"You didn't just lose in terms of the quality of your pills."
Duanmu Cheng looked at Guo Zhong and said in a low voice, "In fact, you already lost when we were choosing the ingredients."
Without a doubt, Duanmu Cheng was referring to the steps that Qin Yi and Guo Zhong had taken when they entered the treasury to choose the ingredients.
"Qin Yi, can you tell me, how many answers did you have when you found out that one of the main ingredients was missing?"
Duanmu Cheng turned to look at Qin Yi and asked in a serious tone.
Qin Yi did not hesitate and replied directly, "I have two answers in my mind."
"Which two?"
"One was the Emerald Fairy Herb, and the other was the Souljade Herb."
"Very well."
Duanmu Cheng nodded his head, before turning his gaze towards Guo Zhong, "If I remember correctly, you should have chosen the Jade Immortal Grass."
Guo Zhong nodded and admitted this point.
"The Emerald Fairy Herb is indeed one of the main ingredients of the Cleansing Soul Pill. Your choice was correct."
Duanmu Cheng nodded and looked at the Cleansing Soul Pill that China Zhong had given him, "With the Emerald Fairy Herb as the main ingredient, the Cleansing Soul Pill can be successfully refined. If you look at it from this point alone, I can give you full marks for your alchemy this time. "
At this point, Duanmu Cheng suddenly changed the topic, "However, you didn't consider that the Emerald Fairy Herb has the same function as the Souljade Herb in this pill formula. Although it is the main ingredient, it is not irreplaceable. "
Of course, if the ingredients were different and the final result was the same, then the choice was not wrong.
"As a pill refiner, what we need to do is to use the lowest price to create the highest value."
Duanmu Cheng glanced at the two and said, "Although the Souljade Herb and the Emerald Fairy Herb are both elixirs, there is a huge difference in their value. Since we can use the low-grade Souljade Herb to achieve the same goal. Why would we spend so much money to use the Emerald Fairy Herb? "
Duanmu Cheng looked at Guo Zhong and said in a deep voice, "Guo Zhong, you are too straightforward. There are many things that you don't investigate. This is the difference between you and your Junior Brother. "
It could be seen that Duanmu Cheng did not mean to criticize Guo Zhong. The reason he had said those words was so that his eldest disciple could improve.
"Master is right, disciple understands."
Guo Zhong's attitude was sincere, he did not feel the slightest dissatisfaction from Duanmu Cheng's lecture. Obviously, he knew Duanmu Cheng's good intentions.
Duanmu Cheng looked at Guo Zhong and said softly, "Master asked you if you would be sad if you lost. You said you would be sad, but you would turn this sadness into motivation. Wasn't it a blessing to have courage after humiliation? I hope that you can learn a real lesson from this failure. This will be the best opportunity for you! "
Guo Zhong nodded his head. Soon after, he turned his gaze towards Qin Yi and said, "Junior brother, I really have to thank you this time."
It had to be said that Guo Zhong's character and mentality were indeed very good. Although he knew that he had lost, he did not have any resentment towards Qin Yi. In fact, he was somewhat grateful.
Qin Yi smiled and said hurriedly, "You don't have to do that, Senior Brother. I have to say that if not for my opponent today, it would be hard for my potential to be developed."
Although Qin Yi won, he could not ignore the importance of Guo Zhong in this competition.
It was obvious that this Senior Brother had given him a lot of pressure from the start. It was so much so that he had to use his best, or even extraordinary state to accept the challenge.
Rather than saying that he had won through his own hard work, it was more accurate to say that the pressure from Guo Zhong had created the current Qin Yi.
"Alright, the two of you don't have to be modest. In my eyes, it's not bad for the two of you to not be arrogant in victory and not be discouraged in defeat. "
Duanmu Cheng looked at the two of them with undisguised admiration and satisfaction in his eyes. "However, you must know that the path of alchemy is the same as the path of martial arts. There is no end. Since you've chosen this path, you must maintain a desire to improve at all times! "
Duanmu Cheng said word by word in a serious tone.
Without a doubt, his words were not only to advise Qin Yi and Guo Zhong, but also to remind himself.
Qin Yi and Guo Zhong both nodded. Overall, both of them had gained something from this competition, which would have a huge impact on their future study of alchemy.
"There's one more thing." Duanmu Cheng took out the old 'Sky Treasure Map' and placed it in his hand. He looked at Qin Yi and said, "I've already said that if you can win this competition, this' Sky Treasure Map 'will belong to you."
As he said that, he glanced at the 'Sky Treasure Map' in his hand. Suddenly, a hint of reluctance flashed across his eyes. It was as if he was about to say goodbye to an old friend.
However, he quickly made up his mind and extended his hand, handing the book to Qin Yi.
"Please wait, Master."
Although the change in Duanmu Cheng's expression was only momentary, Qin Yi still caught it clearly.
"Master, I'm not experienced enough and I don't have enough energy. Cultivating alchemy and martial arts at the same time has already exhausted me. I'm not interested in this book, so I'll leave it for you. "
Duanmu Cheng's body trembled as he instantly felt tempted. But soon, he realized that Qin Yi's words were just an excuse for him to shirk responsibility. Obviously, Qin Yi had noticed the abnormality in his expression.
"Disciple, although I'm not a good person, I know how important trustworthiness is. However, I also know how important the word 'trustworthiness' is. Since I'm saying these words today, I'm already mentally prepared. "
Qin Yi frowned. He did not have a hobby of stealing someone else's love. Furthermore, the person in front of him was his Master in alchemy.
During this period of time, his opinion of Duanmu Cheng had completely changed. Although this old man usually looked ferocious, had no morals, and was even a little narcissistic. However, this did not affect the passion and kindness in his bones.
Sometimes, he even felt that this old man Duanmu Cheng was a little cute.
Duanmu Cheng was willing to provide him with all kinds of help unconditionally to help him learn alchemy. Duanmu Cheng was unable to repay his kindness.
How could he accept such a gift?
However, just as he was about to reject it, Duanmu Cheng interrupted him again.
"I know what you're thinking right now. I also know why you're rejecting this gift. However, you don't know that this' Sky Treasure Map 'is of no use to me. "
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