Chapter 364, Inside and Outside Cooperation

Translator: Silavin

Alchemy Central, originally the sacred ground and spiritual leader in the hearts of countless Alchemy Masters in the Great Prosperity Grand Empire, was now surrounded by numerous people, including many Nobles.

In front of Alchemy Central, Lin Tianhui leaned against the main gate, seemingly unaware of the clamorous noise all around. His slightly lowered head made him appear as if he were sleeping.

Before Lin Tianhui, Chairman Hai stood with a gloomy expression. His face showed extreme anger – never in history had Alchemy Central been treated this way. Under this anger, Chairman Hai’s eyes occasionally swept over the shouting faces, and wherever his gaze passed, no one dared to meet his eyes, all slightly lowering their heads.

These people were Nobles of no small status, and they feared being remembered by Chairman Hai. Although they previously wished to leave an impression on Chairman Hai, now that they had come to cause trouble at Alchemy Central, being remembered by him for this was far from being good. If they needed his help in the future and Chairman Hai recalled today’s events, directly throwing them out would not be impossible.

Not far from Chairman Hai’s side, Chairman Lin stood quietly. Facing the crowd’s shouts, he showed no concern, and occasionally even nodded in apparent agreement.

“Everyone, please quiet down!” Amid the clamorous noise, a sudden shout rang out. Hearing this voice, many frowned, wondering who dared to command so many Nobles!

However, when they saw who had spoken, they reluctantly withdrew their gazes and quieted down. The speaker was the Patriarch of the Feng Family of Twilight City.

After everyone quieted down, the Feng Family Patriarch nodded slightly, stepped forward, and bowed to Chairman Lin and Chairman Hai, saying, “Chairman Lin, Chairman Hai, please forgive today’s offense.”

“Hmph! Patriarch Feng, you’re quite imposing, coming to make trouble at my Alchemy Central!” Chairman Hai showed no courtesy, coldly snorting, his face clearly displeased.

Facing Chairman Hai’s reaction, the Feng Family Patriarch showed neither fear nor surprise, as if he had anticipated it. Then, he looked at Chairman Lin with a flattering smile.

“If you have something to say, just say it. Although Alchemy Central cannot be violated, if we’ve done something wrong, you can speak directly,” Chairman Lin waved his hand, appearing magnanimous.

“Chairman Lin is righteous!” The Feng Family Patriarch nodded to Chairman Lin and continued, “We respect Alchemy Central, but someone inside has kidnapped the Second Prince, which is going too far. We hope the Chairmans will hand over that traitor and release the Second Prince. After all, the Second Prince is a candidate for the Grand Empire’s throne. Such disrespectful treatment truly hurts public sentiment and the prestige of the Royal Family and all Nobles!”

The Feng Family Patriarch’s indignant speech caused many onlookers to sigh, and some of the more agitated ones nearly could not resist throwing their items at Alchemy Central.

“Patriarch Feng speaks reasonably. Our Alchemy Central isn’t unreasonable either. Chairman Hai, what do you think?” Chairman Lin raised his hands to quell the sighs from the crowd, then turned his gaze to Chairman Hai, making his stance clear.

Countless gazes followed Chairman Lin’s to fall on Chairman Hai. One of the two giants of Alchemy Central had already agreed; they were just waiting for Chairman Hai’s approval to demand Qin Yichen release the Second Prince!

Even Chairman Hai could not be stubborn in the face of such pressure from all sides.

“Chairman Lin, you and Patriarch Feng coordinate quite well, playing off each other perfectly.” However, contrary to their expectations, Chairman Hai coldly snorted and resolutely refused.

“If you want to cause trouble in my Alchemy Central, you’ll have to step over my old bones to get in! Also, all Nobles present today need not come to Alchemy Central for help in the future!” Once Chairman Hai’s words fell, the many Alchemy Masters behind him nodded firmly. Alchemy Central was the last sanctuary for Alchemy Masters! Chairman Hai’s words made them incredibly proud to be members of Alchemy Central!

No matter what Chairman Hai faced now, they would resolutely stand with him on the same side, because if someday they got into trouble, at least here, they still had their guardian deity!

Even with the kidnapping of a Royal Prince, Chairman Hai still protected them. At this moment, the many Alchemy Masters had completely accepted Alchemy Central as their true ‘home’ – the rock in which they could always turn their back to.

“Chairman Hai, what you are saying is somewhat unreasonable. It’s just one Alchemy Master – why must you incur public anger for the sake of a mere Alchemy Master?” The Feng Family Patriarch’s face looked somewhat unsightly, but he dared not rebuke Chairman Hai and could only speak of public sentiment.

“Whether it’s public anger or not, I don’t care. But you’re wrong on two counts: first, that young man is no ordinary Alchemy Master; second, even if he were just an Alchemy Master, as long as he’s under my Alchemy Central, I would do the same!” Chairman Hai snorted coldly and calmly spoke.

“Chairman Hai…”

The Feng Family Patriarch frowned, momentarily at a loss for what to do with Chairman Hai. He could not force his way into Alchemy Central just because he had received some benefits.

Finally, the Feng Family Patriarch could only turn his gaze to Chairman Lin, knowing that Chairman Lin had received the most benefits.

Sure enough, after clearing his throat a few times, Chairman Lin righteously declared, “Chairman Hai, your behaviour is going too far. How can the Royal Family’s Second Prince be imprisoned? I think that young man should release the Second Prince and apologize himself, seeking leniency for his crimes.”

*Hmph!* To this, Chairman Hai merely snorted, not even bothering to waste words with this old man corrupted by benefits.

“Although our Alchemy Central protects Alchemy Masters, we can’t bear responsibility for anyone who commits such wrongdoings.” Chairman Lin, seeing Chairman Hai’s attitude, was also displeased. After speaking, he beckoned to the Feng Family Patriarch, indicating they should enter Alchemy Central.

“Who dares!?” As the Feng Family Patriarch and others were about to move, Chairman Hai suddenly roared in anger, his vast Spiritual Energy sweeping out, fully releasing the pressure of a Human Grade Alchemy Master.

Behind him, Lin Tianhui, who had been silent all along, calmly opened his eyes, with faint black energy flickering around him, the aura of a Martial King also flashing forth.

“Thank you, Patriarch Feng, for helping our Alchemy Central clean house!” Before the Feng Family Patriarch could react, Chairman Lin directly snorted coldly, releasing an equally powerful wave of Spiritual Energy that dispersed Chairman Hai’s pressure.

And thus, right in front of Alchemy Central, the atmosphere suddenly became extremely tense.