Chapter 1273

Arrogant, you even think you're fit to contest alchemical arts with my Medicine Clan!

When Hun Xu Zi uttered that, the Medicine Clan elders immediately began to berate him angrily.

After all, the Medicine Clan has always prided itself on its profound alchemy.

Now hearing Hun Xu Zi's such arrogant tone, none of them could stay seated!

As for Yao Dan, seated at the head, after gauging Hun Xu Zi's strength, he instantly exchanged a glance with the two elders seated beside him who were not members of the Medicine Clan.

Finally, the three who reached consensus swiftly shifted their gaze toward the unflinching Hun Xu Zi.

Heh, since you are so eager for the title of the continent's foremost Alchemist, stay and take part in the upcoming contest. After all, my Medicine Clan is not an unreasonable race; as long as you abide by our rules, you will be our guest. If not, even if you are the Soul Clan's chief alchemist, I would still dare to strike and keep you here.

At the end of his words, a sharp, murderous glint flashed across Yao Dan's aged face.

After all, having long held a high position, the clan leader's authority is naturally effortless.

Clan Leader, Gu Nanhai Elder, Huo Yao Elder, this fellow clearly isn't here to honestly join the Medicine Classic; aren't we being a bit reckless?

Seeing our own Clan Leader actually permit this scheming fellow to stay, the surrounding Medicine Clan elders, including Wan Huo, were instantly taken aback; after a moment of hesitation they whispered.

"The Medicine Classic is the grandest event of our Medicine Clan; in front of so many guests we cannot shirk battle in our strongest field. Doing so would make people think our clan has declined, unable to maintain its alchemical edge. Moreover, although the Soul Clan must be guarded against, it's safer to keep him within our sight than let him slip away. If anything goes wrong, I can still deal with him."

As soon as he finished, Yao Dan waved his hand, his expression calm, and continued: "Moreover, I have already conferred with Gu Nanhai and Huo Yao elders; should Hun Xu Zi show any sign of trouble later, I will personally act to capture and kill him. And the two elders will simultaneously summon their clan's reinforcements!"

That is so.

After hearing Yao Dan's arrangement, the group of Medicine Clan elders led by Wan Huo nodded, feeling somewhat reassured.

After all, as our Clan Leader said, it's safer to keep Hun Xu Zi under our airtight surveillance at the Medicine Classic than let him slip out of our sight.

Moreover, this Medicine Classic also has elders from the Ancient Clan and the Flame Clan present.

Even if the Soul Clan tries any trick, the elders of the two clans can simply call their own reinforcements.

Even if the Soul Heavenly Emperor arrives, he would not dare to act rashly before our three‑clan alliance!

Jie Jie, Yao Dan, the clan leader, is magnanimous, unlike those hypocrites.

Hearing Yao Dan's agreement, Hun Xu Zi let out a light laugh, then his lips curled slightly.

At the same time, a strange smile flashed briefly across his eyes.

As soon as the words fell, his figure shifted, and in an instant, under the many gazes, he appeared directly on a stone chair.

That spot happened to be right near Xiao Yan and Yao Chen.

"Yao Chen, you brat have taken a fine disciple; even though I've long resided in the Soul Realm, your disciple's name still reverberates like thunder—those who operate in the Soul Hall haven't taken a big hit under your command."

Climbing onto the stone chair and sitting, Hun Xu Zi instantly shifted his gaze to the nearby Elder Yao Lao, smiling oddly.

However, when his eyes swept over Xiao Yan, his brows twitched slightly and a deep jealousy flashed in his eyes.

Because of the short time, even their Soul Clan's information network hadn't managed to learn of Xiao Yan's ascension to the Imperial Soul.

And once he learned it at the Medicine Realm's gate, there was no time left for further preparation; he could only plunge in headfirst.

After all, the Medicine Realm opens only during the guests' entry for the Medicine Classic; once the entrances close, if he tries to force his way in, the Medicine Clan will have ample reason to seize him.

