Fury Immortal Doctor

Chapter 1932 - 1935: You Think a Champion Title Is Enough to Fob Me Off?

"Presumptuous!"Upon hearing Shen Qiang's demand for the alchemists present to acknowledge him as the Pill Emperor before he would agree to withdraw from the competition, the Medicine King Valley Master was the first to flare up, angrily saying, "Shen Qiang, do not be ignorant of the immensity of heaven and earth. Titles like Pill Emperor and Medicine King aren't bestowed by others but must be earned by yourself!"

Yu Xinghuo, slightly embarrassed, added, "Alliance Hierarch, your request is a bit excessive. In the Cultivation World, the most esteemed alchemist, even with great repute, can strive only for the ultimate honor of being called Medicine King. The title of Pill Emperor is truly too grand!"

Pan Zheng also furrowed his brow and advised, "Shen Qiang, your alchemy skills indeed surpass those of ordinary alchemists, but this demand is indeed somewhat excessive."

Hearing the prominent figures on the judging panel express such opinions, the cultivators present all wore expressions of displeasure.

"Shen Qiang is too arrogant. Not satisfied with being a champion, does he really think his elixir pills are invincible?"

"He's gone overboard with his arrogance; it's beyond just being conceited!"

"Skilled he may be, but his character is seventy percent flawed!"

Amidst the clamorous crowd, Shen Qiang calmly took a sip of tea, put down the cup, and with a composed rise of his eyebrows said, "I know what you're thinking. You believe that winning a championship is already impressive and worthy of pride for someone like me, Shen Qiang."

"However, don't forget, Shen Qiang doesn't care what you think. From my perspective, if I cannot become universally recognized as number one, it would be a disgrace to my sect, hence there's no room for negotiation in this matter."

Raising his eyebrows at the Medicine King Valley Master, Shen Qiang calmly remarked, "Because I know, with the current medicinal pill conference being like this, you probably won't let me participate in the next one either. So either give me what I want, or I'll take it myself."

Upon hearing this, everyone present felt a chill in their hearts.

"Unable to be the strongest, one would disgrace their sect? Who exactly does Shen Qiang apprentice under?"

"We don't know. Shen Qiang appeared suddenly in the Cultivation World; nobody knows whom he apprentices under or the origins of his sect."

"Hmm~ Shen Qiang's sect must be extraordinary, after all, only immensely powerful sects uphold the notion that one must not mention their sect unless they achieve fame."

While everyone was taken aback and pondering, Pan Zheng from the Thirty-two Skillful Hands loudly said, "Shen Qiang, stop dreaming. There's no possibility of granting you titles like Pill Emperor because no matter how strong you are, you don't have the authority to surpass all alchemists."

Upon hearing this, Shen Qiang smiled calmly and said, "In that case, there's no use discussing further. Let's continue the competition. After I win this tournament's championship for ten or twenty consecutive sessions, there will be no one questioning."

In an instant, the Medicine King Valley Master's expression changed dramatically.

Clearly, if Shen Qiang continues like this, the most affected would be Medicine King Valley itself. Who would want to participate in a tournament they know can't be won? Not even ten sessions; Shen Qiang winning the championship for just three would be enough to drive despair into all young alchemists within the circle.

Furthermore, despite the arrogance in Shen Qiang's words, the alchemists present were completely silent, with no one protesting.

Indeed, there was no suspense.

Shen Qiang's elixir pills are of Divine Grade, making it impossible to compare with Shen Qiang. As long as he participates in the medicinal pill conference, first place is assured.

Moreover, even if the Medicine King Valley Master wanted to ban Shen Qiang from future conferences, it wouldn't work. With the Heshenghe Pill Alliance's three hundred alchemists under his command, Shen Qiang could completely set up his own site and hold another medicinal pill conference separately.

So, after hesitating briefly, the Medicine King Valley Master offered a stifled laugh, then solemnly said, "The title of Pill Emperor is unprecedented, and indeed we cannot grant it, but given that Shen Qiang's elixir pills are already of Divine Grade, with remarkable efficacy, I believe Shen Qiang is qualified to be recognized as the Medicine King."

Upon hearing this, Pan Zheng was momentarily taken aback.

Yu Xinghuo was already exclaiming joyfully, "Indeed, our Alliance Hierarch Shen Qiang has achieved unparalleled mastery in the art of elixir pills, certainly matching the title of Medicine King; calling him Shen Medicine King is truly deserved!"

Side-eyed, Pan Zheng was seen to be stunned, with Yu Xinghuo's eyes bright as snow, "Of course, if anyone is dissatisfied with our Hierarch's Medicine King title, they can step forward and 'Dan Fight' with him!"

In an instant, Pan Zheng's expression lost its edge; from initial doubt, he immediately transitioned to a stance of indifference, as if saying 'Fine, whatever you say, counts me out.'

Likewise, the alchemists present, although furrowing their brows, after contemplating briefly, expressed their agreement one after another.

"Shen Qiang's elixir pills are impeccable; with three hundred alchemists under him, calling him Medicine King is not undeserved."

"Yes, rather than let an alchemist of his caliber disrupt the medicinal pill conference, it's better to directly grant him the title of Medicine King and let everything fall into proper order."

"Haha, I honestly don't want to acknowledge Shen Qiang as a Medicine King, but resistance is futile. His elixir pills are indeed too strong, impossible to compete against!"

Under these circumstances, Shen Qiang hesitated slightly, realizing that the title of Medicine King is still quite far from that of Pill Emperor.

Seemingly noticing Shen Qiang's displeasure, the Medicine King Valley Master laughed forcedly, "Hierarch Shen, I understand the gap between Pill Emperor and Medicine King, but right now in the Cultivation World, there are no other Medicine Kings, making this title unique. Besides, as the saying goes, a gentleman knows when to back off."

Shen Qiang frowned at these words, full of reluctance. After all, Shen Qiang's master in the Immortal Realm was a Medical Saint!

In the Immortal Realm, they were figures of unparalleled status, even the Empress treated them with courtesy and respect.

Yet here, where there isn't even a single proper alchemist, the denial of a Pill Emperor title and only being offered Medicine King felt like unreasonable bullying.

Seeing Shen Qiang's dissatisfaction, Yu Xinghuo seemed anxious, afraid Shen Qiang might forego the readily available Medicine King title and end up in conflict with all sides, hurriedly comforting, "Alliance Hierarch, it's been three hundred years since the Cultivation World saw the emergence of a Medicine King. Being the Medicine King equates to ruling the world of alchemists, as no one holds a higher title than yours. Even the Thirty-two Skillful Hands must respectfully call you senior when meeting you."

With these words, Yu Xinghuo signaled to Pan Zheng with his eyes, clearly suggesting, 'Quickly wrap this up!'

Utterly helpless, Pan Zheng, having no alternatives, sighed, "Indeed, according to alchemist customs, when encountering the Medicine King, one must show the respect of a disciple. So, Shen Qiang, begrudgingly accept the title of Medicine King."

Seeing them insist in this manner, despite feeling slightly less satisfied, Shen Qiang wisely acknowledged with calmness, "Fine, since you all insist on making me Medicine King, then let it be."