However, thanks to Mrs. Jenkins, Barbara's quota suddenly sounded rational.

And in order to let Maria get the quota, Canaan and the other senior members of the Jenkins family had to compromise. They didn't dare to object when Mrs. Jenkins defended Barbara's presence.

Just like the countless conflicts in the past, Mrs. Jenkins trumped them all when it came to the interests of the family.

“Maria, I know that this is short notice, but... You'll go to the charity auction, right?"

After a short pause, Canaan explained nervously, "You can't take this opportunity for granted. The Pill Alchemist Association will observe the performance of all attendees at the event. More importantly, the assessment of the Pill Alchemist Association will be held next month, which only happens every three years."

Canaan then began to explain to Maria in detail what the Pill Alchemist Association's three-year test was.

It turned out that the association only held this exam every three years.

The purpose of the exam was to recruit new pill alchemists to fill in vacancies from those who passed away, retired, fell ill, or were expelled over the past three years.

There were many benefits for an official member of the Pill Alchemist Association.

Although members had to obey their strict rules and were required to contribute to the welfare of the association, they could also gain and learn a lot.

According to the level of their memberships, they could gain access to the formula of the exclusive elixir from the Pill Alchemist Association.

Undoubtedly, mastering these secret recipes would greatly enhance the strength of pill alchemists, consequently benefiting the clans behind them.

Therefore, this big test held by the Pill Alchemist Association every three years was a big deal to all the clans.

Canaan smiled bitterly and added, "The quota for each clan's examinees is also decided by the Pill Alchemist Association. Three years ago, the Jenkins family didn't gain a quota. At that time, we didn't have anyone qualified for the test, so it wasn't too big of a blow. But this year is different. You, Vivian, and Isla are all talented pill alchemists, and of course, Barbara was also included.

In other words, the Jenkins family will need at least four quotas. Whether we'll get all four places will depend on your performance at the charity auction. Don't forget, it's in five days. The representatives of the Pill Alchemist Association will be there. They'll observe and make an assessment based on their personal opinions. They'll decide how many slots will be given to each clan.”

Hearing this, Julie couldn't help but frown and raise a question.

“It's up to their personal opinion? But isn't that too... Irrational?"

She had heard Canaan express just now how important the Pill Alchemist Association was to the ancient martial world.

But if they were so important, then why was the exam so capricious when it came to the quota?

Canaan smiled bitterly.

“It might seem like that, but the association has worked like this since time immemorial. However, they've made accurate judgments every single time, and the quota given to each clan is always reasonable, so we've learned not to question them."

“Well, in that case..." Julie faltered.

She knew little about the ancient martial world, so it was difficult for her to wrap her head around what kind of inner world these special modern cultivators had.

“Anyway, Maria and Barbara will be attending the charity dinner on behalf of the Jenkins family. And the quota for our clan-which will be completely based on your performances, mind you-may affect the future of the Jenkins family."