Heh, I don't care about thunderous reputations, but your concealment of strength to enter the Medicine Clan looks ill‑intentioned. I advise you to be honest; otherwise, even though you are now a Seventh‑Star early‑stage Dou Saint, I still have a chance to kill you.

As soon as the words fell, a deep, resonant soul attack surged from Xiao Yan's brow and shot toward Hun Xu Zi at breakneck speed.

Hmph!

Sensing something amiss, Hun Xu Zi's complexion hardened instantly, followed by a cold snort.

At the same time, his figure flickered several times, retreating to a distance.

I dislike those who betray teachers and annihilate ancestors, so you'd better stay far away.

Seeing Hun Xu Zi withdraw far away, Xiao Yan silently breathed a sigh of relief, yet offered no mocking words.

This fellow's Seventh‑Star level Dou Qi is an overwhelming threat to him.

Therefore, Xiao Yan naturally could not let him stay by his side.

Otherwise, if the opponent were prepared, even relying on the Imperial Soul might allow me to defeat him, but Hun Xu Zi's terrifying power would surely shatter my mortal body.

At that point, things would be dire for him.

Of course, while speaking, Xiao Yan deliberately exposed Hun Xu Zi's strength.

After all, this mysterious fellow surely harbors ill intent; he cannot be allowed to have it easy.

Concealing strength? Seventh‑Star Dou Saint!

Hearing Xiao Yan's words, everyone—including Yao Dan, the Medicine Clan leader—suddenly changed expression, their gazes alarmed as they stared at Hun Xu Zi.

Who could have imagined that this guy, who seemed only a Fifth‑Star Dou Saint, was actually hiding so much power!

Immediately, Yao Dan's eyes flickered, then he slammed the stone chair's armrest, stood up and roared: "Hun Xu Zi, you concealed your strength to enter my Medicine Realm—what exactly are you planning?!"

As Yao Dan rose, each of the Medicine Clan elders also stood instantly, ready to strike at any moment.

If Hun Xu Zi gave an unsatisfactory answer, they would immediately form a formation and attack him.

Although a Seventh‑Star early‑stage Dou Saint is powerful, with so many elders present, their combined force could still knock a Seventh‑Star Dou Saint down!

Meanwhile, Huo Yao of the Flame Clan and Gu Nanhai of the Ancient Clan each silently produced a spatial jade tablet.

If the situation inside turns unfavorable, they will instantly summon their clan's reinforcements.

Jie Jie, I originally intended to hide my weakness, then strike unexpectedly during the later Medicine Classic to snatch the continent's top Alchemist spot, giving your Medicine Clan a real embarrassment.

At this point, Hun Xu Zi's expression hardened as he glared at Xiao Yan, growling: "Kid, you ruined my plans!"

As soon as the words fell, Hun Xu Zi turned his head, smiled brightly at Yao Dan, and bowed: "Clan Leader Yao Dan, you are also a clan head; you won't personally bully this junior of mine during the upcoming Medicine Classic, will you?"

Bastard, you actually cheated!

When Hun Xu Zi said that, a wave of fear instantly washed over the faces of all the Medicine Clan members nearby.

Although because of Xiao Yan's Imperial Soul, they now hold little hope.

But without Xiao Yan's earlier warning, the uninformed would perhaps underestimate and send weaker elders to confront the enemy.

Then, the chance that the opponent's Seventh‑Star Dou Saint strength exceeds their clan's ranking would be very high!

And once they fall into decline, Xiao Yan's exceptional case as an emperor-level soul is still manageable, but they, who have always been the top in alchemy among the ancient races, lost to the Soul Race; then how will they ever find a firm foothold on the continent?

Thinking of this, the Yao Clan elders all glared angrily at Hun Xuzi.

As for Yao Dan, upon learning of Hun Xuzi's sinister intentions, his face likewise darkened.

But after all he is the clan chief; he soon adjusted his mindset and said in a deep voice: "This is the Yao Clan's affair, you Soul Race need not worry. As for you, hurry and take your seat; the time is almost up—we don't want to delay the Pill Canon because of you."

Hehe, since Clan Chief Yao Dan has spoken, I naturally must obey.

