The Gold and Silver Elders, having advanced to the Dou Ancestor realm, were incomparably majestic.
Their feet trod upon the empty air as they looked down on the city below, as if the whole world was in their grasp.
It seemed they didn't even hold Han Feng, a seventh-grade alchemist, in such high regard anymore.
However, this was not surprising. After all, even before they broke through, the Gold and Silver Elders were still mysteriously confident, swaggering into the City Lord's Mansion.
In the end, they were ruthlessly scammed out of a large sum of medicinal ingredients by Han Feng, and only then did they restrain themselves slightly.
Su Mei looked at the two figures above in astonishment. She was just a Dou King and had an instinctive awe for Dou Ancestors.
"Are they the Gold and Silver Elders?"
This was her first time seeing the legendary figures of the Black-Corner Region.
Han Feng shouted loudly, "You two, come down and chat."
The Gold and Silver Elders smiled proudly and slowly walked down from mid-air, one step at a time.
Han Feng shook his head, raised his finger, and gently pressed down.
Spatial power surged. The Gold and Silver Elders missed their next step and stumbled, falling headfirst towards the ground.
In their haste, they still managed to spread their Dou Qi wings, saving themselves from a face-plant.
The Gold and Silver Elders were shocked and uncertain, both looking at Han Feng.
"A Dou Ancestor!"
That masterful control of spatial power Han Feng had just displayed was clearly not something a Dou Emperor could achieve.
"Why so surprised? Come, let's talk in the mansion."
Han Feng raised his hand in invitation. The Gold and Silver Elders quickly bowed, their attitudes rapidly converging.
"The Medicine Emperor is too kind."
Han Feng looked at the stunned Su Mei at his side. "Gate Master Su?"
"Ah? My apologies."
Su Mei came to her senses, curtsied to Han Feng, and then hurried away.
After Han Feng walked into the main hall, Su Mei quietly turned her body again and looked towards the City Lord's Mansion.
The Medicine Emperor, Han Feng, was actually a Dou Ancestor expert!
Su Mei's thoughts flew, wondering how to get closer to Han Feng.
If she could latch onto this big shot, then even if the Rakshasa Gate didn't soar in the future, its path would be smooth.
Inside the City Lord's Mansion, the Gold and Silver Elders sat uneasily on either side of the guest seats. They glanced at Han Feng, who was brewing tea in the main seat, and felt as if they had returned to the day they were ruthlessly extorted.
"Ahem, Medicine Emperor, why did you call for us?" the Gold Elder asked.
Han Feng first sent two cups of tea flying with his soul power, which landed in front of the Gold and Silver Elders.
"I just came back and heard that you two had broken through to Dou Ancestor, so I wanted to see you... and also to ask if you have any intention of joining Feng City."
The Gold and Silver Elders hadn't even taken a sip of tea and almost spat it out.
So direct?
"Many thanks for the Medicine Emperor's appreciation, but my brother and I are used to being free. This matter of joining Feng City... is indeed a bit difficult."
"Joining my Feng City wouldn't be a constraint for you two, would it?"
Han Feng said, "I can refine two seventh-grade pills for you every year, in exchange for hiring you to look after Feng City."
The Gold and Silver Elders looked at each other, somewhat tempted.
"Medicine Emperor, the payment you're offering is very good, but my brother and I are not ordinary Dou Ancestors. If the remuneration could be increased a little more, we two brothers would be willing to serve the Medicine Emperor."
This time, it's our turn to extort you!
Han Feng smiled lightly.
"How about this: I will personally test your combat strength. If you meet my requirements, then it's not impossible to increase the remuneration."
"Oh?"
The Gold and Silver Elders narrowed their eyes.
"Medicine Emperor, although my brother and I have only just entered the Dou Ancestor realm, we can advance by leaps and bounds after fusing. Are you sure you want to fight us?"
In such a short time, even if Han Feng had broken through to Dou Ancestor, he was probably only at the one-star level.
How could he be compared to the fused Gold and Silver Elders?
The little trick Han Feng had shown just now had clearly not completely subdued the Gold and Silver Elders.
At most, they thought they had been careless and were pulled down.
As long as they completed their fusion, the Gold and Silver Elders' confidence would rise again.
Han Feng nodded with certainty.
He stood up, came to the side of the Gold and Silver Elders, and placed his hands on their shoulders.
"Come with me."
Spatial power stirred. The next instant, the three of them arrived in a valley outside Feng City.
The Gold and Silver Elders didn't even have time to react before they were forcibly brought to this place by Han Feng.
"This..."
The two elders stood rooted to the spot, suddenly confused by Han Feng's move.
How could his spatial power be so strong?
The two brothers looked at each other and quickly began to form seals.
A powerful Dou Qi fluctuation erupted from their bodies, and a huge fusion formation manifested behind them.
A moment later, a new figure walked out of the formation.
