The Battle Through Heaven
The Great Meeting of Alchemists
Gazing at the white jade box in front of him, excitement appeared on Xiao Yan's face. His hand trembled slightly as he reached out, intending to hold the small jade bottle in his hand.
Seeing Xiao Yan's actions, a mocking glint flashed across the muddy eyes of Gu Te sitting opposite him.
Just as Xiao Yan touched the little jade bottle, his heart suddenly stiffened. He discovered that the point in his hand that came into contact with the bone-chilling coldness. In the blink of an eye, his palm was covered in a thin layer of ice. Moreover, the ice quickly spread into Xiao Yan's arm.
The unexpected change caused Xiao Yan's expression to change slightly. An idea struck him and the purple-colored Dou Qi thread on his body swiftly passed through several QI Paths and finally flowed into his arm. Instantly, a faint purple-colored flame rose from Xiao Yan's arm and met a short stalemate with ice-cold air before gradually melting it.
His arm trembled slightly and threw water stains on it. Xiao Yan's hand was covered with a pale purple-colored flame as he once again took out a small jade bottle. This time, he raised it without changing his expression.
Beside him, Gu Te watched the burning and surging Purple Flame in Xiao Yan's hands. A shocked expression flashed across his face as he shouted involuntarily, "’Fire Heavenly’? No "After feeling the power of Purple Flame, Gu Te shook his head slightly. He looked at the young man in front of him and softly said in his heart, "An amazing man. I was actually wrong. This guy is not a simple guy. "
Ignoring Gu Te's gaze, Xiao Yan focused on closely studying the small jade bottle in his hand that was constantly spitting out ice-cold air. He carefully unscrewed the bottle cap and revealed half a bottle of creamy white liquid. On top of that liquid, one could vaguely see some ice-like things. Xiao Yan gently inhaled a breath of cold air from the bottle. Instantly, his body shivered violently. The Purple Dou Qi flame on his body circulated for a moment before forcing a thread of ice air out from his head.
Xiao Yan extended his hand and touched the top of his head. He was astonished to find that a thin layer of ice crystals had formed on it. He immediately slapped his lips. ‘This Ice Spirit’ Cold Fountain is indeed a rare unique treasure. No wonder someone should get his help when swallowing ‘Api Heavenly’. From the trend of his thinking, Xiao Yan was also vaguely able to sense just how terrifying the strength of ‘Heavenly Fire was ... It actually takes some kind of unique thing to work together to increase the success rate a little …
Xiao Yan carefully studied the ‘Cold Fountain Ice Spirit’ for a long time. Just when Yao Lao confirmed it in his heart, Xiao Yan hurriedly stuffed it back into the white jade box.
"You've got what you want. Go if you have nothing else "It hurts to see ‘Cold Fountain Ice Spirit’ is stored by Xiao Yan in his storage ring, gu Te's face twitched as he waved his hand in an attempt to chase after her.
After getting what he needed the most, Xiao Yan sighed in relief in his heart. He cupped his hands together and greeted Gu Te. Smiling, he said, "Grandmaster, thank you for your help. If I have a chance in the future, I will definitely come here to exchange with you. "
"Hmm hm. Come find me when you can pick up some ingredients. Otherwise, the old me wouldn't have seen anyone. " Clapping his mouth, Gu Te rudely said.
"of course. If I can't take something, I won't dare to come and disturb you. " Xiao Yan smiled and nodded before glancing around the room. He randomly asked, "Grandmaster Gu Te. Do you happen to have a rank three monster core with you? If you have"
"What about a third rank monster?" Turning his eyes, Gu Te purposely said with disdain, "Do you think I will maintain something of that level?"
"…" Looking at the unhappy Gu Te, Xiao Yan fell silent.
"Well, you need a monster core? I don't have a rank three one but I do have one rank five core monster in my collection. Do you want it? Hehe, all you need is to take out one more bottle, no, half a bottle of ‘Amethyst Lion Birth Essence’ and I will trade it for you! " Gu Te rubbed both his hands. His face suddenly became less hostile and his smile was like a cunning wolf.
"Haha Grandmaster Gu Te really likes to joke around. That bottle of Amethyst Essence is really the only one I have. I won't be able to get it out again. " Xiao Yan smiled dryly and shook his head. Although a rank five monster core was extremely valuable, it was something that could be obtained if one possessed strength. However, ‘Amethyst Lion Birth Essence’ is a rare item that relies on one's luck and cannot be obtained easily. Moreover, even if Xiao Yan obtained a rank five monster core, he was useless to it and would only attract jealousy if he kept it with him.
"Since Grandmaster Gu Te doesn't have the core of a rank three monster, then I'll stop by at the auction house. Heh, good-bye. " While smiling at Gu Te, Xiao Yan slowly turned his body, opened the door and walked out under Gu Te's displeased gaze.
"Little bastard, I don't believe you ..." Gu Te sat on a chair and was a little confused as he frowned, "Xiao Yan? I think I've heard this name somewhere. Where"
In the middle of the room, the robed old man scratched his hair while thinking deeply.
The sound of footsteps caused Ao Tuo to turn around as he looked at Xiao Yan, whose face was full of smiles. He could not help but ask in a stunned voice, "Do you understand?"
"Heh. Aye." Yeah."
Nodding his head with a smile, Xiao Yan cupped his hands together and expressed his gratitude, "If not for Grandmaster Ao Tuo's help today, then, I was worried I really had to run all over the world to find this ‘ Ice Spirit Cold Fountain ‘. "
"Not much. These things would only be decorations if placed with the old man. With his ability, he would not be able to use it. By giving them a chance to end up in the hands of someone who needs it, it can be considered that I have done a good deed. " Ao Tuo smiled and shook his head. His gaze swept across the young man in front of him and could not help but be amazed in his heart. After knowing Gu Te for so many years, he naturally knew that the old man would not give up without an incentive. Originally, he did not have much hope as he led Xiao Yan. After all, what rare and unique item could an alchemist who had just reached tier two take?