Upon hearing that, Hun Xuzi let out a cold snort, flicked his sleeve, then glared fiercely at Xiao Yan once more before silently finding a seat and sitting down.

Seeing the matter settle, Gu Nanhai and Huo Yao then slowly put away the jade slips in their hands and quietly took their seats.

As for Yao Dan, however, he paid no attention to Hun Xuzi's expression.

After seeing the venue grow quiet, his gaze slowly swept over the surroundings, and then he returned to his seat.

The time has come; the Pill Canon begins!

The next moment, his voice, filled with the authority of a clan chief, slowly spread through the venue, then like a muffled thunder it resounded throughout heaven and earth.

Bang! Bang! Bang!

Accompanied by Yao Dan's voice echoing across the sky, around the square, on the ancient stone pillars standing upright, blossoms of fire tens of zhang in size, gorgeous and multicolored, rose up from within.

Countless thousands of these strange flames, which made the vast majority of outside alchemists envy, burned and swayed continuously, and the scenery they formed was also splendid.

Inside the huge stone pill cauldrons surrounding the square, four pills now rose up, exuding a rich medicinal fragrance.

After those present smelled the medicinal fragrance emanating from those four pills, even those somewhat weaker in strength faintly felt that they might be on the verge of a breakthrough.

Naturally, those at the Dou Saint level and above did not have this feeling.

But those rich medicinal aromas also refreshed the spirits of most people present, immediately stirring their appetites.

Lin Feng couldn't help but click his tongue in amazement, saying: "Tens of thousands of eighth-rank Beast Fires, nearly a thousand half-saint Beast Fires, and over a hundred ninth-rank Beast Fires, plus dozens of strange fires like the Ye Family Yang Fire that aren't on the exotic fire list, together with those four ninth-grade precious pills—tsk tsk, what a grand gesture!"

However, considering that the Yao Clan is the continent's foremost alchemy family and they have a great need for such exotic fires that aid alchemy, it's not surprising.

After all, even if the Yao Clan has declined, they still possess a decent foundation among the ancient races, and moreover the Pill Canon is their grandest event.

Being able to produce these things to display their foundation to the outside world is hardly surprising.

Moreover, as long as these fire seeds are properly maintained and given external energy replenishment, preserving them for tens of thousands of years is easy.

After such a long accumulation, isn't this stockpile terrifying?

But then, as the ceremony began, the young participants who went on stage for the Pill Canon displayed potential that astonished most of those present.

Because the several ten thousand people from the Yao Clan who went on stage were all at least sixth-rank alchemists.

And the sight of so many sixth-, seventh-, and eighth-rank alchemists simultaneously lighting their furnaces to refine pills was extraordinarily spectacular.

At the same time, many people realized that the Yao Clan, which rose through alchemy, commands the largest and highest-quality force of alchemists on the continent.

Although they may feel some pride when facing the alchemists of Zhongzhou, one cannot deny that the Yao Clan's arrogance is equally backed by ample resources.

Perhaps because of the Dou Emperor's bloodline, the Yao Clan's members find alchemy especially easy to cultivate.

Moreover, with over a million alchemists in their ranks, and their clan never lacking in medicinal herbs of all grades,

Each generation can always find many outstanding talents in alchemy, and with the Dou Emperor's bloodline granting extraordinary effects in qi cultivation, these people's strength is generally not weak and their lifespans are long.

Thus, after such accumulation, even the eighth-rank grandmaster alchemists who have some renown in Zhongzhou cannot be said to be plentiful in the Yao Clan, but at least if you throw a brick into a crowded place, you're bound to hit a few.

Possessing such capital, it is only natural to feel pride when comparing themselves to other alchemist organizations.

Of course, this only applies below the ninth-rank alchemist level; for that tiny elite at the pinnacle of the alchemist pyramid, the Yao Clan's bloodline power cannot exert any effect.

After all, although the power derived from the Dou Emperor's bloodline makes them adept at alchemy, relying solely on it cannot possibly bring them to the peak of the alchemical world.

Sometimes, this bloodline power even becomes an obstacle preventing them from reaching the top tier.

