At this moment, how could Qing Feng not express his gratitude to Ding Fan? It must be known that it was extremely precious, a method of preservation even his master didn't know, yet the other party so easily told him. It was truly astonishing!

"Brother, it was not intentional, but you have greatly helped me. I, Qing Feng, will remember this kindness and will surely repay you."

Ding Fan heard what the other party said, and since it had already been said, Ding Fan genuinely didn't know what to say at this moment. He simply smiled faintly, saying nothing in response.

At this moment, the Elder saw this scene with Qing Feng and felt very satisfied. Clearly, his disciple was one who knew gratitude, and in this regard, the Elder was very pleased. The Elder looked at Ding Fan's demeanor, fully trusting that Ding Fan indeed seemed indifferent about the preservation method of the Alchemy Cauldron.

For a moment, the Elder could not help but be deeply shocked. This preservation method of the Alchemy Cauldron was extremely valuable, and if the alchemists of the Donglai Continent knew this Alchemy Cauldron had a preservation method, it would cause a great sensation. But the young man in front seemed completely unconcerned, as if the preservation method of the Alchemy Cauldron was nothing to him.

How could the Elder not be shocked at this moment? It was truly astonishing!

He Qianyao saw the Elder and others looking at Ding Fan and was deeply shaken. She could tell that the Elder's status was definitely not that of an ordinary cultivator, given that he entrusted the ancient formula of the Eight Treasures Pill to his disciple to carry out this task.

He Qianyao understood that the Elder was certainly not an ordinary person. Yet, the Elder's attitude towards Ding Fan was one of utmost respect. What was even harder for He Qianyao to believe was that the Elder seemed to have a bit of admiration for Ding Fan.

This was simply amazing!

Although He Qianyao knew that Ding Fan had some knowledge about medicine pills, she did not expect Ding Fan's alchemy level to be this high. It was somewhat beyond her comprehension. Previously, it was an ancient formula, yet Ding Fan effortlessly used the correct amount of Spiritual Materials, which seemed an impossible task for any alchemist. Still, Ding Fan had proven it was feasible with facts.

For a moment, He Qianyao's understanding of Ding Fan deepened in an impressive way.

"Young friend, please follow me. Your unintentional act has indeed given us great help! The old man must sincerely thank you."

At this moment, the Elder spoke amiably to Ding Fan, addressing him as "young friend" instead of "young man," showing the Elder's regard for Ding Fan.

Upon hearing the Elder's words, Ding Fan first wanted to decline, as he had already entrusted the two little boys and girls to their master, leaving him with no concerns. However, seeing the Elder's sincere expression, Ding Fan felt a bit compelled, and so he, along with He Qianyao, followed the Elder.

The courtyard was indeed large. Following the Elder for a while, Ding Fan soon arrived at a room, clearly a place where the Elder usually received guests. It was antique and elegant, making one feel very comfortable upon entering.

At this moment, the two little boys and girls, along with Qing Feng, also followed the Elder into the room. Once inside, the Elder respectfully gestured for Ding Fan to sit, and then Qing Feng began to pour tea for the Elder and Ding Fan at a tea table.

After a short while, the young cultivator Qing Feng brought two exquisitely crafted cups with some ancient charm to the Elder and Ding Fan. The tea in the cups emitted a rich fragrance. Upon smelling the aroma, Ding Fan instantly felt a sense of peace and joy, even feeling his spiritual platform become much clearer, and his Divine Vigor in the dantian much purer.

"Good tea!"

Ding Fan couldn't help but sincerely praise it, clearly recognizing it was no ordinary item.

Upon hearing Ding Fan's words, the Elder sincerely replied:

"This is 'Tranquility Spirit Tea.' Indeed, it's excellent tea, young friend, you have a keen eye! This 'Tranquility Spirit Tea' is a very rare tea from Mysterious Ice Mountain, also an uncommon spiritual material. After consuming it, not only does it refresh the spirit and mind, but it also helps in purging impurities from a cultivator's body. Most importantly, it greatly aids a cultivator's comprehension. Many cultivators like to take a Calming Pill at critical breakthrough moments to help them breakthrough. If a cultivator drinks a cup of this 'Tranquility Spirit Tea,' the effect will be remarkably good!"

At this moment, the Elder was explaining in detail to Ding Fan. Hearing the Elder's words, Ding Fan couldn't help but develop an even greater respect for the "Tranquility Spirit Tea"; the tea was indeed extraordinary. Ding Fan knew the Elder wasn't exaggerating, as Ding Fan indeed found the tea remarkable after taking a sip.

"If you like, young friend, I have some more here. I'll have you take some with you when you leave."

At this moment, the Elder noticed Ding Fan's fondness for the "Tranquility Spirit Tea" and sincerely offered it. Although the "Tranquility Spirit Tea" was precious, the Elder was very willing to give it to this young man. After all, the young man had revealed the preservative method for the Alchemy Cauldron and saved his two precious disciples; this bit of "Tranquility Tea" was simply a small token!

