Alchemy

Lan Su had been traveling for days in the remote mountains of the murim world. He had heard rumors of a hidden valley where a rare herb grew that could be used to create a powerful elixir. He had set out on this journey to find the herb and test his skills in alchemy.

As he climbed higher into the mountains, the air grew thinner, and the temperature dropped. Lan Su wrapped his cloak tightly around himself to keep warm. He trudged on, determined to reach his destination.

After a few more hours of climbing, Lan Su finally reached the hidden valley. It was a breathtaking sight. The valley was filled with lush greenery and a small stream flowed through the center. The rare herb he was looking for grew on the rocky cliffs surrounding the valley.

Lan Su approached the cliffs with caution. He knew that a single misstep could result in a fatal fall. With his engineering skills, he devised a simple yet effective grappling hook to help him climb the cliffs safely. The hook was made of a sturdy metal alloy that he had developed himself, and he attached it to a long rope made of woven hemp.

With the grappling hook in one hand and the rope in the other, Lan Su began his ascent. He was careful to test each handhold and foothold before trusting his weight to it. The climb was slow and arduous, but after a few hours, Lan Su finally reached the top of the cliff.

He searched for the rare herb he had come for and found it growing in a small crevice. Lan Su carefully extracted the herb and stored it in a small pouch. He felt a sense of satisfaction wash over him. He had accomplished what he had set out to do.

As he made his way down the cliff, Lan Su realized that the grappling hook he had invented could be useful in many situations. He made a mental note to refine the design and make it available to other adventurers.

With the herb safely in his possession, Lan Su began his journey back to civilization, eager to test his alchemical skills and create a powerful elixir.