Chapter 187

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Protagonist:

Xu Zhangqing

Now, the Spirit Field is shielded by the Mirror Flower Water Moon Array, so there is no need to worry about outsiders peeking.

The residence has also been upgraded from a Wooden House to a Stone House; the space is larger, and the defense is better.

Going forward, whether it is alchemy, artifact refining, or cultivating techniques and spells, everything will be safer.

Xu Zhangqing's room, previously on the first floor of the Wooden House, has now become the second floor of the Stone House.

Not only does it have a study and a balcony, but there is also a spot to climb onto the roof.

Overall, it suits his needs very well.

The only shortcoming is that the interior decoration leaves something to be desired.

One could say there are practically no decorations at all.

Even the tables, chairs, benches, and the bed for sleeping are all the same old things from before.

Xu Zhangqing looked at the wooden board bed in front of him and mused, "When I go to the Loose Cultivator market, I'll buy some furniture and decorations on the way back."

After that, he went to the study and used the remaining wood to build a seven-tier bookshelf.

He arranged all the books he had read before, such as the Spirit Field Hundred Records, on it.

This not only reduced the space occupied by clutter.

The key point is that he can also pretend to look very cultured.

Then, Xu Zhangqing sat on the wooden chair and continued researching the Blazing Yang Finger.

Perhaps due to the Fire Spirit Root's blessing, plus having learned the Nine Flames Mysterious Technique.

In a few more days, this fire-attribute offensive spell should reach the entry level.

He felt that his efficiency in learning techniques now was faster than before.

Unknown how much time had passed when suddenly the Lightly Vitality Gourd sent feedback.

Xu Zhangqing's heart stirred, and a Communication Talisman appeared in his hand.

"Hello?"

"It's me!"

"Elder Sister Yu!"

"I'm preparing to refine the Yin-Yang Interlocking Pill; have you gotten the medicinal herbs?"

"Already bought them, one hundred Chi Yang Shen and one hundred Xuan Yin Lingzhi each!"

"Good, come to the Dan Pavilion when you're free!"

The two's communication ended quickly.

Xu Zhangqing stood up and went downstairs, not leaving directly but entering the kitchen.

Before leaving, he had to prepare food for Wangwang and the Pearl Chicken.

Mainly because he didn't know how long he would have to stay in the Earth Fire District.

And a round trip itself takes some time.

The current kitchen is at least twice the size of the previous one.

Overall, it not only has bright light but is also exceptionally spacious.

Precisely because of this, cooking puts him in a cheerful mood.

About half an hour later, the food was all ready.

As for what food?

Naturally, what people eat, the dog and Pearl Chicken eat too!

Then, Xu Zhangqing rode the Big Leaf Grass and flew toward the Earth Fire District.

Along the way, he neither ran into acquaintances nor encountered any surprises.

He arrived at the Earth Fire District very smoothly.

Sure enough, outside it was freezing cold.

But here, it was still like summer all year round.

Of course, the Earth Fire District in winter is a bit cooler, not as scorching as before.

Therefore, the number of cultivators coming here to escape the cold is very large.

The overall atmosphere is more lively than usual.

In fact, the Alchemists of the Earth Fire District rely on autumn and winter to make money.

Why is the Pill Appraisal Meeting held at the start of winter?

This is the reason!

First, it can attract more people's attention to come here and play.

Second, they can also jack up prices and sell pills for more than usual.

Unknown if it's because he's come many times, but the gate guards have become familiar.

This time, Xu Zhangqing just registered his information and entered the Dan Pavilion smoothly.

Not long after, he arrived at the entrance of the No. 7 Earth Fire Alchemy Room on the ninth underground layer.

Every resident Alchemist has a fixed room number.

Unless an accident occurs, or some other reason.

Otherwise, whichever layer and room one is assigned to, one will stay there indefinitely.

The stone gate of the Lian Dan Fang is extremely heavy; knocking from outside, almost nothing can be heard inside.

