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"Gu He is refining a Ninth-Grade Profound Pill!?"
In the spectator stands, numerous alchemists gazed at the surging heaven and earth energy converging within Gu He's cauldron, their faces immediately filled with shock.
This alchemy competition was the highest-tier event in the entire continent's alchemy world, surpassing even the Pill Tower's Pill Gathering.
Among the five contestants, only Gu He was an eighth-grade alchemist, while the other four had already stepped into the realm of ninth-grade alchemists, even touching upon the level of Profound Grade.
Many had been waiting to mock Gu He, especially since he had not begun refining his pill at the start of the competition, making them suspect that he had lost his nerve. Some even thought he had chosen to give up rather than embarrass himself on such a grand stage.
However, no one could have predicted that Gu He, who had remained silent for so long, would suddenly display signs of reaching the level of a Profound Grade. How could this revelation not be shocking?
"No… no, that's not the stance of refining a Ninth-Grade Profound Pill." Yao Dan, who was initially stunned, quickly sensed the energy fluctuations within Gu He's cauldron and spoke up.
A Ninth-Grade Profound Pill could be considered a man-made divine object, and the energy required for its formation was so immense that even many peak Dou Saints would be astounded.
Although Gu He's cauldron was indeed absorbing some heaven and earth energy, the amount was far from sufficient for refining a Ninth-Grade Profound Pill.
"It's the cauldron! The Silver Goblet Tai Cang Cauldron is absorbing and refining heaven and earth energy before merging it into the pill!" Yao Lao's eyes narrowed slightly before he suddenly exclaimed in realization.
Under normal circumstances, refining pills below the Ninth-Grade Profound Pill didn't require absorbing heaven and earth energy, as such energy often disrupted the delicate balance between medicinal properties, leading to failure. This was precisely why Profound Pill alchemists were so rare.
Yet this Silver Goblet Tai Cang Cauldron not only absorbed heaven and earth energy but also balanced the medicinal properties. This ability was nothing short of divine for alchemists!
"What?" Yao Dan was stunned at first, but when he saw the mysterious runes flickering on the silver cauldron and the gradually integrating heaven and earth energy, he could not help but accept this shocking reality.
A cauldron that could balance heaven and earth energy within medicinal properties actually existed in this world!
As their conversation spread, some elders of the Yao Clan overheard the details about the Silver Goblet Tai Cang Cauldron's abilities. Instantly, the entire area erupted in a commotion, and countless astonished gazes turned toward the silver-eyed young man seated at the forefront of the spectators.
The challenge of integrating heaven and earth energy into medicinal properties had long plagued high-level alchemists. Even Elder Wanhuo had a mere twenty percent success rate in refining Ninth-Grade Profound Pills due to this very issue.
Yet now, a cauldron capable of aiding in balancing medicinal properties had appeared—this was nothing short of a miracle for alchemists!
Word spread like wildfire, and soon, every alchemist present knew about the Silver Goblet Tai Cang Cauldron's ability. As realization dawned, their gazes became fervent, first locking onto Gu He's cauldron before shifting to its creator—Mo Yu.
No one had expected that, in a competition showcasing the pinnacle of alchemists, the spotlight would be stolen by an outsider like Mo Yu.
"Heh, the Silver Goblet Tai Cang Cauldron can indeed absorb and balance heaven and earth energy, but it is not omnipotent—it merely provides excellent assistance," Mo Yu said with a smile.
"That alone is already terrifying," Yao Dan murmured, rather than showing disappointment. Instead, he was even more awed.
Sensing the mystical fluctuations from the cauldron's runes, Yao Dan knew that if Elder Wanhuo possessed such a cauldron, his success rate in refining Ninth-Grade Profound Pills would immediately jump from twenty percent to fifty percent. A threefold increase might not seem significant, but for a ninth-grade alchemist, it was an astronomical improvement.
And a Ninth-Grade Profound Pill was invaluable, even to the Yao Clan.
"Congratulations, Mo Yu, it seems that Hall Master Gu He has now advanced to the Ninth-Grade Alchemist realm. From now on, Yuan Manor will have a ninth-grade alchemist overseeing it." Yao Lao stroked his beard and chuckled as he observed Gu He's refining techniques.
With his discerning eyes, Yao Lao could clearly see that Gu He had already stepped beyond the level of an eighth-grade alchemist and successfully advanced to the ninth grade. With the aid of the extraordinary Silver Goblet Tai Cang Cauldron, even though Gu He had just advanced, refining a Ninth-Grade Treasure Pill should be no problem for him.
