The Battle Through Heaven
Stirring Soul
Xiao Yan quietly stood in front of the stone table. He quietly pushed the red cauldron in front of him a little further. Right now he did not immediately bring out his fire and begin refinement like other alchemists. Instead, he quietly held the thin paper with both hands, fused his brows slightly and studied a bit of what information was written on it in more detail.
Before doing anything, you must first make preparations. This logic was something that Xiao Yan clearly understood. He only had two chances. Any negligence will result in failure.
This time, the examination required someone to refine a tier two medicinal pill called ‘Pil Growing Bone’. As the name suggests, it was a kind of medicinal pill used to cure those who were seriously injured. It was a medicinal pill that belonged to the category of healing. Usually, the price of these medicinal pills was not too expensive. If they were placed in the market, it would likely be priced at several hundred or several thousand gold coins. This price seemed a little shabby compared to a medicinal pill that could increase one's Dou Qi or have other uses.
Purification ‘Bone Growing Pill’ requires a total of six kinds of medicinal ingredients. Among all tier two medicinal pills, it was not considered to be very complex. However, this kind of ‘Bone Growing Pill’ was definitely a new type of healing medicine specially configured by the alchemist association. Therefore, Xiao Yan still felt that ‘Bone Healing Pill’ was a bit unfamiliar despite having seen quite a lot of healing medicine before.
Although there were many kinds of mysterious and strange healing remedies, all roads led to Rome. The rough order used to perfect these healing medicines was very similar. It's just that the complexity level is different. Moreover, these medicinal pills were not too troublesome. As long as one's original alchemist abilities were not weak, it should be possible to successfully sense around and understand the refining method to refine the ‘Bone Growing Pill’.
Therefore, although medicinal formulas only provide generic things to be aware of, it should not be too difficult to refine them successfully if one follows one's senses …
After memorizing, in detail, all the information on that thin paper, Xiao Yan slowly closed his eyes. A moment later, he slowly opened it and let out a soft sigh. Placing a thin sheet of paper on the table, he turned his head and looked around. He realized that Little Princess and Liu Ling had already started to control their flames and began to purify.
The manipulated flames within the medicinal cauldron all had the same dark yellow color. This was a flame that was fully catalyzed using Dou Qi. However, Xiao Yan believed that this was not the point of the two of them. Maybe they all hid their trump cards. With their status, it was a very natural thing to have a trump card.
"Regardless of the characters of these two people, their true abilities were indeed very great ..." Xiao Yan let out a soft sigh in his heart. No matter how he calculated, he had only trained for three years since he came into contact with alchemy, On a certain aspect, Xiao Yan naturally could not catch up to Little Princess and Liu Ling, either, which their teachers have been preparing for since young. After all, no matter how talented one was, it was impossible to pursue more than a decade of other people's achievements in such a short amount of time.
It was also for this reason that Xiao Yan did not feel any blows even though Little Princess had reached the tier three alchemist level at such an age. The other party's talent was quite good. Adding this to relate to his refining skills for so many years, it was unexpected that he had such a feat.
At this moment, more than ten minutes since the start of the examination had passed. For these short ten minutes, there had already been flickering red lights within this vast open ground. After the red light flickered, the alchemists who failed could only choose to leave with embarrassed red faces. For alchemists who liked to follow the rules for refining medicinal pills, this type of examination that took this lopsided path was impossible for them …
Xiao Yan indifferently glanced at an alchemist in front of him who lowered his head as he walked out of the open ground with a face almost in tears, Xiao Yan shook his head. He ignored her and turned his attention completely to the refining process that was about to begin.
Xiao Yan placed the deep red cauldron properly in front of him and rubbed his hands together. He flipped his finger and a purple-colored Danwan appeared between his fingers.
TL: Remember – Danwan – is like a pill but has no medicinal properties. It can even be dangerous when consumed
Flicking his finger slightly, Xiao Yan directly shot Danwan into his mouth. He slowly chewed. A moment later, he widened his mouth and a cluster of purple flames spewed out. It was immediately held in Xiao Yan's palm.
"Wow. Purple colored flame? " Since Xiao Yan was in the place that attracted the most attention and added a special appearance from before, there were many people from the VIP seats and spectator seats who observed all of Xiao Yan's movements all along. Looking at the bright purple flame he was creating, waves of exclamations instantly sounded.
Although the large open ground did not lack any strange and unique colored flames, the strange method in which Xiao Yan used his mouth to spit out flames attracted many gazes.
"The fire is purple?" Observing the group of purple-colored flames hovering above Xiao Yan's palm, Fa Ma was slightly surprised. Immediately, he laughed softly, "This little fellow really has a foundation."
Hearing this, Hai Bo Dong beside him slapped his lips. After staying together with Xiao Yan for so long, he knew the point very clearly. This kind of purple-colored flame was simply the weakest fire among the flames he could control. Another dark and cold white colored flame as well as a smooth green colored flame were the terrifying ‘ Heavenly Fire that even Hai Bo Dong feared.