However, the smiling young man in front of him had personally informed him that the item had been secured. This was something that made Ao Tuo very curious. He was curious as to what kind of thing could move that stingy monster.
Despite his curiosity a little, Ao Tuo did not ask any questions. He was not a novice who had just left his home. After struggling for so many years, he naturally knew some rules of exchange. Therefore, although his heart was as curious as a cat's claw, he wisely chose to avoid this question.
Since Ao Tuo did not ask, Xiao Yan would naturally not answer. This way, the two understood each other as they chatted with smiles as they walked out of this messy and strange building.
"Yes." Yeah." Xiao Yan smiled and nodded before saying softly, "I will leave Black Rock City today and head to the Empire's eastern border. So I need to prepare everything I need, here. "
"Go to the imperial border?" Hearing this, Ao Tuo fell silent for a moment. He quickly smiled and nodded as he voiced his thoughts, "Why don't we do this. First of all you will accompany me to the Alchemist Association to wait. As for that third rank monster core, I will send someone to help you obtain one from the auction house's servants. This way, you can save the time you need to go to the Auction House. "
Hearing those words, Xiao Yan felt a desire to accept them. He did not pretend otherwise as he nodded with a smile. "Then I will trouble Grandmaster Ao Tuo."
"Heh, since you have registered with our Black Stone City Alchemist Association, you can be considered one of us. This little bit of trouble was nothing "Ao Tuo shook his head and replied carelessly.
Ao Tuo's words clearly had faint signs of trying to flatter Xiao Yan. Regarding this, Xiao Yan only hesitated a little before nodding his head. In the Jia Ma Empire, the Alchemist Association was undoubtedly a large organization that would not lose to the Misty Cloud Sect. Being one with them would not harm him in any way. Moreover, if he needed to refine medicine in the future, he would need some rare and strange things. When the time came, the exchange system of the Alchemist Association was highly accessible. Thus, Xiao Yan was not particularly resistant to this matter.
Of course, the main reason Xiao Yan agreed without too much hesitation was because there were not too many restrictions in the Alchemist Association. During ordinary days, everyone works on their own things and does not interfere with each other. Sometimes when the Alchemist Association needed help, they might hand out invitations to ask the alchemist for help. The help provided is certainly not free. Once completed properly, the Association would provide considerable compensation.
As soon as the two of them returned to the Alchemist Association, Ao Tuo gave an order to someone to help Xiao Yan purchase a third rank monster core before inviting Xiao Yan into the living room to wait there quietly.
In the spacious living room, Ao Tuo brought a cup of tea and placed it in front of Xiao Yan. He thought silently for a while before suddenly asking, "Xiao Yan, how long are you planning to spend your trip to the imperial border?"
"Maybe about half a year."
"Half a year" Tapping his finger gently on the table, Ao Tuo smiled and said, "Half a year later, will you go to the capital of the Jia Ma Kingdom?"
"Finance?" Hearing this, Xiao Yan was silent for a moment. He pursed his lips tightly and nodded. In his heart, he coldly said, "Of course I will leave. The Misty Cloud Sect was right outside the capital. How can I not go? "
"God." Hearing Xiao Yan's words, the smile on Ao Tuo's face became a little clearer. The gaze he gave Xiao Yan was also softer.
"Grandmaster Ao Tuo .. is there a problem?" Seeing Ao Tuo's mannerisms, Xiao Yet felt unnatural as he asked.
There's something.
Nodding with a smile, Ao Tuo softly said, "Half a year later, the upcoming Grand Meeting Alchemist will take place in the capital. If you have free time, you can take part in it. That would be very beneficial for you. "
The Great Meeting of Alchemists? Hearing this, Xiao Yan's face was clearly confused.
"During the Grand Meeting of Alchemists, not only will there be many alchemists from the Jia Ma Empire participating, there will also be some alchemists from other kingdoms in the Dou Qi continent who will come and join. This was a great event on the Alchemist scene of the Jia Ma Empire. It's unfortunate to miss it. "
Oh?
"If you want to join when the time comes, you can come to the capital's Alchemist Association Headquarters to find Frank or me. By then, we'll all be there. " Looking at the interest from Xiao Yan's face, Ao Tuo said with a smile.
"Haha, okay. If I were free, I would definitely go and see him. " Xiao Yan smiled and nodded; it could be considered that he accepted Ao Tuo's invitation.
Seeing Xiao Yan nod in agreement, Ao Tuo smiled and nodded as well. Then he told Xiao Yan some important things about the Great Meeting of Alchemists that Xiao Yan needed to pay attention to.
As long as the two of them spoke, the person who went to the auction house to purchase a rank three Monster Core also rushed back. He respectfully handed it to Xiao Yan.
A rank value of three Monster Core would not be lower than two hundred thousand. However, this money was rejected by the smiling Ao Tuo. With the wealth of the Alchemist Association, spending this little bit of money was really like a drop of water in an ocean.
When faced with the rank three Monster Core he obtained for free, Xiao Yan could only accept it helplessly. The two chatted for a moment longer before Xiao Yan finally woke up and said goodbye. Today, he was about to leave Black Rock City.
Smiling, Ao Tuo looked at Xiao Yan coming out of the Alchemist Association. He looked at Xiao Yan's back which slowly disappeared before he smiled and whispered, "Xiao Yan, I will wait at the Grand Meeting Alchemist for you. Hope you can showcase your talents in that scene "