Hearing Lu An's words, Sun Zhong's face became even more solemn.
To be honest, he was tempted.
Although he was focused on alchemy, it didn't mean that he didn't know anything. On the contrary, now that the world was in chaos, if he didn't know anything, it would be no different from committing suicide.
In fact, during the seven months of chaos, many sects had come to negotiate with them. The conditions offered by these sects were similar. The most basic premise was that they had to join the sect and be managed by the sect.
Being deprived of their power was no different from being destroyed, so the Apothecary Alliance had never agreed. However, the sects not only tempted them, but also threatened them. Under the double pressure, the Apothecary Alliance's days were getting harder and harder, especially for the higher-ups. Everyone was afraid that the sects would make a move. After all, as long as the leader was killed, it would be much easier to recruit them.
Sun Zhong seemed to have no real power in the Apothecary Alliance, but in the alliance where alchemy was equivalent to real power, Sun Zhong's authority had always been second only to the leader. The leader had a very good relationship with Sun Zhong. If Sun Zhong agreed to persuade him, it could be said that this matter was likely to succeed.
After a few breaths, Sun Zhong finally opened his mouth and asked Lu An in a deep voice, "How can the Ice Fire Alliance protect our safety?"
Lu An and Beauty Yang both knew that it was impossible for the other party to know about the existence of the Hachiko clan, let alone Lu An's background, so they were afraid of the Ice Fire Alliance's safety. Before the alliance was formed, Lu An couldn't say too much. He just said, "The Ice Fire Alliance has already formed an alliance with the Thousand Shadow Sect and the Fire Mountain Sect. They have become friends with the Yin Yang Divine Sect and the Misty Rain Sect. Even the sects won't dare to attack the Ice Fire Alliance easily."
"Of course, there are more important reasons why the Ice Fire Alliance is so safe." Lu An said, "If the Apothecary Alliance can join us, I'll tell you all the reasons."
"…"
Seeing Lu An's confidence, Sun Zhong could see that it was not an act, nor was it a fearless state of ignorance. He was really confident that he could ensure their safety.
If they could really ensure their safety and allow the Apothecary Alliance to remain independent, it would be a perfect outcome. As for the need to refine pills for the Ice Fire Union, they were already refining pills every day, so they wouldn't feel tired. Although the returns would definitely be much less than the takeout, it was already very rare to be able to live with dignity in this chaotic world.
Finally, Sun Zhong took a deep breath and said, "You have successfully moved me. Please wait here for a moment. I will discuss this matter with the Alliance Leader!"
Lu An smiled. "Alright."
Immediately, Sun Zhong got up and disappeared from the palace. The servants served Lu An and Yang Meiren with many rare and delicious fruits for them to enjoy while they waited.
Sun Zhong's positive attitude made both of them heave a sigh of relief. After all, if they could negotiate this cooperation, it would be of great significance to the Ice and Fire Union.
Time passed by slowly. Sun Zhong did not let the two of them wait for long. After a short while, Sun Zhong quickly returned to the palace.
However, Sun Zhong was not the only one who had arrived. There was another person who had come with him. This person's body emitted a natural medicinal fragrance, which could only appear after being immersed in the medicinal fragrance for at least a few hundred years. Moreover, from the figure and standing position, it was obvious that this person's status was higher than Sun Zhong's.
Lu An got up and cupped his hands towards this person. "I think you must be the Alliance Leader, Senior Huang Nong."
That's right, this person was the person in charge of the entire Medicine God Nation, the once famous Pill King. However, even with such a great reputation, Huang Nong did not give off any domineering aura. On the contrary, he was very amiable and looked like an ordinary elder.
From the outside, Huang Nong did not maintain his appearance to be too young. Instead, he looked like he was in his fifties. When he saw Lu An, he first looked up and down, then cupped his hands and said, "During the last Medicine Master Conference, Alliance Leader Lu was still in the late stage of the seventh level. I didn't expect you to be a level eight Heavenly Master now. You are indeed a genius."
"Thank you for your praise, Senior. This junior does not dare to accept it." Lu An cupped his hands and said.
"Don't be too polite. Young people should be more arrogant." Huang Nong said with a smile. "If Alliance Leader Lu is not a genius, who else in the world can be? Now, the Ice Fire Alliance's name is well-known throughout the world. "
Hearing this, Lu An was delighted and immediately asked, "Senior, are you willing to join the Ice Fire Alliance?"