This perhaps counts as some drawbacks of the Dou Emperor's bloodline: it gives you an early boost, but later it holds you back.

Nevertheless, the early acceleration from the Dou Emperor's bloodline already lets members of the Dou Emperor families surpass 99% of outside cultivators.

Therefore, this flaw is not particularly obvious in the present age.

The alchemy of the Yao Clan and some junior outside alchemists lasted several full days before gradually drawing to a close.

During this period, many guests couldn't help but exclaim in astonishment from time to time.

However, for Xiao Yan, Yao Chen, and the Old Man Shen Nong, etc., it was like a group of adults watching children fight—there was nothing worth observing.

Thus, while others in the square gasped in surprise at the birth of the pills, they remained perfectly calm, closing their eyes to nurture their spirits.

Not even their bodies moved at all.

As for Lin Feng, he had already refined a ninth-grade profound pill before; even against the Yao Clan chief Yao Dan, he would dare to fight.

Therefore, facing such a small scene, his heart would naturally not stir any waves.

However, his gaze would occasionally sweep over the distant stone chairs, where the Flame Clan's Huo Yao, the Yao Clan's Yao Wanhuo, and Old Man Shen Nong—the three of them—were seated.

Because from them he could clearly sense the auras of Fire Cloud Water Flame, Nine Nether Wind Flame, and the Flame of All Living Things.

Of course, there was also the aura of Turtle Spirit Earth Fire on the lower square.

And the fact that there were four exotic fires also sparked some interest in Lin Feng's heart.

After all, having been nurtured by these people for who knows how many ages, the power of these four exotic fires now far surpasses that of ordinary exotic fires.

Hehe, I don't know if this time we can hope to gather more exotic fires. It would be best to also bring over Xiao Yan's exotic fires and the Xu Wu Zi Fire on Hun Xuzi's body. Then, together with dual cultivation with those servant girls and some other resources, our strength would surely increase significantly.

Thinking of this, Lin Feng couldn't help but reveal a slight smile.

While Lin Feng pondered how to obtain exotic fires, Xiao Yan, on the other side, also spotted some familiar figures during these days of observation.

Such as Yao Xingji, who once gave him the Pill Canon invitation, is now also competing in the lower square.

However, the latter, after years of cultivation, has also made great progress in alchemy.

This time at the Pill Canon gathering, he managed to break into the top five of the competition, which is a decent result.

As for first place, it was, as expected, won by the man named Yao Tian whom he had seen outside the Demonic Fire Space back then.

Moreover, Xiao Yan could sense that Yao Tian should be the most outstanding person among the younger generation of the Yao Clan.

Even though the Medicine Classic had a time limit, he actually managed to refine an eighth-grade nine-colored medicinal pill, overwhelming all rivals.

Such excellent performance made the elders of the Yao Clan beam with joy.

Even Yao Dan himself was satisfied, lightly stroking his beard.

However, when they thought of Xiao Yan, who had just advanced to Emperor Realm Soul, a hint of gloom flashed in their eyes.

They couldn't understand how that brat's soul power could break through the barrier that their clan leader had failed to breach multiple times, allowing him to step into the legendary Emperor Realm.

You should know that Emperor Realm Souls, aside from the newly advanced Xiao Yan, only the Soul Heavenly Emperor and Gu Yuan possess them on the entire Dou Qi Continent.

As for Hun Xuzi, he didn't know what he was thinking at the moment; he simply watched the youngsters competing below in silence, occasionally licking his lips.

This appearance was like a lustful wolf starving for tens of thousands of years seeing a peerless beauty; Xiao Yan, secretly sensing Hun Xuzi with soul power, couldn't help but feel his anus tighten suddenly.

Amidst everyone's various thoughts, the juniors' competition below finally came to an end amidst waves of cheers that shot straight to the clouds.

At the same time, at the very moment when the youths' competition completely ended.

The atmosphere above the plaza did not quiet down because of it; instead, the heat surged up another notch suddenly.

At this moment, scorching gazes shot across the field and finally landed on the people seated on the stone chairs. They understood that the previous juniors' matches were merely an appetizer.