The purple-colored flame danced around with life on Xiao Yan's palm like a fairy. A moment later, Xiao Yan waved his palm gently. The purple flames were instantly shot into the fire outlet. Immediately, the roiling Purple Flame surged and burned within the medicinal cauldron. The temperature of the ice-cold cauldron increased rapidly
When the temperature inside the medicinal cauldron was raised to a certain stage, Xiao Yan placed his palm on the fire pit. He slowly closed his eyes and his Spiritual Strength extended, gradually controlling the rising Purple Flame.
Because his ability to control Purple Flame was far less precise than ‘Green’ Lotus Core Fire, Xiao Yan could only use his hands to touch the medicinal cauldron to accurately control Purple Flame. If he controlled it with his hands like Green Fire, it was likely that his already high failure rate would soar … Xiao Yan really did not dare to take such a risk on this examination that only had two chances.
Under the control of Xiao Yan's Spiritual Strength, the purple-colored flame suppressed his temperature very obediently. It did not cause any resistance. After this continued for some time, Xiao Yan gestured with his palm. The medicinal ingredients on the stone table were sucked into his hands. He gently formed it and then threw it into the medicinal cauldron. Immediately, the Purple Flame fell and rolled over, quickly wrapping around it
Xiao Yan closed his eyes and frowned slightly. He used his Spiritual Perception to slowly refine the medicinal ingredients. In order to refine a medicinal pill, medicinal ingredients had to be refined to a certain degree. Sometimes, if the purity is a little higher or lower, it can result in the failure of the purification process. It is also for this reason that orthodox medicinal formulas have become very important. This is because in most orthodox medicinal formulas, there will be a detailed record of the purity level of each medicinal ingredient that needs to be purified.
Unfortunately, the current Xiao Yan did not have the proper medicinal formula. Everything had to rely on him using his Spiritual Perception to investigate slowly.
The low-grade medicinal ingredients had been consumed in total over ten minutes of Xiao Yan time before gradually reaching a level he thought was right. At this moment, he then carefully placed the second type of medicinal ingredient into the medicinal cauldron.
Using a brief example as he inserted the medicinal ingredients, Xiao Yan glanced at both sides. He realized that Little Princess and Liu Ling might appear to have similarly serious faces, their movements showing not the slightest sign of bewilderment. Their faces also showed no emotion indicating that they were confused. It seemed that the refining process was completely within their control.
"Bang!"
Just as Xiao Yan withdrew his gaze, the cauldron on the stone table not far from where the blazing flames could not suppress the increasingly high temperature. Suddenly exploded. After the explosion of the cauldron, the medicinal pills refined within it had also announced its end. Therefore, the merciless red light in the mirror shone in an eye-piercing manner.
The alchemist's hair was burnt to black charred. His face also completely changed as he stood there foolishly watching the flickering red light. Moments later, he finally cursed loudly as he descended from the platform. He clenched his teeth and walked out of the open ground under countless gazes. As he walked past the front of Xiao Yan, the latter was somewhat surprised to realize that this failure was actually a tier three alchemist from another country …
"Truly a pitiful person .." Xiao Yan laughed heartily in his heart. He then threw out these small interludes and continued to carefully place the medicinal herbs into the medicinal cauldron one by one. After which, he patiently searched for the most optimal purity they had to refine. With the previous lesson from that failure, the current Xiao Yan had undoubtedly become more cautious.
As time went by, the red light repeatedly lit up on the vast open ground. One after another, the green-faced or dark-red-faced alchemist would leave the platform helplessly and under the gaze of the countless regretful eyes of the watching stage, it was gloomily leaving this place that caused them to be sad and angry.
After nearly half of the sand inside the huge hourglass on the wall fell, Xiao Yan's investigation of the purity level of the materials was finally completed. Other than accidentally burning two medicinal ingredients during the refinement process, Xiao Yan's final result could be considered quite good. TL: I suspect even though there are only two servings, there is room for error so even though XY burned up the ingredients, it is still enough to try both.
The next thing is to start combining different types of medicinal ingredients, turning them into actual ‘’ Bone Grower Pill.
This step would be more troublesome than the previous refining. During this period, if Xiao Yan lost his concentration, he would have to start over.
Being very clear about the importance of this move, Xiao Yan had made preparations, turning his Dou Qi into a film that covered his ears, protecting him from the noise of the outside word.
As the voice from the outside world faded, Xiao Yan's mind gradually began to shut up. He let out a mouthful of coarse air, closed his eyes once more and quickly picked up the jade bottle on the stone table. Inside was the medicinal ingredient essence that Xiao Yan had refined earlier. He held the jade bottle, pausing for a moment, before pouring it all into the medicinal cauldron. Immediately after, he quickly threw the other two bottles of medicinal ingredients he had refined into the medicinal cauldron …
Xiao Yan's Spiritual Strength carefully controlled the Purple Flame and slowly roasted the medicinal ingredient powder, which would not mix. Their special response when they merged slightly together was passed through the Spiritual Strength within the flame and quickly entered Xiao Yan's mind. After that, he would be able to use the information to discern if the merging method was correct.