"Since the establishment of the Medicine God Nation, the main purpose was to provide a place for all the Medicine God Nation's pharmacists to protect themselves from being forcibly recruited by any sect." Huang Nong said, "Now that the world is in a state of chaos that has not been seen in ten thousand years, coupled with the decline of the Medicine God Nation's power, it is difficult for them to protect themselves. Alliance Leader Lu said that we can protect ourselves and even leave at any time after three years. This is undoubtedly a timely help. It is difficult for me not to be tempted. "
Hearing Huang Nong's words, Lu An and Beauty Yang were delighted and smiled at each other.
"However, before I lead everyone in the Medicine God Union to join the Ice Fire Alliance, I have two requests." Huang Nong said.
Lu An was startled and immediately said, "Senior, please speak your mind."
"The first is the problem of the number of pharmacists," Huang Nong said. "There are 2,000 pharmacists in my union. Some are strong, but most are weak. I can't abandon the weak. I hope the Ice Fire Alliance can take us in as well. Of course, they won't occupy any resources of the Ice Fire Alliance as long as they can receive protection. "
Hearing this, Lu An thought for a while and said, "The Ice Fire City is big enough. 2,000 people is nothing. However, I have to ask the Alliance Leader about the details. The requirements to join the Ice Fire Alliance are not low. Those who meet the requirements can definitely join. Those who don't can at least build a city around the Ice Fire City and settle down. "
"Okay." Huang Nong nodded and said, "The second thing is … I want to compete with Alliance Leader Lu!"
Have a match?
Lu An and Beauty Yang were startled. Lu An asked, "Compete in what?"
"Alchemy, of course," Huang Nong said. His expression quickly changed from amiable to serious.
"…"
Lu An was a little helpless. He didn't expect a competition. He said, "Senior … this is not necessary, right?"
"It is necessary." Huang Nong said, "I couldn't go to the Alchemy Conference because I was in charge of the Medicine God Nation. Since the sect didn't participate, I was sure Sun Zhong would win. I didn't expect him to lose in the end. He came back and told me many times that Alliance Leader Lu's alchemy skills and talent are better than his. I don't have any other hobbies in my life. As long as Alliance Leader Lu can beat me, I will definitely lead people to join the Ice Fire Alliance! "
"…"
Lu An frowned slightly. Looking at Huang Nong's serious expression, he knew that he couldn't avoid today's competition.
"To be honest, I haven't practiced alchemy for at least half a year." Lu An looked at Huang Nong and said helplessly, "Senior has been famous for a long time. I really don't have the confidence to win. Let's not decide on this result."
"Alliance Leader Lu is too polite." Huang Nong said, "I've made up my mind and won't change it. It depends on Alliance Leader Lu's choice."
"…"
Lu An had a headache. If he knew this would happen, he would have practiced alchemy a few days in advance. However, since things had come to this, Huang Nong probably wouldn't let it go. He could only nod.
"Okay." Lu An said, "What kind of alchemy?"
Huang Nong turned to look at Sun Zhong and said, "To be fair, you will come up with the topic this time. I won't participate."
Sun Zhong was stunned when he heard this. Then, he looked excited. He was naturally willing to be the host. After thinking for a long time, he suddenly thought of something and said, "Please wait for me for a moment. I'll go get the alchemy recipe. I'll be right back!"
With that, Sun Zhong disappeared quickly. Sure enough, he didn't let them wait for long. In less than half a cup of tea's time, he came back.
When he came back, he had two identical alchemy recipes in his hand.
"This alchemy recipe was sold to us by the Deep Sea Alliance half a year ago. It is said that it is one of the treasures that appeared because of the earthquake in the sea!" Sun Zhong said quickly, "I've looked through this alchemy recipe. It's an alchemy recipe for an eighth-grade alchemy pill. The alchemy pill refined is at least an eighth-grade medium alchemy pill! Although the grade is not too high, there are only a few alchemy recipes in the world that Brother Huang hasn't seen before. It's not easy to find such an alchemy recipe. "
With that, Sun Zhong handed the two alchemy recipes to Huang Nong and Lu An respectively. The two of them looked at it.
Bright Wisdom Pill.
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