Han Feng silently waited for the Gold and Silver Elders to complete their fusion, standing in the open space with his hands behind his back.
"Medicine Emperor, are you ready?" a dual voice said from the figure's mouth.
Han Feng smiled lightly and said, "Come on."
Hearing this, the Gold and Silver Elders' figure flashed, rapidly approaching Han Feng.
In terms of speed, they had already reached the level of a three-star Dou Ancestor.
Han Feng did not dodge or evade, raising his hand to meet the enemy.
Bang!
Taking advantage of the opportunity for actual combat, Han Feng used the "Heaven Refining Hand," familiarizing himself with the practical use of this Dou Skill.
After all, besides the vicious use of "crippling one's Dou Qi," the "Heaven Refining Hand" had other wondrous uses.
For example, refining Dou Qi.
When the Gold and Silver Elders punched, the crimson qi flame in Han Feng's hand turned into a vortex, weakening their Dou Qi layer by layer.
After a few moves, all of the Gold and Silver Elders' attacks were neutralized by Han Feng's "Heaven Refining Hand."
At this point, the Gold and Silver Elders were already feeling the pressure.
After all, the strength Han Feng was displaying was clearly not at the level of a one-star Dou Ancestor.
But now they were in a difficult situation and could only brace themselves and continue to attack.
About the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, Han Feng felt it was about enough. He had a full understanding of the Gold and Silver Elders' strength after their fusion.
Their level was at the late stage of a three-star Dou Ancestor, barely able to fight a four-star Dou Ancestor, but they would definitely not be able to defeat a four-star Dou Ancestor in a prolonged battle.
"That's enough."
Han Feng sent the Gold and Silver Elders flying back with a palm strike. Then, his figure suddenly disappeared from his original spot, and the next instant, he appeared behind them.
"What!"
The Gold and Silver Elders barely saw Han Feng's afterimage, but before they could react, Han Feng's palm had already been imprinted on their backs.
The crimson Dou Qi erupted, and an obscure force drilled into the Gold and Silver Elders' bodies.
"Heaven Refining Hand!"
Han Feng's five-star Dou Ancestor strength was revealed without a doubt. With one palm, he broke the Gold and Silver Elders' fusion.
"Ah!!" x2
The Gold and Silver Elders let out a painful wail. Then, a flash of gold and silver light, and the two of them exited their fused state.
What is "crushed in a single blow"? The Gold and Silver Elders had experienced it firsthand this time.
In all these years, this was the first time they had encountered such a tough nut to crack.
Han Feng descended from the sky and came before the two, reaching out to help them up.
"I have understood your strength. Very good. I am extending my invitation again. What do you two think?"
Looking at Han Feng's calm demeanor even after defeating them, a trace of reverence rose in the hearts of the Gold and Silver Elders.
Such an expert was indeed worthy of their following.
"We are willing to serve the Medicine Emperor!"
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In the end, the Gold and Silver Elders chose to join Feng City, but the news was not spread for the time being.
Han Feng prepared a place for them to live. They were not required to be there all the time, but when Feng City needed them, they had to rush back.
Unlike Han Feng, who was going to venture into the Central Plains, the Gold and Silver Elders were used to moving around in the Black-Corner Region, so it was very convenient for them to rush back.
With two Dou Ancestor experts guarding it, Feng City's weakness in terms of martial strength was officially shored up.
Although Han Feng did not regard Feng City as indispensable, he still hoped that it would continue to develop healthily.
If one day in the future, it could bring stability and peace to the Black-Corner Region, Han Feng would also be happy to do so.
Of course, it was still too early to talk about this. Han Feng had no time to make plans and could only let Feng City develop freely.
A month passed quickly.
During this time, Han Feng taught Ye Qingyun how to practice Dou Skills, took Cai'er to a bookstore to buy books, and, at the request of the two little ones, went with them to enjoy the Maple Garden evening party.
His daily official duties and cultivation were also not neglected.
Based on the intelligence provided by the Maple Forest Guard, Han Feng re-arranged some management personnel after multiple verifications and dismissed those who had caused problems.
The inspection of the acting city lord was also conducted once a year.
The various laws and regulations in the city were gradually improved.
These things were not difficult for Han Feng. In his previous life, as the young pavilion master of the Falling Star Pavilion, he had also been trained by Yao Chen in political affairs.
To be a city lord, strength alone was not enough. Sometimes, one also needed means and ability.
On the thirtieth day.
Su Mei delivered the medicinal ingredients on time and also presented a treasure: the silk of a sixth-tier Ice Silkworm.
This was a very rare material that could be made into close-fitting soft armor. Its flexibility was extremely strong, and it was a life-saving item at critical moments.
The Sky Ice Silkworm silk was also very comfortable to wear and had a certain calming effect. If worn for a long time, one would not lose one's temper easily.
Han Feng took a liking to it, but he didn't want to owe Su Mei another favor, so he paid for it.
