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Therefore, he no longer pressed aggressively but quietly changed his strategy, saying in a softened tone, "Perhaps we don't need to be so competitive."

Seeing this, Yang Fan already had a plan in mind.

He took a few steps forward, cleverly inserting himself into the situation, and suggested with a smile, "Why don't you two have a competition of elixirs to determine the better alchemist, each displaying your unique abilities? The winner will be considered the superior one."

Upon hearing this, the crowd became excited.

Although Wang Qiang hesitated slightly, he had no way to refuse and could only nod in agreement.

And Jiang Haoran, seeing Yang Fan step forward, felt a glimmer of hope ignite in his heart and nodded heavily.

As the elixir competition began, both sides displayed their skills on the platform.

Wang Qiang, who initially thought he had victory within his grasp, gradually discovered that Jiang Haoran's skills far exceeded his expectations.

Seeing the situation turn unfavorable, beads of sweat began to appear on Wang Qiang's forehead, and his movements became increasingly flustered.

Yang Fan, watching all of this, secretly felt pleased with himself. He had deliberately chosen this competition to give Jiang Haoran an opportunity.

He slightly turned his head and whispered to Li Changsheng and Li Ling'er beside him, "There are no absolute weaklings in this world. As long as someone is willing to lend a hand, they can change their destiny."

In the end, Jiang Haoran, with his exquisite skills and newly elevated fighting spirit, forced Wang Qiang into a position where he couldn't parry.

Helpless, Wang Qiang stopped, crestfallen, his face full of embarrassment.

The onlookers were dumbfounded and cast admiring glances at Yang Fan, while Wang Qiang's followers had no choice but to retreat dejectedly.

Jiang Haoran stood on the platform, the long-lost confidence quietly gathering in his heart.

His gaze, filled with gratitude, looked directly at Yang Fan: "Thank you, Senior, for lending a helping hand."

Yang Fan smiled calmly and patted him on the shoulder: "Life is about having an indomitable spirit."

That night at the market, a seed of hope was planted in Jiang Haoran's heart, while Yang Fan, in his leisurely pace, continued on his endless journey of recruiting disciples.

The market's noise gradually faded away, and under the night sky, Yang Fan, Li Changsheng, and Li Ling'er strolled along the streets adorned with lights.

Yang Fan was pondering the upcoming Towering Sky Pagoda trial. For him, it was a challenge he inevitably had to face and an excellent opportunity to improve himself.

"Master," Li Changsheng walked beside Yang Fan and asked with slight worry, "Is the Towering Sky Pagoda really that dangerous?"

Yang Fan smiled slightly, his gaze firm and peaceful.

"Danger is certain, but that's precisely why it's full of opportunities. You only need to focus on your own growth, and everything will naturally be resolved."

Li Ling'er leaned close to Yang Fan's right side, nodding thoughtfully.

"What about Tang Hao? It's said that he's always been very interested in the Mandate Plunder System and even resorts to unscrupulous means."

Just as these words flowed like water into the hearts of the two disciples, a loud bell rang in the distance, as if announcing the start of a new day.

Yang Fan realized that he didn't have much time left.

To prepare for the upcoming trial, he had to plan ahead and make thorough preparations.

"Tomorrow, we will set off for the Towering Sky Pagoda."

As soon as Yang Fan finished speaking, he strode forward.

His figure appeared particularly upright in the dimly lit alley, like a sharp sword pointing straight at the end of the path to immortality.

Dawn will eventually arrive, and the challenge of the Towering Sky Pagoda is the final hurdle before the break of dawn.

Yang Fan knew that by taking this step, he was not only doing it for the Mandate Plunder System's rewards but also for the future of himself and his disciples, for the legendary wish of immortality.

The next morning, sunlight shone through the clouds and onto the earth, each ray seeming to herald the power of a new day.

As Yang Fan and his disciples walked out of their residence, the mountain was filled with the chirping of morning birds, like a natural symphony welcoming them to the journey they were about to embark on.

"Master," Li Changsheng said somewhat eagerly, "I thought about it for a long time last night. I know the trial of the Towering Sky Pagoda is not to be underestimated, but I am ready. I will face any challenge head-on."

Yang Fan looked at Li Changsheng with satisfaction and nodded slightly: "Good, that's what my disciple, Yang Fan, should be like. Criticizing yourself and being brave enough to make progress is the first step to growth."

Li Ling'er stood silently to the side, her expression firm, with a hint of imperceptible anticipation and nervousness in her eyes.

"Master, I have also discovered some new directions, and I will verify them in this trial."

Yang Fan smiled and touched Li Ling'er's head, "Very good, you are both disciples I am proud of. Remember, as long as you have no fear in your heart, you will not fear any test."

In front of them was the path leading to the Towering Sky Pagoda.

At this moment, Yang Fan realized that they were not only fighting for themselves but also for each other.

This trial was not only a test of the disciples' cultivation but also the greatest verification of their trust and tacit understanding.