The true main event of the Medicine Classic was still those qualified to sit on the stone chairs, the true pinnacle figures of the alchemical world.

"Hehe, it's finally begun; I should fulfill my teacher's wish."

Sensing the suddenly heating arena, Xiao Yan was the first to slowly open his eyes, smiling with some excitement.

Yao Chen beside him, hearing this, couldn't help but flash a hint of relief in his aged eyes.

His disciple had finally surpassed him, reaching the very top of the alchemist's pyramid.

After all, he himself did not possess his disciple's ability to have an Emperor Realm Soul.

However, thinking of his disciple's teammates, Yao Chen continued to remind him: "Xiao Yan, this final main event, besides you, should be Hun Xuzi, Shennong Lao Ren, Wan Huo Zhanglao, and your arch-rival Lin Feng. Among these people, I don't know about Lin Feng, but the other three are certainly not easy to deal with; in terms of seniority, even I am far inferior to them."

Hearing this, Xiao Yan was slightly startled, then glanced at the chief seat's Yao Dan, feeling a bit surprised: "Even a Seven-Star Dou Sheng-level Hun Xuzi has come; why isn't Yao Dan making a move?"

"As the clan leader, it's natural for him to have some pride. Besides, if Yao Dan made a move and lost, it would be even more embarrassing. Don't forget, you are the sole Emperor Realm Soul here. The Yao Clan wouldn't take that risk."

However, after his words fell, Yao Lao smiled again, then spoke solemnly: "Setting aside the soul factor, purely in terms of alchemical skill, he far surpasses anyone here. Even when I was young, he was already a Ninth-Grade Mystic Pill Grandmaster, and the reason he could steadily hold the clan leader's seat for so many years without question is precisely because he rose to power by refining Ninth-Grade Mystic Pills."

"Indeed, as the dignified leader of the Yao Clan, the head of the strongest alchemist force on the Dou Qi Continent, if he lacked real ability, those people in the Yao Clan would have long since rebelled."

Hearing his teacher's reminder, Xiao Yan also lightly nodded.

Although he had become an Emperor Realm Soul, there simply wasn't enough time; he had no opportunity at all to refine a Ninth-Grade Mystic Pill.

Therefore, no matter how arrogant he was, he would not be careless enough to underestimate a genuine Ninth-Grade Mystic Pill Grandmaster whose strength reached Seven-Star Dou Sheng, whose soul power had already touched the Emperor Realm barrier—a terrifying expert—and harbor any contempt.

While Xiao Yan and Yao Chen were whispering, Yao Dan, seated in the chief position, also slowly rose to his feet.

In an instant, all eyes in the arena gathered on him.

"Hehe, everyone, the appetizers are finished; it's time for the main event."

Facing the gazes of the whole arena, Yao Dan gave a light, indifferent smile, then scanned the crowd and said: "In this Medicine Convention's final round, four people signed up, plus a temporary addition of Hun Xuzi, making five contestants. The ultimate victor among them will claim the title of the continent's top alchemist. I believe whoever emerges victorious from here will deserve that title, and none of you present should object."

At the end of his words, Yao Dan waved his hand, and instantly a square, light-green barrier appeared above the plaza below.

Obviously, this was him activating the plaza's seal to prevent the terrifying heat from a Ninth-Grade alchemist's refining from affecting the other spectators.

"Five of you, please enter the arena!"

Having activated the seal, Yao Dan's plain voice echoed throughout the arena once more.

"Hehehe, Yao Dan, clan leader, you're straightforward. I've long heard that the Medicine Convention is the pinnacle gathering of alchemists on the Dou Qi Continent; I came today hoping to receive your guidance."

Before Yao Dan's words had even finished, Hun Xuzi's figure appeared like a ghost, impatiently materializing in mid-air above the arena.

Perhaps because Xiao Yan had advanced to Emperor Realm Soul, he himself no longer felt the original confidence that he would surely take first place.

Nevertheless, at this moment he had his hands behind his back, displaying the bearing of a grandmaster without a doubt.

