Chapter 713: Passing on the Way and Teaching the Craft

For example, the former Alchemists of the Yao Bang absorbed by Xiao Yan, several Elders of Jia Nan Academy, several top Alchemists of the Jia Ma Empire Alchemist Guild, various Elders within Xiao Dan Ta, and the Alchemist disciples of the Xiao Clan themselves.

These people arrived long ago; for any Alchemist, they would never miss such an opportunity, otherwise it would be a regret for every Alchemist!

Outside Jia Nan Academy, crowds thronged in three concentric layers; far above in the sky, many powerful figures had come to watch, even some reclusive powerhouses who had never shown their faces now eagerly revealed themselves.

Some Hidden World Strong Experts, cultivation cultivators who had reached the Sage Emperor realm, knew that if anything could move the hearts of those ancient ones, elixirs were certainly among them.

The first to appear was naturally Xiao Yu; she took out the medicinal materials she had prepared in advance and arranged them one by one—these materials had all been carefully selected.

"This time, I'll finally see the true face of a Sage Emperor."

"Yes, although I'm not an Alchemist, I heard Xiao Yan His Majesty personally refined an elixir, so I came all the way from Zhong Zhou's Nan Yu." A young man exclaimed excitedly.

Xiao Yan's legend was unquestionably the aspiration and object of worship for the entire Young Generation; countless youths now regarded Xiao Yan as their goal.

As the atmosphere across the Black Horn Region began to swell, suddenly—hum—a unique Soul Information spread from Jia Nan Academy, enveloping the entire Black Horn Region.

This was a special Soul Information that directly transmitted Xiao Yan's pill-refining process into one's mind, as if entering the Chuan Cheng Kong Jian, allowing one to observe up close.

"Incredible! Did you see that?"

"Yes! No wonder he's a Sage Emperor!"

"This seems to cover the entire Black Horn Region—only a Sage Emperor could accomplish this."

Amidst the clamor, space suddenly twisted, and a figure clad in a silver-white Alchemist Long Robe appeared upon the Alchemy Platform.

Seeing Xiao Yan appear, everyone seated around him rose to their feet.

"No need for formalities," Xiao Yan said with a confident smile, waving his hand.

Xiao Yan looked around; many faces were familiar to him—Liu Ling and Gu He were both present, as well as Fire Elder of Jia Nan Academy, the Grand Elder of the Ye Family, and others.

"My master Yao Chen once taught me that Alchemists possess unique wisdom and creativity, and innovation is one of our most essential abilities. Clinging to tradition only leads to obsolescence; only those bold enough to experiment and courageous enough to innovate can rise above fierce competition."

"Innovation in Pill Formulas and Pill Refining Methods is crucial. Today, I, Xiao Yan, lead by example—I will share my master's Pill Refining Inheritance with all of you. How much you learn depends entirely on yourselves."

The Pill Gathering is a competition for young Alchemists; the Pill Scripture is a duel among peak Alchemists—but Xiao Yan realized that neither Dan Tower nor Yao Clan had ever held a gathering akin to a 'research symposium' or 'teaching lecture' for Alchemists; many promising Alchemists were ultimately buried because they received no guidance.

Xiao Yan's Pill Refining art came from Yao Chen; he understood profoundly that even with the highest talent, without Yao Chen's inheritance, he could never have become an Alchemist at all—this was why Xiao Yan planned this convention.

Xiao Yan waved his hand, and Wan Shou Ding appeared before him; refining Six-Grade, Seven-Grade, Eight-Grade, or even Nine-Treasure Pills was effortless for him.

Xiao Yan not only publicly disclosed without condition the Pill Formulas he had created, but also explained their key points while refining the elixirs.

Before all eyes, Xiao Yan remained calm and composed; his explanations pierced straight to the essence—every movement, every change, every control was so confident, so orderly, as if he were not refining pills at all, but strolling leisurely through a courtyard.

Such skill and profound explanation naturally left every Alchemist in awe.

Xiao Yan's refinement was successful on the first attempt—even without using his Strange Fire, he spent less than a week refining from Six-Grade elixirs all the way to Nine-Treasure Pills.

Xiao Yan's successful refinement was merely the first step, for the true protagonists of this refining were the other seven.

