HPDBC 174. Chapter 174 National Scholars Medal!
174. Chapter 174 National Scholars Medal!
Chapter 174: National Merit Medal!
Liu Zimo, Zhao Jiajun, Du Xuebing, Liang Luohua, and others stood silently in their original positions.
They closely watched Liu Zihao as he personally taught the six soldiers from the cooking squad how to refine the "Satiety Pill."
Five minutes, ten minutes, half an hour passed.
Not a single person showed any impatience. They all wanted to witness the next batch of "Satiety Pills" being produced with their own eyes.
They wanted to know if ordinary soldiers from the cooking squad could refine better "Satiety Pills" without Liu Zihao, the alchemist, personally taking action.
For this reason, even if they had to wait for half an hour, an hour, or even a whole day, they could endure it.
After all, this was a matter of life and death for the millions of people in Daxia. They couldn't afford to be careless.
Even though Zhao Jiajun and Du Xuebing were anxious and wanted to bring the pill formula for the "Satiety Pill" to the capital immediately to solve the famine problem in the capital and surrounding cities, they had to force themselves to patiently wait until they had complete confidence and mastery in refining the pill.
Otherwise, if they brought back the pill formula but couldn't produce the corresponding pills, it would only be a waste of time.
And so, time passed little by little.
One hour, two hours...
The first batch was cooked, and the second batch continued to be refined...
The second batch was cooked, and then the third batch began...
During this period, to verify their previous conjecture, Zhao Jiajun even personally left the city and hunted down a Iron Bone Realm and Golden Body Realm demonic beast to experiment with.
Soon, batch after batch of "Satiety Pills" were successfully refined.
Moreover, as the quality of the demonic beast's flesh and blood improved, the taste of the "Satiety Pills" became better and the duration of satiety continued to increase.
Finally, the "Satiety Pills" refined using the flesh, blood, and bones of a Golden Body Realm demonic beast as the main ingredients amazed everyone.
Not only were they golden in color and fragrant, but taking one pill could ensure that the user wouldn't need to eat for nearly fifty days!
Although Liu Zihao was somewhat surprised by this, he didn't show too much astonishment.
For him, it was normal for the quality of the alchemy materials to improve and the efficacy of the pills to enhance.
It's just that before this, the demonic beast flesh and blood he used to refine the "Satiety Pills" were the lowest-grade ones that his father, Liu Yi, hunted nearby.
After successfully refining the "Satiety Pills," Liu Zihao was busy researching other pill formulas and didn't continue to delve into it.
So, he hadn't really tried to see how much the quality of the "Satiety Pills" would improve after using higher-level demonic beast flesh and blood as ingredients.
Now that someone was willing to use the flesh and blood of a Golden Body Realm demonic beast for experimentation, it could be considered an unexpected joy for Liu Zihao.
However, whether it was Liu Zihao, Liu Zimo, Zhao Jiajun, and others, they all knew very well.
Under normal circumstances, there shouldn't be many people who would be so extravagant as to use the flesh and blood of a Golden Body Realm-level demonic beast to refine "Satiety Pills" that could only be used to satisfy hunger.
It was too wasteful.
It should be noted that after a demonic beast evolved to the Golden Body Realm, almost all of its parts were treasures.
Even the flesh and blood with potent toxins could be used to extract venom and hunt more demonic beasts below the Golden Body Realm.
What's more, Golden Body Realm-level demonic beasts were extremely powerful, and ordinary warriors would find it difficult to hunt them.
In comparison, using ordinary demonic beasts to refine "Satiety Pills" was the most cost-effective and suitable option.
After all, ordinary demonic beasts were not only numerous and easy to hunt, but their flesh and blood also had little additional value and were not valuable.
What's more, even ordinary people who hadn't entered the martial path had a chance to directly kill ordinary demonic beasts with proper coordination.
As long as there was demand, survivors in major cities could continuously obtain a large number of corresponding low-level beast corpses and use their flesh, blood, and bones as ingredients to refine a massive amount of "Satiety Pills."
In this way, the human race can achieve the ability to sustain war through war, and there is no need to worry about food until the demon disaster is completely over!
"Advisor Liu, I wonder if we can invite the brothers Zihao to accompany us to the capital?"
After confirming the actual refining process and results of the "Satiety Pill," Du Xuebing spoke directly to Liu Zimo, seeking his opinion.
"We want to invite him to serve as the alchemy consultant for the Military Participation Department and cultivate a group of alchemists like the brothers Zihao for Da Xia!"
Liu Zimo raised an eyebrow and said softly, "If I remember correctly, the Military Participation Department does not currently have the title of alchemy consultant, right?"