After all, setting aside his character, Hun Xuzi's attainments in alchemy are indeed enough to make most of the people present feel daunted.

"Hmph, even though you are now a Seven-Star Dou Sheng, in terms of alchemy, my Yao Clan is the continent's foremost alchemist lineage; I, the old man, will not fear you in the slightest."

Seeing the former appear, Wan Huo Zhanglao, who had been beneath Yao Dan last night, let out a cold snort, then flickered and appeared in the air above the plaza, facing off against Hun Xuzi.

As soon as Wan Huo Zhanglao appeared, he naturally drew waves of cheers from the surrounding crowd.

After all, this is the Yao Clan's home ground, where the Yao Clan and its affiliated forces have the most people.

Now that they saw Wan Huo Zhanglao appear, they naturally wanted to give him face, and at the same time give face to the Yao Clan.

"Although I don't care much for the empty fame of first place, I have long disliked the Soul Hall, the behind-the-scenes manipulator of soul forces across the continent."

As his words fell, Shennong Lao Ren similarly stepped onto the void, shaking a staff woven from medicinal herbs; the jade bottles hanging from it collided, producing a clear sound, and he too appeared in the sky above the plaza.

"I've long heard that Hun Xuzi, you are one of the major contributors to the founding of the Soul Hall; as the leader of the Tianfu Alliance, the opponent of the Soul Hall, I, Xiao Yan, today want to see who wins between us."

As the three took the stage, a clear laugh rang out and spread throughout the arena.

The next moment, Xiao Yan, under the gaze of many, slowly rose to his feet with a smile.

Immediately, his body trembled, afterimages flickering, and he himself suddenly appeared in the sky above the plaza.

Hearing Xiao Yan's hearty laugh, many in the arena felt delighted.

Although he had previously released soul pressure wantonly in the alchemical world, making them extremely displeased.

But in the face of the Soul Hall, they felt Xiao Yan was kind and approachable.

"Kid, having confidence is good, but alchemy isn't just about soul power; although an Emperor Realm Soul is formidable, wanting to beat me in alchemy is likely still a bit lacking."

Facing Xiao Yan's words, Hun Xuzi merely gave a light smile, his face showing no anger at all despite the provocation.

After all, to him, the former was already a dead person.

And how could he be angry over a dead person?

"Hehe, gentlemen, since you're all so interested, I'll join in the fun as well."

Just as he finished speaking, a laugh rang out again in the arena.

Before most people in the arena could react, a figure appeared out of nowhere in the field.

But after waiting to see the person clearly, excluding those Medicine Clan high-level members and some non-Medicine Clan top experts, the rest of the people were basically all in a fog.

Because judging by appearance, this person's age is roughly the same as Xiao Yan's.

But in their impression, people of this age, except for Xiao Yan who fortunately broke through to the Emperor realm soul, on the Dou Qi Continent it seems there is no one who can be mentioned in the same breath as their clan's second strongest, the Myriad Fire Elder, right?

Lin Feng.

However, compared to those clueless Medicine Clan people, Hun Xuzi, Myriad Fire Elder, Shennong Old Man, and Xiao Yan — these four — all narrowed their eyes, then muttered.

Immediately after, Hun Xuzi calmly said: "I've heard some people in the clan mention you; it's said that you once relied on a heaven-rank high-level sound wave battle skill to kill many four-star Dou Saints with others. However, I don't know how your alchemy skills are."

"Clamor!"

As soon as he said that, the area below instantly erupted in an uproar.

Those who didn't know Lin Feng well instantly couldn't help but let out incredulous exclamations.

After all, a four-star Dou Saint is a very important expert even in their Medicine Clan.

And this unknown Lin Feng is just a youngster; how could he possibly achieve this?

This information truly made them find it hard to believe.

"Hehe, in terms of alchemy, I also have some insight; at least, I'm sure I won't be last."

In response to Hun Xuzi's words, Lin Feng replied with a calm expression.

And as for those exclamations below, he acted as if he hadn't heard them, showing no reaction.

