Chapter 113: Qingyan Group

"In the future, when taking on disciples, keep your eyes peeled," Chen Yu said indifferently.

"I will certainly keep your teachings in mind, sir," Duan Tianming nodded slightly.

Chen Yu glanced at the dumbfounded Zhao Zhong: "Zhao Zhong, if you aren't convinced, feel free to come find me for revenge later. Be open and aboveboard about it, understand?"

"Fine, Chen Yu, we'll see," Zhao Zhong's body was stiff, unable to move a single inch.

Chen Yu sneered and turned to leave.

"Chen Yu, let me go!" Zhao Zhong was stunned; what was he supposed to do now that Chen Yu was leaving?

Chen Yu didn't even look back, letting the guy scream behind him; although Wang Qi's half-baked Immobilization Talisman wasn't very powerful, an ordinary person wouldn't be able to move for two or three days.

Even after regaining the ability to move, the body would remain sore and stiff for several days; this guy was in for a rough time.

"Mr. Chen, ever since we parted last time, I've been looking for an opportunity to meet with you," Duan Tianming smiled.

Chen Yu took out two Talismans and handed them to Xuanji: "Although your Xuanji Sect has avoided the Five Imperfections and Three Shortages, the Killing Tribulation and the Fallen Demon Tribulation are inescapable no matter what."

"These are two 'Life-Changing Talismans'. When the Killing Tribulation arrives, place one on yourself and the other on a dog or a cat; it will then bear this tribulation for you."

"Thank you, Mr. Chen." Duan Tianming was overjoyed. He took the two Talismans, pulled out a Brocade Pouch, and carefully placed the Talismans inside.

"Alright, I have other matters to attend to, so I'll be heading back now." Chen Yu was thinking about that Spirit Stone and wanted to return quickly, so he parted ways with Duan Tianming and drove off.

After Chen Yu drove away, three figures appeared; these people were the few Dharma Cultivators Chen Yu had encountered at the market.

The man in the lead had a gloomy expression: "That's the direction toward Fengling."

"Big Brother, shall we chase after him now and kill him?" one person asked.

"No rush, let him go to Fengling," the man sneered. "How could anyone targeted by me, Wu Fa, possibly escape?"

Returning home, Chen Yu went to a quiet room in the villa's basement, placed the dozen or so Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures he had obtained today one by one, kept a few life-saving ones on his person, and then took out the basketball-sized stone.

The layer of stone skin on the outside of this stone had an insulating effect, blocking the Spiritual Energy of the Spirit Stone inside, but Chen Yu had a unique eye and could naturally see the extraordinary nature within.

After setting the stone down, Chen Yu extended his right hand. The tattoo on his arm glowed slightly, a flash of red light appeared, and Lichen materialized in his hand. With a clear shout, he raised his True Qi and slashed with his sword.

With a *chi* sound, the stone was split in two. Immediately following, Spiritual Light appeared, and a fist-sized Spirit Stone, stripped of its stone skin, appeared before his eyes.

This Spirit Stone shimmered with flowing light, the Spiritual Energy within it condensing into streaks of Spiritual Light surging inside the stone; it looked extremely beautiful.

Chen Yu held the Spirit Stone as if he had found a priceless treasure. His heart was filled with wild joy; with this Spirit Stone, he should be able to break through the first level of the Great Profound Sacred Clarity Scripture, reaching a strength equivalent to the Extreme Martial Sect Realm.

At that time, he would have sufficient strength to deal with any unexpected events.

"Wuwu, brother-in-law, where are you? My face is having an allergic reaction," just then, Ye Qian's voice came from outside.

"What's wrong?" Chen Yu put his things away and hurried upstairs.

Ye Xinyu was buried in her work, leaving only Ye Qian at home. Now, her complexion was bright red, and faint, dense little bumps were appearing on her face.

"I'm having an allergic reaction; this cosmetic must be toxic," Ye Qian covered her face and cried out: "I'm going to report it."

"From Qingyan?" Chen Yu glanced at the cosmetic, his heart stirring. Wasn't this the company of Yan Roujin, who guarded Lichen?

Her family had guarded Lichen for generations, and now that Lichen had recognized him as its master, her life had finally returned to normal. Qingyan was her company; was there a problem with these cosmetics?

"Yes, what should I do?" Ye Qian said anxiously: "How can I see anyone like this?"

"Don't worry, it's nothing major. A hot compress will do," Chen Yu grabbed the box of cosmetics: "I know people over there; I'll go look into the situation."

At the Qingyan headquarters, in the president's office, several boxes of cosmetics were piled up in front of Yan Roujin.

The current Yan Roujin had shed her previous image; her hair was pinned up high, and she wore a professional suit, looking every bit the image of a powerful businesswoman.

She had less of an aura of the pugilistic world and more of a capable and mature air.

"President Yan, we've received several complaints that our newly launched cosmetics are causing allergic reactions," an assistant said.

"Recall them all," Yan Roujin said indifferently.

"But... this product was just launched. We hired celebrities for endorsements and ran quite a few advertisements. If we recall them, firstly, it will damage our company's image, and secondly, the financial loss will exceed one hundred million," the female assistant was stunned.

"I said recall them all. This skincare product is under the charge of Vice President Zhang Hai; have him come here immediately," Yan Roujin said.

"Yes..." the assistant didn't dare speak further and could only nod.

A moment later, a very capable-looking man walked into the office. He smiled: "Roujin, you looking for me?"

"You have always been in charge of the R&D department. Explain what is going on here," Yan Roujin pointed at the cosmetics on the table.

"I am currently handling this issue. Don't worry, I will resolve it," Zhang Hai's eyelids twitched, but he smiled calmly.

"Our products have issues. Recall them all, reformulate the recipe, and ensure everything is foolproof before relaunching."

"I disagree," Zhang Hai's expression changed: "The formula was researched by my team; there is absolutely no problem. Don't you trust me?"

"I trust you, but how do you explain this problem?" Yan Roujin pointed at the problematic cosmetic: "I've looked at the formula; it's missing a conditioning agent and cannot accommodate all skin types."

"Because everyone's skin type is different, the formula must account for all of them, but your formula doesn't. As a researcher, you shouldn't be making such routine mistakes."

"Roujin, you haven't been in Fengling for these past few years; I've been the one managing Qingyan. Besides, your parents were kind to me when they were alive; I'm like their own son. You should trust me," Zhang Hai played the emotional card.

"Do as I say. I am still the one in charge of the Yan Family, and I am also the president of Qingyan," Yan Roujin said: "Furthermore, I will take over the R&D department personally. From now on, you will be in charge of operations."

"What?" Zhang Hai's expression grew even uglier: "Roujin, you come from a management background, while I graduated from the Institute of Chemical Engineering. I have more experience than you in beauty product R&D; you don't understand product formulas."

"President Yan, there is someone named Chen Yu outside who says he is your friend," the secretary's call came through.

"Chen Yu? Let him in," Yan Roujin was delighted and stood up quickly.

"Chen Yu, why are you here?" Seeing that it was indeed Chen Yu, Yan Roujin was very happy and stepped forward to take Chen Yu's hand.

Seeing Yan Roujin shed her stern image and happily hold Chen Yu's hand, Zhang Hai's expression changed instantly; his gaze toward Chen Yu turned somewhat resentful.