver these pills to them tomorrow. I’m too tired tonight; you can take them tomorrow,” Lin Fan instructed.
“Yes…”
With that, Zhang Er Gou and Feng Bu Jue quickly exited.
“Senior brother, what did the master mean by that sentence? I didn’t quite understand,” Feng Bu Jue recalled the master’s words, sensing profound wisdom within, but some terms eluded him, preventing deeper comprehension.
“How should I know? Our master is the most formidable person. Look at how quickly he concocted these pills today. That sentence must be a reflection of his life experiences, shared with us to impart some wisdom. In my view, the master must have a rich history, otherwise he wouldn’t speak such profound words,” Zhang Er Gou gazed into the night, proud to have such a mentor.
“Oh,” Feng Bu Jue felt his senior brother made a valid point.
Inside the house, Lin Fan was at a loss for words regarding his two disciples.
He glared fiercely at the “Great Fan Brother” pill in his hand, wondering what kind of effect it had that could so captivate his two disciples.
No, tonight I must try it for myself.
I refuse to believe that with my willpower, I can’t control it.
Damn it, I’ll take the risk. Who’s afraid of whom? I’m the one who concocted it; surely it can’t overpower me.
Without hesitation, Lin Fan popped a “Great Fan Brother” pill into his mouth.
He sat cross-legged, took a deep breath, and as the pill dissolved, a warm current flowed through his body.
“Bring it on,” Lin Fan sat motionless, mentally bracing himself.
…
Not long after, a sudden commotion erupted from the wooden house.
“Damn it, it’s really potent…”
Every day consisted of cultivation, chatting, joking around, and wandering outside. In Zhang Erdou’s eyes, this life was truly blissful.
Especially since the sect leader treated them well. Although the master sometimes exuded a faintly overbearing aura, it was precisely that aura that had completely won Zhang Erdou over.
“These are two pills. Take them back and consume them. They’ll benefit you,” Lin Fan said, tossing two “Sky-Replenishing Pills” toward them.
Zhang Erdou’s face lit up as he caught the pills, initially thinking they were “Big Fan Pills,” but his expression turned slightly disappointed when he realized they were unfamiliar.
It had been several days since he last took a “Big Fan Pill,” and he truly missed the sensation.
Feng Buju, naturally more knowledgeable than Zhang Erdou, could immediately sense the immense pill energy upon catching one. This was definitely no ordinary pill.
“Thank you, Master,” Feng Buju bowed respectfully.
“Just fix up my house, and that’ll be enough,” Lin Fan said.
“Yes,” Feng Buju nodded.
At this point, Zhang Erdou looked at Lin Fan with pitiful eyes, hesitating slightly before speaking, “Master, can I exchange this pill for a ‘Big Fan Pill’? You see, I’ve lost weight these past few days. I really want to take a ‘Big Fan Pill’ to replenish myself.”
Zhang Erdou truly missed that feeling. Although this pill was no doubt extraordinary, if given a choice, he would definitely pick the “Big Fan Pill.” That was the pill a real man should take—majestic, powerful, and incredibly satisfying.
“This is a divine pill, offering tremendous benefits to you both. You really want to exchange it?” Lin Fan was taken aback. Seeing Zhang Erdou’s pleading expression, he couldn’t help but curse inwardly—’you say you’ve lost weight, but your house is already falling apart. There’s barely a decent place to stand anymore, and you still want to keep pounding the ground.’
It seemed the “Big Fan Pill” was indeed addictive.
“Y-yes, exchange it, exchange it,” Zhang Erdou nodded enthusiastically, as if swapping was the most profitable decision he could make.
Feng Buju glanced at Zhang Erdou, then looked at the pill in his hand, also beginning to consider the possibility. Maybe exchanging wasn’t such a bad idea after all.
Lin Fan was at a loss for words. Seeing that Feng Buju also seemed tempted, he decided not to say anything further. Could it be that the two future pillars of the sect would become addicted to the effects of the “Big Fan Pill”?
Lin Fan coughed lightly. “I have something to say. If you insist on exchanging, I’ll allow it.”
“Okay,” Zhang Erdou nodded excitedly.
Lin Fan closed his eyes briefly, then opened them, his deep, wise gaze fixed on the two.
“Young men squander their essence unknowingly; old men weep bitterly at empty meridians.”
“If you still insist on exchanging after understanding this saying, then so be it,” Lin Fan said sincerely. If it weren’t for the fact that these were his own disciples, he wouldn’t bother with such nonsense at all.
No partner and already addicted—what would happen when they eventually found companions?
“Master, I understand. I still want to exchange,” Zhang Erdou immediately replied the moment Lin Fan finished speaking.
Lin Fan looked at Zhang Erdou, finally giving up. Fine, whatever. Just don’t come crying to him later.
“Get out,” Lin Fan tossed the pills to them, practically shooing them away like puppies.
This was truly disappointing. Was there still any dignity left for the two future pillars of his sect? If word got out, how would he ever maintain his reputation?
“Master, you’re truly the person I admire most in my life,” Zhang Erdou was overjoyed, showering Lin Fan with flattery that could shake the heavens.
“And remember to take these pills tomorrow. Tonight I’m too tired. Wait until tomorrow,” Lin Fan added.
“Yes…”
With that, Zhang Erdou and Feng Buju quickly exited.
“Senior Brother, what did Master mean by that saying? I don’t quite understand,” Feng Buju asked, recalling Lin Fan’s words. He felt there was profound wisdom hidden within, but some terms were unclear to him.
“How should I know? Our Master is the most amazing person. Just look at how quickly he refined these pills today. That’s how powerful he is. Maybe that saying was a life lesson from Master, shared with us to express his thoughts. In my opinion, Master must have a deep story behind him to say something so profound,” Zhang Erdou gazed into the night sky with reverence, proud to have such a dependable figure in his life.
“Oh,” Feng Buju felt his senior brother made a lot of sense.
Inside the house, Lin Fan didn’t know whether to laugh or cry at his two disciples.
He glared fiercely at the “Big Fan Pill” in his hand—what kind of effect did this pill have that even his two disciples were so captivated by it?
No, tonight he had to try it himself, no matter what.
He was sure his willpower was strong enough to control it.
Damn it, he’d give it his all. Who was afraid of whom? After all, he was the one who created this pill—how could it possibly control him?
Without hesitation, he popped a “Big Fan Pill” into his mouth.
Lin Fan sat cross-legged, took a deep breath, and the pill instantly dissolved, turning into a warm current flowing through his body.
“Come on,” he sat still, silently shouting in his heart.
…
But not long after, a sudden noise erupted from inside the wooden house.
“Damn it, this is seriously addictive…”
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