Hmph, I want to see what improvement you've made these years. By then, you, the Dan Tower champion, better not still be like that pill fair years ago, refining eighth-grade, the kind of '"precious"' divine pill that we rarely see.

As soon as Lin Feng's words fell, Xiao Yan, who hated him to the point of his teeth itching, immediately spoke in a sarcastic tone.

There's no need to worry about that; I have some experience in refining ninth-grade medicinal pills. However, Xiao Yan brother, I heard you've been searching all over the world for the ingredients for ninth-grade precious pills; this alchemy experience is indeed worrying, after all, alchemy practice is extremely important.

Faced with Xiao Yan's sarcasm, Lin Feng replied with a calm expression as still as water.

Creak—

Hearing those words, recalling how this guy Lin Feng had caused trouble in the Xiao Dan Tower back then, preventing his teacher from exchanging for the needed medicinal ingredients; later, because of this, he and his teacher were both afflicted by the Soul Hall's trace, causing his teacher's physical body to be destroyed again, and now his strength cannot advance at all; Xiao Yan's hands clenched uncontrollably, his teeth gritted.

If it weren't for the fact that he still had a shred of reason, knowing he couldn't act here, he would have already stepped forward and killed Lin Feng!

Hehe, you two, saying more now is useless; I think we should settle this in alchemy skill.

Seeing that the tension between the two sides was rising, Hun Feng, for some reason, suddenly spoke out 'kindly' to interrupt Lin Feng and Xiao Yan.

After saying that, he didn't say anything else, waving his sleeve, and black flames surged out from within his body, covering the sky and earth.

And with the surge of the flames, in the blink of an eye, those black flames condensed in the sky before him into a huge black fire cauldron a hundred zhang tall.

After the fire cauldron formed, faintly, there was actually a strange devouring power emanating from within the cauldron.

"Wu Nie Tun Yan?"

Gazing at the fire cauldron formed from condensed black flames, aside from Lin Feng, who already knew, and Xiao Yan, who sensed it with his strong soul perception, the Elder of the Ten Thousand Flames and the Old Man Shennong both had their eyes narrow in shock, their voices filled with astonishment.

"I never expected that Wu Nie Tun Yan would now be this strong."

Sensing the devouring power continually emanating from the black flames, Old Man Shennong couldn't help but furrow his brows, his gaze at the black fire cauldron also filled with solemnity.

As the eldest senior in the alchemy world, he naturally knew perfectly well the power of Wu Nie Tun Yan.

However, judging by the power of this child flame, its main body is probably at least an Eight-Star Dou Saint.

"Hehe, Old Man Shennong, though you're old, your eyesight is still sharp. However, I can sense that you also have an alien fire within you; now, summon that alien fire from within you. My Wu Nie Tun Yan finds its flavor extremely tempting."

Hearing Old Man Shennong's exclamation, Hun Feng also licked his lips, somewhat impatiently speaking.

"Hmph, it's just a child flame of Wu Nie Tun Yan; I thought the Soul Hall would have gone so far as to refine its main body for you."

Seeing Hun Feng so arrogant, Xiao Yan let out a light chuckle, his tone disdainful.

Although the Wu Nie Tun Yan inside Hun Feng's body feels far stronger than the strand of Hun Feng's earlier, that devouring power obviously isn't the main body of Wu Nie Tun Yan.

So it's quite obvious that the Wu Nie Tun Yan in his hand is likewise just a child flame.

However, he actually hopes the Soul Hall will refine the main body of Wu Nie Tun Yan for Hun Feng.

Then, after the medicine fair ends, he can try to join forces with others to seize that Wu Nie Tun Yan fire seed and refine it, infuriating those Soul Hall people.

Upon hearing that, Hun Feng's eyes narrowed slightly; he couldn't be bothered to explain to these people, his Wu Nie Tun Yan is not like those ordinary child flames.

After all, only very few people know that even the child flames of the Wu Nie Tun Yan adult are graded.

Above the ordinary child flames like those in Hun Feng's hand, there are two special kinds of child flames, which the world calls heavenly and earthly child flames.

This strand of Wu Nie Tun Yan in his hand is precisely one of those earthly child flames!