"How can I accept? Having a cup to drink is already a blessing."

Hearing the Elder's words, Ding Fan couldn't help but say, evidently not one to take what belongs to others out of affection.

"How is it not good? It's excellent! Not only did little friend save my two disciples, but he also shared the method of preserving the Alchemy Cauldron with my eldest disciple, which is more important to me than anything else. Naturally, I must repay this kindness wholeheartedly! Not to mention these 'Tranquility Spirit Tea,' if little friend likes, any Spiritual Materials in this abode can be taken at will. Of course, I hope little friend won't disdain them, as for an old man like me, these Spiritual Materials are truly treasured possessions!"

At this moment, the elder spoke very sincerely and humbly. It was evident that the elder was speaking from his heart; after all, since the other party had helped him so significantly, he must repay him well. However, the elder also knew in his heart that he indeed didn't own any other valuable items; it was only these Spiritual Materials that could be taken out. If the other party didn't appreciate them or didn't like them, the elder truly wouldn't know what to do.

At this moment, when Ding Fan heard the other's words, he couldn't help but feel a bit embarrassed, and in his heart, he felt that this elder was indeed somewhat too humble. After all, the Spiritual Materials in his courtyard were each invaluable treasures, truly rare gems.

Yet, somehow, in the end, these things became regarded by the elder as something not worth much. Clearly, Ding Fan was utterly defeated by the elder's humility for a moment.

Subsequently, Ding Fan said somewhat helplessly:

"Which one of your things isn't worth a fortune? You are really too humble. But how could I dare take them lightly? I merely did a small favor."

When the young cultivator Qing Feng heard his master's words, he couldn't help but be taken aback, even somewhat incredulous. His master actually allowed the other party to take the Spiritual Materials from the courtyard at will, which was simply unimaginable!

One must know that the master has always regarded these Spiritual Materials as treasures. Indeed, these Spiritual Materials are treasures. Once, a City Lord traveled thousands of miles to buy a precious Spiritual Material from the master, but he was reluctant to sell. Know that the City Lord wanted to exchange a whole city for the Spiritual Material.

But master refused, and now master allowed a young man to freely pick the Spiritual Materials in the courtyard. How could this not shock him?

One must realize that each of master's Spiritual Materials is extremely precious, some of which are nearly extinct in the Cultivation World. However, the master still has several, clearly indicating how valuable they are. Forget about a city; even for a kingdom, the master might not sell.

Of course, Qing Feng also knew that the help Ding Fan provided was indeed significant. The method of preserving the Alchemy Cauldron was simply invaluable, far beyond what money could measure. No wonder the master was willing to do this.

At this moment, the two young disciples were also shocked upon hearing their master's words, just like their senior brother Qing Feng. They had never expected the master to allow the other party to freely pick from the courtyard's Spiritual Materials; it was simply too unbelievable!

He Qianyao, upon hearing this scene, couldn't help but feel extremely shocked in her heart. She was obviously very surprised by the elder's words. She clearly knew what those outer Spiritual Materials meant; it was simply too incredible!

The elder, upon hearing Ding Fan's words, couldn't help but smile embarrassedly. Evidently, the other was aware that these Spiritual Materials were his most loved possessions. Subsequently, the elder said:

"Let's talk about this later. I don't know which master little friend studied under?"

The elder, looking at Ding Fan, couldn't help but ask with curiosity. In the elder's heart, Ding Fan even knew the method to preserve the Alchemy Cauldron, so surely he must have been guided by a famous master. Besides, the elder believed the other's teacher must be a reclusive master; otherwise, he shouldn't be unaware of this young man's existence.

After all, the elder was well acquainted with the students of those old acquaintances around him, and he had certainly never seen this figure before.

"No master, no school, just self-taught."

Upon hearing the elder's question, Ding Fan replied calmly. Indeed, he had no teacher when it came to Alchemy. However, Ding Fan mentioned having no school as well, clearly not wanting others to know he was from the Dayang Sect, as his strength was not fully developed yet. If the sect's enemies found out, it would undoubtedly be very dangerous.

The elder, upon hearing Ding Fan's response, couldn't help but feel extremely shocked, not expecting the other to be self-taught. It was simply too unbelievable!

How could the method of preserving the Alchemy Cauldron possibly be self-taught? How could he have learned it?

"Truly self-taught, but then how do you explain the method to preserve the Alchemy Cauldron?"

At this moment, the elder looked at Ding Fan, full of disbelief, asking. Ding Fan, upon hearing the other's question, immediately replied:

"I learned it from an ancient book; I indeed taught myself!"

Hearing Ding Fan's words, the elder couldn't help but feel extremely surprised. At this moment, he indeed began to believe the other was self-taught. After all, the other's particularly carefree demeanor didn't seem like someone who had been taught, and the elder knew that for an Alchemist, the most important thing was talent.

If you don't have talent, even if you work hard, you might only become an average Alchemist. However, if you have outstanding talent, you surely could become an Alchemy Master even without a teacher guiding you. After all, the elder had seen numerous such cases in his lifetime.