"Yes, not currently," Du Xuebing confidently replied, "But after we go back, we will definitely have it!"
Liu Zimo's mind stirred slightly.
It seems that the power of Du Xuebing, the captain of the Internal Guard, is even greater than he had imagined.
Before everyone had even returned, he was already certain that his application would be approved.
If this isn't bragging, then it's really impressive.
"Well... let's first hear what he thinks!" Liu Zimo didn't directly answer, but glanced at Liu Zihao, who was still exchanging alchemy experiences with the soldiers in the cooking squad, and called him over.
"I'm not going!" Upon hearing his older brother's explanation, Liu Zihao immediately shook his head without hesitation.
"Why?" Du Xuebing became anxious and asked, cutting in, "Zihao, do you have any concerns or worries?"
"Tell us, we can find a solution for you!"
Liu Zihao shook his head again and said, "There's no reason, I just don't want to leave Luozhou. I love my home!"
This is a joke, isn't it?
He's living well in Luozhou City, why would he go to the capital?
Not to mention being unfamiliar with the capital, it's inconvenient everywhere.
Let's talk about the spiritual land in the capital where he can grow spiritual plants, practice alchemy, and live. Does it exist?
And his cousin, is there a great expert like his cousin in the capital who has a blood relationship with him and can continuously guide him in alchemy and improve his pill formulas?
Of course, more importantly, his father, older brother, and cousin are all in Luozhou. How could he agree to be separated from his family?
"Uh!"
With just one sentence, Du Xuebing was at a loss.
Another person who loves their home!
According to General Wu's words, when he proposed the suggestion to keep Advisor Liu in the capital at the Military Participation Department, Advisor Liu refused him with this reason.
Never did he expect that a few months later, when he was recruiting Liu Zimo's younger brother, he would encounter the same situation.
If someone loves their home and doesn't want to leave their hometown and family, how can you convince them?
If it were an ordinary person, he might be able to use force, forcibly "invite" them to the capital, and then find a way to persuade them.
But is Liu Zihao an ordinary person?
Is Luozhou City a place where they, as foreign masters, can act recklessly?
Not to mention that Advisor Liu, this great Buddha, is standing here and won't allow them to forcibly take Liu Zihao away.
Even if Advisor Liu is not here, the two Manifestation Realm powerhouses in Luozhou City will not allow them to act recklessly here.
So, is there nothing to discuss?
Du Xuebing shrugged helplessly.
It seems that the Military Department wants to cultivate their own alchemists, so they will have to think of another way.
If it doesn't work out, they can send people to Luozhou City in the future!
"Brother, if there's nothing else, I'll go back first. The alchemy furnace at home is still burning, I need to go back and check on it!"
After rejecting Du Xuebing's invitation, Liu Zimo looked up at his eldest brother, seeking permission to go home.
He had been here for too long and was starting to miss his alchemy furnace and spirit plants.
Besides, he had already practiced alchemy and met people, staying here any longer wouldn't be meaningful, right?
Until now, Liu Zimo still hadn't realized the true purpose of his eldest brother bringing him here today.
Except for the slight interest he had when refining the Fullness Pill with the blood and flesh of a Golden Body Realm demonic beast, everything else was boring!
"That's fine!"
Liu Zimo chuckled and nodded at him.
He was not surprised at all by his little brother's choice.
This kid had become just like his little uncle, a super otaku who refused to leave his nest.
If it wasn't for him forcing this kid to come out, he would still be busy in his spiritual garden.
So, how could Du Xuebing expect to take away such a dedicated alchemy otaku with just a single sentence about going to the capital?
Moreover, Liu Zimo had no intention of letting his little brother leave Luozhou.
The capital may be good, but Luozhou City is not bad either.
In terms of the number of experts and safety factor, the capital may not necessarily be better than Luozhou City!
And outside the city, there are two ancient spirits, Jiao Linglong and Gui Sui Shou, guarding the spiritual energy blessed land. It is not an exaggeration to say that it is the safest place on the entire earth.
So why go far away and send his little brother to the unfamiliar capital?
"Brother Chen, please take Haizi back for me!"
Liu Zimo spoke to Lou Yuchen beside him.
Lou Yuchen nodded happily, walked forward, grabbed Liu Zimo's arm, and teleported away.
From beginning to end, Zhao Jiajun and Du Xuebing didn't get a chance to say a word.
In fact, they didn't know how to persuade them.
Since others had clearly stated that they didn't want to go, what else could they do?
That was Liu Zimo's own younger brother, they wouldn't dare to use force, let alone say anything harsh, right?