And this so-called earthly child flame, in a certain sense, can even be considered an embryonic form of Wu Nie Tun Yan.

Its power is far beyond comparable to the ordinary child flame in Hun Feng's hand.

However, this matter is quite secretive; even among the Soul Hall, few people know of it.

Therefore, although Xiao Yan can, through his strong soul perception, sense that the power of this child flame in his hand far exceeds other child flames, he still cannot know those secrets.

And Hun Feng's arrogant expression didn't last long; the Elder of the Ten Thousand Flames immediately spoke in an icy tone: 'Hun Feng, if you want to devour our alien fires, you'll have to see if you have the ability!'

As soon as his words fell, the Elder of the Ten Thousand Flames immediately waved his sleeve.

In an instant, a gust of wind with a pale black color burst forth from his sleeve, writhing rapidly in midair.

However, if one examines closely, one would find that these are not gusts of wind at all, but a special kind of flame!

"Nine Nether Wind Flame."

Seeing this flame, which Xiao Yan had once witnessed Yao Xingji display in the Tian Mu, he had long sensed that this fire resided within the Elder of the Ten Thousand Flames' body, and Xiao Yan showed no great emotional fluctuation.

However, thinking of his current cultivation level, a flicker of fervor flashed in Xiao Yan's eyes.

"Hehe, little devil of the Ten Thousand Flames, your Nine Nether Wind Flame is being displayed more and more proficiently."

Seeing the Elder of the Ten Thousand Flames summon his alien fire, Old Man Shennong also laughed, extending his hand holding the medicinal herb staff, lightly pointing at the void, and said with a laugh: 'In that case, I'll also give it a try.'

As he spoke, everyone saw the medicinal herb staff in his hand suddenly ignite without fire.

The next moment, strand after strand of green flame, like liquid, slowly rose up, and finally, meeting the wind, it rapidly expanded into a vast sea of green liquid-like fire.

And as the flame appeared, layers of mist rose at the same moment, spreading a life‑filled aura that moved the heart.

Then, under the amazed gazes of everyone present, countless rare medicinal herbs began to grow slowly together with the mist.

"Although I've seen it before, the Living‑Spirit Flame, ranked fifth on the anomalous fire list, truly has astonishing effects."

Gazing at the burgeoning vitality spreading out, even Xiao Yan, who had studied alchemy for a time with Old Shen Nong, couldn't help but have a strange hue flash in his eyes.

When Lin Feng saw the scene for the first time, he immediately clicked his tongue in amazement, saying, "What a terrifying life force; no wonder the Living‑Spirit Flame has such a peculiar plant‑accelerating effect."

The Living‑Spirit Flame, though ranked fifth among anomalous fires, does not possess great destructive power.

Even the Red Lotus Hellfire, at the same tier, has attack power far surpassing the Living‑Spirit Flame.

However, this flame is extremely unusual; it is famed not for destruction but for the life force that fills its fiery body!

It is said that when the Living‑Spirit Flame spreads, any medicinal seed placed within it will sprout and grow rapidly until maturity.

In other words, with such an anomalous fire, as long as you can find enough seeds, you need not worry about searching for herbs; you can instantly accelerate their maturation.

It's comparable to a little green bottle from the Dou Qi Continent!

Of course, the Living‑Spirit Flame, in some respects, is even more eye‑catching than the little green bottle.

Because it is also called the Longevity Flame; those who obtain it have lifespans that, even compared to same‑tier demon beasts, are by no means inferior.

This can be seen in Old Shen Nong, who survived the demise of the previous generation's herbal clan leader and is still lively, revealing its robustness.

However, the only regret is that this flame is not adept at combat.

Its boost to combat power at the Dou Saint rank is not particularly strong.

At Old Shen Nong's level, even sustaining a small step up to the next star rank is difficult.

Nevertheless, the Living‑Spirit Flame still makes Lin Feng and his companions' eyes water with desire.

And the Soul Void Master's gaze was fixed tightly on the Living‑Spirit Flame in Old Shen Nong's hand, his eyes showing unmasked greed. (End of chapter)