The only way to communicate is to use a Communication Talisman.

Logically speaking, underground, the signal should not be too good.

But in the Dan Pavilion, it is as if a signal amplifier were installed here — there is not the slightest problem.

Therefore, Xu Zhangqing once again took out Yu Caiqing's Communication Talisman and swiftly notified her.

Not long after, the stone gate before him slowly opened.

But this time, there was no surging hot mist.

There was not even a shred of movement; it was extraordinarily quiet.

Xu Zhangqing stepped into the Lian Dan Fang, his gaze sweeping left and right at the same time.

He soon saw Yu Caiqing standing beside the Xuan Ming Tripod, carrying out the preparatory work before alchemy.

Hearing the movement, the other party turned and glanced toward the gate.

Xu Zhangqing hurriedly greeted: "Elder Sister Yu!"

Yu Caiqing nodded lightly: "Making you come all this way, truly sorry."

Xu Zhangqing chuckled: "It's nothing, we are cooperative partners after all."

Yu Caiqing froze for a moment, then sighed: "Indeed!"

Xu Zhangqing did not waste words, immediately taking out the Yang Extreme medicinal materials Chi Yang Shen and Golden Crow Vine, and the Yin Extreme medicinal materials Xuan Yin Ling Zhi Yin and Mingyue Grass, and handing them over with both hands.

Yu Caiqing's divine sense swept over them; they were indeed the four medicinal materials she needed for alchemy, and her eyes brightened: "Excellent."

Actually at first, she only wanted Xu Zhangqing to cultivate one or two of them.

Unexpectedly, this time he could bring four.

Rather a pity that only the Mingyue Grass and Golden Crow Vine are of supreme grade.

The other Chi Yang Shen and Xuan Yin Ling Zhi are merely close to supreme grade.

Now, adding the auxiliary medicine Tai Chi Flower she possesses, Yu Caiqing can refine the 【Yin Yang Intercrossing Pill】 at any time.

If successful, she can borrow this pill to break through to the Golden Core Stage.

At that time, she should be able to gain the appreciation of a certain Immortal Master and become a Core Disciple.

Seeing there was nothing more for him to do, Xu Zhangqing asked somewhat awkwardly: "Then... shall I go?"

Yu Caiqing waved her hand: "Don't rush, do you want to receive the remuneration now, or wait until after I refine it successfully?"

"Is there a difference?" Xu Zhangqing appeared slightly doubtful.

Yu Caiqing explained: "If given now, there are only spirit stones.

If given after successful refinement, it might be a 【Yin Yang Intercrossing Pill】."

You must know, this is an Earth Grade Pill; the price of a single one is over a thousand Middle-grade Spirit Stones.

Xu Zhangqing did not hesitate in the slightest, decisively saying: "Elder Sister, you will certainly succeed in the alchemy."

Seemingly praise, in reality indicating the second choice.

At this, Yu Caiqing felt no surprise, and understood; she said: "Fine, give it later."

Success or failure, in the end depends on the result.

Getting more or less also depends on the result.

Actually, she herself does not have full confidence.

Xu Zhangqing probed: "Elder Sister, may I stay and watch you refine pills?"

This is the refinement process of an Earth Grade Pill; one will surely learn many techniques.

Yu Caiqing countered in surprise: "You, a Wood Spirit Root, what do you want watching me refine pills for?"

Xu Zhangqing grinned: "This is an Earth Grade Pill, I want to witness it."

For this request, if it were anyone else, Yu Caiqing would decisively refuse, but the person before her is after all her cooperative partner: "Fine, you come on the seventh day."

Refining the 【Yin Yang Intercrossing Pill】, even a single one, takes seven days and seven nights.

Throughout the process, the Alchemist cannot rest, and must pay constant attention.

The slightest mishap, and all previous effort goes to waste.

Xu Zhangqing's eyes brightened, and he cupped his fists excitedly: "Thank you, Elder Sister!"