When Xiao Yan finished, Fa Ma, Xin Lan, and others stepped forward; though their Ranks differed, they all refined simultaneously, while Xiao Yan stood beside them, pointing out their mistakes.

"With a Sealing Array assisting you, your Fire Control Power and Soul Force will both improve—be bolder."

"When refining Eight Grade Pills, besides monitoring the medicinal materials inside the Alchemy Furnace, you must also pay attention to the flow of Heavenly Earth Spirit Qi; Eight Grade Pills are called Spiritual Pills because they require one extra step—fusing the Heavenly Earth Spirit Qi with the medicinal properties."

"Nine-Treasure Pills require extracting medicinal materials far beyond those of Eight Grade Pills, so remember more of their characteristics."

"Like Eight Grade Spiritual Pills, Nine-Treasure Pills also require attention to Heavenly Energy, so that the medicinal properties of the pills embody the Dao, making their efficacy even stronger."

At this moment, Xiao Yan was like a strict master, precisely identifying every flaw.

In the Space above, an old woman and two old men stood within the void, watching from afar.

"He looks just like him," the old woman said, tears glistening in her eyes as she gazed at Xiao Yan in his Alchemist Long Robe; through blurred vision, she seemed to see a familiar figure.

"Yes, back then at Dan Tower, he once taught apprentices this way—no matter their background, he taught them all equally."

"Sigh—if he were still alive, he would have been an excellent, excellent teacher."

These three were none other than the Pill Tower Three Giants: Xuan Kongzi, Tian Leizi, and Xuan Yi.

Many thought Xiao Yan's pill-refining was beyond their reach—but when Xin Lan, Fa Ma, and others began refining, many Alchemists suddenly felt a resonance!

So even those with weak pill-refining talent could achieve this!

The last to complete her refinement was naturally Xin Lan—a Six-Rank High-Level Pill nearly reaching perfect grade appeared. Even Xin Lan herself could not believe it: she had actually refined a Six-Rank High-Level Pill—and one of perfect grade!

"Don't look at me—it's your own effort. I merely offered a few pointers. Don't feel ashamed in relying on external aid. Remember this feeling and the secrets within the method; with this, you still have hope of reaching Eighth Grade Alchemist." Sensing Xin Lan's fervent gaze fixed on him, Xiao Yan said calmly.

"Yes, thank you, Brother Xiao Yan—I will work hard!" Xin Lan bowed deeply ninety degrees; with her talent, she had once believed reaching Eight Grade Alchemist was impossible—but now, she had full confidence she could achieve it.

"Good, return now and reflect deeply," Xiao Yan smiled faintly and nodded slightly.

A few days later, thunderclouds appeared in the sky, and silver Pill Lightning emerged—Fa Ma's Seven-Grade Pill was nearly complete!

Fa Ma had long been stuck at Sixth-Rank High-Level and could never break through to Seventh-Grade; now, guided by Xiao Yan, it came as naturally as water flowing downhill—he succeeded on the first attempt and entered the Seventh-Grade realm!

"Chairman Fa Ma, congratulations on breaking through to Seventh-Rank Alchemist," Xiao Yan bowed slightly to Fa Ma, courteously saying.

"When I was young, I was fortunate to receive guidance from Master Yao Chen and entered the path of Alchemy; today, I've again been lucky to receive your guidance, Xiao Yan. Hehe, Heaven has been kind to me." Fa Ma gazed at the Seven-Grade Pill in his hand—he had the lowest pill-refining talent among those present, and had long believed Sixth-Grade was his limit.

But now, his aged blood boiled once more—he too wished to strive for the Eighth-Grade realm!

After Fa Ma completed his refinement, only Yue Er, refining the Eight Grade Pill, and Cao Ying, refining the Nine-Treasure Pill, remained on the Alchemy Platform.

Xiao Yan turned his gaze to Yue Er's Alchemy Furnace and immediately saw: this Pill would succeed, and would summon Three-Colored Pill Lightning.

"Perhaps… my master's technique should also be passed down," Xiao Yan's eyes flickered with a strange light; when Yao Chen participated in the Pill Gathering, he had first produced a Pill that summoned Three-Colored Pill Lightning—and with that technique, he had won the Champion title.

Though the technique was extremely difficult, it was one capable of creating miracles!

(End of Chapter)