"Two gentlemen, these are a few pill formulas that my brother asked me to pass on to you!"
At this moment, Liu Zimo timely took out the pill formulas that his little brother had just brought.
Including the formula for the Fullness Pill, all of them were handed over to Du Xuebing, entrusting them to bring them back to the Military Department and personally deliver them to General Wu.
Among the six pill formulas, there were ones for healing injuries, treating illnesses, nourishing the soul, and improving martial cultivation, etc.
They were all simplified and improved idiot-proof alchemy methods, just like the "Boundary Breaking Pill" before.
No need for professional alchemists, just follow the steps on the formula, gather the materials, and follow the instructions, it's very easy to refine the corresponding pill.
"Thank you, Advisor Liu!"
"Rest assured, Advisor Liu! These pill formulas are extremely important to the capital, and even to the entire Great Xia Kingdom. We will definitely bring them back to the Military Department safely and personally deliver them to General Wu!"
"In addition, we will truthfully report the request mentioned by Advisor Liu just now to General Wu. I believe that it won't be long before there will be news of corresponding rewards!"
Du Xuebing carefully collected several prescription formulas, especially the formula for "Bao Fu Pill." These formulas were of great value to Da Xia at present and absolutely could not be lost. As for Liu Zimo's credit for his younger brother, Du Xuebing didn't think it was a big deal. Even if Advisor Liu didn't speak up this time, General Wu and the four Pillars of the State would not ignore the tremendous contributions made by Liu Zihao. Maybe the next time they come, it will be to present commendation orders and national honors for Liu Zihao!
"Advisor Liu, in fact, besides seeking your advice on the food crisis, we also have a commission from General Wu to present you with the Imperial Commendation Order and the National Honor Medal!" Zhao Jiajun spoke softly.
After exchanging a glance with Du Xuebing, the two of them reached into their pockets at the same time and took out the commendation order and the honor medal they had kept close to them.
At the moment they saw the honor medal, everyone present exclaimed in surprise. Even Liang Luohua, the director of the Military Affairs Department, was stunned when he saw the commendation order and the honor medal held by the two envoys from the capital.
The commendation order was one thing; as long as the merits were sufficient, any soldier in the military had a chance to receive it. But the national honor medal was the highest honor certification of the Da Xia Empire. In over three hundred years since the founding of Da Xia, less than twenty national honor medals had been awarded, which showed the difficulty of obtaining one.
Not just anyone was qualified to receive the medal!
Liang Luohua couldn't believe that Liu Zimo, who was only twenty-one years old and had been in the Military Affairs Department for less than a year, had the qualifications and ability to obtain a national honor medal.
What had Advisor Liu done in the past six months to earn such high praise from several Pillars of the State and General Wu?
"Quick, summon all the officers and soldiers stationed in the army to the headquarters of the Military Affairs Department for a meeting!" Liang Luojun, who had reacted, quickly spoke up, letting his deputy personally issue the summons.
Awarding the national honor medal was a major event. According to military regulations, all soldiers in the army had to be present to witness it in order to show its solemnity and formality.
However, the current situation was special, and Liang Luohua had just issued the order for the entire army to attack and kill the demonic beasts outside the city. It was definitely too late to recall all the soldiers in the army now. They could only gather all the officers and soldiers who were left behind.
At the same time, the Dali Temple and the Longhu Mountain, which sensed the commotion in the Military Affairs Department, also quickly received the news. Although they were monks, they were also citizens of Da Xia and naturally knew what the Imperial Commendation Order and the National Honor Medal represented. Therefore, after receiving the news, the Wise Monk and Zhang Zhenren wasted no time and led several elders and true disciples of their sects to the headquarters of the Military Affairs Department with their congratulations and gifts.
Such a grand event, especially since it involved Liu Zimo, a powerhouse at the Divine Connection Realm, how could the Dali Temple and the Longhu Mountain dare to neglect it?
When Zhao Jiajun and Du Xuebing saw the number of grandmasters from the Dali Temple and the Longhu Mountain who came, totaling more than twenty, their hearts ached. They once again deeply realized that the strength of Luozhou City had far surpassed that of the capital!
Not to mention the Manifestation Realm, even the number of grandmasters and Golden Body Realm warriors in Luozhou City was several times that of the capital!
No wonder Liu Zihao didn't even consider their invitation and directly refused. It turned out that the reason he didn't want to leave Luozhou was not only because of his attachment to his family, but also because the security index of Luozhou City had far exceeded that of the capital!
If it were them, they might not be willing to leave Luozhou easily with such a powerful strength.
(End of this chapter)