The Extreme Alchemist of the Mighty Cauldron

Chapter 1541: Chapter 1639: Visiting Heavenly Fragrance Valley

Fang Lin did not hide his fondness for the child Dugu Chongxiao, which surprised Dugu Fengyun quite a bit.

Truthfully, Dugu Fengyun was somewhat puzzled as to why Fang Lin would care so deeply for a destitute child from the Dugu Family, but since Fang Lin had brought the child before him, Dugu Fengyun understood Fang Lin’s intentions.

“From today onwards, you are my adopted grandson, Dugu Fengyun. In the Dugu Family, no one will bully you anymore.” Dugu Fengyun said as he patted Dugu Chongxiao’s frail shoulders.

Dugu Chongxiao had not reacted yet, while the elder of those three children, along with the middle-aged man, all stood stunned as if under a spell.

What was going on?

He was clearly an orphan without parents, how had he suddenly become the old family head’s grandson?

Dugu Chongxiao also stood there, unsure of what to do. He had been very strong since he was young, enduring bullying without ever crying in front of others.

Even when his father died in the wars between the nations, Dugu Chongxiao only cried silently in his blankets.

But now, being adopted as a grandson by the family head, this sudden grace was hard for him to adjust to, and deep down he even felt some resistance.

After all, Dugu Chongxiao had suffered much in the Dugu Family, harboring an unconscious resentment towards everyone in the Dugu Family.

He hated why he was born into the Dugu Family. He resented his parents for leaving him so early.

Therefore, even standing in front of Dugu Fengyun, the old family head, Dugu Chongxiao felt not just nervousness but also harbored a deep-seated resentment, which he did not show.

Fang Lin glanced at Dugu Chongxiao and understood that the child might not willingly want to become Dugu Fengyun’s adopted grandson.

“Old master, I have checked this boy, his Martial Arts root bone is not bad, and his soul is extraordinary.” Fang Lin secretly communicated to Dugu Fengyun.

Upon hearing this, Dugu Fengyun’s eyes immediately lit up, and without caring about the presence of others, he placed his hand on Dugu Chongxiao’s head.

Dugu Chongxiao wanted to shove Dugu Fengyun’s hand away, but naturally, he couldn’t, and could only glower in dissatisfaction.

A moment later, Dugu Fengyun’s face showed a smile that could not be hidden.

“Truly a rare and excellent seedling, not to mention his Martial Arts root bone, his soul is several times more solid than ordinary people.” Dugu Fengyun thought to himself, growing fonder of Dugu Chongxiao the more he looked at him.

“Just because the child is ignorant, should the adults also be? Children lacking virtue can only be blamed on poor upbringing by adults. From today, your share of resources in the Dugu Family will be halved for the next five years.” Dugu Fengyun coldly regarded the middle-aged man and the three children’s elder.

As soon as the middle-aged quartet heard this, they immediately became anxious.

“Family head, we…” the middle-aged man began to defend, but Dugu Fengyun had no interest in hearing any of their explanations.

“Get out!” Dugu Fengyun shouted.

The four people left with a gloomy expression, feeling some regret. The three children were unclear about what was happening, only startled by Dugu Fengyun’s sudden shouting, their mouths opened wide, about to cry loudly.

The elder of the three children quickly covered their mouths, afraid that their crying would further displease the old family head.

The four walked away dejectedly, leaving only Dugu Fengyun, Fang Lin, and Dugu Chongxiao in the large hall.

Dugu Chongxiao looked somewhat dazed while Dugu Fengyun touched his head and said to Fang Lin, “Leave the child to me.”

Fang Lin uttered a sound of agreement, squatted down to look at Dugu Chongxiao: “From now on, no one will bully you again. Follow this grandfather, and he will teach you many things.”

Dugu Chongxiao stared blankly at Fang Lin and asked, “Are you a good person?”

Fang Lin smiled, “What do you think?”

Dugu Chongxiao pursed his slightly cracked lips: “You think you are a good person.”

Fang Lin didn’t say much, thought for a while, and took out a Pill.

“Eat it,” Fang Lin said to Dugu Chongxiao.

Dugu Chongxiao took the Pill, somewhat puzzled: “What is this?”

“Good stuff, after you eat it, you will grow stronger and have more strength,” Fang Lin said with a smile.

Dugu Chongxiao hesitated a bit, looking like he really wanted to swallow the Pill. Still, the young boy understood some reasoning, and only after bowing to Fang Lin in thanks did he take the Pill.

Dugu Fengyun watched from the side, feeling quite emotional. Dugu Chongxiao was truly fortunate; not only had he caught Fang Lin’s attention, but Fang Lin also gifted him a pill. This was a Pill once crafted by the top talent of the Pill Alliance in the past. Countless people in the world wish to get one but couldn’t. Yet this little guy just inexplicably received one from Fang Lin, which can be considered a tremendous blessing.

Nevertheless, Dugu Fengyun was quite grateful to Fang Lin. Dugu Chongxiao had great talent. If nothing unexpected happened, he was very likely to inherit the Soul Sword Cultivation Skill of Dugu Family, becoming the third family member to master the Soul Sword technique after Dugu Nian.

In this way, the Dugu Family would not fall into an awkward gap between the old and the new generations. The older generation had capable individuals while the younger generation also had the likes of Dugu Ruoxu, Dugu Nian, and a few other promising youngsters.

And now with Dugu Chongxiao emerging as a rare gem, even though the Dugu Family was currently facing some difficulties, after this storm passes, it is likely to gradually return to its former glory and possibly even surpass it.

“I still don’t know your name,” Dugu Chongxiao said after swallowing the Pill, feeling a warm sensation all over his body, which made the slap he had received on his face earlier no longer hurt.

Fang Lin laughed and said, “I’m Fang Lin, your Dugu Family’s son-in-law.”

“Son-in-law?” Dugu Chongxiao didn’t understand what ‘son-in-law’ meant, just kept muttering the name Fang Lin, imprinting it deeply in his heart.

Fang Lin himself didn’t know why he was so concerned about this child, perhaps he saw some similarities with himself in the boy.

As for what would become of Dugu Chongxiao in the future, Fang Lin couldn’t predict. Perhaps he might rise above the rest, or perhaps he might die young.

…

Xuan Country, Heavenly Fragrance Valley.

Fang Lin and Dugu Nian came to the outskirts of the valley, wanting to visit it.

“It is said that there is a Lovesick Tree in the Heavenly Fragrance Valley. Couples who make a wish under this tree might be able to see their future results, but whether it’s true or not, no one knows,” Dugu Nian told Fang Lin, her face wearing a smile.

“A Lovesick Tree? That really must be seen,” Fang Lin also said.

“By the way, Heavenly Fragrance Valley only accepts female disciples. There are probably many beautiful women inside, and maybe one of them will take a liking to you,” Dugu Nian said cheerfully.

Fang Lin nodded in agreement, “That would be wonderful.”

Just then, someone came out from the entrance of the valley, dressed in white robes and skirts, gracefully elegant, holding a Plum Blossom Paper Umbrella floated over, it was a picturesque sight.

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