Hearing this, Mo Yu smiled slightly, finally feeling a sense of relief.
Gu He had already been at the peak of the eighth-grade realm, only lacking an opportunity to break through. However, such an opportunity could either arrive swiftly or remain elusive for a lifetime.
After much contemplation, Gu He had chosen to observe the pill refinement techniques of the continent's top alchemists in hopes of finding that breakthrough.
His efforts had not been in vain. By absorbing the refining experiences of Xiao Yan and the others, and with his exceptional talent in alchemy, he had finally advanced to the ninth grade.
There were fewer than ten ninth-grade alchemists across the entire continent. Now that Yuan Manor possessed one, it would undoubtedly strengthen their influence and boost morale significantly.
Moreover, with Gu He wielding the Wind and Thunder Fury Flame, which was on par with the eighth-ranked Red Lotus Karma Flame, and the Silver Goblet Tai Cang Cauldron, his pill refinement capabilities could even rival those of Elder Wanhuo, a veteran ninth-grade alchemist of the Yao Clan.
It could be said that Mo Yu's efforts in nurturing Gu He had been entirely worthwhile.
No one felt this more deeply than Yao Lao.
Back in the Jia Ma Empire, he had already recognized Gu He's extraordinary talent in alchemy. However, compared to Xiao Yan, Gu He had always been overshadowed.
Yet who could have foreseen that Gu He would one day stand on the highest stage of alchemy on the continent? And the one responsible for making this happen was Mo Yu.
That young man truly had unfathomable methods.
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At that moment, in the competition arena, Hun Huzi also noticed the strange nature of the silver cauldron in front of Gu He. His expression stiffened before a fiery glint appeared in his eyes.
"Gu He, is it? I haven't even gone after your Wind and Thunder Fury Flame yet, and you dare provoke me first. Very well, hand over both your heavenly flame and that silver cauldron!"
A sinister smile surfaced on Hun Huzi's lips as he waved his hand. Another black flame dragon roared into existence, its devouring force surging as it lunged toward the violent wind dragon entangled in battle.
"Woo!"
Just as Hun Huzi was about to devour the wind dragon, a dark whirlwind suddenly struck his body with immense force. Flames burst apart as the black flame dragon was sent flying.
"Wanhuo! Does your Yao Clan intend to oppose my Hun Clan?" Hun Huzi's expression turned fearsome as he glared venomously at Elder Wanhuo in the distance, his voice chilling.
Elder Wanhuo waved his sleeve and sneered, "In a clash of strength, there are no racial distinctions. Do you think only you can attack this old man while I must simply endure? How utterly ridiculous!"
"Well said! Count me in as well!"
As the voice fell, a sea of emerald flames suddenly surged upward.
Within the inferno, towering ancient trees sprouted instantaneously, stretching skyward before twisting like vines, entangling the black fire dragon.
"Elder Shen Nong, you dare stand against me too?!"
This unexpected assault caused Hun Huzi's expression to stiffen for a moment before his gaze turned icy, locking onto Elder Shen Nong in the distance. His voice was filled with fury.
"I've lived for centuries and never feared anyone. For a treacherous disciple like you, if I had the power, I'd erase you from this world to spare alchemists the disgrace of your existence!"
Faced with Hun Huzi's furious roar, Elder Shen Nong merely sneered, his words sharp and cutting.
"Good… very good!"
Hun Huzi's eyes twitched violently, but his anger soon gave way to cold laughter. His trembling hands betrayed his rage as he sneered, "Do you three truly think you can stop me?"
The moment his words fell, the black flame dragon erupted with terrifying speed, coiling around the Nine Serene Wind Flame's tornado and the Wind and Thunder Fury Flame's stormy dragon, locking them in a fierce struggle.
Exchanging a glance, Gu He and Elder Wanhuo wasted no time, swiftly commanding their Heavenly Flames to counterattack.
In an instant, the three monstrous flame entities clashed madly in the sky. Scorching fire rain poured down, but thanks to the intervention of the Yao Clan elders, the sacred mountain was spared from destruction.
Meanwhile, Elder Shen Nong continued to manipulate the Life Spirit Flame, summoning countless colossal trees to ensnare the black fire dragon.
Despite its overwhelming might, the black flame dragon found itself struggling under the combined assault of three formidable Heavenly Flames.
"Haha! Four Heavenly Flames clashing—this is truly a spectacular battle!"