This type of feedback analysis was an analyzing job that greatly drained Spiritual Strength. Fortunately, the current Xiao Yan only needed to analyze a tier two medicinal formula. If it was tier three or even tier four, it was likely that even him, who was around a tier three alchemist would not be able to analyze it. Even if it was a tier four or tier five alchemist, it was basically impossible for them to analyze. After all, if analyzing the medicinal formula was a simple matter, then the medicinal formula would not be so valuable …
"Bang"
With a slight frown, Xiao Yan carefully felt the incorporation of medicinal ingredients. In one instance, his expression suddenly changed slightly. Purple Flame wriggled wildly within the medicinal cauldron and a soft muffled sound was emitted from the medicinal ingredients. The three types of medicinal ingredients that were half-finished combined had instantly turned into pitch-black ash. After the materials turned into ashes, the Purple Flame that rose in the medicinal cauldron also quietly extinguished …
Xiao Yan narrowed his eyes as he looked at the medicinal ingredients that had turned into ashes. He opened his mouth slightly and patted his head in annoyance. Because his mind was too focused, he completely forgot that Purple Flame did not have continuous support. Therefore, most can burn for an hour.
The muffled blow inside the medicinal cauldron was not small. Therefore, not long after that was heard, Little Princess and Liu Ling not far away from her averted their eyes. When they saw the medicinal cauldron Xiao Yan did not have a flame, they were all shocked. The first one was a little better, just showing a helpless expression. The latter's mouth was raised as he was arrogant, giving off the feeling of being asked to be beaten.
On the high platform, Fa Ma and the others for a moment were blank as they looked at Xiao Yan whose fire had suddenly extinguished. However, they did not say anything and just waited quietly. Even though the fire was extinguished and the time allocated for the examination was running out, Xiao Yan should have a single serving of medicinal ingredients on his desk. Therefore, he still had a chance. Of course ... The prerequisite is that he should be quick. This was because there was only a third of the sand in the big hourglass left.
Xiao Yan gently inhaled a somewhat hot air. He stared at the pitch-black ash within the medicinal ingredients and closed his eyes. A moment later, he slowly opened it and suddenly smiled faintly. Although he had failed this time, he had understood the approximate methods needed to perfect this ‘Bone Growing Pill. The next thing he needed to do was to refine it gracefully and easily
Xiao Yan took out another purple-colored pill and put it in his mouth. He slowly chewed it. Using this short amount, he swept his gaze around him and discovered that inside the cauldron in front of Little Princess and Liu Ling, the pill-shaped objects early on had already begun to agglomerate. Clearly, they should be able to form a pill not long after
Their speed is not bad.
Xiao Yan raised his eyebrows slightly. He opened his mouth and once again spewed out a purple-colored flame. After which, he poured it into the medicinal cauldron. His hands were silent before suddenly starting to move a moment later. As his hand danced, he poured the six small jade bottles placed in front of him into the medicinal cauldron …
"He really wants to combine all six medicinal ingredients into one? This way, he would be able to save a lot of time, but if his Spiritual Strength was not strong enough and could not control it well, it would basically seek death … "As they watched the action of Xiao Yan below, Fa Ma, Ao Tuo, and a group of very experienced people muttered softly.
Xiao Yan's gaze stared at the flames that were wriggling inside the cauldron. His Spiritual Strength controlled the Purple Flame and separated all the medicinal ingredients within it. After which, he slowly brought them closer as he roasted them. As they got closer, they finally started to gradually show a tendency to join …
The sand within the enormous hourglass quickly dispersed downward.
"About!"
Finally, the sound of the cauldron being knocked out was clearly heard on the open ground.
Liu Ling was the first to knock the cauldron violently. The cauldron cover lifted and a round-shaped medicinal pill flew out. After which, he jumped up and grabbed it in his hand. The pride on his face was hard to hide.
"About!" With another clear voice, the Little Princess beckoned with her delicate hand and a medicinal pill was fired from within the medicinal cauldron.
"Applause, clang, clang"
Following two continuous sounds, it seemed that a chain reaction had occurred in the vast open. Many cauldron covers were fired and several hundred different-shaped medicinal pills were fired from the medicinal cauldron, flying into the sky. After which, the owner excitedly caught it with their hands.
"Time is running out .." Ao Tuo stared intently at Xiao Yan at the midpoint that was still closing his eyes. He then saw the sand in the hourglass that had almost completely fallen. His hand suddenly stiffened. Every time this person took the exam, he would make people uneasy.
Inside the vast open ground, countless gazes were slowly thrown into the middle where Xiao Yan was. They then observed the sand in the splashed hourglass. All of these people wanted to know if this youngster standing in the most eye-catching spot could clear the test in this round at the last minute.
A little sand in the hourglass descended quietly. As the last sand rolled over, a pitiful sounding hiss came from the spectator seats and VIP seats.
"About"
The young man whose eyes were tightly closed suddenly opened them. His palm patted the cauldron and the cover flew. A round medicinal pill flew in at the last moment, in a dazzling manner that caused people's eyes to become blurred to read the latest chapter for free