An elder examined Zhiyan with a look of interest on his face, appearing kindly but with a hint of aggression in his words.
He had never seen Old Mou so kindly to anyone, especially a youngster.
"That's right, so young, where does your alchemy skill stand now?" another slightly younger alchemist asked, his lips curling with a hint of mockery.
"Hehe, perhaps you are not aware, but this young fellow came to apply for membership just a couple of days ago, unfortunately, you know the rules of the Elixir Association for registering members..." Scacchi stepped out from the crowd, approached Zhiyan, spread his hands, and showed a look of sympathy.
"What, she even wants to register as a member?" A cry of surprise rose from the crowd, as the alchemist's eyes widened in disbelief, staring at Zhiyan.
"Haha, this must be the funniest joke I've heard, he wants to register as a member?" An exaggerated laugh rang out, thick with ridicule.