"Indeed! A sight like this may be a once-in-a-lifetime experience!"
"Hmph, that Hun Huzi is far too arrogant. Does he really think he can contend against three top-ranked Heavenly Flames with just a sub-flame of Nihility Devouring Flame?"
The audience murmured among themselves as they witnessed the breathtaking confrontation above.
If these were lesser-ranked flames, it might not have been as shocking. However, the four battling flames were all within the top ten rankings, making this Heavenly Flame battle an unparalleled spectacle.
Even Mo Yu couldn't help but be drawn in by the rare sight. However, as if sensing something, his gaze shifted toward the corner where Xiao Yan remained deep in alchemical refinement.
"Oh? It seems the Ninth-grade Profound Pill is about to be born..."
Mo Yu muttered as he observed Xiao Yan's intense concentration.
At that moment, the tiny Fire Spirit, Xiao Yi, suddenly opened her mouth and directly swallowed Hun Huzi's embryonic pill!
Boom!
An immense wave of energy erupted within Xiao Yi's body, causing her form to rapidly expand. In mere moments, she transformed into a colossal hundred-zhang-tall fire infant, hovering in the sky.
Sizzle!
As her body expanded, the glowing orb within her became increasingly radiant before finally shooting out a massive pillar of light, funneling directly into the alchemical cauldron. The sheer power contained within was overwhelming.
"You bastard!"
Feeling the loss of his embryonic pill, Hun Huzi's connection with it was severed, causing his eyes to turn bloodshot with rage.
Yet, despite his fury, he was still entangled by Gu He and the others. Even though he desperately wanted to strike Xiao Yan down, he was powerless to act, watching helplessly as his painstakingly refined embryonic pill was consumed, becoming nourishment for Xiao Yan's alchemy.
However, even though Hun Huzi was restrained, Xiao Yan now faced a significant problem—the sheer amount of energy required to refine a Ninth-grade Profound Pill was overwhelming. At this critical juncture, he lacked sufficient power!
"Xiao Yan, my embryonic pill has already been corrupted by Hun Huzi, so today, I shall grant you a fortune. Whether you can successfully refine the Ninth-grade Profound Pill depends on your fate!"
At this moment, Elder Shen Nong noticed Xiao Yan's predicament. With a wave of his hand, a glowing orb shot out from his cauldron and flew toward Xiao Yi.
"Many thanks, Elder Shen Nong!"
Xiao Yan rejoiced, cupping his fists in gratitude.
"Ah… I haven't seen a Ninth-grade Profound Pill in centuries. This time, let's consider it an opportunity to witness history."
Beside him, Elder Wanhuo hesitated for a moment before letting out a deep sigh. To the shock of the Yao Clan elders, he retrieved his own embryonic pill and tossed it toward Xiao Yan.
At the same time, Gu He also smiled slightly before following suit, sending his embryonic pill to Xiao Yan.
After breaking through to the Ninth-grade Alchemist realm, Gu He no longer cared about personal achievements in the competition. Instead, aiding in the refinement of a legendary Ninth-grade Profound Pill would be a far greater honor.
"Much appreciated!"
Xiao Yan solemnly expressed his gratitude before immediately channeling the three embryonic pills into Xiao Yi's body.
Boom!
Three additional beams of boundless energy shot into the cauldron.
With an influx of power so vast that it defied comprehension, the liquid energy surging within the cauldron suddenly began to condense.
At the very center of the swirling energies, a tiny speck of light slowly emerged.
Rumble!
The moment that tiny light appeared, the once-clear sky was instantly swallowed by dark clouds, blanketing the land in oppressive shadow.
Bolts of black lightning, brimming with destruction, tore through the clouds at frightening speeds.
The rolling thunder and crackling energy left the spectators utterly horrified.
Never before had they witnessed such a terrifying Pill Lightning in their entire lives.
At that instant, Xiao Yan waved his sleeve, and with a powerful motion, the cauldron lid flung open.
A dense, nearly tangible medicinal fragrance burst forth, swiftly permeating the air.
As the aroma grew richer, it began condensing into beads of varying colors, descending from the heavens in a mesmerizing display.
A grand Pill Rain showered down from the sky!
This miraculous sight left countless alchemists trembling in awe. Some even knelt in reverence, overcome by the sheer divinity of the moment.
Seated at the highest seat, Yao Dan took a deep breath. His voice, tinged with a slight tremor, whispered,
"Pill Rain descends… the Profound Pill is born!"
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