Martial Master

Xu Xiong was explaining while Qin Chen nodded secretly by the side.

In a chaotic place like Wu City, there were naturally many daily conflicts.

In such circumstances, the status of alchemists would naturally rise.

After all, when warriors fought, those with lower cultivation levels would surely not be content and would focus on improving their cultivation. At this time, medicinal pills were indispensable.

Moreover, warriors often got injured during battles. Once injured, they would naturally need healing pills or medical treatment, which would further highlight the status of alchemists.

Thus, the more chaotic a place became, the higher the status of alchemists would rise.

This is a timeless truth, not only applicable in Wu City but also in other parts of the continent.

Furthermore, a place like Wu City does not have an official alchemist organization like the Alchemy Pavilion, making the status of alchemists even more intimidating.

"So, is Liu Cheng affiliated with one of the four major powers in Wu City?" Qin Chen then asked.

Previously, when interacting with Xu Yan and the others, Qin Chen learned that the order of Wu City was managed by the four strongest powers.

These four powers were the Song Family, Zhu Family, Wu Xiu Mansion, and Tianxing Chamber of Commerce. Each power had a Xuan-level expert stationed, making them the overlords of Wu City.

"Actually, no. Liu Cheng has not joined any power. Instead, he opened an apothecary shop named Liu Ge in the most prosperous area of Wu City, which has gained quite a reputation. People seeking medical help flock there, and his rule is that anyone wanting him to treat them must meet his specified requirements; otherwise, he won't pay them any mind," Xu Xiong explained.

Xu Yan and the others nodded in agreement.

Among the many alchemists in Wu City, while Liu Cheng may not be the most famous, he was certainly one of the top contenders; otherwise, they wouldn’t have sought him out initially.

"He really is forceful," Qin Chen couldn't help but sneer as he stood up. "Let's go."

Upon standing, Qin Chen took a step forward to leave.

"Where are you going?" Xu Xiong was taken aback, while Xu Yan and the others looked surprised as well.

"Naturally, I'm going to find Liu Cheng."

A cold smile appeared at the corner of Qin Chen's mouth. "Since Liu Cheng dares to set you up like this, I am quite curious about what kind of person he is!"

"Qin Chen Young Hero, you’re not planning to provoke Liu Cheng, are you?" Xu Xiong's expression suddenly turned anxious. "I fear you may not know that Liu Cheng is not to be compared with the Zhou Family. The Zhou Family is merely a small family in Wu City, and we had the upper hand earlier. Even if we killed Zhou Xinhua, no one would say anything. But Liu Cheng is different; he has a huge reputation in Wu City. Although he isn't affiliated with the four major powers, he has a good relationship with the Zhu Family, one of the four powers. If we recklessly confront him, it could be very dangerous."

Although Xu Xiong hated Liu Cheng to the core, he didn’t dare to provoke him so easily.

After all, Liu Cheng's identity as an alchemist was not something the Zhou Family could compare to.

"I naturally know this, but since Liu Cheng has set up the Xu Family like this, if it were me, I certainly wouldn't be able to tolerate it. Today, I'm going to Liu Ge to seek justice. If the Xu Family head is willing, he can come with me; if not, that’s fine, I won’t force it," Qin Chen said calmly.

"Qin Chen Young Hero, what are you saying? If it weren't for you today, the Xu Family might have already encountered great calamity. I say this only to remind you. Since you insist on doing this, I have no objections. Don’t say it’s just Liu Ge; even if it's a mountain of knives and a sea of fire, if I frown, I’m a coward," Xu Xiong said, his blood boiling from Qin Chen's words.

"Then let’s set off," Qin Chen smiled slightly.

To be honest, he definitely intended to confront Liu Cheng, especially after learning that Xu Xiong was poisoned with Heart Lotus Poison, which piqued his curiosity about Liu Cheng.