Although he had paid, the sentiment of the gift was still there. Han Feng had the manager-elder negotiate with Su Mei, allowing them to expand some additional business channels for mutual profit.
This was also exactly what Su Mei wanted. A day later, she received a breakthrough-type sixth-grade pill refined for her by Han Feng and left with satisfaction.
After settling this matter, Han Feng thought about leaving Feng City.
He had his subordinates collect a large amount of materials and build the infrastructure. He put them all into the Void Great Hall, preparing to take them to the Medicine Saint Valley to be settled.
Feng City, the bamboo forest.
Zi Yan was lying on a stone tablet, swinging her little legs boredly.
"It's done!"
Sensing that the void energy of the stone tablet below was full, Zi Yan shouted loudly.
Han Feng picked up the Void God Stele, feeling that it was full.
"Well done, Zi Yan."
Han Feng praised her without reservation, then took out a bottle of pills and placed it in Zi Yan's hand.
"There are two sixth-grade pills and six fifth-grade pills inside. Enough for you to have a big meal."
"Thank you, Uncle!"
Hearing that there were sixth-grade pills, Zi Yan's eyes lit up.
During this period, she had been well-fed by Han Feng, and her cultivation had been rising steadily. She was now at the five-star Dou King realm!
Han Feng trusted the digestive ability of the Ancient Void Dragon, so he would not hold back on her food.
Such a generous alchemist was probably only Han Feng.
If others heard that someone was eating sixth-grade pills as meals, they would probably be stunned on the spot.
"The Void God Stele's energy is full. It's time to set off."
Han Feng called out to Ye Qingyun, who was weaving clothes in her room, and Cai'er, who was reading a book in the study.
"Are we leaving?"
Medusa came to Han Feng's side and asked with some anticipation.
"Yes. Don't wander around when you get there. If you get lost, you won't be able to find your way back."
"Really?"
Medusa thought Han Feng was exaggerating.
She was a dignified Dou Emperor. How could she get lost?
Ye Qingyun and the others packed their things and came to the main hall.
"Have you brought all the seeds?"
"Yes."
Ye Qingyun nodded. Recently, besides cultivating, she had also been learning about planting.
Besides being suitable to be a physician, the Azure Wood Longevity Body was also suitable for farming.
After discovering these talents, Han Feng felt that it was not a big deal that the little maid was not good at fighting.
Everyone has their specialty.
The women lined up. Qing Lin was the shortest, but she stood up straight, full of spirit.
Han Feng activated the Void God Stele, and a spatial wormhole opened in the room.
Zi Yan seemed to have sensed something and looked blankly into the wormhole.
Han Feng held everyone's hands with his Dou Qi.
"Get ready."
He took a step forward, and everyone instantly disappeared from the spot.
The next second, inside the Medicine Saint Valley, Han Feng and the others' figures appeared at the anchor point.
Everyone was in a daze, experiencing such a long-distance spatial teleportation for the first time.
Their bodies were in a stiff state, but their minds were very clear.
Zi Yan was the first to recover, looking around curiously.
Peach blossoms were flying, the formation was operating, and the confusing mist retreated.
When the group saw the scene in the Medicine Saint Valley, they were instantly stunned.
"So beautiful."
Someone said, and everyone let out a long breath.
In the face of such beautiful scenery, even breathing had to be done with care.
"When I first came here, I was also shocked by the beauty of this place."
Han Feng led the group into the Medicine Saint Valley, first giving them a brief introduction of the surrounding environment, and then came to a huge open space, moving the Void Great Hall out.
"This home is still new. It needs us to build it together."
Ye Qingyun nodded with some excitement.
Building a new home sounded wonderful, didn't it?
Han Feng quickly began to arrange the site, and everyone helped out.
Medusa, while planting wooden stakes, looked up at the sky.
She noticed some strange things, such as not being able to see the sun here, but light would shine in. However, this light was very scattered and contained some kind of strange energy.
What was the mist in the sky?
Medusa remembered Han Feng's reminder not to run around, and thought to herself that this place really had a lot of secrets.
After the courtyard was preliminarily built, Han Feng looked at Medusa and smiled. "What, are you getting curious?"
Medusa nodded. "How did you find this place?"
Han Feng pointed to the sky.
"I came down from that place. I passed through a very deep sea of mist. If you don't have strong soul power, it's best not to enter rashly."
Medusa took Han Feng's words to heart.
"Let's go. I'll take you to see the medicine valley. That's the most magical place."
There was an extremely profound field at the bottom of the medicine valley, which could help plants mature and also gather the spiritual qi of heaven and earth, attracting treasures to come.
It is said that the power of life is strong. Sometimes, a barrier that humans cannot break can be easily broken through by a newborn branch.
Han Feng guessed that if the energy in the medicine valley was reversed, it might erupt with unimaginable power.