Path of Alchemy Mastery-Chapter 240 - 241: The Shepherd on the Rocking Chair

After receiving an affirmative answer from Yin Fan, Mu Can gestured for Little Red to lead the way. Little Red now lacked the confrontational attitude it had shown earlier towards Mu Can. Although Mu Can was puzzled by this change, after seeing the boastful expression on Little Fortune’s face, he understood a bit.

It must have been Little Fortune that profoundly educated Little Red when they were alone.

Soon, with Little Red’s guidance, Mu Can arrived at the location where the spiritual souls had previously been rescued.

If he hadn’t planned to visit today, Mu Can would have almost forgotten about these souls as they could no longer be of much help to him given his current strength. Mu Can silently decided that once all matters in the Mortal World were settled, he would find a way to help these poor souls rebuild their bodies so they could return to normal lives.

"Beep! Beep beep!" A sharp whistle sounded, "Strange birds attacking, strange birds attacking." It seemed that this group had already encountered Little Red before.

This could also be blamed on Little Red. With Purple Cloud in seclusion and not emerging, Little Red and Little Fortune, with nothing better to do, had found this group of people. They would attack on a whim, stealing the Soul Fruits these people gathered. Although they stole from them, they never harmed any soul, instead acting as sparring partners to help these people train.

These people understood the intent of this bird and bear, and responded actively. As the number of attacks increased, it became increasingly difficult for Little Red and Little Fortune to succeed in their thefts.

Today, as soon as Little Red emerged, the people in the camp had already spotted it. After the emergency whistles blew, the camp orderly arrayed its defenses to welcome Little Red. At the front, two individuals exuded an astonishing aura, standing guard at the entrance like two great generals, each holding a Soul Weapon that appeared incredibly sharp, and they watched Little Red with vigilant eyes.

These two people were Zhang Yuan and Zhong Feng, who Mu Can and Purple Cloud had rescued previously. Only half a year had passed, but under the conditions of abundant Soul Energy in the Reincarnation Pearl, both of their strengths had improved by leaps and bounds. Zhong Feng had already reached the peak of the Martial Arts Sect level; from Martial Arts Sect to the peak in just half a year. While it was only Soul Power, such a rate of progress would surely astonish many if word got out.

The other youth, Zhang Yuan, had also reached the strength of the Martial Arts Sect. Originally, Zhang Yuan was just an ordinary youth, but in half a year, he had made a meteoric rise to the strength of the Martial Arts Sect.

Even now, Mu Can clearly remembered Zhang Yuan’s behavior after he was rescued; his dear sister was still waiting for him outside. Perhaps it was the obsession in his heart, definitely because of this sister, that he was able to progress at such a miraculous pace.

"Stop!" Mu Can glared fiercely at Little Red pretending to be innocent in the sky and gently called out to the two.

Mu Can’s shout was casual, but as soon as the souls, all prepared for battle with Soul Weapons in hand, saw Mu Can, they knelt down en masse.

"Master."

Zhang Yuan’s eyes filled with hot tears; he didn’t know how long he had been hoping for this figure to appear. Being able to rebuild his body and return to the Mortal World was his greatest expectation. After more than half a year of effort, his strength had already reached the Martial Arts Sect level. And all of this was granted by the man before him.

"Stand up, all of you." Mu Can looked around and noticed that the Soul Power of all the souls here had made significant progress, especially Zhang Yuan and Zhong Feng, who had completely exceeded his expectations. The dense Soul Power emanating from them could even rival some of the weaker Demon Lords.

"Master." Zhong Feng addressed Mu Can with respect.

"Meeting the master." The rest followed suit in greeting.

They would not forget who had rescued them from desperate straits, nor who had given them the hope to continue living.

All of this was bestowed upon them by the man before them.

"You’ve done well. However, I came here today to tell you that the Demon World is invading the Mortal World, and the Mortal World is now facing a great crisis. I hope you can contribute your strength to the Mortal World."

Mu Can pondered for a moment before speaking out.

This idea had come to him as soon as he saw these people. Though their power was not strong, it was definitely enough to defend a small city for the Empire.

"I am willing to go through fire and water for my master, to exert myself for the safety of the Mortal World," Zhang Yuan clenched his fists firmly.

He had waited too long for this day. Throughout the past half year or more, Zhang Yuan had been devoted to nothing but Cultivation, without rest. It was exactly this relentless effort that allowed him to reach his current level of power so quickly.

"This might be an opportunity to go outside, but be prepared for the dangers out there," Mu Can warned.

"Since there is danger, then I earnestly request the master to let me go. I have been waiting for this day for too long," Zhang Yuan clenched his fists tightly.

If the Mortal World was facing a crisis, then his dear sister was certainly in danger as well. In such case, no matter what, Zhang Yuan must make this journey.

"Think it over; the strength of Martial Arts Sect isn’t enough outside. Now, the beings roaming about are all at the Martial Saint Level equivalent.

"I have thought it over, I beg for the master’s permission," Zhang Yuan kneeled on the ground, his forehead pressing firmly against it.

"Fine, I grant your request," Mu Can nodded, although the Mortal World was now chaotic, in the ordinary, small places the strength of the Martial Arts Sect was still sufficient for self-preservation.

"Is there anyone else who wishes to go out?" Mu Can asked the people who greeted him.

"This old man is willing to offer menial service to the young master," Zhong Feng was old and had long since become indifferent to life and death. If it weren’t for Mu Can’s help, he wasn’t even sure he would still be alive, let alone reach his current level.

"Alright, you too then. Anyone else who wishes to go? If so, you can leave in advance; the rest can continue to practice here and make plans once they have the ability to protect themselves."

Although these people had a certain combat capability, they were far from being able to keep up with the current situation outside, so if they all left, it would not have much impact on the overall situation.

After hearing Mu Can’s words, several people gradually came forward, while the remaining ones did not move.

"Alright, those who remain will continue to practice here. Rest assured, there will come a day when you can return to the Mortal World. Take me to see the Ancestor."

Within this layer of the Reincarnation Pearl there was an existence at the Ancestor Level, and it was unknown whether he was still accustomed to life here after losing his physical body.

Mu Can and the others filed in, entering the camp.

In the center of the camp, there was a rocking chair with a teenager looking around the age of ten lounging on it, sitting comfortably and carefree.